#(like its not unheard of- there's that one guy at thrasi's lodge who finds out he's dunedain and joins the rangers)

[dunadaneth]

"Créa, were you to choose three of our past rulers to accompany you in battle, who would you chose? Me? Valandil for he reigned when his father fell to the south and that takes courage. Aranarth, for he was no king, but first of our chieftains. Heavy must his heart have been at the death of his father, and for that I shall add him to my list. Then, bravest of all is Arassuil for he stood against the orcs during the Long Winter."

      For a moment she stood there, flustered at the sudden question thrust upon her. She had not been expecting it whatsoever, and she listened to the thorough reply the other woman gave, shifting uncomfortably.

     It wasn’t as though it was asked with malice; they were of similar age and both naturally curious. But such a question reminded her that she had not been raised with the extensive history and knowledge of the Dúnedain, and especially not about their long line of leaders. Anxiety twisted her stomach, still not nearly as learned as the many who were here, and only furthered her worries of being an outsider, despite her blood. She would have to study much harder to avoid this in the future.

      “I-I, well-” she stammered, already off to a wonderful start- she was not happy to be put on the spot like this, and she felt the warmth on her cheeks. “I guess I’d agree with Aranarth, and have him in battle.” Names! They all started with ara-, and yet so stressed was she she could not recall, and she hastily packed the crate she had been filling with food before taking it up into her arms, any excuse to cover for her floundering.

     “I’m sorry, Sidhen, but I’m in the middle of work and really need to get this to Gelirwen.” It was true, at the very least. “I’ll think on my answer later, okay?”

#v; those who wander #alassofesteldin #(this is a valid question and im sure crea COULD answer) #(but i also thought it was a good opportunity to explore her insecurity about fitting in bc she joined the rangers much later in life than m #(*than most) #(like its not unheard of- there's that one guy at thrasi's lodge who finds out he's dunedain and joins the rangers) #(but definitely nervewracking for crea and she's self conscious for sure) #(she knows sidhen doesnt know that though and doesnt mean any harm)