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[erythristic]

[backdated to August 2nd, sunrise.]

I require several shardholders who can accompany me to Redgate within a few days. Aside from your availability, I also require that you be skilled in combat without magic and that you can take directions without raising a fuss. None of this is negotiable.

If you believe yourself to be capable of this, please respond, and we can arrange to meet.

Comments

Audio;

[of_the_lake]

Lady Sutcliffe. I'll certainly respond to your request, but may I ask--why is it important that we not be restricted by magic?

text; private

[erythristic]

Because a property inherent in the fortress we seek is that magic is rendered unusable in and around it. This is impossible to negate.

Your presence, however, would be greatly appreciated. Do give your dryads my sincerest apologies for pulling you away from them.

Audio;Private

[of_the_lake]

I see. That will, indeed, be troublesome--but, I should have no issue. My only use of magic boosts my physical strength and enhances my weapons.

Can you tell me what sort of objective we have in this fortress? I may need to pick up a particular weapon best suited for the situation.

[erythristic]

We are to slay a dragon. To that end, choose whatever you think would be best.

Audio, permaprivate

[gordianknots]

Curious - what is the business you're attending to there?

Morla asked me to deliver a message to someone there, and I doubt this is coincidence.

permatext and private

[erythristic]

[oh thank god professor confirmation you're alive.]

The Queen has given me the task of aiding Alyosha of Redgate in eliminating the foe there.

[gordianknots]

[You could have just called and asked!]

Okay, it seems like she expected I'd get there ahead of you then, since she's making Alyosha an offer that I presume would explain why you're being sent in to give her a hand. I have a distinct feeling you'll end up beating me there.

[erythristic]

[but that would kill the dramatic tension and also make logical sense.]

Should I let her know we got a bit overeager to come and see her and that you're en route, then, if such ends up being the case?

[Audio]

[prinsects]

Busy, busy.

[erythristic]

And happily so. It helps me stay sharp.

[prinsects]

You get your soldiers and have fun, then. [Her voice is light and contains enough of a smirk.]

[erythristic]

You don't seek to join us on our quest? [even through text, it's clear she's teasing.]

[digophelia]

What is the task at hand?

[erythristic]

That, I will let those who I've chosen for the task know. Were it not a matter of importance I wouldn't be so secretive.

[digophelia]

Is the queen asking this? What's the seelie court doing this time?

private.

[erythristic]

The queen did ask this of me. There isn't a direct relation to the Seelie that I heard of, but rumour has it that they're setting out to the fortress as well. To their aims, I can only guess.

[and by rumour, she means information she tore from Mako's soul.]

audio

[caditquaestio]

[ WAIT, how is no one else asking this - ]

To... what gain?

text.

[erythristic]

I cannot promise anything material, if you're the mercenary sort. But I can say that it would be quite the way to prove yourself to the court.

["we're going because Morla asked it" doesn't sound like what he'd respond best to.]

perma!audio....!

[caditquaestio]

Against unnamed danger, the likelihood of foe, to no reward and much expectation.

audio, private: a whole 12 hours later

[vrykolakas]

I can accompany you by night.

[Fun. He wants to do something for the court; he has requests to make, but he won't be one of those arrogant sods (he has known so many) who stride into the nerve centre, usefulness unproven, and start making demands.]

[erythristic]

Then would you consent to a demonstration of your ability in combat?

[she won't ask why by night just yet, that can be discussed after they prove themselves a candidate.]

[vrykolakas]

Mm. How would you like me to prove myself?

[There's a faint glimmer of pleased amusement in his voice. The novelty of having to demonstrate his skills in this area isn't unenjoyable.

And he'd like to hit something. What a fucking couple of days he's had.]

[text]

[shadow_spread]

Redgate?

[erythristic]

A location in the mountains to the west.

[shadow_spread]

What's worth visiting there?