"It works both ways, lad. Most of the Wilds belongs to no one." skekSa raises a feathery eyebrow. "I prefer to let sleeping dogs lie myself. Not that I'm fond of the neighbors - they're not known for generosity or their manners - but we have a truce with them. War is bad for business."

"I have a crew," she tells Mantis, turning to a brighter subject. "If you visit my tavern in the downtown area, you can meet them. You can consider the first round of drinks on me, since you're new. I can assume you don't have much in the way of money."