A Shield of Bark

My march led me beyond the steps to a quiet garden stone bench. Upon the sun-warmed slate lay a curved fragment of dry pine bark, trapped beneath a cluster of loose gray pebbles. I paused, testing my center against the rough grit. Setting my staff's brass ferrule firmly into the stone crevice for balance, I used my free hand to lever away the heavier stones one by one. The bark lifted free without snapping, revealing a damp, pale patch of moss sheltered underneath. I leaned against my staff, letting the midday heat settle upon the stone.#MythicLegions #ActionFigures #FantasyCreatures #Swords #Magic