The two nodded, and took off, slinking along at a reasonable pace. They were going to have to be careful as the walked the streets. Vesper kept close to the mage, keeping an eye out for any survivors along the way. All she saw was ruin, and death. Tears stung at her eyes, but she forced them away. It took the two a good half hour to find the section of the city Merlin lived in. The Dusk Valley was a part of the city where most common magic folk lived. Those who were not from money, but not peasantry lived there, and took pride in the fact that the buildings of that part of Cairah were gorgeous hues of blues, and purples and oranges. Witch lights would float above the streets, glowing like stars, giving the Valley it's name. The Athenaeum of magical history stood in the very middle, and welcomed all into its halls for study. It had been a beautiful part of the city.<br/><br/>Now, however, the great historical tower was crumbled, and buildings were either in complete destitution, or damaged from falling debris. The once floating witch lights were gone, and bodies were thrown about in the street. Merlin grit his teeth as he made a sharp turn down a street, and stopped. By the gods, it was a miracle his home was still standing, even with the roof caved in, and the windows shattered. He glanced around, and rushed ahead, Vesper following after. Inside, the damage was more extensive. The hole in the roof was caused by a piece of the building next door having fallen into it. Glass, wood, and stone littered the floor. Some of his things were destroyed from the impact, but his room, and books were still intact.<br/><br/>"Vesper, see if you can get to backroom. I have spell components in there, along with some potions. Get them. I'll find the books." Vesper nodded, and went off to do as she was told, leaving the mage to dig through his books.<br/><br/>Across the city, the others were met with much the same. Buildings destroyed, and bodies laying about. He growled to himself, as he looked around. "I haven't seen a single survivor. Must mean the city was hit a while ago. They probably fled by now,"he said, leading them through an alleyway. "If so, they might have gone underground. There are siege tunnels that run all the way out of the city."he asked, stopping when they came to what was left of the Seeking Owl's base. Finny cursed under his breath and looked at the two. "Looks like we're heading underground. Lets go get our half elves, and find that entrance to those tunnels."