Ikkaku - Sharding the Vault (7/24)

[12:31] Raya L'Paix says, "Hello, Ikkaku."
[12:33] Ikkaku Ukitake says, "Greetings Raya."
[12:34] Raya L'Paix asks, "Back from your spiritual journey?"
[12:34] Ikkaku Ukitake says, "How have you been while I was away? And yes I am."
[12:34] Raya L'Paix says, "I have... been better."
[12:34] Raya L'Paix says, "Many mistakes were made, many irreversible."
[12:34] {Item} You drop Stone x30.
[12:34] {Item} You picked up Reply From Meilin.Dropped by Raya L'Paix. .
[12:35] {Item} You drop Reply From Meilin.
[12:35] Ikkaku Ukitake asks, "Hm.. What exactly occured?"
[12:36] {Item} You picked up Stone x30.Dropped by Ikkaku Ukitake. .
[12:36] Raya L'Paix says, "Her Occultic corruption was spreading, and instead of immediately treating it, I allowed Valiant to spar her in order to see the extent."
[12:36] Raya L'Paix says, "I fell asleep during it, and-- well, ultimately, I should have treated her instead of trying to experiment."
[12:37] Raya L'Paix says, "Mythran and Kitai also... perished."
[12:38] Raya L'Paix says, "My bad example of going into enemy territories made them think they could do so as well."
[12:38] Ikkaku Ukitake says, "<There is a swallowing, now noticing the holy power radiating> It.. likely would have been better to take care of the occultic power before it took contr- ... Both of them?.."
[12:40] Raya L'Paix says, "Both of them. Mythran first, then Kitai."
[12:40] Raya L'Paix says, "I have been taking care of Leo in the meantime."
[12:41] Ikkaku Ukitake says, ".. <A small sigh of sadness leaves them> Who killed them?.."
[12:43] Raya L'Paix says, "Crafthold is Mythran..."
[12:43] Raya L'Paix says, "I am unsure about Kitai."
[12:45] Ikkaku Ukitake says, ".. <They put a hand on the forehead of their mask> .. I see."
[12:46] Raya looks away, eyes watery. "It's been difficult... There are very few of us left."
(Raya L'Paix)
[12:49] Raya L'Paix says, "But, some good news... I managed to get a hold of Solace Huitzilopochtli, the Runesmith, for the Vault..."
[12:49] Raya L'Paix says, "-I need a key...-"
[12:49] Lu Zain says, "Well..this is akward."
[12:49] Lu Zain says, "I'll just uh..see my way out."
[12:50] Ikkaku Ukitake says, ".. I imagine it holds difficulty.. <A sigh leaves Ikkaku> And it's good that at least the vault is scribed.. In that case it can be finished and the shard put in.."
[12:57] Raya L'Paix whispers: Do you have enough stone to make a key?
[12:58] {Item} You drop Stone x30.
[12:59] Raya L'Paix asks, "Could you please leave?"
[12:59] Lu Zain says, "Hm...Sure I suppose."
[13:00] With an affirmative nod, the woman would have her Holy aura fade away. Raya would disappear into the clinic area of the church before returning with the Vault covered in white cloth. Holding it in her arms, she would allow the Regent to uncloak it.

It would look similar to how it was before-- but now coated in runes, colored a dark blue. Blood magic.

"Solace Huitzilopochti is more gray than pure Order, however, she understands the importance of these items being contained." Her words are soft, full of confidence. "She has also offered to... keep it, due to Gaiar's encircling of the island.

However, I had a feeling you still needed the box, and that this decision could not be made by me alone."
(Raya L'Paix)
[13:06] A gloved hand would accept the Vault, sky blue eyes looking over the green metal, fingers moving over the engraving of the skull on the top of it before a gloved hand moved to their pocket. From inside, a small bag containing a stone would be produced. The Crystal of overbearing power could be felt as the Regent closed their eyes for a moment.

"It is important to keep these items contained. And.. Perhaps I should see about having her hold onto the vault for now. If she is not an order mage, she will likely be unable to open it herself, and in Gaiar such things are relatively unlikely to appear..

I'll consider it. After it's constructed I'll have to see what is needed to open it, then.. If it's safe enough then perhaps Vindicta can hold onto the vault. But yes, for now it is good that it is brought back. It's not fully made yet, nor does it hold what it is meant to."

An inhale.

"Shall we start on the last step?"
(Ikkaku Ukitake)
[13:08] She gulped. The Spire Shards-- what everyone had come here to obtain, yet trapped them here as the natives held them as their slaves to overthrow the Gods. Its power intimidated the Pastor, and the amount of people who sought to obtain it even moreso.

"Of course, Regent." Raya nods, hands clasping in front of her. "I am unsure how you wish to do it, but perhaps it would be better to rest it upon the pew."
(Raya L'Paix)
[13:14] "That is a good idea."

The vault would be moved over towards the pew of the church, then settled upon it. The Regent would take a breath as a hand moved to the bag, removing the shard from within. The sky blue eyes stared into it.

".. We came here to send the shards back to the homeland. We were able to do such for at least three between myself, Nerzan, and Chizue. Unfortunately we never gained a response.. I would have liked to send this one there as well to prepare for the war to come but..

This is important now. Maybe in the future Sheng will have need for the Vault as well."

A gloved hand moved the crystal forwards towards the box before finding a point where many of the tyrium veins ran up and down it. Slowly it would be pushed into the spot, ingraining the power from within the shard into the box itself. Closing sky blue eyes, they focused upon using the shard's power to enhance the lock, to make it so Order and Virtue would work on it and spot it's power for chaos mages.

In fact, a hope was made that it would harm chaos that attempted to open it. But only time would tell if such hope would work.
(Ikkaku Ukitake)
[13:18] In preparation for the metal chest to be placed upon the pew, the woman would move the basin from its spot. A brief look into her reflection-- tired eyes staring back up at her-- would cause her mood to shift from a gentle smile to a thin line.

"I believe the Vault is more important to be powered by a Shard than to be returned to the mainland. The Emperor would be pleased with how you used the Divine power to keep others from abusing it."

Raya would watch the final piece be put into place, blue runic leylines alit with power. There's still that uneasiness in her mind, the power of the Spires causing her much doubt, but--
At least the world would be safe from Tragedy.
(Raya L'Paix)
[13:24] There was silence from Ikkaku for a few moments before giving a small nod to Raya's words. A blue glow surrounded Ikkaku as their power continued to transfer the shard and it's contents into the veins of the box.

"Using the power of this shard to seal things away and prevent it from being abused is not wrong but.. I feel as if it still will be nagging me. Because of the evils of this world, Sheng will be denied another bit of assistance to stop the divine war of the future.. But, it is far safer to do that then allow it to spread."

A small swallowing from within their throat before they seemed to be drawing to a finish, their gaze looking up to Raya.

"I hope that they do see it that way.. That the Emperor will be pleased with my actions until now and going forwards."
(Ikkaku Ukitake)
[13:26] "To seal away the evils of Agartha so that they cannot be used in the Divine War is perhaps the best we can do, Ikkaku." Raya's own voice crackled, hands returning to their clasped, almost praying position.

"But I have another question for you-- one unrelated. If-- If Zheng falls, where will you go?"
(Raya L'Paix)
[13:30] The blue light fades as the shard's power is finished being put into the Vault. The sky blue eyes open and Ikkaku would take a step back, merely staring towards the box as fists would slightly curl. A nod.

"Tragedy will haunt Agartha and the world no longer. It is the best we can do for now. As for your question..

Everywhere. There is evil on Agartha and there is no way to return to the homeland, not that my desire is to go there. I will roam, I will find evil and I will stop it. I will form rebellions against Gaiar's evil from within.

That is what I will do if Zheng falls."
(Ikkaku Ukitake)
[13:30] Raya L'Paix says, "You will-- blend into Gaiar? But-- you're so well known, they'll surely..."
[13:31] Ikkaku Ukitake says, "<They shake their head> Not directly walking in."
[13:31] Raya L'Paix says, "I see..."
[13:31] Raya L'Paix says, "If you need any assistance from me, I am more than willing to help."
[13:31] Ikkaku Ukitake says, "I will do my work and rumors will spread. People will rise hopefully. And I aprpeciate it Raya."
[13:33] Raya L'Paix says, "I... thank you as well. It's--..."
[13:33] Raya L'Paix says, "There's nobody left."
[13:34] Ikkaku Ukitake asks, "Nobody?"
[13:34] Raya L'Paix says, "There are a few, but the only ones who had actually lived in Ardent proper are you, Maiya, and Yuan."
[13:35] Raya L'Paix says, "I... need to prioritize keeping Krausism alive, so if Zheng falls... I will most likely be unable to assist you directly."
[13:35] Ikkaku Ukitake says, "... <Eyes close> Kurochi as well but.. That is fair. Make it your goal to keep it is alive."
[13:35] Raya L'Paix says, "There is a chance I will be allowed in Ezmara, but the prospect of Krausism being a core component of that place is long gone due to me attempting to save Tongyishan."
[13:35] Raya L'Paix says, "Oh, yes, Kurochi. I'm not sure where he is, however."
[13:36] Raya L'Paix says, "I've heard rumors of Suha building a church in Crafthold, but I do not think I would be-- welcomed, per say."
[13:36] Ikkaku Ukitake says, "Likely not.Nor would it be a good idea to head there. Crafthold is still rather dangerous."
[13:37] Raya L'Paix says, "Adsila promised Tragedy not to let anyone who fought for Tongyishan to join them."
[13:37] Raya L'Paix says, "So--... I woul have to hide or change my idenity while remaining there, as their leader would object against my presence even if everyone else is fine with it."
[13:39] Ikkaku Ukitake says, ".. I understand. It would make it more difficult for others to find you and likely help you blend in."
[13:39] Raya L'Paix says, "Yes. It'll be... hard, and I do not wish to abandon you-- that has been my goal ever since Ardent was razed-- but at this point I may need to."
[13:40] Raya L'Paix says, "If Zheng is destroyed, but given the... quietness as of late, I am unsure when they will attack next."
[13:41] Ikkaku Ukitake says, "If you find yourself needing to, you may. I will not hold it against you. And in the same way, I am not sure when they will attack next either."
[13:41] Raya L'Paix says, "Thank you, Ikkaku. I will defend this island as best I can until then."
[13:41] Raya L'Paix says, "Order binds us."
[13:41] Ikkaku Ukitake says, "Order binds us."