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by Alegeharia » Wed Jul 15, 2020 3:42 pm
by Kalmarnavia » Wed Jul 15, 2020 3:48 pm
by Alegeharia » Wed Jul 15, 2020 4:06 pm
Kalmarnavia wrote:Argalaic looked up at Ser Trevyn, who was as perplexed as he was, before accepting the small furried hand.
"Greeting to you, ser. I am Pri-actually." Argalaic looked up to his guard, "Ser Trevyn?"
Ser Trevyn cleared his throat, marched over and stood next to his Prince.
"You are now in the presence of Argalaic, of the House Wend, Prince of Kalmarnavia, Defender of the Dragon's Keep, son of Jaeharys, of the House Wend, the First of his name, King of Kalmarnavia, Lord of the Six Realms, Ruler of the Skies and Defender of the Faith, descendant of Argalaic the Conqueror, of the blood of Eralia and the Blood of the Dragon."
Argalaic smiled at the small royal before him, and finished shaking. He gestured to Don.
"And this is Ser Dontas Greenbow of Oakdeep, grandson of Lord Euston Greenbow of Oakdeep. Well met, Ser."
by Atlantian Dominions » Wed Jul 15, 2020 5:01 pm
Phaenix wrote:Tertius tapped his falchion to his cheek a couple of times, pretending to consider it. He then shook his head and laughed.
"Who do you think you are? We've got ya outnumbered eight to one! If you won't accept our generous offer, then I guess you'll have to die. ATTA-"
Tertius' words were cut off by the bullet tearing through his skull. High General Numeri handed the legionary back his rifle and raised his sword.
"Imperial legionaries, these scum intend to sully the ground with Mr. Primrose's blood. KILL THEM ALL!"
With a yell, Numeri charged the brigands, slashing this way and that. With every slash, a brigand fell. The brigands proved to be better disciplined then most, however, and after the initial shock, most of the brigands turned to face the Imperials.
"Damn, that Primrose guy must be pretty important for the High General to come after us!"
Opiter yelled to Claudio, who swiftly cut down a young legionary with his blade.
"Well, that just means they're worth a lot o' coin. Grab em'!"
With that, both Opiter and Claudio made to drag Primrose away, both hoping that Butler turned out to be a horrible shot or that one of their pals would cut him down.
by Phaenix » Wed Jul 15, 2020 6:37 pm
Atlantian Dominions wrote:Phaenix wrote:Tertius tapped his falchion to his cheek a couple of times, pretending to consider it. He then shook his head and laughed.
"Who do you think you are? We've got ya outnumbered eight to one! If you won't accept our generous offer, then I guess you'll have to die. ATTA-"
Tertius' words were cut off by the bullet tearing through his skull. High General Numeri handed the legionary back his rifle and raised his sword.
"Imperial legionaries, these scum intend to sully the ground with Mr. Primrose's blood. KILL THEM ALL!"
With a yell, Numeri charged the brigands, slashing this way and that. With every slash, a brigand fell. The brigands proved to be better disciplined then most, however, and after the initial shock, most of the brigands turned to face the Imperials.
"Damn, that Primrose guy must be pretty important for the High General to come after us!"
Opiter yelled to Claudio, who swiftly cut down a young legionary with his blade.
"Well, that just means they're worth a lot o' coin. Grab em'!"
With that, both Opiter and Claudio made to drag Primrose away, both hoping that Butler turned out to be a horrible shot or that one of their pals would cut him down.
Adam Barber had started to plan out what would happen. The gang would rush them from all sides. He would gun down the leader first, then whoever got closest to John Henry Primrose first. They'd make a break down the street, putting all the remaining gang members on one side of them, and then fight and run their way either to the ship or to some police who could get them to the palace. He'd already started figuring the best way to shoot the falchion-wielding bandit to make him fall backwards into some of his goons, when the man's head burst into a shower of blood.
"What the-"
That was all John Henry Primrose had time to say before Adam shoved him to the the ground and opened fire, cutting down whoever was nearest him with his first two bullets. He ducked a man coming at him with a wildly swinging blade, then smashed the butt of his revolver into the robber's face. The more men he could dispatch without using bullets, the better. His adrenaline was flowing, his senses sharpened by the rush of combat and the years of training. This was not dissimilar to some of the sparring sessions he'd been put through by Saul Andrews. Except that these men weren't carrying nonethal wooden poles to thump him on the back or chest if he got sloppy. If these attackers connected with a blow they'd kill, or at the very least hurt a great deal.
"Adam!"
The young Gunslinger spun to see Opiter and Claudio starting to manhandle a struggling, cursing John from where he'd been sprawled on the street. He fired, two bullets at each man aimed for their center of mass, and then quickly broke open the pistol to drop the shell casings and flick fresh rounds into the empty chambers. He could reload quickly, but for the brief moment while he went through the motions he'd have to rely on his reflexes to dodge incoming blades. As soon as he was reloaded again, he brought the gun back up to continue firing at whoever tried to reach John or himself.
by Atlantian Dominions » Wed Jul 15, 2020 9:41 pm
Phaenix wrote:Opiter quickly pulled out his knife and held it to Primrose's neck. He looked at Butler and spoke.
"Let me leave, or I'll slice this man's throat! I mean it!"
Before Barber could answer, an axe buried itself in Opiter's head. As Opiter fell over dead, High King Siganeld offered Primrose his hand.
"You'd do good to not get kidnapped again, boy. Who knows when Siganeld the Strong will be there to save you?"
by Kalmarnavia » Wed Jul 15, 2020 11:57 pm
by Alegeharia » Thu Jul 16, 2020 5:23 am
by Kalmarnavia » Thu Jul 16, 2020 12:29 pm
by Phaenix » Thu Jul 16, 2020 12:43 pm
Atlantian Dominions wrote:Phaenix wrote:Opiter quickly pulled out his knife and held it to Primrose's neck. He looked at Butler and spoke.
"Let me leave, or I'll slice this man's throat! I mean it!"
Before Barber could answer, an axe buried itself in Opiter's head. As Opiter fell over dead, High King Siganeld offered Primrose his hand.
"You'd do good to not get kidnapped again, boy. Who knows when Siganeld the Strong will be there to save you?"
Adam Barber could almost hear Saul Andrews, standing behind him, passing judgement on his abilities. "Sloppy work, Adam. You got rattled, and you missed." He had been imprecise, which was one of the greatest sins a Gunslinger could commit. And that imprecision had led to another sin: failing to protect his charge. John Henry Primrose was frozen in place by the knife against his throat, looking to Adam with panicked eyes. It was the first time in his life that he'd ever felt truly afraid for his life.
And then, suddenly, the knife was gone. The robber collapsed as Siganeld buried his axe in Opiter's skull, spraying John with bit of blood and brains. John's legs collapsed under him and he fell to the street alongside his would-be kidnapper. He sat there, in a daze, until his rescuer offered a hand to help him stand back up. He took it and rose from the street, wiping some flecks of blood from the side of his face.
"Well, getting into this mess was not how I'd planned to spend the day," John said.
"Thank you for your help," Adam chimed in as he lowered his revolver. It seemed that the bandits had been routed, and the threat had passed. "We're trying to reach the palace, but we became lost."
by Alegeharia » Thu Jul 16, 2020 1:04 pm
by The Worst Nation Possible But In Europe » Thu Jul 16, 2020 2:06 pm
by Atlantian Dominions » Thu Jul 16, 2020 5:15 pm
Phaenix wrote:High King Siganeld retrieved his axe from the dead bandit and laughed. "You're heading to the palace, you say. What a coincidence, so are we!" Siganeld swept his arm out and laughed again. "Seems this city isn't as boring as I thought. These bandits were actually a bit of a challenge, though no man can best Siganeld the Strong!"
After Siganeld had finished gloating, High General Numeri rode up to the Barber and Primrose. "You two caused me a great deal of trouble. Those bandits killed three of my men and wounded seven others," Numeri grinned, "though I have forgotten the excitement of battle, and for reminding me, you have my thanks." Numeri turned to a legionary looting a body. "Bring the horses forward!" He then turned back to Barber and Primrose. "I do hope you know how to ride, as the Imperial Palace is a quite far away." The legionary returned with two coursers, one white, the other brown.
Hearing that they were about to leave, Siganeld shouted. "Nrali! Enough looting. We're leaving." The thanes and jarls groaned, with Soul-Mug complaining that one of the bandits had a nice Lorian Wine on his belt, before they mounted and waited for Barber and Primrose.
by Phaenix » Thu Jul 16, 2020 5:46 pm
Atlantian Dominions wrote:Phaenix wrote:High King Siganeld retrieved his axe from the dead bandit and laughed. "You're heading to the palace, you say. What a coincidence, so are we!" Siganeld swept his arm out and laughed again. "Seems this city isn't as boring as I thought. These bandits were actually a bit of a challenge, though no man can best Siganeld the Strong!"
After Siganeld had finished gloating, High General Numeri rode up to the Barber and Primrose. "You two caused me a great deal of trouble. Those bandits killed three of my men and wounded seven others," Numeri grinned, "though I have forgotten the excitement of battle, and for reminding me, you have my thanks." Numeri turned to a legionary looting a body. "Bring the horses forward!" He then turned back to Barber and Primrose. "I do hope you know how to ride, as the Imperial Palace is a quite far away." The legionary returned with two coursers, one white, the other brown.
Hearing that they were about to leave, Siganeld shouted. "Nrali! Enough looting. We're leaving." The thanes and jarls groaned, with Soul-Mug complaining that one of the bandits had a nice Lorian Wine on his belt, before they mounted and waited for Barber and Primrose.
Neither John Henry Primrose or Adam Barber could be said to demonstrate incredible skill at mounting and riding a horse, but they'd both done it enough times to get seated on the mounts without looking foolish. John seemed more at ease astride the beast than Adam did - as an Owner's son he'd gotten an equestrian education by default, though he rarely rode in a saddle. Adam, on the other hand, had never quite gotten over a juvenile distrust of horses bred by his time on the streets as a youth.
“Our apologies for the loss of your men,” Adam said to Numeri. “Thank you for coming to our aid.”
“There was no one to welcome us at the docks,” John said, somewhat put off at the High General’s words that seemed to blame him for the deaths of his men. As if he’d wanted to get accosted and nearly kidnapped in some dingy foreign brothel district! “We thought we’d make our own way to the palace. But I’m grateful for the escort.”
As the group began their journey to the palace, Adam thought to ask the commander of these troops about their encounter. He rode up to a position alongside General Numeri. “Who were those men who attacked us?”
Meanwhile, John was interested in this High King who had made such a dramatic entrance and saved him from his would-be kidnappers. “So,” he asked Siganeld as they proceeded down the streets. “What do you know of this Emperor we’re going to visit?”
by Alegeharia » Thu Jul 16, 2020 6:02 pm
Alegeharia wrote:After situating Icharien, Malik was on the streets looking around and taking in the scents of the bustling city, he looked up to the sky catching a familiar shape on the roofs chuckling to himself as he walked around browsing various shops. He inspected each statue, insignia, hints of religion and found himself quite a bit of ways from the castle. He paused at a nearby food place to catch a quick bite, heading into the store he looked over the counter giving a friendly wave and ordering some food before plopping into a booth.
He smiled and thanked the maker giving her a ample tip directly before eating his food. Once he was he full he thanked the maker again and started to head back out to the streets making his way back to the castle, taking various notes on guards, citizens, important objects and landmarks, while drawing a map as he walked.
Aither was keeping an eye on Malik the entire time through the periscope. He turned his attention now and then to nearby roofs and walls where he could be seen looking for guards, in case it was not okay for someone to be on roofs. He looked into the direction of various sounds, all incoherent but audible to at least gauge position, he figures that a tussle occurred some ways from the castle but its died down since then. he didn't care about the brawls, as long it did not cause issues for himself and his brothers, he returned to watching Malik once he was back on the streets.
by Phaenix » Thu Jul 16, 2020 6:31 pm
Alegeharia wrote:Alegeharia wrote:After situating Icharien, Malik was on the streets looking around and taking in the scents of the bustling city, he looked up to the sky catching a familiar shape on the roofs chuckling to himself as he walked around browsing various shops. He inspected each statue, insignia, hints of religion and found himself quite a bit of ways from the castle. He paused at a nearby food place to catch a quick bite, heading into the store he looked over the counter giving a friendly wave and ordering some food before plopping into a booth.
He smiled and thanked the maker giving her a ample tip directly before eating his food. Once he was he full he thanked the maker again and started to head back out to the streets making his way back to the castle, taking various notes on guards, citizens, important objects and landmarks, while drawing a map as he walked.
Aither was keeping an eye on Malik the entire time through the periscope. He turned his attention now and then to nearby roofs and walls where he could be seen looking for guards, in case it was not okay for someone to be on roofs. He looked into the direction of various sounds, all incoherent but audible to at least gauge position, he figures that a tussle occurred some ways from the castle but its died down since then. he didn't care about the brawls, as long it did not cause issues for himself and his brothers, he returned to watching Malik once he was back on the streets.
Malik Looks around seeing that he is now in the noble district he nods, and starts finding his way towards the castle. He sighs as this is taking too long, but instead of doing the normal time quickener, he lowers to all fours and starts running at a breakneck speed heading back towards the castle, he slides under a few horses to avoid a collision since he was so small. "Excuse me! Sorry!" The pup keeps running at full speed after getting through the horses and makes his way to the castle. Slightly embarrassed by his own actions he presses on to find the castle doors.
Once he gets to the gates he pants for a bit and waves at the guards. "H-hey! It's me let me in I need to get to my quarters and prepare for the rest of the day.
by Alegeharia » Thu Jul 16, 2020 6:46 pm
Phaenix wrote:Alegeharia wrote:
Malik Looks around seeing that he is now in the noble district he nods, and starts finding his way towards the castle. He sighs as this is taking too long, but instead of doing the normal time quickener, he lowers to all fours and starts running at a breakneck speed heading back towards the castle, he slides under a few horses to avoid a collision since he was so small. "Excuse me! Sorry!" The pup keeps running at full speed after getting through the horses and makes his way to the castle. Slightly embarrassed by his own actions he presses on to find the castle doors.
Once he gets to the gates he pants for a bit and waves at the guards. "H-hey! It's me let me in I need to get to my quarters and prepare for the rest of the day.Imperial Palace, Titan Gate
The guards looked down at Malik. One laughed.
"Eh, is that strange bear-looking thing speaking? Scaurus," the guard turned to his partner, who frowned at the strong smell of alcohol, and said, "hey Scaurus. Am I drunk, or is their a furry little human down there?"
Scaurus frowned once more and looked down at Malik and jumped. He turned to his partner and slapped him.
"Quintis, you idiot! That's a royal down there!"
Scaurus turned to order that the gate be drawn when he was pushed from the gate. He screamed for a moment, but was cut short when he landed with a sickening crunch. "Quintis" soon changed into a beautiful women with long, black hair. A wolfish smile tugged at her cheeks as she looked at Malik.
"Oh no, it seems our poor Scaurus has suffered a fall. And at the hands of a visiting, non-human royal no less."
She laughed once more and suddenly tears were flowing down her cheeks.
"Stay right there. The guards will soon arrive to take you to your new home. The Imperial Dungeons!"
With that, the woman ran off, yelling "murder, murder."
Before Malik could do anything, Archmagus Konrad appeared next to him.
"That, Your Majesty, was the so-called angel the people speak of and the soon-to-be Empress, Antoniae Galvisia."
He placed a hand on Malik's shoulder.
"You must bring we to your brothers before the people here of this. When we're all together, we can bring you to the safety of the palace."
by Phaenix » Thu Jul 16, 2020 6:55 pm
Alegeharia wrote:Phaenix wrote:Imperial Palace, Titan Gate
The guards looked down at Malik. One laughed.
"Eh, is that strange bear-looking thing speaking? Scaurus," the guard turned to his partner, who frowned at the strong smell of alcohol, and said, "hey Scaurus. Am I drunk, or is their a furry little human down there?"
Scaurus frowned once more and looked down at Malik and jumped. He turned to his partner and slapped him.
"Quintis, you idiot! That's a royal down there!"
Scaurus turned to order that the gate be drawn when he was pushed from the gate. He screamed for a moment, but was cut short when he landed with a sickening crunch. "Quintis" soon changed into a beautiful women with long, black hair. A wolfish smile tugged at her cheeks as she looked at Malik.
"Oh no, it seems our poor Scaurus has suffered a fall. And at the hands of a visiting, non-human royal no less."
She laughed once more and suddenly tears were flowing down her cheeks.
"Stay right there. The guards will soon arrive to take you to your new home. The Imperial Dungeons!"
With that, the woman ran off, yelling "murder, murder."
Before Malik could do anything, Archmagus Konrad appeared next to him.
"That, Your Majesty, was the so-called angel the people speak of and the soon-to-be Empress, Antoniae Galvisia."
He placed a hand on Malik's shoulder.
"You must bring we to your brothers before the people here of this. When we're all together, we can bring you to the safety of the palace."
Malik gasped as the exchange went down. Maliks Shoulder shoned brightly from the defensive barrier turning to see the arch magus. "Oh its you again? Don't worry about that it just keeps things from entering. Knowing my brothers they've already moved on some where safe, Vin usually sticks with Aither and he will probably be hard to find. If we act quickly I could heal that man! I co-" Malik was cut off as Aither and Vin approached form another side. They exchanged glances and nodded as if a wordless agreement was made. "I'm sorry... its not safe for me to do such a thing,"
Aither patted Malik on the head as Vin held onto his back, "You wanted us all here? Surely this ploy wont work, However I can see how the politics of it works. I suppose now we will see where the compass points hmmm? Well, lets go then." Aither gnawed some more on the bamboo shoot he had in his mouth as he walked with Malik. Despite the extra weight of Vin, he was easily able to keep himself ready for possible attack, even if it came from the magus, he was ready to use what he calculated would be stronger here due to the ties of the pheonix.
by Alegeharia » Thu Jul 16, 2020 7:11 pm
Phaenix wrote:Alegeharia wrote:
Malik gasped as the exchange went down. Maliks Shoulder shoned brightly from the defensive barrier turning to see the arch magus. "Oh its you again? Don't worry about that it just keeps things from entering. Knowing my brothers they've already moved on some where safe, Vin usually sticks with Aither and he will probably be hard to find. If we act quickly I could heal that man! I co-" Malik was cut off as Aither and Vin approached form another side. They exchanged glances and nodded as if a wordless agreement was made. "I'm sorry... its not safe for me to do such a thing,"
Aither patted Malik on the head as Vin held onto his back, "You wanted us all here? Surely this ploy wont work, However I can see how the politics of it works. I suppose now we will see where the compass points hmmm? Well, lets go then." Aither gnawed some more on the bamboo shoot he had in his mouth as he walked with Malik. Despite the extra weight of Vin, he was easily able to keep himself ready for possible attack, even if it came from the magus, he was ready to use what he calculated would be stronger here due to the ties of the pheonix.Imperial Palace, Grand Foyer
Archmagus Konrad nodded in approval upon seeing all the royals in one place. It saved him the effort of portaling all across the city looking for them.
"Good, you're all here."
Archmagus Konrad said as he summoned a portal. Through it, they could see the pillars of the Grand Foyer and slaves cleaning the room meticulously.
"Simply step through this portal, Your Majesty and Your Highnesses, and we'll be safe in the Imperial Palace. From there, we wi-"
Konrad's words were cut of ass an arrow pierced his throat, yet the portal was still active.
"Go....I will close...the portal...once you enter."
The dying Archmagus whispered. He raised his head to see who had shot him, and saw an angry mob of commoners and merchants, along with gangsters armed with crossbows, bows, axes, and the occasional pistol.
"GO!"
Konrad yelled to the royals, using the last of his magic to blow a whole in the mob. Some of the weaker willed ran upon seeing some of their number die, but most became enraged and charged the royals.
by Atlantian Dominions » Thu Jul 16, 2020 7:32 pm
Phaenix wrote:High General Numeri turned to Barber and grimaced. "Those were members of the Bloody Skulls. Usually they're not so bold as to attack in broad daylight." Numeri lowered his voice to a whisper. "We believe that our rivals, the Rohdar-Gozari, are bankrolling them as a prelude to war, but we have no evidence."
Numeri scowled once more. "As if this city didn't suffer enough five years ago, now we have foreign guests being attacked in broad daylight. That Antoniae Galvisia probably had a hand in this, just to smear the Emperor's good name." Numeri composed himself once more and smiled. "But never mind that. We should be entering the Noble District any time now."
Phaenix wrote:As Numeri was speaking with Barber, High King Siganeld spoke with Primrose. "Emperor Titus? Well, he's better than his brother was, that's for sure. Though his time on the frontier has made him annoyed by protocol. That's probably why he invited you and I." Siganeld grinned as an elderly noble scowled and muttered "barbarian" as he rode past.
"The last couple of Emperors wouldn't have let foreigners into their country if their lives depended on it. But Emperor Titus knows that his country needs to open itself up to the outside world to prosper. But he's not doing this for egalitarian reasons, no, he does it because he's pragmatic." Siganeld smiled. "If it would help both him and the Empire, he'd probably enslave us all on the spot with no second thought. But that probably won't happen. He does have an image to maintain."
Phaenix wrote: Numeri's ears perked up when he heard the bells and he turned to his charges. "Apologies, good sirs, but something horrible must have happened for the alarm to have been raised. We must hurry to the palace." After informing Primrose, Barber, and the Nrali of this, he whipped his horse into a gallop.
Siganeld laughed once more and turned to Primrose. "This is the most exciting wedding I've ever been to!"
by Phaenix » Thu Jul 16, 2020 7:56 pm
Atlantian Dominions wrote:Phaenix wrote:High General Numeri turned to Barber and grimaced. "Those were members of the Bloody Skulls. Usually they're not so bold as to attack in broad daylight." Numeri lowered his voice to a whisper. "We believe that our rivals, the Rohdar-Gozari, are bankrolling them as a prelude to war, but we have no evidence."
Numeri scowled once more. "As if this city didn't suffer enough five years ago, now we have foreign guests being attacked in broad daylight. That Antoniae Galvisia probably had a hand in this, just to smear the Emperor's good name." Numeri composed himself once more and smiled. "But never mind that. We should be entering the Noble District any time now."
This land, in Adam Barber's opinion, had very strange-sounding names. Rohdar-Gozari, Antoniae Galvisia...at least the gang had the decency to call itself something easy to say like "the Bloody Skulls." But it seemed as though this Emperor was losing control, on the streets of his own capital. That wasn't a good sign; he'd have to be more on his guard then he'd expected to be. Who knew what other dangers could threaten his charge?
"Sounds like a real nest of vipers," Adam commented as they rode.Phaenix wrote:As Numeri was speaking with Barber, High King Siganeld spoke with Primrose. "Emperor Titus? Well, he's better than his brother was, that's for sure. Though his time on the frontier has made him annoyed by protocol. That's probably why he invited you and I." Siganeld grinned as an elderly noble scowled and muttered "barbarian" as he rode past.
"The last couple of Emperors wouldn't have let foreigners into their country if their lives depended on it. But Emperor Titus knows that his country needs to open itself up to the outside world to prosper. But he's not doing this for egalitarian reasons, no, he does it because he's pragmatic." Siganeld smiled. "If it would help both him and the Empire, he'd probably enslave us all on the spot with no second thought. But that probably won't happen. He does have an image to maintain."
It did not fill John Henry Primrose with confidence to be attending the wedding of a man who would enslave him without a second thought. But it sounded like this Emperor Titus was a practical man, and he could deal with a practical man. The ship that he'd taken to get here was full of textiles, foodstuffs, and the other products of Atlantians farms and factories. If this Emperor was a pragmatist, he would see that making a good impression with John was the key to a very lucrative trading relationship. He'd intended to try and do as little business as possible on this trip - he was far more interested in making liaisons of the personal and...intimate nature than forging new trade deals. But a good Atlantian businessman never let a chance for profit slip between his fingers.Phaenix wrote: Numeri's ears perked up when he heard the bells and he turned to his charges. "Apologies, good sirs, but something horrible must have happened for the alarm to have been raised. We must hurry to the palace." After informing Primrose, Barber, and the Nrali of this, he whipped his horse into a gallop.
Siganeld laughed once more and turned to Primrose. "This is the most exciting wedding I've ever been to!"
"Quite," John remarked as their horses galloped through the streets of the city. Adam did not bring his mount to an immediate fast start. He waited until he could ride alongside John and speak with him as they traveled.
"Quite the exciting place," he said.
John chuckled darkly. "Very exciting," he agreed. "I wouldn't mind if things got a bit less exciting."
by Alegeharia » Thu Jul 16, 2020 8:06 pm
Phaenix wrote:Atlantian Dominions wrote:This land, in Adam Barber's opinion, had very strange-sounding names. Rohdar-Gozari, Antoniae Galvisia...at least the gang had the decency to call itself something easy to say like "the Bloody Skulls." But it seemed as though this Emperor was losing control, on the streets of his own capital. That wasn't a good sign; he'd have to be more on his guard then he'd expected to be. Who knew what other dangers could threaten his charge?
"Sounds like a real nest of vipers," Adam commented as they rode.
It did not fill John Henry Primrose with confidence to be attending the wedding of a man who would enslave him without a second thought. But it sounded like this Emperor Titus was a practical man, and he could deal with a practical man. The ship that he'd taken to get here was full of textiles, foodstuffs, and the other products of Atlantians farms and factories. If this Emperor was a pragmatist, he would see that making a good impression with John was the key to a very lucrative trading relationship. He'd intended to try and do as little business as possible on this trip - he was far more interested in making liaisons of the personal and...intimate nature than forging new trade deals. But a good Atlantian businessman never let a chance for profit slip between his fingers.
"Quite," John remarked as their horses galloped through the streets of the city. Adam did not bring his mount to an immediate fast start. He waited until he could ride alongside John and speak with him as they traveled.
"Quite the exciting place," he said.
John chuckled darkly. "Very exciting," he agreed. "I wouldn't mind if things got a bit less exciting."Imperial Palace, Titan Gate
As High General Numeri and the column approached the Imperial Palace, he looked around in dismay. A black scorch mark stained the cobblestone road, and the burnt bodies of Imperials lined the way to the Palace. Once they arrived at the gates, they saw a crowd attempting to break the gate down while a large number of rifle wielding guards demanded they disperse. Numeri stood stop his horse and yelled.
"What are you fools doing?! Disperse immediately or face the Emperor's wrath! Legionaries, skirmish line!"
His soldiers neatly arranged themselves into two rows, their rifles at the ready. One of the mob threw a rock, and the panicked guardsmen atop the wall opened fire, and the legionaries outside followed suit. Yells of anger were replaced by screams of pain, as the mob was gunned down.
"Cease fire! In the name of the Emperor, cease fire!"
Numeri shouted, but it was too late. The mob had gone silent, and nothing moved amongst the corpses. Numeri groaned and pinched the bridge of his nose.
"By the Great Phoenix, why?! Why today of all days?"
Numeri rode up to the wall and yelled at the guards.
"Why was a mob even here in the first place?"
One of the guards shouted down.
"There was a murder. Ol' Scarus was pushed by someone, and Antoniae Galvisia thought it was those bear-things. You know how the commonfolk blame non-humans for the war, and they killed the Archmagus Konrad when he portaled the royals to safety."
Numeri was confused. Bear-things? He was unaware of this, but he turned to the column and spoke.
"While this was an unfortunate tragedy, I believe we'd all be safer within the palace."
As Numeri led the column inside, High King Siganeld shook his head.
"If this is what the week will be like, the Alabaster City will be stained with blood."
by Kalmarnavia » Thu Jul 16, 2020 11:23 pm
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by Phaenix » Fri Jul 17, 2020 7:19 pm
Kalmarnavia wrote:Ser Gerold had left his post but for a moment to find a privy in which to relieve himself, but upon his return found a guard hammering on Prince Argalaic's door. His hand went to the hilt of his sword immediately, while the gun in his left wrist began spooling up.
"HALT! Cease at once! What business do you have with the Prince?"
The door suddenly flung open. Argalaic stood there, red faced, breathing heavily, and in anger.
"I swear by all Twelve Gods if someone doesn't explain what is going on dragon or no dragon I will burn this poxy Palace to the ground."
The guard hurriedly explained there had been an act of murder which people had blamed on the small non-human King, and rioting had broken out across the city. Argalaic grew quiet, while Dontas appeared behind him.
"Ser Gerold? Summon your sworn brothers and guard this door. Have someone fetch the black chest from my rooms and bring it here- I shall don my own armour and remain in here with the Prince until such times as order is restored."
Ser Gerold looked to Argalaic, who nodded.
Within moments, the three Knights of the Nine stood stock outside Argalaic's door hands on sword hilts. Inside, Argalaic paced his room while Dontas sat armoured, watching the door. They awaited word from the Emperor of the state of affairs, and what exactly was being done to ensure their safety.
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