The Alien Wars 6: Da Capo

Session 533

Session Start: Mon Dec 27 13:36:21 2021
Session Ident: #TAW-Session533
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<DeathStar> Date: Unknown Yet
<DeathStar> Location: Snowy Mountain
<DeathStar> *Chronos' time portal drops those from the past off at the bottom of the cold mountain; Bix, Ceilidh, one of the Ids, Ida, Ellie after being picked up from her era, Neekito. The weather seems very unpleasant compared to the nice forest weather they were in previously*
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<Sara> <Ellie> C-Cold...
<Xanatos> 6* Bix blinks a few times and the outlines on his body glow a dull red, not quite the same as when he's in battle mode. He begins to heat up and puffs little bursts of warm air out of his jets to help warp up everyone around him.
<Xanatos> <Bix> Adjusting!
<DeathStar> <Neekito> Hm. *She looks around*
<DeathStar> <Neekito> I believe we are on the Spiriralist... mountain.
<DeathStar> *Neekito pulls Ellie close* Maybe close to the old Magi Tower.
<MobileAri> <Ida> "Minimal life signs observed. Biome... inhospitable."
<Xanatos> 6* BIX attempts to get his bearings, and then begins to try and recall anywhere in the present that this would line up with, hoping to confirm Neekito's assessment.
<DeathStar> *Neekito probably is basing it off the fact Geyze only has one really snowy region. But if he uses his scanners he could make out a tower up top, which Neekito must be seeing with her cat eyes*
<Xanatos> <BIX> Yes! Tower. Ahead! 6*He points in the direction Neekito is looking and nods, beginning to march in that direction.
<DeathStar> *Neekito keeps Ellie close to her and as they make up the mountain, soon Neekito narrows her eyes. It soon becomes apparent the mountain has others on it as they near the tower and people are moving to surround them*
<DeathStar> <Neekito> ...
<Xanatos> 6* BIX pauses and raises his arms up and out wide.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Friendly. To. Magi.
<MobileAri> <Ida> "Hostile intent..."
<Sara> * Ellie frowns, staying close to Neekito
<DeathStar> *magi fields shimmer as Magi apppear. Compared to the new Magi of the present day, these seem to be almost entirely of men, wearing large cloaks and holding staffs in their hands. Their magic power is also much higher compared to the present day ones.* You managed to detect us. *they study Bix, but Celes put Bix in an outfit to make him appear more human, then turning toward Neekito* Another daemon? Or another of it's kind?
<Xanatos> <BIX> Spirit. Friend.
<DeathStar> *another Magi speaks* I have heard talk of the council of 3 planning to make a new spirit. But this is not what I was expecting.
<MobileAri> * Ida doesn't make any overt movements, but starts running through combat scenarios in case these men turn hostile.
<DeathStar> <Magi> But she clearly is a Spirit. Come, Lady Spirit. Follow us.
<DeathStar> *the men walk ahead and Neekito talks softly* I have deduced our time period.
<Xanatos> 6* BIX smiles and gives everyone a thumbs up.
<MobileAri> * Ida gives Bix a small nod, and floats along after Neekito and the magi
<Xanatos> <BIX> When. Time? 6* He says a quiet as he can.
<Sara> * Ellie leans her head slightly toward Neekito, listening
<DeathStar> *The magi trek up the snowy trail as Neekito keeps Ellie pressed against her body for warmth* <Neekito> Ellie and I were with Sylph when she was born when you all found us; Sylph was born 8,000 years ago, meaning 4,000 years after the ... incident. *She pauses, having trouble with the mind wipe* Gnome is the youngest spirit and born after Sylph, a little around 1,000 years after Sylph. If they are planning to another Spirit, then we are 5,000 years after the incident.
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<Xanatos> 6* BIX ooohs in awe of Neekito's deduction work and nods.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Smart.
<DeathStar> *they arrive at the tower where they see renovations for stuff are underway*
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<DeathStar> *it is clear the Magi are planning something. Gwen is laying there facedown in the snow*
<DeathStar> *while the Magi are talking to Lana about something*
<Xanatos> 6* BIX walks up and kneels to poke Gwen.
<DeathStar> *Gwen lifts head*
<Xanatos> <BIX> HI!
<DeathStar> <Gwen> Is that a gray beard drawn on you?
<Jackieness> <Lana> *is taking notes during the conversation*
<Xanatos> <BIX> Yes!
<Xanatos> 6* Bix mimes stroking the beard like a wisened old man.
<DeathStar> *Gwen sits up* I hate the cold.
<DeathStar> *Neekito looks around thoughtfully while one Magi, the leader of them steps out* Come, we are ready to test the device.
<DeathStar> *he heads back into the tower. Gwen pulls himself inside, pulling his large coat closer to himself, holding one out to Ellie*
<Jackieness> <Lana> *nods and heads inside*
<DeathStar> *Neekito takes Ellie's hand* Well, we found some friends at least
<Xanatos> 6* BIX tilts his head at the mention of a device and walks after Lana.
<Seraphna> **Talia bounces around and hops into Lana's cleavage when they get there**
<Seraphna> Talia> Hi!
<DeathStar> *downstairs there is a massive series of familiar like devices, many more compared to the one they found in the present day. They crackle with magic power*
<DeathStar> *Gwen leans in toward Ida* Welcome to the world of magic compared to spirit-tech
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Did someone say 'device'?"
<Jackieness> <Lana> *whispers* "We'll talk later..."
<Seraphna> Talia> Secret Talia army almost ready.
<Sara> * Ellie eyes the devices as she wears the coat she was offered
<MobileAri> <Ida> "The artistry is noted, however inefficient."
<DeathStar> *the leader of the magi holds up the discs, each with an animal type - one has a cat based off Talia* So, which Magi wishes to attempt the first familiar?
<DeathStar> *The Magi murmur with each other, studying the devices*
<Seraphna> Alita> I mean, have you figured your mana flow Lana? You could get one here I suppose.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "I've been collaborating with the Magi. They appreciate my intellect and theories."
<Seraphna> Talia> I appreciate Lana seat.
<DeathStar> *one magi takes a disc and create a tiny dragon familiar, the machine slowly working to create the familiar, tying it to the magi. After a bit, the group ooohs and aah's at the first familiar*
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ah!" *starts taking jnotes during the process*
<DeathStar> <Elder Magi> We will monitor and see how this works. And if it's benefits.
<DeathStar> *The two head off, the magi studying the tiny thing*
<Xanatos> 6* BIX leans forward with interest.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Familiar machine!? 6* he claps in delight.
<Seraphna> Alita> I recommend focusing on how your mana shifts between one another. Remember, a Familiar must have at least a trickle to survive.
<MobileAri> <Ida> "MagiOrganic constructs?"
<DeathStar> <Gwen> Don't ask me how it works.
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Oh wow... this definitely requires study."
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Mmmm-hmmm... in theory, the magi cna use the familiar as a mana reserve."
<Seraphna> Alita> If you can provide more to a Familiar, like I do to Talia, their growth and intellect speed quickly.
<Seraphna> Talia> Dat's why I kick monster butt!
<DeathStar> *The Magi nod to the group* It seems we can do a lot with this technology. *As they speak, there seems to be a commotion upstairs*
<DeathStar> <Elder Magi> Excuse me then
<Jackieness> <Lana> *lowers her voice* "Talia was also born from the final version of the familiar process."
<Seraphna> Talia> From final working machine, before Momma helped Magi restore in future too.
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Is there a maximum?"
<DeathStar> *Neekito glances toward the ceiling, ears twitching, as they talk; the magi seem involved with the machine, not paying the group any mind*
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Hmmmm..." *heads to the stairs to go up and see what's happening upstairs*
<Seraphna> **Talia takes out her inivisibility relic and sneaks ahead with the true stealth of a ninja kitty**
<Xanatos> 6* Bix keeps looking towards the ceiling, then when he sees Lana head towards the stairs he jumps up to follow.
<ChadWinters`> 6Id, from within one of Lana's hiding places for him. 1"I wonder what's going on up there.
<DeathStar> *there seems to be Hapian Soldiers discussing something with the Elder Magi and some of the upper Magi*
<MobileAri> * Ida quietly stays with the party, making notes on the surprisingly little ways technology has advanced on this world in millenium.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "...Hapian soldiers, judging by the markings on the armor."
<Xanatos> 6* BIX approaches, trying to get a read of their tension.
<DeathStar> *The Elder Magi steps aside and the Hapian Soldiers begin to approach, pausing as Bix does as well* You are, Sir Bix?
<Jackieness> <Lana> *ducks back and whispers to Talia* "Go and tell the others what is happening."
<Seraphna> **Talia sneaks back as an invisible kitty to inform the others, she whispers it into Gwen's ear**
<DeathStar> *Gwen frowns and gathers Neekito as well* <Neekito> What could Hapian want with us?
<Xanatos> <BIX> HI! 6* He smiles and nods to the soldiers.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Problem?
<DeathStar> <Hapian Soldier> We just wish to confirm something then we may leave you in peace and Aska's light
<Xanatos> 6* BIX glances to the Elder Magi's reaction.
<Jackieness> <Lana> *continues to listen in on them*
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Interesting that they recognized Bix.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "My hypothesis si that Neekito's arrival set off some alarms."
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Enought that they got here that quickly?
<Jackieness> <Lana> "If Aska sent them, she could have teleported them as well."
<Jackieness> <Lana> "altneratively, it was the familiar experiment that got their attention."
<ChadWinters`> <Id> That would be the most likely scenario
<Xanatos> 6* BIX would step aside, but is looking to the Elder Magi to see if he can determine if he is stressed about this or not.
<DeathStar> *The Elder Magi seems to be observing it all - like he hopes ntohing bad happens to the group due to the new technology brought to the Magi*
<DeathStar> *The Hapian Soldiers move to walk downstairs after glancing Bix over, clearly having targets in mind*
<Jackieness> <Lana> "...oh man..."
<DeathStar> *Gwen muses, glancing at Ida, Neekito, and Talia* Uh, anything out of place they might have problems with?
<Seraphna> Talia> Well, I still carry the might Cat Spirit.
<Seraphna> **Alita casually shifts to be out of view behind Gwen**
<DeathStar> <Gwen> Oh right. *He notes of Alita*
<Jackieness> <Lana> *moves over to BIX* "...what do we do?"
<Xanatos> <BIX> Keep. Peace. 6* He nods and follows them.
<DeathStar> *The soldiers move over to the group downstairs with the familiar machines. The Elder Magi follow along as they step up and study Talia, taking note of ears and tail* Close to a werebeast, is it not?
<Seraphna> Talia> Talia better than some smelly werebeast.
<Jackieness> <Lana> *follows BIX downstairs again*
<DeathStar> *The hapians bring out a spirit-tech device, with a sprite inside and scan her* Well, you do not appear to be a daemon. *they then scan Neekito, doing a double take with her* Hm.... *Then begin to take a look at Ida*
<DeathStar> <Hapian Soldier> What are you?
<Seraphna> Talia> Talia is perfect. And pretty. And desires fish.
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "That's a difficult question to answer."
<DeathStar> <Hapian Soldier> And how so?
<Xanatos> <BIX> Being. From stars. 6* He points to upward.
<MobileAri> <Ida> "Technological knowledge of this world is insufficient to explain."
<DeathStar> *they eye Bix, then Ida* I do not believe them to be Daemons. We will return to the Hapian Empress. *The soldiers begin to march upstairs, peering back at Neekito, then go up* <Neekito> If they are so concerned with Daemons, we must be in the middle of the Hundred Year War as well.
<Seraphna> **Alita nods** Learning to keep a much lower profile.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Was that one of the options for the "When" we came up with Lana?
<Seraphna> Alita> It would be multitudes worse if I got involved directly.
<Jackieness> <Lana> *watches as they march past* "...well...the local Magi did not have much knowledge of the Daemon nation, so we could not confirm that specific theory. My astronomical calculations did suggest the right time frame though."
<Xanatos> <BIX> Interested. In. Neekito. 6* He points, a hint of concern there.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Did Alita just suggest that she's trying to keep a low profile?
<DeathStar> <Neekito> Do you think we are here to help stop it? Or were we suppose to just populate the planet with more Talias?
<Seraphna> Alita> We dedinititely seem to have come at the time to ensure Familiars existed. But... I'm not sure how I can do anything to the war except add fuel.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "We shouldn't get involved in the war."
<MobileAri> <Ida> "Potential. Prevent local ecosystem from being destroyed by Talias."
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Can I avoid it?"
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Yes, it would be rather easy to avoid it.
<Jackieness> <Lana> *lowers her voice* "...we know what will happen to the Magi and roughly when. We just ned to be ready to avoid it."
<Seraphna> **Alita frowns and peers down** THere's a lot I apparently came here to stand aside in.
<DeathStar> <Gwen> I think we have a while before that happens. I hope. Actually, to be honest, if we want to know more, I Think we should go to Hapian. They're the largest Kingdom and they'd have information on the world
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Well, if there's no reason for the hero of earth to get involved... I won't."
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Then we shouldn't waste any more time here I suppose.
<DeathStar> <Neekito> I'll try to warp us there quietly. Should you all say goodbye? Or should we sneak out?
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ah... we're leaving?"
<ChadWinters`> <Id> I have no one to save good bye to.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Hapian Empress...friendly? 6* He considers.
<Seraphna> Alita> If the Hapians are still here, good byes are just a tip off. But we'd have to go somewhere that my people aren't currently suspected in.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Contact....Aska?
<Seraphna> Alita> She'll only partially remember. I haven't been sure about trying to summon My Lord Void either.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Right, we would be delivering Alita right into the hands of people who don't really like her."
<Seraphna> Alita> Here I have favor for delivering them Familiars.
<Seraphna> Alita> Which was mostly the point since... hrr...
<DeathStar> <Gwen> So do you want to remain here Alita while we investigate?
<Xanatos> <BIX> Form Change.....Magic?? 6* He asks Alita, tilting his head.
<DeathStar> *Neekito puts hood on Alita*
<DeathStar> <Neekito> Done
<Seraphna> Alita> Perhaps I can disguise myself yes... though transformations are limiting right--- oh.
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Interesting idea..."
<Seraphna> Alita> **takes Gwen's cloak to cover her wings**
<DeathStar> *she seems to have put a Magi Hood on her*
<Jackieness> <Lana> "It is serviceable..."
<DeathStar> <Gwen> I'm so cold now...
<DeathStar> *Gwen faceplants*
<MobileAri> <Ida> "Alita now cloaked from detection."
<Seraphna> Alita> If they get into a battle I can always pull it down some more and pretend I have a horn ornament.
<Jackieness> <Lana> *puts an arm around Gwen to wamr him*
<DeathStar> <Gwen> Thank ...you
<Seraphna> **And Talia becomes a scarf for Gwern**
<DeathStar> <Neekito> Alright lets go. *She begins to tap into Sylph's power and warps them out; not noticing the one Magi Lana made friends with in HeroesPast got close enough and is warped with them*
<DeathStar> -SCENE SHIFT-
<Seraphna> Talia> Rich Talia fur scarf, complete with Talia warming tech.
<DeathStar> Date: 8058 PFA
<DeathStar> Location: Hapian City
<DeathStar> (derp)
<DeathStar> (Date: 5058 PFA)
<DeathStar> *The group appears in the city; it's not as large as it is today, the steam punk look is there now and the sprites running machines and the plants that help feed them is firmly in place; there's none of the flying carriages yet but it's clear the look is starting to form*
<DeathStar> *The castle is now towering much larger compared to the past, but it's nearly as big as it will be in the future*
<DeathStar> <Gwen> So do we hit up the library or something? Is there a library? *The city seems to have more guards and patrols, as if they are in a state of war*
<ChadWinters`> 6Id shifts out of Lana's pocket enough so it can get a view of everything. 1"Hmmm, I wonder if my shell has survived."
<Jackieness> <Lana> "...you said you couldn't contact any of your shells."
<Xanatos> <BIX> News. Or Cryer?
<DeathStar> *suddenly Neekito vanishes as some wind blows*
<ChadWinters`> <Id> That was a vast distance. If the one that remained here is still awake, I would have a better chance.
<Seraphna> Alita> Think the royal family will know to look for you?
<Seraphna> Alita> Celes watched you all leave right?
<MobileAri> <Ida> "Error. Cat not found."
<Xanatos> <BIX> Yes. Celes watched.
<DeathStar> <Gwen> Yeah what happened to --- huh?
<Sara> <Ellie> Neekito...?
<Seraphna> Talia> Neeky?
<Jackieness> <Lana> "...maybe it was Aska?"
<Seraphna> Alita> Mmm, that would be Sylph's routine kidnapping.
<DeathStar> *Gwen looks up and eyes the sky as something seems to be going on*
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Wait, why would Sylph steal Neekito?"
<Seraphna> Alita> Doesn't she steal everyone?
<DeathStar> *there seems to be a burst of Wind attacks against someone in the sky* <Gwen> Oh yeah, Neekito used Sylph's power.
<Seraphna> **Alita hmmms, then flares some spirit energy to get Sylph's attention**
<ChadWinters`> <Id> This will not end well I imagine...but this will also act as a distraction for me. 6Id begins to reach out to see if it can find his old shell.
<Xanatos> 6* BIX blinks and begins to pace as he tries to decide how much attention he wants to garner by blasting up into the sky.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "...wait... she's attacking Neekito?!"
<Seraphna> Alita> Or Neekito is fighting back. Probably both.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ummm....uhhh...does anyone have any fruit?!"
<DeathStar> *Neekito goes flying from a powerful gale attack; it seems she's got a mask over her face, torn as it is, and Sylph is diving after her; it's clear she is saying something, but their voices are being caught in the wind*
<DeathStar> *Sylph forming a wind blade to drive it into her*
<Seraphna> **Alita sighs and forms a Spirit Shield around Neekito**
<Xanatos> 6* BIX runs forward then blast up towards Sylph to try and interject.
<Seraphna> Talia> Syyylph! Stop being stinky!
<Seraphna> Alita> Wait, don't we have Ellie here?
<Seraphna> Alita> Someone shake her at Sylph. She's like Wind Spirit Cat Nip.
<DeathStar> *Sylph bounces off and then is hit by Bix. She pauses, turning to face them slowly* .... You seem... familiar.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Hi! 6* He smiles then glances down at them falling he boosts at the last minute to land safely.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ummm... Ellie, do your thing... like with Gale."
<Sara> <Ellie> Lady Sylph, please stop! What are you doing?
<Sara> <Ellie> Don't fight with Neekito!
<Seraphna> **Talia points at Ellie with two paws like they're presenting a feast**
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "It's been a while, hasn't it Sylph?"
<DeathStar> *Sylph zooms forward, wind yanking Neekito along* ..... *She eyes Ceilidh, perhaps trying to tell* HAve we met. *She tries to decide* Where you one of the people I met when I was awakening? If so, I apologize for not remembering well. *She looks at Ellie, then drops Neekito* Why does this fake Spirit have my power?
<DeathStar> *Neekito takes deep breaths, laying there*
<Xanatos> 6* BIX jogs over to kneel by Neekito, checking on her.
<Sara> <Ellie> She can use all kinds of powers, it's different... Please calm down. She means no harm.
<DeathStar> *Neekito seems to be a bit bruised, but will be okay*
<Seraphna> **Alita lays a hand on Neekito and heals her up, and gives her some spirit energy**
<DeathStar> <Sylph> I was told to look for Daemons that are trying to invade. The war has gotten nastier lately. *she looks at Ellie oddly, perhaps trying to recall something, but deforms her sword* ... very well.
<DeathStar> <Gwen> Geeze, she seems way more .... vicious. *he whispers, forgetting Sylph can hear on the wind*
<Sara> * Ellie blinks a couple of times, then moves over to Neekito
<Sara> * To check on her
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Shhhh..."
<DeathStar> *Neekito sits up* I am fine, Ellie. My pride is hurt more than anything. *she winces, holding her side*
<Sara> <Ellie> True, I'm pretty sure she's done worse than that to you in bed before
<DeathStar> *Sylph tilts her head*
<DeathStar> *Neekito's tail poofs up*
<MobileAri> <Ida> "..."
<Seraphna> Alita> ...Theses are details I am interested in at a later time when I have a notebook handy.
<Sara> <Ellie> In any case Lady Sylph, we are not those invading Daemons
<DeathStar> <Sylph> .... I was told to avoid strangers like you. IF you are not daemons, I should go
<DeathStar> *Sylph backs away - or more like floats away*
<Seraphna> Talia> Slyphyyyyyy.
<DeathStar> *Neekito gets to her feet*
<Xanatos> <BIX> Wait. Catch up. On news. We help. Stop War?
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Can we?"
<Seraphna> **Alita frowns and keeps her eyes down**
<MobileAri> <Ida> "Query. Do we appear as daemons? This is a common investigation."
<Jackieness> <Lana> "We should be find a safe house to set up as a base first."
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Well. That one does. *She points at Alita* But she more looks like people I was told to avoid that would take advantage of me
<DeathStar> *referring to the hat and cloak*
<Seraphna> **Alita flusters** What?
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Oh... she distrusts magi."
<Sara> * Ellie gives a shrug, like, 'who can blame her'
<Seraphna> Talia> Gwen, your cloak is spirit disapproved.
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Many do, magic is a new art I am told
<Seraphna> Alita> I'm merely hiding my...
<Xanatos> <BIX> Safe house. 6* He says loudly to cut off Alita, nodding to Lana.
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Safe house?
<Xanatos> <BIX> Sleep. Eat. Bathe. SAFEEEEEE
<DeathStar> *Sylph thinks. A moment or two later, they arrive in Sylph's forest that she was found long ago, where the trees are swaying and a river flows*
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Here. *she hands them fruit*
<MobileAri> <Ida> "Alita cloaking is ineffective. Noted."
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Well... not quite what I had in mind... buuuuuuut..."
<Xanatos> 6* Bix ooos and moves over to kneel and look at the river more closely.
<Seraphna> Alita> Better than nothing, and she appears to not be interested in harming me.
<DeathStar> *Sylph goes to leave* <Gwen> Tell me, is it true that Shade and Aska are not friends? <Sylph> Only work to give birth to new spirits. They will be meeting in a few days to help give birth to new Earth spirit.
<Sara> * Ellie blinks, looking around
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Right now Asmos Daemons are beating Hapian forces Sylph is told. But doesn't know much about battles. I believe Shade is aiding them.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ahhh... maybe Shad eowes ASka some money?"
<DeathStar> *Ellie would find the area to be almost serene with the wind blowing the place perfectly chilled due to it. Almost like a little haven*
<ChadWinters`> 6Lana would get a very light spirit shock from Id at that
<Seraphna> **Alita muses** Spirits only actively seem to have dislike with one another when their nations are having oppositions.
<Sara> * Ellie... feels at home here
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Ah... yeah... a new Earth Spirit would be good." *sounds sad*
<Seraphna> Talia> Will be!
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Eeeee!"
<Seraphna> Talia> Promise show me where Fish Fruits are.
<DeathStar> *Sylph hands Ellie fruit* Here. Hm. Strange. Did I make you a wind hero? Are you related to the current wind hero?
<Jackieness> <Lana> "I know that was a bad joke... but it didn't need to be pain."
<Seraphna> Alita> You'd be shocked beyond reason on how close that is.
<DeathStar> *Sylph shakes her head* Sylph feels like she is connected to you all. Has Sylph memory loss?
<Sara> <Ellie> It, uh... it's complicated.
<Sara> * Ellie bites into the fruit
<Seraphna> Alita> To put it simply, yes dear.
<DeathStar> *it seems to be fruit that gives strength to one while at the same time tasting good*
<DeathStar> <Neekito> So, what goes everyone think we should go?
<Jackieness> <Lana> "I don't know..."
<DeathStar> <Sylph> What is goal?
<DeathStar> *She asks innocently*
<MobileAri> <Ida> "Tactical analysis uncertain. Objective unclear."
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Well that comes down to what we want to do? Are we even near the city anymore? 6Id pops out of Lana's pocket
<Seraphna> Alita> We're not sure our purpose exactly, just to make sure some things happen the right way. We can't really explain it in detail. **she muses** I may need to talk to Shade though. And we're uncertain if we should interefere with the war... perhaps we can see what comes with Aska and Shade?
<Jackieness> <Lana> "If this is Sylph's domain... probably a decent distance form the Hapian capital."
<DeathStar> <Sylph> You're all confusing
<DeathStar> <Sylph> ... hm. Sylph thinks she might can get you in to meet Shade.
<DeathStar> *she seems to be trying to parse what they're talking about*
<Xanatos> <BIX> Time Travel. Confusing. 6* He nods to Sylph.
<Sara> * Ellie nods at BIX
<Seraphna> Alita> You weren't supposed to say the quiet part out loud.
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Time....travel....? You are friends with Chronos? But she is sealed.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> To be fair, you've been dancing around it for awhile now with her.
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "When did this happen?"
<Seraphna> Alita> Mmm, sealed presently.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Chronos. Of. Past. Chronos. Of. Future.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Confusing.
<Seraphna> Talia> After the corrupted were captured I expect.
<Seraphna> Alita, even*
<Jackieness> <Lana> *waves arms* "Shhhhh!"
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Hm. I would say perhaps a little before I was born.
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Salamander and Undine would know more
<Seraphna> Alita> Yes... that matches up properly.
<Sara> * Ellie eyes everyone being so forthcoming
<DeathStar> <Sylph> .... *mainly just seems confused like a child*
<Sara> * Ellie shrugs resignedly
<Seraphna> Alita> **shrugs** Tell me Sylph, are you, Salamander, Undine, Aska, Shade and Void the lot of it? I know the new Earth Spirit is coming.
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Yes. *she nods, since if I recall, she does not know about Pyro* My new sister will be the last one and the baby
<DeathStar> <Sylph> I will no longer be the baby
<Seraphna> Alita> That will make you the big sister.
<DeathStar> *Sylph nods*
<Seraphna> Alita> **she nods** A very solemn duty, protecting your little sister.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> What can you all tell us about the war? What exactly started it and where has it progressed to currently?
<DeathStar> <Sylph> I will take you to see Shade tomorrow. Y ou should eat, bathe, rest. *Sylph wind pushes Gwen into the water*
<Seraphna> Alita> Sounds good... **She smiles and shifts a bit away from the others to bathe on her own**
<Xanatos> 6* BIX laughs at Gwen and jumps in the water after, his drawn on disguise washing away.
<DeathStar> <Sylph> What started it? The Hapians expanding their territories they began to take lands from the Daemons I believe. They then did bad things.
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Trying to learn what the Daemons were
<Jackieness> <Lana> *facepalms* "Of course..."
<Seraphna> **Alita shivers a bit**
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Not surprising.
<DeathStar> <Sylph> This led to the Asmos Daemons to declaring war and it has lasted almost 100 years.
<DeathStar> *Gwen gurgles*
<ChadWinters`> <Id> What surprises me is that the Spirits, Shade and Aska didn't prevent it from happening.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ah, BIX save Gwen!"
<Seraphna> Alita> There will be compromise, somewhere. And the Spirits do not rule or interfere with their people's decisions, they merely guide and protect. That has always been their way till... well, we will save that for another time.
<DeathStar> *Sylph claps hands* Hm, so I should not have interfered the numerous times I have so far?
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Oops!
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "No, that's fine."
<Xanatos> 6* BIX blinks and lifts Gwen up out of the water.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Gwen. Learn to. Swim.
<DeathStar> *Sylph drips* Thanks for the bath...
<DeathStar> <Sylph> *pauses, about to go* But...
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "I feel like it's Aska and Shade's decisions that were wrong there."
<Seraphna> Alita> It is... technically your own judgement, but that is what mine have told me before.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Except that they're power and most ultimately their people are doing wrong in their name. Choosing to not stop it or guide away is a more active action
<Seraphna> Alita> Guiding perhaps, there's a danger in direct intervention however.
<Seraphna> Alita> Namely if the people dislike what a spirit does they may pull their support and worship.
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Sylph is getting conflicting messages, should she be helping you go to Shade?
<DeathStar> *She glances at others*
<Sara> <Ellie> ...yes
<Seraphna> Alita> We are only seeking guidance from her. **She nods**
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Everyone just stop talking over each other!"
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Okay! *She says to Ellie*
<Seraphna> **Talia mewls from high up in a tree**
<DeathStar> -TIME JUMP-
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Alita has a point, yes."
<Seraphna> Talia> ...I don't know how get down.
<DeathStar> Date: Next Day
<DeathStar> Location: Shade's Grotto
<DeathStar> *Sylph warps them into the grotto, where the nymphs seem agitated and cowering from them, as if they are afraid of the group. Sylph kneels and pats their heads*
<ChadWinters`> 
<Seraphna> **Alita takes off the hood and cloak, spreading her wings** I'm friendly, no need to worry.
<DeathStar> <Gwen> *glances at the nymphs hiding in the water, eyeing him fearfully*
<ChadWinters`> 6Id floats up a bit, quickly getting a reading of the place.
<Xanatos> 6* BIX smiles and waves, kneeling to seem less imposing.
<DeathStar> *A few move over to Alita, as if trying to get her away from Gwen and Ellie*
<DeathStar> <Gwen> I feel like I'm the bad guy here
<Seraphna> **Alita blinks** No no, it's okay, they're tamed.
<DeathStar> <Gwen> Huh?
<ChadWinters`> <Id> It's because in their eyes you are.
<Sara> <Ellie> And like I'm the bad girl
<MobileAri> * Ida seems disinterested in the cowering nymphs, as if their presence had no relevance
<DeathStar> *The nymphs cautiously study Ida*
<Seraphna> Alita> As you can see I have tamed the male with my Beastly Familiar. **Talia paws from Gwen's shoulder**
<Jackieness> <Lana> "They cna't really tell the difference betweeen you and a Hapian... ummm..." *steps forward and waves to Shade* "...ah...remmeber me?"
<Seraphna> **Alita peers about** Is Lady Shade here?
<DeathStar> *Sylph calls out and Shade appears from the shadows, eyeing everyone*
<DeathStar> <Shade> ...
<ChadWinters`> 6Id feels out to see if the shell he left with Autumn has survived.
<DeathStar> *it seems to be somewhere in the grotto*
<Seraphna> Alita> Lady Shade. **she smiles and places hand on her hips**
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Shade, it is good to see you are well.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ummm... Shade... I'm... do you remember me?" *points to herself*
<MobileAri> * Ida gives Shade a nod of respect, as she is the ruler of this place
<DeathStar> <Shade> *The Dark Spirit studies them - for her it's been thousands of years, plus the mind event by Chronos*
<Seraphna> Alita> Has... Lady Autumn endured?
<DeathStar> <Shade> Hm. You all are somewhat familiar to me, yes. I am guessing Chronos' hand or some sort, I recall seeing you all around her a lot. *she turns* Autumn? No. She died some thousands of years back
<Xanatos> <BIX> Time Travel. Confusing. 6* He says again as if that solves all problems.
<Seraphna> **Alita frowns and sighs** She seemed so confident she would continue.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> So she chose to commit to her promise.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ahhh... how did she pass away?"
<Sara> <Ellie> Your catchphrase, BIX?
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "... it's sad, but understandable..."
<Seraphna> **Alita closes her eyes and turns away quietly, seeming deep in thought**
<DeathStar> <Shade> She died as she wanted; after she finished her goals, she let herself go
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Shade, alongside her there was a version of me. I can feel that it's still here and undamaged. At some point, could you bring me to it?
<Xanatos> 6* BIx smiles and nods to Ellie.
<Seraphna> Alita> Did she... leave behind any family?
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Really, that's the best way to go."
<DeathStar> *the shadows drop the shell at Id's feet*
<DeathStar> <Shade> I do not believe so, unless you count the Daemons
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ah..." *kneels down to examine the shell*
<DeathStar> *Sylph looks lost, not knowing who Autumn is*
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "I'll miss her, though."
<ChadWinters`> 6Id floats over to it. 1"Please do becareful with that Lana.
<DeathStar> <Shade> If that is all you wanted, I ask that you leave, my Nymphs are easily rattled these days
<Seraphna> **Alita nods** I'll need to speak to you in private later then... for now, we wonder what to do with ourselves. This war obviously can't go on much longer.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> I need to access it's memory matrix so I can see what it has all learned.
<Jackieness> <Lana> *picks the shell up* "I've got it."
<DeathStar> *Shade tilts her head, vines forming a chair and she sits back in it, the grotto a place with purple leaves from massive trees and dark, dangerous beauty*
<DeathStar> <Shade> What to do with yourselves?
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Some feel they are the solution to this war.
<DeathStar> <Neekito> *looks about* <Shade> This war is due to the Hapians slaughtering my people and taking over my people's lands. We have been taking it back piece by piece, even if it has been drenching the land in blood
<DeathStar> <Shade> What solution can you offer?
<ChadWinters`> <Id> It is usually impossible to know with those here.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Bix. Fight. Everyone. 6* He pauses and then waves his hands.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Jokes.
<DeathStar> *Sylph studies Ellie's hair*
<Seraphna> **Alita walks forward to her and nods** Well, being filled in on all the details would help. Balance is always needed, to have more or less than the other is to continue to create further bloodshed, no one truly wins.
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "I would like to reason with Aska and the Hapians, but... I don't have much confidence."
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Lana, I will need your assistance in re-starting that shell.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "No problem."
<DeathStar> *Shade folds her hand* Very well. The Hapians, in their search to expand their Kingdom, pushed into the Dark Lands for more materials for their spirit tech and came across a race of beings akin to monsters in their eyes. The Nymphs - are harmless Daemon, put up no fight and were taken by the Hapians and we later learned they experimented on them to learn what they were and if they were monsters and the Asmos Leaders could retrieve none of them back, hence declaring war - and lost much ground in it to them. During it, we've slowly been regaining it and trying to push into their land all the way to the capital if need be
<DeathStar> <Shade> We are not a monster problem and even if they know it now, they have committed a sin in my people's eyes
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ah... what if we recovered the nymph's bodies for you?"
<Sara> * Ellie blinks at Sylph
<DeathStar> <Shade> They are gone now, we tried.
<DeathStar> <Shade> It was over a 100 years ago anyway
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "I would like to bring peace and reconciliation to both sides... but if I have to pick sides, it'd be yours."
<Xanatos> <BIX> Broker peace. Talk. BIX's Weakpoint.
<DeathStar> *Sylph looks innocent* Sorry, you just smelled like fruits
<Seraphna> Alita> And they will have to find ways to attone for that sin. **she let out a sad sigh** But by the sound of it you see no reason for peace in sight... and I think that may be why we're here now.
<Sara> <Ellie> I... suppose I might
<DeathStar> <Neekito> We should change history and just bomb the place. *She murmurs under her breath*
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "I'd rather not go that far."
<Sara> <Ellie> Hmm? Did you say something Neekito?
<DeathStar> *Shade leans back* My people do hold great stock in what I say, but I do not see how I could offer them a toothless peace offering with Aska's people
<DeathStar> <Neekito> Nothing
<DeathStar> <Shade> I will be meeting her and Void in a few day's time
<Seraphna> Alita> Mmm, I imagine Lord Void is already quite tired of this disagreement.
<DeathStar> <Shade> Plus I do not care for what Aska is becoming
<ChadWinters`> <Id> And what is that?
<Seraphna> **Alita muses** Aska is a creature belonging to balance, as does Shade. The eternal desire to surpass one another is normally what keeps them in check... but I presume she currently has the edge?
<DeathStar> <Shade> She is becoming a being of .... absolutes. Her light side is leading her down a path that I cannot abide. The darkness accepts many faults if that makes sense.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> It does.
<DeathStar> <Shade> I do not know when me and my sister began to have this falling out, perhaps after .... *muses* Whatever Chronos did
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "She is hurt... but yes. It's easy for the hurt to hurt others without thinking."
<ChadWinters`> <Id> I imagine a millenia of memories does not help either
<Seraphna> **Alita muses, looking to Talia** The primer from the first year, Talia, if you please.
<DeathStar> <Gwen> IT sounds like we got one shot at talking to Aska
<Seraphna> **Talia blinks and then flails, falling over with a big tome**
<DeathStar> *Sylph eyes them*
<Seraphna> **Alita picks it up and eyes it over, before handing it back to Talia who vanishes it**
<Sara> * Ellie shrugs resignedly
<Seraphna> Alita> ...I may already have the wrong approach... the one thing I can promise is that if this campaign continues out into the plains towards Hapian... too many Daemon lives are going to be lost.
<DeathStar> <Shade> Very well. I will see what I can do then. But remember I do not promise much.
<DeathStar> -TIME JUMP-
<DeathStar> Date: A few days later
<DeathStar> Location: Hapian Castle
<DeathStar> *Shade warps the group into the castle where a dark haired beauty with red eyes stands with Aska behind her, and Void to the side. Sylph nervously stands there as Aska walks the team through te corridors into the spirit realm, which now has become foggy like present day*
<Sara> * Ellie frowns as she peers around the foggy atmosphere
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "So much fog..."
<DeathStar> <Aska> Come. *They walk down the path to where a spirit ritual has been prepared, a spirit core already prepared int he center*
<Seraphna> Alita> Mmm, this is normal, at least I think. For now anyway.
<DeathStar> <Shade> It grows worse every few thousand years. The curse of.... ..... something. *She tries to recall* It wasn't always like this
<ChadWinters`> <Id> That is unfortunate.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Hmmm... I wonder if the spirit realm is leaking through."
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "I wonder if it can be fixed."
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Let us focus on our task.
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Of course."
<DeathStar> *Void, Shade, and Aska take up their positions. Salamander, Undine, and Sylph stand by to watch as the three elder Spirits pour their powers into the spirit core, using the power of the spirit realm, likely weakening the place. After a bit, Gnome forms around the spirit core as it seems to grow foggier due and the three spirits seem weakened by their power draw. Gnome sits there, looking confused like a newborn, much like Sylph did when she was born*
<Seraphna> Alita> **quietly sketches this as she know someone who will make her rich for the picture**
<DeathStar> *Sylph hurries over to Gnome, leading her over to her, helping the new born Spirit take her first steps, while Aska and Shade seem to just stare at each other* <Aska> It is done. You can return to your grotto now
<Jackieness> <Lana> *takes notes on the proceedings as well*
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Excuse us Aska, but we would like to ask for you and Shade to put an end to this war.
<Seraphna> **Alita peers between them**
<DeathStar> *the two turn toward Id*
<DeathStar> *while Void studies Id*
<Jackieness> <Lana> "...ahhh?"
<DeathStar> *Aska turns to the dark haired woman beside her* <Hapian Empress> Why should I end the war, strange creature?
<Seraphna> Talia> Cuz hurting everyone.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Because nothing good has come from it and nothing good will come out of it.
<DeathStar> <Hapian Empress> That may be so, but we have sunk a lot of resources into it. What would I tell the men and women who have died for it so far?
<Xanatos> 6* BIX watches ID and nods in agreement, silently cheering him on.
<Seraphna> Alita> How about that no more of their family must throw their lives away for it?
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "The only thing continuing the war will bring is pain."
<Seraphna> Alita> Take it from a peasent born, the only people who care about the resources over lives are those that have gold in it.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> That enough innocents have died, and enough families have been shattered over it. And that now is the best time to start healing with the birth of a new spirit
<DeathStar> <Hapian Empress> Hm. And if we were to call an end to it the war, what then? <Shade> My people would want their lands back for a truce. WE want your people gone. <Hapian Empress> See? I do not know I can convince my people to accept such losses without something to show it.
<DeathStar> *for it
<DeathStar> *Aska listens; her word probably could help sway the Hapian people a bit*
<ChadWinters`> <Id> And what do you believe would be fair compensation?
<Seraphna> Alita> I believe the first Queen founded Hapian on joining the world and bettering the lives of all.
<Seraphna> Alita> I can't imagine a time that philosophy included sacrificing the lives of others in the name of such advancement.
<DeathStar> <Hapian Empress> ....*studies Alita, probably knowing what she is*
<Seraphna> Alita> No matter what we are, we all live here, we all worship and revere the spirits, and monstrosity is more than simply what's on the outside.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> ....Shade, what do you believe you're people would be willing to give up to show as a sign of good faith?
<DeathStar> <Shade> We would be willing to let them live. *She states* And go back to their lands with their belongings without us harrassing them. *She eyes Aska* You know it is right - you began this war, and we will win it eventually. We are pushing you back, bloody step by step
<Xanatos> <BIX> ....Death. Over. Land? You...do not. Have enough?
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Shade, Autumn worked her heart out to get your people to this point, do you not think she would be willing to sacrifice something to continue that?
<DeathStar> <Shade> I have to protect my people as well. This is their will.
<Seraphna> Alita> I can present some ideas on a border to set between your lands that would be advantageous to you all. And as before, the biggest benefit is that people stop dying. My Autumn's people stop dying.
<DeathStar> *Aska touches the Empress's shoulder* I will discuss it with my nobles. <Shade> Then I will bring my people to the table as well. *it is clear neither are exactly happy*
<Seraphna> Alita> Oh and I think I know how it will be easiest for Shade to bring her people about.
<ChadWinters`> <Id> It is a start to something atleast. Please understand that.
<DeathStar> <Void> *listens to all this, arms crossed*
<DeathStar> <Shade> And how is that?
<Seraphna> Alita> Hapian should sue for peace. You began the war, call to end it. In that way you can both approach the pain equally. Otherwise it would be impractical. **she uses one of Void's favorite words**
<ChadWinters`> <Id> But also understand that sacrifices will need to be made by both sides for you to find a common ground.
<MobileAri> <Ida> "Fighting each other over misunderstanding only weakens against future threats. Tactically fatal."
<Seraphna> Alita> Hapian as the agressors appear to stay their hand, and the Daemon's need not feel they are begging for an end.
<Alicia> <Ceiloidh> "I believe a guarantee that hostility will cease would be valuable in itself."
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ah.... we have an greement to get everyone to the table... maybe not push things anymore for now?"
<DeathStar> *The Hapian Empress nods her head, then motions* Come, What are you going to call the new Spirit, since you three normally come up with a name together? *Aska and Shade eye each other*
<DeathStar> <Sylph> Gnome!
<DeathStar> <Aska> ....
<DeathStar> <Shade> I don't even care.
<Seraphna> Alita> I believe that is the perfect name.
<DeathStar> <Gwen> Of course
<Seraphna> Talia> Cute!
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "I like it."
<DeathStar> <Void> Then Gnome is the name. *He touches the Earth spirit, giving her a jolt. Gnome opening her eyes sleepily*
<DeathStar> *The group hears a voice in their head, encouraging them to get away from everyone*
<Alicia> * Ceilidh steps back
<Jackieness> <Lana> "...errr..we should probably go..." *moves away*
<ChadWinters`> 6Id turns to look at Lana then floats away with her
<Xanatos> 6* BIX bows and backs away.
<Seraphna> **Alita and Talia back up
<Seraphna> Alita> I beleive our task is complete here.
<DeathStar> *the voice seems to lead them further into the spirit realm; Gwen glances around and even Sylph doesn't try to follow them as she plays with Gnome*
<MobileAri> * Ida never got that close to people in the first place. Doesn't have the connections the others do
<DeathStar> <Neekito> ... so, that are we looking for? *As they walk, they near the tower where the spirit cores are located and Chronos and Pyro are locked inside. Chronos appears with her future body, glancing at the building* <Chronos> Hm, this brings back memories
<Xanatos> <BIX> Chronos, ok?
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "That's a good question."
<Seraphna> Alita> So I assume we made things right?
<DeathStar> <Chronos> They will go on to make a truce that will have them continue to work together at times, but not fully trust each other until the Academy
<ChadWinters`> <Id> Better than them continuing to slaughter each other
<Xanatos> <BIX> Good Job. Everyone. 6* He gives a small cheer for their victory.
<DeathStar> <Chronos> But I will now bring you to your next era briefly. I think you might learn some information - especially Lana.
<DeathStar> *She warps them and they appear back where this all started. The snowy mountain*
<DeathStar> *Gwen faceplants once again*
<DeathStar> <Neekito> I feel like we've made a loop.
<Sara> * Ellie jerks
<Jackieness> <Lana> "Ah!" *moves to help Gwen back up*
<Sara> <Ellie> C...Cold...
<ChadWinters`> <Id> It seems we have returned to where we have originally started.
<DeathStar> *Gwen wobbles. As they glance up, it's clear some time has passed just glancing up at the tower. Many many years.*
<DeathStar> <Gwen> Great, what event are we about to witness now?
<Seraphna> Talia> Time passed.
<Jackieness> <Lana> "...any idea how much?"
<Xanatos> 6* BIX begins to puff out warm area from his boosters again.
<Xanatos> <BIX> Check...sky?
<ChadWinters`> <Id> I am working on that right now. 6Id begins doing the math based on wear and tear on the tower and any signs from the sky
<Seraphna> Alita> Mmm, well I don't see a swarm of angry Legion about so possibly we missed that wonderful point in history.
<Alicia> <Ceilidh> "Mmmm..."
<Jackieness> <Lana> W"e would need access to the observatory to correlate the star positions again."
<DeathStar> *Neekito warps Lana to the observation and after a bit of work*
<ChadWinters`> <Id> That would make it quicker but give me time.
<DeathStar> *They learn they are likely weeks or days before the Legion the attack*
<DeathStar> *dun dun duuuun*
<DeathStar> -TBC--
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Session Close: Mon Dec 27 23:03:51 2021