Meridia gives him a level look, but says nothing. Aurelia answers for her. "Of course, unorthodox is exactly what we're hoping for," she says with a toothy grin. "Meridia will be responsible for guiding you and advising you, during your journey, as she has a better ground-level view of the situation. You'll also find her quite formidable with a variety of weapons, and can teach you the expertise you'll need, to use your weapons properly."<br/><br/>Meridia continues to give him a glare,adding on, "I still don't see why we even need this mortal at all. We gather a force, we crush the enemy, and the problem is resolved." "Dear, as I've explained before, in spite of your stubborn refusal to listen to reason; this is only a symptom of the larger problem. If we crush it now, it'll simply return, later, and worse. The only true solution is a complete, systemic change, and that cannot come from us; the mortals will only accept change brought about by one of them, not handed down from on high, by us." "We cow them into accepting the change, then. I've seen it work." "That is not our way, and you know it. Now, stop arguing, and make ready to leave. I'm certain our champion is eager to be on his way."