Immortal Thoughts About Immortality

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As part of her Triat Mastery Quest, Katrana was required to speak to several immortals about their thoughts on Immortality. Below is the transcript of those conversations.

Tiax:

Tiax: you wanna ask those questions?

Katrana: Yea I do. First of all how do you like being an FLI?

Tiax: In what detail should I answer that question?

Katrana: as much as you like. Not anything illegal tho. 

Tiax: illegal? Sheesh. Boring...

Katrana: hehe

Tiax: no no that's not my answer I like being an fli...

Katrana: cool

Tiax: It gives me more ways to be there for others. How do you say, entertain them in some kind and help them in another way

Katrana: nodnod

Tiax: which is why I do both..

Katrana: cool

Tiax: or try. hehe

Katrana: my next question is what is the hardest or most frustrating part

Tiax: For me or in general?

Katrana: both

Tiax: hehe I don't know how to say this but I'll try anyway

Katrana: Please try

Tiax: I think the hardest part is to keep it fun for yourself while keep it fun for as many people as possible

Katrana: nods

Tiax: and rather getting complaints then rewards - which is why you have to keep your head straight of what is your goal

Katrana: nodnod

Tiax: but then again, I'm hardly a fli... so I might have different issues later

Katrana: You are newer, doesn't make you less of one

Tiax: makes me less experienced - though I hoped you would come to me, when I saw your tmq

Katrana: everyone has to start somewhere, plus half of the wizlist is new. I did come to you, YAY

Tiax: half of the wizlist is half of the playerbase hehe. That's a tough part as well *snicker*. Oh and your laptop not doing its work properly or rather disfunctioning. That's tough too

Katrana: that would stink, hehe

Tiax: and zmud not working properly etc

Katrana: that sucks. I had problems with mapper *laugh*. zmud has been nice besides that, hehe.

Katrana: hmm my next question. I've forgotten all of them. *laugh*. What is one trait all FLI no matter alignment should have

Tiax: I got them on email but it's on the laptop. Hehe. They should be lawful to tfc's rules in actions and spirits

Katrana: nodnod

Tiax: at least that's what I think. Ok whenever you are ready for the next question

Katrana: let me think. If you had one piece of advice to give to someone seeking to be an immortal what would it be

Tiax: one piece? Gasp. Ehm.. I don't know the word for it. Be persistant..stubborn...patient. To have ideals of what a god is, isn't enough. Once you decide you wanna do it, go for it

Katrana: nods

Tiax: But maybe that's not an advice… but it surely helps to shorten the way to immortality. Every rank you get while being immortal gives you more responsibilities and thus more control and rewards

Katrana: nods

Tiax: As ambassador that's minimal so you have to be pretty determined

Katrana: is there anything you think that I should know? Hehe

Tiax: yay! No you know all hehe

Katrana: I know all I see all! hehe

Tiax: I think you had a pretty good example....*grin* Although everyone does it differently. I don't know what you should know..

Katrana: *laugh*

Tiax: Everyone does it their ways and it's prolly best. Like I said, I'm the lawful obedient immortal. I try to do exactly what I think an imm should do

Katrana: Alrighty

Tiax: I thought you had more questions in that email. I have to look it up tomorrow. *grin*

Katrana: yea. Heh. I had more questions than that. I can't remember them all. Hehe. *poke self*

Tiax: *roll*

Katrana: *laugh*
(End Log)

Tynian:

You tell Tynian (in common), '*curtsey* Just to ask a few questions about having been an FLI:) If you have the time'.
Tynian is collecting tells.

Tynian tells you, 'I'm curious. What questions?'

You tell Tynian (in common), 'Well questions from when you were an FLI... sooo, a question like, did you enjoy being an FLI?'.

Tynian tells you, 'yes, it was great'.

You tell Tynian (in common), 'And some questions like, what was the hardest part of being an FLI?'.

Tynian tells you, 'Not being able to directly inflict pain and punishment on non-followers'.

You tell Tynian (in common), '*laugh* Yea, I can imagine that:) Mind if I ask just a couple more? I don't wanna take up your time if you are busy'.

Tynian tells you, 'Go ahead'.

You tell Tynian (in common), 'What was the best part of it?'.

Tynian tells you, 'Nurturing a group of characters to have fun with, and watch them get bigger and more powerful'.

You tell Tynian (in common), ':) And Last question..What is the most important characteristic for any FLI to have and carry throughout their days as a deity?'.

Tynian tells you, 'Patience! :>'.

You tell Tynian (in common), '*smile* Thank you soooooooo much for your time Lord Tynian:) I really appreciate it *curtsey*'.

Tynian tells you, 'No problem'.


Bliss:

You tell Bliss (in common), '*smile* Thanks:) First I want to ask how you like being an FLI'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, 'I love it'.

You tell Bliss (in common), 'what is the most rewarding part of it all?'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, 'Watching my followers grow, being there to support them in their growth'.
Bliss [GS] tells you, 'And er...rifting them :O'.

You tell Bliss (in common), '*smile* *laugh* I like that part!!'.
You tell Bliss (in common), 'What is the hardest part?'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, 'With a large following..a pk following, handling inter-following squabbles, disciplining followers'.

You tell Bliss (in common), '*nods* Is it hard not being able to tell a follower no don't do that, if you are watching them walk into danger?'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, 'No...I just watch them very carefully :)'.
Bliss [GS] tells you, 'And I hope they learn from their experiences, both good and bad'.

You tell Bliss (in common), '*nods*'.
You tell Bliss (in common), 'What is the most important characteristic you think and FLI should have?'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, 'Be strong when it comes to enforcing your rules, no matter how difficult it is'.
Bliss [GS] tells you, 'But be fair'.

You tell Bliss (in common), '*nods* So be fair and be steadfast to your rules'.
You tell Bliss (in common), 'One last question:) What is one piece of advice you would give a person who is seeking to be immortal be?'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, '*nod* Well also, we're all here to have a good time..you have to be able to read your followers well'.

You tell Bliss (in common), '*smile*nods*'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, 'You need to realize that there is quite a bit more responsibility as an immortal, an FLI'.

You tell Bliss (in common), '*nods* '.

Bliss [GS] tells you, 'An entire group of people depend on your activity, your attention...and sometimes that gets hard,'.
Bliss [GS] tells you, 'along with the other administrative duties you would have as an immortal. '.
Bliss [GS] tells you, 'Such as disciplining unruly newbies, etc'.

You tell Bliss (in common), '*nods* So you need to remember that you aren't just a player anymore, you are someone that people in the Realm look to'.
You tell Bliss (in common), 'Who they depend on...and need'.

You tell Bliss (in common), '*smile* Thank you sooooooo much for your time, and your answers:) I appreciate them both. *curtsey*'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, 'I lost link I'm sorry'.

You tell Bliss (in common), '*smile* what was the last thing you heard?'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, 'Not sure what I missed'.
Bliss [GS] tells you, 'Let me scroll back'.
Bliss [GS] tells you, 'you said who they depend on...and need'.

You tell Bliss (in common), 'Do you agree?'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, '*nod*'.

You tell Bliss (in common), '*smile* Well Lady Bliss, I believe that is it, thank you soooo much for your time and answers, I really appreciate them'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, 'Certainly :) Hope I could help'.

You tell Bliss (in common), 'oh you did:) *curtsey*'.

Bliss [GS] tells you, '*curtsey*'.


Myronides:

Myronides tells you, 'shoot'.

You tell Myronides (in common), 'Thanks:) It is all about being an immortal:) How do you like being one?'.

Myronides tells you, 'it's diffrent. But a good deal of fun'.

You tell Myronides (in common), '*nods* Would you say that at times it is frustrating?'.

Myronides tells you, 'not at all'.

You tell Myronides (in common), '*smiles* What were your reasons for wanting to be one?'.
You tell Myronides (in common), '(if you don't mind me askin:) )'.

Myronides tells you, 'well I had literally done everything else as a mortal, so figured it was about time'.

You tell Myronides (in common), 'yea, you did accomplish everything *smirk*'.

Myronides tells you, 'well I did :) wasn't much more I could do so figured go up!'.

You tell Myronides (in common), '*laugh* you got that right'.
You tell Myronides (in common), '*ponder* If there was one piece of advice you would give to a mortal thinking about becoming an immortal what would it be?'.

Myronides tells you, 'Have a fun and original idea, but don't get to bogged down in minute details'.

You tell Myronides (in common), 'I think that is it:) Thanks so much for answering my questions!!'.

Myronides tells you, 'no problemo'.


Athorne:

You tell Athorne (in common), 'If you aren't busy could I ask you a couple questions for my Triat Mastery quest?'.

Athorne tells you, 'You have my undevided attention.'.

You tell Athorne (in common), '*smile* *curtsey* Just a few hopefully simple questions. And my many thanks for your time:)'.

Athorne tells you, ':0'.
Athorne tells you, 'Where might I meet up with you?'.

You tell Athorne (in common), 'oohhh amphitheater?'.

Athorne tells you, 'it is much more personal face to face.'.

A flash of searing white light blinds you.
Your ears rattle as a loud crack of thunder rolls down from the heavens.
When your eyes finally focus through the haze....
Athorne is standing before you.

You curtsey to him.
You say (in common), 'Thank you so much for coming:)'.

Athorne says, 'How do I like being an immortal eh?'.

Clue says, 'nice entry, Athorne'.

You nod.

Athorne says, 'Thank you Clue.'.
Athorne smiles happily.

Athorne says, 'Well it is everything I had immagined, and much much more.'.

You smile happily.
You say (in common), 'That is always good'.

Athorne says, 'I first was a student, I leanred slowly...'.

You smile happily.
You nod.

Athorne says, 'now I am a teacher..'.
Athorne says, 'and still leanring slowly :)'.

smile
You smile happily.

Athorne says, 'I enjoy it very much'.

You nod.

Clue says, 'i think i'd have to agree with that'.

You say (in common), 'So even being an immortal you still learn '.
You smile happily.
You say (in common), 'good to know, I would think it would get boring if there was nothing else to learn'.
You smile happily.

Athorne says, 'Of course'.

You nod.

Athorne says, 'If you new everything what fun would it be?'.
Athorne chuckles, evidently amused.

You say (in common), 'Very true'.
You smile happily.
You say (in common), 'What is the most frustrating part of being an immortal (if you are allowed to say, if not, just make something up)'.
You giggle.

Athorne relaxes and lights his pipe...
Athorne says, 'The most frusterating problem, is watching people not heed your teachings,'.

Clue nods.

Athorne says, 'Watching them not learn from their mistakes.'.

You nod.
You say (in common), 'I can imagine that would be horribly upsetting and frustrating'.
You say (in common), 'Because sometimes you can only watch...'.
You nod.

Athorne says, 'When they are new to the game, you just have to let it happen'.

You nod.

Athorne says, 'That is how people learn'.

You nod.

Athorne says, 'Through the experiences. Not some short fat guy preaching to them :0'.

Clue says, 'i hint and hint and hint, and sometimes it's for nothing'.

You giggle.
You nod.
You say (in common), 'Some will learn the first time, others the second, and some will never learn'.

Athorne nods in recognition to you.

Clue says, 'truth'.

You say (in common), 'and some you just wanna rift it into their little heads'.
You laugh.

Athorne blows a gigantic smoke ring encompassing the room...

You say (in common), 'okay back to the questions'.
You smile happily.

Athorne smiles happily.

You say (in common), 'What do you believe is the absolute best part of being an FLI?'.

Clue says, 'that's one i can't answer, yet'.

You smile at her.

Athorne says, 'The satisfaction of seeing your people prevail, to figure things out on their own'.

You nod.

Athorne says, 'Once they dont need me my job is done...'.

You say (in common), 'Just knowing that they have learned, and are succeeding?'.

Athorne smiles happily.

You smile happily.
You nod.

Athorne nods in recognition to you.

You say (in common), 'Here is one for you Clue!'.
You say (in common), 'What is the best part of being an Ambassador!'.
You smile happily.

Athorne says, 'I am paying my "Debt to Society". I was once in mortal shoes as well, and Tripper took me in, gave me home. '.

You nod in recognition to him.

Athorne says, 'Now I give that back to those who seek me out'.

You smile happily.

You say (in common), 'Does your adventures and times as a mortal help you in your days now as an FLI?'.

Clue says, 'seeing a raw, TRUE newbie recognize and figger out enough to stay'.

You smile at her.
You nod in recognition to her.

Clue says, 'getting through their UNknowledge'.

Athorne says, 'Of course, the experiences that I learned as a mortal, I pass on to my followers, and young ones who wanna listen to an old mans ramble'.
Athorne beams a smile at Clue.

You say (in common), 'Is it just me or are true newbies just cute sometimes *laugh*'.

Athorne says, 'you do it very well too Clue'.

You nod in recognition to him.

Athorne bows before Clue.

Clue says, 'sometimes, when they're not frustrating'.

You say (in common), 'oh only fools would think of it as rambling:) It's wisdom and advice'.

You giggle.

Athorne says, 'Rayray was quite a catch'.

Clue says, 'thank you, Athorne'.

Athorne chuckles, evidently amused.

You smirk.
You say (in common), 'Last Question'.
You smile happily.
You say (in common), 'If you had one piece of advice to give to a mortal who might be petitioning to be an immortal, what would it be?'.
You smile happily.

Clue says, 'be prepared to UNlearn a lot of habits'.

You smirk.

Athorne says, 'Think it over for a long time, speak to other immortals apart from the one you follow, you will know in your heart if you should or not...'.
Athorne says, 'Do not take it lightly, and never take it for your own personal gain...'.

You nod.
You say (in common), 'Very wise advice'.
You smile happily.

Athorne takes a long pull on his ivory pipe..

You say (in common), 'Thank you for your time Lord Athorne, I GREATLY appreciate it'.
You smile happily.

Athorne says, 'Joining a following is one thing, running one is completely different...'.
Athorne smiles at you.

You nod in recognition to him.

Athorne says, 'My pleasure. I am glad I could help...'.

You smile happily.
You say (in common), 'You have been quite a help'.
You smile happily.

Athorne smiles happily.
Athorne snubs his pipe out on the soul of his boot.

You smile happily.
You curtsey to him.

Athorne says, 'I will take my leave then, Ladies....'.
Athorne bows before you.

You smile happily.

Clue curtseys gracefully to Athorne.

Athorne bows before Clue.
Athorne smiles, winks, and in a flash of brilliant white light, is gone.


Kerriariadne


Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'What may I do to aid you?'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'Well, quite simple, and painless *giggle* I need you to answer a few questions, if you have the time'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'hmm'.
Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'What's your favorite flavor? *grins*'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), '*laugh* depends flavor of what:P *smiles* plus I do the askin' *grin*'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'Aha. I see.'.
Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'Okay. Ask away.'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), '*smiles* First of all, how to you like being an FLI'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'You mean am I enjoying it?'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'Well do you enjoy it, is different then you thought, you still don't know *smile*'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'Aha.'.
Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'I LOVE it. It's fabulous.'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'Wooo, what is your most favorite thing about being an FLI'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'I knew I would love it...'.
Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'hmm'.
Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'Probably spreading the Booga's love. (RIFT)'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'Ohhh, being one who loves rift, that is lovely to hear *smile*'.
You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'What is the most frustrating part of being an FLI?'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'The most frustrating part...'.
Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'Either finding room for everything my Darklings bring to me, or keeping them entertained.'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), '*nods* '.
You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'Last question *smile*'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'Ask me many more! :)'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'YAY:)'.
You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'If you were to give one piece of advice to one who might petition to the immortals to be an FLI what would it be?'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'ooops I lied I have another to ask too *laugh*'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'heh'.
Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'I must rift you, then.'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'Wooo a rift from the Booga I would be honored tho!!'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'Well, first things first.'.
Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'There's a lot of things I'd say -- but first & foremost is to remember this is still just a game. You have to keep it light & fun.'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'nods'.
You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'That is one everyone should remember not just immortals *smiles*'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'Well, it's the first thing. :)'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), '*nods* definately'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'There's also Good Things To Know about EQ management, keeping followers alive, neat games to play while an Ambassador...'.
Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'All the reading, Neat Events for the Following (like "Hunt the Booga").'.
Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, '...and "Booga Hunts You!"'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), '*nods* WOOOO'.
You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'hehe'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'And much more.'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'Games like that are really neat I love that'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), '*smiles* My last question, what is the most important trait any FLI should have?'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'To be listed in my finfo?'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), '*cackle*'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, '*grins*'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'Yea, I would consider that WAY important'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), ':)'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'All FLIs should also know the pleasures of a good rift-giving.'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'I'm a mortal and I know that already!! *smiles*'.
You tell Kerriariadne (in common), '*bounces around rifting folks*'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'MUHA! :)'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'Wooohoo!'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'Well, that ends my questioning...Many thanks to you Lord Booga, I have enjoyed my chat with you:)'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, 'It has been a pleasure. Please call on me again. *grins*'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), '*smile* I will:) May be just to chat on the enjoyment of rift:)'.

Kerriariadne gossips, 'weeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!'.

Kerriariadne [GS] tells you, '(That was for you. hehe)'.

You tell Kerriariadne (in common), 'wheeeeeeeeeeeee, you rock!'.