Tesha smiles softly.

Tesha says in a demure voice, "Greetings, everyone."

Tesha says in a demure voice, "Thank you for coming to be here for Antidas Wintermourne."

Tesha says in a demure voice, "He has long served as a warrior of Light, walking the shadows that
many of us cannot reach. He has struck down many enemies of Light, shed much blood in defense of
what the Lightbringer holds sacred, and has been a perfect model for what is expected of the
Shamshir."

Tesha smiles fondly as she watches you.

Tesha says in a demure voice, "This was not always the case..."

You have emoted: Antidas shifts uncomfortably

Tesha's words trail off as she frowns at the scar on your arm.

Tesha says in a demure voice, "Now, it is tim eto remove an old, terrible wound. One that marks him
as something he is no longer. A physical lie."

Tesha watches you quietly, her lips pressed in silent contemplation.

After several moments, Tesha nods in approval.

Tesha says to you in a demure voice, "You were Mhaldorian. You were a servant of Evil. You were a
threat to Creation. As these things, you did acts you would never do this day."

Tesha's gaze drifts again to the scar on your arm, a frown caressing her lips.

Tesha says in a demure voice, "This is a mark of the sins of your past. What you did... what you
were. It contradicts all that you have become. All that you will be."

Tesha's frown deepens, and her eyes narrow.

Tesha crosses her arms under her chest.

Tesha says in a demure voice, "Step forward, Antidas Wintermourne."

You have emoted: Antidas bows his head slightly in humility, before stepping forward.

You carefully lower the hood on a black cloak with cobra markings.

Tesha says quietly in a demure voice, "Close your eyes and think back a moment. Shut yourself out
from the outside world. Let your thoughts become reality."

Tesha says softly in a demure voice, "Remember your sins, Wintermourne, what you have done - against Creation... against Good... against Light."

You have emoted: Antidas closes his eyes and suddenly becomes unnaturally still.

Tesha whispers in a demure voice, "Remember them, but do not allow them to hinder you. You have
grown stronger - spiritually, mentally, and physically."

Tesha says firmly in a demure voice, "You have redeemed yourself in the Light, Wintermourne."

Tesha watches you quietly for a moment.

Tesha says in a demure voice, "And now, you are on the precipice of a lifelong decision."

You have emoted: Antidas' eyes open and glint with a steely light, brighter than they were a moment
ago.

Tesha circles you slowly, keeping quiet for several moments, the only sounds those of her heels
striking the floor.

Tesha says quietly in a demure voice, "Think back once more."

Tesha says in a demure voice, "Remember your deeds, Wintermourne, what you have done - for Creation... for Good... for Light."

You have emoted: Antidas lowers his head and closes his eyes once again, focusing himself internally.

Tesha whispers soothingly in a demure voice, "Remember them, and know that these deeds wash away your past sins."

Tesha says firmly in a demure voice, "You have cast aside the life of a Mhaldorian, and have served
the Lightbringer faithfully for years."

Tesha says in a demure voice, "I have watched your progress, Wintermourne."

Tesha watches you as she falls silent for another moment.

Tesha says in a demure voice, "And now, you are on the precipice of a lifelong decision."

You have emoted: Antidas raises his head and locks his eyes forward, unflinching.

Tesha approaches the font of rebirth, looking over her shoulder at you.

Tesha asks in a demure voice, "Are you prepared?"

You have emoted: Antidas' gaze jumps to Tesha before locking forward once more.

You say in a soft voice, "I am."

Tesha says sternly in a demure voice, "Your decision will be a final dedication to the Lightbringer.
A final rejection of that which you were before. The removal of the brand that marks you as a
servant of Evil, as you prepare to become one of the Luminous Good."

You have emoted: Antidas moves towards the font of rebirth, drawing his dirk as he approaches.

The air around a serrated dirk of cold steel vibrates as you swiftly unsheathe it from a small iron
sheath.

You have emoted: Antidas holds his left arm over the font, glancing momentarily at the liquid below.

Taking the offered hand gently within both of her own, Tesha softly cups her hands around yours,
careful to avoid the blade. Slowly, she lowers your arm into the font of rebirth, holding it there
for several moments.

Tesha whispers in a demure voice, "Be purified."

Tesha slides a hand up your forearm, touching the scar for but a moment. Nodding, she straightens,
and pulls your arm from the font.

Tesha says softly in a demure voice, "Keep your arm extended for me."

You say in a soft voice, "As you say, Shamshir."

Tesha glances over her shoulder at her guardian angel, her eyes closing as she whispers a fervent
prayer.

Moments later, both the angel and Tesha begin to glow with a soft light, and the tender touch of
Tesha's hand cups over your scar once more.

Jarrus' eyes widen as he watches.

Radiant, heatless light flashes from under Tesha's hand, and in just an instant, it is finished. Lifting her hand, Tesha tilts her head as she inspects the results - the flesh has been left pristine, as pure as if it had never felt a blade.

You have emoted: Antidas flinches slightly before clenching the muscles in his arm repeatedly.

As Tesha steps back, the flesh that was once branded is revealed. The flesh has been healed to
perfection, the pearlescent flesh now reminiscent of an ivory dragon in flight.

Tesha's gaze drifts to the blade in your hands, tilting her head.

Tesha quietly asks in a demure voice, "And the blade...?"

You have emoted: Antidas jerks his gaze away from his arm and back to Tesha.

Tesha's lips curve to a tired smile.

Tesha says in a demure voice, "Lift it for all to see."

You have emoted: Antidas stares in mild shock at his weapon, before lifting a curved dirk of crimson
steel in the air before him.

You display A curved dirk of crimson steel for all in the room to see.

Jarrus says in a smooth, crisp voice, "Oh very nice..."

Garis's mouth turns up as his face breaks into a smile.

Kaiu Silvertongue-Obuun says, "Looks scary."

Silas smiles softly.

Garis 'The Jinx' Obuun says, "Well, it's meant for a bit more than cutting bread."

Garis winks conspiratorially at Kaiu.

You say in a soft voice, "How...curious."

Tesha lowers her head in silent reverence, any exhaustion from the healing not apparent in her
posture. Her hands fold over her navel as she prays.

Tesha whispers in a demure voice, "My Lady Aurora, Lightbringer, Guardian of Creation..."

Tesha reaches out and touches your forearm, smiling at you as she prays.

Jarrus closes his eyes and lowers his head.

Tesha whispers in a demure voice, "I pray You will continue watching over this man, Antidas
Wintermourne."

Tesha whispers in a demure voice, "I pray Your Light will provide him with eternal guidance and
clarity."

Tesha whispers quietly in a demure voice, "I pray You will accept him as a lifelong servant of Your
Light, as he is ready to dedicate his life to Your service."

Tesha lifts her head quietly and nods.

Tesha whispers tiredly in a demure voice, "It is done."

You have emoted: Antidas bows his head, an odd look upon his face.

Silas nods once.

Jarrus's mouth turns up as his face breaks into a smile.

You say to Tesha in a soft voice, "You have my eternal thanks for this...miracle."

Tesha lowers her head humbly.

Tesha says in a demure voice, "May all praise be to the Lightbringer. I am but a vessel."

You say in a soft voice, "Perhaps, but still."

You say in a soft voice, "Twas a mark I never thought I would be rid of. My dirk is yours, from here
out. Know that the shadows shall ever guard your back. Should you have need, simply allow them to
embrace you, and you shall find aide."Tesha smiles softly.

Tesha smiles softly.