Through Glass Darkly

The gift is about to change Seth's world,
taking him beyond borders,
beyond childhood myths,
and beyond the veil.

The sword that was once a gift becomes his calling, a challenge, which will take the boy and make him a man. 'Redeem the time'
The words of the old man rang in his ears.
"Seth," the seer's voice brought him back to the present. "The hearts of men wax cold. Nachash and Sihon Banah's advancement is met with little resistance. Legions of men are yielding to him without a fight. The seven must be returned to Chavvah along with the crown. Unless this can be accomplished, the Land of Nowd will fall." With that, the seer takes a sip of tea.
Seth kneels and recalling the face of his little sister accepts the call.