02-28-2013
Breaking Points
(log by Cordir: Immtalk channel included by permission of participants.)
Seraph: Good morning, Cordir. Still pleasant?
Cordir: Are you inquiring of my mood?
Seraph: yes, I am.
Cordir: I am well enough, to answer your question.
Seraph: Good then maybe you can tell me why you have a hatred towards me.
Cordir: I do not hate you. That much emotion requires far more effort than I have invested in you.
Seraph: Ok, then a distaste for me. Better?
Cordir: Hmm. Yes. You are distasteful.
Cordir: that works.
Seraph: then why?
Seraph: or shall we talk about this in private?
Cordir: I respect evil that grins and admits all that they are.
Cordir: Not that which puts an angelic front on their sins
Seraph: i guess it's how you look at it
Cordir: Look me in the face and say, "Yes. I committed that offense. And will do so again"
Cordir: Not "oh me? I have not hurt anyone .. lately!"
Seraph: Well, it's the truth. How can I say I harmed someone lately, if I haven't?
Cordir: I have known your kind before.
Seraph: oh?
Cordir: Torchbearer
Seraph: You have known another fallen angel?
Cordir: Yes. He was known as the Seraph as well.
Seraph: torchbearer and I are not the same.
Cordir: *sighs in irritation* of course that is what you would say.
Seraph: please enlighten me. How are we the same?
Cordir: Liars both.
Seraph: That's it?
Seraph: Well, we must have been carved from the same stone, then.
Seraph: and i do not lie
Cordir: .....
Seraph: So we lie. What else?
Seraph: Because no one has ever lied before...
Cordir: When someone puts a face of kindness in place while preparing a dagger..
Cordir: I do not need to be taught that lesson twice
Seraph: Again: enlighten me how I am doing this.
Cordir: No, Seraph.
Seraph: There is something more to this.
Cordir: I am not going to sit here and argue with you.
Cordir: You are an evil that will not claim their own actions
Cordir: instead, swearing to all your good intent
Seraph: Ever think I'm trying to change?
Cordir: and I trust you not at all
Seraph: Well, that is your fault, not mine to bear.
Cordir: I know better than to trust your kind
Seraph: my kind?
Cordir: Your kind.
Seraph: Oh, yes. Torchbearer
Seraph: it seems you are hiding something more
Cordir: Yes. And more. Enough of this.
Cordir: I do not trust you. I will not trust you.
Cordir: Not even if your aura was as bright blue as the Creator, Tynian's Himself
Seraph: Ahh, you are angry now, so you don't want to talk.
Seraph: Well, that would be your loss, not mine.
Seraph: I could teach you things - as well, you could teach me - but your stubborness stops you.
Seraph: Or maybe your arrogance holds you back
Tynian: Good morning
DarkClaw: Good morning, Tynian.
Wish: good morning Tynian
Cordir: Good morning, Creator
Seraph: morning tynian
Cordir <73>: in case there is a shred of confusion - seraph and i quarrelling is 100% rp
Seraph: For a lady that watches the threads, you are blind, Cordir.
Cordir: Yes, Seraph, I have been known to be arrogant on occasion. Even willfully blind.
Seraph: And you can cut my thread a thousand times, a new one will form.
Wish: Lord Nash is here?
Wish: Where?
Wish: I must light candles at his shrine!
Cordir: *sigh* Wish. I refer to Tynian, the Creator of this world.
Wish: ohh..
Wish: But...
Wish: *sigh*
Cordir: as I have referred to him for many centuries prior to your Ascension
Seraph: So until you can approach me with whats really on your mind...
Seraph: keep your head in the threads and not aimed in my direction
Wish: Who am I to ruin delusions of grandeur?
Cordir: I have no desire to "approach" you for anything, Seraph
Seraph: Yes - Cower behind your threads, then.
Wish: If Tynian wishes to refer to himself as the Creator, he has only Lord Nash to answer to.
Cordir: What I wish to know, I will know. What I wish to see, I will see.
Seraph: Then you are lost and always will be
Seraph: Neutral, you are not
Cordir: Stop speaking, Seraph.
Cordir: that is really the best advice I can give you right now.
Seraph: We should switch auras, Cordir. At least then you can be stubborn
Cordir: I assure you that stubbornness is aura independant
Seraph: Well, as i said before: when you feel you can face me and stop hiding behind excuses
Seraph: We can talk. Untill then......
Seraph: stay hidden in your little hole and away from my business
Cordir: Shut up, Seraph.
Seraph: Or what, Cordir? You will cut my thread?
Cordir: Shut your filthy, lying, desert mouth or yes, I will shut it for you.
Seraph: desert mouth?
Seraph: *speaks in desert tongue* you are no better then me, Cordir
Cordir: I most certainly am.
Seraph: *speaks in desert tongue* You are not. You are just a girl living in other peoples' lives
Your soul rift *** ANNIHILATES *** Seraph.
Your soul rift *** ANNIHILATES *** Seraph.
Your soul rift *** ANNIHILATES *** Seraph.
Seraph arrives suddenly.
You make the gesture necessary to invoke your spell.
With barely a thought, you stop Seraph's heart, who dies instantly.
You hear Seraph's death cry.
You get the corpse of Seraph.
Seraph appears before you.
You say, 'Get. Out.'.
Seraph says, 'yet i still stand'.
You make the gesture necessary to invoke your spell.
Seraph slowly fades out of existence.
Cordir mutters, 'Only because you're immortal.'
Cordir: Stay out of my Garden.
Seraph: *whispers in desert tongue* Powerless, just like me.
Cordir: quite obviously that is not the case -
Cordir: as you are quite bloody and naked and elsewhere.
Seraph: *whispers in desert tongue* We are the same. That's why you don't like me
Cordir: No, seraph. You are a twisting knife in the back
Cordir: I am an executioner's axe.
Cordir: not a surgeon *nods to wish*
Seraph: *speaks in desert tongue* yet i stand, still breathing. Your axe must be dull.
Wish: What happened? Did you rip out a knife?
Wish: Tsk, tsk, tsk...
Cordir: No, I imbedded one in his thick skull
Seraph: *speaks in desert tongue* are you mad because i killed your followers?
Wish: Ahhh! That is certainly not something surgeons are supposed to do.
Cordir: You never even reached the Anathema list, you braggart
Cordir: You never cut a Chosen's thread.
Seraph: Doesn't matter how many, but who.
Cordir: A conversation was has amongst your betters and you were brought to heel.
Seraph: *desert tongue* They all ran and cowered when I came for them.
Cordir: You revise History in your version.
Cordir: You threatened Aslan. I spoke to Kerri. You were told to find other prey. You did.
Seraph: *desert tongue* I fought your little mouses and they scurried away from me.
Cordir: You were never even Rabadh
Cordir: I assure you my records are more accurate than your boasts
Seraph: *desert tongue* You spoke to the Dark Lord to protect your little mouse
Seraph: *desert tongue* Because you knew it was a matter of time before I held her soul in my grasp
Seraph: *desert tongue* and you knew none of your little people could stop me
Seraph: *desert tongue* so you had to ask the Dark Lord to stop me
Cordir: Aslan remained unharmed. That is all I care about.
Seraph: *desert tongue* and now you hide in your garden
Cordir: Enough, Seraph.
Seraph: *desert tongue* begging the Dark Lord to stop me and now you want to put your nose in my business
Cordir: For all your spite and machinations you have broken none of Tynian's Laws
Cordir: and as I have repeatedly stated, I will not and cannot act until you do
Cordir: but know that when that day comes.. I will laugh.
Seraph: *desert tongue* Maybe if you beg me like you did the Dark Lord, I will turn a blind eye to you.
Cordir: If you think I had to beg Kerri for anything you are - again as is the constant - wrong
Cordir: he and I were peers
Cordir: you and I are not.
Cordir: good bye, Seraph
### Cordir has forced Seraph to quit.
It Was Only A Dream...
(NOTE: Due to an Amnesic Lyrical studied later in the day, Samiyah has NO RECOLLECTION of these events. More on that later.)
You tell Hadrian (in common), '*smile* are you in need of any help or Ids?'.
Hadrian tells you (in common), 'I am! :)'.
You tell Hadrian (in common), 'come to the room of records'.
You tell Hadrian (in common), 'I do not trust the kitchen.'.
Hadrian arrives from the east.
Hadrian bows deeply.
You tell Belgarion (in common), 'the scroll. Does it still exist?'.
Belgarion tells you (in common), 'yes'.
(2 Ids snipped)
Someone steps out of the shadows.
You say (in common), 'I am sorry, Hadrian. I must attend other things.'.
You get a pair of bronze sleeves.
Samiyah touches her hand to her forehead, her lips, and her heart in a tribal gesture of respect.
Hadrian stands up.
Hadrian bows deeply.
Hadrian leaves east.
Someone says, 'give me the gems'.
Samiyah does not step back, but shifts her weight slightly back, and bows.
You get an uncut gem from bag made from Samiyah hide.
Samiyah holds out the black gem.
Someone touches the gem it starts to glow then fade as he absorbs it.
You get an uncut gem from bag made from white angel hide.
Samiyah holds out the second black gem.
Someone touches the gem it starts to glow then fade as he absorbs it.
Someone says, 'ahhh better'.
Someone says, 'good job Samiyah'.
Samiyah smiles a little bit and bows her head. "I am glad you are pleased, Sahib."
Someone says, 'now i felt you had a vision'.
You say (in common), 'well, several- each time I touched one of your things..'.
You say (in common), 'two, I had to touch twice, due to circumstances...'.
Samiyah says tremulously, "I showed no weakness.."
Someone says, 'no a vision i touched you!'.
Samiyah blinks, confused.
You say (in common), 'Sahib?'.
Samiyah nervously smooths the dark, concealing folds of her linen veil to ensure all that should be hidden, is.
You say (in common), 'I don't... '.
Samiyah's eyes looks a little panicked over her veil, and her hands make small, helpless twitches at her sides.
Someone says, 'i felt it then seen it'.
You say (in common), 'It was a .. a vision? it was not real?'.
Her voice is stricken with near panic, fearful of her own sanity.
Someone kneels down and looks you in the eyes.
Someone says, 'do you think i would do that?'.
You say (in common), 'I cannot SEE you, Sahib...'.
Samiyah begs, 'Please..?'
Someone says, 'you can hear me that is enough for now'.
Samiyah lowers her head, chastised and trembling.
Someone says, 'so do you think i would do that?'.
Samiyah whispers, 'I did not know what to think. I was frightened and horrified and you.. laughed and said it was teasing.'
Someone says, 'those gems in your pouch'.
Someone says, 'they contained my soul'.
Someone says, 'which probably sensed a fear and tested your faith'.
You say (in common), 'Parts of it?'.
Someone nods in recognition to you.
Samiyah shudders, her voice confused and horrified, "Then.. I just... imagined it? I..."
Someone says, 'a vision'.
Samiyah stammers, 'and when you gave me back part of my soul, and took from me part of yours.. that.. that didn't happen? It was a vision?'
Someone sits down and thinks deeply.
Someone says, 'no it was a vision'.
Samiyah bites her lip hard, a droplet of blood welling forth to stain her veil.
Samiyah murmurs '..a vision..?'
Someone says, 'yes'.
Samiyah slowly backs away, out of the room.
The Coral Cave
[Exits: south]
You say (in common), 'Sahib Wish, are you here?'.
Someone says, 'you run to wish'.
You say (in common), 'I... he..I must... I must be going crazy...'.
Samiyah shakes her head, dazed.
Someone says, 'crazy you are not'.
You say (in common), 'You.. and.. then.. I cried.. and... you said.. and...'.
Samiyah stammers, her voice near the breaking point.
You say (in common), 'I cannot tell what is real!'.
You say (in common), 'I don't know if you are real!'.
Someone says, 'this is where you want to be? with the fish'.
You say (in common), 'I could be imagining this, imagining it all, as they all say..'.
Samiyah covers her face in her hands, trying hard not to cry.
Someone says, 'no the gems are out of your possion'.
Someone says, 'you are not crazy all tribes people have visions'.
You say (in common), 'That.. that was more real than Similus...'.
You say (in common), 'I...'.
You say (in common), 'If that was not real, then I cannot tell what is...'.
Someone says, 'you can'.
Someone says, 'if you believe'.
Someone says, 'but it seems your faith is wandering'.
Samiyah looks up in horror and anger intermingled.
You say (in common), 'Have I not done all that you have asked of me?'.
Someone says, 'yet you run to the fishes home'.
Samiyah cries out, 'I DO NOT KNOW IF I AM SANE OR NOT!'
Samiyah wraps her arms around herself and says more quietly, 'I experienced it, as clearly as I hear your voice now.'
You say (in common), 'and you tell me it was a vision, and what followed after was a vision... '.
You say (in common), 'a test of .. of faith, when all I have done is obey and serve..'.
You say (in common), 'It makes ... no sense.. no...'.
You say (in common), 'that night, i felt better.. stronger.. knowing you had returned part of my soul, but ... but you hadn't..'.
You say (in common), 'my own mind is lying to me...'.
(Sami flees and goes to.....)
The Swirling Sands
[Exits: north west]
Impossible winds twist skeins of glistening sand up and about, making the
air itself seem alive. The churning of the sands becomes too thick to the
east and south but stumbling through other directions is still possible.
Samiyah screams into the wind, "I want to go HOME!!!"
Someone says, 'stop running'.
Someone says, 'you are tired you do not sleep of course your mind will play tricks on you'.
Samiyah collapses onto the sand, like a marionette with its strings cut.
Someone says, 'you need to rest'.
Samiyah shakes her head slightly. 'I cannot. Similus..'
Someone pulls a small blue gem from his heart.
Someone says, 'hold out your hands'.
Samiyah shakes her head wearily.
You say (in common), 'I just imagined this last time.'.
You say (in common), 'I'm probably imagining this.'.
Someone's wing folds around you.
Someone says, 'can you not feel me?'.
Samiyah fights the urge to pull away, simultaneously fearing, yet needing to trust still.
Samiyah whispers, 'Yes. But I felt it before.'
Someone whispers in the desert tongue: hold out your hands.
Samiyah obeys, her hands cupped loosely in her lap.
Someone places the gem in your hands.
Samiyah looks down at it emptily.
The room glows a bright blue as you absorb it
Samiyah says softly, 'but this keeps happening...'
Someone says, 'ARGGGG'.
Someone staggers back then falls to one knee.
Someone breaths rapidly.
You say (in common), 'Sahib... what... You gave it back twice before... I don't understand... what's wrong? Why are you in pain?'.
Someone whispers: to heal you i must destroy part of me.
You say (in common), 'No... why... That.. that is not what you said before... '.
Someone whispers: we are one and for you to be whole i must destroy what i gave you.
You say (in common), 'But isn't it still inside me?'.
Someone slowly stands up.
Someone says, 'that ball was part of your soul i found in demon realm'.
Samiyah says softly, 'I died there..'
Someone nods.
Samiyah whispers, 'I do not want you to hurt yourself to help me.'
Someone says, 'you want to be whole then it must be done'.
Samiyah cries out, 'I thought I was!? I thought I was better, except for the dreams...'
Samiyah rubs her fists against her eyes, brushing away tears and easing the agony that yet burns them.
Someone says, 'but you distrust me and run to the fish'.
Someone says, 'maybe he warped the vision'.
You say (in common), 'Everyone keeps telling me I am crazy, chief among them, him.. that I imagine things, that it is all in my head'.
You say (in common), 'and you tell me that something as clear to me as that tortoise that just walked by, was not real'.
You say (in common), 'I..'.
You say (in common), 'I don't know what is ...'.
You say (in common), 'Is this?'.
You say (in common), 'or is it in my head?'.
You say (in common), 'At least when the bannister moved, others saw it..'.
You say (in common), 'but No one else sees you or hears you save me...'.
You say (in common), 'and you are so cold and unkind right now... I do not know what to believe'.
Someone says, 'i will not lie to you'.
Someone says, 'am battle worn right now'.
Someone says, 'and healing myself'.
Someone says, 'so i wish for you not to see me like that'.
Someone says, 'you are not crazy Dear one'.
Samiyah remains still for a long time, just breathing. <<Her mind whirls in a chaotic argument of vision and truth and reality.>>
Samiyah shifts, from a huddled pile in the sand, to her knees. Wordlessly, she prays.
(In prayer - Sahib, I pray you, help me to know your will, and that you are real.)
Cresom tells you (in common), 'how are you Sister'.
(prayed: I am your faithful servant, but I fear I am a broken vessel, and I do not know what to do.)
Someone gently touches your cheek with his finger.
Samiyah cries out softly, relieved.
You tell Cresom (in common), '..brother..'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'Yes?'.
Someone says, 'go to your brother if you want'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'I but answer you..I cannot.. speak, but did not wish to ignore.'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'ok Sister I understand'.
You say (in common), 'I need to stay... I need to... put the pieces together...'.
Someone says, 'everything comes with time'.
Samiyah says softly, 'I feel as broken as when I woke in the coral cave with my head upon your knee.'
Someone's wings wrap around you embracing you.
Samiyah goes rigidly still at first, then forces herself to breathe and relax.
Samiyah leans forward, resting her cheek against your chest.
Someone nods.
Samiyah closes her eyes and listens to the deep sound of your heartbeat, breathing with it.
Someone strokes your hair gently.
Someone whisper: just have faith dear one.
Samiyah says in a small, quiet voice, 'I am trying to. But it is very hard.'
Someone says, 'i know '.
Someone says, 'go to your brother roam with him take your mind off of things'.
You say (in common), '... are you stronger with the gems?'.
You say (in common), 'Was that a good thing, to regain them?'.
Someone nods slowly and whispers: i am.
You say (in common), 'but hurt, because you helped me?'.
Someone says, 'i am fine '.
Samiyah nods, weariness in every line of her body.
Someone says, 'now go see your brother he must miss you'.
Samiyah murmurs, 'Yes, Sahib.'
Samiyah struggles to her feet, nearly falling in the shifting sand.
Someone lets go and walks to the shadows.
Someone says, 'trust me Samiyah i would never touch you that way'.
Someone steps into the shadows.
Samiyah stands, wavering, and nods mutely.
Samiyah's hand slides up to the right side of her face and her ear, staring down at the sand, murmuring, 'It was not real...'
You gossip (in common), 'Brother?'.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'Yes?'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'need something?'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'i need your help'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'sure where?'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'can you come find me in the desert?'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'nod '.
You tell Cresom (in common), '(her voice is shakey, exhausted, stumbling over the words)'.
Cresom arrives from the north.
Cresom smiles at you.
Cresom makes a complicated-looking gesture.
Cresom makes a complicated-looking gesture.
Cresom draws a funny looking rune on you.
Samiyah stumbles over to you, leaning her head against your shoulder.
Cresom says (in common), 'Is everything ok?'.
You stop using a talisman of shattered indigo glass.
You now follow Cresom.
You join Cresom's group.
You say (in common), 'I cannot go home..'.
You say (in common), 'I wanted to go home'.
Cresom says (in common), 'your Home is here '.
You say (in common), 'I cannot find the way'.
Samiyah murmurs, "I feel very lost."
Cresom says (in common), 'where would you like me to take you?'.
You say (in common), 'I do not know. He said to wander with you.'.
You say (in common), 'Oh...'.
You say (in common), 'I must give this back'.
You give Cresom 100000 gold.
Cresom says (in common), 'why?'.
You say (in common), 'I am not worthy. I am not good.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'you are good '.
Samiyah begins to cry without sound, tears flowing from her already bloodshot, swollen eyes.
Cresom says (in common), 'you shouldn't cry the world is yours for the taking '.
You say (in common), 'You do not understand and I cannot tell you or you will be angry again'.
You say (in common), 'and i cannot take it if you are angry with me... I ...'.
Cresom tells you (in common), '(i am sorry i want to give you this stuff before i forget and they poof on me)'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'sure, ??'.
Cresom says (in common), 'I do not get angry i get worried'.
Cresom gives you a spell score.
Cresom gives you a spell score.
Cresom gives you a spell score.
Cresom gives you a spell score.
Cresom gives you a spell score.
Cresom gives you a spell score.
You hum a few bars to an improbable song, 'You don't boar totem around with Jim'.
You hum a few bars to an improbable song, 'Fields of ventriloquate'.
You hum a few bars to an improbable song, 'You bring on the protection evil'.
You hum a few bars to an improbable song, 'faerie fog is what it means to be young'.
You hum a few bars to an improbable song, 'Bright side of unfetter'.
You hum a few bars to an improbable song, 'The lumberjack know alignment'.
Cresom gets the bloodridden scroll from an egg casing.
Cresom gives you the bloodridden scroll.
Samiyah covers her mouth with one hand as she gasps in surprise.
You say (in common), 'OH NO'.
Cresom says (in common), 'WHAT?'.
Samiyah drops the scroll.
You drop the bloodridden scroll.
Cresom gets the bloodridden scroll.
You say (in common), 'was that from belgarion?!'.
Cresom says (in common), 'no not at all'.
Cresom says (in common), 'i found it on a little Ranger guard in kuroth'.
You tell Belgarion (in common), '(ooc: You say (in common), 'was that from belgarion?!'.)'.
You tell Belgarion (in common), '( You drop the bloodridden scroll. )'.
Cresom says (in common), 'It is heal I tried to learn it and couldn't '.
Belgarion tells you (in common), 'umm wow'.
Samiyah shakes like a leaf.
Cresom cuddles you.
You say (in common), 'He found a scroll. Like this... a healing spell...'.
You say (in common), 'written in MY blood!'.
You say (in common), 'I...'.
Cresom says (in common), 'weird so very weird '.
Belgarion tells you (in common), 'first one i have ever seen and now 3 in a couple days'.
Belgarion tells you (in common), '2'.
Samiyah looks frightened and murmured, 'Maybe that was a vision...'
Cresom says (in common), 'i have been holding onto it for 3 days or so for you'.
Samiyah looks at you worriedly. 'Please.. ask Belgarion if he has a scroll like that...'
You say (in common), 'please?'.
Cresom nods.
Her tone is urgent, almost in a panic.
You say (in common), 'I have to know if that was a vision, too'.
Cresom gets the bloodridden scroll from an egg casing.
Cresom says (in common), 'he said he has one '.
### [Belgarion tells Cresom (in common), 'you have one also']
Cresom says (in common), 'he wants to see my scroll to see if it is your blood i can't tell'.
Cresom says (in common), 'would you like a ride back to the guild with me?'.
You say (in common), 'I cannot tell, either...'.
You say (in common), 'Yes.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'i will keep you safe'.
You say (in common), 'I don't want to be alone.'.
Cresom utters the words, 'safhar'.
The air shimmers as Cresom creates a portal here.
The Pit
[Exits: east up]
A grand staircase leads to the temples above.
A pit for donations dominates the room.
You hear a distinct pop as Cresom's portal closes up.
Cresom makes a complicated-looking gesture.
Cresom draws a funny looking rune on the donation pit.
Belgarion arrives from the east.
Belgarion nods in recognition to Cresom.
Cresom gets the bloodridden scroll from an egg casing.
Belgarion nods in recognition to you.
Samiyah shrinks back slightly, holding onto Cresom's arm.
Belgarion says (in common), 'was it id'd'.
Cresom nods.
Cresom says (in common), 'i id'd it '.
Belgarion says (in common), 'not like it would really matter'.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
Cresom says (in common), 'if i remember right'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'last one wasnt what it seemed'.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
Samiyah gazes at Belgarion over her veil, her eyes swollen and bloodshot and glassy.
Belgarion says (in common), 'kk brb'.
Cresom says (in common), 'it was on a ranger guard or a child in nydia'.
Belgarion nods.
Cresom hugs you.
Cresom says (in common), 'everything will be fine'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'are you ok Samiyah?'.
Cresom looks at you.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you are not looking well'.
Samiyah shakes her head blankly no.
Belgarion sighs loudly.
Belgarion nods solemly.
Belgarion says (in common), 'i will see what i can find out about this scroll'.
Samiyah holds tightly to Cresom's arm, as if he is the only anchor in a storm.
Cresom says (in common), 'nod'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'would you please id it again'.
Cresom nods.
Belgarion says (in common), 'its not showing up'.
Belgarion gives the bloodridden scroll to Cresom.
Cresom utters the words, 'uwsfazze uoculoihuyl'.
Cresom gives the bloodridden scroll to Belgarion.
Belgarion blinks.
Belgarion says (in common), 'no'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'no'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'no'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'no'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'it cant be'.
Belgarion sits down and thinks deeply.
Cresom raises an eyebrow.
Belgarion says (in common), 'this is bad'.
Belgarion leaves up.
Cresom says (in common), 'everything will be fine '.
Samiyah asks in a small voice, 'What is bad?'
Cresom says (in common), 'i am here '.
Cresom shrugs.
Cresom says (in common), 'doesn't matter i am here can't be that bad'.
Samiyah nods against your arm, holding tightly, her weight shifting as her knees go weak and she forces herself to stand upright.
Cresom says (in common), 'Samiyah can you use scrolls?'.
You say (in common), 'Yes'.
You say (in common), 'I can recite them or memorize them.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'the other night when you were going to MM'.
Cresom says (in common), 'that ranger with no sanct potion?'.
You say (in common), 'Yes... I remember... you were there?'.
Cresom says (in common), 'i remembered this scroll and thought it might help with MM's '.
Cresom nods.
Cresom gets the book of protection from an egg casing.
Cresom gives you the book of protection.
Cresom says (in common), 'very very easy to pop '.
Cresom says (in common), 'not only do you get the sanct but stoneskin and cloak'.
You say (in common), 'That seems very nice and helpful... thank you, Brother..'.
You say (in common), 'Thank you..'.
Cresom says (in common), 'not good for crazy zone runs'.
Cresom says (in common), 'but with MM's you know you are about to start the fight'.
Cresom says (in common), 'should help alot '.
You say (in common), 'Should I leave my talisman off?'.
Cresom nods.
Cresom says (in common), 'just in case'.
You say (in common), 'I don't like to be without it, but I don't want to block your spells'.
Cresom says (in common), 'never know when we might have to make a run for it=)'.
Cresom says (in common), 'you will be fine by my side'.
Samiyah asks in a small voice, 'Is Belgarion going to hurt me again?'
You say (in common), 'Because of the scroll?'.
Cresom says (in common), 'not with me here he won't '.
Cresom is now guarding you.
Cresom says (in common), 'belgarion is a strong warrior'.
Cresom says (in common), 'but so am i'.
Cresom winks suggestively at you.
Samiyah nods, lightly squeezing your arm as she rests her head against it.
Cresom says (in common), 'to keep your mind off everything why are those gloves not restrung?'.
You say (in common), 'Because Ink forbade me to do so until he is done figuring things out'.
Cresom throws back his head and cackles with insane glee!
Cresom nods.
You say (in common), 'And I do not want him to yell at me'.
Cresom says (in common), 'i don't blame him'.
Cresom says (in common), 'it is horrible to restring something'.
You say (in common), 'but I have the token you gave me and I keep it safe'.
Cresom says (in common), 'then want to change it '.
You say (in common), 'Oh'.
You say (in common), 'i must explain about the gold'.
You say (in common), 'I have to confess it'.
You say (in common), 'I was bad, brother..'.
You say (in common), 'You gave it to me to help people'.
You say (in common), 'and.. and I only...'.
You say (in common), 'I lost some, again and again, to thieves...'.
You say (in common), 'and then I made it back up...'.
Cresom snickers softly.
You say (in common), 'but then..'.
You say (in common), 'There was this thing, and Ink had told me to get it..'.
You say (in common), 'and I spent the money on it, and Pharuin yelled at me for it..'.
Belgarion arrives from above.
You say (in common), 'and then I was telling Sagan, that I had to go, and regain the money to give back to you'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'cresom mark me'.
You say (in common), 'and he gave it to me'.
Cresom says (in common), 'yelled at you for what?'.
Cresom says (in common), 'what was it you needed?'.
You say (in common), 'And he said that you were .. a friend, and he understood debts'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you and Samiyah have to come to the temple'.
You say (in common), 'I do not want to go there, Cresom...'.
Samiyah shakes her head, afraid.
Cresom says (in common), 'I am with you everything will be fine'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you must Samiyah'.
You say (in common), 'He yelled because he wanted it and I got it.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'you will go in with me and come out with me '.
Belgarion nods.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you are safe'.
Samiyah says again in a small voice, 'I do not want to go. He will be angry.'
Cresom says (in common), 'who will be angry?'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you need not worry about HIM'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'take a guess'.
Cresom says (in common), 'old bones?'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'this is MUCH more important then him'.
Cresom says (in common), 'what did you buy samiyah?'.
Samiyah touches the belt around her waist.
Cresom says (in common), 'no one needed to give the money back'.
You say (in common), 'I did..'.
Cresom says (in common), 'i always carry alot of money'.
You say (in common), 'YOu gave it to me to help people and I was greedy and bought something for myself'.
You say (in common), 'I am a bad person.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'that is -4 svs 3 hit?'.
Cresom says (in common), 'not a bad person'.
Cresom says (in common), 'you helped the thieves '.
Samiyah weeps a little, wavering on her feet in exhaustion.
Cresom says (in common), 'so you gave some of it to people '.
You tell Cresom (in common), '(yes, that's the stats)'.
Cresom says (in common), 'and you would have gave more back once you got it back'.
You say (in common), 'I didn't help them - they cut my purse strings'.
You say (in common), 'I didn't..'.
Cresom says (in common), 'but you can look at it a different way'.
Samiyah's voice fades off.
Cresom says (in common), 'you helped them even if you didn't mean to'.
Cresom says (in common), 'and i always carry alot of money'.
Cresom gives you 320000 gold.
You say (in common), 'Cresom!'.
You say (in common), 'No!'.
Cresom says (in common), 'well give it back then'.
You give Cresom 320000 gold.
Cresom says (in common), 'i will give it to someone or buy something or put it in the bank'.
Cresom says (in common), 'money is just that money'.
You say (in common), 'i cannot take your money'.
You say (in common), 'i will go and get some from the octopus'.
(Cresom goes with her to Kuroth, kills a mage mob, and takes its gold)
You say (in common), 'I have seven hundred.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'easy 7k'.
Cresom gives you 7000 gold.
Cresom says (in common), 'OVER AND OVER '.
Belgarion says (in common), 'did you mark me'.
Cresom nods.
Belgarion says (in common), 'will you come?'.
Samiyah begs, 'Please, no.. no... please...'
Belgarion puts the bloodridden scroll in a saddlebag.
Cresom says (in common), 'We will '.
Samiyah wavers on her feet.
Cresom says (in common), 'you are fine i promise'.
Cresom says (in common), 'get your book of protection out just in case'.
You get the book of protection from a saddlebag.
Cresom utters the words, 'safhar'.
The air shimmers as Cresom creates a portal here.
Temple of the Lost
[Exits: west]
A delicious magic mushroom is here.
A large eye hovers in mid-air here, emitting a soft, purple glow.
(Dark Purple Aura) Belgarion is here.
You hear a distinct pop as Cresom's portal closes up.
You hold the book of protection in your hands.
Belgarion says (in common), 'ok'.
Cresom makes a complicated-looking gesture.
Cresom draws a funny looking rune on Belgarion.
Cresom bows before someone.
Belgarion says (in common), 'this scroll has Samiyahs blood on it also'.
Samiyah staggers as she arrives through the portal, only her grip on Cresom's arm keeping her upright.
Someone says, 'Hello, Samiyah and Cresom.'.
Samiyah looks around fearfully.
Belgarion says (in common), 'if you dont mind'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'i would like to hold onto this scroll for a bit of time'.
Cresom says (in common), 'that is up to samiyah'.
Cresom says (in common), 'it has her blood on it '.
Belgarion says (in common), 'i would like to take this to someone that helped me today with it'.
Samiyah asks hesitantly, 'How do you know it does?'
Belgarion says (in common), 'or with the other one'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'but'.
Belgarion shrugs.
Belgarion says (in common), 'we do have an idea'.
You say (in common), 'Who?'.
Cresom says (in common), 'Darkclaw has a taste for those kinds of things =)'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'we just need to find out what this one is'.
Someone says, 'It is your blood, Samiyah...unless someone else has figured out a way to fool a very old vampire.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'i dont know if this person would want me to say right now'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'i never asked'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'but the other scroll is still with me'.
Cresom says (in common), 'hands Belgarion'.
Belgarion puts the bloodridden scroll in a saddlebag.
You say (in common), 'I.. do not know His will in this..'.
Someone says, 'Whose will?'.
You say (in common), 'I did not .. there was no time to tell Him of it...'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'he has told you many times its your choice not his'.
Cresom says (in common), 'he has told me the same thing'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'thank you Cresom'.
Someone says, 'The important thing...is that we keep these scrolls out of the wrong hands...whoever that may be.'.
Someone says, 'Samiyah...'.
Samiyah gazes around herself, shivering, her eyes not even close to focused.
Cresom says (in common), 'to submit it so i could see the score'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'i have to go'.
Someone nods in recognition to Belgarion.
Belgarion says (in common), 'if you wouldnt mind i would like to keep this scroll for further investigation'.
Cresom says (in common), 'Everything like I said will be fine Samiyah'.
Samiyah whispers, 'Always voices...'
Samiyah blinks and asks Cresom, "Can we go, now?"
Cresom says (in common), 'of course if that is what you want'.
Belgarion nods.
You say (in common), 'I do not want to be here. He will be angry.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'i think its for the best'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'he will get angry'.
You say (in common), 'I.. I cannot bear for him to shout again.'.
Belgarion says (in common), '?'.
Someone growls and looks at Cresom with fury, not even bothering to lower her voice, "Can you not see what he's doing to her?!"
Cresom says (in common), 'i don't like leaving because of that reason '.
Belgarion says (in common), 'thats odd for someone that says its all yout choice'.
Cresom says (in common), 'give me another reason to leave'.
You say (in common), 'I am not welcome here and these people are not my friends.'.
Samiyah says more firmly.
Cresom says (in common), 'don't think that is true but at least it wasn't because of him'.
Cresom utters the words, 'safhar'.
The air shimmers as Cresom creates a portal here.
The Pit
[Exits: east up]
This is the room of last resort. If you are weaponless, armorless,
or in need of something you can't afford, this is where you go to
depend on the generosity of others. Veteran adventurers often come
here to unload equipment they can't use, can't sell, or just want to
donate to the less fortunate. Be warned, less scrupulous individuals
have been known to dump cursed equipment here, merely for the pleasure
of seeing the poor suffer. Less than vigilant janitors have left grim
evidence that a choice piece of equipment is occasionally wanted by
more than one person.
A grand staircase leads to the temples above.
A pit for donations dominates the room.
(Dark Cyan Aura) Cresom is here.
You hear a distinct pop as Cresom's portal closes up.
Cresom makes a complicated-looking gesture.
Cresom draws a funny looking rune on the donation pit.
Samiyah staggers as you portal, her knees buckling.
Cresom says (in common), 'do you need to rest?'.
You say (in common), 'I cannot bear to sleep, cresom..'.
You say (in common), 'All I see is Similus in my dreams'.
You say (in common), 'and killing..killing...killing..killing..'.
You say (in common), 'and I wake up and it feels like I am dying'.
You say (in common), 'I cannot sleep..'.
Cresom says (in common), 'The Amnesic Lyrical carried by a draft horse.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'where is that?'.
You say (in common), 'a draft horse?'.
Samiyah looks puzzled, thinking.
Cresom says (in common), 'I always think back to my childhood right before i sleep '.
Cresom says (in common), 'that way to never have a bad dream'.
Cresom says (in common), 'Draft horse'.
You say (in common), 'the vineyard'.
You say (in common), 'Yes'.
You say (in common), 'it helps me to forget'.
Samiyah covers her mouth with one hand as she gasps in surprise.
You say (in common), 'CRESOM!'.
Cresom says (in common), 'WHAT?'.
You say (in common), 'IT WILL HELP ME FORGET!!!'.
Cresom is so excited that he cheers just for the hell of it.
Cresom is so excited that he cheers just for the hell of it.
Cresom says (in common), 'didn't think about that'.
Cresom says (in common), 'we will go right now '.
(They travel to the Vineyard)
The Stables
[Exits: east south]
A long row of stables are along the north wall. The stables continue to the
east. A paddock is to the south. A gate to the west leads to a wide gravel
path.
( 2) A steak of draft horse catches your eye.
(Potent magic) the Amnesic Lyrical lies here.
(Invis) (Dark Cyan Aura) Cresom is here.
A draft horse scuffs at the ground.
A stablehand mucks the stalls.
Cresom says (in common), 'there it is'.
You get the Amnesic Lyrical.
Samiyah holds the lyrical with shaking hands.
You hold the Amnesic Lyrical in your hands.
You study the Amnesic Lyrical to glean its secrets...
What has been learned can be unlearned.... what is done may be undone. The constructed has been destroyed.
Samiyah studies the lyrical and collapses to the ground.
Samiyah's eyes go wide above her veil in shock and she falls to the ground in a pile of dark linen.
Cresom says (in common), 'Samiyah what is going on?'.
The Power of Alchemy
(Log by Wish)
You gossip, 'Hello TFC!'.
You shout, 'PRAISE LORD NASH!!!'.
The Lower Hall
[Exits: north up]
This hallway must have been built by giants! It is huge! Then
again, there are more than a few giants that belong to The Guild, so
it may just be so. A stairway leads up to another hallway above.
(Dark Cyan Aura) Cresom is here.
Samiyah is here.
Mish Leigh Salvandor will use her contacts to help you... for a price.
You bow deeply.
What's bothering you?
You say, 'What's wrong with Samiyah, Cresom?'.
Cresom says (in common), 'we have found some scrolls with her blood on them'.
You say, 'Ahh...Yes, I know of at least one.'.
You say, ‘I performed some experiments on it earlier.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'then I located lyricals so we could take her mind off those. Belgarion has a second now that I found, and first thing, I located a lyrical that made Samiyah forget something'.
You say, 'Say again?!'.
Cresom says (in common), 'so once she held it she fell on the floor '.
You say, 'She used a forgetting lyrical?'.
Cresom nods.
You frown. What's bothering you?
Cresom says (in common), 'but I don't know what she forgot or not really sure if she actually used it. we just found it '.
You say, 'Why in Nash's name does she keep playing with things she has no understanding of?'.
Wish's skin shimmers a brilliant purple and green.
Cresom says (in common), 'not really sure and why deal with people that don't bring you joy'.
You say, ‘I have never met a more...stubborn, deathly curious person in my life. Well, how long has she been like this?'.
Cresom says (in common), ‘I would have to guess '.
Wish starts to reach out with his 3rd tentacle to check her pulse...then withdraws...remembering.
Cresom says (in common), '3 mud days maybe a bit more'.
You say, 'And no one has come to her aid?'.
Cresom says (in common), ‘I have taken her with me everyplace I have gone. I throw her on my shoulders and off we go '.
A tentacle idly scratches at the floor, seemingly completely independent of the others.
Cresom says (in common), 'she is in a weird sleeping state, but I can't get anything out of her'.
You nod in recognition to him.
You say, 'Well, I shall not interfere. She is not one of my followers, after all. '.
Cresom says (in common), 'if you know something, I wish you would tell me '.
You say, ‘I know only what I told Belgarion before'.
Cresom says (in common), 'which is?'.
You say, 'That the bloodridden scroll is not what it appears to be...It is NOT a healing spell.'.
You say, 'It is a power transfer spell...'.
Cresom says (in common), 'hmmm'.
You say, 'based on my Alchemical investigations, it is keyed specifically for Sami's use. And it is also keyed for a specific victim...although I was not able to discern who that is exactly.'.
Samiyah hums several notes to a song you didn't know existed.
You say, 'She is awake! I just heard her hum a song!'.
Cresom says (in common), 'she comes in and out from time to time then goes right back'.
Wish starts to poke Samiyah, then withdraws...remembering.
You say, 'oh'.
Cresom looks at you.
You say, 'One more thing, Cresom'.
Cresom raises an eyebrow.
You say, 'The keyed victim of this scroll...from my analysis...is not a mortal. The second scroll you say has been found...well, I would have to perform an analysis on that as well.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'ok I am sure you are who Belgarion wanted to bring the second to'.
You say, 'There is no telling what it may do.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'he wouldn't tell me who he wanted to show it to'.
You nod in recognition to him.
Cresom says (in common), 'because he said he didn't want to ask'.
You say, 'It is quite a dilemma'.
You shrug.
You say, 'But I highly recommend that Samiyah NOT be allowed to use those scrolls. They should be destroyed.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'they will be with me or Belgarion'.
You say, 'But doing so may harm her...since at least the one I saw appears to have been written in her blood.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'he can have his and I will get mine back after you look at it'.
You nod in recognition to him.
Samiyah stirs, whispers something unintelligible, then the word, 'Similus,' then fades back into oblivion.
Cresom says (in common), 'that happens from time to time'.
You nod in recognition to him.
Cresom says (in common), 'is it the bone dude?'.
You say, 'The Similus still calls to her. Or perhaps she is calling it. As soon as I am able, I shall destroy it as well.'.
Cresom hugs you.
You say, 'When will the second scroll be brought to you, Cresom? I will need to prepare for the analysis.'.
Cresom says (in common), ‘I gave it to Belgarion'.
You nod.
Cresom says (in common), 'so not sure when he will have it ready'.
Wish: DarkClaw, where is your lover?
Cresom says (in common), 'we spoke tonight this all happened tonight '.
Wish: I was told a second scroll was found!
DarkClaw: It was. And he has it.
Cresom says (in common), ‘I was giving Samiyah all my scores that I have got and then I had one scroll'.
DarkClaw: And the second one has the same person's blood on it.
Wish: Very interesting.
DarkClaw: Indeed. I'm worried for Samiyah's sake.
You tell DarkClaw, ‘I shall prepare for the analysis.'.
DarkClaw tells you, '*nod* I'll seek you out when he's around.'.
You say, ‘I must go into the ether for a bit'.
You say, ‘I shall return'.
Cresom waves happily.
Cresom hugs you.
You say, ‘I am sure you will take good care of her. Frankly, I am not sure why I care about this foolish woman.'.
Cresom says (in common), ‘I will take care of her '.
You nod.
Cresom says (in common), 'and you should care because she is a great person'.
You frown. What's bothering you?
You say, 'A great person? In what way has she shown greatness?'.
DarkClaw tells you, 'He is destroying her.'.
You tell DarkClaw, 'Most likely...it is what he does, is it not? Take pleasure in destruction.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'doing things people tell you not to do is great in a way '.
You laugh.
DarkClaw tells you, 'True enough. *sigh*'.
Cresom says (in common), ‘I always look at the best in everything'.
You nod in recognition to him.
Cresom says (in common), ‘I am happy about everything '.
You say, 'Well, my goal, seeing her without a real God to worship, was once to convert her to Nashism. However, I am not sure Lord Nash would thank me for that.'.
You sigh.
Cresom says (in common), 'From what little I know about lord Nash, he wants all – it doesn't matter '.
You say, 'Yes, I suppose you are right, Cresom. And I hate seeing mortals manipulated like pawns. It is an abuse of power. It is disgusting.'.
You bow deeply.
You say, ‘I shall be in the ether.'.
Samiyah shifts and whimpers in pain.
Cresom bows deeply.
Cresom waves happily.
You say, 'Call out should you acquire the scroll.'.
Cresom nods.
Cresom says (in common), ‘I will '.
Cresom bows before you.
You say, 'By the way, she needs a sponge bath...after three days she is starting to get overripe.'.
Wish holds his nose with this 3rd tentacle.
The Coral Cave
[Exits: south]
Glittering white sand covers the floor of this room, curling in tiny swirls
across the room as if by some unseen current. The cave appears to have
naturally grown within the center of a massive coral formation, and you are
unable to detect any sign of intentional construction. The coral walls pulse
with life, as sea creatures dart in and out of tiny crevices, and colorful
coral fronds sway to and fro like leaves in the wind. Sunlight gently streams
into the room through cracks in the coral ceiling, bathing everything in an
eerie bluish cast. Some magical force must be at work here, since you appear to
be completely underwater, and yet able to breathe without difficulty. The
only exit is to the south, through a small carved out of the coral wall.
The sands of Coral Cave shift silently as Wish squiddles back and forth in thought.
Wish reaches up into the living wall of the cave and plucks a sea urchin from a crevice.
Wish idly plays with the urchin, moving it effortlessly from one tentacle to another, before finally popping it into his beak.
You rest.
Samiyah moans softly and stirs, struggling on your shoulder.
Samiyah wakes with a confused sound.
Cresom says (in common), 'Samiyah you here with me?'.
Samiyah tries to speak, but coughs.
Samiyah nods.
Samiyah says (in common), '.. yes.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'ok did you hear anything that Wish had to say?'.
Samiyah says with alarm, 'Wish was here?'
Samiyah says (in common), 'Cresom, how did I get here?'.
Samiyah looks around, bewildered.
Cresom says (in common), ‘I put you on my shoulders and you rode here'.
Samiyah blinks and blushes at the same time.
Cresom says (in common), 'nothing I could do I wasn't going to leave you out with the horses'.
Samiyah says (in common), '..horses?'.
Samiyah looks at you curiously, raising one eyebrow.
Cresom says (in common), 'we went to get a lyrical for you'.
Samiyah frowns. 'We did?'
Cresom says (in common), ‘I killed some drafting horses. You got it and it was a lyrical that made you forget something. You held it and that was it '.
Samiyah blinks slowly, and then giggles. 'Well... I don't remember any of that... so I guess it worked..'
The Lower Hall
[Exits: north up]
This hallway must have been built by giants! It is huge! Then
again, there are more than a few giants that belong to The Guild, so
it may just be so. A stairway leads up to another hallway above.
(Invis 71) (Intense Dark Purple Aura) [GS] Seraph is here.
(Dark Cyan Aura) Cresom is here.
Mish Leigh Salvandor will use her contacts to help you... for a price.
Cresom is so excited that he cheers just for the hell of it.
Samiyah glances around confused, then spots a still figure in the shadows.
Samiyah touches her hand to her forehead, her lips, and her heart in a tribal gesture of respect.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Sahib...'.
l seraph
If Hell itself had a champion, it would look much like the unholy figure
that towers over you. Dressed from head to toe in black plate armor, the
unrelieved sable continues in the inky wings that arch upward. Weapons,
shield, and armor alike bears the evidence of battle - blood dripping in
a steady stream to pool at his feet. Thick shouldered, bearing the signs
of two gods - Kerriariadne and Katrana - worn still around his wrists, a
clearer picture of violence could not be drawn. His multi-hued hair - an
uninteresting brown at the top, fading to a pale white at the ends - has
been braided back, to stay out of his eyes during combat. His eyes seem
unusually dark, shadowed, until he lifts his head with an evil laugh, an
unopposed view granted of the burned holes that are all that remains. It
is a horrifying sight and he laughs at your discomfort. His crossed arms
draw your eye to the holy symbols still worn around his wrists: That of
Katrana and Kerriariadne - the gods that shaped him the most strongly.
As he returns your stare, you feel a strange tugging in your chest - a
sense of emptiness... as if, by his presence alone, he could steal that
which is most precious - your very essence. With a smirk and a flick of
his fingers, he releases his playful tugging on your spirit... For now.
Seraph is bathed in the essence of charisma.
Seraph is in perfect health.
Seraph is using:
<worn about body> a long robe of pure white linen
<worn with pride> (Artifact magic) (Glowing) (Humming) the Medallion of Godhood
Samiyah smiles at Seraph.
Seraph nods in recognition to Samiyah.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I.. need to speak to you of the task you gave me!'.
Seraph says, 'speak'.
Samiyah glances at Cresom, then back at Seraph with a question in her eyes.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I did as you asked.'.
Cresom says (in common), ‘I will not speak to anyone I cannot see'.
Samiyah holds out a coal black gem in her hands.
The Lower Hall
[Exits: north up]
This hallway must have been built by giants! It is huge! Then
again, there are more than a few giants that belong to The Guild, so
it may just be so. A stairway leads up to another hallway above.
(Invis 71) (Intense Dark Purple Aura) Seraph is here.
(Dark Cyan Aura) Cresom is here.
Samiyah is here.
Mish Leigh Salvandor will use her contacts to help you... for a price.
Samiyah offers up the gem to Seraph.
You frown. What’s bothering you?
Cresom nods in recognition to you.
Seraph waves his hand over the gem.
You say, 'Samiyah has recovered, I see.'.
Seraph says, 'next one'.
Cresom says (in common), 'don't give it to him'.
Cresom says (in common), 'give it to me '.
A tentacles leaves a small trail of ectoplasm as it scratches at the ceiling.
Cresom says (in common), 'let’s see if he wants it from someone that can fight back'.
You say, 'What are you doing, Seraph?'.
Samiyah gets a gem from a bag of Samiyah hide.
Samiyah holds the black gem in her cupped hands and lifts it up to Seraph.
Wish looks at Samiyah curiously.
Seraph waves his hand over the gem.
Seraph says, 'thank you Samiyah'.
Samiyah touches her hand to her forehead, her lips, and her heart in a tribal gesture of respect.
You say, 'Samiyah, what have you done?'.
Samiyah stumbles a little as she bows.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I have done as the Sahib instructed..'.
Cresom growls.
Samiyah says (in common), 'But more than that, it is not for me to say'.
Seraph beams a smile at Samiyah.
Cresom says (in common), 'again WHY'.
Seraph says, 'so now wish please by all means destroy the items'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'It is not for me to say, brother... but it is not for a bad purpose.'.
You frown. What's bothering you?
Cresom leaves up.
Samiyah leaves up.
Cresom arrives from above.
Cresom says (in common), 'rest'.
Cresom leaves up.
Seraph says, ‘I like to watch plain old steel and wood crumble'.
You say, 'Teva said something to me...I did not think it important at the time.'.
You say, 'But now I believe I understand. '.
You sigh.
Seraph says, 'Similus soul is gone'.
Seraph says, 'but it is still a nice weapon'.
Wish removes a mortar and pestle from his cloak.
Kandan arrives from above.
Kandan bows before you.
Kandan says (in common), 'evening Lord Wish'.
Wish reaches out and grabs a piece of dust from the air, puts it into the mortar.
You bow before him.
You say, 'hello Kandan. Good evening to you. Please stand back.'.
Samiyah arrives from above.
Kandan leaves up.
Samiyah touches her hand to her forehead, her lips, and her heart in a tribal gesture of respect.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Forgive me, Sahib, Cresom's grip was strong'.
Samiyah seems oddly at peace.
Wish adds some ectoplasm to the mortar.
Wish looks at Samiyah.
Seraph says, 'it is fine Samiyah'.
You say, 'please forgive me, Samiyah, for what I am about to do.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You do not have my permission to do anything to me'.
Wish quickly reaches out with his 7th tentacle and plucks a single strand of hair from Samiyah's head!
Samiyah says (in common), 'OW!'.
You say, 'Thank you.'.
Samiyah rubs her now disheveled braid.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You do not have my permission to be alchemizing me!'.
Kandan arrives from above.
Kandan says (in common), 'it safe ?'.
Seraph slowly pushes Samiyah behind him.
Samiyah says (in common), 'No, it isn't!'.
You say, 'For that, I do not need your permission, Samiyah.'.
You say, 'It is not quite safe, Kandan...you may stay...but be prepared to move fast.'.
Kandan nods.
Kandan nods.
Samiyah moves at Seraph's touch to behind Him.
You say, 'Sometimes these things are...imperfect.'.
A piece of red volcanic glass contains:
a vibrant, healthy houseplant [|1#]
(Limited Edition) a sepoid plushy [|1#]
You get a vibrant, healthy houseplant from a piece of red volcanic glass.
Seraph hand glows bright red as he touches Samiyah.
Wish gently, lovingly clips a single leaf from the houseplant and adds it to the pestle.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Seraph, please don't let him do anything to me!'.
You say, 'Foolish desert woman! I am doing nothing to you. I am doing everything for you! But mostly, I am simply trying to determine what you have done!'.
You say, 'Kandan, would you like to help?'.
Kandan says (in common), 'Sure'.
Seraph says, ‘I can answer that wish'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Kandan, if I have aided you, please do NOT. This is NOT of my will!
Please!'.
Kandan says (in common), 'oh'.
Kandan is confused.
You say, 'fine'.
You say, ‘I do not need Kandan's help.'.
Seraph says, 'stop your stuff wish and I will tell you'.
Wish ignores Seraph.
Kandan sits down and thinks deeply.
Seraph says, 'fine '.
You say, 'maybe some other time, Kandan'.
You say, 'if you wish to learn a little Alchemy'.
Kandan bows before you.
Wish begins to grind the leaf, the dust, and the hair with the pestle...occasionally adding a drop of ectoplasm.
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You put a vibrant, healthy houseplant in a piece of red volcanic glass.
Samiyah gazes up at her god, and breathes a moment, relaxing, faith in his protection evident.
Kandan sits down and thinks deeply.
Wish looks at the mortar… almost satisfied...then grinds a bit more.
You laugh.
Seraph says, 'Samiyah do you trust me?'.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I do, Sahib.'.
Kandan says (in common), ‘I only see Wish'.
Seraph says, 'good'.
Kandan says (in common), 'oh and a someone'.
Kandan bows deeply.
You say, 'Your trust in Seraph is misplaced, Samiyah'.
You say, 'He leads you only to continued pain...for his own pleasure.'.
Seraph pulls Samiyah’s soul from her body
Samiyah crumples to the floor.
You growl at Seraph. Grrrrrrrrrr... take that, Seraph!
Seraph holds it in his hands.
You say, 'You play with mortals, Seraph, like a kitten plays with a ball of yarn.'.
Kandan thinks that looked painful.
Seraph says, 'just ask me '.
You say, 'Put her soul back, Seraph.'.
Seraph says, 'trust you I do not and she is better off in my hands'.
Wish removes a pinch of the mixture from the mortar.
Wish holds up the mixture to his nose...and sniffs deeply.
Seraph says, 'drop it or destroy it, Wish, and I will bring her back'.
Wish's 1st and 3rd tentacles quiver slightly...then relax.
You say, ‘I will not.'.
You say, ‘I have discovered what I needed to know.'.
Seraph says, 'and what is that?'.
You smile happily.
You say, 'It was you who gave me the idea, Seraph.'.
You say, 'ironically!'.
Wish laughs maniacally.
You say, 'Do you recall? When I first said I would destroy Similus?'.
Seraph nods.
You say, 'You said "Change the name, it will still be Similus!"'.
Seraph nods.
Wish laughs maniacally.
You say, '...and so it came to me...'.
You say, 'Even if I were to destroy Similus, the helm and shield would still exist.'.
You say, 'and it was doubtful I could ever acquire those items.'.
Seraph says, 'they are just objects'.
You say, 'And so, I followed your advice.'.
You say, 'But I did not change the name of Similus.'.
You say, ‘I changed the name of something else...to Similus.'.
You say, 'And it was that object that Teva wielded in the Courtyard.'.
You say, 'And, which, as I have just now discovered, Samiyah touched with one of your silly gems.'.
You smile happily.
Seraph says, 'Teva wasn’t wielding Similus'.
You say, 'indeed he wasn't '.
Seraph says, 'Teva isn’t that smart'.
You say, 'He did not need to be smart.'.
You say, 'He needed to only be obedient.'.
Seraph says, 'see you cannot backstab with Similus'.
You say, ‘I never said he backstabbed with Similus'.
Seraph says, 'and the gem is drawn to Similus '.
You say, 'to the name, Seraph...to the name.'.
Seraph says, 'one thing you don’t know wish'.
You frown. What's bothering you?
You say, 'just one?'.
Seraph says, 'you can make a 1000 weapons named Similus, but the gem will only drain the real one. See Teva carried Similus on him and since the Dark lord crafted my items with MY soul … well you’re a smart fish'.
Wish glares at Seraph, evilly.
You say, ‘I am NOT a fish, Seraph.'.
Seraph says, 'Teva’s pride or stupidity would not let Similus out of his reach'.
You say, 'You are quite wrong on that point, Seraph. You can even ask Samiyah. She knows.'.
Seraph says, 'guess so'.
You say, 'Teva gave me Similus when she first touched it. He wanted nothing to do with your games. And so gave me Similus to present for Samiyah's touch.'.
Seraph says, 'either way I have no use for it anymore'.
You shake your head.
You say, 'No, I suppose not. But ask yourself one question... What do you think the gem that touched a fake Similus actually now contains?'.
You get a vibrant, healthy houseplant from a piece of red volcanic glass.
You juggle a vibrant, healthy houseplant.
You say, 'hmm is that it?'.
You say, 'or perhaps it is this...'.
Seraph reaches down and pushes Samiyah’s soul back into her body.
You juggle (Oozing) a bloody tentacle.
You shrug.
You say, ‘I suppose you will have to find out.'.
You put (Oozing) a bloody tentacle in a piece of red volcanic glass.
Samiyah groans and tries to rise.
Seraph says, 'as I stated before I have no use for Similus'.
Samiyah's eyes gaze up at Seraph, blind trust in them. 'Thank you for protecting me.'
You smile happily.
You say, 'no, I suppose you do not...The gems are your new toys.'.
Seraph says, 'it was the helm I truly wanted. I have no gems'.
Samiyah listens to the exchange, confused, but attempts to compose her limbs and garments modestly as she kneels.
You smile happily.
Wish reaches into his mortar and grabs another pinch of the mixture.
Seraph touches Samiyah’s cheek.
Samiyah closes her eyes at the touch. 'Sahib.'
Wish holds out a pinch of the mixture for Samiyah.
You say, 'Samiyah, you have taken many risks. You have put your faith in your God.'.
Samiyah nods.
You say, ‘I ask you now. Do you have faith in yourself?'.
Samiyah blinks at the odd question.
Samiyah breaks her gaze from Seraph, and glances at Wish. "I don't understand."
You say, 'It is a simple question. Do you trust yourself? Your own judgment? Your own mind?!'.
Samiyah says simply, 'You have been telling me for days that I cannot.'
You say, 'And you have denied my assertions.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Why, now, do you feel I can? Seraph has told me that my mind is not broken. I trust in Him.'.
You say, 'Did I say I felt you can? I did not. Forget about me. Forget about what Seraph has told you. For a moment, at least.'.
Samiyah says peacefully, 'Do you know what it feels like to have your soul held in someone's hands?'
You growl. Grrrrrrrrrr...
You say, ‘I do not. And I do not wish to. For I value freedom from such things above all else.'.
Samiyah gazes radiantly up at her God.
Wish withdraws his tentacle from Samiyah...and drops the mixture to the floor, stamping on it with his 4th tentacle.
You say, ‘I shall aid her no more.'.
Seraph says, 'Dear one he just doesn’t understand how I, a powerless god as he says, can have people share my beliefs and NOT have to cast spells or give them things'.
You smile at him.
You say, 'Seraph, it is you who does not understand. You have created a mindless slave. Not a worshipper. You may live with your slave. She will treat you as you wish.'.
Seraph says, 'oh wish I have many that share my beliefs'.
Samiyah says quietly, 'No. I am not a slave. I am just.. not hurting for the first time in weeks. I am at peace.'
Seraph gets a sly grin in his face.
Seraph says, 'even in your following people believe in me'.
You say, 'Not a slave you say, Samiyah?'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'No. I am not. But I know who healed me and I know who protected me and I know who has held my soul countless times.'.
You say, 'Then show me.'.
Samiyah continues to kneel at Seraph's feet, head up, gaze clear.
Seraph says, 'He is angry, Samiyah, that he has no power over you. See, Wish? I let her and others choose their path'.
You say, 'If you are free, as you say, then show me. Make one choice that Seraph does not abide.
Simply one.'.
Samiyah removes the decorative brooches holding her veil in place.
Samiyah unwinds the dark linen folds of fabric that cowl her hair.
Samiyah lifts the last drape that conceals her face.
Samiyah stops using an ornamented black linen headdress and veil.
Samiyah gazes at Wish with a bared face and a calm expression.
Wish reaches into his mortar, pinches the last little bit and holds it out to Samiyah.
You say, 'Take of my Alchemy, Samiyah, if you are so free.'.
Seraph says, 'you have broken a law Samiyah'.
Samiyah says, 'Yes, Sahib.'
You frown. What's bothering you?
Seraph growls at Samiyah. Better leave the room before the fighting starts.
Samiyah bows her head.
You shake your head.
You say, 'Slave.'.
Samiyah looks at you curiously, raising one eyebrow.
You say, 'Mindless'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'How so?'.
You say, 'Little'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You wished a demonstration. Did you not?'.
Seraph says, 'cover now Samiyah'.
You say, 'Who taught you those "laws", Samiyah? And was it not Seraph himself who said you had been mis-taught?'.
Samiyah drapes the veil over her head, wrapping it about to cover her face.
Samiyah wears an ornamented black linen headdress and veil on her head.
You say, 'Or that his "laws" had been twisted? That is not a demonstration. That is a farce. Take of my Alchemy and I shall be convinced.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'So.. only the task that you wish done is sufficiently potent an act? Is that not as controlling as you say Seraph is?'.
Seraph says, 'she has proven it'.
You say, 'It is the only thing that will convince me. But it is your choice. Or, should I say, Seraphs' choice?'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Without knowing what it would do?'.
You say, ‘I will tell you what it will do.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'is that not foolish, beyond even a 'foolish desert girl' ?'.
You say, 'You have done many foolish things of late, Samiyah. What is one more?'.
Seraph says, 'she doesn’t have to convince you'.
You say, 'No, she does not, Seraph.'.
Seraph says, 'her beliefs do not belong to you wish'.
Samiyah blinks and smiles a bit, her veil chimes ringing. 'Well. That much is very true.'
You say, 'Her beliefs do not even belong to herself. You take her soul from her body like a child rips the head off its dolls.'.
Seraph says, 'so run back to your fake god and let her do as she pleases'.
Samiyah says, "I am a 'foolish desert girl.'" Her tone does not make a mockery of herself, but rather reclaims it.
You nod in recognition to her.
Samiyah tilts her head to one side. 'What did it feel like when you stood in the presence of Nash?'
Wish glares at Samiyah, eyes huge round eyes unblinking.
Seraph laughs.
Seraph says, 'Molo was the Nashite Faith'.
You say, 'It felt like brotherhood, Samiyah....brotherhood.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'belonging. That is what I feel when Seraph holds my spirit in his hands.'.
You sigh.
Samiyah says (in common), 'but you have never revealed what it would do.'.
Samiyah indicates the alchemical mixture with a nod.
Seraph says, 'he would lie anyways'.
You say, ‘I suppose we shall never know, shall we?'.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I have asked. You have said that you would say it.. but then not done so.'.
You nod in recognition to her.
You say, 'It contains a bit of you, Samiyah. A bit of me. And a bit of Seraph.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'And what is its intent?'.
You say, 'Its intent is to let you have faith in yourself.'.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I am yet.. becoming. I will know when I have found my wings.'.
Samiyah smiles a little.
You say, 'Sniff it...and you will see for yourself what is true and what is not. Seraph...Me...our influence shall be removed...for a time...'.
Seraph says, 'she knows who she is'.
You say, 'Does she? Then why was she in my temple not a few days ago begging me to tell her if she was sane or not?!'.
Samiyah's brow furrows as she frowns, looking troubled.
You say, 'Do you think Coral Cave has no ears?'.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I have not been to your temple since I touched Similus.'.
You laugh.
Seraph says, 'your choice Samiyah'.
You say, 'Ahh...and so that is what Seraph made you forget.'
Seraph says, ‘I made her forget nothing'.
You say, 'You were in my cave just a few days ago, Samiyah. Just before Cresom came to you in the desert. Just before you called out for home.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Seraph did not make me forget anything - I studied a Lyrical '.
You say, 'Well, it is beside the point.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Ask Cresom if you do not believe me.'.
You say, ‘I already have. I know it was a lyrical that you studied.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Then why say that Seraph did it?'.
Samiyah looks at you curiously, raising one eyebrow.
Seraph says, 'to turn you against me'.
You say, 'It was Seraph that coded the lyrical. That much is obvious. You came to Coral Cave...seeking me out...seeking my advice. And Seraph was jealous.'.
Seraph laughs.
Seraph says, 'Maybe it was you, Wish, so you can try and warp her mind'.
You say, 'It was not. I am not known to be a liar, Seraph...unlike yourself.'.
Zarathos gossips (in common), 'I'm not the grammar police but how is Undisturbingly a word?'.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'you have talked to me while I have been drinking '.
Cresom gossips (in common), 'that is how'.
Seraph laughs.
You say, 'Your reputation is well known, Seraph. '.
Wish waves a tentacle with impatience.
Samiyah looks back and forth between the two of you.
Seraph says, 'so it seems people know me better then I know myself'.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I have your word, Wish?'.
You say, 'As I have said, Samiyah...the alchemy will let you see for yourself.'.
Seraph says, 'Samiyah do as you wish'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'This will end your arguments and harassment?'.
You say, 'You have my word. It will clear Seraphs' influence. It will clear mine.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'And it will do as you have said - simply remove influences for a time?'.
You say, 'It will.'.
Seraph steps back away from Samiyah.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You have no influence on me, Wish.'.
Samiyah's voice falters as Seraph moves away.
You say, 'Everyone has influences on you, Samiyah. Everyone.'.
Seraph says, 'your choice'.
You say, 'To believe otherwise is to live in a dream.'.
Samiyah asks quietly, 'Will you be angry with me?'
Seraph says, 'Either stand up and say no, or drink and see where it takes you'.
Seraph says, 'Either way: No weakness'.
You say, 'For a time, however, your own will take root. Will push out all others. And especially Seraph's and mine.'.
You say, 'it is not a drink, Seraph. It is snuff. It must be inhaled.'.
Samiyah rises with some difficulty, her legs having gone numb from kneeling for so long.
Seraph folds his hands behind his back.
Wish gazes at Samiyah with anticipation.. and respect.
You say, 'Prove me wrong, Samiyah. Prove you are a woman...not a girl.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'This will strip away any argument anyone could make that you unduly influence me, or that my choices are not my own. It shows them the liar, when they see me choose. And choose again. And choose yet again - each time there is a crossroads.'.
You say, 'For a time, Samiyah...For a time.'.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I am not doing this to prove anything to you, Wish. I have faith in my God. And this, to me, is the greatest way I can prove it to him, unquestionably. Though, my logic is a bit odd, I will admit.'.
Seraph folds his hands in front of him, as his wings fold around him.
Samiyah says (in common), 'With no influences, I will still choose him.'.
Samiyah extends her hand towards Wish and the mortar.
You say, 'And if that is so, I shall forever withdraw, Samiyah. I shall attempt to aid, influence, or persuade you no more. That, I vow on Lord Nash.'.
Wish extends his tentacle out with the last little bit of mixture...handing it carefully to Samiyah.
You say, 'through the nose, Samiyah...through the nose.'.
Samiyah takes it, turns, and faces Seraph once more, sliding back down to her knees.
Samiyah looks up at Him, and inhales it, her eyes gazing up into his face.
Wish looks on curiously.. his skin shimmering yellow, then blood red, then purple, then settling on black and white.
Samiyah sways a moment, her eyes drifting closed.
Seraph looks down at Samiyah.
Samiyah opens her eyes, finding Seraph's face immediately.
Samiyah removes the decorative brooches holding her veil in place.
Samiyah unwinds the dark linen folds of fabric that cowl her hair.
Samiyah lifts the last drape that conceals her face.
Samiyah stops using an ornamented black linen headdress and veil.
Samiyah says simply, 'Sahib.'
Seraph nods in recognition to Samiyah.
Seraph says, 'how do you feel?'.
Wish quietly puts his mortar and pestle into the piece of volcanic glass.
Samiyah wrinkles her brow in thought.
Samiyah says (in common), '..Sand-scoured.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Like... I stood amidst a sand-storm.'.
Wish reaches up with his 6th tentacle and scratches just under his beak.
Samiyah allows, 'A bit lightheaded, but that is nothing new of late.'
Samiyah adds thoughtfully, ‘I do not hear Similus anymore.'
Samiyah shrugs her shoulders experimentally. ‘I still feel...' She smiles a bit.
Samiyah's glance up to Seraph's face communicates clearly her meaning.
Seraph smiles at you.
You say, 'The time is passing, Samiyah. But the things you learn will never leave you.'.
Seraph says, 'she knows what she wants, Wish'.
Seraph holds out his hand towards Samiyah.
Samiyah lays her small hand in his.
You sigh.
Samiyah glances over her shoulder at Wish and blinks.
Before you stands a strange elven man with
mesmerizing, translucent skin. It flashes and wavers with
many bright hues, helping him to both blend into his
surroundings, and convey his quickly changing emotions.
His eyes are uncommonly large, even for an elf, and you
begin to feel uncomfortable when you notice that they never
seem to blink. With those menacing eyes he seems to be boring
into the cold depths of your very soul...
Wish is bathed in the essence of charisma.
Wish is in perfect health.
You smile at her.
Samiyah looks closely, opens her mouth to speak, then closes it.
Seraph lifts her to her feet and embraces her, his wings wrapping around her.
Samiyah prays, 'He is an ELF! A very strange looking ELF!'
What's bothering you?
Seraph says, 'he is a squishy'.
Wish momentarily feels unsteady...but quickly shivers and is back to ...normal.
You say, 'Her choice is made. And I now know she is no slave. She is no foolish desert girl.'.
Samiyah looks at you.
Samiyah smiles crookedly, 'Oh, but I am.'
Samiyah adds, 'Foolish, that is.'
You shake your head.
Samiyah continues to kneel, her hand in Seraph's.
You say, 'The practice of Alchemy has its consequences, Samiyah. You shall now live with yours.'.
Seraph says, 'rise, Samiyah'.
Samiyah stands obediently.
You say, ‘I have made my vow. I shall not aid, influence, or attempt to persuade you again.'.
Seraph nods in recognition to you.
Samiyah tilts her head to one side and asks, 'Do you still think I am crazy?'
You say, 'Crazy? No, it is clear you are not. However, be forewarned: If you enter Coral Cave again, I shall assume it is at Seraph's bidding. And Seraph's bidding is nothing but poison, as far as I am concerned.'.
Samiyah blinks slowly, 'Even though I have demonstrated my ability to make my own choices?'
Seraph says, ‘I must go '.
You say, 'The practice of Alchemy has consequences, Samiyah.'.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I was hoping that if we could get past this unpleasantness, that I could teach you to be a bard.'.
Samiyah touches her hand to her forehead, her lips, and her heart in a tribal gesture of respect.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Sahib'.
You laugh.
Seraph kisses Samiyah on her forehead.
Seraph nods in recognition to you.
Samiyah says (in common), 'My thanks for your blessing, Sahib'.
You say, ‘I have no desire to be a bard...and less desire to be taught by a bard of Seraph's.'.
You nod in recognition to him.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You are very vexing!'.
Seraph steps into the shadows.
Samiyah returns her veil to its place.
Samiyah wears an ornamented black linen headdress and veil on her head.
You say, 'Vexing? No, Samiyah, I suppose I am just as foolish as you.'.
Samiyah looks at you.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You would make a good bard. You are very convincing. I was hoping to help you write something about Nash that doesn't involve ... well.. But .. as you say. Consequences.'.
Samiyah's voice is sad.
You say, 'I, and many others have told you, Samiyah, that Seraph has ill intent. You have freely chosen to follow him.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'and would your .. snuff.. have revealed that?'.
You say, ‘I must assume that you too have ill intent.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Clear as day to my eyes?'.
You say, 'It would have revealed him to have lied to you. You were in my cave. It was him who bade you forget. Through the lyrical, perhaps.. But it was him.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Then it seems that I am the only one who he speaks truth to - for I saw no lie.'.
You shrug.
Samiyah says (in common), 'If I forgot a thing... perhaps then, it was a healing. For I feel better than I have in a long time. Since touching Similus. I do not feel its ache within me. I do not fear sleep. I feel.. peace.'.
You say, 'That is good. '.
Samiyah glances at you, her eyes moving the whole of your form.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Perhaps forgetting is a good thing sometimes. For it sounds that I was hurt, in your cave, and now I am better.'.
Wish shifts uncomfortably under Samiyah's gaze.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Shattered, is the word you have both used. Yet now, I feel .. whole.'.
Wish lifts up his 2nd tentacle to rub his eyes...or is it his 3rd tentacle?
Samiyah smiles crookedly. 'Belief is, I am told, a very powerful thing.'
You frown. What's bothering you?
Her eyes return to you, looking curiously.
You say, ‘I am...tired. It is late. '.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Good night, Sahib. I suppose this is the last time we shall ever speak, if I understand you. It has not always been a pleasure, but it has always been provoking of thoughts.'.
You frown. What's bothering you?
You say, ‘I did not say I would not speak to you. And I did not say you may not speak to me. Where did you get such an idea?'.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I am unwelcome. You have said it. I am Seraph's creature. Ill intended. You have said it.'.
You say, ‘I said you are unwelcome in Coral Cave. That is my home.'.
Samiyah says (in common), ‘I will offend you with speech no more, though that makes me sad.'.
You say, ‘I do not wish Seraph or his minions, of which you are clearly one, to enter it.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'and with your words, I am bound and forbidden.'.
You say, 'That is your choice, Samiyah. I speak with many who have ill intent. Of that I am unafraid.'.
Samiyah bows slightly.
You say, 'Speak to me or do not speak to me. I bind you not in that regard.'.
Samiyah says softly, ‘I wish you no ill.'
You say, 'Seraph wishes all ill-will. It is his nature. And now also yours.'.
Samiyah looks at you sadly. ‘I am not Seraph. Just as you are not Nash.'.
You say, 'Samiyah, did he not have your soul in his hands? Did your body not fall to the ground without your control? Lord Nash does not have my soul, the way you have given Seraph yours.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'He did. If I did - and I probably did, I tend to do that a lot - I was not cons..aware of it.'.
Samiyah lifts a head to the fabric swathed around her head. 'Padding' She says with a crooked smile.
You say, 'Exactly. You were not aware of it. What else might you not be aware of at his bidding?'.
You say, 'Do not answer, it is rhetorical. But now you understand why you are not welcome in Coral Cave.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'No, I am not aware of it, because when he takes my spirit, I am already.. elsewhere. I do not see anything. Hear anything. Feel anything.'.
You bow before her.
You say, 'May the Light of Lord Nash shine upon thee.'.
Samiyah says (in common), '.. and upon you, Sahib Wish, if it pleases you.'.
Samiyah looks at you again.
Fare thee well!
Brotherhood
(Log by Samiyah)
You tell Cresom (in common), '*softly, joyfully* Brother.'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'yes Sister?'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'I just wished to hear your voice.'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'and tell you thank you.'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'i am here for you'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'I know.'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'I am.. healed.'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'Better. Better than I have been since I first touched Similus.'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'There was much arguing and Seraph and Wish are angry with one another, but..'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'how did that happen?'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'I think Wish no longer believes me crazy.'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'Seraph trusts my faith.'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'and I am healed.'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'Wish was threatening me with something he would not explain, and Seraph drew my soul and held it safe.'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'When he returned it... the hurt and the tired and the dreams and Similus.. were all gone.'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'he is still bad you know that right'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'and then wish explained, and I sniffed this very smelly stuff... '.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'wish is good '.
You tell Cresom (in common), '*simply* Wish's aura is the same color as Seraph's...'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'And Wish's potion made me see any lie, removed any influences, stripped any spell'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'aura is an aura but people can act diff'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'And there was _No Lies_ in Seraph with regards to me. I would have seen it.'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'So .. just as with enemies - you are deadly and capable of dealing death, but gentle with those you care for..'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'So is Seraph. He has not lied to me. The spell would have seen it.'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'just be careful '.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'I will.'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'i will protect you from everything if you let me '.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'I like to think that each time he holds my soul, that perhaps it is me, corrupting him, and making him better...'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'So.'.
You tell Cresom (in common), 'What adventure shall we undertake? :)'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'none if you are going to still submit to what he wants'.
You tell Cresom (in common), '*shocked*'.
You tell Cresom (in common), '... what?'.
Cresom tells you (in common), 'i will do what you want but you can only use me for his stuff so long'.
You tell Cresom (in common), '*slowly* Do you feel I have used you for ill deeds, Cresom?'.
Hallway
[Exits: north east south west down]
(Dark Cyan Aura) Cresom is here.
Samiyah looks at you, her eyes horrified.
Cresom looks at you.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Cresom, do you believe that I have ever asked you to do something bad, because Seraph wanted me to?'.
Cresom says (in common), 'i don't think you have ask'd me to do anything bad '.
Cresom says (in common), 'i wouldn't do bad things'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I would never ask you to.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'How can you even say that I would 'use you for his stuff' ?'.
Cresom says (in common), 'bad choice of words '.
Samiyah reaches up and cups your face, her dark eyes searching yours.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Cresom, your are my sworn brother, and I would not ask you - ever- not even for my own life - to do bad things.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'you want me to forgive you right? when you do things you know that will upset me '.
Cresom says (in common), 'bad things has a big moat that is in the middle '.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I make choices that only I can make. And yes, sometimes they hurt me.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'But no one can control the life or choices of another.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'true '.
Cresom says (in common), 'but at times you have to think how it will affect others'.
Samiyah says softly and sadly, 'Wish says that I am Seraph's creature, and unwelcome in his home. Am I unwelcome in your heart now?'
Cresom says (in common), 'Sister you are the reason I am here right now '.
Cresom says (in common), 'nothing will harm you and i will always be here for you '.
Samiyah nods.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I am sorry that I hurt you by my choices.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I don't ever want to do that.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You are my family.'.
Cresom says (in common), 'you don't hurt me '.
Cresom says (in common), 'just confuse me '.
You giggle.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I confuse everyone, especially sometimes me!'.
Cresom says (in common), 'i am strong '.
Cresom says (in common), 'so hurt doesn't matter'.
Cresom says (in common), 'it is the stuff i don't know that scares me '.