Screw The Shield!

To My Dearest Ebbie,

So how has your Christmas vacation been? First of all I'd like to greet you a Merry Christmas. I sent you something in the mail and you'll definitely like it, I'm sure of that. Now that I've sent you my present for you, make sure you send mine, alright? Good. Anyway, let me tell you something interesting that happened the other day. I was on a little trip to Libra via the Smoldering Swamp until one of those Fake Santas appeared and stole my shield. It ran so fast that I was persistent enough to chase it all the way to Valid Raeth.

Using Toby as my aerial eye, I was able to track down the Fake Santa and my shield. Just when as I was about to lash my anger at him, a large shadow loomed behind me and there he was, the commander of all skeletons, Marduk. The Fake Santa made an evil grin as I realized this was a trap. This must be Marduk's form of revenge the last time Zak and I escaped from his clutches.

I'll cut to the chase because you might be in a Christmas party or something. I got this from Marduk after I beat him to a pulp.

I've heard this is pretty rare, and I still wanted to get my shield back. However, the Fake Santa successfully made his escape, and I was no longer able to track him down. I felt so bad that I kept punching this wall in a random back alley. That shield was worth a fortune!

When I marched into the Libra marketplace however, merchants kept pestering me if I was selling the Skeleton Bandage I had. It doesn't offer much defense, however I feel like I can focus more on evading and attacking enemies now that I don't have a shield to worry about. I can always block with my sword, so I guess this was a rather fateful encounter in the end.

I still have a backup shield anyway, although I prefer using this one-handed stance for now, just like my novice warrior days. Lightweight, and free fighting style.

Perhaps you'd want one of these as a Christmas present? I've heard Myrms like you can't equip these things!

Stay safe, and watch out for those Fake Santas!

From Your Dear Brother,

Prawnt

P.S. In case you're wondering why my sword is glowing... I'll tell you about it some other time.

Christmas Heroics

To My Dear Friends Kewkies and Kreme,

I'd like to thank you both for helping me with my ordeal with Sambaba the other day. Normally I would go myself to a mission like that, but from the bottom of my heart, thanks for the company. If it weren't for Kewkies' magic and Kreme's uhh... speedy move thingy we wouldn't have beaten the living lights out of that fat chieftain. As a gift this Christmas, I'm sending both of you a HUNDRED slices of cake each. Go on, eat your heart out! (And remember to exercise a lot afterwards.)

Anyway, I've heard both of you guys are working very hard to attain your next job tier. Don't give up! At your current level, training can be very grueling and slow. When I was still a junior knight, it was as if I almost wanted to give up and inherit my father's shrimp business instead. Well that didn't stop me now, didn't it? As a fighter of justice, I had a duty to uphold!

You two, as a battlemage and jester have your own respective duties to uphold as well! Kewkies! If you take your magic more seriously you could make it go an extra mile and conquer mountains! As a battlemage, you study and research new powerful kinds of magic to keep enemies at bay! And Kreme! Become more sociable and watch your dance moves shine in the field of battle! ATTAIN A MANLY ENTERTAINER AURA FOR THAT IS WHAT YOU ARE! And most of all, do not forget... THE HEROIC POSE.

Yes, it may sound silly at first, but the HEROIC POSE is always a good finisher. You've probably seen me do it while we were fighting Sambaba. Why is it that I keep making all these poses before I deliver a blow? That's to distract the enemy and to make my moves more predictable! ...Wait! Forget that last bit, it's to make your moves more flashy to distract the enemy! Yes!

AND THE BEST PART IS, YOUR THEME MUSIC PLAYS AS YOU SLAY THE ENEMY! HOW COOL IS THAT???

Though I believe it's safer to just use the HEROIC POSE as a finishing move. It makes you look really cool in the end too. Just be sure not to die before you execute it! (When I was still a novice knight, White Tooth got me when I did that.)

Now I've heard you need more help with Bahamole yes? He's probably kidnapped some unfortunate travelers again. This is also a perfect opportunity for me to investigate why it snows inside the Candescent Caverns!

So I wish both of you a Merry Christmas this season!

The Defender of Justice, Bane of All Malice,

Prawnt The Tempura Knight

P.S. I attached several samples of theme music you may want to use when you fight enemies. It really gets your adrenalin pumping.

Promoted!

To My Dearest Ebbie,

Things are starting to loosen up around Camp Steven, so many of us paladins were relieved from our posts due to the decrease in attacks. It seems even the bad guys want to enjoy the holidays. So I felt happy after I packed up my stuff and went to the Port of Winds to check on things, I found out that the whole town has set up Christmas decor and it has started snowing. I found it strange that it would be snowing in the PoW, but I guess it's because of the holiday this time of year.

I then came across this red-nosed reindeer named Rudolph. He was looking for help around town but unfortunately for him, no one really remembers who he is. He says he's the reindeer who helps guide the path for Santa's sleigh, but there has been a problem. Santa has gone missing and he has had trouble finding him. He has already sent countless adventurers on his quest, but there hasn't been any good news so far. Being the honorable knight that I am, I accepted his plea for help.

Reports say those evil dwarves are the prime suspects to this crime, and they dressed up as Santa Claus to attempt to fool unwary people and rob them of their belongings. During this time of year, these fakes could be found anywhere. I started with the route from Fungoid Village and into the Gods Sanctuary until I came across a stubby little man in red. That skull-shaped belt buckle wasn't a good sign, this was definitely one of those Fake Santas I've heard so much about.

Without a moment's notice, I jumped the Fake Santa from behind and started to beat the living lights out of him. When he had enough, he cried and ran away, dropping all sorts of goodies he stole from other adventurers. I took the bag of presents he stole and went to the nearest precinct to give my report. He also dropped some pet food. Inviting Toby back for Christmas also crossed my mind.

To my surprise, I found this notice in gold on the bulletin board. On that notice was a list of those who have passed the "hidden test" to achieve the Templar rank, a title given to noteworthy paladins who have been working hard. I found my name on the 17th!!! Isn't that great Ebbie? That means I'm getting a new set of armor!

My new armor really compliments my knightly-ness, although I already have another custom set of armor. And Toby also visited me for this season! Maybe Christmas this year would be great after all! I want to thank Santa, where ever he is right now!

Stay safe Ebbie, have a wonderful Christmas!

From Your Dear Brother,

Prawnt

Christmas Ahoy!

To My Dearest Ebbie,

It has been quite some time since I've last written you a letter. Work has been hard around Camp Steven lately, as we have been fighting off endless waves of monsters here and there. It's getting real boring sometimes, but knowing that the holidays are coming, I may have a chance to actually meet you again. In your last letter, you told me of your exploits at the Van Cliff Dungeon. Are you sure you didn't catch a cold or anything? The last time I went there, I almost

froze to death! I guess I'm too accustomed to the tropical climate in Libra, huh?

You might be seeing something familiar afoot very soon. The Holiday Season, better known as Christmas. Yes Ebbie, it's that time of year when people gather and sing those silly Christmas carols and decorate houses with all those gaudy decorations that hurt my eyes. For me, each Christmas decoration is an eyesore. Nothing but humbug for me. Call me a scrooge if you want to, but I don't see why Santa Claus should be considered

the Father of Christmas. (And why people have to dress up in those weird elf costumes.)

Well you know that... day right? Bah, anyway. The blizzard around Camp Steven has gotten stronger than before now that Christmas is near. The only reason I want to spend my holiday leave credits is to be with you. That's less two knightly fatigues, three patrol rounds, and one night sentry duty. All worth it just to be with you.

Because of the abundance of snow in the area, Paris brought a lot of this snow to life and turned it into evil snowmen to do her evil bidding. According to reports, these snowmen have been harassing travelers all over the continent, as the dark magic has enabled them to become resistant to all types of heat. Worry not, these monsters are probably mass-produced so they should be easy to dispose of.

The Spirit of Christmas? Sorry Ebbie, I really don't have it. I just can't feel it this season.

Stay safe from snowmen.

From Your Dear Brother,

Prawnt