Although Artemius had referred to them as the village elders, the three individuals sat upon the spheres did not look much older than him! But, this was not uncommon seeing as how the Trephasia was a long-lived race. Even the children running around playing outside had already lived for 20-40 years.
Artemius bowed respectfully as he said, "Elders, this is the guest that I informed you about, Luna."
Artemius did even bother introducing Izroth, Azalea, and Mirage! It was as if their very existence was being ignored.
