Though the camp beside Jakten's border was relatively mild, if a little drab and wet, the further one ventured from safe shores, the less friendly the landscape became. After his chilling adventure with Phoenix in search of runes, he had no real desire to return here. But the sound of crunching bone drew sensitive ear. .. and Hotep worried a packmate might have strayed too far without escort into dangerous lands. (And what are you doing, now?, he thought to himself, briefly.)

Khonsu was between forms, tonight, and his protection seemed less assured.

Hello? Hotep called out, as he drew close to the sound... but not so close he could not beat a hasty retreat if needed!