After ascending a flight of stairs, you find yourself in the midst of a forge with dwarven artisans crafting useful and exotic items while blacksmiths pound metal into menacing weapons. An elven shopkeeper across from you records the inventory of her goods, so involved in her task that she fails to notice you. Pixies flit to and fro, assisting where needed as a kiln illuminates the chamber with an eerie, crimson glow.

You see a young, slim male elf cordially bartering with the shopkeeper in an elven dialect you've never heard before. He laughs acquiescently and nods, then leans on the counter while waiting for the woman to return with his item. He observes you looking about nervously and smiles, his eyes sparkling with friendly mischief, and chuckles, "Wandered into a Mushroom Ring, huh?" His hair, reaching down to the bottom of his neck, is strawberry blond in hue and his complexion is slightly pale, matching the subdued colors of his long robes. A small, solitary scar mars his cheek. He comes over to you and shakes your hand in introduction. "I'm Wolfbane. Don't worry, I can help you out ... and if you've got the extra time, I'd be willing to share some things with you that I've learned about this world."

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