The cut marks might as well glow as far as Kuna was concerned. The damage was still fresh, and he had done an excellent job cutting his way. When the tree marks disappeared, they were replaced by signs of a scuffle, dropped weapons, and other indicators of an attack. They hadn't sent anyone to clear away the trail, allowing them to proceed even faster.<br/><br/>However, a noise could be heard nearby. One that sounded like some sort of footsteps. The location was being watched.<br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">For Bern</div><div class="spoiler_body">Sahagin are well known for worshipping various aquatic gods, and it is sometimes said that their rituals require (or at least, encourage) the sacrifice of "surface dwellers". Despite that, there are clear indicators that the area is beginning to shift from forest to wetland, it may simply be a miscommunication and a believed territorial incursion. <br/><br/>Sahagin, however, are not known for negotiation. Fighting may be the only option.</div></div>