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LUX『 ʏᴇᴇᴛ ᴛʜᴇ sʜᴀᴅᴏᴡs 』CROWNGUARD ([personal profile] interlucere) wrote in [community profile] aefenglom2019-09-06 07:49 am

[ VOICE ] - dated before the first ship to Dorchacht

My name is Lux, and I have a favor to ask of a few of you.

A number of us will be traveling to Dorchacht to... smooth over some rough patches in our relationship with them. Say what you will about how they treat others—I have my own opinions, and that isn't necessarily something I wish to speak about here. That isn't the point of this. Talks are bound to be tense, and many of us will be going in blind.

I am looking for a few monsters to align with, who won't shy away from gathering information, by any means necessary. In exchange for this, I offer a temporary Bond, during our time there; and protection if things don't turn out as expected. I will do what I can to keep you safe while in Dorchacht.

I am also looking for a few Witches willing to come together to push for equal treatment of Monsters within Dorchacht. Neither city can afford a war; and while I have experience with this sort of situation, there is strength in numbers. We have the resources—and it only makes sense to gather as many in one place before attacking this problem.

This is asking a lot, I know, but I want to be prepared for anything. I doubt I am the only one. I will be leaving in a few days. I would prefer to have these discussions before then, either in person, or here. Thank you.
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[personal profile] rollfordiplomacy 2019-09-06 03:45 pm (UTC)(link)
A pleasure to meet you, Madam Lux. Color me most interested. I am eager to gather all the information we can, as apart of our diplomatic endeavors. As for any means necessary... well, I haven't encountered an iron lock that could keep me out. [he adjusts his glasses and unclasps the lock pick dangling there, hidden in plain sight as an ornament]

Pairing with someone who can crack through any magical barriers would cover my blind spots, in that regard.
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[personal profile] rollfordiplomacy 2019-09-06 08:04 pm (UTC)(link)
[He had... definitely presumed her to be older, based on her manner of speaking. No matter though, Everett has a healthy respect for the young. That, and his culture having often looked to women as leaders, means he lacks any condescension in his tone. Everett is ever the gentleman.]

Sir Everett Vaughan, diplomatic ambassador of the Springtide Clan. Just Everett is fine for me, in turn. Well met. [he would need to shake her hand, first they meet in person... he makes mental note]

As a monster, I shall not be doing anything too desperate. [well, probably. Or if he will be, he shouldn't say as much.]

The city would look less than kindly upon any trespasses I make. However, I'm not against taking risks, if they are well founded. [give him a good lead and he'll go for it, but he doesn't go breaking in places on impulse...]

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[personal profile] bloodwit 2019-09-06 04:07 pm (UTC)(link)
Ah. So it's the Witch from the Looking-Glass House.

[ it's - almost strange that viren feels like he doesn't know many witches.

regardless, "any means necessary" he can do.
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If not a temporary bond, then... something else.
bloodwit: (maybe i could a least)

[personal profile] bloodwit 2019-09-06 06:52 pm (UTC)(link)
As best as I'm able, circumstances considered.

[ so - that's a yes. sort of. consider his behavior, he's a little surprised by her open friendliness, sincere or not. anyway! ]

The resistance's runes. From my understanding, the Witches here have been studying it. Are you familiar with that spell yet?

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[personal profile] overworker 2019-09-06 04:29 pm (UTC)(link)
I think you know my answer already— but I’ll say it anyway.

[Since the beginning when they say the colors of the Black City, Towa knew they shared the same opinion of it.]

You have my support. Whatever I can do to help, I’ll gladly do it. There is so much I want to accomplish... I’ll feel better knowing you’ll be helping me do that.

[personal profile] overworker 2019-09-06 10:44 pm (UTC)(link)
Not at all. I think a lot of us have been feeling the same way you have.

[They've all been thinking about this problem in their own way. Maybe their opinions didn't all match, but it's been important to most people in it's own way.]

I've been thinking about it a lot. For them, this is most likely the way they've been living for a long time. I'm not sure what kind of words might reach them. But I have to try. What I'd like to do is try to explain it in a logical way they might understand-- the benefits of changing their ways, what they can gain from working together instead of one working for another. And I want to show them that this way works. I think that as a group, we have an opportunity to lead by example. Seeing is believing, right?

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[personal profile] scaling 2019-09-06 05:48 pm (UTC)(link)
Any means necessary, huh?
scaling: (and everybody salutes that dick.)

[personal profile] scaling 2019-09-06 07:14 pm (UTC)(link)
Despite what I told you about me, I'm pretty good at being discreet.

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[personal profile] freeing 2019-09-07 12:34 am (UTC)(link)
Please let me know if you do not find a suitable monster to bond with. [ She would like to ensure people are bonded with witches – since to her knowledge now, that seems to be the best combination. ] I know of a few people who may need such a bond for tactical advantage. Your offer is still very kind and beneficial.

[ Daenerys carries her voice cautiously, ensuring such a bond would not be dubious in the slightest. ]

I do not believe you are asking for much, my lady.
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[personal profile] freeing 2019-09-07 04:01 pm (UTC)(link)
The saying goes: hope for the best, prepare for the worst it seems. I'm far more use to 'hope for peace, prepare for war'. Same sentiment, I believe.

[ They needed to prepare. There was no doubt about it. Lux's words were collected, enough for Dany to face this ... odd device to respond. ]

There's every reason for people to listen. You speak when people remain silent. Be proud of that.

[ A nod follows. ]

And please call me Daenerys. I will, I hope to learn more about this city and how we can best approach the brewing tension.

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[personal profile] wordsinthesoul 2019-09-07 01:06 am (UTC)(link)
It's good to speak to you again, Lux.

I had intended to gather what information I could in my own travels there. I'm happy to share- I believe that will benefit us all.
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[personal profile] wordsinthesoul 2019-09-08 07:13 am (UTC)(link)
I would like to hope so. Best to be prepared all the same.

Indeed. It's something of a speciality of mine, if I may say so.

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[personal profile] towards_okeanos 2019-09-07 11:55 am (UTC)(link)
It's a noble enterprise you took upon yourself. I shall aid you however I can but I must say I wouldn't count on convincing those in power.

What I believe we can do is to serve as a good example. Let the common folk of Dorchart see that our system works better, make them question their own leadership. That way we can further the cause without endangering the main mission. The behaviour of every single member of delegation will be scrutinized either way so let's use that to our advantage.

As for information gathering, that my main objective. Whatever we do and how pure our intentions may be, things may turn sour for whatever reason. We need to prepare for that too.
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[personal profile] towards_okeanos 2019-09-11 05:14 am (UTC)(link)
Perhaps. People can be stubborn in their ways and think a change difficult or even impossible. Yet I have seen many times that given a good example they do change though they may never attribute that change to what they saw. Thinking rather it came naturally of their own will and disposition. It takes time, yes, but I wouldn't be so fast in dismissing it.

The information I seek is practical. I know too little about magic still to be of any use, I'd probably miss the most important things. What I am definitely good at though, is war and this is the area where I can be most perceptive. To be completely honest it worries me that the leader of Dorchacht allowed us, supposed perpetrators of the incident, to be a part of the delegation. I don't want to speculate for I prefer to see things with my own eyes before making a judgement but it just feels odd.

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[personal profile] futhark 2019-09-08 04:55 pm (UTC)(link)
Witch reporting in.

I fought wars, but I never fought a battle of ideology. If you have the experience, how would you go about it?

If we're to smooth over the rough patches, how do you suggest people should proceed about pushing their own agenda at the same time? Wouldn't that bristle them up?

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[personal profile] foursakes 2019-09-12 12:13 am (UTC)(link)
Lady Lux— Forgive me, as a ruler myself, I cannot help but consider . . . What problem?

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