kettle, as well as the fare for a room in the inn. I met a Dunmer in armor made of the same chitin of what I assume must be that same massive creature. He was a very interesting person - Dunmeris was not his first language and nor is it mine, so our conversation was a little limited. He told me he is an Ashlander, and that he has come to Pelgiad to make his fortune as a mercenary. He seemed proud of his success thus far, not that it seems surprising - he was easily a full head taller than me. He told me the ash that blows off of Red Mountain is blighted, and makes you sick, insane, and haunted by nightmares.

I intend to expound upon the flora

and fungi I have encountered at a later date, when I have more reliably learned their names and can include more thorough descriptions, including any latent alchemical properties.

I have spent the remainder of the day resting, and my wound is almost completely healed. I am going to repair the tear in my pants and I will set out for Balmora in earnest tomorrow morning.