Rameth moves off to guard the man against anything around him.
Shine struggles to keep up with her group, moving faster than normal in her unencumbering armor but still slow due to her size. As she fights the shifting sands for traction she arrives at the wounded man. Assuming he is at least stable from the cure spell she will spend a few rounds to check the man over with the aid of a healer's kit.
She also creates water to wash his wounds and quench his thrust if he can drink.
I need some time to prepare spells before I can more fully help this man.
Nothing leaps out to attack the man or the party as they approach. Halistar administers healing, and it is only as Shine is starting to bathe his wounds, washing off the layer of bloody sand that clings to him, that you are able to recognize the regalia of the Chellish Legionnaires you have encountered previously. He sips weakly when water is provided, rousing after Halistar's spell.
Its possible that the same creature that attacked us got to this man. He is dehydrated and has lost a lot of blood. Lets revived him enough to hear his story and get him back to our camp.
Shine casts a Cure Serious Wounds spell on the man after letting him drink his fill.
Can you walk now? We can help you further and more safely if we can get you back to our camp.
Halistar frowns, but does not say anything.
"Well, today is turning out to be interesting already," Zanos said cheerfully.
Can you walk? Let's get you back to our camp.
After Shine's tender care and powerful healing magic the legionnaire looks back to almost full health, though still badly dehydrated. He is still disheveled and weaponless, but as Zanos witnessed previously weapons are not really needed for these men, assuming he has had the same training as he fellows...
"Thank you... yes." he answers, climbing to his feet a little unsteadily, accompanying you back to camp. The other guards appear tense when you return, and that does not fade when they recognize the person accompanying you. Illec's hand remains on his sword as he escorts the 'prisoner' back.
Zanos whispered to Halistar, "Isn't this one of the attackers from the other day?"
Rameth stands guard prepared for anything.
What happened to you?
Shine takes her leave of group to go and pray, trusting that her deity will be understanding of the slight delay to help a fellow creature.
The rescued legionnaire remains silent for several moments at Rameth's question, before his gratitude wins out at least for now. "The Paracount had sent us out to find you and... delay your progress. We were waiting, scouting around for your group when we were set upon by an enormous creature, part bird, part cat. It took us by surprise, scattered us... I barely got away..." he hangs his head.
"Did you see how many others of your group got away?" Halistars tone is brusque, and slightly unfriendly.
"No, I only looked back once; one of the others was down, and the creature was savaging another, the other three might have gotten away." he says, clearing his throat, and sipping some more water. "I ran as far from it as I could before passing out... when I woke it was night, I saw the light from your fire but I could only crawl, and then not even that. The dunes are so tall..."
Rameth puts away his sword and squats down next to the man.
Where is your camp?
He looks at Rameth without comprehension for a few moments. "Our Masters have undoubtedly moved on, and we were still looking for you when we were attacked. You may be able to find the site of the ambush if you follow my trail, but I'm not sure what you'd hope to gain from it."
"This is all very interesting," interjected Zanos. "However, it's not getting us any closer to our goal."
"Yes, we should get going." Halistar turns to Illec, "can we spare a couple of days worth of rations for this man? We are in a hurry, and should get going."
Rameth pulls out 2 days rations and tosses them to the man.
The legionairre looks startled as the wrapped ration packs hit him. He seems about to say something before changing his mind, picking the packs up and then straightening up, a little stiffly. "A waterskin?" he asks, his expression wooden.
Illec gestures to one of the bearers who bring one of the empty waterskins to Shine, before passing it on to the legionairre. Then he turns and barks orders at the rest, the bearers and soldiers quickly packing the camp.
"Thank you for your kindness..." the legionairre says softly, before turning and starting to march north without a backwards glance.
Shine is busy preying for spells. Once she is done she will fill the water skins for the legionairre.
Remember, we are not your enemy. You can still choose another path in this life. [b] She says as she passes the skins to the man. [b]Go in Peace and may the Lady guide you.
After the man left to head back to the city, Zanos looked at the gnome cleric with a sheepish grin.
"I hate to impose upon you Shine, but I'm still feeling a little weak from that poison."
And Sarenrae had provided for you Zanos. Lucky for you that I follow such a powerful and benevolent goddess. [b] she says with a quick smile. [b]Where would you be without me. she teases a little as she casts her spell.
"Thanks, Shine, I feel a little stronger. And I'd still be in town, instead of being able to join the expedition."
"Hopefully I'll be up to snuff tomorrow."
I have prepared more healing for both you and Rameth. she says as she casts again.
Now that you are stronger, maybe you can help me into my armor. She begins to assemble and dress into here plate mail.
"Thanks, Shine!" Zanos replied. "Of course I'll help you!"
The sage then helped the diminutive gnome into her armor.
Thanks Shine. I actually feel better after a night of rest.
"Are we ready to go then? Halistar sighs softly. "Maybe I could have handled that better.
Let's
Rameth sheathes his sword and readies his sling.
Buckling on her last piece of plate Shine nods her readiness.