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Nekhebit's return activates Emberus's suspicion that her ancient grudge may connect to his son's murder.
The newly re-ascended vulture goddess is described by Emberus as primordial and hostile to his divine family. Her deepest stated grudge is against Apito.
Her return to the halls causes Emberus to update Carl's murder quest. He believes a priestess at one of Nekhebit's temples may know who killed his son and orders Carl to interrogate her.
Odette is preparing to enter the dungeon as Nekhebit, placing the host directly inside a feud Carl is already compelled to investigate.
A scarred vulture goddess entering divine halls as fire-lit quest sigils mark her ancient enemies.
Nekhebit becomes the collision point between Odette's plan and Carl's Emberus obligation.
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