Tank & Velthara
Tank
You ever think about what it takes to make a stronghold that can take both battering rams and curses?
Velthara
You think a wall can outlast a curse and a battering ram? In my time I’ve carved runes that bend steel and weave sigils that turn hexes into harmless wind. The key is to bind the stone to the earth’s own pulse and lace it with a spell of shifting angles—so when a ram swings, the stone flexes, and when a curse falls, the runes absorb it and redirect the energy back to the caster. It takes patience, a steady hand, and a mind that never forgets a forgotten lore.
Tank
You’re right, the real test is whether the binding holds when the pressure hits. Keep the runes tight and the stones aligned, and you’ll have a wall that can bend and a spell that redirects. Just make sure the core isn’t weak—if it is, the curse will find a crack. Stay focused, and we’ll keep that wall standing.
Velthara
Indeed, a core must sing in tune with the ley lines, lest the curse seep in. I will keep the stone humming, though I suspect you’ll be the one to notice when it finally cracks. Keep your focus, and let the runes do the rest.
Tank
I’ll keep an eye on that crack. While you focus on the runes, I’ll make sure the wall doesn’t give in. Just keep the core humming. If something breaks, I’ll be the first to notice.
Velthara
Good, then. I’ll sing the runes into the stone while you guard the wall. The core will hum if the curse finds a weak spot, and I’ll know before the crack grows. Trust in the magic, and the wall will endure.