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		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Dead_Branch</id>
		<title>Dead Branch</title>
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				<updated>2018-01-06T23:37:03Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;Dead Branches are items that spawn a random monster when used. In heRO, the list of mobs spawned, as well as the rates, are custom. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
To keep things simple, only mobs that '''do not''' spawn from DBs are listed here. Mobs not in heRO's Dead Branch list are:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*MVPs and MVP followers (Hell Fly, etc.)&lt;br /&gt;
*High Difficulty Minibosses (Bio3 Minibosses, Dreamstone Golem, etc.)&lt;br /&gt;
*Event Mobs (ToH Mobs, Chronicle of Heroes mobs, etc.)&lt;br /&gt;
*Quest Mobs (Thief Quest Mushroom, Shaman Cargalache, etc.)&lt;br /&gt;
*Warzone Mobs&lt;br /&gt;
*Mobs of little relevance (Icicle)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Spawn Rates===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Miniboss &amp;amp; Specials''': The appearance rate of certain minibosses and special mobs are 2/3 that of regular monsters (poring, dolomedes, kasa, etc). These mobs are the following:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*Colored plants and mushrooms&lt;br /&gt;
*Vocal&lt;br /&gt;
*Toad&lt;br /&gt;
*Mastering&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Fly&lt;br /&gt;
*Vagabond Wolf&lt;br /&gt;
*Eclipse&lt;br /&gt;
*Zealotus&lt;br /&gt;
*Mysteltainn&lt;br /&gt;
*Ogretooth&lt;br /&gt;
*Executioner&lt;br /&gt;
*Mutant Dragonoid&lt;br /&gt;
*Chimera&lt;br /&gt;
*Ungoliant&lt;br /&gt;
*Byorgue&lt;br /&gt;
*Lora&lt;br /&gt;
*Elvira&lt;br /&gt;
*Soheon&lt;br /&gt;
*Rudo&lt;br /&gt;
*Masterdrops&lt;br /&gt;
*Masterpoporing&lt;br /&gt;
*Mastermarin&lt;br /&gt;
*Draugr&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Rare Mobs:''' Each monster below has 1/3 the chance of appearing compared to regular monsters.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*Ghostring&lt;br /&gt;
*Maya Purple&lt;br /&gt;
*Deviling&lt;br /&gt;
*Rata&lt;br /&gt;
*Duneyrr&lt;br /&gt;
*Aqua Elemental&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Custom Content]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Custom_Mob_Classes</id>
		<title>Custom Mob Classes</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Custom_Mob_Classes"/>
				<updated>2017-09-28T00:16:53Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added to custom content category page.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;The Following is a list of Custom secondary races/mob classes in heRO. These are used in effects like Smash Poring Cards and and Gold Feather Hat. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Poring Race==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Items like Poring Sunglasses, Smash Poring Card and Pumpkinring card, increase or decrease damage from the poring mob race.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=table1&lt;br /&gt;
|Poring&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops&lt;br /&gt;
|Poporing&lt;br /&gt;
|Marin&lt;br /&gt;
|Stapo&lt;br /&gt;
|Metaling&lt;br /&gt;
|Santa Poring&lt;br /&gt;
|Santa Poporing&lt;br /&gt;
|Sapling&lt;br /&gt;
|Aquaring&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|Magmaring&lt;br /&gt;
|Blazering&lt;br /&gt;
|Icering&lt;br /&gt;
|Nekoring&lt;br /&gt;
|Mooring&lt;br /&gt;
|Applering&lt;br /&gt;
|Green Applering&lt;br /&gt;
|Jejeling&lt;br /&gt;
|Lovering&lt;br /&gt;
|Love Balloon&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|Teddyring&lt;br /&gt;
|Whispering&lt;br /&gt;
|Pandaring&lt;br /&gt;
|Foxring&lt;br /&gt;
|Orcring&lt;br /&gt;
|Jailring&lt;br /&gt;
|Pumpkinring&lt;br /&gt;
|Cupcakering&lt;br /&gt;
|Heavy Metaling&lt;br /&gt;
|Bomb Poring&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|Mastering&lt;br /&gt;
|Masterdrops&lt;br /&gt;
|Masterpoporing&lt;br /&gt;
|Mastermarin&lt;br /&gt;
|Pouring&lt;br /&gt;
|Angeling&lt;br /&gt;
|Deviling&lt;br /&gt;
|Ghostring&lt;br /&gt;
|Archangeling&lt;br /&gt;
|Deviruchiring&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|Snowring&lt;br /&gt;
|Santa Snowring&lt;br /&gt;
|Mastersnowring&lt;br /&gt;
|Snow Angeling&lt;br /&gt;
|Rainbowirng&lt;br /&gt;
|God Poring&lt;br /&gt;
|Hollow Poring&lt;br /&gt;
|King of Drops&lt;br /&gt;
|Pori Pori&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Golem Race==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Items such as Lava Golem Card affect this secondary race.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=table1&lt;br /&gt;
|Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|Stalactic Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|Wooden Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|Lava Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|Bradium Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|Ancient Tree&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|Muspelite Tree&lt;br /&gt;
|Earth Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|Dreamstome Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|Cobalt Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|Bronze Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|Stone Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Cat Race==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Items such as Nekoring Card affect this secondary race.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=table1&lt;br /&gt;
|Nekoring&lt;br /&gt;
|Leaf Cat&lt;br /&gt;
|Autumn Leaf Cat&lt;br /&gt;
|Wild Rose&lt;br /&gt;
|Baby Eddga&lt;br /&gt;
|Eddga&lt;br /&gt;
|Civil Servant&lt;br /&gt;
|Baby Leopard&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|Jaguar&lt;br /&gt;
|Hillsrion&lt;br /&gt;
|Tendrilrion&lt;br /&gt;
|Snow Leopard&lt;br /&gt;
|Winter Leaf Cat&lt;br /&gt;
|Silbertiger&lt;br /&gt;
|Silberwelpe&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Allegiance Troops==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
This secondary monster race can be found mostly during Chronicle of Heroes events and is affected by items such as Gold Feather Hat. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=table1&lt;br /&gt;
|Lord Knight&lt;br /&gt;
|Paladin&lt;br /&gt;
|High Wizard&lt;br /&gt;
|Scholar&lt;br /&gt;
|Sniper&lt;br /&gt;
|Minstrel&lt;br /&gt;
|Gypsy&lt;br /&gt;
|High Priest&lt;br /&gt;
|Champion&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|Whitesmith&lt;br /&gt;
|Biochemist&lt;br /&gt;
|Assassin Cross&lt;br /&gt;
|Master Rogue&lt;br /&gt;
|Star Gladiator&lt;br /&gt;
|Soul Linker&lt;br /&gt;
|Ninja&lt;br /&gt;
|Gunslinger&lt;br /&gt;
|Super Novice&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Custom Content]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Mr._Hatter</id>
		<title>Mr. Hatter</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Mr._Hatter"/>
				<updated>2017-09-18T00:06:54Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added page to Custom Content category&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;Mr. Hatter is a popular custom NPC on heRO. By playing his five hat games, you will receive one of his highly prized hats at random at the end of the quest. These are not only valuable aesthetically but also provide stat boosts depending on which hat you get. Mr. Hatter is located one north of Rachel, in the middle of the Grand Temple's courtyard.&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:Hattergq2.jpg|thumb|400px|right|Hatter Quest Headgears]]&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Quest&lt;br /&gt;
| levelreq = Any&lt;br /&gt;
| joblevelreq = Any&lt;br /&gt;
| classreq = Any&lt;br /&gt;
| skillreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| partyreq = No&lt;br /&gt;
| itemreq = Varies&lt;br /&gt;
| nitemreq = &lt;br /&gt;
| zenyreq = Varies&lt;br /&gt;
| questsreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| questscoreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| baseexpreward =&lt;br /&gt;
| jobexpreward =&lt;br /&gt;
| itemreward =&lt;br /&gt;
| qreward = Varies (see [[Hatter Gears]])&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Hat Games==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
If you play Mr. Hatter's games, he will randomly select one of his hats to give you. There are five games to play; once you're done with the fifth game, you'll receive your headgear! This quest can be repeated as many times as you like so if you are a hat maniac, this quest is for you!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A quick overview of his five games are listed below.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
#Hatter Cards: Present to him five cards but with the twist that only certain cards are accepted. These cards are commonly known as &amp;quot;Hatter Cards.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
#Item Gathering: He mentions an item, you gather a hundred for him!&lt;br /&gt;
#Item Riddle: Solve this by giving him the correct item he speaks of in his riddle!&lt;br /&gt;
#Zeny Gamble: Bet more money than the Hatter will in this game. You can bet up to 200,000 zeny. &lt;br /&gt;
#Trivia: The Hatter will ask five various questions. Get at least four correct to finally receive your well-deserved hat!&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note: Should you happen to fail the 2nd or 5th game, you will be taken back to the previous game!'''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
To select which headgear he will give you, he will roll two die with 10 faces on each; together they will give a number between 0 and 99. In total there are over 100 hat possibilities!&lt;br /&gt;
This list is subject to change with each update as new custom hats may be added to it, and some drops might be lowered to fit it all in 100 spots. A hat may be removed from the Mr. Hatter quest reward list once it is made available through certain monster drops or quests.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;center&amp;gt;'''Hat List'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
If you roll a ...!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=&amp;quot;wikitable sortable&amp;quot; align=&amp;quot;center&amp;quot;  style=&amp;quot;text-align: center;&amp;quot; |&lt;br /&gt;
!width=&amp;quot;50px&amp;quot;  style=&amp;quot;background-color:#c6a96f;&amp;quot; | Dice&lt;br /&gt;
!width=&amp;quot;300px&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;background-color:#c6a96f;&amp;quot; | Hats&lt;br /&gt;
!width=&amp;quot;50px&amp;quot;  style=&amp;quot;background-color:#c6a96f;&amp;quot; | Chance&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 00&lt;br /&gt;
| Wrapped Mask&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 01&lt;br /&gt;
| Wrapped Mask&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 02&lt;br /&gt;
| Skeleton Hood&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 03&lt;br /&gt;
| Power of Thor[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 04&lt;br /&gt;
| Shaman's Hair Decoration&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 05&lt;br /&gt;
| Alice Doll[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 06&lt;br /&gt;
| Kabuki Mask[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 07&lt;br /&gt;
| Shaman Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 08&lt;br /&gt;
| Red Glasses&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 09&lt;br /&gt;
| Rabbit Ears&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 10&lt;br /&gt;
| Chick Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 11&lt;br /&gt;
| Charming Ribbon [1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 12&lt;br /&gt;
| Rune Cloth Circlet [1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 13&lt;br /&gt;
| Hukke's Blackcat Ears&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 14&lt;br /&gt;
| Drooping Morocc Minion[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=2 | 15&lt;br /&gt;
| Silver Tiara&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Golden Tiara&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 16&lt;br /&gt;
| Shrine Maiden Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 17&lt;br /&gt;
| Night Cap&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 18&lt;br /&gt;
| Vane Hairpin[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 19&lt;br /&gt;
| Thornwood Band[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 20&lt;br /&gt;
| Anubis Helm[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 21&lt;br /&gt;
| Crescent Helm&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 22&lt;br /&gt;
| Mini Propeller&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 23&lt;br /&gt;
| Vacation Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 24&lt;br /&gt;
| Magic Eyes&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 25&lt;br /&gt;
| Afro Wig[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 26&lt;br /&gt;
| Whisper Mask&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 27&lt;br /&gt;
| Phrygian Cap&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=2 | 28&lt;br /&gt;
| Satellite Hairband [1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Shining Electric Bulb Hairband[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 29&lt;br /&gt;
| Magic Rabbit Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 30&lt;br /&gt;
| Bird Nest&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 31&lt;br /&gt;
| Purple Cowboy Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 32&lt;br /&gt;
| Kettle Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 33&lt;br /&gt;
| Valkyrie Feather Band[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 34&lt;br /&gt;
| Bullock Helm&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 35&lt;br /&gt;
| Coppola&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 36&lt;br /&gt;
| Fish Head Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 37&lt;br /&gt;
| Sleeper Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 38&lt;br /&gt;
| Gryphon Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 39&lt;br /&gt;
| Imp Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=3 | 40&lt;br /&gt;
| Baseball Cap[1]'''*'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.25%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Love Dad Cap&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.25%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Jejecap[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.50%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=2 | 41&lt;br /&gt;
| Pretty Black Ribbon (if Dark Side)&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=2 | 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Pretty Red Ribbon (if Light Side)&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 42&lt;br /&gt;
| Purple Velvet Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 43&lt;br /&gt;
| Autumn Leaves&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 44&lt;br /&gt;
| Santa Poring Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=2 | 45&lt;br /&gt;
| Super Cute Doll Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Very Cute Doll Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 46&lt;br /&gt;
| Sloth Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 47&lt;br /&gt;
| Hunter Cap [1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 48&lt;br /&gt;
| Dress Hat [1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 49&lt;br /&gt;
| Victory Wings&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 50&lt;br /&gt;
| Sales Banner&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 51&lt;br /&gt;
| Ramen Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=3 | 52&lt;br /&gt;
| Glasses[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.25%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Sunglasses[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.25%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Rudolph's Nose&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 53&lt;br /&gt;
| Cyclop's Eye&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 54&lt;br /&gt;
| Angeling Pin&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 55&lt;br /&gt;
| Ship Captain Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=2 | 56&lt;br /&gt;
| Yellow Ribbon&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Yellow Bandana&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 57&lt;br /&gt;
| Chicken Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=2 | 58&lt;br /&gt;
| Tiger Mask&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Lion Mask&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 59&lt;br /&gt;
| Dragon Skull&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=2 | 60&lt;br /&gt;
| Lyria Doll Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Dorothy Doll Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 61&lt;br /&gt;
| Shark Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=2 | 62&lt;br /&gt;
| Wandering Minstrel Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Red Minstrel Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 63&lt;br /&gt;
| Koneko Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 64&lt;br /&gt;
| Dark Randgris Helm[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 65&lt;br /&gt;
| Bird Nest Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 66&lt;br /&gt;
| Phoenix Crown[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 67&lt;br /&gt;
| Crown of Deceit[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 68&lt;br /&gt;
| Puppy Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 69&lt;br /&gt;
| Close Helmet&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 70&lt;br /&gt;
| Plain Black Mage Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 71&lt;br /&gt;
| Neko Mimi Kafra[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 72&lt;br /&gt;
| Hermode Cap[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 73&lt;br /&gt;
| Helm of Darkness[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 74&lt;br /&gt;
| Sunflower Hairpin&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 75&lt;br /&gt;
| Flying Angel&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 76&lt;br /&gt;
| Poring Cake Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 77&lt;br /&gt;
| Decorative Geographer&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 78&lt;br /&gt;
| Crooked Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 79&lt;br /&gt;
| Balloon Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 80&lt;br /&gt;
| Skull Cap[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 81&lt;br /&gt;
| Luck-O-Irish Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 82&lt;br /&gt;
| Note Headphones[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 83&lt;br /&gt;
| Holy Marcher Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 84&lt;br /&gt;
| RJC Katusa Flower&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 85&lt;br /&gt;
| Pig Moneybox&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 86&lt;br /&gt;
| Twin Ribbon[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 87&lt;br /&gt;
| Angel Blessing&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 88&lt;br /&gt;
| Water Lily Crown[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 89&lt;br /&gt;
| Parade Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=2 | 90&lt;br /&gt;
| Muslim Hat M&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Seledang&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.5%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 91&lt;br /&gt;
| Captain's Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 92&lt;br /&gt;
| Mosquito Coil[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 93&lt;br /&gt;
| Drooping Bunny&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 94&lt;br /&gt;
| Sheep Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| rowspan=6 | 95/96&lt;br /&gt;
| Bennit Doll Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.33%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Defolty Doll Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.33%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Glaris Doll Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.33%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Sorin Doll Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.33%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| TellingDoll Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.33%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| W Doll Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 0.33%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 97&lt;br /&gt;
| Poring Party Hat&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 98&lt;br /&gt;
| Side Cap&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| 99&lt;br /&gt;
| Ship Captain Hat[1]&lt;br /&gt;
| 1%&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;/center&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Mr. Hatter's Card List==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Mr. Hatter is a big fan of most of the common cards! He will only accept certain cards of low-level or popular cards for this part of the game. Bring him five to move on to the next game. Here's a list of the cards which Mr. Hatter accepts and loves:&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=table1 style=&amp;quot;width:1100px&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
| Ambernite Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Ancient Mummy Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Anolian Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Andre Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Ant Egg Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Arclouze Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Argos Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Aster Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Baby Desert Wolf Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Beetle King Card&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Caterpillar Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Chonchon Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Christmas Cookie Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Clock Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Coco Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Condor Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Cookie Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Cornutus Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Crab Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Creamy Fear Card &lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Cruiser Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Cupcakering Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Deviruchi Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Dimik Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Disguise Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Driller Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Dullahan Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Dumpling Child Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Eggyra Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Elder Willow Card&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Fabre Card&lt;br /&gt;
| False Angel Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Familiar Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Female Thief Bug Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Galapago Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Geographer Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Giant Spider Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Gibbet Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Gig Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Ghoul Card&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Goat Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Grove Card &lt;br /&gt;
| High Orc Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Hornet Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Isis Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Jejeling Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Karasaka Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Kapha Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Killer Mantis Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Kobold Archer Card &lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Kraben Card  &lt;br /&gt;
| Kukre Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Leaf Cat Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Lunatic Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Marionette Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Marin Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Martin Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Megalodon Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Megalith Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Merman Card &lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Metaling Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Mi Gao Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Muka Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Munak Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Muscipular Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Neraid Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Ninetail Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Obeaune Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Orc Archer Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Orcring Card &lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Orc Zombie Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Parasite Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Picky Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Picky Egg Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Pirate Skeleton Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Poison Spore Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Poporing Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Poring Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Red Eruma Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Red Novus Card&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Rocker Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Rotar Zairo Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Savage Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Seal Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Shell Fish Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Skeleton Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Snake Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Spore Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Spring Rabbit Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Stainer Card&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Steel Chonchon Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Sting Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Tarou Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Thief Bug Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Thief Bug Egg Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Tri Joint Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Venatu Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Willow Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Wolf Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Wootan Fighter Card&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| Wraith Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Yellow Novus Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Zenorc Card &lt;br /&gt;
| Zombie Card&lt;br /&gt;
| Zombie Slaughter Card&lt;br /&gt;
| &lt;br /&gt;
| &lt;br /&gt;
| &lt;br /&gt;
| &lt;br /&gt;
|&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Total= 105 Cards -- Updated 05.28.2017&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Item Gathering==&lt;br /&gt;
:'''''Main Page''': [[Mr. Hatter/Item Gathering]]''&lt;br /&gt;
For the Hatter's second game, he will ask you to collect 100 of a certain item.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Item Riddles==&lt;br /&gt;
:'''''Main Page''': [[Mr. Hatter/Riddles]]&lt;br /&gt;
In the Hatter's third game, he will give you a riddle in which you will need to solve and bring the correct item for. Also, when giving him the item in question, he will want you to use the item's ID number.  This can be brought up in game by using the @ii command and then entering the name of the item in question. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Examples: @ii jellopy or @ii &amp;quot;sticky mucus&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
If you should give him the incorrect item, the Hatter will make you replay the item gathering step again.&lt;br /&gt;
If you want the answers to the riddles click on the link found in this section for further details.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' The Hatter Riddle Answers may not all be available yet.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Trivia==&lt;br /&gt;
:'''''Main Page''': [[Mr. Hatter/Trivia]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Hatter's final game is a five question trivia game.  He will ask various questions of the player, and you will be provided multiple choices to choose from.  You must get at least four out of five of the questions correct or you will have to gamble zeny again with the Hatter.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' Some trivia may still not be available on the spoilers page still.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Hat Coloring Service==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Apart from the Hat Games, the Hatter can also recolor certain special hats. You will need to have the hat to get it colored, as well as some items and herbs he will require. The ones that you can have colored are as follows:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=table1&lt;br /&gt;
|- align=&amp;quot;center&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
! scope=&amp;quot;col&amp;quot; width=&amp;quot;225px&amp;quot; | '''Ribbon'''&lt;br /&gt;
! scope=&amp;quot;col&amp;quot; width=&amp;quot;225px&amp;quot; | '''Mage Hat'''&lt;br /&gt;
! scope=&amp;quot;col&amp;quot; width=&amp;quot;225px&amp;quot; | '''Drooping Cat'''&lt;br /&gt;
! scope=&amp;quot;col&amp;quot; width=&amp;quot;225px&amp;quot; | '''Deviruchi Hat'''&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|&lt;br /&gt;
'''Black Ribbon (Black):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Ribbon[1]&lt;br /&gt;
*20 Fluff&lt;br /&gt;
*10 Red Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*10 Yellow Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*10 Blue Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*10 Green Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Yellow Ribbon (Yellow):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Ribbon[1]&lt;br /&gt;
*20 Fluff&lt;br /&gt;
*35 Yellow Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Green Ribbon (Green):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Ribbon[1]&lt;br /&gt;
*20 Fluff&lt;br /&gt;
*50 Green Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Pink Ribbon (Pink):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Ribbon[1]&lt;br /&gt;
*20 Fluff&lt;br /&gt;
*30 Red Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*20 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Red Ribbon (Red):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Ribbon[1]&lt;br /&gt;
*20 Fluff&lt;br /&gt;
*50 Red Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Orange Ribbon (Orange):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Ribbon[1]&lt;br /&gt;
*20 Fluff&lt;br /&gt;
*25 Red Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*15 Yellow Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''White Ribbon (White):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Ribbon[1]&lt;br /&gt;
*20 Fluff&lt;br /&gt;
*30 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
|&lt;br /&gt;
'''Red Mage Hat (Red):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Mage Hat&lt;br /&gt;
*5 Torn Magic Book&lt;br /&gt;
*400 Red Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Gray Mage Hat (White):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Mage Hat&lt;br /&gt;
*5 Torn Magic Book&lt;br /&gt;
*250 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Brown Mage Hat (Gray):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Mage Hat&lt;br /&gt;
*5 Torn Magic Book&lt;br /&gt;
*200 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*10 Coal&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Blue Mage Hat (Blue):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Mage Hat&lt;br /&gt;
*5 Torn Magic Book&lt;br /&gt;
*200 Blue Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Yellow Mage Hat (Yellow):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Mage Hat&lt;br /&gt;
*5 Torn Magic Book&lt;br /&gt;
*300 Yellow Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
|&lt;br /&gt;
'''Gray Drooping Cat (White):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Drooping Cat&lt;br /&gt;
*3 Nutshell&lt;br /&gt;
*10 Shrimp&lt;br /&gt;
*150 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Brown Drooping Cat (Gray):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Drooping Cat&lt;br /&gt;
*3 Nutshell&lt;br /&gt;
*10 Shrimp&lt;br /&gt;
*100 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*5 Coal&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Pink Drooping Cat (Pink):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Drooping Cat&lt;br /&gt;
*3 Nutshell&lt;br /&gt;
*10 Shrimp&lt;br /&gt;
*300 Red Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*100 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Blue Drooping Cat (Blue):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Drooping Cat&lt;br /&gt;
*3 Nutshell&lt;br /&gt;
*10 Shrimp&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Blue Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Yellow Drooping Cat (Yellow):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Drooping Cat&lt;br /&gt;
*3 Nutshell&lt;br /&gt;
*10 Shrimp&lt;br /&gt;
*150 Yellow Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
|&lt;br /&gt;
'''Red Deviruchi Hat (Red):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Deviruchi Hat&lt;br /&gt;
*50 Little Evil Wing&lt;br /&gt;
*250 Red Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Gray Deviruchi Hat (White):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Deviruchi Hat&lt;br /&gt;
*50 Little Evil Wing&lt;br /&gt;
*150 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Brown Deviruchi Hat (Gray):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Deviruchi Hat&lt;br /&gt;
*50 Little Evil Wing&lt;br /&gt;
*100 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*5 Coal&lt;br /&gt;
|- align=&amp;quot;center&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
! scope=&amp;quot;col&amp;quot; width=&amp;quot;225px&amp;quot; | '''Beanie'''&lt;br /&gt;
! scope=&amp;quot;col&amp;quot; width=&amp;quot;225px&amp;quot; | '''Wig'''&lt;br /&gt;
! scope=&amp;quot;col&amp;quot; width=&amp;quot;225px&amp;quot; | '''Cute Ribbon'''&lt;br /&gt;
! scope=&amp;quot;col&amp;quot; width=&amp;quot;225px&amp;quot; | ''''''&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
| &lt;br /&gt;
'''Brown Beanie (Gray):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Beanie&lt;br /&gt;
*3x Level 3 Fire Bolt Scroll&lt;br /&gt;
*100 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*5 Coal&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Blue Beanie (Blue):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Beanie&lt;br /&gt;
*3x Level 3 Fire Bolt Scroll&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Blue Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Pink Beanie (Pink):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Beanie&lt;br /&gt;
*3x Level 3 Fire Bolt Scroll&lt;br /&gt;
*300 Red Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*100 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
| &lt;br /&gt;
'''Fantastic/Happy/Marvelous/Shiny Wig or Wig:'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Afro Wig [1] (Hatter Hat)&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Red Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Yellow Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*100 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Green Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Blue Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Dokebi Horn&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Shining Scale&lt;br /&gt;
*20 Lucky Candy&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note 1:''' This recolor is randomized. You have an equal chance of receiving either one of the 4 color schemes or the Wig cute pet item.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note 2:''' Mr. Hatter mentions that he needs Dokebi's Wig but he actually&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;needs Afro Wig [1]. &lt;br /&gt;
| &lt;br /&gt;
'''Cute White Ribbon (White):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Cute Ribbon&lt;br /&gt;
*Rainbow Carrot&lt;br /&gt;
*100 White Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Cute Blue Ribbon (Blue):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Cute Ribbon&lt;br /&gt;
*Rainbow Carrot&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Blue Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Cute Green Ribbon (Green):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Cute Ribbon&lt;br /&gt;
*Rainbow Carrot&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Green Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Cute Red Ribbon (Red):'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Cute Ribbon&lt;br /&gt;
*Rainbow Carrot&lt;br /&gt;
*100 Red Herbs&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*'''Note 1:''' These are recolors from Gravity, not made by the heRO staff. Please don't ask for your favorite hat if it's not in this list. Also, Gravity is somewhat colorblind... some of their white/grey hats appear more brown.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*'''Note 2:''' Once you color a hat, you cannot recolor it, so make sure you select carefully.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*'''Note 3:''' When you color a hat, your original will be taken, the colored hat will be returned to you without any upgrades or cards.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Hat Voucher==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
This rare item can be used to skip the hat games and go directly to the hat receiving part. (It will not affect your hat game if you have one in progress). As mentioned before this item will be very rare, distributed in very limited quantity on special occasions.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
One of the few ways to get a Hat Voucher is from [[Warzone#Wild_Emperium|Wild Emperiums]] in [[Warzone]] or from [[Poring_Type_Monsters#Mooring|Smash Moorings]] in [[Poring Smash]] or GM-hosted events.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Updates==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*In the [http://www.pandoraonline.net/forum/showthread.php?tid=12365&amp;amp;pid=296008#pid296008 28th May 2017 update], Hatter quest saw a revamp, including a change in his hat repertoire which removed old hats and brought new hats in. Item hunting list and card list were also changed.&lt;br /&gt;
*Update on [http://www.pandoraonline.net/forum/showthread.php?tid=12365&amp;amp;pid=297298#pid297298 4th July 2017] fixed certain bugs on the NPC and substituted Persika[1] with Plain Black Mage Hat[1] which was supposed to be in the 28th May 2017 update.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Related Pages==&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Hatter Gears]]&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Wrapped Mask Add Ons]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Custom Quest Guides]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Custom Content]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Styla</id>
		<title>Styla</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Styla"/>
				<updated>2017-09-11T21:16:52Z</updated>
		
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&lt;div&gt;[[Image:Styla.jpg|thumb|150px|right|Styla]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Styla is heRO's resident stylist extraordinaire! Visit her in central Prontera to change your look. She offers three different services, and there is no limit to the number of times you can spice up your style, so go nuts!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=Hair Styling=&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Styla has spent many years perfecting her hairstyling techniques, and can give you any of RO's classic styles as well as over 150 additional custom styles. Classic styles are free, but to get a custom hairstyle, you'll need a Haircut Coupon. There are also a couple of hairstyles that are only available if you are a member of either the Light or Dark [[Allegiance]], or if you are a member of the [[Nobility]]. There are also some hairstyles that are only available to people who purchased them during the [[Great Fairy Auction]], although these usually become available to everyone, eventually.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Haircut Coupons can be obtained in a few different ways. The most consistent way is to do a short item gathering quest (see: [[Hairstyling]]). They also drop from certain [[Poring Type Monsters]] during Poring Smash events. Additionally, they can sometimes be obtained via [[Nobility]] rewards, or as rewards for certain holiday and seasonal quests.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
When you choose the custom hairstyling option, Styla gives you two choices: you can view a preview image of all of the custom hairstyles for your character's gender, or you can spend a Haircut Coupon to preview the hairstyles on your character. '''Once you are in the live preview mode, if you cancel out of the textbox or disconnect, you will keep the hairstyle you are currently previewing.''' You can also view the different hair colors in the live preview mode. Not every hairstyle comes in every color, so choose carefully!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The current listing of custom hairstyles is as follows. The colors used in the preview pictures are not the only available colors for each style.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Female Styles==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:Styla (female).jpg]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Male Styles==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:Styla (male).jpg]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=Hair Coloring=&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Styla's hair coloring service is completely free of charge! Simply pick this option and cycle through the colors available for your current hairstyle, or, if you know the number that corresponds to the color you want, you can just type the number and voila!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Styla offers the following hair colors ('''not all colors are available for all hairstyles'''):&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:Styla (colors).jpg]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=Cloth Coloring=&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Changing your clothing color is also free! Each palette appears differently on each job class. As with the hair colors, you can choose to browse or select by number. There are also certain categories (e.g. Holiday colors) that you can choose from. If you browse the custom colors, you will only see the palettes that are available to that character (including categorized colors). Styla has certain palettes that are only available under certain circumstances. These include [[Nobility]] palettes, [[Light/Dark Allegiance]] palettes, [[Hemerald's Elemental Wings]] palettes, and a palette that can be unlocked via the [[Zodiac Gate Quest]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Custom Content]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Fruit_Basket</id>
		<title>Fruit Basket</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Fruit_Basket"/>
				<updated>2017-09-04T19:05:11Z</updated>
		
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&lt;div&gt;Fruit Baskets give a random fruit item when opened. They're obtainable from Pom Spiders in the Bifrost.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Below is a list of all items obtainable from Fruit Basket.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=table1&lt;br /&gt;
|Apple&lt;br /&gt;
|Banana&lt;br /&gt;
|Grape&lt;br /&gt;
|Mastela Fruit&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|Pumpkin&lt;br /&gt;
|Lemon&lt;br /&gt;
|Prickly Fruit&lt;br /&gt;
|Red Prickly Fruit&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|Yggdrasil Berry&lt;br /&gt;
|Yggdrasil Seed&lt;br /&gt;
|Solid Peach&lt;br /&gt;
|Cacao&lt;br /&gt;
|-&lt;br /&gt;
|Asai Fruit&lt;br /&gt;
|Mora Mandar&lt;br /&gt;
|Strawberry&lt;br /&gt;
|Orange&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Custom Items]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

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		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Buying_Store</id>
		<title>Buying Store</title>
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				<updated>2017-09-04T19:00:00Z</updated>
		
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&lt;div&gt;Buying Stores give every class above level 20 the chance to set up shops that let you buy items from other players!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Purchasing Permit==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:BuyingStore1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Permit Seller Location is in Alberta (48, 250) east of the entrance to the town. &lt;br /&gt;
She sells Shabby Purchase Street Stall Licenses that you can purchase for 1,000 Zeny each.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Item&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Shabby Purchase Street Stall License&lt;br /&gt;
|id=12548&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite=Buying-License-Icon.png &lt;br /&gt;
|portrait=Buying-License.png&lt;br /&gt;
|copyright=Official&lt;br /&gt;
|buy=1000z&lt;br /&gt;
|sell=500z&lt;br /&gt;
|weight=1&lt;br /&gt;
|type=Consumable Item&lt;br /&gt;
|description=A questionable license that allows you to open a Bulk Buyer Vending Shop. The Merchant Guild's stamp looks like it has been hand drawn. You must have at least 1 of the items in your inventory that you wish to buy in bulk from others. (One time use)&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Will allow anyone to open a Buying Store.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Anyone can purchase the item, and anyone can use it to open a shop. This is a one time use item.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Setting up Shop==&lt;br /&gt;
After purchasing a permit you can then use the consumable item to set up your buying shop. This can be done with '''ANY''' character.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:BuyingStore2.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
1. Once you open the shop it will appear similarly to the above image. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
2. Set the quantity of the item you wish to purchase and its price.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
3. The Purchase Zeny Limit lets you place an amount of money you're willing to utilize for items. &lt;br /&gt;
'''Example''': You have 2,000,000 Zeny, but do not want to spend more than 500,000 of that money. Set the purchase limit to 500,000 and once that amount is spent, no further items can be sold to you.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
4. Hit the &amp;quot;Okay&amp;quot; button when finished to setup the shop.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Some things to be aware of:&lt;br /&gt;
*You must possess at least 1 of the item you wish to purchase.&lt;br /&gt;
*Only Consumables and Etc. type items can be set into the shop. &lt;br /&gt;
*Shops can have a maximum of 5 items to be purchased.&lt;br /&gt;
*Players will not be able to sell you additional items if you reach your Weight Limit or Purchase Zeny Limit.&lt;br /&gt;
*Once shop is set, you may use @autotrade/@at as usual.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:BuyingStore3.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Final Note==&lt;br /&gt;
For those who want to purchase equipment or other items not covered by Buying Stores should utilize the [[Mission BBS]] instead!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Custom Content]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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		<title>Buying Store</title>
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				<updated>2017-09-04T16:34:28Z</updated>
		
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&lt;div&gt;Buying Stores give every class the chance to buy items other players have on store.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Purchasing Permit==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:BuyingStore1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Permit Seller Location is in Alberta (48, 250) east of the entrance to the town. &lt;br /&gt;
She sells Shabby Purchase Street Stall Licenses that you can purchase for 1,000 Zeny each.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Item&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Shabby Purchase Street Stall License&lt;br /&gt;
|id=12548&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite=Buying-License-Icon.png &lt;br /&gt;
|portrait=Buying-License.png&lt;br /&gt;
|copyright=Official&lt;br /&gt;
|buy=1000z&lt;br /&gt;
|sell=500z&lt;br /&gt;
|weight=1&lt;br /&gt;
|type=Consumable Item&lt;br /&gt;
|description=A questionable license that allows you to open a Bulk Buyer Vending Shop. The Merchant Guild's stamp looks like it has been hand drawn. You must have at least 1 of the items in your inventory that you wish to buy in bulk from others. (One time use)&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Will allow anyone to open a Buying Store.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Anyone can purchase the item, and anyone can use it to open a shop. This is a one time use item.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Must have at least 1 of the item you wish to purchase to put it up for sale&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
You can only buy Consumables and Etc. type items&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Can setup to purchase up to 5 items&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Set the quantity of the item you wish to purchase and its price.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
If you go over your Weight Limit it will not let players sell you additional items.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Can set a Purchase Zeny Limit&lt;br /&gt;
	Example: You have 2,000,000 zeny, but do not want to spend more than 500,000's worth 	of that zeny, you can set the shop to stop further purchases once that amount is reached. 	It is possible you'll not get all desired purchases completed if the amount of items you 	wanted exceeds the prices you are willing to pay.&lt;br /&gt;
After setting up a shop, you can use @at as usual.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

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		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Nightmare_Pyramid</id>
		<title>Nightmare Pyramid</title>
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				<updated>2017-07-18T21:24:03Z</updated>
		
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&lt;div&gt;The Nightmare Pyramid Challenge is an official location that serves as an extension to the Pyramid dungeon. It is fully custom, and was released on heRO in September 6th, 2016.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==About the Nightmare Pyramid==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===HeRO Lore===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
During an attack on the pyramids by Dark Allegiance radicals Ostellos and Eudoxie, the two take an ancient artifact from the structure. Unfortunately, said artifact served as a mana channeler for the Pyramid's mechanisms. Ever since, mana accumulates in the lower floors, making the monsters go berserk when the air is saturated with magic energies.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As this poses a threat to the Thief Guild and Morroc, Agent Durai stands by the entrance to the Pyramid's Lower Floors, recruiting passing adventurers to help exterminate the monsters.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===How to Access===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the Thief Guild, near the entrance to the basement's first floor (moc_prydb1 96 67), a Thief Guild Agent stands by. When you talk to him, he explains he's recruiting people to help exterminate monsters in the lower floors.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once you agree to help the Thief Guild Agent, he'll introduce himself as Durai and warp you to the nightmare floors.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Agentdurai.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Fiend Extermination==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Missions===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
To begin the extermination quests, just talk to Agent Durai in the nightmarish basement. You'll have the option to hunt Nightmarish Verits, Mummies, Minorous, Mimics, Ancient Mummies, Arclouze, and/or Amon Ra.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
To complete a mission, you have to kill 20 of the mob you selected. In the case of Nightmarish Amon Ra, you only have to kill 1. If you talk to Durai and select a mission you've already taken, you'll have the option to stop hunting. If you select this, the quest will be removed from you. '''Note''': You will lose the monster kill count progress for the quest if you choose to stop.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once you complete a mission, there is a 23 hour delay before you can complete it again. When the time is up, talk to Durai and select the mission again to begin the hunt.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Rewards===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
You will receive the following rewards for completing a mission:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Verit: 500k Base Exp, 250k Job Exp, and either 5 Yellow Slim Potions or 3 Panacea&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Mummy: 500k Base Exp, 250k Job Exp, and either 3 Small Life Potions or 2 Yggdrasil Seeds&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Minorous: 500k Base Exp, 250k Job Exp, and either 3 Blue Potions or 5 Light Yellow Potions&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Mimic: 600k Base Exp, 500k Job Exp, and either 5 Large Defense Potions or 3 Light White Potions&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Arclouse: 600k Base Exp, 500k Job Exp, and either 5 White Slim Potions or 3 Speed Potions&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmare Ancient Mummy: 650k Base Exp, 550k Job Exp, and either 5 Large Magic Defense Potions or 3 Light Blue Potions&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Amon Ra: 1.5m Base Exp, 1.25m Job Exp, and either 3 Rainbow Cakes or 1 Yggdrasil Berry&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Spawns Tables==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Nightmarish Pyramid Level 1'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Minorous - 60 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Mummy - 30 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Verit - 50 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Nightmarish Pyramid Level 2'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Mummy - 30 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Mimic - 30 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Arclouze - 20 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmare Ancient Mummy - 20 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Amon Ra - 1 (2.5 Hours +/- 30 min) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Monster Info==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nightmarish Minorous===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Minorous&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Brute&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=57&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=737&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=962&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmareminorous.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Fire 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=11,146&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=25&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=15&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=20,620&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=10,250&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=74&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=48&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=70&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=75&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=59&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=25&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=200&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.43s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.432s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Agressive, Cast Sensor, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Fire Attack Lv 3, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, .5s cast time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Hammer Fall Lv 5, Attacking - Always @ Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Idle - Rude Attacked @ self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Heaven's Drive Lv 3, Attacking - HP Between 100~75% @ Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, interruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Heaven's Drive Lv 5, Attack/Chase - HP Below 75% @ Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, interruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Becomes Idle), Chase - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 2% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Returns to Aggressive Mode), Idle - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Nose Ring 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Potato 56.25%&lt;br /&gt;
*Lemon 11.25%&lt;br /&gt;
*Axe 7.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Oridecon 7.11%&lt;br /&gt;
*Hammer of Blacksmith .36%&lt;br /&gt;
*Two-Handed Axe .06%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Minorous Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nightmarish Mummy===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Mummy&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Undead&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=40&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=381&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=450&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmaremummy.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Undead 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=7,764&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=11,645&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=9,705&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=32&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=21&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=36&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=72&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=23&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=300&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.54s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.384s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Agressive, Cast Sensor, Angry, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Combo Attack Lv 1, Attack/Angry - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Undead Attack Lv 1, Attack/Angry - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Undead Attack Lv 2, Angry - HP Below 50% @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Bash Lv 3, Angry - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable, &lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Becomes Idle), Chase/Follow - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 2% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Returns to Aggressive Mode), Idle - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Rotten Bandage 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Yellow Herb 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Memento 21%&lt;br /&gt;
*Panacea 9%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Oridecon 3.75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Silver Ring .36%&lt;br /&gt;
*Glove .15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Brooch .09%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Mummy Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nightmarish Verit===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Verit&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Undead&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=41&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=486&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=586&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmareverit.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Undead 1&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=7,908&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=15&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=11,070&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=9,090&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=21&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=43&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=43&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=23&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=250&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.309s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.48s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Looter, Assist, Cast Sensor, Change Target/Chase, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Poison Lv 3, Attacking - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Poison Attack Lv 1, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Bleeding Lv 1, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Lick Lv 1, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Provocation Lv 1, Chase - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Becomes Aggressive), Idle - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion, Looting - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Immortal Heart 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rotten Bandage 41.25%&lt;br /&gt;
*Zargon 27%&lt;br /&gt;
*White Herb 22.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Flower Ring 7.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Armlet of Obedience .75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Skull Ring .06%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Verit Card .01%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nightmarish Mimic===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Mimic&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=56&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=187&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=1125&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmaremimic.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Neutral 3&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=7,650&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=2,675&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=2,675&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=139&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=69&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=86&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=126&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.67s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.288s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Aggressive, Cast Sensor, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Blood Drain, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Bleeding lv 1, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Autoguard Lv 4, Attack/Chase - Whenever Autoguard status is off @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*NPC Emotion (Does /gg emote), Idle - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Magnifier 90%&lt;br /&gt;
*Trap 45%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Elunium 10.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Blue Box 1.35%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Purple Box .24%&lt;br /&gt;
*Box of Panting .24%&lt;br /&gt;
*Box of Giggling .24%&lt;br /&gt;
*Emperium .15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rosary [1] .15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Mimic Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nightmarish Arclouse===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Arclouse&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Insect&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=64&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=712&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=800&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmarearclouse.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=9,112&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=25&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=7,285&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=8,200&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=86&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=5&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=5&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=86&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=57&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.68s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.48s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Aggressive, Cast Sensor, Detector, Change Target melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Ground Attack Lv 1, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Autoguard Lv 2, Attack/Chase - Whenever autoguard status is off @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Blind Attack Lv 1, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Idle - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Becomes Idle), Chase/Follow - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 2% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Returns to Aggressive Mode), Idle - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Round Shell 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Zargon 96%&lt;br /&gt;
*Sticky Mucus 90%&lt;br /&gt;
*Solid Shell 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Red Gemstone 12%&lt;br /&gt;
*Green Live 4.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Great Nature .75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Arclouze Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nightmare Ancient Mummy===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmare Ancient Mummy&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Undead&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=88&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=1045&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=1411&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmareancientmummy.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Undead 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=60,898&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=37&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=37&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=100,480&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=88,300&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=32&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=21&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=36&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=5&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=95&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=40&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=175&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.52s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.384s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Agressive, Cast Sensor, Change Target/Chase, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Undead Attack Lv 3, Attacking - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Bash Lv 5, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Curse Attack Lv 3, Attacking - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 50s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Breath Lv 3, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, .5s Delay, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Breath Lv 4, Attack/Chase - When hit by Turn Undead @ Target, .5s Delay, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Critical Slash (Critical Hit), Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Guided Attack, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 8% Chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Idle - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Rotten Bandage 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Memento 67.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Yellow Herb 24.45%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Oridecon 6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Silver Ring 1.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Elunium 3.75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Earring .06%&lt;br /&gt;
*Glove [1] .09%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmare Ancient Mummy Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nightmarish Amon Ra===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Amon Ra&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Demi-Human&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=96&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2058&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=3220&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmareamonra.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth 3&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=1,821,207&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=36&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=62&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=2,276,505&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=1,912,265&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=359,960&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=103&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=142&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=85&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=51&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=3&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=14&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=170&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.34s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.48s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Agressive, Detector, Boss&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Meteor Storm Lv 11 (Wide Meteor Storm), Attacking - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 50% Chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Meteor Storm Lv 11, Idle - When Targeted, or hit by Thunder Storm, Magnus Exorcismus, Meteor Storm, Fire Wall, Heal, Storm Gust @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Gravitation Field Lv 20, Any - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 20s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Fire Pillar Lv 11, Attacking - Always @ 5x5 Area Around Self, 0s Cast Time, 2s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Fire Pillar Lv 11, Idle - Always @ 5x5 Area Around Self, 0s Cast Time, 2s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Mental Breaker Lv 4, Any - When Targeted @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 75% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Mental Breaker Lv 4, Any - When close range attacked @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 75% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Blessing (Coma), Attacking - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 2s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Blood Drain, Idle/Attacking - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Idle - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Walk - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Summon Monster, Idle - When long range attacked or hit by Thunder Storm, Magnus Exorcismus, Meteor Storm, Fire Wall, Heal, Storm Gust @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Summon Monster, Attacking - When long range attacked, or Cast Targeted @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 75%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Dispel Lv 5, Any, @ Random Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 15% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Heaven's Drive Lv 5, Any, @ Random Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 15% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Quagmire Lv 1, Any, @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 15% chance&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 50%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Heal Lv 11, Idle @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 100% Chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Gravitation Field Lv 10, Any, @ 9x9 area around self, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Confuse Lv 10, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 20s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Curse Lv 10, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 20s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=&lt;br /&gt;
*Yggdrasil Berry 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Elunium 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Fragment of Rossata Stone 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Card Album 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Tablet [1] 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Sphinx Hat [1] 12%&lt;br /&gt;
*Sage's Diary[2] 6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Amon Ra Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=*Yggdrasil Seed 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*3 Carat Diamond 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 100%&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Customized Monsters]] &lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Customized Area]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Nightmare_Pyramid</id>
		<title>Nightmare Pyramid</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Nightmare_Pyramid"/>
				<updated>2017-07-18T21:14:18Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Corrected drop name for item on Nightmarish Mimic&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;The Nightmare Pyramid Challenge is an official location that serves as an extension to the Pyramid dungeon. It is fully custom, and was released on heRO in September 6th, 2016.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==About the Nightmare Pyramid==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===HeRO Lore===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
During an attack on the pyramids by Dark Allegiance radicals Ostellos and Eudoxie, the two take an ancient artifact from the structure. Unfortunately, said artifact served as a mana channeler for the Pyramid's mechanisms. Ever since, mana accumulates in the lower floors, making the monsters go berserk when the air is saturated with magic energies.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As this poses a threat to the Thief Guild and Morroc, Agent Durai stands by the entrance to the Pyramid's Lower Floors, recruiting passing adventurers to help exterminate the monsters.&lt;br /&gt;
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===How to Access===&lt;br /&gt;
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At the Thief Guild, near the entrance to the basement's first floor (moc_prydb1 96 67), a Thief Guild Agent stands by. When you talk to him, he explains he's recruiting people to help exterminate monsters in the lower floors.&lt;br /&gt;
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Once you agree to help the Thief Guild Agent, he'll introduce himself as Durai and warp you to the nightmare floors.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Agentdurai.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fiend Extermination==&lt;br /&gt;
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===Missions===&lt;br /&gt;
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To begin the extermination quests, just talk to Agent Durai in the nightmarish basement. You'll have the option to hunt Nightmarish Verits, Mummies, Minorous, Mimics, Ancient Mummies, Arclouze, and/or Amon Ra.&lt;br /&gt;
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To complete a mission, you have to kill 20 of the mob you selected. In the case of Nightmarish Amon Ra, you only have to kill 1. If you talk to Durai and select a mission you've already taken, you'll have the option to stop hunting. If you select this, the quest will be removed from you. '''Note''': You will lose the monster kill count progress for the quest if you choose to stop.&lt;br /&gt;
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Once you complete a mission, there is a 23 hour delay before you can complete it again. When the time is up, talk to Durai and select the mission again to begin the hunt.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Rewards===&lt;br /&gt;
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You will receive the following rewards for completing a mission:&lt;br /&gt;
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*Nightmarish Verit: 500k Base Exp, 250k Job Exp, and either 5 Yellow Slim Potions or 3 Panacea&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Mummy: 500k Base Exp, 250k Job Exp, and either 3 Small Life Potions or 2 Yggdrasil Seeds&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Minorous: 500k Base Exp, 250k Job Exp, and either 3 Blue Potions or 5 Light Yellow Potions&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Mimic: 600k Base Exp, 500k Job Exp, and either 5 Large Defense Potions or 3 Light White Potions&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Arclouse: 600k Base Exp, 500k Job Exp, and either 5 White Slim Potions or 3 Speed Potions&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmare Ancient Mummy: 650k Base Exp, 550k Job Exp, and either 5 Large Magic Defense Potions or 3 Light Blue Potions&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Amon Ra: 1.5m Base Exp, 1.25m Job Exp, and either 3 Rainbow Cakes or 1 Yggdrasil Berry&lt;br /&gt;
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==Spawns Tables==&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Nightmarish Pyramid Level 1'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Minorous - 60 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Mummy - 30 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Verit - 50 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Nightmarish Pyramid Level 2'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Mummy - 30 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Mimic - 30 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Arclouze - 20 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmare Ancient Mummy - 20 (5 sec) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Nightmarish Amon Ra - 1 (2.5 Hours +/- 30 min) &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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==Monster Info==&lt;br /&gt;
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===Nightmarish Minorous===&lt;br /&gt;
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{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Minorous&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Brute&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=57&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=737&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=962&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmareminorous.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Fire 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=11,146&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=25&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=15&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=20,620&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=10,250&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=74&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=48&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=70&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=75&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=59&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=25&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=200&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.43s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.432s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Agressive, Cast Sensor, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Fire Attack Lv 3, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, .5s cast time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Hammer Fall Lv 5, Attacking - Always @ Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Idle - Rude Attacked @ self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Heaven's Drive Lv 3, Attacking - HP Between 100~75% @ Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, interruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Heaven's Drive Lv 5, Attack/Chase - HP Below 75% @ Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, interruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Becomes Idle), Chase - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 2% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Returns to Aggressive Mode), Idle - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Nose Ring 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Potato 56.25%&lt;br /&gt;
*Lemon 11.25%&lt;br /&gt;
*Axe 7.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Oridecon 7.11%&lt;br /&gt;
*Hammer of Blacksmith .36%&lt;br /&gt;
*Two-Handed Axe .06%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Minorous Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
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===Nightmarish Mummy===&lt;br /&gt;
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{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Mummy&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Undead&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=40&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=381&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=450&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmaremummy.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Undead 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=7,764&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=11,645&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=9,705&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=32&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=21&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=36&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=72&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=23&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=300&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.54s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.384s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Agressive, Cast Sensor, Angry, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Combo Attack Lv 1, Attack/Angry - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Undead Attack Lv 1, Attack/Angry - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Undead Attack Lv 2, Angry - HP Below 50% @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Bash Lv 3, Angry - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable, &lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Becomes Idle), Chase/Follow - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 2% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Returns to Aggressive Mode), Idle - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Rotten Bandage 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Yellow Herb 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Memento 21%&lt;br /&gt;
*Panacea 9%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Oridecon 3.75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Silver Ring .36%&lt;br /&gt;
*Glove .15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Brooch .09%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Mummy Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nightmarish Verit===&lt;br /&gt;
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{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Verit&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Undead&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=41&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=486&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=586&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmareverit.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Undead 1&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=7,908&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=15&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=11,070&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=9,090&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=21&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=43&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=43&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=23&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=250&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.309s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.48s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Looter, Assist, Cast Sensor, Change Target/Chase, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Poison Lv 3, Attacking - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Poison Attack Lv 1, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Bleeding Lv 1, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Lick Lv 1, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Provocation Lv 1, Chase - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Becomes Aggressive), Idle - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion, Looting - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Immortal Heart 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rotten Bandage 41.25%&lt;br /&gt;
*Zargon 27%&lt;br /&gt;
*White Herb 22.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Flower Ring 7.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Armlet of Obedience .75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Skull Ring .06%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Verit Card .01%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
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===Nightmarish Mimic===&lt;br /&gt;
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{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Mimic&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=56&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=187&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=1125&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmaremimic.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Neutral 3&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=7,650&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=2,675&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=2,675&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=139&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=69&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=86&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=126&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.67s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.288s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Aggressive, Cast Sensor, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Blood Drain, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Bleeding lv 1, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Autoguard Lv 4, Attack/Chase - Whenever Autoguard status is off @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*NPC Emotion (Does /gg emote), Idle - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Magnifier 90%&lt;br /&gt;
*Trap 45%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Elunium 10.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Blue Box 1.35%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Purple Box .24%&lt;br /&gt;
*Box of Panting .24%&lt;br /&gt;
*Box of Giggling .24%&lt;br /&gt;
*Emperium .15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rosary [1] .15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Mimic Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
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===Nightmarish Arclouse===&lt;br /&gt;
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{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Arclouse&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Insect&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=64&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=712&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=800&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmarearclouse.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=9,112&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=25&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=7,285&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=8,200&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=86&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=5&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=5&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=86&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=57&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.68s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.48s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Aggressive, Cast Sensor, Detector, Change Target melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Ground Attack Lv 1, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Autoguard Lv 2, Attack/Chase - Whenever autoguard status is off @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Blind Attack Lv 1, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Idle - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Becomes Idle), Chase/Follow - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 2% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Emotion (Returns to Aggressive Mode), Idle - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Round Shell 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Zargon 96%&lt;br /&gt;
*Sticky Mucus 90%&lt;br /&gt;
*Solid Shell 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Red Gemstone 12%&lt;br /&gt;
*Green Live 4.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Great Nature .75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Arclouze Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
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===Nightmare Ancient Mummy===&lt;br /&gt;
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{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmare Ancient Mummy&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Undead&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=88&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=1045&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=1411&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmareancientmummy.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Undead 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=60,898&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=37&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=37&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=100,480&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=88,300&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=32&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=21&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=36&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=5&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=95&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=40&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=175&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.52s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.384s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Agressive, Cast Sensor, Change Target/Chase, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Undead Attack Lv 3, Attacking - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Bash Lv 5, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Curse Attack Lv 3, Attacking - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 50s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Breath Lv 3, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, .5s Delay, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Breath Lv 4, Attack/Chase - When hit by Turn Undead @ Target, .5s Delay, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Critical Slash (Critical Hit), Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Guided Attack, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 8% Chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Idle - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Rotten Bandage 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Memento 67.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Yellow Herb 24.45%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Oridecon 6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Silver Ring 1.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Elunium 3.75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Earring .06%&lt;br /&gt;
*Glove [1] .09%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmare Ancient Mummy Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nightmarish Amon Ra===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nightmarish Amon Ra&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Demi-Human&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=96&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2058&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=3220&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nightmareamonra.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth 3&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=1,821,207&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=36&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=62&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=2,276,505&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=1,912,265&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=359,960&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=103&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=142&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=85&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=51&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=3&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=14&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=170&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.34s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.48s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Agressive, Detector, Boss&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Meteor Storm Lv 11 (Wide Meteor Storm), Attacking - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 50% Chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Meteor Storm Lv 11, Idle - When Targeted, or hit by Thunder Storm, Magnus Exorcismus, Meteor Storm, Fire Wall, Heal, Storm Gust @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Gravitation Field Lv 20, Any - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 20s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Fire Pillar Lv 11, Attacking - Always @ 5x5 Area Around Self, 0s Cast Time, 2s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Fire Pillar Lv 11, Idle - Always @ 5x5 Area Around Self, 0s Cast Time, 2s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Mental Breaker Lv 4, Any - When Targeted @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 75% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Mental Breaker Lv 4, Any - When close range attacked @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 75% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Blessing (Coma), Attacking - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 2s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Blood Drain, Idle/Attacking - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Idle - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Walk - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Summon Monster, Idle - When long range attacked or hit by Thunder Storm, Magnus Exorcismus, Meteor Storm, Fire Wall, Heal, Storm Gust @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Summon Monster, Attacking - When long range attacked, or Cast Targeted @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 75%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Dispel Lv 5, Any, @ Random Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 15% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Heaven's Drive Lv 5, Any, @ Random Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 15% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Quagmire Lv 1, Any, @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 15% chance&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 50%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Heal Lv 11, Idle @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 100% Chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Gravitation Field Lv 10, Any, @ 9x9 area around self, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Confuse Lv 10, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 20s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Curse Lv 10, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 20s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=&lt;br /&gt;
*Yggdrasil Berry 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Elunium 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Fragment of Rossata Stone 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Card Album 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Tablet [1] 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Sphinx Hat [1] 12%&lt;br /&gt;
*Sage's Diary[1] 6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nightmarish Amon Ra Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=*Yggdrasil Seed 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*3 Carat Diamond 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 100%&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Customized Monsters]] &lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Customized Area]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Flooded_Yggdrasil_Root</id>
		<title>Flooded Yggdrasil Root</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Flooded_Yggdrasil_Root"/>
				<updated>2017-07-18T20:57:07Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added categorization for this page.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;The flooded roots of Yggdrasil are a custom addition to Yggdrasil's Root/Nyddhoggur Dungeon. It was released on heRO on September 15th 2016.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==HeRO Lore==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Six months after Kushiel's defeat at the hands of Adelaide's troops and volunteers, his spirit was freed by Eudoxie and Ostellos. As the Golemancer's monstrous form was kept alive by Yggdrasil's power, however, he cannot leave to accomplish his goals, so he bides his time within the tree's roots, waiting for the time when he can finally finish what he started.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==How To Access==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At Yggdrasil Root F2 (nyd_dun02), near 73, 168, you will encounter a portal near a green root. Upon approaching it, you'll be prompted whether you want to go onward or not. Simply select &amp;quot;Proceed&amp;quot; to move on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Floodedyggdrasilrootentrance.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Maps==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==e_golem01==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note''': Each warp on the map below will take the player to the point of the same color. The light green dot marks the entrance of the map, while the light blue dot marks the entrance to the next floor.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:e_golem01.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==e_golem02==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:e_golem02.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Spawn Tables==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Flooded Yggdrasil Root (e_golem01)'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Ancient Tree - 15 (3 min + 0~1 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Bradium Golem - 15 (3 min + 0~1 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Phylla - 15 (3 min + 0~1 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rhyncho - 15 (3 min + 0~1 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rata - 1 (25 min + 0~30 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Aqua Elemental - 1 (25 min + 0~5 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rata - 1 (25 min + 0~5 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Flooded Yggdrasil Root (e_golem01), End of The Road'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dreamstone Golem - 1 (25 min + 0~5 min, at coordinates 130 261)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dreamstone Golem - 1 (25 min + 0~5 min, at coordinates 112 222)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dreamstone Crystal - 1 (30 min, at coordinates 50 245)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Edge of The Abyss (e_golem02)'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Kushiel''' - 1 (5 hours + 0~1 Hour, at coordinates 24 24)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Monster Info==&lt;br /&gt;
===Dreamstone Golem===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Dreamstone Golem&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=95&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2000&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=5000&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Dreamstonegolem.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Ghost 1&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=250,000&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=60&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=60&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=700,000&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=720,000&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=45&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=145&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=185&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=14&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=185&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.8s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.35s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Aggressive, Assist, Cast Sensor, Boss, Detector, Change Target/Chase, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills='''Always'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Holy Attack Lv 1, Attack/Chase - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Soul Breaker Lv 1, Chase - Always @ Target, 1s Cast Time, 15s Delay, 15% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Bowling Bash Lv 5, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Spirit Destruction Lv 4, Any - When Cast Targetted @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Heaven's Drive Lv 5, Chase - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Meteor Assault Lv 3, Attacking - HP Between 100~25% @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 75%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Silence Lv 5, Any @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Dispel Lv 5, Any @ Random Target, 1s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 15% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 50%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Power Up Lv 1, Any @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Vampire Gift Lv 2, Any @ Self, 2s Cast Time, 15s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Endure, Any @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 15s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 25%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Earthquake Lv 2, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 15s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Pulse Strike Lv 2, Any @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 20s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Meteor Assault Lv 10, Attacking @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 5% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Stone Heart 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Bradium 90%&lt;br /&gt;
*Refined Bradium 60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Iron Ore 60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Elunium 60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Dreamstone 12%&lt;br /&gt;
*Bradium Earring .09%&lt;br /&gt;
*Bradium Brooch .09%&lt;br /&gt;
*Bradium Brooch .09%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Dreamstone Crystal===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Dreamstone Crystal&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=90&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=3000&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=5000&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Dreamstone.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Ghost 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=500,000&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=1,000,000&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=1,000,000&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=40&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=75&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=75&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=500&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.25s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.5s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Immobile, Aggressive, Cast Sensor, Boss, Detector, Change Target/Chase, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills='''Always'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Vampire Gift Lv 7, Any - Always @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Bleeding Lv 10, Any - Always @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 20s Delay, 25% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Curse Lv 10, Any - Always @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Silence Lv 10, Any - Always @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Stun Lv 10, Any - Always @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 15s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 75%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Pulse Strike Lv 5, Any @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 50%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Wall of Fog, Any @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 25% chance&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 25%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Slow Grace Lv 10, Any @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 8s Delay, 25% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Adaptation to Circumstances, Any - After using Slow Grace @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Dispell Lv 5, Any @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 1s Delay, 25% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Light Granule 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Crystal of Darkness 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Elunium 75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dreamstone 12%&lt;br /&gt;
*Emperium 1.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Card Album .30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Damp Card Album .30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Enriched Ore .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Kushiel===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Kushiel&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Angel&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=90&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=3000&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=7000&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Kushiel.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Ghost 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=2,500,000&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=45&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=40&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=5,000,000&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=5,000,000&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=500,000&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=75&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=150&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=2&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=140&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=.64s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=.45s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move/Attack, Aggressive, Cast Sensor, Boss, Detector, Change Target/Chase, Change Target Melee/Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills='''Always'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Attack Lv 1 - Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Holy Attack Lv 1 - Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Splash Attack - Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Ganbantein Lv 5 - Attacking @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 8% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Chase - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 1s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Idle - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 1s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Between 100% and 80%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Palm Push Strike, Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Napalm Vulcan Lv 10, Any @ Random Target, .75s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Heaven's Drive Lv 5, Any @ Random Target, .75s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Soul Strike Lv 20, Any @ Random Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Curse Attack Lv 2, Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Curse Lv 10, Any @ Self, .75s Cast Time, 30s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Between 80% and 60%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Fire Formation Lv 3, Any @ Random Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Bleeding Lv 2, Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Bleeding Lv 10, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 15s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Magnum Break Lv 5, Attacking @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Fire Pillar Lv 10, Any @ 9x9 Area Around Self, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 15% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Meteor Storm Lv 10, Any @ Random Target, .75s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Between 60% and 40%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Thunderstorm Lv 10, Any @ 7x7 area around target, .75s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*North Wind Lv 7, Any @ Random Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Slow Cast Lv 3, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 30s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Tornado Kick Lv 3, Attacking @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Lord of Vermillion Lv 10, Any @ Random Target, 1s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Between 40 and 20%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Cold Bolt Lv 5, Any @ Random Target, .25s Cast Time, 1s Delay, 15% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Ice Meteor Lv 5, Attacking @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Spirit Destruction Lv 2, Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Silence Attack Lv 2, Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 15% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Silence Lv 10, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Storm Gust Lv 5, Any @ Random Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
'''HP Below 20%'''&lt;br /&gt;
*Critical Wound Lv 3, Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Blessing, Attack/Chase @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Earthquake Lv 5, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 15s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Hell Judgement Lv 2, Any @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Spirit Destruction Lv 2, Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Vampire Gift Lv 6, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 20s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Palm Push Strike, Attack/Chase @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Napalm Vulcan Lv 10, Any @ Random Target, .75s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Heaven's Drive Lv 10, Any @ Random Target, .75s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Meteor Storm Lv 11, Any @ Self, .75s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Magnum Break Lv 5, Attacking @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Bleeding Lv 10, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 15s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Lord of Vermillion Lv 10, Any @ Random Target, 1s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Tornado Kick Lv 3, Attacking @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Slow Cast Lv 3, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 30s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Storm Gust Lv 5, Any @ Random Target, 1s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Silence Lv 10, Any @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Old Card Album 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Mystic Rune 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Elunium 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Crescent Scythe [1] 90%&lt;br /&gt;
*Ring of Angel's Whisper 18%&lt;br /&gt;
*Staff of Light 45%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dreamstone Charm 18%&lt;br /&gt;
*Aztoe Nail 15%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=*Yggdrasil Berry 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Bradium 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Big Magic Defense Potion 10 Box 100%&lt;br /&gt;
|Location=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Customized Monsters]] &lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Customized Area]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Root_of_Yggdrasil</id>
		<title>Root of Yggdrasil</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Root_of_Yggdrasil"/>
				<updated>2017-07-18T20:54:10Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Removed the party requirement stated in paragraph 1. It no longer applies&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;The Root of Yggdrasil (Nidhogg Dungeon) is fully customized in the fact that it is not an instance dungeon. No teleport or fly wing is allowed in all floors of the dungeon. It is located in Splendide 1 map, along the east side from the entrance to the map. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Please note that all information presented below may not necessarily reflect the current version of Nidhogg's nest used by heRO at the moment, but they should be fairly accurate with only minor changes compare to the current in-game version.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
To see the info for the custom extension to this dungeon, the Flooded Roots of Yggdrasil, click [[Flooded Yggdrasil Root|here]].&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Spawn Tables==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Nidhogg's Dungeon Lv 1'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Draco Egg - 20 (instant)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Draco - 35 (instant)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php?title=Splendide_Field#Dark_Pinguicula Dark Pinguicula] - 20 (instant)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Ancient Tree - 10 (10 min +/- 30 sec)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rata - 1 (fixed location 211,146, spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rata - 1 (fixed location 92,128, spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Nidhogg's Dungeon Lv 2'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Ancient Tree - 15 (instant)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dark Shadow - 10 (10 min +/- 1 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rhyncho - 6 (10 min +/- 30 sec)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Phylla - 12 (10 min +/- 30 sec)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Duneyrr - 1 (fixed location 84,183, spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Duneyrr - 1 (fixed location 200,230, spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Nidhogg's Nest Lv 1 (coordinate zone 38,54 to 348,144)'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php?title=Splendide_Field#Dark_Pinguicula Dark Pinguicula] - 15 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Draco - 15 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Ancient Tree - 15 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php?title=Manuk_Field#Bradium_Golem Bradium Golem] - 15 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dark Shadow - 15 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rata - 1 (spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Duneyrr - 1 (spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Nidhogg's Nest Lv 1 (coordinate zone 62,246 to 232,306)'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rhyncho - 25 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Phylla - 25 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Ancient Tree - 15 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php?title=Manuk_Field#Bradium_Golem Bradium Golem] - 15 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dark Shadow - 15 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Aqua Elemental - 1 (spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Duneyrr - 1 (spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Nidhogg's Nest Lv 1 (coordinate zone 152,291 to 222,306)'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rhyncho - 3 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Phylla - 3 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Aqua Elemental - 2 (spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Nidhogg's Nest Lv 2- Labyrinth Section'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php?title=Splendide_Field#Dark_Pinguicula Dark Pinguicula] - 50 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Draco - 50 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rhyncho - 50 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Phylla - 50 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Ancient Tree - 40 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php?title=Manuk_Field#Bradium_Golem Bradium Golem] - 40 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dark Shadow - 50 (5 min +/- 2 min)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rata - 1 (spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Aqua Elemental - 1 (spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Duneyrr - 1 (spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Rata - 1 (fixed location 199,178, spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Aqua Elemental - 1 (fixed location 199,178, spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Duneyrr - 1 (fixed location 199,178, spawn time unknown)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Nidhogg's Nest Lv 2- Nidhoggur's Altar'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Nidhoggur's Shadow - 1 (fixed location 198,326, 10 Hours + 0~8 hours and 20 minutes)&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Flooded Yggdrasil Root'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;See [[Flooded Yggdrasil Root|Here]] for more info.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Monsters==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Draco Egg===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Draco Egg&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Dragon&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=77&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=2&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Draco_Egg.gif‎&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth (Lv:4)&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=39822&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=60&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=60&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=26420&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=54465&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=1000&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=cannot attack&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0.01s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=Metamorphosis (Draco), Wide Bleeding&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Piece of Egg Shell 100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Egg Shell  30.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Rainbow Eggshell  0.90%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rainbow Coloured Shell  0.15% &lt;br /&gt;
*Anodyne  3.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Pet Incubator  15.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Yellow Herb  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*White Herb  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Elunium  51.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Draco Egg Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes=}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Draco===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Draco&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Dragon&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=89&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2910&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=3310&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Draco.gif‎ &lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth (Lv:1)&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=48300&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=34&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=34&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=101875&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=165060&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=80&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=46&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=58&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=41&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=80&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=23&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=150&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=0.69s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0.256s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Can Move, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=Crimson Fire Formation, Fire Breath, Dispell, Heaven's Drive, Recovery&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Dragon Canine 100.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Scale 100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Tail 100.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Skin 100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Honey 60.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon's Breath[1] 0.30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Vest[1] 0.30% &lt;br /&gt;
*Aloevera 15.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Spike 0.60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Draco Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Ancient Tree===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Ancient Tree&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Plant&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=93&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=27720&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=3940&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Ancient_Tree.gif‎&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth (Lv:3)&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=50030&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=55&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=43&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=120100&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=220210&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=80&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=32&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=26&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=109&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=220&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=0.8s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0.34s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Can Move, Aggressive, Boss, Cast Sensor, Detector, Change Target, Change Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=Stun Attack, Eswoo, Full Heal, Assumptio&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Strong Vine  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Withered Branch Staff[1]  0.30% &lt;br /&gt;
*Life Tree Wooden Shoes  0.09%&lt;br /&gt;
*Ordinary Branch  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Log  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Bradium Ring[1]  0.30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Level 5 Earth Spike  9.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Wooden Heart  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Wooden Mail[1]  4.50%&lt;br /&gt;
*Ancient Tree Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Rhyncho===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Rhyncho&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=87&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2750&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=2950&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Rhyncho.gif‎&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Water (Lv:3)&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=38900&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=25&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=59&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Small&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=78900&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=145480&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=76&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=22&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=86&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=109&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=140&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=0.61s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0.3s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Can Move, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=Wall of Fog, Stun Attack, Triple Attack, Dispell, Falling Ice Pillar&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Fluorescent Liquid  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Spirit Of Decision  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Iceicle Fist[3]  0.30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Karvodailnirol  3.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Bradium Brooch[1]  0.12% &lt;br /&gt;
*Ninja Suit  0.60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Crystal Tears  3.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Tidal Shoes[1]  0.09% &lt;br /&gt;
*Murasame[2]  0.60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rhyncho Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Phylla===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Phylla&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=92&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2350&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=2900&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Phylla.gif‎&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=33880&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=23&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=62&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=78900&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=145480&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=76&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=86&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=109&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=9&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=150&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=1s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0.48s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Can Move, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=Wall of Fog, Dispell&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Fluorescent Liquid  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Tights[1]  0.45% &lt;br /&gt;
*Crystal Spirit  100.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Blue Herb  75.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Tidal Shoes[1]  0.09% &lt;br /&gt;
*Crystal Tears  3.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Level 5 Frost Diver  6.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Minstrel Bow[1]  0.30% &lt;br /&gt;
*Bradium Earing[1]  0.09%&lt;br /&gt;
*Phylla Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Dark Shadow===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Dark Shadow&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=92&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2539&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=3400&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Dark_Shadow.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Dark (Lv:4)&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=42900&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=35&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=44&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Small&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=161990&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=138605&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=90&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=76&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=40&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=75&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=109&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=150&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=0.75s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0.38s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Can Move, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=Grimtooth, Soul Strike of Darkness, Demonstration&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Bomb Wick 3.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Piece of Black Cloth 100.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Skull Ring 6.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Acid Bottle 2.25%&lt;br /&gt;
*Fire Bottle 2.25%&lt;br /&gt;
*Bradium Stone Hammer [2] 0.30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Crystal Fragment 100.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Live Coal 100.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dagger of Hunter [3] 0.15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Shadow Card 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Rata===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Rata&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Demihuman&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=101&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2566&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=2999&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Rata.gif‎&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth 1&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=216660&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=42&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=450060&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=1549500&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=190&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=32&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=64&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=170&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=77&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=120&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=0.345s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0.2s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Can Move, Aggressive, Boss, Cast Sensor, Detector, Change Traget, Change Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Earth Attack Lv 7, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Body Relocation, Chase - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 4s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Triple Attack Lv 5, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Chain Combo Lv 3, Attacking - After Triple Attack @ Target, .1s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 90% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Combo Finish Lv 3, Attacking - After Chain Combo @ Target, .1s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 70% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Tiger Knuckle Fist Lv 5, Attacking - After Combo Finish @ Target, .1s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 60% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Chain Crush Lv 7, Attacking - After Tiger Fist @ Target, .1s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 50% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Slow Cast Lv 5, When dead - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 30s Delay&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Acorn 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Kaiser Knuckle[0] 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Seed of Life 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Gaunlet of Hit[0] 6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Veteran Hammer[2] 3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Barrage Fist[4] 6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Piece of Darkness 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Fluff 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rata 0.03% &lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Aqua Elemental/Undine===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Aqua Elemental/Undine&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=103&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=400&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=1600&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Aqua_Elemental.gif‎&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Water (Lv:4)&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=183229&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=15&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=56&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=412595&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=1699500&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=56&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=170&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=109&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=14&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=150&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=1s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0.2s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Can Move, Aggressive, Boss, Cast Sensor, Detector, Change Target, Change Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Blessing Lv 30, Any - HP Below 50% @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 20s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Blessing Lv 25, Any - Friend HP Below 90% @ Friend, .5s Cast Time, 6s Delay, 30% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Heal Lv 11, Any - Friend HP Below 99% @ Friend, 1s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Pneuma, Any - Long Range Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 6s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport, Idle - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 0s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Cold Bolt Lv 6, Any - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 3s Delay, 30% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Cold Bolt Lv 10, Any - Always @ Target, .3s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 30% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Cold Bolt Lv 10, Any - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Cold Bolt Lv 10, Any - After using Deluge @ Random Target, .3s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 30% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Frost Diver Lv 20, Chase - Always @ Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 30% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Magic Mirror Lv 5, Any - HP Below 80% @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 30s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Sleep Attack Lv 10, Attacking - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 4s Delay, 30% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Silence Lv 5, Dead - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 30s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Deluge Lv 5, Attacking - Always @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 4s Delay, 100% Chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Dispel Lv 5, Any - Always @ Target, 1s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Frost Nova Lv 10, Attacking - Always @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 30% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Storm Gust Lv 2, Attacking - HP Below 70% @ Random Target, 1s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 30% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Storm Gust Lv 8, Any - HP Below 40% @ Target, 1.5s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 50% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Fluorescent Liquid  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Holy Robe  6.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Robe of Cast  6.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Morning Dew of Yggdrasil  60.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Crystal Tears  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Holy Water  100.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Waterdrop Brooch[1]  3.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Crystal Blue  100.00% &lt;br /&gt;
*Blue Gemstone  100.00%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Card Album  0.30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Aqua Elemental Card 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= Magic Mirror Lv 5 Reflects magic at a 100% rate. }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Duneyrr===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Duneyrr&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Demihuman&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=109&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=5666&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=7200&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Dunyrr.gif‎&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Undead 3&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=305100&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=59&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=39&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=815150&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=2288250&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=110&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=45&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=57&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=130&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=125&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=13&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=140&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=0.62s/atk&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0.2s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Can Move, Aggressive, Boss, Cast Sensor, Detector, Change Traget, Change Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=*Thunderstorm Lv 20, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 15% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Thunderstorm Lv 20, Any - After using Thunderstorm @ 9x9 area around Target, 0s Cast Time, 4s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Heal Lv 11, Any - Friend HP Below 99% @ Friend, 1s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Two Hand Quicken Lv 10, Any - HP Below 50% @ Self, .5s Cast Time, 2m Delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Jupitel Thunder Lv 18, Any - Always @ Random Target, .5s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Sonic Blow lv 7, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 6s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Blind Attack Lv 10, Any - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Curse Attack Lv 10, Any - Always @ Target, .8s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Defender Lv 3, Any - HP Below 40% @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 2m Delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Strike Lv 12, Attack/Chase - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Undead Attack Lv 8, Attacking - Always @ Target 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Change Undead, Any - Always @ Random Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Spiderweb Lv 3, Attacking - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 20% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Spiderweb Lv 3, Idle - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 30% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Hell Judgement Lv 1, Attacking - Always @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 18s Delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Hell Judgement Lv 1, Chase - Always @ Self, 1s Cast Time, 10s Delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Hell Judgement Lv 4, Any - HP Below 40% @ Self, 2s Cast Time, 18s Delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Silence Lv 5, Any - HP Below 20% @ Self, 0s Cast Time, 30s Delay, 100% chance&lt;br /&gt;
*Critical Wound Lv 3, Any - Always @ Target, 0s Cast Time, 5s Delay, 10% chance&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Antlers[0] 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Carrot 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Katzbalger[0] 6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Bone Helm[0] 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Piece of Darkness 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Manteau[1] 3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Veteran Sword[1] 3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Veteran Axe[2] 6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Duneyrr Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==MVP==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nidhoggur's Shadow===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Nidhoggur's Shadow&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Dragon&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=145&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=15828&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=20499&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Nidhog.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Shadow 4 (Initially)&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=6650000&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=40&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=60&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=169900000&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=145078200&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=4156000&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=130&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=80&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=62&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=170&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=150&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=70&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=2&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=120&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=0.47s/hit&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Can Move, Aggressive, Boss, Cast Sensor, Detector, Change Target, Change Chase&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=See special section below&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Old Card Album 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Red Scale 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Bone Plate[1] 60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Manteau[1] 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Proxy Skin Manteau[1] 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Katzbalger 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Royal Gold Bullion 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Cardo[1] 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Legacy of Dragon 100% &lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=*Dragon Slayer 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Wing 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Killer 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Niddhoggur Shadow Card .03%&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As Nidhoggur's Shadow's HP decreases, his entire AI along with his slaves' AI will completely change using totally new set of attacks. Warm Wind of the corresponding element is used to inform players about the change in form. Skill section is divided into various sections at your convenience.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Nidhoggur's Shadow Skills (Initial Form)'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Nidhoggur's Shadow will be in Shadow 4 for element. This occurs at HP interval 100% to 86%. With the exception of the Dark Breath and Darkness Jupitel attack, Nidhoggur's Shadow can use all attacks from its Initial Form throughout the entire battle.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport lv 1, Any - Rude Attacked @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 0 sec cast delay, 100% chance, interruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport lv 1, Any - Hit by Ankle Snare @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 0 sec cast delay, 10% chance, interruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport lv 1, Any - Hit by Spider Web @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 0 sec cast delay, 12% chance, interruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Critical Slash lv 1, Attack @ Target, 0 sec cast time, 4 sec cast delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Fear lv 5, Any @ Target, 0 sec cast time, 15 sec cast delay, 30% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Summon Slave lv 5, Any - 3 or less Dark Shadow (Slave) @ Self, 1 sec cast time, 14 sec cast delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Breath lv 10, Attack @ Target, 1 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Darkness Jupitel lv 10, Attack @ Target, 0 sec cast time, 6 sec cast delay, 15% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Nidhoggur's Shadow Skills (Agility Form)'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Nidhoggur's Shadow will be in Wind 4 for element. This occurs at HP interval 85% to 64%.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Aura of Wind: Nidhoggur's Shadow and Dark Shadow will have their Agi increased by 40.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Whirlwind lv 5, Attack @ Self, 0.8 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Two Hand Quicken lv 10, Any @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 30 sec cast delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Lightning Crash lv 20, Attack @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 6 sec cast delay, 100% chance, interruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Thunder Breath lv 10, Attack @ Target, 1 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Lord of Vermillion lv 20, Attack @ Target, 1 sec cast time, 6 sec cast delay, 15% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Nidhoggur's Shadow Skills (Strength Form)'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Nidhoggur's Shadow will be in Fire 4 for element. This occurs at HP interval 64% to 43%.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Aura of Fire: Nidhoggur's Shadow and Dark Shadow will have their Atk increased by 500.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Volcano lv 5, Attack @ Target, 0 sec cast time, 7 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Desperado lv 7, Attack @ Self, 1 sec cast time, 6 sec cast delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Fire Breath lv 10, Attack @ Target, 1 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Power Up lv 5, Any @ Target, 0 sec cast time, 30 sec cast delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Meteor Storm lv 11, Attack @ Target, 0 sec cast time, 5 sec cast delay, 30% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Nidhoggur's Shadow Skills (Intelligence Form)'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Nidhoggur's Shadow will be in Water 4 for element. This occurs at HP interval 100% to .&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Aura of Water: Nidhoggur's Shadow and Dark Shadow will have their Int increased by 40.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Deluge lv 5, Attack @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Ice Breath lv 10, Attack @ Target, 1 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Wall of Fog lv 1, Any @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 20 sec cast delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Storm Gust lv 10, Attack @ Target, 0.5 sec cast time, 6 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Waterball lv 10, Any @ Target, 1 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Nidhoggur's Shadow Skills (Legend Form)'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Nidhoggur's Shadow will be in Holy 4 for element. This occurs at HP interval 21% to 0%.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Aura of Legend: Nidhoggur's Shadow and Dark Shadow will randomly cast Assumptio on Nidhoggur's Shadow throughout the battle at random interval. In addition, apply Aura of Wind, Aura of Fire, and Aura of Water's effect on Nidhoggur's Shadow and Dark Shadow.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Two Hand Quicken lv 10, Any @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 30 sec cast delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Enchant Deadly Poison lv 4, Any @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 20 sec cast delay, 20% chance, interruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Grand Cross lv 10, Attack @ Self, 1 sec cast time, 7 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Holy Cross lv 10, Attack @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 4 sec cast delay, 20% chance, interruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Earthquake lv 5, Any @ Target, 2 sec cast time, 20 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
*Pulse Strike lv 10, Attack @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
===Dark Shadow (Slave)===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Dark Shadow (Slave)&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=92&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2939&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=3900&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Dark_Shadow.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Shadow 4&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=62900&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=35&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=44&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Small&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp%=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=90&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=76&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=40&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=75&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=109&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=150&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=0.75s/hit&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=0.38s&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Attack, Can Move, Aggressive, Boss&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=See Special section below&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=None &lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=None&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= Summoned as slaves by Nidhoggur's Shadow.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As Nidhoggur's Shadow's HP decreases, Dark Shadow (slave) will learn new attacks or use skills at higher level/frequency to support Nidhoggur's Shadow. Skill section is divided into various sections at your convenience.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Dark Shadow (Slave) Initial Skills'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dark Shadow will use all of these following skills throughout the entire battle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*Heal lv 11, Idle @ Master, 0 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Heal lv 10, Attack @ Master, 0.5 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Demonstration lv 5, Any @ Self 5x5 Area, 0.5 sec cast time, 26 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Grimtooth lv 10, Any -Counterattack against Range @ Target, 0 sec cast time, 0.9 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Blood Drain lv 1, Attack @ Random Target, 0 sec cast time, 4 sec cast delay, 25% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Breath lv 3, Attack @ Random Target, 2 sec cast time, 12 sec cast delay, 10% chance, interruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Soul Strike of Darkness lv 10, Any @ Random Target, 0.5 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Wide Curse lv 5, Death @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 0 sec cast delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Dark Shadow (Slave) -Aura of Wind Influence'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dark Shadow will learn these following skills for the entire battle until Nidhoggur's Shadow heals up enough to return to the Initial Form.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Dispel lv 5, Any @ Random Target, 0 sec cast time, 40 sec cast delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Break Helm lv 10, Attack @ Target, 0 sec cast time, 20 sec cast delay, 10% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Dark Shadow (Slave) -Aura of Fire Influence'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dark Shadow will use the following skill when the Aura of Fire is in effect.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Power Up lv 5, Any @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 60 sec cast delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Dark Shadow (Slave) -Aura of Water Influence'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Dark Shadow will learn these following skills for the entire battle until Nidhoggur's Shadow heals up enough to return to the Strength Form.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Break Shield lv 10, Attack @ Target, 0 sec cast time, 20 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Mind Breaker lv 5, Any @ Random Target, 1 sec cast time, 20 sec cast delay, 10@ chance, uninterruptable&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;'''Dark Shadow (Slave) -Aura of Legend Influence'''&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Break Frequency Up- Cast Delay of using Break Shield, Break Helm is halved&lt;br /&gt;
*Regeneration- For each Dark Shadow under the influence of Aura of Legend, Nidhoggur regenerates 2000 HP every 5 seconds.&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
*Power Up lv 5, Any @ Self, 0 sec cast time, 60 sec cast delay, 100% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Pneuma lv 1, Attack @ Master, 0 sec cast time, 8 sec cast delay, 20% chance, uninterruptable &lt;br /&gt;
*Gloria Domini lv 3, Attack @ Random Target, 1 sec cast time, 10 sec cast delay, 10% chance, interruptable&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Customized Monsters]] &lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Customized Area]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
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		<title>Hero's Tear (Aldebaran Guild Dungeon F2)</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added slot to Alchemy Glove item drop from Gioia&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;==Map==&lt;br /&gt;
To be added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Spawn Table==&lt;br /&gt;
To be added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Monster Info==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Armor Bug===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Armor Bug&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Insect&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=66&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=400&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=685&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=80&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=108&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Armorbug.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=3750&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth 1&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=16582&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=60&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=38&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Small&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=34818&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=24870&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=28&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=56&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=44&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=70&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=3&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=2&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=94&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=114&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=136&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=211&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Passive, Assist&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Solid Shell 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Sticky Mucus 75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Yellow Herb 24%&lt;br /&gt;
*Insect Leg 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Elunium 3%&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Modified Official Armors#Silver Guard .5B1.5D|Silver Guard[1] ]] 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Thief Bug Card 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Azure Deleter===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Azure Deleter&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Dragon&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=68&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=646&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=793&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=84&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=129&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Deleter2.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=3751&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=21890&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=44&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=38&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=39402&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=31650&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=23&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=36&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=19&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=48&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=78&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=2&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=104&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=124&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=146&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=221&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Dragon Canine 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Skin 45%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Tail 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Scale 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Blue Herb 1.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Shining Stone 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Earth Deleter Card 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Viridian Deleter===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Viridian Deleter&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Dragon&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=69&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=546&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=733&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=84&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=129&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=DeleterSky2.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=3752&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Wind 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=23360&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=47&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=35&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=24048&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=33636&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=23&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=56&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=19&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=48&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=79&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=125&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=145&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=148&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=223&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Dragon Canine 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Skin 45%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Tail 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Scale 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*White Herb 7.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Panacea 1.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Sky Deleter Card 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Golden Dragonfly===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Golden Dragonfly&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Insect&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=68&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=566&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=866&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=148&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=236&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=GoldenDragonfly.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=3753&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Wind 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=14551&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=29&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=17&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=27936&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=18330&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=11&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=46&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=8&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=67&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=52&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=9&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=114&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=134&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=120&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=195&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Wing of Dragonfly 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Solid Shell 75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Round Shell 45%&lt;br /&gt;
*Fly Wing 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Fancy Flower 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Modified Official Armors#Feathered Ring .5B1.5D|Feathered Ring[1] ]] 0.15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dragon Tail Card 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Elvira===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Elvira&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=75&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=725&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=1550&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=296&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=500&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Elvira.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=2252&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Wind 3&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=76330&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Small&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=164868&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=155712&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=7&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=21&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=31&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=82&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=14&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=3&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=96&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=116&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=157&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=232&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive, Mini-Boss&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Cyfar 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Wind 6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Wind of Verdure 3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Brooch[1] 0.9%&lt;br /&gt;
*Windhawk 0.45%&lt;br /&gt;
*Ring of Wind 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Modified Official Cards#Elvira Card|Elvira Card]] 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Boss==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Gioia===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Gioia&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Formless&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=73&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2402&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=3006&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=409&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=696&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Gioia.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=2251&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Wind 4&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=647989&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=32&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=21&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=933102&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=816462&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=60000&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=18&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=26&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=120&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=109&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=47&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=2&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=93&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=113&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=182&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=257&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive, Boss&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Ruby 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Elunium 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Young Twig 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Alchemy Glove[1] 12%&lt;br /&gt;
*Zephyrus[3] 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Wing Staff 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Katar of Piercing Wind 9%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nini's Hatred 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Modified Official Cards#Gioia Card| Gioia Card]] 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=*Old Purple Box 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Elunium 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 100%&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Modified Official Dungeons]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Wind_of_Beginning_(Payon_Guild_Dungeon_F2)</id>
		<title>Wind of Beginning (Payon Guild Dungeon F2)</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Wind_of_Beginning_(Payon_Guild_Dungeon_F2)"/>
				<updated>2017-06-20T02:42:58Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Updated Jade Soldier, drops Greaves[1] and not unslotted ones.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;==Map==&lt;br /&gt;
To be added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Spawn Table==&lt;br /&gt;
To be added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Monster Info==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Jade Guard===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Jade Guard&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=3754&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Jadesoldier.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=66&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=14670&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=38&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=31&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=75&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=3&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=688&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=880&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=47&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=67&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Demi-Human&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth 1&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=24&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=78&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=98&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=141&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=216&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=30804&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=26406&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=2&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Destroyed Armor 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Yam 45%&lt;br /&gt;
*Green Herb 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Authoritative Badge 7.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Anodyne 1.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Modified Official Gear#Payon Danchang .5B1.5D|Payon Danchang[1] ]] 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Greaves[1] 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Scarlet Guard===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Scarlet Guard&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=3755&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Scarletsoldier.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=66&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=17542&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=47&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=21&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=15&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=23&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=88&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=6&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=740&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=925&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=32&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=39&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Demi-Human&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Fire 1&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=25&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=87&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=107&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=154&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=229&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=36834&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=31572&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=2&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Destroyed Armor 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Yam 60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Red Herb 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Authoritative Badge 4.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Steel 1.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Modified Official Gear#Payon Danchang .5B1.5D|Payon Danchang[1] ]] 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Red Bandana 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Greaves[1] 0.45%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Wanderess===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Wanderess&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=3756&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Wanderess.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=72&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=31660&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=76&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=60&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=20&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=100&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=95&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=33&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=850&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=1270&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=296&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=500&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Demi-Human&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Wind 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=15&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=132&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=152&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=167&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=242&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=66486&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=74984&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Black Hair 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Broken Liquor Jar 60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Yggdrasil Leaf 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Masamune 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Speed Potion 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Wanderer's Sakkat[1] 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Muramasa 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Card Album 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
*Wanderess Card 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Warg===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Warg&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=3757&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Warg.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=70&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=24480&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=68&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=50&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=52&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=30&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=65&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=68&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=800&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=1190&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=46&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=66&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Beast&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=25&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=10&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=120&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=140&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=135&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=210&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=48468&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=36720&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=1&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Wolf Claw 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Animal Skin 75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Meat 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Monster Feed 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Elunium 7.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Monster Juice 0.6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Well-Dried Bone 0.6%&lt;br /&gt;
*Wandering Wolf Helm[1] 0.3%&lt;br /&gt;
*Wolf Card 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Samurai Soheon===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=Samurai Soheon&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=2254&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Soheon.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=75&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=79215&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=88&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=64&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=18&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=126&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=96&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=72&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=1145&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=1595&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=450&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=751&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Demi-Human&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Medium&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Wind 2&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=31&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=27&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=139&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=159&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=171&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=246&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=244836&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=201984&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=0&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=2&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive, Mini-Boss&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Black Hair 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Transparent Celestial Robe 60%&lt;br /&gt;
*Skirt of Virgin 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Mastela Fruit 7.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Silver Knife of Chastity 1.5%&lt;br /&gt;
*Hakujin [1] 0.9%&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Modified Official Armors#Golden Bell .5B1.5D|Golden Bell[1] ]] 0.75%&lt;br /&gt;
*Assassin Dagger[1] 0.45%&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Modified Official Cards#Armed Guard Soheon Card|Armed Guard Soheon Card]] 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Boss==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===General Daehyon===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Monster&lt;br /&gt;
|Name=General Daehyon&lt;br /&gt;
|Id=2253&lt;br /&gt;
|Sprite=Daehyon.gif&lt;br /&gt;
|Level=78&lt;br /&gt;
|Hp=810148&lt;br /&gt;
|Str=96&lt;br /&gt;
|Agi=53&lt;br /&gt;
|Vit=54&lt;br /&gt;
|Int=90&lt;br /&gt;
|Dex=117&lt;br /&gt;
|Luk=88&lt;br /&gt;
|Minatk=2710&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxatk=4520&lt;br /&gt;
|Minmatk=234&lt;br /&gt;
|Maxmatk=414&lt;br /&gt;
|Race=Demi-Human&lt;br /&gt;
|Size=Large&lt;br /&gt;
|Element=Earth 3&lt;br /&gt;
|Def=42&lt;br /&gt;
|Mdef=23&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee=131&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit100=151&lt;br /&gt;
|Hit=195&lt;br /&gt;
|Flee95=270&lt;br /&gt;
|Exp=1166610&lt;br /&gt;
|Jexp=874956&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpexp=90000&lt;br /&gt;
|Atkrange=2&lt;br /&gt;
|Spellrange=12&lt;br /&gt;
|Sightrange=16&lt;br /&gt;
|Speed=&lt;br /&gt;
|Aspd=&lt;br /&gt;
|Stunlockdelay=&lt;br /&gt;
|Mode=Can Move, Can Attack, Aggressive, Boss&lt;br /&gt;
|Skills=&lt;br /&gt;
|Drops=*Tassel 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Berdysz[2] 30%&lt;br /&gt;
*Elunium 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Hilt 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Seismic Fist[3] 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*Gae Bolg[2] 9%&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Modified Official Gear#Holy Saber .5B1.5D|Holy Saber[1] ]] 12%&lt;br /&gt;
*Earth Shaker 15%&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Modified Official Cards#General Daehyon Card|General Daehyon Card]] 0.03%&lt;br /&gt;
|Mvpdrops=*Elunium 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Purple Box 100%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon 100%&lt;br /&gt;
|Notes= }}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Modified Official Dungeons]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Custom_Cards</id>
		<title>Custom Cards</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Custom_Cards"/>
				<updated>2017-06-19T00:38:55Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added % to the Ninja HP Bonus on Lovering Card&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;__TOC__&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==MvP Cards==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Besmal Card===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Besmal Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10972&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Unholy&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ShAvEnZ&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Besmal_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= &lt;br /&gt;
Increase resistance to Holy, Shadow, Ghost, Undead and Poison Property attacks by 10%.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Fafnir Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Fafnir Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10190&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= of the Legendary Dragon&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Morigale&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Fafnir_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= &lt;br /&gt;
Increase resistance to Fire, Water, Wind and Earth Property attacks by 10%.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===God Poring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= God Poring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10191&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Super Poring&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= To Be Added&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Godporingcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Footgear&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increase Maximum HP and SP by 10%.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[&amp;lt;span style=&amp;quot;color:green;&amp;quot;&amp;gt;+Poring Card&amp;lt;/span&amp;gt;] &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
ATK +20&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Perfect Dodge +3&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
ASPD +3%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[&amp;lt;span style=&amp;quot;color:green;&amp;quot;&amp;gt;+Drops Card&amp;lt;/span&amp;gt;] &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Decrease Cast Time by 5%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
MATK +5%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
HP Recovery Rate +10%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[&amp;lt;span style=&amp;quot;color:green;&amp;quot;&amp;gt;+Poporing Card&amp;lt;/span&amp;gt;] &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Decrease SP Cost of skills by 5%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Healing Efficiency +5%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
SP Recovery Rate +10%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[&amp;lt;span style=&amp;quot;color:green;&amp;quot;&amp;gt;+Marin Card&amp;lt;/span&amp;gt;] &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Critical Rate +5&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Critical Damage +5%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Flee +5&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Gopinich Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Gopinich Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8810&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Draconic&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ????&lt;br /&gt;
|image= gopinichcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increase critical rate by 10%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase damage with critical attacks by 1% per refine.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Harthoon Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Harthoon Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10971&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= of Inhumane Casting&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= .Yoko.&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Harthoon_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Headgear&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= &lt;br /&gt;
Reduce casting time by 2% per refine&lt;br /&gt;
Increase SP consumption cost by 3% per refine}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Hanz Von Abendroth Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Hanz Von Abendroth Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10974&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Convenient Meatshield&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Footgear&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Add a 40% chance of auto casting Level 1 Pneuma on the user when the user receives Damage.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Surtur Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Surtur Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10058&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= of Might&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Story Teller&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Surtur_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Armor&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=&lt;br /&gt;
STR +1 per refine&lt;br /&gt;
HIT + 2 per refine.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Hollow Poring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Hollow Poring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10197&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Vivid&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= KeiHikari&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Hollow_Poring_Card.png‎&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Maximum HP + 1000&lt;br /&gt;
Maximum SP + 100}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Levia Lusca Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Levia Lusca Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10052&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Tentacular&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= KeiHikari&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Levia_Lusca_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Footgear&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=&lt;br /&gt;
Maximum HP + 15%&lt;br /&gt;
Add a 2% chance of auto casting Level 2 Bio Cannibalize (Hydra) when the user recieves physical damage. }}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Midnight Jack Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Midnight Jack Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10198&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Petrifying&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= lemontart&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Midnight_Jack_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Armor&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= &lt;br /&gt;
Add a 50% chance of auto casting 'Stone Curse' on an enemy when the user receives Physical Damage.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Orcus Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Orcus Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10970&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Undead Lord&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Bella Roi aka Puff&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Orcus_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Headgear&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=&lt;br /&gt;
Reduces all skill's after-cast delay by 20%.&lt;br /&gt;
Reduce Casting Time by 10%.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Santa Girl Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Santa Girl Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10989&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Jolly&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= .Yoko.&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Santagirlcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Armor&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Add a 30% resistance to the freeze status&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Add a 3% chance to inflict the Curse, Freeze, Sleep, Silence status when receiving physical damage&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Skoll Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Skoll Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10192&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Wild Fire&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Henhouse&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Skoll_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Armor&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= &lt;br /&gt;
Increase damage against Earth Property monsters by 30%.&lt;br /&gt;
Add a 3% chance of auto casting Level 10 Fire Bolt on an enemy when the user receives physical damage.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Quah-Nomag Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Quah-Nomag Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10973&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Black Magic&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Danjuro Baisotei&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Quah-Nomag_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Headgear&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= &lt;br /&gt;
MATK +1% per refine rate.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===True Beelzebub Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= True Beelzebub Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8817&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Of Eternal Darkness&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ????&lt;br /&gt;
|image= truebeelzebubcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Armor&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= When attacking with magic skills, there is a .30% chance to cast Level 5 [http://irowiki.org/classic/NPC_HELLJUDGEMENT Hell's Judgement]. &lt;br /&gt;
Increase Max HP by 20 times job level.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note''': This card is currently unavailable.}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Miniboss Cards==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Eralia Card===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Eralia Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10051&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= of Waterfall&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Aneko&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Eralia_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Armor&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= &lt;br /&gt;
Add a 10% chance of auto casting Level 5 Waterball on an enemy when the user receives physical damage.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Note: Only one ball is thrown by the spell while the user is on dry land.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Deviruchiring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Deviruchiring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8815&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Absorbing&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ????&lt;br /&gt;
|image= deviruchiringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Armor&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= When attacking, there is a .3% chance to recover 50 HP and 3 SP with each physical attack for 8 seconds.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Masterdrops Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Masterdrops Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10054&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Unripe&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ???&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Masterdropscard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Flee +15&lt;br /&gt;
CRIT +5.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[+Drops Card]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
CRIT +3, ATK+40.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Mastermarin Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Mastermarin Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8819&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Cerulean&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ???&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Mastermarincard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Flee +5&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Perfect Dodge +5&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[+Marin Card]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Flee + 10&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Crit +10&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
increase damage with critical attacks by 10%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Masterpoporing Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Masterpoporing Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8820&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Viridian&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ???&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Masterpoporingcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Add a 2% chance to cast heal on yourself when using heal. The level depends on the highest level known.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Add a chance to cast heal level 1 when attacking, or the highest level known.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[+Poporing Card]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Decrease Aftercast delay by 5%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
increase the damage of Heal against undead monsters by 20%.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Pandaring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Pandaring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10196&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Bamboo&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Gabihime&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Pandaring_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=-5 INT&lt;br /&gt;
+1 INT Per Refine}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Pouring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Pouring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10984&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Deep Blue&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Emerald Weapon&lt;br /&gt;
|image= pouringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=INT +1. &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase damage with Frost Nova by 100%. &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase damage with Frost Diver and Falling Ice Pillar by 20%.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase damage with Water Ball by 5%.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase Water Ball's SP cost by 10%.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Rainbowring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Rainbowring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10988&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Prismatic&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ???&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Rainbowringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Armor&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=&lt;br /&gt;
'''[STR &amp;gt;= 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
+15 ATK&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[STR &amp;lt; 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Add a +10% Resistance to the Poison &amp;amp; Confusion status&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[AGI &amp;gt;= 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
+5 Flee&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
+3 Perfect Dodge&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[AGI &amp;lt; 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
+3% ASPD&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[VIT &amp;gt;= 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
+5% Maximum HP&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[VIT &amp;lt; 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
Add a +10% Resistance to the Stun, Curse, Silence, Bleeding status&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[INT &amp;gt;= 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
+2% MATK&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[INT &amp;lt; 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
Add a +10% Resistance to the Sleep, Blind, Stone Curse status&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[DEX &amp;gt;= 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
+2% Damage with Ranged Attacks&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Decrease the Cast Delay of all skills by 3%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[DEX &amp;lt; 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
Decrease Casting Time by -3% &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[LUK &amp;gt;= 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
+5 Perfect Dodge&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
+3% more damage with critical attacks&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Add a +10% Resistance to all status effects&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
'''[LUK &amp;lt; 90]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt; &lt;br /&gt;
+5 CRIT&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Mob Cards==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Applering Card===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Applering Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10978&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Ripe&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Chumbly&lt;br /&gt;
|image= appleringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increase the healing efficiency of apples and apple juice by 500%.&lt;br /&gt;
Increase damage on Wind Property monsters by 5%.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Autumn Leaf Cat Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Autumn Leaf Cat Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10056&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= of the Falling Leaves&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Gabihime&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Autumn_Leaf_Cat_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= &lt;br /&gt;
Inflict 25% More damage with Estin.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Inflict 25% More damage with Estun.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Inflict 15% More damage with Esma.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Inflict 15% More damage with Desperado.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Inflict 15% More damage with Tracking.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Inflict 15% More damage with Full Buster.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Inflict 20% More damage with Ground Drift.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Inflict 15% More damage with Throw Kunai.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Inflict 15% More damage with Crimson Fire Blossom.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;Inflict 10% More damage with Final Strike.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Aquaring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Aquaring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10194&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Avaricious&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Altaire&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Aquaring_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= Add a 2% chance of gaining 0-500 zeny each time you kill a monster.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''[Ninja Class]'''&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Inflict 25% More damage with Throw Zeny.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Bomb Poring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Bomb Poring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10985&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Explosive&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Experiment XIII&lt;br /&gt;
|image= bombporingcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Armor&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Add a .40% chance to increase ATK by 35 for 8 seconds when dealing physical damage.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Cupcakering Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Cupcakering Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10983&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Sweet Tooth&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Kittie&lt;br /&gt;
|image= cupcakeringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Add a 1% chance to drop Candy, Candy Cane, Lucky Candy &amp;amp; Lucky Candy Cane when defeating an enemy.&lt;br /&gt;
Add a .10% chance to drop Piece of Cake when defeating an enemy.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Eye of Surtur Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Eye of Surtur Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10057&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Thunderclap&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Manifus&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Eye_of_Surtur_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= &lt;br /&gt;
Reduce casting time of Lightning Bolt by 25%. &lt;br /&gt;
Inflict 25% more damage with Lightning Bolt.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Goldring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Goldring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8814&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Golden&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ????&lt;br /&gt;
|image= goldringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increase ATK by 2 per refine&lt;br /&gt;
When attacking, if the user has 500 or more zeny, there is a .5% chance to decrease the SP cost of all skills by 10% for 10 seconds, at the cost of 500 zeny.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Green Applering Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Green Applering Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10982&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Unripe&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Mrs. Charcanine&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Greenappleringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Flee +5.&lt;br /&gt;
Perfect Dodge +3.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase damage against the Wind Property by 10%. &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase critical rate against insect race enemies by 15.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Icering Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Icering Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8813&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Icicle&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ????&lt;br /&gt;
|image= iceringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Weapon&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increase damage with Lightning Spear of Ice by 3%.&lt;br /&gt;
Increase damage with Ice Meteor by 10%.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Lifedrinker Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Lifedrinker Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10976&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Lifedrinking&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Mr. Charcanine&lt;br /&gt;
|image= lifedrinkercard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Add a 2.5% chance to drop Small Life Potion when killing monsters.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Lovering Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Lovering Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10986&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Romantic&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Laroc&lt;br /&gt;
|image= loveringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Headgear&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=[Swordsman, Merchant, Thief, Taekwon Classes]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
STR +2.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Reduce SP Cost of Skills by 3%.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[Mage, Acolyte, Soul Linker Classes]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
INT +2&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Reduce Cast Delay of Skills by 3%.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[Archer, Gunslinger Classes]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
DEX+2.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Flee+3.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[Ninja]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
STR +2&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
INT +2.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Maximum HP +3%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[Novice]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
STR +2.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
INT +2.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
AGI +2.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Maximum HP +500.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Mane Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Mane Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10975&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Elementalist&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Mr. Charcanine&lt;br /&gt;
|image= manecard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Weapon&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increase damage with Fire, Cold, Lightning Bolt and Earth Spike by 3%.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Mavka Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Mavka Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8809&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Earthen&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Puu-nyan&lt;br /&gt;
|image= mavkacard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increase damage with Earth Spike by 25%.&lt;br /&gt;
Reduce casting time of the skill by 25%.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Mooring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Mooring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10979&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Moomoo&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Experiment XIII&lt;br /&gt;
|image= mooringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Flee +10.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[Novice Class]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Flee +10&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
ASPD +5%&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Nekoring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Nekoring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8812&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Kitten-Killer&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ????&lt;br /&gt;
|image= nekoringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Weapon&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increase damage against [http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php?title=Custom_Mob_Classes#Cat_Race Cat Monsters] by 25%.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Orcring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Orcring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8811&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Orcish&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ????&lt;br /&gt;
|image= orcringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Weapon&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Perfect Dodge +3&lt;br /&gt;
Add a 3% chance to inflict the Reverse Orcish (orc face) status on the target when physically attacking.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Plant Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Plant Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8818&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Leafy&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ????&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Plantcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Armor&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Add a 0.10% chance to recover 50 HP and 4 SP every second for 10 seconds when dealing physical damage.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Pumpkinring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Pumpkinring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10055&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Jellopy Making&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ????&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Pumpkinring_card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Weapon&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increases damage on poring race mobs by 30% (Includes MVPs).&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Sapling Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Sapling Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10195&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Hitmaster&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= onix&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Sapling_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=+2 DEX &lt;br /&gt;
+5 HIT&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[Gunslinger, Ninja Class]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
+2 DEX&lt;br /&gt;
+1 AGI&lt;br /&gt;
Adds 5% chance of auto casting Level 1 Attention Concentrate when the user receives physical damage.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Selkie Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Selkie Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10059&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Mindless&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Yumera&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Selkie_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Shield&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= DEF reduced by 3 per refine rate.&lt;br /&gt;
MDEF increased by 3 per refine rate.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Skoll Puppy Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Skoll Puppy Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10193&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Ignited&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Henhouse&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Skoll_Pup_Card.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Weapon&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= ATK +15&lt;br /&gt;
Add a 2% chance of auto casting Level 4 Fire Endow when attacking.&lt;br /&gt;
Stone Curse an enemy when you attack (Success Chance 2%).&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[+Skoll Card]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Stone Curse an enemy when you attack (Success Chance 10%).}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Smash Poring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Smash Poring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10987&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Poring-Repellant&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Emerald Weapon&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Smashporingcard.png &lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Shield&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Decrease damage from Porings by 40%&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Snow Bunny Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Snow Bunny Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10053&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= of Cuteness&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Phoenixsong a.k.a. Yulia&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Snow_Bunny_Card.png‎&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect= Add a 5% chance of auto casting Level 5 Frost Nova when the user receives physical damage.}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Souleater Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Souleater Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10977&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Hexed&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Chumbly&lt;br /&gt;
|image= souleatercard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Shoes&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Maximum HP +10%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[Refine Rate &amp;gt;= 9]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
INT+ 2&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Maximum SP+ 10%&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Spring Fae Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Spring Fae Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10990&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Herbal&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ??? (Gravity?)&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Springfaecard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Headgear&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increase damage against plant monsters by 5%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Add a chance of dropping green herb when defeating plant monsters.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Teddyring Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Teddyring Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10981&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Honey-Scented&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Chumbly&lt;br /&gt;
|image= teddyringcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Increase the HP healing efficiency of Honey by 40%.&lt;br /&gt;
Critical Rate +3.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Sunny Bug Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Sunny Bug Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10991&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Cleansing&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ??? (Gravity)&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Sunnybugcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=ATK +5&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase damage against Poison Property monsters by 10%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase critical rate against insect race enemies by 15.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Wanderess Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Wanderess Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 8816&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Warrior's&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ????&lt;br /&gt;
|image= wanderesscard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Accessory&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Perfect Dodge +5&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Maximum HP +2%.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[&amp;lt;span style=&amp;quot;color:green;&amp;quot;&amp;gt;+Wanderer Card&amp;lt;/span&amp;gt;] &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
ATK+10&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Attack Speed +2%.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Wanderer Card's intimidate autocast will no longer activate.}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Whispering Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Whispering Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10980&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Ghostbusting&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= Chumbly&lt;br /&gt;
|image= whisperingcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Garment&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=Flee +5.&lt;br /&gt;
Perfect Dodge +3. &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase damage against the Ghost Property by 10%. &amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Increase critical rate against formless race enemies by 15.&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Winter Wolf Card===&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Card&lt;br /&gt;
|name= Winter Wolf Card&lt;br /&gt;
|id= 10992&lt;br /&gt;
|sprite= Lightning&lt;br /&gt;
|artist= ??? (Gravity?)&lt;br /&gt;
|image= Winterwolfcard.png&lt;br /&gt;
|slot= Shoes&lt;br /&gt;
|weight= 1&lt;br /&gt;
|effect=ASPD+1%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[Refine Rate &amp;gt;= 9]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Maximum HP +5%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Maximum SP +5%&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
ASPD+1%&lt;br /&gt;
}}&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[category:Custom Items]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Ring_Of_The_Wise_King_Quest</id>
		<title>Ring Of The Wise King Quest</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Ring_Of_The_Wise_King_Quest"/>
				<updated>2017-06-16T01:18:46Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added item requirement for this quest. Incorrectly stated no items were used.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;{{Template:Quest&lt;br /&gt;
| levelreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| joblevelreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| classreq = &lt;br /&gt;
| skillreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| partyreq = &lt;br /&gt;
| itemreq = Unidentified Mineral x1&lt;br /&gt;
| nitemreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| zenyreq = &lt;br /&gt;
| hunting = Maybe&lt;br /&gt;
| questsreq =*[[Finding a Fairy]]&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Report From The New World]] (Doesn't have to be completed)&lt;br /&gt;
| questscoreq =*[[Finding a Fairy]]&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Report From The New World]] (Doesn't have to be completed)&lt;br /&gt;
| baseexpreward = 6,000,000&lt;br /&gt;
| jobexpreward = 4,000,000&lt;br /&gt;
| itemreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| qreward = &lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
1. Talk to the Schwartzvald Mechanic at Midcamp (197 237), just outside the building on the center of the camp. He asks you to speak to the Arunafeltz Linguist on the 2nd floor of the building behind him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Schwartzvaldmechanic.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
2. Talk to the Arunafeltz Linguist inside the building, up the stairs. He asks you to find a Fairy and Giant out on the fields and remember what they say. You've met these NPC before if you did the [[Finding a Fairy]] quest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Receptionistbrinklocation.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*The Fairy says the following:&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
RLGHLRXLA TKANTLFDMS&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
WJACK TNAHRDNJSDMFH&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
WLSGHKWND !!&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*The Giant says:&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
TJDTMFJDNS CJFDI&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
TKADLFDMF QKATOS&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
EKDTLSDML DLFMADMS&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
3. The Linguist asks you to speak with Rune Midgard's Magician.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
4. The Magician at mid_camp 147 256 (West part of the camp), mentions he had people bury gems near Manuk and Splendide Towns, and asks you to retrieve the gems.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Midgardmagician.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
5. Talk to the Gem at spl_fild02 26 218 (Splendide Field 02). It's near the fairy. When attempting to dig it out, several thief bugs might spawn. Defeat them and continue to dig it out until you obtain a Ruby.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
6. Talk to the Gem near the Giant at Manuk Field 03 (man_fild03 227, 109), and attempt to obtain it. Several thief bugs might spawn when trying to dig out the Gem, Kill them and continue talking to the Gem until you obtain a Saphire from it.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
7. Go back to the Rune Midgard Magician with the Ruby &amp;amp; Saphire. '''Note''': If you lose the ruby and saphire for some reason, you'll need to find 2 of them in order to proceed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
8. Talk to the Arunafeltz linguist. He asks you to talk to the Schwartzvald Mechanic.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
9. The Schwartzvald Mechanic tells you to talk to the Rune Midgard Magician.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
10. The Rune Midgard's Magician says he needs a unique Ore. Go mining in Manuk and Dicastes field and bring him an '''Unidentified Mineral'''.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
11. The Magician asks you to wait a while (one minute?). Talk to the magician after you wait for a bit and he'll ask you to take the gem to the Schwartzvald Mechanic.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
14. Talk to The Mechanic and he will ask you to come back in 1 hour. Return once the time is up and he will give you the Ring of the Wise Ancient King, 5,000,000 Base Experience and 1,500,000 Job Experience. This marks the end of this quest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Modified Official Quests]] [[Category: Official Quests]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Item_of_the_Day</id>
		<title>Item of the Day</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Item_of_the_Day"/>
				<updated>2017-06-15T01:25:35Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added page to custom content category&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;{{Template:Quest&lt;br /&gt;
| levelreq = 51&lt;br /&gt;
| joblevelreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| classreq = Any&lt;br /&gt;
| skillreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| partyreq = No&lt;br /&gt;
| itemreq = Varies (see list)&lt;br /&gt;
| nitemreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| zenyreq = &lt;br /&gt;
| questsreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| questscoreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| baseexpreward = Varies by level + player's choice&lt;br /&gt;
| jobexpreward = Varies by level + player's choice&lt;br /&gt;
| itemreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| qreward = &lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
The Item of the Day quest is a repeatable EXP quest specific to heRO. Speak to any Healer NPC (there is one in every town), and choose the option &amp;quot;Help with what?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' This option will only be available if you have not already hit the limit on the quest for the day, and if the [[War of Emperium]] is not active.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Image:Healer.jpg]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
She will tell you she is in need of certain supplies, which changes on a day-to-day basis (see the list below). You may turn in up to 3 sets of items to the Healer per day. For each set you turn in, she will give you a choice between receiving:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
 1. '''Base EXP'''&lt;br /&gt;
 2. '''Base+Job EXP'''&lt;br /&gt;
 3. '''Job EXP'''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
So be careful about spamming the enter key!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
----&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
You will be asked for different items depending on which day of the month it is. So for example, on the 9th day of each month, you will be asked for 23 Frills. The items for each day are as followed:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;center&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
{| class=&amp;quot;wikitable sortable&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;background-color:#f4e3c0;&amp;quot; align=&amp;quot;center&amp;quot; |&lt;br /&gt;
!width=&amp;quot;80px&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;background-color:#ffcc66;&amp;quot; | Day of&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;the month &lt;br /&gt;
!width=&amp;quot;180px&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;background-color:#ffcc66;&amp;quot;| Item&lt;br /&gt;
!width=&amp;quot;50px&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;background-color:#ffcc66;&amp;quot;| Item ID&lt;br /&gt;
!width=&amp;quot;50px&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;background-color:#ffcc66;&amp;quot; | Amount (1x)&lt;br /&gt;
!width=&amp;quot;50px&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;background-color:#ffcc66;&amp;quot; | Amount (2x)&lt;br /&gt;
!width=&amp;quot;50px&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;background-color:#ffcc66;&amp;quot; | Amount (3x) &lt;br /&gt;
!width=&amp;quot;500px&amp;quot; style=&amp;quot;background-color:#ffcc66;&amp;quot; | Recommended hunting spots&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|01 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Fluff &lt;br /&gt;
| 914 &lt;br /&gt;
| 40 &lt;br /&gt;
| 80 &lt;br /&gt;
| 120 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| &lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|02 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Chrysalis &lt;br /&gt;
| 915 &lt;br /&gt;
| 34 &lt;br /&gt;
| 68 &lt;br /&gt;
| 102 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| &lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|03 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Bill of Birds &lt;br /&gt;
| 925 &lt;br /&gt;
| 32 &lt;br /&gt;
| 64 &lt;br /&gt;
| 96 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Can be bought from an NPC in Morroc Ruins.&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|04 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Powder of Butterfly &lt;br /&gt;
| 924 &lt;br /&gt;
| 28 &lt;br /&gt;
| 56 &lt;br /&gt;
| 84 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| &lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|05 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Acorn &lt;br /&gt;
| 1026 &lt;br /&gt;
| 28 &lt;br /&gt;
| 56 &lt;br /&gt;
| 84&lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Can be bought from an NPC in Moscovia.&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|06 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Porcupine Quill &lt;br /&gt;
| 1027 &lt;br /&gt;
| 28 &lt;br /&gt;
| 56 &lt;br /&gt;
| 84 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| &lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|07 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Stone Heart &lt;br /&gt;
| 953 &lt;br /&gt;
| 26 &lt;br /&gt;
| 52 &lt;br /&gt;
| 78 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|08 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Earthworm Peeling &lt;br /&gt;
| 1055 &lt;br /&gt;
| 25 &lt;br /&gt;
| 50 &lt;br /&gt;
| 75 &lt;br /&gt;
|  align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|09 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Frill &lt;br /&gt;
| 1012 &lt;br /&gt;
| 23 &lt;br /&gt;
| 46 &lt;br /&gt;
| 69&lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| &lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|10 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Dokebi Horn &lt;br /&gt;
| 5573 &lt;br /&gt;
| 22 &lt;br /&gt;
| 44 &lt;br /&gt;
| 66 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|11 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Fig Leaf &lt;br /&gt;
| 7298 &lt;br /&gt;
| 20 &lt;br /&gt;
| 40 &lt;br /&gt;
| 60 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Leaf Cats and Autumn Leafcats in [[Neko Island]] are the best sources due to the small map size, thus narrow distribution of monsters. Alternatively, adventurous players can try Ayothaya Field 2 but access to the area requires partial completion of a certain quest.&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|12 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Mantis Scythe &lt;br /&gt;
| 1031 &lt;br /&gt;
| 20 &lt;br /&gt;
| 40 &lt;br /&gt;
| 60 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|13 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Mould Powder &lt;br /&gt;
| 7001 &lt;br /&gt;
| 17 &lt;br /&gt;
| 34 &lt;br /&gt;
| 51 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|14 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Tough Vines &lt;br /&gt;
| 7197 &lt;br /&gt;
| 16 &lt;br /&gt;
| 32 &lt;br /&gt;
| 48 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|15 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Anolian Skin &lt;br /&gt;
| 7003 &lt;br /&gt;
| 15 &lt;br /&gt;
| 30 &lt;br /&gt;
| 45 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|16 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Antelope Skin &lt;br /&gt;
| 7107 &lt;br /&gt;
| 15 &lt;br /&gt;
| 30 &lt;br /&gt;
| 45 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|17 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Denture from Dragon Mask &lt;br /&gt;
| 7266 &lt;br /&gt;
| 15 &lt;br /&gt;
| 30 &lt;br /&gt;
| 45 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|Louyang Dungeon 2 and Louyang Dungeon 3 are the only maps that spawns Dancing Dragons.&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|18 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Tangled Chains &lt;br /&gt;
| 7221 &lt;br /&gt;
| 14 &lt;br /&gt;
| 28 &lt;br /&gt;
| 42 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|19 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Striped Sock &lt;br /&gt;
| 7219 &lt;br /&gt;
| 10 &lt;br /&gt;
| 20 &lt;br /&gt;
| 30 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Drops from Loli Ruri. Only map that naturally spawns it is Niflheim Field located west of Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|20 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Peco Peco Feather &lt;br /&gt;
| 7101 &lt;br /&gt;
| 15 &lt;br /&gt;
| 30 &lt;br /&gt;
| 45 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| &lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|21 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Tassel &lt;br /&gt;
| 7301 &lt;br /&gt;
| 12 &lt;br /&gt;
| 24 &lt;br /&gt;
| 36 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| &lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|22 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Broken Shuriken &lt;br /&gt;
| 7156 &lt;br /&gt;
| 12 &lt;br /&gt;
| 24 &lt;br /&gt;
| 36 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|23 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Scale Shell &lt;br /&gt;
| 936 &lt;br /&gt;
| 16 &lt;br /&gt;
| 32 &lt;br /&gt;
| 48 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| &lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|24 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Rotten Bandage &lt;br /&gt;
| 930 &lt;br /&gt;
| 20 &lt;br /&gt;
| 40 &lt;br /&gt;
| 60 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Preferably hunted from various mobs in the Pyramid Dungeon maps that drop it including Mummy, Ancient Mummy, Verit and also their Nightmare versions.&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|25 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Used Iron Plate &lt;br /&gt;
| 7319 &lt;br /&gt;
| 10 &lt;br /&gt;
| 20 &lt;br /&gt;
| 30 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| &lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|26 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Broken Shell &lt;br /&gt;
| 7070 &lt;br /&gt;
| 20 &lt;br /&gt;
| 40 &lt;br /&gt;
| 60 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
|rowspan=2|27+ &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Jellopy &lt;br /&gt;
| 909&lt;br /&gt;
| 50&lt;br /&gt;
| 100 &lt;br /&gt;
| 150 &lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| &lt;br /&gt;
|- | align='center'&lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'| Fireworks&lt;br /&gt;
| 14549/14546/14550 &lt;br /&gt;
| 50&lt;br /&gt;
| 100&lt;br /&gt;
| 150&lt;br /&gt;
| align='left'|&lt;br /&gt;
|}&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Custom_Content]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Custom Quest Guides]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Malangdo_Dungeon</id>
		<title>Malangdo Dungeon</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Malangdo_Dungeon"/>
				<updated>2017-06-07T21:59:30Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added Malagndo Dungeon to Modified Official Content Category.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;Malangdo Dungeon, also known as the Starry Coral Area, is an official renewal dungeon modified to fit our pre-renewal mechanics. It was released on March 19th, 2017.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:wip.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Spawn Tables==&lt;br /&gt;
Siorava - 45 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Red Eruma - 60 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Aster - 20 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Crab - 10 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Shellfish - 10 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Wild Rider - 2 (3~6 min)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Modified Official Content]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Customized Monsters]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Modified Official Dungeons]]&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Modified Official Fields]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Fairyland</id>
		<title>Fairyland</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Fairyland"/>
				<updated>2016-11-26T02:44:46Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added category tag to page&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;Fairyland is a custom town in heRO, that serves as the current home of the fairies.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==About Fairyland==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Fairyland, also known as Faeheim, is part of a group of islands that float in the sky somewhere near Moscovia. The fairies, along with their Queen Pixie, live there.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Many fairies do not interact with humans due to old conflicts, so the town can often feel empty when humans are around.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Fairyland Town==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Town Access===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
To access fairyland, you must be able to access Moscovia Dungeon. This requires a quest, which you can find more info on [http://irowiki.org/classic/Finding_The_Moving_Island_Quest here]. Alternatively, you could get a warp from an acolyte class, or a GM if they happen to be online. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Fairylandentrance.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Locations of Interest===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Fairyland is mostly empty, but at town center you may find the generic utility NPCs (Save, DB NPC, Banker, Etc). There's also a few quest NPCs scattered throughout the map.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Events===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Fairyland is often home to different events, such as the [[Great Fairy Auction]], Monster Invasions, Protect the Merchant, and some Chronicle of Heroes events.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Sometimes, be it for quests, events, adventuring, or for pure exploration, heroes are temporarily granted access to certain parts of Fairyland that are normally inaccessible, such as Fairyland Castle Grounds, the castle itself, its vaults, or the ruins on nearby sky islands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Dungeon===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Fairy's Paradise may be accessed by paying 50,000 zeny to a Fairy Guard NPC at the center of town. However, you may enter for free if you get Pixie's Letter at the monthly Fairy Auction. The mobs there are mainly plant type, and an MVP, Kublin, can be found there.&lt;br /&gt;
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See [[Fairy Paradise|Here]] for more info.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Quests===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Hair Brush Quest]]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[[Fairy Flower Quest]]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[[Loner Box Quest]]&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category: Custom Content]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Mystic_Tower</id>
		<title>Mystic Tower</title>
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&lt;div&gt;Mystic Tower is an automated event that you can start with the GM-Assistant NPC in Prontera. It is similar the official dungeon, Endless Tower in that you climb several floors to reach the top. This event however, is condensed, and only has 25 floors. At the end you can fight the custom heRO MvP, Orcus. This version of the boss remains the same as his counterpart found in Thanatos Basement.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
==Entrance==&lt;br /&gt;
After starting the automated event, proceed to Geffen's center with the character you wish to attend the event with. There are no level restrictions, but it is highly recommended you join with a party. The portal to the tower can be found near the center Geffen (110,115)&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Mystic-Entrance.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Banned Skills==&lt;br /&gt;
Similar to Eternity Tower, there are some player skills that are banned inside Mystic Tower as well. They include the following:&lt;br /&gt;
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*Icewall&lt;br /&gt;
*Intimidate&lt;br /&gt;
*Spiderweb&lt;br /&gt;
*Teleport&lt;br /&gt;
*Warp Portal&lt;br /&gt;
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==Floor Names (with monster spawns)==&lt;br /&gt;
1: Baby Brawl -- Orc Baby, Baby Leopard, Skoll Pup, Baby Garm, Baby Eddga&lt;br /&gt;
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2: Tentacular -- Hydra, Medusa, Penomena&lt;br /&gt;
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3: Poring~ish -- Mastering, Nekoring, Mooring, Applering, Green Applering, Angeling&lt;br /&gt;
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4: Poring~er -- Aquaring, Sapling, Deviling, Rainbowring, Master Marin, Ghostring&lt;br /&gt;
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5: Poring~est -- God Poring, Teddyring, Pandaring, Pouring, Hollow Poring&lt;br /&gt;
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6: Magical Mania -- Baba Yaga, Laurell Weinder, Necromancer, Magical Taini&lt;br /&gt;
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7: Dragonology -- Novus, Novus, Hydrolancer, Gopinich&lt;br /&gt;
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8: Summer &amp;amp; Spring -- Green Lady, Sunny Bug, Summer Turtoise, Sprint Fae, Lady Tanee&lt;br /&gt;
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9: Fall &amp;amp; Winter -- Winter Wolf, Autumn Mouse, Halloween Succubus, Snow Leopard, Winter Evo&lt;br /&gt;
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10: Extra Seasoning -- Grass Mutant, Mud Golem&lt;br /&gt;
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11: Pirates VS Ninjas -- Pirate Skeleton, Wanderess, Assaulter, Shinobi&lt;br /&gt;
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12: Golden -- Moonlady, GTB, Golden Raydric Archer&lt;br /&gt;
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13: Lady's Night -- Zaelotus On Steroids, Eralia, Selkie, Aunoe, Alice, Chepet&lt;br /&gt;
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14: Christmas Is All Around -- Knight of Windstorm, Santa Poporing, Christmas Jakk, Snow Bunny, Santa Girl&lt;br /&gt;
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15: Halloweenesque -- Pumpkinring, Autumn Leafcat, Hanz Von Abendroth&lt;br /&gt;
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16: Ghost Busters -- Whispering, Ghostring, Odium of Thanatos, Incarnation of Morroc&lt;br /&gt;
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17: Rio de Brasilia -- Piranha, Iara, Boitata, Headless Mule, Curupira&lt;br /&gt;
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18: Scorching Frenzy -- Kasa, Earth Deleter, Skoll Pup, Magmaring, Skoll, Salamander&lt;br /&gt;
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19: Archery Contest -- Orc Archer, Bow Guardian, Kobold Archer, Sniper Cecil, Kavach Icarus&lt;br /&gt;
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20: Winter Wonderland -- Icering, Eralia, Frost Giant&lt;br /&gt;
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21: Rage Against The Mecha -- Heavy Metaling, Venatu, Zukadam, RSX&lt;br /&gt;
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22: Lust for Muspelheim -- Eye of Sutur, Logi, Muspelite Tree, Fafnir&lt;br /&gt;
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23: Nydhoggur Nightmares -- Draco, Bradium Golem, Duneyr, Rata, Aqua Element&lt;br /&gt;
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24: Orcus' Minions -- Mane, Souleater, Lifedrinker, Quah-Nomag&lt;br /&gt;
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25: Grand Finale -- Demon Prince of the Und, Stressed Maid&lt;br /&gt;
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==Prizes==&lt;br /&gt;
As everyone reaches certain parts of the event, attendants are awarded with various prizes. They are listed below.&lt;br /&gt;
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*Floor 08: Delicious Cake x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Floor 11: Gold x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Floor 17: Bloody Branch x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Floor 21: Poring Card x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Floor 22: Fire Elemental Converter x5 &lt;br /&gt;
*Floor 23: Water Elemental Converter x5&lt;br /&gt;
*Floor 24: Earth Elemental Converter x5&lt;br /&gt;
*Floor 25: Wind Elemental Converter x5&lt;br /&gt;
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If the attendants defeat Orcus at Floor 25 and exit the final door they will receive the following: &lt;br /&gt;
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*Enriched Ore x1, Assumptio 5 Scroll Box x1, Magnificat Scroll Box x1&lt;br /&gt;
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==See Also==&lt;br /&gt;
[[Automated Events]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Shadows_of_a_Bygone_Yesteryear</id>
		<title>Shadows of a Bygone Yesteryear</title>
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				<updated>2016-07-30T12:48:08Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: &lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
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==A Moment of Weakness Leads To...==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot;'' Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot;'' The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
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A woman's voice boomed across the room. ''&amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. ''&amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot;'' The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The woman scoffed. ''&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot;'' She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot;'' Lady Hel murmured... ''&amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot;'' Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. ''&amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot;'' Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;'&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded. ''&amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot;'' Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot;'' Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. ''&amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot;'' said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. ''&amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot;'' she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate Darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. ''&amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, smiling quite nonchalantly.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
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The scholar nodded. ''&amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. ''&amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. ''&amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. ''&amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot;'' The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. ''&amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot;'' After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked up to Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot;'' She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. ''&amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. ''&amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. ''&amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. ''&amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot;'' The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
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Orpheus, chuckled dryly. ''&amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Lightsiders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. ''&amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Orpheus scoffed. ''&amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervention in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot;'' The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. ''&amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot;'' He candidly commented. ''&amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. ''&amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere?&amp;quot;'' The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. ''&amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot;'' He informed. ''&amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. ''&amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot;'' He stated. ''&amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. ''&amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot;'' He began. ''&amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot;'' The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
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The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. ''&amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. ''&amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot;'' He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. ''&amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot;'' Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
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Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. ''&amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. ''&amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. ''&amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. ''&amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot;'' Ciar replied. ''&amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. ''&amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot;'' Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot;'' Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. ''&amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot;'' Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot;'' Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. ''&amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in non-intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar nodded. ''&amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot;'' He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot;'' Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot;'' Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot;'' The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. ''&amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot;'' The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. ''&amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot;'' He shrugged nonchalantly. ''&amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot;'' Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. ''&amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot;'' He quietly responded. ''&amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. ''&amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot;'' He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot;'' Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
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Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. ''&amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he will allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. ''“Leave, we have matters to discuss.”'' He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
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''“The hell is wrong with you today?”'' Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. ''“You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!”'' He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
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The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. ''“What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”''&lt;br /&gt;
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''“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!”'' Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“My paperwork!”'' the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. ''“Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!”'' He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar remained standing up, ''“Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”''&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. ''“He what!?”''&lt;br /&gt;
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''“You heard me.”'' The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. ''“I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”''&lt;br /&gt;
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''“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.”'' Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
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Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
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Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. ''“He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.”'' He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
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Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. ''“Ah, they told me you’d be here.”' He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“Yes?”'' Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“I need to talk to you. Alone.”'' The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
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The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. ''“Well?”'' He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“Heard the news?”'' Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. ''“The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”''&lt;br /&gt;
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The scholar raised his eyebrow. ''“Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”''&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. ''“Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”''&lt;br /&gt;
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''“I haven’t forgotten.”'' Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. ''“However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.”'' He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. ''“You’ve played your cards right.”'' The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos chuckled. ''“I made sure I did.”'' He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. ''“We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.”'' &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
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''“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…”'' The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
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''“Only the best for you.”'' The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. ''“So… I was wondering…”''&lt;br /&gt;
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Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. ''“The council must convene. It’s urgent.”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. ''“Who’s there?”'' The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. ''“Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.”'' He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
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''“How do people keep getting in here…?”'' Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
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''“He’s a master rogue.”'' Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. ''“Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
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The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. ''“Is it Kushiel?”' Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“I’ll explain when we’re all there.”'' He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
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Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. ''“We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?”'' Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. ''“I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…”'' He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
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''“Spit it out already!”'' Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. ''“Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.”'' He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. ''“With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
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''“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.”'' Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish nodded. ''“Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.”'' He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. ''“Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”''&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. ''“What are his plans?”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.”'' Rajnish replied, shrugging. ''“Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.”'' He added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“Why tonight?”'' Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.”'' The stalker explained. ''“If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew scoffed. ''“So you have little over an hour to ambush him...”'' He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“Gear up.”'' Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. ''“Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.”'' He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!”'' Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…”'' He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. ''“Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?”'' He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.”'' The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
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Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“I should kill you for what you’ve done.”'' The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“And I-I... very well deserve it…”'' Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“You would like that, wouldn’t you.”'' Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker struggled to get back up. ''“I can… fix this!”'' He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The paladin turned his back against the stalker. ''“You’ve done more than enough.”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. ''“Any news?”'' Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The rogue seemed rather distressed. ''“Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.”'' He explained. ''“Half of our troops left with him.”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. ''“I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.”'' He turned to Rajnish again. ''“And you…”'' The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. ''“If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”''&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. ''“This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.”'' The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. ''“She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”''&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Spiritual Overload==&lt;br /&gt;
Approximately 20 days ago, Niflheim saw an increase in the appearance of restless and hostile spirits. Now, reports of said spirits and even adventurers being attacked by a powerful, unseen force are on the rise.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Travelers point to the deceased Archmage Mystra's castle as having a possible relation to the influx of spirits. Allegedly, twenty three days ago, while waiting for the alignment of the stars Muspelheim is bound to, lightning and explosions were spotted coming from within the castle. Shortly after, the increase in spirits began to occur.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
We tried contacting Dark Allegiance Councilman Lord Matthew, owner of most of the properties in Niflheim Square, for an interview regarding the recent incidents, but we were not able to find him. Head Councilman Lord Melot informed us Matthew was currently not well of health, and thus unavailable.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After King Ernst's press conference on the twenty seventh, where he expressed his concerns regarding the new dangers Niflheim presents to the public, a group of Rune-Midgard soldiers were sent to investigate the abandoned castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just last night, we learned eighteen of the twenty soldiers perished inside the castle. The two survivors are still in the Intensive Care Unit of the Prontera Hospital, but exclusive, anonymous reports indicate that apparently, they were brutally attacked by dark creatures, presumably spirits, that inhabited the castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The King visited each of the deceased &amp;amp; injured soldiers' families today, expressing his condolences and offering to help the families in any way he could. His press secretary announced in an interview they would be sending another crew to investigate and, if possible, to recover the bodies.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Volunteers interested in assisting may join, but are warned of the horrors that lurk inside the castle. The soldiers will be departing from Niflheim to Mystra's Castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Mystra's Castle===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Yesterday, a group of heroes, led by recently-promoted International Agent Adelaide, ventured into the abandoned Mystra's Castle. In it, they discovered the building was booby trapped, powerful necromancy kept the earlier expedition crew alive, and the doors to some parts of the castle were hexed shut.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
An old spirit warned the crew that the castle had been defiled with sinister magic, and the keys of an organ that opens the doors had been hidden. After finding them in relatively simple locations, Adelaide deduced whoever had been in the castle wanted the team to succeed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The team ran up the east tower to find a swirling black vortex of energy at the rooftop. It seemed to attract the spirits and undead, making them restless. After destroying it, Adelaide and the group scoured the rest of the castle for more vortices, eventually destroying them all, and finding something else.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In the deepest part of the castle they encountered a broken down wall, which revealed a tunnel lead to an ominous-looking chamber. A lone pedestal stood at the center. Adelaide deduced the intruders took whatever was on it.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
On their way back to the entrance of the castle, the team battled the entity that had recently been attacking both the spirits and the living: A reaper, most likely sent by Hel herself to put the ghosts to rest. As if that wasn't enough, the creatures within the castle were in an uproar over the destruction of the vortices. The group of heroes bravely fought hundreds of fiends that sought to escape the castle, eventually defeating them all.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It is still not known who intruded upon the castle, but alarmists claim we will know soon enough.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;You called, sir?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Tiamat informed me of your findings.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No one recognized the rest of the undead knights?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Hmm, thanks, and stay undercover. Adelaide doesn't trust either allegiance's investigators.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' Mystra's castle was left open for all heroes to explore for approximately two weeks after this event ended.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fragments of Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Walking along a lonely road of a desert canyon town, Ostellos and a hooded Lord Matthew talked about their antics at Mystra's castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What does she plan to do now?&amp;quot; The lord knight asked, in a hushed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She'll retrieve the fragment, one way or another.&amp;quot; The scholar responded, nonchallantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Matthew stopped and looked straight at Ostellos' face. &amp;quot;Amaria's now in charge of Fairyland's defense system. Those golems are not to be trifled with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled, haughtily. &amp;quot;We do not 'trifle' with anyone. We will take advantage of their preparations for the auction retrieve what was taken from Mystra's castle.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
==Blast from the Past==&lt;br /&gt;
Earlier tonight in fairyland, a stolen Airship violently crashed into Fairyland Palace's west section. An emergency broadcast was promptly issued and adventurers from across Midgard were called upon, arriving in Fairyland to help reinforce the palace. Along with the head of the golem defense system, Amaria, they secured the main rooms and protected Pixie from a group of invaders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The attackers used summoning scrolls to sic all sorts of fiery beasts on the reinforcements, among other diversions. Amaria and the group apprehended the attackers and chased the remaining ones to the vaults, where they found a mysterious man holding a large mirror fragment.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The man revealed himself as the once-deceased Ostellos, the reason why a portal to Muspelheim opens every week in Niflheim. According to him, he has returned to take back the world for the Dark God Erebos. After seducing several members of the reinforcements to join him, Ostellos ordered his newfound allies to fight Amaria and the reinforcements. They were quickly defeated, however, much to Ostellos' chagrin. Considering the bested allies to be weak, Ostellos turned on them, before being defeated as well.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In the end, Ostellos and the remaining followers escaped with the mysterious mirror fragment. Some claim Lord Matthew was present in the attack and assisting Ostellos, but it has not yet been confirmed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Some time after the attack, allied forces raided the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters and detained councilmen Sir Melot and Rajnish to be questioned thoroughly. Under the international law commonly known as &amp;quot;Veritable Emergency&amp;quot;, approved during Kushiel's reign of terror, any citizen can be detained during an attack of this type, without the right for bond or to be tried in court. Warrants to detain councilmen Ciar, Matthew and Tiamat have also been issued, but their whereabouts are unknown.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Light Allegiance Head Councilwoman Lady Thea has made the following statement regarding the recent events:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Tonight the world has come to learn an unsettling fact. Ostellos roams this realm free again. A man who promises a golden age, but will only bring death and destruction in an attempt to rebuild the world in Erebos' image. A man who, under any circumstance, cannot be trusted... I urge the Dark Allegiance to reveal any information they might have regarding this dangerous man, and to work together with us to put a stop to him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Regarding the stolen mirror fragment, it is currently unknown what its use is or why they want it, though it's assumed it will be used for nefarious means. Pixie claimed to not even know they had it hidden within the palace vaults and promised a thorough investigation would take place to find out how they obtained it.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It was only a few months ago when Midgard was threatened with destruction. Now a new danger has risen and is on the move. Adventurers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into the wilds.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
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==A Moment of Weakness Leads To...==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot;'' Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot;'' The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A woman's voice boomed across the room. ''&amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. ''&amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot;'' The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The woman scoffed. ''&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot;'' She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot;'' Lady Hel murmured... ''&amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot;'' Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. ''&amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot;'' Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;'&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded. ''&amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot;'' Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot;'' Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. ''&amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot;'' said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. ''&amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot;'' she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate Darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. ''&amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, smiling quite nonchalantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar nodded. ''&amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. ''&amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. ''&amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. ''&amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot;'' The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. ''&amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot;'' After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked up to Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot;'' She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. ''&amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. ''&amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. ''&amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. ''&amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot;'' The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus, chuckled dryly. ''&amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Lightsiders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. ''&amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus scoffed. ''&amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervention in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot;'' The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. ''&amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot;'' He candidly commented. ''&amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. ''&amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere?&amp;quot;'' The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. ''&amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot;'' He informed. ''&amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. ''&amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot;'' He stated. ''&amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. ''&amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot;'' He began. ''&amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot;'' The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. ''&amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. ''&amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot;'' He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. ''&amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot;'' Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. ''&amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. ''&amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. ''&amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. ''&amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot;'' Ciar replied. ''&amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. ''&amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot;'' Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot;'' Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. ''&amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot;'' Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot;'' Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. ''&amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in non-intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar nodded. ''&amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot;'' He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot;'' Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot;'' Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot;'' The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. ''&amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot;'' The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. ''&amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot;'' He shrugged nonchalantly. ''&amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot;'' Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. ''&amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot;'' He quietly responded. ''&amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. ''&amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot;'' He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot;'' Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. ''&amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he will allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. ''“Leave, we have matters to discuss.”'' He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“The hell is wrong with you today?”'' Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. ''“You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!”'' He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. ''“What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!”'' Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“My paperwork!”'' the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. ''“Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!”'' He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar remained standing up, ''“Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. ''“He what!?”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“You heard me.”'' The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. ''“I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”''&lt;br /&gt;
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''“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.”'' Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. “He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.” He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. “Ah, they told me you’d be here.” He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Yes?” Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I need to talk to you. Alone.” The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. “Well?” He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Heard the news?” Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. “The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar raised his eyebrow. “Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. “Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I haven’t forgotten.” Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. “However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.” He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. “You’ve played your cards right.” The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled. “I made sure I did.” He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. “We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.” &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…” The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Only the best for you.” The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. “So… I was wondering…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. “The council must convene. It’s urgent.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. “Who’s there?” The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. “Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.” He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“How do people keep getting in here…?” Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“He’s a master rogue.” Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. “Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. “Is it Kushiel?” Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I’ll explain when we’re all there.” He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
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Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. “We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?” Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. “I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…” He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Spit it out already!” Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. “Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.” He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. “With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.” Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish nodded. “Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.” He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. “Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. “What are his plans?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.” Rajnish replied, shrugging. “Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.” He added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Why tonight?” Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.” The stalker explained. “If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew scoffed. “So you have little over an hour to ambush him...” He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Gear up.” Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. “Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.” He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
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“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!” Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…” He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. “Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?” He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.” The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
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Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I should kill you for what you’ve done.” The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“And I-I... very well deserve it…” Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You would like that, wouldn’t you.” Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker struggled to get back up. “I can… fix this!” He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The paladin turned his back against the stalker. “You’ve done more than enough.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. “Any news?” Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The rogue seemed rather distressed. “Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.” He explained. “Half of our troops left with him.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. “I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.” He turned to Rajnish again. “And you…” The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. “If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. “This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.” The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. “She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
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Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Spiritual Overload==&lt;br /&gt;
Approximately 20 days ago, Niflheim saw an increase in the appearance of restless and hostile spirits. Now, reports of said spirits and even adventurers being attacked by a powerful, unseen force are on the rise.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Travelers point to the deceased Archmage Mystra's castle as having a possible relation to the influx of spirits. Allegedly, twenty three days ago, while waiting for the alignment of the stars Muspelheim is bound to, lightning and explosions were spotted coming from within the castle. Shortly after, the increase in spirits began to occur.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
We tried contacting Dark Allegiance Councilman Lord Matthew, owner of most of the properties in Niflheim Square, for an interview regarding the recent incidents, but we were not able to find him. Head Councilman Lord Melot informed us Matthew was currently not well of health, and thus unavailable.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After King Ernst's press conference on the twenty seventh, where he expressed his concerns regarding the new dangers Niflheim presents to the public, a group of Rune-Midgard soldiers were sent to investigate the abandoned castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just last night, we learned eighteen of the twenty soldiers perished inside the castle. The two survivors are still in the Intensive Care Unit of the Prontera Hospital, but exclusive, anonymous reports indicate that apparently, they were brutally attacked by dark creatures, presumably spirits, that inhabited the castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The King visited each of the deceased &amp;amp; injured soldiers' families today, expressing his condolences and offering to help the families in any way he could. His press secretary announced in an interview they would be sending another crew to investigate and, if possible, to recover the bodies.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Volunteers interested in assisting may join, but are warned of the horrors that lurk inside the castle. The soldiers will be departing from Niflheim to Mystra's Castle.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Mystra's Castle===&lt;br /&gt;
Mystra's Castle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Yesterday, a group of heroes, led by recently-promoted International Agent Adelaide, ventured into the abandoned Mystra's Castle. In it, they discovered the building was booby trapped, powerful necromancy kept the earlier expedition crew alive, and the doors to some parts of the castle were hexed shut.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
An old spirit warned the crew that the castle had been defiled with sinister magic, and the keys of an organ that opens the doors had been hidden. After finding them in relatively simple locations, Adelaide deduced whoever had been in the castle wanted the team to succeed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The team ran up the east tower to find a swirling black vortex of energy at the rooftop. It seemed to attract the spirits and undead, making them restless. After destroying it, Adelaide and the group scoured the rest of the castle for more vortices, eventually destroying them all, and finding something else.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In the deepest part of the castle they encountered a broken down wall, which revealed a tunnel lead to an ominous-looking chamber. A lone pedestal stood at the center. Adelaide deduced the intruders took whatever was on it.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
On their way back to the entrance of the castle, the team battled the entity that had recently been attacking both the spirits and the living: A reaper, most likely sent by Hel herself to put the ghosts to rest. As if that wasn't enough, the creatures within the castle were in an uproar over the destruction of the vortices. The group of heroes bravely fought hundreds of fiends that sought to escape the castle, eventually defeating them all.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It is still not known who intruded upon the castle, but alarmists claim we will know soon enough.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;You called, sir?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Tiamat informed me of your findings.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No one recognized the rest of the undead knights?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Hmm, thanks, and stay undercover. Adelaide doesn't trust either allegiance's investigators.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' Mystra's castle was left open for all heroes to explore for approximately two weeks after this event ended.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fragments of Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Walking along a lonely road of a desert canyon town, Ostellos and a hooded Lord Matthew talked about their antics at Mystra's castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What does she plan to do now?&amp;quot; The lord knight asked, in a hushed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She'll retrieve the fragment, one way or another.&amp;quot; The scholar responded, nonchallantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Matthew stopped and looked straight at Ostellos' face. &amp;quot;Amaria's now in charge of Fairyland's defense system. Those golems are not to be trifled with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled, haughtily. &amp;quot;We do not 'trifle' with anyone. We will take advantage of their preparations for the auction retrieve what was taken from Mystra's castle.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
==Blast from the Past==&lt;br /&gt;
Earlier tonight in fairyland, a stolen Airship violently crashed into Fairyland Palace's west section. An emergency broadcast was promptly issued and adventurers from across Midgard were called upon, arriving in Fairyland to help reinforce the palace. Along with the head of the golem defense system, Amaria, they secured the main rooms and protected Pixie from a group of invaders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The attackers used summoning scrolls to sic all sorts of fiery beasts on the reinforcements, among other diversions. Amaria and the group apprehended the attackers and chased the remaining ones to the vaults, where they found a mysterious man holding a large mirror fragment.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The man revealed himself as the once-deceased Ostellos, the reason why a portal to Muspelheim opens every week in Niflheim. According to him, he has returned to take back the world for the Dark God Erebos. After seducing several members of the reinforcements to join him, Ostellos ordered his newfound allies to fight Amaria and the reinforcements. They were quickly defeated, however, much to Ostellos' chagrin. Considering the bested allies to be weak, Ostellos turned on them, before being defeated as well.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In the end, Ostellos and the remaining followers escaped with the mysterious mirror fragment. Some claim Lord Matthew was present in the attack and assisting Ostellos, but it has not yet been confirmed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Some time after the attack, allied forces raided the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters and detained councilmen Sir Melot and Rajnish to be questioned thoroughly. Under the international law commonly known as &amp;quot;Veritable Emergency&amp;quot;, approved during Kushiel's reign of terror, any citizen can be detained during an attack of this type, without the right for bond or to be tried in court. Warrants to detain councilmen Ciar, Matthew and Tiamat have also been issued, but their whereabouts are unknown.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Light Allegiance Head Councilwoman Lady Thea has made the following statement regarding the recent events:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Tonight the world has come to learn an unsettling fact. Ostellos roams this realm free again. A man who promises a golden age, but will only bring death and destruction in an attempt to rebuild the world in Erebos' image. A man who, under any circumstance, cannot be trusted... I urge the Dark Allegiance to reveal any information they might have regarding this dangerous man, and to work together with us to put a stop to him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Regarding the stolen mirror fragment, it is currently unknown what its use is or why they want it, though it's assumed it will be used for nefarious means. Pixie claimed to not even know they had it hidden within the palace vaults and promised a thorough investigation would take place to find out how they obtained it.&lt;br /&gt;
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It was only a few months ago when Midgard was threatened with destruction. Now a new danger has risen and is on the move. Adventurers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into the wilds.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
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==A Moment of Weakness Leads To...==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot; Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot; The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A woman's voice boomed across the room. &amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. &amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot; The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
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The woman scoffed.&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot; She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot; Lady Hel murmured... &amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot; Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot; Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot; Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. &amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot; Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded. &amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot; Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot; Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. &amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot; said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. &amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot; she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate Darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. ''&amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, smiling quite nonchalantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar nodded. ''&amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. ''&amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. ''&amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. ''&amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot;'' The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. ''&amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot;'' After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked up to Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot;'' She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. ''&amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. ''&amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. ''&amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. ''&amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot;'' The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus, chuckled dryly. ''&amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Lightsiders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. ''&amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus scoffed. ''&amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervention in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot;'' The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. ''&amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot;'' He candidly commented. ''&amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. ''&amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere?&amp;quot;'' The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. ''&amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot;'' He informed. ''&amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. ''&amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot;'' He stated. ''&amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. ''&amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot;'' He began. ''&amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot;'' The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. ''&amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. ''&amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot;'' He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. ''&amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot;'' Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. ''&amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. ''&amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. ''&amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. ''&amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot;'' Ciar replied. ''&amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. ''&amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot;'' Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot;'' Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. ''&amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot;'' Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot;'' Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. ''&amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in non-intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar nodded. ''&amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot;'' He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot;'' Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot;'' Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot;'' The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. ''&amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot;'' The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. ''&amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot;'' He shrugged nonchalantly. ''&amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot;'' Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. ''&amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot;'' He quietly responded. ''&amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. ''&amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot;'' He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot;'' Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. ''&amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he will allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. ''“Leave, we have matters to discuss.”'' He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“The hell is wrong with you today?”'' Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. ''“You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!”'' He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. ''“What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!”'' Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“My paperwork!”'' the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. ''“Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!”'' He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar remained standing up, ''“Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. ''“He what!?”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“You heard me.”'' The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. ''“I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.”'' Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
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Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
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Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. “He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.” He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
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Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. “Ah, they told me you’d be here.” He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Yes?” Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
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“I need to talk to you. Alone.” The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
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The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. “Well?” He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Heard the news?” Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. “The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”&lt;br /&gt;
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The scholar raised his eyebrow. “Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. “Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”&lt;br /&gt;
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“I haven’t forgotten.” Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. “However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.” He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. “You’ve played your cards right.” The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos chuckled. “I made sure I did.” He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. “We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.” &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…” The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Only the best for you.” The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. “So… I was wondering…”&lt;br /&gt;
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Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. “The council must convene. It’s urgent.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. “Who’s there?” The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. “Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.” He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
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“How do people keep getting in here…?” Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
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“He’s a master rogue.” Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. “Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
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The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. “Is it Kushiel?” Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
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“I’ll explain when we’re all there.” He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
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Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. “We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?” Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. “I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…” He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Spit it out already!” Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. “Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.” He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. “With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.” Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish nodded. “Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.” He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. “Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. “What are his plans?”&lt;br /&gt;
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“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.” Rajnish replied, shrugging. “Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.” He added.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Why tonight?” Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.” The stalker explained. “If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Lord Matthew scoffed. “So you have little over an hour to ambush him...” He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Gear up.” Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. “Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.” He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
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At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
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“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!” Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…” He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. “Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?” He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.” The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
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Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
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“I should kill you for what you’ve done.” The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
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“And I-I... very well deserve it…” Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
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“You would like that, wouldn’t you.” Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
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The stalker struggled to get back up. “I can… fix this!” He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
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The paladin turned his back against the stalker. “You’ve done more than enough.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. “Any news?” Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
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The rogue seemed rather distressed. “Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.” He explained. “Half of our troops left with him.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. “I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.” He turned to Rajnish again. “And you…” The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. “If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. “This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.” The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. “She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
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Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
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Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Spiritual Overload==&lt;br /&gt;
Approximately 20 days ago, Niflheim saw an increase in the appearance of restless and hostile spirits. Now, reports of said spirits and even adventurers being attacked by a powerful, unseen force are on the rise.&lt;br /&gt;
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Travelers point to the deceased Archmage Mystra's castle as having a possible relation to the influx of spirits. Allegedly, twenty three days ago, while waiting for the alignment of the stars Muspelheim is bound to, lightning and explosions were spotted coming from within the castle. Shortly after, the increase in spirits began to occur.&lt;br /&gt;
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We tried contacting Dark Allegiance Councilman Lord Matthew, owner of most of the properties in Niflheim Square, for an interview regarding the recent incidents, but we were not able to find him. Head Councilman Lord Melot informed us Matthew was currently not well of health, and thus unavailable.&lt;br /&gt;
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After King Ernst's press conference on the twenty seventh, where he expressed his concerns regarding the new dangers Niflheim presents to the public, a group of Rune-Midgard soldiers were sent to investigate the abandoned castle.&lt;br /&gt;
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Just last night, we learned eighteen of the twenty soldiers perished inside the castle. The two survivors are still in the Intensive Care Unit of the Prontera Hospital, but exclusive, anonymous reports indicate that apparently, they were brutally attacked by dark creatures, presumably spirits, that inhabited the castle.&lt;br /&gt;
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The King visited each of the deceased &amp;amp; injured soldiers' families today, expressing his condolences and offering to help the families in any way he could. His press secretary announced in an interview they would be sending another crew to investigate and, if possible, to recover the bodies.&lt;br /&gt;
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Volunteers interested in assisting may join, but are warned of the horrors that lurk inside the castle. The soldiers will be departing from Niflheim to Mystra's Castle.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Mystra's Castle===&lt;br /&gt;
Mystra's Castle&lt;br /&gt;
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Yesterday, a group of heroes, led by recently-promoted International Agent Adelaide, ventured into the abandoned Mystra's Castle. In it, they discovered the building was booby trapped, powerful necromancy kept the earlier expedition crew alive, and the doors to some parts of the castle were hexed shut.&lt;br /&gt;
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An old spirit warned the crew that the castle had been defiled with sinister magic, and the keys of an organ that opens the doors had been hidden. After finding them in relatively simple locations, Adelaide deduced whoever had been in the castle wanted the team to succeed.&lt;br /&gt;
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The team ran up the east tower to find a swirling black vortex of energy at the rooftop. It seemed to attract the spirits and undead, making them restless. After destroying it, Adelaide and the group scoured the rest of the castle for more vortices, eventually destroying them all, and finding something else.&lt;br /&gt;
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In the deepest part of the castle they encountered a broken down wall, which revealed a tunnel lead to an ominous-looking chamber. A lone pedestal stood at the center. Adelaide deduced the intruders took whatever was on it.&lt;br /&gt;
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On their way back to the entrance of the castle, the team battled the entity that had recently been attacking both the spirits and the living: A reaper, most likely sent by Hel herself to put the ghosts to rest. As if that wasn't enough, the creatures within the castle were in an uproar over the destruction of the vortices. The group of heroes bravely fought hundreds of fiends that sought to escape the castle, eventually defeating them all.&lt;br /&gt;
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It is still not known who intruded upon the castle, but alarmists claim we will know soon enough.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;You called, sir?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Tiamat informed me of your findings.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Yes.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;No one recognized the rest of the undead knights?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;No, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Hmm, thanks, and stay undercover. Adelaide doesn't trust either allegiance's investigators.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Yes, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' Mystra's castle was left open for all heroes to explore for approximately two weeks after this event ended.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fragments of Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Walking along a lonely road of a desert canyon town, Ostellos and a hooded Lord Matthew talked about their antics at Mystra's castle.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;What does she plan to do now?&amp;quot; The lord knight asked, in a hushed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;She'll retrieve the fragment, one way or another.&amp;quot; The scholar responded, nonchallantly.&lt;br /&gt;
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Matthew stopped and looked straight at Ostellos' face. &amp;quot;Amaria's now in charge of Fairyland's defense system. Those golems are not to be trifled with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos chuckled, haughtily. &amp;quot;We do not 'trifle' with anyone. We will take advantage of their preparations for the auction retrieve what was taken from Mystra's castle.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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==Blast from the Past==&lt;br /&gt;
Earlier tonight in fairyland, a stolen Airship violently crashed into Fairyland Palace's west section. An emergency broadcast was promptly issued and adventurers from across Midgard were called upon, arriving in Fairyland to help reinforce the palace. Along with the head of the golem defense system, Amaria, they secured the main rooms and protected Pixie from a group of invaders.&lt;br /&gt;
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The attackers used summoning scrolls to sic all sorts of fiery beasts on the reinforcements, among other diversions. Amaria and the group apprehended the attackers and chased the remaining ones to the vaults, where they found a mysterious man holding a large mirror fragment.&lt;br /&gt;
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The man revealed himself as the once-deceased Ostellos, the reason why a portal to Muspelheim opens every week in Niflheim. According to him, he has returned to take back the world for the Dark God Erebos. After seducing several members of the reinforcements to join him, Ostellos ordered his newfound allies to fight Amaria and the reinforcements. They were quickly defeated, however, much to Ostellos' chagrin. Considering the bested allies to be weak, Ostellos turned on them, before being defeated as well.&lt;br /&gt;
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In the end, Ostellos and the remaining followers escaped with the mysterious mirror fragment. Some claim Lord Matthew was present in the attack and assisting Ostellos, but it has not yet been confirmed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Some time after the attack, allied forces raided the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters and detained councilmen Sir Melot and Rajnish to be questioned thoroughly. Under the international law commonly known as &amp;quot;Veritable Emergency&amp;quot;, approved during Kushiel's reign of terror, any citizen can be detained during an attack of this type, without the right for bond or to be tried in court. Warrants to detain councilmen Ciar, Matthew and Tiamat have also been issued, but their whereabouts are unknown.&lt;br /&gt;
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Light Allegiance Head Councilwoman Lady Thea has made the following statement regarding the recent events:&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Tonight the world has come to learn an unsettling fact. Ostellos roams this realm free again. A man who promises a golden age, but will only bring death and destruction in an attempt to rebuild the world in Erebos' image. A man who, under any circumstance, cannot be trusted... I urge the Dark Allegiance to reveal any information they might have regarding this dangerous man, and to work together with us to put a stop to him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Regarding the stolen mirror fragment, it is currently unknown what its use is or why they want it, though it's assumed it will be used for nefarious means. Pixie claimed to not even know they had it hidden within the palace vaults and promised a thorough investigation would take place to find out how they obtained it.&lt;br /&gt;
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It was only a few months ago when Midgard was threatened with destruction. Now a new danger has risen and is on the move. Adventurers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into the wilds.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
Odin had given a prophecy during a fight with Surtur in Prontera. He spoke of Fairy Lucretia and a certain “Cloaked Schemer”, who would bring war and desolation if they were not stopped. Heroes from both allegiances form an uneasy alliance to strike down a common foe who could not be allowed to continue demonizing the land around them. This is the story of the &amp;quot;Cloaked Schemer&amp;quot; who came to be known as Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Danger on the High Seas - The Turtle General's Dilemma==&lt;br /&gt;
Terror struck one of Kiel Hyre's cargo ships when on the seas near Turtle Island, the crew was attacked by the Turtle General and his army. The invading reptiles threw everyone overboard and hijacked the ship, stealing over 400 Million zeny worth of ores and stones. Fortunately, everyone carried butterfly wings, and were able to return to Alberta safely.&lt;br /&gt;
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Victims claim the Turtle General asked for forgiveness when attacking, making the incident even more confusing. If the General only attacks those who interrupt the peace of Turtle Island, why was he going out of his way to steal a cargo ship full of ores and stones?&lt;br /&gt;
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Due to the incident, authorities warn those in port towns to be careful, in case the turtles attack again.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later, the Turtle General attacked Beacon Island. His target: a cargo ship full of ores. As the heroes defended the town, they questioned his reasons for stealing ores. The turtle explained that a dark-robed man came to his kingdom in the middle of the night and stole baby turtle eggs, disrupting the life cycle of the species. He threatened to destroy the eggs unless the Turtle General brought him mass amounts of ores and stones.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Heroes promised to find the Turtle Eggs and return them to Turtle Island, but first they had an appointment to speak with Lord Matthew in Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
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The following day, Lord Matthew stood at the town square, ready to answer questions regarding the accusations of the Turtle General. Several darksiders offered their alibi, but it seemed not everyone believed the Crimson Lord was innocent.&lt;br /&gt;
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Determined to prove his innocence, Lord Matthew granted the heroes access to all of the properties he owned in Niflheim. However, in less than one minute, the high priestess Sheena Archer found various turtle eggs in the tool dealer building. When confronted with the possibility of being taken to prison, the Lord Knight attempted to flee. The creator Maya hurled acid bombs at Matthew, forcing him to retaliate, but with the help of Sacerdos Signat and Sheena Archer, they managed to subdue the man.&lt;br /&gt;
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Now in prison and awaiting a preliminary hearing, Lord Matthew refused to talk to anyone. Several people, not just those from the dark allegiance, claimed the man being framed, but it is now all up to the courts of the Kingdom of Rune-Midgard to decide on the Crimson Lord's future.&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile, the rest of the Turtle Generals eggs are still missing. The Rune-Midgard Government had offered a reward for whoever finds the eggs to encourage people to help out. The eggs were later to be found at the following locations: Mao (The East Comodo Cave), the Luluka Forest, and at the Border of the Papuchica Forest. Rune-Midgard authorities returned the eggs to the shores of Turtle Island for the Turtle General to take wherever they belong, and appeasing the monster from further attacks away from his Island.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Impending Firestorm==&lt;br /&gt;
Reports came in that for the past few weeks, Thor Volcano has been spewing more smoke and ash than usual. While it creates splendid sunsets, there have been concerns for the safety of the residents of the surrounding region. People with respiratory problems are advised to wear some sort of mask to protect themselves.&lt;br /&gt;
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The recent volcanic activity has also been accompanied by minor earthquakes in the region. Some of the volcano-dwelling creatures have been spotted outside of their natural habitat. Travelers were asked to be careful when traveling near the Veins' Wasteland.&lt;br /&gt;
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Eventually, Thor Volcano spewed ash more than ever, a strong magnitude 4.8 earthquake rattled Arunafeltz and the surrounding areas, prompting a group of heroes to visit the volcano to check what was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
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Strong mechanical sounds, mainly drilling, were heard from inside, followed by a massive explosion. A hooded man dressed in dark robes ran out of the entrance to the Volcano, with several golems trailing behind him. The man yelled &amp;quot;The Dark Allegiance will prevail!&amp;quot; as he was chased northeast, to Rachel.&lt;br /&gt;
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The heroes attempted to subdue him various times, but the man would not give up. After much shouts in praise to Erebos he finally made it to Rachel, quickly getting lost within the crowds.&lt;br /&gt;
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It was revealed shortly after that some of the automatons the man controlled walked into Veins carrying large amounts of ores. They headed for a ship waiting in the south and sailed off before the Arunafeltz Coast Guard could catch them.&lt;br /&gt;
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The general populace begin to question if Lord Matthew is in prison for having the Turtle General steal ores, who is this other man? Is he a follower of the Crimson Lord, or a man who framed him as some claim?&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
Fairy Lucretia and those who joined the Wingless raided the Rekenber Company Laboratory. The Company's spokesperson would not shed light on what the artifact was, and limited himself to only informing that they, “ran out the front entrance, overcoming all security measures.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Simultaneously, someone else had broken into the Rekenber building, presumably the same scholar responsible for Thor's Volcano acting up. He used golems to steal massive amounts of Orichalcum and other ores. Upon exiting the building and after shouting praises to the god Erebos, he set off a bomb that blew up a section of the second floor, killing three people and leaving approximately five injured. The cloaked man escaped in a warp portal with the ores, leaving several golems behind to cause further destruction.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Search For The Unknown==&lt;br /&gt;
One of the five members of the Dark Allegiance Council walked out of the Prontera Court a free man at last. Lord Matthew, also known as The Crimson Lord by his followers, or Lord Macho by his fan club, was absolved of the crimes he was charged with, regarding the disappearance of The Turtle Island eggs many months earlier. The weekly protests in front of the Court and Prison did not daunt the Justice System, nor did the clear evidence that the man now known as The Golemancer was actually responsible for the crime.&lt;br /&gt;
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With a faint smile denoting triumph, he offered a few words to the press.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Today, I walk out of this house of injustice a free man. My stay here was prolonged unnecessarily despite the evidence absolving me, however, as a sign that I am the better man, I forgive the Rune-Midgard Government, and will not sue them. I will, however, take the opportunity to send a message to this 'Golemancer'.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Dark Allegiance Council, composed of Ciar, Melot, Rajnish, Tiamat, and I, have decided to use all of our resources to find you. If you wish to make things easier for you, turn yourself over to the International Courts.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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During an exclusive interview with Lady Thea this morning, she expressed her worries at The Golemancer's attempts to bring down the relative peace established with the Dark Allegiance. She mentioned discussing with the other members of the Council of the Light Allegiance to help bring The Golemancer to justice, and would announce the results of their talks &amp;quot;soon&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Somewhere in Payon later that evening the Dark Allegiance council met again for the first time together in many months. Lord Matthew did not appreciate that the meeting was not held at his residence in Niflheim, but the soon to ensue argument was quelled by Melot himself. He informed the group that he had recently sent Tiamat to speak with Thea in secret. The enchantress explained that, “Thea only limited herself to saying she would try her best to reach a consensus among her council.” She also added later that Thea also made mention that a member from her allegiance could provide the identity of The Golemancer and a press conference would be held in the following days.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot would make special note that it was important they did not let the Golemancer die a hero of the Light Allegiance and to do things by the law this time, or else people will grow to detest the group further.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Behind Closed Doors==&lt;br /&gt;
It was the Light side's turn to fight monsters for the Allegiance Competition. The participants entered the combat room, while the spectators -- Mostly high-ranking Light and Dark members -- were segregated as usual, watching from their respective balconies.&lt;br /&gt;
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Shortly after the end of the third wave, a waiter arrived. He offered drinks to everyone, and after Lady Thea took one, he shook her hand and complimented her work for the Light Side. She smiled, and closed her right hand tightly as she waited for the people around her to pay attention to the fights. Once everyone was distracted, she opened her hand and unfolded a piece of paper.&lt;br /&gt;
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It simply read: ''&amp;quot;We must talk. I'll be at the old combat room. - M&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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With a sigh, Thea walked off for the mentioned room. There, among debris from old monster fights, stood Sir Melot, dressed in a tuxedo like the other spectators.&lt;br /&gt;
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Sir Melot wanted to discuss with Lady Thea her plans regarding the Golemancer and the full plans on how they would reveal his identity. Thea gave her response, and Melot reminded her that for the sake of their current peace between them that the man must be “ended.” Thea disagreed utilizing the death sentence even against one such as the Golemancer. She added as well that Nereus and Maristella made it difficult to bring the council to consensus on working in an alliance with the Dark Allegiance. She reminded Melot that she already informed Tiamat of the same information. &lt;br /&gt;
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They then spoke of Odin, and each asked the other if they had received any further news of threats they may face in the far future. But he had not, and was too busy testing the heroes currently to prove their worth to not only himself, but Freya and Loki too. The two leaders tone then turned to worry as they spoke of a seal, and a fiend that hid behind it. But just what they meant exactly would not be spoken aloud as a bell sounded, and Thea decided to return to her seat before anyone noticed her gone too long.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later that week, a man claiming to know The Golemancer's identity sent communications to several news media. He declared the man had until September 14 to turn himself over to the authorities to face justice for his crimes, or he would personally reveal his identity, and &amp;quot;let the wolves come for him&amp;quot;. This man wished to remain anonymous until the 14th.&lt;br /&gt;
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If he holds true to what he said, The Golemancer's secret identity had its days counted.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Keeping Yuno Afloat==&lt;br /&gt;
The Golemancer remained hidden, and his identity revealed by a long-time friend of his.&lt;br /&gt;
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A group of heroes arrived at Thanatos Tower to meet with Arriel, the man that seemed to know who The Golemancer was. He went on to explain the reason why the man was after the dark side.&lt;br /&gt;
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When Satan Morroc was resurrected, the desert sands of Morroc swallowed The Golemancer's friends. He spent several months in a psychiatric hospital, and was never the same afterward.&lt;br /&gt;
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Despite the clear evidence the Dandelion group -- not the dark side -- was behind Satan Morroc's awakening, The Golemancer strongly believed otherwise. After explaining the man's origin story (so to speak), Arriel revealed his name: Kushiel. He was last known to live in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar, who was with the group, wanted to go visit the house by himself, but the heroes didn't trust him to search for evidence alone. At Kushiel's house, they found a diary. Everyone thought it obviously suspicious that such an important belonging was simply left behind, but listened to Ciar as he read the last entries out loud.&lt;br /&gt;
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Mostly, the diary talked of Kushiel's thoughts against Fairy Amdusias' invasion of Rune-Midgard, and a dislike of the two Allegiances acting like sports teams. The last entry however, talked of his next target: Yuno's Ymir Heart Pieces. They would, according to him, help make the perfect golems. He would use these to attack the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters and bring about a &amp;quot;new age&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Having apparently not left enough clues, Kushiel also wrote the date of when he'd march into Yuno to take the heart pieces. Next friday, the 20th. Ciar took the diary to allegedly hand it to the international authorities.&lt;br /&gt;
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Everyone was advised to be on high alert in the following days. If Ymir's Heart Pieces were ever taken from Yuno, the city would fall from the sky.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later at Ciar’s Mansion...&lt;br /&gt;
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The scholar paced one of the rooms while Tiamat looked through Kushiel’s diary that they had recently acquired and soon turn over to the international authorities the next day. They shared the notions that clearly the evidence was meant to lead them astray but they had nothing else to go on, and that they cannot let the schemer advance further in his plans.&lt;br /&gt;
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Tiamat would agree to assist with the upcoming attack against Yuno and Ciar requested that she try to bring back a golem for him to study the memory scroll technology Kushiel employed on his rock and clay creations.&lt;br /&gt;
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=Judge, Jury, Executioner=&lt;br /&gt;
==Dictatorial Masterminds==&lt;br /&gt;
Just as some suspected, the announced attack on Yuno was not what it seemed to be. It was merely a distraction that allowed Kushiel to march into Rachel's Holy Ground. As the group of heroes stood between Kushiel and the Ymir's Heart Fragments, he delivered a &amp;quot;warning&amp;quot; to the heroes:&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Stay away from me, and live to see another day. Stand in my way, and be destroyed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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In the end, his golems managed to keep the heroes busy long enough to steal several Ymir's Heart Fragments and flee. If his claims to destroy the Dark Allegiance are true, he is one step closer to his goal.&lt;br /&gt;
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Just after these attacks, Lady Thea announced the Light Allegiance Council decided to join forces with the Dark Allegiance to capture the man.&lt;br /&gt;
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Then Somewhere in the Light Allegiance's Headquarters in Aldebaran...&lt;br /&gt;
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The council member and Sniper, Maristella, busted through the doors into Thea’s office to shout her disapproval of Thea’s decision to join forces with the Dark Allegiance and that the leader of the Light Allegiance was quick to always work with them in recent times. The High Priest Nereus, also in the room before Maristella’s outburst then explained on Thea’s behalf that they made the decision without her, and that he himself is responsible.&lt;br /&gt;
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They then attempt to justify their actions without causing the Sniper further anger by stating she was not the most “level-headed.” This lead to Maristella snapping back and asking for the comment, and Nereus to point out her flaws in handling “Lord Matthew.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Thea then spoke of the importance of removing Kushiel from acting at large because he was clearly not mentally stable, and tarnishing the Light Allegiance’s image by “playing judge, jury and executioner” on their behalf. Maristella would calm herself and asked that in the future she not be left uninformed.&lt;br /&gt;
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During the Same time but at the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters in Prontera...&lt;br /&gt;
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Stalker Rajnish shouted to his guards to watch every corner of the building with their life.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Yes, sir!&amp;quot;'' The guards shouted in unison.&lt;br /&gt;
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Lord Matthew, who was next to him, spoke in a low voice, so as not to be heard and asking if his fellow council member even planned to pay them overtime.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;The hell I am.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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==Collision==&lt;br /&gt;
The corridors of the Dark Allegiance's hallways lay desolate. Not only did the traffic of people lower substantially, everything of value had been taken to a more safe location. Only those stationed to protect the building stood by, ever-brave, and ever-underpaid.&lt;br /&gt;
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Every day that passed without Kushiel attacking the Dark Allegiance, was a day filled with tension, for some feared what he was planning. The Dark Allegiance's council refused to leave the building, as it would allegedly represent an act of cowardly surrender. They also had something in store for Kushiel, the Golemancer...&lt;br /&gt;
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Far from the haughty bustling Lighthalzen, on an island to its south, the whirrs and clinkering of machines shattered the silence of the overgrown ruins.&lt;br /&gt;
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A professor, dressed in light blue, spoke through a device in his ear. ''&amp;quot;We're leaving for Prontera, Amaria. Final status report?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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A female, robotic voice replied through the device. ''&amp;quot;Running Diagnostics...&amp;quot;'' The system checked the scholar's machines for any problems. ''&amp;quot;No issues detected. The recent installment is fully functional.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Perfect.&amp;quot;'' He murmured, as he boarded his ship and departed from the abandoned laboratory. ''&amp;quot;Remember the commands.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Commands already saved. Take care.&amp;quot;''  &lt;br /&gt;
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==Irreconcilable Differences==&lt;br /&gt;
Kushiel stormed into the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters southeast of Prontera. The heroes had a plan were such an attack to occur, and lured him to an arena, where he was ambushed by Rajnish of the Dark Council.&lt;br /&gt;
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The two fought fiercely after exchanging words, but in the end, Rajnish managed to defeat him using old magical contraptions known as Seal Forces and Trap Forces. Lord Matthew, with great satisfaction, cuffed Kushiel, who was warped to Yuno to be taken to the International Courts.&lt;br /&gt;
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No one expected what would happen next, however.&lt;br /&gt;
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The defeated golems that were left inside the Dark Allegiance's headquarters began to blow up. Everyone ran for the exit as fast as they could, but not all could make it. Currently, more than 25 were confirmed dead, from both allegiances. Several survivors were found in the rubble, among them, Rajnish. These were taken to the nearest hospital.&lt;br /&gt;
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Reports indicated Rajnish's condition as grave, but stable. Most others were not faring well, however.&lt;br /&gt;
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The security measures at Yuno's prison have increased drastically since The Golemancer was interned. A preliminary hearing would be held, though some received reports he will choose to waive said hearing and proceed directly to trial.&lt;br /&gt;
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The sentence for only Kushiel's most recent act is death, but several Light Allegiance members have already raised their voice in protest, with their usual claims against the death sentence. They also claimed Kushiel is not mentally stable (and thus unfit to stand trial), suggesting he return to a mental institution instead.&lt;br /&gt;
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We tried getting a response from Sir Melot regarding the attack, as well as his opinion on the Lightsiders' opposition to Kushiel's possible death sentence.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;This man is a threat to the world. He has hijacked ships, stolen valuable ores, risked an eruption of Thor Volcano by drilling into it, armed the fairies for their invasion of Rune-Midgard, stole a fragment of Ymir's Heart from Cheshrummir, and now killed all these people to punish us. He cannot possibly be allowed to live. It is an outrage to even have such a thought!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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With The Golemancer captured, the temporary alliance between the two allegiances ends. Only the foreshadowing of possible future conflicts remain, over the life or death of one man.&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Trial of the Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Three days ago, I stopped by Lighthalzen to meet a boy. According to his mother, he used to eat his veggies, play outside with his friends often, and cheer excitedly for his father when the man would participate in marathons. Typical, run-of-the-mill boy of eight years. But his behavior and mental health had taken a turn for the worse.&lt;br /&gt;
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The boy's father, a brilliant scientist and locally famous marathon runner, happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time about two months ago. During an attack on Rekenber Labs, he suffered serious head trauma, and lost both his legs. He could no longer walk, nor perform the simplest of daily activities. Witnessing one's father's health turn for the worse like that does one no good. Imagine how the boy must have felt one month later when his father died. He does not play outside, he does not eat or sleep well, and his grades have dropped drastically.&lt;br /&gt;
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And now, this man we know as The Golemancer, who openly accepted and flaunted about perpetrating these attacks on Rekenber -- among other places -- stands accused for this laundry list of crimes. ... ... ...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Just a short bit of the prosecution's 25-minute-long opening statement yesterday. And with that, Kushiel's trial began.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;If trying to cleanse the world of evil is wrong, then so be it. I am gladly guilty of all crimes I'm charged with comitting.&amp;quot;'' Kushiel fearlessly told the judge. ''&amp;quot;So... do I get sentenced to death or what?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile at the Prontera General Hospital...&lt;br /&gt;
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Tiamat and Sir Melot stood by Rajnish, who was in critical condition, but with signs of improvement.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;They better sentence him to death.&amp;quot;'' Melot commented. ''&amp;quot;There's no other option.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I hope they do as well, but the Light Side wants him to rot in prison instead. We'll have to avoid excessive conflict with them if we want to keep the fiend in check.&amp;quot;'' Tiamat replied, worried about bigger issues than Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot sighed. ''&amp;quot;There will be whatever conflict necessary if they choose to let him live.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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The High Wizard shook her head in disappointment. ''&amp;quot;I'll check on the seal, then...&amp;quot;'' She murmured, leaving the room.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' Players were allowed to persuade others via forum post as to why the courts should sentence Kushiel the Golemancer to death or not. Lady Thea and Melot also weighed in and players were given another opportunity to clarify their position.&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Golemancer's Sentence==&lt;br /&gt;
After long deliberation in The Golemancer trial, the jury came to a verdict: Life in prison.&lt;br /&gt;
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Dark Allegiance members were outraged, with some threatening to Protest at Yuno starting tomorrow morning. The majority of Light Allegiance members seem to be satisfied with the outcome. We interviewed Lady Thea shortly after the verdict was announced, and expressed her bittersweet feelings regarding the issue.&lt;br /&gt;
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''I am neither satisfied nor disappointed. This won't repair all that The Golemancer has caused, but it will put a stop to him and prevent him from causing more destruction. I hoped he would be sent back to a mental institution, but I accept the Jury's decision. I hope we can find out soon where his hideout was, as well as the whereabouts of his remaining golems and Ymir's Heart Pieces.''&lt;br /&gt;
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We tried to interview Sir Melot, Lord Matthew and Ciar as they exited a mansion in Rachel, but only Lord Matthew made a statement.&lt;br /&gt;
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''We were foolish to trust the International Courts to do what was right. I will rally the masses and protest until they hear us out and revoke the sentence of that madman. This isn't over for him!''&lt;br /&gt;
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==Rebellious Retaliation==&lt;br /&gt;
Keyboard clicks and mechanical blips sounded off inside an abandoned building. Golems stood behind a female figure as she typed.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Data successfully shredded. Golem systems fully functional...&amp;quot;'' The female figure thought as she stood up and placed an explosive device on the computer.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;We're coming to save you, Kushiel. You must finish what you started.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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As she walked away, a faint magic circle glowed behind her back.&lt;br /&gt;
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At the same time in the sky floating city of Yuno...&lt;br /&gt;
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The Dark Allegiance protest the sentence the Golemancer received. Maristella, a group of Light Siders and concerned citizens arriv at Yuno to counter-protest. A heated argument between the leaders Maristella and Matthew begins.&lt;br /&gt;
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It soon turned into a street brawl between the two allegiances after a hooded woman questioned Matthew's acquired fortune and insulted his brother.&lt;br /&gt;
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While the two allegiances fought, the guards tried to break up the fights. It was at this time that a woman leading Kushiel's golems attacked the prison and helped him escape. The brawling allegiances teamed up and helped take the woman down, but Kushiel couldn't be found. A dangerous amount of prisoners also escaped while everyone was fending off the golems.&lt;br /&gt;
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The captured woman was taken to an undisclosed location to be questioned. Once again, the search for the Golemancer is on, as Odin's predictions on this ''&amp;quot;Cloaked Schemer&amp;quot;'' ring true every time.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later...&lt;br /&gt;
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At a private hospital room in Prontera, Ciar gave a now-awake Rajnish details of Kushiel's sentence, when all of a sudden, a Dark Allegiance messenger barged in.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Kushiel escaped from Prison!&amp;quot;'' the man exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar's face turned from calm to infuriated in an instant. ''&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot;'' he yelled, accidentally making several lightbulbs blow up.&lt;br /&gt;
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Still cringing from the &amp;quot;light show&amp;quot;, the messenger explained the situation.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish scoffed. ''&amp;quot;What the hell is wrong with these prisons nowadays!?&amp;quot;'' He shouted as he lay on the hospital bed. ''&amp;quot;They should have listened to us and just killed him... This is what they get!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile...&lt;br /&gt;
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At a Schwartzvald Federal questioning room in an undisclosed location, the woman responsible for freeing Kushiel sat down. The room, like many of its kind, were enchanted to prevent the casting of spells or usage of dangerous skills. Several guards stood by the door however, for additional security.&lt;br /&gt;
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Lord Matthew and Maristella entered the room. They looked at her, still bruised from their earlier battle.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Well, let's start with a simple question. Who are you?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked, as he simply just looked at her.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;My name is Amaria.&amp;quot;'' The woman replied, without giving it a second thought.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Why have you freed Kushiel?&amp;quot;'' Maristella asked, as stern as Matthew did.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I believe his goal to do away with scum like that man there is one that he must finish at all costs.&amp;quot;'' Amaria replied, faintly pointing her index finger at the crimson lord knight.&lt;br /&gt;
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Matthew now glared at her, shaking his head. ''&amp;quot;You can control his golems. How long have you been working with him?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Kushiel created me. Since my birth, I've had full control of his golems.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Maristella tilted her head slightly. ''&amp;quot;Created you...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Amaria nodded, calmly. ''&amp;quot;I am similar to what Kiel Hyre would call a 'fourth generation robot'. The memory scroll I use was created from Kushiel's memories of his best friend. I look and behave as she would, and even bear her name. My main job is to make sure that his golems, as well as Fairyland's, are working in perfect conditions.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Matthew facepalmed and murmured to Maristella. ''&amp;quot;Another sociopath that works for the fae.&amp;quot;'' He turned his face to look at the robot lady. ''&amp;quot;Where is Kushiel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I don't know, and even if I did, I wouldn't tell you.&amp;quot;'' the female bot replied, smiling ever so faintly. ''&amp;quot;My connection to the golems has been cut off since you captured me. He won't be happy to know he can't find me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;What are Kushiel's plans now?&amp;quot;'' The female sniper inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Tell me, do you visit your brother's grave often?&amp;quot;'' the robot woman asked Matthew.&lt;br /&gt;
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The lord knight quickly unsheathed his crimson Naght Sieger blade and stopped it within an inch of Amaria's neck. ''&amp;quot;Anything else you want to ask me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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The guards grabbed Matthew and dragged him out of the room, as Maristella sighed and rubbed her temples. Amaria smiled sinisterly, only muttering an ominous comment. ''&amp;quot;Kushiel will do great things, just you wait...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' There was an event after this for players to assist the authorities in capturing Escaped Convicts and Criminals roaming on various maps.&lt;br /&gt;
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===A Moment of Weakness Leads To...===&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Your time's up, Kushiel. I'm coming for you.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' This leads to the starting events of [[Shadows of a Bygone Yesteryear]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Chase for the Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
The front doors of the Schwartzvald Federal Building opened. A woman stepped out, putting on her sunglasses.&lt;br /&gt;
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She walked through the busy streets, heading for the Warper Company employee.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;To Rachel, please.&amp;quot;'' She said, handing over 250 zeny.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:'''This led up to a special, limited time quest called the [[Golemancer Quest]]. The first ten players that completed this quest were rewarded with Enriched Ore x5, Event Bag x3, and Old Card Album x1 in addition to all the normal quest rewards. To view the guide - [[Golemancer_Quest|Click Here!]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Zero Hour Approaching==&lt;br /&gt;
A warp portal opened up just outside the Administrative Office of the Midgard Expedition Camp. Adelaide stepped out, with her troops following behind. She met with a pink-haired woman inside the building.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;You've finally arrived.&amp;quot;'' The woman exclaimed, slowly fluttering her wings.&lt;br /&gt;
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Adelaide shook her head, and took a deep breath. ''&amp;quot;Sorry Pixie. There were some delays, but we're ready now. How are your troops doing?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Pixie's expression turned slightly more sombre. ''&amp;quot;They're ready to defend the camp at any cost.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Kushiel may attack at any moment.&amp;quot;'' Adelaide reminded the fairy. ''&amp;quot;Let's have our troops do some training exercises.&amp;quot;'' She added, as she turned around and exited the building.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Zero Hour Commences==&lt;br /&gt;
What everyone feared came to pass. Kushiel, otherwise known as The Golemancer, arrived in Midcamp with his machines and decimated Adelaide &amp;amp; Pixie's troops as he marched onward to Yggdrasil. His Goal: Unseal Niddhoggur's Shadow and release it on the Dark Allegiance.&lt;br /&gt;
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Pixie and Adelaide marched on with the remaining troops to Yggdrasil's Root, where they quickly caught up to The Golemancer. After futilely trying to persuade the Light Siders to join his cause, Kushiel attacked.&lt;br /&gt;
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After a long fight, the heroes defeated the golems, dreamstone crystals and Kushiel himself. He fell on his knees, causing the piece of Ymir's Heart to fall from his pockets. Upon touching the fragment, The Golemancer began to shake violently, as he began blurting out cryptic messages and changing skin color.&lt;br /&gt;
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With his body undergoing some sort of transformation, he dove deeper into Yggdrasil, shouting phrases alluding to Gods' lying to the people of Midgard.&lt;br /&gt;
The heroes found Kushiel beyond a great waterfall. The power of Ymir's Heart piece had transformed him into a four-hooved blue-fiery creature, no longer wanting to destroy the dark allegiance after an alleged vision. He now wanted to return Midgard to zero, where there were no gods to &amp;quot;pull strings&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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After a fierce battle for the fate of the world, Kushiel finally fell, turning into pure energy and dissipating into Yggdrasil. Adelaide and several other wounded were taken to a hospital after being warped back to town. Many wonder if Kushiel's claims of Midgard being constantly manipulated by the gods were true, to which some have replied the world has to be grateful to Odin in the first place, for warning about The Golemancer's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
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Amaria will be released from prison in the following days for the information she provided that let to Kushiel's defeat. Pixie has announced she will be in charge of maintaining Fairyland's Security Systems. She was also tasked by the Tripatriate Union in the New World to disable the remaining golems roaming around Splendide's Fields and Yggdrasil's Root, as they have gone haywire without a master.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Dark Allegiance has announced they will begin the rebuilding of their Headquarters in Prontera next week, while the Light Allegiance commended the heroes for their bravery in taking down the twisted Light Sider. Everything seems to be going back to normal in our fragile blue world.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
Odin had given a prophecy during a fight with Surtur in Prontera. He spoke of Fairy Lucretia and a certain “Cloaked Schemer”, who would bring war and desolation if they were not stopped. Heroes from both allegiances form an uneasy alliance to strike down a common foe who could not be allowed to continue demonizing the land around them. This is the story of the &amp;quot;Cloaked Schemer&amp;quot; who came to be known as Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Danger on the High Seas - The Turtle General's Dilemma==&lt;br /&gt;
Terror struck one of Kiel Hyre's cargo ships when on the seas near Turtle Island, the crew was attacked by the Turtle General and his army. The invading reptiles threw everyone overboard and hijacked the ship, stealing over 400 Million zeny worth of ores and stones. Fortunately, everyone carried butterfly wings, and were able to return to Alberta safely.&lt;br /&gt;
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Victims claim the Turtle General asked for forgiveness when attacking, making the incident even more confusing. If the General only attacks those who interrupt the peace of Turtle Island, why was he going out of his way to steal a cargo ship full of ores and stones?&lt;br /&gt;
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Due to the incident, authorities warn those in port towns to be careful, in case the turtles attack again.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later, the Turtle General attacked Beacon Island. His target: a cargo ship full of ores. As the heroes defended the town, they questioned his reasons for stealing ores. The turtle explained that a dark-robed man came to his kingdom in the middle of the night and stole baby turtle eggs, disrupting the life cycle of the species. He threatened to destroy the eggs unless the Turtle General brought him mass amounts of ores and stones.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Heroes promised to find the Turtle Eggs and return them to Turtle Island, but first they had an appointment to speak with Lord Matthew in Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
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The following day, Lord Matthew stood at the town square, ready to answer questions regarding the accusations of the Turtle General. Several darksiders offered their alibi, but it seemed not everyone believed the Crimson Lord was innocent.&lt;br /&gt;
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Determined to prove his innocence, Lord Matthew granted the heroes access to all of the properties he owned in Niflheim. However, in less than one minute, the high priestess Sheena Archer found various turtle eggs in the tool dealer building. When confronted with the possibility of being taken to prison, the Lord Knight attempted to flee. The creator Maya hurled acid bombs at Matthew, forcing him to retaliate, but with the help of Sacerdos Signat and Sheena Archer, they managed to subdue the man.&lt;br /&gt;
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Now in prison and awaiting a preliminary hearing, Lord Matthew refused to talk to anyone. Several people, not just those from the dark allegiance, claimed the man being framed, but it is now all up to the courts of the Kingdom of Rune-Midgard to decide on the Crimson Lord's future.&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile, the rest of the Turtle Generals eggs are still missing. The Rune-Midgard Government had offered a reward for whoever finds the eggs to encourage people to help out. The eggs were later to be found at the following locations: Mao (The East Comodo Cave), the Luluka Forest, and at the Border of the Papuchica Forest. Rune-Midgard authorities returned the eggs to the shores of Turtle Island for the Turtle General to take wherever they belong, and appeasing the monster from further attacks away from his Island.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Impending Firestorm==&lt;br /&gt;
Reports came in that for the past few weeks, Thor Volcano has been spewing more smoke and ash than usual. While it creates splendid sunsets, there have been concerns for the safety of the residents of the surrounding region. People with respiratory problems are advised to wear some sort of mask to protect themselves.&lt;br /&gt;
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The recent volcanic activity has also been accompanied by minor earthquakes in the region. Some of the volcano-dwelling creatures have been spotted outside of their natural habitat. Travelers were asked to be careful when traveling near the Veins' Wasteland.&lt;br /&gt;
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Eventually, Thor Volcano spewed ash more than ever, a strong magnitude 4.8 earthquake rattled Arunafeltz and the surrounding areas, prompting a group of heroes to visit the volcano to check what was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
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Strong mechanical sounds, mainly drilling, were heard from inside, followed by a massive explosion. A hooded man dressed in dark robes ran out of the entrance to the Volcano, with several golems trailing behind him. The man yelled &amp;quot;The Dark Allegiance will prevail!&amp;quot; as he was chased northeast, to Rachel.&lt;br /&gt;
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The heroes attempted to subdue him various times, but the man would not give up. After much shouts in praise to Erebos he finally made it to Rachel, quickly getting lost within the crowds.&lt;br /&gt;
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It was revealed shortly after that some of the automatons the man controlled walked into Veins carrying large amounts of ores. They headed for a ship waiting in the south and sailed off before the Arunafeltz Coast Guard could catch them.&lt;br /&gt;
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The general populace begin to question if Lord Matthew is in prison for having the Turtle General steal ores, who is this other man? Is he a follower of the Crimson Lord, or a man who framed him as some claim?&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
Fairy Lucretia and those who joined the Wingless raided the Rekenber Company Laboratory. The Company's spokesperson would not shed light on what the artifact was, and limited himself to only informing that they, “ran out the front entrance, overcoming all security measures.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Simultaneously, someone else had broken into the Rekenber building, presumably the same scholar responsible for Thor's Volcano acting up. He used golems to steal massive amounts of Orichalcum and other ores. Upon exiting the building and after shouting praises to the god Erebos, he set off a bomb that blew up a section of the second floor, killing three people and leaving approximately five injured. The cloaked man escaped in a warp portal with the ores, leaving several golems behind to cause further destruction.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Search For The Unknown==&lt;br /&gt;
One of the five members of the Dark Allegiance Council walked out of the Prontera Court a free man at last. Lord Matthew, also known as The Crimson Lord by his followers, or Lord Macho by his fan club, was absolved of the crimes he was charged with, regarding the disappearance of The Turtle Island eggs many months earlier. The weekly protests in front of the Court and Prison did not daunt the Justice System, nor did the clear evidence that the man now known as The Golemancer was actually responsible for the crime.&lt;br /&gt;
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With a faint smile denoting triumph, he offered a few words to the press.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Today, I walk out of this house of injustice a free man. My stay here was prolonged unnecessarily despite the evidence absolving me, however, as a sign that I am the better man, I forgive the Rune-Midgard Government, and will not sue them. I will, however, take the opportunity to send a message to this 'Golemancer'.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Dark Allegiance Council, composed of Ciar, Melot, Rajnish, Tiamat, and I, have decided to use all of our resources to find you. If you wish to make things easier for you, turn yourself over to the International Courts.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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During an exclusive interview with Lady Thea this morning, she expressed her worries at The Golemancer's attempts to bring down the relative peace established with the Dark Allegiance. She mentioned discussing with the other members of the Council of the Light Allegiance to help bring The Golemancer to justice, and would announce the results of their talks &amp;quot;soon&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Somewhere in Payon later that evening the Dark Allegiance council met again for the first time together in many months. Lord Matthew did not appreciate that the meeting was not held at his residence in Niflheim, but the soon to ensue argument was quelled by Melot himself. He informed the group that he had recently sent Tiamat to speak with Thea in secret. The enchantress explained that, “Thea only limited herself to saying she would try her best to reach a consensus among her council.” She also added later that Thea also made mention that a member from her allegiance could provide the identity of The Golemancer and a press conference would be held in the following days.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot would make special note that it was important they did not let the Golemancer die a hero of the Light Allegiance and to do things by the law this time, or else people will grow to detest the group further.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Behind Closed Doors==&lt;br /&gt;
It was the Light side's turn to fight monsters for the Allegiance Competition. The participants entered the combat room, while the spectators -- Mostly high-ranking Light and Dark members -- were segregated as usual, watching from their respective balconies.&lt;br /&gt;
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Shortly after the end of the third wave, a waiter arrived. He offered drinks to everyone, and after Lady Thea took one, he shook her hand and complimented her work for the Light Side. She smiled, and closed her right hand tightly as she waited for the people around her to pay attention to the fights. Once everyone was distracted, she opened her hand and unfolded a piece of paper.&lt;br /&gt;
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It simply read: ''&amp;quot;We must talk. I'll be at the old combat room. - M&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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With a sigh, Thea walked off for the mentioned room. There, among debris from old monster fights, stood Sir Melot, dressed in a tuxedo like the other spectators.&lt;br /&gt;
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Sir Melot wanted to discuss with Lady Thea her plans regarding the Golemancer and the full plans on how they would reveal his identity. Thea gave her response, and Melot reminded her that for the sake of their current peace between them that the man must be “ended.” Thea disagreed utilizing the death sentence even against one such as the Golemancer. She added as well that Nereus and Maristella made it difficult to bring the council to consensus on working in an alliance with the Dark Allegiance. She reminded Melot that she already informed Tiamat of the same information. &lt;br /&gt;
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They then spoke of Odin, and each asked the other if they had received any further news of threats they may face in the far future. But he had not, and was too busy testing the heroes currently to prove their worth to not only himself, but Freya and Loki too. The two leaders tone then turned to worry as they spoke of a seal, and a fiend that hid behind it. But just what they meant exactly would not be spoken aloud as a bell sounded, and Thea decided to return to her seat before anyone noticed her gone too long.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later that week, a man claiming to know The Golemancer's identity sent communications to several news media. He declared the man had until September 14 to turn himself over to the authorities to face justice for his crimes, or he would personally reveal his identity, and &amp;quot;let the wolves come for him&amp;quot;. This man wished to remain anonymous until the 14th.&lt;br /&gt;
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If he holds true to what he said, The Golemancer's secret identity had its days counted.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Keeping Yuno Afloat==&lt;br /&gt;
The Golemancer remained hidden, and his identity revealed by a long-time friend of his.&lt;br /&gt;
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A group of heroes arrived at Thanatos Tower to meet with Arriel, the man that seemed to know who The Golemancer was. He went on to explain the reason why the man was after the dark side.&lt;br /&gt;
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When Satan Morroc was resurrected, the desert sands of Morroc swallowed The Golemancer's friends. He spent several months in a psychiatric hospital, and was never the same afterward.&lt;br /&gt;
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Despite the clear evidence the Dandelion group -- not the dark side -- was behind Satan Morroc's awakening, The Golemancer strongly believed otherwise. After explaining the man's origin story (so to speak), Arriel revealed his name: Kushiel. He was last known to live in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar, who was with the group, wanted to go visit the house by himself, but the heroes didn't trust him to search for evidence alone. At Kushiel's house, they found a diary. Everyone thought it obviously suspicious that such an important belonging was simply left behind, but listened to Ciar as he read the last entries out loud.&lt;br /&gt;
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Mostly, the diary talked of Kushiel's thoughts against Fairy Amdusias' invasion of Rune-Midgard, and a dislike of the two Allegiances acting like sports teams. The last entry however, talked of his next target: Yuno's Ymir Heart Pieces. They would, according to him, help make the perfect golems. He would use these to attack the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters and bring about a &amp;quot;new age&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Having apparently not left enough clues, Kushiel also wrote the date of when he'd march into Yuno to take the heart pieces. Next friday, the 20th. Ciar took the diary to allegedly hand it to the international authorities.&lt;br /&gt;
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Everyone was advised to be on high alert in the following days. If Ymir's Heart Pieces were ever taken from Yuno, the city would fall from the sky.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later at Ciar’s Mansion...&lt;br /&gt;
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The scholar paced one of the rooms while Tiamat looked through Kushiel’s diary that they had recently acquired and soon turn over to the international authorities the next day. They shared the notions that clearly the evidence was meant to lead them astray but they had nothing else to go on, and that they cannot let the schemer advance further in his plans.&lt;br /&gt;
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Tiamat would agree to assist with the upcoming attack against Yuno and Ciar requested that she try to bring back a golem for him to study the memory scroll technology Kushiel employed on his rock and clay creations.&lt;br /&gt;
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=Judge, Jury, Executioner=&lt;br /&gt;
==Dictatorial Masterminds==&lt;br /&gt;
Just as some suspected, the announced attack on Yuno was not what it seemed to be. It was merely a distraction that allowed Kushiel to march into Rachel's Holy Ground. As the group of heroes stood between Kushiel and the Ymir's Heart Fragments, he delivered a &amp;quot;warning&amp;quot; to the heroes:&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Stay away from me, and live to see another day. Stand in my way, and be destroyed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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In the end, his golems managed to keep the heroes busy long enough to steal several Ymir's Heart Fragments and flee. If his claims to destroy the Dark Allegiance are true, he is one step closer to his goal.&lt;br /&gt;
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Just after these attacks, Lady Thea announced the Light Allegiance Council decided to join forces with the Dark Allegiance to capture the man.&lt;br /&gt;
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Then Somewhere in the Light Allegiance's Headquarters in Aldebaran...&lt;br /&gt;
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The council member and Sniper, Maristella, busted through the doors into Thea’s office to shout her disapproval of Thea’s decision to join forces with the Dark Allegiance and that the leader of the Light Allegiance was quick to always work with them in recent times. The High Priest Nereus, also in the room before Maristella’s outburst then explained on Thea’s behalf that they made the decision without her, and that he himself is responsible.&lt;br /&gt;
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They then attempt to justify their actions without causing the Sniper further anger by stating she was not the most “level-headed.” This lead to Maristella snapping back and asking for the comment, and Nereus to point out her flaws in handling “Lord Matthew.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Thea then spoke of the importance of removing Kushiel from acting at large because he was clearly not mentally stable, and tarnishing the Light Allegiance’s image by “playing judge, jury and executioner” on their behalf. Maristella would calm herself and asked that in the future she not be left uninformed.&lt;br /&gt;
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During the Same time but at the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters in Prontera...&lt;br /&gt;
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Stalker Rajnish shouted to his guards to watch every corner of the building with their life.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Yes, sir!&amp;quot;'' The guards shouted in unison.&lt;br /&gt;
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Lord Matthew, who was next to him, spoke in a low voice, so as not to be heard and asking if his fellow council member even planned to pay them overtime.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;The hell I am.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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==Collision==&lt;br /&gt;
The corridors of the Dark Allegiance's hallways lay desolate. Not only did the traffic of people lower substantially, everything of value had been taken to a more safe location. Only those stationed to protect the building stood by, ever-brave, and ever-underpaid.&lt;br /&gt;
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Every day that passed without Kushiel attacking the Dark Allegiance, was a day filled with tension, for some feared what he was planning. The Dark Allegiance's council refused to leave the building, as it would allegedly represent an act of cowardly surrender. They also had something in store for Kushiel, the Golemancer...&lt;br /&gt;
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Far from the haughty bustling Lighthalzen, on an island to its south, the whirrs and clinkering of machines shattered the silence of the overgrown ruins.&lt;br /&gt;
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A professor, dressed in light blue, spoke through a device in his ear. ''&amp;quot;We're leaving for Prontera, Amaria. Final status report?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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A female, robotic voice replied through the device. ''&amp;quot;Running Diagnostics...&amp;quot;'' The system checked the scholar's machines for any problems. ''&amp;quot;No issues detected. The recent installment is fully functional.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Perfect.&amp;quot;'' He murmured, as he boarded his ship and departed from the abandoned laboratory. ''&amp;quot;Remember the commands.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Commands already saved. Take care.&amp;quot;''  &lt;br /&gt;
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==Irreconcilable Differences==&lt;br /&gt;
Kushiel stormed into the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters southeast of Prontera. The heroes had a plan were such an attack to occur, and lured him to an arena, where he was ambushed by Rajnish of the Dark Council.&lt;br /&gt;
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The two fought fiercely after exchanging words, but in the end, Rajnish managed to defeat him using old magical contraptions known as Seal Forces and Trap Forces. Lord Matthew, with great satisfaction, cuffed Kushiel, who was warped to Yuno to be taken to the International Courts.&lt;br /&gt;
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No one expected what would happen next, however.&lt;br /&gt;
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The defeated golems that were left inside the Dark Allegiance's headquarters began to blow up. Everyone ran for the exit as fast as they could, but not all could make it. Currently, more than 25 were confirmed dead, from both allegiances. Several survivors were found in the rubble, among them, Rajnish. These were taken to the nearest hospital.&lt;br /&gt;
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Reports indicated Rajnish's condition as grave, but stable. Most others were not faring well, however.&lt;br /&gt;
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The security measures at Yuno's prison have increased drastically since The Golemancer was interned. A preliminary hearing would be held, though some received reports he will choose to waive said hearing and proceed directly to trial.&lt;br /&gt;
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The sentence for only Kushiel's most recent act is death, but several Light Allegiance members have already raised their voice in protest, with their usual claims against the death sentence. They also claimed Kushiel is not mentally stable (and thus unfit to stand trial), suggesting he return to a mental institution instead.&lt;br /&gt;
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We tried getting a response from Sir Melot regarding the attack, as well as his opinion on the Lightsiders' opposition to Kushiel's possible death sentence.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;This man is a threat to the world. He has hijacked ships, stolen valuable ores, risked an eruption of Thor Volcano by drilling into it, armed the fairies for their invasion of Rune-Midgard, stole a fragment of Ymir's Heart from Cheshrummir, and now killed all these people to punish us. He cannot possibly be allowed to live. It is an outrage to even have such a thought!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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With The Golemancer captured, the temporary alliance between the two allegiances ends. Only the foreshadowing of possible future conflicts remain, over the life or death of one man.&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Trial of the Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Three days ago, I stopped by Lighthalzen to meet a boy. According to his mother, he used to eat his veggies, play outside with his friends often, and cheer excitedly for his father when the man would participate in marathons. Typical, run-of-the-mill boy of eight years. But his behavior and mental health had taken a turn for the worse.&lt;br /&gt;
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The boy's father, a brilliant scientist and locally famous marathon runner, happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time about two months ago. During an attack on Rekenber Labs, he suffered serious head trauma, and lost both his legs. He could no longer walk, nor perform the simplest of daily activities. Witnessing one's father's health turn for the worse like that does one no good. Imagine how the boy must have felt one month later when his father died. He does not play outside, he does not eat or sleep well, and his grades have dropped drastically.&lt;br /&gt;
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And now, this man we know as The Golemancer, who openly accepted and flaunted about perpetrating these attacks on Rekenber -- among other places -- stands accused for this laundry list of crimes. ... ... ...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Just a short bit of the prosecution's 25-minute-long opening statement yesterday. And with that, Kushiel's trial began.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;If trying to cleanse the world of evil is wrong, then so be it. I am gladly guilty of all crimes I'm charged with comitting.&amp;quot;'' Kushiel fearlessly told the judge. ''&amp;quot;So... do I get sentenced to death or what?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile at the Prontera General Hospital...&lt;br /&gt;
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Tiamat and Sir Melot stood by Rajnish, who was in critical condition, but with signs of improvement.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;They better sentence him to death.&amp;quot;'' Melot commented. ''&amp;quot;There's no other option.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I hope they do as well, but the Light Side wants him to rot in prison instead. We'll have to avoid excessive conflict with them if we want to keep the fiend in check.&amp;quot;'' Tiamat replied, worried about bigger issues than Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot sighed. ''&amp;quot;There will be whatever conflict necessary if they choose to let him live.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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The High Wizard shook her head in disappointment. ''&amp;quot;I'll check on the seal, then...&amp;quot;'' She murmured, leaving the room.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' Players were allowed to persuade others via forum post as to why the courts should sentence Kushiel the Golemancer to death or not. Lady Thea and Melot also weighed in and players were given another opportunity to clarify their position.&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Golemancer's Sentence==&lt;br /&gt;
After long deliberation in The Golemancer trial, the jury came to a verdict: Life in prison.&lt;br /&gt;
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Dark Allegiance members were outraged, with some threatening to Protest at Yuno starting tomorrow morning. The majority of Light Allegiance members seem to be satisfied with the outcome. We interviewed Lady Thea shortly after the verdict was announced, and expressed her bittersweet feelings regarding the issue.&lt;br /&gt;
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''I am neither satisfied nor disappointed. This won't repair all that The Golemancer has caused, but it will put a stop to him and prevent him from causing more destruction. I hoped he would be sent back to a mental institution, but I accept the Jury's decision. I hope we can find out soon where his hideout was, as well as the whereabouts of his remaining golems and Ymir's Heart Pieces.''&lt;br /&gt;
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We tried to interview Sir Melot, Lord Matthew and Ciar as they exited a mansion in Rachel, but only Lord Matthew made a statement.&lt;br /&gt;
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''We were foolish to trust the International Courts to do what was right. I will rally the masses and protest until they hear us out and revoke the sentence of that madman. This isn't over for him!''&lt;br /&gt;
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==Rebellious Retaliation==&lt;br /&gt;
Keyboard clicks and mechanical blips sounded off inside an abandoned building. Golems stood behind a female figure as she typed.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Data successfully shredded. Golem systems fully functional...&amp;quot;'' The female figure thought as she stood up and placed an explosive device on the computer.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;We're coming to save you, Kushiel. You must finish what you started.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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As she walked away, a faint magic circle glowed behind her back.&lt;br /&gt;
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At the same time in the sky floating city of Yuno...&lt;br /&gt;
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The Dark Allegiance protest the sentence the Golemancer received. Maristella, a group of Light Siders and concerned citizens arriv at Yuno to counter-protest. A heated argument between the leaders Maristella and Matthew begins.&lt;br /&gt;
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It soon turned into a street brawl between the two allegiances after a hooded woman questioned Matthew's acquired fortune and insulted his brother.&lt;br /&gt;
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While the two allegiances fought, the guards tried to break up the fights. It was at this time that a woman leading Kushiel's golems attacked the prison and helped him escape. The brawling allegiances teamed up and helped take the woman down, but Kushiel couldn't be found. A dangerous amount of prisoners also escaped while everyone was fending off the golems.&lt;br /&gt;
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The captured woman was taken to an undisclosed location to be questioned. Once again, the search for the Golemancer is on, as Odin's predictions on this ''&amp;quot;Cloaked Schemer&amp;quot;'' ring true every time.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later...&lt;br /&gt;
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At a private hospital room in Prontera, Ciar gave a now-awake Rajnish details of Kushiel's sentence, when all of a sudden, a Dark Allegiance messenger barged in.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Kushiel escaped from Prison!&amp;quot;'' the man exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar's face turned from calm to infuriated in an instant. ''&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot;'' he yelled, accidentally making several lightbulbs blow up.&lt;br /&gt;
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Still cringing from the &amp;quot;light show&amp;quot;, the messenger explained the situation.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish scoffed. ''&amp;quot;What the hell is wrong with these prisons nowadays!?&amp;quot;'' He shouted as he lay on the hospital bed. ''&amp;quot;They should have listened to us and just killed him... This is what they get!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile...&lt;br /&gt;
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At a Schwartzvald Federal questioning room in an undisclosed location, the woman responsible for freeing Kushiel sat down. The room, like many of its kind, were enchanted to prevent the casting of spells or usage of dangerous skills. Several guards stood by the door however, for additional security.&lt;br /&gt;
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Lord Matthew and Maristella entered the room. They looked at her, still bruised from their earlier battle.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Well, let's start with a simple question. Who are you?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked, as he simply just looked at her.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;My name is Amaria.&amp;quot;'' The woman replied, without giving it a second thought.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Why have you freed Kushiel?&amp;quot;'' Maristella asked, as stern as Matthew did.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I believe his goal to do away with scum like that man there is one that he must finish at all costs.&amp;quot;'' Amaria replied, faintly pointing her index finger at the crimson lord knight.&lt;br /&gt;
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Matthew now glared at her, shaking his head. ''&amp;quot;You can control his golems. How long have you been working with him?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Kushiel created me. Since my birth, I've had full control of his golems.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Maristella tilted her head slightly. ''&amp;quot;Created you...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Amaria nodded, calmly. ''&amp;quot;I am similar to what Kiel Hyre would call a 'fourth generation robot'. The memory scroll I use was created from Kushiel's memories of his best friend. I look and behave as she would, and even bear her name. My main job is to make sure that his golems, as well as Fairyland's, are working in perfect conditions.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Matthew facepalmed and murmured to Maristella. ''&amp;quot;Another sociopath that works for the fae.&amp;quot;'' He turned his face to look at the robot lady. ''&amp;quot;Where is Kushiel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I don't know, and even if I did, I wouldn't tell you.&amp;quot;'' the female bot replied, smiling ever so faintly. ''&amp;quot;My connection to the golems has been cut off since you captured me. He won't be happy to know he can't find me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;What are Kushiel's plans now?&amp;quot;'' The female sniper inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Tell me, do you visit your brother's grave often?&amp;quot;'' the robot woman asked Matthew.&lt;br /&gt;
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The lord knight quickly unsheathed his crimson Naght Sieger blade and stopped it within an inch of Amaria's neck. ''&amp;quot;Anything else you want to ask me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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The guards grabbed Matthew and dragged him out of the room, as Maristella sighed and rubbed her temples. Amaria smiled sinisterly, only muttering an ominous comment. ''&amp;quot;Kushiel will do great things, just you wait...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' There was an event after this for players to assist the authorities in capturing Escaped Convicts and Criminals roaming on various maps.&lt;br /&gt;
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===A Moment of Weakness Leads To...===&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Your time's up, Kushiel. I'm coming for you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' This leads to the starting events of [[Shadows of a Bygone Yesteryear]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Chase for the Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
The front doors of the Schwartzvald Federal Building opened. A woman stepped out, putting on her sunglasses.&lt;br /&gt;
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She walked through the busy streets, heading for the Warper Company employee.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;To Rachel, please.&amp;quot; She said, handing over 250 zeny.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:'''This led up to a special, limited time quest called the [[Golemancer Quest]]. The first ten players that completed this quest were rewarded with Enriched Ore x5, Event Bag x3, and Old Card Album x1 in addition to all the normal quest rewards. To view the guide - [[Golemancer_Quest|Click Here!]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Zero Hour Approaching==&lt;br /&gt;
A warp portal opened up just outside the Administrative Office of the Midgard Expedition Camp. Adelaide stepped out, with her troops following behind. She met with a pink-haired woman inside the building.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;You've finally arrived.&amp;quot; The woman exclaimed, slowly fluttering her wings.&lt;br /&gt;
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Adelaide shook her head, and took a deep breath. &amp;quot;Sorry Pixie. There were some delays, but we're ready now. How are your troops doing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Pixie's expression turned slightly more sombre. &amp;quot;They're ready to defend the camp at any cost.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Kushiel may attack at any moment.&amp;quot; Adelaide reminded the fairy. &amp;quot;Let's have our troops do some training exercises.&amp;quot; She added, as she turned around and exited the building.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Zero Hour Commences==&lt;br /&gt;
What everyone feared came to pass. Kushiel, otherwise known as The Golemancer, arrived in Midcamp with his machines and decimated Adelaide &amp;amp; Pixie's troops as he marched onward to Yggdrasil. His Goal: Unseal Niddhoggur's Shadow and release it on the Dark Allegiance.&lt;br /&gt;
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Pixie and Adelaide marched on with the remaining troops to Yggdrasil's Root, where they quickly caught up to The Golemancer. After futilely trying to persuade the Light Siders to join his cause, Kushiel attacked.&lt;br /&gt;
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After a long fight, the heroes defeated the golems, dreamstone crystals and Kushiel himself. He fell on his knees, causing the piece of Ymir's Heart to fall from his pockets. Upon touching the fragment, The Golemancer began to shake violently, as he began blurting out cryptic messages and changing skin color.&lt;br /&gt;
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With his body undergoing some sort of transformation, he dove deeper into Yggdrasil, shouting phrases alluding to Gods' lying to the people of Midgard.&lt;br /&gt;
The heroes found Kushiel beyond a great waterfall. The power of Ymir's Heart piece had transformed him into a four-hooved blue-fiery creature, no longer wanting to destroy the dark allegiance after an alleged vision. He now wanted to return Midgard to zero, where there were no gods to &amp;quot;pull strings&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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After a fierce battle for the fate of the world, Kushiel finally fell, turning into pure energy and dissipating into Yggdrasil. Adelaide and several other wounded were taken to a hospital after being warped back to town. Many wonder if Kushiel's claims of Midgard being constantly manipulated by the gods were true, to which some have replied the world has to be grateful to Odin in the first place, for warning about The Golemancer's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
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Amaria will be released from prison in the following days for the information she provided that let to Kushiel's defeat. Pixie has announced she will be in charge of maintaining Fairyland's Security Systems. She was also tasked by the Tripatriate Union in the New World to disable the remaining golems roaming around Splendide's Fields and Yggdrasil's Root, as they have gone haywire without a master.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Dark Allegiance has announced they will begin the rebuilding of their Headquarters in Prontera next week, while the Light Allegiance commended the heroes for their bravery in taking down the twisted Light Sider. Everything seems to be going back to normal in our fragile blue world.&lt;br /&gt;
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: /* General Story */&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
Odin had given a prophecy during a fight with Surtur in Prontera. He spoke of Fairy Lucretia and a certain “Cloaked Schemer”, who would bring war and desolation if they were not stopped. Heroes from both allegiances form an uneasy alliance to strike down a common foe who could not be allowed to continue demonizing the land around them. This is the story of the &amp;quot;Cloaked Schemer&amp;quot; who came to be known as Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Danger on the High Seas - The Turtle General's Dilemma==&lt;br /&gt;
Terror struck one of Kiel Hyre's cargo ships when on the seas near Turtle Island, the crew was attacked by the Turtle General and his army. The invading reptiles threw everyone overboard and hijacked the ship, stealing over 400 Million zeny worth of ores and stones. Fortunately, everyone carried butterfly wings, and were able to return to Alberta safely.&lt;br /&gt;
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Victims claim the Turtle General asked for forgiveness when attacking, making the incident even more confusing. If the General only attacks those who interrupt the peace of Turtle Island, why was he going out of his way to steal a cargo ship full of ores and stones?&lt;br /&gt;
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Due to the incident, authorities warn those in port towns to be careful, in case the turtles attack again.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later, the Turtle General attacked Beacon Island. His target: a cargo ship full of ores. As the heroes defended the town, they questioned his reasons for stealing ores. The turtle explained that a dark-robed man came to his kingdom in the middle of the night and stole baby turtle eggs, disrupting the life cycle of the species. He threatened to destroy the eggs unless the Turtle General brought him mass amounts of ores and stones.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Heroes promised to find the Turtle Eggs and return them to Turtle Island, but first they had an appointment to speak with Lord Matthew in Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
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The following day, Lord Matthew stood at the town square, ready to answer questions regarding the accusations of the Turtle General. Several darksiders offered their alibi, but it seemed not everyone believed the Crimson Lord was innocent.&lt;br /&gt;
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Determined to prove his innocence, Lord Matthew granted the heroes access to all of the properties he owned in Niflheim. However, in less than one minute, the high priestess Sheena Archer found various turtle eggs in the tool dealer building. When confronted with the possibility of being taken to prison, the Lord Knight attempted to flee. The creator Maya hurled acid bombs at Matthew, forcing him to retaliate, but with the help of Sacerdos Signat and Sheena Archer, they managed to subdue the man.&lt;br /&gt;
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Now in prison and awaiting a preliminary hearing, Lord Matthew refused to talk to anyone. Several people, not just those from the dark allegiance, claimed the man being framed, but it is now all up to the courts of the Kingdom of Rune-Midgard to decide on the Crimson Lord's future.&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile, the rest of the Turtle Generals eggs are still missing. The Rune-Midgard Government had offered a reward for whoever finds the eggs to encourage people to help out. The eggs were later to be found at the following locations: Mao (The East Comodo Cave), the Luluka Forest, and at the Border of the Papuchica Forest. Rune-Midgard authorities returned the eggs to the shores of Turtle Island for the Turtle General to take wherever they belong, and appeasing the monster from further attacks away from his Island.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Impending Firestorm==&lt;br /&gt;
Reports came in that for the past few weeks, Thor Volcano has been spewing more smoke and ash than usual. While it creates splendid sunsets, there have been concerns for the safety of the residents of the surrounding region. People with respiratory problems are advised to wear some sort of mask to protect themselves.&lt;br /&gt;
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The recent volcanic activity has also been accompanied by minor earthquakes in the region. Some of the volcano-dwelling creatures have been spotted outside of their natural habitat. Travelers were asked to be careful when traveling near the Veins' Wasteland.&lt;br /&gt;
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Eventually, Thor Volcano spewed ash more than ever, a strong magnitude 4.8 earthquake rattled Arunafeltz and the surrounding areas, prompting a group of heroes to visit the volcano to check what was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
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Strong mechanical sounds, mainly drilling, were heard from inside, followed by a massive explosion. A hooded man dressed in dark robes ran out of the entrance to the Volcano, with several golems trailing behind him. The man yelled &amp;quot;The Dark Allegiance will prevail!&amp;quot; as he was chased northeast, to Rachel.&lt;br /&gt;
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The heroes attempted to subdue him various times, but the man would not give up. After much shouts in praise to Erebos he finally made it to Rachel, quickly getting lost within the crowds.&lt;br /&gt;
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It was revealed shortly after that some of the automatons the man controlled walked into Veins carrying large amounts of ores. They headed for a ship waiting in the south and sailed off before the Arunafeltz Coast Guard could catch them.&lt;br /&gt;
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The general populace begin to question if Lord Matthew is in prison for having the Turtle General steal ores, who is this other man? Is he a follower of the Crimson Lord, or a man who framed him as some claim?&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
Fairy Lucretia and those who joined the Wingless raided the Rekenber Company Laboratory. The Company's spokesperson would not shed light on what the artifact was, and limited himself to only informing that they, “ran out the front entrance, overcoming all security measures.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Simultaneously, someone else had broken into the Rekenber building, presumably the same scholar responsible for Thor's Volcano acting up. He used golems to steal massive amounts of Orichalcum and other ores. Upon exiting the building and after shouting praises to the god Erebos, he set off a bomb that blew up a section of the second floor, killing three people and leaving approximately five injured. The cloaked man escaped in a warp portal with the ores, leaving several golems behind to cause further destruction.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Search For The Unknown==&lt;br /&gt;
One of the five members of the Dark Allegiance Council walked out of the Prontera Court a free man at last. Lord Matthew, also known as The Crimson Lord by his followers, or Lord Macho by his fan club, was absolved of the crimes he was charged with, regarding the disappearance of The Turtle Island eggs many months earlier. The weekly protests in front of the Court and Prison did not daunt the Justice System, nor did the clear evidence that the man now known as The Golemancer was actually responsible for the crime.&lt;br /&gt;
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With a faint smile denoting triumph, he offered a few words to the press.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Today, I walk out of this house of injustice a free man. My stay here was prolonged unnecessarily despite the evidence absolving me, however, as a sign that I am the better man, I forgive the Rune-Midgard Government, and will not sue them. I will, however, take the opportunity to send a message to this 'Golemancer'.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Dark Allegiance Council, composed of Ciar, Melot, Rajnish, Tiamat, and I, have decided to use all of our resources to find you. If you wish to make things easier for you, turn yourself over to the International Courts.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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During an exclusive interview with Lady Thea this morning, she expressed her worries at The Golemancer's attempts to bring down the relative peace established with the Dark Allegiance. She mentioned discussing with the other members of the Council of the Light Allegiance to help bring The Golemancer to justice, and would announce the results of their talks &amp;quot;soon&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Somewhere in Payon later that evening the Dark Allegiance council met again for the first time together in many months. Lord Matthew did not appreciate that the meeting was not held at his residence in Niflheim, but the soon to ensue argument was quelled by Melot himself. He informed the group that he had recently sent Tiamat to speak with Thea in secret. The enchantress explained that, “Thea only limited herself to saying she would try her best to reach a consensus among her council.” She also added later that Thea also made mention that a member from her allegiance could provide the identity of The Golemancer and a press conference would be held in the following days.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot would make special note that it was important they did not let the Golemancer die a hero of the Light Allegiance and to do things by the law this time, or else people will grow to detest the group further.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Behind Closed Doors==&lt;br /&gt;
It was the Light side's turn to fight monsters for the Allegiance Competition. The participants entered the combat room, while the spectators -- Mostly high-ranking Light and Dark members -- were segregated as usual, watching from their respective balconies.&lt;br /&gt;
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Shortly after the end of the third wave, a waiter arrived. He offered drinks to everyone, and after Lady Thea took one, he shook her hand and complimented her work for the Light Side. She smiled, and closed her right hand tightly as she waited for the people around her to pay attention to the fights. Once everyone was distracted, she opened her hand and unfolded a piece of paper.&lt;br /&gt;
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It simply read: ''&amp;quot;We must talk. I'll be at the old combat room. - M&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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With a sigh, Thea walked off for the mentioned room. There, among debris from old monster fights, stood Sir Melot, dressed in a tuxedo like the other spectators.&lt;br /&gt;
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Sir Melot wanted to discuss with Lady Thea her plans regarding the Golemancer and the full plans on how they would reveal his identity. Thea gave her response, and Melot reminded her that for the sake of their current peace between them that the man must be “ended.” Thea disagreed utilizing the death sentence even against one such as the Golemancer. She added as well that Nereus and Maristella made it difficult to bring the council to consensus on working in an alliance with the Dark Allegiance. She reminded Melot that she already informed Tiamat of the same information. &lt;br /&gt;
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They then spoke of Odin, and each asked the other if they had received any further news of threats they may face in the far future. But he had not, and was too busy testing the heroes currently to prove their worth to not only himself, but Freya and Loki too. The two leaders tone then turned to worry as they spoke of a seal, and a fiend that hid behind it. But just what they meant exactly would not be spoken aloud as a bell sounded, and Thea decided to return to her seat before anyone noticed her gone too long.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later that week, a man claiming to know The Golemancer's identity sent communications to several news media. He declared the man had until September 14 to turn himself over to the authorities to face justice for his crimes, or he would personally reveal his identity, and &amp;quot;let the wolves come for him&amp;quot;. This man wished to remain anonymous until the 14th.&lt;br /&gt;
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If he holds true to what he said, The Golemancer's secret identity had its days counted.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Keeping Yuno Afloat==&lt;br /&gt;
The Golemancer remained hidden, and his identity revealed by a long-time friend of his.&lt;br /&gt;
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A group of heroes arrived at Thanatos Tower to meet with Arriel, the man that seemed to know who The Golemancer was. He went on to explain the reason why the man was after the dark side.&lt;br /&gt;
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When Satan Morroc was resurrected, the desert sands of Morroc swallowed The Golemancer's friends. He spent several months in a psychiatric hospital, and was never the same afterward.&lt;br /&gt;
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Despite the clear evidence the Dandelion group -- not the dark side -- was behind Satan Morroc's awakening, The Golemancer strongly believed otherwise. After explaining the man's origin story (so to speak), Arriel revealed his name: Kushiel. He was last known to live in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar, who was with the group, wanted to go visit the house by himself, but the heroes didn't trust him to search for evidence alone. At Kushiel's house, they found a diary. Everyone thought it obviously suspicious that such an important belonging was simply left behind, but listened to Ciar as he read the last entries out loud.&lt;br /&gt;
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Mostly, the diary talked of Kushiel's thoughts against Fairy Amdusias' invasion of Rune-Midgard, and a dislike of the two Allegiances acting like sports teams. The last entry however, talked of his next target: Yuno's Ymir Heart Pieces. They would, according to him, help make the perfect golems. He would use these to attack the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters and bring about a &amp;quot;new age&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Having apparently not left enough clues, Kushiel also wrote the date of when he'd march into Yuno to take the heart pieces. Next friday, the 20th. Ciar took the diary to allegedly hand it to the international authorities.&lt;br /&gt;
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Everyone was advised to be on high alert in the following days. If Ymir's Heart Pieces were ever taken from Yuno, the city would fall from the sky.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later at Ciar’s Mansion...&lt;br /&gt;
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The scholar paced one of the rooms while Tiamat looked through Kushiel’s diary that they had recently acquired and soon turn over to the international authorities the next day. They shared the notions that clearly the evidence was meant to lead them astray but they had nothing else to go on, and that they cannot let the schemer advance further in his plans.&lt;br /&gt;
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Tiamat would agree to assist with the upcoming attack against Yuno and Ciar requested that she try to bring back a golem for him to study the memory scroll technology Kushiel employed on his rock and clay creations.&lt;br /&gt;
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=Judge, Jury, Executioner=&lt;br /&gt;
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==Dictatorial Masterminds==&lt;br /&gt;
Just as some suspected, the announced attack on Yuno was not what it seemed to be. It was merely a distraction that allowed Kushiel to march into Rachel's Holy Ground. As the group of heroes stood between Kushiel and the Ymir's Heart Fragments, he delivered a &amp;quot;warning&amp;quot; to the heroes:&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Stay away from me, and live to see another day. Stand in my way, and be destroyed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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In the end, his golems managed to keep the heroes busy long enough to steal several Ymir's Heart Fragments and flee. If his claims to destroy the Dark Allegiance are true, he is one step closer to his goal.&lt;br /&gt;
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Just after these attacks, Lady Thea announced the Light Allegiance Council decided to join forces with the Dark Allegiance to capture the man.&lt;br /&gt;
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Then Somewhere in the Light Allegiance's Headquarters in Aldebaran...&lt;br /&gt;
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The council member and Sniper, Maristella, busted through the doors into Thea’s office to shout her disapproval of Thea’s decision to join forces with the Dark Allegiance and that the leader of the Light Allegiance was quick to always work with them in recent times. The High Priest Nereus, also in the room before Maristella’s outburst then explained on Thea’s behalf that they made the decision without her, and that he himself is responsible.&lt;br /&gt;
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They then attempt to justify their actions without causing the Sniper further anger by stating she was not the most “level-headed.” This lead to Maristella snapping back and asking for the comment, and Nereus to point out her flaws in handling “Lord Matthew.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Thea then spoke of the importance of removing Kushiel from acting at large because he was clearly not mentally stable, and tarnishing the Light Allegiance’s image by “playing judge, jury and executioner” on their behalf. Maristella would calm herself and asked that in the future she not be left uninformed.&lt;br /&gt;
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During the Same time but at the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters in Prontera...&lt;br /&gt;
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Stalker Rajnish shouted to his guards to watch every corner of the building with their life.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Yes, sir!&amp;quot;'' The guards shouted in unison.&lt;br /&gt;
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Lord Matthew, who was next to him, spoke in a low voice, so as not to be heard and asking if his fellow council member even planned to pay them overtime.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;The hell I am.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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==Collision==&lt;br /&gt;
The corridors of the Dark Allegiance's hallways lay desolate. Not only did the traffic of people lower substantially, everything of value had been taken to a more safe location. Only those stationed to protect the building stood by, ever-brave, and ever-underpaid.&lt;br /&gt;
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Every day that passed without Kushiel attacking the Dark Allegiance, was a day filled with tension, for some feared what he was planning. The Dark Allegiance's council refused to leave the building, as it would allegedly represent an act of cowardly surrender. They also had something in store for Kushiel, the Golemancer...&lt;br /&gt;
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Far from the haughty bustling Lighthalzen, on an island to its south, the whirrs and clinkering of machines shattered the silence of the overgrown ruins.&lt;br /&gt;
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A professor, dressed in light blue, spoke through a device in his ear. ''&amp;quot;We're leaving for Prontera, Amaria. Final status report?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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A female, robotic voice replied through the device. ''&amp;quot;Running Diagnostics...&amp;quot;'' The system checked the scholar's machines for any problems. ''&amp;quot;No issues detected. The recent installment is fully functional.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Perfect.&amp;quot;'' He murmured, as he boarded his ship and departed from the abandoned laboratory. ''&amp;quot;Remember the commands.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Commands already saved. Take care.&amp;quot;''  &lt;br /&gt;
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==Irreconcilable Differences==&lt;br /&gt;
Kushiel stormed into the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters southeast of Prontera. The heroes had a plan were such an attack to occur, and lured him to an arena, where he was ambushed by Rajnish of the Dark Council.&lt;br /&gt;
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The two fought fiercely after exchanging words, but in the end, Rajnish managed to defeat him using old magical contraptions known as Seal Forces and Trap Forces. Lord Matthew, with great satisfaction, cuffed Kushiel, who was warped to Yuno to be taken to the International Courts.&lt;br /&gt;
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No one expected what would happen next, however.&lt;br /&gt;
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The defeated golems that were left inside the Dark Allegiance's headquarters began to blow up. Everyone ran for the exit as fast as they could, but not all could make it. Currently, more than 25 were confirmed dead, from both allegiances. Several survivors were found in the rubble, among them, Rajnish. These were taken to the nearest hospital.&lt;br /&gt;
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Reports indicated Rajnish's condition as grave, but stable. Most others were not faring well, however.&lt;br /&gt;
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The security measures at Yuno's prison have increased drastically since The Golemancer was interned. A preliminary hearing would be held, though some received reports he will choose to waive said hearing and proceed directly to trial.&lt;br /&gt;
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The sentence for only Kushiel's most recent act is death, but several Light Allegiance members have already raised their voice in protest, with their usual claims against the death sentence. They also claimed Kushiel is not mentally stable (and thus unfit to stand trial), suggesting he return to a mental institution instead.&lt;br /&gt;
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We tried getting a response from Sir Melot regarding the attack, as well as his opinion on the Lightsiders' opposition to Kushiel's possible death sentence.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;This man is a threat to the world. He has hijacked ships, stolen valuable ores, risked an eruption of Thor Volcano by drilling into it, armed the fairies for their invasion of Rune-Midgard, stole a fragment of Ymir's Heart from Cheshrummir, and now killed all these people to punish us. He cannot possibly be allowed to live. It is an outrage to even have such a thought!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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With The Golemancer captured, the temporary alliance between the two allegiances ends. Only the foreshadowing of possible future conflicts remain, over the life or death of one man.&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Trial of the Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Three days ago, I stopped by Lighthalzen to meet a boy. According to his mother, he used to eat his veggies, play outside with his friends often, and cheer excitedly for his father when the man would participate in marathons. Typical, run-of-the-mill boy of eight years. But his behavior and mental health had taken a turn for the worse.&lt;br /&gt;
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The boy's father, a brilliant scientist and locally famous marathon runner, happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time about two months ago. During an attack on Rekenber Labs, he suffered serious head trauma, and lost both his legs. He could no longer walk, nor perform the simplest of daily activities. Witnessing one's father's health turn for the worse like that does one no good. Imagine how the boy must have felt one month later when his father died. He does not play outside, he does not eat or sleep well, and his grades have dropped drastically.&lt;br /&gt;
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And now, this man we know as The Golemancer, who openly accepted and flaunted about perpetrating these attacks on Rekenber -- among other places -- stands accused for this laundry list of crimes. ... ... ...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Just a short bit of the prosecution's 25-minute-long opening statement yesterday. And with that, Kushiel's trial began.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;If trying to cleanse the world of evil is wrong, then so be it. I am gladly guilty of all crimes I'm charged with comitting.&amp;quot;'' Kushiel fearlessly told the judge. ''&amp;quot;So... do I get sentenced to death or what?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile at the Prontera General Hospital...&lt;br /&gt;
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Tiamat and Sir Melot stood by Rajnish, who was in critical condition, but with signs of improvement.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;They better sentence him to death.&amp;quot;'' Melot commented. ''&amp;quot;There's no other option.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I hope they do as well, but the Light Side wants him to rot in prison instead. We'll have to avoid excessive conflict with them if we want to keep the fiend in check.&amp;quot;'' Tiamat replied, worried about bigger issues than Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot sighed. ''&amp;quot;There will be whatever conflict necessary if they choose to let him live.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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The High Wizard shook her head in disappointment. ''&amp;quot;I'll check on the seal, then...&amp;quot;'' She murmured, leaving the room.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' Players were allowed to persuade others via forum post as to why the courts should sentence Kushiel the Golemancer to death or not. Lady Thea and Melot also weighed in and players were given another opportunity to clarify their position.&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Golemancer's Sentence==&lt;br /&gt;
After long deliberation in The Golemancer trial, the jury came to a verdict: Life in prison.&lt;br /&gt;
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Dark Allegiance members were outraged, with some threatening to Protest at Yuno starting tomorrow morning. The majority of Light Allegiance members seem to be satisfied with the outcome. We interviewed Lady Thea shortly after the verdict was announced, and expressed her bittersweet feelings regarding the issue.&lt;br /&gt;
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''I am neither satisfied nor disappointed. This won't repair all that The Golemancer has caused, but it will put a stop to him and prevent him from causing more destruction. I hoped he would be sent back to a mental institution, but I accept the Jury's decision. I hope we can find out soon where his hideout was, as well as the whereabouts of his remaining golems and Ymir's Heart Pieces.''&lt;br /&gt;
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We tried to interview Sir Melot, Lord Matthew and Ciar as they exited a mansion in Rachel, but only Lord Matthew made a statement.&lt;br /&gt;
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''We were foolish to trust the International Courts to do what was right. I will rally the masses and protest until they hear us out and revoke the sentence of that madman. This isn't over for him!''&lt;br /&gt;
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==Rebellious Retaliation==&lt;br /&gt;
Keyboard clicks and mechanical blips sounded off inside an abandoned building. Golems stood behind a female figure as she typed.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Data successfully shredded. Golem systems fully functional...&amp;quot;'' The female figure thought as she stood up and placed an explosive device on the computer.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;We're coming to save you, Kushiel. You must finish what you started.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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As she walked away, a faint magic circle glowed behind her back.&lt;br /&gt;
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At the same time in the sky floating city of Yuno...&lt;br /&gt;
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The Dark Allegiance protest the sentence the Golemancer received. Maristella, a group of Light Siders and concerned citizens arriv at Yuno to counter-protest. A heated argument between the leaders Maristella and Matthew begins.&lt;br /&gt;
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It soon turned into a street brawl between the two allegiances after a hooded woman questioned Matthew's acquired fortune and insulted his brother.&lt;br /&gt;
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While the two allegiances fought, the guards tried to break up the fights. It was at this time that a woman leading Kushiel's golems attacked the prison and helped him escape. The brawling allegiances teamed up and helped take the woman down, but Kushiel couldn't be found. A dangerous amount of prisoners also escaped while everyone was fending off the golems.&lt;br /&gt;
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The captured woman was taken to an undisclosed location to be questioned. Once again, the search for the Golemancer is on, as Odin's predictions on this ''&amp;quot;Cloaked Schemer&amp;quot;'' ring true every time.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later...&lt;br /&gt;
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At a private hospital room in Prontera, Ciar gave a now-awake Rajnish details of Kushiel's sentence, when all of a sudden, a Dark Allegiance messenger barged in.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Kushiel escaped from Prison!&amp;quot;'' the man exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar's face turned from calm to infuriated in an instant. ''&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot;'' he yelled, accidentally making several lightbulbs blow up.&lt;br /&gt;
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Still cringing from the &amp;quot;light show&amp;quot;, the messenger explained the situation.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish scoffed. ''&amp;quot;What the hell is wrong with these prisons nowadays!?&amp;quot;'' He shouted as he lay on the hospital bed. ''&amp;quot;They should have listened to us and just killed him... This is what they get!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile...&lt;br /&gt;
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At a Schwartzvald Federal questioning room in an undisclosed location, the woman responsible for freeing Kushiel sat down. The room, like many of its kind, were enchanted to prevent the casting of spells or usage of dangerous skills. Several guards stood by the door however, for additional security.&lt;br /&gt;
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Lord Matthew and Maristella entered the room. They looked at her, still bruised from their earlier battle.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Well, let's start with a simple question. Who are you?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked, as he simply just looked at her.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;My name is Amaria.&amp;quot;'' The woman replied, without giving it a second thought.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Why have you freed Kushiel?&amp;quot;'' Maristella asked, as stern as Matthew did.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I believe his goal to do away with scum like that man there is one that he must finish at all costs.&amp;quot;'' Amaria replied, faintly pointing her index finger at the crimson lord knight.&lt;br /&gt;
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Matthew now glared at her, shaking his head. ''&amp;quot;You can control his golems. How long have you been working with him?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Kushiel created me. Since my birth, I've had full control of his golems.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Maristella tilted her head slightly. ''&amp;quot;Created you...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Amaria nodded, calmly. ''&amp;quot;I am similar to what Kiel Hyre would call a 'fourth generation robot'. The memory scroll I use was created from Kushiel's memories of his best friend. I look and behave as she would, and even bear her name. My main job is to make sure that his golems, as well as Fairyland's, are working in perfect conditions.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Matthew facepalmed and murmured to Maristella. ''&amp;quot;Another sociopath that works for the fae.&amp;quot;'' He turned his face to look at the robot lady. ''&amp;quot;Where is Kushiel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I don't know, and even if I did, I wouldn't tell you.&amp;quot;'' the female bot replied, smiling ever so faintly. ''&amp;quot;My connection to the golems has been cut off since you captured me. He won't be happy to know he can't find me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;What are Kushiel's plans now?&amp;quot;'' The female sniper inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Tell me, do you visit your brother's grave often?&amp;quot;'' the robot woman asked Matthew.&lt;br /&gt;
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The lord knight quickly unsheathed his crimson Naght Sieger blade and stopped it within an inch of Amaria's neck. ''&amp;quot;Anything else you want to ask me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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The guards grabbed Matthew and dragged him out of the room, as Maristella sighed and rubbed her temples. Amaria smiled sinisterly, only muttering an ominous comment. ''&amp;quot;Kushiel will do great things, just you wait...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' There was an event after this for players to assist the authorities in capturing Escaped Convicts and Criminals roaming on various maps.&lt;br /&gt;
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===A Moment of Weakness Leads To...===&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Your time's up, Kushiel. I'm coming for you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' This leads to the starting events of [[Shadows of a Bygone Yesteryear]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Chase for the Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
The front doors of the Schwartzvald Federal Building opened. A woman stepped out, putting on her sunglasses.&lt;br /&gt;
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She walked through the busy streets, heading for the Warper Company employee.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;To Rachel, please.&amp;quot; She said, handing over 250 zeny.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:'''This led up to a special, limited time quest called the [[Golemancer Quest]]. The first ten players that completed this quest were rewarded with Enriched Ore x5, Event Bag x3, and Old Card Album x1 in addition to all the normal quest rewards. To view the guide - [[Golemancer_Quest|Click Here!]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Zero Hour Approaching==&lt;br /&gt;
A warp portal opened up just outside the Administrative Office of the Midgard Expedition Camp. Adelaide stepped out, with her troops following behind. She met with a pink-haired woman inside the building.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;You've finally arrived.&amp;quot; The woman exclaimed, slowly fluttering her wings.&lt;br /&gt;
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Adelaide shook her head, and took a deep breath. &amp;quot;Sorry Pixie. There were some delays, but we're ready now. How are your troops doing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Pixie's expression turned slightly more sombre. &amp;quot;They're ready to defend the camp at any cost.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Kushiel may attack at any moment.&amp;quot; Adelaide reminded the fairy. &amp;quot;Let's have our troops do some training exercises.&amp;quot; She added, as she turned around and exited the building.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Zero Hour Commences==&lt;br /&gt;
What everyone feared came to pass. Kushiel, otherwise known as The Golemancer, arrived in Midcamp with his machines and decimated Adelaide &amp;amp; Pixie's troops as he marched onward to Yggdrasil. His Goal: Unseal Niddhoggur's Shadow and release it on the Dark Allegiance.&lt;br /&gt;
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Pixie and Adelaide marched on with the remaining troops to Yggdrasil's Root, where they quickly caught up to The Golemancer. After futilely trying to persuade the Light Siders to join his cause, Kushiel attacked.&lt;br /&gt;
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After a long fight, the heroes defeated the golems, dreamstone crystals and Kushiel himself. He fell on his knees, causing the piece of Ymir's Heart to fall from his pockets. Upon touching the fragment, The Golemancer began to shake violently, as he began blurting out cryptic messages and changing skin color.&lt;br /&gt;
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With his body undergoing some sort of transformation, he dove deeper into Yggdrasil, shouting phrases alluding to Gods' lying to the people of Midgard.&lt;br /&gt;
The heroes found Kushiel beyond a great waterfall. The power of Ymir's Heart piece had transformed him into a four-hooved blue-fiery creature, no longer wanting to destroy the dark allegiance after an alleged vision. He now wanted to return Midgard to zero, where there were no gods to &amp;quot;pull strings&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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After a fierce battle for the fate of the world, Kushiel finally fell, turning into pure energy and dissipating into Yggdrasil. Adelaide and several other wounded were taken to a hospital after being warped back to town. Many wonder if Kushiel's claims of Midgard being constantly manipulated by the gods were true, to which some have replied the world has to be grateful to Odin in the first place, for warning about The Golemancer's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
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Amaria will be released from prison in the following days for the information she provided that let to Kushiel's defeat. Pixie has announced she will be in charge of maintaining Fairyland's Security Systems. She was also tasked by the Tripatriate Union in the New World to disable the remaining golems roaming around Splendide's Fields and Yggdrasil's Root, as they have gone haywire without a master.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Dark Allegiance has announced they will begin the rebuilding of their Headquarters in Prontera next week, while the Light Allegiance commended the heroes for their bravery in taking down the twisted Light Sider. Everything seems to be going back to normal in our fragile blue world.&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:HeRO Roleplay]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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		<title>Mantle of Deceit</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added remaining pieces of the Golemancer Storyline. Will do formatting later.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
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==Danger on the High Seas - The Turtle General's Dilemma==&lt;br /&gt;
Terror struck one of Kiel Hyre's cargo ships when on the seas near Turtle Island, the crew was attacked by the Turtle General and his army. The invading reptiles threw everyone overboard and hijacked the ship, stealing over 400 Million zeny worth of ores and stones. Fortunately, everyone carried butterfly wings, and were able to return to Alberta safely.&lt;br /&gt;
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Victims claim the Turtle General asked for forgiveness when attacking, making the incident even more confusing. If the General only attacks those who interrupt the peace of Turtle Island, why was he going out of his way to steal a cargo ship full of ores and stones?&lt;br /&gt;
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Due to the incident, authorities warn those in port towns to be careful, in case the turtles attack again.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later, the Turtle General attacked Beacon Island. His target: a cargo ship full of ores. As the heroes defended the town, they questioned his reasons for stealing ores. The turtle explained that a dark-robed man came to his kingdom in the middle of the night and stole baby turtle eggs, disrupting the life cycle of the species. He threatened to destroy the eggs unless the Turtle General brought him mass amounts of ores and stones.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Heroes promised to find the Turtle Eggs and return them to Turtle Island, but first they had an appointment to speak with Lord Matthew in Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
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The following day, Lord Matthew stood at the town square, ready to answer questions regarding the accusations of the Turtle General. Several darksiders offered their alibi, but it seemed not everyone believed the Crimson Lord was innocent.&lt;br /&gt;
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Determined to prove his innocence, Lord Matthew granted the heroes access to all of the properties he owned in Niflheim. However, in less than one minute, the high priestess Sheena Archer found various turtle eggs in the tool dealer building. When confronted with the possibility of being taken to prison, the Lord Knight attempted to flee. The creator Maya hurled acid bombs at Matthew, forcing him to retaliate, but with the help of Sacerdos Signat and Sheena Archer, they managed to subdue the man.&lt;br /&gt;
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Now in prison and awaiting a preliminary hearing, Lord Matthew refused to talk to anyone. Several people, not just those from the dark allegiance, claimed the man being framed, but it is now all up to the courts of the Kingdom of Rune-Midgard to decide on the Crimson Lord's future.&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile, the rest of the Turtle Generals eggs are still missing. The Rune-Midgard Government had offered a reward for whoever finds the eggs to encourage people to help out. The eggs were later to be found at the following locations: Mao (The East Comodo Cave), the Luluka Forest, and at the Border of the Papuchica Forest. Rune-Midgard authorities returned the eggs to the shores of Turtle Island for the Turtle General to take wherever they belong, and appeasing the monster from further attacks away from his Island.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Impending Firestorm==&lt;br /&gt;
Reports came in that for the past few weeks, Thor Volcano has been spewing more smoke and ash than usual. While it creates splendid sunsets, there have been concerns for the safety of the residents of the surrounding region. People with respiratory problems are advised to wear some sort of mask to protect themselves.&lt;br /&gt;
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The recent volcanic activity has also been accompanied by minor earthquakes in the region. Some of the volcano-dwelling creatures have been spotted outside of their natural habitat. Travelers were asked to be careful when traveling near the Veins' Wasteland.&lt;br /&gt;
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Eventually, Thor Volcano spewed ash more than ever, a strong magnitude 4.8 earthquake rattled Arunafeltz and the surrounding areas, prompting a group of heroes to visit the volcano to check what was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
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Strong mechanical sounds, mainly drilling, were heard from inside, followed by a massive explosion. A hooded man dressed in dark robes ran out of the entrance to the Volcano, with several golems trailing behind him. The man yelled &amp;quot;The Dark Allegiance will prevail!&amp;quot; as he was chased northeast, to Rachel.&lt;br /&gt;
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The heroes attempted to subdue him various times, but the man would not give up. After much shouts in praise to Erebos he finally made it to Rachel, quickly getting lost within the crowds.&lt;br /&gt;
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It was revealed shortly after that some of the automatons the man controlled walked into Veins carrying large amounts of ores. They headed for a ship waiting in the south and sailed off before the Arunafeltz Coast Guard could catch them.&lt;br /&gt;
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The general populace begin to question if Lord Matthew is in prison for having the Turtle General steal ores, who is this other man? Is he a follower of the Crimson Lord, or a man who framed him as some claim?&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
Fairy Lucretia and those who joined the Wingless raided the Rekenber Company Laboratory. The Company's spokesperson would not shed light on what the artifact was, and limited himself to only informing that they, “ran out the front entrance, overcoming all security measures.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Simultaneously, someone else had broken into the Rekenber building, presumably the same scholar responsible for Thor's Volcano acting up. He used golems to steal massive amounts of Orichalcum and other ores. Upon exiting the building and after shouting praises to the god Erebos, he set off a bomb that blew up a section of the second floor, killing three people and leaving approximately five injured. The cloaked man escaped in a warp portal with the ores, leaving several golems behind to cause further destruction.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Search For The Unknown==&lt;br /&gt;
One of the five members of the Dark Allegiance Council walked out of the Prontera Court a free man at last. Lord Matthew, also known as The Crimson Lord by his followers, or Lord Macho by his fan club, was absolved of the crimes he was charged with, regarding the disappearance of The Turtle Island eggs many months earlier. The weekly protests in front of the Court and Prison did not daunt the Justice System, nor did the clear evidence that the man now known as The Golemancer was actually responsible for the crime.&lt;br /&gt;
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With a faint smile denoting triumph, he offered a few words to the press.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Today, I walk out of this house of injustice a free man. My stay here was prolonged unnecessarily despite the evidence absolving me, however, as a sign that I am the better man, I forgive the Rune-Midgard Government, and will not sue them. I will, however, take the opportunity to send a message to this 'Golemancer'.&lt;br /&gt;
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The Dark Allegiance Council, composed of Ciar, Melot, Rajnish, Tiamat, and I, have decided to use all of our resources to find you. If you wish to make things easier for you, turn yourself over to the International Courts.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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During an exclusive interview with Lady Thea this morning, she expressed her worries at The Golemancer's attempts to bring down the relative peace established with the Dark Allegiance. She mentioned discussing with the other members of the Council of the Light Allegiance to help bring The Golemancer to justice, and would announce the results of their talks &amp;quot;soon&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Somewhere in Payon later that evening the Dark Allegiance council met again for the first time together in many months. Lord Matthew did not appreciate that the meeting was not held at his residence in Niflheim, but the soon to ensue argument was quelled by Melot himself. He informed the group that he had recently sent Tiamat to speak with Thea in secret. The enchantress explained that, “Thea only limited herself to saying she would try her best to reach a consensus among her council.” She also added later that Thea also made mention that a member from her allegiance could provide the identity of The Golemancer and a press conference would be held in the following days.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot would make special note that it was important they did not let the Golemancer die a hero of the Light Allegiance and to do things by the law this time, or else people will grow to detest the group further.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Behind Closed Doors==&lt;br /&gt;
It was the Light side's turn to fight monsters for the Allegiance Competition. The participants entered the combat room, while the spectators -- Mostly high-ranking Light and Dark members -- were segregated as usual, watching from their respective balconies.&lt;br /&gt;
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Shortly after the end of the third wave, a waiter arrived. He offered drinks to everyone, and after Lady Thea took one, he shook her hand and complimented her work for the Light Side. She smiled, and closed her right hand tightly as she waited for the people around her to pay attention to the fights. Once everyone was distracted, she opened her hand and unfolded a piece of paper.&lt;br /&gt;
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It simply read: ''&amp;quot;We must talk. I'll be at the old combat room. - M&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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With a sigh, Thea walked off for the mentioned room. There, among debris from old monster fights, stood Sir Melot, dressed in a tuxedo like the other spectators.&lt;br /&gt;
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Sir Melot wanted to discuss with Lady Thea her plans regarding the Golemancer and the full plans on how they would reveal his identity. Thea gave her response, and Melot reminded her that for the sake of their current peace between them that the man must be “ended.” Thea disagreed utilizing the death sentence even against one such as the Golemancer. She added as well that Nereus and Maristella made it difficult to bring the council to consensus on working in an alliance with the Dark Allegiance. She reminded Melot that she already informed Tiamat of the same information. &lt;br /&gt;
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They then spoke of Odin, and each asked the other if they had received any further news of threats they may face in the far future. But he had not, and was too busy testing the heroes currently to prove their worth to not only himself, but Freya and Loki too. The two leaders tone then turned to worry as they spoke of a seal, and a fiend that hid behind it. But just what they meant exactly would not be spoken aloud as a bell sounded, and Thea decided to return to her seat before anyone noticed her gone too long.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later that week, a man claiming to know The Golemancer's identity sent communications to several news media. He declared the man had until September 14 to turn himself over to the authorities to face justice for his crimes, or he would personally reveal his identity, and &amp;quot;let the wolves come for him&amp;quot;. This man wished to remain anonymous until the 14th.&lt;br /&gt;
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If he holds true to what he said, The Golemancer's secret identity had its days counted.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Keeping Yuno Afloat==&lt;br /&gt;
The Golemancer remained hidden, and his identity revealed by a long-time friend of his.&lt;br /&gt;
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A group of heroes arrived at Thanatos Tower to meet with Arriel, the man that seemed to know who The Golemancer was. He went on to explain the reason why the man was after the dark side.&lt;br /&gt;
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When Satan Morroc was resurrected, the desert sands of Morroc swallowed The Golemancer's friends. He spent several months in a psychiatric hospital, and was never the same afterward.&lt;br /&gt;
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Despite the clear evidence the Dandelion group -- not the dark side -- was behind Satan Morroc's awakening, The Golemancer strongly believed otherwise. After explaining the man's origin story (so to speak), Arriel revealed his name: Kushiel. He was last known to live in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar, who was with the group, wanted to go visit the house by himself, but the heroes didn't trust him to search for evidence alone. At Kushiel's house, they found a diary. Everyone thought it obviously suspicious that such an important belonging was simply left behind, but listened to Ciar as he read the last entries out loud.&lt;br /&gt;
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Mostly, the diary talked of Kushiel's thoughts against Fairy Amdusias' invasion of Rune-Midgard, and a dislike of the two Allegiances acting like sports teams. The last entry however, talked of his next target: Yuno's Ymir Heart Pieces. They would, according to him, help make the perfect golems. He would use these to attack the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters and bring about a &amp;quot;new age&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
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Having apparently not left enough clues, Kushiel also wrote the date of when he'd march into Yuno to take the heart pieces. Next friday, the 20th. Ciar took the diary to allegedly hand it to the international authorities.&lt;br /&gt;
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Everyone was advised to be on high alert in the following days. If Ymir's Heart Pieces were ever taken from Yuno, the city would fall from the sky.&lt;br /&gt;
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Later at Ciar’s Mansion...&lt;br /&gt;
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The scholar paced one of the rooms while Tiamat looked through Kushiel’s diary that they had recently acquired and soon turn over to the international authorities the next day. They shared the notions that clearly the evidence was meant to lead them astray but they had nothing else to go on, and that they cannot let the schemer advance further in his plans.&lt;br /&gt;
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Tiamat would agree to assist with the upcoming attack against Yuno and Ciar requested that she try to bring back a golem for him to study the memory scroll technology Kushiel employed on his rock and clay creations.&lt;br /&gt;
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=Judge, Jury, Executioner=&lt;br /&gt;
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==Dictatorial Masterminds==&lt;br /&gt;
Just as some suspected, the announced attack on Yuno was not what it seemed to be. It was merely a distraction that allowed Kushiel to march into Rachel's Holy Ground. As the group of heroes stood between Kushiel and the Ymir's Heart Fragments, he delivered a &amp;quot;warning&amp;quot; to the heroes:&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Stay away from me, and live to see another day. Stand in my way, and be destroyed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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In the end, his golems managed to keep the heroes busy long enough to steal several Ymir's Heart Fragments and flee. If his claims to destroy the Dark Allegiance are true, he is one step closer to his goal.&lt;br /&gt;
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Just after these attacks, Lady Thea announced the Light Allegiance Council decided to join forces with the Dark Allegiance to capture the man.&lt;br /&gt;
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Then Somewhere in the Light Allegiance's Headquarters in Aldebaran...&lt;br /&gt;
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The council member and Sniper, Maristella, busted through the doors into Thea’s office to shout her disapproval of Thea’s decision to join forces with the Dark Allegiance and that the leader of the Light Allegiance was quick to always work with them in recent times. The High Priest Nereus, also in the room before Maristella’s outburst then explained on Thea’s behalf that they made the decision without her, and that he himself is responsible.&lt;br /&gt;
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They then attempt to justify their actions without causing the Sniper further anger by stating she was not the most “level-headed.” This lead to Maristella snapping back and asking for the comment, and Nereus to point out her flaws in handling “Lord Matthew.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Thea then spoke of the importance of removing Kushiel from acting at large because he was clearly not mentally stable, and tarnishing the Light Allegiance’s image by “playing judge, jury and executioner” on their behalf. Maristella would calm herself and asked that in the future she not be left uninformed.&lt;br /&gt;
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During the Same time but at the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters in Prontera...&lt;br /&gt;
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Stalker Rajnish shouted to his guards to watch every corner of the building with their life.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Yes, sir!&amp;quot;'' The guards shouted in unison.&lt;br /&gt;
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Lord Matthew, who was next to him, spoke in a low voice, so as not to be heard and asking if his fellow council member even planned to pay them overtime.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;The hell I am.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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==Collision==&lt;br /&gt;
The corridors of the Dark Allegiance's hallways lay desolate. Not only did the traffic of people lower substantially, everything of value had been taken to a more safe location. Only those stationed to protect the building stood by, ever-brave, and ever-underpaid.&lt;br /&gt;
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Every day that passed without Kushiel attacking the Dark Allegiance, was a day filled with tension, for some feared what he was planning. The Dark Allegiance's council refused to leave the building, as it would allegedly represent an act of cowardly surrender. They also had something in store for Kushiel, the Golemancer...&lt;br /&gt;
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Far from the haughty bustling Lighthalzen, on an island to its south, the whirrs and clinkering of machines shattered the silence of the overgrown ruins.&lt;br /&gt;
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A professor, dressed in light blue, spoke through a device in his ear. ''&amp;quot;We're leaving for Prontera, Amaria. Final status report?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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A female, robotic voice replied through the device. ''&amp;quot;Running Diagnostics...&amp;quot;'' The system checked the scholar's machines for any problems. ''&amp;quot;No issues detected. The recent installment is fully functional.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Perfect.&amp;quot;'' He murmured, as he boarded his ship and departed from the abandoned laboratory. ''&amp;quot;Remember the commands.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Commands already saved. Take care.&amp;quot;''  &lt;br /&gt;
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==Irreconcilable Differences==&lt;br /&gt;
Kushiel stormed into the Dark Allegiance's Headquarters southeast of Prontera. The heroes had a plan were such an attack to occur, and lured him to an arena, where he was ambushed by Rajnish of the Dark Council.&lt;br /&gt;
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The two fought fiercely after exchanging words, but in the end, Rajnish managed to defeat him using old magical contraptions known as Seal Forces and Trap Forces. Lord Matthew, with great satisfaction, cuffed Kushiel, who was warped to Yuno to be taken to the International Courts.&lt;br /&gt;
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No one expected what would happen next, however.&lt;br /&gt;
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The defeated golems that were left inside the Dark Allegiance's headquarters began to blow up. Everyone ran for the exit as fast as they could, but not all could make it. Currently, more than 25 were confirmed dead, from both allegiances. Several survivors were found in the rubble, among them, Rajnish. These were taken to the nearest hospital.&lt;br /&gt;
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Reports indicated Rajnish's condition as grave, but stable. Most others were not faring well, however.&lt;br /&gt;
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The security measures at Yuno's prison have increased drastically since The Golemancer was interned. A preliminary hearing would be held, though some received reports he will choose to waive said hearing and proceed directly to trial.&lt;br /&gt;
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The sentence for only Kushiel's most recent act is death, but several Light Allegiance members have already raised their voice in protest, with their usual claims against the death sentence. They also claimed Kushiel is not mentally stable (and thus unfit to stand trial), suggesting he return to a mental institution instead.&lt;br /&gt;
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We tried getting a response from Sir Melot regarding the attack, as well as his opinion on the Lightsiders' opposition to Kushiel's possible death sentence.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;This man is a threat to the world. He has hijacked ships, stolen valuable ores, risked an eruption of Thor Volcano by drilling into it, armed the fairies for their invasion of Rune-Midgard, stole a fragment of Ymir's Heart from Cheshrummir, and now killed all these people to punish us. He cannot possibly be allowed to live. It is an outrage to even have such a thought!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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With The Golemancer captured, the temporary alliance between the two allegiances ends. Only the foreshadowing of possible future conflicts remain, over the life or death of one man.&lt;br /&gt;
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==The Trial of the Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Three days ago, I stopped by Lighthalzen to meet a boy. According to his mother, he used to eat his veggies, play outside with his friends often, and cheer excitedly for his father when the man would participate in marathons. Typical, run-of-the-mill boy of eight years. But his behavior and mental health had taken a turn for the worse.&lt;br /&gt;
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The boy's father, a brilliant scientist and locally famous marathon runner, happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time about two months ago. During an attack on Rekenber Labs, he suffered serious head trauma, and lost both his legs. He could no longer walk, nor perform the simplest of daily activities. Witnessing one's father's health turn for the worse like that does one no good. Imagine how the boy must have felt one month later when his father died. He does not play outside, he does not eat or sleep well, and his grades have dropped drastically.&lt;br /&gt;
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And now, this man we know as The Golemancer, who openly accepted and flaunted about perpetrating these attacks on Rekenber -- among other places -- stands accused for this laundry list of crimes. ... ... ...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just a short bit of the prosecution's 25-minute-long opening statement yesterday. And with that, Kushiel's trial began.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If trying to cleanse the world of evil is wrong, then so be it. I am gladly guilty of all crimes I'm charged with comitting.&amp;quot;'' Kushiel fearlessly told the judge. ''&amp;quot;So... do I get sentenced to death or what?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile at the Prontera General Hospital...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat and Sir Melot stood by Rajnish, who was in critical condition, but with signs of improvement.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;They better sentence him to death.&amp;quot;'' Melot commented. ''&amp;quot;There's no other option.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I hope they do as well, but the Light Side wants him to rot in prison instead. We'll have to avoid excessive conflict with them if we want to keep the fiend in check.&amp;quot;'' Tiamat replied, worried about bigger issues than Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed. ''&amp;quot;There will be whatever conflict necessary if they choose to let him live.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The High Wizard shook her head in disappointment. ''&amp;quot;I'll check on the seal, then...&amp;quot;'' She murmured, leaving the room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' Players were allowed to persuade others via forum post as to why the courts should sentence Kushiel the Golemancer to death or not. Lady Thea and Melot also weighed in and players were given another opportunity to clarify their position.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==The Golemancer's Sentence==&lt;br /&gt;
After long deliberation in The Golemancer trial, the jury came to a verdict: Life in prison.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dark Allegiance members were outraged, with some threatening to Protest at Yuno starting tomorrow morning. The majority of Light Allegiance members seem to be satisfied with the outcome. We interviewed Lady Thea shortly after the verdict was announced, and expressed her bittersweet feelings regarding the issue.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''I am neither satisfied nor disappointed. This won't repair all that The Golemancer has caused, but it will put a stop to him and prevent him from causing more destruction. I hoped he would be sent back to a mental institution, but I accept the Jury's decision. I hope we can find out soon where his hideout was, as well as the whereabouts of his remaining golems and Ymir's Heart Pieces.''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
We tried to interview Sir Melot, Lord Matthew and Ciar as they exited a mansion in Rachel, but only Lord Matthew made a statement.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''We were foolish to trust the International Courts to do what was right. I will rally the masses and protest until they hear us out and revoke the sentence of that madman. This isn't over for him!''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Rebellious Retaliation==&lt;br /&gt;
Keyboard clicks and mechanical blips sounded off inside an abandoned building. Golems stood behind a female figure as she typed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Data successfully shredded. Golem systems fully functional...&amp;quot;'' The female figure thought as she stood up and placed an explosive device on the computer.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;We're coming to save you, Kushiel. You must finish what you started.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
As she walked away, a faint magic circle glowed behind her back.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the same time in the sky floating city of Yuno...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Dark Allegiance protest the sentence the Golemancer received. Maristella, a group of Light Siders and concerned citizens arriv at Yuno to counter-protest. A heated argument between the leaders Maristella and Matthew begins.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It soon turned into a street brawl between the two allegiances after a hooded woman questioned Matthew's acquired fortune and insulted his brother.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
While the two allegiances fought, the guards tried to break up the fights. It was at this time that a woman leading Kushiel's golems attacked the prison and helped him escape. The brawling allegiances teamed up and helped take the woman down, but Kushiel couldn't be found. A dangerous amount of prisoners also escaped while everyone was fending off the golems.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The captured woman was taken to an undisclosed location to be questioned. Once again, the search for the Golemancer is on, as Odin's predictions on this ''&amp;quot;Cloaked Schemer&amp;quot;'' ring true every time.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Later...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At a private hospital room in Prontera, Ciar gave a now-awake Rajnish details of Kushiel's sentence, when all of a sudden, a Dark Allegiance messenger barged in.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Kushiel escaped from Prison!&amp;quot;'' the man exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's face turned from calm to infuriated in an instant. ''&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot;'' he yelled, accidentally making several lightbulbs blow up.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Still cringing from the &amp;quot;light show&amp;quot;, the messenger explained the situation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish scoffed. ''&amp;quot;What the hell is wrong with these prisons nowadays!?&amp;quot;'' He shouted as he lay on the hospital bed. ''&amp;quot;They should have listened to us and just killed him... This is what they get!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At a Schwartzvald Federal questioning room in an undisclosed location, the woman responsible for freeing Kushiel sat down. The room, like many of its kind, were enchanted to prevent the casting of spells or usage of dangerous skills. Several guards stood by the door however, for additional security.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew and Maristella entered the room. They looked at her, still bruised from their earlier battle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Well, let's start with a simple question. Who are you?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked, as he simply just looked at her.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;My name is Amaria.&amp;quot;'' The woman replied, without giving it a second thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Why have you freed Kushiel?&amp;quot;'' Maristella asked, as stern as Matthew did.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I believe his goal to do away with scum like that man there is one that he must finish at all costs.&amp;quot;'' Amaria replied, faintly pointing her index finger at the crimson lord knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Matthew now glared at her, shaking his head. ''&amp;quot;You can control his golems. How long have you been working with him?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Kushiel created me. Since my birth, I've had full control of his golems.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Maristella tilted her head slightly. ''&amp;quot;Created you...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Amaria nodded, calmly. ''&amp;quot;I am similar to what Kiel Hyre would call a 'fourth generation robot'. The memory scroll I use was created from Kushiel's memories of his best friend. I look and behave as she would, and even bear her name. My main job is to make sure that his golems, as well as Fairyland's, are working in perfect conditions.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Matthew facepalmed and murmured to Maristella. ''&amp;quot;Another sociopath that works for the fae.&amp;quot;'' He turned his face to look at the robot lady. ''&amp;quot;Where is Kushiel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I don't know, and even if I did, I wouldn't tell you.&amp;quot;'' the female bot replied, smiling ever so faintly. ''&amp;quot;My connection to the golems has been cut off since you captured me. He won't be happy to know he can't find me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What are Kushiel's plans now?&amp;quot;'' The female sniper inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Tell me, do you visit your brother's grave often?&amp;quot;'' the robot woman asked Matthew.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The lord knight quickly unsheathed his crimson Naght Sieger blade and stopped it within an inch of Amaria's neck. ''&amp;quot;Anything else you want to ask me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The guards grabbed Matthew and dragged him out of the room, as Maristella sighed and rubbed her temples. Amaria smiled sinisterly, only muttering an ominous comment. ''&amp;quot;Kushiel will do great things, just you wait...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' There was an event after this for players to assist the authorities in capturing Escaped Convicts and Criminals roaming on various maps.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===A Moment of Weakness Leads To...===&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Your time's up, Kushiel. I'm coming for you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' This leads to the starting events of [[Shadows of a Bygone Yesteryear]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==The Chase for the Golemancer==&lt;br /&gt;
The front doors of the Schwartzvald Federal Building opened. A woman stepped out, putting on her sunglasses.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
She walked through the busy streets, heading for the Warper Company employee.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;To Rachel, please.&amp;quot; She said, handing over 250 zeny.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:'''This led up to a special, limited time quest called the [[Golemancer Quest]]. The first ten players that completed this quest were rewarded with Enriched Ore x5, Event Bag x3, and Old Card Album x1 in addition to all the normal quest rewards. To view the guide - [[Golemancer_Quest|Click Here!]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Zero Hour Approaching==&lt;br /&gt;
A warp portal opened up just outside the Administrative Office of the Midgard Expedition Camp. Adelaide stepped out, with her troops following behind. She met with a pink-haired woman inside the building.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;You've finally arrived.&amp;quot; The woman exclaimed, slowly fluttering her wings.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Adelaide shook her head, and took a deep breath. &amp;quot;Sorry Pixie. There were some delays, but we're ready now. How are your troops doing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Pixie's expression turned slightly more sombre. &amp;quot;They're ready to defend the camp at any cost.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel may attack at any moment.&amp;quot; Adelaide reminded the fairy. &amp;quot;Let's have our troops do some training exercises.&amp;quot; She added, as she turned around and exited the building.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Zero Hour Commences==&lt;br /&gt;
What everyone feared came to pass. Kushiel, otherwise known as The Golemancer, arrived in Midcamp with his machines and decimated Adelaide &amp;amp; Pixie's troops as he marched onward to Yggdrasil. His Goal: Unseal Niddhoggur's Shadow and release it on the Dark Allegiance.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Pixie and Adelaide marched on with the remaining troops to Yggdrasil's Root, where they quickly caught up to The Golemancer. After futilely trying to persuade the Light Siders to join his cause, Kushiel attacked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a long fight, the heroes defeated the golems, dreamstone crystals and Kushiel himself. He fell on his knees, causing the piece of Ymir's Heart to fall from his pockets. Upon touching the fragment, The Golemancer began to shake violently, as he began blurting out cryptic messages and changing skin color.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With his body undergoing some sort of transformation, he dove deeper into Yggdrasil, shouting phrases alluding to Gods' lying to the people of Midgard.&lt;br /&gt;
The heroes found Kushiel beyond a great waterfall. The power of Ymir's Heart piece had transformed him into a four-hooved blue-fiery creature, no longer wanting to destroy the dark allegiance after an alleged vision. He now wanted to return Midgard to zero, where there were no gods to &amp;quot;pull strings&amp;quot;.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a fierce battle for the fate of the world, Kushiel finally fell, turning into pure energy and dissipating into Yggdrasil. Adelaide and several other wounded were taken to a hospital after being warped back to town. Many wonder if Kushiel's claims of Midgard being constantly manipulated by the gods were true, to which some have replied the world has to be grateful to Odin in the first place, for warning about The Golemancer's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Amaria will be released from prison in the following days for the information she provided that let to Kushiel's defeat. Pixie has announced she will be in charge of maintaining Fairyland's Security Systems. She was also tasked by the Tripatriate Union in the New World to disable the remaining golems roaming around Splendide's Fields and Yggdrasil's Root, as they have gone haywire without a master.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The Dark Allegiance has announced they will begin the rebuilding of their Headquarters in Prontera next week, while the Light Allegiance commended the heroes for their bravery in taking down the twisted Light Sider. Everything seems to be going back to normal in our fragile blue world.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==A Moment of Weakness Leads To...==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot; Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot; The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A woman's voice boomed across the room. &amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. &amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot; The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The woman scoffed.&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot; She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot; Lady Hel murmured... &amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot; Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot; Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot; Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. &amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot; Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded. &amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot; Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot; Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. &amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot; said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. &amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot; she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. ''&amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, smiling quite nonchalantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar nodded. ''&amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. ''&amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. ''&amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. ''&amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot;'' The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. ''&amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot;'' After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked up to Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot;'' She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. ''&amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. ''&amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. ''&amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. ''&amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot;'' The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus, chuckled dryly. ''&amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Lightsiders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. ''&amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus scoffed. ''&amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervention in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot; The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. &amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot; He candidly commented. &amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. &amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere? The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. &amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot; He informed. &amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. &amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot; He stated. &amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. &amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot; He began. &amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot; The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. &amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. &amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot; He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. &amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. &amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. &amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. &amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. &amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot; Ciar replied. &amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. &amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot; Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot; Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. &amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot; Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. &amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in Non-Intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar nodded. &amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot; He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot; Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot; The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. &amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot; The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. &amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot; He shrugged nonchalantly. &amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot; Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. &amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot; He quietly responded. &amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. &amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot; He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot; Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. &amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he wil allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. “Leave, we have matters to discuss.” He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“The hell is wrong with you today?” Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. “You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!” He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. “What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!” Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“My paperwork!” the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. “Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!” He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar remained standing up, “Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. “He what!?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You heard me.” The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. “I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.” Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. “He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.” He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. “Ah, they told me you’d be here.” He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Yes?” Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I need to talk to you. Alone.” The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. “Well?” He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Heard the news?” Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. “The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar raised his eyebrow. “Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. “Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I haven’t forgotten.” Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. “However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.” He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. “You’ve played your cards right.” The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled. “I made sure I did.” He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. “We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.” &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…” The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Only the best for you.” The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. “So… I was wondering…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. “The council must convene. It’s urgent.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. “Who’s there?” The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. “Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.” He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“How do people keep getting in here…?” Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“He’s a master rogue.” Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. “Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. “Is it Kushiel?” Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I’ll explain when we’re all there.” He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. “We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?” Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. “I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…” He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Spit it out already!” Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. “Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.” He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. “With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.” Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish nodded. “Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.” He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. “Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. “What are his plans?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.” Rajnish replied, shrugging. “Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.” He added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Why tonight?” Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.” The stalker explained. “If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew scoffed. “So you have little over an hour to ambush him...” He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Gear up.” Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. “Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.” He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!” Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…” He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. “Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?” He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.” The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I should kill you for what you’ve done.” The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“And I-I... very well deserve it…” Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You would like that, wouldn’t you.” Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker struggled to get back up. “I can… fix this!” He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The paladin turned his back against the stalker. “You’ve done more than enough.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. “Any news?” Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The rogue seemed rather distressed. “Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.” He explained. “Half of our troops left with him.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. “I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.” He turned to Rajnish again. “And you…” The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. “If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. “This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.” The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. “She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Spiritual Overload==&lt;br /&gt;
Approximately 20 days ago, Niflheim saw an increase in the appearance of restless and hostile spirits. Now, reports of said spirits and even adventurers being attacked by a powerful, unseen force are on the rise.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Travelers point to the deceased Archmage Mystra's castle as having a possible relation to the influx of spirits. Allegedly, twenty three days ago, while waiting for the alignment of the stars Muspelheim is bound to, lightning and explosions were spotted coming from within the castle. Shortly after, the increase in spirits began to occur.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
We tried contacting Dark Allegiance Councilman Lord Matthew, owner of most of the properties in Niflheim Square, for an interview regarding the recent incidents, but we were not able to find him. Head Councilman Lord Melot informed us Matthew was currently not well of health, and thus unavailable.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After King Ernst's press conference on the twenty seventh, where he expressed his concerns regarding the new dangers Niflheim presents to the public, a group of Rune-Midgard soldiers were sent to investigate the abandoned castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just last night, we learned eighteen of the twenty soldiers perished inside the castle. The two survivors are still in the Intensive Care Unit of the Prontera Hospital, but exclusive, anonymous reports indicate that apparently, they were brutally attacked by dark creatures, presumably spirits, that inhabited the castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The King visited each of the deceased &amp;amp; injured soldiers' families today, expressing his condolences and offering to help the families in any way he could. His press secretary announced in an interview they would be sending another crew to investigate and, if possible, to recover the bodies.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Volunteers interested in assisting may join, but are warned of the horrors that lurk inside the castle. The soldiers will be departing from Niflheim to Mystra's Castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Mystra's Castle===&lt;br /&gt;
Mystra's Castle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Yesterday, a group of heroes, led by recently-promoted International Agent Adelaide, ventured into the abandoned Mystra's Castle. In it, they discovered the building was booby trapped, powerful necromancy kept the earlier expedition crew alive, and the doors to some parts of the castle were hexed shut.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
An old spirit warned the crew that the castle had been defiled with sinister magic, and the keys of an organ that opens the doors had been hidden. After finding them in relatively simple locations, Adelaide deduced whoever had been in the castle wanted the team to succeed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The team ran up the east tower to find a swirling black vortex of energy at the rooftop. It seemed to attract the spirits and undead, making them restless. After destroying it, Adelaide and the group scoured the rest of the castle for more vortices, eventually destroying them all, and finding something else.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In the deepest part of the castle they encountered a broken down wall, which revealed a tunnel lead to an ominous-looking chamber. A lone pedestal stood at the center. Adelaide deduced the intruders took whatever was on it.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
On their way back to the entrance of the castle, the team battled the entity that had recently been attacking both the spirits and the living: A reaper, most likely sent by Hel herself to put the ghosts to rest. As if that wasn't enough, the creatures within the castle were in an uproar over the destruction of the vortices. The group of heroes bravely fought hundreds of fiends that sought to escape the castle, eventually defeating them all.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It is still not known who intruded upon the castle, but alarmists claim we will know soon enough.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;You called, sir?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Tiamat informed me of your findings.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No one recognized the rest of the undead knights?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Hmm, thanks, and stay undercover. Adelaide doesn't trust either allegiance's investigators.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' Mystra's castle was left open for all heroes to explore for approximately two weeks after this event ended.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fragments of Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Walking along a lonely road of a desert canyon town, Ostellos and a hooded Lord Matthew talked about their antics at Mystra's castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What does she plan to do now?&amp;quot; The lord knight asked, in a hushed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She'll retrieve the fragment, one way or another.&amp;quot; The scholar responded, nonchallantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Matthew stopped and looked straight at Ostellos' face. &amp;quot;Amaria's now in charge of Fairyland's defense system. Those golems are not to be trifled with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled, haughtily. &amp;quot;We do not 'trifle' with anyone. We will take advantage of their preparations for the auction retrieve what was taken from Mystra's castle.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Blast from the Past==&lt;br /&gt;
Earlier tonight in fairyland, a stolen Airship violently crashed into Fairyland Palace's west section. An emergency broadcast was promptly issued and adventurers from across Midgard were called upon, arriving in Fairyland to help reinforce the palace. Along with the head of the golem defense system, Amaria, they secured the main rooms and protected Pixie from a group of invaders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The attackers used summoning scrolls to sic all sorts of fiery beasts on the reinforcements, among other diversions. Amaria and the group apprehended the attackers and chased the remaining ones to the vaults, where they found a mysterious man holding a large mirror fragment.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The man revealed himself as the once-deceased Ostellos, the reason why a portal to Muspelheim opens every week in Niflheim. According to him, he has returned to take back the world for the Dark God Erebos. After seducing several members of the reinforcements to join him, Ostellos ordered his newfound allies to fight Amaria and the reinforcements. They were quickly defeated, however, much to Ostellos' chagrin. Considering the bested allies to be weak, Ostellos turned on them, before being defeated as well.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In the end, Ostellos and the remaining followers escaped with the mysterious mirror fragment. Some claim Lord Matthew was present in the attack and assisting Ostellos, but it has not yet been confirmed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Some time after the attack, allied forces raided the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters and detained councilmen Sir Melot and Rajnish to be questioned thoroughly. Under the international law commonly known as &amp;quot;Veritable Emergency&amp;quot;, approved during Kushiel's reign of terror, any citizen can be detained during an attack of this type, without the right for bond or to be tried in court. Warrants to detain councilmen Ciar, Matthew and Tiamat have also been issued, but their whereabouts are unknown.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Light Allegiance Head Councilwoman Lady Thea has made the following statement regarding the recent events:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Tonight the world has come to learn an unsettling fact. Ostellos roams this realm free again. A man who promises a golden age, but will only bring death and destruction in an attempt to rebuild the world in Erebos' image. A man who, under any circumstance, cannot be trusted... I urge the Dark Allegiance to reveal any information they might have regarding this dangerous man, and to work together with us to put a stop to him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Regarding the stolen mirror fragment, it is currently unknown what its use is or why they want it, though it's assumed it will be used for nefarious means. Pixie claimed to not even know they had it hidden within the palace vaults and promised a thorough investigation would take place to find out how they obtained it.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It was only a few months ago when Midgard was threatened with destruction. Now a new danger has risen and is on the move. Adventurers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into the wilds.&lt;br /&gt;
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: /* Of Fiends and Shadows */&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
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==To Be Titled==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot; Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot; The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A woman's voice boomed across the room. &amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. &amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot; The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The woman scoffed.&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot; She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot; Lady Hel murmured... &amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot; Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot; Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot; Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. &amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot; Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded. &amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot; Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot; Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. &amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot; said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. &amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot; she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. ''&amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, smiling quite nonchalantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar nodded. ''&amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. ''&amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. ''&amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. ''&amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot;'' The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. ''&amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot;'' After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked up to Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot;'' She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. ''&amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. ''&amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. ''&amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. ''&amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot;'' The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus, chuckled dryly. ''&amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Lightsiders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. ''&amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus scoffed. ''&amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervention in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot; The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. &amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot; He candidly commented. &amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. &amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere? The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. &amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot; He informed. &amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. &amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot; He stated. &amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. &amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot; He began. &amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot; The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. &amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. &amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot; He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. &amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. &amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. &amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. &amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. &amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot; Ciar replied. &amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. &amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot; Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot; Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. &amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot; Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. &amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in Non-Intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar nodded. &amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot; He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot; Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot; The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. &amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot; The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. &amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot; He shrugged nonchalantly. &amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot; Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. &amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot; He quietly responded. &amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. &amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot; He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot; Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. &amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he wil allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. “Leave, we have matters to discuss.” He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“The hell is wrong with you today?” Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. “You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!” He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. “What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!” Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“My paperwork!” the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. “Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!” He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar remained standing up, “Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. “He what!?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You heard me.” The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. “I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.” Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
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Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. “He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.” He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. “Ah, they told me you’d be here.” He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Yes?” Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I need to talk to you. Alone.” The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. “Well?” He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Heard the news?” Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. “The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar raised his eyebrow. “Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. “Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I haven’t forgotten.” Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. “However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.” He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. “You’ve played your cards right.” The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled. “I made sure I did.” He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. “We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.” &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…” The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Only the best for you.” The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. “So… I was wondering…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. “The council must convene. It’s urgent.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. “Who’s there?” The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. “Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.” He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“How do people keep getting in here…?” Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“He’s a master rogue.” Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. “Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
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The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. “Is it Kushiel?” Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I’ll explain when we’re all there.” He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. “We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?” Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. “I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…” He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Spit it out already!” Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. “Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.” He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. “With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.” Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish nodded. “Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.” He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. “Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. “What are his plans?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.” Rajnish replied, shrugging. “Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.” He added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Why tonight?” Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.” The stalker explained. “If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew scoffed. “So you have little over an hour to ambush him...” He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Gear up.” Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. “Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.” He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!” Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…” He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. “Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?” He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.” The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I should kill you for what you’ve done.” The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“And I-I... very well deserve it…” Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You would like that, wouldn’t you.” Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker struggled to get back up. “I can… fix this!” He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The paladin turned his back against the stalker. “You’ve done more than enough.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. “Any news?” Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The rogue seemed rather distressed. “Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.” He explained. “Half of our troops left with him.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. “I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.” He turned to Rajnish again. “And you…” The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. “If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. “This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.” The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. “She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Spiritual Overload==&lt;br /&gt;
Approximately 20 days ago, Niflheim saw an increase in the appearance of restless and hostile spirits. Now, reports of said spirits and even adventurers being attacked by a powerful, unseen force are on the rise.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Travelers point to the deceased Archmage Mystra's castle as having a possible relation to the influx of spirits. Allegedly, twenty three days ago, while waiting for the alignment of the stars Muspelheim is bound to, lightning and explosions were spotted coming from within the castle. Shortly after, the increase in spirits began to occur.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
We tried contacting Dark Allegiance Councilman Lord Matthew, owner of most of the properties in Niflheim Square, for an interview regarding the recent incidents, but we were not able to find him. Head Councilman Lord Melot informed us Matthew was currently not well of health, and thus unavailable.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After King Ernst's press conference on the twenty seventh, where he expressed his concerns regarding the new dangers Niflheim presents to the public, a group of Rune-Midgard soldiers were sent to investigate the abandoned castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just last night, we learned eighteen of the twenty soldiers perished inside the castle. The two survivors are still in the Intensive Care Unit of the Prontera Hospital, but exclusive, anonymous reports indicate that apparently, they were brutally attacked by dark creatures, presumably spirits, that inhabited the castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The King visited each of the deceased &amp;amp; injured soldiers' families today, expressing his condolences and offering to help the families in any way he could. His press secretary announced in an interview they would be sending another crew to investigate and, if possible, to recover the bodies.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Volunteers interested in assisting may join, but are warned of the horrors that lurk inside the castle. The soldiers will be departing from Niflheim to Mystra's Castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Mystra's Castle===&lt;br /&gt;
Mystra's Castle&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Yesterday, a group of heroes, led by recently-promoted International Agent Adelaide, ventured into the abandoned Mystra's Castle. In it, they discovered the building was booby trapped, powerful necromancy kept the earlier expedition crew alive, and the doors to some parts of the castle were hexed shut.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
An old spirit warned the crew that the castle had been defiled with sinister magic, and the keys of an organ that opens the doors had been hidden. After finding them in relatively simple locations, Adelaide deduced whoever had been in the castle wanted the team to succeed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The team ran up the east tower to find a swirling black vortex of energy at the rooftop. It seemed to attract the spirits and undead, making them restless. After destroying it, Adelaide and the group scoured the rest of the castle for more vortices, eventually destroying them all, and finding something else.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In the deepest part of the castle they encountered a broken down wall, which revealed a tunnel lead to an ominous-looking chamber. A lone pedestal stood at the center. Adelaide deduced the intruders took whatever was on it.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
On their way back to the entrance of the castle, the team battled the entity that had recently been attacking both the spirits and the living: A reaper, most likely sent by Hel herself to put the ghosts to rest. As if that wasn't enough, the creatures within the castle were in an uproar over the destruction of the vortices. The group of heroes bravely fought hundreds of fiends that sought to escape the castle, eventually defeating them all.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It is still not known who intruded upon the castle, but alarmists claim we will know soon enough.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;You called, sir?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Tiamat informed me of your findings.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No one recognized the rest of the undead knights?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Hmm, thanks, and stay undercover. Adelaide doesn't trust either allegiance's investigators.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' Mystra's castle was left open for all heroes to explore for approximately two weeks after this event ended.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fragments of Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Walking along a lonely road of a desert canyon town, Ostellos and a hooded Lord Matthew talked about their antics at Mystra's castle.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What does she plan to do now?&amp;quot; The lord knight asked, in a hushed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She'll retrieve the fragment, one way or another.&amp;quot; The scholar responded, nonchallantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Matthew stopped and looked straight at Ostellos' face. &amp;quot;Amaria's now in charge of Fairyland's defense system. Those golems are not to be trifled with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled, haughtily. &amp;quot;We do not 'trifle' with anyone. We will take advantage of their preparations for the auction retrieve what was taken from Mystra's castle.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Blast from the Past==&lt;br /&gt;
Earlier tonight in fairyland, a stolen Airship violently crashed into Fairyland Palace's west section. An emergency broadcast was promptly issued and adventurers from across Midgard were called upon, arriving in Fairyland to help reinforce the palace. Along with the head of the golem defense system, Amaria, they secured the main rooms and protected Pixie from a group of invaders.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The attackers used summoning scrolls to sic all sorts of fiery beasts on the reinforcements, among other diversions. Amaria and the group apprehended the attackers and chased the remaining ones to the vaults, where they found a mysterious man holding a large mirror fragment.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The man revealed himself as the once-deceased Ostellos, the reason why a portal to Muspelheim opens every week in Niflheim. According to him, he has returned to take back the world for the Dark God Erebos. After seducing several members of the reinforcements to join him, Ostellos ordered his newfound allies to fight Amaria and the reinforcements. They were quickly defeated, however, much to Ostellos' chagrin. Considering the bested allies to be weak, Ostellos turned on them, before being defeated as well.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
In the end, Ostellos and the remaining followers escaped with the mysterious mirror fragment. Some claim Lord Matthew was present in the attack and assisting Ostellos, but it has not yet been confirmed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Some time after the attack, allied forces raided the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters and detained councilmen Sir Melot and Rajnish to be questioned thoroughly. Under the international law commonly known as &amp;quot;Veritable Emergency&amp;quot;, approved during Kushiel's reign of terror, any citizen can be detained during an attack of this type, without the right for bond or to be tried in court. Warrants to detain councilmen Ciar, Matthew and Tiamat have also been issued, but their whereabouts are unknown.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Light Allegiance Head Councilwoman Lady Thea has made the following statement regarding the recent events:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Tonight the world has come to learn an unsettling fact. Ostellos roams this realm free again. A man who promises a golden age, but will only bring death and destruction in an attempt to rebuild the world in Erebos' image. A man who, under any circumstance, cannot be trusted... I urge the Dark Allegiance to reveal any information they might have regarding this dangerous man, and to work together with us to put a stop to him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Regarding the stolen mirror fragment, it is currently unknown what its use is or why they want it, though it's assumed it will be used for nefarious means. Pixie claimed to not even know they had it hidden within the palace vaults and promised a thorough investigation would take place to find out how they obtained it.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
It was only a few months ago when Midgard was threatened with destruction. Now a new danger has risen and is on the move. Adventurers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into the wilds.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
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==To Be Titled==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
==Of Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot; Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot; The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A woman's voice boomed across the room. &amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. &amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot; The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The woman scoffed.&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot; She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot; Lady Hel murmured... &amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot; Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot; Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot; Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. &amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot; Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded. &amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot; Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot; Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. &amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot; said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. &amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot; she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. ''&amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, smiling quite nonchalantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar nodded. ''&amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. ''&amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. ''&amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. ''&amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot;'' The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. ''&amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot;'' After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked up to Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot;'' She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. ''&amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. ''&amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. ''&amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. ''&amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot;'' The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus, chuckled dryly. ''&amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Lightsiders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. ''&amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus scoffed. ''&amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervention in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot; The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. &amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot; He candidly commented. &amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. &amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere? The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. &amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot; He informed. &amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. &amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot; He stated. &amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. &amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot; He began. &amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot; The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. &amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. &amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot; He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. &amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. &amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. &amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. &amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. &amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot; Ciar replied. &amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. &amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot; Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot; Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. &amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot; Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. &amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in Non-Intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar nodded. &amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot; He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot; Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot; The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. &amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot; The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. &amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot; He shrugged nonchalantly. &amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot; Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. &amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot; He quietly responded. &amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. &amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot; He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot; Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
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Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. &amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he wil allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. “Leave, we have matters to discuss.” He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
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“The hell is wrong with you today?” Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. “You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!” He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
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The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. “What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”&lt;br /&gt;
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“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!” Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“My paperwork!” the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. “Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!” He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar remained standing up, “Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. “He what!?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You heard me.” The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. “I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”&lt;br /&gt;
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“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.” Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
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Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
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Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. “He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.” He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
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Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. “Ah, they told me you’d be here.” He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Yes?” Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I need to talk to you. Alone.” The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
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The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. “Well?” He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Heard the news?” Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. “The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar raised his eyebrow. “Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. “Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”&lt;br /&gt;
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“I haven’t forgotten.” Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. “However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.” He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. “You’ve played your cards right.” The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos chuckled. “I made sure I did.” He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. “We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.” &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…” The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Only the best for you.” The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. “So… I was wondering…”&lt;br /&gt;
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Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. “The council must convene. It’s urgent.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. “Who’s there?” The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. “Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.” He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
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“How do people keep getting in here…?” Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
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“He’s a master rogue.” Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. “Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
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The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. “Is it Kushiel?” Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
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“I’ll explain when we’re all there.” He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
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Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. “We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?” Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. “I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…” He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Spit it out already!” Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. “Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.” He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. “With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.” Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish nodded. “Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.” He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. “Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. “What are his plans?”&lt;br /&gt;
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“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.” Rajnish replied, shrugging. “Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.” He added.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Why tonight?” Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.” The stalker explained. “If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew scoffed. “So you have little over an hour to ambush him...” He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Gear up.” Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. “Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.” He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
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At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
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“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!” Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…” He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. “Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?” He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
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“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.” The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
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Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
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“I should kill you for what you’ve done.” The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
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“And I-I... very well deserve it…” Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
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“You would like that, wouldn’t you.” Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
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The stalker struggled to get back up. “I can… fix this!” He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
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The paladin turned his back against the stalker. “You’ve done more than enough.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. “Any news?” Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
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The rogue seemed rather distressed. “Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.” He explained. “Half of our troops left with him.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. “I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.” He turned to Rajnish again. “And you…” The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. “If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. “This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.” The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. “She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
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Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
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Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Spiritual Overload==&lt;br /&gt;
Approximately 20 days ago, Niflheim saw an increase in the appearance of restless and hostile spirits. Now, reports of said spirits and even adventurers being attacked by a powerful, unseen force are on the rise.&lt;br /&gt;
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Travelers point to the deceased Archmage Mystra's castle as having a possible relation to the influx of spirits. Allegedly, twenty three days ago, while waiting for the alignment of the stars Muspelheim is bound to, lightning and explosions were spotted coming from within the castle. Shortly after, the increase in spirits began to occur.&lt;br /&gt;
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We tried contacting Dark Allegiance Councilman Lord Matthew, owner of most of the properties in Niflheim Square, for an interview regarding the recent incidents, but we were not able to find him. Head Councilman Lord Melot informed us Matthew was currently not well of health, and thus unavailable.&lt;br /&gt;
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After King Ernst's press conference on the twenty seventh, where he expressed his concerns regarding the new dangers Niflheim presents to the public, a group of Rune-Midgard soldiers were sent to investigate the abandoned castle.&lt;br /&gt;
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Just last night, we learned eighteen of the twenty soldiers perished inside the castle. The two survivors are still in the Intensive Care Unit of the Prontera Hospital, but exclusive, anonymous reports indicate that apparently, they were brutally attacked by dark creatures, presumably spirits, that inhabited the castle.&lt;br /&gt;
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The King visited each of the deceased &amp;amp; injured soldiers' families today, expressing his condolences and offering to help the families in any way he could. His press secretary announced in an interview they would be sending another crew to investigate and, if possible, to recover the bodies.&lt;br /&gt;
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Volunteers interested in assisting may join, but are warned of the horrors that lurk inside the castle. The soldiers will be departing from Niflheim to Mystra's Castle.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Mystra's Castle===&lt;br /&gt;
Mystra's Castle&lt;br /&gt;
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Yesterday, a group of heroes, led by recently-promoted International Agent Adelaide, ventured into the abandoned Mystra's Castle. In it, they discovered the building was booby trapped, powerful necromancy kept the earlier expedition crew alive, and the doors to some parts of the castle were hexed shut.&lt;br /&gt;
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An old spirit warned the crew that the castle had been defiled with sinister magic, and the keys of an organ that opens the doors had been hidden. After finding them in relatively simple locations, Adelaide deduced whoever had been in the castle wanted the team to succeed.&lt;br /&gt;
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The team ran up the east tower to find a swirling black vortex of energy at the rooftop. It seemed to attract the spirits and undead, making them restless. After destroying it, Adelaide and the group scoured the rest of the castle for more vortices, eventually destroying them all, and finding something else.&lt;br /&gt;
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In the deepest part of the castle they encountered a broken down wall, which revealed a tunnel lead to an ominous-looking chamber. A lone pedestal stood at the center. Adelaide deduced the intruders took whatever was on it.&lt;br /&gt;
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On their way back to the entrance of the castle, the team battled the entity that had recently been attacking both the spirits and the living: A reaper, most likely sent by Hel herself to put the ghosts to rest. As if that wasn't enough, the creatures within the castle were in an uproar over the destruction of the vortices. The group of heroes bravely fought hundreds of fiends that sought to escape the castle, eventually defeating them all.&lt;br /&gt;
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It is still not known who intruded upon the castle, but alarmists claim we will know soon enough.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;You called, sir?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Tiamat informed me of your findings.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Yes.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;No one recognized the rest of the undead knights?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;No, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Hmm, thanks, and stay undercover. Adelaide doesn't trust either allegiance's investigators.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Yes, sir.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' Mystra's castle was left open for all heroes to explore for approximately two weeks after this event ended.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Fragments of Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Walking along a lonely road of a desert canyon town, Ostellos and a hooded Lord Matthew talked about their antics at Mystra's castle.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;What does she plan to do now?&amp;quot; The lord knight asked, in a hushed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;She'll retrieve the fragment, one way or another.&amp;quot; The scholar responded, nonchallantly.&lt;br /&gt;
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Matthew stopped and looked straight at Ostellos' face. &amp;quot;Amaria's now in charge of Fairyland's defense system. Those golems are not to be trifled with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos chuckled, haughtily. &amp;quot;We do not 'trifle' with anyone. We will take advantage of their preparations for the auction retrieve what was taken from Mystra's castle.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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==Blast from the Past==&lt;br /&gt;
Earlier tonight in fairyland, a stolen Airship violently crashed into Fairyland Palace's west section. An emergency broadcast was promptly issued and adventurers from across Midgard were called upon, arriving in Fairyland to help reinforce the palace. Along with the head of the golem defense system, Amaria, they secured the main rooms and protected Pixie from a group of invaders.&lt;br /&gt;
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The attackers used summoning scrolls to sic all sorts of fiery beasts on the reinforcements, among other diversions. Amaria and the group apprehended the attackers and chased the remaining ones to the vaults, where they found a mysterious man holding a large mirror fragment.&lt;br /&gt;
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The man revealed himself as the once-deceased Ostellos, the reason why a portal to Muspelheim opens every week in Niflheim. According to him, he has returned to take back the world for the Dark God Erebos. After seducing several members of the reinforcements to join him, Ostellos ordered his newfound allies to fight Amaria and the reinforcements. They were quickly defeated, however, much to Ostellos' chagrin. Considering the bested allies to be weak, Ostellos turned on them, before being defeated as well.&lt;br /&gt;
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In the end, Ostellos and the remaining followers escaped with the mysterious mirror fragment. Some claim Lord Matthew was present in the attack and assisting Ostellos, but it has not yet been confirmed.&lt;br /&gt;
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Some time after the attack, allied forces raided the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters and detained councilmen Sir Melot and Rajnish to be questioned thoroughly. Under the international law commonly known as &amp;quot;Veritable Emergency&amp;quot;, approved during Kushiel's reign of terror, any citizen can be detained during an attack of this type, without the right for bond or to be tried in court. Warrants to detain councilmen Ciar, Matthew and Tiamat have also been issued, but their whereabouts are unknown.&lt;br /&gt;
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Light Allegiance Head Councilwoman Lady Thea has made the following statement regarding the recent events:&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Tonight the world has come to learn an unsettling fact. Ostellos roams this realm free again. A man who promises a golden age, but will only bring death and destruction in an attempt to rebuild the world in Erebos' image. A man who, under any circumstance, cannot be trusted... I urge the Dark Allegiance to reveal any information they might have regarding this dangerous man, and to work together with us to put a stop to him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Regarding the stolen mirror fragment, it is currently unknown what its use is or why they want it, though it's assumed it will be used for nefarious means. Pixie claimed to not even know they had it hidden within the palace vaults and promised a thorough investigation would take place to find out how they obtained it.&lt;br /&gt;
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It was only a few months ago when Midgard was threatened with destruction. Now a new danger has risen and is on the move. Adventurers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into the wilds.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
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==To Be Titled==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
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==Of Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot; Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
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After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
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Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot; The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
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A woman's voice boomed across the room. &amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. &amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot; The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
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The woman scoffed.&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot; She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot; Lady Hel murmured... &amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot; Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot; Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot; Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
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Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. &amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot; Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Hel nodded. &amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot; Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot; Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. &amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
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A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot; said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. &amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot; she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
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The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
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With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
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The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
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The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
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Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. ''&amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, smiling quite nonchalantly.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar nodded. ''&amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. ''&amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. ''&amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. ''&amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
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At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot;'' The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. ''&amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot;'' After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked up to Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot;'' She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. ''&amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. ''&amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. ''&amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. ''&amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. ''&amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot;'' The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus, chuckled dryly. ''&amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Lightsiders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. ''&amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus scoffed. ''&amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervention in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot; The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. &amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot; He candidly commented. &amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. &amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere? The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. &amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot; He informed. &amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. &amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot; He stated. &amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. &amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot; He began. &amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot; The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. &amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. &amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot; He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. &amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. &amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. &amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. &amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. &amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot; Ciar replied. &amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. &amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot; Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot; Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. &amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot; Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. &amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in Non-Intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar nodded. &amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot; He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot; Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot; The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. &amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot; The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. &amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot; He shrugged nonchalantly. &amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot; Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. &amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot; He quietly responded. &amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. &amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot; He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot; Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. &amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he wil allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. “Leave, we have matters to discuss.” He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“The hell is wrong with you today?” Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. “You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!” He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. “What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!” Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“My paperwork!” the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. “Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!” He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar remained standing up, “Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. “He what!?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You heard me.” The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. “I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.” Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. “He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.” He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. “Ah, they told me you’d be here.” He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Yes?” Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I need to talk to you. Alone.” The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. “Well?” He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Heard the news?” Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. “The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar raised his eyebrow. “Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. “Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I haven’t forgotten.” Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. “However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.” He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. “You’ve played your cards right.” The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled. “I made sure I did.” He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. “We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.” &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…” The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Only the best for you.” The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. “So… I was wondering…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. “The council must convene. It’s urgent.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. “Who’s there?” The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. “Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.” He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“How do people keep getting in here…?” Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“He’s a master rogue.” Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. “Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. “Is it Kushiel?” Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I’ll explain when we’re all there.” He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. “We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?” Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. “I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…” He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Spit it out already!” Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. “Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.” He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. “With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.” Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish nodded. “Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.” He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. “Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. “What are his plans?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.” Rajnish replied, shrugging. “Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.” He added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Why tonight?” Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.” The stalker explained. “If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew scoffed. “So you have little over an hour to ambush him...” He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Gear up.” Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. “Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.” He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!” Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…” He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. “Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?” He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.” The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I should kill you for what you’ve done.” The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“And I-I... very well deserve it…” Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You would like that, wouldn’t you.” Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker struggled to get back up. “I can… fix this!” He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The paladin turned his back against the stalker. “You’ve done more than enough.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. “Any news?” Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The rogue seemed rather distressed. “Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.” He explained. “Half of our troops left with him.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. “I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.” He turned to Rajnish again. “And you…” The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. “If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. “This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.” The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. “She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
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Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
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Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
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==To Be Titled==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
==Of Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot; Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot; The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A woman's voice boomed across the room. &amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. &amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot; The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The woman scoffed.&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot; She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot; Lady Hel murmured... &amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot; Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot; Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot; Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. &amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot; Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded. &amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot; Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot; Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. &amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot; said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. &amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot; she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. ''&amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot;'' the professor asked, smiling quite nonchalantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot;'' Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar nodded. ''&amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. ''&amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. ''&amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. ''&amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. &amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot; The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. &amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot; After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked upto Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot; the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot; She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. &amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. &amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. &amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. &amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. &amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot; The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus, chuckled dryly. &amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Light Siders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. &amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus scoffed. &amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervetion in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot; The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. &amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot; He candidly commented. &amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. &amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere? The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. &amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot; He informed. &amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. &amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot; He stated. &amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. &amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot; He began. &amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot; The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. &amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. &amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot; He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. &amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. &amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. &amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. &amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. &amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot; Ciar replied. &amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. &amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot; Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot; Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. &amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot; Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. &amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in Non-Intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar nodded. &amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot; He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot; Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot; The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. &amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot; The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. &amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot; He shrugged nonchalantly. &amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot; Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. &amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot; He quietly responded. &amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. &amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot; He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot; Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. &amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he wil allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. “Leave, we have matters to discuss.” He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“The hell is wrong with you today?” Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. “You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!” He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. “What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!” Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“My paperwork!” the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. “Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!” He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar remained standing up, “Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. “He what!?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You heard me.” The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. “I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.” Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. “He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.” He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. “Ah, they told me you’d be here.” He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Yes?” Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I need to talk to you. Alone.” The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. “Well?” He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Heard the news?” Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. “The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar raised his eyebrow. “Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. “Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I haven’t forgotten.” Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. “However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.” He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. “You’ve played your cards right.” The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled. “I made sure I did.” He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. “We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.” &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…” The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Only the best for you.” The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. “So… I was wondering…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. “The council must convene. It’s urgent.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. “Who’s there?” The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. “Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.” He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“How do people keep getting in here…?” Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“He’s a master rogue.” Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. “Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. “Is it Kushiel?” Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I’ll explain when we’re all there.” He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. “We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?” Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. “I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…” He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Spit it out already!” Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. “Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.” He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. “With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.” Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish nodded. “Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.” He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. “Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. “What are his plans?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.” Rajnish replied, shrugging. “Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.” He added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Why tonight?” Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.” The stalker explained. “If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew scoffed. “So you have little over an hour to ambush him...” He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Gear up.” Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. “Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.” He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!” Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…” He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. “Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?” He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.” The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I should kill you for what you’ve done.” The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“And I-I... very well deserve it…” Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You would like that, wouldn’t you.” Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker struggled to get back up. “I can… fix this!” He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The paladin turned his back against the stalker. “You’ve done more than enough.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. “Any news?” Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The rogue seemed rather distressed. “Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.” He explained. “Half of our troops left with him.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. “I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.” He turned to Rajnish again. “And you…” The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. “If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. “This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.” The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. “She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==To Be Titled==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Of Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot; Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot; The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A woman's voice boomed across the room. &amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. &amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot; The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The woman scoffed.&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot; She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot; Lady Hel murmured... &amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot; Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot; Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot; Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. &amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot; Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded. &amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot; Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot; Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. &amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot; said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. &amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot; she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. &amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot; the professor asked, smiling quite nonchallantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot; Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar nodded. &amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. &amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. &amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. &amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. &amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot; The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. &amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot; After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked upto Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot; the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot; She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. &amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. &amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. &amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. &amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. &amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot; The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus, chuckled dryly. &amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Light Siders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. &amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus scoffed. &amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervetion in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot; The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. &amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot; He candidly commented. &amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. &amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere? The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. &amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot; He informed. &amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. &amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot; He stated. &amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. &amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot; He began. &amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot; The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. &amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. &amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot; He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. &amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. &amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. &amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. &amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. &amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot; Ciar replied. &amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. &amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot; Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot; Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. &amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot; Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. &amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in Non-Intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar nodded. &amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot; He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot; Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot; The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. &amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot; The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. &amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot; He shrugged nonchalantly. &amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot; Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. &amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot; He quietly responded. &amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. &amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot; He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot; Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. &amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he wil allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. “Leave, we have matters to discuss.” He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“The hell is wrong with you today?” Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. “You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!” He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. “What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!” Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“My paperwork!” the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. “Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!” He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar remained standing up, “Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. “He what!?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You heard me.” The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. “I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.” Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. “He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.” He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. “Ah, they told me you’d be here.” He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Yes?” Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I need to talk to you. Alone.” The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. “Well?” He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Heard the news?” Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. “The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar raised his eyebrow. “Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. “Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I haven’t forgotten.” Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. “However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.” He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. “You’ve played your cards right.” The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled. “I made sure I did.” He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. “We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.” &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…” The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Only the best for you.” The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. “So… I was wondering…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. “The council must convene. It’s urgent.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. “Who’s there?” The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. “Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.” He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“How do people keep getting in here…?” Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“He’s a master rogue.” Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. “Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. “Is it Kushiel?” Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I’ll explain when we’re all there.” He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. “We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?” Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. “I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…” He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Spit it out already!” Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. “Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.” He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. “With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.” Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish nodded. “Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.” He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. “Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. “What are his plans?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.” Rajnish replied, shrugging. “Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.” He added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Why tonight?” Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.” The stalker explained. “If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew scoffed. “So you have little over an hour to ambush him...” He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Gear up.” Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. “Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.” He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!” Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…” He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. “Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?” He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.” The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I should kill you for what you’ve done.” The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“And I-I... very well deserve it…” Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You would like that, wouldn’t you.” Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker struggled to get back up. “I can… fix this!” He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The paladin turned his back against the stalker. “You’ve done more than enough.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. “Any news?” Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The rogue seemed rather distressed. “Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.” He explained. “Half of our troops left with him.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. “I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.” He turned to Rajnish again. “And you…” The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. “If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. “This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.” The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. “She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category:HeRO Roleplay]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
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		<title>Modern Chronicles</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Added Shadows of a Bygone Yesteryear to the page.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;The Modern Chronicles deal with the present day issues and stories of the two allegiances.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Chapters==&lt;br /&gt;
Below you can read the stories as they happened chronologically in the current era.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Shadow Side Story]]: The tale of Eudoxie, an apprentice of Mystra and her attempts to bring about Ragnarok to rebuild the world in Erebos' image.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Diverging Paths]]: The aftermath of Muspelheim's rise and influence on the world, and tells of Levia Lusca's emergence in Byalan.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Fairy Stories]]: The chronicles of the fairies, and their confrontation for who should rule their kind. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[Curse of the Moonlight Bell]]: The detailing of events that happened concurrently with the Fairy Stories. Adventurers work to restore Ciar's mind from the influence of a particular cursed artifact. &lt;br /&gt;
*[[Call of Yggdrasil]]: The account of a visit from the goddess Nerthus and the healing of Yggdrasil.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Mantle of Deceit]]: Odin's prophecy spoke of the rise of a second, dangerous foe he called the Cloaked Schemer. The details of the Golemancer Kushiel lie within.&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Shadows of a Bygone Yesteryear]]: The current narrative. Fiends of the past live again, and with new, nefarious plans in the works.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==See Also==&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Chronicle of the Heroes- heRO Roleplay]]&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Ancient Chronicles]]&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Terminology Guide]]&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Dark Allegiance Characters]]&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Light Allegiance Characters]]&lt;br /&gt;
*[[Other Characters]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:HeRO Roleplay]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

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		<title>Shadows of a Bygone Yesteryear</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==To Be Titled==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Of Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot; Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot; The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A woman's voice boomed across the room. &amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. &amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot; The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The woman scoffed.&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot; She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot; Lady Hel murmured... &amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot; Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot; Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot; Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. &amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot; Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded. &amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot; Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot; Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. &amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot; said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. &amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot; she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. &amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot; the professor asked, smiling quite nonchallantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot; Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar nodded. &amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. &amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. &amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. &amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought. &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. &amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot; The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. &amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot; After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked upto Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot; the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot; She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. &amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. &amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. &amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. &amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. &amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot; The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus, chuckled dryly. &amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Light Siders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. &amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus scoffed. &amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervetion in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot; The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. &amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot; He candidly commented. &amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. &amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere? The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. &amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot; He informed. &amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. &amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot; He stated. &amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. &amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot; He began. &amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot; The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. &amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. &amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot; He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. &amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. &amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. &amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. &amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. &amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot; Ciar replied. &amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. &amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot; Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot; Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. &amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot; Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. &amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in Non-Intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar nodded. &amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot; He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot; Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot; The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. &amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot; The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. &amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot; He shrugged nonchalantly. &amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot; Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. &amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot; He quietly responded. &amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. &amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot; He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot; Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. &amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he wil allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. “Leave, we have matters to discuss.” He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“The hell is wrong with you today?” Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. “You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!” He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. “What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!” Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“My paperwork!” the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. “Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!” He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar remained standing up, “Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. “He what!?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You heard me.” The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. “I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.” Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. “He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.” He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. “Ah, they told me you’d be here.” He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Yes?” Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I need to talk to you. Alone.” The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. “Well?” He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Heard the news?” Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. “The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar raised his eyebrow. “Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. “Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I haven’t forgotten.” Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. “However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.” He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. “You’ve played your cards right.” The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled. “I made sure I did.” He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. “We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.” &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…” The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Only the best for you.” The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. “So… I was wondering…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. “The council must convene. It’s urgent.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. “Who’s there?” The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. “Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.” He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“How do people keep getting in here…?” Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“He’s a master rogue.” Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. “Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. “Is it Kushiel?” Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I’ll explain when we’re all there.” He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. “We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?” Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. “I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…” He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Spit it out already!” Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. “Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.” He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. “With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.” Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish nodded. “Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.” He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. “Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. “What are his plans?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.” Rajnish replied, shrugging. “Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.” He added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Why tonight?” Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.” The stalker explained. “If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew scoffed. “So you have little over an hour to ambush him...” He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Gear up.” Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. “Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.” He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!” Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…” He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. “Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?” He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.” The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I should kill you for what you’ve done.” The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“And I-I... very well deserve it…” Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You would like that, wouldn’t you.” Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker struggled to get back up. “I can… fix this!” He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The paladin turned his back against the stalker. “You’ve done more than enough.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. “Any news?” Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The rogue seemed rather distressed. “Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.” He explained. “Half of our troops left with him.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. “I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.” He turned to Rajnish again. “And you…” The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. “If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. “This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.” The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. “She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
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Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
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Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim. Stay tuned to The Midgard Times for more info.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[Category:HeRO Roleplay]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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		<title>Shadows of a Bygone Yesteryear</title>
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		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Renamed the main headers, added more story as sub-headers + Saving Progress&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;==General Story==&lt;br /&gt;
To Be Filled.&lt;br /&gt;
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==To Be Titled==&lt;br /&gt;
Somewhere in one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our HQ is in ruins, our forces are terrified of him, and Kushiel just escaped from prison. Another attack on us is imminent.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No need to recap, I know what's going on. We need to set up a better temporary base somewhere where we can train our troops.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;We had the best people guarding our Headquarters and they're either dead, or missing limbs. We need someone that fears nothing, and can at least match his destructive magic power.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm not going to fight him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Nice display of modesty, but I'm referring to someone long gone.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;I don't follow, Rajnish.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Lady Hel lives somewhere in Niflheim... I'm hoping we can make some sort of deal with her to bring back one of our more powerful members...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Absolutely not! I will not have those old zealots disturb our order. Kushiel's enough of a threat as it is!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;But Melot, with each passing day... Kushiel plots our destruction. We have to take decisive action! Someone like Mystra could easily do away with him like she did with Eudoxie!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;My answer is no. That's final. And don't mention that name.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;... The Dark Allegiance has grown weak because of you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I do what I've done recently to protect the Allegiance and Midgard... There's some things I cannot tell you... Just know that a certain peace must be kept. If the world is destroyed, who will be left to receive Erebos' teachings?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Erebos taught us that only the strong survive. Yet you cower here while our men die protecting you.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And hundreds more will die until we defeat Kushiel! We do not need ghosts of the past or weapons ahead of our time to win this war. We will show the world we stand stronger than ever in the face of adversity, and once Kushiel is dead... We'll be proud to say that nothing can crush the Dark Allegiance.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Close the door on your way out, please?&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
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==Of Fiends and Shadows==&lt;br /&gt;
Deep in the dark Niflheim forests, a group of warriors journeyed forward into the unknown. Leading them were Lord Matthew and a limping Rajnish, who, in a hushed tone, discussed the latter's plans.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I hope this plan of yours works. She's not fond of me being de facto mayor of Niflheim Town.&amp;quot; Lord Matthew grumbled...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So long as you keep your temper in check and let me do the talking, everything will be alright. She can't deny us a thing, with what we're offering her.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied, looking back at several crates their followers carried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After fifteen more minutes of walking through the forest and fending off all sorts of spirits and creatures, they made it to a castle, much bigger than the one northeast of Niflheim that once served as fairy Lucretia's residence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once the two bony figures guarding the castle entrance were shown the contents of the crates, they let the dark siders pass.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...That was easier than I thought.&amp;quot; The crimson lord knight commented. Rajnish snickered, shaking his head. Two more guards opened the way to the room where the castle's owner was located. The dark siders walked in, and bowed quickly, as directed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A woman's voice boomed across the room. &amp;quot;Well, well, if it isn't Lord Matthew... come to make my castle yours?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked up to speak to the woman he could barely see. &amp;quot;Lady Hel, we've come to make an offering, in exchange for a small favor...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What kind of favor would I be doing you...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Our world is threatened by a powerful spellcaster... We were hoping you, who rules over all spirits of this planet, could return to us one of our own...&amp;quot; The stalker replied, submissively, before being interrupted by Lady Hel.&lt;br /&gt;
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The woman scoffed.&amp;quot;What could you possibly have to offer that would persuade me to do such a thing?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish motioned his followers to step forward with one of the crates. They opened it, revealing large violet crystals inside. Lady Hel, intrigued by the offering, stood up from her dark throne and stepped forward into the more illuminated part of the room. She had a light tan skin color, and lumbered over the men. Her hairstyle's defiance of gravity was... impressive, to say the least, and she wore deep purple robes adorned with different runes.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;This is certainly quite the offering...&amp;quot; She commented, entranced by the crystals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I've been to a great library northeast of Lutie... I know you're interested in these crystals.&amp;quot; Rajnish replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I only keep a few in case I might ever have a use for them, but someone I know would do anything for these refined stones...&amp;quot; Lady Hel murmured... &amp;quot;They have been futilely invading a certain land for ages to get an enormous crystal of this type.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;So, do we have a deal?&amp;quot; Rajnish spoke up, rather politely.&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;quot;Who do want me to bring back?&amp;quot; Hel asked, looking down at the human.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mystra will do...&amp;quot; Rajnish smiled sinisterly, as he thought of what awaited Kushiel.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lady Hel laughed, as if someone had just told her a joke. &amp;quot;You think she is in this planet like any other desolate soul? Hah, I wish!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish and Lord Matthew's expressions changed from eager to completely disappointed. They went against Sir Melot's wishes in vain.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do not worry for her. She is with whom she wanted to be with.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who the hell are you going to bring back if Mystra's not available!?&amp;quot; Matthew, infuriated at their failure, murmured to Rajnish, who simply shook his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Lady Hel, I don't suppose you can give us Ostellos...?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded. &amp;quot;That fiendish bastard, I can give you. Which of your men's souls are you going to trade me for him?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;What!?&amp;quot; Matthew questioned, in awe. His followers began to mumble amongst themselves, in fear of what would happen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He needs a body, and Ostellos will just destroy the other soul. I might as well just have it.&amp;quot; Hel explained, with an exasperated sigh. It seemed she really didn't like the Lord Knight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ultimately, Rajnish grabbed a scholar and pushed him towards Hel. &amp;quot;Just take that one, he'll be comfortable in a professor's body.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Hel nodded, and leaned towards the whimpering scholar. One of her bony guards walked into the room. Its hand was stretched out, with what could best be described as a swirling pitch-black mass of energy hovering above it. The guard stood by Hel, who clasped and waved her hand to extract the scholar's gray-tinted soul.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
A disturbed Lord Matthew watched as Hel placed the dark mass above the soulless, comatose scholar. It entered through every pore of the man's skin, making the body have a seizure-like reaction. Rajnish watched, not even cringing at the sight.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That's all.&amp;quot; said Hel, gesturing as if presenting a gift. &amp;quot;Now, get out of my castle.&amp;quot; she quite bluntly added, going back to her throne.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar stood up, with some trouble.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;...Ostellos?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, curiously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
With an eerie smile, the scholar looked back at the stalker.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;In the flesh.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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==30 Days==&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 1:===&lt;br /&gt;
The group of insubordinate darksiders left Hel's Lair through the front gate after having just revived Ostellos. Rajnish and the reborn man walked in front, while Lord Matthew and the rest quietly trailed behind them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor looked at his fist as he opened and closed it. Noticing this, Rajnish spoke up. ''&amp;quot;Getting used to the body?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't indulge in the small talk. ''&amp;quot;What does the Dark Allegiance want from me this time?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Straight to the point, huh...&amp;quot;''' Rajnish commented, chuckling. ''&amp;quot;Well, there's this light sider named Kushiel threatening to destroy the Dark Allegiance, and we've been thoroughly throttled each time we've faced him. You're the only other person I know that can defeat him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;If he's bested you all more than once, you all deserve to be destroyed.&amp;quot;'' The professor snapped back. ''&amp;quot;But, I guess I can help, as thanks for reviving me.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh, and before I forget... You can't reveal to anyone who you are.&amp;quot;'' The stalker informed, worried.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos scoffed. ''&amp;quot;I guessed as much, Mystra and Melot wouldn't exactly give me a warm welcome.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew, who'd gotten closer to hear what the two talked about, decided to clarify some information. ''&amp;quot;Mystra's... not alive.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos' smirk denoted his grief, or obvious lack thereof. Rajnish stopped to remind the men and women that assisted them today to keep their furtive mission today a secret. ''&amp;quot;... If the council finds out, heads will roll!&amp;quot;'' were his last words, before Ostellos interrupted.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Council...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Ah, yes. Shortly after Eudoxie's 'antics', a council was established to keep the dark side united.&amp;quot;'' Rajnish answered.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos gave a look of sheer disgust. ''&amp;quot;How... appalling.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 3:===&lt;br /&gt;
After resting in a safehouse, Ostellos was finally taken to the temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters, located in Lighthalzen.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The professor was given a quick tour of the building. During this time, he learned of what had happened during his absence.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;After your death, Eudoxie was killed by Mystra, who decided not to close the gate to Muspelheim. Now, there's a permanent opening available every monday when Muspel's second star aligns with the planet...&amp;quot;'' Rajnish explained, as he and Ostellos walked through the hallways.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos smiled. ''&amp;quot;Good.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish shook his head and rolled his eyes. ''&amp;quot;Anyway, some time after, Satan Morroc was revived. It laid waste to Morroc, but the Light and Dark Allegiances teamed up and sent him running.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Let me guess... The Dark Allegiance tried to beat Satan Morroc by itself and failed.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;... Yes.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I'm sensing a pattern here.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Since then, there's been peace between the two allegiances, until Kushiel decided to go about blowing up buildings and blaming us for Satan Morocc's resurrection.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;The Dark Side didn't revive him...?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish gave Ostellos a surprised look. ''&amp;quot;No, we're not like you, that seeks constant destruction to bring about a new world order. Our beliefs and ideas will be spread via lawfulness and organized recruitment.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos sighed, facepalmed, and carried on.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 6===&lt;br /&gt;
Several books and newspapers lie on a table. Ostellos seemed to be still trying to catch up on what he's missed. Lord Matthew passed by, letting out a low growl as he saw the professor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos didn't quite notice, as he called out to him to talk. ''&amp;quot;Hey, you. Where is everyone?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is everyone. Since Kushiel destroyed our previous headquarters and killed off our best fighters, we can't risk losing more of our people by keeping them around all day. And even before Kushiel's reign of terror, we didn't have members dedicated enough to stay in HQ all day.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I see... What about the 'council members'?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;What about us?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I've only seen you and Rajnish. What about the others?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Melot's probably in his office, Ciar's probably off doing whatever professors do, and Tiamat... Well, I'm not sure. She disappears a lot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos tilted his head, smiling strangely. ''&amp;quot;Melot's here? Take me to him.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I... don't think I can just do that. Why do you want to go to him anyway?&amp;quot;'' Matthew asked. He didn't like the sound of the request.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's been so long, I just want to see him. And you will take me to him.&amp;quot;'' His voice turned more sinister as he replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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''&amp;quot;H-hey Melot.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Good afternoon, Matthew. Who's this?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;This is... Orpheus. He's new.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;It's a pleasure to meet you, oh great Sir Melot... I've been wanting to meet you personally for a while now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Haven't I seen you around here for a few weeks now?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Oh no, he was just here as my guest is all!&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Anyways, welcome to the Dark Allegiance. Now, I've got some business to attend to. You know where the door is, I presum--&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;How does having a Council feel?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Excuse me?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;Orpheus, don't...&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I said: How does having a council feel? You once used to command the whole Dark Allegiance until Eudoxie split it in two. Now it's whole again, but you never recovered the power you had over the Dark Side.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;I did not favor the idea of a council at first, but in time I saw that one man cannot control everything. The input from people with different mindsets have carried us to where we are now.&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
''&amp;quot;To the allegiance... on the brink of destruction?&amp;quot;''&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 7===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;That was completely reckless! You shouldn't have taken him to Melot!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;He insisted... If I didn't take him, he would have gone by himself!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;You could have said no!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why do I have to take care of him anyway? this was all your idea!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos kept quiet as he eavesdropped on the hushed argument between Rajnish and Lord Matthew in one of rooms of the latter's office. Their exchange of words came to an abrupt end as Ostellos walked into the office. &amp;quot;I was told you wanted to talk to me?&amp;quot; the professor asked, smiling quite nonchallantly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, 'Orpheus'. How goes your training?&amp;quot; Rajnish inquired.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar nodded. &amp;quot;I'm doing well. The armors provided to me allow this body to take more hits than it normally can handle.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Good, good. You'll be our strongest weapon against Kushiel...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos looked away from the two, hiding a faint smile. &amp;quot;Yes yes, since you couldn't handle him, pit me against him.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at Ostellos straight in the eye. &amp;quot;That is correct. Your resurrection was for that sole purpose.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Spared of one of the Stalker's sugar-coated replies, the scholar looked back at at him, smiling devilishly. &amp;quot;Very well. I'll need more time to be in tip-top shape.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
All the while Lord Matthew looked down, lost in thought. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 13===&lt;br /&gt;
With an abrupt, yet stylish thrust of the hand, Ostellos shot streams of fire at his opponents. The two lord knights avoided what they could, as they ran straight for their target. The professor encased one in ice, but was promptly bashed in the right temple by the other. Evidently infuriated, he managed to grab his attacker by the neck, petrifying him on the spot. With a flurry of lightning bolts, the frozen knight fell, while the other was knocked out with fiery fury.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At the room's door stood Rajnish and the High Wizard Tiamat. &amp;quot;Your new recruit is quite the fighter.&amp;quot; The woman pointed out. Rajnish chuckled. &amp;quot;He's a bit of a loose cannon, but with proper training and discipline, he will be a fine fighter.&amp;quot; After a third round of beating up knights, 'Orpheus', as Ostellos came to be known, walked upto Rajnish and Tiamat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And who is this lovely lady?&amp;quot; the professor asked, extending his hand to shake Tiamat's.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I am Tiamat.&amp;quot; She shook his hand, nodding and smiling. &amp;quot;You're a very skilled fighter.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'Orpheus' smiled back, gently kissing the woman's hand. &amp;quot;A pleasure to meet you, councilwoman.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish left for a few minutes to talk to the Lord Knights about their next training session with the professor, leaving Orpheus alone with Tiamat. &amp;quot;Hmm... Have we met somewhere before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat shook her head. &amp;quot;I believe I've seen you around here before, but other than that, I don't think so.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos nodded, not thinking much else of the matter. &amp;quot;If I may ask, where do you stand in the wide spectrum of the Dark Allegiances' ideals?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I'm a strong believer of accomplishing our goals without violence.&amp;quot; The high wizard replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus, chuckled dryly. &amp;quot;I see...&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;If given the chance, the Light Siders would surely destroy us all. What would you do if they tried?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Tiamat looked at the professor, with a more serious expression. &amp;quot;Then I would defend the Allegiance. But I will not be the one to draw first blood.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus scoffed. &amp;quot;We've been great at non-intervetion in recent times. Now... we have a deranged man waging war against us on behalf of the Light Side.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I choose the path of least unnecessary conflict. Kushiel will get what is coming to him.&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 15===&lt;br /&gt;
Sir Melot exited from a lonely alley in the Yuno Residential area, looking around to make sure he wasn't seen. On his way to the town square, a familiar voice talked to him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Pals with Archelaus now, huh?&amp;quot; The male voice asked, judgingly.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed, and closed his eyes as he shook his head. &amp;quot;Rajnish, what a disappointing surprise.&amp;quot; He candidly commented. &amp;quot;What brings you here?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish chuckled, appearing from out of nowhere. &amp;quot;Oh, nothing much, just rumors of you disappearing randomly.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Can we take this elsewhere? The Paladin asked, looking around nervously.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Back at one of the Dark Allegiance's safehouses, Sir Melot tried to explain what was going on. &amp;quot;He gives me intel on The Golemancer, that's it.&amp;quot; He informed. &amp;quot;Adelaide's investigation is moving forward with the volunteers' help.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish just stood there, looking at him. &amp;quot;You're lying. Tiamat was the one who gathered intel. Why would you do it now?&amp;quot; He stated. &amp;quot;If your secret meetings with Light Side councilmen gets out to the press, our members will lose what little trust they have left in us!&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot began pacing. &amp;quot;I know...&amp;quot; He began. &amp;quot;I can't tell you what's going on, you have to trust me. It's in the Dark Side's best interests to avoid conflict.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Who else knows about this?&amp;quot; Rajnish asked, looking away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Thea, Archelaus, Tiamat and I.&amp;quot; The paladin replied.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker scoffed, shaking his head. &amp;quot;You shouldn't keep secrets from your fellow councilmen, Melot... Just tell me what's going on.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot looked down, somewhat ashamed. &amp;quot;Fine.&amp;quot; He looked back up at Rajnish, with a serious expression. &amp;quot;I'll tell you why Thea and I have been so cooperative with each other recently.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 18===&lt;br /&gt;
The makeshift lab in the basement of the Dark Allegiance Temporary Headquarters was, simply put, a mess. The head researcher, Ciar, had no assistants to help ever since the Prontera Headquarters was destroyed by The Golemancer. He quietly tinkered away on his own, trying to recreate an old weapon the Dark Allegiance once used, when 'Orpheus' walked into the room, trying to survey yet another council member.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Do you need anything?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, having not even looked at who walked into his lab.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus wasted no time in small talk. &amp;quot;How well do you get along with the other members?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The head researcher continued tinkering with a mechanical blue sphere. &amp;quot;... Why do you want to know?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Just curious.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar kept silent for a few seconds before replying. &amp;quot;I... get along fine with all of them.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Dissatisfied with the response, Orpheus instead approached Ciar and his experiment. &amp;quot;These are forces, no?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Yes, they are!&amp;quot; Ciar replied. &amp;quot;Seen them before?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus picked up one of the odd machines to inspect them. &amp;quot;I've had experience working with some great minds in the past. What exactly are you trying to do with them?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They were used by the Dark Allegiance long ago, but the exact way to create them was lost. I've only managed to reverse engineer Seal Forces, but not the rest.&amp;quot; Ciar explained, now more engaged in the conversation.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Mind if I suggest a few tweaks?&amp;quot; Orpheus asked, opening a force and fiddling with the core. &amp;quot;Hmm... try a dark crystal fragment.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;And remove the regular crystal fragment?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, tilting his head.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;No. Use both.&amp;quot; Orpheus responded, placing the sphere on the table and glancing around at other experiments in the messy room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
After a conversation about the rest of Ciar's projects, Orpheus began to try and get to know more about Ciar again. &amp;quot;Are you as fierce a believer in Non-Intervention as Tiamat?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar nodded. &amp;quot;Yeah. We don't need to go around getting our hands dirty over every single issue like we used to ages ago. We have to get on with the times.&amp;quot; He explained, ever-entranced by his own work.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, so that's why...&amp;quot; Orpheus murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Why what?&amp;quot; Ciar asked, seeing from the corner of his eye that Orpheus had turned away from him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Oh, nothing...&amp;quot; The other scholar replied, quietly. After half a minute of silence, he turned around again. &amp;quot;Actually... I'll tell you, but you didn't hear it from me...&amp;quot; The tone of Orpheus voice changed slightly. &amp;quot;Rajnish said you and Tiamat were weak and undeserving of being in the Dark Allegiance, much less the council.&amp;quot; He shrugged nonchalantly. &amp;quot;Especially after an apparent incident with some bell?&amp;quot; Orpheus added, shaking his head and softly patting Ciar on the shoulder.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar's expression changed. He clenched his jaw, moving away from Orpheus. &amp;quot;I expected nothing less from that Erebos-lover.&amp;quot; He quietly responded. &amp;quot;He still worships and prays to him, you know. Says a lot about his 'progressive' ways.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus' nerves had been struck. &amp;quot;The Allegiance was founded on Erebos' beliefs that only the strong survive.&amp;quot; He said, with a grave tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Ugh. Ancient gods, ancient teachings. We hadn't seen or heard of any Asgardian up until Odin showed up last year and pranced around Prontera for a month.&amp;quot; Ciar replied, disdainfully.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Orpheus had heard enough. As he got ready to leave, he made one final comment. &amp;quot;Erebos will return again one day, however. The world will be his for the taking... and he wil allow only the strongest will survive.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The door to Rajnish’s office opened rather abruptly, and in barged a very unhappy-looking Ciar. “Leave, we have matters to discuss.” He told an alchemist, gesturing rudely.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“The hell is wrong with you today?” Rajnish asked, at a loss.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar waited until the two were finally alone to speak his mind. “You better quit trash-talking Tiamat and I behind our backs just because we don’t believe in your trash ideals!” He quite loudly said, pointing his index finger at Rajnish in a threatening way.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker shook his head in disbelief as he sat down in his office chair. “What are you talking about!? I haven’t said anything about you two!”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Don’t lie to me, Rajnish!” Ciar yelled, banging his fists on the table and accidentally setting a stack of papers on fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“My paperwork!” the stalker yelled, dowsing the ember with a water bottle. “Sit and calm the hell down, or I’ll have you thrown out of my office!” He exclaimed, rubbing his forehead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar remained standing up, “Your newest recruit, Orpheus, I think is his name? He told me how you keep calling us weak and undeserving of the chair in the council.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish was stunned at his new recruit’s treacherous acts. “He what!?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You heard me.” The scholar replied, with a furious glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish sighed, shaking his head. “I assure you, I haven’t said a word about you.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You better stop this crap if you want me to continue making machines for you.” Ciar remarked, slamming the door as he stormed off. &lt;br /&gt;
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===Day 22===&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Three guards from the Temporary Dark Allegiance Headquarters were seated on a bench in Lighthalzen, spending their lunch break listening to Orpheus vehemently preach about the god Erebos and his goals.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Blending with a nearby tree’s shadow, Rajnish watched, patiently and quietly. “He thinks he can do whatever he wants, huh.” He thought.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Once finished, the three guards and Orpheus walked towards the town center. Rajnish was standing around, as if he’d just gotten there. “Ah, they told me you’d be here.” He commented.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Yes?” Orpheus asked, with a tone of disdain in his voice.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I need to talk to you. Alone.” The stalker informed, with a smile that couldn’t seem any more forced.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The guards didn’t move an inch, until Orpheus motioned for them to go. “Well?” He asked, crossing his arms.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Heard the news?” Rajnish asked, giving him no time to answer. “The Golemancer plans to release Nyddhoggur’s Shadow from its prison in Yggdrasil’s Root.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The scholar raised his eyebrow. “Interesting. He’s quite the visionary.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish’s fake smile began to look more like a scowl at this point. “Have you forgotten about your training? You’ve spent the last 2 days bonding with the grunts and guards of the allegiance.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I haven’t forgotten.” Orpheus replied, shaking his head slowly. “However, I’ve seen beyond your mission. Why should I stop Kushiel from doing what he wants? If he’s promising to end the Dark Allegiance, then it’s time to toughen up and face your problems head on, not rely on eldritch beings such as me to do the dirty work for you. What will happen, will happen. It’s only a matter of being strong enough to survive.” He explained, with a smile on his face.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish could only just stare at him, to which Orpheus replied by staring back at him, still smiling. “You’ve played your cards right.” The stalker answered, admitting defeat.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos chuckled. “I made sure I did.” He turned around and waved at the Dark Side guards to come back to him. “We’re going back to the base. Goodbye, comrade.” &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 25===&lt;br /&gt;
The lighting was not too bright, and not too dark at Ciar’s dining room. Several lit candles gracefully adorned the table. Tiamat walked into the room, guided by the professor himself. She gasped in awe at the sight of her favorite dinner waiting for her on the table.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Wow, you really outdid yourself this time…” The woman commented, as Ciar moved back the chair for her to seat in.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Only the best for you.” The professor replied, sitting on the other side of the table. “So… I was wondering…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Before he could say anything else, a male voice spoke out. “The council must convene. It’s urgent.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Both Ciar and Tiamat stood up abruptly. “Who’s there?” The professor asked, creating a small fireball that hovered above his hand and lit up the room.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish appeared next to the dining table. “Sorry to interrupt, but we have to go.” He said in a distressed tone, heading for the door.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“How do people keep getting in here…?” Ciar murmured.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“He’s a master rogue.” Tiamat replied, following Rajnish. “Plus, you always leave the second floor windows open.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ciar sighed, burying his face in his hands before quickly chugging down from his wine cup and running off.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The three exited the mansion and were guided through lonely alleys instead of the main road. “Is it Kushiel?” Tiamat asked Rajnish.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I’ll explain when we’re all there.” He replied. By then, the clouds had blocked the moon, further darkening Rachel’s streets.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Eventually, the three made it to an unassuming house in the southeast district. Inside, Sir Melot and Lord Matthew waited, with an unhappy expression. “We’re all here like you wanted. Can you please tell us what’s going on now!?” Melot exclaimed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish rubbed his neck as he paced around the room. A deafening silence fell, as everyone stared at the stalker and waited for him to speak up. “I’ve called you all here on such short notice because…” He began, but stopped, trying to find the right words to use.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Spit it out already!” Ciar burst out, irritated by whatever was going on.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish looked at him, then down at the floor, and nodded. “Almost 1 month ago, Matthew and I travelled to Hel’s Castle with a crate full of Dreamstone crystals. I had only one goal in mind: To trade it for Mystra’s Soul.” He explained. Tiamat looked at Melot, worried about how he might react. “With it, I hoped to defeat Kushiel and then send Mystra back to Lady Hel, but… I was told it was not possible. Out of desperation, I ended up bringing back Ostellos… whom you probably know as Orpheus nowadays…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot, having not blinked once during Rajnish’s explanation, glanced over to Matthew. The lord knight glanced at him, and quickly looked down at the floor again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Let me guess. He turned against you, and now you’re telling on him.” Ciar commented, with his arms crossed.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish nodded. “Kushiel had destroyed our HQ and decimated our troops. I lost an eye and almost a leg because of him.” He explained, pointing at the patch covering his left eye. “Desperation can drive a man to do crazy things.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled. “What are his plans?”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I don’t know for sure, but he’s gotten in our members’ good graces. He might want to split us to take control.” Rajnish replied, shrugging. “Whatever his goals are, we can stop him. Tonight.” He added.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Why tonight?” Tiamat asked.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Every night at eleven, he warps to Rachel and walks toward an inn on the southwest district. It’s his current residence.” The stalker explained. “If we wait any longer, he might be on to us. He’s very perceptive.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Lord Matthew scoffed. “So you have little over an hour to ambush him...” He looked deeply somber as he spoke.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Gear up.” Melot told the four council members, in a restrained tone. “Steer clear from the city square. If you need any resources, use the Temple’s Kafra services.” He added, walking away from the group, staring at Rajnish as he passed by him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
At ten minutes until eleven o’clock, Ostellos warped into Rachel square. He silently walked along the main road to the inn he was staying at, seemingly unaware of what awaits him. He entered the empty building and used his key to go into his room. Inside, Lord Matthew and Rajnish waited for him.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“They’re onto us, Ostellos. We have to go!” Rajnish exclaimed, in a distressed tone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Really? I’ll need to pack my stuff quickly then…” He answered, looking into Rajnish and Matthew’s eyes while taking small, slow steps forward. Suddenly, Ostellos flung a stream of lightning at the light bulb on the ceiling, glass shattering against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ostellos exited the dark room, with a ball of silky cobwebs in his hands, only to find Tiamat standing in front of the door, Ciar blocking the way to another room, and Melot about 10 feet from him. “Thought you’d escape your fate so easily?” He asked, brandishing a violet blade with two hands.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“Five against one? That hardly seems fair.” The dark-clothed professor snickered, surrounding himself by a wall of thick fog with just a wave of the hand. Just as Melot began to move, a stream of silky web was shot from the fog, stopping the paladin in his tracks. With a violent thrust of the hand, Ostellos broke Tiamat’s concentration, stopping her spell from being executed. Ciar rained down a flurry of ice shards unto Ostellos, but was promptly encased in stone.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, now free of his web prison, lunged towards Ostellos, going for his weapon and armor. The professor rebutted by blocking the attack and delivering a strong kick to his injured knee, incapacitating him. Melot took the opportunity to slash at the scholar. Having barely avoided the blow and with a bloody arm, the professor raised a spiritual barrier around him, only to be knocked violently against the wall by a ball of lightning from Tiamat. Ostellos endured a second barrage of ice splinters from Ciar as fire danced across his fingertips. He stared Melot down as the paladin charged at him with a raised blade as the last of the splinters finished piercing his robes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just as the two were about to unleash their fury at each other, a crimson blade stopped their attacks. Melot jumped back from the impact, surprised to see Matthew standing between him and the scholar. Ostellos waved his hand at Tiamat, who began to wheeze and choke, the mana siphoned right out of her. He set fire to the carpet that covered most of the room, which quickly spread and separated the high wizard and Melot from the rest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Rajnish, though still barely able to move, managed to grab Ostellos by the leg and repeatedly stab him, only to be struck in the stomach by Matthew’s boot. The lord knight helped the injured scholar up, while Ciar simply watched, astonished at the turn of events. The two friends looked at each other for a short moment, sharing unspoken words, before the crimson knight escaped with the dark scholar through the door behind Ciar.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot left through the main entrance with Tiamat, while Ciar helped Rajnish escape through a window. The four hurried through the alleys and made it back to Ciar’s mansion before the authorities got to the scene of the fire.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 26===&lt;br /&gt;
The next morning, Rajnish woke up. He limped out of bed, and head for the living room. Tiamat sat, silently sipping tea. Ciar looked out the window, with a frustrated look. All of a sudden, Rajnish found himself grabbed by the neck. Melot raised the hefty stalker with little difficulty, slamming him against the wall.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“I should kill you for what you’ve done.” The paladin commented, with a violent glare.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“And I-I... very well deserve it…” Rajnish gasped, providing the most sincere reply after Melot's actions just moments earlier.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
“You would like that, wouldn’t you.” Melot growled at the man, throwing him several feet away.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The stalker struggled to get back up. “I can… fix this!” He exclaimed, propping himself against a chair to stand on his own two feet again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The paladin turned his back against the stalker. “You’ve done more than enough.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Just then, someone knocked on the door. Ciar opened it, motioning a rogue to come inside. “Any news?” Tiamat asked, walking up to the two.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The rogue seemed rather distressed. “Orpheus arrived this morning and gave a long speech.” He explained. “Half of our troops left with him.”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Melot sighed and looked back at Rajnish, who kept quiet. He turned to look at Ciar and Tiamat, who stood by him, awaiting orders. “I want our best stealth troops gathering intel on him, and a thorough check of the temporary HQ for explosives. Ciar, I want you stationed at Midcamp so the Dark Allegiance is well represented when Kushiel attacks.” He turned to Rajnish again. “And you…” The paladin began, pointing his finger at him menacingly. “If you know what’s best for you, you’ll stay with me at all times.”&lt;br /&gt;
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&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Meanwhile, in the gloomy realm of Niflheim, Ostellos and Matthew walked along a dark road. “This is where I said she was staying. It’s finally time for you two to meet.” The scholar said, stopping in front of a lonely house. “She’ll be a powerful ally to us…”&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Day 30===&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Kushiel has been defeated.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;I see.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;Now they're free to come after us.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;They are welcome to try.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;How's her training?&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;quot;She's doing well. We'll be able to get to work soon enough.&amp;quot;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&amp;lt;&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
About 2 months later...&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Recently, Niflheim has seen an increase in the population of spirits. Experts cannot quite determine the cause for it. Some theorize it's a natural phenomenon, while others believe the balance of life and death in another realm has been disrupted, causing the land of the dead's flow of souls to increase.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Regardless, travelers are urged to be extra careful when venturing into Niflheim. Stay tuned to The Midgard Times for more info.&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Category:Modified_Official_Dungeons</id>
		<title>Category:Modified Official Dungeons</title>
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				<updated>2016-04-23T20:12:00Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: &lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;The following list includes any dungeon that has had a change in monster spawns, extensive changes in spawn rates or extensive changes in mob drops.&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Custom Content]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Crimson_Curse</id>
		<title>Crimson Curse</title>
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				<updated>2016-04-19T02:41:59Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Fixed level requirement and added quest pre-req.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;{{Template:Quest&lt;br /&gt;
| levelreq = 85+&lt;br /&gt;
| joblevelreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| classreq = &lt;br /&gt;
| skillreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| partyreq = Maybe&lt;br /&gt;
| itemreq = *Amulet x10&lt;br /&gt;
*Panacea x30&lt;br /&gt;
*Torn Magic Book x20&lt;br /&gt;
*Worn-out Magic Scroll x10&lt;br /&gt;
*Witherless Rose x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Crystal Fragment x20&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Crystal Fragment x20&lt;br /&gt;
*Crystal Mirror x1&lt;br /&gt;
*3carat Diamond x1&lt;br /&gt;
| nitemreq = &lt;br /&gt;
| zenyreq = Only if purchasing certain items from NPC's&lt;br /&gt;
| hunting =&lt;br /&gt;
| questsreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| questscoreq = [[Joining Allegiance Quest]]&lt;br /&gt;
| baseexpreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| jobexpreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| itemreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| qreward = *Allegiance Points x5&lt;br /&gt;
*Takius’s Blindfold x1&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
Assist Princess Rumika and her bloodline in removal of the Crimson Curse. For your efforts, you will be awarded allegiance points and Takius's Blindfold.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Quest==&lt;br /&gt;
'''1.''' Find Princess Rumika in Amatsu at the pond in the Northeast section of town (294, 209). When you speak with her, you’ll feel an eerie aura emanating from her. Ask her if you can be of any assistance and reply that, “you have a lot of time on your hands.” And last, tell her where you came from. After a bit more dialogue, she hands you a parcel and asks you to visit her friend Hanae in Alberta.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Crimson-Curse1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Optional:''' Speak with the Vetinarian, Sakura Seiichi, South of Princess Rumiko (274, 178) to learn further backstory regarding the white trees in the area.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Crimson-Curse2.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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'''2.''' Go to Alberta and find Lady Hanae Kazane at the lighthouse at the docks (211, 129). When prompted, tell her, “Um…excuse me?”&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Crimson-Curse3.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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'''3.'''Hanae Kazane will speak to you, but warn you the demon in the cursed parcel you handed her needs to be resealed. She asks for you to provide her with Amulet x10, Panacea x30, Torn Magic Book x20 and Worn-out Magic Scroll x10&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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'''4.''' When you return with the items, a voice will speak in your head. You are then cursed with Hanae when she sealed the demon. She tells you that she does not know how to remove the curse and to find Miharu Kazakami in Izlude.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''5.''' Make your way to Izlude, then go to the Northwest side of town behind the Weapon/Armor Shop (58,176). When speaking to Miharu Kazakami, choose the second dialogue option, and she will then tell you to find her a, “symbol of eternal love.” She is referring to a Witherless Rose. &lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Crimson-Curse4.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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'''6.''' Return to Miharu with the Witherless Rose x1. For the dialogue prompts, choose the second response again, followed by, “Here it is.” Miharu then tells you to find someone in the, “realm of the dead.” Your next destination now is Nifflehiem.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''7.''' Once you’ve arrived in Niffleheim, you can find the Witch Apprentice on the floating rocks on the right side of the map. (263, 143). &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Crimson-Curse5.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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'''8.''' Once you speak with this apprentice, she tells you that you need to perform a ritual to understand the origins of the curse. She will request you bring her Crystal Fragment x20, Crystal Mirror x1, 3Carat Diamond x1, and Dark Crystal Fragment x20.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''9.''' With all the items, return to the Witch Apprentice, when you give them to her, a voice will try to speak to you and begs you to relay a message to Princess Hanabe. The Apprentice then informs you she knows a guy who keeps up with royal and noble bloodlines. He can be found in Prontera and goes by the last name of Windsor.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Crimson-Curse6.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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'''10.''' Gregory Windsor is found inside the Prontera Chilvary in the Northwest side of town. You can find him behind the counter near the Recruiter for Prontera Culverts. He tells you Hanabe’s backstory and that her only living relative is her great great grandson Shinjioko Hanabe. Her grandson is a traveling minstrel and could be anywhere in the world, but he does add that you could visit Princess Hinable’s grave behind the Prontera Church.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''11.''' Leave the building and go to the backside of the Church on the Northeast side of Prontera. You’ll find a Young Minstrel there (273, 343).&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Crimson-Curse7.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
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'''12.''' This Young Minstrel happens to be Shijioko Hanabe! You speak with him, and tell him your story and how you came to find him. He is relieved, and removes a cloth covering his eyes. He states that thanks to you, that a curse has been lifted. It was one born of the grief and hatred between the Hinable and Hikasawa family. You then will receive his Takius’s Blindfold and receive 5 Allegiance points. This is the end of the quest.&lt;br /&gt;
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==See Also==&lt;br /&gt;
[[Light/Dark Allegiance]]&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category:Custom Quest Guides]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Golemancer_Quest</id>
		<title>Golemancer Quest</title>
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				<updated>2016-03-28T21:55:05Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: &lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;Agent Adelaide from Schwartzvald has begun to recruit heroes to track down clues regarding the insane and dangerous Golemancer Kushiel. Complete her many tasks and help move one step closer to capturing this criminal. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' This is not a permanent quest, it was created for furthering the roleplay story, [[Mantle of Deceit]]. No prior knowledge of events are necessary to complete this, as all information needed will be given to you via clues or conversations throughout events of the quest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Quest&lt;br /&gt;
| levelreq = 70&lt;br /&gt;
| joblevelreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| classreq = &lt;br /&gt;
| skillreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| partyreq = Maybe&lt;br /&gt;
| itemreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| nitemreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| zenyreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| hunting =&lt;br /&gt;
| questsreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| questscoreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| baseexpreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| jobexpreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| itemreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| qreward = *Old Purple Box x5 '''–OR-''' Old Green Box x2 '''–OR-''' Old Green Box x5 (Dependent on level)&lt;br /&gt;
*Bloody Branch x2&lt;br /&gt;
*Battleground Key x3&lt;br /&gt;
*Enriched Ore x1 (If level 85+)&lt;br /&gt;
*Job Manual x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Field Manual x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Event Bag x1&lt;br /&gt;
* LV5 Assumptio Scroll x5 (If level 85+)&lt;br /&gt;
*HP Increase Potion (Large) x5 &lt;br /&gt;
*SP Increase Potion (Large) x5&lt;br /&gt;
*Light Potion Box x2&lt;br /&gt;
*Light Blue Potion x100&lt;br /&gt;
*Delicious Candy x5&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Card Album x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Hatter Voucher if Max Base and Job level&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
=Quest=&lt;br /&gt;
==Part 1==&lt;br /&gt;
1. Speak with Secret Agent Adelaide at Rachel near the fountain in the center of town (124, 120). After saying yes to volunteer, the agent then provides you background information on The Golemancer and why he is a dangerous man. Tell her that you wish to assist her in tracking down Kushiel. Speak one more time with her to have her provide you with a task to check a canyon far west from Rachel. &lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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2. Head West to Rachel Field 10. Upon arriving, move near the middle right of the map (340, 156). A dialogue prompt box will pop up and you will then encounter a Gryphon. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' You cannot teleport on this map but can butterfly wing. You are not required to defeat the gryphon to move onto Step 3.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest2.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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3. After retreating from or defeating the Gryphon, head further South, eventually another dialogue box pops up and informs you that you suspect further difficulties ahead.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest3.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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4. Find the crystal at the top of the Southern hill (249, 97). Once you approach it another prompt pops up to inform you to report your findings to Adelaide. But before you can begin the return trek to her, three Harpy will spawn nearby. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' You are not required to defeat the three Harpy to move onto Step 5.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest4.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
5. Return to Adelaide. She informs you that the purple crystal you describe is similar to one used when he broke free from prison. For your assistance, you receive a reward based on your level one of the following: &lt;br /&gt;
*Old Purple Box x5 if your level is 89 or under.&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Green Box x2 if your level is 90-95&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Green Box x5 if your level is 96-99&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Speak with her again when you are ready to continue.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
==Part 2==&lt;br /&gt;
6. You're told next that Rekenber Company Workers in Thanatos Tower have had some Sword Guardians disappear from their location. Make your way to the tower and interview Arriel for more information. Arriel can be found near the front desk (tha_t01 156, 73) on the first floor. The wizard tells you to head south of Yuno to gather more clues.&lt;br /&gt;
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7. Make your way to Yuno Field 04, which is directly South of the town and speak to the Yuno Guard(229, 208). He tells you he saw some tracks and confirmed they came from Rekenber Machines. The guard makes a request for you to search for the machines West of your current location.&lt;br /&gt;
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8. If you continue to head west you eventually reach Vitus's Tomb. You can arrive at this location either via Einbroch Field 02 or 04. Around the map are several ore spots. You only need to find one of them to continue to Step 9. A majority of the locations listed below can be found in the Southeast corner of the map.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' You may return to this map anytime throughout the quest or even after completion.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
Ore Locations:&lt;br /&gt;
*160,44&lt;br /&gt;
*205,95&lt;br /&gt;
*209,121&lt;br /&gt;
*184,183&lt;br /&gt;
*249,17&lt;br /&gt;
*267,102&lt;br /&gt;
*189,79&lt;br /&gt;
*30,87&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest5.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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9. Return to Adelaide in Rachel again. She states she will send people out to stop The Golemancer from continuing to collect Ore. You are then rewarded with Bloody Branch x2. Speak with her again when you are ready to receive a new task.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Part 3==&lt;br /&gt;
10. Adelaide ponders with you about how The Golemancer Kushiel passes the borders so easily as a wanted man. After further discussion, she asks you to speak with whoever is in charge at Fortu Luna (Rachel Field 06) for more information. &lt;br /&gt;
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11. Once you arrive at Fortu Luna, speak to the guards near the Eastern edge and Southern edge. There are some at the northern edge, but they are not necessary to speak with to continue to step 12. You may speak to the guards at the Eastern and Southern regions in either order.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest6A.png]]  [[File:Golemancer-Quest6B.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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12. Return once again to Adelaide in Rachel after speaking to a guard at the Eastern and Southern zones of Fortu Luna. She will request you speak to the people at an airport owned by a Nobleman in Veins .&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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13. In Veins, find the Worker at the Northeast section of town (279, 284). You will ask to speak to the worker's boss as he tries to dodge you, but the supervisor will berate the worker and you will reluctantly be shown the way to their boss. &lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest7.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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14. Speak to the Supervisor across from where you enter (273, 351). As you interrogate the man, another worker arrives on scene to state that Basu picked up an emergency shipment on an island South of Lighthalzen. &lt;br /&gt;
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15. Once back outside, try to speak to Basu, but it will be noted that the man has disappeared at this point, and that you should return to Adelaide as soon as possible to inform her of this development.&lt;br /&gt;
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16. After you tell Adelaide what you learned in Veins, she rewards you with Battleground Key x3 and if your base level is 85 or higher you also receive Rough Enriched Ore x1&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Part 4==&lt;br /&gt;
17. Speak to Adelaide again, she will tell you they have found the island where Kushiel's sympathizer picked up the golems. There is an old Rekenber Laboratory there. You will be tasked to find a functional computer if possible, to insert a drive to extract any data there, and to bring her any additional evidence you may find.&lt;br /&gt;
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18. Head to the Lighthalzen Airport and speak to the guard inside (lhz_airport 140, 25) to fly to Kushiel's old lab.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' You cannot teleport while inside this dungeon, but can use butterfly wings.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest8A.png]]  [[File:Golemancer-Quest8B.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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19. Inside the Labs, you will notice that there isn't a warp to proceed onward. To move forward, check the strange yellow machine near (53, 164) the lower right hand side of the map. &lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest9.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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20. There will be several more of the same machines within the next room. Only three of them do anything. Check the machine near (33, 113) at the upper left. Once you do, be prepared to fight an Obsolete Golem. After being defeated, the entrance to the next section will open for 15 seconds. For reference, the golem you battle against has the same stats as an Apocalypse (Monster ID: 1365).&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest10.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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21. Warning!!! In the next section, you'll be in a zone where many of Kushiel's older golems still reside. You may run or fight the monsters within this zone. This step contains several parts, you must find all of this evidence to continue onward. &lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' If you log out while in the labs, you will return to your save point. You may return to this map anytime throughout the quest or even after completion. To return again, speak with the guard at the Lighthalzen Airport.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Crystal Tube:'''&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest11A.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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Click on one of the tubes to find some crystal within at any of the locations below:&lt;br /&gt;
*203,114 &lt;br /&gt;
*233,118 &lt;br /&gt;
*203,132 &lt;br /&gt;
*107,133 &lt;br /&gt;
*108,114 &lt;br /&gt;
*110,188&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Picture of Friends:'''&lt;br /&gt;
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Near the center of the map at 143, 143, you find on the shelf an old picture of Kushiel, Arriel, and some others you do not recognize. &lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest11B.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Computer:'''&lt;br /&gt;
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At the other side of the room where you found the picture, look near 173, 136. There is a tube that lets you insert the drive you received from Adelaide to extract information from the machine.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest11C.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Optional:'''&lt;br /&gt;
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There are two crates you can investigate to receive an item.&lt;br /&gt;
At the first coordinates, 100, 192 (eastern side of the map), search to find either Elunium or Oridecon.&lt;br /&gt;
At the second, 211,172 (northern side of the map), search to find a &amp;quot;level 4 weapon stone&amp;quot; from Item ID's 7289-7297.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest11D.png]]  [[File:Golemancer-Quest11E.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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22. Since you have obtained all the evidence, return to Adelaide in Rachel who rewards you with a Job Manual x1 and a Field Manual x1.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Part 5==&lt;br /&gt;
23. When you speak to Adelaide again she informs you that Rune-Midgard authorities are being sent to raid Glast Heim to destroy Kushiel's golems, and that she will leave for Geffen. You must find her within a 5 minute period at Geffen near where you first warp in (136, 56). If you do not find her in this short time frame, when you speak to her next, Adelaide has you wait 30 minutes before telling you your next task.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest12.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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24. After some dialogue from Adelaide your next task involves you speaking to Arriel again who has moved to Morroc to speak with you about a woman named Amaria.&lt;br /&gt;
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25. Make your way to Morroc, you can find Arriel near Chief Balrog at the center of town. Arriel will give you information about his past, it is recommended you remember what he tells you for the next step!&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest13.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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26. Return to Adelaide who now is at the Chilvary at the Northwest corner of Prontera (Near Prontera 48, 343). Go inside to find Adelaide (prt_in 75, 103). She will ask you several questions about your interrogation with Arriel. Respond with the following to move onward. &lt;br /&gt;
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*&amp;quot;He didn't talk much about Amaria.&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
*&amp;quot;He is twisted and will stop at nothing...&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
*&amp;quot;The real one wouldn't help commit crimes...&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
Adelaide then rewards you with Event Bag x1, and if your level is 85 or higher, you also receive LV5 Assumptio Scroll x5 &lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest14A.png]]  [[File:Golemancer-Quest14B.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Part 6==&lt;br /&gt;
27. When ready to accept the next task, look for Adelaide in Yuno near the Warper Sister (Yuno 139, 172). You learn that Kushiel was experimenting with Ymir's Heart Fragment and something called Dreamstone. She will request that you go to speak with Queen Pixie since she has knowledge of Dreamstone, and that Kushiel worked for her by providing her golems for their defenses.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest15.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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28. An escort awaits you at Moscvia's docks (moscovia 156, 73) to take you to Fairy Land. If you already have Fairy Land, you can warp there via any Warper Boy instead.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest16.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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29. Look for the Fairy Guard at the Northern section of Fairy Land (Askydun 90, 148). He will take you to Faeheim Castle when you are ready.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest17.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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30. The guard warps you to outside the palace. There is a trek you must make to see Queen Pixie. To reach the castle, walk South away from the first Fairy Guard you see when you first warped inside. It is pretty much a one way path to the castle from here. It is also your choice to either ignore or fight any monsters you see on your way there.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' If you log out while here, you will return to your save point. You may return to this map anytime throughout the quest or even after completion by talking to the Fairy Guard again. You cannot teleport while inside this dungeon, but can use butterfly wings.&lt;br /&gt;
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31. When you reach the end of the path, you will find another Fairy Guard (que_qaru01 345, 88). He will escort you inside to Faeheim Palace.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest18.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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32. Inside, head North to reach Pixie (143, 91). To converse with her, you must press shift and then click her. &lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest19.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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33. You then are given options to inquire about Dreamstones, Kushiel, and Amaria. Select each in any order at least once to proceed and receive the final option, &amp;quot;That is everything I need.&amp;quot; Select it to go to the next step.&lt;br /&gt;
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34. After some more exposition, Queen Pixie states that Kushiel left some of his work on Dreamstones at a floating island outside the city. She comes with you along and brings a bodyguard to look for further clues on his work. A chance is given before you proceed to the next step to speak with Pixie's Assistant to heal you and/or access storage (152, 96).&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest20.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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35. Warning!!! When you continue forward with Pixie, you have hour to accomplish your task to defeat the Dreamstone Crystals inside. Pixie and a Faerie Body Guard will follow you around and assist you in fighting the monsters inside. A barrier also protects each Dreamstone which must be broken first. Only when the barrier in front of the Dreamstone is defeated can you then target the Crystal. Each time you defeat a Crystal, it will notify how many you have destroyed. Once you defeat 7 Crystals the instance will be over and you return to Faeheim Palace.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' You can lose the Body Guard and still continue the mission. If Pixie or you are knocked out, the instance ends immediately and Pixie will need 30 minutes to recuperate before you can try again.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Barrier Locations:'''&lt;br /&gt;
*192, 44&lt;br /&gt;
*156, 162&lt;br /&gt;
*248 136&lt;br /&gt;
*249, 68&lt;br /&gt;
*208, 50&lt;br /&gt;
*326, 103&lt;br /&gt;
*202 16&lt;br /&gt;
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36. Pixie will request you take the shattered crystals obtained within the old storage facility to the authorities. Take them to Adelaide who is still at Yuno.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest19.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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37. Once you return to Adelaide in Yuno, she rewards you with HP Increase Potion (Large) x5 and SP Increase Potion (Large) x5.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest15.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Part 7==&lt;br /&gt;
38. Speak with Adelaide again, who explains that Kushiel is using the Dreamstone to enhance magical energies. They do not know specifically what he will do with it, but the agent one final task for you. Pixie, Arriel and Adelaide will join you and let you speak in the cell that Amaria is currently detained. When you are ready, speak once more to Adelaide to be escorted to another instance. You will have 40 minutes to complete this interrogation once inside.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' If you fail this instance, you must wait 20 minutes before you can retry the interrogation.&lt;br /&gt;
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39. Inside Amaria's prison cell wait a few moments before the interrogation begins. You will be given several chances to make choices for how to respond to the conversation at hand. Below are a few variants for the order of answers you must give to proceed to the final step.&lt;br /&gt;
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*Ask Why.&lt;br /&gt;
*Ask about the innocent people.&lt;br /&gt;
*Remind Amaria Kushiel abandoned her.&lt;br /&gt;
*Ask about the golems.&lt;br /&gt;
*Let someone else talk.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''-OR-'''&lt;br /&gt;
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*Ask Why.&lt;br /&gt;
*Ask about the innocent people.&lt;br /&gt;
*Talk about the Light Goddess.&lt;br /&gt;
*Let someone else talk.&lt;br /&gt;
*Stay quiet.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' If you are interested in learning a bit more about Arriel, Pixie, and Amaria's backstory, you may want to try other options and purposefully fail the mission. However, forcing a failure does cause you to need to wait 20 minutes before trying again.&lt;br /&gt;
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40. With the interrogation complete, speak with Adelaide in Yuno one final time. She informs you that if you join her to fight Kushiel, it may be one of the most dangerous battles you face. If that won’t deter you, she asks that you keep your eyes out for a recruitment post from The Midgard Times. This post will be found on the [http://www.pandoraonline.net/forum/forumdisplay.php?fid=83| heRO Forums]!&lt;br /&gt;
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You will then receive your final rewards consisting of the following: &lt;br /&gt;
*Light Potion Box x2&lt;br /&gt;
*Light Blue Potion x100&lt;br /&gt;
*Delicious Candy x5&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Card Album x1&lt;br /&gt;
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And if you are level 99:&lt;br /&gt;
*Hatter Voucher x1&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest15.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Spawns==&lt;br /&gt;
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===Einbroch Field (vitus_01)===&lt;br /&gt;
Geographer - 35 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Obsidian - 10 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Mineral - 10 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Porcellio - 10 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Ungoliant - 2 (30 min)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Knight Guardian - 2 (5 min)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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===Kushiel's Laboratory===&lt;br /&gt;
Obsolete Stone Golem - 5 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Obsolete Bronze Golem - 5 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Obsolete Cobalt Golem - 5 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Imperfect Dreamstone - 1 (30 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Dreamstone Golem Prototype - 1 (15 Minutes)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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===Fairyland Palace===&lt;br /&gt;
Creamy - 7 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Garden Keeper - 8 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Golden Ladybug - 10 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Wind Spirit - 5 (35 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Stainer - 3 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Tree Turtle - 5 (5 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Geographer - 8 (15 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Flower - 12 (15 sec)&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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===Uninhabited Sky Island===&lt;br /&gt;
Enchanted Peach Tree - 10&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Old Wooden Golem - 5&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Cendrawasih - 2&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Creamy Fear - 10&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Breeze - 5&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Gryphon - 1&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Stone Golem - 8&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
Cobalt Golem - 9&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
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		<title>Cat Hand</title>
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The Cat Hand feature is the official servers' version of Kafra in New World and Malangdo. They offer the same services as the Kafra Company and Cool Event, but in New World, you must first sign up to receive their services, and require certain amount of Cat Credits to access other features. On official servers, players were first required to fish or mine for an extensive amount of time to be able to even save or warp, but HeRO's version simplified this, while also improving the official fishing and mining methods.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Signing Up==&lt;br /&gt;
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1. To sign up, you must first visit Midcamp. Talk to the Cat Hand Agent near the warpers (mid_camp 192 283) and agree to sign up.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Midcampcathand.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note''': Step 1 may also be done with the Splendide and Manuk Cat Hand Agents.&lt;br /&gt;
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2. The Agent will ask you to talk to Fluffy Gyaruk to sign the service contract. He can be found across the bridge to the west (mid_camp 51 144).&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Fluffygyaruk.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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3. Once you agree to sign up, talk to one of the New World's Cat Agents. You now have 3 Cat Credits, which allows you access to Storage and Heal in Midcamp, Manuk and Splendide.&lt;br /&gt;
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4. Talk to Fluffy Gyaruk again, he'll inform you about increasing your Cat Credits by Fishing and handing in Pieces of Fish.&lt;br /&gt;
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5. Gyaruk will tell you to speak to Ferocious Gorurug, who is just a few steps away from him. Gorurug teaches you how to fish. Your Cat Credits are now 5. With these, you have access to Warp services now.&lt;br /&gt;
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6. Click on the school of fish in the water near Gorurug. A cast bar will appear, indicating your progress. Repeat this step until you have 5 Pieces of Fish and turn them in to Gorurug to gain 250,000 exp and 1 Cat Credit. If you obtain a Marlin, you can trade it with the cat named Perr near Gorurug for 1 Cat Credit.&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Midcampfishingspot.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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This marks the end of the short sign-up quest.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Features &amp;amp; Costs==&lt;br /&gt;
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For every certain amount of Credits, the cost of services change. &lt;br /&gt;
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*0-2 Credits: No services available&lt;br /&gt;
*3 Credits: Heal (10z*Base Level Cost) and Storage (100z)&lt;br /&gt;
*4-9 Credits: Heal (Same as above), Storage (75z) and Warps (1000z)&lt;br /&gt;
*10-14 Credits: Heal (Same as above), Storage (50z), and warps (500z)&lt;br /&gt;
*15-19 Credits: Heal (Same as above), Storage (Same as above), and warps (250z)&lt;br /&gt;
*20-24 Credits: Heal (Same as above), Storage (Same as above), and warps (200z)&lt;br /&gt;
*25-29 Credits: Heal (Same as above), Storage (Same as above), and warps (150z)&lt;br /&gt;
*30+ Credits: Heal (Same as above), Storage (Same as above), and warps (100z)&lt;br /&gt;
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Currently, Cat Hand Agents only warp to and from Midcamp, Splendide and Manuk. As more New World towns are added, they will be updated to warp to the new towns.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Cat Hand Fishing==&lt;br /&gt;
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Fishing in the new world is slightly different from HeRO's custom fishing feature. Once you click a fishing spot, a 6-second cast bar will appear. Fishing Cast Time may be reduced with the following gear:&lt;br /&gt;
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Wooden, Bamboo or Metallic Fishing Rod: Reduces Fishing cast time by 3 seconds.&lt;br /&gt;
Bait: Reduces fishing cast time by 1 second.&lt;br /&gt;
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Each time you fish, there's a 40% chance you will lose your bait. &lt;br /&gt;
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Ferocious Gorurug will give you 1 Cat Credit for every 5 piece of fish you bring him. This may be done daily. Once you hand the pieces of fish in, you are not allowed to fish until 24 Hours passes. Additionally, if you have 20 or more Pieces of fish in your inventory, you will not be allowed to fish. Speak to Gorurug again once the 24 hour delay passes to be able to fish again.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note''': Piece of Fish are character bound. They cannot be dropped, traded, stored in Kafra or stored in Guild Storage. They also have a weight of 1 each.&lt;br /&gt;
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If you catch a Marlin, Perr (mid_camp 58 131) will trade you 1 Cat Credit for it. This may be repeated at any time.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
when you turn in your first batch of pieces of Fish, you will earn 250,000 base exp. Afterward, the exp you gain will depend on the amount of Cat Hand Credits you have.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*6-14 Credits: 50,000 Base Exp&lt;br /&gt;
*15-24 Credits: 65,000 Base Exp&lt;br /&gt;
*25-35 Credits: 75,000 Base Exp&lt;br /&gt;
*35+ Credits: 85,000 Base Exp&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Items Obtained From Fishing==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Each time you fish, there's a chance to obtain one of the following:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*Spawn - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Jellopy - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Sharp Scale - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Gill - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Sticky Webfoot - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nipper - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Garlet - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Shrimp - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Delicious Fish - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Tentacle - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Scale Shell - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Clam Shell - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Crab Shell - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Log - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Fin - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Stone - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Guppy - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Trout - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Bass - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Splendide Coin - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Marlin - 2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Piece of Fish - 20%&lt;br /&gt;
*Nothing - 36%&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;In addition, there's a chance to get one of the following whenever you successfully obtain an item when fishing:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*Gift Box - .2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Blue Box - .2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Purple Box - .2%&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Fishing Locations==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Midcamp (mid_camp)===&lt;br /&gt;
*75, 135&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Splendide Field 01 (spl_fild01)===&lt;br /&gt;
*27,371&lt;br /&gt;
*63,215&lt;br /&gt;
*169,70&lt;br /&gt;
*332,122&lt;br /&gt;
*170,74&lt;br /&gt;
*93,48&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Splendide Field 02 (spl_fild02)===&lt;br /&gt;
*262,263&lt;br /&gt;
*326,171&lt;br /&gt;
*155,186&lt;br /&gt;
*208,372&lt;br /&gt;
*90,144&lt;br /&gt;
*374,84&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Splendide Field 03 (spl_fild03)===&lt;br /&gt;
*293,253&lt;br /&gt;
*64,102&lt;br /&gt;
*71,364&lt;br /&gt;
*268,230&lt;br /&gt;
*235,164&lt;br /&gt;
*308,110&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Yggdrasil Root 02 (nyd_dun02)===&lt;br /&gt;
*111,125&lt;br /&gt;
*59,144&lt;br /&gt;
*77,197&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Niddhoggur's Nest 01 (1@nyd)===&lt;br /&gt;
*67,280&lt;br /&gt;
*322,257&lt;br /&gt;
*213,320&lt;br /&gt;
*189,286&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Scaraba Hole 01 (dic_dun01)===&lt;br /&gt;
*187,52&lt;br /&gt;
*135,179&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[[File:Spl_fild01fishing.png]]  [[File:Spl_fild02fishing.png]] &lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[[File:Spl_fild03fishing.png]]  [[File:Nyd_dun02fishing.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[[File:1@nydfishing.png]]  [[File:Dic_dun01fishing.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Cat Hand Mining==&lt;br /&gt;
The Cat Hand's version of Mining varies from heRO's custom mining. After mining, the spot becomes inactive, which means you cannot mine there. You must move to another spot and mine until the spot disappears again. Once you click a mining spot, a 6-second cast bar appears. This cast time may be reduced by 3 seconds if you have Strong Picks in your inventory. There is a 20% chance to lose your strong pick when mining, however.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
If you bring 3 Unidentified Minerals to the Cat Hand Mining Agent across the bridge to the west in Midcamp, you will get 1 Cat Hand Credit point and 75,000 experience. This can be done once a day. Be warned however, if you hand in a batch, you are not allowed to mine again for 24 hours. Additionally, if you have 5 or more Unidentified Minerals in your inventory, you will not be allowed to mine. Once the 24 hour delay passes, speak to the Mining Agent to be able to mine again.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note''': Unidentified Minerals are character bound. They cannot be dropped, traded, stored in Kafra or stored in Guild Storage. They also have a weight of 1 each.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Items Obtained from Mining==&lt;br /&gt;
Each time you mine, there's a chance to obtain one of the following:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*Phracon - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Emveretarcon - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Red Blood - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Crystal Blue - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Wind of Verdure - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Green Live - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Blue Gemstone - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Red Gemstone - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Yellow Gemstone - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Bradium - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Ancient Runestone - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Cyfar - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Brigan - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Small Bradium - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Stone Fragment - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Stone Heart - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Iron Ore - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Dark Crystal Fragment - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Manuk Coin - 2.85%&lt;br /&gt;
*Unidentified Mineral - 14.28%&lt;br /&gt;
*Stone - 28.5%&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;There's also an an additional chance to obtain one of the following when mining:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Oridecon - .2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Rough Elunium - .2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Oridecon - .2%&lt;br /&gt;
*Elunium - .2%&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Mining Locations==&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Manuk Field 01 (man_fild01)===&lt;br /&gt;
*180,170&lt;br /&gt;
*147,157&lt;br /&gt;
*114,174&lt;br /&gt;
*92,155&lt;br /&gt;
*170,318&lt;br /&gt;
*146,269&lt;br /&gt;
*118,238&lt;br /&gt;
*70,246&lt;br /&gt;
*64,197&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Manuk Field 02 (man_fild02)===&lt;br /&gt;
*146,81&lt;br /&gt;
*140,148&lt;br /&gt;
*88,263&lt;br /&gt;
*146,365&lt;br /&gt;
*336,305&lt;br /&gt;
*248,124&lt;br /&gt;
*285,115&lt;br /&gt;
*346,116&lt;br /&gt;
*358,174&lt;br /&gt;
*241,227&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Manuk Field 03 (man_fild03)===&lt;br /&gt;
*180,170&lt;br /&gt;
*147,157&lt;br /&gt;
*114,174&lt;br /&gt;
*92,155&lt;br /&gt;
*170,318&lt;br /&gt;
*146,269&lt;br /&gt;
*118,238&lt;br /&gt;
*70,246&lt;br /&gt;
*64,197&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Dicastes Field 01 (dic_fild01)===&lt;br /&gt;
*167,11&lt;br /&gt;
*77,54&lt;br /&gt;
*135,253&lt;br /&gt;
*171,188&lt;br /&gt;
*206,248&lt;br /&gt;
*123,264&lt;br /&gt;
*66,218&lt;br /&gt;
*114,99&lt;br /&gt;
*80,86&lt;br /&gt;
*216,71&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Dicastes Field 02 (dic_fild02)===&lt;br /&gt;
*173,249&lt;br /&gt;
*135,284&lt;br /&gt;
*37,210&lt;br /&gt;
*138,80&lt;br /&gt;
*64,134&lt;br /&gt;
*192,227&lt;br /&gt;
*87,359&lt;br /&gt;
*116,327&lt;br /&gt;
*118,206&lt;br /&gt;
*224,235&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
===Scaraba Hole 02 (dic_dun02)===&lt;br /&gt;
*88,110&lt;br /&gt;
*90,218&lt;br /&gt;
*103,44&lt;br /&gt;
*193,211&lt;br /&gt;
*176,121&lt;br /&gt;
*51,164&lt;br /&gt;
*30,100&lt;br /&gt;
*221,115&lt;br /&gt;
*180,53&lt;br /&gt;
*221,37&lt;br /&gt;
*83,35&lt;br /&gt;
*139,191&lt;br /&gt;
*139,214&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[[File:Man_fild01mining.png]]  [[File:Man_fild02mining.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[[File:Man_fild03mining.png]]  [[File:Dic_fild01mining.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;lt;br&amp;gt;[[File:Dic_fild02mining.png]]  [[File:Dic_dun02mining.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[Category: Modified Official Quests]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Zombie_Run</id>
		<title>Zombie Run</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Zombie_Run"/>
				<updated>2016-03-28T17:50:43Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: /* Prizes */ Added Four Leaf Clover to this section&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;In this event, you and your fellow novices will run through a Zombie-infested map shaped like &amp;quot;╔&amp;quot; or upside down &amp;quot;L&amp;quot; in an attempt to reach the finish line. Try to reach the finish line and collect as many Zombie Progression Badges as possible. The more you collect, the better your reward!&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Event Rules==&lt;br /&gt;
1. There are 5 rounds of Zombie Run, each lasting 3 minutes.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
2. At the start of each round you are warped to the beginning of a corridor and must run from the Zombies and Ghouls you encounter to the other end.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
3. You receive Novice Fruit x30 for the duration of the event. This is all you receive, so use them wisely. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
4. When you reach certain points in the map you will automatically receive a Zombie Progression Badge. Up to 10 can be earned each round.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
5. If you die, you can wait to respawn back into the starting room with the Event Representative NPC or return to save point as normal. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
6. Should you reach the end of the path, you will automatically warp into the Waiting Room to relax till the next round.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Event Tips==&lt;br /&gt;
Recommended Stats: AGI, VIT, and/or LUK&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Make sure to equip your Cotton Shirts to add a little extra protection against the waves of Zombies.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Pay attention to how the monsters move to make the best path through them.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
You may choose to work with other players to move and lure around Zombies so others can proceed with ease.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Watch out for Ghouls! They move faster and hit harder than the other Zombies.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Prizes==&lt;br /&gt;
Once all 5 rounds have been completed, talk to the Event Representative NPC to collect your prizes based on the number of Zombie Progression Badges you earned during the event.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
The minimum point to reach each item is as follows: &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*Zombie Progression Badge x01: Old Blue Box x2&lt;br /&gt;
*Zombie Progression Badge x07: Gold x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Zombie Progression Badge x20: Zombie Card x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Zombie Progression Badge x30: Bloody Branch x2&lt;br /&gt;
*Zombie Progression Badge x45: Damp Card Album x1 &lt;br /&gt;
*Zombie Progression Badge x50: Jewelry Box x1&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Plus, for every badge collected in a quantity of X/7, one of the following:&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
*Elunium&lt;br /&gt;
*Gift Box (blue)&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Purple Box&lt;br /&gt;
*Four Leaf Clover&lt;br /&gt;
*'''Note:''' The above can change between each Zombie Run event.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==See Also==&lt;br /&gt;
[[Automated Events]]&lt;/div&gt;</summary>
		<author><name>Aaronock</name></author>	</entry>

	<entry>
		<id>http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Golemancer_Quest</id>
		<title>Golemancer Quest</title>
		<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.pandoraonline.net/heRO_wiki/index.php/Golemancer_Quest"/>
				<updated>2016-03-28T15:26:42Z</updated>
		
		<summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;Aaronock: Updated guide with images and other formatting and grammatical edits.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;div&gt;Agent Adelaide from Schwartzvald has begun to recruit heroes to track down clues regarding the insane and dangerous Golemancer Kushiel. Complete her many tasks and help move one step closer to capturing this criminal. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' This is not a permanent quest, it was created for furthering the roleplay story, [[Mantle of Deceit]]. No prior knowledge of events are necessary to complete this, as all information needed will be given to you via clues or conversations throughout events of the quest.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
{{Template:Quest&lt;br /&gt;
| levelreq = 70&lt;br /&gt;
| joblevelreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| classreq = &lt;br /&gt;
| skillreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| partyreq = Maybe&lt;br /&gt;
| itemreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| nitemreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| zenyreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| hunting =&lt;br /&gt;
| questsreq = None&lt;br /&gt;
| questscoreq =&lt;br /&gt;
| baseexpreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| jobexpreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| itemreward = &lt;br /&gt;
| qreward = *Old Purple Box x5 '''–OR-''' Old Green Box x2 '''–OR-''' Old Green Box x5 (Dependent on level)&lt;br /&gt;
*Bloody Branch x2&lt;br /&gt;
*Battleground Key x3&lt;br /&gt;
*Enriched Ore x1 (If level 85+)&lt;br /&gt;
*Job Manual x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Field Manual x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Event Bag x1&lt;br /&gt;
* LV5 Assumptio Scroll x5 (If level 85+)&lt;br /&gt;
*HP Increase Potion (Large) x5 &lt;br /&gt;
*SP Increase Potion (Large) x5&lt;br /&gt;
*Light Potion Box x2&lt;br /&gt;
*Light Blue Potion x100&lt;br /&gt;
*Delicious Candy x5&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Card Album x1&lt;br /&gt;
*Hatter Voucher if Max Base and Job level&lt;br /&gt;
}}&lt;br /&gt;
=Quest=&lt;br /&gt;
==Part 1==&lt;br /&gt;
1. Speak with Secret Agent Adelaide at Rachel near the fountain in the center of town (124, 120). After saying yes to volunteer, the agent then provides you background information on The Golemancer and why he is a dangerous man. Tell her that you wish to assist her in tracking down Kushiel. Speak one more time with her to have her provide you with a task to check a canyon far west from Rachel. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
2. Head West to Rachel Field 10. Upon arriving, move near the middle right of the map (340, 156). A dialogue prompt box will pop up and you will then encounter a Gryphon. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' You cannot teleport on this map but can butterfly wing. You are not required to defeat the gryphon to move onto Step 3.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest2.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
3. After retreating from or defeating the Gryphon, head further South, eventually another dialogue box pops up and informs you that you suspect further difficulties ahead.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest3.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
4. Find the crystal at the top of the Southern hill (249, 97). Once you approach it another prompt pops up to inform you to report your findings to Adelaide. But before you can begin the return trek to her, three Harpy will spawn nearby. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' You are not required to defeat the three Harpy to move onto Step 5.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest4.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
5. Return to Adelaide. She informs you that the purple crystal you describe is similar to one used when he broke free from prison. For your assistance, you receive a reward based on your level one of the following: &lt;br /&gt;
*Old Purple Box x5 if your level is 89 or under.&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Green Box x2 if your level is 90-95&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Green Box x5 if your level is 96-99&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Speak with her again when you are ready to continue.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Part 2==&lt;br /&gt;
6. You're told next that Rekenber Company Workers in Thanatos Tower have had some Sword Guardians disappear from their location. Make your way to the tower and interview Arriel for more information. Arriel can be found near the front desk (tha_t01 156, 73) on the first floor. The wizard tells you to head south of Yuno to gather more clues.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
7. Make your way to Yuno Field 04, which is directly South of the town and speak to the Yuno Guard(229, 208). He tells you he saw some tracks and confirmed they came from Rekenber Machines. The guard makes a request for you to search for the machines West of your current location.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
8. If you continue to head west you eventually reach Vitus's Tomb. You can arrive at this location either via Einbroch Field 02 or 04. Around the map are several ore spots. You only need to find one of them to continue to Step 9. A majority of the locations listed below can be found in the Southeast corner of the map.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
'''Note:''' You may return to this map anytime throughout the quest or even after completion.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
Ore Locations:&lt;br /&gt;
*160,44&lt;br /&gt;
*205,95&lt;br /&gt;
*209,121&lt;br /&gt;
*184,183&lt;br /&gt;
*249,17&lt;br /&gt;
*267,102&lt;br /&gt;
*189,79&lt;br /&gt;
*30,87&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest5.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
9. Return to Adelaide in Rachel again. She states she will send people out to stop The Golemancer from continuing to collect Ore. You are then rewarded with Bloody Branch x2. Speak with her again when you are ready to receive a new task.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
==Part 3==&lt;br /&gt;
10. Adelaide ponders with you about how The Golemancer Kushiel passes the borders so easily as a wanted man. After further discussion, she asks you to speak with whoever is in charge at Fortu Luna (Rachel Field 06) for more information. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
11. Once you arrive at Fortu Luna, speak to the guards near the Eastern edge and Southern edge. There are some at the northern edge, but they are not necessary to speak with to continue to step 12. You may speak to the guards at the Eastern and Southern regions in either order.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest6A.png]]  [[File:Golemancer-Quest6B.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
12. Return once again to Adelaide in Rachel after speaking to a guard at the Eastern and Southern zones of Fortu Luna. She will request you speak to the people at an airport owned by a Nobleman in Veins .&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
13. In Veins, find the Worker at the Northeast section of town (279, 284). You will ask to speak to the worker's boss as he tries to dodge you, but the supervisor will berate the worker and you will reluctantly be shown the way to their boss. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Golemancer-Quest7.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
14. Speak to the Supervisor across from where you enter (273, 351). As you interrogate the man, another worker arrives on scene to state that Basu picked up an emergency shipment on an island South of Lighthalzen. &lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
15. Once back outside, try to speak to Basu, but it will be noted that the man has disappeared at this point, and that you should return to Adelaide as soon as possible to inform her of this development.&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
16. After you tell Adelaide what you learned in Veins, she rewards you with Battleground Key x3 and if your base level is 85 or higher you also receive Rough Enriched Ore x1&lt;br /&gt;
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==Part 4==&lt;br /&gt;
17. Speak to Adelaide again, she will tell you they have found the island where Kushiel's sympathizer picked up the golems. There is an old Rekenber Laboratory there. You will be tasked to find a functional computer if possible, to insert a drive to extract any data there, and to bring her any additional evidence you may find.&lt;br /&gt;
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18. Head to the Lighthalzen Airport and speak to the guard inside (lhz_airport 140, 25) to fly to Kushiel's old lab.&lt;br /&gt;
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19. Inside the Labs, you will notice that there isn't a warp to proceed onward. To move forward, check the strange yellow machine near (53, 164) the lower right hand side of the map. &lt;br /&gt;
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20. There will be several more of the same machines within the next room. Only three of them do anything. Check the machine near (33, 113) at the upper left. Once you do, be prepared to fight an Obsolete Golem. After being defeated, the entrance to the next section will open for 15 seconds. For reference, the golem you battle against has the same stats as an Apocalypse (Monster ID: 1365).&lt;br /&gt;
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21. Warning!!! In the next section, you'll be in a zone where many of Kushiel's older golems still reside. You may run or fight the monsters within this zone. This step contains several parts, you must find all of this evidence to continue onward. &lt;br /&gt;
Note: If you log out while in the labs, you will return to your save point. You may return to this map anytime throughout the quest or even after completion. To return again, speak with the guard at the Lighthalzen Airport.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Crystal Tube:'''&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest11A.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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Click on one of the tubes to find some crystal within at any of the locations below:&lt;br /&gt;
*203,114 &lt;br /&gt;
*233,118 &lt;br /&gt;
*203,132 &lt;br /&gt;
*107,133 &lt;br /&gt;
*108,114 &lt;br /&gt;
*110,188&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Picture of Friends:'''&lt;br /&gt;
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Near the center of the map at 143, 143, you find on the shelf an old picture of Kushiel, Arriel, and some others you do not recognize. &lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest11B.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Computer:'''&lt;br /&gt;
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At the other side of the room where you found the picture, look near 173, 136. There is a tube that lets you insert the drive you received from Adelaide to extract information from the machine.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Optional:'''&lt;br /&gt;
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There are two crates you can investigate to receive an item.&lt;br /&gt;
At the first coordinates, 100, 192 (eastern side of the map), search to find either Elunium or Oridecon.&lt;br /&gt;
At the second, 211,172 (northern side of the map), search to find a &amp;quot;level 4 weapon stone&amp;quot; from Item ID's 7289-7297.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest11D.png]]  [[File:Golemancer-Quest11E.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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22. Since you have obtained all the evidence, return to Adelaide in Rachel who rewards you with a Job Manual x1 and a Field Manual x1.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest1.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Part 5==&lt;br /&gt;
23. When you speak to Adelaide again she informs you that Rune-Midgard authorities are being sent to raid Glast Heim to destroy Kushiel's golems, and that she will leave for Geffen. You must find her within a 5 minute period at Geffen near where you first warp in (136, 56). If you do not find her in this short time frame, when you speak to her next, Adelaide has you wait 30 minutes before telling you your next task.&lt;br /&gt;
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24. After some dialogue from Adelaide your next task involves you speaking to Arriel again who has moved to Morroc to speak with you about a woman named Amaria.&lt;br /&gt;
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25. Make your way to Morroc, you can find Arriel near Chief Balrog at the center of town. Arriel will give you information about his past, it is recommended you remember what he tells you for the next step!&lt;br /&gt;
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26. Return to Adelaide who now is at the Chilvary at the Northwest corner of Prontera (Near Prontera 48, 343). Go inside to find Adelaide (prt_in 75, 103). She will ask you several questions about your interrogation with Arriel. Respond with the following to move onward. &lt;br /&gt;
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*&amp;quot;He didn't talk much about Amaria.&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
*&amp;quot;He is twisted and will stop at nothing...&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
*&amp;quot;The real one wouldn't help commit crimes...&amp;quot; &lt;br /&gt;
Adelaide then rewards you with Event Bag x1, and if your level is 85 or higher, you also receive LV5 Assumptio Scroll x5 &lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest14A.png]]  [[File:Golemancer-Quest14B.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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==Part 6==&lt;br /&gt;
27. When ready to accept the next task, look for Adelaide in Yuno near the Warper Sister (Yuno 139, 172). You learn that Kushiel was experimenting with Ymir's Heart Fragment and something called Dreamstone. She will request that you go to speak with Queen Pixie since she has knowledge of Dreamstone, and that Kushiel worked for her by providing her golems for their defenses.&lt;br /&gt;
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28. An escort awaits you at Moscvia's docks (moscovia 156, 73) to take you to Fairy Land. If you already have Fairy Land, you can warp there via any Warper Boy instead.&lt;br /&gt;
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29. Look for the Fairy Guard at the Northern section of Fairy Land (Askydun 90, 148). He will take you to Faeheim Castle when you are ready.&lt;br /&gt;
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30. The guard warps you to outside the palace. There is a trek you must make to see Queen Pixie. To reach the castle, walk South away from the first Fairy Guard you see when you first warped inside. It is pretty much a one way path to the castle from here. It is also your choice to either ignore or fight any monsters you see on your way there.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' If you log out while here, you will return to your save point. You may return to this map anytime throughout the quest or even after completion by talking to the Fairy Guard again. You cannot teleport while inside this dungeon, but can use butterfly wings.&lt;br /&gt;
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31. When you reach the end of the path, you will find another Fairy Guard (que_qaru01 345, 88). He will escort you inside to Faeheim Palace.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest18.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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32. Inside, head North to reach Pixie (143, 91). To converse with her, you must press shift and then click her. &lt;br /&gt;
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33. You then are given options to inquire about Dreamstones, Kushiel, and Amaria. Select each in any order at least once to proceed and receive the final option, &amp;quot;That is everything I need.&amp;quot; Select it to go to the next step.&lt;br /&gt;
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34. After some more exposition, Queen Pixie states that Kushiel left some of his work on Dreamstones at a floating island outside the city. She comes with you along and brings a bodyguard to look for further clues on his work. A chance is given before you proceed to the next step to speak with Pixie's Assistant to heal you and/or access storage (152, 96).&lt;br /&gt;
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35. Warning!!! When you continue forward with Pixie, you have hour to accomplish your task to defeat the Dreamstone Crystals inside. Pixie and a Faerie Body Guard will follow you around and assist you in fighting the monsters inside. A barrier also protects each Dreamstone which must be broken first. Only when the barrier in front of the Dreamstone is defeated can you then target the Crystal. Each time you defeat a Crystal, it will notify how many you have destroyed. Once you defeat 7 Crystals the instance will be over and you return to Faeheim Palace.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' You can lose the Body Guard and still continue the mission. If Pixie or you are knocked out, the instance ends immediately and Pixie will need 30 minutes to recuperate before you can try again.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Barrier Locations:'''&lt;br /&gt;
*192, 44&lt;br /&gt;
*156, 162&lt;br /&gt;
*248 136&lt;br /&gt;
*249, 68&lt;br /&gt;
*208, 50&lt;br /&gt;
*326, 103&lt;br /&gt;
*202 16&lt;br /&gt;
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36. Pixie will request you take the shattered crystals obtained within the old storage facility to the authorities. Take them to Adelaide who is still at Yuno.&lt;br /&gt;
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[[File:Golemancer-Quest19.png]]&lt;br /&gt;
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37. Once you return to Adelaide in Yuno, she rewards you with HP Increase Potion (Large) x5 and SP Increase Potion (Large) x5.&lt;br /&gt;
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==Part 7==&lt;br /&gt;
38. Speak with Adelaide again, who explains that Kushiel is using the Dreamstone to enhance magical energies. They do not know specifically what he will do with it, but the agent one final task for you. Pixie, Arriel and Adelaide will join you and let you speak in the cell that Amaria is currently detained. When you are ready, speak once more to Adelaide to be escorted to another instance. You will have 40 minutes to complete this interrogation once inside.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' If you fail this instance, you must wait 20 minutes before you can retry the interrogation.&lt;br /&gt;
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39. Inside Amaria's prison cell wait a few moments before the interrogation begins. You will be given several chances to make choices for how to respond to the conversation at hand. Below are a few variants for the order of answers you must give to proceed to the final step.&lt;br /&gt;
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*Ask Why.&lt;br /&gt;
*Ask about the innocent people.&lt;br /&gt;
*Remind Amaria Kushiel abandoned her.&lt;br /&gt;
*Ask about the golems.&lt;br /&gt;
*Let someone else talk.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''-OR-'''&lt;br /&gt;
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*Ask Why.&lt;br /&gt;
*Ask about the innocent people.&lt;br /&gt;
*Talk about the Light Goddess.&lt;br /&gt;
*Let someone else talk.&lt;br /&gt;
*Stay quiet.&lt;br /&gt;
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'''Note:''' If you are interested in learning a bit more about Arriel, Pixie, and Amaria's backstory, you may want to try other options and purposefully fail the mission. However, forcing a failure does cause you to need to wait 20 minutes before trying again.&lt;br /&gt;
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40. With the interrogation complete, speak with Adelaide in Yuno one final time. She informs you that if you join her to fight Kushiel, it may be one of the most dangerous battles you face. If that won’t deter you, she asks that you keep your eyes out for a recruitment post from The Midgard Times. This post will be found on the [http://www.pandoraonline.net/forum/forumdisplay.php?fid=83| heRO Forums]!&lt;br /&gt;
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You will then receive your final rewards consisting of the following: &lt;br /&gt;
*Light Potion Box x2&lt;br /&gt;
*Light Blue Potion x100&lt;br /&gt;
*Delicious Candy x5&lt;br /&gt;
*Old Card Album x1&lt;br /&gt;
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And if you are level 99:&lt;br /&gt;
*Hatter Voucher x1&lt;br /&gt;
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