Piercedaspid

"A promise."

As Arin drew near, the Pierced Aspid opened its eyes, piercing her very soul. Arin explained her sister's illness and her desire to save her. The Aspid regarded her calmly, then spoke in a low, rumbling voice: piercedaspid

The Pierced Aspid was said to reside in the heart of the desert, within a labyrinthine network of tunnels and caverns carved into the sandstone. Few dared to venture into its domain, for the Aspid was rumored to possess the power to grant wishes to those who pleased it. "A promise

Arin thanked the Pierced Aspid and hastened back to her sister, the crystal clutched in her hand. Her sister's condition improved dramatically, and soon she was on her feet, smiling once more. Few dared to venture into its domain, for

"I shall grant your wish, but first, you must prove your worth. I have been pierced by the gods themselves, and my gemstone holds the secrets of the universe. Solve my riddle, and I shall heal your sister."