Faced with the vengeful guardian Skjóldúlfr, you decide to attempt reasoning with him rather than engaging in immediate battle. Your words seem to momentarily soften the hatred in his eyes as he listens intently to your plea for safe passage through the cursed woods. However, before Skjóldúlfr can respond, a piercing screech echoes from the treetops above. A swarm of shadowy creatures descends upon you, drawn by the commotion. Thrasi readies his weapon, but you know that fighting both Skjóldúlfr and these unknown assailants simultaneously would be a deadly gamble.
Will you stand your ground and fight alongside Thrasi against this unexpected threat, or will you make a swift retreat into the darkness, hoping to evade the oncoming danger?