Everything Changes

The female took his presence with equanimity and wasn't offended by his question, taking the time to answer. He eyed the leather bits with interest. Bracers - for armor? He wondered how well the leather protected. Obviously better than nothing, but teeth would eventually pierce a single layer of leather. Would she use multiple layers? A particularly tough type of leather? Some hides, he knew, were stronger than others. "For now," he answered her question in turn, "though I will be moving the pack northward shortly." He gave a quick, respectful bow of his head. "My name is Eligos Abraxas. Would you mind if I were to observe your work? I am interested in the science of armoring, and have not yet seen bracers made."