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[ Now that the various fun times all over the map have come to a close (he hopes), there's a thing everyone should probably know about. At least in his own court, because who even knows what the Unseelie would do about it...

Leo looks kind of sheepish, because really, this probably should've come up already. But you really can't blame him when the Citadel was under attack at the time, and he's going to stick to that. ]

I should probably mention that whole... [ He waves a hand vaguely. ] ...creating a god thing, huh?

[ Easy enough. Moving on. ]

So who wants to help me build some new shrines and stuff?

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Leo, wasn't it?

[Diarmuid remembers him from the meeting at the Cothromach not long ago, and while he often finds himself thinking that nothing anyone says in this place will surprise him anymore, this definitely catches him by surprise.]

I didn't realize gods could be...created...

[But hadn't Alyosha told him just how much power a shard holds? Why not?]

What kind of god, if you don't mind me asking?

That's me. And you're not the only one - I mean, we have creation myths for all of ours back home, but none of them really go like this. [ None that he knows of, anyway. Maybe his father had done it before. Who knows what that guy's been up to for the past few millennia? ] We made him in the forge; it was pretty awesome.

His name's Kaio, the god of Fire of Smoke.

In a forge?

[Diarmuid blinks in surprise. Who knew he could become even more so than he was a moment ago?]

My father was a god and I am pretty sure I don't remember any of our creation stories involving forges...

[Ah, but what the new god rules over really gets Diarmuid's attention and when he next speaks, he does so in a way that suggests he doesn't realize he is speaking out loud.]

A new god of fire... To replace what we lost...

[It's a spark. A glimmering reminder that maybe there is still another path besides those the monarchs push on them.]

What kind of help do you need most? I am a woodworker, so building shrines is something I would have no trouble with, but shrines are not worth much without appropriate offerings.

Yeah, that happened.

[ Don't ask. He doesn't get it either.

That comment makes him smile, though, excited as he could ever be. ] He's awesome! As soon as he was born, I got my power with fire back! I mean, he isn't strong enough to power anyone outside of, like, one room, but it was great while it lasted. That's what the shrines are going to be for, though.

I'll need help building shrines and spreading the word across Glaschu - even just small ones will work, as long as the people who go there believe in him. As for offerings... He liked coal? I'm going to try making him some toys, too - something he can play with while he's still small and figuring this godly thing out. What else would you give a god of fire, anyway? I mean, my dad is one, but he covers more than just the fire thing, so that part doesn't get much focus anymore.

I am afraid I am not the one to ask either. My father was a god of love, youth, and poetry. Fire was not his concern.

[Diarmuid's expression grows contemplative for a few moments, his fingers tapping idly against his chin.]

Though, coal would be a good place to start if he likes it. Young versions of anything enjoy toys, so that is a good idea too. What kind of toys are we looking for?

[He can't take care of all of this himself, but he can definitely spread the word about what to bring once he has some shrines built.]

If worse comes to worse, most gods I grew up around loved music and praise. Songs and poems about said god will help spread the word about him too. What else can you tell me about him that might make for a good song?

[It's been a long time since he wrote anything. This would be a great reason to do so...]

Back home, we usually put some of our food in the campfire as offerings. I don't know if they ever got it, though, and it wasn't just for my dad.

[ Though maybe if he starts doing that again, it will help Kaio grow stronger. Who knows? ]

I was thinking about making him some squeaky toys, but he might not be against a rope to chew on or a ball. Nothing wrong with the classics, you know? And Hermione and I were going to see if we can use some anti-fire runes or something on them so they won't get destroyed if he plays with them. I mean - if fire magic turns on around him, anti-fire magic should work the same way, right?

[ In theory. They won't really be able to test that one until he comes around again, though. ]

That's actually a good idea. I'm not that great with music, though - I can dance just fine, but playing or singing are different. [ Leo hums thoughtfully. ] Well, for starters, Kaio's basically a puppy. I don't know how big he's going to get, but he was pretty small when we made him. And he likes hanging out in a forge, because, you know, fire, so he kind of leaves a trail of ashy paw prints wherever he goes.

[ It's super adorable, he won't even lie. ]

We used burned offerings for many of our gods as well and it wasn't just food...

[Diarmuid pauses and chuckles.]

Though, somehow I don't think that liquor is a good offering for one so young.

[He thinks on this a moment and then nods. While he is no expert in magic of any kind, he has enough friends who know magic that he is starting to pick up on a few things.]

It should, though, it depends on the exact way the anti-fire magic is cast, I believe. Some of them never stopped working because they were based on water or ice magic to begin with. I am sure Hermione will know the best way to handle it. She is a very talented young lady and if she can't figure it out, there is always her friend, Remus, who works at the White Citadel. He knows quite a lot about magic too.

[Between them, Diarmuid is positive they can come up with something to protect the little fire god's toys.]

Ashy paw prints...

[He mutters this to himself a moment before continuing.]

You know, gods usually have symbols to represent them and that would be a really cute one for him...

[And might also lead his enemies to underestimate him once he is older and stronger.]

[ Leo snorts. ] Well, you never know with gods. Maybe he'd like it, maybe not. I didn't get a chance to ask.

I think we're going to try a few things to see what works. I can't track him around the Drabwurld, but if any of the things we give up end up a charred pile of ashes, we'll know it failed. [ He shrugs. They can try the ice or water magic methods, too. Thankfully, they've got plenty of options to work with. ] I didn't even think about asking Remus... I know he's good, though, so maybe I'll see if I can find him when I have some down time.

[ He laughs at the suggestion, genuinely pleased. ] Gods, that's - that is really cute. Like, giving-me-cavities cute. I like it. Maybe I'll ask Kaio what he thinks next time I see him around.

I suppose it can't hurt to try. I'm Irish. It's not like I don't have alcohol around. If he decides to burn down my training grounds, then I will know he didn't like it.

[Considering is training grounds are in Caer Glaem and so many people pass through there, he figures that is a good place to put up his first shrine.

His amusement fades a little, though, when he hears the young god is out wandering alone.]

Do you think it is a good idea to let him run free like that? Well...I suppose we don't have much choice if he wants to do it, do we?

[One doesn't control the gods like that. Not even little gods...]

Please do ask him. With all the harshness going on in the world right now, I think something cute like that might be what people are looking for. It is easier to hold onto and grow attached to, plus it's not something that can really be tied to one court or the other.

[And that means more followers and more strength for the little guy.]

I think it's usually wine for the Greek gods, [ Leo says thoughtfully, ] at least when Mr. D isn't grounded. I don't know what they'd prefer to have here. Samhain's usually got a little of everything.

It's not like I can just tell a god to sit and stay like a good dog. I might be fireproof, but somehow I think that wouldn't go over well. [ He shakes his head. ] If I could go with him, I would. But he was gone when I woke up the next day, so there's not much I can do about it now.

You know, that's a good idea. That would make him more approachable and, I guess, easier to accept as a new god? Which means he'd get stronger faster, if it worked. [ Hm. It's something to think about, anyway, and gives him something to work on until he sees the pup again. ] I'll definitely keep it in mind.

Mr. D?

[It takes Diarmuid a moment because he is not as familiar with the Greek Pantheon as others might be, but eventually he does figure out who Leo is referring to.]

Oh! Dionysus. Does he really let you call him that?

[Not that Diarmuid should be surprised if so. It's Dionysus.]

In any event, perhaps mead would be a good choice? This place is much like my own and mead was popular with us. Of course, anything alcoholic is popular with the Irish.

And yes, I agree with that completely. It might seem like a silly symbol, but I think it will work out to his advantage in the end.

Yep, that's him. I have no idea why he goes by Mr. D in camp, but I'm not questioning it.

[ You wouldn't either, if you knew him. ]

Mead... Yeah, that might be a good starting place. That's what the dwarves usually have on hand. I might give it a shot, just to see how he likes it.

Okay, I am totally making that a thing. It's just way too good to pass up. And then wherever people see the paw print, they'll know where his followers are welcome!

Let me know what you find out. I will be glad to spread the word to as many people as I can.

[An excited smile crosses his face.]

Excellent. I carve when I can. I can see about making some tokens and getting some kind of a blessing put on them. Nothing too strong, but something to aid those who wish to help spread the word about him. A thank you until Kaio is strong enough to do blessings of his own.

You'll be the first to know, [ he promises with a bright grin. ]

I think that's a good place to start. I can do some of that while I'm working with the dwarves; they love that enchanting stuff. [ And it's useful, so Leo can see why. He's still learning that alongside this whole clockworks thing they do. ] As long as no one does something bad in his name or whatever, I think he'll be happy with that.

If that becomes an issue, let me know and I will deal with it. I am a knight and it is our duty to see to things like that. I will make things are made right and that the person responsible is dealt with.

[He gives Leo a grateful smile.]

Thank you. It is so hard to contact the dwarves for most of us, that hearing they are helping with this will probably help his reputation grow even more.

If it does, I might just take care of it myself. I just hope it won't get to that.

[ Leo, no. ]

And they like it that way, [ he says with a shrug. ] Don't ask me why. You'd think they'd be able to get more work if they allowed visitors, but power to them, you know? I don't mind being the middle man. And they were just as happy to hear about Kaio as anyone, so they'll probably be happy to help.

[Diarmuid chuckles. He doesn't really know much about how good of a fighter Leo is, but he is glad the new god already has those who are so willing to fight for him.]

We can flip for it. Whoever gets the god's paw side up wins.

[Or, you know, whoever might be easiest able to get to where the trouble is.]

With how badly some of the native peoples have been treated by shardbearers, I can't really blame them for wanting to keep to themselves, but it is good that they will at least talk to a few people. They are very skilled and it would be sad if this place lost that.

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