>>1967824
>>Nino can sit this one out.

>>1967824
>>She's got as much right to hear what you say.

>>1967824
>>Nino can sit this one out.

>>1967824
>>Nino can sit this one out.

>>1967824
>>Nino can sit this one out.

>>1967824
>Nino can sit this one out.

Kinda private stuff about Morgan

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Thinking about our reputation as a firestarter among the elves got me thinking we should put some effort into our showmanship to exploit the exaggerated stories about us.

If we really wanted our reputation to be horribly exaggerated, we could borrow Morgan's bow for a bit and try to breathe fire so it would look like our head was aflame, while Nino is our pyro-technician.

>>1968110
Nah that sounds dumb. Would rather be know as the ashmaker. Elfs saying we appear from the ashes of fire that's how we can burn entire camps with our arrival.

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>>1967824
You nod to Nino. Perhaps it was best she not be present.

"Hmph! Fine!" Nino pouts.

"No worries, Nino, you may wait in the Library as we talk." Elias waves his arm, and a new portal opens.

"Really? No restrictions?" Nino asks, seemingly tided over.

"As long as you don't take anything out of the Library itself." Elias warns, his eyes flashing red for a brief moment.

"Okaaaay!" Nino says as she leaps through the portal. You're not sure if she had even heard Elias' warning.

"Now, back to the matter at hand." Elias turns his gaze back on to you. "I have been doing some research ever since her, well... [i[changes[/i]."

You lean forward.

"Oh please, we Mages have ways of knowing things." Elias chuckles. "Moreso that she was giving of a different... shall we say aura? Regardless, there are of course no official records of her origins. Very common among those born on the literal fringes of society."

You nod, moreso to get him to get to the point. These were things you were aware of already.

"Anyways, it is my calculation that Morgan is not human." Elias' eyes fall on you. "Or more accurately, not fully human. A sort of demihuman, if you will."

You continue to glare at Elias. Morgan? A demihuman?

"She shows the physical changes, does she not?" Elias asks you. "But this does intrigue me. Our records tell of strange, beastlike people that roamed these woods centuries ago, but that was well before any sort of organized exploration effort. It was all written off as superstition and Elven mischief."

You tilt your head. But now he thinks otherwise.

"There's still so much we do not know about the Frontier." Elias' eyes smolder and flicker. "An entire tribe of people, treading the line between beast and human. The thought is utterly fascinating."

Was it?

"Now, has Morgan ever given you any clues about where she might have come from?" Elias leans in, his eyes glowing brighter. "This would certainly help in our research efforts."

You wonder what kind of "research" he was referring to.

But you do recall Morgan's attraction to those distant mountains. Should you tell that him...?

>Tell Elias about the mountains.
>Stay quiet.
>Other

>>1968197
>Tell Elias about the mountains.

>>1968197
>Tell Elias about the mountains

>>1968197
>>Tell Elias about the mountains.
>tell him about the bow changing her, and when we touched it dragon scales appearing on us.

>>1968197
Tell Elias about the mountains.

>>1968197
>>Tell Elias about the mountains.
Eh, just play along for now.

>>1968197
>Stay quiet.

>>1968197
>>Tell Elias about the mountains.

>>1968197
>>Tell Elias about the mountains.

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>>1968197
You turn to a map of the Frontier that Elias happened to have on his desk and you point at the unmarked mountain range. The one where Morgan was so interested in.

"Yes, yes... that would make sense." Elias nods. "Isolated, defensible, and self sufficient in resources. A sizeable society could live there with absolutely zero contact with us..."

You nod warily.

"I must thank you, Templar. With this information, I can convince the other Archmagi to devote more resources to exploration." Elias nods rapidly. "Yes... yes. This is a development that they cannot ignore."

Hm. Did you really do the right thing?

"Thank for your cooperation. Of course, I'll keep you updated on any new developments." Elias bows his head to you. "And, would you by any chance bring Morgan by here whenever you have the chance? I've heard about her new condition, but I've never witnessed it for myself..."

You shrug. That would be up to her.

"Understandable." Elias nods quickly. "I hope you are satisfied?"

>For now.
>He seems to be holding something back...
>Other

>>1968388
>>He seems to be holding something back...

>>1968388
>For now.

>>1968388
>>For now.

Now we just need some nicknames for the rest of our group.

>>1968388
>He seems to be holding something back...

>>1968388
>>For now...

>>1968388
>>He seems to be holding something back...

>>1968388
>He seems to be holding something back...

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>>1968388
You nod. You were satisfied for now. But you were still wary of his motives.

"Excellent. Please, if you need anything else, do come by." Elias waves his hand again, and new portal opens. You give him a respectful nod and step through it.

"About time!" Nino pouts, already waiting for you at the gate. "You sure were taking your time with him!"

You just shrug. Couldn't be helped.

"Y-you're not some kind of evil clone he replaced you with, right?" Nino pauses.

You shake your head and ruffle her hair to reassure you.

"Okay, I guess you're still the real thing!" Nino nods.

That's when you notice her cloak being a little bulkier than before. Looks like Nino was taking back a few "souvenirs"...

>Just ignore it.
>Tell her stealing is wrong.
>Other

>>1968513
>>Tell her stealing is wrong.

Nothing wrong with borrowing books from the library, though.

>>1968513
>>Tell her stealing is wrong.

>ask first

>>1968513
>Anything good?

>>1968513
>Tell her stealing is wrong.

>>1968513
>Tell her stealing is wrong.

A gentle poke on her head should be enough. Then grab the books and ask Ellias.

>>1968513
>>Just ignore it.
Dammit merc, update your twitter when you open quests! I waited almost two hours after session started!

>>1968513
>Tell her stealing is wrong.
Don't want to get on Elias's bad side.

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>>1968548
Whoops! Could've sworn I posted it!

>>1968513
>>Just ignore it.

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>>1968513
>Tell her stealing is wrong.
Maybe we can teach Nino how to use a weapon so she can become a Battle Mage, or a Magical Girl?

>>1968513
>Tell her stealing is wrong.

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>>1968513
You grab Nino's cloak and lift it up, revealing a pair of thick, leatherbound books floating just underneath. Sneaky little girl was trying to make off with some prizes, you see. You give Nino a disapproving glare.

"I was just gonna borrow them!" Nino insists.

You calmly grab the books and toss them over to Justine at the gate, who easily snatches them out of the air.

"Our thanks, Templar." Justine nods respectfully.

"Yeah! We won't have to beat ya both this time!" Caroline huffs.

You give a wave to the two girls as you exit. Justine waves back while Caroline cross her arms and turns around, refusing to face you. Such odd girls.

"So, so, where are we going next?" Nino asks happily, her arms wrapped around yours. Looks like her excitement at being back in the city has overridden her anger at being deprived of books.

>Better head back to the Monastery.
>See how Valentia is doing.
>Check on the Guild.
>Take Nino to the market.
>Otherr

>>1968648
>>Take Nino to the market.

>>1968648
>See how Valentia is doing.

>>1968648
>>Take Nino to the market.

>>1968648
>Take Nino to the market.

Is our armor still covered in ash?

>>1968648
>>Take Nino to the market.

>>1968648
>Take Nino to the market.

>>1968648
>Take Nino to the market

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>>1968648
You take Nino by the hand and guide her over to the market.

"We're going shopping?" Nino squeals. "Cool! Naru is always such a big meanie and never lets me get anything!"

Yeah, that sounded like Naru all right...

>Roll 1d20

Rolled 17 (1d20)

>>1968711
Here's for the bookstore

Rolled 13 (1d20)

>>1968711
Anything to avoid her being a nun.

Rolled 16 (1d20)

>>1968711

Rolled 19 (1d20)

>>1968711

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>>1968718
>one path leads to being a mage wearing revealing outfits
>the other leads to being a fanservice nun

This is the worst timeline

>>1968761
So, which one is less worse?

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>>1968711
Fortunately, you only get the regular stares and whispers as you stride through the streets. It was to be expected. Nobody wanted to mess with a person decked out in full plate armor, after all.

"C'mon! C'mon!" Nino tugs eagerly at your arm.

>Go where Nino wants.
>Check out some weapons and armor.
>Perhaps some books?
>Maybe a few trinkets...
>Other

>>1968761
You know, we could simply have her wear a suit of Black Templar armor. That would solve the problem and make her into the perfect daughteru.

>>1968793
>Go where Nino wants.

>>1968793
>Go where Nino wants.

>>1968793
>>Go where Nino wants.

>>1968793
>Go where Nino wants.

No need to be picky. She knows this place better than us. Probably.

>>1968793
>Go where Nino wants.

>>1968793
>>Go where Nino wants.

>>1968793
>Go where Nino wants.

Let the squirt have some fun.

>>1968761
I'd say the nun oitfit because atleast it covers her up more (relatively).

>>1968793
>>Go where Nino wants.

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>>1968761
>>1968780
The nun outfit.

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>>1968793
Nino pulls you to a rather elegant looking shop. The wooden sign in front displaying a picture of a large gemstone. You immediately began to suspect why Naru was not willing to spend on Nino...

However, it was too late to resist or protest, as Nino pulls you in.

"Welcome!" The shopkeeper, a rather portly Dwarf says happily.

You nod to him. Dwarves weren't so bad, as they'd traditionally had close ties with humans. Plus, their desire for profit usually overrode any sort of fear of discrimination they may have against Templars like you.

Nino was already eagerly eying the cases, full of resplendent jewelry and accessories of all types. Honestly, you never expected Nino to be interested in such things.

>A bit of an unnecessary extravagance...
>You suppose she deserves to be spoiled once in a while...
>Other

>>1968919
>>You suppose she deserves to be spoiled once in a while...

>>1968919
>You suppose she deserves to be spoiled once in a while...

>>1968919
>A bit of an unnecessary extravagance...

>>1968919
>>You suppose she deserves to be spoiled once in a while...

Might as well ask why.

>>1968919
>A bit of an unnecessary extravagance...

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>>1968919
>>You suppose she deserves to be spoiled once in a while...

Okay just this once. But we still gotta save up for any possible vacations at the beach or something.

>>1968780
The one which is least bullyable.

>>1968919
>You suppose she deserves to be spoiled once in a while...

Is she dabbling in enchanting?

>>1968941

No, enchantment

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>>1968945
Enchantment?

>>1968950

I wish I could answer with the many dead that know the words, Enchantment. Also not enchantment

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>>1968919
You suppose Nino deserves to spoiled once in a while. If she had a fondness for shiny items, well, who were you to tell her she was wrong? You walk over to one particular display case that seemed to catch Nino's attention, her eyes sparkling as she looks at the contents within.

You do have to admit, the craftmanship on these items was rather exquisite. Gold and silver seamlessly weaving and twisting around perfectly cut and clear gems. There was an odd, if impractical, beauty to it.

"Can we get them? Please please please?" Nino hops up and down in excitement.

You raise one finger. One item only.

"AWWWWWWWW." Nino whines.

You remain adamant, keeping one finger raised. Nino had to learn limits, plus you were pretty sure you only had enough gold on hand for one of these items...

>A golden necklace with an emerald.
>Twin silver bracelets, each shaped like dragons.
>A ruby brooch for a cloak.
>A hairband woven from purple spidersilk.
>Other

>>1969003
>>Twin silver bracelets, each shaped like dragons.

>>1969003
>>Twin silver bracelets, each shaped like dragons.

Let's go for the kool option

>>1969003
>>Twin silver bracelets, each shaped like dragons.

Never go wrong with dragons

>>1969003
>A ruby brooch for a cloak.

>>1969003
>>A golden necklace with an emerald.

Now don't go make irresponsible magical items.

>>1969003
>A ruby brooch for a cloak.

>>1969003
>Twin silver bracelets, each shaped like dragons

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>>1969003
You point to the twin silver bracelets, fashioned to look like dragons. They felt somewhat... fitting.

"Aye, those are popular pieces!" The Dwarven shopkeeper chortles. He hobbles over and unlocks the case gently handing over the twin bracelets to Nino. "Now you take good care of those, little lady!"

"I will!" Nino giggles.

You casually hand a small bag of gold to the shopkeeper. Payment for the bracelets.

"Pleasure doing business with you!" The shopkeeper bows his head.

Nino's smile was so wide you were afraid the corners of her mouth would fly straight off her face. She slips one of the bracelets onto her right wrist. She then turns and holds the other one out to you.

You pause and stare at it curiously.

"It's a set!" Nino says. "And you paid for it, so you should have the other half! You can think of it as... erm... a sign of our bond! Yeah!"

>I can't accept this.
>Thanks
>...like marriage?
>Other

>>1969094
>>1969094
>>Thanks

>>1969094
>>...like marriage?

Luckily, she isn't the super jealous type, otherwise there'd be weird magic written all over these.

>>1969094
>Thanks

Can't exactly wear it if we're in amour all the time.

>>1969094
>>Thanks

>>1969094
>>Thanks

>>1969094
>I can't accept this.

>>1969094
>Thanks

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>>1969094
You nod and accept the gift, taking the second bracelet. However, you quickly realize there was a bit of a problem.

The bracelet, made for the slim arms of young girls, would definitely not fit over your armor.

"Don't worry, I got an idea!" Nino giggles as she touches the bracelet with her finger.

And just like that, the bracelet begins to expand and stretch. Another wave of Nino's finger as the expanded bracelet over the wrist of your gauntlet before contracting again, the silver fusing into your armor like it had been forged that way.

"I think it looks great on you!" Nino giggles.

You ruffle her hair again and look up to the sky. Sol was starting to get low.

>You should head back before it gets dark.
>See how Valentia is doing.
>Check on the Guild.
>Other

>>1969219
>You should head back before it gets dark.

>>1969219
>You should head back before it gets dark

>>1969219
>>You should head back before it gets dark.

>>1969219
>>See how Valentia is doing.

>>1969219
>>You should head back before it gets dark.

Time for Nino's bedtime.

>>1969219
>>You should head back before it gets dark.

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>>1969219
You tug at Nino's arm, letting her know it was time to go.

"Okay!" Nino nods and sidles up close to you.

You wait until you're past the city gates and well on the way back to the Monastery before lifting up Nino and letting her ride on your shoulders. The girl's done enough walking today, by your estimate, and sure enough, by the time you reach the gates of the Monastery, she's already fast asleep.

"Oh, hey." Morgan is there to meet you. "Finally back."

You nod as you gently slide Nino off your shoulders and cradle her in your arms.

"So you get anything useful from the Mages?" She asks, walking forward and gently brushing the sleeping Nino's hair, her tail wagging energetically.

Should you tell her what Elias told you...?

>Nothing in particular.
>There might be a tribe of people like you out there.
>Other

>>1969273
>>There might be a tribe of people like you out there.

>>1969273
>There might be a tribe of people like you out there.

>>1969273
>There might be a tribe of people like you out there.

Maybe they're druids and the Elves want their secrets?

>>1969273
>There might be a tribe of people like you out there.

>>1969273
>>There might be a tribe of people like you out there.

>>1969273
>>There might be a tribe of people like you out there.

>>1969273
>>There might be a tribe of people like you out there.

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>>1969273
You point to Morgan, and then to the direction of the mountains. Then you start raising fingers as if you were counting up.

"Wait wait wait..." Morgan narrows her eyes. "You mean that... I'm not alone?"

You nod and then shrug. It was a distinct possibility.

Morgan is silent for a while.

"This... is a lot to take in." Morgan mumbles. "I'll take Nino to her room. You probably want to check on the others, right?"

Wait, where were the others, exactly?

"Naru and Niko are with Havel. They've been 'questioning' the prisoner. Not sure if he's talked yet. Didn't really want to stick around." Morgan sighs. "Seems like something you'd have the stomach for, though."

>You should go check up on the prisoner.
>You want to make sure Morgan is handling things well.
>Other

>>1969332
>You should go check up on the prisoner.

I'm assuming we'll be later trading them back to the elves in exchange for something we need.

>>1969332
>You want to make sure Morgan is handling things well.

>>1969332
>>You want to make sure Morgan is handling things well.

It can be quite a shock knowing you ain't the last of your kind.

>>1969332
>>You should go check up on the prisoner.

>>1969332
>You should go check up on the prisoner.

>>1969332
>You want to make sure Morgan is handling things well.

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>>1969332
>>You want to make sure Morgan is handling things well.

>>1969340
If not for that, then the reality that she isn't one hundred percent human.

>>1969356
That too.

Either way, it's quite a shocker.

>>1969332
>You should go check up on the prisoner.

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>>1969332
Looks like we've got a bit of at tie so we'll have to roll it off!

1. Prisoner
2. Morgan

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>>1969396
You nod to Morgan and gently hand over Nino to her. Morgan holds the girl close, a troubled look still clouding her face.

"Come on, Romulus." She say softly as the pup trots after her.

With Nino taken care of, you head over to the dungeon, where the Elven prisoner was undoubtedly being held. Outside the door, you could see Naru leaning against the wall, taking a heavy swig from her flask. Even from this distance, through your helmet, you could smell the alcohol.

"Yo." Naru waves clumsily to you. "See yuhr finally back."

You cross your arms, wondering what's going on. However, you're somewhat interrupted with an ear piercing scream from the other side door.

"Don't mind me, just shticking around to make sure that brute of a boss of yours doesn't just up and kill the prisoner." Naru sighs as she continues to drown her mood in drink.

Now you understood. Havel was using Naru's to keep the prisoner alive, allowing him to be a bit... looser in his questioning methods.

>Naru's skills will still be needed.
>Tell her to go take a break. You'll talk to Havel.
>Other

>>1969411
>>Tell her to go take a break. You'll talk to Havel.

>>1969411
>Naru's skills will still be needed.
Elves deserve torture.

>>1969411
>>>Tell her to go take a break. You'll talk to Havel.

>>1969411
>>Tell her to go take a break. You'll talk to Havel.

Dang.

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>>1969411
>>Tell her to go take a break. You'll talk to Havel.

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>>1969411
>Naru's skills will still be needed.

>>1969411
>Naru's skills will still be needed.
Enhanced elves, enhanced interrogation.

>>1969411
>>Naru's skills will still be needed.

>>1969411
>Tell her to go take a break. You'll talk to Havel.

>Havel torturing someone

Dam the elves in the city must have made him real mad.

>>1969446
Definitely related to the Princess being here. Question is, what do they want with those ruins?

>>1969450
It has a huge amount of mana. Which they migth be trying to harvest and since Nino os one of those mages that can draw mana from the enviroment and the elves liked to kidnnap human children with magical attunement.

They migth be trying to see what is focusing so much mana in one place or harvest it for themselfs.


Also the huge amount of mana would futher explain how Nino manage to launch such a big fire pillar.

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>>1969411
You put a hand on Naru's shoulder and give a nod. It was time for her to take a break.

"Oh no, I'm seeing this shit through." Naru sighs, but manages a slight smile. "But thanks for the thought. It really means a lot."

You nod and enter into the dungeon proper, and are met with the expected sight. In the center of the cell, the captured elf was tied to a chair, looking more like a bloodied bag of swollen flesh than an actual elf. Havel towered over him, his gauntlets covered in blood and the rest of his armor flecked with droplets of it.

Niko, meanwhile was lurking in the background, hidden in the shadows as she watched the events.

"...Ah, Templar." Havel turns to you. "I have to admit, this Elf here has some backbone. Hasn't said a single word."

"That's because they're all trained to resist those complete amateur tactics you're using." Niko rolls her eyes. "Trust me, my people have refined the art of information extraction to an art!"

"I'd rather not put my faith in the arts of a foreigner, no offense." Havel rumbles and turns to you. "Templar, would you like a turn?"

>Have a crack at it.
>Let Niko have a chance.
>Havel seems to be handling things well enough.
>Other

>>1969460
>>Have a crack at it.

Are smoke and ash enough?

>>1969460
>Have a crack at it.

>>1969460
>>Have a crack at it.

>>1969460
>Let Niko have a chance.

>>1969460
>>Have a crack at it.

Eh, sure, why not.

>>1969460
>>Have a crack at it.

>>1969459
I'm thinking that if we knew who built the damn ruins dotting the lands, and what purpose they were built for we can get a better idea.

Unless they're looking for ancient tech in general.

>>1969460
>Have a crack at it.


In thier tongue he is Do'vah Kiin, Dragonborn!

>>1969460
>>Have a crack at it.

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>>1969460
You step forward, cracking your knuckles. You were itching for a go at it.

The Elf, for his part, manages a defiant glare back at you. Well, he would be glaring if this eyes weren't swollen over. But still, you could understand the meaning.

Still, how to get him to talk...?

>Beat the information out of him.
>Try to scare the information out of him.
>Other

>>1969460
>Have a crack at it.

Eh this is kinda bad should leave the guy to recover if he's beaten like that time to use instruments. A hot iron some nail/teeth pulling. Or sink his head for a time in a little bit of water.

>>1969483
>Beat the information out of him.

>>1969483
>>Try to scare the information out of him.

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>>1969483
>Other: Try to scare the information out of him by showing off all the cool torture inatruments we have Let's see if we remember something the battle sisters teached us.

>>1969483
>>Try to scare the information out of him.
Stare.

>>1969483
>Try to scare the information out of him.

Beating him up obviously isn't doing anything.

>>1969483
>>>Try to scare the information out of him.

>>1969483
>>Try to scare the information out of him.

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>>1969483
>>Try to scare the information out of him.

>>1969490

"If we wanted to serious harm, we'd send a Sister."

>>1969483
>Try to scare the information out of him.

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>>1969483
You decide a different approach was in order. If physical violence would work...

>Roll 1d20+2

Rolled 3 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>1969523
Dice

Rolled 16 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>1969523

Rolled 17 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>1969523

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Rolled 19 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>1969523
Come on men don't force me to call a sister down here.

Rolled 10 + 2 (1d20 + 2)

>>1969523
Damn, late to the rolls. Fuck it.

>>1969535
>inb4 Sister Initiate Nino dresses like a CUTE version of the usual nun, but with SPATS!

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>>1969546
>spoiler

Now you are just playing god anon!!

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>>1969523
You rap on your armor a bit, knocking out some of the loose ash and soot still stuck in the crevices and cracks until you have an entire handful of it.

And then you forcefully smear the ash right into the Elf's face. Maybe he didn't like the stuff, or maybe he came to the realization that you were literally rubbing the remains of his comrades onto him. Nevertheless, the Elf finally cracks.

"You monster!" He snaps. "We will cleanse this these lands of your foul taint! Whether it takes one year or one thousand, it will be done!"

Well, it seems that worked.

"Hmmmm, good work, Templar." Havel rumbles as he steps forward. "What shall we try asking him?"

"Better be quick about it." Niko points out. "I don't think he's gonna be conscious for long."

>Ask what is so important about that Ruin.
>Ask him who is their leader.
>Ask how many more of them are out there.
>Other

>>1969554
>>Ask what is so important about that Ruin.
People are just targets. But their objective, Why they're here at all, is most important.

>>1969554
>>Ask what is so important about that Ruin.

>>1969554
>Ask what is so important about that Ruin.

>>1969554
>Ask what is so important about that Ruin.

>>1969554
>Ask what is so important about that Ruin
>Ask how many more of them are out there.

Also
>smear the ash right into the Elf's face. Maybe he didn't like the stuff, or maybe he came to the realization that you were literally rubbing the remains of his comrades onto him.

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>>1969554
>Ask how many more of them are out there.

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>>1969554
You nod to Havel, who steps forward.

"What was so important about that Ruin you would pick a fight with the Mages?" He growls.

"What is buried... should stay buried." The Elf mumbles. "The sins of the past must never come to light..."

The Elf then slumps forward completely out cold.

"Damn." Havel grunts. "I suppose that is enough interrogation for today."

You turn to Havel and point in the direction of Eisenwand. Do the others know of this development yet?

"No, this is strictly Templar business at the moment." Havel responds. "We cannot make rash accusation without proof, of which this Elf here will be the only source."

"You sure it's a good idea to keep this under the rug?" Niko asks.

"As I said, this is Templar business." Havel rumbles.

>We should warn the others, at least.
>Defer to Havel.
>Other

>>1969588
>>Defer to Havel.
Last thing we need is to cause an uproar at a critical time.

>>1969588
>Defer to Havel.

>>1969588
>>Defer to Havel.

>>1969588
>Defer to Havel.

Not enough evidence. This could be just a band of rogue elfs. Just like the 'bandits' in the forest. We need to find out more.

But maybe we should warm people about the ruin so the mages don't end up doing what all mages do.

>>1969588
>>Defer to Havel.

>>1969588
>>Defer to Havel.

>>1969588
>Defer to Havel.
If the elf royal family is a part of this, we have to be certain. If we're wrong, then the princess may take an invested interest in our party members.

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>>1969600
>She hates us as if we were the devil himself
>At the same time, she gets along with everyone else in the party, and even plays with Romulus.

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>>1969588
You nod, deferring to Havel's judgment. This was a serious matter that would require some discretion, especially with Semiramis present within the city. You sense things would be very sensitive politically.

"I will have to report these findings to the High Marshal." Havel says as he strides out of the dungeon. "Make sure the prisoner is properly restrained before you leave."

"Right right." Niko sighs as she steps forward.

>Ask Niko what's been going on here.
>Get a drink with Naru.
>Check up on Morgan.
>Other

>>1969588
>>Defer to Havel.

>>1969606
>>Check up on Morgan.

>>1969606
>>Check up on Morgan.

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>>1969606
>Ask Niko what's been going on here.

>>1969604
Implying that this isn't a vile elf plot to steal Romulus and get Morgan as a new pet!

>>1969606
>Ask Niko what's been going on here.

>>1969606

>Ask Niko what's been going on here.

>>1969606
>Check up on Morgan.

>>1969606
>>Ask Niko what's been going on here.

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>>1969606
You look to Niko, searching for an explanation.

"Oh, you wanna know what's been going on, huh?" Niko frowns. "Well, uh, yeah. The past couple of days was just Havel wailing on this guy here, trying to get him to talk. But I've also noticed a lot of movement around the Monastery, too."

That grabs your attention. Surveillance?

"Pretty sure it's the Elves scoping the place out." Niko frowns. "I was certain I was discreet in getting this guy here, but then again, the may just be watching this place as a precaution. Enemy stronghold, after all."

Understandable, but troubling all the same.

"Well, if you want, I guess we can go out and, er, 'discourage' them from snooping around!" Niko gives a sly grin.

>Sounds like a good idea.
>Let them watch. We have nothing to hide.
>Other

>>1969650
>>Let them watch. We have nothing to hide.
Discouraging them might tip them off more than just being super discreet

>>1969650
>>Sounds like a good idea.

>>1969606
>>Check up on Morgan.

>>1969650
>>Sounds like a good idea.

>>1969650
>Sounds like a good idea.
Spoiling attack.

>>1969650
>>Sounds like a good idea.

>>1969650
>Sounds like a good idea.

Really they should know better.

>>1969650
>>Sounds like a good idea.

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>>1969650
You nod. Sounds like a good idea.

"Sweet!" Niko grins. "So, we gonna take all out together? Or are you just gonna do the whole silent loner thing...?"

Maybe Morgan's skills would be useful. Nino though was right out. You couldn't afford her causing a commotion so close to Eisenwand.

>Work with Niko.
>Maybe get Morgan to help out too.
>You can handle this on your own.
>Other

>>1969680
>>Work with Niko.

>>1969680
>>Work with Niko.

>>1969680
>Work with Niko.

>>1969680
>>Work with Niko.

>>1969680
>Maybe get Morgan to help out too.

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>>1969680
You nod and give a thumbs up to Niko. You were up to throwing some more wrenches into Elven plans.

"All right!" Niko grins. "All we gotta do is wait till it gets dark, and then jump 'em when they start crawling out of wherever they're hiding!"

Yeah, sounded like a plan.

"Looking forward to it!" Niko's eyes gleam.

As the two of you speak, Sol drops ever lower, and shadows begin to fall over Eisenwand and the Monastery. It wouldn't be long now...

>And that's it for tonight! As always, next thread is next week. And don't forget Macross on Friday!

>>1969706
Thanks for running Merc!

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>>1967824
>"I will have to report these findings to the High Marshal."

Oh boy...here comes the battle sister.

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>>1969730
Considering the orc horde the Order is dealing with, I wouldn't expect a large force coming to help.

Maybe a few nuns, and knights supplemented by a bunch of new recruits for 'on the job training'.