Backwards Ike shuffled a bit closer to the wall of the chapel, trying to use the building to partially shield him from the weather. It worked, to some degree. He made sure to keep his gloved hands in his pockets, for additional warmth. A deep sigh came from the man, who glanced up at the sky. In the distance Ike could hear the beginning of soft rumbling, which told him that the thunderstorm was on its way. With a disapproving frown sketched into his forehead, Ike grumbled "They better be here soon...". His dark eyes moved over the landscape once more, observing it and hoping to spot his travel companion. Just as Ike was about to give up on waiting and give into his desire for a hot cup of coffee and a nice seat in a warm environment, his eyes spotted a figure muddling through the weather. It's movements told Ike that this person was unfamiliar with these roads, as the weather seemed to be tricking them, having them slip off the path now and then to plant their feet into the marshy roadsides. Ike kept his position as he watched the blurry shape become more pronounced as it got closer to him. At first, he had wondered if the Verbintenis had sent him a giant of some sort, as the figure seemed relatively tall and rather wide. Suspiciously wide even so. However, as the shape got closer and closer, the rain obscured less of his sight and it became clear to Ike that this person was of regular proportions but had simply been using their cloak to protect their luggage. It was quite a relatable choice, however, Ike had opted for an easier choice, as he had arranged for his luggage to be brought here, to the bed & breakfast. It was due to arrive somewhere this afternoon. As Ike had already rented a room there, it had been no problem for the owners to receive his luggage via delivery service. As Ike had only communicated with them by phone in the waiting time at the airport in Edinburgh, he knew next to nothing about these people. The only obvious information he had gathered, was that the owners were probably between their 50's and 60's, and they were very acquainted with tourists. This was a good situation for Ike and his travel companion, as it meant that they were less likely to ask questions. Now and then it was a bit insulting to be seen as just another tourist, and perhaps as just another wacko with lively conspiracy theories, nevertheless Ike knew it was better to be viewed as such, than for them to know the truth about it all. A global panic about the oncoming apocalypse would not be in their favour at all.<br/><br/>The footsteps of his -suspected- travel companion, which splashed water about with each step, brought Ike back from his thoughts. It seemed some moments had passed on their own, but it was quite alright. The figure in front of him greeted him and easily showed the seal to him. Ike gave a nod. He would tip his fedora to greet the other if it would not mean getting more water in his face.<br/>"Hardly visible it's morning, isn't it?" Ike contemplated, glancing up at the sky shortly, then back at the figure in front of him. His years of experience easily helped him identify that this person was not human either. Certain factors simply didn't add up, like the generally unhealthy colour of his skin, the missing or perhaps oddly positioned ears... and a general feeling of connection, one that he only felt with fellow non-humans. A joyful moment this was, to be paired up with another non-human, as it meant that the other likely had very useful talents as well.<br/><br/>Ike moved his hands out of his pocket and used his right hand to undo the glove of his left hand, and with that he showed the silver ring with a blue seal in one smooth move. As Ike did not like having to carry along letters and such if he did not have to, he had arranged for a ring with the seal of the Verbintenis on it, so he had no need to show any seal of any letter. Though, if he was entirely honest with himself, which he wasn't always, he had also chosen it because its design looked splendid and such a design did add a certain level of class to one's outfit. After showing so, Ike slid his glove back onto his hand.<br/><br/>"Mhm. What a pleasure this is to meet another fellow." Ike stated contently. His voice was smooth, of a rather average tone but with an apparent accent. Even after many years of communicating in English, it was clear to hear that he was not a native English speaker. It was way less apparent when he spoke Scandinavian, Baltic or Slavic languages, however he had learned the basis of those back when he was a curious child. The English language had arrived later in his life.<br/><br/>Either way, the waiting was finally over. Finally they could start their mission. Ike was extremely curious about these megalithic structures and what they might reveal to them. He had never been on this specific site before. However, considering that the fellow was carrying his luggage, it would seem that they ought to make a small detour. He highly doubted that the luggage only contained items that were crucial to the inspection of the Callanish Stones. More feasible was that the luggage contained clothes and such for the coming days, along with research material to use their off hours effectively by comparing them alongside the notes that they would be taking. The idea that this mission would be finished today was quite inconceivable, as they needed to go over all details of the site, and if their research would not yield fruitful results, it was even more likely that they would venture out to the other Callanish Stones, as this site was just one of several in the near vicinity.<br/><br/>As the fellow took off his glasses and exposed his eyes alike emeralds, Ike's previous assumption was confirmed. This brought the smallest of smiles to his face, as the man enjoyed being right. When the travel companion reached out his hand, Ike met him with his right hand. "Ike Marvin" he replied now introductions were due. "I'd love to do so, however, a thunderstorm is on its way here. It is likely to arrive within minutes, thus we first need to decide if we wish to visit the site during the thunderstorm or after." Ike declared.