[center][h1]True Faces[/h1][/center] [i][center]Far above the world, with a horizon of twisted pillars, howling winds and flying dragons there stood a castle. The sun stood over it, basking it in its warmth but there was no one to savour the moment. The castle was empty, devoid of life, save for a lone figure. In the courtyard there stood a throne, and on it sat the Dragon God.[/center][/i] [hr] "DRAGON GOD!" A war cry resounded through the castle. Its source was a warrior, he bore extremely ornate armour and a sword that looked like it could cut boulders as if they were butter. Behind him stood other figures also opulently equipped. There stood a mage, a cleric, an archer and an assassin, all formidable, all out for blood. They stood amongst the ruins of a large stone door, the warrior drew another breath. "WE CHALLENGE YOU!" The shout was loud enough for several nearby dragons to take notice, the archer saw them from a distance and put his hand to his bowstring nervously. But the dragons simply perched on the castle walls, as if to watch the spectacle. On the throne, the figure stirred. He opened his eyes. [b][color=orangered]"Who dares to disturb the slumber of the Dragon God?"[/color][/b] A deep and melodious growl emerged from his intimidating face mask, and the party in front of him readied their weapons. [b][color=orangered]"It would seem you are aware of the consequences of your actions."[/color][/b] He continued. The party tightened their grips on their weapons and swallowed nervously. [b][color=orangered]"But it seems you must be taught what it means to be, the 'Dragon God'."[/color][/b] At that, his presence magnified until it turned into an aura of pure terror, that seemed to speak to their very souls. [quote] Arcane Spell Failure chance increased by 90%! [/quote] [quote] Sword Skill Failure chance increased by 80%! [/quote] [quote] Resistance reduced by 50%! [/quote] These were but only some of the things that appeared before the party. Without another word, he suddenly disappeared from his throne and appeared behind the Warrior. His gauntleted fist crashed into the Warrior's back with the force of a battering ram, shattering the armour he was so proud of and leaving him paralysed. The cleric desperately tried to spit out a spell, but it failed due to the effect of his fear. The archer attempted a shot but he was already beside him, snatching the arrow out of the air as soon as it left his fingers. He snapped the arrow, then the bow, then the archer followed a little bit afterwards. As the archer faded from existence, the assassin attempted to strike his back with all of her strength. [quote] Weapon broken! Maximum durability reduced. [/quote] The dagger bent and snapped against his back, he turned around and cut down the assassin with his claws before she realized what had happened. The Mage and the Cleric, seeing the death of their friends and their chances of victory, they turned and fled towards the broken gate of the courtyard. He let them go. He approached the helpless warrior, raising his claws to strike. [b][color=orangered]"You are so utterly foolish."[/color][/b] He said. A few seconds later, the warrior faded into grey light. [hr] Kosuke took off his face mask with a sigh. [b]"Damn it."[/b] He said, the deep melodious voice had changed to a rather normal one. [b]"I need a new door."[/b] He looked at the wreckage of his door. It had been a gift from some dwarves he'd done a quest for, and that last party had gone and cut it to pieces. He'd even made it openable, those jerks. He sifted through his menus and quickly unequipped his 'Dragon God' equipment and put on something more comfortable. [b]"Whatever, guess I'll just do with that for the time being."[/b] He muttered. He typed out a message. [quote] To: Koumi([@Urbanliner]) Subject: I need a door Some guys went in and busted the door in my castle, can you come down and make another one? Also, I've got a pretty interesting quest if you're down for it. From: Datze [/quote] [b]"May as well ask the others as well."[/b] He said. [quote] To: Don’ttouchmyfood([@Lord Santa]) Subject: Got a good quest I've got a good quest that may or may not involve some interesting cooking, come to the castle if you're interested. From: Datze [/quote] [quote] To: Katherine([@Pyromania99]) Subject: Interesting quest I've got an interesting quest if you want it. Bring some polymorph potions, we'll probably be needing them. From: Datze [/quote] [quote] To: Nacht([@Liar]) Subject: A quest I know you're definitely not busy right now because I haven't heard you conquering anything recently. I've got an interesting quest so you better come. From: Datze [/quote] [quote] To: Momo_Hime([@karamonnom]) Subject: May or may not need your help I have a pretty interesting quest and a bard would help. Come to the castle if you're interested. From: Datze [/quote] [quote] To: Bonum([@onenote]) Subject: Your help would be appreciated I've got an interesting quest that would benefit from some high Charisma. Come to the castle if you want in. From: Datze [/quote] [quote] To: Erezin([@The ghost in black]) Subject: Got something for you I found a quest that you may or may not end up enjoying. Come to the castle if you want in. From: Datze [/quote] [quote] To: Grayliks([@Zetsuko]) Subject: Stop raiding for once Yo, you raid too much. Do a quest with us for once. From: Datze [/quote] [b]"There we go."[/b] He said, [b]"Hopefully they'll be here soon."[/b]