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[northerner]

[ the device is balanced on robb's knee, with grey wind at his side, circling around out of sight and then back in on robb's other side, all sleek muscle and bulk, a counterpoint to how lean robb's grown, newly shorn hair a riot of curls, despite his attempts to smooth them. eventually, he reaches a hand, brings grey wind to heel, the great wolf settling as robb begins to speak. ]

I'm aware there are greater things to consider than the whims of a king, but I would ask your indulgence in this instance. Things have gone quiet, for the moment, so perhaps this is the best time to pose such a question.

[ there's a rumble from grey wind, a shift and scrape of claws on the metal. robb runs a hand over his head, settles behind the ears. ]

I would hear what was known of skinwalkers and shapechangers, if there are those aboard who would be comforable speaking of such subjects with me. Anything you wish to speak of, even legend and lore. I'd be grateful for it, good people of the Tranquility.

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[northerner]

Not as well as I would have wished, Bran.

[ for even aboard this ship, robb had his failings. it was difficult to admit, but sometimes he thinks he never should have ridden south, never left his brothers alone. ]

[wolfdreamer]

[But Bran is ever quick to defend his brother--even from himself. He shakes his head fiercely, a frown tugging at his mouth.]

If anyone says that you failed us, then they are wrong. You have always done your best, and better. You are a good brother, and a good king.

[northerner]

[ robb breathes out, shakes his head, tone going quiet and affectione. ]

If anyone questions me, I shall send them to you. You sing my virtues better than any other.

[wolfdreamer]

[He smiles, even as he flushes a little, and feels suddenly silly for praising Robb so highly to himself.]

I only speak true of you. I mean every word. You are as good as I have said--maybe better. And I would gladly tell anyone the same.

[northerner]

I know you do. And I love you for it, Bran.