"One of the Avvar folk wasn't quite unusual when we resided solely in the Frostbacks, but now, in the Free Marches...you stand out." Inessa's smile is sympathetic, as between those pointed ears and the staff in hand, she knows something about standing out as well.

"You aren't unwelcome, though. Far from it, your healing skills have been mentioned and we are always in need, in that respect." Her gaze shifts to the fennec, fond and curious. "What is the fennec's name?"