"They're special gifts, so I advise you keep a close hold on them," she replied. She reached into the back of the cart, taking out a dark red gem on a golden necklace. "This is a Dragonsblood Gem, so rare there are said to be only six in existence and I wouldn't be able to tell you where the other five are now. It serves two purposes: it enables you to understand the language of dragons, and vice versa, plus it glows when a member of the dragonkin is in proximity to you."<br/><br/>She handed it to Daric, before returning to the cart and pulling out an almost impossibly ornate sheath, covered in strange gems.<br/><br/>"This, on the other hand, is unique," she said, pulling the blade out. Even in the relative dark of the night letters could just be made out running along the length of the blade, glowing faintly. "The Dawnhammer Blade, a relic created by Elven smiths the likes of which have not been seen in these lands in many lifetimes. Once it was the symbol of the greatest alliance ever formed." She sheathed the blade again and offered it to Daric. "There are likely people and creatures who will offer you aid simply because you carry this." She took a brief look at the forest. "If the atmosphere around this place does not act as enough warning, I suggest you listen carefully: the Forest of Shadows is not a safe place for many creatures, I would advise sticking to the path unless you<em>absolutely</em>have to. On the plus side, if you should run into one of the Elven rangers who call this place home tell them Karolina sent you, that will reassure them you are no threat to them."