Dear Laura,
I've just become a youth and moved to a new world, far away from my mum and dad, and my (really annoying) brothers and sisters. I've made a few new friends, but one of them, a male adult Hardman, worries me. His stories always end with: "And Eem hit norn/grendel/ettin/hand, and they broke their paw/head/arm/leg." Should I be worried?
- Bubbette the Norn
Dear Bubbette the Norn,
You know, befriending a Hardman Norn does have its advantages... For one, you wouldn't have to worry about Grendel attacks, since Hardman Norns are known to be masterful Grendel Hunters and they won't hesitate to eliminate the Grendel Menace if left to their own devices. Play your cards right, and you could have your own personal bodyguard! True, they do have a tendency to get a bit too angry, so just make sure that he takes his daily dose of Calm Balm to settle his raging emotions. With time and a few precautions, I'm sure you two will be great pals.
- Laura