03:39:47 You nod your head emphatically.

03:39:49 Amunet raises an eyebrow questioningly.

03:40:20 You say in a low, thundering voice, "I am not knowledgeable of Lord Babel and his order."
03:40:20 Lyrian says, "The Lord of Oblivion? I don't really know much about Him, or His followers. Aren't they some sort of cult that live out in the swamp?"

03:40:25 You utter a deep, rumbling laugh.

03:40:32 You say to Lyrian in a low, thundering voice, "I suppose that's what I thought at first."

03:40:32 Amunet smiles impishly and says in a chic, liquored voice, "Not quite."

03:41:08 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "I've a rather large estate at the centre of a blighted island in the Valley of Ascension."
03:41:08 Lyrian says, "The Accords with the Chaos Court are sort of new to me. But I think that the Skylord wants people to grow - maybe ascend is a better word - even if they have to break whatever is stopping them. And that sort of seems to be what the Court does, or maybe what Glaaki did? I decided to wander the world after it happened, so I don't know the more recent things."

03:41:11 Amunet shrugs helplessly.

03:41:16 You give a pained sigh.

03:41:21 You nod your head emphatically.

03:41:52 You say in a low, thundering voice, "I'm just curious as Tia has this rather large, important ritual she's studying for, and while it's centered around Ascension, it has ties to help garner Lord Babel's eye?"

03:42:19 You say in a low, thundering voice, "I like to be a knowledgeable partner, and I was wondering what you could explain to me, if you per chance had the time."

03:43:11 You have emoted: Astarod idly glances at the tapestry, tilting his head as he gazes at the exquisite images weaved upon it.


03:43:49 You tell Tianondria, "Also."

03:43:56 You tell Tianondria, "What do you want me to figurine?"

03:44:30 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "There is not much to explain. Her task is to draw the Master's eye to the potential that is inherent within the Savants, in order to beseech His Patronage. She had an idea in mind, based off of something that I expect the House endeavoured before I returned - not an idea without merit, mind you, but I expect the idea was not fully considered, as there were a number of difficulties for which the authors of the ritual had not accounted."

03:44:48 You nod your head emphatically.

03:45:07 You say in a low, thundering voice, "There's a lot of things about it that have changed, for practical reasons, almost."

03:46:00 You say in a low, thundering voice, "Congrats on the new Spoke, as well."

03:46:04 Amunet smiles impishly and says in a chic, liquored voice, "There are a lot of things that it seems no one has even thought about."

03:46:15 You say in a low, thundering voice, "I'm more of a practical guy."

03:46:45 You say in a low, thundering voice, "I look at purpose and think efficiency."

03:46:47 You utter a deep, rumbling laugh.

03:47:04 You say in a low, thundering voice, "Nice.. Truefavor, is it?"

03:47:10 Tianondria tells you, "435548."

03:47:22 That is not a valid item.

03:47:29 That is not a valid item.

03:47:37 You tell Tianondria, "That is not a valid item."

03:47:40 You tell Tianondria, "What is it?"

03:47:52 Tianondria tells you, "A jump rope. Rope435548."

03:47:57 That is not a valid item.

03:48:00 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "Like, which power is being invoked in order to effect this taint? Which class of ritualist will be necessary in order to perform it? If there will be more than one profession participating, how will their best contribute to the ritual's success? Is the space already sanctified by a power that might surmount the combined power of the ritualists? If so, how will that be overcome? Will it be necessary to consider a different tactic?"

03:48:00 Amunet shrugs helplessly.

03:48:25 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "Constructing rituals is not so much different than a battle, when done properly."

03:49:02 You nod your head emphatically.

03:49:05 You are exhausted and open your mouth in an enormous yawn.

03:49:12 You say in a low, thundering voice, "It is very late, excuse my mumbling."

03:49:17 The corners of Amunet's mouth turn up as she grins mischievously.

03:49:34 Amunet smiles impishly and says in a chic, liquored voice, "Not a problem. I am used to your sort growing bored with my rambling on about rituals."

03:50:00 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "And, yes, as to your enquiry, I bear the highest degree of the Master's favour."

03:50:20 You say in a low, thundering voice, "It's a pity I wasn't able to find anyone to tell me of the whole affair."

03:50:34 You stretch languidly.

03:51:32 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "The public record is exceptionally accurate. A ritual was performed. A grave sacrifice was made. An ineffable power was summoned, and one of the most valuable assets of the enemies of Chaos was destroyed."

03:52:20 You nod your head emphatically.

03:52:22 You say in a low, thundering voice, "News."

03:52:24 You say in a low, thundering voice, "Who reads it?"

03:52:25 The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

03:52:38 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "This was a victory not only for the Cult, but for the Seat of Chaos, and all of those she would claim as allies."

03:52:39 The corners of Amunet's mouth turn up as she grins mischievously.

03:52:44 You tilt your head to one side, rub your chin, and thoughtfully declare "Hrm."

03:53:00 You say in a low, thundering voice, "Why wasn't Tia present, she's in the cult or aspirant-bundle, eh?"

03:53:16 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "I am not certain she was present at the time - few were."

03:53:32 Comprehension flashes across your face.

03:53:41 You say in a low, thundering voice, "So it was more of a grab everyone awake sort of thing?"

03:53:47 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "At least, she may not have been present when the High Priest gave the summons. It is possible she arrived later on."

03:53:48 Amunet nods her head emphatically.

03:53:48 You say in a low, thundering voice, "Those are always fun."

03:53:49 You utter a deep, rumbling laugh.

03:54:10 Tianondria tells you, "Did that work?"

03:54:36 You tell Tianondria, "What work?"

03:54:43 You tell Tianondria, "The number, no."

03:54:48 You tell Tianondria, "Just a minute, coming."

03:55:01 You say in a low, thundering voice, "Sorry to be so, inquisative."

03:55:12 You say in a low, thundering voice, "I just don't know the inner machinations or culture of the Order."

03:55:31 You say in a low, thundering voice, "And well, if I want to work with Nihilists more aptly, I find understanding the best way."

03:56:11 Amunet smiles impishly and says in a chic, liquored voice, "You will find that, while we are accused of the same low cunning as your former compatriots in Darkness, that we are much more straightforward in our work."

03:56:41 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "Time is of the essence, after all, and there is too little of it to waste upon such intrigue."

03:58:31 Comprehension flashes across your face.

03:58:37 You say in a low, thundering voice, "Apologies then, if I intrude too deep."

03:58:57 Tianondria tells you, "Are you coming or not?"

03:59:11 You say in a low, thundering voice, "I will let you continue about your business, thank you for your time as always."

03:59:15 You tell Tianondria, "Yeah."

03:59:16 Your enhanced senses inform you that Amunet has entered Arched entryway to the Academy, to the northeast.
03:59:16 Amunet follows you northeast.
03:59:16 Arched entryway to the Academy. (indoors)
03:59:16 A runic totem is planted solidly in the ground. A sigil in the shape of a small, rectangular monolith is on the ground.
03:59:16 You see exits leading northeast, southwest, west, northwest, up, down, and out.

03:59:17 Your enhanced senses inform you that Amunet has entered Circle of the Tree King, to the northeast.
03:59:17 Amunet follows you northeast.
03:59:17 Circle of the Tree King.
03:59:17 The sky hangs awash in prismatic colour, its sparkling radiance reflecting upon a descending, multihued arc of light. A runic totem is planted solidly in the ground. A gigantic maple tree towers above the surrounding buildings. Moving debris with ease, a burly construction worker toils here. A sigil in the shape of a small, rectangular monolith is on the ground. A stern foreman examines a construction site here. An obsidian eye sigil is here. There are 2 black riders here. A whistling tumult of whirling air surrounds a gangly, robe-clad figure. A sentry of the Vanguard maintains his vigil, a flame-blackened bardiche planted beside him. Hunched but ever vigilant, a thrall of the wheel stands here.
03:59:17 You see exits leading north, southwest, and west.

03:59:18 Your enhanced senses inform you that Amunet has entered Southern Aurelian Crescent, to the north.
03:59:18 Amunet follows you north.
03:59:18 Southern Aurelian Crescent.
03:59:18 The sky hangs awash in prismatic colour, its sparkling radiance reflecting upon a descending, multihued arc of light. A runic totem is planted solidly in the ground.
03:59:18 You see exits leading north, southeast, and south.

03:59:19 Your enhanced senses inform you that Amunet has entered Junction of Protean Way and the Aurelian Crescent, to the southeast.
03:59:19 Amunet follows you southeast.
03:59:19 Junction of Protean Way and the Aurelian Crescent.
03:59:19 The sky hangs awash in prismatic colour, its sparkling radiance reflecting upon a descending, multihued arc of light. A runic totem is planted solidly in the ground.
03:59:19 You see exits leading northeast, south, and northwest.

03:59:19 Now now, don't be so hasty!

03:59:35 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "No apology is necessary. It is not that we are trying to be insular, after all. It is simply that, when you come to accept the Inevitability, the things that matter to other, less enlightened mortals..they cease to matter."

03:59:37 You say in a low, thundering voice, "You can ask for kawhe if you want to hang out some time on not-business stuff."

03:59:43 The corners of Amunet's mouth turn up as she grins mischievously.

03:59:48 Amunet says in a chic, liquored voice, "I may well take you up on that."

03:59:51 You nod your head emphatically.

04:00:05 Your enhanced senses inform you that Amunet has entered Protean Way approaching the Palace Hill, to the south.
04:00:05 Amunet follows you south.