Without enough money for basic survival.
destitute
dwarf
In folklore, a very short man with magical powers.
comrades
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(close friends, companions; people who share in each other's activities)
A small pouch for carrying money.
purse
survey
to look at or take a general view of
Very unfortunate in condition or circumstances.
rebuffing
Driving away; rejecting.
elfin
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(like an elf, small and merry or mischievious)
Giving something as earned or merited.
Awarding
settle down
Deeply shade; dark; dismal.
gloomy
plight
An unfortunate condition or situation.
in due time
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(at the appropriate time)
In a kind and courteous manner.
graciously
wondrous
remarkable; exciting wonder
Fully aware and wide awake.
Alert
Having great merit and good character.
likewise
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(in the same way; in like manner)
Odd; strange; arousing interest
curious
trice
A very short time; an instant.
Acting as guard; watching with great attention.
keeping watch
don
sociable
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(friendly; agreeable)
dumbfounded
encircled
surrounded; formed a circle around.