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Grombrindal: Ancestor’s Burden — Rat-Tail

February 2023·pp. 132–141

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Larn Rat-Tail accompanies Borgni Daltheim’s treasure hunters towards Karak Thorga, haunted by approaching doom. Ghouls capture many companions, but Daltheim insists on racing rival claimants rather than rescuing them. The missing whitebeard Rigo reappears and draws Larn into recounting the past behind his withdrawal and scars.

Once a Fyreslayer runeson, Larn ordered retreat from a disastrous Skaven ambush against his father’s reckless purpose, then swore against Grimnir and lost his runes. Rigo challenges the idea that good judgement makes him worthless and directs him towards those he can still help. Larn leaves the expedition to rescue the captives instead of obeying another doomed leader.

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