Into the Light
Into the Light
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With me leading, Karlock by my side, Asylin slightly behind him and Alleria trailing behind we finally made our first steps into the vast unknown. Going by what Karlock and Asylin remembers is the only clue I can base this on, although low on information regarding the area my thoughts dwell on what this place looked before the destruction that made the place the way it is now. Glancing from left to right as we slowly walk through the ruins, my mind can't help but form ghastly illusions of what the place used to look as though some sort of magic is entering my eyes to see what no other people can see at the moment.
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Alleria walks cautiously up and towards the female figure leaning against the broken column, at first they exchange words then exchanged a warm embrace and last small sounds of giggling and laughing can be heard as they talked. After what seemed like 20 minutes or so Alleria and the female walked over to where Asylin, Karlock, Rulia and myself stood and starts introducing her to us.
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I found myself pretty much awake as sunlight streaked through the clouds and into the dense trees that covered our heads for the night. Thankfully we moved from the ruins and slept where we did now since looking up I can see multiple droplets of water upon the branches and if we weren't under this large tree, we would definitely be drenched out there in the open. Of course, that didn't stop us from getting a bit wet from the rain either, which I for once am definitely glad. Stretching my arms and legs out after standing and making sure that everyone is accounted for, I leisurely found myself leaning against the base of the tree and waiting for everyone else to wake up and start the long yet surprisingly close destination to the Ninjstui Empire.
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Selan goes into on how she was raised in her Elven village and how she did the many things that was required of her to do as a princess. Many can say it was an obligation or duty but to her it was a world of opportunity and satisfaction of curiosity being offered at a very young age to explore her limits. She was to fulfill her personal quests of power, agility, endurance and knowledge of the forest as soon as she's ready from her personal education of basic hunting, in tune with nature and scouting. After she has greatly progressed from her other students of the village she was granted to become more than what standard Elves can do and with the expert skill in learning quickly, Selan quickly learned the powers of healing and follows the path to master the holy spells. Later in her training she was granted her angelic wings from her superior tactics and bravery and thus she was given the legendary celestial blade of the heavens as a reward for her efforts. As the years went by and her skills got even better, she went and continued to perfect her skills with the sword and then was knighted by the Elven King of her village whom was also her father. After not only impressing her elders of the Elven village and her father she was then set to go forth by the Queen to a holy quest to protect the city of Shiuan. Once she got to this realm and onto this planet she set forth to recruit not only the best Elves of the forest but the most talented to become her own Knights of Shiuan personally trained by her. As the time went by and after many battles against Empire of Ninjstui, she mentions the day that she feared death the day the clouds went black and the wall of flames that was sent upon the forest. She shakes her head and continues almost in a sad whisper of what she can vaguely remember and how tragic her whole army of Knights was slaughtered off from within the flames. She gathers all her courage to tell the rest of the tale as she remembered watching all her close companions fall one by one until all but left was herself and the body that was still breathing in front of her...
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What a lovely sun light, it just occurred to me that we never really appreciate the sights when we are alive... *sighs and lies down as though listening to the grass* nature is crying...
*nods* I understand what you mean, it's hard at first but nature deals it's own hatred in forms of disasters and thus it balances out.
After a long and interesting tracking and without the aid of magic, I'm proud to announce we've arrived to the ruins of the Ninjstui Empire. *almost in a tour guide tone of voice* to the north of us we can clearly see the front gates with two large statues to either side, unfortunately due to decay and rumble the statues are quite undistinguishable. To the left we see what is left of a long ago abandoned pool, it's content of water is no longer there for anyone to use. To the right what I can see is several fragments of what closely resembles a guard tower and several other building long destroyed.
*nods and looks to the directions as Asylin points to them* you sure you don't lead often? You sound as though you do this every day! *Laughs and looks about*
well from what I can tell from where we are, the standard fortifications for this area were simple as though they were always at peace and didn't need much protection from enemies or the local city. Which was the city we bypassed earlier on... the city of Shiuan... so we can safely assume this area has been long abandoned.
*stretches and slowly arises* well if anything does move, even to the slightest of sounds I'll warn you about it Ace. I mean it's not something I can miss...
but as we all can see for ourselves that they weren't totally at peace, a guard tower is a distinct building that is only used solely on the purpose of spotting any threats coming to their castle.
*Laughs* yes I don't lead anything Rulia... *nods to Karlock* and for all we know this fort might have had several powerful mage towers cause there are lots of rumble among the buildings behind and along the gates. But if memory served me correctly... the Ninjstui Empire rarely concentrated their efforts on magic... but more on stealth and damage even cunning underhanded motives to achieving their goals.
*thinks and nods* it does seem only logical, but I wouldn't doubt that they might have had ONE powerful mage within their fort.
*agrees with Rulia* you're definitely right on that, most forts do hold at least one powerful mage within their walls, just in case the overwhelming force by strength is not enough. Magical attributes and dark summoning was most popular... but in this case the Ninjstui Empire which I do remember concentrated heavily on their armies of Ninjas...
*can't help but laugh a bit louder than intended* Ninjas in this day and age? Are we talking about the same black costumed people with high agility and speed that throws star like weapons? Those are so outdated...
so in saying this fort was basically a Ninja stronghold... now nothing left but the ancient ruins that we see now before us. *thinks and looks at Alleria* so what or whom do you think can successfully destroy this sort of fortification?
Anyone with highly technological power or high magical power can make this sort of thing happen to any castle, fort or village.
from what you're saying, are you thinking what I'm thinking? *looks to Karlock* What do you think cause this to occur?
what are you thinking of Alleria? That perhaps...
that perhaps the city of Shiuan did this??
that thought has crossed my mind Alleria... but...
I personally think the city of Shiuan can easily do this, after all Alleria... you did mention that the Ninjstui Empire did fear the city for it's magical abilities.
*nods as if the picture is fast clearing up* so we're all assuming that the ruins of Ninjstui and the city of Shiuan went all out and wiped out each other... and that nature expanded the huge forest to separate the two cities forever from eternal devastation?
Perhaps we should save those pondering thoughts and ask of them when we do meet a native of Ninjstui or it's ruins, cause it does seem a lot has occurred for this little fort of the Ninjstui Empire.
well we best bypass the ruins quick or before we're forced to camp... especially how we all know how this castle has it's dark tales and legends written within it's walls. So personally I'd recommend in exploring the surrounding place first before we stay in one area and decipher the hidden messages left long ago...
yes we best continue, you are still leading Asylin... *giggles*
it's just something I myself can remember at times... all those years just in the academy, nothing really all that hard to think back on.
*embraces Asylin* well I'm counting on you and Karlock for extreme details since you two have been here before. I also assume you two haven't been past the castle gates...
guilty as charged... even though we basically moved around freely... and exploring the area of Ninjstui, we never once got close to the castle, as though a magical barrier was set prior to you two's arrival.
most impressive and interesting ideas and flashbacks, but what are we doing as of now? I do still have something to do in the morning... *giggles*
well let us all follow Ace and hopefully we all bypass and get to what we do normally. *smiles*
Through the gates of the Ninjstui ruins we go!
*has a blank look on his face and slowly follows after Ace* don't rush into it, these are the ruins so even if we don't expect anything to be living around this area. The least you can do is be careful and not ruin the delicate fragments and rocks among the floor and let things be undisturbed the way we found it.
*blinks* and I thought I was leading again... wasn't I leading? *said to herself* hey!! Wait up on me too would you people, I did lead you all through the forest for crying out loud. At the least let me be second instead of the third in line following...
*follows Asylin's pace and keeps quiet*
*blinks and rubs eyes to make sure I'm not seeing things* Alleria, tell me I'm not seeing what I'm seeing ahead of me.
You're not the only one Ace, I see it too... *points forward*
*catches her breath and slows down to look from behind Karlock* umm guys it's not such a big deal, it's only a silhouette of a person leaning on a broken column.
I see what you all are looking at, we're not all seeing ghosts or mirages from the heat. There's someone here other than us and it's probably been waiting for us to arrive, best be alert for this Ace.
Just to confirm what we all see, I'm going to describe the scene in front of my eyes... standing not far from where we stand is a figure wearing some sort of light armor that seems to fit snuggly around it's feminine figure. Stretching behind her armor appears to be two rather tattered wings and as we speak her arms are moving in a strange motion, as though she's casting a spell .
*nods* I don't think we've been spotted just yet, but I think she does seem to acknowledge some sort of presence has entered the ruins of Ninjstui...
*closes her eyes and concentrates* it doesn't seem like a hostile spell she's casting from what I can hear from the wind.
*quietly whispers to herself* Lord Trayinue give us the strength and time to overcome this obstacle... as we'll do this correctly and rid of this Lord Sirus once and for all so the Sukzo Empire will once again live free of this menace.
*using her keen senses she looks to where the figure stands* Can it be?! No... it can't be so, the figure leaning on the column could only be one person. Let me go approach her Ace from what I've learned, I think I know her...
I've never doubted you before Alleria, so be on your best guard since we have no clue if it's a friend or an enemy.
I agree with Karlock, but knowing you better I'm sure you have your reasons in approaching her. I just hope you're not wrong and get yourself injured now Alleria... I'm certain Mike wouldn't be so happy to hear of your misfortune.
We'll watch you from here Alleria and I'm sure if anything happens I'll definitely be the first to come to your aid. *said with high confidence*
This here my friends is the legendary Angelic, Elven Knight of Shiuan, her name is Selan. After many years of serving under her guidance when I was younger she led her Elves across many forests against the evil that threatened our homes. Aserina my twin sister never got the chance to meet this legendary Elf but one day she shall as she is more than welcome to live amongst us. As you can see, she's as beautiful as she is then as she is now standing 5'6 in height, glowing emerald green eyes and pitch black hair flowing in the wind as she walks.
*stands there looking over the female's wings* why are her wings shredded and tattered by chance?
*sighs* sadly enough Selan's wings once full and strong aren't at the best of conditions as of now due to a rather huge battle which left her unable to fly as she once did.
Princess Selan of Shiuan... I think I've heard of her before back on Earth in a story of some sort, in the story she was considered a high Elf whom stood above and beyond the study of good and gained Angelic or Holy status which explains the wings...
that would best explain her condition of her wings, that and she looks quite drained for being out in this kind of atmosphere. Shouldn't we be getting her to a fountain or forest for her to sleep and recuperate?
*nods to my words* you are most wise young one... as you've gained your wings as a vampire as I can see, I've earned my wings in ways different than you did.
*blinks* you see Ace's wings even when they're folded underneath his cloak?
Selan please meet my friends and Royal court of the Chaos Empire. The one standing in front of you with the red and black cloak is none other than Lord Ace, Emperor of Planet Chaos. Standing next to him is his Royal Guard of Chaos and loyal knight, Karlock who's also a Knight of the Sukzo Empire. Hiding behind Karlock is Rulia, a knight in training of the Sukzo Empire. Last standing slightly behind Karlock is Asylin our guide and sorceress of Chaos. *beams a smile*
Hmph I suppose no one is listening to me about Selan's rest! Anyhow I'm more than just those things you've mentioned but nevertheless I'm honored to meet a legend in the flesh and my name is Asylin. *smiles and bows*
Well with Alleria introducing me so well, I'll leave it at that your highness and I'm more than honored to meet you Selan. *bows*
*smiles and nods* it's my pleasure to meet you Asylin and Karlock, for it's been a long time since I laid eyes upon any living things amongst these ruins. *sighs heartily* I can't believe so many years have long been passed... when these skies were filled with birds and around the forest were animals of all sort... now before you what you see is a barren waste land of ruins. *inhales deeply and shakes her head*
*smiles and bows* no need for formalities and such Selan, in the future a simple call of Ace will do just fine and I welcome you to the group. Last may I add Alleria is the best guard, friend and anything you can name she can offer, her loyalty to the Chaos Empire and her own Elven friends have always more than impressed me.
*blinks and giggles a bit* sir Ace, thank you for accepting me into your realm and group for I'll need utmost time to get familiar with non-Elves if you so understand my situation. Due to many untrustworthy treaties and back stabbing alliances over the years... my doubts have usually kept me away from socializing with outsiders, so please don't find it offensive of me to speak with your Elven representatives over your own loyal troops of Chaos. *bows*
*nods understanding* in due time I'm sure we'll talk as though we've known each other for years but for now I'm sure Alleria will be more than glad to talk with you then notify me of your words.
*blinks and cautiously walks in front of Karlock* Greetings... I'm... Rulia... *continues to stutter nervously* nice to meet you, it's a rare opportunity to meet a legend. *extends her hands out to greet Selan*
*looks around him in shock* yes indeed it looks all so grim, never have I witnessed such beauty in ways you so describe your lost homeland Selan. Now standing here looking around, it finally hits me that the ruins is only a small fracture of damage and the majority of the damages are of the natural flora and fauna of the area.
*stays quiet and wonders if anyone is thinking that Selan needs her rest*
*looks towards me and nods* Thank you for understanding Ace... *sighs once again and looks to Karlock* it's most unfortunate that I failed to protect the very land I vowed. *looks to Rulia and shakes her hand* it's also great to meet you as well Rulia, though the reason it's a rare opportunity to see any of us is cause not many legends are still amongst the living. *looks at her curiously* is there a specific reason why you are so nervous Rulia?
you've got to forgive her nervous behavior Selan, after all she's rarely out of her own planet and rarely does she see a divine being as yourself. *nudges Alleria* right Alleria? you don't mind representing for me in presence of Selan do you?
exactly as I would word it, couldn't be said any better milord. *smiles and winks towards my direction*
*blinks in confusion* me a divine being? *ponders on that thought for a moment and looks to Rulia* still you've no need to be nervous of me, I'm still a living being like just the rest of you. I breath the same air, drink the same water and bleed the same blood you all have flowing through your bodies... so please calm yourself Rulia.
*blinks and nods* nicely said for an Angel... *giggles* but nevertheless true to hear Selan. Oh! *giggles and nods towards me* yes definitely milord I'm more than happy to represent you for Selan.
*stutters a bit more and inhales deeply* I will try fair maiden, I shall gather all my strength and calm myself to follow and learn of your ways so that I one day can become like you. *glows with confidence all of a sudden* I will do justice and not fail until I become the Knight that everyone knows of you.
*nods in agreement* I'm sure you'll be the best knight ever in the Sukzo Empire and of all the realms Rulia, I've always had my faith in you. That is partially why I agreed to come along on this quest and of course secondly... Lord Trayinue wishes to see me personally to this quest.
I'm proud of your confidence Rulia and I wish to see you accomplish this no easy task that has been giving to you by your lord. *nods* but for now I feel awfully drained and need a comfortable spot to lay my head upon. *looks to Alleria and smiles* then we'll definitely talk in the future more.
Finally thank you Selan, someone finally agrees with me and long and behold it's the person herself that has to mention it before anyone else catches on!
*blushes a deep red in embarrassment* well Asylin I did hear you awhile back but the conversation was just heating up and one thing led to another and you know how that is...
*turns away in embarrassment* please accept my apologies Selan for keeping you away from your precious rest time, I should of known better in your condition that you'll need sleep. *kneels and offers his shoulder* Here please lie on my shoulder for a pillow, we'll make camp here if it's ok from Ace.
*giggles and shakes her head* no need to apologize, if I knew this was to happen I would of let myself drift to sleep. Alas it was the conversation that had kept me awake so that's partially why I felt drained. *lays her head upon Karlock's shoulder and closes her eyes* I'm sure I'll be all better in the morning after a goodnight's sleep.
*nods and smiles* that you shall get Selan, best catch all the rest you can before we go forward to the Empire of Ninjstui... even though it seems close by it'll still be a trip for all of us, let us make camp here within the ruins.
*takes off his cloak and wraps it about Selan and gently lowers himself against the column to sleep* a good night's rest sounds just great for me... *murmurs as he fell asleep*
*curls into a ball and sleeps beside Karlock*
ok that leaves just Alleria, Ace and myself awake to stand watch... hmmm... which of you two wish to have first watch?
I wouldn't mind first watch, you two catch some sleep while you can. *smiles*
*nods and lies down with my arms bracing my head to look up into the sky* I'll try to catch some sleep thanks Alleria.
still awake I see hmmm Ace? Well I'm off for some nice dreams and some good rest since I practically didn't get much of it since I led you all earlier this morning. *sighs and lies down letting her side rest against the column* night...
*giggles as she watches Asylin drift off to bed and turns her gaze towards me* having trouble sleeping hmmm Ace?
*sighs and nods* it's been so long since I've been back home on planet Chaos... I wonder how Lenora and the children back home are doing... you can say I'm sort of homesick...
*nods* looking into the starless night sure does bring much thoughts of home milord. I myself miss my band of rogues and friends back on planet Chaos and other parts of the realm.
you mean Aserina you sister back on planet Chaos I would also assume?
yeah... it's been so long since I've seen her and in that short time of period we did have together seemed short as we had to part again on this quest... so it leaves an empty spot in my heart whenever I think of her. Perhaps next time we can drag her along with us on a quest too, just like old times back in my Elven village. *softly laughs*
sure, that be great... I wouldn't mind knowing more of her myself, she seems so different from you even though similar in appearance. *sighs and closes my eyes* Thanks for talking with me Alleria, sharing your thoughts comfort me and I can finally sleep a bit more comfortable knowing that I'm not the only one homesick.
*smiles down at me* no problem milord, sleep well and we'll talk more in the future.
*looking up and into the branches there indeed was Alleria resting against the tree trunk* Did you get enough sleep or rest last night Alleria? As you know... we do have a long trip ahead of us... so I'll assume watch while you catch you sleep okay?
*nods half heartily and with semi-closed eyes* yes milord, you do that and I'll gladly catch some sleep while time permits.
*softly laughs* will do Alleria... you get some beauty rest while I'll keep watch, it'll but be a few hours before the sun is bright.
*rolls about and awakens not only herself but Karlock as well* Oh do I feel just so anew after that lovely sleep upon a comfortable pillow. *giggles and pats Karlock's shoulder*
a good morning to you both but try to keep your voices lowered, Alleria has been up much of the night and needs her sleep. *points up into the tree* she's up there sound asleep even now and probably needs all the energy she can gain from it.
*stretches and yawns* I'd say... *rubs his sore shoulder* my shoulder although sore from your comfortable rest, I'm glad that your sleep went uninterrupted Selan. *looks towards me and nods* a good morrow to you milord and I'll try to dim down my voice since I do know how important a good night's sleep can do for anybody.
a good morrow to you as well Ace... *lowers her head and tries to look guilty but cute* thanks for your shoulder Karlock... I had a restful night upon it, and if you ever need my wings for sleep they are feeling a lot better and look anew from what I can tell. *examines her wings which don't look so tattered anymore*
*looks over to Karlock's side and nods* yep she's still out like a bulb and sleeping like a cat, curled like a ball. I tell you... that Rulia.
ah you can't blame her Ace... after all she's all excited about this quest. To prove to herself and her lord that she can accomplish this appointed task as easily as she did the other quests she was sent forth to. Such excitement does tend to drain her down significantly.
I would assume so, if such a task were given to me I'd definitely be tired and needed my precious sleep. *looks to Rulia*
*slowly rises from the side of the tree trunk and yawns* a good morrow to all and I wonder if all you got enough sleep cause you'd be needing it in a couple of hours from now as we do still need to travel.
*barely awake and mumbles* just a little more... *half asleep and half awake continues to make sounds but unrecognizable to our ears*
*sighs inwardly* give poor Alleria a few more hours as she was practically up all night watching out for us, she so does need the sleep. *points to Rulia* she too is also still asleep so until them two get their remaining hours of rest, we'll wait until the sun shines a bit brighter.
agreed... but what are we to do while we wait for them to wake up milord?
*folds her wings behind her back and lies down again upon Karlock's shoulder* we can rest and try to figure out a plan while we do have the time to do so.
easily said than done Selan, as much as you know the front gates of Ninjstui Empire isn't open with welcoming arms. They'll definitely be guarded with at least two guards, a tower of some sort and magical devices around the area.
glad to know some sort of picture of how the main gates of Ninjstui looks like now but are you sure none of that has changed since you've been here?
*shakes his head* it's been a long time since we've set our eyes upon the Ninjstui Empire and I doubt that the place even remotely looks like it was back then.
definitely true their defenses can't be the same as it was back then... *looks to Selan* perhaps you know how the Ninjstui Empire looks like this day and era?
*sighs and shakes her head* as much as I can remember the main gate of the Ninjstui Empire has greatly changed from it's usual two guards and guard tower... due to the fact that they fear of an upcoming war is about to happen.
*thinks* so if they anticipate this war as you so say, then the recruitment back at home... the Sukzo Empire will have only a slight chance of winning since we planned this as a surprise attack.
*nods* I'm not all that surprised that they're prepared for a war, but the good thing is that they're not anticipating of our quest before the grand finale. If our plans are ruined and they find out of us, the upcoming battle will definitely be a total loss.
so the question remains... what shall we do to get past the main gates? Once we're in, keeping a low profile isn't hard since most of the guards rarely stay in the city. From what I can remember the citizens of the Ninjstui Empire are free to roam around and hardly harassed for anything, so if we manage to get past the guards we'll be home free.
*eyes glisten and smiles* there's one plan that should work, knowing the area to be anti-magic and being my magic isn't included and with the knowledge I know of the main city of the Ninjstui Empire. We can claim to be merchants or common travelers of a nearby town to visit or just merely passing by to the port of Ninjstui.
*surprised look on her face* your magic isn't affected?? Why didn't you say so in the first place?!! *thinks with anew possibilities* but wouldn't the magical devices around the area detect any magic use anyhow?
if what Asylin says is true, then getting through is our main problem. From what Selan suggests though that might just work...
with that in mind are we agreed to go with what Selan suggests? It does seem easy and a workable plan.
*laughs* you tend to forget the magic that I possess isn't the same as mages or clerics Karlock. My magical powers are far more powerful and will not be detected my mere mages, that is partially why the Ninjstui Empire feared us so.
then this should be an even easier quest than I thought it to be... *smiles and nods* well since you mentioned and seemed to remember a lot more now Selan... can you be a dear and tell us of your story?
*lies down upon the tree trunk and waits* since we're all set on a definite plan now, I'm more than happy to listen to your story as well Selan.
I'm also interested in knowing the past of this wonderful place that you once called home Selan... please start?
*nods and smiles* never have I heard so much requests of anyone to asking of my home, I'm deeply touched by all your enthusiasm and interest. Thus I will tell you the place, which I used to call Shiuan while we wait for our friends Alleria and Rulia to wake up.
*with a sigh finishes her last sentence of her story* ... at the end the bravest knight that I've recruited from the heaven leapt in front of me to my aid. As the flames burned away the forest and to the brink of death I knelt there helplessly looking up into the eyes of the killer of my proud knights... it was none other than... *interrupted by Alleria*
None other than the lord of The Ninjstui Empire... Lord Sirus. *rubs her eyes and stretches her arms out* It's been awhile since I've gotten this much sleep to say the least comfortable too... *giggles*
*nods* no doubt about it that was what he introduced himself to be... and he vowed to finish me but was interrupted by my last knight that stood his ground. Unfortunately in my condition I couldn't do anything to finish the damage in which he started in my defense... and Lord Sirus fled into the night. The body of this brave knight is safely hidden away at this moment and I hope he lies undisturbed but I won't ever forget his name for I'll forever cherish the name...
*nods and smiles to Alleria* A very good morning to you, I hope in the future you'll get the best of sleep. *giggles then looks to Selan* and thus is how you ended up now in your condition... but you still have yet to determine how long ago was this battle of Shiuan and the Ninjstui Empire?
*speechlessly digests the story in slowly* wow you've been through a lot in your life Selan... if only my life was that interesting, but one day I'm sure I'll have a tale to tell you as well. *smiles and says with confident* I'll bet on it anytime soon too!
*shakes her head and sighs* I've been hidden away to rest upon my dead knight in arms and the many corpses of the army that came along with Lord Sirus that day just to see the light of day now... I've been out too long to remember the exact time that this battle has taken, but I can tell you from the ruins I just came out of that it was definitely a long time.
such a tragic story Selan... was this particular last knight a personal guard of yours? He certainly did his best to stand his last grounds by your side... *wipes a tear from her eyes* what is this honorable knight's name? I'll remember his name and not let him die in vain...
no challenge on you on that Selan... You've been through much death and I don't blame you for not wishing to remember that horrid day.
you have great warriors that have served for your bravery and intelligence in battle Selan and I hope to one day learn some of what you taught your knights...
*thinks a moment* you mentioned your last knight who saved you from Lord Sirus that horrid day... what was his name and where have you placed him?
*lowers her head and nods* yes indeed I mentioned his last heroic deed for his princess if not Queen... his name is Varkyle and I left him within the ruin temple from where you found me earlier. I carefully made sure he was to be in peace for what he has accomplished in his short lifetime. *sighs inwardly* he was so young and so full of energy that Varkyle... *shakes out of the depression and nods* that day will come shortly Karlock, for I must pass on my teachings to a knight to become a better one.
VARKYLE?! You can't be speaking of the very same Varkyle of Chaos are you? He was one of the best Royal Guards of the Royal court of planet Chaos... he was with you?! *says with excitement*
Varkyle... the Royal Guard of Chaos? The very same one who died on planet Transylvaina so very long ago?
*shakes her head in denial* it can't be the same Varkyle... though in another part of me wishes to believe it's the same one due to the fact that we never found his body to consider it official...
*blinks confusingly* Varkyle... you all know of Varkyle? He must be a popular person... I've not heard of him ever in any galaxies or outer realms at all... never have I even hear a whisper of his name... *thinks* but nevertheless I'll remember him well! *nods*
*brightens up a bit* so I assume that you all knew Varkyle very close from your answers... although I never noticed his other talents besides his excellent sword skills he was a very honorable knight. But now that you've brought it up he always considered his other powers an old habit as though he can't place it in his memory of how or when he got his powers. That and he also had angelic wings like me... which make him a lot special than my other female Elven knights I did train but are now dead.
well Varkyle was extremely talented and had his shares of battles for Lord Chaos... the Lord of planet Chaos before I am currently and was always respected highly. The only reason I can explain the wings was that he didn't die but was given a second chance from his sacrifice and gained wings of an Angel instead of a vampire when he was defeated on planet Transylvaina...
Let us assume it IS he for now, what can we do to bring him back to us to the living Selan?
*sighs and shakes her head* Miracles? *laughs lightly on the subject* believe and pray for him to walk into the light Karlock, that's all we can hope from him now.
Well... that's not much to go on but I do know of another way for guidance for Varkyle, I do owe him at least that if nothing else. *thinks*
We might as well try what Selan suggests, for I have no other ideas or plans to go about bringing back the dead...
*nods towards my direction* I second that, we try what Selan has to offer and hope that Varkyle may once again join the living...
Don't get me wrong my friends, I wish that it was that simple for our dearly departed Royal Guard of Chaos to return as though nothing has happened while all has happened in his absence. But what of the big consequences for screwing up bringing back the dead from another realm of existence?
*sweatdrops* do you doubt a high Elven Angelic Knight of Shiuan Alleria? Not to discredit your claim but I am well educated in revival and healing so even if it's not completely positive to get Varkyle back, at least I know I've tried my best. That and my chances are pretty high considering that I had a restful night from you thanks to your watch Alleria and lastly I'll be concentrating on this task to the fullest of my abilities.
What else have we got to lose? This is definitely a gain for us that we had lost back then... I'm all for it that Selan test her healing abilities to revive Varkyle.
*nods* Alleria look at it this way, you said so yourself that Selan is the legendary Elven Knight of Shiuan so she should be able to perform this without a hitch. So let's all believe and give her a chance to do something for her beloved knight for sacrificing himself all those years...
Very well... we've all agreed in finding a way to resurrect Varkyle... let us begin now while the sun is still out to add to our advantage... last thing I would want is an ambush during this precious ceremony in revival of our friend.
*smiles and agrees* we definitely have to give it our best... *looks to Selan* so exactly what do you need and how are we to proceed?
or onward with Part XX!