A fantastical short story with sword-wielding dragels, elemental magic and one woman tackling the challenge of learning to trust new friends and places. After all, a home is only what you make of it and friends do require some care and keeping.

Marcella's in the mood to tear into something with fangs and claws. It's the kind of urge that every Gheyo—dragel fighter—gives into, when the instinctive need grows to unbearable heights. Her Storm Element makes her unpredictable, but her needs are as basic as they come. She can't go alone, but her options are sparse. Perhaps, she can ask for a favor?