Zeriel shifts yet once again, glancing over in Angelo's direction this time around.
(Zeriel Heifang)


Zeriel Heifang says, "He... was somehow controlling the creature."

Zeriel Heifang says, "Didn't think the leech would actually have command over those monsters. It's concerning..."
Salthiel stands up ever so quietly before tossing Eagleheart a pouch filled with ores. A silent gesture of thanks for taking care of Rikona.
(Salthiel Anauel)


Angelo Sanguinis says, "He probably made a pact--"

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Keep this, Salthiel."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "It's better given for someone that can use it."

Salthiel Anauel says, "I've no need for it..."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Blacksmiths do, to make kits."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Or weapons for the smaller ones."

Zeriel Heifang asks, "...pact?"

Angelo Sanguinis says, "... Probably. I felt something... Weird coming from him."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "From his backs."

Salthiel Anauel says, "Alright, then."
You pick up Orchilacum x6.

You pick up Mythril x9.


Zeriel Heifang asks, "Demonic pact of sorts? Those creatures can probably trample all over him-- tentacles?"

Zeriel Heifang says, "It was just... threatening how they acted on his beck and call."

Zeriel Heifang says, "We'll bring him down eventually, nonetheless."

Salthiel Anauel asks, "A leech- who are you talking about?"

Salthiel Anauel asks, "Vampire?"

Zeriel Heifang says, "Malentine Invidia."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "We'll likely need that heart. And... We should have a blacksmith and a runescribe."

Salthiel Anauel says, "..."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "My plan still stands -- Everything could fit soon."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "We just need to conduct... Prototypes."

Zeriel Heifang says, "Taro's entire idea-- well, it's taking a while."

Zeriel Heifang says, "We can simply use other shard, regardless."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "I've given up on the warden. If needed..."

Zeriel Heifang says, "Mmh."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "I'll take it up to the warden myself."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Not the same one. Perhaps a different one."

Zeriel Heifang says, "Say."

Zeriel Heifang asks, "He can shapeshift, right?"

Zeriel Heifang says, "Almost perfectly so."
Rikona had awoken, listening only to the end of Zeriel and Eagleheart's conversation. So much she was unaware of, especially in regards to the Order mage's antics and plots.

Albeit weak, she stood herself upright, walking slowly over to join the other two in their discussion.

"I might not be able to move things with my mind, but I am capable of assisting you all in your endeavor."

Rikona spoke, her gaze shifting between those in the room.

"Whatever you're planning, I will be involved. I am attuned with the lifestream, which was disrupted severely through Malentine's machinations. I believe that this crystal heart holds many answers, and I plan on using it to assist you all, as well as doing what I can to cleanse the area, as well as the damage dealt already."

Rikona held herself firmly. Even if she weren't technically a mage of the arcane, she still held a firm belief in order itself. A mage who fought for righteousness and Emperor, even if she held no ability for telekinesis.
(Rikona Heifang)


Salthiel Anauel says, "And I might not be attuned to the lifestream, or walk the path of the Arcane. But, you have my blade."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "... I will need the heart, however. I need to examine it."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Analyze our possibilities, and uses."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "We will still need your assistance-- Both of you."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "But... I have seen through what Malentine did. I have been there. I may be able to see if this fits into our plan -- Or if it works as another one."

Rikona Heifang says, "I plan on showing it to someone first, then I will have no issue passing it off to you. So long as I am included in these talks and plans, yes. If that is satisfactory. Are you certain you don't want payment? "

Angelo Sanguinis asks, "Yes, I'm absolutely certain. Who will you show it to, if I may ask?"

Rikona Heifang says, "I'd like to speak with Satsuki, about this and another matter, so I will do both in one go. She has encountered Malentine a few times as well, so her wisdom would be greatly appreciated in this matter. "

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Ah. Satsuki."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "... I fear I'd have to say you shouldn't, then."

Ban Heifang says, "I do not recommend."

Zeriel Heifang says, "Mmh..."

Zeriel Heifang says, "Not Satsuki."

Zeriel Heifang says, "It'd be better to not mention this entire situation to her either-- including the trip, and what happened."

Salthiel Anauel asks, "And why is that?"

Ban Heifang says, "Forgive me, Salthiel-"

Salthiel Anauel says, "It's fine."

Ban Heifang says, "But your mentor is an idiotic nutjob."

Salthiel Anauel says, "And I don't blame you for saying that, Ban."

Ban Heifang says, "Perhaps I am the delusional one, for seeing foolishness where Fate has decided to deem her Virtuous."

Salthiel Anauel says, "I'd also rather--- not mention this to her."

Ban Heifang says, "But I cannot see wisdom in her choices. "

Salthiel Anauel says, "She seems... she seems infatuated with Malentine."

Zeriel Heifang says, "There are... some reports, and speculations regarding her, as well--- nothing major, but it'd be better if she doesn't learn of this."

Salthiel Anauel says, "Not...in a manner you may think."

Zeriel Heifang says, "Or anything regarding the rift."

Zeriel Heifang says, "For now, at least."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "... She actually got the blessing by doing the most stupid thing ever."

Salthiel Anauel asks, "Wait, what reports?"

Angelo Sanguinis says, "It was almost like someone was controlling Fate itself to make sure she got it for some reason."

Rikona Heifang says, "She is still the Chancellor of the Illuminated, a woman who my liege placed a great deal of trust in. "

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Yes, I understand."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "That's why they both went up there to fight the vampires in duo, and everything went just according to plan."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Like some divine hand was influencing, but nevertheless--"

Angelo Sanguinis says, "I can't allow you to take that to her."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Because last time someone took a dangerous artifact, belonging to a sinner, obviously corrupting of the user to her..."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "She decided to wield it, and when asked if it'd go wrong, she replied the following words."
Angelo clears his throat.
(Angelo Sanguinis)


Zeriel Heifang says, "She has been supposedly involved into matters regarding the rift-- matters of her own. Secretive, to say the least."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "I dare anyone to take this from me."

Salthiel Anauel says, "Mm...."

Salthiel Anauel says, "Speaking of which."

Salthiel Anauel says, "She does hold---corrupted items on her being."

Salthiel Anauel says, "And it worries me."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Yes."
Ban :tired_eyes:
(Ban Heifang)


Zeriel Heifang says, "Arthur Rowan and a couple other vampires mentioned... things regarding her."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "I just said it."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Oh? That one, I didn't hear."

Zeriel Heifang says, "I'd never trust enemy over Lady Satsuki-- though it has been brought up numerous times."

Salthiel Anauel asks, "What did they say?"

Zeriel Heifang says, "She's keeping something to herself-- even if it's not a bad thing, ah--"

Angelo Sanguinis says, "She's keeping the spire shard I told you we should use, for herself."

Zeriel Heifang says, "Regarding her actions towards the rift, and Malentine himself."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "There's also that."

Salthiel Anauel asks, "And what kind of actions are those?"

Zeriel Heifang says, "Didn't mention. All of them brought it up in condascending manner."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "... This really shouldn't be discussed in such a public place."

Zeriel Heifang says, "Not much to discuss, nonetheless."

Salthiel Anauel asks, "Who said it?"

Ban Heifang asks, ". . The sullied, DARK spire shard?"

Salthiel Anauel says, "Tell me, Zeriel. I must find them. Whoever knows anything about her."

Ban Heifang asks, "Who put that in her hands?"

Zeriel Heifang says, "Well, Arthur Rowan, for starter."

Angelo Sanguinis asks, "Wait, what?"

Angelo Sanguinis asks, "They have the dark spire shard?"

Angelo Sanguinis says, "That's-- That's with Mei."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "I mean the pure one."

Ban Heifang says, "Better."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "I had one from a couple of years ago, and I gave it to Mei."

Salthiel Anauel says, "Mm..."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Mei, apparently, decided to allow Satsuki to keep it, for it should be safer."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "Of course, back then, I only questioned her unwavering pride, but I took it as a racial trait."
"To be fair, Eagleheart, I know you quite little in comparison to Satsuki."

Rikona listened to the counsel of her family, the people who she had been with her entire life. She was not blind to them, at the very least.

"Regardless, I understand that showing this to her might put us in a precarious position, so I shall opt not to. However, considering the loss of my family member, which was also the price for acquiring this artifact."

Rikona turned back to glance at Ban.

"I don't want this item to stray far from my hands, nor my family's in general. Perhaps, one day, there will be unshakable trust between us, but as it is, your circle is a little too secretive. I will protect and guard it, however, I promise this much. You will be allowed to study it, only while I am present. Your service to this colony has been appreciated, as well as your medical service, but there is no logical reason to trust you more than the womanmy liege placed so much trust in."
(Rikona Heifang)

Meiyo Simora has entered Huangzhou Clinic.


Angelo Sanguinis says, "... Rikona."

Angelo Sanguinis says, "I'm sorry, but--"

Angelo Sanguinis says, "That's a very condescending speech."