(IC) Lost In Dreams [Peter]

[ericthered]

On the magical analysis, does it seem the predatory creature is a creature of magic, or the result of a magical effect? And Helmut? Is Peter sensing his stuff, and effect on him, or his person?

Peter hasn't sensed Helmut or the predatory creature using any magic, just observed effects on them. That doesn't mean that they can't only that they haven't. Both seem to be active effects doing something though.

The Priest is able to manipulate and control the magic, though he also seems to have an effect on him.

"I'm Peter. I'm a wanderer who is just passing through. I'm what I appear to be, a kid with a knack for magic. That force field alarm thing is awesome! How does that work? So your name is Helmut? What's your deal? And what was that monster thing?"

Helmut: "Son, no one just 'has a knack for magic'. Magic touches you. Magic changes you." his voice fades "Magic replaces you. "

"So where does your magic come from?"

"The Church ward is a miracle, brought by the light. Gerwin has sworn an oath to it, and it gives him power to channel such protections."

"The monster is a weapon, a poor soul transformed by the rage, sent to kill and destroy by some enemy. it's far from where it was aimed, I would guess."

"I was a solider. I left this village to fight for the duke six years ago. I have seen much of the world, and I am tired of fighting, so I retired from the army, and returned home to my village and family. Gerwin is my brother."

Peter can tell he's lying about retiring from the army. He's a deserter, or he's secretly still working for the duke, or something worse.