1/3 Rebuilding Gehenna

[22:21] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "This is, naturally, about Gehenna's path forward."
[22:21] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "A lot has happened. There's been much loss."
[22:21] Slayder says, "Indeed."
[22:21] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "It's only fair for the people to gather together and decide what's to be done from here on."
[22:22] Tonantzin sits.
(Tonantzin)
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[22:22] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "So. We'll take our turns speaking our thoughts on the matter."
[22:22] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "With civility."
[22:22] Slayder says, "I'll go last after I hear everyone else's thoughts."
[22:22] Ohtli Tezcacoatl asks, "Who will step forward first?"
[22:23] Kuhn says, "Mital will."
[22:23] Tonantzin twiddles her thumbs.
(Tonantzin)
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[22:23] Mital Vindict says, "--"
[22:23] Mital Vindict says, "Fine."
[22:24] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "gyazo"
[22:24] Hatsu Wvelven asks, "yeah?"
[22:30] Mital sighs, rising from his seat to stand before the people gathered.

Clearing his throat he'd puff out his little chest, trying to stand a bit taller than usual as he spoke,

"I think it's pretty clear on where I stood during the situation with the Wraith."
"Leland was a vampire. A corpse. No matter how good of a leader he was."

"I've already talked with Nepo' about how I feel towards him, and the people who fought alongside Leland. Some were misguided, they thought they were doing the right thing. Others were going against their own birthrights. ." A slight pause, his gaze drifting over towards Nepo'.

"But what matters now is that we focus on rebuilding, and getting the Wraith back to protect us. The people who were misguided can learn, the ones who went against their birthrights can make amends with Ixchel. It can be fixed, so we shouldn't direct our hatred towards them."
(Mital Vindict)
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[22:31] Slayder asks, "Does anyone else want to go?"
[22:31] Tonantzin says, "...me."
[22:31] Hatsu Wvelven exclaims, ". . . !"
[22:32] Mital Vindict says, "Then come up here."
[22:32] Kuhn exclaims, ".... !"
[22:32] Tonantzin says, "Um- right."
[22:32] Kuhn says, "I'll go after."
[22:32] Tonantzin stands up.
(Tonantzin)
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[22:32] Tonantzin says, "ill-"
[22:38] Taking the spot of Mital and glancing over everyone in the small group, Tonantzin beams a little smile first before saying anything.

Except, she doesn't say anything immediately; even after the recent events, public speaking was not one of her strongsuits. There's a lengthy silence before she manages to voice out a small, "Um," along with clearing her throat.

"So, my- er, I know Sibri did not have the... brightest history behind him. He was a Chaos mage and while he did show some tribute to the Wraiths and spirits, he did it in a... questionable way sometimes."

More silence.

"Basically what I'm saying is that I want to- to help work towards a better Gehenna, where we can support the land and honor our ancestors without further tainting everything. I know there are other Dryads around, so with them, I want to become a proper priest to help in matters regarding that.

...and I also don't want us to be lead by an undead again; thank you."

After that, she nods, then quickly scurries over to her seat again.
(Tonantzin)
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[22:38] Slayder asks, "Anyone else?"
[22:47] Kuhn waddles up to the throne and leaps up to take a seat on one of the arms as Tonantzin finishes, nodding his head along in agreement with what she and Mital had said. It takes him a while to start speaking once she is done, however.

"So.. outside of personal goals and the incident with the wraith.. Gehenna has been suffering from identity loss lately. And that has everything to do with one person being the Chieftain of all of the tribes, I think."

His ruby red hands lay in his lap, and he looks around to those gathered with a casual grin.

"We need to build our way up to three chieftains again- one for each tribe. Cruxati, Ezmara, and Atl. That's how we bring back tradition and have checks and balances of power. One person shouldn't rule over everything with an iron grip." His fish-hand grips the edge of the arm rest between his legs.

"If we do that, then we'll always have a system to correct things if things ever go horribly wrong again."

He leaps back down from the chair and waddles over to his seat.
(Kuhn)
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[22:47] Kuhn says, "Also, we have a spa now. That's all."
[22:49] There was little in the way that Hatsu, a foreigner had to offer to the conversation, but he appeared to be following along just fine. He had learned from Tiamat that there were three distinct tribes that made up Gehenna, but the number of those tribe members had been reduced...as well as the figure-heads of each tribe being more or less obscure. "I believe Tiamat had informed me that one of the tribes were undergoing a purge, so it would be within our best interest to re-establish the trinity that made up the foundation of Gehenna. I believe that each of them made valid points, but having three separate voices would prevent a situation like this from occurring again. A balance check of powers, really."

It was a simple concept, though how it'd be implemented was up to them.
(Hatsu Wvelven)
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[22:49] Verterix would enter the temple and see a massive congregation, he would simply sneak in and wait in the back of the shadows to see what would happen and if he could interject.
(Verterix Sumoux)
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[22:50] Ohtli Tezcacoatl asks, "Who else wants to speak?"
[22:51] Slayder says, "I guess I will..."
[22:51] Tonantzin glances over to the white haired newcomer, but says nothing.
(Tonantzin)
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[22:55] Hatsu Wvelven whispers something.
[22:56] Slayder stands up for the moment, thinking about what the others said but also the current state of things in Cruxati. "I agree with pretty much everything said, however I do have some of my own opinions. I'd say right now, we don't have enough people and resources to establish three more tribes, if that was the plan. We need to obtain more followers in our cause along with resources if we're to really expand into three tribes again."

"I think we should make a bit of a council though, and plan for this restoration of the tribes. We can no longer let any undead or conjurers of the undead here, as the spirits are obviously displeased with that. Once we've built some strength, we will be able to expand back into three tribes and more, if we so wish."

With that, he'd sit down and see how it was mulled over.
(Slayder)
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[22:57] Ohtli slowly nods as each rises to speak. She remains carefully attentive and watchful. Also silent so far.
(Ohtli Tezcacoatl)
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[22:58] Verterix Sumoux says, "Am i able to speak..."
[22:58] Hatsu Wvelven says, "Wait your turn."
[22:58] Verterix Sumoux says, "That goes without saying "
[22:59] Alarick enters into the temple and sees several familiar faces; he was informed about the importance of the meeting by his twin brother. He hopes no outbursts pop up impeding him from listening to the discussion at hand.
(Alarick E. Sumoux)
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[23:01] Kitai. . ponders Slayder's thoughts for but a few seconds. She doesn't rise up to speak, however speak she does. She had few words to share.
"There should be three Chieftains," she begins, her voice raising up. "It's only beneficial, because even if we are small in our entirety it spreads out the power of decision making. And it will also assist Gehenna in regaining it's identity, as all of our leaders will carry the heritage of tribes and be able to ensure they are properly passed around."

Kitai glances once more towards Slayder, scowling. "I am orphan with no identity, but even I know these tribes aren't just fresh ideas, but three things this congregation were birthed from. You should know this. ."
(Kitai)
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[23:01] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Another may step forward and speak."
[23:01] Slayder says, "I agree with Kitai, that's all I have to say for now."
[23:02] Ohtli glances over to the two white-haired new comers.
(Ohtli Tezcacoatl)
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[23:07] Nepotietl stayed silent their eyes coverd by their mask.. their facial features showing no expression what so ever however he leaned forward within his tiny chair.
(Nepotietl Kumo)
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[23:09] Verterix would listen to every ones points and decided weather he should speak or not, he would then notice his twin brother walk in and decided to stand up.

"I also agree with the re-establishing of the three tribes regardless of the numbers, the very reason we became a strong force in the first place was because we stayed true with our origins, it may seem backwards but unification made us weak."

Verterix Cyan eyes would pan the room

"You all should know that one man should not have sole power over things, that is where mistakes are made, but two have 3 separate tribes as a coalition, a cohesion, it confuses our enemies about our power base and throws them off about our true military might, in terms of warfare this is also an undeniable fact, we are stronger separated as three tribes unified as one nation"

Verterix would sit back in the seat he slyly took while no one was looking
(Verterix Sumoux)
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[23:12] Kuhn says, "<Cool guy.>"
[23:16] Alarick took into consideration the current discussion and tried to think about the best way for the tribe to move forward; despite being of young age,he still knew a lot of things due to his upbringing.

the most prominent feature of his tribe was the cerulean-blue eyes which seemed to glow; quickly scanning the room and taking into account of some of the individuals in the room before exhaling.

"Initially, I thought it would be hard to squeeze some comments but the some of you have talked to me or at least, seen me here. Myself and my brother originally come from a tribe which was not part of any kingdom, but was razed to the ground. We inherited Gehenna's culture a long time and have pretty much grown up here.

A hierarchy has to be established and instead of establishing it on combat prowess, we need to focus on rebuilding and developing the whole entire Kingdom. There needs to be a system that works and I think having three chieftains would work and we need to work in tandem. As a team. "
(Alarick E. Sumoux)
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[23:16] Ohtli nods slowly. She cans the faces again, then looks to Nepotietl. One of the few who has not spoken yet.
(Ohtli Tezcacoatl)
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[23:17] Ohtli Tezcacoatl asks, "Has everyone here spoken that wishes to?"
[23:18] Hatsu Wvelven says, "I'd presume so."
[23:18] Nepotietl Kumo says, "..."
[23:18] Hatsu Wvelven says, "Unless, NEPO' has something to say."
[23:18] Hatsu Wvelven says, "..."
[23:18] Ohtli Tezcacoatl asks, "Nepo?"
[23:18] Hatsu only now realizes how goofy Nepotietl looked in a tiny chair.
(Hatsu Wvelven)
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[23:18] Nepotietl Kumo says, "Seperateing the tribes brings war.. and infighting... That is what I was once told when I suggested this before.. but as of recent events.."
[23:18] Nepotietl Kumo says, "There is no avoiding such things.."
[23:18] Kuhn asks, "So we're all in agreement on that?"
[23:18] Mital Vindict says, "Seems so."
[23:18] Slayder says, "I agree with three Chieftains, but we shouldn't split out just yet."
[23:19] Verterix Sumoux says, "Three cheiftens Three tribes"
[23:19] Ohtli Tezcacoatl asks, "Alright. Anyone else that has not yet spoken that wants to come forward?"
[23:19] Kuhn says, "All you, Ohtli."
[23:19] Kuhn says, "All. you."
[23:19] Tonantzin says, "...I said what I had to say."
[23:20] Verterix Sumoux says, "Give each tribe dominion over each thing, Resource, Military, Diplomacy"
[23:20] Mital Vindict says, "Same here."
[23:31] The Drakan takes one last glance around the room to see if any others will step forward. When no others do, she finally takes the floor. She takes a deep inhale and scans the familiar stone walls.

"Right. Now I'll give my thoughts. Each of you can take them how you like and reply with your own thoughts- in an -orderly- fashion," she says, quick to clarify. Just because they were barbarians doesn't mean they had to be...you know. Barbarians.

"The last two Chieftains were a blight to Gehenna. Their leadership was highly flawed. Because of them I hadn't found a reason to come back to my homeland. Sibri was a chaotic monster that did nothing but feed his own desires. Leland felt to vampirism, undeath, one of the many things that's forbidden to us.

"Gehenna has not been right with the Spirits for a long, long time. A wraith, a twisted image of one of their kin, has sat in our square. If that isn't indicative of our people's fall? I don't know what is."

As she speaks she turns, taking care to make eye contact with each and involve them directly.

"A lot has been lost, but we can bring life and renewal from that loss. It's the way of nature and the way of the Spirits. The people here will need leadership, it's so. And the three tribes have long been our standard. However, we don't have the numbers to sustain three different cities as we did before.

"There's few of us now in the wake of what happened. It shouldn't fall to one Chieftain to lead, but having the tribes separate will only lead to all of our people dying. There are too many scavengers that are ready to pick apart the week and un-united.

"I have not lived in Gehenna for a long time because so many of its people have fallen out of favor with the old ways. This is the chance to change that if each of you is willing. But you have to be -willing-. For some of you it will be a big change. I know there are many of you who were not taught the proper ways. The last two Chieftains weren't big on it, as I understand."

"This is what I propose. Pick your leaders among yourselves. Pick who you think suited and we will divide the tasks. Focus on rebuilding, regathering our strength, and giving honor to life like our people haven't in a long time. To those who want to learn? I will teach all I know. Such is my duty to the Serpent."

A bit long winded, to be sure, but she is the eldest here. She has seen the most, seen their people at their lowest. Now Ohtli only prays it can change.

"Now. If any of you have thoughts on what I have had to say, step forward. One at a time."
(Ohtli Tezcacoatl)
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[23:42] To hear the last two chieftans described as a blight to their lands was an idea that struck Tonantzin rather significantly. It was true to some extent, she thought, even if she wasn't familiar with Leland. She only knew the reasons for a Dryad's existence; how could any Dryad become a blight to the land they were bound to service?

It didn't sit well within her; a pensive look was donned onto her face, however, she would listen to the rest of what Ohtli had to say, only chiming in occasionally to offer her quiet words of input. "The wraith stayed in the square to protect and fight against any important threats to us, like undead... it only left because we didn't do that anymore, but- but we'll fix it, we'll fix everything and make it right." Her eyes drift among the crowd, though she fails to spot a particular Ookami within it.

"I don't know who would lead us- I don't think we should split off immediately, either, but... we're all kids. I don't even know how someone should act as a good leader or anything like that."

She sets her gaze onto Ohtli.

"I would want to learn how to rebuild and giving honor to life. I know some, but you've lived longer than me, Ohtli."
(Tonantzin)
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[23:49] "I want the Wraith back. ."

Chiming in after Tona', the young Nagual would come to a stand. Ohtli's words were heard, and respected. Splitting off would be bad, but; if they actually did it well this time? They might be able to make it work. Plus, having three leaders was a lot easier than having one.

Also, the lands were already there.

But, one thing didn't sit right with him. At all.

"Despite what people think of it, it is still a Spirit connected to Ixchel. It was here to protect us, just like Tona' said. . .It's something I--, We want to bring back. So that he can take it's place back in our square, and protect. Just as it's always done."

Rolling his jaw a bit, his golden eyes would scan the crow. But right after, they'd settle on Ohtli, his hand reaching up to rub the back of his neck.

". .I was taught a bit by my parents. But I still wanna learn more. I wanna make sure that people know the old ways again, so that we don't slip up and have everything we're trying to do now be for nothing.

Most of us are too young to lead now, that's why we want you to do it. Until we've learned, and until we've grown enough."
(Mital Vindict)
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[23:50] Alarick had to agree with Tonantzin; he didn't understand how to lead everyone or the true meaning of a good leader. At most he could only point at a direction but, not walk all the way down the path. He needed assistance hence why he believed that the most important thing for them to move forward is unity.

"I believe the first step for us to become united is for us to learn how to become united; I don't believe I am ready to lead anything but, I'm willing to learn and hopefully one day I'll grow into someone that everyone can depend on. " his tone resonated determination and his ambition.

Mital made a suggestion which he fully agreed; he looked at the elder and nodded his head with a wide grin plastered on his visage, in hopes to show his full support.
(Alarick E. Sumoux)
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[23:51] Alarick E. Sumoux whispers: (Whats your discord? We can RP later)
[23:52] Tonantzin coughs.
(Tonantzin)
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[23:52] Mital Vindict says, "--"
[23:53] Mital side-eyes Tona'.
(Mital Vindict)
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[23:53] Verterix would simply shrug his shoulders and sit back In his chair, he had given his own views on what should be done his eyes scanned the room plastering everyone's faces to the back of his memory.

"Whatever happens, will happen"

Verterix eyes would rest back on the elder
(Verterix Sumoux)
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[23:54] Ohtli Tezcacoatl whispers: (Fisp Borb Chorp#5304
[23:57] Kuhn waits and listens as each of the individuals speaking take their turns, his focus primarily on Ohtli.

Tona and Mital had things that they wanted. Hell, everyone did. But Ohtli's words made the most sense to him. Once Alarick is done speaking, the shark lazily points a finger in his direction and chimes in.

"Ixchel and the Wraith. Right. I think something that a lot of us are forgetting is that.. Gehenna isn't just one or two religions, right? It isn't just the Dryads and the Naguals, or the Drakanites. We have a pretty diverse group of people around, and when y'guys focus on what you want all the time because of your specific beliefs and religions, y'leave a lot of people out to dry.

People like me, and the immigrants we have from other places. They don't follow your religion and all of their beliefs ain't gonna line up properly with yours. So instead of just seeing things from your perspective.."

He remains seated, pulling his legs up and onto the chair.

"Think about how what you plan to do will effect the rest of us. Maybe some people just don't feel safe with a wraith in the center of Cruxati, and think that it should be relocated somewhere else. Stop and be considerate sometimes, Mital. Tona'."
(Kuhn)
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00:03] Kitai listens and absorbs the thoughts of those around her. She had no opinions to contest -- but only to agree with. Kuhn had spoken logically, presenting a thought she could very easily reason with.

Kitai stood up for a moment to speak.
"I agree with Kuhn. But not just because of the people and the mixed outlook upon the Wraith, but also because I do not believe it is the correct way to treat one who would be our guardian."

Kitai gazes about her, over the room. "We should have a temple to house the Wraith for when it returns. Mayhaps, this building here, or we should raise a temple. It should be a place that is more tactful to the Wraith and the people in Cruxati."

After speaking, Kitai promptly returns to her seat.
(Kitai)
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[00:04] Nepotietl Kumo says, ".....Malentine.. Needs to die.... It will return if he does... He has plauged this place to obvlion ..."
[00:05] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Do you all know what wraiths are? I don't know if Ixchel has anything to directly do with it anymore..."
[00:05] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "But a wraith is probably not something we should have hanging about the square. If you want to cleanse it? That is another matter. To restore Tlazhotla."
[00:05] Kitai says, "I do not have great understanding."
[00:05] Slayder says, "Regardless if the beast comes back, we need to have a strong order."
[00:06] Hatsu would look toward Ohtli with a hint of curiosity, as he had presumed that such creatures were related to Gehenna lore. "What's the significance of a wraith, then? I doubt many of us here have any experience with them, but it sounds as if they are something to certainly be wary of."

Obvious. He could recall the destructive power of such wraith, and it left him feeling a sense of minor dread. If it somehow was corrupted, or went on a rampage outside of their control...

Well, that wouldn't bode well.
(Hatsu Wvelven)
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[00:10] "Thanks to wars long ago, the Spirits require stable sources of mana to sustain themselves," she begins, once more addressing the gathering.

"When they cannot, their forms become twisted. They become wraiths, and they often prey upon the unsuspecting. A wraith is a slave to its own hunger oftentimes. I can only assume that what kept Tlazhotla in check was the spireshard in its forehead.

"There is a chance that maybe, using that shard, we can purify the Spirit instead. Or, alternatively, one can be encouraged to take up residence in the square. One that -isn't- a wraith."
(Ohtli Tezcacoatl)
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[00:14] The Dryad speaks up again.

"That's what I learned, basically- what Ohtli said. That's why we sacrifice people to wraiths, so they can maintain their forms and not harm anyone. It's only when it isn't given a stable source of- of energy, it hurts people. It sounds bad, but that's the... way it is, really, so everyone can stay safe.

It can't be allowed to roam around because it'll just hurt people, so we need to bring it back here so we can help it."
(Tonantzin)
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[00:16] ". .It's been apart of our culture for so long. Our people have sacrificed to the Wraiths, to the spirits."

Shifting around in place a bit, a sigh would escape past him,

"It's like Tona' said, if we make sure we sacrifice to it like we're supposed to, it won't hurt anyone. Even if we keep it inside the temple, on top of it -- Anything."

". .I just want it back."
(Mital Vindict)
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[00:17] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "...I still don't think you understand. If you want it back? It needs to be purified. It is not...it is not good."
[00:17] Tonantzin says, "...I don't think it can be purified."
[00:17] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "We sacrifice people to spirits to maintain their forms. A wraith is already...It's being kept in check by the shard."
[00:17] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "I didn't think they could be -controlled- either."
[00:17] Slayder asks, "One question, why are we depending on the spirits?"
[00:17] Slayder asks, "Shouldn't they be at rest?"
[00:18] Tonantzin slowly gazes towards Slayder.
(Tonantzin)
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[00:19] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "It may be possible. I don't know. I've seen many things I didn't think were likely done in my lifetime."
[00:19] Mital Vindict says, "Slayder. ."
[00:19] Mital Vindict asks, "Really?"
[00:19] Even Hatsu found himself staring at Slayder with a baffled expression.

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(Hatsu Wvelven)
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[00:20] Mital Vindict says, "The spirits are everywhere, in the water. The air. ."
[00:20] Slayder asks, "Aren't we supposed to be protecting them?"
[00:21] Slayder says, "My point is, we shouldn't need a spirit in the middle of our square, if we strengthen ourselves."
[00:22] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "ALl the same, a blessing from the Spirits? It would be proof Gehenna's back on the right path."
[00:22] Tonantzin says, "More is better."
[00:22] Mital Vindict says, "Yep. ."
[00:22] Mital Vindict says, "Also, Ohtli."
[00:22] Mital Vindict says, "Huangzhou has been coming here."
[00:22] Mital Vindict says, "Asking if we need help, and all that. We've been telling them to leave."
[00:22] Mital Vindict says, "But -- They don't seem to be attacking us, and I don't think we should be attacking them either."
[00:22] Slayder says, "We shouldn't regard them as enemies, but we shouldn't get too chummy with them either."
[00:23] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Agreed. I think...the best way would be to make peace with them, but allies is a stretch."
[00:23] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Perhaps we can have a diplomatic meeting with some of them. I know they recently led a raid here."
[00:23] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "It might clear the air, if nothing else."
[00:23] Slayder asks, "Who should we send?"
[00:23] Mital Vindict says, "An alliance should only be made when we're. . Well, back to our old self."
[00:24] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Agreed."
[00:24] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "We can think about who to send when the time comes. I can maybe arrange the meeting. I know a few of the folk there."
[00:24] Slayder says, "I'll volunteer if needed."
[00:24] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Neutral ground may be best for all involved."
[00:26] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "For now? I think it's best to...set you to task."
[00:26] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Rebuilding will be demanding."
[00:26] Mital Vindict says, "I think it would be best if you went as well."
[00:26] Mital Vindict says, "--"
[00:27] Slayder says, "I'm on... Okay terms with the people there, so it could work out."
[00:27] Ohtli Tezcacoatl asks, "We need to make stockpiles. Who among you can craft?"
[00:27] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Those who can't craft? You can gather or tend fields. "
[00:28] Kitai says, "I am learning to blacksmith."
[00:28] Kitai says, "I simply need ores."
[00:28] Slayder says, "Alright, I'll grow herbs."
[00:28] Mital Vindict says, "I can help tend to farms."
[00:28] Hatsu Wvelven asks, "Slayder, aren't you a slave?"
[00:28] Slayder says, "That's history."
[00:28] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "..."
[00:28] Hatsu Wvelven asks, "Is it?"
[00:28] Slayder says, "I agreed to stay."
[00:28] Mital Vindict asks, "Okay, but did you kneel?"
[00:28] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Look. We need able hands. "
[00:28] Slayder says, "To the Chieftainess, I did."
[00:28] Hatsu Wvelven says, "-"
[00:29] Mital Vindict says, "So you're a slave. ."
[00:29] Slayder says, "As I said, history."
[00:29] Slayder asks, "Can we get back on the subject?"
[00:29] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "If he can tend fields? I don't care."
[00:31] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "If you can manage to grow the herbs? I can make potions to give you strength and give our people wealth."
[00:32] Kitai says, "There's huge amounts of land that are untended now."
[00:32] Nepotietl Kumo says, "Emh.."
[00:32] Slayder says, "I'll tend to the land near my home."
[00:32] Ohtli Tezcacoatl asks, "Something the matter, Nepo?"
[00:32] {Item} You picked up Report. Dropped by Mital Vindict. .
[00:33] {Item} You picked up Request. Dropped by Mital Vindict. .
[00:33] Nepotietl Kumo says, "Getting fresh air.."
[00:34] Nepotietl Kumo says, "Will return soon.."
[00:34] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "...As you like."
[00:34] Slayder says, "I think I'll head home now though, got farmland to make apparently."
[00:34] Ohtli Tezcacoatl asks, "So. There are mines to the east. Who knows them well?"
[00:35] Mital Vindict says, "Most of us, I'd say."
[00:35] Kitai asks, "You speak of the ones which were in and by Deseti?"
[00:35] Kitai says, "I frequent those for ores."
[00:35] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "We will need all the ores from them we can. We need our craftsmen trained."
[00:35] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "I will bring what I can from my own stores."
[00:35] Tonantzin says, "Maybe I can... start a farm."
[00:35] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Those who don't gather ores, or in the downtime when they can't find any? I want farming."
[00:35] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Yes."
[00:35] Tonantzin says, "...for uh, regents and food."
[00:35] Kitai says, "I need steel."
[00:35] Kitai says, "Much steel now."
[00:36] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "We need to regrow our wealth and economy."
[00:36] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "I'll do my best to provide to each of you."
[00:36] Mital Vindict asks, "Wanna do a farm together Tona'?"
[00:36] Kuhn says, "I have some, Kitai."
[00:36] Tonantzin says, "Uh, if you really want to."
[00:36] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "This is a group effort now. I'm sure that goes without saying."
[00:37] Kitai exclaims, "All steel would be appreciated, Kuhn!"
[00:37] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "We can discuss...specifics of leadership later. See how performance goes. And get things cleared with Huangzhou."
[00:37] Mital Vindict says, "That would be nice."
[00:37] Ohtli Tezcacoatl asks, "Each of you have homes that are standing here, correct?"
[00:37] Tonantzin nods.
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[00:37] Tonantzin says, "Uh-"
[00:37] Mital Vindict says, "I don't want us to look weak to them."
[00:37] Tonantzin says, "..."
[00:37] Mital Vindict says, "..."
[00:38] Tonantzin says, "...yeee..nnnnn...mmm- sort of."
[00:38] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "We will not."
[00:38] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "I'm also sure this goes without saying, but the people who are allied with the vampire? Are -not- welcome here."
[00:38] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "No matter if they were Gehennan before or not."
[00:39] Mital Vindict says, "Got it."
[00:39] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "I'll be here, offering guidance and lessons to those that would ask. Whether it be magic, the spirits, history, or traditions."
[00:40] Kuhn asks, "Ohtli, can I.. borrow you for a moment?"
[00:40] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Hm? Yes. I am listening, Kuhn."
[00:41] Kuhn says, "Uh.."
[00:41] Tonantzin secures her boon of war
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[00:42] Tonantzin says, "weave: snatched"
[00:43] Kuhn tenses up after a moment, glancing away. Whatever he wanted to ask her about, he didn't have the courage for in that moment.

He settles for the next best thing instead.

"A few more agility potions, maybe?"
(Kuhn)
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[00:44] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Of course. "
[00:45] {Item} You drop Request.
[00:45] {Item} You drop Report.
[00:45] {Item} You picked up Poppylus x10. Dropped by Kuhn.
[00:45] {Item} You picked up Rabbit's Foot x10. Dropped by Kuhn.
[00:45] {Item} You picked up Wind Crystal x10. Dropped by Kuhn.
[00:46] Nepotietl Kumo says, "Ehm.."
[00:46] {Item} You picked up Request. Dropped by Ohtli Tezcacoatl. .
[00:46] {Item} You picked up Report. Dropped by Ohtli Tezcacoatl. .
[00:46] Nepotietl Kumo says, "Come here little ones.."
[00:46] Kitai asks, "Can I get steel?"
[00:46] {Item} You picked up Agility X. Dropped by Ohtli Tezcacoatl. .
[00:46] {Item} You drop Agility X.
[00:48] Mital Vindict asks, "Do you think Leland has some stuff in there?"
[00:48] Ohtli Tezcacoatl asks, "In where?"
[00:49] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Alright. I'll be back. I'm going to get some materials in order to stock us."
[00:50] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "Start making farmlands."
[00:50] Kuhn stops Ohtli to catch her in an embrace.

"Thanks for not abandoning us like everyone else."
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[00:51] Ohtli stops short of her departure. She can't help but hug the fishman back. Self-image be damned.

"I would never think to abandon any of you. It is my duty. Just as I said."
(Ohtli Tezcacoatl)
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[00:52] Tonantzin keeps her gaze trained on Kuhn, or tries to. Seeing through wings was hard.
(Tonantzin)
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[00:52] Mital gives Ohtli a hug from the side.

"Thanks, for everything."
(Mital Vindict)
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[00:52] Tonantzin doesn't.
(Tonantzin)
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[00:52] Ohtli gets a hug from everyone that -matters-.
(Ohtli Tezcacoatl)
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[00:53] The shark nods a few times and steps away, giving her a path to walk.

"Need an escort back to Crafthold?"
(Kuhn)
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[00:53] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "I should be fine. But if you all want to walk with me? I won't turn down the company."
[00:53] Tonantzin says, "Nothing is really happening here, so- I'll come."
[00:53] Ohtli Tezcacoatl says, "I'll grab the tools we need to get started."