Vow of Friendship

Princess Nabithia tells you, "You have been most busy, Anointed Avaris! Would you care to speak
with me in the Temple of all that has occurred?"

You have emoted: Inclining his glossy white chin to Princess Nabithia courteously, Avaris's
harmony of countless voices is warm with fondness as he says, "You look radiant as always, my
friend."
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Sulwh struggles to claim the Lavender Staff of Living Beauty.
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Pulsing a soft, rosy glow Princess Nabithia comments, "You are still full of flattery, even as
an Incandescent."
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Teasingly, Princess Nabithia says, "Do you feel much different, being so blindingly bright as
you are now?"
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You sense a quiet, unseen presence watching you here, at once both calming and disquieting.
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You have emoted: Tilting his great head aside, as if to give the question serious
consideration, Avaris emits a pleasant humming note, before answering, "I suppose, in a way. I
feel more free to act than I was previously. As if I have had shackles removed."
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You sense a quiet, unseen presence watching you here, at once both calming and disquieting.
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Peering with a twitch of her antennae, Princess Nabithia looks to either side of you as if
assessing for something, then nods solemnly. "Ah yes. I can see they are lifted." She raises
two fingers, naming them each, "Doubt and uncertainty. I sense they have both left you rather
suddenly, constant companions as they were prior."
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(Celest): Gyorn (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "Nice work Haegan."
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You sense a quiet, unseen presence watching you here, at once both calming and disquieting.
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You have emoted: Weathering the scrutiny with the patient air of a long-suffering hound
enduring the impish attentions of a familiar cat, Avaris's antennae flick slightly towards
either finger as the words are pronounced. "To some degree, yes. I do not think that I am
entirely free of them, and nor would I truly ever wish to be, but they do not hobble me as once
they did." Lifting a hand, he curls it into a fist gently, explaining, simply, "The mirror."
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"Ah," is all that Princess Nabithia says in reply, nodding briskly. Her expression, however, is
a pleased one. "I am glad I was right to tell the Lady you were ready. You view yourself as
lacking Wisdom, friend, but I have always seen you possess it." She puts her hands behind her
back, humming. "Shall we retreat to the parlor? It has seating."
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(Market): Evette says, "Buying esteem."
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(Market): Evette says, "Buying esteem."
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You have emoted: With a wry look cast Princess Nabithia's way, Avaris's tone is a shade
exasperated as he states, "I suspected that you were behind it. You often are, meddlesome
creature." The words are spoken affectionately, however, and he extends his hand in a gallant
gesture of invitation. "Of course. Ladies first, royalty before rabble, and all that."
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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Princess Nabithia lets out a chittering laugh of acquiescence, taking the gallantly offered
hand as she says with a tone with no small measure of pride, "I would be honored to be escorted
by the Lady's Incandescent, yes." She squeezes your hand with a soft fondness, her compound
eyes glittering with mirth.
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Princess Nabithia begins to follow you.
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You have emoted: Glittering motes of brilliant light manifest in Avaris's azure eyes as he
spares Princess Nabithia one last glance before sweeping the drapes aside, holding them open so
that the smaller kephera can proceed uninhibited.
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As your fingertips brush against the shimmering, starlit drapes, you notice a hidden door
behind them, and push it open.
You step through shimmering, starlit drapes in a swish of empyreal silks, vanishing from view.
A private salon bedecked in starlit silk.
This modest chamber is elegantly adorned in a stunning array of starlit silks, which drape
across the room's columns with a sidereal radiance. A secluded place designed for intimate
conversation, fine wooden armchairs curiously cushioned with sage-green moss have been arranged
for entertaining around a pretty tea table. Here, a well-tended vase bearing a beautiful star
lotus flourishes with great care and attention, its petals a dewy white. Other finer items have
been strewn about this abode, such as bookshelves filled with foreign works, a tall vanity
mirror, and a much-abused desk covered in ink and misty stationery. Beside it stands an easel
bearing a canvas that depicts a beautiful woman in white, lost in thought, while other more
whimsical sketches of cats, mastiffs, and doves litter the floor -- the only careless aspect of
this otherwise immaculate place. Displaying a beautiful portrait of a woman in white, an
elegant easel rests against the nearby wall.
You see a single exit leading out.
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Princess Nabithia hums a happy tune.
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Rhapsodic hymns emanate from within the depths of the chamber, fervent with devotion.
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"Please, be seated," Princess Nabithia says as she sits herself down at the table, appearing
much at home in her little abode of artistry and careful chaos. "I am very much curious at how
the changes of this past year are treating you!"
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Rhapsodic hymns emanate from within the depths of the chamber, fervent with devotion.
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(Celest): Poohma (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "Hello everyone."
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You have emoted: Very clearly waiting for the Princess to seat herself before he does so,
Avaris gives a tiny nod of approval before he slips carefully onto the moss-padded chair
opposite, folding his hands neatly atop his lap. "I find that they suit me." The response is
delivered with careful dignity, though this cracks soon after, as the huge kephera leans
forward, eager and sincere as he speaks with passion. "I can finally enact ~change~, Nabithia!
I can put the Order into- Well, order. I have ~authority~ now- Not the most, no, but, enough
that I can do something, like I have always wanted to, something concrete!"
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(Celest): Gyorn (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "Hey Poohma."
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(Celest): Broddry (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "Hello there."
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Steepling her hands so that she may rest her chin upon them, Princess Nabithia watches your
excitement, each impassioned word causing the light in her eyes to twinkle with renewed
brilliance. "Such Devotion suits you, Incandescent," she says, the title sounding almost
informal in her phrasing -- as if it is a nickname she relishes being able to say aloud. "You
have been busy indeed, and it's been scarcely half a year since the Lady bestowed her favor on
you. It is impressive."
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You have emoted: Avaris's lower right hand comes up, firming into an emphatic fist - Not a
gesture of anger or restraint, but of enthusiasm, which brightens his every word with vibrating
warmth. "Of course! I see no reason to dwell on what needs to be done, when I can simply do it!
The Order has long suffered under idle hands." The ensuing clarification is delivered in such
off-handed surety that it is as if he speaks of an immutable law of reality, stating, "Present
company excluded, of course."
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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(Celest): Poohma (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "Hey Broddry, how are you?"
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Watching the emphatic fist brought before her, Princess Nabithia lets out a chittering laugh
once more, saying, "A change indeed, yes. Many wish for the Lady to direct them, rather than
seeking out a course on their own. You, I see, are not inhibited by fear or indecision." The
approval in her words vibrates in a low hum. To the final comment, she waves a hand. "And pah,
you need not worry about offending me. I know my place with the Lady." A single antennae curls
like a question mark as she asks, a tad nosily, "Have you inspired offense, I wonder? Change
has not historically been popular in the Order."
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You sense a quiet, unseen presence watching you here, at once both calming and disquieting.
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You have emoted: The bladed joints of Avaris's upraised fist loosen, the sharp fingers flicking
out in a contemptuous gesture, disdain suffusing his words. "There is no place for fear or
indecision in the Order. Our Lady's light burns all such away." The question elicits a neutral
tone from the aureate paladin's massive chest, his hand lowering to once more fold atop its
brethren. "That is something I have a talent for, regardless of what it is I do. I have,
indeed, caused great offense, and in record time. Aeldra elected to ask me what faults I
believed she possessed, in serving the Light, and the Lady."
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"Why?" Princess Nabithia asks bluntly, emitting a dubious low buzz of disapproval.
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Sulwh claims the Lavender Staff of Living Beauty from the Domotheos of Beauty.
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The Domoth of Beauty enters a dormant phase.
Sulwh takes control of the Fragrant Spring of Beauty.
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You have emoted: Avaris lifts his spiked, heavily armoured shoulders in a small shrug. "In
response to the notice I wrote to the Order, upon my appointment as Her Incandescent. I am
unsure what she thought would come of it, truthfully, but she was not pleased with my answer."
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Sulwh calls a minor blessing of the Domotheos of Beauty down upon the dracnari race.
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It is now the 21st of Estar, 602 years after the Coming of Estarra.
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Shaking her head, her antennae bobbing with the movement, Princess Nabithia sighs with deep
exasperation. "Asking for criticism in bad faith is... unwise," she says at last. "You are an
honest creature, Incandescent. I cannot imagine you minced words."
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(Market): Caleb says, "Tells."
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Tapping a finger on the table, Princess Nabithia says with faint irritation, "It is a poor way
to welcome you to the Anointed."
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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Sutekh tells you, "Hail. I wish to inform you about something that is affecting you so that you
are not alarmed."
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You have emoted: "I did not," Avaris says simply, without heat in the resonating hum of his
words. "I am not troubled by that, truthfully. Few can harm me with words or their ill-flung
emotional darts, and Aeldra is not one of them." Lifting a finger to curl a tuft of shimmering
white fluff about it, the kephera considers the matter for a time. "She believes that I am
blind, and that I believe I am unable to make mistakes, or fail, and that when I realise such,
I will require her guidance." A short, vibrating sound, a brief laugh, and, "She came to
apologise some time later, but it was a very poor one indeed. She left in a very unpleasant
mood after I responded to that."
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Syntaxes: BODYSCAN BUFFS [UNIVERSAL|<damage type>|FULL]
          BODYSCAN RESISTANCES [UNIVERSAL|<damage type>|FULL]
          BODYSCAN VITALS [HEALTH|MANA|EGO|FULL]
          BODYSCAN REGENERATION [HEALTH|MANA|EGO|FULL]
          BODYSCAN AGILITY [BALANCE|EQUILIBRIUM|FULL]
          BODYSCAN INFLUENCE [UNIVERSAL|<influence type>|FULL]
          BODYSCAN CRITICALS [DENIZENS|AETHERCRAFT|FULL]
          BODYSCAN CELERITY [FULL]
          BODYSCAN EXPERIENCE [FULL]
          BODYSCAN ROOTING [FULL]
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*****************************[ Bodyscan - Buffs ]******************************
Stat                  Effect                                     Value      Max
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Universal             Blessed by the gods                            2       10
Universal             Desolate Might                                 3       10
                        Total                                        5

Cutting               Mantle of the Blade                            1       10
                        Total (including universal)                  6

Fire                  Wonderbrazier                                  2       10
                        Total (including universal)                  7

Divinus               Wonderbrazier                                  2       10
Divinus               Artifact rune                                  5       13
                        Total (including universal)                 12

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You have recovered equilibrium.
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Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Dark Reaper Sutekh n'Lochli, Discordant Delegate,
"Then inform me of what you allude to."
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You sense a quiet, unseen presence watching you here, at once both calming and disquieting.
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Sutekh tells you, "The blessing of the Forsaken has been laid upon the kephera. You will find
yourself greatly resistant to psychic attack and shooting bolts of psychic power should you
enter combat."
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With the air of one who feigns being above the gossip she imparts, Princess Nabithia says
lightly, "Mm, I hear she went to the Lady's Fulcrux and whatever She said inspired the poor
apology, indeed." She glows a faint red, then taps her chin, adding, "If she believes such
things of you, then surely she held your opinion in no esteem at all. Why ask for your
critiques of her character, then?"
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Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Dark Reaper Sutekh n'Lochli, Discordant Delegate, "I
possess considerable defense against such inherently. As for this blessing, it is of no concern
to me - My Lady's light is all that is of consequence."
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Sutekh tells you, "Good. My only fear is that you would witness it and be ignorant of its
source and seek to undo it, which would be aggravating considering the work that went into it."
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Sutekh tells you, "But if you don't care, then I don't even need to explain to you that it's
not Soulless."
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Rhapsodic hymns emanate from within the depths of the chamber, fervent with devotion.
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You have emoted: Leftmost antenna flickering aside in a minor gesture of irritation, presumably
at something unseen, Avaris spreads his hands wide in a gesture of uncertainty. "I can only
assume to vindicate her belief that she was subject to the contents of the article. Perhaps she
intended to run to the Lady and have Her become indignant on her behalf, and chastise me. I do
not know. What do you think? You are better are social nuance than I."
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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Shrugging, her starlit stole shimmering with the dismissive gesture, Princess Nabithia says,
"Perhaps to gain sympathy for having to share power with someone who dared harbor such thoughts
of her, without considering her thoughts regarding you might cut both ways." She grins a tad
cheekily. "Ah, well. She will learn to work with you, or she will not. But you both serve the
Lady, and in the end it is Her judgment that matters most."
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Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Dark Reaper Sutekh n'Lochli, Discordant Delegate,
"Your fear and the potential of aggravating you are likewise of little meaning to me, nor do I
have any interest in enduring a lecture from the misguided."
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Sutekh tells you, "I've finished my attempts at lecturing you. Any other conversation would be
the transferrence of facts."
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Sutekh tells you, "Such as this conversation."
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You have emoted: Leveling a finger at Princess Nabithia as he dips his head in emphatic
agreement of Princess Nabithia's last point, Avaris says, "Yes, it is. I think, sadly, that the
Lady's opinion only matters to her insofar as assuaging her insecurities. I do not understand
how she can be all that she is, and yet waver in her convictions."
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You sense a quiet, unseen presence watching you here, at once both calming and disquieting.
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"Perhaps you threaten her," Princess Nabithia offers with a benign shrug, resting her chin on a
single hand as she sighs. "Either way, I hope she does not serve as an obstacle to your
progress, or the Order. It would reflect poorly on the path of Mystic Waters indeed to take
hostile stances towards the Argent Light." Then her tone warms, and she continues, "What do you
plan for the Argent, may I ask?"
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You sense a quiet, unseen presence watching you here, at once both calming and disquieting.
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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(Market): Alarin says, "Please check your curio market fulfillables!"
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You have emoted: Avaris's antennae curl in a quizzical manner at the suggestion, a dubious note
thrumming in the room briefly before he gives his wedge-shaped head a slight shake. "I do not
see why she would. We are both servants of the Lady, and are on different paths. She seems more
likely to flee from any conflict, rather than incite it, so I do not foresee her causing any
true problems for us." Brightening once more, he leans forward, the warmth in Princess
Nabithia's voice reflected in his own. "Of course you may ask! I shall be writing documents to
outline what it is that is expected of the Argent Light, what it means to be on the Path, and
what it represents." Gesturing in am impassioned manner, eyes shining as he speaks, he
continues, "The Order has too long been under the sole influence of the Mystic Waters, which is
but one aspect of our Lady. We need to educate them, and so I shall hold discussions on the two
paths, their differences, and so on. I will take them to conflict areas and contentious places
in the world, and show them that the purifying, burning light is ~necessary~, and not to be
shied away from."
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Nodding approvingly, her eyes following your movements, Princess Nabithia says, "I believe the
previous members of the Argent wished to soften its bracing brilliance, as well, finding
discomfort with the stark clarity of the light. It will be most pleasing to see it embodied in
you, Incandescent, and reflected in how you teach." She tilts her head curiously. "What places
do you have in mind?"
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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You sense a quiet, unseen presence watching you here, at once both calming and disquieting.
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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You have emoted: With an emphatic downward stab of his pointed chin, Avaris's demeanour grows
sober, his hands slowing, descending to rest upon the broad curve of his armoured thighs. "So I
believe, and that is why they failed, one and all. I have ever found comfort in the light, no
matter how brilliant it becomes." The curving, layered blades of his crest gleam as he inclines
his head in gratitude. "You are kind to have such faith in me, Nabithia." Lifting his chin once
more, his voice grows flatter, a cold condemnation ringing in the single word he gives as
answer. "Rhizoda."
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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Grimacing slightly at the mention of those prior, Princess Nabithia flicks an antennae with
faint disdain. "As you should," she agrees, then softens at the words of gratitude. To the
suggested locale, she chuckles wryly. "That should not surprise me, hm? You have spoken of it
often."
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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You have emoted: The answering sound of displeasure that emits from Avaris is so low that
several of the items in the room shiver and rattle while the dread note thrums in the air. It
is slow to fade, the paladin's antennae curving down in a frown. "It is a dark place, and where
I first saw how susceptible others were to evil, when it is dressed up in a winsome appearance,
or speaks with a pitiable voice. It will prove a fine testing grounds for the perspicacity of
the Order."
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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"Do you expect some of them to fail?" Princess Nabithia asks, her question genuine. She taps
the table in absent thought, continuing, "Surely most have seen the evils of the Lady of the
Lagoons by now. Her fae share much of her capricious nature." She raises an antennae
questioningly, awaiting an answer.
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You have emoted: Avaris's response is preceded by a faint exhalation, a man wearied by the
continuous disappointments of those around him, but pressing forward nonetheless. "Most of
them, yes. They may pay me lip service, speak the right words, in the hopes of saying what I
want to hear, but I shall know the truth of it. Many of them were taken in by the Lady of the
Lagoons and Her creatures, and I do not think they learned the lesson there."
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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It is now the 22nd of Estar, 602 years after the Coming of Estarra.
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With a sound like that of a sudden snort, Princess Nabithia leans back and crosses her arms,
positively smirking. "Let us hope you are wrong, about not learning the lesson. So much of the
Basin was soaked in Her rage!" She shakes her head, scoffing again, before turning to look at
you once more. "I noticed you have already held an Order gathering in the Temple. What did you
think of it?"
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You have emoted: Folding his arms across the burnishes breastplate of his carapace, Avaris
turns his upper right hand aside at the wrist, shrugging a single shoulder as he leans back
into his chair. "I have found that the people of the Basin are depressingly thick-headed and
slow to learn. We shall see." Bringing the tips of his clawed fingers inwards to play absently
across the dense tufts of his mane, the kephera makes a thoughtful noise, answering, "Few
answered the summons, which is telling. There is some promise, but the fixation upon love is
problematic, and will need correcting. Auriella has had an unexpected rekindling of zeal -
Which I am interested in seeing how long it persists." A dry note tinges the chorus of his
voices, as he adds, "Cheliyi does not seem to appreciate being subordinate to me."
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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Politely, Princess Nabithia folds her hands and says, "Oh? Is being subordinate to you so
awful? Are you unkind to your minions, Incandescent?" She then pokes one of your armored
shoulders with a grin, chittering with laughter. "It is a pity few answered the summons, but
you will have more time to try again. Many Anointed have given up on trying to inspire the
others, believing it a fool's task." She hums thoughtfully. "The Lady deserves Devotion. I hope
you inspire it in others, like Blessed Auriella."
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You have emoted: Despite the playful manner in which the questions is presented, Avaris
considers it with no small degree of gravitas, unbothered by his friend's impish prodding. "Hm.
For them, I think it is. They are soft, and accustomed to free rein. They find me too harsh,
too direct, and too controlling, I should imagine." With a firm nod, and in an utterly certain
tone of voice, he says, "She does. They will either have it drawn out willingly, or there shall
be trouble. I will not tolerate lackluster, weak service to the Lady. It is an honour to be in
Her service, not a right. Too many take it, and Her, for granted."
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Undeterred by the somber air that you invoke, Princess Nabithia ceases her prodding and listens
with antennae perked at attention. "Those who have led the Order prior are soft spoken, yes,"
she assents. "You will be a change. Even the Lady Herself is not prone to direct involvement,
preferring to subtly guide from the mists. Though it seems many desire a more overt hand, even
if they pretend otherwise with you." She takes on a more solemn expression herself, saying, "So
many pray to the Lady begging for Her to state an outright command, but She is not the sort to
request such things. And when She has, they burn through those tasks swiftly, eagerly seeking
another. So I sense the Empyreal has ceased in this, waiting to see what Her mortals will do."
She pauses, considering the Wisdom of her next words, before saying them anyway: "She is
waiting to see what Her former Immaculate do, without Her intimate counsel to guide them."
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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You have emoted: "Mm. It is likely they would prefer a more overt hand from someone else, yes.
The people of New Celest have ever found me to be too...Rough." Avaris shrugs, the notion
apparently having little ability to bother him any longer. "They once again fail to understand
Her nature. She would much prefer that we show initiative, and learn on our own, with some
necessary guidance from Her when it is required. She is not a general, or a tyrant, but they
seem to wish Her to be one - Albeit a soft one." The statement referring to the Immaculate
causes him to cant his head aside slowly, expressionless as ever, as he studies Princess
Nabithia curiously. "I think that She will be waiting for a very long time, then. What do you
believe they will do, without direction?"
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"This is not a Hive," Princess Nabithia says with a wry smile. "And yet they seem to wish Her
to act like a tyrannical queen, yes. You are correct, I think. She would rather we use our own
Wisdom, than constantly seek Hers. It is Her way." Upon the scrutiny her question evokes, the
kephera sits perfectly still herself, her compound eyes however glittering with a bit of
impudence. "What does a feather do with no wind to guide it?" she says instead. "They prefer to
go where the wind is blowing. Until then, well." She shrugs. "Though perhaps I am wrong."
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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You have emoted: The interwoven plates of Avaris's massive, crossed arms shift as he exhales
slowly, breath hissing between the imperceptible plates of his visored face. "They are needy
children who wish Her to be a coddling Mother, doling out commands, treats and hugs in equal
measure. It is appalling." Shaking his head in muted disbelief, he dips his chin towards
Princess Nabithia in agreement, stating, "No, I believe you are correct. They were inert even
when She was more involved, and I do not see that changing. Aeldra has made noises towards
'ending the apathy' and suchlike, but it never seems to coalesce into anything tangible. I will
be surprised if they rise to the occasion and prove themselves worthy of being Immaculate once
more."
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You sense a quiet, unseen presence watching you here, at once both calming and disquieting.
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"You are Anointed yourself now," Princess Nabithia says, raising an antennae inquisitively.
"The Lady has no Immaculate. Do you desire to become one yourself?" The question is sincere,
lacking in any judgment or assumption, merely a friend curious as to the ambitions of another.
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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You have emoted: The question does not take Avaris aback, nor does he need to dwell upon it for
a time to find his answer - Instead, it is prompt, honest, and calm. "I have no ambitions
towards such. If that is what She wishes of me, then I will do my best to serve in that
capacity. I would do the same no matter if She tasked me solely with sweeping the temple. It is
not about me, Nabithia - It is Her. It is always, and everything, about Her."
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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The answer, likewise, does not appear to surprise Princess Nabithia as she nods, pulsing with
soft approval. "Then you are rare among Hers indeed," she says with open affection, placing a
hand on your plated shoulder. "There are many who feel entitled to positions among Hers, or who
desire closeness to Her for personal gain. But you, my friend, have always seen yourslf as in
service to Her first and foremost." She pauses, her mandibles moving as she mulls over a
thought. "And I think the Lady will notice the labor born from such noble intentions. It is my
hope She rewards it."
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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You have emoted: The warmth of Princess Nabithia's undisguised fondness staves off the chill of
disapproval that the condemnation of the others evokes in Avaris . "It is sad that my view is
not the normal one, but we shall put that to right, in time." Lifting a hand to squeeze
Princess Nabithia's in gentle reassurance and gratitude both, he raises another to brush the
notion of rewards aside. "Service to Her is its own reward, my friend, but you know that as
well as I do. So long as She is content, so too shall I be." Regarding Princess Nabithia for a
moment, inscrutable as ever, he asks, carefully, "What of yourself? What do you intend?"
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Her compound eyes widening with some surprise, Princess Nabithia laughs and waves the question
away, her antennae twitching with merriment. "Ah! Worry not over me, friend," she says, her
voice a pleasant harmony of buzzes. "I am given the unique task of overseeing the Temple for
the Lady, and assisting among the Order. I am fortunate for my place among Hers. Should I never
be Immaculate again, I shall be grateful for this way of serving Her." She smiles, then
continues, "As for what I intend, it is to help the Order grow, as ever. And in that, to help
you as Her Incandescent."
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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You have emoted: With gentle, yet implacable insistence, Avaris says, "I will worry for you,
for you are my dearest friend, and Her very finest servant. I wish for you to be happy in all
things, and to be confident and secure in your place in life, whatever that may be - And if I
can facilitate that in any capacity, I dearly desire to do so."
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It is now the 23rd of Estar, 602 years after the Coming of Estarra.
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For once, the implacable Princess Nabithia appears to be genuinely taken aback, no witty retort
forthcoming as she listens in mute surprise. Finally she gathers herself enough to reply. "I
have no desire to ask you to use your new title for my sake, especially not so soon after your
earning of it," she says, a rosy flush upon her ivory carapace, "but, I am sincere when I say I
wish to make your time as Incandescent as successful as is possible. And should I think of a
way to answer that question you ask me, I will find a way to tell it to you."
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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You have emoted: A quiet, genuine laugh fills the room, as melodic and pleasant as gentle
music. Avaris Holding up a hand in a gesture of placation, palm facing Princess Nabithia, he
relents with, "So be it. We shall both endeavour to assist one another and support each other
in serving the Lady, and achieving happiness and contentment in life. Deal?"
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Princess Nabithia extends a pinky, her antennae raised eagerly, as she affirms in a gentle hum,
"It is a deal, Incandescent." She wiggles her pinky invitingly, suggesting you do the same with
your own.
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You have emoted: There is a significant pause as Avaris regards the wriggling pinky with no
small amount of hesitation, and a clear lack of understanding. Uncertainly, he extends his
little finger and mimics the wiggling motion of Princess Nabithia's, very much in the manner of
one without the faintest idea why he is doing what he is doing.
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(Market): Jaamir says, "Thank you lovelies!"
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Princess Nabithia confidently links her pinky with yours, firmly shaking it as one might shake
hands. "Some surface-dwellers do this to seal a promise," she says confidentially. "Now we are
linked and bound like any vow."
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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You have emoted: The tips of Avaris's antennae bend down by the faintest degree as he regards
the interlocked pinkies dubiously, comically disparate in size as they are. It seems that he is
weighing the veracity of Princess Nabithia's claim, judging whether it is true, or if his
friend is up to another impish trick. Eventually, he lowers his chin in a solemn nod, his tone
as solemn as if he were swearing a vow in truth. "A vow, then. What shall we call this one?"
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"A vow of friendship," Princess Nabithia says earnestly. "Do you find it acceptable?"
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You have emoted: Though there is not so much as an instant of hesitation before Avaris speaks,
the gravity with which he does so leaves no room for doubt that he is fully aware of the
commitment that he is entering into. "Yes. I so swear that so long as you serve the Lady and
the Light to the fullest of your ability, that I shall do my utmost to be as true a friend to
you as I am able, and ensure your happiness and safety however I can, in good conscience."
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Rhapsodic hymns emanate from within the depths of the chamber, fervent with devotion.
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"And I shall swear the same," Princess Nabithia buzzes in assent, the pinkies lowering in a
solemn shake before she releases hers from your own. "May we then be the truest of friends in
the Light, and able to ensure one another's safety and happiness." Her antennae seem to
positively squirm with delight at the words as they are spoken.
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You have emoted: In answer to Princess Nabithia's happiness, Avaris's seven azure eyes
positively shine with a scintillating array of brilliant points of light, like oceans filled
with stars. Returning his hand to his lap, there is unabashed joy in the kephera's humming
chorus as he says, "I am very fortunate to have met you, Nabithia, and to have you as my
friend. Thank you for being in my life, for you have made it so much better, in so very many
ways."
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Rhapsodic hymns emanate from within the depths of the chamber, fervent with devotion.
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The chanting of feminine voices echoes throughout the Temple of Lantra, distant and beautiful.
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Princess Nabithia meets the gaze of your seven blue orbs with her own compound eyes, placing
her hands in her lap in turn. "And I am fortunate as well. To think we spent so long beneath
the surface, only to become friends above ground with the surface-dwellers. The stars have
guided us well, I think."
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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You have emoted: Several of the glowing, stylised eyes upon Avaris's wings turn their gaze
upward, as if seeking the light of the stars even now. "They have. One in particular, I think."
Rising to his feet, unhurried, he looks upon Princess Nabithia fondly, his posture as relaxed
as it ever is - Though in him, this manifests still as an upright and dignified stance, if
lacking in rigidity. "It has been a pleasure, as always, speaking with you, my friend. Is there
anything else you wish to discuss before I return to my meditations?"
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"Only that I have heard of your letter's contents, and I am intrigued to see whether or not the
proposed changes come to pass," Princess Nabithia says kindly, rising from her seat. "The
pleasure is all mine, Incandescent. I hope your meditations find you well as ever."
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With a flourish of her arm, Princess Nabithia bows deeply.
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A watery spray of starlight twinkles dreamily across the alabaster pillars.
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You have emoted: "We shall see if the other Anointed are willing to read the letters I have
sent them. No doubt you will hear of what occurs." Returning the bow, Avaris offers, tone warm,
"So greedy, Anointed. The pleasure is half mine by right, I will have you know. Be kind to
yourself, my friend, and take care." With this, he inclines his head in a courteous fashion,
and departs, heavy footfalls fading into the distance.