The "Thirsty Kraken" is a tavern located at the port of Ardentia, known for its rowdy and boisterous atmosphere. The tavern serves sailors and other patrons who are looking for a place to unwind after a long day at sea or to seek out some adventure in the bustling port city.  The tavern is a large, sprawling building with a thatched roof and walls made of rough-hewn timber. The interior is dimly lit and smoky, with a large fireplace at one end that provides warmth and light. The walls are adorned with various nautical items, such as ship's wheels, anchors, and maps of the sea.

The Thirsty Kraken is known for its strong drinks and hearty food, which are designed to satisfy the hearty appetites of sailors and adventurers. The menu includes hearty stews, fresh fish, and roasted meats, all washed down with generous quantities of ale and spirits.  Despite its rough and tumble reputation, the Thirsty Kraken is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. It is a place where sailors can swap stories and share their adventures, and where adventurers can find work or companions for their next voyage. However, visitors to the tavern are advised to keep their wits about them, as fights and brawls are not uncommon in this lively establishment.

Overall, the Thirsty Kraken is a classic seafarer's tavern that offers a glimpse into the rough and adventurous world of Ardentia's port. It is a place where patrons can let loose and indulge in some hearty food and drink, while rubbing shoulders with some of the toughest and most colorful characters in the realm.

"Here we are good gentles, the Thirsty Kraken! We suggest getting inside and find a seat before it fills up! We've been here many a times, there are lots of fights and brawls, so keep your wits about you. Lets find a big table by the edge of the room so we can watch our backs!"

Yngvar gently applies pressure to the crowd by the door to push them out of the way and leads everyone inside. He keeps a careful eye on Rowan. "Will you lovely ladies sit with us as asked earlier?" he says to Rowan, but inviting Akira as well if she wished.
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Luthien wasn't planning on taking a diversion like this, but...sometimes, fate conspires to slow the young knight down and make him stop and smell the roses. Or the ale in this case. Not that he was necessarily drinking.

The table he chooses has room for others...but with an aura like his, it's plenty to cover the entire table. It's a nice side effect...the wicked never want to sit at his table.

Yngvar sits in the middle on the far side of the table against the wall to protect his back, making sure there is a seat for Rowan and Akira if they'd like to sit by him. "Nice choice Sir Luthien, we like your choice of tables. Come sit by us Lady Rowan." He holds her chair for her, being the perfect gentleman.

He knew he wasn't the prettiest man there, but he was attentive!

Rowan looked like the last thing she wanted to do was sit besides Yngvar but one look at some of the other men in the tavern (and the eyes they turned her way) made her decide having Yngvar as a barrier to some drunked sailor pinching her bum was an acceptable trade. At least Yngvar smelled nice.

Sliding into her seat Rowan looked around,  disoriented by tavern. It seemed a lot bigger than she'd remembered... Or maybe it was just that she was smaller.

Rowan glanced at her companions. Akira seemed in her own world and Rowan could relate. Yngvar was... unique. The knight Sir Luthien made her feel guilty for dome reason.

"So what sort of adventures have you been on?" she asked the table.

"What can we get you to eat and drink? A bowl of stew? A steak? Ale, or wine?" He says with a smile. "Of course it is our pleasure to take care of your tab."

Ponder took a seat across from Luthien and watched Rowan's discomfort with amusement. He didn't seemed bothered by the rowdy crowd, signalling for an ale.