Anomaly Acquisitions - Crossroads 19 (Patreon)

"Would you do this... for me?" Rupert's voice falters, and you can't tell whether it's from emotion, or the imminent dissolution of his being.

The smoldering husk of a great evil lies nearby as you look upon the wavering form of an old man. Every moment he seems as though he could be gone forever, visibly aging as his form flickers in the air. He has been through so much, as have you all, and yet he asks you to go through so much more.

You look upon your comrades; those that have made it this far.

Andoni, the merman, his normally bright and sarcastic face now full of determination.

Dain, the Faerie, stands beside you, holding your hand and gently stroking it with his thumb. Whether to comfort you, or himself, it's hard to tell.

The Shapeshifter, usually so cavalier, looks genuinely saddened by the sight of the apparition.

Henry, the mothman, his face literally impossible to read, sits on the floor beside you, clearly distraught.

Rupert, the adventurous spirit, now finally on his deathbed, yet still smiling so tenderly.

His shimmer grows fainter with every moment. You know he doesn't have long. Your memories of this man, and of this team, and of this adventure fill your head and your heart. You grit your teeth, clench your fist, and respond...