The Soul Stealer's Gambit
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02/06/2013:
=The "Disagreement"
(Log by Samiyah)
Belgarion says (in common), 'well Shilea is prolly waiting for me'.
Belgarion gets a skill score from bag made from warrior hide.
Belgarion gives you a skill score.
You tell Belgarion (in common), 'thank you!'.
Belgarion tells you (in common), 'you’re welcome'.
You tell Belgarion (in common), '... though I am not happy with you.'.
You tell Belgarion (in common), 'so I should not have accepted your gift.'.
(Sami leaves the guild and goes about mobhunting.)
Belgarion tells you (in common), ‘I would like to talk to you'.
Cave Before N'Kai
[Exits: north south]
You tell Belgarion (in common), 'I am doing a mob hunt at this time, and have but 10 minutes to find two creatures so I can advance.'.
Belgarion tells you (in common), 'did you want to talk to me?'.
You tell Belgarion (in common), 'If you wish.'.
The Storytelling Amphitheater
[Exits: west]
You are in a small amphitheater. Several rows of curved marble benches
curl comfortably around a raised dais. The high ceiling and polished
stone walls are shaped to reflect the voice of the speaker at the dais,
letting them be heard throughout the room. An open archway to the west
leads out into a small courtyard.
Belgarion tells you (in common), ‘I do'.
You tell Belgarion (in common), 'I am in the amphitheater.'.
Belgarion arrives from the west.
DarkClaw arrives from the west.
Belgarion rests.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I have to ask you Samiyah'.
Samiyah bows before the Sayyida.
Belgarion says (in common), 'why are you upset with me'.
You say (in common), 'some time ago, you told me of a plan you have.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'yes'.
You say (in common), 'I asked you then, not to pursue it.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'true'.
DarkClaw says, 'I should leave...'.
You say (in common), 'I am now forbidden to stop you.'.
You say (in common), 'And I feel helpless'.
DarkClaw grins and bares her fangs. Tendrils of fog rise from the ground, twisting their way up and around her form to shroud it from view.
Belgarion says (in common), 'not to worry right now'.
You say (in common), 'so, not now, but in a few weeks? a few months? always to have it looming unknown on the horizon?'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'I have been asked to not do this by my Goddess'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'we agree that something must be done about Him'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'but she doesn't want me taking chances anymore'.
Samiyah exhales slowly, releasing fists in relief that she did not even realize that she was clenching.
Samiyah nods, the movement causing her veil-charms to chime.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I have truly thought this through though'.
You say (in common), 'I appreciate the Sayyida's wisdom.'.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I had got some of the spell done'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'but'.
The look of anguish and stress returns to her face three-fold.
Belgarion says (in common), 'the problem was that I knew I had to make the spell forgotten'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'it’s too powerful a spell to have out there for anyone'.
Samiyah says fiercely, 'It is HALAL. There is no ifs or buts about it. Such things are not right or proper to be in mortal minds or hands.'
Belgarion says (in common), 'this may be true'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'in my defense no one is doing anything to stop Him from running around and doing what he sees fit'.
Samiyah wrinkles her brow in thought.
You say (in common), 'Does anyone take action to stop your Sayyida from doing as she pleases?'.
You say (in common), 'She could snatch up someone and drink them dry.'.
You say (in common), 'Does anyone patrol, to ensure that Boromir's razor wit does not cause the hapless to faint dead away?'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'and when I see him treating my Goddess and my Love the way he does that’s not right'.
You say (in common), 'Are there guards to watch the words and deeds of Hutt?'.
You say (in common), 'Immortals do not need keepers, save themselves and the Highest Ones.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'but you see has my Goddess ever done that'.
You say (in common), 'It is WRONG for mortals to think it is their place to correct, to challenge, to punish the Gods.'.
Samiyah repeats herself firmly, 'It is wrong.'
Belgarion shakes his head.
Belgarion says (in common), 'then I must do something'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'and you will have to answer to my Goddess'.
Samiyah says fiercely, 'I would stop you, if I was permitted. But I am forbidden it.'
You say (in common), 'I have done nothing wrong.'.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I can no longer bear to see her treated in such a way'.
You say (in common), 'and if you and your Goddess believe otherwise, then to the Guardian with you!'.
Belgarion sighs loudly.
Belgarion says (in common), 'then I must retire'.
Belgarion stands up.
Belgarion leaves west.
In the Temple of the Lost: Ghazkull's Fate
(Log by DarkClaw)
Temple of the Lost
[Exits: west]
A large eye hovers in mid-air here, emitting a soft, purple glow.
(Dark Purple Aura) Ghazkull is resting here.
Ghazkull grins evilly.
>l ghaz
Eyes swirling with the hazel colors of the Earth regard you calmly as the
elf before you meets your gaze. A charming grin graces his full lips and he
lowers his wiry frame in a deep bow, causing his river of long, silvery hair
to fall forward and frame his face as it drops to the floor. Straightening after
a moment, he reaches up and flicks it back over his shoulders and notices
your troubled gaze focused upon the scar that runs the width of his forehead.
His hand moves to his weapon reflexively and his smile falters, as if a certain
memory haunts him. His lips curl in a restrained snarl and you finally notice
the razor-sharp fangs hiding behind them. Flexing the fingers of his weapon
hand he finally relaxes it and his mood lightens again, his gaze dropping in an
apologetic gesture. "Pleasure to meet you. I'm sure we all have a story to tell."
As he turns to move away, the sun catches on a blue peridot tucked into a fold
in his clothing and you wonder if there is a tale to that as well.
Ghazkull leads a charmed life.
Ghazkull is using:
<used as light> (Weak magic) (Glowing) some phosphorus lichen
<worn on finger> (Moderate magic) the glorious garnet ring
<worn on finger> (Moderate magic) the intricate malachite ring
<worn around neck> (Artifact magic) a Major Amulet of True Seeing
<worn around neck> (Moderate magic) the burnished moonstone amulet
<worn on body> (Moderate magic) a quilted cloth shirt
<worn on head> (Moderate magic) a heavy cloth bonnet
<worn on legs> (Moderate magic) a pair of studded leather leggings
<worn on feet> (Moderate magic) a pair of reinforced leather boots
<worn on hands> (Moderate magic) a pair of quilted cloth gloves
<worn on arms> (Moderate magic) a pair of reinforced leather armlets
<worn about body> (Moderate magic) a heavy cloth cloak
<worn about waist> (Moderate magic) a quilted cloth girdle
<worn around wrist> (Moderate magic) the burnished gold bracelet
<worn around wrist> (Moderate magic) a leather wrist guard
<wielded> (Powerful magic) a black sword
<wielded off-hand> (Moderate magic) a broad sword
<worn with pride> Nydia's Mark of Honor
<worn with pride> (Weak magic) a Pin of Mastery
Ghazkull blushes.
Belgarion arrives from the west.
Belgarion grins evilly.
Belgarion rests.
You smile at him.
Belgarion tells you (in common), 'let’s see how that settles in her mind'.
You [GS] tell Belgarion, 'What happened?'.
Samiyah yells (in common), 'What do I have to answer to, Sayyida?'.
Samiyah yells (in common), 'Your beloved says that I must answer, but does not say for what.'.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I must kill her'.
Belgarion utters the words, 'absorb'.
Belgarion utters the words, 'sanctuary'.
Belgarion is surrounded by a white aura.
Belgarion leaves west.
Outside the Temple of the Lost: Betrayal
(log by Samiyah)
(Samiyah travels to outside the Lost Temple)
Northern Avenue
[Exits: north east south]
You stand on the marble walkway that makes up Northern Avenue.
Although many feet have crossed this ground the marble is not worn
in the least. DarkClaw's temple is to the east.
The sky is cloudy and a cold northern gust blows.
You yell (in common), 'What do I have to answer to, Sayyida?'.
You yell (in common), 'Your beloved says that I must answer, but does not say for what.'.
Belgarion arrives from the east.
Belgarion's crush EVISCERATES you.
Belgarion's crush EVISCERATES you.
Samiyah looks at you curiously, raising one eyebrow.
Belgarion's crush MASSACRES you.
You dodge Belgarion's attack.
Sparks fly, as Belgarion's magical protection blocks your attack.
Your palm heel strike decimates Belgarion.
Your front kick devastates Belgarion.
Belgarion utters the words, 'yrawzgculatz'.
Belgarion's flamestrike MASSACRES you.
Belgarion's crush EVISCERATES you.
Attempting to flee...
Northern Avenue
[Exits: north south west]
You stand on the marble walkway that makes up Northern Avenue.
Although many feet have crossed this ground the marble is not worn
in the least. An empty foundation lies to the west.
The sky is cloudy and a cold northern gust blows.
You flee from combat!
You LOSE 25 experience points!
In the Temple of the Lost: Arguments, Explanations, and Spells
(Log by DarkClaw)
You yell, '...I have no idea. *watches after Belgarion with a brow raised*'.
You ftell, 'What're you doing?!?'.
Belgarion arrives from the west.
Belgarion rests.
Belgarion ftells, 'she has said some nasty things'.
You raise your eyebrow at him.
Belgarion ftells, ‘I will kill her now'.
You ftell, 'What did she say?'.
Samiyah gossips (in common), 'By the Guardian Himself, I see that we are no longer friends, Belgarion.'.
Belgarion gossips (in common), 'by your very own words Samiyah'.
Samiyah gossips (in common), 'While I do not understand what I have done so wrong in your eyes that you would raise your sword against me..'.
Samiyah gossips (in common), 'know that I will not forget it.'.
You tell Samiyah, 'What the he...what happened?!'.
Thingone gossips (in common), 'what guardian?'.
Ghazkull blinks.
Belgarion gossips (in common), 'you have caused this and you will never be safe with me her'.
Samiyah gossips (in common), 'The Guardian of my tribe. I swear in His name I will not forget what you just did.'.
You [GS] tell Belgarion, 'Um, wow...Babe, what happened?'.
Samiyah gossips (in common), 'I HAVE DONE NOTHING except tell you that you are wrong. I have taken no action, as I am forbidden to.'.
Belgarion gossips (in common), 'and I shall never forget what you have said'.
Ghazkull ftells, 'thought she was talking about the old guardian of N'Kai for a minute *shudder*'.
Thingone gossips (in common), 'I’m logging all this'.
Belgarion ftells, 'Samiyah says (in common), 'and if you and your Goddess believe otherwise, then to the Guardian with you!.
Thingone gossips (in common), 'so we can all remember this awesome conversation'.
Ghazkull ftells, 'what fli is Samiyah?'.
Thingone gossips (in common), 'jk obviously...carry on'.
Belgarion ftells, 'so she is siding with Seraph'.
Belgarion ftells, 'that was proven'.
Belgarion ftells, 'she somehow believes that he’s right'.
You ftell, 'What caused Sami to lash out like that?'.
Belgarion ftells, 'because Seraph got to her and she was comparing you and Him'.
Samiyah arrives from the west.
Samiyah bows before the Sayyida.
Samiyah says (in common), 'To answer your question, Sayyida..'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'bow?'.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
Samiyah says (in common), 'What happens is that your consort claimed that I had wronged you'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'but not encouraging or being passive to his efforts'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'run back to your Guardian'.
DarkClaw is looking highly irritated, confused, and perhaps even distraught.
Samiyah says (in common), 'That it was on my head.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'And that I would have to answer to you.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I came here to speak to you, standing outside your home'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'and he attacked me.'.
Ghazkull melts into the shadows.
Samiyah says (in common), 'without provocation'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I am justified in burning him where he stands.'.
You say, 'Enough, Belgarion. I would hear her.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'Shall I, Sayyida?'.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
Belgarion says (in common), 'in this Temple?'.
Ghazkull prays, 'would you like me to leave?'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'The world is a large place.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you said where I stand'.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
You say, 'You have the right to. I am just as lost as you are, Sami. Belgarion has not...enlightened me yet on where he is coming from.'.
Samiyah gives Belgarion a withering look. 'It is a turn of phrase.'
DarkClaw flicks an irritated gaze in Belgarion's direction briefly.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You know. Words. '.
You say, 'I would hear his word as well.'.
Samiyah falls silent obediently and nods.
>line 1 of 3 included strictly for amusement
You tell Samiyah, '(He wants me to reassure you that this is all RP. LOL. Not like you didn't know that.)'.
>line 2 of 3 included strictly for amusement
Samiyah tells you (in common), '(of course!!!)'.
Ghazkull ftells, 'want me to leave?'.
You say, 'Belg...'.
You ftell, 'Not necessarily'.
>line 3 of 3 for the punchline. ;-)
Samiyah tells you (in common), '(and that is why I will not be acid blasting him. ;) )'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'calming down'.
You say, 'I think you both must.'.
Ghazkull ftells, 'okay, just let me know and I shall make my excuses'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'ok'.
You say, 'I'm trying to figure out how Sami would have to answer to me.'.
Samiyah stops using a small druidwood shield.
You say, 'She does not worship me.'.
Samiyah wields a long black quill.
Belgarion says (in common), 'when I left you Samiyah'.
Samiyah lightly touches the quill, as touchstone to calm her nerves.
Belgarion says (in common), 'I said to you that if I could do nothing to stop Seraph'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'then I must do something'.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I said I must retire because I do not want to see him treat my beloved like that anymore'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'and that’s what you would have to answer to'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'she would not be happy if I had to leave because of all this'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'so I will stop'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'I will no longer look for a way to stop Seraph'.
DarkClaw sighs and runs a hand over her unusually pale face. "My love...Seraph has not harmed me. He has merely...irritated me."
You say, 'In fact, I was the one that harmed him.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you don’t understand'.
You say, 'Then make me understand.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'it has nothing to do with Harm'.
### Seraph: Entered Game
Belgarion says (in common), 'it’s what he does'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'in truth'.
You say, 'You speak of disrespect?'.
Belgarion nods.
DarkClaw: Good evening, Seraph.
Belgarion says (in common), 'if someone was doing those things to me'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'and you saw this time and again'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'even if I was fine'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'would you not want it stopped?'.
You say, 'I would lash out.'.
DarkClaw nods without hesitation.
Belgarion shrugs.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I think, Belgarion, your anger is misplaced.'.
Seraph appears before you.
You say, 'But that is no cause to damage the friendship you and Samiyah had.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'You are angry that as a man, you cannot protect your woman.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'And that is understandable.'.
Belgarion nods.
DarkClaw coughs mildly.
Samiyah says (in common), 'but it is your Sayyida that has forbidden it, not I.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'yet, you laid the blame at my feet'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'because, in love, you cannot blame her.'.
Samiyah says (in common), 'I am not your whipping boy. Nor hers. Nor anyone else's, ever again.'.
Belgarion sighs loudly.
Samiyah touches her hand to her forehead, her lips, and her heart in a tribal gesture of respect.
Samiyah leaves west.
In Prayer:
Samiyah prays: I hope that I did well in your eyes, Sahib
Someone tells you, ‘I see they have shown there true colors'.
Samiyah prays: Yes, Sahib.. he has..
Samiyah prays: I hope I did not displease you with my actions and words.
Samiyah prays: I did hold to Your commands, not to stop him.
Someone tells you, ‘I told you they didn't care'.
Someone tells you, ‘I told you they will turn'.
Samiyah prays: I think Belgarion is feeling the impotence of loving a woman more powerful than he.
Samiyah prays: but yes... it was a shock to have his blade turn against me.
Someone tells you, 'she has no control over him'.
Samiyah prays: He has no control over himself!
Someone tells you, 'if she truly cared for you he would be punished for his actions'.
Someone tells you, 'but yet he stands no regrets'.
Samiyah prays: I don't think she punishes anyone....
> who just
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You (87) attacked by Belgarion (88) on Wed Feb 06 13 20:08:22.
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You sigh.
You wield a long black quill.
Someone tells you, 'and everyone thinks I’m the evil one'.
Samiyah cups the quill in her hand, running one fingertip along an edge.
Samiyah prays: ... they have the same aura that you do. I made the point to remind them of that, recently.
Someone tells you, ‘I am the only one who will watch you'.
Samiyah prays: I felt your presence when he lifted his sword, guiding me to safety.
Someone tells you, ‘I did'.
Someone tells you, ‘I will watch over you'.
Samiyah prays: I am just... I am so _angry_!
Someone tells you, 'watch yourself her dog will be looking for you'.
Samiyah strokes a fingertip along the feather again.
Samiyah prays: I will be careful, Sahib
Samiyah prays: ... and I trust that You watch over me always.
Seraph tells you, 'always'.
Samiyah prays: Sahib... when You have time...
Seraph tells you, ‘I will come'.
Samiyah prays: Would you tell me which of the Laws are of you, and which are not?
Seraph tells you, ‘I will'.
Samiyah prays: Thank you, Sahib
Samiyah prays: .. You are visible to all, Sahib? Are You speaking with the Lost ones?
Seraph tells you, 'yes'.
Seraph tells you, ‘I am trying to fix your problem dear one'.
Samiyah prays: Forgive me, Sahib... but did You not wish want me to solve them on my own? To stop taking the easy path and let others do for me?
Seraph tells you, '*smile* I did dear one'.
Seraph tells you, 'my dear one keep a watchful eye on the lost for they have lost their mind'.
Samiyah prays: I will, Sahib.
In The Temple of the Lost: Aftermath & Explanations
Belgarion says (in common), 'she’s not quite right there'.
Belgarion shrugs.
Ghazkull fades back into the foreground.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
Belgarion beams a smile at Ghazkull.
Ghazkull glances at the shadows, a look of uncertainty touching his face.
DarkClaw sighs and shakes her head slowly. "I'm not sure what to make of any of this, honestly. I forbid you to cast your spell and it blew up."
Belgarion says (in common), 'here’s the thing'.
DarkClaw lets her gaze shift to Ghazkull, noticing his expression. "Something wrong, Ghaz?"
Belgarion says (in common), 'she has proven now that she will bend to His will'.
You say, 'She has.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'in that alone'.
You say, 'There doesn't seem to be much uncertainty left in that regard.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'she became my enemy'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I’m not sure. something has been troubling me for a while now.'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'she has Brought this on herself'.
You say, 'She may be your enemy, love, but not mine. There is always hope.'.
You say, 'Speak your mind, Ghaz.'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'if you're sure?'.
You say, 'Of course.'.
You say, 'Perhaps an outsider's view will help.'.
Ghazkull looks into DarkClaw's eyes, 'What happened after the tower?'
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I feel... different.'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'as though I’m not quite... whole'.
DarkClaw's eyes widen, caught off-guard, but she catches herself and regains composure quickly, her voice a soft murmur, "You ARE different."
Ghazkull blinks.
DarkClaw murmurs, "I...did what I had to...to save you."
Ghazkull's hand moves slowly to the scar on his head.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'what happened to me?'.
DarkClaw begins unconsciously pacing the temple, the tenseness in her form quite apparent, then stops and lets out a pained groan. "I don't want to tell you..."
You say, 'I really don't."'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'Star.'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'you have been my friend for many, many years'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'you alone, risked your life to save me.'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'MUST know'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'so much is missing'.
DarkClaw sighs and lowers her gaze to the floor of the temple, her voice barely audible. "You had lost so much blood..."
Ghazkull shivers uncomfortably.
You say, 'It was the only way.'.
Ghazkull's eyes widen.
Belgarion blinks.
DarkClaw meets Ghazkukll's gaze bleakly, willing him to understand. "It is not complete."
Ghazkull's voice becomes a whisper, 'what isn't?'
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I don't understand'.
DarkClaw pulls away again, needing distance, fearing closeness and rejection, "...I...had to give you some of my blood."
Ghazkull swallows.
Belgarion says (in common), 'Ghaz?'.
Ghazkull nods in recognition to Belgarion.
Belgarion says (in common), 'would you like me to leave?'.
Ghazkull shakes his head.
Belgarion nods.
Seraph claps his hands stepping out the shadows.
DarkClaw stops abruptly, looking between Ghazkull and Belgarion, then back to Ghazkull. "He knows what I am."
Belgarion nods.
Seraph folds his hands behind his back.
Ghazkull's hand moves to his mouth, his lips curling back over his teeth.
Seraph says, 'a little vampire, cute'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'so that explains one thing'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'but... you said it wasn't complete?'.
DarkClaw starts, hissing at the sudden clapping within the room and wheels around towards the voice. "This is NOT your conversation, Fallen One."
Seraph laughs at you mercilessly. Hmmmmph.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'the least you could do is show yourself?'.
Seraph says, ‘I am just happy your dog has shown his true colors'.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
Seraph says, 'good boy Belgarion'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'that’s cute'.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I have shown?'.
DarkClaw growls at Seraph and moves toward him, her claws extending.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you mean Samiyah has shown'.
Seraph watches not moving.
Seraph says, 'think DarkClaw'.
You say, 'You come here flinging insults and expect me to be nice?'.
Seraph says, 'put your claws away'.
Seraph walks around slowly.
Seraph says, 'insults he is a dog that YOU can't contain'.
Ghazkull murmurs, 'not complete?'
DarkClaw flicks a worried gaze toward Ghazkull, obviously torn on which battle to fight currently.
Seraph says, 'he attacked your friend and yet you do nothing'.
Seraph says, 'and the little one is now a vampire'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'as I said before'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'I will attack those that appose us'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'and anyone that sides with you'.
Seraph laughs.
Belgarion shrugs.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'you could at least show yourself, if you would talk about me'.
Seraph says, 'so one sided dog'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'he’s to scared to show himself'.
DarkClaw rears back and smacks Seraph across the face, claws extended. "DO NOT...call him that."
Seraph head moves and he begins to grin.
Belgarion stands up.
Seraph says, 'there you go DarkClaw'.
DarkClaw wheels around and walks toward Ghazkull, an arm outstretched, clearly dismissing Seraph. "Not complete, no..."
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'so, I am a freak?'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'not mortal, yet... not...'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'Vampire?'.
DarkClaw's features twist in distaste, "No, of course not! You are never a freak."
Belgarion says (in common), 'Seraph I believe you were dismissed'.
Seraph laughs at Belgarion mercilessly.
Seraph says, 'how can you let him turn on your friend DarkClaw'.
Seraph says, 'are you not his goddess'.
Belgarion slowly moves between Seraph and DarkClaw.
Seraph says, 'oh cute'.
DarkClaw looks between Belgarion and Seraph, again distracted and torn. "Just because I am his Goddess does not mean I command his every action."
Seraph says, 'you do'.
You say, 'No...that is the way YOU would lead.'.
Seraph says, 'you run your people not him'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'Careful what you say Seraph'.
Seraph says, 'or what Belgarion'.
Belgarion slowly lowers his head.
Seraph says, 'what are you going to do'.
You say, 'I have no wish to be manipulative, controlling, or...'.
DarkClaw notes Belgarion's stance and frowns, brows furrowed.
Seraph says, 'then you are worse than I am DarkClaw'.
Seraph says, 'for you will not protect a friend'.
Belgarion raises his left hand to the sky.
DarkClaw closes her eyes at Seraph's words, clearly pained by them, and nods slowly. "Perhaps you're right."
Ghazkull gasps in astonishment.
DarkClaw retracts her claws and slumps against the bookshelf.
Belgarion slams his hand to the ground and screams "EARTH"
Seraph says, 'DarkClaw....'.
Belgarion raises his right hand to the sky.
Seraph says, 'we have known each other for a long time'.
DarkClaw seems oblivious to everything around her, lost in thought and shame.
Seraph says, 'we haven’t always seen eye to eye BUT you never let someone have a friend'.
Seraph walks over and gently places his hand on DarkClaw’s shoulder.
DarkClaw flinches and draws herself inward, eyes snapping open.
Seraph says, 'you need to control him or he will destroy you and everyone around you'.
Belgarion pushes his hand to the sky and fire spurts forth.
Seraph says, 'and then your lost will truly be lost'.
Belgarion slowly opens his eyes.
Belgarion says (in common), 'he’s just using words to hurt you my dear'.
DarkClaw's eyes focus past Seraph's wings and widen with alarm. Wrenching free of his touch, she hurls herself across the room and straight into Belgarion.
You say, 'NOOOOOO!!!!!!'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'it is not complete yet'.
Belgarion looks at the eye floating in the room.
Ghazkull moves slowly and deliberately towards Belgarion and DarkClaw, glaring at Seraph as he moves.
DarkClaw growls, "DO NOT...go further!"
Belgarion bows deeply.
Seraph turns and looks at Belgarion.
Seraph waves his hand all his protective armor vanishes.
Seraph says, 'finish what you have started dog'.
Seraph opens his arms wide.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you are not going to goad me into this'.
Seraph says, 'fine'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you have no idea Seraph'.
Seraph kicks Belgarion across the room against the wall.
Belgarion groans loudly.
Seraph says, 'come on dog'.
Seraph says, 'finish it'.
Seraph hisses protect your lost do it.
DarkClaw hisses at Seraph and hurls herself at him, claws digging into his shoulders and wings. "You are no longer welcomed here."
Ghazkull looks questioningly at Belgarion, hand instinctively going to his weapon.
DarkClaw shouts, "Ghaz! DO NOT let him do anything stupid!"
Ghazkull's lips curl back in a snarl.
Belgarion brings himself to his full height.
Seraph backs up grabbing DarkClaw by the throat lifting her off the floor yelling: YOU TOLD HIM NOT TO BUT HE STARTED THE SPELL.
Seraph voice turns demonic: YOU HAVE LOST CONTROL.
Belgarion whispers no Seraph.
DarkClaw chokes and wheezes, struggling to free herself from Seraph's grasp, her strength obviously not what it should be.
Belgarion whispers she has not lost control.
Seraph shouts YOU TOLD HIM NO HE ATTACKED YOUR FRIEND.
Belgarion says (in common), 'she never asked me once to not attack someone'.
Seraph gently puts DarkClaw back on her feet.
Seraph says, 'As I said before I have not come to fight you'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you show it in odd ways Seraph'.
DarkClaw falls to the temple floor, weak and gasping, head lowered in both defeat and shame.
Seraph glances at Belgarion then looks at DarkClaw.
Seraph holds out his hand to help DarkClaw up.
Seraph says, 'stand DarkClaw'.
Belgarion seems to be uncoordinated.
Belgarion tells you (in common), 'look me in the eyes'.
DarkClaw looks past Seraph's hand, towards Belgarion, her features showing alarm again as she notices that his eyes are completely white.
Belgarion stumbles around the room.
Seraph looks at Belgarion.
Seraph says, 'he is going DarkClaw'.
Belgarion whispers " I needed to finish.
Ghazkull runs over to Belgarion and tries to support his weight.
Belgarion holds on to Ghazkull.
Belgarion whispers "I am blinded.
Seraph says, 'he is going to the realm of souls DarkClaw'.
Belgarion shakes his head.
Belgarion says (in common), 'no'.
Ghazkull nods in recognition to Belgarion.
Belgarion says (in common), 'I am blind from not completing the spell'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'it’s worn off what I started now'.
DarkClaw growls and somehow manages to push to her knees, "He will never be yours to take, Fallen One."
Belgarion says (in common), 'had I at least collected what I needed to'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'then I would be fine'.
Seraph says, ‘I don't want him'.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
Belgarion looks blindly in the voices direction.
Seraph says, 'what I want is for him to finish his spell'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'its to late this time'.
Seraph says, ‘I have no use for him'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'unfortunately I cannot complete the spell right now'.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I have lost the strength needed'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'and of course I cannot see'.
Seraph looks at Belgarion’s eyes.
DarkClaw closes her eyes in obvious relief, even if only temporary, and grabs ahold of the bookshelf, using it as leverage to stand.
Seraph says, ‘I can help him'.
Ghazkull looks worryingly at DarkClaw.
Belgarion says (in common), 'you cannot help me Seraph'.
DarkClaw mutters a spell beneath her breath to remove Belgarion's blindness.
Belgarion shakes his head.
Seraph says, ‘I can help him DarkClaw'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'I am afraid that no spell will work'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'maybe in time'.
Belgarion shrugs.
Seraph turns to DarkClaw.
Seraph says, ‘I can help him'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'DarkClaw do not let him help me please'.
DarkClaw looks on, distressed, and stutters, "Y-you...cannot be blind! You're my ordained!"
Seraph says, ‘I will help him if he leaves my dear one alone'.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'he does not want your help, Seraph'.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I have no intention of attacking Samiyah again'.
DarkClaw looks to Ghazkull as if there would be something he should do, then to Seraph. "You do not leave MY dear one alone, yet you expect it of him."
Seraph says, ‘I will leave Belgarion alone to work on his spell'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'if this blindness dissipates'.
Belgarion sighs loudly.
Seraph says, 'let me help him DarkClaw'.
Belgarion shakes his head.
DarkClaw's gaze flicks to Belgarion's neck, to the pulse beating there beneath his skin, struggling with the forever internal battle of hunger.
DarkClaw whispers, "...Help."
Seraph grabs DarkClaw by her hand and pulls her into the shadows with him.
Seraph tells you, 'follow me'.
Ghazkull murmurs, 'Be Strong, Star. You have managed for so long'
You now follow Seraph.
Seraph disappears instantly.
The Temple of the Lost: Ghazkull & Belgarion
(Log by Belgarion)
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'Seraph disappeared and dragged DC with him'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'we have to find them!'.
You say (in common), ‘I can’t'.
You say (in common), ‘I can’t see'.
Ghazkull forgets himself.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I know'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I will help, in any way that I can'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'just tell me what I need to do'.
You say (in common), ‘I needed to collect the rest of the elements to do this'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'elements?'.
You say (in common), 'then I would still have the strength and sight'.
You say (in common), 'the spell is based from the elements'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'what does this spell do?'.
You say (in common), 'it will make Seraph mortal so I can kill him'.
Ghazkull gasps in astonishment.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'in that case'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I can think of no greater need.'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I want to help'.
You nod.
Ghazkull nods at himself; he must be getting senile.
You say (in common), 'well first we must figure out how to get me to see again'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'of course... although I fear that will be no easy task'.
You shake your head.
You say (in common), ‘I am sure it will have to do with the elements'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'the elements...'.
Ofcol: The Golden Citadel - Seraph & DarkClaw
In a Hallway of the Golden Citadel
[Exits: east west]
(Intense Dark Purple Aura) Seraph is here.
(Light Red Aura) A page is here, dripping blood.
(Light Red Aura) A decaying knight tests the air.
Seraph says, 'the page'.
Seraph grabs the page and bends his head sideways.
Seraph says, 'you need this. Feed'.
DarkClaw snarls and reaches out quickly for the offering, yanking the head even further to the side and digging her fangs deep into the page's throat.
DarkClaw groans at the sweet taste of nectar sliding past her tongue and into her throat, wrapping her arms about the page tightly.
Seraph says, 'he is dead DarkClaw'.
DarkClaw hisses and hangs onto the corpse, obviously not back to herself yet.
DarkClaw finally releases her hold on the page's lifeless body, swiping across her mouth with her hand.
Seraph grins evilly at you.
Seraph disappears instantly.
Temple of the Lost: Return and Reassurance
[Exits: west]
A large eye hovers in mid-air here, emitting a soft, purple glow.
(Intense Dark Purple Aura) Seraph is here.
(Dark Purple Aura) Ghazkull is here.
(Dark Purple Aura) Belgarion is here.
Ghazkull blinks.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'they have returned, Belgarion'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'thank you Ghaz'.
Ghazkull helps Belgarion over to a makeshift chair.
DarkClaw steps back out of the shadows behind Seraph, her color and strength returned.
Belgarion gingerly sits down.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I have to talk to DarkClaw about something Seraph'.
Seraph says, 'by all means'.
Seraph walks towards the shadows.
DarkClaw looks to Seraph quickly, "Wait..."
Seraph stops......"yes"
DarkClaw lowers her eyes and whispers, "Thank you."
Seraph nods his head towards DarkClaw.
Seraph steps into the shadows.
Belgarion says (in common), 'has Seraph left?'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'he appears to have'.
You say, 'He is gone.'.
Belgarion nods.
Belgarion says (in common), 'I believe I have figured out how to get my sight back'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'since I wasn’t able to being the elements together'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'it caused this'.
You say, 'My spell should have worked. Perhaps...perhaps because I was...weakened."'.
DarkClaw trails off.
Belgarion says (in common), 'DarkClaw my dear'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'there is nothing you could have done'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'there is nothing anyone could have done'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'not even Seraph'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'but in my weakened state I couldn’t confront him'.
DarkClaw whispers, "It is my duty to protect you, yet I..."
Belgarion shakes his head.
Belgarion says (in common), 'no he started this you will take no blame'.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I believe if you can get the following members to gather the elements'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'and bring them to you'.
You say, 'And if the elements won't answer?'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'fire, water. earth, and wind'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'we can do this'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'if they don't work then we look for another way.'.
Belgarion bows deeply.
Belgarion says (in common), 'thank you Ghazkull'.
You say, 'So now I have to decide whether to leave you blind or let you cast the spell?!'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'to be honest that is my fault my dear'.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I should have told you'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'had I brought the 4 elements together'.
DarkClaw groans and begins pacing the room. "YES, you should have!"
Belgarion says (in common), 'you could have stopped me then'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'and nothing would have happened'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'but in the midst of the calling'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'it was too much'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'and Ghaz I want to apologize to you'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'for what?'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'you have nothing to apologize for'.
Belgarion says (in common), 'we interrupted you and I feel that you need your explanations'.
Belgarion sighs loudly.
DarkClaw looks to Ghazkull worriedly. "Ghaz...forgive me..."
Ghazkull smiles at you.
Belgarion says (in common), ‘I seem to be on a backwards slide here'.
Belgarion slowly stands.
You say, 'I had no idea that you would suffer from my actions. I...there was no other way. So much blood.'.
Ghazkull nods in recognition to you.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I... understand'.
You say, 'You have to feed...from someone...for the transformation to be complete.'.
Ghazkull nods.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I thought as much'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'what can I expect?'.
You say, 'I had no intention of forcing it upon you.'.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'you wanted me to live, you did what you had to...'.
DarkClaw nods slowly. "When you are ready...I will help."
Ghazkull nods.
Ghazkull looks at DarkClaw and softly murmurs, 'Thank you for saving my life'
DarkClaw's lips curve in a ghost of a smile and she nods again.
Belgarion stumbles towards the voices.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'I’m right here Belg'.
Ghazkull runs to steady Belgarion.
DarkClaw steps over to reach for Belgarion, lacing one hand of fingers with his.
Belgarion reaches out to gather the people in the room.
You say, 'Looks like you will be sleeping in the temple for a time.'.
Ghazkull laughs.
Belgarion nods.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
Ghazkull says (in elven), 'might need to fix the walls up a bit, you made quite a dent in one Belg!'.
Belgarion chuckles, evidently amused.
Belgarion says (in common), 'all the steel'.
Belgarion grins evilly.
You raise your eyebrow at him.
Ghazkull chuckles, evidently amused.
Belgarion laughs.
02/07/2013:
=In The Halls of the Immortals
Cordir: hello, Star
DarkClaw: Good morning, Cordir. :-)
Cordir: how are you and yours?
DarkClaw: Well enough. And you?
Cordir: fine, I suppose.
DarkClaw: *sighs and slumps down into a sitting position* Forgive me, that was a lie. Not well at all.
Cordir: *raises an eyebrow* what is wrong?
DarkClaw: This whole...Seraph thing. It's gotten out of hand and I fear now that I've made it worse.
Cordir: what is he doing? I don't know much about it other than rumors of some laughable spell...?
DarkClaw: *lets out a heavy sigh and runs a hand over her face, trying to collect herself* Belgarion, he...he's making a spell to destroy Seraph.
DarkClaw: To make him mortal so that he can kill him himself.
DarkClaw: He tried casting it last night...
Cordir: Oh did he?
DarkClaw: *looks up to you quickly, unsure of the tone in your words* I stopped him.
DarkClaw: I had to...though Seraph urges me to allow it.
Cordir: Star, if mortals had the ability to undo that which Tynian himself does not and will not do... do you honestly think that we would not all have been killed
Cordir: a dozen times over?
Cordir: I give your fellow equal measure for sheer arrogance and utter stupidity
Cordir: and he is wise he did not approach me as Seraph indicated he might.
Cordir: I would have turned him into a steaming pile of bone and flesh for the effrontery.
DarkClaw: *winces and lowers her gaze, adequately silenced and refraining from speaking more on the matter*
Cordir: *mildly* Star, I have no issue with you.
Cordir: But your boy sounds like an idiot.
###Seraph: Entered Game
Seraph: morning
Cordir: Hello, Seraph. We were just talking about your ...er... admirer.
Seraph: ???
Cordir: if it can be termed that.
DarkClaw: He only seeks to...*trails off at the appearance of the Fallen One*
Cordir: Star was saying something about a spell.
Seraph: oh the spell
Seraph: if the spell works so be it
Cordir: "Cordir, may I enter your office" would have been appropriate.
Cordir: You do not have a standing invitation.
Seraph: nod
Cordir: Star, I have known you for how many thousands of years?
DarkClaw: *quietly* Since as far back I can recall.
Cordir: Do you ever enter my garden uninvited?
DarkClaw: *shakes her head quickly* No, never.
DarkClaw: It would be a sign of disrespect.
Cordir: How correct you are.
Cordir: now. That covered....
Cordir: do go on? What is it that your fellow is trying to accomplish?
### Belgarion: Entered Game
Seraph: speak of the devil
Cordir: something about slaying an immortal - which I find absurd and offensive - but ... why?
Belgarion tells you (in common), ‘I need to talk to you'.
Belgarion arrives from the west.
Belgarion rests.
Belgarion hugs you.
Belgarion kisses you.
You hug him.
You kiss him.
DarkClaw: ...In HIS eyes...to protect the realm and those he loves.
Seraph: while turning his blade on friends
Cordir: and does the Realm need protecting from Seraph?
Cordir: Seraph, are you violating Tynian's laws?
Seraph: no
DarkClaw: In HIS eyes, yes...he feels so.
DarkClaw: I...am not so sure anymore.
Cordir: .. if so it is not the place of a mortal to judge but to bring it to a Deity.
Cordir: has Belgarion done so?
Seraph: this is a man that tried to kill your friend for having a different opinion from his
Cordir: and which of Tynian's laws have been broken, praytell?
DarkClaw: Only to me.
Cordir: and have you brought his complaint forward through the proper channels?
DarkClaw: *hangs her head and murmurs* No. I intended to stop him. I ordered it so.
DarkClaw: The Fallen One knows this.
Cordir: So because of your inaction in addressing an accusation of wrongdoing ... to higher authorities.. you have a follower attempting to usurp TYNIANs authority?
Cordir: am I understanding correctly?
Seraph: cordir if I may speak
Cordir: I would like Star's answer first
Cordir: and then yes, by all means.
DarkClaw: *flinches in response to the implied accusation* Yes...you are correct, Lady Cordir.
Cordir: I love you like a sister, Star, but your common sense is sometimes overruled by your Thirsts...
Cordir: and yes, I meant the plural.
Cordir: now deal with your boy or bring forth his accusation.
Cordir: and it will be dealt with.
Cordir: now.
Cordir: Seraph.
Cordir: what did you have to add?
DarkClaw: *lifts her head to look at Cordir again, a look of surprise on her features before she masks it and nods*
Seraph: I say let him try to destroy me he tried to start last night
Seraph: he is a rabid dog off his leash that DarkClaw cannot control
Cordir: While it does seem like the there is a chain of authority issue here...
Cordir: I do not encourage Immortal Disrespect
Cordir: which, at its core, this seems to be.
Seraph: if he does destroy me, then so be it. I will join the rest of the sleeping gods
Cordir: He wishes to take Tynian's authority.
Seraph: he is mortal with a god complex
Seraph: he does what he wants, when he wants, with no punishment
Seraph: so let him run his spell
Cordir: How much more disrespectful - to his Goddess, to Seraph, to Tynian - can he be?
Cordir: No.
Cordir: if he has a complaint, he should make his formal charges.
Cordir: otherwise, like any other situation of disagreement, it is noise on the wind.
Seraph: he can feel and think or say what he wants about me I don't care
Seraph: I know my time is drawing to a end
Cordir: Star, does Belgarion have cause for complaint against Seraph?
### Wish: Entered Game
Wish: I am back
Cordir: Hello, Wish.
DarkClaw: ...I am unsure, honestly. Justifiably, probably not.
Wish: hello cordir
DarkClaw: I believe his vision is...was...clouded.
Cordir: Then, like any other accusation - tell him to make it or shut up.
Wish: oooooo
Wish: I must have missed something
Cordir: (rp)
Wish: ahhh...
Wish: I make a pretty good impartial judge...is there some dispute I may be of service to resolve?
DarkClaw: *nods once, slowly, and holds Cordir's gaze for a long moment before turning away*
Cordir: No, Attendant, there is not.
Wish: well, if you change your mind, please let me know
Cordir: I am Perfectly capable of judging.
Cordir: and Star, if you disagree, speak to me - now or in private.
Wish: I would never suggest otherwise
Cordir: excellent, Wish.
The Temple of the Lost: A Deal is Offered
You ftell, '*sigh*'.
Belgarion ftells, 'what’s wrong my dear'.
You ftell, 'I have been slacking...in my duties.'.
Belgarion ftells, 'as in controlling me?'.
You ftell, '...Yes.'.
Belgarion ftells, 'thought so'.
You ftell, 'We have broken a law, in a sense.'.
Belgarion ftells, ‘I see disrespecting immortals?'.
You ftell, 'By not bringing complaints against Seraph to the proper authorities.'.
You ftell, 'Yes'.
Belgarion ftells, 'hmm'.
You ftell, 'By trying to take it into our own hands.'.
You ftell, 'Instead of voicing the issue with the higher ups like we should have.'.
Aoide gossips (in common), 'Belgarion! Are you coming to the Bardic Circle tomorrow?'.
Belgarion gossips (in common), ‘I am not sure if I can'.
Belgarion gossips (in common), 'but I will try'.
Aoide gossips (in common), 'well I hope you can :)'.
Belgarion gossips (in common), ‘I do to'.
Aoide gossips (in common), 'hopefully with something funny prepared!'.
Aoide gossips (in common), 'or meaningful or something else, but funny is always good'.
Belgarion gossips (in common), 'true enough'.
You gossip, 'I'll be there!'.
Aoide gossips (in common), 'oh, I'm so glad to hear that Lady Lost!'.
Aoide gossips (in common), 'I know you have written your share of poetry over the years'.
Aoide gossips (in common), 'that reminds me, I suppose I'd better get to work on something myself'.
Aoide gossips (in common), '*blush*'.
Belgarion gossips (in common), 'hehe'.
You gossip, '*nod* I am still hoping to find time to prepare something for tomorrow.'.
Aoide gossips (in common), 'lest I get kicked out of my own party'.
You gossip, '*grin*'.
Aoide gossips (in common), 'if nothing else, we would love to hear some memories long forgotten to the rest of us mortals'.
You gossip, '*smile* Of course.'.
Belgarion ftells, 'we still need someone to gather the elements in case we can still do the summoning ceremony'.
You ftell, 'Agreed'.
Belgarion ftells, 'would you mind posting a board note at some point'.
You ftell, 'Yep, I plan to.'.
Seraph: DarkClaw may I come to see you?
DarkClaw: You may. Thank you for asking.
Seraph appears before you.
You nod in recognition to him.
Seraph nods in recognition to you.
Belgarion ftells, 'and I was going to use the eye in the temple as the 5th'.
You ftell, 'Actually, YOU are the 5th. You are Spirit.'.
Belgarion ftells, 'ok then we use the eye to bring them forth'.
Seraph says, ‘I have a.....deal for you'.
You blink at what he said.
Seraph folds his hands behind his back.
DarkClaw looks distracted as she deals with another issue. "What kind of deal?"
You ftell, '*nod*'.
Belgarion ftells, 'you hold each one in your hand and they flow into the eye'.
Seraph says, ‘I will give in to you and your do.....Belgarion'.
Seraph says, ‘I will sleep with the gods'.
Seraph says, 'BUT '.
Seraph says, 'you and your lost will watch over and protect my dear one'.
DarkClaw blinks, drawing back slightly, surprised. "I'm not sure she would even allow that even if I did agree."
Seraph walks around not talking his eyes off of you.
Seraph says, 'give me till the sun sets in 7 days'.
Seraph says, ‘I will talk to her'.
You shake your head.
You say, 'I have no wish to end your existence.'.
You say, 'Never did.'.
You say, 'Even in the beginning.'.
Seraph says, 'that is my deal'.
Seraph says, 'protect her and I will sleep'.
You say, 'I will not hold your death on my conscience, Seraph.'.
Seraph says, 'it wont be'.
You say, 'Aye, it will be, if I agree to your deal OR allow Belgarion to cast his spell.'.
You say, 'Either way, I would be at fault.'.
Seraph says, 'Belgarion will have his victory and my dear one will be protected'.
You say, 'Either way, I would be in the wrong.'.
You raise your eyebrow at him.
You say, 'You seek release...why?'.
You say, 'Why not stick around and protect her yourself?'.
Seraph says, 'this place has no use for me anymore'.
Seraph says, 'you can make up any story you like to Belgarion why I left'.
Seraph says, 'do we have a deal'.
Seraph holds out his hand.
DarkClaw cocks her head slightly, as if listening to an unheard voice in the distance, "No. That is my answer."
Seraph says, 'fine'.
You say, 'Did you honestly expect me to say yes?'.
Seraph says, 'you won’t but he will'.
You say, 'Did you honestly think I hated you enough to see you gone?'.
Seraph walks towards the shadows.
DarkClaw growls, "No...he won't."
Seraph says, 'it’s a deal he can’t refuse'.
You ftell, 'Belgarion...hear me and heed.'.
You ftell, 'You WILL NOT accept Seraph's deal.'.
Seraph steps into the shadows.
Seraph disappears instantly.
Belgarion ftells, 'he has a deal?'.
Belgarion ftells, 'hmm'.
Belgarion ftells, 'ok'.
You ftell, 'I am sure that he will be approaching you with a deal.'.
Belgarion ftells, ‘I won’t'.
Belgarion ftells, 'easy as that'.
You ftell, 'Thank you. *breathes a sigh of relief*'.
Belgarion ftells, 'hes here'.
You ftell, '*nod*'.
### [Belgarion says (in common), 'don’t beat around the bush just say it']
Belgarion ftells, 'ok you want me to NOT take this deal?'.
You ftell, '*nods slowly* Yes'.
You ftell, 'I don't want his blood...his death...on our hands.'.
Belgarion ftells, 'ok done I have refused'.
You ftell, 'Thank you.'.
Belgarion ftells, 'your welcome'.
Reconciliation
You tell DarkClaw (in common), '*distantly* .. With your permission, DarkClaw, may I enter your temple?'.
DarkClaw [GS] tells you, '*softly* Of course, Sami...always.'.
Temple of the Lost
[Exits: west]
Silence...almost deafening in this temple, the darkness all-consuming within
the seemingly hollow room. Suddenly, as if triggered by those present, a soft
purple glow spreads from the center of the shrine. As eyes adjust to the
change, the source of the dim lighting is revealed as a glass-shaped eye that
hovers in mid-air above the smooth, marble floor. Smooth all except for a
large, charred, square patch of dirt in front of each of the four walls...odd.
Above, the ceiling is open showing more of the same darkness, not a single
star twinkling among the Heavens. The Eastern wall is completely covered by a
massive shelving unit holding books and old, faded scrolls, making one wonder
as to the history of this place and the Immortal that it belongs to. What
mysteries lie within those readings? A large mural hangs from the Southern
wall, the color so vibrant that it makes the emptiness of the room seem barren
and tragic. The strong feel of magic is noticeable in this temple, but its
threads are chaotic...confused and constantly shifting. Symbolic of the
Immortal that resides here? Perhaps.
A large eye hovers in mid-air here, emitting a soft, purple glow.
(Invis 70) (Intense Dark Purple Aura) [GS] DarkClaw is here.
You say (in common), 'I do not know what your worshipper told you.'.
You say (in common), 'but I would have you hear it from my lips.'.
DarkClaw looks onto Sami with regret and perhaps shame. "I will of course hear it."
You say (in common), 'I spoke with him.'.
You say (in common), 'He told me that you had forbidden him the spell'.
You say (in common), 'but said that he might attempt it in the future.'.
You say (in common), 'I told him that I thought it was wrong.'.
You say (in common), 'He said it was wrong of the Sahib to do "as he sees fit"'.
You say (in common), 'so I asked if you have a keeper'.
You say (in common), 'or if Boromir has a guard to keep him from making bad jokes'.
You say (in common), 'or if Hutt has someone that attends to his manners'.
You say (in common), 'I told him that for a mortal to dictate to an immortal is halal.'.
You say (in common), 'but that I could not stop him.'.
You say (in common), 'He then declared that he would have to 'do something.
You say (in common), 'but he did not say what'.
You say (in common), 'and that you would blame me for it'.
You say (in common), 'I said that I had done nothing wrong'.
You say (in common), 'except tell him that he was wrong'.
DarkClaw raises a brow, her features getting more angry by the second.
You say (in common), 'and that if you blamed me for it..'.
You say (in common), 'then yes, to the Guardian with both of you.'.
You say (in common), 'which was of bad temper of me, and disrespectful'.
You say (in common), 'and I apologize'.
Samiyah bows rigidly.
You say (in common), 'when I said that, he got angry and said something about retiring or sleep..'.
You say (in common), 'and he walked away.'.
You say (in common), 'At that point, I went to your temple'.
You say (in common), 'Since he had said you would blame me for some action of his'.
You say (in common), 'that I still do not know what it is'.
You say (in common), 'I did not enter'.
DarkClaw shakes her head and steps toward Samiyah, but stops herself, unsure of the reception. "You have no reason to apologize, Sami."
You say (in common), 'instead, I stayed outside, and spoke loudly.'.
You say (in common), 'At which point'.
You say (in common), 'he came out and he attacked me.'.
DarkClaw murmurs, "Stop..."
Samiyah looks up at you, lines across her face. "WHAT DID I DO>?!?!"
Samiyah trembles with withheld emotion.
DarkClaw sighs and closes her eyes briefly, "The error was not on your part...it is on mine."
You look at DarkClaw
Samiyah blinks slowly.
You say (in common), 'You will, I hope, forgive me for saying so, but... You do not look .. well.'.
You say (in common), 'Did the Sahib bring you harm?'.
DarkClaw steps closer, then stops at your words, shaking her head again. "I am fine...now, just...distraught and troubled."
Samiyah nods again, one hand stilling the bells in her braids.
You say (in common), 'I am sorry to hear it.'.
You say (in common), 'and sorry if I had any part in your burdens.'.
DarkClaw lowers her head and licks her lips quickly, hesitating. "Your Sahib is right."
You say (in common), 'In regards to what?'.
DarkClaw looks up again, a sad smile playing across her lips, "Would you think it odd if I told you that we found each other for a reason, you and I?"
Samiyah wrinkles her brow in thought.
You say (in common), 'No, I would not.'.
You say (in common), 'Why do you think it so?'.
You say (in common), 'and what was Sahib correct about?'.
DarkClaw says, 'I think you were sent by those more powerful than I...to remind me of my place and my errors.'.
DarkClaw says, 'And perhaps steer me in the right direction.'.
Samiyah worries on her lower lip, biting the corner of it. 'I do not like to think of myself as a goad to anyone, much less an immortal.'
You say (in common), 'that is bordering on Halal.'.
You say (in common), 'You non-tribesfolk, with your strange notions of relationships between mortal and immortal.. I will never understand it!'.
Samiyah yanks on a braid in frustration.
DarkClaw chuckles softly and reaches out to still your hand, "It's nothing to be frustrated or upset over. It was nothing but an observation."
Samiyah holds quite still at your touch.
DarkClaw says, 'Seraph is correct...I do not control when I should.'.
DarkClaw says, 'While I don't...agree with his methods...his words ring true.'.
Samiyah listens.
You say (in common), 'What of Belgarion? Will he cast his spell?'.
DarkClaw drops her hand and turns, pacing a few feet across the floor, "He does not have my permission to cast that spell. I refuse to allow him...if I am able to stop it."'.
Samiyah blinks, going pale. 'He would disobey your direct words?'
DarkClaw looks back to you and nods slowly. "I fear he would...if he thought there was risk to others that he loves. He does not hate you, Sami."
Samiyah says philosophically, 'He is a man in love with a powerful woman, with those about he sees as a threat he can do nothing about.'
You say (in common), 'there is not a man alive who would deal well with such a thing.'.
DarkClaw says, 'He lashed out in frustration and anger. For that, I apologize. He had no right.'.
You say (in common), 'You cannot apologize for him.'.
You say (in common), 'Only he can right his wrongs.'.
You say (in common), 'but if he harms me again.. '.
You say (in common), 'I will do more than simply look at him.'.
DarkClaw nods again. "I still am partially to blame for letting it happen. He has vowed never to attack you again."
You tell DarkClaw (in common), '(that's what happened in the combat, btw.)'.
You tell DarkClaw (in common), '(Sami stood. No spells. NO nothing. Raised eyebrow until I wimpied)'.
DarkClaw [GS] tells you, '(*nodnod* I had a feeling.)'.
DarkClaw whispers, "I should've never...encouraged his affection."
You blink.
You say (in common), 'do you not love him?'.
DarkClaw shakes her head quickly and rakes a hand through her hair, straightening. "I do. But there is always risk of problems arising in an immortal/mortal relationship."'.
You say (in common), 'I was speaking to the Sahib, trying to explain how strange it was that an Immortal would want friendship with a mortal'.
You say (in common), 'and the best comparison I could make was, 'Why would a King wish to befriend a frog?.
DarkClaw tilts her head a bit, lips twitching in amusement. "Do you know of such a king?"
Samiyah nods gravely.
DarkClaw blinks, clearly both intrigued and shocked, "Indeed? It appears I've not been observant on many counts."
Samiyah wrinkles her brow in thought.
You say (in common), 'It is still a source of great confusion to me.'.
You say (in common), 'but no less than when you called me a friend.'.
You say (in common), 'Which, I understand, given the circumstances, you would wish to disavow..'.
DarkClaw says, 'I still call you friend, Sami...regardless of our faults.'.
Samiyah touches her hand to her forehead, her lips, and her heart in a tribal gesture of respect.
You say (in common), 'Sayyida.'.
DarkClaw says, 'Ours meaning mine and Belgarion's.'.
Samiyah says quietly, 'I am not his friend.'
DarkClaw says, 'No, he...destroyed that.'.
Samiyah nods, the movement causing her veil-charms to chime.
DarkClaw starts to move across the floor again, fidgeting with her jewelry. "...I am indebted to the Fallen One now."
You say (in common), 'In what way, Sayyida - should you wish to speak of it..?'.
DarkClaw looks to you sharply, her voice lowering a fraction, "Belgarion does not know..what happened."
Samiyah looks at you curiously, raising one eyebrow.
You say (in common), 'and I take it, by your tone, you do not wish him to know, should you speak of it?'.
You say (in common), 'a ... secret? then?'.
DarkClaw nods once, exhaling and stilling her movement. "A secret. Your Sahib saved me...from feeding on Belgarion."
Samiyah's brow furrows as she frowns, looking troubled.
You say (in common), 'Sayyida... are you not a vampire?'.
DarkClaw says, 'Of course I am.'.
You say (in common), 'Do not vampires feed from mortals?'.
DarkClaw sighs and nods again. "I feed only from those who allow it. It has been thus for more years than I can count now."
You say (in common), 'Does not Belgarion give oath to you?'.
DarkClaw says, 'He does not wish it.'.
You say (in common), 'He is mortal. You are Immortal. He is your servant. You are his Mistress.'.
You say (in common), 'What say does he have in the matter? If it is your will...'.
You say (in common), 'If you Thirst, then your people should feed you.'.
You say (in common), 'Willingly. Joyfully. Obediently.'.
You say (in common), 'Such is the way of things.'.
DarkClaw says, 'They do not worship me to be blooddolls.'.
DarkClaw scowls.
You say (in common), 'I do not know this word, blooddoll... but .. if they _worship_ you... does that not give you dominion?'.
You say (in common), 'or are they only giving what is convenient and easy?'.
DarkClaw says, 'Of course, but I CHOOSE not to feed from them.'.
You say (in common), 'We have a phrase in the desert.'.
You say (in common), '"I will offer up no sacrifice to my God that costs me naught, for if I do, then my sacrifice is naught."'.
You say (in common), 'it seems that they wish much from you, but do not give in return.'.
DarkClaw says, 'They are free of blame in this matter. I refuse to give them the option to deny me. It's a choice I make solely on my own.'.
You say (in common), 'I do not understand, Sayyida, the reason in such a choice. But it is not for me to understand.'.
You say (in common), 'You lead. Therefore, you must be strong. Yet you do not feed, which makes you weak. Which in turn, lets your people be weak.'.
You say (in common), 'The desert ways are harsh... but they are strong, Sayyida.'.
DarkClaw chuckles ruefully and shakes her head, "You have such a gift for pointing out my flaws, Sami. Though...unknowingly."
Samiyah blushes, ducking her head and concealing her face in one of the layers of her veil.
You say (in common), 'Truly, that is never my intent, Sayyida.'.
You say (in common), 'That would be disrespectful.'.
Samiyah drops to one knee, head bowed.
DarkClaw says, 'No, of course it isn't. I am not accusing, merely musing.'.
Samiyah slowly rises back up.
You say (in common), 'I pray you find the strength, Sayyida, to do as you must.'.
DarkClaw says, 'Thank you, Sami. I have much to...fix, to change."'.
You say (in common), 'I have taken up too much of your time, Sayyida'.
You say (in common), 'I thank you for the blessing of your time and your words'.
DarkClaw smiles at you.
You say (in common), 'and your renewed friendship.'.
Samiyah touches her hand to her forehead, her lips, and her heart in a tribal gesture of respect.
DarkClaw says, 'Safe journeys, Sami. May the Fallen One watch over you.'.
Samiyah says softly, 'he always does...'