Basil's Leader Advice

22:55] Lilith would look at him, scratching her head at that question and looking at the ground. How should she explain this... It was a weird thing to do, even the reason was weird on it's own. But looking at the king she would sigh, opting to tell the truth.

"Well... I was able to make my own collar and I wasn't able to find anyone to put it on... So I asked him to put it on me..."

She would then blush a little, laughing to herself as well. She never would have thought a confession would happen when she was collared, and by the person who had control over it.

"I... Didn't expect him to confess with the collar on..."
(Lilith Allison)
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[22:58] Revan Task whispers: What brings you two to Alabastre?
[22:58] Valero Task whispers to Revan Task: Boredom.
[22:58] Valero Task whispers to Revan Task: Care to get your ass kicked?
[22:58] Valero Task whispers to Revan Task: I mean... Spar.
[22:59] Hades Task whispers: We need a reason to swing by, now?
[22:59] Revan gestures to his still missing leg.
(Revan Task)
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[22:59] Valero squints.
(Valero Task)
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[22:59] Valero Task whispers: Got a fuckin' kit? Hades can probably patch ya' up.
[22:59] Revan Task whispers: No.. But, while you're here, let me get you that Meteorite.
[22:59] That was something that he didn't really expect..

Be it the reasoning or the mere fact itself. But while she explains this fact, he can't help but squint once, twice at that.. if only to remark briefly.

"I'm unsure why you would wish for a collar to be placed on you in the first place, but.. I will not question that." Perhaps it was to test her own creation or something like that. At least, that's the reason he made up within his own mind.

"But it ended well, yes?"

Still, his gaze turns towards the arrived group- another pause occurs, to which he remarks.

"It appears he's here for you too."
(Basil)
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[23:00] Valero was in the midst of staring at his brother's missing leg, when he'd notice the duo behind him.

Slowly, but surely he'd turn to offer them a brief wave with one of his strange claw-like hands, before turning back to Revan.

"Seriously, you should get that looked at by a medic."
(Valero Task)
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[23:03] Everyone in the guild was falling asleep or ran off for one reason or another, so the bandaged Task would be on his way to gather more lumber.

Though as he made his way to the forest he would spy the sight of his beloved sitting beside the King. Only gleaming that he had been spotted, to which he would offer a wave before his brothers had surprised him with a visit.

"... I stopped the bleeding myself.. Though We only had one trauma kit.. And I made the executive decision to let Astrid have it.. If you know where I can get one.. I would be willing to have it applied."

He would then direct his gaze back to the two on the bench. "Good day, King Basil, Lilith.. Sorry if we are.. Interrupting.. I guess we are just leaving."
(Revan Task)
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[23:04] Yred waves to Basil. He knows the guy deserves respect.
(Yred)
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[23:06] Basil says, "No, you aren't interrupting."
[23:06] "Just... make one, Revan."

As a doctor, Hades seems VERY irritated by his brother's unsanitary story. Not too irritated to turn around and wave at Basil and Lilith, however. The King deserved every wave he could get.

"Does your guild not have mithril and orichcalcum? We don't have any to spare currently, but the longer you wait, the worse it'll get."

He contemplates striking Revan, then every member of his guild for not fixing this mistake before Hades' own arrival.

"Seriously. What the fuck?"
(Hades Task)
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[23:06] Lilith Allison says, "Not much was happening... I was just getting to know Basil"
[23:06] Valero Task says, "Y'know... I'll let ya' handle this one, Hades. I'm gonna swing back over to Oz."
[23:06] Hades Task says, "I'm coming with you."
[23:07] Valero Task says, "Kay."
[23:07] Revan Task says, "... I'll suppose I'll look for a kit then."
[23:07] Lilith Allison says, "Why don't you sit beside me Revan"
[23:07] Revan Task says, ". . ."
[23:07] Hades Task says, "Part of being the head of a guild or group is resource management, Revan."
[23:07] Revan Task says, "After I get to know Basil myself. "
[23:07] Valero Task says, "Sitting is easier than standing, Revan. Especially with one leg."
[23:07] Hades Task says, "Y'gotta plan ahead for situations like these."
[23:07] Revan Task says, "I let Lilith handle the ores."
[23:08] Lilith Allison says, "We do have mythril and orachalium now though"
[23:08] Lilith Allison says, "Though, we need Alessia to apply it to you"
[23:08] Revan Task says, "Ah, then it will be fixed soon. "
[23:08] Revan Task says, "No need to fret, Brother."
[23:08] Lilith Allison whispers: Well... They seem like nice people Revan
[23:09] Valero Task says, "Well... Enjoy dealing with that."
[23:09] Revan would hobble over, taking a seat beside the blue haired girl as he set the crutches beside him.
(Revan Task)
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[23:09] Valero Task asks, "Best of luck fixing your leg?"
[23:09] Hades rattles an angry fist.
(Hades Task)
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[23:09] Revan Task says, "Thank you, Valero. I will be sure to visit you both in Oz soon."
[23:09] Revan Task asks, "So.. What were we discussing?"
[23:10] Lilith Allison says, "How you confessed to me while I was collared~"
[23:10] Lilith Allison says, "Which you also had the remote for"
[23:10] Revan blushes, HARD.
(Revan Task)
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[23:10] Basil says, "Mhm."
[23:10] Revan Task asks, "And you think.. That is just.. proper conversation?"
[23:10] Basil says, "Odd circumstances to pick, but I don't judge."
[23:10] Lilith Allison says, "Basil seems like a relaxed person"
[23:15] One hand would reach up to his Nyeshk collar, fingers wrapping around it as his index finger began to nervously tap against his neck. He wanted to get to know the King better himself, though this certainly wasn't the circumstances he had imagined.

"Well.. Did you tell him it was after you had.. Made a gun for a man that had just robbed you.. And the guild had gotten onto you for arming someone that.. Wasn't very stable?"

He'd ask, turning his head to cock a brow at her, wondering how in-depth she had gone. Though, he knew Lilly well enough, and she was not incredibly partial to the finer details of things.

"You were.. Rather upset because.. You didn't know what you did wrong.. So I took you there to cheer you up and.. We started talking.. Because I wanted to understand your thought process behind it."

He would remind her, should she have forgotten, and shedding some more light on the situation, leaning forward to look at Basil.

"And she asked me to put it on- she.. Made it herself.. But she didn't even know how they worked.. She's just.. Very curious.. I found it.. Very endearing that she.. Put so much trust in me."
(Revan Task)
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[23:17] In all truths, it's something that only amused the Rhoynish King, but he didn't seem to mind the notion all too much- while the two of them continue conversing on the topic, he idly adds in.

"That is fine."

"A lot of things happen under curiosity regardless, and it isn't as if this is something too unusual. Odd, certainly.. but not unusual."

He wasn't looking to judge the young ones for whatever it is that they do with each other, regardless.

"So long as the two of you are enjoying it, I suppose."
(Basil)
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[23:22] Lilith would be surprised with how relaxed the king is. Most people would straight up say it was weird, dangerous, stupid even. But here was the king just relaxing and not thinking too much about it. A way of thinking that she wants to accomplish one day.

"Wow... You're a really... Relaxing king..."

She would smile after saying that, holding Revan's hand. Pointing towards him.

"Well, this my boyfriend! He's such a cute fellow but also gets super serious sometimes. Regardless, I'm happy to know him!"

She would then start to sway her head, taking in the fresh air and smiling once more.

"Maybe Revan here has a question for the super cool relaxed king!"
(Lilith Allison)
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[23:30] Golden hues would widen with the Rhoynish Lord's easy going answer. He really took that in stride. There would be a nod of the young Task's head, seemingly to not seem as defensive as he did a few moments ago. He always had a lot of expectations he held himself to, an appearance he tried to uphold, it seemed it wouldn't be that big of a deal here as they lounged on the bench.

A faint blush would come across his face as Lilly introduced him to the king officially, claiming her as her own. Steeling his resolve, he would smile warmly, taking her hand and holding it tightly as their fingers laced together.

"And this is my beloved girlfriend.. The kindest soul I ever met.. Even if it can be a bit detrimental at times." He'd look at her with a grin. "Though I'm thankful for her everyday we spend together.. She has helped me grow beyond what I thought was possible."

He'd return the compliment in kind, though it seemed the burden of conversation was now on his shoulders. Looking around, he would admire the natural scenery of Alabastre.

"You.. Truly have a beautiful kingdom, Sir.. How did.. It come to be yours.. If you don't mind me asking.. History is.. Not something my father focused on during my education."
(Revan Task)
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[23:32] Orca wordlessly joined the group to give Lilith a long, compassionate hug.
(Orca Hellaxis)
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[23:33] Lilith would hug her mother back, before going back to holding Revan's hand
(Lilith Allison)
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[23:37] There's no reason for him to really be that bothered by such a thing.

In all truths, he encountered things far worse than this regardless.. and it's just two young ones fooling around in the end- for while they speak of such, his gaze turns towards Revan when he asks the question of Alabastre appearing.

"Thank you. My wife designed it."

"And we worked hard to build it up. I was the one to spread out influence of Alabastre and obtain money necessary for our expansions. I was the one to defend this home too." It is something that not many people are really aware about, but..

"People try to stomp down on anything that rises."

"There were murder attempts - on me and my wife, when we were younger. There were groups of seven and more magi coming over, trying to kill us in our own town."

"We fought them off. All of us- and all of us contributed to this place." It brings about a different memory, however. A memory of the familiar bonds that they all shared once.

"That's.. when Tiernay was still our brother, and Owyn stuck to our side. Before we all split."

People often expect a fairy tale, a romanticized version of something. But the truth is..

"It was blood, sweat and tears."

"Every single city - Theria, Myllenoris, Osrona, they all attempted to stomp us down at some point, one way or another. Though.. it was different leadership at the time. I don't intend to hold grudges."

"But it does not mean I'll forget and drop my guard either."

With that said, he provides a summary.

"In other words, it took our all to build this place up - and safeguard it."
(Basil)
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[23:46] Orca just heard Revan's question on how Alabaster came to be, how Basil came to be its king. Not really expecting a lecture in history, she was instead met with a strange, slightly troubling story.

"Envy is ever present in this world, unfortunately."

But something had sprouted furrowed brows on the drakanite's face. A name. A name and a word that she didn't thing to be able to fit in one sentence.

"Tiernay was... your brother? May you elaborate on what caused him to do.. this?"

Basil was sure to understand what she meant by that. Although their first encounter had certainly been strange. And maybe not under the best circumstances.

Her hands had found their way to Lilith's formerly injured arm, gently holding it up for a while. A worried look was shot in its direction. Guilt washed over her, knowing that she wasn't there when it happened.

"..Lilith, is it better? Your arm."

The guilt had intensified a little. Looking at Astrid's scarred face hasn't done any better for Orca. A small, faint black mist had escaped her eyelids for but a moment before the drakanite managed to suppress the overwhelming feel of remorse.
(Orca Hellaxis)
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[23:53] Lilith would listen to the story, frowning at times, smiling at times. The reality of splitting up would be her fear. She didn't want to split up with the guild, with the people who were a part of it. She enjoyed every adventure and moment she shared with them.

"That's... A story alright. But I do hope you love what you have created!"

Looking at Orca, she would smile. Happy to see the tall drakanite woman once more. As Orca would ask about her arm, she would show it off. It would be rubbery, her skin would be dry, and it would look a pinkish red. Although, it did work and she didn't feel any pain from it anymore.

"My arm is fine! I just need to use Saranta's mushrooms and it'll be as good as new!"

She would smile once more, rummaging through her pack and handing her a bandaged up object. From which you can feel occult energy coming out of it.

"I think this would fit you quite well. I'm sureit would help you in mastering the Occult! Fenes and I hope you love it~"

She would then look to Revan, wondering if he has any other cool questions for the already cool king.
(Lilith Allison)
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[23:57] The story of Alabastre was expansive.

But many of those that could still tell it were already dead or about to die, or perhaps no longer willing to speak. It created different problems on its own, but..

"Tiernay did this because he lost his mind."

"He became a cohort to the witch and left us. I tried to redeem him - I tried to get him back on proper track."

"But no matter what I did, he just wouldn't listen to me. When he decided to aid the witches in bringing down meteorite, which threatened our health and lives directly, when it was about to kill thousands.."

"All just to amuse himself, as he said it.." Even remembering it feels wrong. Even remembering the same face of someone he used to call brother turn into this was painful in many ways.

Of someone he spent childhood with.

"I could no longer ignore it."

"We fought, and.. I took his life."
(Basil)
[00:03] Taking one more look around, Revan could tell it was certainly the delicate design of a woman that had designed it. It embraced mother nature, life surrounding them in all of it's glory, it only made sense to him as he doubted he could make anything resembling it's beauty.

The bandaged teen would find himself hanging on every word that came from the King's mouth, the hardwork it took for him and the Queen to make, their loyal followers helping them. It reminded him somewhat of the guild that Lily, Hans, Fenes, and himself sought to make.. Though their ambitions did not seem to be as grand, or perhaps equally, just pursued differently.

"I.. Remember seeing Tiernay.. At the raid on the Coven's ritual.. I.. Overheard some of it.. How you asked him to return.. I didn't know the context.. But.. That is.. Rather sad.. To be abandoned by your brother.."

Revan would comment, there was so much commotion and threats being thrown back and forth. Hearing though how his own brother fell into such corruption, all for his own enjoyment, Revan would be forced to think of his own brother, Valero.

Will I have to fight him one day..? Will I have to take his life?

It was a chilling realization, they had fought many times before, but it was simply a sibling rivalry. Though as they grew older and older, it seemed like the stakes would raise, and every fight grew more serious. Revan had begun fighting for things he cared about, things that extended beyond his family, but Valero? He had nothing but himself.

"I am.. Sorry for your loss.. Atleast.. He can't harm anyone anymore.." Revan would bow his head, a moment of silence as he thought. "You seem like.. Quite the strong leader.. In might and spirit.. What.. Do you think makes a good leader? What advice could you give to.. An aspiring one?"
(Revan Task)
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[00:12] "..Yes, Saranta's mushroom should take care of the scarring. Do use them in moderation though. And don't bite them off."
The worried look on her face wouldn't fade only when she felt a strange feeling approach. Dark mana. But no attempt of it to corrupt. It was 'locked'. The artifact, that is.

Orca accepted the Occult core. Certainly something that would be of use. But still, something troubled her.

"I'm glad you brought me this. But at the same time.. Please, refrain from touching anything that might corrupt you. I don't know how, but the dark mana inside it is somehow sealed. But I dread what could have happened if it weren't... But thank you, Lilith."

Another artefact for her collection. One that seemed far more timeless than the others. Hopefully something that would make her life harder, yet easier. The Occult was strange like that.

Her eyes had turned to Revan. His injuries seemed far more troubling. He had lost his leg in their expedition. And he would gain a very similar look like Orca has given to her daughter.

"I'm glad that you seem better as well. I'm sorry I couldn't be there for the celebration. I had to take care of.. that brat. But, really, I'm glad to see you well."

He was to be her son in law after all. The Tiernay-matter had been addressed by Basil too. A very fluid conversation indeed.

"I'm glad you don't see him as your brother anymore. You should treasure the memory of the former Tiernay and not have any positive feelings for the new one. I've been there. If only momentarily. And the life you took wasn't that of your brother. Just like the life I almost took wasn't the one of my friend."
(Orca Hellaxis)
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[00:12] Hans Hohenstein says, "We didn't have a celebration yet though..."
[00:13] Hans Hohenstein says, "Unless we missed it"
[00:13] Orca Hellaxis says, "..Oh? That's good news then."
[00:14] The commentary on Tiernay makes him fall silent.

Not because he was offended, or insulted by it, but because every single time that he had to remember the man it was.. heavy on his mind. To remember someone when they were but a little boy, when they were two children.

Laughing at his silly poems.
Dreaming of their future home together.
Fighting side by side.

And how did it end? With him taking his life. It's decades of history together - lost, just as he lost himself to the compelling control of the witch.

"What makes a good leader?"

"Strong spine, wisdom, and determined drive. A good leader is recognized by the respect of their subjects, the power behind their name and recognition that such brings."

"Contrary to the belief, every leader makes mistakes. To live is to make decisions - between love and hate, between extending your hand out or closing it as a fist.. and there are never easy answers. To live is to make mistakes."

"Even good leaders make those mistakes - but the best ones take responsibility and learn from them."

To that, however.. he seems to fall silent, thoughtful. Was it always like this? To Orca's words, however..

"Perhaps. I'll.."

"Go rest.."

There are no more words spoken to this. Even if he convinces himself that the life he took wasn't that of his brother, and that it was necessary..

It doesn't make it hurt any less, does it?
(Basil)
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[00:14] Orca Hellaxis says, "Rest well."
[00:15] Revan Task says, "Thank you the talk- rest well, your Highness."
[00:15] Orca would almost snicker when Revan spoke the words 'your Highness'.
(Orca Hellaxis)
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[00:16] Lilith would hold both Revan and Orca's hands, swaying her legs and feet
(Lilith Allison)
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[00:17] Hans burps at the distance
(Hans Hohenstein)
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[00:17] Orca gets her hand held by her daughter and burped upon.
(Orca Hellaxis)
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[00:21] Listening closely to the advice, Revan would find himself taking notes of every word. Though the biggest thing he would take away is learning from his mistakes. Revan was a stubborn one, and stood by the decisions he made- but to admit his faults? To admit when he was wrong? That was something he had struggled with.

Nodding, Revan would remember that, to learn not only from his pain, but the mistake he made as well. Though his gaze would shift to Orca as she addressed him, asking how Lily's arm was doing.

"Yes.. I tended to it already as well.. Though the dermal layer will likely start peeling soon.. I suspect that Saranta's method will be good for removing the dead skin.."

When noted that he is doing better, he would nod. "Yes.. Still without a proper replacement leg.. Fenes tried to.. Replace it for me.. As thanks.. But.. I insisted she used the resources to help Astrid first.. She fought like.. A true warrior."

He would comment, admiring her relentlessness in the face of such powerful enemies, never giving up or holding back despite her disadvantages.

"Speaking of which, my beloved.. Shall we.. Make a suitable replacement..? If we have the resources, of course."
(Revan Task)
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[00:23] Lilith Allison asks, "We do have the matierials. Do you want me to make it now?"
[00:23] Revan Task says, "It doesn't have to be right this moment.. It's a nice day."
[00:25] Lilith Allison says, "I do like sitting here and relaxing ~"