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Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.26 13:42:00 - [1] - Quote Sandromin's battle turns up less epic than he had expected when a piercing blue light flashes blinding both him and his troops. By the time they regain their sight they see only a man wearing an astonishing complex armor of white. Many components being crystal that emit a blue aura similar to before. He silently approaches. What brings you to the edge of the earth? Well I suppose you can't perceive what is truly around you. However before any proper introductions I must ask a question. Do you come with intentions of peace or hostility? A fair warning, if you were to choose the latter, you would soon regret your decision.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.27 18:15:00 - [2] - Quote Sandromin Hes wrote: Thanatos 716 wrote: Sandromin's battle turns up less epic than he had expected when a piercing blue light flashes blinding both him and his troops. By the time they regain their sight they see only a man wearing an astonishing complex armor of white. Many components being crystal that emit a blue aura similar to before. He silently approaches. What brings you to the edge of the earth? Well I suppose you can't perceive what is truly around you. However before any proper introductions I must ask a question. Do you come with intentions of peace or hostility? A fair warning, if you were to choose the latter, you would soon regret your decision. It very well depends. Are you the archnecromancer? Furthermore, am I able to negotiate? And beyond that, what are your intentions? Archnecromancer? Ah I see. You must be misinformed. The Archnecromancer has been dead for quite sometime now. I'm also guessing you haven't ventured this far west before. You may not realize it but you've endangered yourself and anyone who has followed you. Allow me to introduce myself. I am King Thanatos of Diyad. If you'd do me the pleasure of accompanying me to my kingdom I could better explain your situation. Also if you would excuse my earlier threat. You see people don't tread these lands anymore and when I see you approaching with an army, plus your allies parading in from the distance. It's only logical that I'd take an aggressive stance.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.27 22:57:00 - [3] - Quote Alixenus wrote: Unbeknownst to Thanatos and Sandromin, Venezzians make themselves as obvious as possible when marching so that their scouts and skirmishers can prepare ambushes. And the scouts themselves are tragically unaware that the Sandmen are accompanying Thanatos of their own free will. After reporting the situation to Alixenus, he ordered that the entire army fall silent and proceed at double time whilst he rode ahead to command the Ambush. "Sandromin may be enchanted, or this is some form of elaborate trap. Either way, we will get to the bottom of this. Concentrate fire upon the newcommer, if any sandmen get in the way, shoot to wound. Fire on my lead" Perched in an outcrop, his armour smeared in ash for camoflage, the Lord Lieutenant brings his Ash-wood siege crossbow to his shoulder, aims at Thanatos' heart... And pulls the trigger. Without a hint of distress, Thanatos allows the arrow to strike him. However the arrow barely pierces his armor. He looks toward Alixenus's position as if he had pinpointed his location from the start. He calls out in a loud voice. "I see you've come to join us. And you've made yourself familiar with my armor. You see it's made with a very SPECIAL kind of adamantium native to my land. I do warn you however, if you try that again well... Why don't we get going now considering you being here has endangered your life! You see that beam of light is made up of a very complex energy. One whose radiation would kill you after prolonged exposure." Thanatos appears to press some type of mechanism on his gauntlet. The beam of light pulsates and like a fading mirage reveals that they had not been in the "badlands" at all but simply a narrow strip of land. In the distance they see where abnormal tectonic activity had raised the land significantly. The only thing separating the landmass and the ocean around was a surrounding abyss most likely leading to he depths of Dustia. Behind Thanatos appears an aircraft resembling a balloon. He invites both parties onto the balloon which carries them up above the landmass.There they could see the whole continent. Mostly mountain ranges surrounded the border but in the center was a large canyon.The sky seemed to be permanently grey like a storm was approaching. In the distance they could see dozens of cities of marble and gold all lit up, they were embedded in the sides and summits of the mountains. Even more cities floated above the canyon attached to gargantuan, lit up balloons. The most spectacular city being the capital. It encompassed the whole canyon. As they lowered in front of the palace it became obvious that the technology in this lost kingdom was very much advanced. From floating elevators to advanced tools. The guards wore simple white and gold armor(they resemble the queen's royal guard) and they were equipped with crossbow and saber. As they entered the throne room of the palace Thanatos sat upon his throne. "If you have anything to say now is the time to do so." [OOC: I don't really mind how you change the game I'm just happy to be playing. I was up at 6AM yesterday reading everything until now like a book. I was very entertained. By hero-nation do you mean like focusing on your individual character and the nation is secondary?]
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.28 21:52:00 - [4] - Quote IGNORE THIS
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.28 22:38:00 - [5] - Quote OOC: For some reason I've been have trouble posting. I only get the quote to appear
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.28 23:58:00 - [6] - Quote Sandromin Hes wrote: By the recent reports, my second in command states that the zombies shall be in our lands in 3 days time... Meanwhile, Thanatos and I are discussing many things. I shall begin with my questions. "Indeed, what ever did happen to the archnecromancer? Furthermore, I would like to know very much about the entire zombie incident and invasion of the golems that caused it. Who has been causing this mayhem? As you can see, we went to the trouble of coming here just because of this entire incident. Also, Alixenus, you may stand down, as there is no immediate threat. However, you may keep your weapons on you." It seems we have trouble brewing. OOC: Who likes this so far? Also, I'm going to be taking this entire forum thread and making it into an forever-growing book. Who likes that idea? And finally, I've decided that we shall base our nations off our heroes, and it shall be much like a saga. Of course. Let me start with the Archnecromancer. He was slain centuries ago. After Ignak defeated the last of the Mor'tuums and became a Lich, the area was only a dead husk, true badlands. My people were always here hiding from him. What Ignak did not know was what his constant battles had unearthed. That beam of light you saw, was part of a power source underground. It's called iyo. It had caused the continent to raise up from the ocean. For centuries he sat at the edge amassing more and more power waiting for another nation to come after him, while the Diyad Kingdom slowly developed. He waited but boats never came. He never realized that they couldn't. He had gone mad. Iyonic radiation is very deadly. My people evolved and became immune to its negative effects. He on the other hand survived off of his evil magick alone. The radiation weakened both his body and mind. When Diyad grew to a decent size, the 7th king, King Lionus III led an army to end him once and for all. He wielded the famous adamantium saber that I wield today. However this was not like normal adamantium, it was stronger and lighter due to iyonic radiation. The battle with Ignak's undead army was long and difficult but that saber allowed Lionus III to fight his way through. Ignak's skin was frail from the radiation and his death was swift. Afterwards the kingdom expanded the whole continent and scholars had discovered iyo. It became our primary energy source. It also led to the development of Alkhemistry. This allowed people called Alkhemists to manipulate matter to the molecular level. Iyo helps amplify an alkhemist's ability significantly. With iyo we gained knowledge, and technology evolved at an exponential rate. But now for the problem at hand. It seems we share a common purpose. The hand of Fate has practically slapped us across the face. Years ago my historians discovered a horrible truth. Ignak was not the first Archnecromancer. Actually one of hundreds of reincarnations of the first. Each one significantly stronger than the other. Whenever one is defeated their power is stored within a book called the Dark Arcanum. They also carry a piece of a device needed to decipher the book. Every time a person became an AN(abbreviation), they would already be powerful. With the book in their possession they would, at least at this point, be akin to gods. I've devoted my short decade as king to finding each piece. I've found all except one. If there are zombies that means somewhere in this world someone has already become an AN. Ignak had special spells and curses cast before his demise. Ones that can only be activated by him or his successor. They can be stopped if only I could find the last piece of the damn cipher. To add insult to injury the pieces are hexed. By the time I realized it it was too late. Now I'm cursed. The evil magicks slowly poison my mind. My will was once strong but I am growing weaker. Sometimes the evil takes over completely and I have to force it back. Without that last piece I can't remove them. I fear what decisions I may make under their influence. Or worse, how someone can manipulate me to aid in their own evil goals. So I present you with an opportunity. If you can help me find the last piece I should be able to cure myself and these zombies. But you better decide fast because it seems we are running out of time. [OOC How's that for backstory, plot/character progression, and introducing another character that can possibly become an antagonist. P.S. little manipulation hint was for you Xavier. Also funny you mention book. Before I stepped in I was up at 6:00AM reading every single post like a book and was thoroughly entertained. Before I got to the end I had somewhat planned Diyad to be my nation in the badlands and by the time I got there it seemed that the timing was perfect. Talk about hands of Fate
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.29 12:38:00 - [7] - Quote OOC:If we're focusing more on our heroes we should probably note their strengths, weaknesses, special abilities and whatnot. That way we can keep everything a little more organized. It's up to you though Sandromin. If so what format should it be in?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.29 20:50:00 - [8] - Quote Thanatos removes his crown and rubs his head. He is clearly exhausted, and appears far older than he actually is. As Alixenus speaks he realizes just how much more advanced his kingdom actually was. He decided to speak in simpler terms to avoid confusion or misunderstanding. "The AN has not revealed his or her self as of now. We have no sure way of finding him. This also means that as of now they pose no immediate threat. The piece of the cipher on the other hand is vital. And we do have the means to find that. It is the key to ridding ourselves of the golems and zombies" He leads the two into a room. The room is initially dark. The only thing that pierces the darkness is a glowing globe of Dustia hovering above a spiraling structure. "This device has indicated the final piece lay somewhere far east. We can't distinguish exactly where. I do know however that it would be found in an area that is generally dark. My people have not left this land for quite some time. We have not been father east than here. But you two have. From my knowledge the piece would be located somewhere where perhaps there would have been several odd or supernatural occurrences. Something along the lines of phantoms or agonized souls. A place subject to rumors or folktales. Can you recall any place like that?"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.30 00:16:00 - [9] - Quote "No Xavier you should return to your people, gather your forces. Try to minimize death. You'll only need to hold out a while longer." He fiddles with the globe and a flashing light pinpoints the source of the dark magicks in the Logipriest nation. "It is difficult with only a direction to locate the final piece, but when you narrow it down to a specific area... Well as you can see thanks to you we now know where we're going. Sandromin will come with me. I will send my alkhemist knights to protect his people. Honestly Alixenus is a fool. He came to me looking for an enemy that was already dead. I even invited him to my kingdom. He didn't even ask for my help? How foolish indeed." As Xavier leaves the palace, Thanatos gestures Sandromin to stand back. Thanatos draws his saber and holds it in the air. Blue alkhemical markings glow from the blade and the floor beneath them begins to shake. Before Sandromin realizes it, the entire room is moving downward. It becomes apparent that it is traveling underground. As Thanatos sheathes his saber he turns to Sandromin. "Now that I'm sure no one can hear us... There is something alarming I need to discuss with you."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.30 01:33:00 - [10] - Quote "First of all we need to establish something right now. This is of utmost importance. Are you prepared to become my ally? I say this to you specifically because of all your allies, you are the most trustworthy. Before I became ruler, my kingdom saw dark times. Generations of greed, corruption, and misuse of power has stained our history. And I have worked hard to regain our glory. We weren't supposed to be a secluded nation. Lionus III died 30 years after defeating the AN without an heir. With the loss of such a pivotal figure Parliament took complete control. They censored documents, burned books and cut off ties. Passing off their own as an illegitimate son, to make sure they maintained this power. With my own two hands I ended the Great Civil War that plagued us for two decades. This is our first contact with the outside world in four centuries. And I've chosen to make an ally of you. But will you make one of me. You must choose now." The room shudders, indicating that its descent is almost finished.

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.30 11:13:00 - [11] - Quote Thanatos stares blankly into space, as if he had not heard a word. By his facial expressions Sandromin could plainly see that he was troubled, or worried. "It is good that you seek peace. Peace is of course an unattainable goal. But oft those who work towards it make the world a better place. I am your ally. As your ally I am obligated to protect your interests as well as mine. My advice to you is this. It is crucial to know the difference between your allies and people you trust. I am sure the Logipriests are a fine people indeed. Alixenus is without a doubt loyal. A fool, but loyal none the less. What I'm getting at is.... be wary of Xavier. I didn't want to address this at the time, but I wonder how did he get to my map room? It is impossible to get to this kingdom without my balloons, and as you recall this nation is protected by that beam of iyo, completely invisible. Not only that but he somehow managed to make it into my palace and through my throne room without my guards stopping him, or at least alerting me. But we can discuss this later. A day's journey you say? Well that won't be a problem here." The room stops at a screeching halt. Before them stands a vast underground laboratory. Spiraling structures and whirring machines fill the room. There are people and machines manipulating iyo to create different inventions. Thanatos leads Sandromin through the lab to an area where a large structure stands. It's shape resembles a spade or a round arrow. It is visibly powered by the blue iyonic energy. There are visible tentacle-like limbs protruding from it's bottom and sides that seem to be able to detract back inside. At the center of the the bottom, is a blue glowing orb. Sandromin guesses that this may be the structure's source of power. "With all of our advances in technology, the least of which have been in weaponry. What I am about to show you is not just a weapon,but the pinnacle of all invention. It is of course, modestly named... The Pinnacle of All Invention (PAI for short). It is, in a sense, everything. It is a vehicle capable of great speed. It can travel any terrain. From land, to air, and even underwater. It is equipped with the most advanced iyonic weaponry. Capable of devastating buildings and terrain, to killing or disabling waves of troops at a time. Because of iyo it is also able to repair itself as well as other things. Your day's journey has just become approximately 8 minutes. Now we must head to the Logipriest grand temple." He raises his saber once more, this time the blue markings appear under the feet of the two. They seem to form a circle bearing complex lines and shapes. A blue transparent wall surrounds them. The feeling is almost ethereal as they seem to float out of their bodies and through the walls of the vessel. Once inside Thanatos mans the control interface. The floor below the vessel appears to be some type of elevator as it takes them even deeper below the laboratory. Revealing a tunnel that leads out of the landmass. Thanatos flies the ship out the tunnel and sets a course for the Logipriest nation.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.30 21:37:00 - [12] - Quote Just as Thanatos had said, the PAI had arrived at the Logipriest grand temple in only 8 minutes. As they exited the PAI and entered the temple Thanatos thought to himself about the task at hand. The Logipriests would never touch Diyad and neither would the golems. Was he truly acting on his own accord? Or perhaps instead being forced along a destined path by the hands of Fate. There was no doubt about it. Even a child could feel the evil energies that filled the dark corridors like a vile stench. He had wondered why Sandromin had not said a a word since their departure. The silence had made him uneasy. Without a steady conversation to keep him occupied, he would be forced to listen to the voices. The voices that told him to drive his saber into Sandromin's heart. The voices that told him to turn back. The same voices that told him to surrender unto them. Memories and thoughts that did not belong to him ever invaded his mind. Please Fate, please! I cannot hold on much longer. I need more time. JUST SOME MORE TIME PLEASE DAMMIT! FOR FATE'S SAKE SANDROMIN JUST ONE WORD! His own voice by now slowed down to a whisper. Like a child adrift in a raging sea. At least for now the sea grew silent. Now is not the time. We are so close to reaching our goal. I can end this. By this time they had reached the main offering room. In the center lay an alter. Upon the alter is the final piece of the cipher. "Idiots. All along the Logipriests had this in their possession. Oblivious to what truly lay before them. Using it as some type of offering." Fully aware of the hex that was on each piece of the cipher, Thanatos stood near the entrance alongside Sandromin. He waited for him to speak, for he knew what his next action would be.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.30 22:19:00 - [13] - Quote ...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.30 22:33:00 - [14] - Quote Unbeknownst to Xavier, PAI is equipped with a security system. A well placed shock leaves his men incapacitated outside of the temple. As he hears footsteps approaching their position. Thanatos quickly makes his way to the piece, leaving less than a metre between him and it. By the time Xavier enters the room, Thanatos is pleased with his advantages in case of a possible conflict. "Marvelous isn't it? It is the single greatest invention my alkhemists have ever come up with. You seemed to arrive just in time." Consider our golem and zombie threat eliminated. I have the Dark Arcanum ready to dispel the magicks of the previous AN." The fact that Thanatos has been rubbing the hilt of his saber with his thumb goes unnoticed. The markings glowing a dim blue as not to draw attention. He waits to hear Sandromin's response.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.30 23:15:00 - [15] - Quote "Wouldn't have guessed the doors can only be entered, not exited. No wonder there was no one here. Perhaps I underestimated the Logipriests. To answer your question Sandromin, no. I assure you I am no AN. We only need this piece to finish the cipher. Then I can use it to translate the Dark Arcanum and dispel the magicks which brought about the golem/zombie threat. The Logipriests would immediately return to normal. Now let's end this shall we. What say you Xavier?"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.30 23:37:00 - [16] - Quote OOC: It could be 8 hours then instead. I just wanted to express the fact that if you left we'd certainly get there first. Didn't mean to make it seem OP. Edit: HOLD ON PAUSE... the voices part was italicized. I meant to indicate that these were his inner thoughts. My apologies. You may want to edit that post again.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.30 23:50:00 - [17] - Quote OOC:I mean we now have a nation full of mechs and androids and Sandromin is fine with that. It was kind of the point. Diyad was supposed to be the lost city with technology far beyond the other nations. The PAI represents basically the best my nation has to offer it is and always will be the most powerful thing I have. I mean it does have some crucial weakness when it comes to travel and combat. I just didn't mention it because it didn't seem like something my character would say for no real reason. He would highlight it's positives. Edit #3: It is air travel. We've achieved basic flight Which would be very much faster. If I must I'd lengthen it to 6 or 7 days but that doesn't seem realistic. But I'll wait for Sandromin.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.01.31 00:24:00 - [18] - Quote OOC: Well that settles it, 12 hours. That seems realistic. Now it does seem pretty silly to say 8 minutes. I was running on a severe lack of sleep. Trying to make sense of what you're typing whilst half asleep isn't as easy as it may seem. So it was a 12 hour journey. Now back to the story. The blue markings on the hilt of saber now glow with more intensity, cracking the ground around the alter. Nothing of great effect. More than likely to create an obstacle between himself and Xavier. Gold is slowly invading his once hazel irises. He was now uncharacteristically furious. "Hear now the gravity of my words. I AM RUNNING OUT OF TIME! Do you have any idea what I sacrificed by coming this far! You could never understand this endless struggle. A struggle between preserving this world or your people! Between protecting yourself, or becoming subject to the cruel path that Fate has set you on. I CAN'T PREVENT THE INEVITABLE!" He takes from his pocket the rest of the cipher, grabbing the final piece and uniting the two from his pocket he grabs a long thread that he transforms into the Dark Arcanum. Before his very eyes the words and incantations becoming clear to him. After flipping through pages he recited... "Thorak onvay ohkai corone!" At that moment the page of the book burned to ashes. The golems had turned to rubble and Logipriest back to humans as promised. But then something unexpected happened. Thanatos drew his saber.... and impaled himself through the chest. The last expression on his face being that of pain. Not physical, but something much much deeper. The book falls near Sandromin's feet, fully translated. Then suddenly time seemed to stop. Xavier and Sandromin were frozen in place. They only watched as an ethereal figure approached Thanatos's lifeless body. The figure appeared to be female. She embraced him almost lovingly. "It was only inevitable." It was only a whisper, but her words echoed loudly throughout the room. In an instance, both her and Thanatos's body disappeared, and both Xavier and Sandromin regained control of their bodies as the temple started to collapse around them.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.02 21:38:00 - [19] - Quote Galrick M'kron wrote: OOC: Alright then, here are the current situations in the plot threads of the Collective: Meanwhile, at the Collective main city... A loud buzzer went off in a white room, waking the large figure of Brutus lying on the floor. A mechanical voice said through an intercom:"Welcome, Subject 89, to your test chambers. After you complete your tests, you shall be released. Proceed to the next room. Failure to comply with orders will result in a reprimand via your shock collar." In another testing chamber... The buzzer woke up the six logipriests in a test chamber, with the same instructions issued. In a negotiation with Sandromin... The Engineer stood before Sandromin a few hours after their alliance was formed. "The Book was in our possession at a previous time. We had uncovered it in the tomb of the previous Archnecromancer, and were researching its properties. The one called Xavier stole it and you know the rest (OOC: Can we retcon this into the story?). If you require assistance in locating and capturing him, we would be more than able to dispense any number of squadrons to provide reinforcements." the robot said. OOC: Man I die for 10 seconds and people already forgot about me. Sorry can't retcon it into the story. It's been stated that the book(which is called the Dark Arcanum) has been in possession of Diyad since the death of the last Archnecromancer. He never received a tomb. It was in Thanatos's possession until he died. Also just because I died doesn't mean I'm quitting or anything. I'm still going to be very much involved, indirectly providing lore and back story. Also Thanatos won't be gone forever. All will be revealed soon.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.06 23:16:00 - [20] - Quote Brutus Pyrus wrote: (Ooc) is it just me or has the thread been kinda slow for the past few days?(ooc) OOC:Definitely. I'm on the forums pretty much all day because for the most part I'm at my computer. I've been waiting for Sandromin to come back so I can slowly reveal more about/ reintroduce my character. Also if Sandromin would be so kind as to give us a universal calender. Like what are the months/days/years called. An era (AD/BC)? If I could have some input on this decision I would be very grateful. A small package attached to a small paper balloon has arrived at the desert palace of Sandromin after a long journey. A note atop it reads: "For the eyes of Sandromin only... Usque ad caelum.Superatus fatum

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.07 22:24:00 - [21] - Quote OOC: Come on Sandromin I need you to read that note. It's VERY important. I guess until then I'll just give you guys a behind the scenes look of Thanatos's position. Far off from the realm of Dustia beyond the sun, in the center of the known universe, a palace floats. It's hardly visible, almost fully transparent. Surrounding it, beautiful stars, galaxies, nebula. In the center of the palace lay an enormous device. A clock, marked in and indescribable language, no mortal could attempt to decipher it. In front stand a woman, her beauty alone transcends belief. Her eyes glow a bright gold. She looks across from her to a man... at least what once was. Now what she sees is a shadow. A shadow in the shape of a man, the only noticeable feature would be his bright pink eyes similar to her own. She speaks to him. Her voice only a feminine whisper, but powerful and echoes throughout the distance.(Her words will be in bold) It would seem you were right. Even with knowledge of their own doom, the people of Dustia insist on fighting. Sadly to no avail. It would seem I've given them false hope. Foolish mortals will believe anything you tell them. The dark figure, pink eyes ablaze responds, annoyance, anger, and pain fill his voice. " Does your evil know no bounds? Can you not simply leave these people alone? My people! You subject them to your games so that they may not know the truth." Fury fills her voice. IT IS YOU WHO HAVE DAMNED THEM NOT ME! I've offered you everything and yet you refuse to love me. You could not keep a single promise. What of your saber!? Did it not represent your oath? Or did you truly forget? "He was only.... a child? Everything he...he cared for...y-you destroyed. His brother... h-his son?" She stared at him for what seemed like hours, but only a few seconds. Sadness filled her expression, but only for a moment. You don't even remember who you are. Who you were. Yet you manage to be the same boy I met centuries ago. You don't even remember your old name do you? It was Lionus. The darkness of space seems to swallow them both...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.09 04:14:00 - [22] - Quote Soon after the death of Thanatos, word got to Diyad. Without proper leadership, the Diyadians slowly begin to panic. Their was no heir to replace Thanatos and Parliament was powerless. For the most part however order was maintained. Before his death the king left special documentation pertaining to such a situation. Really this is only meant to preserve order as long as possible with temporary administration. Unknown to the public however, the king's most trusted subjects and citizens were given specific orders. A secret council was formed to guide the country to the best of their abilities. A message was sent to Sandromin, and another was sent to Alixenus to arrive a week later. The most surprising thing however was the choice to once more open foreign relationships. The most skilled alkhemists were called to an assembly for perhaps the most challenging tasks. But the king's will must be done. The entire raised landmass of Diyad was lowered back to sea level, making it accessible by boat. The thunderous roar could be heard as far as the Scorched Lavania. The note sent to both Sandromin reads: Trust one another first, and all else last. An assembly is to be held at Venezzia. Diyadian ambassadors will attend, as should each and every existing nation. OOC: I thought it was about time to actually deal with politics on a grand scale. I'd hope to see everyone attend.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.09 18:55:00 - [23] - Quote Deep within the palace in the heavens, the shadowy pink-eyed man lays silent. He had not talked for what seemed like a century. The celestial woman approaches him in front of the grand clock. She speaks to him with a victorious tone. It's no use. You will be with me forever. And we will love each other for all eternity. I told you long ago it was inevitable Lionus. He replied: "I remember." What do you mean my darling "Lionus III, king of Diyad, slayer of the Archnecromancer and his powerful army. His saber contained the knowledge of iyo. Twas a gift to him, from Fate... from you. But that saber was actually a promise. Fate knows no time. Even before his conception she knew he would belong to her. Lionus was a young king, his father was very old, the last Diyadian without an immunity to the radiation of iyonic energy. Lionus had a wife, a brother, son. He was happy. As he spoke she began to think about the past. She remembered everything she felt. Since the dawn of creation and the Elder Gods, Fate ruled over Dustia. She decides the end result of all mortals, their souls. She had wiped out life on Dustia countless times. She also was a keeper of the truth. Any mortal can defy the Elder Gods, after performing a certain task. Often people who get close to it, never realize it. This is why she loved him. Diyadians were meant to be destroyed, wiped out by Ignak the Archnecromancer, because she declared so. No matter how many times she went back and tried to stop Lionus, the result was the same. Her love for him developed until it was an obsession. She even bestowed unto him the saber he wielded. He was so imperfect, he had his faults, his weaknesses, and his sins. He couldn't even be considered a hero. Nevertheless he openly defied her. Then she noticed something, what she had been waiting for. Behind the shadowy man laid a bright image, it began to take the form of a young king. Would he actually except his past, and her, into his eternal life? The shadow continued to speak after a long pause. "But Fate didn't want that. She killed them all."He begins to tear up, his voice faltering."All he ever cared for, wiped out! And she cast him into the Sea of Souls. For centuries he was forced along the current watching the events taking place in Dustia. Forced to watch his kingdom fall from glory. It seemed like so long...so long. He eventually forgot who he was, his past, his family. Lionus was no more. He didn't know how it happened but somehow he was thrust back into his world. No one recognized his face. He believed this was his chance at a new life. How wrong was I ? I remember meeting Sandromin and Alixenus, saving the Logipriests. The bonds we would forge. But it was only a sick joke. For once I was Fate's puppet. The evil consumed me. I would die at the hands of Sandromin, or Alixenus, or Xavier. And then Dustia would descend into chaos. The world would end. But then I'd wake up again, forced to live that short life over and over again. No matter what I did the result was the same. It would only end when I decided to take my own life, giving my self to you. I see what you meant now. It WAS only inevitable.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.10 05:26:00 - [24] - Quote OOC: 1. The Assembly is in Venezzia Sandromin, wouldn't want you making an unnecessary journey now would we 2. Vyzion I'm assuming now that I've established Fate as an Elder God. So to answer your question yes. However any encounter with her is just her means of manipulating other characters. Her intentions are set in stone and she has no desire to see the mortals win. 3. I'm guessing we're starting to think alike because Sandromin beat me to the Freedom thing. I was hoping to do a Rebirth type thing to kickstart Freedom and Thanatos back into the story.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.10 20:46:00 - [25] - Quote OOC: Guess that means you Vyzion. Also Alixenus I see you're figuring out the elements of the story I'm injecting. But I don't want to spoil my plans. I'm just too excited for this Assembly. You may be surprised by my reasons for choosing Venezzia.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.14 02:13:00 - [26] - Quote OOC: This is getting interesting. I know I haven't been posting much but that's only because my character isn't exactly on Dustia. Really there was nothing I could do until after the meeting began. Also anything involving Fate isn't actually happening in the present, past nor future. Also because I completely forgot, let's assume that before this meeting Alixenus and the Diyadian delegates have already discussed the proceedings of the meeting and other issues, considering we called the Assembly. Little did the two Logipriests know, they had passed the large airship that transported the Secret Council of Diyad. They were met by two Alkhemist Knights, not just any, but the most elite Diyadian force know as "The King's Men". There alkhemical abilities only surpassed by the late king. One should not take them as common idiotic foot soldiers, for they are also Diyad's greatest scientists. Their armor of shiny white and gold. Their gold helmets completely covering their faces. Their eyes each a glowing blue. They grab each by the arm gently. One begins to speak: " You shouldn't be causing so much trouble during one the most important events of the 3rd Era. Luckily we were able to defuse the stir you caused in the pub. The last thing we want is a war. Especially considering Diyad plans to work in your favor. Please come with us to our airship. We will have meals and baths prepared for you both." The attending Diyadians at the Assembly had been silent the entire time. But with good observation one could read their thoughts through their facial expression. The 7 members of the Secret Council were all in attendance. After hearing what Xavier had to say the youngest member stood up. Achyr Solaran, perhaps the late king's most trusted friend. They fought side by side in the Great Civil War. He takes the stage. "Calm yourself Dwarf. No reason to move so quickly. I am Achyr Solaran of the Secret Council of Diyad. I'm sure you've all heard by now that he had died during the Logizombie/Golem Crisis. Since that time our alkhemists have confirmed that the reason for said tragedy was not the Logipriests doing. I don't really see how fair it is to hang the victims of evil magicks. Somewhere in this world there is an Archnecromancer. At the moment he or she isn't very powerful yet, because their location is still unknown. So first Diyad would like to make two proposals. First we offer to take full custody of the remaining Logipriests, making them Diyadian citizens. Their fate would be up to us. With us they could remain safe and secluded from the outside world. Our next proposal would be The Lich Hunt Act. Since the Crisis we have lost the Dark Arcanum, the book containing all the evil magicks of every Archnecromancer. It is highly dangerous, and can wipe out all of Dustia in the wrong hands. It is still the property of Diyad. We were hoping to make it property of the entire present council. We do have means however of finding both. We've noticed that Diyadians are ultra sensitive to magick even though we don't wield it. Any nation that supports the Lich Hunt would be allowing us to employ a network of spies with the sole purpose of locating both the Archnecromancer and the Dark Arcanum. I know this may sound off but we assure you that our intentions are not of political espionage. I only ask that take the time to consider it." With that he takes his seat and begins to converse with his fellow council members.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.14 03:41:00 - [27] - Quote OOC: Man Xavier you're pretty good at playing your character. It's like a really good actor that you have to remind yourself you don't hate/love them, but the character that they play. I was almost legitimately mad at you. Now back to the Fate situation. The bright image behind the shadow became more and more defined. Excitement filled her chest as the image of Lionus in his former glory was right in front of her. He was finally accepting who he was and would love her as she had hoped. She listened intently as he began to speak. The shadow stood up his eyes becoming blue. "Only inevitable... L-L-Lionus. I am... Only a slave to you. I cannot escape your love." Her happiness finally pooled over. YES YES! You are almost there join me now. You can finish this. Tell me you are the valiant hero Lionus III. I am Lionus the...the... who is? She stands before him confused. My love I cannot understand your words. We ares so close now. Who is Lionus??? Anger begins filling within his heart. His face twitches. He stands up quickly. As he speaks he gets increasingly louder until the point of screaming. "Lionus.. Lionus!? HE DIED long time ago! The image behind him fades away. As he spoke she noticed his soul grew brighter than it had ever been. His eyes once more glowed an even brighter pink. What is he doing!?! This is impossible! This shouldn't be happening. For the first time fear filled her voice. She tied meekly to speak but her words were drowned out by his screaming. The sea began to still forcefully. the ocean had spit the boy back out. My love whatever do you mean? You speak nonsense!!! " Lionus was died centuries ago. Along with everything he ever loved. His wife, his son, HIS BROTHER!!! YOU ARE TRULY A FOOL TOO SEEK LOVE FROM A DEAD MAN. I WILL NEVER LOVE YOU! I AM NOT THE KING YOU SEEK! I AM THANATOS, AN ENEMY AS DEFINITE AS DEATH. To the end of days I WILL defy you! And like death I will overcome you. She was frozen in fear. The shadow in front of her, was now a man. However this was not Lionus, not anymore. How could he temper his soul? She took everything. She manipulated everything. Had he learned the secret she was tasked with hiding? Any mortal can defy, or even slay an Elder God. All were capable of this feat. But none have managed to temper their souls to do so. His image began to crack like glass as well as the part of the palace he was standing in. His bright caramel skin was filled with life and there was fire in his eyes.She thought silently to herself. He he left her he would not remember most of the things that have happened. He approached leaning his head over her shoulder and whispered in her ear as if he had heard her thoughts. "That does not matter. Note the time on your clock, consider this the beginning of the end. Dustia is no longer your victim. You along with the Elder Gods... will fall." Before she could speak a word his body shattered before her. Disappearing from her celestial palace. Fear became anger. We will see about that Godslayer. If you will not love me, I will destroy the very world you cherish. Thanatos opened his now pink eyes. He felt something heavy on top of him and there was only darkness. He began to dig his way until he saw light for what seemed like the very first time. It did not take long before he had realized where he was, on top of the ruins of a Logipriest temple. A couple of metres away he noticed his old vessel, the PAI. He reached for his saber, but as he did it burned to ashes and flew away with the wind. He knew what this meant. He no longer belonged to Fate. He tried to activate the PAI, scribbling alkhemical runes along the dirt, but to no avail. He seemed to have lost the ability to use alkhemistry. But he could feel a new power within himself. He had lost a lot of memory of certain events in his past. But he now had a stronger sense of self than ever before. He knew his goal. To protect Dustia. His exposure to the Great Clock had given him a very pinpoint sense of time. He began walking to his destination. "At this rate I should be able to make it to Venezzia in time. I must be off." Behind him a spirit watch from the distance. Pride of Thanatos on his face. The spirit then disappeared. He would arrive to Venezzia to speak with the ruler of the Sandmen. Before he left Thanatos had sensed his presence. He smiled, and was now even more motivated. His whisper carried off into the wind. "Free. My brother."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.14 23:29:00 - [28] - Quote OOC: Like how things are going. Is Alixenus really the only one in favor of the Lich Hunt? No matter. Also I think we should try to refrain from 'controlling' each others' characters, or making decisions for them. I know I try to keep it at a minimum. Two couriers are sent to deliver letters to both Sandromin and Alixenus in secret. They each read: Whenever the Assembly officially ends try to remain within the Gallery. Certain things must be discussed at a future date. Usque ad caelum.Superatus fatum
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.21 20:17:00 - [29] - Quote Alixenus wrote: Alixenus just watched Xavier has he strode away, stunned that things had gone so utterly awry. After the dwarf had slammed the door behind him, Alixenus wasted no time in seeking out Sandromin and the Diyadian. Arriving at Sandromin's caravan on horseback he immediately vented his frustration at the representative from Diyad. "I am tired, I have been drinking and I have had to sit in a room with politicians all day. Then, just to make things worse, your precious meeting may well have cost Venezzia it's friendship with the Dwarves. Whatever you have to say had better be worth it. Well? Out with it!" At first the ambassador stares at Alixenus in the most nonchalant manner. Then after scratching his reddish brown beard, the ambassador, Achyr Solaran speaks: "Calm yourself. We will try our best to settle things with the dwarf. I understand that the Lich Hunt was only approved today, but you could consider this a strong start. There's no doubt about it. When I took the stage my blood ran cold and my beard felt like it was vibrating. Let me just go ahead and say this. One of the nations is in possession of some powerful, vile magicks. I have no idea who or what it is, but everyone is suspect. But we needn't discuss this with the other nations. We must avoid hostility at all cost. What say you?" Meanwhile as he storms outside, Xavier is met by another member of the secret council. He is old and balding, his silver hair only cover the sides and back of his head. The man begins to walk along side him. "My sincerest apologies friend. Please forgive Alixenus. He was only acting under threat of war. You see many Diyadians are outraged after many soldiers who were sent to protect the Sandmen and Venezzians, suddenly disappeared without any remains. Or at least that is what he is meant to believe. We had to keep Sandromin and Alixenus so that I may meet with you. You see the Secret Council of Diyad shares your vision of improving ourselves, or at least our nations, through technology. We wanted to discuss this with you before the second day of the Assembly. I am here to present you with a deal. Are you interested?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.21 20:50:00 - [30] - Quote It is simple. We allolw the Lich Hunt to continue. Whoever it is will only retaliate if we openly state this tomorrow. The nations who have approved it will be monitored. If we sense no magick after 6 months, we withdraw. This will narrow it down and based on our findings we'll be able point out the most likely suspect.

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.22 01:21:00 - [31] - Quote When Xavier mentioned the king, the ambassador was genuinely puzzled. It was obvious that he nor his fellow delegates heard such a thing. "Paranoid much my Dwarven friend? As for this 'undead king' you speak of, I truly have no idea. All sounds preposterous to me. Where did you here such a tale? Even if the late King Thanatos was alive, you wouldn't see me jumping for joy. I'm just waiting until we run out of orders. You see before he died he spent nights writing instructions to be carried out if he somehow didn't live to do it himself. Once that's over the Secret Council won't be so secret. I'm speaking full control over Diyad. This makes abandoning Parliament more beneficial than I'd first imagined. But enough about me. The point is that the rest of the delegates would like your assistance. We are aware of the plethora of materials in the mountains of Lucia. You see all materials in Diyad are significantly stronger due to our native energy. Weapons and armor are more precise, durable and lightweight. Sadly we can't share this because of the deadly radiation from said energy. If you were to provide us with materials we could figure out how to overcome this obstacle. Allowing others to handle iyo and for us to trade these now stronger materials safely. Of course Lucia would receive more for less if they were to cooperate. We would also be willing to share our more... experimental devices. You see I'm not trying to make an enemy, nor manipulate you. I'm trying to help you as well as myself. This is the first time Diyad has ever been represented outside of our own nation. We need allies, people we know we can trust. And I personally believe that you are one of the only ones with their right mind around here. Even my colleagues are foolish. Taking orders from a dead man? Hah! " OOC: I'm seriously laughing at my own post. The irony towards the end kills me every time I read it!
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.24 06:16:00 - [32] - Quote OOC: Apologies. Just got a new PC and I've been downloading a kitten ton of games for the past few hours. The brittle old man ponders to himself for a moment. " Oh the hell with it why not! I haven't been to a pub it many a years. I'm nothing like Achyr. I may despise him, but he can drink an ocean's full. I don't understand why That bastard king even appointed him in a position, let alone serve in the civil war. That man was always a drunk. But I digress, let us be to. By the way I haven't properly introduced myself. I am Halvedes Syncores.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.26 22:03:00 - [33] - Quote "Lovely place, isn't it? To tell you the truth I have not been to a place like this. The people bother me to much. I'm hard to miss, seeing that I am much taller then the average dwarf. But please, enough about me, please tell me a bit about yourself."[/quote] The old man giggles for a moment. It seems as if he's only taken a few sips from his glass. "Me? I suppose I do know more about you than you of myself. I was born in Diyad of course. On the floating city of Opekta. My father and mother were both bankers. The Syncores family was known across the land for it's fabulous wealth. When my parents died they left me with enough money to start my own financial pursuit. But I am very much unlike them. I don't seek wealth or luxury, I was born with it in my blood. What I sought was power. So I funded my own campaign and was elected into Parliament. You might not believe it, but in my younger days I was quite the charmer, and my intelligence was noteworthy. I served Diyad for 37 years. But then it seemed that the blasted Thanatos showed up from nowhere. He was quite a speaker, others often compared him to the last king Lionus III. Lionus was the last king who died at a young age centuries ago. He is considered the greatest king in our history. If people compared Thanatos to him, well there was no doubt he'd rally himself a rebellion. I tried to warn my fellow members of Parliament against war. They were fools, dead set in their ways. I resigned my position 6 months before The Great Civil War broke out. I aided Thanatos in the war. I hated him so much... But my reward was worth it. I earned my spot within the palace and now I rule Diyad. Oh how Fate jests, always on my side!" A bell rings in the distance, morning is fast approaching and the final day of the Assembly is soon to begin. "It would seem that I've rambled for over an hour. My apologies noble Dwarf. But we should leave to prepare for today's proceedings."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 1	Posted - 2013.02.26 22:32:00 - [34] - Quote "Here today? HA! From where? With what transportation? It's possible that your Sandman friend may just be suffering from minor iyonic poisoning. Nothing too serious. People who used to get it only had it briefly. It takes a while for the symptoms to actually occur. To answer your other question, no. I'm not sovereign, but I plan to be. Once the Secret Council completes their instructions, we have free reign over Diyad. We could finally reveal ourselves to our nation. Achyr may be the most liked out of us, but I am both eldest and wisest. He looks up to me. If I've sown the seed as precisely as I'd imagined, then without a doubt he will make me the successor to the throne. Now a question for you my friend. What reason do you have to despise the late king? Seeing as you only knew him briefly before his demise.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.01 02:01:00 - [35] - Quote Not one post? Is sad....
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.03 06:00:00 - [36] - Quote Sandromin Hes wrote: OOC: I'm getting lazy about the map, but I'll have it soon. I just need to actually get off Dust n stuff. The forges had been created. However, most of them were underground, as offshoots of the city. It was becoming a the city it once was; the lights had been turned on, and a large influx of migrants had arrived into the city. The finest craftsmen had begun the crafting of new weapons and vehicles they had found the design for. They found that the Dorics created a fuel that they uniformly used across all their devices: matur. Matur was formed from the refining of several metals by putting it through a Doric Iyonic processor. Afterwards, melting it down would create a super-iyonic liquid that would then be placed into small battery containers. This would create a power source bountiful enough for the devices of Doric people. But the new devices required a powerful group of people who would dedicate their life to learning this new knowledge. Soon, the migrants had placed several people to learn about this knowledge. They became philosophers of Dustia; they were the Unravelers. They unraveled the secrets of the universe and they became leaders of the Guild of Thought. Meanwhile, Sandromin was convening within the conference, speaking of his opinions to the people. It was about midday when he saw something... At first, he thought it was just a person, but he just couldn't stop looking at the person. He was cloaked in a black robe and he walked with an air of purpose. It was as if he had come in from outside, just to announce something important. Sandromin couldn't think of who he was, but then the man pulled back his hood to reveal his face... And then Sandromin realized who the person was.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.04 21:12:00 - [37] - Quote Achyr Solaran looks back to Halvedes, who somewhat reluctantly nods in approval. Achyr stands before the other Alixenus and responds. There was a difference between him and the the other council members. He was a man of the people. Before Thanatos, he was a mere drunk. Why the future king saw so much in him remained a mystery. They were best friends, almost like brothers. He was still affected by the loss. So much pain in his heart. When he spoke, he spoke not with the air of a man in power, but with that of a common man, a citizen, those who make society. " Thanatos had long ago planned to open foreign relations. I remember him telling me that kinship is one of the most important tools one has. He chose Venezzia to be the place of meeting, for many Diyadians are descendants of Venezzians long ago. He told me about the books he had as a child, how infatuated he was with your culture. No matter how many eras came and went, Venezzia retained its culture, its beauty. These were some of his last wishes before death. However I personally agree with him. Diyad plans to provide all of its knowledge to other nations. This includes science, history, mathematics, technology, and most important our knowledge of alkhemistry. All we ask for in return, resources. Alkhemistry is very useful for the most practical needs, but iyo is required to amplify one's ability to utilize it. Iyo however is deadly to all but Diyadians, and giants. Our alkhemists are reaching a breakthrough. We can make iyo safe for all to use, but to do it we need materials from other lands, for our own are already affected by iyo. This proposal mostly goes to Lucia, who we hope will provide us with most of what we need. Anything helps though. Can the nations excluding the Collective accept this?"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.06 01:56:00 - [38] - Quote Achyr Solaran has a grateful expression. He thought to himself about things the king had told him. This was his first time meeting outsiders. He could not believe how much these people were just like Diyadians. Their kindess and willingness more than shocked him. " Thank you all for your generous offers, Diyad is very grateful and with all you are providing, we could make iyo available to all within the next half season. We are most intrigued however by your words dear giant. Due to iyo our adamantium is much stronger than the kind found elsewhere. But if this material you speak of is naturally stronger, this would indeed due more than repay us for what we are offering. I'm not sure if you heard me earlier, but iyo is not dangerous to giants. We know this for long ago Diyadians and giants shared our land. The nation was saddened when they began leaving the continent during the last century. Brutus we would be more than happy to aid you in your endeavors, as a giant you are already valued as kin." OOC: And thank you Alixenus. Honestly I've been waiting to pop that one up since I rolled my character. Also Galrick Alixenus is right, if you want to know about Alkhemistry you'll have to wait. I did say I would share the knowledge with all nations.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.06 03:30:00 - [39] - Quote OOC: I know this thread has gotten long but you're gonna want to at least check everything in the index. The game has changed drastically and what was once believed to be the Badlands belongs to me. The Scorched Lavania however is unclaimed and seems perfect for your nation. The game is now more player-centric than nation-centric. So like I said check the index and try to catch up on recent events. Glad to finally see a new nation arrive to Dustia.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.06 03:41:00 - [40] - Quote Everyone here excluding Brutus Pyrus, and technically my main character is a ruler. Also that map is outdated. Sandromin, the OP, is updating it as we speak.... Or at least I hope so.

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.06 20:47:00 - [41] - Quote The council discusses among themselves and call a group of Diyadian soldiers and other representatives. The men and women quickly scuttle out of the Gallery and make way for a flying ship. The council announces that they have sent their second fastest ship to arrive at Lavania in 2 and a half days to make cotact with this new nation. The third member of the council, a tall man with a long beard and glasses stands up. He introduces himself as Vektor Gaius " Oh, a nation using primarily magick! This reminds me of another important proposal from Diyad. Education remains Diyad's highest priority. Although we have already agreed to share our knowledge, we would like to open universities in other nations. We propose to establish a University of Alkhemistry. On another note, as a joint project, we wish to collaborate with other nations to gather all arcane knowledge to establish a University of Magick. With the threat of an Archnecromancer we find it important that all nations learn about magick, and hopefully learn to utilize it. Of course we are aware of the Collective's weakness to magick so this does not apply to them, for magick can only be counteracted by magick.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.06 22:29:00 - [42] - Quote Vektor being quirky and obsessed with education is obviously displeased by this rejection, but satisfied with his offer nonetheless. "Fine then! I accept your terms, but you don't know what you're missing brother! You can never have too much knowledge! I see I didn't elaborate earlier. What I meant was that there seems to be no way that a nonorganic being could possibly harness magick or protect themselves from it. It is indeed possible to combat someone who possesses it. Does anyone else want to take up our proposal. Any arcane knowledge could help us establish our own University of Magick. As he makes his way back into Venezzia Brutus is passes by a large flying ship surrounded by Diyadian soldier, alkhemists and representatives. The group seems to be having a problem with ship repair. They immediately forget this after one of the worker notices the giant. Grown men and women are reduced to bubbly children in awe of the sight of an actual giant. They begin to crowd around him asking him if he was a real giant. It would seem that Diyadians are naturally fond of giants. Their history may be more deep that Achyr had let on. One of the workers approached Brutus. "Excuse me kind fellow. Do you think you could help us with a matter of importance. You see our ship is damaged, those large rubber tubes over there have been torn and that huge gear has fallen off. Our more elite alkhemists are too busy protecting the council members, and we are not strong enough yet to manipulate such large objects. Would you be so kind as to help us fix our ship, for we would be eternally grateful."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.07 01:21:00 - [43] - Quote OOC: I was under the impression that the world is called Dustia. Dustia is not a single continent. Or at least I'm pretty sure...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.07 01:28:00 - [44] - Quote I believe these landmasses are indeed full continents. Might take you a while to populate the whole thing.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.07 01:36:00 - [45] - Quote No name actually. You have Lavania, I have the Badlands, which is called Diyad, The Logipriest nation is really war torn and scavengers generally roam that area now. Besides that the middle continent has yet to receive a name.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.07 02:00:00 - [46] - Quote The alkhemist maintains a grin from ear to ear. Though one could only tell by his eyes... for he wore a helmet. "That's simple. Even with iyo we aren't quite strong enough to fix those. But being a giant, not only do you have a resistance to its toxic effects, but giants are naturally adept in alkhemistry. Plus you're large enough to already maintain a good control of it. Usually a novice alkhemist has a small box filled with iyonic energy that fits in the palm of his hand. You're so big you might need to grab one of the large containers over there. All you have to do is hold it out and concentrate. You should be able to see the tube molecule by molecule. Do you know what a molecule is? No matter. If you don't you will know. Once you are fully concentrated it's as easy as willing those molecules back together. It shouldn't be too difficult for you!
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.07 20:19:00 - [47] - Quote OOC: I guess I wasn't explaining myself properly. I wasn't saying that you couldn't combat a person who uses magick. All I meant was that there was no way to prevent magick from affecting robots. I was basically just stating again that the Collective has a weakness to magick. Vektor accepts the Collective's proposal.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.08 02:12:00 - [48] - Quote "Well I'd say mine would be partially excluded from this. Considering it was also like your nation, closed off for centuries with the help of iyo, the mysterious energy I keep talking about. Any info this artifact could have would be Pre-Archnecromancer battle during the last era. Especially since during this blackout period all evidence of Diyad was either, burned, censored or lost until recently. However if your lost continent would happened to have been located far east of Lavania, it would help me reveal some things about my nation's origins without adding my own plot device (wink wink)."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.08 19:49:00 - [49] - Quote OOC: I don't really see how an artifact could hold all of our history indefinitely, especially mine. In what way could it penetrate and iyonic barrier and know all that happened between the blackout period.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.08 20:47:00 - [50] - Quote OOC: Have no idea what he's doing right now. Sandmen are a peculiar bunch. ANyway what I'm trying to say is that I did have somethings about my nation's backstory that I've been waiting to reveal, that I would be fine doing so using your artifact. It's just that the blackout period is less important and I'd rather talk about it at my own pace. That's all. I didn't want you to think that I was totally against that.

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.08 21:02:00 - [51] - Quote OOC: You may need to hold on because I'm trying to get one or two more passengers before the ship takes flight.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.08 22:33:00 - [52] - Quote OOC: Not quite. I still need to do a few more things... Maybe a little entrance from a special someone? (wink wink)
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.08 22:46:00 - [53] - Quote OOC: Man Nexhawk way to show off on every single post lol. Anyway I need to see where Brutus is and Sandromin needs to respond to my proposals, and make some himself if need be. Then I can do my thing and we can get rolling.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.09 18:47:00 - [54] - Quote OOC: You just need to remove the part about recognizing him as Diyadian. He'd be essentially indistinguishable from anyone else considering he is cloaked, and under the cloak he isn't wearing Diyadian attire. His eyes, although different, wouldn't suggest he was Diyadian.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.09 21:42:00 - [55] - Quote Brutus Pyrus wrote: "Brutus sorry, is friend okay?" The giant held out his hand to the man to help him up. Somehow the man's cloak managed to stay on completely. He accepted the giant's offer to help him up. "I'm quite alright friend. You seem to be heading to the Assembly. Luckily I made it here just in time. I thought I'd be late for sure. Let us finish this journey together then shall we?" OOC: Sandromin. I had to go back and change my reply to tour last post before your disappearance. So if you haven't seen it yet go back and read it on page 23. Thanatos hasn't been officially revealed yet.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.10 00:14:00 - [56] - Quote OOC: There is only one type of tree in Diyad. Seeing as Diyad was mostly barren and had previously been only badlands, these trees are very special. They are only located around the Diyadian capital of Karthage. They mostly resemble cherry blossom trees, but larger and more vast, they cover a great distance and completely surround the perimeter of Karthage. Because of this there are no cities in this area. Only smaller villages within the trees. They're called ehrom trees. Their colors(currently bright gold) constantly change every season(year). The colors symbolize what the following year will be like. The Great Ascension is a month long holiday that occurs on the month of Illmorth, The trees first appeared in Illmorth during the second era. More precisely the day King Lionus II was born in Diyad. The colors change after the Great Ascension, a month long holiday when all of the ehrom blossoms fall. They fall like snow throughout the whole continent. The wind carries them, even to the floating cities. During the night they glow like stars.This phenomena is considered one of the most beautiful things to see in Diyad. Couples often like to get married during the event, or the night before it begins. There are parades and celebrations all month long. It is considered good fortune if a child is born after the new blossoms begin to bud. The first Great Ascension oddly didn't occur until several seasons after they appeared. Not until the day King Lionus III died, on the first day of Illmorth. Legend states that every season since then, the trees weep for their lost king throughout the whole month. So to wrap it up the trees represent birth/rebirth, change and renewal. They are the sign of new journeys. By the way tomorrow would be the first day of Illmorth. P.S. Sorry for this long description for a tree...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.10 02:42:00 - [57] - Quote OOC: Sandy just made me realize that this story has been having a severe lack of comic relief lately...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.10 03:03:00 - [58] - Quote OOC: Sandromin Sandy is one sandy sand man...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.10 23:50:00 - [59] - Quote The man, still facing the giant turns slightly to look at the dwarf. Only his pink eyes are visible from under his cloak. He let's out a smile and begins to laugh. " Haha, worry not my friend. I'm exactly where I need to be and I'm right on time. Is this not the Assembly that I called?"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.11 23:56:00 - [60] - Quote The man reaches from his backpack a goblet and a container filled with port and begins pouring himself a glass. He also reaches out out a rather large pouch filled completely with gold coins. He tosses the pouch to Xavier. Another he hands to another delegate to deliver to Sandromin. He speaks nonchalant, as if nothing is wrong, as if he is speaking to an old friend. " Of course, of course, no discredit to Alixenus. I suppose what I meant was, I who prompted him to hold this Assembly in Venezzia. By the way here is your payment. It is quite a hefty sum and weighed me down during my travels. It should be more than enough considering the profitable trade options that were settled between us." The giant asks him a question. The man looks to himself confused. " A name you ask? I suppose I do need one. Or do I? There was once that I had one. Or at least I'd like to believe. But I am someone else now. I am a friend to those who seek to help others, and an enemy to those who seek control over them. I am death. Death is definite to for all, and I am most definite. I'm sorry if this is hard to follow. In time you may understand. Speaking of which, I had a question for you too. You helped fix my ship and my friends seem to adore you. It would be an honor giant, if you would join me on a small expedition. What say you to this?"

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.12 23:01:00 - [61] - Quote The man grins widely. Halvedes face is filled with fury and disgust. Achyr's mouth hangs wide. The manic Vektor scratches his long beard. The man takes no notice of any of these reactions. Without a doubt the room is filled with shock and awe.The man's giggles become laughter. The almost maniacal laughter pierces the surrounding silence. His eyes glow and his cloak begins to burn off of his body. The ashes floating up and dissipating in the air revealing his leather armor. He finishes the rest of the port in his goblet. From his back he takes out more small glasses. "Well am I going to have to finish this port myself? Well... it would seem no one's in the mood for a drink. No matter. I believe the ending to your sentence would have been tos?" He begins to approach the front stage casually. "It's seems like I understand so little, but so much. Time has warped my person, yet I understand it completely. I am ignorant yet so aware. I am death in a living vessel. I am broken, yet new. Death is so bizarre, so definite. It seems like I spent eternity wading in the sea of souls for a second time. I did, but how can a mortal experience two eternities? Yes! I am who you suspect! I am King Thanatos of Diyad!
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.14 03:06:00 - [62] - Quote Ignoring Xavier's panicked observations and Alixenus's questions, he rushes to the dwarf's aid. His eyes begin to glow brighter than usual. Anger fills his face. He sees Fate, hovering over Xavier attempting to weaken him, to do some type of harm to him. To others he seems to be staring at Xavier, but within the realms of spirits he communicates with the god. "Begone harlot! Remove thyself from my presence. You have no power here. He is strong, like I he will overcome you!" She gives Thanatos a demonic stare YOU ARE BECOMING MORE THAN A THORN IN MY SIDE. DARE YOU EXPEL ME? ME WHO MADE YOU, WHO BROUGHT YOU WHERE YOU ARE? HEAR MY WORDS LIONUS. NO MATTER WHAT YOU DO, DUSTIA WILL FALL. I'LL MAKE SURE YOUR THIRD DEATH WILL LAST AN ETERNITY. THIS MORTAL WILL BE MY GREATEST PAWN AND YOU WILL NOT STOP ME. Thanatos responds coldly. " Begone! Leave the presence of Death, before he plagues you prematurely." Xavier starts to regain consciousness, but his sight remains in the realm of spirits. For once since finding the book his mind is clear. His vision is fuzzy, in front of him he can make out a shadow of a man, the only thing visible are glowing pink eyes. The shadow leaves him with a message. " You must learn to overcome. Else I end your existence." The spirit realm shatters before him and his sight lay one more in the real world. Thanatos's eyes cease glowing and he walks away from Xavier. He turns to Alixenus. "There is much I must explain, this Assembly is over." He turns to the crowd and announces. "Alixenus and the leader of the Sandmen will now be taken to the High Court of Diyad! You are hereby charged with suspicion of imprisoning Diyadian soldiers! We shall set off to Diyad at once! We will arrive by midnight and your trial will begin! Also Sir Giant, if you would accompany me also, our task has not yet been completed."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.14 03:13:00 - [63] - Quote OOC: Remember Nexhawk, technically this is still the day your first contact us. Just a reminder so you don't stray too far ahead. I will be with you soon.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.14 20:27:00 - [64] - Quote "Err... yes. My apologies. Don't mistake me calling you that for formality. I was adressing you as Sir Giant in a more playful manner. I often call on people with made up titles and names. If it truly offends you so, I will cease this."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.15 05:52:00 - [65] - Quote OOC: Oh man Xavier, stopping me at every turn. You're proving to be a formidable foe. Thanatos isn't fazed by the insult, his voice filled with sincerity. " To understand one's rights, he must first observe that which has been established throughout history. This Assembly isn't the first. I am simply acting upon principles that were always there. Do you recall the documentation of The first Unified Nations Summit during the second era? There the Laws of International Conduct were first formed. Article XII, Section III states that if a person residing in any of the nations of Assembly are accused of or charged with a crime committed against another nation, they are to receive a fair and speedy trial within the nation of which they are accused of acting against. They are innocent until proven guilty within a court of law. During the Logizombie crisis, I allowed my troops to aid them in their war. This crisis has since ended and no corpse nor remnant has arrived back in Diyad. It is natural that I would be under suspicion that my men are still within their custody. I deeply apologize if I have offended you in some way. As a representative of my people I must stay true to the Laws of International Conduct."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.16 01:39:00 - [66] - Quote Thantos's eyes glow with fury. His voice echos throughout Venezzia. "THAT IS ENOUGH" From his right side he grabs his mysterious sheathed weapon. It is long and reaches the floor. It looks like it should be carried with two hands. With ease he draws his weapon with one hand, a sword with a long blade(It is basically a katana that is longer than normal ones.). He runs his hand across the blade causing the it to glow. He dashes toward Xavier's position. He quickly turns around and strikes the gauntlet with his sword. The gauntlet is not damaged, but stopped mid air. The loud vibration rang throughout the Gallery like a church bell. Then it fell straight to the floor. " I have had quite enough with this nonsense! Brutus I'd ask you to refrain from attacking other diplomats. I can fight my own battles. And you Xavier! I thought I made it very clear that I wanted to be your ally! Yet you continue to antagonize me! I distributed my knowledge and promised you much technology to further the development of your nation! Those were my dying orders! And this foolishness with your soldiers, I awoke weeks ago under the rubble of the Logipriest temple. There were neither corpses nor remnants. I can have my engineers confirm that the PAI's safety measures are all nonlethal. A shock from it couldn't kill a child let alone a dwarven soldier! I am trying to make peace with you! Do you not want that?" OOC: By the way Xavier, this is just a claim your character is making about his men being dead right? I did say that the PAI only incapacitated them. Nonlethal... Also if everyone could bear with me. My grandma is in the hospital with cancer, and she could pass any day now. I've been in and out of the hospital and this is one of the only things cheering me up. So if I don't respond as quickly as before just give me some time please.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.16 23:38:00 - [67] - Quote OOC: Well I suppose my last post doesn't really matter any more. For whom it may concern my grandma passed away today around 3:15 PM EST. But I'm okay so don't worry. I can continue playing as regularly as I once did. This game of ours really cheers me up, and I'm honored to be a part of it. Thanatos will live on(irony?) throughout the realm of Dustia. By the way, your move Xavier...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.18 02:07:00 - [68] - Quote OOC: Not what I expected. I thought you might take my hint and surrender peacefully, but I can make do with our current predicament, I mean how boring would this be if I tried to take control of this story. Dustia is living and breathing through us. Plus that would be way out of character considering Thanatos bows to no god, speaking of which since I started this Fate thing I'll start introducing more Elder Gods soon. Plus as a bonus, a little Lionus III background. Thanatos is completely calm before Alixenus, his deep eyes made it evident that he never sought to fight anyone. He went blank for a moment. His power began to reveal more about itself. He called out to Xavier, as if trying to save a brother from his inevitable demise. A feeling far too familiar to him. "Xavier, brother listen to me. You must heed my warning. I know it, I see it in you. You must overcome that book. I know that power better than you, I've memorized every word. It'll try to convince you it is good. That is EVIL magick. Knowledge passed down from wicked to wicked alike. Who feasted on the souls of their kin. You must not be consumed by the Dark Arcanum. Do not force now idle hands."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.18 16:38:00 - [69] - Quote "Do not speak of things you do not yet comprehend Sandromin. I gave him a choice. His mind and spirit are already gone. You cannot see what mine eyes now can. I believe he can overcome that book. It is mine. But if he allows himself to embrace these evils, I'll have to destroy that book here and now. I can't delegate with him, it's his choice now, you can't see the demons that dance around his spirit, delivering him to his doom. Diyad won't declare war. We never wanted to, and never will. And don't worry, I'm not surprised, Free knows the events that shall transpire. It would seem you don't truly know him either. But enough of senseless arguments, we must wait for Xavier's own response."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 2	Posted - 2013.03.18 18:23:00 - [70] - Quote Because we have fun with it. It's rather engaging...

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 4	Posted - 2013.03.19 01:29:00 - [71] - Quote Thanatos quells his frustration. "Well this is quite the mess. I had hoped you would catch my hint Alixenus, and if Sandromin had simply inspected the bag of gold I tossed him earlier, he could have informed you himself. Well I suppose we will have to do business here. There is much we three must discuss in private.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 4	Posted - 2013.03.19 05:04:00 - [72] - Quote Shivers sends down his spine. The word "brother" escapes his mouth, yet there is no sound. He feels new eyes looking upon him. He whispers to himself: "You are too impatient, like always. Death has his time an place." Sandromin leaves. He looks to Alixenus after Sandromin leaves. I apologize if I offended you earlier. There is much to explain. But what must be done must bare no suspicion. Captivity WOULD have been a logical excuse to meet with you two privately, but no matter. However I do stress that you would accept my invitation to come to Diyad tonight. It is a holiday and customary to bring your kin, and I regard you as kin. It is of utmost importance that you attend. Perhaps when there, you could try to spot Venezzian inspired architecture? You see I have very important information to give to you. OOC: This is what shall happen after my conversation with Alixenus is over, just trying to get this done quickly. After conversing with(and hopefully persuading) Alixenus, Thanatos makes his way to Sandromin. He finds him heading towards an encampment. He approaches: "I could feel him follow you. He gave you vision, but neglected to give you clarity. I ask that you delay your proceedings for just another day. I would like you to come to Diyad. Our meeting could be held along the way. My airships are much more efficient. Only a three and a half hour journey. It is imperative that you receive the information I plan to relay." If one were to gain the gift to see the realm of spirits, how would they perceive Thanatos? Well, how would one person a being that is supernatural, yet neither god nor spirit? Not a demon nor monster? Sandromin had gained vision. Before him the answer. At first one would see a man made up of swirling shadows. Each coils around him as if sentient. But to observe death is to gain clarity. The shadow towers above men and beast alike, and even challenges the gods. He is not evil, no not at all, but sinister. Better described by Venezzian lore. The shadowy tendrils extend the vast space around him like the web of a spider. All that is distinguishable, are his luminous pink eyes. All within the vessel, called the human body. Fate sits idly in her celestial palace, watching over Dustia. Something startles her, an ethereal man appears chained to her cosmic clock. "Awake again are we?" She responds. The vision, with the appearance of and elderly man, stretch marks on his face show eternities of pain. For he was Time, a god under the command of Fate now. But now his face smiled as if he'd slain his master himself. "You don't even realize what you've done. You have doomed yourself, and the Elder Gods as well." She is so easily annoyed by his brave words. "You have nerve OLD man. I have the dwarf, I fooled the Logipriest, and I'll kill Lionus as well as his allies! Now be silenced, I seek no longer to converse with you." The man painfully laughs and recites to himself, obviously directed at her: " The gods, the gods the gggooodddsss. So sit upon their ivory thrones. But evil is among them all. There was a time, when I was above YOU. But I saw this evil. The gods pride themselves in taking part of this grand game. Create the mortals, manipulate the mortals, destroy them, before the Gods lose their places of power. There was a time when the universe was not controlled under their iron fists. But they were greedy. Locked me away to serve you. They banished Freedom from the Spire, and cast Death into Oblivion. Death, the balance. The only thing truly definite. I am not the first Time, but I feared I may be the last. No longer, hahaha cough hack! You Fate, are the fool of fools!!! You awakened Death in the form of a man. And he is long passed overdue. He will teach his allies, the truth. For Death is no hero, but he will teach them to slay the gods. HE will bring about the destruction of all gods!!! I look forward to my eternal rest, but now I wait." Annoyance is anger and she is full of it. " I told you to SILENCE! Back into your clock..." His laughter is interrupted by her. His cold eyes meet her's and his smirk becomes focused hatred. His body begins to dissolve back into the clock. He screams his final sentence. The very palace begins to shake with violent force. " YOU HAVE DONE THIS! YOU WILL SEE! YOUR OBSESSION HAS BROUGHT ABOUT THE CLEANSING OF YOUR SINS. FEAR HIM, FOR DEATH APPROACHES!" And the thunderous roar ceases, as he fully disappears. Fate looks off to Dustia, contemplating her next move. OOC: Sorry for this long post, and for the time being I can't think of an album so yours will have to do.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 4	Posted - 2013.03.20 01:06:00 - [73] - Quote Sandromin attempts to communicate with Thanatos. Suddenly he feels as if his body is sucked into the endless void of shadows. He could see the tortured dead, hear their screams. He also saw the fallen soldiers, and great heroes, those who strove for the greater good. The void was full, yet empty. It would drive a normal man insane with fear. But in the distance he saw light. He made his way for it, the void violently pulling him back. Before being consumed he felt a hand grab his. The hand pulled him to the light. Among all of the insanity, there was the Reaper, tending to both the innocent and guilty, with a fatherly love. Then in a flash Sandromin was back in front of Thanatos. He could hear a voice in his own head. "One should never try to converse with Death, at risk of being consumed by him." Then Thanatos speaks to him with his mouth. "Do not confuse my reaction with surprise. I am well aware of your capabilities. You have much to learn. There are memories in my mind, vital to your future. Know that everyone you have and will have met will hold great importance. I'm... afraid HE will not visit you again, his goal was to lead you to me. He is in as much danger as us all. Do not strain your new found gift. There is another step in achieving your true potential." Thanatos. His mind, an inescapable labyrinth. Memories flooded throughout him. He just had to make sense of them. He now had the title of Death, but what relevance did it hold to him? There was something more, treachery perhaps? These questions would have to wait. For he thought more of his future. And as he went on his true nature would reveal itself to him. OOC: Lessons of today: 1: Avoid using telepathy on Thanatos 2: What does it all mean? 3: Backstory Imminent 4: Don't strain the vision. 5: Avoid drink orange juice near brand new keyboard...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 4	Posted - 2013.03.22 05:36:00 - [74] - Quote OOC: My only real problem is that Thanatos can't sense them whatsoever. It's being revealed that he is becoming less of a mortal as time passes. If they were gods or mages, he would have some type of awareness. You see overtime I'm trying to push Thanatos to his true potential. But I don't want to make him overpowered so I have to limit him in many ways. It's a bit of a balancing act, but I digress. Point is doubt I that Thanatos couldn't even slightly sense these lurkers. No matter how much I balance him, his vision is important to his character. P.S. Sandy you haven't actually responded to me yet...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 4	Posted - 2013.03.23 03:26:00 - [75] - Quote Sorry guys I've gotten really sick lately. Fear not! Medium-Long post imminent...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 4	Posted - 2013.03.23 23:52:00 - [76] - Quote OOC: Hold on. Then that would mean that Sandromin and Alixenus would be on their way to Diyad too since they agreed to come right?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 4	Posted - 2013.03.24 05:58:00 - [77] - Quote OOC: Well prepare for interrupt-ception because Diyad has floating cities, meaning we probably have sufficient aerial defense. You'll have to converse with other Diyadian officials first. Thanatos spent his night disappointed. He had missed the the falling of the ehrom blossoms. He had hoped to make it to Diyad by midnight, but no matter. Instead of staying in his lovely quarters provided by Alixenus, he sat atop the roof looking up at the full moon. The moon was so large it encompassed much of the night sky. The stars and aurora complimented her ivory beauty. But Thanatos was troubled for other reasons. Something was amiss in his head. There were memories there, he just couldn't reach them. Actually more like, he couldn't comprehend them. Only small fragments appeared in his head. He did not know what they meant. This information was important. He knew that a storm was coming. Everyone he met was important, he just had to steer them in the right direction. He thought about his friends, his kin. Brothers. He had a brother once. But he was so impatient, and he remains so. Vektor, so smart, so hyperactive, always thinking. Achyr, the most humble man he'd known. Halvedes, so set in his ways. Brutus, well what's not to like? Sandromin, smart, capable, maybe a little too eager. Xavier was strong, he HAD to overcome his demons. And then there was Alixenus. Thanatos admired him the most. He was clever, brave and foolish. All the key traits of a true hero. And Thanatos held that in high regard. But sleep was fast approaching. His eyes shut tightly. His dreams were not the same. Now instead of dreaming, he floated within his dark mind. Each time reliving a memory, only to forget upon awakening. It was rare for him to hold on to the clarity of them. A shadowy figure sits on a web-like throne. Floating endlessly through space, unaffected by the lack of gravity. His armor, mostly cloth and leather, the latter being black and the former a dark and faded red-violet color. His mask completely covering his head. A dark, shiny metal, eerie and desolate. Only pink glowing eyes shines throughout. Around him little ethereal ball-like things danced and floated. Souls. They danced around him like loving children. He spoke to each with the same compassion, there were billions of them. A young ethereal man appears in the distant space. He runs toward the figure with a smile on his face. His shiny white cloak, brown hair, and gold eyes glistening in the starlight. Behind him a little girl follows. Upon seeing the shadow, she quickly hides behind the man's cloak. The man pats his shoulder. "Hard at work I see? Hahaha!" The figure looks back."Of course dear friend. Not as much as you! You pass constantly. People both love and hate you." The man smiles more widely. "Oh Mr. Reaper, you are even more definite, people have always feared and despised you. Yet they are quick to call upon you to take their enemies. Those who are evil seek to undo you, and those who adore you lie in an asylum! Time may be obscure, but Death is unbearable." The two share a hearty laugh. The shadow notices the girl behind Time. She would appear to be 5 years old maybe, but she had lived for 5 centuries. The shadow says with a chuckle "Little one? I know you don't fear me. Out with you." She laughs and runs to his side. " Of course not Mr. Reaper. You are the greatest. When I am older, I'll make sure people accept you! They'll say, Death came because of her, so we should not weep." The shadow laughs again and pats her head. Time looks at the shadow. "She looks up to you like a guardian. I believe she'll be just as great as the one before her." The shadow replies, "She will serve you well. Now run along little one, back to the Spire." With an okay she runs off in the distance, the space opens up, revealing a tall endless spire. Time runs after the girl, giving the shadow one last goodbye. As they reach the Spire, space closes up around them, hiding them from sight. The shadow says one last thing to himself. " She shows much promise, eternity never looked brighter. The realm of Dustia will rest easy, when Fate is on their side..."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 4	Posted - 2013.03.24 06:06:00 - [78] - Quote Thanatos wakes right before the sunrise in a cold sweat. He gasps for air and almost stumbles off of the roof. He claws at his scalp as if he's trying to remove a parasite. "What was that, what happened? What did it mean damn it?!?! All I can remember is... is... the stars." He sighs and gives up. Deciding to wait at his airship for his passengers to arrive. At the appointed time they take off. After they have reached a good enough distance from the ground, and the ship is steady, he guides everyone to the meeting room. Everyone takes their seats at the large round table except for him. He slams his hands on the table and smile. "Well if you have questions, now would be the very best time to ask away!"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.24 23:46:00 - [79] - Quote OOC: I forgot to add, Brutus is totally aboard the airship too! I promised to bring him to his lands personally.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.25 21:56:00 - [80] - Quote OOC: Sorry it took so long but here it goes... @Nexhawk: As for magick it would seem we've come to a consensus. It just sounded weird at first with all the talk of magick sources. @Galrick: We'll say Vektor invited the Chief Engineer. They are currently in the...engine room hehe Thanatos sits unfazed by the loud voice, he almost shuddered at the thought of how it paled in comparison to Fate's loud, desperate, whiny voice. He walked and made his way towards the deck and looked out over the ocean. He yelled out to the captain of the vessel. "Well you seem friendly enough, but I fear we may not have the time to land this vessel. However I could make you a proposal." Thanatos pulls up his face mask and leaps from the deck of the airship, his leather hood flying off of his head. Such a dangerous stunt would kill a man. But as if rehearsed, Brutus instinctively plucks him out of the air as he reaches the ship, and lowers him in front of Ignatus. "Would you care to join us on our journey to my country? You may have missed the Assembly but with me are the representatives of three other nations as well." OOC: @ Brutus: Sorry for controlling your character like that. You can see I'm really uncomfortable doing that. But I made Thanatos jump and forgot how high I made the ship go. I really don't want to kill my character..again lol

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.25 23:31:00 - [81] - Quote OOC: Well it seemed everyone was saying the exact same thing. I didn't really read into everyone'es responses. Sorry that I caused the confusion. I personally disagree with the several sources thing. 1.) I believe magick is more like the Force in Star Wars... before there were midi-chlorians of course. Magick, or the energy needed to use it, is all around us. Those who manipulate it are magick users, be them mages, wizards, sorcerers etc.. Some can do so better than others. It comes natural to some, others have to spend years learning and training. 2.) Just gonna quote Sandy on this: "Auras are a natural trait, and are hugely affected by surroundings (and genetics as well), but is just as well determined by personal characteristics, such as willpower and strength of mind." 3.) The vision is something I introduced but is pretty much how Sandy described it.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.26 00:11:00 - [82] - Quote OOC: It's not the entire continent, just the majority. Just because magick is possible for everyone doesn't mean everyone is for using it like your nation. It's also been said that there are guilds and groups of people who use magick on Mediterra. I don't believe that we should have to make a workaround for what seems to be simply cultural differences. The continent consists of about three nations. And I'm not sure about the magick user ratio in Lucia. Everyone in Diyad learns to use magick, but they don't, in favor of alkemistry. I can easily see how the common people would shy away from a particular practice out of fear, or sheer difficulty. But that is just my view. Honestly this is a very civil and friendly argument, considering we're on the internetz...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.26 00:14:00 - [83] - Quote Xavier Hastings wrote: "Behold, the arrogant and benevolent, Fate herself!" OOC: Ooh ooh! Can I do her dialogue? I've always wanted to speak as Fate to others rather than myself.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.26 00:46:00 - [84] - Quote ....Yeah you should explain the whole Life Warden/Chamber of the Four thing before I answer.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.26 01:44:00 - [85] - Quote OOC: This is really good... however it kind of clashes with the pre-established origins for the book. If you read back, it was I who had introduced the Dark Arcanum in Diyad. It was not in Mediterra, and it was written by several spawns/reincarnations of the Archnecromancer, amassing more and more dark magicks over time. I had assumed you would work around that. I feel really bad now because you wrote so much...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.26 02:19:00 - [86] - Quote OOC: Maybe you would be able to somehow involve the original version into your history? The origins of the first AN are unknown. Someone who consumed the souls of his kin to create the evil magicks and store them in a book. It could have been in Praecentaria anytime before the Second Era when Ignak was the AN.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.26 02:58:00 - [87] - Quote Ner'Zul Nexhawk wrote: //OOC: Could you direct me at the original post about the Dark Arcanum? Which page was it on? And I might try to incorporate it... Something like this - during the endless wars, a Life Warden was corrupted by Nak'Sora (Fate) and learned to reanimate the dead and grasp their souls, hence turning into a first Deathlord (or AN)? On the other hand, if I understand correctly, Fate controls Xavier through the book, right? So she has to be somehow involved directly with the book's creation, hasn't she? I find this not tying in all too well, but it might be just me. //End of OOC\\ OOC: Fate is indeed directly tied to its creation. She did not make it, but she set the motions of the first AN. What better way to both control AND destroy the mortals of Dustia. Her goal is to properly follow her given task. Her task is to prevent mortals from getting to a certain point... When they grow close, she destroys them.(all will be revealed) @ Sandromin: My plot bombs come in short bursts. That dream from before being the first. I like the 94% metaphorical thing.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.26 03:46:00 - [88] - Quote Fate sat once more in her celestial palace, writhing with pleasure. She was winning. She got the dwarf. He had the book. It was of no use to her, but to him it was everything. The whereabouts of the true AN no longer mattered. But then she felt a presence. One from deep within the heart of the Spire. HE was coming. In his armor of gold, his eyes without pupils nor irises, a deep white. His voice so deep and powerful even a dragon would cower under his authority. She filled with fear. "Justice? What brings you to this wonderful palace." His stare was cold. "Checking your progress. Don't act like WE haven't been watching. I have questions you see? The first being... HOW AND WHY IS FREEDOM STILL A THREAT!?" She meekly responds to his question. "He is not a problem, whatever could you mean? He was banished from the Spire millennia ago. He's an Elder God no longer. His power is nothing compared to what it once was." His response was one of intense rage. "DON'T PLAY ME FOR A FOOL, GIRL! I KNOW THAT AS WELL AS YOU! YET SOMEHOW HE MANAGED TO REAPPEAR AND NOW WHISPERS IN THE EARS OF OUR ENEMIES!.... He leaves us no choice. We must cast him into the Oblivion. We WILL be the final and only generation of gods now and forever..."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 5	Posted - 2013.03.26 04:00:00 - [89] - Quote I am slightly offended that Death held no relevance to your tale!
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 6	Posted - 2013.03.26 18:52:00 - [90] - Quote OOC In all honesty, I say no. The book was fine when I wrote it in to Diyad's story. I made it. I feel like it shouldn't be changed. Maybe you could find something else for your back story. But I put my trust in Sandromin, it's his decision.

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 7	Posted - 2013.03.27 03:05:00 - [91] - Quote OOC: Once again, like I knew he would, Sandy came through with his godly decisions. I can accept these origins. And Nexhawk I'm working on a response as we speak.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 8	Posted - 2013.03.28 00:32:00 - [92] - Quote OOC: I did, and dumb me decided to follow you. If you weren't a giant I'd say you died.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 8	Posted - 2013.03.28 02:28:00 - [93] - Quote OOC: Perhaps I'm mistaken... Edit: Yeah I was thinking about the other time when you caught me sorry.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 8	Posted - 2013.03.28 02:33:00 - [94] - Quote OOC: Yeah now I see. Seriously Brutus? Can you try to stay with the people who want to help you for once?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 8	Posted - 2013.03.28 19:40:00 - [95] - Quote Thanatos looks to Ignatus, worry in his voice. "If you can contact him, make sure he flies low. As for your earlier comment, my men wouldn't be surprised by a phoenix at all, they'd be surprised by any outsider entering Diyad without me. We have just recently opened up communication with the outside... Damn! Brutus jumped off the ship again. Well he is his own man, hopefully he'll make his way to Diyad... I guess he won't get to see the ehrom blossoms now." Vektor is now slightly angry at the robot: "Who do you think you are? You have no right to document any information about this vessel. Pictures included..."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 9	Posted - 2013.03.30 01:50:00 - [96] - Quote Thanatos leads Ignatus to the deck before excusing himself. He explains and apologizes that matters must be settled between both him and the other nation representatives before he introduces him to them. He notifies him that this will take no longer than a half hour and by that time it is estimated that they will reach Diyad. Once more Thanatos enters the meeting room and everyone once more takes their seats. "We have a guest from this new land. Before I introduce him, there are things I must explain. Last chance for questions" Ignatus is approached by none other than Achyr Solaran. Scratching his reddish beard whilst closing a book he had been writing it. "My king sends his deepest apologies. Although he may not be present as of now, I am here to represent him to the best of my abilities."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.01 19:14:00 - [97] - Quote I have RETURNED!!!!!!
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.01 20:47:00 - [98] - Quote Achyr, for a brief moment is silent. He did not know that much about the other leaders. " I suppose I should start with the ones I know the best. The one with the sand colored skin is Sandromin, leader of, as you may have guessed, the Sand Men. The live in the desert regions of Mediterra. The Oasis I believe they call it. He is of my knowledge a decent leader. We don't really hear about the Sand Men that often. I believe the nation as a whole is prospering. They have recently discovered ancient technology that in a sense, surpasses that of Diyad, who before now had the superior technology. That's not to say we can't hold our own against them." "The other gentlemen over there is Alixenus. He hails from the merchant nation of Venezzia, rich with culture, art , literature, entertainment and so on. As of now his political position is in question, but nonetheless he hold a lot of power in Venezzia. He is a hero after all. Many Diyadians have Venezzian ancestry, so we hold his people dear to our hearts." "In our engine room you you may find perhaps our strangest guest, a representative of the 42nd Collective. They are a race of mechanical men. They seem to operate under a hive mind, but some have shown to have their own personalities. Most however are very disconnected when it comes to social interactions. Their technology is at the level of the Sand Men. Seeing as they are quite possibly a product of the aforementioned ancient race that provided the advanced technology." "Lastly we have the hooded man... He is our king, Thanatos of Diyad. If you'd excuse my pause, his presence here still surprises me. You see Diyad has been hidden for a long time using our own native energy. We have seen much turmoil in the past several centuries. Years ago he'd shown up. He was such a great speaker, and leader. I.... I was just a lowly drunk, and he saw something in me that no one else did, including me. To this day I still don't understand why. He and I staged a revolution, and he became the first king in centuries. Diyad has prospered immensely since. I have served directly under him for years. I have no regrets whatsoever. Then months ago he invites Sandromin and Alixenus into the country, and offers to help them with their own crisis. I don't know why he did it. Our nation would have been untouched by the Logizombies and Golems. He set out on an expedition with them, and never came back. They saw him die. Now he comes back out of nowhere. I still can't believe it! But enough of that. I hope this has answered your question." OOC: Just save the landing for later. I'm still awaiting any questions from Alixenus or Sandromin...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.01 23:00:00 - [99] - Quote OOC: Not yet Brutus, not yet "You are correct in your assumption. We choose our own special arts over magick. However that is all I can tell you. As of now it isn't my place to give you any further information."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.02 17:47:00 - [100] - Quote OOC:That some good writing Alixenus, however I'm kind of waiting for your response...

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.02 23:15:00 - [101] - Quote I would say Thanatos sways between lawful and chaotic good. I guess it depends. Maybe someone can point me in the right direction. I see Thanatos as one who prefers the laws of mortals over the laws of the gods. He sees that there is a difference between what is lawful and what is oppressive. He won't hesitate to break a law (especially an oppressive one)if it is for the greater good. He isn't Superman so he's not afraid to get his hands dirty if need be. This all changes as the character progresses.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.03 01:01:00 - [102] - Quote OOC: Okay are we seriously forgetting the conversation Thanatos was engaging with Sandromin and Alixenus?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.03 18:15:00 - [103] - Quote OOC: @ Sir BootStrapWill That is almost exactly how I had intended the book to work. The backstory was really good also, and I don't believe it actually conflicts with the book's original story, except that the book actually made it's way to Diyad after the defeat of the last AN.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.03 19:41:00 - [104] - Quote OOC: I can explain the thread. The thread was simply Diyad's way of hiding the book from those who seek to use it for evil. Alkhemistry allowed Thanatos to transform the book into a long thread, so that he may carry the book with him at all times, shielding it's evil influence from others. As you may recall it almost destroyed his mind. Edit: I'm about to fill in the gap between Diyad getting the book and where it is now.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.03 20:14:00 - [105] - Quote OOC: So sometime after the book's conception and after the defeat of the first AN, it made it's way to the land of the Mortuums where a long battle would take place between them and one of there brethren. This would be Ignak the AN. He would ultimately defeat the rest and consume their souls. With him left on the vast continent the small colony of Diyad would form into a sizable nation. After receiving the saber from Fate, the 7th king, Lionus III waged war on Ignak and his undead army. After slaying Ignak, Lionus tried to destroy it. This didn't work so he hid it in a secure location outside of the nation's borders, hopefully never to be seen again. Although Diyadian history may tell you that Lionus died decades after, this is not true. Merely weeks after hiding the book, Lionus was approached by Fate who offered him eternal life so that they may be together forever. He rejected her love, not remembering a promise he made as a child. Now we have an angry goddess and a king. She wipes out his family, by stopping their hearts. She punishes Lionus by casting him into the Sea of Souls. The book lay dormant until the third era and the appearance of the amnesia-ridden Thanatos. After the Great Civil War, he becomes king once more. He does however remember the location of the book. After that, if you read back you know about his quest to find the pieces of the cipher, so that people may learn how to counteract it's evil magicks. And as we know, when Thanatos was slain, the book fell near Sandromin, but Xavier picked it up. The book in nature is desires to become whole, often this would mean finding an AN. Xavier would be right in assuming that the book took a liking into him. In Xavier it sensed power and strength. So yes it's attraction to Xavier is unique. But do not be fooled. It only wishes to become whole. I introduced Fate mainly to push the plot forward, but also to introduce one key element. Everyone's character is vital in the grand scheme of things. They each possess a trait, be it a goal, ambition, or belief that is so strong that it challenges the gods. This is a very essential tool that I only touched on briefly with my earlier dialogues with Fate. But I'll elaborate on this later.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.04 21:13:00 - [106] - Quote Sandromin and Alixenus leave the room to do whatever it is they planned to, as if Thanatos didn't say a word. Thanatos, obviously puzzled by the rude and nonsensical behavior thought to himself: Did they just leave? Honestly I'll never understand outsiders. He makes his way to the deck and looks overhead. The shores of Diyad can be seen fast approaching.... and a giant. This proved to be quite an odd day indeed. The foreign passengers on the airship were, well more than astonished. It is the first day of the Great Ascension. Shiny golden ehrom blossoms falling like snow as far as the eye can see. It's almost unreal. "Prepare for landing ladies and gentleman, welcome to Diyad!"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.05 19:31:00 - [107] - Quote Thanatos chuckles. "We haven't even entered the city yet. No need to worry, the radiation won't affect anyone. Especially after today, I mean, this is one of the reasons why we're here." He looks to the giant standing aside the group. "Brutus my friend. Glad you could join us. Jumping off of an airship must be fun for you to do it twice. Would you care to join us?" Brutus nodded, masking the fact that just a moment ago he was sobbing. They make their way into the grand capital of Karthage. It is perhaps more spectacular than it was before. Ehrom blossoms raining down, parades, fireworks, feasts, competitions and other festivities. Thanatos led them to the grand palace. Marvelous golds and silvers, an others colors danced around the wide hallways. As they entered the throne room, Thanatos stopped. Looking at his throne and crown. It was obvious to everyone what he was thinking. Before he would be clad in fancy armors, looking as lavish as his kingdom. He had pride, yet he was humble. He loved to laugh and spend time with others. He was dignified. Thanatos approached his throne and held up his crown to eye level. Now he was out of place. His leather armor and weapons made him look more like an assassin, or a thief. His hands were wearing dirty gloves and his eyes made him seem inhuman. He felt in his heart that soon he wouldn't belong. He tried his best to maintain his vibrant personality, but more and more the world seemed distant. The only thing he could hold onto was love. These men, and that giant were like family to him. He had even grown fond of the robot. Removing his hood he turned to Ignatus and the engineer, as well as the council. "My apologies but you'll have to excuse us one last time. This won't be long. Achyr, maybe you could show Ignatus the carnivale, or perhaps the Great Librarium. Vektor, maybe you could show the engineer our 'special project'. Now Alixenus, Sandromin, I for you to follow me to my map room. It is imperative that you hear this information, and I have some explaining to do."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.05 21:08:00 - [108] - Quote Thanatos' eyes began to glow with intensity as he sat down at the end of the long table, looking at the glowing globe that floated at the center of the table. He looked at his hands for a moment, before looking back at the two men before him. His words held unfamiliar gravity. "There is more to existence than toil, reward, conflict and the mysticism of the unknown. There will come a time when we will have a choice, to be content with the restrictions of the inevitable, or to shatter them. My father said these words before he died. Until recently, I was incapable of comprehension. Now I have clarity. But I cannot orchestrate new beginnings, nor can I achieve them alone. I can merely show you the way if you choose to let me. So use this information as you will." "Sandromin, you have conversed with Free, have you not? Then you should know somewhat of our current situation. If you recall our last encounter, you witnessed me drive a saber into my heart. And a woman took me away. Alixenus, there is no doubt that she may have approached you too before. This woman is an Elder God, her name is Fate. There was a time, long ago when she was merely a child. Now her power extends the ends of space. Her job is to decide the end result of all living things, in order to prevent us from finding the truth. Centuries ago she fell in love, no, became obsessed with a Diyadian prince. When he became king, he was a hero. He liberated Diyad from the tyranny of a man who once wielded magicks of darkness. Shortly after she approached him, begging him to join her in eternity. He refused, so she took his family. She cast him into the Sea of Souls. So long he spent, an eternity. Somehow he made his way back to our world, after forgetting who he once was. All he was left with was a name he heard. He could only remember the name, that the souls would weep. Thanatos. In another tongue, it means death. There was a reason I treat you with such familiarity. I already know you. When I became king again, I'd met you, the same way you'd remember. We saved the remaining Logipriests, like we did. As time went by we forged a powerful friendship, Brutus too. We also authored an alliance that would change Dustia. The Trinity, Order of Three. But the influence of the book, the Dark Arcanum, along with the combined curses of the cipher, corrupted me. Alixenus and Brutus, had no choice, and I was slain. But then something unexpected happened. I woke up once more in Diyad, as I did when I found it. I don't know how many times this happened, but no matter how many changes I made, I would die, and Dustia would be eradicated. It was Fate's game with me. To prevent me from giving you this information. This time things are different, I slayed myself. And now I have returned. I have clarity of our situation this time. Fate plans to destroy all life in our world, with the fires of the sun. She has done this countless times before. the Elder God's have been playing games with us, and we never notice because we die. Create the mortals, manipulate them, destroy them before they discover the truth. We are being oppressed with out knowing. But I know their secret. So simple, yet so important. Mortals have the power to challenge the gods. It's deep inside. Sandromin you are only feeling the beginnings of this power. It's happened countless times before. But recently, or more like hundreds of eras ago, this stopped. The gods have become mad with power, I've witnessed it firsthand. When she took me from the temple, I spent those long months in Fate's palace in the heavens before escaping back to Dustia. Now I have clarity." "Now to my point, we are running out of time. Fate is speeding up the process. She's planning to wipe us out within the next five seasons(years). From this point on, everyone we know is vital to both our story, and our survival. YOU have the power to defy the gods, and overcome them. But this is your choice. The question is do you choose to believe my words? Do you choose to act upon this knowledge?"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.06 03:47:00 - [109] - Quote Their eyes meet. "I can only make a guess. It's the same thing you and I both feel right now. Fear. Fear of dying. Fear is a sickness, it can easily evolve into something more, no matter how small. In this case evil intention, to prove one's exemption of death by creating and destroying life of their own. How fitting..."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.06 19:39:00 - [110] - Quote @ Nexhawk: I want to wait and finish the conversation, we can say that Nexhawk and Xavier are arriving towards the end of it. I've been waiting since I introduced my character for this. After this I have nothing else that I already planned months ago. @Galrick: 1. I don't see how you could tell me the plan when you're not in the room. You were escorted out of the palace by Vektor, remember? 2. I'm saying no to your plan. You're becoming way too OP. I'm sure Sandromin said no one should be at faster than light travel. If it were possible because of the Doric race, I'm sure that Conyr wouldn't be travelling to Lucia by a kalteraft. Plus it's only been a span of weeks since it was discovered by the Sandmen. There are guards prepared in the city to show the fiery ruler where to land. After some direction, the two large birds landed near the harbor. Their passengers dismounted(and I'm assuming they become eggs again?). One of the guards was normal, in white attire. The other was one of the King's Men, clad in heavy gold armor. He points to the newcomer. "I was told to await you, but we received no word of a Lucian ambassador, if you could so kindly explain this to me."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.07 12:45:00 - [111] - Quote OOC: This is what I wrote: Removing his hood he turned to Ignatus and the engineer, as well as the council. "My apologies but you'll have to excuse us one last time. This won't be long. Achyr, maybe you could show Ignatus the carnivale, or perhaps the Great Librarium. Vektor, maybe you could show the engineer our 'special project'. Now Alixenus, Sandromin, I for you to follow me to my map room. It is imperative that you hear this information, and I have some explaining to do." So yeah, you're not in the palace.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.07 14:40:00 - [112] - Quote OOC: Sorry this is a no interruption type thing. Anything you have to relay will have to wait.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.10 21:33:00 - [113] - Quote I know what you mean Brutus. Remember I'm almost always at my computer or at my desk. i also always have this Dust tab open. I can't do anything because I'm supposed to be having a conversation with two leaders... However I agree with Alixenus, and I have a side character to introduce. Bringing life to at least Diyad. Stay tuned.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.10 23:19:00 - [114] - Quote OOC: This story takes place the final day of the Assembly. I'm still deciding on whether or not it will hold any relevance to our main arc. The sun has just risen. The Snake of Illusion slumbers, coiled in his cave of darkness. Shop owners begin to open their stores in Arcade. That's the central district. By day a bustling market place, by night, the hot spot. You'll find plays, pubs, festivals and anything other entertainment. There's also a brothel, to satisfy your needs, if you catch my drift. A large balloon arrives at the east gates of the city, filled with noisy passengers, looking to live new lifestyles. Some people simply don't like balance, and when you don't like balance you come here. Out of all the cities in Diyad, this one is considered the most... well for the sake of avoiding coarse language let's just say unique. You won't find your emmaculate, Venezzian inspired architecture of the golden capital, nor it's upstanding citizens here. Instead you'll find the Slums, the western district of the city. There you'll find your bums, your alcoholics, poor families and the occasional unknown street gang. In Yabavi, The eastern factory district, you'll find, you guessed it, factories! Hard workers who make decent pay. They can support their families as well as grab a drink at a pub. Not much else over there. In Arka's your southern residential district. Or more like the middle class. Nothing particularly bad around here. We enjoy our lives for the most part, and that's all we need. Now Dorado is another story. If I say the poor are the poorest, I mean it. And when I see the rich are THE RICHEST around, I'm talking about the Dorado folk. You see it hasn't been too long since the king took office down below, the nation's still suffering from the power struggle. A lot of the cities up here were independent from Diyad for a long time. We're one of the last ones. The families in Dorado run this city, some are really nice people, others aren't. They keep us afloat, literally. They own everything, they employ the maintenance workers that keep us from crashing into the capital. Dorado also privately owns the police force known as "The Briggs". You'll find more of them there than anywhere else. Right now you may be asking yourself, "But who is this Snake of Illusion and where is he?" To answer, no one knows. No one except me. At the center of Arcade you'll find the tall clock tower. Outside, at its base, you'll find the occasional group of loitering runaways or beggars. Not for long, as the Briggs show up very quickly. Inside you'll find the application offices, where people look to start small businesses or to find a job. Farther up and you'll find the minute men, responsible for making sure the clock is operating correctly. At the very top however, through a small hidden door, the Snake of Illusion sleeps. A fog starts to roll in. A man with a fancy red vest escorts a group of passengers off of the balloon. With he moves his arms in a swirling motion while bowing. "If you were planning to leave soon, you're out of look. If not, Welcome to Gran Arcadia!" The stage now set, the Snake of Illusion has awakened, the game has begun. " You own nothing here..."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.11 18:01:00 - [115] - Quote OOC: Yep, I'll make sure she still acts like a [vulgarity replaced with kitten noise... meow]. Also thanks Nexhawk for bringing to my attention how stupid I am. I could have been using my phone the whole time. I'll be able to respond much faster now!!!
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 10	Posted - 2013.04.11 19:36:00 - [116] - Quote OOC: The whole city is a floating city.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 11	Posted - 2013.04.12 23:56:00 - [117] - Quote OOC: I was hoping Sandromin would respond to my statement. After that I would make one last request and then the meeting would be over. By the way tis I who brought the Elder Gods Alixenus. At least I'm pretty sure. Now I have to check. We might need Sandromin to update the first page, maybe make a recap of the story so people don't have to read close to 50 pages to catch up. Not just in bullet form, I'm talking Star Wars intro. Edit: It was indeed I!
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 12	Posted - 2013.04.16 03:45:00 - [118] - Quote Thanatos waited for Sandromin to respond. His eyes seemed devoid of life. Then in an instant it returned. He could not tell how it happened, he could only see where Sandromin was now. And what he saw was what he was waiting to see, clarity. Thanatos smirked, removing his crown to palm the top of his head. His hair, completely black moments ago, started to grey. It was noticeable but didn't seem to draw alarm. He didn't notice it himself. "You don't know how long I've awaited these answers. Countless existences, dark eternities. This is what I've been waiting for! WE as mortals have the power to fight back, to take control of our lives! I have only one final thing to ask. I would like to establish once more the Trinity, the Kinship of Three. With this knowledge, and our actions, we are now responsible for the continuation of existence. It is best to find strength in our bonds, bonds stronger than blood." Thanatos' words seemed to pour out as if rehearsed. As he spoke he could only keep his mind on one thing, Death. Even he did not understand what it meant. He kept calling himself that, yet he did not know why. Was he merely a mortal who assumed Death's role. No, these memories had to mean something. He obviously fought not for Fate, yet neither did he side with Freedom. He hadn't even spoken to him. But he also didn't fight for Peace, well not exactly. Something was compelling him to bring destruction to the gods. Not a purpose, more like an instinct, almost involuntary. As he spoke he began to sense a danger. However it was far off. He would be well prepared. He looked to his right and saw his sword by his side. An ancient weapon called a katana, forged by his very soul. Its name, Ultimatum. OOC: @ Xavier: I chose both...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 12	Posted - 2013.04.17 01:15:00 - [119] - Quote OOC: I understand why so much attention was drawn to Sandromin, but not addressing the king in his own capital, that hurt my feelings.sad face You hurt me reel deep. Thanatos gives the fiery one a puzzled look. He didn't let it show, but as the king he was slightly offendedsad face. His attention immediately draws towards Xavier. "Stand down Alixenus, I have no qualm with any dwarf of Lucia, and I don't plan to. Xavier, I trust you are here for a more peaceful discussion than last night. Have you conquered the book? I do hope so. I put all of my trust in your strength. However I am only mortal..." Achyr stands aside from everyone. As the trio exited the meeting room, Thanatos told him to prepare for an important announcement. He was anxious to hear what this was about. For now he watches as the politicians greet one another.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 12	Posted - 2013.04.17 02:17:00 - [120] - Quote OOC: Oh you've gone and done it now Brutus. You don't realize what you just set in motion. I think Brutus will be crossing paths with the Snake of Illusion soon...

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.04.18 19:49:00 - [121] - Quote OOC: Same with me.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.04.19 18:45:00 - [122] - Quote Thanatos deals Nexhawk a blank stare, as if Nexhawk had committed the worst crime imaginable. His eyes aglow slightly brighter than normal. Inside his mind he wondered. Freedom and Fate, this man spoke to him in another tongue, yet he's instantly recognized those names. It was as if he knew all of their titles. Thanatos lets out a bellowing laugh. "Ignoring a king in his capital and then calling a fool to his face. You make quite the first impression sir! Hahaha! I assure you sure, we are fully capable of accomplishing our task. That being said, I must now ask of your intentions here." Meanwhile Vektor was leading the Collective Engineer to a balloon. "We'll be heading to the floating facility known as Gasynto, this is where we produce certain inventions that require expertise, but only a small group of people working on it. This has been in development for a long time, but it would seem that it was made specifically for the Collective"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.04.19 19:23:00 - [123] - Quote OOC: Calling it now, 2000. It's a stretch, but something tells me this threadnaught has a lot of life left. Speaking of which, I think we need some Dev/GM acknowledgement. I mean this is the biggest thread in The Locker Room right?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.04.20 01:42:00 - [124] - Quote OOC: I was indeed referring to earlier Thanatos , now calm and relaxed, looked out to the distance. Not yet, he thought to himself. There was not yet immediate danger. "You..you do realize I was merely joking, right? I see who who you are truly here to meet. Believe me, you'll get the chance to do soon. Through mine eyes I look at you. I see, something about me has startled you. There's a burning in my heart, a deep desire. That is how I found my way. I desire to defy Fate herself, to free this world from a vicious cycle of mass death. There is a balance upset. Also it is natural for you to be intrigued by my goals. Defeating a god, let alone slaying an Elder God, is almost impossible, without the proper knowledge. And I guess you could say we're overflowing with that. As for Freedom, he..he isn't in this realm anymore, I fear no one can take his side as of now."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.04.21 11:44:00 - [125] - Quote OOC: @Nexhawk: It was more of an assumption. Thanatos is naturally gifted at reading expressions. Ironically, you could almost always read his expressions very easily. Thanatos looks slightly disappointed. "I-I see. I assure you that I have not even communicated with him in a very very long time. Her death is not on HIS behalf, nor MINE. Her death is on behalf of all living things. For those who do not know what lies beyond the vast sea of space. Does that answer your question?" Thanatos speaks as if he had not heard the lies spread by Xavier. Because he respected him nonetheless. After entering the facility, passed many long corridors and offices, Vektor and Galrick make their way to the labs. They reach a large door which seems to have no way of opening. Vektor places his hands at its center. After a few seconds of deep concentration the alkhemical runes that were once invisible, light up. The door seems to cascade into the ground. The room before them is large. There are several mysterious machines all surrounding one large table. Vektor, warns Galrick of the repercussions, should he document any of this technology. He leads him to the large table. At it's center there is a yellow liquid-like orb suspended in the air. It is surrounded by different floating structures that constantly orbit it(basically like a dyson sphere). "This is it!" OOC: @Brutus: I see now that I missed something. Because you said you landed on a floating city, I assumed you meant Gran Arcadia. The palace is not a floating city. It is in a large canyon. Also I'm afraid that that jump is way too high. It would kill you. Seeing as I don't want you dead, let's say you merely escaped the Briggs. Plus I kinda want to add you into my side story. Considering now you play an important role.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.04.21 17:19:00 - [126] - Quote OOC: @....uh: You should probably wait for Sandromin. OOC:@ Galrick: I would prefer it if you not just go and decide what my invention is please.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.04.22 18:19:00 - [127] - Quote OOC: Sandy needs to sort this out. BTW sorry for the lack of posting. I've been pumping hours into Civilization V. I think I may have an addiction.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.04.28 23:42:00 - [128] - Quote OOC: Thank the gods! A human voice! I was sure I had been lost in the vast void of ether, forever waiting for someone to speak..
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.05.01 03:37:00 - [129] - Quote Thanatos ignores Nexhawk's initial response. "DAMMIT, Xavier! Dammit, dammit, dammit.. I failed you. This is the worst possible time! It's almost here... Damn you Fate. I'm so sorry my brother, I failed you. It would seem not even you could withstand it's power. I should have taken it from you when I had the chance." Nexhawk finishes his speech. Silence. Thanatos' head hangs with disappointment. In himself. His voice falters and as if on cue, the sky begins to grow dark with clouds. A storm approaches. The ehrom blossoms seem to cascade around the five leaders. The rain is a thin mist, lightly bouncing off of the ground. There is a streak of lightning followed by a thunderous roar. "No..no. That book is legal property of Diyad, it has been since the second era. Any business you must conduct will be under Diyadian jurisdiction, more importantly, under the Trinity. You must understand, you have already intertwined with us. We are each key to the World End. We each hold knowledge that is valuable to our survival, and our end result. Right now, the knowledge I hold is important. it would seem Fate has done something very much forbidden among the Elder Gods. A Direct Intervention. She has disrupted the Infinite Continua, and they are no longer parallel. We have lost control of the present, and the future is unpredictable. It is imperative that we prepare for the oncoming... We must overcome the inevitable. Please understand my words, my warning.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.05.01 03:38:00 - [130] - Quote OOC: Don't worry Brutus, my response to you is in the making...

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.05.02 23:58:00 - [131] - Quote " I'm not denying you the book. What I am saying is that you may not simply leave with it. You will conduct your business along side the Trinity. You must work with us if you wish to have it. We cannot afford anymore setbacks. I mean, we have only just met and as of now caution is key. We will see how this device works now that time-space is disrupted." Vektor finally responds to Galrick. "Well where do I start? You understand that we Diyadians use iyo both as an energy source, and for alkhemistry correct? It is very useful, however we believe we have not used it to its full potential. We wanted to find a way to directly use it. After years of trying we have been able to... let's say, evolve it. What stands before you is ito. It is exponentially more powerful than iyo, however we can't use it at the moment. It's really fond of breaking down organic life rapidly. We've lost 13 good scientists. You however can use it. We are under the impression that you are in the process of building a vessel that can travel outside of Dustia's atmosphere. We plan to gift you a large amount of ito, with it blueprints of two devices that we encourage you use it with. We also ask that you use it to make your vessel as powerful and efficient as possible. Lord Thanatos' requests were very specific. It would seem he wishes to work closely with the Collective in the future."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 13	Posted - 2013.05.03 18:01:00 - [132] - Quote As a small medical ship extracts Xavier's body. Thanatos reaches into his pocket and takes a bite of his handy pocket-bacon. It helps him calm his nerves during stressful situations...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 14	Posted - 2013.05.05 16:21:00 - [133] - Quote OOC: ....Am I supposed to say something Death related?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 14	Posted - 2013.05.06 19:56:00 - [134] - Quote I've also been waiting on Sandromin but I suppose I can think of something.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 14	Posted - 2013.05.06 22:05:00 - [135] - Quote OOC:I did not forget about you Brutus,I just need some time. You as well Galrick. I've just had a lot of real world things to deal with. In conclusion, I hate the real world. P.S. How many of us actually still play Dust?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 15	Posted - 2013.05.15 03:32:00 - [136] - Quote I'm really procrastinating on a bigger post. Still trying to work out the whole Brutus-Gran Arcadia story line.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 15	Posted - 2013.05.15 05:04:00 - [137] - Quote Vektor chuckles at the Engineer's response. "You are very much over complicating this. Well... it is kind of tricky to explain, so I'll be blunt. Iyo is a living energy. It doesn't appear to be completely sentient. From what we have gathered, it is everywhere. If there is life, there is iyo. However it is very scattered. This is why alkhemists carry around boxes of it. If it isn't concentrated it is virtually useless. As of yet the only known concentrated source is located here in Diyad. Deep below the surface. It seems to demonstrate symbiotic qualities. A host, in this case, an alkhemist is strengthened. At the same time interacting with a host allows iyo to, adapt, to evolve in some way. Even we do not fully understand this yet. Ito was our own way of manually evolving iyo. Like I stated before it is highly volatile to organics as of now. So to answer your question, with the amount of ito we have given you, your vessel should be able to travel to nearby solar systems at tremendous speeds. You see it isn't a fuel. When it is used the energy doesn't go away. It is just scattered across spaces and what not. With our advancing technology we have been able to slow down the rate at which this occurs. If we are lucky by the time your project is finished we will have discovered a way to synthesize ito from surrounding pockets of iyo. But enough talk for now, I fear that we must leave the laboratory." Worry traces the wrinkles throughout his face, as Vektor stares out of the nearby window at the oncoming storm... The Snake of Illusion has awakened... A handsome looking couple, fresh off of the balloon approaches a nearby vendor. So young, so full of life and curiosity. After disappointed looks are exchanged between the two, they move on to the next. This goes on for a couple stops until the woman, a buxom blonde in a crimson dress with a pearl necklace stops at a nearby bench. "This has to be the one James! It is freezing. They should have a nice fur coat at this one.." The man reluctantly trudges yonder in search of a black coat for his shivering fiancee. The fog is thick and after 12 or so metres he can hardly see her. Especially the man approaching her in a lavish white suit, that blends ever so perfectly with the fog. A vendor in the distance can faintly be heard screaming at the door of his shoppe. " Why, what is a woman like you doing out here in the cold." Hook, a few words and she has already gained interest in him. " I'm waiting for my.. friend. He is over there buying me a coat. He tries ever so hard to get me what I want, but honestly he doesn't know. The man bears a devilish grin, and seemingly out of thin air pulls a black fur coat, that he places around her shoulders. " I truly do understand m'lady. Take this, as a token of our mutual understanding. I know what it's like to yearn for something else. Adventure and intrigue..." Line, she eagerly responds." It- it's like you read my thoughts completely. I feel this way also. Money is no object to us, I mean this necklace here is enough to buy us a large estate. James gave it to me. His father was a renowned landowner and when he passed, James inherited a portion of his fortune. I love him for his generosity, and his willingness to give everything to me, but James can be boring, he doesn't yearn to see the world like I do. by the way, what is this coat made of? It is so soft and comfortable." "Black sabre fur, very rare indeed, I came across it on my travels abroad. You see I was born in an island far east, known for its ships. My father was also renowned in his line of work. I received his greatest work. A magnificent ivory vessel. I've seen the world, and now I feel accomplished. I would hate for you to suffer the fate of not achieving your dreams. James, he is your friend that you spoke of. You can leave him. I can take you anywhere." Before she could shake away her blush, the man pulls her close and kisses her. His hands wrapped around her back up to her shoulders. Sunk, when she finally opens her eyes she feels the guilt of her actions wash over her. She quickly pulls away. "I- I am truly sorry to have misled you, I could not possibly abandon James, he is my fiancee and nonetheless I love him." He grabs her hand reassuringly, maintaining eye contact all throughout. " No, m'lady I apologize, I knew who he was to you. It was apparent by your diamond ring. I never thought I could be so starstruck by one's beauty, and I foolishly indulged in my personal desire. It was disrespectful. I should be going." Out of guilt she reluctantly returned the coat, and he walked off into the distance. He just so happens to accidentally brush by James. Moments later the woman could hear her fiancee approach from the distance, shame smothers his face. "I'm... horrible. I lost my wallet and my coin purse. I have no money. How could this happen to m--- where are your pearls...and your ring? The vendor can be heard in the distance, " I swear it was an ACTUAL black sabre coat! You must believe me!" The Snake of Illusion would prey on others that day. None could notice his sleight of hand swiftly taking any valuable belonging. That poor couple, they should be honored they were merely entertainment, a warm up. The true victims never even see his shadow. Welcome to Gran Arcadia. You own nothing here... BOOM. Later in the day, when the Snake was finished, there was a new commotion. The usual sound of wealthy men robbed of their riches was now replaced by an alarm, as a giant has been terrorizing the town with a runaway criminal on his back. Brutus happened to jump in a dark alley in the Slums. Even the Briggs wouldn't follow him to this cesspool giant or not. The tremor of his massive landing causes a portly man to fall to the ground. He had greasy black hair and a stylish moustache. The man didn't seem too surprised to see a giant, more the companion he had brought along...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 15	Posted - 2013.05.15 05:09:00 - [138] - Quote "Well my information is never wrong, their is indeed a giant. Allow me to introduce myself, I am Franklin Bertrandium III, Franklin if you have no concept of formality. And you... y-you're... This can't be, Sara!?! What in blazes have you done! Do you realize who you have brought along with you to Gran Arcadia? She isn't supposed to be up here. This little girl is under the protection of teh Snake! I hope you'll be able to explain yourself..."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 15	Posted - 2013.05.15 20:10:00 - [139] - Quote Franklin led the two to a small building. It looked nearly abandoned. From what Brutus can tell it only looked a little better on the inside. "You know where it is Sara,"he gestured her to walk in." Brutus reluctantly let her down from his shoulders. She hurriedly ran inside. Franklin's smile broke the moment she was out of sight. "You should not have brought that girl here. I was serious. There are people in the city who want her, for unknown reasons. The Snake of Illusion has worked very hard to protect her. To keep her down on the surface. The next transport doesn't arrive until tomorrow morning. And it's very hard to find a place to hide a giant on a floating city. The Snake of Illusion will not be pleased."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 15	Posted - 2013.05.16 02:36:00 - [140] - Quote Franklin let's out a bellowing laugh. "You let your size and strength get the better of you. Don't be so arrogant. You say cold dead hands, so be it. Do you even realize where you are? Do you know what Gran Arcadia is, why the king wants it back? It's a flying fortress, a doomsday weapon! Not to mention what the factories are building. One well placed cannon could kill you, and they're larger than your own head! Do not kid yourself..."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 15	Posted - 2013.05.16 02:42:00 - [141] - Quote Vektor by now is trembling, his voice shaky. He swallows painfully, as his right hand clutches his long beard. "In-in-in return? Nothing at all. Continue to act in your best interests. However the scientists here would like to work closely with the Collective in the future, regarding technological adv.........ances. I'm truly sorry, I need a drink of water." OOC: And the threadnought lives again!!! How marvelous!
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 15	Posted - 2013.05.16 04:29:00 - [142] - Quote Because we enjoy this. At this point it's less of a game than it is just fun. It's a great distraction, when I'm not playing Dust, or some other game. It doesn't really get boring either. I mean believe me this isn't some best selling literary work (at least my writing isn't that great), but we're just a group of people who enjoy making a story that is our own. In honor of Dust of course. Now seriously though, can you please stop?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 16	Posted - 2013.05.16 21:12:00 - [143] - Quote Hoorah! Three cheers for the THREADNAUGHT!!!!
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 16	Posted - 2013.05.18 23:02:00 - [144] - Quote OOC: Well you were being taken to a small clinic ...on a floating city.. heavily guarded... Not taking any chances yah lunatic!
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 16	Posted - 2013.05.24 22:04:00 - [145] - Quote OOC: Quick reminder. Karthage, the capital, is not a floating city, it is in a canyon on the continent. Gran Arcadia(with Brutus and friends) is. The laboratory(with Engie and Vektor) is on a a floating base, the clinic(with Xavier) is located on a separate section of said base. Thanatos all the while lays silent. Organizing thoughts, memories, possibilities. His foresight was truly being strained. He had still known information of the imminent future. But now the future could be random. Was his knowledge useful anymore? As everyone prepared to leave, excited and conversing with one another, he was a prisoner of his own mind. Finally he spoke. "You may take my largest ships as well as a handful of my officials. I will not be able to join you on your quest. At least not for now. I still have matters to attend to here in Diyad. Brutus is nowhere to be seen. Xavier is still in our custody. I will join you soon enough however. I hope you can understand... Also, Alixenus, do what you must to aid Brutus. We have no idea where he may be." Vektor begins to collect himself. He hurries the Engineer to leave with the plans and the ito, as well as other documents that he was warned not to read until returning to his homeland. He was also unaware that tonnes of ito-refined adamantium was being transported as well. When he was sure that the transports had safely left the docking bay, he immediately collapses.... Franklin felt slightly ashamed of himself. "Listen, I'm not saying you can't protect her. I'm just saying you can't let your physical strength get the better of your mind. We need to think realistically. You can't take on the whole city. That said you are a force to fear. You can't expect to win without the help of others. The Snake of Illusion will find you eventually. You must be prepared, how will you react to his words?" The medics back away from the enlarged dwarf. Behind them several footsteps simultaneously echo throughout the halls. Guards. Royal guards, dressed in lavish white with crimson capes. They advise the medics to return to their work. A young soldier steps from the ranks. No older than 17. He has a soft complexion and an eager face. He is sure not let his fear show. "Please sir, you are in a critical state. We advise you not to struggle. We are trying our best to help you."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 17	Posted - 2013.05.25 17:52:00 - [146] - Quote OOC: Okay now I'm convinced everyone participating in this is telepathic. It seems every time I get ready to unleash/introduce something, you guys are always one step ahead of me. Interesting...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 17	Posted - 2013.05.25 18:34:00 - [147] - Quote A shadow approaches from the adjacent corridor, nothing is heard but the slamming of hard rain against the glass wall at the far end of the lab. An old man lay weak upon the floor. "Where are they?" The old man struggles to push himself off of the ground. He weakly mutters a few words. "They're not here any longer, you've lost." " What do you mean, not here anymore? The transport hasn't left, only the supply--- YOU PATHETIC SWINE! I-I.... doesn't matter. That isn't why I'm here anyway. Now if you'll excuse me I must g--" The old man musters up the last of his strength to stand up, arm extended towards the shadow. "Halvedes, you fool! Traitor! Pawn! Fate will only use you!" He is interrupted by a sinister howl. "No..no..no..no..no.nno..NOO!!! FATE WILL GIVE ME POWER! WHEN THE VOID THAT IS MY DESIRE IS FULL, I WILL BE A GOD!" "Then you will die a god!" Vektor's eyes glow blue as do alkhemical runes along the walls. Steel spears shoot out of the walls extended towards the cloaked Halvedes. The violent spears tear apart the lab around, but it is all for naught. By just extending his hand the spears are absorbed into him. After losing the rest of his strength Vektor collapses once more. Halvedes notices the ball of ito that was presented to the Engineer, he cackles sinsterly as he commands it to his palm. "But how?" "Enough Vektor, now it is time you rest." He grabs the old man's hands. The ito enters his body, his veins illuminated through his skin by a bright red-orange glow. Excruciating pain prohibits sound from exiting Vektor. The ito begins to slowly disintegrate his hand and travel down his arm. Before completely leaving the room, Halvedes makes one last remark. "Unfortunately for you, by the time they find out of your Fate, you will be long gone from this world. Now if once more you'll excuse me, I have a dwarf to rescue."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 19	Posted - 2013.05.26 02:09:00 - [148] - Quote OOC: Yeah hold on, I like to wait a few posts for dramatic effect... and laziness. I've been looking for a good mmo to invest my time in. Can't play Dust for a while.Both of my DS3s broke, and I can't use kb/m like I wish I could because one of my usb ports on my PS3 is dead... So yeah.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 19	Posted - 2013.05.26 02:23:00 - [149] - Quote Dark Arcanum. Purged of Darkness. Not entirely. Call out to someone. Must need a catalyst? Fate? Pawn? ! All of these clustered, chaotic thoughts suddenly snap into place. Damn. "The base! Achyr, I need the King's Men at once! We need Xavier out of that base NOW!" Thanatos points to the large floating base far above the canyon.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 19	Posted - 2013.05.26 05:07:00 - [150] - Quote OOC: For continuity's sake it's best we wait for the others to respond, specifically Xavier to the guards.

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 20	Posted - 2013.05.28 22:25:00 - [151] - Quote The guards ready themselves in an offensive position. Sabers pointed toward the mad dwarf. An ear-piercing alarm rings throughout the base. Panic widespread. One would have to comb through all of the commotion to hear himself thing. But soon enough everyone comes to their senses, protocol must be followed to ensure maximum safety and minimum casualty. Loud booms are heard as entire rooms filled with patients, doctors and scientists alike are ejected through the bottom of the floating base, making it safely to the surface. Soon enough none were at the base except for Xavier, the guards, the raining ehrom blossoms, the actual RAIN and... "I was going to ask the same question. Whatever did this dwarf" The guards are shocked to hear such a familiar voice, especially behind the guise of a black cloak. The oldest guard, the Captain, the one who hated the dwarf even more now. His cheeks were blazing red and tears were almost from his eyes. He regained his composure at the sound of a superior. "High Councilmen Halvedes sir! This dwarf, he's insane. Look what he's done to Aidan--- I mean Private Elaphastor! Stand back sir, I beg you! We must stop him at once!" The cloaked Halvedes lets forth a screeching cackle, almost inhuman. Terror begins to show through the eyes of the younger guards. Except the Captain, only rage shown from him. " Foolish Captain Whitten... This dwarf is acting out the will of the gods. And for you to stand in his way!?! You must be blasphemous yourself... and blasphemers.. DON'T DESERVE THEIR SOULS!" Halvedes grabs the man by the neck, revealing that he was hunched over under the cloak. This Halvedes was far taller than Xavier had remembered. Like wet paint his cloak began to drip off of him, revealing a tall, toned, clear skinned man with swirling energy coursing throughout his body. Captain Whitten fights his hardest to grasp some air from somewhere within the ether. But his end was nigh, the red energy was seeping through his skin and into Halvedes. The life was draining from his very body. His body quickly withered out until it was nothing but Dust. Even more energy now flowed through Halvedes' body. "Also that is the last time I will be addressed in that name. I am Void, nothing else!" Before the guards could even blink, they too were Dust, their energy now in Void. He let's out a laugh before turning to Xavier with a smile. "Now shall we get going my friend? Fate has much for us to accomplish..." Thanatos sees rooms being ejected out in the distance. Anger and worry, as if those were the only emotions he had ever felt in his life. "Yes Nexhawk, we need up there as fast as possible. As for the King's Men, when they get here tell them I want that base out of the sky NOW!"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 20	Posted - 2013.05.29 01:38:00 - [152] - Quote Thanatos had been wary of opening up to someone whom he didn't trust. It wasn't that he didn't trust the fiery lord, it was just that he feared that his neutrality may be a liability. But now was not the time. His curiosity was justified. Once again he spoke in that tone, not in his usual tone, the one of a proud and noble king, but one of an otherworldly being whose every word held immense weight. His face was, for that moment, devoid of worry, but of complete focus. "There is much you do not know of our current situation, what we have experienced within this past season. However this you must know. Do you recall when I mentioned the Direct Intervention? Fate has disrupted the Infinite Continua. Any possibility or event that could take place, has been interrupted. We have no way of knowing whether or not our own existence will continue the way it should. That book shouldn't have called to him, I know this because... even I have experienced its dark energies. This specific event requires a catalyst and I am almost certain of who or what that may be."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 20	Posted - 2013.05.29 02:49:00 - [153] - Quote Thanatos seemed to be reserving himself. He was expecting something, a fight perhaps? He made a slight glance at Nexhawk while pointing eastward to a group of buildings, the clinic. "It would be best if you take to the skies in case I need aerial...support. We may need the tactical advantage. Also I'm not sure if I mentioned this, but there is a slight chance that we may come face to face with a demigod... Hopefully knowing this doesn't affect your performance..."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 21	Posted - 2013.05.30 16:00:00 - [154] - Quote OOC: Well, I think this is a good time as any to take a break. I don't see what else we could do besides casually(or vigorously if you're Brutus) writing any side stories we have. There is to much happening now to work around his absence. That being said I DO have some surprises up my sleeve...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 21	Posted - 2013.06.05 22:59:00 - [155] - Quote OOC: I agree with Alixenus completely. Honestly I have been avoiding reading yours or Brutus posts so that way if our characters interact I can act more naturally and it won't influence my decisions. But after that ^^^ I couldn't resist.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 21	Posted - 2013.06.06 21:44:00 - [156] - Quote OOC: Go ahead, I don't mind at all.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 21	Posted - 2013.06.08 16:15:00 - [157] - Quote OOC: Sure here you go: Immediately after you left Xavier woke up from his beauty nap. His royal rudeness begins to rough up my friendly doctors who only wanted to help. So then my guards approach him. Then...BOOOM! Turns out he still has a lot of evil magicks from the Dark Arcanum. He grabs the youngest guard and proceeds to channel some bad mojo in his brain, killing him? Meanwhile it turns out that you were transported from the base on the supply rig, instead of the normal transport. Why you may ask? Because Vektor felt a presence approaching. A dark hooded man. Vektor, being weak and old, channels the last of his awesomeness to alkhemistry a bunch of freaking giant steel spears out of the walls. Unfortunately the hooded man, who is actually.......Halvedes Syncores, eats the spears with his hand. Then he uses the sample of ito that Vektor showed you to slowly disintegrate Vektor. He leaves across the facility to the medical bay, where Xavier is. There are alarms going off and every other staff member and patient has successfully exited the floating facility via ejecting rooms from the sky that float safely to the ground. Halvedes approaches the guards and removes his hood, revealing himself to be a tall clear-skinned man with energy flowing through his body. He calls himself Void and absorbs all the poor guards into him. He offers his hand to Xavier...(Xavier then went to a wedding or something) Meanwhile Nexhawk senses something is wrong with the book and suggests Xavier is the problem. Thanatos comes to a realization and orders his guards to bring the facility out of the sky. He and Nexhawk phoenix their way up there to stop whoever is up there and Alixenus has a plan that involves a river? TL;DR -Xavier gone crazy and is fryin' brains - Halvedes is a possible demigod - As we speak Vektor is being disintegrated - Thanatos and Nexhawk go to save the day -Alixenus calls upon the help of the RIVERS? - Conyr is using LSD?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 21	Posted - 2013.06.08 23:58:00 - [158] - Quote ...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 24	Posted - 2013.06.10 00:42:00 - [159] - Quote OOC: Hahaha! I was worried you may be dead, I decided just this once to take your place Halvedes smirks, looking down at the energy flowing through him. "Ah, but you do not understand. These men before you challenge Fate, she who is truth and good. But nay tis' not their fault. They are merely plagued by the corruption of the flesh. The Void frees them of this corruption. Look at the energy within me. Each individual strand is a life. I do not consume. I am their salvation, I cleanse them of their sins. They are not dead, but merely one with the Void, free of the harshness and cruelty of this physical world..." There was no sarcasm here, lunacy perhaps? No, couldn't be. Everyone believes that their goals are righteous, even Halvedes. By him gaining the power he desires he could lead others into the truth of FATE...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 27	Posted - 2013.06.12 02:50:00 - [160] - Quote OOC: Waiting for Xavier really...

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 27	Posted - 2013.06.21 03:41:00 - [161] - Quote OOC: Well, after hours of listening to Kingdom Hearts OST(in anticipation for KH3), Radioactive by Imagine Dragons(after the Sony E3 Press), and Sins of the Father(the original theme for MGSV), I have gained the inspiration to continue on!!! Thanatos sprints with inhuman speed towards the clinic hoping not to miss his chance. He was known to be a man of many talents, however may of which were unknown. His movements and climbing to maximize efficiency and speed made one thing clear, he had been trained to move like this. It was a Venezzian practice(parkour if you don't mind Alixenus). However the closer they drew towards their goal, the more heavy and strained his movements got. As if threads were attempting to yank him back like a wooden marionette. Pain, intolerable pain, but he had to tolerate it. After grunt and a shake of his head he began to regain his grace and speed. His heart grew heavy. Shame, sadness, disappointment... these were emotions that flooded his mind. For a moment they disappeared, became alien to him, but they too returned. ------- Void agreed with the dwarf. it was almost time to go.Almost. However he could not take his mind off of what he had heard. He chuckled and murmured to himself: "Soul is what makes you human, naive dwarf. Flesh?Hehe... merely the building block for organisms. All flesh comes from Dust. When one dies, does their flesh remains. Only the souls ascends to the heavens. To the living the flesh is but a memory of life, the soul is eternal..." Would one wish to live, to remember forever, or rather to be remembered for living...forever? What does one remember? Their presence or their existence? The being or the Dust?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 27	Posted - 2013.06.21 04:03:00 - [162] - Quote Franklin led the two to a tavern deep within the Slums. A worn wooden sign read: Edmond's...The finest pub and eatery in the district! No one could argue that. However this was the only one in the district. From the corner of his eye he noted the peculiar look on Brutus' face. Sara was unfazed, having grown up around the tavern. "I don't suppose you are in possession of a large amount of Diyadian currency, if at all." Brutus shakes his head. "No? Then this is where we dine." Brutus was surprised however to find such a large building. actually large enough for him to enter. It had been a courthouse originally. Everything was tall, white and pristine. How ironic that it now fed, and occasionally housed, Gran Arcadia's scum. As Franklin entered with Sara at his side, angry and threatening glares were tossed in their direction. The sight sight of a giant however, extinguished these looks immediately. Franklin reached for a sack out of his overcoat. One could hear the jangling of coin, that sweet sweet sound. Ordinarily he'd have to snatch it away from amateur thieves, but this was a special occasion. He ordered the three soup, as it was the cheapest in large quantities. For him and Brutus he ordered ale. Sara laughed as a sack of coins was exchanged for two bowls and a whole barrel for Brutus. She could here the owner mutter something along the lines of "... that barrel was a decoration... but he gave me so much money..." After an hour of conversation and learning about each other, the trio exited the tavern only to find themselves surrounded, by a rather large group of Briggs. This would be a problem. Not their numbers, which Brutus found to be no threat, but their weapons. Rifles, big rifles that screamed magick, this would be a problem...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 27	Posted - 2013.06.21 22:26:00 - [163] - Quote OOC: Don't worry I have something in mind. BTW I have no idea where everyone is..
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 27	Posted - 2013.06.22 06:11:00 - [164] - Quote Laughter, bellowing laughter from the burly guard at front. The whole squad soon followed in the laughter. His face was red and tears shot down his hot cheeks. After a whole minute he finally regained his composure. "Surrender? Take you to our king? Do you even have an idea where you are? You're in Gran Arcadia fool! There is no king here. In the name of the Dorado Syndicate, I, Captain Aidan Thessalis, hereby place you all under arrest. That girl is property of Count Verifaux and the Verifaux Family. She is to return to his manor so that he may do as he see fit. Franklin Bertrandium, for espionage, counterfeiting, smuggling, scamming, sabotage, and aiding criminal activities. You will face life in prison, till death do you part. Giant...thingperson... for mass destruction, assault on government workers and the guard, mass murder and inciting terror, you will face either death or exile. Of course exile is only the case if you survive the death penalty." With a wave of his hand a group of guards are summoned dragging with them a large wheeled cannon facing the giant's chest. "Take aim! Ready!" Time seems to slow as a guard begins to light the fuse. However the proceeding is interrupted when a guard begins slowly making his way to the front. "Fall back into formation officer, what do you think you're doing?" The guard with a middle aged face and red moustache continues calmly down the aisle of guards in front of the captain. Before the captain could speak, his breath was stolen. A shocked look plastered his face. He looked to the man in front of him, then back down toward his chest. He can see blood dripping. His throat had been slit. For a moment everyone is shocked. Still as statues. Except for the peculiar guard. He quickly from his waist tosses an object. It was the dagger used to kill the captain. With precision the dagger cleanly cuts through the hand of a guard lighting the fuse as well as the fuse itself. The quickly raise their rifles and begin to shoot at him, not quickly enough... The guard swiftly pulls out his rifle and fires, taking out three others. He rolls under their fire and approaches another, shoving his rifle into the man's stomach then firing, effectively killing him and the man behind him. He runs toward a tall stack of crates against a wall, pivoting his way passed gunfire and sabers aimed toward his throat. The men's rifles run out of ammunition quickly(the only drawback considering the reloading process is long and tedious) and they take to sabers. He climbs the crates and jumps toward the wall kicking off of it and spinning in the air. As he spins his garments begins to spin off revealing a light skinned young man wearing leather armor. Whilst in midair he drops several small pellets that burst into smoke, as he lands safely in the haze. A blinded guard manages to to strike him, but only grazing his cheeks as he flips backwards to evade the full blow. He counterattacks with a throwing knife through the neck. As the smoke clears he is struck from behind by a lucky guard. The blow to the shoulder causes him to lose his footing as well as his knifes. He finds himself flanked on three sides as another wave of guards approach from the front. From his side he grabs a shiny object. " Silver revolver eh?" mutters Franklin. With a single swift motion the man pivots in a circular motion. Shooting the guards at his sides and rear. Before he can concentrate on the foes in front of him he is met with another blow to the chest. He smirks, "How lucky, you missed the important parts." He shoves one final dagger into the man's heart before jumping back and pulling out the sword. He looks in Brutus' direction as the rest of the guards slowly approach him. He silently mouths the name, Sara... Everything gets fuzzy and his heart feels empty. He slowly lets the darkness overtake his vision... But suddenly the guards before him disappear followed by a loud boom. Brutus had thrown the large cannon, taking out the rest. He quickly jolts back into the realm of the living and walks towards the three. Franklin lets out a bellowing laugh. "I almost thought you were done for you no good bastard! Haha! Let me introduce you to our giant friend here, Brutus. As well Brutus let me introduce you to the Snake of Illusion."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 27	Posted - 2013.06.24 13:58:00 - [165] - Quote OOC: Brutus I've had this planned already. Think big conspiracy. Gran Arcadia is technically a city-state above Diyad. That has to change before things can get better.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 27	Posted - 2013.07.02 00:19:00 - [166] - Quote Errr I always hate doing this. ERadin everything until now is probably a requirement. Seeing as Sandromin hasn't caught up with his recaps. I already own the badlands in their entirety. However you are completely free to make your own landmass to inhabit.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 27	Posted - 2013.07.02 01:34:00 - [167] - Quote Thanks Nexhawk for not pointing out my awful typo...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 28	Posted - 2013.07.03 21:49:00 - [168] - Quote Void had caught Xavier's stare at the fiery lord. Void's eyes were empty of emotions, his clear skin was smooth and lacked the wear and wrinkles unique to human expressions. The only way you could tell what he was thinking, was by his menacing grin, wide and twisted. He looked to Xavier and answered him nonchalantly, "Yes, we should be going now.." He raised his hand hand and before them there was a shimmer in the air, one similar to the effect of magick cloaks of invisibility. Xavier looked to the shimmer with a puzzled expression. For it was not a shimmer, but a ripple in space. The stagnant energy of the space being torn was drawn into Void. The ripple opened up revealing a portal. Th effects of the ripple began to suck all of the furniture and equipment from the building including some of the walls leaving nothing but a large empty room. As they entered the unstable portal they completely disappeared, almost as if they never existed. It simply looked like a white stained glass. But then the white went pitch black. The black was illuminated by the stars and nebulae of space. In the distance was a throne seating an all too familiar goddess. He waved his arm toward the portal as to direct Xavier to enter. On the other side Fate beckoned him. His mind was far too gone now to resist even her weakest attempts at tempting him. He silently entered through the spatial doorway. As he walked towards Fate he felt absence, not Void, but of him. Void had not followed. He tried to lean his head out of the portal to call him, but to no avail. It felt like a thick wall of glass was prohibiting his exit. "No need to worry, they only work one way. If I recall correctly retrieving you was my primary task, I have one more thing to take care of don't I?" Fate nodded silently with a smile. Like a simple decoration he violently pushed the portal to the opposite side of the room. He looked towards Nexhawk. Nak'Sora doesn't take kindly to unexpected guess. Nexhawk caught his glance and maintained eye contact. As long as he was drawn to him only, they had the strategic advantage of a surprise attack. Thanatos had deduced his intentions and began to dart around the corner and scale the wall. Waiting for the PERFECT moment. Void screamed, "I said no guests!" He raised his hand and a large portion of the upper wall before him had ripped away an been sucked into him, fully revealing Nexhawk atop his phoenix. "I see, a pyromancer?" He laughed and took an aggressive stance. " Finally an opponent to truly test my power. He reached behind and a large orb of energy formed in his hand, he launched it in Nexhawk's direction.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 28	Posted - 2013.07.07 22:06:00 - [169] - Quote Void's grin, a devilish grin indeed. Oh how he grinned so wide and hungry. As large fiery fowl move in for an attack he quickly rolled ahead, straight into the lava. The phoenix pulled up from it's attack and positioned itself to swoop back down. Void emerged from the lava unharmed. In fact his transparent skin had a dark red tint similar to stained glass. Almost like a zombie he slumped up using his strength to straighten his back and lift his head. His smile did not break. "Is that all? It seems you'll also disappoint me." The lava began to flow up from the ground and formed two large swirling balls in his hands. He leaped upwards and darted downwards towards Nexhawk, throwing one of the balls towards him. Nexhawk quickly hops to the side and watches the lava harden into black rock as it hits the ground, the heat is absorbed into Void, who lands several metres behind. The second ball in his left hand begins to form around his arm. The lava hardens revealing a large simmering black sword growing from his arm. Without warning he dashes swiftly in Nexhawks direction, leaving him little time to react. As he draws close he swings his massive sword upwards towards Nexhawk's right shoulder... Meanwhile Thanatos surveys the battle. Observing possible weaknesses that Void may have. He seemed to have none. He was fast, strong, agile, he could absorb seemingly anything. What could possibly beat him......... ...Halvedes, he was Halvedes. Thanatos knows HIM. Aha! Halvedes was a pawn at least. Thanatos remembered that. He had lived and died in this world many times. That's exactly why he made Halvedes part of the council. He was greedy, he was intelligent, he couldn't drink a glass of port without falling over. Thanatos had planned for Halvedes to gain Xavier's trust, which he did. Once that happened he had easy access to Xavier and any plan that Fate had. Yet she had to go and intervene. How dangerous. Smart, but dangerous and too risky even for her. She must have been desperate. Halvedes was Thanatos' pawn all along. He had all of his actions planned... until now. Now Thanatos had nothing. Nothing... except that he KNOWS Halvedes. He also knows that Halvedes often purposefully reveals his own weakness, especially when he knows he'll win anyway. He likes to push his opponent to defeat him. When he doesn't, Halvedes ends him. This however only accounts for political situations, but it should also apply in combat. But the question still remains, what is his weakness? OOC: Fun Fact: That pawn thing is something I'd thought up back before the Assembly.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 30	Posted - 2013.07.08 22:53:00 - [170] - Quote Yeah I see. I have mentioned this before. I always make sure not to control others' characters, but in this case I was trying to push everything forward quickly as this thread has been running very slowly recently. I tried to make it as minor as possible, as not to make decisions for you. But seriously everyone: THIS ^^^^^^^

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 86	Posted - 2013.07.18 23:29:00 - [171] - Quote OOC: I'm back! I'd like to apologize for my extended absence. Void smirked and let the blazing cloud engulf him. However this did no kill him. Once more he would engulf everything around him. "This should be enough hehe..." Like a zombie he slumped himself up and gazed at Nexhawk. "Now my true task begins." The obsidian sword absorbed back within his body and was replaced by another blade. This one was black, almost like the vast heavens at night, filled only with the light of stars. This blade gave off an aura, one that seemed immensely powerful.. yet empty like a vacuum. He quickly dashed and Nexhawk's direction, launching a flurry of wide attacks. Nexhawk barely dodged them,he could feel the power with every swing. It seemed like ages until Void jumped back. (OOC: Hope you don't mind this, if you want I'll edit it.) "Now for the real show. You see the Void is emptiness, desolation. Too much of something or nothing damages the balance of all that surrounds us. Which is why we are given a choice. A perfect balance of the two, or just ONE. Even life works this way, so where there is nothing, I will make something. For what I consume, I will give back." He arches backwards and extends his arms outward. On the surface the very ground begins to shake. Alixenus could see the waves moving erratically off in the distance. Most of it was shrouded by a thick fog. Something seemed to rise from the ocean. He couldn't tell what it was until he heard a sound akin to thunder. Something red was firing from the sky. What was it? As it drew closer he recognized that shape. A large ball. Someone had fired a cannon. It was heading straight for the ship. Meanwhile from the fog emerged several large vessels that seemed to be severely damaged, yet they were still able to floating. Then the worst happened. A barrage of cannons from each ship fired, heading straight for the city of Karthage. On the base Void laughed maniacally as from the ground several humanoid figures emerged from the metal, there were about a hundred surrounding the two. Yet they didn't move. Void didn't seem to notice Nexhawk's reaction as he was busy cackling to the sky...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 86	Posted - 2013.07.21 06:03:00 - [172] - Quote OOC: Nexhawk, ding ding ding! You partially figured out his weakness. He cannot absorb physical attacks. There is a catch though... Thanatos felt something wrong. He couldn't place his finger on it. He wiped away the Dust from his eyes and realized that the base had been brought down, and a safe distance from Karthage.. However they were surrounded by fighting. Ships could be heard firing at a distance, their cargo unknown. But that wasn't all, he could sense something, something empty being filled as quickly as his thoughts lingered, lingered deep into annoyance. Something within him felt... frustrating, not right... But he had to concentrate, for he had noticed something about Void. As the attack connected with his midsection his eyes gave one brief moment of worry and uncertainty. His clear skin pulsated a bright orange at the point of impact. His entire body slid in place across the platform to the ledge. It took all the force in his body to stop himself in place. He jerked his neck upwards facing the sky. He let out an ear piercing screech that sounded neither human nor godly. The very ground shook and the sky seemed to open up for the coming storm. Then suddenly the entire grounded base began to vibrate. The metal walls and floors began to form protrusions. They grew and expanded until they were large masses of melted metal and human flesh. The masses began to take human form, and surrounded the entire base like a still army. Men made of metal and decomposed flesh, yet they didn't move. Some of the men resembled the bodies of the soldiers he had consumed earlier. Void's screeching had finally ended. The pain had resided for now. Although the blow was immensely powerful, his body was unscathed. He looked almost passionately into Nexhawk's eyes, which made him slightly uneasy. "You are SO much fun... I look forward to your inevitable consumption. Think you can fill the Void? Make me whole? Make me ONE? Why not join us? Nak'Sora regrets her actions against your people. Even now she has ensured your message has made it safely. Would you not like to restore your forgotten land? To bring your people to their former glory, to vanquish the your enemies? Look at my children. For what I consume I give back. Bodies, made of the corrupted flesh and matter I have consumed. Yet they are empty, so I must give them life. Give them souls. Souls freely roam the heavens like animals. But they are no animals, they are men. Men in their purest form. So from the heavens I shall pluck the wild men, and give them new flesh, to aid me. Come my children, my men, my soldiers. On cue small spherical entities begin to descend from the sky. They resemble a silver flame, ethereal and sentient. They are thrust into the bodies of the newly created army. One by one the hollow eyes of each abomination begin to glow an eerie red. They each turn to the ships in the distance and begin a slow march towards the Venezzian vessels. The loud roar of each footstep in unison alerts Alixenus to the oncoming threat. "Nexhawk, my child, faithful mortal! Observe my command of the souls, OH THE SOULS HOW THEY BEND TO MY WILL!" . OOC: I've been visiting my dad for a couple weeks now and that really limits my computer access. It's 2AM right now and I feel like I made a few mistakes in this post, but I'm so tired. On another note I would like your input all. I fear that either the quality of my writing has vastly decreased since starting this, or I'm just realizing that I suck at writing. It's been really bothering me lately. As I've seen everyone else's writing improve when you were already excellent before.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 86	Posted - 2013.07.21 06:44:00 - [173] - Quote Annoyance quickly became frustration, and anger even quicker. As Void spoke Thanatos struggled to control his anger. He didn't understand why. Why was he so angry. Was it because his nation was being attacked? No, he was sure he could protect them. Was it Halvedes betrayal? No, he had planned on it. Was it Fate's interference? Possibly, but that wasn't it. He felt he had a sense of duty, as if his very existence was being rejected, ignored, unrecognized, exploited. He had to keep himself restrained, he thought he had found a weakness, he only needed to find a way to exploit it. There's that word again, just thinking about it made him angrier. "...Observe my command of the souls, OH THE SOULS HOW THEY BEND TO MY WILL!" Hearing those words had just evolved anger into fury... His eyes began to glow and he instinctively drew his long katana, Ultimatum. Unlike the pure and righteous radiance of Sandromin's Aether, this emanated feelings darkness, death, and the end. With the aggressiveness of a hawk he leaped through the air towards Void, his blade emitting flames the color of his irises. As he launched toward Void he had that feeling again, the feeling not of a human, but of a father. The human interactions around him became foreign. His body seemed to move on its own, as well as his mouth. "Insignificant termite! Abomination of the heavens! You dare loose your worthless tongue to command MY domain? Anyone, even mere mortal children within a large proximity could feel the sudden spike of his aura. It seemed to tower above the Dust and challenge the gods. Nexhawk would be the only ally to witness this with his own eyes. For a brief moment ethereal pink wings at emerged from his back. Void was speechless. Was Nexhawk just toying with him the whole time? Did he have an ally just waiting to strike. Who was this man.... THANATOS... His hatred had focused on a single target, he lifted his forearm to take the blunt of the blow. This split second decision had just prevented Thanatos from impaling his head. The sword collided with his arm, generating sparks and a sound resembling thunder. Similar to the earlier attack, the impact caused his entire arm to pulsate with pain and his entire body slid violently off the edge of the base. Thanatos remained airborne using the force of his attack to remain above Void. As the two plummeted towards the ground, Thanatos followed up with a flurry of attacks, each barely being blocked. Small cuts began to form around Void's arms... "THANATOS! Your power almost surpasses my hatred, you and your friend WILL make me ONE!!!" Void begins to absorb the entire sword, but is surprised when nothing happens. They just remained locked, arm and sword, pushing against each other. Void tried even harder to absorb the blade but to no avail. As he tried, Thanatos' eyes began to bleed, and his hair began to lose color. Scars that had faded long ago began to reappear along his face and arms. They both shared that moment of simultaneous pain until they hit the ground...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 88	Posted - 2013.07.24 19:25:00 - [174] - Quote A feint voice echos from the thick miasma of procrastination. "I am..."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 89	Posted - 2013.07.24 22:10:00 - [175] - Quote OOC: I'll be posting within the next hour or so. Here's a quick note though. So you can prepare your response. -You were partially right about your reasoning for Void's defeat, the true reason will be revealed (dun dun duuunnn) - Your attack will land, but I don't think this is the last YOU'LL see of him. - Brutus, you aren't even in the meat of the conspiracy yet, it affects everyone else in some way. You'll learn more about the Snake of Illusion. -Alixenus, I admire your use of THE RIVVVEEERRRSSS Here's the big mysterious one: Thanatos' purpose as a character is almost up.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 89	Posted - 2013.07.24 23:00:00 - [176] - Quote ///OOC: Oh, ooh, can I then describe what the attack is going to bring? Please? //End of OOC\\ What do you have in mind? For the sake of sticking to the (established) lore, note that Nexhawk cannot at this time: - Kill him - Mortally wound him
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 89	Posted - 2013.07.24 23:22:00 - [177] - Quote Might as well describe it now, I'd like to easily flow into the aftermath.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 90	Posted - 2013.07.25 06:05:00 - [178] - Quote OOC: ... Well this will be good, I swear I've had this part in my head for a while, it's like you were reading my mind, and did exactly as I expected. I'm seriously staring to believe that I have multiple personalities, all just writing this story. Either that or there is some serious telepathy going on here. I refuse to believe we're just thinking alike... ... They had hit the ground, hard. Before Thanatos could attack again, he dropped Ultimatum and fell off of Void. His eyes grew heavy, the last thing he saw was Nexhawk descending upon them. The rest he could only hear. He could not move, he could not speak, he could not breathe. Void screamed out in pain, which only caused his golems to attack Alixenus' position more aggressively. True he did feel almost unbearable pain, true indeed. His face stayed twisted in pain, even as the storm opened up to the god. The power of Freedom, Sol'Krin. Will Sol'Krin's power be to your Void just like an unending river flowing into a bottomless pit? Or will the everlasting liquid eventually fill this vessel...to the top? "Or will the everlasting liquid fill this vessel... to the top?" Void repeated. His pained face without effort became a twisted grin, ignoring the lightning and pain. " Your arrogance, your naivete, delicious!! SO delicious! Vessel? Is that what you think of me? Mortals with their black and white way of thinking. You assume I am an abomination, a monster, an experiment? I am Void, I am a New God. The road map to perfection!" The lightning ceases. Void slams his palm into Nexhawk's neck and lifts him off of the ground. For a moment Nexhawk's entire body goes limp, he can not move a muscle. Do you know what I just did? I just stopped the electrical impulses traveling through most of your nerve endings. But I won't consume you yet. I want you to mature, to grow, to become strong enough to kill without the help of your savior. When that happens, your essence will be that much sweeter..." A shadow of a perfectly sculpted woman appears behind Void. He drops Nexhawk, to the ground, as he slowly begins to regain control of his muscles. Void begins speaking to the shadow woman, who's voice sounds like several whispers in unison. "Is it done?" "Yes, just as foolish as you described, he's given me all that I need to continue your plan, and then some." "Excellent, but what of Thanatos, I've specifically asked you to KILL HIM! " I realize that. I will now do so with pleasure. The only thing standing ensuring your defeat as well as the Elder Gods', will be gone." "My defeat?... ... ... Never mind! He is NO threat to me, just a worthless corpse of a mortal. Death would be too good for him! Do as I say, return immediately." "As you wish master, although my hatred for inclines me to disobey, I am no fool." Just like before a rift behind him opens up revealing a portal, with Xavier and Fate herself on the other side. With one last twisted smile, the most evil and almost demonic one, Void paces backwards into the portal disappearing inside it. Fate gets up from her throne and approaches the portal with all of her beauty. Without exiting she speaks to Nexhawk through the spatial window. "I was going to give you one last offer, however with the look in your eyes I see you've already refused. Fair enough, mark my words though. Your people will suffer once more, this time because of your choice. Don't believe me? Why not ask... Thanatos what happens when a king refuses me, or has he not told you the truth yet? No matter, when he wakes, tell him this: It is only inevitable..." With that the portal shatters into glass disappearing as if it had never existed. Meanwhile the attack on Diyad rages on...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 90	Posted - 2013.07.26 03:35:00 - [179] - Quote And Nexhawk left the unconscious Thanatos to perish, the end...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 91	Posted - 2013.07.27 03:10:00 - [180] - Quote OOC: Wooh, back in business now. I'm back home and have my wonderful pc to myself on a large HDTV... Posting should in theory become more frequent on my end. Just note that there will be another similar period next month also. BTW am I the only one excited for the next 5 months? I realized that December would be this thread's Year One Anniversary. I should start writing something special for the occasion.

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 91	Posted - 2013.07.27 03:42:00 - [181] - Quote OOC: It's a obvious that Sandy, like many all-powerful beings, requires a long period of rest in between his miraculous deeds, known to us mortals as posts.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 91	Posted - 2013.07.29 01:31:00 - [182] - Quote OOC: * A desperate hand claws its way from the shadowy abyss that is procrastination and reaches for the keyboard at his desk...* For a moment Thanatos could only barely feel the vibrations in the ground. He tried desperately to pull himself back into consciousness, yet the harder he tried the more it slipped away. The last thing he felt was his body being pulled from the ground. Blackness, blackness and silence. Only blackness and silence. But wait, there was something else. A small light... and then another, and another then billions more. All illuminating their own corners of the ether. They were stars. Deep within the cosmos was an entity sitting upon a throne, floating without direction. It was the Reaper, with his cold steel mask. Surrounded by a plethora of floating ethereal orbs, souls. Not the silver ones seen now. These were multiple different colors, like a vast rainbow. All crowding the Reaper in the throne, speaking to him, confiding to him, asking him questions. Like a loving father he listened and responded, but in a language a mortal could never comprehend. Cut to blackness once more... Then once again brought back to the Reaper, this time with the souls floating across the infinite space like an endless river. Next to him was a young girl, or at least what appeared to be. In actuality what seemed to be a 14 year old girl was now several thousand years old. She stared curiously at the glowing light that shone through the eyes of his mask, while he gazed out into the cosmos. She had asked him a question, and he answered in a perplexed tone. "What do you think of me?" "What would you mean by that?" "You know! Your opinion of me?" "... I think you do excellent work in guiding mortals along their path. Leading them to through their lives, to me. Although there is know doubt that they still fear and despise me, it... pleases me to know that such a young goddess is capable of achieving so much in such a sort time. You've brought about some of the finest artisans, scientists, nations and heroes that I've seen in my long existence. Time is definitely dealing with a talented individual. So I guess you could say I'm... impressed by you. Does that answer your question" "...Not really, I guess maybe a little. You did say I impress you." The Reaper chuckled. That damn blackness again... Where on Dustia am I right now? Meanwhile within the Palace of Stars the Elder God Fate sits on her throne. Looking down upon the New God, Void. "Are you sure that you did as I asked?" "Of course M'Lady, as we speak my golems are battling for Kathage. If they push hard enough they might cause some real damage." "What of the pyromancer?" "Everything went accordingly. He fell for every trap I devised. I've baited fools with words before, but never in brutal combat. That feeling, that energy was so... so refreshing. However there were some unexpected occureences." "Unexpected?" "Yes, it would seem that the worthless king, whose name I shant utter, has accessed some hidden power." "You are wise not to speak his name... About this power, this rids me of any doubt I've had before, he's tempered his soul. So has Sandromin, by way of Freedom. This means they can slay gods now..." "Interesting that you mentioned that name. The other odd thing that happened was something that the pyromancer did. He seemed to summon the power of a particular god, one that I was told you disposed of." "Impossible! I cast Freedom into the Oblivion. He IS gone! Unless... somehow he's left part of himself with the pyromancer." "My apologies in advance, but isn't this the second time you've done something like this? Haven't they all come back in some form. Perhaps the Oblivion doesn't eliminate gods, like you once believed. I mean first it was De---" "ENOUGH! I WILL NOT SAY THIS AGAIN! YOU WILL NOT QUESTION ME! YOU WILL NOT DOUBT ME, AND YOU WILL NOT MENTION THEM!" "My apologies again. I shall make sure to know my place, now and forever. Let me ease your anger with more good news. Not only did I absorb the powers of Nexhawk, but also the bolt from Freedom. I have far more power then we'd hoped." Fate let's out an impish smile "That does ease my anger actually. This means you could use Freedom's power to match any other Godslayers that may exist. And with Nexhawk's scorching power like I'd planned you can still---" "Upset the sun and erase Dustia?... Indeed." OOC: I swear Brutus, my next post will be for you. I super duper promise. Especially since Thanatos is napping right now.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 91	Posted - 2013.07.29 04:05:00 - [183] - Quote OOC:I noticed that this story was lacking a true challenge soevil grin... I supplied it. Muahahahahahahahaha P.S. This doesn't count as the next post, I swear.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 95	Posted - 2013.08.05 17:38:00 - [184] - Quote OOC: This also feels like my fault, seeing as I did have a way to beat the golems. I was waiting to post while I think about where the Brutus-Gran Arcadia arc was going. Guess I'll edit that part in later. Just don't do anything else.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 95	Posted - 2013.08.07 17:54:00 - [185] - Quote OOC: All right let's all slow down. I am really regretting my laziness now :(. There are actually two ways to defeat the golems ,one being with alkhemistry, and the other with water cannons as Brutus suggested. Also is Kaltedes supposed to be an Alkhemist? If so, actually lighting the iyo as an explosive was an amateur idea. It would do more harm than good in the end. But no matter. I'm actually going to start typing up a response after this.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 95	Posted - 2013.08.07 19:03:00 - [186] - Quote OOC: I see this started a new page, don't forget to read my last post on the previous one. Blackness. Still blackness. Just when he thought he could feel his consciousness return, a heavy sleep consumed his mind. Once again he was floating in the blackness of the heavens, surrounded by the beautiful stars, nebulae, and debris. One thing was more beautiful than all that. This was the endless river of orbs. He recalled them being called The Sea of Souls. However this time there was no Reaper, only Thanatos. The colorful souls began to light up by his appearance. Tonnes had exited their formation along the path and danced around him, floating with child-like glee. He could faintly here what sounded like a sonata. The music was like heaven to the ears. It was cheery and inspired life into his very being. He was almost content with staying in this place forever, but then the music changed. It became violent and sinister ripping apart his insides with failure and anguish. He could feel the satisfaction of his enemies gloating in front of him. The souls around him grew frightened, and lost their will. They each fell back into the celestial river and the color drained from them. As he reached out to them, a blinding light overtook his eyes. The stars that had flooded the space had exploded in all around him, and the blinding light tore the skin from his body. Left was nothing but a pink flame, in the midst of eternal darkness. "Is this the fate that awaits us all? No gods, no light, no life? Only me? Alone?" Off in the distance there was a faint light. It was a bright blue. He floated in its direction for what seemed like ages. When he could finally make out what it was, he instantly recognized. It was a soul, frantically moving in different directions. It seemed lost, like it ha no where to go. It too was alone with him. Then Thanatos spoke out to the soul. "Are you lost?" "..." "Do you need help?" "..." "Wait you're not supposed to be here, why are you here? ... Alixenus?" The Snake of Illusion was badly injured, but his wounds had already begun healing. He still needed help, and the local clinics would turn him in immediately. So Sara and Franklin led Brutus deeper into the Slums, he Snake on his back, until they had reached a large door, taller than Brutus. There seemed to be no way of opening it. But Franklin began hugging the while pacing towards the left. "It should be somewhere... ah here it is! The invisible barrier. We need to find him help, and we'll only be able to find it here." Franklin had slipped straight through the wall as if it had not existed. He reached out his hand to beckon the two in. As Brutus entered he could immediately see the clouds below them. This was the Underbelly of the floating city. In the distance was a large dim red light, meant to act as artificial sunlight, for its poor residents. The people here lived independently of Gran Arcadia, they were even more poor than the Slums inhabitants. Instead of roads they had dangerous metal bridges and scaffolding. Hanging ever so weakly above the clouds. There were small shanty huts instead of houses, save for the larger metal facilities. People died here every day, from either falling, or the black sickness. An unknown plague that rendered the entire body weak and frail. It mostly affected certain people, the virus was random, and none knew when they'd fall prey to it. Franklin led the two across a large metal bridge that was much stronger than the other fortunately. They finally arrived at one of the larger facilities. Franklin approached the door which had a closed shutter. He knocked and after a few moments. The shutter opened and two eyes appeared staring menacingly into his. HIs voice was deep and almost scary. "What brings you here, Ratt of Information? Come with news that will aid the Resistance?" "Not exactly." "Then what is it?" "Well we are in trouble and need your help. You see we have Sara and a giant, also--" "Sara? Giant? Who sent you here? Have you betrayed us, there is no reason for her to be here." Sara left Brutus' side and walked up to the door, the shutter was too high above her head but she spoke anyway. "But I am here!" "Listen you must let us in! Not only is Sara here, but the First Son is too! He is injured." "He is you say? Fine come in." Behind the door was a long cranking sound and the entire wall in front of them, opened up. The door they had seen was merely a misdirection. Inside was a small army of men dressed in crimson armor clad in weapons. There were different sections and one seemed to be a clinic of some sort. Brutus handed the Snake to nearby attendees. They urged Sara to follow them, and she did. They both walked into a room. The man behind the door had revealed himself, he was also dressed in crimson armor, his skin was a dark brown and his hair was in a braided ponytail. His tone was more friendly this time. "Now Franklin, care to explain to me what's going on, and why we have a giant in our compound?"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 95	Posted - 2013.08.07 20:57:00 - [187] - Quote Sandromin Hes wrote: Thanatos 716 wrote: OOC: All right let's all slow down. I am really regretting my laziness now :(. There are actually two ways to defeat the golems ,one being with alkhemistry, and the other with water cannons as Brutus suggested. Also is Kaltedes supposed to be an Alkhemist? If so, actually lighting the iyo as an explosive was an amateur idea. It would do more harm than good in the end. But no matter. I'm actually going to start typing up a response after this. I recommended the water... Oops. Sorry bout that oh great and powerful lord Sandy. Conqueror of 11 Dimensions and Threadnought ruler. I shall edit appropriately.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 97	Posted - 2013.08.09 20:10:00 - [188] - Quote Golems, and sadly no :(
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.08.11 19:39:00 - [189] - Quote OOC: You know I have already revealed Void's weakness? That's okay :D always need a plan B! P.S.: Brutus you're doing just as well as you always have.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.08.11 23:02:00 - [190] - Quote OOC: Not referring to the physical blows. Look deeper.

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.08.12 20:38:00 - [191] - Quote OOC: Wow, I never realized there was such a strong Venezzian influence in the capital of Diyad. It's great to have so many writers to flesh out the elements that we each introduce. This post is best read while listening to the first 5 minutes of Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata, my inspiration for these past two posts. Blackness. Still blackness... How long had it been? It didn't really mater did it? He was alone in the dark space. Waiting to see what vision would appear next. Once more he was but a flame in the darkness. However this time he was not alone. Another flame was before him. IT had no distinct color. It seemed to be ageless, yet it was tired. "I knew you would return one day." "I don't understand what this is. What happened? Where did Alixenus go?" "He is in the realm of the living once more. Did you not know? Could you not feel it?" "I just don't understand. What does this all mean? Why am I here right now? My kingdom is being attacked by... by HER..." "The wicked Fate. I know. Even now she schemes to wipe out the Trinity, and prevent the flame from finding what he seeks." "Who... are you?" "I'm no one. Not anymore. I'm just a tool now. To help her with her deeds. Trapped in a forsaken clock. I've been waiting so long for you. To free me. I've sought you through the several cycles of this world. I wish to join One, and you are my only means to." "I still don't understand, who am I to be so important?" "Do you still not know? You've named yourself a force as definite as Death. Do you think this is merely a title? Do you not remember who you were before you lived? WHO ARE YOU? You are a part of this epic play. You must guide the protagonists to their TRUE FATE." "Protagonists, you mean Sandromin, Alixenus, Brutus?" "Yes. However they are not the only ones. There are others. Ones you have not met. I know who they are. The last of his kind, who seeks his purpose in this world. The brave one, with an enchanted item. The children of the lost blood, and the unmet queen. So many parts to play, so man roles that must be filled. That is your purpose, cast these roles and set the play in motion. Lead the characters to the climax. You must prepare the HEROES and return to your once and future throne." "But... but how will I do this? How do I regain this power, these memories?" "You must go on this expedition. Follow the others on Sandromin's trek. Through this path, all will come to you. When that happens you may give to them... I'm afraid I must not stay much longer. I do not have the power to exist here any longer. Now I will be but a husk. Merely a tool... Goodbye, my friend. When you succeed shall we meet, in a new life, in a new world." "..." The flame disappeared and left Thanatos alone. This was his last vision. His body would lay still and lifeless...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.08.12 22:32:00 - [192] - Quote OOC: I'm assuming at this point no one is really going to be joining the game anymore. You would have to be extremely interested/invested in the story to read over 70 pages of this. This would get boring if our nations were the only ones in the entire world. Or if our main characters were the only ones that did things.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.08.13 05:49:00 - [193] - Quote The dark skinned man looked at Franklin with outright confusion. He had light brown eyes, and dark hair. He wasn't very young, neither very old. Perhaps in his early forties. He was large and muscular. He also had a deep scar across the front of his exposed neck. His crimson armor was not like the others. It had several gold components. The torso was thin and he had one larger shoulder piece. He didn't have an armet(type of helmet) like the other soldiers, which Sara believed made them look like birds. The armor seemed to share qualities of several different designs. It wasn't as elegant or intricate like Diyadian armors, but it wasn't heavy or simplistic like others. He spoke with a deep voice that was both confident and commanding. He had the air of a natural leader. "Mind explaining this whole thing to me Ratt?" "Of course Marco, of course. But where do I begin is the true question. I was out gathering information on the Octophanta, and all I could hear was the charging of guards and a large rumbling sound. Before I even knew it Brutus had knocked me over after jumping from a building. Even more peculiar was that he had Sara. Apparently he knows King Thanatos personally, as well as high ranking officials from other surface nations." "Are you serious!?! The first giant any one from this land has seen in centuries, and he has such strong political ties. Does he lead a nation of giants? " I don't think so." " If he knows the King maybe he can get him to help us." "I'm afraid not, that trouble with the Briggs has put the city on lockdown. No more transports." "Darn! He says he wants to help us though, maybe he can. With a giant on our sides the tide may have turned. This doesn't explain why Sara is here though." "Yes yes Sara. It seems that she snuck on a transport to get here. She must have been looking for her brother. Like I predicted he found us instead. Now we're here. Narrett's injuries aren't too bad are they." "From what I've seen he's lost a bit of blood. Shouldn't be too bad though. If we're lucky he'll be up before the sun sets." A man comes up and whispers into Marco's ear. Marco looks slightly alarmed but not troubled. "I have to go. you and the giant can help yourselves to any food or drinks we have at the bar over there." OOC: There is going to be a timeskip. So if there are any questions you may have for Franklin or other various interactions with soldiers, please do so.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.08.13 17:31:00 - [194] - Quote OOC: Of course. I meant timeskip for Gran Arcadia.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.08.13 21:59:00 - [195] - Quote OOC:I second Nexhawk's #1. ...Also I forgot to add earlier. I think we should all take the time to give a more detailed description about our nations and there cultures. I say this because I realized there have been inconsistencies between the ways I describe Diyadian armor. I wanted the resistance guys to have armor similar to Diyadian armor, then I realized I've described their armor being gold, light, heavy, white, helmet, no helmets. So I think we should all organize this information similar to the original nation setup we were using. This way we each have something to work off of instead of making things up as you go along. Including things such as: Nation Colors: National Animal(what it represents): Flag Description: Standard Weapons: Armor worn (including different military types like guards and King's Men) National Tree: Values(such as Athens-education and Sparta-military): Notable Laws/Rights (like gay marriage, or women can't vote): Notable Attractions/Landmarks: Common Religion/Practices: So what do you guys think? Any more to add?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.08.28 01:28:00 - [196] - Quote OOC: Okay so I apologize for my recent absence. If you recall I mentioned before that I'd be away for another two weeks. I'll be going back home in three days. Until then I'll try my best to post as much as possible. Also don't worry Alixenus, the Alkhemists can heal you very easily. If I'm able to post later I'll have this done. If not feel free to add your own scientific mumbo jumbo that sounds like Alkhemy.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.08.30 03:00:00 - [197] - Quote I know that feeling Brutus, I know it far too well.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.09.01 13:44:00 - [198] - Quote OOC: Okay I am officially settled in back at home. Having just pulled an all nighter I am very VERY tired. However once again I have found some new music to keep me focused and to channel new ideas. I see everyone is anxious to go on this expedition. I just need Thanatos' last dream sequence thing, then he can wake up, I'll officially heal Alixenus and the golems are being dispatched by CAPABLE Alkhemists as we speak...err type! As for Brutus. I'll try to make bigger posts as to get you out of Gran Arcadia as fast as possible. I can't just skip it now. It now plays a large role in future (mysterious? shocking?) events. So without further ado here is the status of Thanatos: Blackness still blackness. Why do we feel like we've been here before. But there was no image to follow. No Alixenus, no Time, no Free, no little girl. The silence was cold and ached our very spine. The blackness, despite it's own bland nature, overwhelmed our senses. Whether or not these sensations were pleasant was a mystery. How could something be inviting yet so uninviting? Perhaps we'd rather have it be uninviting, for we felt an intruder enter our spatial nothingness. Such an unwelcomed guest. This devil disguising herself as a goddess? Taking advantage of our state of weakness. We felt her intentions, and we expected the words that would leave her mouth. This was OUR realm after all, right? She approached with such a victorious smile. Here to taunt us. "The dead is dying?" "Silence witch" "Oh you, poor poor King? I thought you were ready, paving your pawns toward my side of the board. Teaching them the ways to kill us humble gods. Have you failed already? Can you feel it. I play no hand in your actions any longer, you've rejected yourself. Does it sting? Does it hurt your very soul? Do you wish to die, for everyone to die?" "..." "It's okay, I know your answer. You failed to save them, as expected. But you have proven to me time and time again that you don't always do as I expect. You know there are alternatives. Alternatives you can't ignore..." "..." " You could join me, join me in my Palace in the Stars. Be at my side as MY king, MY lord, My master. Your friends, your world could be saved. WE don't need to kill them. WE have a way to keep the mortals in blissful ignorance. Dustia will forever see peace. That is what you want is it not? All you'd have to do was be mine, and I shall be yours. I... love you." "...No...no..." Her face, full of beauty and childlike innocence was now stained red and filled with tears and dark intentions. "STILL!?! EVEN NOW!?! WHY IS IT THAT YOU CANNOT ACCEPT ME TO THIS DAY? CAN YOU NOT MAKE YOUR MIND, I'M GIVING YOU ANOTHER CHANCE! TO SAVE YOUR FRIENDS, YOUR PEOPLE! DO YOU NOT WANT THAT? "I do, but not this way" "I AM A GODDESS, MORTALS AND GODS ALIKE WOULD SELL THEIR EXISTENCE TO HAVE WHY NOT YOU?....... It's still her isn't it? Still her? Still that *****! EVEN IN DEATH SHE STILL BESTS ME. A SIMPLE MORTAL? A SIMPLE MAGE?" "...Do NOT speak of her that way... I... could never love you the way you wish me to..." As he finished his sentencem his eyes seemed to lose their color. The rage in her expression was more refined, yet her voice did not grow louder, but it could be heard in the sharpness of her words. "You... I thought I'd never hear those words again... Mr. Reaper... Even now you still haunt me. Surfacing from that disgusting pit of a mortal. Teehee. How does this sound Mr. Reaper. We are creating New Gods, born artificially by OUR design. I wasn't lying before? The world will not have to be wiped out again after this final purge. With the New Gods in place and Freedom gone, mortals will never advance far enough to discover their true potential. For the rest of their days they will worship in fear of All Gods. The Sea of Souls shall provide limitless resources for this goal" Our colorless eyes lit aflame brighter than the had ever. But which one of us spoke, was it him or me? Must have been him, right? " You dare! You DARE! Upset the balance of the Heavens, deface the name of the Spire further? Damn these souls to a destination worse than The Oblivion!?! "I knew it, I knew. You've always cared about THE SOULS, THE BALANCE, THE DUST more than your friends. More than Time, or Freedom, or even me? Were truly not important to you? Are you really just One's lapdog?" "Enough of this Fate, end this now. Your time was long ago. Accept your incoming end." "I do NOT want to die..." She muttered. Our eyes began to cool down to their normal hue, I suppose it is my time to speak. "... What was that. Fate answer me! What was that!" Realizing she had the upper hand her expression changed to something a child would make, one feigning innocence, and ignorance. She was being coy, speak in a coy and interrogative tone. "You call yourself Death personified. Yet you know not what that means to you? Do you not remember it's definition? Poor king. My lovely precious darling. You have so much pain, so much regret, so much lost. I so wish I could embrace you, tell you everything would be okay." She begins to fade away from his mind, fixed expression staring straight into his pink irises. "Until we meet again, Lionus.... Noxas III..." "...Begone..." But it was too late, she had left us... Thanatos immediately woke up, standing abruptly to look around. All he could make out was smoke and the battle of the golems. Their numbers were dwindling and they had not made it too far into Karthage, yet there was still much damage, several lives lost. He couldn't make out what emotion he felt. Instead he turned his attention to a figure, and called out to it in a low whisper. "Nexhawk?"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.09.01 13:45:00 - [199] - Quote OOC: Whew! That made me cringe a little. Very awkward to write semi intimate moments. However it was chock full of detail. More of Thanatos' past, and his relationship to Fate revealed?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 99	Posted - 2013.09.01 23:20:00 - [200] - Quote Thanatos simply nodded. Nothing more than near silent whispers could escape his mouth. He followed Nexhawk as he escorted him to one of the two phoenixes. As they finally landed Thanatos noticed a large tent surrounded by Venezzians. This was no doubt where Alixenus was. After much struggle the two were able to push their way through the large crowd into the tent. He was surrounded by containers full of iyo, and three Alkhemists treating to his burns. He decided to express the eldest one, who was likely most experienced. Even being the eldest he was still fairly young, possibly late twenties. "How is he doing" "Oh, it's you your highness! Well... we've managed to completely heal his body from the burns. The gentleman beside you has probably informed you how this happened." "Yes, he has. This is what troubles me. Who is it that would allow him to do such a thing. That is extremely reckless and could have wiped out a large portion of Karthage. Even the most novice of Alkhemi-- hell even children would know better. There is no way Alixenus could set off an explosion without using Alkhemy himself. So that begs the question, who is responsible for this action?" "That's the thing sire. Every Alkhemist in Karthage and around the near eastern coast have been accounted for. Casualties and injuries have been added to the official registry surprisingly fast. What I'm saying is, who ever did this, was not a citizen of Diyad." "Damn..." "We have even more troubling news. Due to the explosion Alixenus... has been afflicted with severe iyonic radiation. We've been able to suppress it for now with this." The doctor points to a medallion around Alixenus' neck made of adamantium, in the shape of a Voe(a winged fox that stands as Diyad's national animal, more on that soon). "For now the medallion will continue to draw away the iyo towards the front of his chest. This will prevent it from attacking his body. So he shouldn't suffer from any of the symptoms of the Old Days. However, as you know, this medallion is extremely difficult to forge, and it decays very very quickly. Once it does... you know... the iyo will attack his nervous system, leaving his body frail and useless. Then it will deconstruct his flesh, and he will die." "...How long does he have" "I'd say probably around 90 days sire." "Only 90? Fine. We'll figure out a way to cure him. Where is Vektor, I must ask how the cure is coming along. He was making great strides last I checked. I must also speak about more personal matters." "...Sire... we found this at the wreckage of the research facility" The doctor hands him what remained of Vektor's ceremonial robes, they were covered in Dust that reeked of scorched flesh. Thanatos' eyes grew wide. For what seemed like ages he was emotionless and still. Finally he spoke. " I see. Why is Alixenus still in bed?" "Sire we haven't been able to fully wake him. We have no idea what the problem is." Thanatos looked slightly annoyed as he slowly walked forward, leaning over Alixenus' body looking directly into his closed eyes. His own were glowing pink, like they often did. He whispered directly to the seemingly lifeless body. "Get up Sir Hero. We both know well you're not dead, so let's stop being a stubborn prat aye? From the very day we met you've acted stubborn and reckless. Attacked me without proper warning. Insulted me in my own throne. Stormed away without asking for help in defeating the undead. You never stopped to think, to plan ahead of time. You simply act immediately, taking advantage of the now, only assessing the current situation without hesitation or the hint of regret. Damn, you remind me too much of myself. Always the Hero huh? Hahaha, had this been a couple centuries ago during the last era, I'd be right here beside you, having blown myself up as a martyr, to save a people who weren't even my own. But you know what? You may throw yourself into danger, but you don't truly wish to die. No you're far to stubborn to give in aren't you friend? You'll keep on fighting until there's nothing left. So come on get up, I own this bed and the soil it stands on, and I don't think you wish to be executed for disobeying the King." Thanatos let's out a sincere chuckle and stands back upright.

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 100	Posted - 2013.09.04 15:36:00 - [201] - Quote OOC: Alright Alixenus, get your ass up. We're waiting...
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 100	Posted - 2013.09.04 22:31:00 - [202] - Quote Not that it isn't news, but when something goes wrong, who is the usual suspect?
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 101	Posted - 2013.09.05 20:16:00 - [203] - Quote OOC: Lol yeah let me clarify. Thanatos would assume it's Fate. As far as he knows, no one else(besides maybe the giants) should know Alkhemy. That's the only reason he didn't say anything. Plus it seemed like no one else was here besides us so I was just waiting for Alixenus' response before having Thanatos do anything else. Also I'm a little lazy.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 101	Posted - 2013.09.05 20:27:00 - [204] - Quote Thanatos 716 wrote: Blackness still blackness. Why do we feel like we've been here before. But there was no image to follow. No Alixenus, no Time, no Free, no little girl. The silence was cold and ached our very spine. The blackness, despite it's own bland nature, overwhelmed our senses. Whether or not these sensations were pleasant was a mystery. How could something be inviting yet so uninviting? Perhaps we'd rather have it be uninviting, for we felt an intruder enter our spatial nothingness. Such an unwelcomed guest. This devil disguising herself as a goddess? Taking advantage of our state of weakness. We felt her intentions, and we expected the words that would leave her mouth. This was OUR realm after all, right? She approached with such a victorious smile. Here to taunt us. "The dead is dying?" "Silence witch" "Oh you, poor poor King? I thought you were ready, paving your pawns toward my side of the board. Teaching them the ways to kill us humble gods. Have you failed already? Can you feel it. I play no hand in your actions any longer, you've rejected yourself. Does it sting? Does it hurt your very soul? Do you wish to die, for everyone to die?" "..." "It's okay, I know your answer. You failed to save them, as expected. But you have proven to me time and time again that you don't always do as I expect. You know there are alternatives. Alternatives you can't ignore..." "..." " You could join me, join me in my Palace in the Stars. Be at my side as MY king, MY lord, My master. Your friends, your world could be saved. WE don't need to kill them. WE have a way to keep the mortals in blissful ignorance. Dustia will forever see peace. That is what you want is it not? All you'd have to do was be mine, and I shall be yours. I... love you." "...No...no..." Her face, full of beauty and childlike innocence was now stained red and filled with tears and dark intentions. "STILL!?! EVEN NOW!?! WHY IS IT THAT YOU CANNOT ACCEPT ME TO THIS DAY? CAN YOU NOT MAKE YOUR MIND, I'M GIVING YOU ANOTHER CHANCE! TO SAVE YOUR FRIENDS, YOUR PEOPLE! DO YOU NOT WANT THAT? "I do, but not this way" "I AM A GODDESS, MORTALS AND GODS ALIKE WOULD SELL THEIR EXISTENCE TO HAVE WHY NOT YOU?....... It's still her isn't it? Still her? Still that *****! EVEN IN DEATH SHE STILL BESTS ME. A SIMPLE MORTAL? A SIMPLE MAGE?" "...Do NOT speak of her that way... I... could never love you the way you wish me to..." As he finished his sentencem his eyes seemed to lose their color. The rage in her expression was more refined, yet her voice did not grow louder, but it could be heard in the sharpness of her words. "You... I thought I'd never hear those words again... Mr. Reaper... Even now you still haunt me. Surfacing from that disgusting pit of a mortal. Teehee. How does this sound Mr. Reaper. We are creating New Gods, born artificially by OUR design. I wasn't lying before? The world will not have to be wiped out again after this final purge. With the New Gods in place and Freedom gone, mortals will never advance far enough to discover their true potential. For the rest of their days they will worship in fear of All Gods. The Sea of Souls shall provide limitless resources for this goal" Our colorless eyes lit aflame brighter than the had ever. But which one of us spoke, was it him or me? Must have been him, right? " You dare! You DARE! Upset the balance of the Heavens, deface the name of the Spire further? Damn these souls to a destination worse than The Oblivion!?! "I knew it, I knew. You've always cared about THE SOULS, THE BALANCE, THE DUST more than your friends. More than Time, or Freedom, or even me? Were truly not important to you? Are you really just One's lapdog?" "Enough of this Fate, end this now. Your time was long ago. Accept your incoming end." "I do NOT want to die..." She muttered. Our eyes began to cool down to their normal hue, I suppose it is my time to speak. "... What was that. Fate answer me! What was that!" Realizing she had the upper hand her expression changed to something a child would make, one feigning innocence, and ignorance. She was being coy, speak in a coy and interrogative tone. "You call yourself Death personified. Yet you know not what that means to you? Do you not remember it's definition? Poor king. My lovely precious darling. You have so much pain, so much regret, so much lost. I so wish I could embrace you, tell you everything would be okay." She begins to fade away from his mind, fixed expression staring straight into his pink irises. "Until we meet again, Lionus.... Noxas III..." "...Begone..." But it was too late, she had left us... I don't know why, but this is the only thing I've written that I'm actually proud of. It was so uncomfortable writing, but I actually thought it was good.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 115	Posted - 2013.09.07 01:16:00 - [205] - Quote OOC: I told you in the beginning, that radiation ain't no joke! Honestly I almost forgot about it until you went ahead and blew yourself up. Thanatos grinned. "Ah, so that WAS an ambush. Maybe I stand corrected, at least on this occasion. Truthfully I haven't been awake much longer than you. I'm guessing we saw each other huh?" Thanatos is interrupted by a roar of applause and awe outside of the tent. There was a little anxiety which was masked by his relieved smile. He paced toward the opening and peaked out. The golems had been dispatched after the King's Men arrived on the scene, assisting the Venezzians. Thanatos' anxiety was gone at this sight. He closes the tent and walks back toward the center when he passes a mirror sitting on a medical drawer. He glances at it and catches his reflection. Something was off. He noticed scars that had since faded long ago in the Second Era. More peculiar however was his hair. It had slightly began grey. His heart almost skipped a beat, but instead he shrugged it off and muttered to himself, "I might just look like you some day huh?" He turned to Alixenus. "Yes, I'll have someone bring you something to wear immediately." He looks down at his own apparel. The leather was torn and surprisingly withered after his fight with the Void. "Looks like I'll need something also." He signals to a nearby assistant who promptly rushes out of the tent. "Now that your awake I feel it imperative that I ask you a question. I need to know who was with you? Who aided you in triggering that explosion? Nexhawk has confirmed that another Alkhemist was with you at its epicenter, and my men have accounted for all other Alkhemists currently in Karthage, dead and alive. Of course my initial assumption would be that our favorite goddess involved, but it is best we make sure..."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 116	Posted - 2013.09.19 23:01:00 - [206] - Quote OOC: Give me less than that. So first off school has started and I've been sick for some time. I missed 3 days, and got a lot of work to make up. So that's why I haven't been posting. However I have some other news. This year I have I project that will be due around late spring early summer. I have an idea of what I want to do. Let's just say, there might be an announcement soon. One that will require me to make a new thread. But for now let me contribute to this story. For one I realize I haven't done this: Nation Colors: Maroon, White, Gold. National Animal(what it represents): The Vo, a winged fox that existed in the Diyad long ago. The fox alone represents cunning, intelligence and wit. The wings represent progression, freedom and innovation. Flag Description: A maroon flag with a white Vo head facing forward. Extending from each side is a set of golden wings. The flag symbolizes the same thing as our animal, except the golden wings represent superiority. For Diyad is a proud nation and up until Galrick(Where is he? This is getting sad now.), was the most advanced/modern. *All materials are enhanced by iyo Unit types (including weapons/armor): 1. Kingdom Guard- Wears mostly cloth armor. The torso is white on each side and maroon at the center , followed by the Diyadian insignia(Vo) pinned on the right chest. The trousers are maroon. They are equipped with a single saber, as well as a crossbow that shoots paralyzing arrows. At their side they have a double barrel pistol, similar in design with old english pistols with intricate designs featuring the national animal. 2. Diyadian Knight- Normal infantry. Donning light adamantium armor with armet that is primarily white with maroon as a secondary color. They also wear a maroon cape featuring two gold wings. They are equipped with longsword and a maroon and gold shield bearing the insignia. 3. Alkhemist Knight: A very versatile unit, capable of front line battle as well as special operations, wearing lightly armored hooded robes. The robes are primarily maroon with a wide white stripe starting at the center of the hood down the back. The few armor plates are gold. They carry smaller sabers, a small shield and a longer pistol than typical guards. On their gloves are metal rings around the fingers(excluding thumbs) connected to small chains that carry small iyo boxes. The chains and iyo boxes remained fastened up the forearm and can be ejected at will. 4. King's Men- Elite units wearing all gold armor and large thick helmets. These men usually carry greatswords, large axes, hammers, and other large weaponry at their disposal. The location of the armor wear iyo is stored is unknown... 5.Titans(surprise)- Yet to actually be revealed. Rumor has it that these are large (Hulk sized) suits of golden armor that must be operated by two alkhemists at once. No other weapons, only large iyonic nodes around the armor. They are capable of vast strength... 6. Voxtrot- Not seen nor heard. Do they even exist!?! National Tree: Ehrom Blossom Tree Values(such as Athens-education and Sparta-military): Technology, knowledge, freedom, progression/advancement. Notable Laws/Rights (like gay marriage, or women can't vote): Equal Rights- No discrimination or segregation. All can vote, marry, hold a political position, own a business or even join the military. Notable Attractions/Landmarks: The Grand Palace- One of the largest constructions in the world. White marble and gold everywhere. Intricate designs and art. High class service and the Fountain of Lionus. Common Religion/Practices: None. All are free to pursue any religion they like. However religion is mostly prominent in the floating cities. Alkhemy(now interchangeable with Alkhemistry due to laziness.)- You pretty much know about this already.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 116	Posted - 2013.09.19 23:55:00 - [207] - Quote Marco nods and after a moment of silence speaks once more. "Brutus this city is corrupt, straight down to its core. The Slums stay poor and Dorado stays golden. The Briggs are no help and the tourists keep flooding in. Anyone who tries to stand up for themselves 'disappear' here to the Underbelly and catch the Black Sickness. We can't stop and the people here are suffering. Everyone obeys and fall under the status quo. They're to scared to act. I mean where would they even start? So many question and no answers. However we know something that not everyone does." Brutus looks puzzled. "The Dorado Syndicate. Our spies have uncovered that the five most powerful Dorado families have joined together. WE know what they plan, and what they're after... They have something. Something that people have sought after for a long time. The Elixir of Youth. Now we highly doubt that they actually have it, but we'll bet they have some fake, some copy. My boys have done their research and we think they're using magick, a long forgotten one. One that let's people change their look completely. An old witch could become a buxom mistress in seconds. Someone like myself could heal his scars. Hell I could even look like that mistress hahaha... You may be wondering why go through all this trouble, money perhaps? Yes and no. We have reason to believe that they are amassing war funds. This so called elixir would be very very expensive and sought after. We've heard they have connections with two other sky cities, who are willing to secede from Diyad. They plan to attack Karthage head on. It makes sense too. Karthage may have air vehicles, but they're air weaponry is no where near the level of the sky cannons attached to these cities. Combine that with a simultaneous surprise strike from three sides, and we may have a catastrophe on our hands. But we can't worry about that. For now we need to find out every detail." For a moment Marco sat in silence. But to ease the tension he changed the subject. "You know the Ratt huh? Yeah Franklin was well known as the best information broker in Diyad. He played all sides, good and bad. It wasn't easy to get him to join our cause. That wasn't until Snake of Illusion talked some sense into him. See they go way back. The Snake gets his name because, well, he's a thief. Not just any thief, don't be fooled. He has never been caught, nor seen, not even heard. He's deadly and swift. Slithery as his name would suggest. It's amazing to see him work, or so I've hear from Franklin, never actually seen him myself. Act---" He is interrupted by Sara who runs from a nearby hallway. "What is it child? How is the Snake of Illusion." "He's already healed! He's ready to leave now because it's night time." "Good, that's great! Has he received tonight's instructions?" "Yeah I think so. Will he be in danger?" "Yes, he's the best you know." She looks deeply concerned. She runs toward him, golden brown hair trailing behind her. She beckons him to kneel down and goes to whisper something in his ear he nods in approval. She smiles "There, now you promised to keep my brother safe..."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 117	Posted - 2013.09.21 01:07:00 - [208] - Quote Xavier Hastings wrote: Brutus Pyrus wrote: (Ooc) NO ONE WRITES ANYMORE!!!! (Ooc) Sorry about that. I apologize about being lazy. I will post something tomorrow, though. That, I make a promise on. Just to recap, I have permission to kill your guards at the location of the eye, Nexhawk, correct? How would you like it to be done, back and forth, balanced, where I write vague things such as: "then Xavier was to deal the final blow" Where then you respond, and let it happen? Or would you allow me to just write it myself, fighting and killing them both in one post? Both are acceptable, just one allows you to provide input, and provide a "fight sequence", if you will, and not make me overpowered in that battle. The other just saves time and makes things flow better. It is your call. Pretty much sums up the problem I've been having, except with dialogue. At first I would always end after everything I said so others could respond. But when posting became less frequent I started just doing large walls of text, like I just did with Brutus. I'm always wondering if someone may have wanted to add something but couldn't because I already finished the conversation. However I don't want to control other characters so I try to be very minimal (e.x. saying "Brutus gave him a puzzled look" instead of making Brutus speak.). If only we could all post around the same time that way we could respond more quickly and actions will feel more natural. But that's all I have to say.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 117	Posted - 2013.09.22 20:04:00 - [209] - Quote Hey Sandromin! The index is looking a little thin. Of course by little I mean 50+ pages worth of info little. The last thing is from pg. 21.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 117	Posted - 2013.09.24 03:51:00 - [210] - Quote OOC: Sorry Nexhawk, I really meant to respond to you. I just couldn't decide on what to do after Thanatos answers. But now that you've done that I'll just go with it. BTW this happens while you go to get the sword. Thanatos tried to answer the calls of his workers as quickly as possible. Before he knew it Nexhawk had already left. He felt a tinge of guilt. Then he glanced over at Alixenus, who was just beginning to notice the talisman around his neck. He was now even more guilty. But he could not let himself fall. Not anymore, he was too far in to let himself fall behind again. "...Alixenus" Alixenus looked up to him. Before he could speak Thanatos continued. "That talisman around your neck, is of a Vo. To wear the Vo is to wear the pride of Diyad. It represents, the future, progress, and prosperity. In this case it... " Quote: "What is a molecule?" He thought to himself "This is just getting rediculous. This Iyo may be a lucrative opportunity, but he's just trying to throw us off, or he speaks of witchcraft. To hell with this, he may aswell be playing Vivaldi to a mountain frog!" Quote: "How long do I have until this 'ray-di-a-shone' poisons me to the point of needing a doctor?" Thanatos almost grimaced in pain of this memory. "That explosion you caused, emanated a lot of iyo. A lot of that energy has been absorbed into your body. The radiation, it's poisoning you. That talisman is preventing it form killing you. I'm afraid this won't last very long. I've spoken with my physicians, they say you have no more than 90 days... I'm sorry..."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 117	Posted - 2013.09.26 04:31:00 - [211] - Quote Vyzion wrote: GÇ£It all began one glorious morningGÇªGÇ¥ Vyzion wrote: Hayde stared, dumbfounded. "...We... we're..." Damn you... Vyzion wrote: ...as well as man a battle suit of mass destruction. I wrote: Titans(surprise)- Yet to actually be revealed. Rumor has it that these are large (Hulk sized) suits of golden armor that must be operated by two alkhemists at once. No other weapons, only large iyonic nodes around the armor. They are capable of vast strength... O.O
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 117	Posted - 2013.10.06 06:44:00 - [212] - Quote Galrick M'kron wrote: OOC: I'm back! Sorry, I was suffering of Dust burnout and adapting to high school. Can anybody recap the important things that happened while I was gone? OOC: By the gods! For one we were worried sick about you! Glad to have you back. It's late so I might miss a few details. After the Engineer was transported out of the floating base a hooded Halvedes confronted Vektor. Vektor was overpowered and was eaten alive by the ito in the lab. Xavier wakes up on the same base and attacks the nearby doctors. He is approached by a group of guards who try to restrain him. He grabs the youngest soldier and proceeds to channel some type of dark magick into him, ruining his poor mind. As the guards prepare to attack they are interrupted by cloaked Halvedes who orders them to stop. When the oldest guard objects he reveals himself. Halvedes has now become a tall, powerful being with clear skin called the Void. Anything Void consumes enters his body as a visible stream of energy. Thanatos has realized that Fate has somehow intervened, in a way that was forbidden even for gods. He and Nexhawk travel by phoenix to the floating base and prepare for what lies ahead. Nexhawk notices that Thanatos is physically growing weaker, yet he pays no mind. Void escorts the liberated Xavier into a portal that he created to Fate's Star Palace or whatever I called it 50 pages ago. Nexhawk engages Void alone while Thanatos looks for a vantage point for a surprise attack. Surprisingly nothing Nexhawk does seems damage the Void, only hurt him. Meanwhile Sandromin had already left Diyad and Alixenus had taken to the water, planning to use ships to pull the base down(He had overheard Thanatos command his Alkhemists to do so). Eventually the base is brought down, however Void has one final trick. He uses material that he has absorbed to create golems, using souls to fuel said golems. At the mention of souls Thanatos is overtaken by some otherworldly persona, calling upon vast amounts of power(He had wings and glowing eyes, pretty cool huh?). He then begins to fight Void. Meanwhile Alixenus has taken to the streets, fighting of the golem threat. With the help of a mysterious alkhemist he is able to use a canister filled with iyo as an explosive to wipe out a large number, both of them included. Void retreats through a portal and Thanatos also enters some sort of near-death state. After a series of visions(seriously you should read those) Thanatos awakens. He regroups with Nexhawk to find Alixenus in a medical tent, presumed dead. It is revealed by the physicians that a certain rpg forum member forgot about iyo having poisonous radiation. Now Alixenus has 90 days to live with a single talisman keeping him alive. Brutus is in Gran Arcadia still and whenever he responds he will be uncovering a conspiracy that will directly affect Diyad as well as the destinies of all of our characters. Conyr is... somewhere. I've purposefully chosen not to read Vyzions or Brutus's side stories, so I can be genuinely surprised later on. At the Logipriest lands Xavier is currently battling Nexhawk's soldiers in search for the Eye(?). Alixenus's soldiers are in the giant lands helping out Brutus's other characters. And to top it off now that you are back, Alixenus is gone for similar reasons. You may want to read the last five or so pages. There is an important culture list thing you should fill out. That's pretty much it I think, however I am not a "Super Professional Executive Summarizer" like Xavier.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 118	Posted - 2013.10.13 00:23:00 - [213] - Quote OOC: Before I continue, I'd like to point out the thread I made a few days ago that you all appear to have missed.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 122	Posted - 2013.10.15 21:36:00 - [214] - Quote Thanatos looked down. Silently pondering. He takes a deep breath. "Karthage has taken a deal of damage, nothing we can't repair in a day though. However the situation has indeed changed. Now it the time to evaluate what has happened. Something unexpected has happened. Fate has shown that she is willing to do anything to stop us. She has done something which the gods' deemed forbidden long ago. Now we don't know the extent of her plan, but we do know this: She has made my own subject, Halvedes into a monster; the Void. She is planning to wipe out Dustia using Freedom's Star, the Sun. The Elder Gods are creating New Gods, in order to enforce some master plan, some controlled system. They are using souls of the dead as tools to create these New Gods. Freedom is now, without a doubt, gone. Alixenus has 90 days to live. Brutus is still missing" Thanatos draws in the silence into his own heart, then releases. "There is only one conclusion I can come to. You must continue on with this expedition." For a moment, Sandromin and Alixenus heard a silent whisper. It didn't appear to come from anyone. Thanatos was unfazed, for these were the words of his mind, the words that belonged to his other self. They were powerful, commanding, and ominous. The only way to find the truth is to stop chasing it.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 126	Posted - 2013.10.20 03:45:00 - [215] - Quote Thanatos smirks. Looking down at the floor. He mutters something under his breath before looking up. " Yes... Someone should be along with clothes for you any moment now. You two should prepare to depart soon. Meet up with Sandromin and continue onward. It is imperative that you do. I however, will not be joining you for now. I've been gone for nearly an entire season. Until today my people believed I no longer drew breath. The integrity of my kingdom is weak, it would be my greatest sin, if I were to leave them with no king again." A bustling young servant stumbled into the tent carrying a sack on his back, dropping his spectacles on the ground. He reaches to pick them up but loses his grip; after a moment of juggling them in the air he finally manages to catch them and put them back on. "Y-your highness, here are the clothes you asked for." He hands the sack to Thanatos who inspects it before handing it to Alixenus. In the sack is a maroon jacket with gold straps at the arms and left shoulder, some light brown trousers, boots and gloves. "Nothing custom, or overly fancy, but this should do aye?"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 126	Posted - 2013.10.24 20:30:00 - [216] - Quote The Snake of Illusion made his way to the door with haste. It was nightfall and the lights in the city shone bright. meanwhile the Underbelly of Gran Arcadia had but a dim blood-red light. He grabbed the handle then paused, turning back to look at the mysterious giant up against the wall. For a moment he stared, then smiled; his devilish smirk complimented his handsome face. "You must be Brutus. I apologize, I don't really have the time to introduce myself. I have, however, heard much about you. I'm not usually quick to trust others, everyone you meet has skeletons. Few can actually be trusted. Call it a family trick, but I see it in your face. You have skeletons too... Yet somehow, I trust you. You protected my sister, and for that I am grateful... I better get going." He opened the door and slipped away in the blink of an eye. Passing through the shadows like a true snake. After climbing up a shaft he made his way back up to the cities. The night was beautiful. With so many light one would almost be blinded from the filth. After surveying the area, he grabbed the sill of a nearby window and hoisted himself on top. He climbed his way up the building with finesse, grabbing one pipe or stone after the other. Finally he reached the ledge of the roof and pulled himself on top. In the short distance he could see some kind of attraction was going on in the central district. Tourists and aristocrats alike surrounded a stage. He couldn't make out anything precisely, so he decided to get a better vantage point. He moved like air as he ran and leaped from building to building, climbing and grabbing on to anything he could find. Finally he reached the clock tower that was his home. The balcony at the face perfectly overlooked the event. The noise of the crowd did not distract him. his body and heart went still. Time seemed to slow down. He was able to block out the useless noise and see clearly the fine word written on the sign atop the stage. It read Codonix: The Elixir of True Youth and Beauty He closed his eyes and whispered to himself every word he saw heard. There was a mustachioed man on the stage. He had zany blue eyes, and wore a suit and top hat. He had the voice of merchant, and spoke like one too. The people were mesmerized by his words. "Ladies and men, one and all. From Slums to nobles, see this so divine! Many of you may feel unfortunate, due to the repair of our travel balloons, but I assure you the contrary. You have been blessed by Fate herself. For you see, I, Ozwort Fallheim have found Codonix! What is Codonix, you ask? Why the most rare elixir known to man. A legend you say? Nay, I retort. This is real, collected from the tears of Lesser Goddess Love herself. That's right, Love; goddess of beauty, youth and romance. This potent potion could change you into the person you've always wanted to be. It will make you young and beautiful, and cure any illness. For only 100 gold, this could all be yours." The man was greeted by a wave of chuckles, scoffs, and doubts. "Ah, non believers I see. Perhaps I should demonstrate for you all yes?" From his pocket he pulled a bottle filled with red liquid. He opened it and plume of smoke exited from each side, encapsulating the entire audience. The smoke quickly dissipated however. He drank from the bottle and threw it on the ground allowing it to break. "See hear, now do you believe?" His voice was drowned out by wave of cheers, applause and the sound of gold. The Snake of Illusion arched his eyebrow in disbelief. " I don't understand; he looks exactly the same. Unless..." Everything went black, and the last thing he heard was a loud thud. A soldier in crimson armor launched himself through the door into the base where Brutus was. Sara and Franklin stood there too, look suspiciously at the soldier. "Where is Marco! Where is he!?!" Marco was in the war room, planning for the next operation when he heard the commotion. He stumbled out of his room, tipping over the large table with a map of the city pinned to it. "For Freedom's sake, what the hell is going on?" The young soldier boy struggled to catch his breath. "I-I-It's The Snake, he plummeted from the clock tower and was surrounded by guards. They have in captivity, in Dorado!"
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 126	Posted - 2013.10.31 00:50:00 - [217] - Quote OOC: Marvelous! Another player and another antagonist at the same time. Perfect! You know, this is important to beating the gods O.O We need someone truly sinister, and frankly, Fate is not that. We'll find out more as I continue to make Thanatos have "flashbacks and/or visions" Also as of next week I'm hoping to ramp up my posting frequency, so there's that. Also how do I acquire one of these nifty signatures? By the way lets pretend that a couple servants delivered crates to Nexhawk before their departure. Filled with books, that teach Alkhemy. Get more learnin' for yo mind doe! Marco shook his head. "We can't do anything now, they have him in Dorado. Dorado of all places. That place is a fortress as well as a paradise. We need to find a way to rescue him. But I may need you to do something." Marco makes his way to a cabinet and retrieves a large paper. He extends it over the floor, with books at each corner to prevent folding. "This is our most detailed map, it really isn't much. Only two people have actually seen the inside of that place. One being--" "Myself!" Franklin stepped forward. "Now you can't possibly be suggesting that we try it. Can you!?!" "What choice do we have Ratt? He must have found something, he never slips up. This is our key to ousting the Dorado Syndicate. So yes we will be trying it. Brutus can help us scale the gates. It will be significantly faster than grappling hooks. We'll also need him to cause a disruption, perhaps by storming Florenz Power Company. It is isn't well guarded from what we know and it powers a large portion of the district. Franklin and I will travel to the holding facility and we should be able to waltz in without any real trouble. I want the entire resistance on standby throughout every other district in case of retaliation. This is crucial." "Aren't you forgetting something?" Franklin looked mildly annoyed." "What?" "This is dangerous, and you haven't asked Brutus if he's willing to do any of this!" They both looked at Brutus.
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 127	Posted - 2013.11.03 03:00:00 - [218] - Quote Ner'Zul Nexhawk wrote: "I believe that Sandromin is in the Guild of Thought at this moment. The building is that way, but you may need further proof to be let in," the guard shrugged and motioned in the direction of a much smaller building. "Don't worry, we will be let... Aargh!!!" Nexhawk interrupted his own words with a startling howl, a sound that a wounded beast would make. He slouched and grabbed his head, for endless shouting voices have assaulted his ears. Separately, the words spoken by each voice were indiscernible, but together, they have woven into a horrifying symphony of darkness and dread. Nexhawk felt the liquid fire in his veins stop cold, and an unnatural chill grasped his flaming heart, bringing about an intense feeling of...death itself. And it was not the aura of the Reaper, the tender of the souls, that emanated from Thanatos. This was a sensation of a ruthless and hopeless Death, an entity whose presence alone instills the fear of non-existence into your mind. But the screaming voices have eventually subsided, and the coldness of the grave has released Nexhawk from its deathly grip. The Ashborn fell on his knees in fatigue, heavily inhaled twice, and got up. To this side, the Engineer seemed to experience some troubles as well, which were reinforced by his mentioning of "something magical nearby". Nexhawk nodded wearily. "I have an idea of what it was, and it brings immense dread into my very soul. We should move quickly." With that, the trio hurried towards the Guild of Thought. OOC: Oh boy, after that first paragraph I have no choice but to post. I won't be able to sleep if I don't. For now let's check on Thanatos shall we? After the two left the tent Thanatos sat at the edge of the cot that Alixenus had once rested on. He just sat their in complete silence. Thinking to himself, about all that transpired up until this point. He still felt like not everything was complete, something crucial was missing in this play. Some of his memories were still lost. First there was the time before him. Whatever these visions were. The Reaper and the souls, he who was Time and a Young Girl. Blackness. Still Blackness. These visions may not even be his own. Perhaps a sign? He was born, Lionus Noxas III, heir to the small nation of Diyad. After returning from his studies abroad he had defeated the Archnecromancer and claimed his throne. Then... then... Something... There was nothing connecting his moments as king and his arrival, an era later. Only the blackness, that still blackness. Except that haunting chant. He heard it over and over again, even when he forgot who he was, when he forgot everything, sung by innocent child-like voices, millions all at once. That chant: Thanatos, Thanatos. Qoi to vu floiae? Thanatos Thanatos. Qoi to vu floiae? Then he woke, before a bustling golden city. A man overlooked him. "My boy, are you alright? You're just lying here in a pool of water. Shouldn't you be with your family during the festival times, it is the month of Illmorth you know..." "Y-yes? I'm sorry... w-what is this? Where is this place? T-this, is it Diyad?" "Err, well it's certainly not the unclaimed badlands of Ignak. You seem to have hurt your head friend, let me help you up. By the way my name is Vektor. Do you remember your name?" "I-I-I... I am... I am Thanatos." Hold it! They're about to depart now. I should fetch a servant. "Hello, anyone around here, I have a specific request!" "Yes my lord, how may I be of service?" "Have some Alkhemy books delivered to the departing ships before we leave. It is essential that our friends learn a valuable science." "As you wish, I shall act swiftly" Thanatos sighed as his servant left the tent. Then he had realized something, something that he cursed himself from missing. "Where is Vektor!?!" "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 127	Posted - 2013.11.03 05:02:00 - [219] - Quote Nimrod Nashes wrote: Nashir stood from his throne as a gale of wind blew into the hall. The wind brought the tidings of the era, and indeed, Nashir found himself in the maelstrom of the era! Glorious chaos surrounded him and he was going to take advantage of it. As if a new air was surging around the world, Dustia found itself feeling the rise of the Ancient One in its very core. All ye undead across the land, come to the dead lands of Doomgoth! Arise, and bring forth the chaos! Nashir had summoned all to him; the time had come for his ancient evils to spread across the land once more. From the ferals in the north to the liches in the south, the Legions of the Undead was gathering. And from thence on, Nashir rewritten the runes of the world to be known as Nashir-Ur, the Ancient One Risen in the now-dead Therisian tongue. Soon, my legion will accumulate on this island. Soon, I will conquer this land. Soon... Using dark magic from a reservoir of his nearly limitless power, Nashir opened a rift that tore a hole in the air just outside of his tower. Through that very rift, the dead marched and marched, creating a horde, the likes of which had never been seen on Dustia. The very air had chilled around the palace, far lower than before. A sense of dread lied throughout the land and the land went silent. Since the opening of the portal, no living thing dared venture near the island; not even a fish swam the waters near the shore. In the sky, the blue was replaced with gray, and the sky itself was shut together with clouds. But above the tower, the veil was asunder; a hole had manifested itself as lightning burned the outskirts of the fortress. With his awakening, the lands paralleled hell in its malevolence. Nashir-Ur was preparing. All ye, verily, watch to the south- from the gap in life, there rises a titan of sinister intent. O yea, he consumes all around, and from his throne he destroys. The Lord of Sand, the Benefactor of Trade, and the King of Death- these three fight against the tide, indeed, They stand in his way. But it is unclear, the very threads of time are dark, blackened by his hate. O Time! Thou art mysterious in thy ways! Reveal thine self upon us, that we may know our fate. OOC: Man, it feels great to have another player in this thread. So perfect. Now I noticed in that last bit you capitalized "Time". Now would you be trying to summon the Elder God Time? "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 127	Posted - 2013.11.03 06:28:00 - [220] - Quote Marco smirked. "So it's settled. We leave an hour before Dawn. To much of a crows up there for us to move unseen. Every one else gather round. This is the plan..." Marco went into detail the formations that everyone else would go in. Later as the time arrived, Marco, Brutus, and Franklin approached the tall gate to Dorado. As planned, Brutus lifted the two men above his head and made his way over the gate. After setting them down, Marco pointed in the direction of a large brick building. A large sign read: Florenz Power Company. "Now Brutus you'll need to make your way over there. Cause a ruckus. Smash anything that looks important. That'll get the guards over there real qui--" Franklin interrupted. "Please Brutus, please try to leave before they get there. We don't know for sure what we're up against. The Silver Briggs aren't like your normal payed police." Marco's eyes widened "Silver Briggs? I thought you spread that rumor for one of the higher families. They're fake right?" "I did spread that rumor, helped it reach key people, helped to discourage people from considering revolts such as our own. That I did. I regret it. I'm an information broker, I sell facts, gossip rumors and legend. I spy, I forge, I impersonate. Hell and of course I lie! I'm the Ratt of Information, for Freedom's sake. But that, that was no lie. Brutus, those Silver Briggs, whatever they are, are not normal people. Please exercise caution." After a word of assurance, Brutus headed off west, towards the building. Marco and Franklin headed off to the holding facility. His eyes opened, he tried to stand but couldn't. As his vision returned he saw a well clothed figure standing before him. His skin was pale and he had green, serpent eyes. His hair was a coarse black. "Snake of Illusion... or should I say Narrett Elaphastor. Nonetheless a pain in my ASS!" The man yells as he lauches his steel toed shoe in the Snake's face." The Snake begins to cough up blood. A cut runs down his lip. Seconds later the cut begins to seal itself. After regaining his breath he yells, "It's you, you lead the Syndicate!?! You bastard!" The green eyed man chuckles. "Who else would it be? You know it was difficult, coming up with a so called potion of youth. What's more difficult is dealing with you, robbing the wealthy blind. Do you have any idea how long it took? Luring the wealthiest men below in Diyad up here. Three years! After what you did, I had nothing! All of my investors backed out, and a heft sum of my funds gone. Little did I know that that *** had an older brother, who oh so conveniently rescued her. With no investors, lost money, and no producer for my product, I almost lost hope. Almost. Till one day I had an idea. Why make a real youth potion, when all you need is for the people to believe a fake works? So that's what I made. Of course I have your friend, the Ratt to thank for helping me gain investors back. Who knew, that a tap and whisper here and there could bring in enough capital to complete my end of the deal. I remember how angry he was, when he learned of my plans. How is he?" "Mark my words, Vergil, I am going to kill you. For what you did to her, I should have killed you three years ago." The man addressed as Vergil laughed a bellowing laugh. "You must understand Narrett-- by the way, how long has it been since you've been called that. I'd guess by your sister, but it's been a while since you sent her to live in Karthage hasn't it? Actually I don't care, you see all I saw in her, was a gold mine. Just my luck, to find such a rare specimen. A child of a dead race! Seeping with that beautiful magick. I could have made real youth potions, done good business, honorable business. Thanks to you, I have to sell fake goods. A simple fog that infects the eyes, makes one think that they are beautiful and healthy. It took a lot of testing, before it would kill people, make their bodies weak. It---" "So the black sickness was yours too? All those people, suffering in the Underbelly, you!" "Yes, and that is why the Haversham Family runs the Syndicate. Who else to run a network of powerful people. Who else to devise such a plan. When this is over I'll be a KIN--- But you're HERE now. Thanks to you, I'll be a GOD! You'll do fine as a replacement for your sister. I'll have immortality with your magick." The Snake, addressed as Narrett scoffs. "You talk too damn much. My magick isn't nearly that potent. You'd never live forever.' In a fit of rage, Vergil violently kicks Narrett's face repeatedly. "Damn you! So useless! Even now you plan to take all the fun out of this!" After calming down, he kneels beside Narrett and whispers in his ear: "Very well, then I'll just use you till you dry up. Maybe if she isn't dead I'll find you sister-- are you unconscious? How rude." Vergil stands up, wiping the blood off from his shoe using Narrett's hood. He exits the room swiftly. In case you didn't notice what I just did there, here is a segment from an earlier post. After Xavier poisoned that young soldier's mind with whatever evil magicks. Quote:** The guards are shocked to hear such a familiar voice, especially behind the guise of a black cloak. The oldest guard, the Captain, the one who hated the dwarf even more now. His cheeks were blazing red and tears were almost from his eyes. He regained his composure at the sound of a superior. "High Councilmen Halvedes sir! This dwarf, he's insane. Look what he's done to Aidan--- I mean Private Elaphastor! Stand back sir, I beg you! We must stop him at once!" "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 128	Posted - 2013.11.03 14:18:00 - [221] - Quote OOC: Neither, but the name is what's important. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 128	Posted - 2013.11.03 23:55:00 - [222] - Quote OOC: Maybe... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 128	Posted - 2013.11.04 04:21:00 - [223] - Quote OOC: Just know that they have black eyes and don't die very easily. Other than that use your imagination ;) "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 128	Posted - 2013.11.04 05:27:00 - [224] - Quote Narrett's eyes finally open again, Vergil appears before him once more. Everything that devil made him seeth with anger. His green serpentine eyes, his short black hair. The air of dignity that he held, as if he in his state had already one. Even worse that crooked smile. Narrett couldn't help but recall what had happened years ago. Sara was only four. The monster had her chained to the floor. She screamed in pain as the machines around her extracted her essence. The terror, the pain of liquid fire, one could only imagine what she felt. He only remembered her face, her eyes. He remember his guilt. Oh how pompous was he, how arrogant, how confident. So full of himself: "I am the shadows, personified! I am the saviour of Gran Arcadia, the greatest thief Dustia will know. I am truly deserving of my title. I who sneaks like a snake and return to the poor." How naive he was, how trusting. How great was Vergil, who took care of his sister. She could live in a luxurious estate, and he was free to steal, to rob the nobles blind. He would beat Aiden, he'd be the one to accumulate enough money for a powerful sky vessel. Then they could go home. He, his brother and his sister. They'd see the elders. He'd see his friends, he'd see Cassandra, Egor, he'd see Sol again. All these dreams, to cloud his judgement, how could he have known? His train of though was interrupted by an ear piercing voice. "Narrett, child? Hehe, I know I shouldn't disturb you, I mean, it's only fair after I kicked your pretty face in. However...well... now that I've gone and said it, I really REALLY want it. Immortality I mean. So I'd rather not rain terror upon the Kingdom of Diyad, until I've found your sister, Sara right? Didn't you say she was somewhere in Karthage?" Narrett looked almost relieved to hear this, before he realized what he had done, Vergil had already noticed. "She's not is she? Ooh where could she be. Wait, perhaps she's been under my nose all along, in GRAN ARCADIA? Hoohoo heehee... your face, THAT PITIFUL FACE. It's far too easy to read, and trust me, I don't read faces. I have people for that. I must be unfortunate, or poor, because you just keep on giving and giving and giving to me. Hahaha, this is marvelous." "...You won't find her, if you haven't now, you never will." Panting, heavy breathing. The sound of small feet running across the wet brick road. She whispered to herself in some unknown language. Her eyes aglow the same hue of her golden hair. She had to make it in time, they wouldn't be able to find him. They were looking in the wrong place. "Just hold on Narrett, this time I'll help you." "Please...no..." On cue they heard the thundering of a giant, smashing into a building. Perfect timing. Marco and Franklin slipped their way into the holding station. Only a few guards stayed behind, each were easily dispatched by Marco, he fought like a veteran, but in his eyes was the youth of a young soldier. They made their way up a flight of stairs where the more dangerous criminals were likely to be held. The cell doors, only had small openings to look through. They threw open each one until they got to the final door. Marco growled in a fit of anger. "Nothing!?! Nothing? All of the cells in this place are empty! It just doesn't make any sense. What do we do? A---" Marco was interrupted by the click of a revolver at the back of his head... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 128	Posted - 2013.11.04 06:09:00 - [225] - Quote Marco gasped in shock. "Y-you, Franklin, you'd betray me?" Franklin moved closer towards him, revolver pressed to the back of his head. He whispered in his ear, his voice this time, was not that of a jolly fat con man, but rather a cold killer. "That's enough boy. No more games. I suppose you take me for a fool? This petty strategy, the work of an amateur, I'm ashamed to admit I came up with it." "W-what do you mean?" "I said enough. Don't you find this predicament peculiar? Three years ago, I was in this very room. Consulting with Vergil Haversham. I had done as he'd asked, I'd arranged a meeting with the powerful merchants and businessman of Diyad. That was of course until I found out about the thief boy and his sister. When I said I'd never work with him again I meant it. I am well versed in the seedy underworld of this corrupted hell hole. I had a name, Ratt of Information. He who connives, who tricks, who spies, who forges. He who turned down no offer, who sold information that likely lead to hundreds of deaths. I denied him. I stood up against him and in turn Dorado. I've done far too much to be a hero now though, far too much. But I saw something in that thief boy, the saviour of the slums. Then I became he, the reborn crook, who served the rebellion, used his skills for good. Isn't that peculiar? Especially when every word of it is true. I spoke so many strategies with Vergil, and he was foolish to use my own against me." "I'm not following, what does this have to do with me?" "Now you're becoming annoying. Isn't it obvious I've put the pieces together? Funny how I decided to use my skills for good. Feeding information to the rebellion with the help of the escaped thief boy. The hero that I befriended. I helped him get his sister out of Gran Arcadia. Now would the people suspect me, of course not. I'm with the good guys now. I do my part to save the slums. Yet here comes the black sickness. Here is where everything falls into place. What really tipped me off. All of a sudden, important people in the rebellion contracted an unknown illness, and their followers "disappeared" into the Underbelly. Now of course this lowered the spirits of the people. Any voices to speak out against Dorado were silenced. The rebellion was reduced to a small group of people who receded into the Underbelly. Sounds familiar doesn't it? Removing key people from the sphere of interest in order to keep the people in check. A job that I once did for Vergil three years ago. How peculiar, right? It's as if even though I ended business with him, the information I gathered was still used to complete tasks that I would normally do on my own. Now tell me, who did I report all of my findings to? Could it be, the leader of this small rebellion?" "..." "Now you shut up? Yes, I figured it out. You've been working with the Dorado Syndicate, and by doing so, I figured out that their leader was the same man I worked with long ago." "..." "Don't act so surprised. You should have known, your limited intelligence is eras behind my own. When you thought you were seven steps ahead of me, I was perched on the clock tower in the center of Arcade, miles ahead of you, with a rifle pointing between your eyes." Marco chuckled. "Amazing, you are as good as they say you are, Ratt of Information. You have everything set up perfectly, all the pieces arranged exactly where you want them. But answer this, can you truly account for all possible situations?" "I don't need to." With that Franklin pulls the trigger, a loud crackle echoes throughout the station as the bullet exits the chamber and collides with the back of Marco's head. He is shocked however when the bullet only enter half way into the back of his skull. Marco turns around, revealing his eyes, once brown to be completely black. He grabs Franklin by the neck, lifting him into the air. He smirks as the fat man struggles to find some tidbit of oxygen. "I guess you should have then." The last thing Franklin felt was a hard surface at the back of his head. Then all went dark. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 130	Posted - 2013.11.12 07:28:00 - [226] - Quote OOC: I'm kind of waiting for Brutus to do his thing with the Silver Briggs; unless you want me to make up what they're like. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 130	Posted - 2013.11.13 21:27:00 - [227] - Quote OOC: Jesus Christ! 8-FOOT STEAMPUNK CYBORGS!?! That is way better than my idea! Plus it makes sense given Diyad's technological progress. Also your post was top, no need to worry. P.S. Sandromin, am I still the second most advanced? I'm not sure since Diyad advanced tremendously without Doric influence. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 133	Posted - 2013.11.19 20:23:00 - [228] - Quote OOC: Sorry, when I said I would be able to post more frequently I meant it. I've actually just been waiting for everyone else so that I don't go to far ahead. I'm always checking the this thread ready to post when needed. Maybe I need a new side story to let you know that I'm alive... Alive... How ironic. Also if you could go ahead and start fighting the steampunk cyborg that would be great. I don't want things to happen so immediately on my end. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 133	Posted - 2013.11.19 22:28:00 - [229] - Quote OOC: Yes sir! "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 133	Posted - 2013.11.21 22:58:00 - [230] - Quote OOC: I just wanted to say this. I've been having these little moments for the past month or so, mostly in my Literature class. Whether we're discussing epics poems, or reading Greek Tragedies. Moments where the conversations shift. Questions like: "What makes a hero?" "What makes an epic journey?" In these moments I can't help but directly think about our exploits in Dustia, this new expedition, how far we've come, bridging science fiction and fantasy into one. It's almost hard when someone asks questions like that. I just want to say, "Great hero? Oh you mean like Alixenus of Venezzia!" "Noble kings? Like Sandromin, Nexhawk, like Lionus." "Character that represents Death, like Thanatos? No not the Greek one!" My favorite is when fate is brought up. Is Oedipus trapped by his own fate? I just laugh to myself. Fate, an inescapable force; one's predetermined destiny. They don't even know OUR Fate. No one knows our Fate, our story, our world. That's the beauty of it. This has been more interesting than any book, any game, any movie in my opinion. I love doing this with you guys. Crafting this story together, post by text-filled post. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 136	Posted - 2013.11.29 18:37:00 - [231] - Quote OOC: Okay okay, hold on Brutus, I've been sitting on a post all week, just haven't quite finished yet. It's in another tab, I'll post it soon. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 136	Posted - 2013.11.29 23:59:00 - [232] - Quote The giant was met by a familiar voice, coming from behind the wreckage. "Brutus, is that-- Oh damn. That's one hell of a mess." Brutus didn't seem to acknowledge him, he just sat there, staring at the soup of human remains. "You're probably wondering why I'm alone, well... Franklin betrayed us. The Snake was nowhere to be found, he put a gun to my head." He took the silence as indication for him to continue. "I did what I had to. I'm sorry. We should abandon the mission. Franklin and the Snake were the most valuable to rebellion, I doubt we could keep going." ... ... ... "I see this isn't getting through to you. No use convincing you. Can't believe you saw real Silver Brigg, and such an old model at that, he didn't even have magick, poor Perceval." As Marco stood behind Brutus his skin turned grey, his pupils expanded covering most of his eyes. Steam shot forth from his body, as his limbs began expanding. His arms thickened, tearing his armor, revealing arms of bright silver, two more arms shot from each side of his lower torso, giving him four arms total. Soon all of his body was visible, what was once flesh was a silver machine spewing smoke. Bright red magickal runes appeared across his body. He wasn't much taller, nearly 7 feet at most. "A perfect soldier, a love letter from technology to the arcane. A sacrifice of my own flesh seemed appropriate at the time. You won't find the Snake of Illusion, and you won't be leaving alive." Narrett opened his eyes and was greeted by a familiar face. "Sara, no, you shouldn't be here!" "I came to save you, they were going the wrong way." "They?" "The entire rebellions is here to save you." "You need to go now, you what he'll do if he catches you." "Him?" "That's right, HIM." "I won't!" Narrett tries to object, but she covers his mouth as she examines the chains that hold him. She looks relieved. "These are those plant chains, like last time, that get tighter and suppress magick the more you struggle. You can't just break these." "At least our inheritance is somewhat useful." "Yeah." Sara's golden eyes glow as she begins whispering to herself. Narrett's wounds begin to heal almost instantly. Then for a moment she stops chanting. The white in her eyes, turns black and the small veins turn pink. The chains around Narrett's body begin to grow pale, then crumble into dust. Before he could stand up, Sara falls to her knees. "Don't use it like that any more! You'll damage your body." "Until I'm older?" "Yeah, then you'll be like Sol." "Yeah, when will we see him again?" "Soon hopefully." Narrett picks up the winded Sara and begins carrying her throughout the long corridors of the estate. OOC: Sorry for not letting you say anything Brutus, I figured after a traumatizing event like that, the silence was necessary. I'll change it if you want. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 136	Posted - 2013.12.01 15:50:00 - [233] - Quote Brutus Pyrus wrote: Brutus stood in silence as Marco spoke. He didn't even pick his head up to acknowledge the shifting man. Even as he advanced toward all he could think of was how many people had died. His wife, his son, his daughter, he had killed collective, his own kind and lesser men,he had slain a machine man, and now Franklin... His friend and guide to this place was dead or dying... For all he knew everyone he had ever cared about was dead. His brothers, his sister, he didn't even know where the remaining logipriest were, or if they were even alive still, he didn't even know if Conyr lived. For all Brutus knew he was the only giant left alive in the world. The last remnant of a land of dead. And soon even he would die, a piece of history being wiped clean from the world. And Brutus was fine with that. The giant figured that he would be better off dead in this world. This harsh place. And yet... When Marco swung his robotic arm at the giant, he retaliated. The arm slammed into his ribs with a force he couldn't describe. Yet he still retaliated he grabbed ahold of he arm and with all of his might he pulled. The Brigg fell forwards cursing the giant. The giant moved again putting his foot down on the back of the Brigg, while still holding the arm in both of his hands. Even as he felt a hot anger rise from the Brigg he didn't let go. Even as he began to pull arm up ward away from the Brigg, going against any joint or motor in his arm the giant pulled... And he didn't know why... (Ooc) I'm going to start piggy backing off of your post so the battle isn't completely one sided. I trust your judgement on the situation. And you were right, he probably wouldn't have spoken anyways. (Ooc) Marco didn't really react as the giant managed to yank one of his arms behind him. Instead almost instinctively his other three arms began to push against the ground. Large pistons inside the shoulders began to pump at rapid speed, pushing out puffs of smoke each time. The force of his push gained more and more strength until he was able to push himself up, forcing Brutus to stumble backwards. The arm that was in his hand managed to free itself. Marco, now no longer being pushed down, fell on his back. His face was blank and without mercy. His arms moved fast and smoothly. It was so inhuman it was almost demonic. His torso spun around while his arms adjusted themselves until he faced the ground, perched like a spider. The magickal runes on his arms began to glow as his pistons began pumping again. The ground began to shake and break apart. Large boulders were ripped from the ground and suspended in the air above his head. One by one they began launching toward Brutus. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 136	Posted - 2013.12.01 23:47:00 - [234] - Quote "So you'll just kill me too huh?" Marco scoffed. The boulder only managed to scrape his silver torso. This time he conjured from the ground several tall rocky pillars surrounding the two of them almost like the walls of an arena. Before Brutus could react he had already begun climbing one of the pillars. "Yeah, just like Perceval. All he wanted to do was support his sick kid. Some rare disease the boy had. Being a factory worker just wouldn't provide enough money for treatment, so he signed up for an experiment, he was one of the first Silvers. What about all those other soldiers you eviscerated? You knew they couldn't stand a chance against you." The runes on his arms began to glow as boulders began to rip themselves from the pillar he had latched themselves onto. He continued to speak as they began launching toward Brutus. "That's why I knew you were perfect for this job. This look in your eyes now, no one else saw it. I did though. Everyone fell for it, this innocent giant stumbles in and decides to protect people that he doesn't even know. When the reality was, they invited a monster with open arms. That look, I've seen it on the battlefield several times before, that lust for killing. That's how I knew you were perfect, there's no way you could protect anyone, not the Snake, not Franklin, not even Sara. Much like a Silver, you're designed to kill, to destroy, to decimate! Don't act like that much isn't true." He used his magic to hurl the remainder of the pillar at Brutus. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 136	Posted - 2013.12.02 22:40:00 - [235] - Quote OOC: Not at all, you actually did almost exactly what I was going to do. The pistons in Marco's other three arms began to pump wildly. A Heavy cloud of smoke surrounded him. In this state he could more than match Brutus' physical strength. He waited for the giant to rush him, but to no avail. For a moment his face went blank. Then his black eyes began to widen, his sneer was crooked. "Nothing, what happened? Where's that strength Brutus. Where is that look in your eyes? You're angry at me, you hate me don't you. DON"T YOU? So why are we holding back. You want to stop me so bad. But you know in this state you can't. Let the hatred consume you again. That bloodlust, that rage. You've seen war, I can see it in your eyes. I once had that bloodlust, in my younger days. You see, Brutus, people like us--- monsters like us, this is what we live for. Don't you feel it, you have no other purpose, you're on this world for one reason, and one reason alone, to kill. The gods themselves bind you to this very nature. So, do it. COME AT ME, DESTROY ME, KILL ME, SHOW ME THE DEMON INSIDE!" This time pistons in the back of his legs begin to pump with the same ferocity of his arms. He presses his feet against the ground, shattering the earth under him. With inhuman strength he launches himself high into the air, before plunging like a meteor toward Brutus. *Time seems to slow down to a stop. The seed inside one's heart has been planted, deep within the dust. A choice must be made. Search every fiber of being, determine your outcome. This is it.* "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.02 23:26:00 - [236] - Quote OOC: Got too engrossed with Brutus and forgot about my own character, ha! Thanatos stumbled out of the tent. He frantically looked around for a nearby Diyadian. "Hello, anyone there? Anyone?" Out in the distance a royal guard his his lord's cry for help. He waves his arm to catch Thanatos' attention. He quickly runs toward the guard, who was standing by the last bit of wreckage from the crashed facility. "My lord, what is it?" "This facility, how many survivors were there?" "59 sir, including a boy who's mind appears to be poisoned with darkness, he was one of our own. The rest were all normal staff." "And what of Vektor, he was in there." The guards face grew bleak. He pointed to one of the platforms. On it, the tattered remains of Diyadian robes, covered in a powdery material. "I'm afraid The Arch-Alkemist Vektor Gaius, was killed. We've confirmed that his body was decomposed by the experimental iyonic energy." "How can you be sure it was murder?" "By the entry point, his left hand. It would be impossible for him to remove it from it's containment unit, without the proper tools and transfer unit on hand. The remaining stock of said items were scavenged from the south eastern branch. It's original containment was found unscathed. No living thing could have removed it." "Halvedes. Damn it... You may go." "Aye my lord." As the guard walked into the distance, Thanatos dropped to his knees. he couldn't help but feel the memories flowing through him. Light pierced his closed eyelids, the sound around him was muffled. He could make out running water and... a voice? "Hello, hello sir? Are you alright? Hellooo, can you hear me?" His eyes opened, but all he saw was moving light. Slowly his vision began to return. He tried to stand up, but stumbled as if he had never walked before. The voice in front of him had caught him. Hoisting him around his shoulder. "Sweet, Vessaria! We need to get you to a physician. Lying at the bottom of that crater, one would think you fell from the sky." The man had set him on a rock. Next to a small spring. He reached from the sack on his back and pulled from it a canteen. He proceeded to fill it up with the sparkling spring water. "Here, drink up" The man savagely snatched the canteen, and began to drink as if he never had a drop. The bearded man gave him a peculiar look. "How long have you been out here, are you from one of the floating cities? Did you actually fall, if so how did you survive. Are you even from Diya---" "S-STOP!" "Oh dear, I'm ranting again, good thing Franklin isn't here. He'd never let me hear the end of it. Let's start of simple. My name is Vektor Gaius, I am a Tetra Level Alkhemist at the Diyad University of Alkhemy." "D-did you... did you say... Diyad? This is Diyad?" "Why of course it is... boy you must have hit your head hard. Quite a miraculous feat, surviving a fall from a floating city. Oh, I almost forgot, what is your name?" "My name? I--" He had nothing to say, who was he, what was his name? He was almost ready to slip into the void of nonexistence. But before that, a chant played in his head. He heard it so many times it was all he knew. Thanatos, Thanatos. Qoi to vu floiae? Thanatos Thanatos. Qoi to vu floiae? Thanatos Thanatos. Why do you weep? "...My name... is Thanatos..." "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.02 23:52:00 - [237] - Quote Brutus Pyrus wrote: Brutus stood listening to Marco. Marco was right about everything and yet... He was wrong. Brutus was not bound to any one. God, man, woman, giant, machine. Nothing told him what he was to be. No one. He was Brutus, defiant yes, angry defiantly, but a monster? Only now in this true defining moment did Brutus realize that this was the only thing he wasn't only now did he realize that the rage and anger he had felt for so long had done the thing that he had vowed no one would do. His rage had chained him down and made him something he wasn't. War and death had shifted him, but not broken him. Only now when he saw Marco leap at him did he finally understand, that there was no such thing as no choice. And he had made his. As Marco plummeted toward him Brutus shifted himself even as his broken leg cried and his hate shouted for blood, he didn't gain his bloodlust. No for once in a long, long time Brutus was calm. And it was this calmness that allowed him to quickly duck under Marco for a moment and then in half a heartbeat he rose just as quickly grabbing a hold of Marco's waist. The silver man let out a gasp as he was thrown on to his stomach. Brutus acting quickly Brutus pinned Marco under him, crushing the pistons in his arms and the joints that moved them. Marco began to laugh manically and he shouted. "NOW BRUTUS KILL ME! Prove your worth!" For a moment the world was silent. And then the giant spoke. "No... You live..." Marco became enraged at the defiance. "How dare you! How dare you do this to me and keep me from death! Kill me you damn weakling." "No... Brutus is not weak. Brutus is strong. Marco, you are the weakling. And Marco will always be the weakling." "HOW DARE YOU!, FOOLISH BEAST! DAMNED IDIOT!" Brutus listened to Marco again, for one last time as the madman screamed and thrashed under the giant.and then Brutus said his last words to the silver Brigg. "Thank you." And with that the giant grabbed the back of Marco's head and slammed his face into the ground. Not so hard to kill him, oh no, Brutus wanted Marco to remember this day forever. He had knocked the Brigg out. And just to make sure he didn't get back up to hunt Brutus immediately, he crushed the joints in the arms, but left his legs intact. Finally the giant got off of the silver man and walked to Perceval. The giant crossed the fathers arms over his chest and closed his eyes. The only thing he could do for the man. He did similar things to the lesser men who's lives he had taken. With his deeds done Brutus picked up his broken horn and held it for a moment, before he began to limp to where Franklin and Marco had gone, to where the snake was. As Brutus walked away his vision turned to black. An empty blackness that was endless. Then at that moment he heard a voice. An unfamiliar voice that commanded the heavens and dust. The entire universe surrendered to it's voice. "The seed has been planted and now it has sprouted. It has been watered with your will and with your tenacity. With your raw force, to quell the strings that bind you, to create something that was once nonexistent. The seed has granted you vision beyond sight, and reach beyond reach. Your soul is tempered and your future is yours. See to it that you tend the seed, so that it may blossom beautifully." And with that the voice disappeared. In the distance of the nothingness, Brutus saw a light. A bright flame(choose the color on for yourself). The flame began to speed towards him at impossible speed. The flame shot deep into his chest. Inside he felt the loving warmth of true freedom. The darkness around him shattered like glass, revealing the real world to himself once more. Behind him he heard the screeching and moaning of Marco. Suddenly his eyes began to glow red. His dismantled arm began to glow as well, as it crawled toward his body. He struggled as his body began to heat exponentially, and put itself together. "ONE OF US WILL DIE, YOU OR ME!" BOOM BOOM BOOM The thundering cracks muffle his words. Marco looked toward a figure standing behind a wall. The figure was clutching his arm. "You're still alive? I told you, bullets will not work." "They aren't normal bullets. These contain iyo." "No..." The figures eyes began to glow a bright lavender. Immediately Marco's body began to slowly disintegrate, tearing itself apart. The figure walked up to Marco who gasped one last time before he was interrupted. "Of course I can't be prepared for everything, but you, you were too easy" "Damn you... Franklin..." All that was left was dust. "Only we're demons Marco, Brutus isn't like us. I'll make sure he never will be." "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.04 22:59:00 - [238] - Quote Edit: Nevermind "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.05 00:32:00 - [239] - Quote OOC: Agree with Brutus. Subplots are good. They keep your writing up to snuff while expanding lore/story. Or in my case with Gran Arcadia, it might become central to the main story. I mean I have: Gran Arcadia Thanatos/Lionus memories Elder God backstory/ Death explanation Thanatos related Super Special Secret coming SOONGäó Diyad related Super Special Secret coming SOONGäó "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.06 20:20:00 - [240] - Quote OOC: Wait wait, are you two ACTUALLY joining this? "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.09 06:29:00 - [241] - Quote OOC: Uh oh, I think Nexhawk may have beaten me to something, which of course only reinforces my telepathic link theory. So let's see where this goes. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.10 22:51:00 - [242] - Quote OOC: Literally have a 3/4 done post in another tab. I've been losing a lot of sleep these past few weeks. Being this tired makes me really lazy. Coherency hurts me brain. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.11 22:49:00 - [243] - Quote Silence blanketed the pristine halls of the Haversham Estate, but the shadows flickered in such a peculiar manner. Narrett sprinted down the halls swiftly. Sara on his back, making not a sound. He was going to fast to notice the priceless art, sculptures, tapestry, paintings and the ornate borders that surround them. In any other situation he'd be having a field day. True enough he was a thief. He'd made his name known throughout all off Gran Arcadia. No one was faster, no one was more clever. No one fell into the shadows like he did. He was a man now. He felt pitiful, that his own sister risked torture beyond anything one has experienced, just to save him. He had to get out. He made his way to a tall set of double doors. They featured some elaborate pattern of gold. The door handles were shaped like serpents. He opened them, to reveal a large hall, apparently a ball room. The wall across from him was a large window, overlooking the skies adjacent the floating city. He watched, mesmerized by the deep sky in front of them. He just wanted to jump. He didn't care where he landed, as long as it was home. He set Sara down for a moment, so she too could marvel. For this brief moment they shared, time had slowed to a crawl. But they they knew that they had to leave. Narrett looked around the room almost confused. "We're lost aren't we?" "No Sara, we are not lost." "Then where are we?" "Well... look, he changed this place around. This mansion isn't anywhere near like it was three years ago." "It looks exactly the same." "...You're right." Narrett pauses for a moment. He begins to sign things with his left hand at his side. His eyes glow gold, much like his sister's had. "Oh no. Sara this place is enchanted! "THIS IS AN ILLUSIO--" He felt a blow to the back of the head. For a moment everything went fuzzy. Before he could balance himself, he felt his fingers being bound together. Sara screamed. "No need to use anymore of that precious magick Narrett." When his vision returned, he saw the room he was actually in. It was still a large room, but much more eerie. The walls were grey cobblestone and covered in cobwebs. The only light in the room shown from above him, where most of the ceiling was gone. There was a large statue at the center of each wall. The statues portrayed a large stone man, clad in a toga, mouth open wide. He stood tall and dignified, but his face shown utter despair. When he looked in front of him he saw two large men. Clad in white Brigg apparel as opposed to the common blue. There arms were not made of skin and flesh, but of silver. They had Sara, each holding one of her arms. She was blindfolded. In front of them stood Vergil. Before anyone could say anything, Narrett called from his sleeve a single dagger. He dashed toward Vergil, aiming for his neck. Vergil hardly reacted, instead he raised his hand. The blade collided with his palm, but instead of going straight through, it cracked. The force of the strike flung Narrett to the ground. "I don't know what it is, but today has been very fortunate for me. Now I have you and your sister. Hehe. Life has its way of turning around for you doesn't it. Unfortunately I only have one apparatus prepared for extracting one's magickal aura, and I'd like to begin now. So you sit tight." "VERGIL YOU BAS--" He was interrupted by the sound of stone grinding against stone. The heads of each statue were turning toward him. The open mouths began to scream. Around Narrett an invisible barrier began to form. He tried to push through it, but the sheer force began to tear the skin of his palms and fingertips. "I know you can't hear me, you see you're surrounded by a barrier of sound. This method is often used to cage up dangerous creatures or criminals. It also suppresses magick. I'd love to chat more but I must be on my way." Vergil and the two guards left the room along with Sara. No one could hear, Narrett's screams behind the barrier. Brutus and Franklin arrived at the front door of the Haversham estate. Surprisingly it was unlocked. Before them was a large elegant room with a staircase at the center. "This seems a little too easy. Be wary Brutus. --------- OOC------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1. Hey Brutus, what color was that flame? 2. Did I just use foreshadowing with that serpent door handle!?! I completely missed that. 3. Where is Xavier!?! "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.12 00:26:00 - [244] - Quote From the top of her throne, inside the Celestial Palace in the heavens, she watches down on the people of Dustia. In the distance she sees the Sea of Souls. Slowly it is being drained. To create New Gods. She is approached by one of her allies, the Void. "Your excellency, our attack on Diyad, would you consider it successful?" "Thanatos is not dead, like I'd hoped. But we did accomplish something. That man, Alixenus, he is dying. That is really what matters. He may not even know it yet, but we have planted a seed. We've only made a minor demonstration of our power, he has seen the destruction, so has the fiery lord. The seed has yet to sprout, for most it takes a lifetime for one to recognize their mortality. When this seed blooms, he'll infect everyone with it. Despair. In my worldtimes I have witnessed the effects of despair firsthand. I've shifted the course of entire wars. Despair is a powerful weapon. It would help to have it on our side. We only have 2,887 hours left until the World End. It's almost saddening to know that this one will be the last." Void stood attentive the entire time, he maintained a seemingly disconcerted expression "What is it? Why are you so silent?" "That is the first time I've heard you call him Thanatos." "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.12 01:08:00 - [245] - Quote ------OOC----------------------------------------- World End is completely elastic. Four months is plenty time for adventure. Maybe even enough to take control of your futures? "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 137	Posted - 2013.12.12 21:41:00 - [246] - Quote Sandromin Hes wrote: 1 day... The anticipation is killing me... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 138	Posted - 2013.12.12 22:48:00 - [247] - Quote On his knees, in front of him all he could see was the dust that was once Vektor. He shed no tears, he couldn't really. He'd shed more than any man should. The memories flowed through him. Vektor was his first friend when he had returned to Dustia after an eternity. He was the only one to know the secret of Lord Thanatos. He was Lionus Noxas III, the greatest king Diyad had ever known. Never had Diyad spoken of someone so highly since Francesco Diyat himself. Vektor, a simple alkhemist pulled him back into society. Helped him reach where he is today. Now he was gone. Thanatos' mind brimmed with anger, with vengeful fury. Why was this happening? Who is Death? Are they separate entities sharing a body, are they one and the same? Was he real? He had claimed with bombast and confidence, that he was now death defined. Sometimes it felt that way. He felt less than human. He spoke with powerful words, and wisdom. Death was more of a blanket of protection, than an enemy. The sweet embrace of empty darkness, web-like tendrils and suffocating miasma was more comforting than fear inducing. Other times, he felt himself. Thanatos the king. Eccentric, witty, extremely flirtatious and mildly self centered. He was a showman and a show off, like he had been since childhood. Things like jumping off an airship into the hand of a giant. Bursting in to the halls of the assembly with a sack, ready with liquor and gold. He was noble and honorable, as any ruler should be. He was the enlightened despot that the people needed. But now, both sides played the same tune. Anger. A searing pain welled up in his left arm. He tried to hold it back with his other arm, but the heat was too intense. Shadowy tendrils wrapped around his arm leaving only small spaces where an intense pink light shone through. His eyes glowed bright also. His arm was consumed, becoming a shadowy claw much like a gauntlet. The pain was too much, and Thanatos screamed at the top of his lungs. His once light skin grew slightly more pale. He felt a surge of power rush to his arm. The wreckage around him began pulling toward the emptiness within it. But then it stopped. The shadows began to disappear, returning his arm to normal. His eyes returned to their normal soft glow. He stood up, for apparently along with the shadows, his anger subsided as well. He began to walk away in silence, whispering but two words. "Not yet." After about an hour he made his way back to the palace, which was untouched for the most part, aside from the ash of the golems, that covered the ground. The ehrom blossoms still rained from the sky, cascading around the ash, it was almost haunting. As he made his way up the stairs to the main hall he stopped. A chill ran down his back. His face was in shock for a moment, but then he smiled. He felt the warmth of a flame above him. He spoke, without moving his mouth, sending a message to someone far away, and only they could hear it. "Brutus, you've done it. You've taken control of your future. Congratulations, you are the first. Now answer this, why are you in Gran Arcadia?" Brutus heard his voice, as if it were his own inner thoughts. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 139	Posted - 2013.12.19 01:00:00 - [248] - Quote ---OOC-------- Just to make this clear. The events taking place in Diyad/ gran Arcadia have occurred in the past. Hence Thanatos just now noticing Nashir. Also since I'm tired of typing "pink glowing eyes" all the time, I'm going to go the anime route, and just name the ability. Supreme Clairvoyance seems like an apt title: it refers to the special vision. So far, Brutus, Thanatos and Sandromin have it. While it's full nature hasn't been fully explored these are certain: 1. It can only be achieved by tempering/refining one's soul. How to do this depends on one's self. Brutus just did this recently. 2. It allows one to communicate telepathically with others who have it. 3. One's speed, strength, agility and precision are naturally enhanced. Not extremely, but noticeable. 4. One can see/interact between the different realms(ex. realm of spirits). Thanatos did this at the Assembly to force out Fate when she approached Xavier(M.I.A.) 5. One can use it's power to attack. Thanatos used it with his sword to cut Void. And now for the big, yet heavily hinted at reveal... 6. One can kill a god. Technically Sandromin did not complete #1, however he received it from Freedom, plus he has the blessing of the One or whatever. I'm sure this can't be replicated. Reading over this, these things seem a little OP. I assure you they aren't. Like a muscle it takes a lot of time and training to utilize these abilities. If you recall, it took several months for Thanatos to walk from the Logipriest island, take a boat to Mediterra, then walk to Venezzia. Throughout that time he underwent intense training, and he can't even fully access the full potential of this ability at will. Thanatos took a moment to process what had been said. Machine men, Snake of Illusion, Franklin. "Brutus I'm about to do something very delicate, so I need you to relax." Thanatos stood still, using the Supreme Clairvoyance. His vision went black, and then before him he saw a portly man and a large staircase. Before he could question Brutus he was interrupted by an unnatural presence. "Brutus... I don't know what you've gotten involved with, but please be careful!" Like a string, the connection was cut. He saw nothing but a black horizon. Like a heartbeat, a pink wave repeatedly echoed throughout the vast expanse revealing faint, but recognizable structures. He saw an ocean, and an island. Something was off. Something cold and desolate, and it challenged him. He felt it, like an instinct, an urge. His inner voice screamed it. "It challenges!" "Disorder!" "Unnatural!" "It doesn't belong!" "Anomaly!" "Anomaly!" "Result of Direct Intervention!" "Order must be restored!" "The anomaly must be eliminated!" Then the feeling went away. Thanatos decided not to act immediately on these feelings. He recalled the being called Time telling him that all will be revealed during the expedition. But first he had to get Brutus. Franklin stroked his chin for a moment. "I've been here before Brutus, we need to head this way first..." Franklin gestured toward the staircase. ... For a while they aimlessly searched hallways. Franklin looked genuinely confused. "This isn't right. The layout of the interior is all wrong. The hallways are different, the rooms, everything. Something is wrong... I see, this place has been enchanted. Finding the correct path may be difficult." But Franklin could not feel what Brutus felt. In his heart he felt the faint presence of someone familiar. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 139	Posted - 2013.12.19 20:26:00 - [249] - Quote Sandromin Hes wrote: Thanatos 716 wrote: ---OOC-------- Just to make this clear. The events taking place in Diyad/ gran Arcadia have occurred in the past. Hence Thanatos just now noticing Nashir. Also since I'm tired of typing "pink glowing eyes" all the time, I'm going to go the anime route, and just name the ability. Supreme Clairvoyance seems like an apt title: it refers to the special vision. So far, Brutus, Thanatos and Sandromin have it. While it's full nature hasn't been fully explored these are certain: 1. It can only be achieved by tempering/refining one's soul. How to do this depends on one's self. Brutus just did this recently. 2. It allows one to communicate telepathically with others who have it. 3. One's speed, strength, agility and precision are naturally enhanced. Not extremely, but noticeable. 4. One can see/interact between the different realms(ex. realm of spirits). Thanatos did this at the Assembly to force out Fate when she approached Xavier(M.I.A.) 5. One can use it's power to attack. Thanatos used it with his sword to cut Void. And now for the big, yet heavily hinted at reveal... 6. One can kill a god. Technically Sandromin did not complete #1, however he received it from Freedom, plus he has the blessing of the One or whatever. I'm sure this can't be replicated. Reading over this, these things seem a little OP. I assure you they aren't. Like a muscle it takes a lot of time and training to utilize these abilities. If you recall, it took several months for Thanatos to walk from the Logipriest island, take a boat to Mediterra, then walk to Venezzia. Throughout that time he underwent intense training, and he can't even fully access the full potential of this ability at will. Thanatos took a moment to process what had been said. Machine men, Snake of Illusion, Franklin. "Brutus I'm about to do something very delicate, so I need you to relax." Thanatos stood still, using the Supreme Clairvoyance. His vision went black, and then before him he saw a portly man and a large staircase. Before he could question Brutus he was interrupted by an unnatural presence. "Brutus... I don't know what you've gotten involved with, but please be careful!" Like a string, the connection was cut. He saw nothing but a black horizon. Like a heartbeat, a pink wave repeatedly echoed throughout the vast expanse revealing faint, but recognizable structures. He saw an ocean, and an island. Something was off. Something cold and desolate, and it challenged him. He felt it, like an instinct, an urge. His inner voice screamed it. "It challenges!" "Disorder!" "Unnatural!" "It doesn't belong!" "Anomaly!" "Anomaly!" "Result of Direct Intervention!" "Order must be restored!" "The anomaly must be eliminated!" Then the feeling went away. Thanatos decided not to act immediately on these feelings. He recalled the being called Time telling him that all will be revealed during the expedition. But first he had to get Brutus. Franklin stroked his chin for a moment. "I've been here before Brutus, we need to head this way first..." Franklin gestured toward the staircase. ... For a while they aimlessly searched hallways. Franklin looked genuinely confused. "This isn't right. The layout of the interior is all wrong. The hallways are different, the rooms, everything. Something is wrong... I see, this place has been enchanted. Finding the correct path may be difficult." But Franklin could not feel what Brutus felt. In his heart he felt the faint presence of someone familiar. Scratch that. I'll be thinking of a name. What? "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 139	Posted - 2013.12.19 23:07:00 - [250] - Quote Sandromin Hes wrote: I was going to say shorten it down to Clairvoyance, but I wanted to think of something more Latin. EDIT: I'm pretty sure I gave it a name. Or maybe not... EDIT x 2: Clarity, Clairvoyance, Vidis, Vis, Visus. EDIT x 3: Okay, @ #2, yes, but really, it gives insight into the mind's "window" if you will. So really, it allows for mind "vision," which with two parties becomes telepathy. I'm going to say this skill is refinable, so you can sharpen it to block out other people or pry into another's mind. Untrained people beware. @ #4, yes, it allows for spiritual and magical manipulation (auras, etc). @ #5 Really, it's an extension of #4 over there. Since Visus (I'm calling it that) allows for aural manipulation, it basically opens up the ability of using magic, but other stuff as well hint hint and if you didn't catch that last part, other stuff as well HINT HINT Oh, and everyone remembers that metaphorical 6 month training session Sandromin experienced in his mind? Good. I'm going to relay back to that in the nigh-upcoming fight against Nashir. For #2 that's basically what I meant. I must have deleted part of the explanation. "It allows one to see the truths beyond truth, and have sight beyond sight." In French clair=clear and voyance=vision. Visus is good. Also I kind of agree with Nexhawk. I'd kinda planned the whole aural manipulation/attacking using Visus to be a completely different type of combat, especially since Thanatos has sworn off magick(explained in my backstory/book thing I'm still doing) and he literally cannot use Alkhemy anymore. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 139	Posted - 2013.12.22 01:43:00 - [251] - Quote ----OOC------------------------ Hey Brutus. Franklin can't seem to wink wink SEE wink wink the way... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 141	Posted - 2013.12.30 07:01:00 - [252] - Quote Brutus Pyrus wrote: (Ooc) where's Xavier to tell a synopsis?(ooc) ----OOC----------------------------------------- I don't know. I'm getting really scared... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 145	Posted - 2013.12.31 02:20:00 - [253] - Quote OOC: Perhaps I'll make it a separate race. They only existed(for the most part) up until the Second Era. They only come from one small region in the far northeast. You can't even called it a nation. They are gifted with the ability to fly and a very long lifespan(fast healing included). They are said to have been a race directly born from the Lesser Goddess, Sky(or in the case of Sandmen lore, Wind, one of the Second made by Wisdom, who was born from Dust). Their magick doesn't strictly pertain to wind, but instead weather(particularly lightning). "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 145	Posted - 2014.01.04 00:12:00 - [254] - Quote -----OOC----------------------- 1.) Finish my book in time. 2.) Think about exercising even more than I did last year 3.) Play Dust(seriously) 4.) Get a job 6.) Eat a crumpet(the hell are they???) 7.) Kill Thanatos for good. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 145	Posted - 2014.01.06 21:46:00 - [255] - Quote Brutus, right now you are in a room inside the Haversham Estate. It is dank and eerie. At each wall is a large muscular statue, mouth agape. From the open mouths a beam of sound shoots straight toward Narrett creating a barrier around him. He can't seem to get out, nor can you hear him. "Well Brutus it would seem that the barrier of sound is suppressing his magick. We need to take down these statues." Franklin sprints to one of the statues. Without stopping he spins, quickly wielding his custom revolver and shooting seven bullets into the upper torso. Following the momentum he launches himself into the air with surprising finesse given his physical appearance. From his inner coat a cable launches into the torso pulling him to it like the line of a fishing rod. As he hangs from the gargantuan statue his eyes begin to glow purple. The entire upper statue begins to change from a hard stone, to loose sand, spilling onto the floor. The barrier around Narrett seems weaken... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 148	Posted - 2014.01.12 23:54:00 - [256] - Quote -----OOC------------------ It pains me to say this but I guess it's official. Xavier is dead. He's been gone for months without even a goodbye. No word since November 3rd. His last post was: "I honestly cannot wait for your response." This was addressed to Nexhawk who at the time had soldiers engaging in battle with him. I miss him. I really do. I have no idea what to do without him here. He was our first antihero/villain and he was awesome. Lucia has lost a great and inspiring leader. Perhaps not the one it deserved, but the one it needed. Seriously though, if you're out there Xavier, please let us know. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 149	Posted - 2014.01.13 23:13:00 - [257] - Quote -----OOC---------------------------------------- Maybe he's run off with CCP Mintchip. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 153	Posted - 2014.01.31 07:15:00 - [258] - Quote -----OOC-------------------------------------------------------------- I'll start posting SoonGäó. I've been sick you see, got a bad sinus infection back around New Years. I just recently finished my medication a couple weeks ago and last week I got sick all over again. Not happy about that, not at all. I feel like death(don't even think about it). SoonGäó could be when I feel better, or it could be Friday night/Saturday morning. We'll see how tomorrow pans out. Also: Galrick I would refrain from puppet-ing/involving Nashir like that. Lest we run into any conflict. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 153	Posted - 2014.02.06 22:50:00 - [259] - Quote -----OOC----- Oh Brutus!!! "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 153	Posted - 2014.02.07 20:50:00 - [260] - Quote -----OOC------------------ Jesus Christ that is spectacular. I don't even know what to say. This is a great thing you have here. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 155	Posted - 2014.02.17 01:59:00 - [261] - Quote -----OOC------------ That's it, no more! This goes for all of us. I feel like this thread is slowly dying and we're doing little to help it. I remember when we'd have multiple posts in the same day. Now we have days, sometimes a week between responses. I don't want this thread to die. I don't want this story to just wither away into nothingness. I want to keep going, to have an adventure, to laugh, to cry, to have fun. I can't keep procrastinating, none of us can. If we maintained our pace of yesteryear we'd be passed page 150 by now and be well into the 2000 posts. Come on guys. We've got to revive this threadnaught! "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 157	Posted - 2014.02.27 10:33:00 - [262] - Quote Oh, I didn't even realize Brutus ever responded to me. I was waiting for you this whole time. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 157	Posted - 2014.02.28 03:08:00 - [263] - Quote Brutus Pyrus wrote: The giant just tilted his head as he stared at the vault door. "Well Brutus?" Franklin mused behind his companion. Brutus still started. Trying to concentrate on makeing the door, something other than a door. In all honesty he didn't"5 really understand the fundamentals of this magik. It was strange and too scientific for his liking. "Brutus? Are you alright?" The giant still stared intently at the door. "Perhaps we should-" the snake started, but Franklin quickly quieted him. Brutus kept trying to focus. He kept thinking of sand and dirt. But he felt nothing. Saw nothing. Finally after what felt like hours of staring at the vault door the giant snapped. He started slamming his fists on the door with such vicious power that he began to feel his armor dent. Franklin and the snake tried to stop him but his anger was too much. He had defeated three, men of metal and countless foot soilders to be beaten by a door! The rage he was having was not the blood lust he had beaten, but that of a defeated man. He kept hammering on the vault...until one of his hits stuck. He stopped, pulling back his fist he saw something odd. Yellow sand was in a fist shaped hole now, among the minor dents of the vault. "I'll be damned... He did it..." The giant slowly turned to his friends, before giving a laugh and continuing his onslaught. Sand flew with every blow as hit after hit left hole after hole. The giant had learned magics. (Ooc) sorry for the sloppiness. I haven't written in forever.(ooc) After passing through the large opening where a vault once was, the trio found themselves in front of a large staircase. An unfamiliar voice echoed out, "You've come to far already! You won't make it passed this point. Lord Haversham shant allow it. I built these men with my own two hands, and they will bury you all." Suddenly the ceiling from above the staircase began to open up, revealing dozens of glass pods containing a small army of Silver Briggs. Each with four arms like Marco, but they only stood at six feet. The silver of their mechanical arms bounced light that refracted through there glass casings emitting an array of colorful lights. The glass casings began to open up dropping the Silver Briggs like rainfall. As they each plummeted fracturing the floor beneath them, they began charging toward the giant. "This may be the home stretch, and we might just not make it," exclaimed Franklin cautiously. "We have to," replied Narrett with a determined look on his face. "Yes of course we do." Narrett leaped from Brutus' shoulder landing hard on his feet. He began making symbols with his hand while whispering some foreign language. Suddenly around him two transparent, almost ethereal snakes appeared coiled around him. His he whispered the snakes began to frantically retreat from his body. An almost heavenly light shone around him, his skin became a paler white and his black hair turned as silver as snow. His irises became a fluorescent gold. Franklin also hopped from Brutus' shoulders, his eyes glowing lavender, revolver in hand. Brutus also stood prepared for battle. Franklin ran swiftly for his size, sidestepping the soldiers as they charged straight ahead. He wasted no time emptying bullets into their heads. Narrett seemed almost unaffected by gravity, as he ran across the room and up the wall. Some of the soldiers looked surprised while others began using their powerful arms to climb the wall after him. Brutus began grabbing them by the handful and smashing them into each other. Narrett extended his hand by his side and a gold orb of energy began to flow and swirl in the palm of his hand. He launched the golden orb towards a group of guards on the ground. The blast from the orb launched the guards to the ground, some of them convulsed as if stuck by lightning. Without looking behind him and keeping his pace he summoned his dagger into his hand. This time he used his golden magick to enchant the blade as he quickly flung it into the wall behind him. The guards who were just catching up with him had payed the blade no mind and proceeded. Before they realized it a large bubble of golden energy flung them off the wall and onto the ground far across the room. Narrett finally jumped from the wall into the lake of Silver Briggs. From his hand this time he summoned as word made of this golden magickal energy. He began dispatching them swiftly. Each swing launched them backwards. As a Brigg launched his fist Franklin quickly ducked under then pulled himself behind him pressing his revolver into it's skull. As another approached from his left he pivoted toward him, rolling over his back. As the Brigg turned around he was met by a large foot kicking him upwards. Meanwhile Narrett threw another orb, blasting back several guards. They flew far enough down the room to fly over Franklin's head. With astonishing precision Franklin shot each of the airborne guards directly in their chests. The airborne corpses were caught by Brutus who flung the bodies into another group. Before the living guards could untangle themselves from the bodies, Franklin used Alkhemy to begin disintegrating the bodies with the iyo from his custom rounds. He used the iyo to pass through to the alive guards whose bodies also disintegrated. Brutus wondered to himself how a seemingly jolly fat man was a deadly fighter. The battle seemed to go on for hours until finally each Silver was vanquished. "We did it," said Franklin, panting in exhaustion. Narrett said nothing but instead began the trek up the long staircase. "Of course there's a huge staircase, perhaps these will kill me," Franklin joked. He signaled Brutus to follow upward. This would be a long climb, they'd have more than enough time to clear their heads. -----OOC---------- Annnd this hiatus has been detrimental to my writing. This is really sloppy. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 158	Posted - 2014.03.01 22:08:00 - [264] - Quote Guys... I did something. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 159	Posted - 2014.03.06 01:55:00 - [265] - Quote OOC: So despite constantly reminding Sand that he needs to get this going, he still hasn't. Sorry guys, I tried. Brutus however... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 159	Posted - 2014.03.21 03:57:00 - [266] - Quote -----OOC---------- Temporary hiatus in effect for the next week or two, I meant to tell you guys days ago. May or may not return in full force. Within that time I expect Sandromin to stop neglecting the thread. That is all. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 159	Posted - 2014.04.27 16:46:00 - [267] - Quote Glorious return imminent... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 159	Posted - 2014.04.28 01:19:00 - [268] - Quote -----OOC---------- Well here goes. Time for a little explanation for my absence. Remember that little story I was writing? Well it was due around the end of last month. Through the time I had I spent most of my time outlining and planning. Soon I realized the deadline had approached and I needed to actually have something presentable. So within that time I finished 47 pages, 16,0048 words. The project goals did not include finishing the entire book and that was far more than my peers with similar projects accomplished, so that was a success. Within that period I found a lot of my weaknesses in my writing, not that I expect them to disappear immediately, but now I can work on them. That coupled with the work being unfinished is why I'm unwilling to share it with you guys. Maybe one day when I've revised and finished it. I can provide a loose summary however if anyone is curious. So now I've had time to decompress and Nexhawk has fully inspired me to continue forth. I'm a little wary about continuing where Brutus and I left off so I'm going to leave that business for tomorrow. Today I've decided to write a little one-off in memory of our dear friend Xavier, who seemingly won't be returning. I wish only the best for him, wherever he may be. Nothingness, the worst feeling imaginable. No pain, no agony, not thoughts. Silence couldn't describe the lack of sound, and blindness could not describe the lack of light. Emptiness could not describe this feeling, or perhaps this non-feeling. "Huh, so this is the Oblivion?" The voiced seemed piercingly loud, but it was probably because there had been no sound before. A green light shone faintly in the nothingness, which tried so hard to speak out. "I suppose Time is here as well" "I am." A yellow light had appeared next to the green. The nothingness once more tried to speak out, but of course, nothing. "Well speak up dwarf, what are you trying to ask?" All of a sudden an illuminated body appeared, a dwarf, taller than most. Undoubtedly from Lucia. Weakly he spoke out, surprised by the sound that escaped his newly formed lips. "A-am I dead?" The green light laughed. "Dead? Sanity doesn't die, it just sleeps. The correct question is, why are you here if you weren't erased. To that I respond, I don't quite know. Only gods like us come to the Oblivion, you're just the pre--image of your present self. If I were to take a guess, the meddling of the Elder Gods, namely Fate, has caused the order to fall apart." Mistaken for a god? The dwarf smirked at the thought. "So am I here forever?" "Likely," replied the yellow light. "To pass the Ti-- oh well I guess there isn't Time. Well there's me, but I am no one now. So I guess I should say, to ease your nothingness you should ask any question you wish, we were once gods you know, Freedom and I." The dwarf looked puzzled for a moment, which on Dustia could have actually been ages, but for him was but a moment. Finally he understood his situation a bit. "Who?" The green light chuckled approvingly, " I am Freedom, that is Time. Maybe was would be a better term. We were the ethereal guardians of the mortal realm. We are merely incarnations, our roles must be filled by others at some point. Everyone dies. We are descendants of the One. One is all, and all is One. One is our birthplace, and where we shall one day return. One created gods, none created One." "Where?" This time, He Who Was Time spoke. "This is the Oblivion, even the gods don't know what this quite is. No god has been sent here, for this is where we are erased. Since the dawn of One, we have feared this place with all of our incarnations. It is nothingness, it is beyond terrifying." "What?" He Who Was Freedom responded, "So you noticed, we said no god. I can't tell you everything, but I'll tell you this. No god has been here that much is true, long ago however, one was sent here. He was cast here by Fate under the influences of the other Elders. I do hate when mortals refer to her as evil, she just couldn't understand. She couldn't help being corrupted. All actions have equal reactions. Her action was love, her reaction was something new, something we hadn't faced before. It's unfair to say it hit her first, really I was the first to experience this, she just felt the worst of it. Call it what you want mortal, like the Sandmen do, like the Ashborn do, like the Diyadians do! Tell me how the world was made. Corruption showed us a new weapon, a seed that was more powerful than all of his sins and all of his weapons. He divided the rest of his essence among his children, then used the remainder of his existence to define the seed, fear. It takes no form, we create it in ourselves, and it can birth all evils. She cast him into the Oblivion out of fear, out of love. Who knew love could birth fear? Truly that is the greatest weapon. [Out of space] "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 159	Posted - 2014.04.28 01:44:00 - [269] - Quote [Continued] "When?" He Who Was Time replied, "Dustia has gone through many cycles of rebirth, much to our dismay. The gods are holding civilization in a permanent stasis. Once they learn the truth they must be wiped out, so then they are born again. We've gone through maybe 7,000 world cycles now. Far more than we should have. You see now why mortals can't understand? Fate the fallen goddess, you think she just recently turned this way on her own? All of the Elders have a hand in this and they have for too long. All of us die, did you know that? Gods too! That's this hidden truth. A mortal can slay a god, but first they must prove themselves, refine their souls, temper them like steel. That is when they gain Visus, that is when they can slay us. When one slays a god they take their place. Thus the system cleans itself out to prevent corruption. I remember my origin. San Savejo, 3047 AE, World Cycle 322,097,099. We were the largest world super power of the Southern Dustian hemisphere. I was some kind of rebel, an activist maybe. I slayed the last Freedom, he had grown complacent. With my vigor freedom spread like wildfire throughout the world. That was so long ago. Some of us stay longer than others, but for a while now, the Elders have prevented this from happening again. So why was Fate stricken so badly? Maybe because she was young? Maybe I'll explain that another time." "Why?" Both lights spoke, taking turns for each sentence, "Only One knows. Yes there is only so much we're unwilling to share. Oh, but what of the mortals now? Well, the Elders are fully corrupted. Fate has become a monster. Those mortals down below: Brutus, Nexhawk, Sandromin, Alixenus, Conyr, Alihes, Narrett, Sara, Sol, The Red Queen, the Archnecromancer, the Stone Man, even the real Xavier. Them and all they meet are now part of a large game. The end is coming. The final battle is slowly catching up to them, but not quite there yet. There is an adventure of sorts ahead of them. Every action is crucial, at any moment either side could crumble. It is the Battle Royale. We did all we could to ensure they can fix our mess. The dwarf was silent for a long time, which could have actually just been a moment on Dustia, but to him it was a long time. He Who Was Once Freedom spoke one last time. "Those heroes, then you have Thanatos. Fate is a powerful manipulator and a monster. We gods think that in order for a mortal to be a monster, they must be a hero first. Not too long ago a hero died at the hands of Fate. Yes, I pity Thanatos, who like Fate has moved them about like pawns, just as manipulative she is. Woe is the world that bred from the Dust of a hero, a monster born to swallow up another." "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 160	Posted - 2014.04.28 02:14:00 - [270] - Quote -----OOC---------- Since I was afraid to control his character should he return, this is supposed to be a representation of his lost sanity. Really this was just meant as a little one-off. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 161	Posted - 2014.04.30 01:46:00 - [271] - Quote -----OOC---------- Okay roll call. Everyone needs to confirm their existence. This thread WILL be revived. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 161	Posted - 2014.05.01 23:05:00 - [272] - Quote OOC: Umm I hope this thread hasn't been abandoned. Nexhawk is here, I'm here. Sand, I don't want to have to reprimand you. Take a break from Counter-Strike and push this thing along. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 161	Posted - 2014.05.16 00:54:00 - [273] - Quote OOC: I don't know any of their PSN names. I need Brutus to come back so I can continue on. Thanatos can't join you guys until he finds Brutus, and Brutus needs to find Sara. Seriously Brutus, tell me you're here and I'll go ahead and continue on... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 161	Posted - 2014.05.16 20:05:00 - [274] - Quote I... uninstalled Dust just the other day. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 161	Posted - 2014.06.09 03:34:00 - [275] - Quote OOC: YAY! One down, that leaves Vyzion, Galrick and just maybe Xavier. Well tomorrow is E3 so I may not be able to respond. Maybe if I have only a little homework I can channel some of my excitement into a wall of text. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 161	Posted - 2014.06.16 06:58:00 - [276] - Quote [E3 Week is over and my last classes are later today. Although I have about 4 exams through the next week so studying will reach a new level of intensity(meaning I will actually study). Watch this space though, you may find a pleasant surprise between today and tomorrow.] "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 161	Posted - 2014.06.19 06:18:00 - [277] - Quote OOC: Fine, no more procrastinating. I won't let you all go on without me. The trio's long ascent up the staircase had given them time to prepare. Lord Haversham awaited them, performing who knows what kind of atrocities on the poor Sara. As they reached the doors at the top they feared what they might see. Slowly Narrett eased the handle, pushing the door open. The slow, haunting creaking from the old, worn entrance sent chills down his spine. When it was finally open, he almost couldn't believe what he saw. The room had been torn apart. Corpses lay scattered around the room, bloody and torn apart. Most notably was the corpse of, Vergil Haversham himself. His body lay at the center of the room, his head no where to be found. What was most haunting however was the sight of Sara. Coiled in corner covered in blood, her golden hair was now silver, her skin was pale and her irises were pink, the sclera surrounding them was completely black. She was covered in blood. All of a sudden she began whimpering, and whimpering became shrieking. She looked in complete terror at some invisible threat. Narrett rushed toward her side to calm her, but then stopped. He fell to his knees, eyes in shock at what he saw before him. Blood from the corpses around the room began to rise from the ground, swirling around in a circular motion before forming an orb. The orb then took the shape of a boy, one he had never seen before. Brutus and Franklin followed swiftly behind, but they could not see the figure made of blood, staring directly at the silver haired siblings. The figure glared with utter disgust, then it began to scream at them, as if they were a single person. The screams seemed to echo within their ears, his words drawn out like those of a phantom. "LIONUS, YOU TRAITOR! YOU WOULD KILL ME? It was supposed to be us. You were supposed to be my real family, not them! NO NO NO NO NOOO! YOU'RE JUST ANOTHER ONE, A DECEIVER, A LIAR! You think I don't see what lies within you. YOU'RE A MONSTER! A vile demon from the cold abyss!?! Is that why you betray me, is this your nature!?! We were both cursed, that is why we were meant to be brothers! How could I be so wrong. Everyone I know is like this. But you, you are truly evil. YOU ARE A MONSTER." The two siblings began to hyperventilate, unable to let the screams of terror escape their throats. Franklin and Brutus tried their best to wake them, but to no avail. They were forced to hear the screams of the demonic boy forged from blood. "DO YOU HEAR ME LIONUS NOXAS III!?! Was it my sister? You love her more than me?" The demon was silent for a moment. "It's her! Anastasia? Not me? Not me? Not me? NOT ME NOT ME NOT ME NOT ME NOT ME!?! YOU MONSTER! YOU'LL KILL ME? KILL ME? KILL ME! DO IT! END THIS DESPAIR! CONSUME ME REAPER, FOR YOU'LL FIND YOUR ONLY COMPANY WILL BE MY HATRED! FOREVER AND EVER! FOREVER AND EVER!" With that the expression on his face was that of immense pain. He let out the most awful, blood curdling scream as his liquid body exploded. This, Franklin and Brutus did hear. Pure fear shot through them as they listened in horror to the scream. They saw the blood in room shoot with amazing force toward Narrett and Sara, whipping them against the wall. The wall behind them cracked as they plummeted to the ground unconscious. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 161	Posted - 2014.06.20 22:22:00 - [278] - Quote OOC: ^^^^This guy, this guy up here never ceases to impress me ;) "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 161	Posted - 2014.06.23 03:37:00 - [279] - Quote OOC: WHOA WHOA WHOA! Don't do this Brutus. I didn't realize I wrote "plummeted to the ground", I meant the floor. Oh no, what have I done!?! "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 161	Posted - 2014.06.24 21:45:00 - [280] - Quote OOC: Another REALLY strange case of our telepathy. When I first read your death I had realized that you were dead because of my poor wording. I was thinking of a way to bring you back and it was alarmingly similar to this. You people are real right? Not just figments of my imagination? Or am I a figment of yours??? "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 162	Posted - 2014.06.28 09:12:00 - [281] - Quote Franklin had exited the estate only to see two children, still as death. Cradled in the arms of a much larger corpse. And so he just stood there, staring at his own graveyard. He knew the children were alive, if you could call it that. Their skin turned pale white, and their hair was as silver as snow. Their eyes were black, their breaths were short and distanced by several minutes, there heartbeats even longer. There he stood, still faced, seemingly indifferent. He had grown accustomed to death, this was another sheet of innocents lost at his hands. He sat beside the giant, speaking to him as if he was also going to die, and he had only a few breaths. "I'm a horrible liar. I mean, well, not a bad liar. I'm rather good at lying, it's a part of my profession. I mean my lies carry terrible secrets. I lied to those kids, and you too. There is much in my life that I'm not sure if I'm proud of. The Ratt of Information, a name that dies today with you. I haven't lived here as long as you'd think. Not too long before the Elaphastor family. Narrett, Sara, and Aidan. They're special kids, y'know. Very special, part of a long dead race. Skymages, that's what Vergil wanted. Don't quite know how these kids exist, the last of their kin disappeared in the last Era. They live longer than us, they heal fast, they control magicks of the sky. They're similar to another race of mir that exist today, there doesn't seem to be any connection however. I've read that they can fly. But from what we've seen today you could probably come to the conclusion that they're not pure." "I was born in Diyad, and I've served the king for many years. I operate in the shadows, I do the things that good valiant men cannot. I make it my business to deal in death, deception, conspiracy, and espionage. I've been stationed here for a few years now, every death is on my hands. Several innocents, women and children. Fathers and mothers. Some I killed directly, some were caught in the metaphorical crossfire, implying I never miss a shot with my revolver. I'm a genius, and I'm not afraid to admit it. Don't mistake that for arrogance, or pride, it's the damned truth. I'm also not afraid to admit that the death doesn't phase me one bit. Efficiency is all I care about. I get my job done and I always surpass expectations. Today I completed my mission. I participated in the seedy dealings of Gran Arcadia and the Dorado Syndicate for several years under the guise of ho-hum information broker, and I saw to it that the administration was left decapitated. The arrival of these children and you only made my job easier. The Syndicate was weaker than I thought, everything relied on one person. No one is this town is going to pick up the pieces. So what happens now? Diyad will take action, before long this floating monstrosity will become a province of Diyad once again. There's only a few more independent floating cities left. They'll be far easier to wear down than this. It's dark, sinister work, but even our noble king knows this is necessary, despite how much it may hurt him to allow it." "I even adapted alkhemy, I weaponized it. I can break down a man's body to Dust with a properly placed bullet. It's that easy for me. Death is in my nature, yet why? Why right now, do I want to die? Why does it ache, Brutus?" He pauses for a moment, then finally opens his mouth again. "My kin, my family, we are the shadows, we are the left hand of the King. Appreciate this name giant, none living will ever hear it." ... ... ... "Voxtrot" -------Several Hours Later------- Lord Thanatos arrived with three teams of six elite Alkhemist Knights. They had flooded in Dorado, seeing the aftermath. Of the bloody battles waged this passed night. Thanatos walked swiftly toward the crater in the ground. By this time only Brutus remained there. He was too heavy to be moved. Franklin, walked swiftly passed him, not making eye contact, almost not recognizing his existence. But as he passed, he whispered something almost silently, "a full report will be delivered soon, m'Lord." When he arrived at the crater he could not believe what he had saw. His friend lay there dead, Brutus. For a fleeting moment he was frozen, but then he felt something, something far in the abyss. A flame, not extinguished, but dim as an ember. He smiled in relief. His eyes instinctively glowed pink, and this time that other voice spoke. That heavy, suffocating voice. "I'm no company yet, you have much left." He will live. The spry soldier from earlier arrived at his side. It was Lt. Evens. A drop of sweat fell from his hazel brow. "M'Lord, this city is hell. There is an entire sub district of people dying from some unknown illness. There are men of machine and flesh, and the estate... it's flooded with blood." "This is more serious than I had first thought. Scrounge up as many men as you can down below. Not too many, the relief efforts in Karthage haven't ceased. Just enough, understood?" Yes sir, oh and before I go, there are two children, stricken by some terrible trauma. Pale skin and hair, like nothing I've seen." "Thank you for bringing this to my attention Evens, I'll be sure to check on them." -------- A Couple Hours Later-------- Thanatos had thought nothing of it, two children, likely victims of this mysterious plague. Poor souls, he thought. He arrived at the central clinic where many of the injured and sick were being treated. Disturbingly, here he felt almost at home. The white, sterile walls became engulfed in a thick black miasma that welcomed him, each curtained room was merely another shadowy hallway with a soul aching to join him in his journey down the twisted corridor. Any doctor that tried to trap his attention found themselves unsuccessful in their hunt. Finally he arrived at the room with two children, and the shadowy world shattered... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 162	Posted - 2014.06.28 09:24:00 - [282] - Quote They lay in the same cot, held in their own cold embrace. Lionus' heart stopped, beside the cot he fell to his knees. His vision blurred and his ears were filled with an inescapable siren. He glanced at the blood on their clothes that had been tossed in a pile in favor, of the white gowns they wore now. He stared at the haunting sanguine stains. He stifled the urge to vomit. In his mind he heard the memories, the screams of a boy, who was once his age. The screams however, were drowned out by the sirens. He looked to the children once more, and did not break his gaze. For hours he must have stared, but for him it was merely a moment. He felt the waves of a roaring ocean beating against his chest. Memories once lost began to flood through his mind with tremendous force. His eyes dilated, until the pink nearly consumed them. The beating in his chest pounded harder and harder, finally forcing him forward. He caught the two children in a tight embrace. Scorching tears shot down his face. He whispered to himself: "Anastasia, what have I done? I have stared deep into the abyss, and now it stares inside myself, and now I've become..." When Thanatos, left the clinic, he had come one step closer The Truth. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 163	Posted - 2014.06.28 10:25:00 - [283] - Quote Thanatos 716 wrote: Thanatos' eyes began to glow with intensity as he sat down at the end of the long table, looking at the glowing globe that floated at the center of the table. He looked at his hands for a moment, before looking back at the two men before him. His words held unfamiliar gravity. "There is more to existence than toil, reward, conflict and the mysticism of the unknown. There will come a time when we will have a choice, to be content with the restrictions of the inevitable, or to shatter them. My father said these words before he died. Until recently, I was incapable of comprehension. Now I have clarity. But I cannot orchestrate new beginnings, nor can I achieve them alone. I can merely show you the way if you choose to let me. So use this information as you will." Oh my, I actually wrote this? I mean it's nothing impressive but it's leagues ahead of my recent postings. I need to up my game... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 163	Posted - 2014.07.04 19:58:00 - [284] - Quote OOC: "Nothing beside remains. Round the decay Of that colossal wreck, boundless and bare The lone and level sands stretch far away." "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 163	Posted - 2014.07.10 21:00:00 - [285] - Quote OOC: Sandromin hasn't been on Steam the past few days. I'll try to catch him next time he comes online. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 163	Posted - 2014.08.07 18:20:00 - [286] - Quote Ner'Zul Nexhawk wrote: //OOC: I've been really busy these past few weeks with moving to a new house and such, but I refuse to believe that everyone else has been just as busy. We can't just let this thread deteriorate! //End of OOC\\ Sandromin seems to think so... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 164	Posted - 2014.08.12 02:43:00 - [287] - Quote ATTENTION ALL WRITERS Sandromin and I have been discussing how we're going about continuing the story from here on out. He is reluctant to return to the forum after CCP murdered Dust and a hefty chunk of the forums. I've urged him to continue on in the thread. He insists we continue on in book form. I personally believe that our narrative is best suited by this thread format. One thing is sure. WE NEED TO COMMUNICATE BETTER IN ORDER TO GIVE TIMELY RESPONSES Sandromin and I ask that you share contact information. Preferably e-mail. If you have Steam, that's even better. I want this to continue to its end(which is far ahead of us) and that can't be done when people are taking weeks in between posts. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 165	Posted - 2014.09.06 21:25:00 - [288] - Quote OOC: And just when I thought this thread was dead, Vyzion saves the day. I'll add you right now(Steam Username: Patterbits). Although I disagreed with Sandromin for a while, it's becoming more and more clear. Iff we want this to continue, it has to transcend the Locker Room(which is already a shell of its former self). I was originally going to write a long sappy speech here, but I think everyone gets how special this is. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 167	Posted - 2014.10.02 03:21:00 - [289] - Quote Now really I need Brutus to return before I can continue anything. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 168	Posted - 2014.11.17 05:13:00 - [290] - Quote Sand more or less gave up on it but I still check in daily. Basically trying to keep this on life support. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."

Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 169	Posted - 2014.11.17 05:17:00 - [291] - Quote Legion pretty much killed Sandromin's spirit. The whole story so far is in written form, but no one really seems to have the time to continue it. I'm gonna miss it though. Helped me through some really tough times. And I've made some really good friends. It hurts to say goodbye so for now I'll hold on, just a little longer... "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 170	Posted - 2014.12.01 14:22:00 - [292] - Quote Sandromin and I(mostly him for now) have been working on a series of short stories, although very shortly. He may be willing to come back after finishing the first story. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 170	Posted - 2014.12.01 15:45:00 - [293] - Quote Haha, the IV part was just a joke. It was actually the first and only one. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."
Thanatos 716 Isuuaya Tactical Caldari State 173	Posted - 2014.12.06 04:33:00 - [294] - Quote Brutus Pyrus wrote: We tried everyone. Good god did we try. But all good things must die. But if anyof you guys ever find another place to post this, find me. I'm still on psn or steam. If you guys want my names just hit up the forum again. It may not have to die yet Brutus. What's your Steam ID? Sandromin and I will add you. "Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds."

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