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Revlis_Nogard 06-13-07, 08:20 AM	An ancient man in the most dilapidated clothing opens the small leather flap leading into his hut. It looks like he has somehow aged again, adding to his already considerable years. In the corner of the hovel, Vicgretor Stormhand sits, praying to his deity. He rises upon seeing the man enter. "Master, you've finally returned! How was the Abyss?" "Unpleasent, as always. They're nowhere near ready to end that war. Much to my dismay, I could not seem to promote a peace between the demons and devils. It sseems they could not unite under a single banner..." At the end of saying this, the old man gives a single, obvious wink to his companion. He then begins to take a seat on his singular comfort-a small cushion near the altar. "Now, before I had left, we had been discussing the deeds of St. Altan of Bryxia..."
Revlis_Nogard 06-13-07, 12:37 PM	The two combatants land inside of the surprisingly spacious tent. Nothing had been disturbed, aside from a hole in the wall. Teiresias rises upon the entrance of his pupil and his pupil's foe, and stands idly by for a few moments.
Lord_Gareth 06-13-07, 12:37 PM	With a loud clanging and crashing, Jaden lands on her ass just inches from the tent, spitting out curses so foul that the dirt itself blackens. Slowly, she picks herself up and sheaths her swords, sensing the sacredness of the place.
Revlis_Nogard 06-13-07, 12:39 PM	In both Jaden's and Vicgretor's minds, Teiresias' voice can be heard. It is not a normal, gentle voice that the old man normally speaks in, but a harsher, louder, and surprisingly upset tone. "Fighting in here is forbidden...do it, and you shall be destroyed. I promise both of you that."
Lord_Gareth 06-13-07, 12:42 PM	"Yeah, I sort of figured that one out. Your flunky here has quite the tongue on him, insulting Gareth like that. I was just a tad miffed about it."
Revlis_Nogard 06-13-07, 12:45 PM	"Vicgretor! What did I say about revenge! Just because Gareth harmed your friend does not give you the right to harm him or his compatriots. Now. Apologize." "Master, I--" "Do it." "Fine. I apologize, madam. I did not mean to insult your lord. It was my fault entirely."
Lord_Gareth 06-13-07, 12:47 PM	"Now, what did Gareth do? If you'd actually made that clear, I might not have gotten so angry. I mean, geez, this guy used to wipe out worlds, I can understand a bit of anger about that." Jaden crouches down to rest on her heels, balancing easily in her plate mail.
Revlis_Nogard 06-13-07, 12:53 PM	"Vicgretor, go sit and do pennance...I will speak with Miss Jaden, here." Vicgretor shuffles off to the other side of the tent, obviously upset at the outcome. "Now, as for Vicgretor...about five years ago, he died. Or, I should say, was killed in an attempt to kill me. However, before that, he and I had a good talk about the Shining One's faith...he was this close to repentance when the guards killed him, much to my dismay. Well, I couldn't let him rot in the Abyss...I knew he had a good soul. I pulled some strings with Pelor, and was able to convince him to allow Vicgretor to become a Hellbred--sort of a petitioner for his salvation, in case you didn't know. Anyway, he became a good paladin. He knew all the scriptures and all of the codes--but none of the others trusted him. I did, though, and I found the perfect place for him. Given his appearance, and ability to lie and bluff, I sent him to infiltrate the Blood War, on the side of the Devils. He was stationed with a group of horned devils, whom he developed quite a bond with, despite their being evil. Then, from what I understand, your lord came to the layer they were fighting on, and destroyed Vicgretor's unit entirely. I heard they had a fierce battle, but Gareth had to cut it short for some reason. Regardless, my pupil is upset at Gareth for killing those devils, and despite my warnings, has sworn revenge."
Lord_Gareth 06-13-07, 12:54 PM	"Huh. You know, Gareth did do a number on the Abyss in his day. That's when I met him. But devils? Come on, they're fiends. Why would he be attached to them?"
Revlis_Nogard 06-13-07, 12:57 PM	"He felt very much the same way for a while. However, when you're fighting the Blood War, and see some of the atrocities with a group of people, you're bound to develop a comradery with them...regardless of how you feel about the rest of their kind. In many ways, it shows much compassion on Vicgretor's part...however, I wish he could honor their memory in less violent ways."
Lord_Gareth 06-13-07, 01:05 PM	"Well," Jaden says as she stands up, "He threatens Gareth again and I'll butcher him, and that'll be the end of that. Good day." With much grunting and clanking, she begins the climb back up into the Taverne.
Revlis_Nogard 06-13-07, 01:07 PM	"The bloodshed...it just isn't allowed to end, is it?"
Lord_Gareth 06-13-07, 01:09 PM	Jaden calls down in a friendly voice, "I can't help it, I'm Wrath. What'dya expect, hugs?" The paladin pulls herself into the Taverne and dissapears from view.
Revlis_Nogard 06-13-07, 01:14 PM	"Justice...why did you have to die...these days are such good times for your talents...stubborn old fool..."
Revlis_Nogard 06-13-07, 03:04 PM	A disembodied, feminine voice fills Teiresias' mind. "And what do you want, o great priest of Pelor?" "Nothing...just reminiscing, you know? It's been a while since I've seen you, is all." "There's a good reason for that; I"m dead now, remember? My body was kind of destroyed fighting that demon horde." "I was there. I do recall it. But, that was a long time ago; I think I've found someone to help you." "You've said this before, your lordship, and each time, it only ends badly." "Justice refuses to accept another champion...it only wants you. And the world needs a champion of justice..."
Revlis_Nogard 06-14-07, 01:48 AM	Axl Dersess, holding his beloved Endeca, who is still asleep, stumbles into Teiresias' tent. The old priest is conversing with some unknown figure, however upon seeing the man enter, rises to meet him. Vicgretor is asleep in the corner. "You...heal...old man?" "Of course, my son...clear your mind of all things, and be calm. You will be safe in a moment." Divine power rushes into Axl, as his vitality begins to skyrocket. "Thanks...I really owe you one. How much?" "I do not do this to get paid, my son. Please, go and be safe, and may the Shining One watch over you. But before you go...where did you get such an old wound?" As Axl makes his way out the door, he answers. "Some weird guy at the bar with a bigass knife. I didn't catch the name. And if there's anything I can ever do for you, don't be afraid to hunt me down. Name's Axl Dersess. Axl leaves, and Teiresias thinks to himself. "That boy has a just soul...he may be of use...but I have bigger matters to attend to know." With that, Teiresias also exits.