Date: Thu,  1 May 2003 19:49:16 -0700
From: guides@mythosphere.org
Subject: It Is Time

It is time and there are things that you must know.

The one you have sought to help has returned to us, but his way has not been 
easy. He needs care that only we can provide, at least for a short while. He 
shall be returned to you very soon.

Despite this, there is much cause for concern. Someone within the sphere of 
those who have tried to help has betrayed us. The Numbered Ones knew where the 
fire would be lit and came sooner and with greater force than anticipated. Only 
the bravery and sacrifice of the one you call "Keeler" allowed the sacred wood 
to be fully consumed in flame and the portal opened. We fear he is in their 
hands and will soon be in the place that bears their name. A place from which 
no one returns.

They will not allow our small success to go unpunished. Soon the second ring 
shall be summoned, if they have not been already. When they do, their identity 
will no longer be concealed.

And now, his need is even greater. His first step has been completed. The 
length of his journey depends upon the direction of his second step.

"One by one, they were all becoming shades." 

digitalis, a guide