The Nexus

[Hunting] Dammit, that usually works. Whoever this guy is, he means business. Instead of risking another direct clash, Hiep retreats, leaping back to get some distance and figure out her next move. Once, there was a maiden... ...whose shadow fled from her. She chased it over fire and stone. When sh...

[Ruins] Thariza's nose twitches as the scent reaches her. Her mood lifts for reasons she can't place. In fact she doesn't even really consciously notice it. "If you're here to collect plants and I'm here to collect..." She pulls a list out of her pocket and consults it. "Pottery and ...

[Hunting] Hiep seems to realize that she can't avoid attacks from both directions simultaneously, which is why she... doesn't? She blocks a few strikes from one side, but she leaves herself open to the other one. At which point Nathair will find that her skin is hard as iron and what wounds he infl...

[Seminar Room] "Another Vigil member voiced their suspicions," Calm Reed says. "I decided that, as an Exalted monk, I am well-equipped to investigate." [A Meeting of Minds] " Fascinating ." Dorota is looking quite enthralled by the drone. "What kind of shapes can ...

[Hunting] "Want my shoes?" Hiep smiles and raises her eyebrows. "That's not what I was expecting." Then she's out of the saddle, leaping through the air and trying to land on Nathair's face with a downwards kick. Two things become apparent - Hiep is extremely strong and the sand...

[Cry Havoc]

Does he see through those zombies? Useful, but inconvenient when he has to separate from them. Wenomir walks up and places a hand on his shoulder.

"Our airship will be here shortly. I'll lead you there. Our people will take your sister."

[On the Dragons' Trail] Finding information about the wood-dragons has proven surprisingly difficult. They're either elusive or no one has taken the time to study them in-depth. The danger they present might have been a factor. However, Ambrosia does eventually get a name: one magister Esterchaze P...

[The Mound]

"We didn't really have a choice, did we?" Iknika sounds like she's trying to convince herself as much as the others. She holds onto Jig's saddle to steady herself. "We saw what he did. What he was trying to do."

[Hunting]

Shit. The famed paranoia of the Sidereal Exalted failed Hiep. This guy is anyone but a lost traveler.

"...I don't know who told you that, but she wasn't there. And you really don't know who you're threatening right now."

[Ruins]

"Can't say I have. Back home there's a race of people who look like really big humans and can turn part animal. But they do it voluntarily." Thariza looks between Atreyu's tail and the cigarette. "Don't mind me, but what are you taking a break from exactly?"

[Hunting] The green-haired woman appears human in every respect, but there's an undeniable power to her. Dormant, for now, but ready to be brought forth when she wants. It permeates her every aspect. Her mount is bound to her in some way, but otherwise mostly mundane. Her sandals might draw Nathair...

[Hunting] Ah, crap. Another one? Someone who got winged by the anomaly but didn't return to where he came. Or maybe he's just plain lost the usual way. In any case, best help him get out of here. "Maybe I can. Do you need directions to the nearest road? It's an easy place to get lost in."

[Ruins]

"My name's Thariza and I'm a Charr. The only one around, as far as I can tell." Her tail swishes behind her. She really wouldn't mind meeting another Charr one of these days. "Don't know what werefolk are but I'm pretty sure we're not them."

[Hunting] The first thing Nathair might notice isn't any kind of human, but a strange effect blanketing a part of the coast. It clouds minds and senses, making people turn around and forget where they were going. But his quarry doesn't seem to be there. He does, however, see someone head in that di...

[Ruins] Well, well. Who's this? Thariza has never seen a werewolf before. She's heard of Norn wearing the shape of the wolf but she hasn't seen it for herself. "And you're one of the few people I've met who aren't smaller than I am," she replies as she puts her hatchet in a holster. "...

[Cry Havoc] Wenomir rubs his eyes as his poleaxe shifts back into a longsword and he sheathes it. As usual, the argument after the fight seems to take longer than the fight itself. "It's easier to let him bring them along," he tells Kothar, then points a finger at Vyzan. "But it goes...

[The Mound]

"Well, we got him." Iknika looks down at the spirit trapped between Jig's mandibles. "But what do we do now? I don't think Jig can hold onto him for long."

[Seminar Room] "While I'm aware of all the rumors surrounding Magtok I don't think they necessarily prove anything. Though more to the point, how is this connected to Blanche exactly? Since while I know her mother and he has a relationship that doesn't exactly make them close and her biologica...

[Cry Havoc]

"We cooperate with the authorities as necessary. Sometimes, we're better suited to handling a particular threat," Wenomir says curtly. "You'll be given food and clothes, yes. She'll be our prisoner, you'll be... a visitor, let's say."

[Hoshiki's home]

"No, I'm afraid what I've got to say and show to him is confidential." Michalson really isn't sure if writing down something vague would hurt, but he'd rather play it safe. It's been enough of a mess already. "Have a good day, miss."

[Trip with a Raptor] "Lucien likes tea, so I'm sure a tea party can be arranged sometime." Wenomir is putting a perhaps strange amount of effort into making sure Lucien has friends. "They have lots of relatives? Why, sounds like someone else I know." Looking up from the kids to ...

[Birds and Babs- Treasure Hunt] "You both look great in those!" Kestrel says, before placing Silver back down and continuing to give him treats. "I keep getting told I spoil him too much, but it's hard not to. And no need for thanks! I had fun." She smiles gently at the Woblins,...

[Seminar Room] "Are you unfamiliar with his history?" Calm Reed asks. "I was not here for most of his deeds, I admit. But all I have heard makes him a man to watch out for. He has clashed with Vigil in the past... betrayed them and undermined them. He might have turned out a new leaf...

[Uncia's House]

By the Riddle, is she going to make cat puns every time she speaks? How rude would it be to point it out? Probably very rude, so he'll suffer in silence.

"It is... a pleasure. And a surprise. I'm certainly bamboozled, so your mission was a success."

[Cry Havoc] Wenomir looks between Vyzan, Kothar and Raheeda as he considers each of their words. "I can't take your word for it. If she doesn't listen to you and kills again, it would be on our heads," he decides. "We need to at least try containing her. You can come with us to make ...

[Seminar Room] "It is a private investigation." As before, Calm Reed feels a pang of doubt deep within, but ignores it. Surely she wouldn't have embarked on this quest if it wasn't worthwhile. "He is not a direct threat as of now, but all members must be... vigilant, if you will forg...

[Incognito Golem] "I can't make clones of myself, no. I wish I could, though. It'd be useful and entertaining." Hiep stretches. "And yeah. Beating you up would be counterproductive. But if you're here the next time I show up, we can work something out. See you both later," she s...

[Seminar Room]

"I am investigating any possible ties to Magtok." Ties to Reinholdt as well, but she won't say it for now. "Your leader vehemently denying any such ties does suggest there may be none. Is he truly her father as I have heard?"

[Avian Arrivals] What follows is quite a lot of paperwork, as the jewelry is evaluated and catalogued; Reelshka will insist on giving Jack a copy of the paperwork. Jack might not think much of it but Reelshka has to keep a detailed account of all donations. [Birds and Babs- Treasure Hunt] The wobli...

[Seminar Room]

"I did not. The situation was somewhat chaotic and I decided I would not crowd the scene unless I was needed." Calm Reed looks down at Ambrosia with a pensive expression. "I did know that. She has been working with them more closely."