The Griffin Sword Saga (storyline)/2002-05-14 - Kendryth (log)

Ulstram has already arrived in Wehnimer's Landing, having sensed the taint within the Griffin Sword. He has since sequestered himself with the priests of the local Temple of Lorminstra to determine the best way to purify the sword. In recent days, Morvule has openly taunted the landing, sending several waves of undead to test it; he is now known as a powerful Luukosian who is after the sword but who has not actually caused its taint. The sword itself still imparts blesses, but it occasionally shudders, and the taint can be glimpsed as shadows now and then. Its wardings still hold, and they, too, flare as runes or a golden light. Meanwhile, Kendryth emerges to briefly converse with those gathered around the sword on 5/14/02, sharing a little of his own past before returning to the temple.

This log is from Alisaire's perspective, who remains invisible through it. It has been edited.

[Wehnimer's, Erebor Square]
The dome of a large temple rises before you.  The circular building is surrounded by marble porticos and teak columns.  A promenade leads to two pillars, through which you can peer into the inner sanctum.  You observe priests, acolytes, monks and worshippers engaged in various rituals of devotion.  A locked almsbox is securely bolted to an iron pole alongside the pillars.  You also see a field mouse who is sitting, the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone and a wrought-iron gate.
Also here: Earthdiver, Eldrakku, Gallahan, Lady Amberain, Dovezkry, Lord Hrothgan, Hakwea who is seated, Arnth, Bristenn, Lady Witcheaven who is seated, Haxley, Volsix, Goldstr, Lord Demonicos, Achillea, Great Lady Morgaine
Obvious paths: south, east, west.

Witcheaven says, "It shook violently a moment ago."
Witcheaven glances at the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.

Demonicos asks, "It shook?"
Demonicos peers quizzically at Witcheaven.
Demonicos asks, "I didn't see it move, when was this?"

Haxley says, "About five minutes ago."
Haxley chuckles.

Witcheaven nods to Demonicos.
Witcheaven says, "Yes, a golden circle of runs appeared around it and it shook violently."
Witcheaven says, "Almost looked like it was prying itself loose."
Witcheaven glances at the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.

Volsix says, "That was Morvule, Witcheaven."
Volsix nods.

(Witcheaven peers at the top of the Griffin sword, where its imbedded in the stone.)
Witcheaven says, "Looks stuck in there to me."

Hakwea says, "nothing is permenant"
Hakwea squints at the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.

You think to yourself, "Mmm.. it will be removed, in time."

Volsix says, "It shudders and shakes periodically."
Volsix just touched the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.

Kendryth quietly strides in.

You see Kendryth Tulurin the Human Paladin.
He appears to be in his 100's, has deep black silver-streaked hair, dark steel-grey eyes, and tanned skin.
He is in good shape.
He is wearing a small golden crown pendant, a dark golden golvern shield inlaid with a lustrous white-gold crown, a massive white-gold sheath, a billowing white cape heavily worked with patterns of golden knotwork, a pair of dark leather boots reinforced with plates of rolaren, and a suit of golden golvern plate traced with dark rolaren filigree.

Bristenn smiles and nods in greeting to Kendryth.
Bristenn turns towards Kendryth and renders a sharp hand salute.

Goldstr turns towards Kendryth and renders a sharp hand salute.
Goldstr says, "Hail Paladin"

Volsix nods to Kendryth.
Volsix says, "Welcome back, Paladin."

Hrothgan bows to Kendryth.

Morgaine smiles at Kendryth.
Morgaine curtsies to Kendryth.

Witcheaven bows to Kendryth.
Witcheaven smiles.
Witcheaven says, "You must be the paladin I've heard so much about."

Haxley nods to Kendryth.
Haxley nods to Witcheaven.
Haxley says, "Yesh he is."

Demonicos nods to Kendryth.

Kendryth says, "The deliberations are ongoing."

Kendryth shakes his head.

Volsix says, "The sword just shook."
Volsix nods to Kendryth.

Goldstr exclaims, "Da swords been movin Paladin!"

Haxley says, "It'd be nice if they could decide on something."
Haxley gazes in wonder at his surroundings.

Achillea glances at Kendryth.

You think to yourself, "So much deliberations.. The sword will be gone by the time they are through."

Witcheaven says, "Yes, a circle of golden runes appeared around it, and the sword shook violently."
Witcheaven nods to Kendryth.

Kendryth says, "Priests are priests.  They spend much time chattering."

Hrothgan says, "I'll drink to that"
Hrothgan grins at Kendryth.

Volsix says, "I've been here nearly every waking second I've been about, I've watched the sword with an unblinking eye. If ye need to know anything that has taken place here, I will gladly offer what I know."
Volsix nods to Kendryth.

Kendryth leans back against the temple and tilts his head up toward the sky.

Witcheaven asks, "How go things inside?"
Witcheaven peers quizzically at Kendryth.

Hakwea squints at the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.

You think to yourself, "Soon, the rain will come again."

Kendryth says, "Bright day.  Sunny.  I'll cherish this."

Demonicos says, "Worth remembering."
Demonicos nods to Kendryth.

Kendryth says, "Inside?  They are near reaching a time... they have decided on a way to go about the purification."

Bristenn beams happily at Kendryth!

Witcheaven smiles.
Witcheaven says, "That is good to hear."
Witcheaven asks, "Is there anything we can do to help?"

Haxley asks, "And what will that require?"
Haxley peers quizzically at Kendryth.

Kendryth says, "Much danger to my Lord Prophet's life."

Sansil nods to Kendryth.

Haxley winces.

Achillea smiles slightly

Kendryth says, "It will be done, though.  It must."

Goldstr nods to Kendryth.

Achillea glances at Kendryth.

Kendryth looks a bit grim as he continually stares up at the shifting clouds.

Bristenn gazes up into the heavens.

You think to yourself, "And if it fails..?  I wonder how quickly his resolve will falter."
You think to yourself, "And the whole town's as well."

Hrothgan says, "Much confidence but I have to say things can and will go wrong.. I hope you are prepared for such"
Hrothgan says, "I always have a backup plan"

Witcheaven asks, "Is there any word.. on if other of the Lornon Arkati have gotten involved?"

Kendryth says, "Reminds me of that day.  Calm before the storm."

Sansil nods to Kendryth.
Sansil says, "Cherish this day while it lasts"

Achillea says, "yes Sansil, do"

Kendryth says, "Right before they marched in..."

Kendryth gets a glassy look in his eye.

Kendryth shakes his head.

Bristenn fidgets.
Bristenn shivers.

Achillea smirks.

Kevralynn exclaims, "Bah, we will prevail!"
Kevralynn raises her fist defiantly.

Sansil softly kisses his Koar symbol, murmuring to himself.
Sansil says, "Time shall tell "
Sansil nods to Kevralynn.

Haxley frowns.

Kendryth says, "Forgive me.  I remember the past."

Morgaine smiles at Kendryth.

Sansil nods to Kendryth.
Sansil says, "we all do at times"

Witcheaven says, "There is nothing wrong with remembering the past. It serves us well."

Kevralynn marches up to the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone and stands at attention.

Geheyi asks, "What do you remember about the past?"
Geheyi peers quizzically at Kendryth.

Kendryth says, "It is a haunting memory."

Kevralynn says, "I'm sure it's highly etched into your memory."

Witcheaven asks, "How did you come to guard your Lord?"

Hakwea squints at the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.
Hakwea says, "i remeber how this sword wasn't guard ealier today"
Hakwea nods.

Sansil says, "They sword is always guarded"
Sansil says, "Even when folks are not standing over it"
Sansil shakes his head.

Goldstr nods to Sansil.

Kendryth says, "The day Jantalar's armies marched on my home.  The day I was told to stand down against them by the Church.  The day doubt creeped into my mind."

Kendryth shakes his head.

Kendryth says, "But it was all for the best, I suppose."

You think to yourself, "A traitor to the Church of Koar then?  Interesting."

Bristenn frowns at Kendryth.

Sansil says, "Ahh the church"
Sansil says, "Something I hope I can speak to ye about one day if ye have time"

Kendryth smiles grimly.

Kendryth says, "The Church... is only as good as the ruler upon the throne."


[Empress Mynal'lyanna is still on the throne.  There have long been rumors that she is somehow linked to Luukos.  Moreover, she encourages Baron Hochstib's aggressive actions toward his neighbors.]


Sansil nods.

Kevralynn says, "As you know, many of us aren't here because of the church."
Kevralynn says, "Although I myself am here for religious reasons."

Hakwea says, "i was the only one here, when the troll prince's arrived in the graveyard ealier today, and i will not guard, but only watch"

Witcheaven blinks.
Witcheaven asks, "Troll prince?"

Hakwea coughs.
Hakwea says, "troll lord"

Witcheaven nods to Hakwea.

Kendryth says, "Yes, I only remember.  Days like this bring them back.  Battle brings them back."

Achillea raises an eyebrow in Kendryth's direction.

Haxley leans against the large temple.
Haxley folds his arms over his chest.
Haxley asks, "The sanctuary going to come down, you think?"
Haxley peers quizzically at Kendryth.

Kendryth says, "Trolls?  I hear they loot when they hear trouble is coming."

Kendryth says, "A bad sign."

Goldstr asks, "Paladin ye feel battle is verra near?"

Witcheaven says, "Sheru has a tendancy to use trolls.."
Witcheaven says, "Sometimes."

Haxley says, "Or he at least sends priestesses to accompany them."
Haxley nods to Witcheaven.

Achillea says, "the trolls have been attacking for months now, is not new"
Achillea says, "what about the empress, Kendryth? I have the misfortune of having grown in Tamzyrr"

Witcheaven says, "I have the misfortune of being there once."
Witcheaven nods to Achillea.
Witcheaven says, "I imagine Sheru is still after that artifact."

Hrothgan says, "that brings me back."
Hrothgan says, "I would like to be able to go back to the empire someday.."

Geheyi says, "I never saw half-eaten corpses before yesterday. Or rotting banshees, either."

Achillea says, "they have been there for months as well Geheyi"

Galesmight asks, "How goes the battle brother?"
Galesmight says, "Few Luukosians 'ere now."

Kendryth nods to Kevralynn.

You think to yourself, "Kevralynn.. she speaks too much.  She seems to have his ear with hushed words."

Hakwea says, "well know that the luukosian shrine is destroyed"


[Several days earlier, a confrontation at the entrance of the hidden shrine to Luukos in the Coastal Cliffs caused a landslide, burying it in rubble.  Its interior chambers are inaccessible and presumed destroyed by many.]


Geheyi says, "Have they? I wouldn't know. I haven't been here for months."

Galesmight says, "That's quite a lie."
Galesmight nods to Geheyi.

Achillea begins chuckling at Hakwea.
Achillea says, "go ahead and believe his shrine is destroyed, yes"

Kendryth says, "Mynal'lyanna does not have the people's interests at heart.  Ahh... but I speak too far back, I should be concerned with the present."

Hakwea raises an eyebrow.

Bristenn scratches his head.

Witcheaven asks, "Is there anything we can do to help your Lord with the ritual?"
Witcheaven peers quizzically at Kendryth.

Geheyi says, "I would think that an Empress would have her own interests at heart above anyone else's."

Kendryth asks, "Have their been any other incursions?"

Witcheaven says, "Just the sword shaking earlier."

Kendryth says, "He will inform when the deliberations are over.  I hope he is not too famished and exhausted by the time these end."

Witcheaven nods.
Witcheaven says, "I was here once when the sword filled the square with a bright white light one evening."

Volsix nods to Kendryth.
Volsix says, "The sword began to glow brightly the other day."
Volsix says, "Abnormally so."

Arnth asks, "Reflection from the sun?"
Arnth peers quizzically at Volsix.

Volsix looks over at Arnth and shakes his head.
Volsix says, "A different glow."

Arnth says, "Ahh."

Volsix says, "Inner."

Haxley nods.
Haxley asks, "How much longer, do you think?"

Kendryth says, "I find it hard to predict the behavior of priests, good sir."

Kendryth chuckles.

Haxley says, "Eh.  I understand that feeling."
Haxley chuckles.

Hrothgan says, "HA so true Kendryth"

Kevralynn says, "Preists, they seem to be debating more like politicians..."
Kevralynn stares off into space.
Kevralynn says, "Something needs to be done."

Dovezkry grins at Kendryth.

Haxley says, "I have one who works for me...damn near impossible to predict how he'll get a job done."

Arnth says, "Or IF he'll get a job done."
Arnth nods to Haxley.

Achillea says, "can see a bunch of drunken Liabo priests all arguing whos in charge and the like"
Achillea smirks.

Hrothgan says, "any priest Achillea"

Kendryth says, "Many preparations need to be made, many things planned ahead, and many measures taken to guarantee the safety of all involved."

Witcheaven says, "Yes, the Lornon priests just kill each other, and whomever is left standing is in charge."

Hrothgan nods to Witcheaven.

Achillea says, "well, it is more expedient"
Achillea grins at Witcheaven.

Hrothgan says, "That is similar to who becomes in charge of a ship"
Hrothgan shrugs.
Hrothgan says, "last man standing"

Kevralynn says, "Yes, but this waiting is starting to fray my patience"

Kendryth says, "You will wish the waiting never ended if the darkness my Lord Prophet sees manifests itself."

You think to yourself, "The Prophet sees darkness already?  Then perhaps the outcome is already certain."

Volsix says, "I will continue to stand guard before the sword, and wait."
Volsix nods to Kendryth.

Achillea asks, "how can we aid you, Kendryth?"
Achillea grins wryly.

Geheyi says, "I'm not sure what the Prophet sees. He hasn't prophesized, to my knowledge."

Kendryth says, "He has seen darkness and conflict, this is why he acts to remove the taint."

Hakwea asks, "what darkness will come?"
Hakwea rubs his chin thoughtfully.

Haxley nods.
Haxley grumbles.
Haxley says, "Undead."

Kevralynn nods.
Kevralynn says, "The ritual should be any time soon, hopefully."

Hrothgan asks, "conflict eh?"

Volsix says, "Darkness and conflict is inevitable."
Volsix says, "Survival is all we can hope for."

Kendryth says, "If they have nothing to grasp inside what they want."

Kendryth eyes the sword.

Kendryth says, "Then there can be no true conflict."

Haxley says, "I just hope that something besides those damn souls attacks."
Haxley gazes in wonder at his surroundings.

Volsix just touched the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.
Volsix says, "So long as I live I will not let that happen."
Volsix nods to Kendryth.

Achillea just edged a little closer to the sword!

Volsix glances at Achillea.
Volsix stands in front of the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.
Volsix folds his arms over his chest.

Haxley glances at Achillea.

Witcheaven frowns.

Arnth says, "Attack?  Man I'm lost."
Arnth says, "Well, I will return later."

Kendryth says, "Good night to you."

Arnth says, "Have fun watching a glowing sword."
Arnth waves.
Arnth says, "I'd prefer watching water boil."
Arnth shrugs.
Arnth just left.

Haxley chuckles.

Volsix nods to Kendryth.
(Volsix glances at the sword, moving his hand to rest on the hilt.)

Hrothgan says, "I saw the sea boil once.. an awe inspiring sight"

Haxley blinks at Hrothgan.
Haxley says, "I am suddenly glad I haven't witnessed that...didn't know it could happen."
Haxley grins.

Geheyi asks, "Is there anything the people can do to aid your Prophet in this ritual?"
Geheyi peers quizzically at Kendryth.
Geheyi asks, "Beyond infusing mana?"

Kendryth says, "Doubtlessly.  It requires much power, from my limited knowledge on the intensely magical matters."

Witcheaven says, "Those of us with magical talent, would be more than willing to help him if he has the need."

Kevralynn asks, "M'lord Kendryth do you know of what happened to the original wielder of the sword?"
Kevralynn says, "I hear he disappeared after he defected."

Kendryth says, "Beyond, I'd wager.  I am no priest, I live by my faith and my blade, but I can guess."

Geheyi says, "There was no original wielder. The sword was made by blacksmiths, enchanted, and given to Morfell, priest of Lorminstra."

Kevralynn asks, "So he is dead?"
Kevralynn nods to Geheyi.
Kevralynn says, "Thats who I mean."
Kevralynn says, "He turned though."

Geheyi says, "No one ever wielded it in battle."

Witcheaven says, "He was the last I heard."

Achillea says, "then I believe Morfell would be the original wielder, Geheyi"

Geheyi says, "He owned it, and gave the four pieces of the sword to the four gods."
Geheyi says, "Wielding is a bit differ from owning."

Kevralynn says, "I have no clear idea where he went after though."
Kevralynn says, "For all we know, he could be Morvule."
Kevralynn shifts her weight.

Volsix says, "Morfell, Morvule. Does sound similar."

Kevralynn asks, "Yes, but what then?"
Kevralynn asks, "Where did he go?"

Witcheaven says, "He was killed as far as I've heard."

Geheyi says, "He is dead, I believe. His spirit pushed the sword into the stone, so it is said."

Achillea says, "semantics, the question meant one who possessed, not swung"

Kevralynn rubs her chin thoughtfully.
Kevralynn nods to Achillea.

Haxley says, "Which of course begs teh question...was he pure when he put it into that stone."


[These are all actually false rumors; Morfell is not dead.  Morfell had told those gathered years before, at the conclusion of first Griffin Sword War years earlier that he was leaving but would return when the time was right.  Unknown to all at this point, he actually withdrew to a small outpost associated with the Order of Voln and served in anonymity as a monk.  Also unknown to all, he has been quietly abducted from that outpost.]


Witcheaven says, "No one is completely pure."

Kevralynn says, "There is some taint left in the sword."
Kevralynn says, "The prophet clarified that."

Kendryth says, "I was barely even a man of 20 years when those events came to pass, I know little save for some bits and pieces told by wandering bards."

Kendryth tilts his head down and quietly observes the sword for a while.

Bristenn gazes in awe at Kendryth.

Kevralynn leans against the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.

Volsix just touched the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.

Galesmight says, "I believe you are a Luukosians and have no valid opinion."

Achillea turns away from Galesmight, ignoring him.
Achillea says, "yes, I could say the sky was blue on a sunny day, and because I am Luukosian, one would say I was lying"
Achillea rolls her eyes.

Bristenn says, "It's not blue. It's.. cerulean."
Bristenn nods.

Galesmight says, "No I didn't say that."
Galesmight shakes his head.
Galesmight says, "I said you have no valid opinion here ..."
Galesmight says, "Why did I say that?  Well let me answer that question myself."
Galesmight says, "Because you, your kind, and Morvule want to possible destroy the grifon sword or use it to your ends."

Achillea asks, "as though I care about YOUR opinion?"
Achillea raises an eyebrow in Galesmight's direction.

Galesmight says, "Apparently you do .. because you responded."

Volsix asks, "I guess, do ye have any questions for us for a change?"
Volsix peers quizzically at Kendryth.

Kendryth says, "The only matters I've been interested in are those of your battle-readiness."

Kevralynn chuckles.

Haxley grins at Kendryth.
Haxley says, "You should talk to Valicar, if you see him around."
Haxley nods to Kendryth.

Kendryth says, "I've met with some local militia.  They are hearty, and very determined."

Bristenn beams happily at Kendryth!

Volsix says, "There are other factions, than the militia"
Volsix nods to Kendryth.

Geheyi says, "I would imagine that battle-readiness is generally in the hands of a few experienced elders."

Kevralynn nods to Geheyi.
Kevralynn says, "I hear the Silver Gryphons have been called upon."

Grandevr says, "The Northern Fury, Onior, Silver Gryphons, and the Phoenix Protectors are all organized and ready to protect the Griffin Sword and Temple"

Hrothgan says, "a war..  I suspect I will gain riches from this"
Hrothgan starts jumping around like a twelve-year-old.

Kendryth asks, "Riches?  War?"

Kendryth chuckles bitterly.

Hrothgan says, "A man can dream."

Kevralynn says, "I doubt many of us will be effective in the battle."
Kevralynn says, "Though I have two heads I will claim before I'm struck down."

Witcheaven asks, "Can the Fury help here? I thought they had their hands full with Icemule?"
Witcheaven peers quizzically at Grandevr.

Turinrond says, "tis a verra mobile group, Witcheaven"
Turinrond winks at Witcheaven.

Witcheaven says, "I'm glad."
Witcheaven smiles at Turinrond.

Grandevr says, "The Northern Fury isn't confined to IceMule"
Grandevr nods to Witcheaven.

Witcheaven says, "And I'm glad for that. They are quite a formidable force. It would be good to have them here."
Witcheaven smiles at Grandevr.

Kendryth says, "War brings no riches.  War destroys families.  War destroys futures.  There is no glory in war."

Haxley says, "If those souls that Morvule's been using are any indication, the best most of us can do is hide."

Bristenn asks, "Sir Kendryth..?"
Bristenn blinks at Kendryth.

Kendryth peers quizzically at Bristenn.

Hrothgan says, "but the warriors brag of glory in battle many battles lead to war."
Hrothgan says, "I personally am not one to fight in war or battles."

Kendryth says, "I've seen war, good sir."

Galesmight asks, "What war?"
Galesmight peers quizzically at Kendryth.

Bristenn says, "What help would a young page like myself be in the battle..? I don't think I could hold a blade to a Luukosian monster for very long, if not more than a few seconds.."

You see Bristenn Mires the Human Swordsman.
He appears to be in his 30's, has short, straight light brown hair, green eyes, and fair skin.
He is in good shape.
He is wearing a hammered silver alloy earcuff, a white Voln ring, a silver lion-etched locket, a mail backpack, an ora-trimmed eonake mesh kilt, a blackened vultite mail shirt, some ora-plated eonake war boots, some ora-banded white eonake leg-guards, some ora-banded white eonake arm-guards, an ora-buckled indigo velvet surcoat, an ora-clasped indigo velvet belt, a deep indigo satchel, a hammered ora brooch, a high holy symbol, an elegant silver-bound sheath, and a pure white vultite shield.
Turinrond grins.

Kendryth smiles at Bristenn.

Haxley says, "Drag bodies."
Haxley nods to Bristenn.
Haxley says, "Lifekeep, fog if you can."
Haxley says, "That's all most of us will be doing."

Turinrond says, "The battle is nae always done wit the blade, Bristenn."
Turinrond nods to Haxley.

Kendryth says, "The Lord Prophet would gather you at the temple, should battle erupt.  He will lend his power to the conflict."

Galesmight says, "Actually .. my questions was of finding out more about Kendryth."
Galesmight says, "Like they say curiosity killed the cat."

Kendryth says, "Curiosity will not kill you, good sir.  I was witness to the battle at Mestanir roughly 10 years ago."

Kendryth smiles grimly at Galesmight.

Galesmight asks, "Aye .. that is your home right Kendryth?"
Galesmight asks, "Or where you are from?"

Bristenn shivers.

Kevralynn says, "I still doubt many of us will do any good."

Hrothgan says, "I myself hid in the shadows of the Bregend war."

Kevralynn asks, "Will you aid us m'lord Paladin, in the battle?"

Kendryth says, "I nearly lost my faith in that battle.  I left the Church because of it.  My life was torn asunder because of it.  I find no happiness or pleasure in my duty."

Haxley says, "I've felt that way more than a few times..."
Haxley nods to Kendryth.

Bristenn says, "I'm sure you find happiness and pleasure in knowing that you are already our savior, though."
Bristenn smiles at Kendryth.

Kendryth chuckles.

Kendryth says, "I would rather hope that you need not be saved.  But I will lend my sword to any battle that threatens the safety of this town."

Bristenn nods to Kendryth.

Galesmight says, "That's good to hear."

Witcheaven says, "We are happy to have all the help we can get."

Hrothgan says, "Well I hope your gods save you all.. as for me.  I stick to my own fate."

Galesmight nods to Hrothgan.

Kendryth says, "I need to stop taking walks on days like this..."

Kendryth shakes his head.

Bristenn says, "And I'm sure it must be nice to be an inspiration to many young warriors."
Bristenn grins at Kendryth.

Kendryth says, "My head is all foggy, now.  Excuse me."

You think to yourself, "Muddled minds make poor defenses."

Haxley nods to Kendryth.

Kevralynn bows to Kendryth.

Bristenn turns towards Kendryth and renders a sharp hand salute.
Bristenn gazes in awe at Kendryth.

Galesmight waves to Kendryth.

Kendryth quietly strides off.

Kevralynn rubs the Griffin sword which is embedded to its hilt in a glowing white stone.
The sword begins to shine with brilliant white light.  After a moment the miltary pick in Kevralynn's hand is bathed in a pure white glow that appears to seep into the weapon.