Fernmage - brackenlore (CS)

The anticipated arrival of a wayward compeer, in completion of a long and tumultuous journey or as a quick stop along the path, often calls for an eve of gaiety and good humor. If your guest is of high community standing, it may call for a elaborate fete. Merkins and Jerkins encrusted with quartz and silver, robe and cape, staff and sceptre, would be all but expected garb at such an event. However, this is not always an option, as the mighty Cascades can be unforgiving and unapologetic with its choice of variable and often inclement climate conditions.Which means, sometimes a small tankard of chilled berry wine, and the combined wild foraged bounty’s of your bindle are as appreciated when shared as the warmth of a down duvet and a Doug Fir log, embers aglow inside the jamb stove.It is customary among the numerous Mages and Majik Folk who hold Strongkeeps or Safeshelters along the travelers paths, to provide reprieve from the road for a friendly face or well recommended stranger, if onl