[quote=Cale Tucker]
This duck person really seems to be abusing power. Is the OP still around? By the way, Kyelin, I am asking because I hope the first encounter with the Esurienti can be peaceful. They are built for war but war isn't their goal.
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Unfortunately, the Gathering is largely hostile or at least indifferent of the other races. They, at best, will form a temporary alliance with those they can use.