[center][hr][color=#cecece]♠[/color] [color=cadetblue]♦[/color] [color=#cecece]♠[/color] [color=cadetblue]♦[/color] [color=#cecece]♠[/color] [color=cadetblue]♦[/color] [color=#cecece]♠[/color][hr][/center][center][h3]Aeris de' Medici[/h3] - - -[/center] [hider=Past few weeks...] Aeries de' Medici was a woman who once had to carry the weight of her bloodline on her shoulders, but with the maturation of the next heir in line to inherit her position, she had already removed her magic crest. The act removed the superficial boosts to her magical capabilities, but the knowledge she had over the years were retained and was more than enough to overcome even an ordinary magus in most cases and with preparation, even superior ones. As someone who received the permission of the Holy Church to aid their cause, there was no assistance needed from the Mage's Association and whatever method they were planning to use to interfere with the process of the Counter Force. While hearing of their idea, she took the time to develop her own ritual of contracting a spirit of humanity, taking on weeks of preparation for the task that resulted in her being one of the last to finally join the effort. It should still be considered a praiseworthy feat of accomplishing such a task, with the assistance of her family working behind the idea to make it a reality. The process was a bit rushed with the time given to them, it was with all of their effort, it was the first realized project for the new heir of the Medici. The location that she set up was in Ireland, a place rich with leylines yet popular for tourism, it would still be suitable place to set up a temporary workshop for such a complicated ritual that required resources. She had cleared up a cabin within the woods, having 'rented' it out from its owners for a while and setting up a bounded field to hide it away from prying eyes. Being a comfortable place to stay for the weeks she was developing her ritual, with the basement it possessed was a great area to set everything up. [center]- - -[/center] Perhaps the spirit knew or perhaps it didn't, but Aeris had already set up her precautions as someone who was meddling with the force's of the world. Confident in the theory and logic behind her ritual, it was sound on paper but its actual practical application meant that not everything would follow to her expectations on the very first try. But then again, she would only have one chance... Several bounded fields on the level of High-Thaumaturgy was set in place around the ritual area, segregating the metaphysical boundaries of space to prevent physical and spiritual bodies from passing through. They were the last things to be set up as the magi community around Ireland would no doubt take notice of the magical fluctuations on their spiritual lands. But before they could do anything, she would be done and over with it...[/hider] [center] - - - [/center] [center][h3][u]Summoning Ritual[/u][/h3] [color=cadetblue]" Through our consciousness as humanity, I call upon this contract... " " For your essence, it shall be made from wisdom and reason... " " For your anchor, it shall be made from faith and virtue... " " For your ritual, it shall be made from wisdom and knowledge... " " For your honor, it shall be made from respect and good-will... " " Seal the contract that is the Consciousness of Human Order. " " Come from the Truth, and follow the obscured pathways to the world. " " Open. Open. Open. Open. Open. Open." " With each path open, close them again. " " Come forth. " " And Listen. " " Your body, is created through my desire... " " My contract, is realized through your judgement... " " Our oath, is completed from our work together... " " Together this oath shall be sworn between two who seek to protect humanity! " " I shall realize all the virtues which make up the Heavens. " " I shall accomplish dominion over all evils that constitutes Hell. " " If you seek to fulfill this agreement then answer my call! " " Come forth from the veil and out of your bindings, " " Guardian of Balance! [/color][/center] [center]- - -[/center] The execution of the ritual was certainly an impressive one as it began collecting magical energy, pulling from the ground as it pulsed underneath her feet, collecting from the air as it became coalesced into a dense mist, and flaring within her own circuits as she continued. The magic circle that served as the foundation of the ritual glowed a pale blue as it steadily grew brighter and brighter upon speaking the words. Surging with energy as each phrase was said and each meaning was conveyed, it hummed with potential near the end of her chant before it was releasing like a flood gate. Being a wave of energy that came forth from the ritual as it completed itself and calling a figure from the Throne of Heroes like originally planned, but with a modification... With the completion of ritual, it resulted in Aeris catching her breath despite the reserves she originally had in place to mitigate the costs, having fell to knees momentarily for the effort she exerted. Her eyes wandered around the room for the sight of the individual that she called from the ritual, having no sight of them despite confirming the existence of the magic symbols on her hand and the contract she could feel bound to her. But is seemed her investigation into the whereabouts her summoned Hero was thankfully cut short, listening to the disembodied voice as it spoke to her. She gave a small smile after listening to its words, finding their reaction interesting before speaking. [color=cadetblue]" I appreciate the concern you have over my being, while I did not think the stories to be true, you already act like someone who is considered to be a hero of humanity... "[/color] She said, nodding to herself as if thinking the words over and agreeing with them. Being quite comedic of a response given, but it was hiding an underlying sense wariness. Offering her own diplomatic response in return to the individual. [color=cadetblue]" While I cannot offer any reconciliation for your past experiences, the only recourse that I can afford to give you is my good will. With your voice to reveal any displeasure or disagreement you have in the actions or ideas that I have, I believe we should be fine. "[/color] Making a request after attempting to smooth over the other's concerns, recognizing the name that it was claiming to be. She bolstered her magical circuits as she fluctuated the magical energy within her body to prevent any malign effects that could be placed on herself. Unsure of the capabilities of the spirit, it was best to be safe after denying it's request of free itself. [color=cadetblue]" May I ask you to reveal yourself? I wish to know who I shall be working with for the duration this contract. "[/color] [@Indra]