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Damus Trifarn
The Yellow Lantern Corps
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Posted - 2013.10.06 03:36:00 -
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Damus, anxious to search for materials on his book, overhears Steady asking for information on how the faith is seen outside the Empire. Walking up to the Templars, Damus takes out a document and hands it to Templar Twelve.
"Hello gentlemen, my name is Damus Trifarn. I am here to acquire information on the Amarrian faith as seen from an outsider. I couldn't help but notice that this fellow researcher was looking for the same kind of information."
Turning to Steady, Damus asks, " I don't mean to intrude on your inquiry, sir, but if you would be willing to share any data that you find with me, I would greatly appreciate it."
Damus gets a puzzled look, as if he forgot something. A few seconds later he beams with remembrance.
"Ah, yes, the document. That is a reference to this fine collection of data, signed by the Director of the Research Division of the Anmatar Library. The letter is merely a list of my credentials to assure you of my academic credibility and validity of my reasons for being here. I understand the Amarrian perception of the Minmatar commands caution when you see me, but I assure you, my purposes for today are strictly academic. You see, I wish to compile data for a book on Minmatar - Amarr relations from a Minmatar's point of view. To do this I will require some information on how others see the Empire, and I will use that to compare with the view of Minmatar society, hopefully spotting patterns in foreign behavior towards the Empire."
Waiting for the Templar to finish reading the letter, Damus sits and, pulling out a sketch pad, begins to draw the architecture of the building.
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Damus Trifarn
The Yellow Lantern Corps
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Posted - 2013.10.06 16:21:00 -
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Damus, taking notes on Templar's references and insights, thanks him for the information.
"This will be quite useful for my book. I will be sure to come here in the future for any other inquiries; the quality and quantity of information here is staggering.
"Now, to answer your questions as to what my beliefs and views are:
"First and foremost I am part of the Minmatar Republic. I understand this causes confusion considering I came on behalf of the Anmatar. Allow me to explain: I was sent over to the Anmatar by the Minmatar as a means of establishing connections between the two groups. We wished to open up academic communication to understand Amarrian life. Our line of thinking was that some of us have believed the faith, so we want to know how it has blended with their Minmatar roots.
"This offer was accepted by the Anmatar Library, who saw this as mutually beneficial; the Anmatar can understand more of their Minmatar roots, and the Minmatar can understand how the faith can be implemented into Minmatar life.
"As for my personal beliefs: I have some questions on the Amarrian faith, so I'll leave those for later. As it is now, I see the Amarrian faith as a system that, while cohesive, has a few flaws that I've noticed over the years.
"If this revelation makes me unwelcome, I'll leave now. If you want to inquire of my concerns, feel free to do so. I've had dealing with True Adamance before on this issue, but I wouldn't mind having a discussion with any of the respected Templars working here."
Damus begins drawing the building again, seeing that it will take the Templars some time to recover from shock and collect themselves for whatever course of action they decide upon. |
Damus Trifarn
The Yellow Lantern Corps
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Posted - 2013.10.08 01:07:00 -
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Damus looks at Templar Twelve, then at his luxurious sword. Damus flips a page of his sketchpad and begins drawing the design of the sword.
"Quite a nice sword; the designs would be excellent for a decorative pattern in my home. You see, my fiance is in a coma, and as I travel the universe I draw anything I find beautiful, and when she wakes up I am going to show her all that I've sketched, and we'll decide where to live and be together, and how our home will be built."
Damus, finishing the sketch, quietly puts away the pad and pen. He speaks as calmly and peacefully as he can, choosing his words carefully.
"Now I hope that bit of small talk has calmed your mind. I hate the conversations that arise with a mind bent on aggression. I do not mean any trouble; you've seen that I have no weapons, and I completely lack the means to begin a fight when I'm obviously outnumbered and lack a elegant nova sword. You've also seen my letter, and my credentials: contact any of them and you will be given the confirmation you seek.
"I plead nothing, Templar, but I state the obvious; I am a soldier of the Republic, and it takes no genius to guess by now what my mind is harboring. Kill me and I will be nothing more than a body to clean up, ultimately a wasted effort on your part to eradicate an enemy. I would not only a wasted body bag, but a terrible hostage, for all you could learn from me is how to shade properly on a Matari leaflet with Amarrian pen.
"In light of that, your assertions do not frighten me. I've been 'killed' before; once more will not trouble me in the slightest. If the fog of instinctive aggression has cleared your mind, you will realize you are presented with an intriguing opportunity: you have a Minmatar citizen in your collection of vast religious documents. I have agreed to have peaceful discussion over the Amarrian faith, and you have ample backup from Adamance and Steady should you be left without answers, not to mention the documents in here that can give you plenty of references.
"So, you have two choices: you can throw and not only go against everything you work for, to convert my 'barbaric' race to your faith, but also ignore the peace attempts for the sake of knowledge. On the other hand, you can talk to me and maybe even convert me, proving the mercy of your beliefs. I already know the rules of your philosophy well enough to know what your response should be; what it will be remains to be seen."
Damus, mentally relaxing after his best attempt at diplomacy, hands his notes to Adamance.
"I won't take your academic property if you deem me unwelcome, so here are my notes. Maybe the Amarr can at least benefit from the intellectual processes of a Matari if a mutually beneficial decision cannot be made."
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Damus Trifarn
The Yellow Lantern Corps
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Posted - 2013.10.16 01:12:00 -
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Damus, amused with the turn of events, returns to research.
"The hypocrisy is so inspiring. Great material for my book from that conversation."
Damus looks at Steady and smiles, then speaks in a lighthearted voice, as if he became close friends with the Amarr.
"Come now, don't have such an expression and grim outlook, we've avoided a bloody mess and can instead focus our research! If you require more information before you help me, I'd love to answer some of your questions. I will be writing my book and researching while you ask questions, so forgive me for a delayed response. I wish the best of luck to you in your research!"
Damus, now exceedingly eager to write, begins to write down a recent idea he had for his book and hums to his favorite Sebiestor tune.
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