[Sage]

Jeanne had been told that there was a city just over the horizon by a group of farmers, but their glowing description of the place was hardly accurate. Jeanne could tell that many of the people she passed on the outskirts were desperate. As she grew closer to the city, she pulled down her goggles and turned on the Sensory Enhancement. Unsurprisingly, there were multiple psychics and theurges nearby, and thankfully no demons.

Jeanne passed through the city gates without problems, and she immediately began to look around for a tavern. 'Succor capsules are fine and all, but I could really use a decent meal.' As she looked, a pair of laughing urchin children ran past her, accidentally bumping into Jeanne's side as they went. Instantly her hand went to the pack on that side; it was untouched. Turning her head around, she saw the same children picking the pocket of a wealthy-looking man. Not for the first time, she was grateful for her well-worn, patchwork appearance.

Her search proved fruitless - she suspected that she was in the wrong district - and someone new caught her eye. Walking through the gate was a young woman about her age with strong psychic strength (Feenai). Unlike those surrounding, she seemed more approachable. Walking briskly on an interception course, it didn't take Jeanne long to catch up with her. "Excuse me, but do you know where the nearest good tavern is?" she asked politely, hoping that Feenai was a native of the city.