WG - Black Rock Caverns, Options

[King Coin]

It was just after midday when the vampire’s lair came into view. Aravi stopped walking and slowly crouched in case they had someone watching the entrance for intruders. The long grass came up to her breast. Her helm was stowed in her pack still; she will put it on before entering the ruin. She waved at Vera and Kayla, letting them know she could see their destination.

The vampires could have chosen a worse spot to hide. A beautiful waterfall splashed over the mouth of their cave, partially concealing it from view. A small, but deep pool of water formed in front of it. I would be tempted to swim if I didn’t think there were vampires just inside.

The vampires could have also chosen a better place to hide. They were too close to the city of Chorrol, and it wouldn’t take long for their activity to be noticed. Then the countess would dispatch mercenaries or professional hunters and this place would be one of the first to be checked.

Aravi flicked her ears in an effort to clear the bugs buzzing around her head. She was hot in her armor, her fur was sticky. There were many things she missed about Cyrodiil while she lived in Skyrim, but right now she longed for the cool mountain air. The bugs weren’t nearly as thick either. She flicked her ears again and tried to listen for anything while her companions approached.

[King Coin]

While Vera had the vampire’s attention, Aravi slowly circled to his side. Her ear hurt terribly, the left side of her face was caked with her blood. Each heartbeat brought a fresh wave of pain, and more blood dripped. It was a superficial wound, but terribly painful and distracting. She listened to what they said; their voices could give her an idea of what is going to happen. She picked up on a few words, but she focused on their tone,

“See you there.” Then Vera leapt.

They both moved in a blink of an eye. A flash and a boom, Vera flew across the cave. The vampire whirled on Aravi, deadly magic forming in his hand. Aravi was a step ahead, she moved without thinking.

Her first sword was blocked by his. Her second however sliced through the bone of his casting hand.

He screamed and looked at his hand. Aravi pulled back for another strike. Then his head rolled from his shoulders before he dissolved into dust.