It was hard to miss the boasting man as Alex exited the portal. His words were ill chosen though, for Alex. Being self-assured was one thing. But arrogant won’t win you much. Or at least, so Alex assumed. Still, there was something peculiar about the man. Maybe it was the fact that he dared boast like that? Or was it the fact that he came out on top? Success did odd things to people. Still, Alex felt strangely drawn towards the stage. He ranked in the top half of those who got a license. But to him, the rank of 15 was too low.

Learning from the great themselves could be a good way to pull himself up in the ranks. He wasn’t planning on sitting down and doing nothing. Nimueh seemed to agree, to a level. As she nudged him to move even closer to the podium. He did cast a quick glance back. At the elf and Samuel. The priest was kind enough to offer him a spot among his companions. But when he saw who they were… well there weren’t best. And Alex needed the best. [color=00aeef]“Sure. I’ll join you.”[/color]

[color=00aeef]“But I won’t be a meat shield.”[/color] The girl did make a point there. He had skills. So he was worth something. Yet walking the tower alone wasn’t an option either. Greatness was achieved in the group. Was this guy capable of achieving the greatness Alex wanted to support? Maybe. Another quick glance back at the priest’s friends told him that they wouldn’t. They were nice people, no doubt. If he met them in the Tower, he wouldn’t bear them ill will. [color=00aeef]"I'll be one of your companions. If you'll have me. But don't expect me to be a puppet."[/color] There was a fire in his eyes. He was as much joining the man as he was standing up to him. Maybe that's what he needs? Someone who'd dare raise a hand against him while at the same time being capable to keep it down. So many great leaders had strong minded advisors. Who weren't afraid to back away from a fight.

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