{Regarding Epitaphs}

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[The following message is sent out to the network, and is also being broadcast around Lindblum]

Attention citizens, guests and festival goers:

Due to an unfortunate event, the Festival of the Hunt is being ended immediately. If you are out of doors, please proceed to the nearest building and remain indoors until the streets have been cleared.

We are receiving reports that monsters known as Epitaphs have appeared within the city. These stone creatures sometimes produce images of friends or family that are aggressive in nature. If you should happen to encounter one of these, notify the city watch immediately. We understand that anti-stone items and spells to be effective in killing the epitaphs as well.

We regret the need to take such extreme measures at the height of the festival, but the safety of our citizens and guests must take priority. Be safe, and do not engage these monsters if you are not confident in your success in defeating them.