Crusader Berenguer's Letter Home

Note · 40 gp · Weight 2

"Shynn, beloved brother of mine! For the first time in recent weeks, I found a few spare minutes to write a message for you, friends, and family. Your restless brother Berenguer is not dead and gone. Quite the opposite, I'm alive and glad for this chance I've gotten. By joining the crusader ranks, I've truly found my place for the very first time, can you imagine? I can already hear your disapproving retort: 'Berenguer, that scoundrel, he now thinks himself a hero!' But believe it or not, these days my intentions are further from any esteemed titles or glory than ever before. I joined the crusaders out of boredom, out of horrible melancholy that clouded my mind and filled it with dark thoughts. But for some reason, a slacker and a drunk such as I, who has done nothing worthwhile in his whole life — happened to gain the favor of the resplendent Iomedae. On the fifteenth day of battle, surrounded by her loyal devotees, stained up to my elbows in demon blood, I gave in to my comrades' influence and offered a prayer to the Inheritor — and my prayers were answered! From that day onward, I was not just a crusader — I was a paladin of Iomedae, able to smite Abyssal monsters with the power lent to me by the divine. Will you even recognize me, Shynn, should I return home? I've changed, I can feel it myself. Iomedae gave my life purpose, offered me a weapon to slay the enemies of Golarion. By the Inheritor's name, I won't betray her trust! Please, send my heartfelt regards to our poor mother and show her this letter. Visit father's grave for me, and never forget about me. They're sounding the horns again — demons spotted. Be well, Shynn! May Iomedae's blessing be with you! Your brother Berenguer"