[Game thread] Skull Ruins Pokerole

[Lord Windos]

Massive Catchmeup Flashback!

(...)

Nathan thinks for a moment about this...

"...I know exactly what he was talking about, Shiva.  Both what the pillar is for and where it is.  And it is completely coincidental if something similar looking is the key to this secret library underneath Mt. Sentry...or maybe it's not, and those Scimitars are just desperate for any possible clues to finding that key, whatever it is...I don't think this Hyperiac knew that conversation would lead to this."  (might warrant a raised eyebrow from Ventus, and maybe some questioning later)

...something clicks in Nathan's mind...wait a second...could the secret library be the one those binders were referring to?  It was capitalized, right

"...they're after various things that are supposedly in there...we need to get there before they do."

Even while he was in the middle of attempting to squeeze the sorrowful fear out of his most blessed friend, Ventus was indeed still attentively listening in on the ongoing conversation/meeting, carefully memorizing everything of note and filling it away for review and/or retrieval. Nathan's comments concerning Dr. Hyperiac and related information DID garner the researcher's interest, causing him to give them a curious and furitive glance for a moment, before internally sighing and letting it go.....for now. 'I'll have to ask the boy why he feels the Pokepsychologist should be absolved, and how much he knows of Shadow Pokémon, but right this moment its the Scimitars and their foul magics and technology that needs to be address, not.....that.'

When Shiva threatened to breakdown from emotional overload and strain, Ventus immediately hugged her and held it, do his level best to alleviate those wretch, unseemly feelings from her, and bring them back to an even keel. "Shiva.....dear.......don't fret, don't be distraught or frightened. The crisis has been averted, you are safe and among good company. We'll protect and provide support to you no matter what, my dear, and you know that I will always be there whenever you want me......"

Hehe... Dr. Hypericac adressed her with 'dear' as well.

However, that immediate hug from Ventus almost caused her to breakdown right there in his arms, before, faintly, she appreciated and faintly returned that hug, without any words. She was safe. If he says so, could she believe these words...? Probably she could. Also probably this is what fascinated Shiva about him: He had a horrible life, but he manages to remain strong nevertheless, and never lost his smile. Something Ven has proved several times by now. "Thank you. Please stay with me for a little longer."

"...they're after various things that are supposedly in there...we need to get there before they do."

As soon as Shiva has somewhat digested the current shock - (it'll take one or two in-game Days, but she'll be certainly out of the woods the time she can register Gothitelle to one of her Pokeballs) - she'll also regain the eager to actually look for that Key. Not for the Doc. - well, if he IS a real Pokepsychologist, maybe a little for him as well, as he WAS a dear guy, and these purple suits do look good on him - , but more for herself.

"I'd agree to that... I'd be happy to search for and find that Key, followed by the Secret Library. But...no need to rush things, there's still business in Stair City I would like to finish... For example a Gym Battle." At these words, Shiva's soft yet currently subtly agonized gaze meet Dagny's harsh and stalwart gaze. Fae faces Steel. But the fae is armed with fire to melt the steel.

"Does anyone know much about a "Relic Stone"? Valder says out-loud, although he's looking at Shiva.

Now Shiva's gaze met Valder's stern gaze. "Uhm... No, can you enlighten me about that one, please?"

From Top to Bottom:

Ventus Response to Shiva: The researcher ever so slightly tightens his hold onto his near incolsolant darling of a friend, before gently musing their hair and replying with: "I don't need to be thanked for this, Shiva, for comforting a friend is what anyone should do. But you are welcome, dear. I'll be with you so long as you want me..."

Ventus Response to Nathan - Shiva Dialogue: Glad that his rushed but heartfelt emergency cuddling was having its intended effect on his fae friend (Though he was aware that it would be likely days before she fully recovered from this ordel), he readily agreed with her, saying: "Finding the Key and beating every diabolical entity to the Secret Library should be our priority, but you are indeed right that it can wait while we all settle our own various matters in Stair. Perhaps even a couples days of respite too, in order to recover from the strain this near disaster brought upon us all....."

Ventus Response to Valder - Shiva Dialogue: Nothing was said, actually, but he did give his mercenary a curious look for him asking about it.

Shiva still does not see herself as a 'strong Trainer'. Not even with Ice Beam within her rows! But she'd be happy to help Phantump learn a new move, so she gives Heart a soft glance and a hinted nod, expressing that she's agreeing. When there's be time for that though... Well, time will tell. Time does ALWAYS tell.


"Eh... Me, knowing about their...magic? Nope, sorry, nothing. I'd wish I'd do though, before they messed with me. But following the Elemental order, there must be Fire and Air Scimitars too in addition to Water and Earth. Eventually even a subgroup standing above them, 'Aether' - that's a subtle primal vitality and a presumed fifth element."

"I... do own a book about the Element Earth though, but it's very surely Earth LORE, not magic. Explains how to calculate power spots within Chresire, where to find them, such things."

Once the topic of discussion turned towards the vile, fiendish practition of Earthpower and its egnimativ/infuriating master, Ven's mood almost instantly plummented into sour discontent, as in his opinion the only thing that needed to be discussed about ANY form of magic, arcance, or supernatural phenomena connected to human wizardry/magery is 'How Do We Eradicate Such Filth and Its Knowledge From The Earth?' However, interjecting such commentary would only prove detrimental to the conversation at hand, so he just gritted his teeth and did his best to hide his scowl and indignation over all the blatent SORCERY being brought up for the most part.

Shiva's off handed comment about learning magic and the reveal of possessing an arcane tomb of concerning mystical/arcance/supernatural spots on earth did gravely disappoint and sadden the paranoid sociologist, but he repressed these feelings with a mental sigh and a slight shake of his head. 'I do not share her fondness for the arcane, and I forsee it will be nothing more than a malignant, corrupting influence that could stand to lead her astray and/or into annilation, so hearing her interest in these fell forces pains me. *Mental Sighing* However, such things are align with her Fairy like nature and compassionate, accepting heart, and since she was able to come to care about a twisted, sorry wretch such as myself, its only fair that I treat her inclinations the same way. Such kindness and understanding, along with the wonderful memories we've made on this seemingly infinite journey of ours, is why I feel in love with her, after all. Maybe one day, I can truly pay her back for everything bit of goodness she's gifted with me. But not now.'

Despite these thoughts, however, Ventus still made a note to himself to request of her to read that book for himself, so that he too can try and ascertain these 'Power Spots' himself......

What he would do with such knowledge.......

Valder thought she would know. He scratched his head, not sure if he should continue. "Can we... can I ask you some things after this meeting? There's something I think you can help with".
Valder is now anxious.

That anxious demaneour from Valder did worry her a little, but she did not express that on the outside. "Certainly you can. If your...boss allows?"

She casts a questioning look to Ven. She feels safe to speak with Valder alone if he desires this, but the question was Ventus/@Lord Windos fine with this too? He probably was, but Shiva wanted to be sure after she has been targeted by the Scimitars.

"You may speak freely about whatever you wish to bring up, Valder. I may be your employers, but despite my heritage I'm not nearly draconic enough to force you to keep silent unless I say otherwise!"

(There! Finally Caught up!.......until I see the other posts and factor THOSE into my future plans. My work is never done.....)