The road to Veroigne
Balir approaches slowly, and quietly if possible, until he gets to what seems like a polite but safe distance. Dropping to one knee, Balir will straighten his arm so the shield allows for him to see the catfolk in the eye, and then ask quietly "My name is Balir, but I am not much of a fisherman. Are they biting?"
After a moment, he will continue "And, what brings you out this far from town? My group is passing through. Since you're here, we're wondering if there is any dangers in this area we should avoid?"