“ Her name was Ushers-in-Spring. She was our connection to Koda, as all Voices are. When Drakkar awoke, and the whispers grew louder, she tried to respond. Tried to reason. She listened. And she was turned. It is customary for a Claw to step down without a Voice. But I fear if I do, my people will succumb. So I linger—a counterweight to keep what little balance remains. I... miss her.”










