Jaune Arc - Dreamscape

Chapter 25

"The Guild is an institution that oversees Familia in Orario while offering assistance to adventurers. The primary location of the Guild is known as the Pantheon, a spacious venue with counters for adventurers to speak with their advisors and an exchange section. There are also private meeting rooms where adventurers can converse confidentially with their advisors. Furthermore, there is a library section available for use.

The primary objective of the Guild is to oversee the monster threat that arises in the dungeon. Additionally, the Guild purchases magic stones, loot drops, and maps created by adventurers who have explored the dungeon. Furthermore, the Guild offers weapons and armor to fresh adventurers embarking on their journey.

The Guild staff also take the position of advisors for adventurers, often suggesting to what depth an adventurer should go in a dungeon according to their level and skills, as well as warning them of any particular dangers of certain floors and how to prepare against them. A staff member may be in charge of one or more adventurers." Eina, a beautiful Half-Elf with a slim body, pointy ears, shoulder-length brown hair, and emerald-colored eyes, explained.

Jaune said, "That's one long introduction. Is there anything else we need to register?"

Taking out a form, Eina said, "You only need to fill up this form, and everything will be settled."

Jaune and the others filled up the form. Thanks to Language Comprehension, they were able to read, write, and speak in the language of the world they have traveled.

Eina looked at the forms and nodded before she saw something weird, saying, "Uhm...I think there is a mistake. It says here that you're human. "

Jaune nodded, saying, "I am human. I did not make a mistake."

Eina was shocked. Looking at Jaune's ears, she said, "Eh...B-But you're a Demi-Human!"

Jaune shook his head, saying, "I'm still human. It is merely a spell."

Eina nodded. She processed the forms, and they were done. She asked, "Do you have any Familia you plan on joining?"

Jaune said, "I'm looking for Goddess Hestia. Do you know where she is?"

Nodding, Eina said, "I do. She is living in an abandoned church. I can show you on the map. Wait here."

Eina headed behind her counter and reached for something. It turned out to be a map of Orario. She made a mark on it labeled Hestia's home. When she returned to the others, she handed the map to Jaune and said, "The one marked on the map is where she lives. It isn't too far from here."

Jaune accepted the map and headed to their destination. He looked at one of the receptionists, Rose Fannett, who refused to be their advisor—something about looking weak. He did not blame her for picking only certain adventurers. Her eyes seemed to have experienced much death.

But before leaving the guild, Jaune remembered they needed money. They don't have any Valis on them. If was Lien, they have plenty, but not Valis. Which is why Jaune asked, "Eina, where can we exchange things other than magic stones and item loot for Valis? For example, let's say a sword."

Thinking momentarily, Eina replied, "You could sell them here if you want, but to receive the maximum amount, I suggest you head to the weapons floor of the Tower of Babel. There are Blacksmiths where you can show your weapon for evaluation for pricing. It is best to pick the one owned by Goddess Hephaestus as she is a fair woman. If she ever finds out that her Familia was not giving proper compensation, there would be hell to pay. Safe to say they wouldn't cheat you."

Eina, using the map she gave Jaune, marked the location of the Tower of Babel.

This time, Jaune waved goodbye and made his way to his destination. First, location, the abandoned church of Hestia. They need the Falna of a Goddess to be able to absorb Excelia.