[color=0054a6][center][h1]Sophia[/h1][/center][/color]
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Sophia waited for a bit for the members of the alliance to arrive. When some of them arrived, she stepped forward from behind the trees. It was a shame that some of those whom she called weren't present, but nothing could be done regarding that. She was already breaking the oath she made to herself... Sure, the situation that the descended would face was beyond anything they had faced in a long while but still...

[color=0054a6]"I'm thankful for you all to attend to my call. Some of you already saw me back on Vrondi, yet... I was not entirely honest with you."[/color] Sophia said, looking to those present. Some of them she had already seen before but the most part were strangers to her. Other than those who were openly presenting themselves in front of her, Sophia could also feel one more presence, carefully hiding herself amongst the bushes. She wouldn't blame her if she didn't entirely trust Sophia, as it was true that she was, to most of them who never saw her before, basically a strange, unknown dragon woman.

[color=0054a6]"I ask of you to please keep my real identity a secret as not many who know me saw my human form."[/color] Sophia said, giving a few steps back as primal magic started to overflow from her tiny humanoid form, swirling around her as she transformed herself to her real form, her oppressive magical aura emanating from her, with it's pressure being almost palpable to those nearby her.

[color=0054a6]"Please, do not be afraid. There is no need to hide yourself, young one."[/color] Sophia said, looking to where Shye was hiding herself, without much success in making her show herself. After a moment without any answer or reaction from the one who was hiding, Sophia finally realized that she forgot to suppress her aura. Perhaps the primal magic emanating from her was making the one who was hiding even more wary of Sophia?

[color=0054a6]"I'm sorry... I sometimes forget to suppress my aura... Most of those who live near me on the gaian mountains are already accustomed to the primal magic overflowing from me... Sometimes I forget of how oppressive it can be to normal descended..."[/color] Sophia said with an apologetic tone, immediately suppressing her aura entirely.

[color=0054a6]"I am Sophia, the Guardian of Knowledge. I am the one responsible for maintaining the balance of magic in the world, of guarding forbidden knowledge that the descended are not ready to know."[/color] Sophia said, introducing herself.

[color=0054a6]"I made an oath to never interfere with the descended. I do not take sides on wars or political disputes between kingdoms. Normally, I am merely an observer, but I can't afford to simply watch and do nothing. The world is about to face a threat of unprecedented proportions. Bigger than any war between kingdoms, bigger than any conflict that you ever have seen."[/color] Sophia said, with a serious tone.

[color=0054a6]"Dark times are upon all of us. Old enemies rise once more, stronger than ever and new enemies appear by the second. Conflicts that can alter the balance of the magic and the world itself are about to happen. The mission given to your group is not merely a test to you as individuals, but its outcome can alter the fate of the world. The godsmith's hammer might be the only way to beat Nuxta. And if he isn't beaten soon, everything shall come to an end."[/color] Sophia continued, making sure that they knew the weight her words carried.

[color=0054a6]"Even though your journey has only began, you shall face trials that will test not only your abilities, but also your resolve, your wisdom, your knowledge and the very bond between yourselves. You will face many dangers and be tempted by many things, but you should never loose your focus or your resolve. You are not alone. All the descended, young and old stand by your side, I stand by your side."[/color] Sophia said, opening her right hand in front of her and cutting her skin with her claw. Taking one of the feather like scales from her wings, she made it float in front of her as the blood coming out of her hand formed many unknown magic runes, symbols and circles, which started orbiting around the feather-like scale, changing rapidly for a brief moment before being absorbed by it.

[color=0054a6]"When against overwhelming odds, facing a powerful enemy and without hope of wining, remember about me, pour your magic on this scale and I will come to your aid. Be careful though, as it will only work once."[/color] Sophia said, as the artifact made with her scale and her blood floated just above her hands as she lowered them.

[color=0054a6]"As a group, you should put your diferences aside. Trust your companions with your life and they shall trust you with theirs. Knowing your own companions is the first step to mutual trust. Thus, I ask you. Who amongst you believe is  worthy of being responsible for this power?"[/color] Sophia asked with the artifact hovering just above her hand as she waited for the group to come to a decision of who should carry her scale.

After handing the artifact to one of them, Sophia would give a few steps back, bowing slightly to them.
[color=0054a6]"I trust you all, young descended. I believe you have what's necessary to overcome all obstacles, complete this trial and change the fate of the world. You are the beginning of a new age, an age where descended of all races and kingdoms stand united against a common enemy. Go now, and do what you must."[/color] Sophia said before flying away.