<blush> How did I miss that? I just went back and found the critter!

Thank you for your prompt response. I think I'm going to enjoy this shard...

Shortly after my first visit I went down to the training room, dismounted my llama, told it to follow me and started building my swordmanship skills. I had to leave for a few minutes (allowed in the rules) and when I came back my pet was missing! I checked upstairs and outside, but no sight of him. ...