Gabbi had every reason to fear the birdman. She finally recognized his kind, her blood running cold. The stories from her childhood came rushing back. The folklores that were told — Ravens of the slain, valravn.
According to legend, these creatures were born when ravens feasted on the hearts of men slain in battle. It was said that after consuming the heart of a child, they gained the power to shape-shift, becoming something far more dangerous. Intelligent, cunning, and hungry for more than just flesh, the Valravn were the kind of creatures that made even the bravest warriors shudder. They could strike deals with humans, either taking the child by force or being promised it in exchange for some dark favor.
And now, one stood before her.
