Tale 17 told by Taniwha on 28.11.2000
The Apprentice

This story was told to me by a young Mage.

"       As with any normal wizard spell, all the necessary components are
needed.  My master often leaves the safety of his tower in search of these
components for more powerful and affective magic. Several weeks have passed
and he has yet to return.  I know of nothing of this world that is able to
detain and keep him from his work.  A strange feeling developed in me, as
his apprentice, I fear his life is oddly in danger.  I call out to those who
dare call themselves HEROS, find me and I will tell you more of him.  The
power he possesses is unmatched.  I will tell you this, to come alone is to
die.  Gather those amoung you most brave, most skilled in the arts of their
craft, whether they be warriors or fellow spell casters.  IF something or
someone is able to capture my master it will take a great party skillfully
put together to rescue him.  Choose wisely, for the fool will surely die. 
Until we meet may Cyrcia guide you."