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[@Zarkun], [@Lugubrious][/center]

When a Nephilim, a Half-Demon, and a human mortal walk into a forest, not many expect for them to get along in the slightest. In fact, many would believe that they'd always be locking eyes with one another and pointing their weapons towards one another in a tense Mexican standoff. Any sudden movement from either character would invite themselves for a chance to be brutally eviscerated followed by a death match between the two survivors. Fortunately, or perhaps unfortunately for some, this wouldn't be the case. The Alliance between the Three Factions has succeeded in binding them together to achieve a certain cause, but of course that didn't mean everyone liked it. After all, one 

For Gideon, having come out of solo espionage duty, he hasn't quite gotten used in working as a team, let alone working with the enemy. Alas he was assigned to this mission somewhat against his will and thus is forced to work with them for the sake of the mission. And their mission? To come say hello to the Broodmother and exterminate an enemy horde so that they can allow her to find a new home for her brood. It's rather ironic for the exterminators to make room for yet another species of pest, although they'll need her and her maggots for the missions to come. She definitely has potential to become a powerful ally that can rapidly give birth to a swarm of minions to overwhelm the enemy forces. In fact, this could be potentially enjoyable, if only he didn't have to work with the others.

Upon the Broodmother's departure back into the slimy dank depths of her cave, the half-demon sighs as he lightly probs a brood member with his boot.

[color=9e0b0f][b]"Do your thing."[/b][/color] he orders bluntly as he watches it crawl towards a certain direction, along with the other two perhaps.

All they had to do now was follow them.

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[@kapuchu][/center]

The two brothers had been separated upon choosing their missions to partake. Usually the two would work together, however this time things were a little different. While Ferrus chose to go for guard duty, Mallus opted to work in reconnaissance towards the nearby archipelago. Even this decision seemed rather off, as many would believe that they'd work better if they'd switched jobs. However, it's too late to turn back now at this point. Besides, the Inquisitor Of Ice wouldn't mind to take a tour of the new world and preferably without the constant attention with his brother for once. It would be rather refreshing rather than simply sitting in a comfy chair drinking his tea as he reads simple a novel or tome. 

Of course, other than the other Angel warriors who accompanied him, he wasn't the only major figure to lead his forces. Accompanying him is a young woman, one that many would consider to be just a regular mortal. In fact, if it wasn't due to his expertise at his job, Mallus could've easily have been fooled into thinking Cassandra was simply an average human. However, as an inquisitor for Heaven, he has been trained to identify the auras of every person he comes by. And if anyone's aura happened to match the same color and pattern as a demon's, wholesome of not, it was his duty to slay them. For in his eyes, they are nothing more than heretics that must be slain. Yet this alliance has forced him to set aside this cold, unfeeling, mentality and momentarily accept their existence as allies. Thankfully, his partner's appearance was bearable to look upon and not some ugly deformed monster that would utterly repulse him. 

As they began unloading off the beachfront of a tropical island, the rest of the Angelic forces began to survey the island with great haste. It's not often that Mallus has time to observe such environments and it's indeed refreshing to take in the gleaming sun and the ocean breeze sweeping across his face. The whole place was rather bizarre, with great pillars jetting into the sky like massive skyscrapers and above them floating islands that cast a shadowy presence across the lands. Before long, the angels returned with their report regarding what they found. 

[color=fff79a]"[i]It appears these islands are deserted, as well as connected far above, but a curious barrier prevents our number from going too high up. We have spotted a cave at the foot of one of the pillars, it appears that will be our main way forward."[/i][/color]

The Inquisitor nods as he looks up at the sky.

[color=00aeef][b]"How intriguing."[/b][/color] Mallus answers while still looking up at the sky, [color=00aeef][b]"These virgin islands are definitely hiding something of great value. I wouldn't see any other point for such a barrier otherwise."[/b][/color]

He then turns towards the reporter.

[color=00aeef][b]"Very well."[/b][/color] the inquisitor acknowledges, [color=00aeef][b]"Assemble two squadrons to come with me. The rest of you remain here to unload and set up base camp. We'll be here for awhile."[/b][/color]

Mallus swiftly turns and points to Cassandra.

[color=00aeef][b]"You."[/b][/color] he orders sternly, [color=00aeef][b]"Demon. You're coming along as well. You will stay by my side until the mission is over. Do not leave my sight under any circumstance without my permission."[/b][/color]

She may be allies with him, but Mallus is always cautious when dealing with demons. For if there's one thing that he always kept to heart, is that you may never know what they might be plotting to do next...

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[@Sho Minazuki][/center]

[color=662d91][i]"I had never thought a venerable angelic general would choose to be overseeing my actions today... Although being an angel, I suppose that should not be a surprise. Judgement and forgiveness and all that I suppose?"[/i][/color]

[color=ed1c24][b]"Well... basically yeah. It's kinda my job, you know."[/b][/color] Ferrus responds dryly as he keeps a careful eye on the prisoner of the day.

Out of all the missions that he could've took, such as slaying a horde of monsters or going on a trip to a beautiful beach, Ferrus just had to pick escorting Servin while he's on parole. To be fair, he was the last person to make his decision and by the time everyone selected their mission of choice, he noticed one of the choices being completely barren. With everyone seemingly avoiding that very job, he simply couldn't help but to put that as his selection. A few people even gave him their "Good lucks" as they left the plaza. Then again, Ferrus wasn't involved in any battles that Servin was in at all, so how could he possibly know what he can do. And sure the so called "Vega" part of him had left Servin's body prior to this very moment, but the others, still seemed rather on edge with him. Actually Mallus seems to be more suited with this type of work, but even he seemed to stay clear and chose to pick a mission of exploration instead. It wouldn't have hurt to have him be with him here. Either way, with most of his power being sapped away, it seems logical that he'd at least behave knowing he's much weaker than before. 

Besides... what can possibly go wrong anyways?

Servin then continues speaking.

[color=662d91][i]"Well, in any case,"[/i][/color] Servin continues, [color=662d91][i]"All I shall be doing is reconnaissance. It's been confirmed that the island has undergone changes in the last month, and no one of the DHO are fit to carry out this duty, except for me... Especially with this gift that my invader had left me with."[/i][/color]

He then reveals the Devil Arms Kerberos and Hydra briefly appearing and phasing out from his body. 

[color=ed1c24][b]"Right."[/b][/color] the inquisitor notes as he observes them wailing spastically for short seconds at a time, [color=ed1c24][b]"I suppose if you want others to be more relaxed with you, you could try to like... oh I don't know, ripping them out or something? Just a suggestion really."[/b][/color]

[color=662d91][i]"Tried as they might, they could not separate them from my body, so I'm stuck with them. In fact this also might be a good chance for me to try them out myself, my guest had shown me how to use them second hand, so I have some idea... Still, it isn't part of my objective, so maybe I'll save it as a bonus."[/i][/color]

[color=ed1c24][b]"That makes sense."[/b][/color] Ferrus acknowledges as he finally gets a more clearer picture of the circumstances at hand. Servin is seen as a potential threat and thus is kept as a prisoner. However, he wants to help and is cooperative enough that the rest allow him to do his work, all while someone babysits him in case he decides to become a threat again. 

Again, Servin opens his mouth to suggest something.

[color=662d91][i]"I know you're meant to only be watching, but I think if we simply work together instead, we can get a lot more done. The demons ahead seem to be heavy in number, having someone help clean them out can let me go further in and find out more about the situation."[/i][/color] 

[color=ed1c24][b]"Hmmm..."[/b][/color] Ferrus paused as he began to ponder the idea to himself. It would just be boring to simply do nothing other than to just watch him scout out the enemy. In fact, it could also be pretty helpful to the entire alliance if they can get a better picture of the situation. Yet he was given direct orders to only watch Servin and that alone. And what if he really was planning something awful like Mallus believed? Can he be trusted?

[color=662d91][i]"Well I'll leave that up to your discretion, I'll just get to work now."[/i][/color] Servin interrupts as he begins walking into the forest.

With that said, the Inquisitor has simply no choice but to follow Servin. Ferrus remains indecisive at the moment, but only time will tell to see what he truly believes. Will he give Servin his trust that he'll help him? Or will he keep an iron fist according to his orders?