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Rodias would sit up, prepared to address the various concerns of the Chateau's residents. Kaldorna's issue had been brought up in a suitably dramatic fashion. He had the distinct feeling that she was desperately wanting to commentate anything, and this public health warning was a suitable outlet for that. Still, Rodias couldn't help but unconsciously clench his fist, wondering how close he'd come during his sparring session with Kaldorna's beasts to overusing his own mana without even realizing it. He had to be more careful, especially since he was an avid user of Sustained buffs. Once it finished, Zouyu would excitedly clap, glad that his near-death experience was now part of a public service announcement.

[color=f7976a][b]"Thank you for your investigative efforts, Kaldorna. As she said, it is important for everyone to observe your MP levels. Any negligence could leave you completely at the mercy of any hostiles,"[/b][/color] Rodias would say, before the whole affair with Socrates played out. 

With that addressed, Rodias would look to Graft and nod. [color=f7976a][b]"I admit, I had no real intention of sending you out for this mission Graft. But your suggestion is sound, and I believe it has significant merit. After all, if we can enhance Amberden's quality of living and ability to produce, it can only benefit us. Meet with me after I visit Charme."[/b][/color]

Salem's suggestion, too, was a good one given that the Duke was unlikely to just believe that he had some bastard son waiting out there for him to dote over. Admittedly, it was unlikely that he'd even let Salem in the front gate even if he believed such a thing. As such, Rodias would speak directly to Salem with: [color=f7976a][b]"Salem, I agree. It would be much easier and safer to replace the Duke after observing him. However, I can assure that even if you act the polar opposite to how his relative acts, he'd never be able to figure it out,"[/b][/color] Rodias suddenly grinned, a certain pleasure evident in his expression as he said: [color=f7976a][b]"After all, I already know he's born a son he's never met. And the Duke is old. Any son whatsoever would be welcomed, at least customarily by him. And that's why you'd have fun with this, Salem. Either way, whether it be to replace the Duke or usurp him, I figured it would be best to offer you an amusing job,"[/b][/color] Rodias said. [color=f7976a][b]"Although, if I wind up losing to Socrates you may miss your chance."[/b][/color]

Next was the, admittedly, very hard to notice presence of Lord Chompy. Rodias felt...incredibly moved by his presence, eyes transfixed on the cat, all the while assured that CatLover/ᐠ.ᆺ.ᐟ\∫ had indeed had excellent taste. He had never seen a real cat, so the idea of one so fluffy and adorable being before Rodias was mesmerizing. He would however have to break free of his transfixation on the cat as it proclaimed it would travel with Ashara and Gromgard, which gave Rodias a chance to interject with: [color=f7976a][b]"A good choice, Chompy Bits. The cultists are all your's, Ashara, and Gromgard's to deal with at your leisure."[/b][/color] Rodias said this while moving a chess piece onto the board once again, this time one carved in the image of the majestic eldritch feline. Zouyu would however react very differently upon realizing Chompy's presence, the weretiger dropping down to his knees and humbly bowing to Chompy. It was...just how cats were. One of them had to be stronger, and higher ranking than the other. Zouyu knew for a fact he couldn't win, so surrender was the only recourse for the weretiger. With a stern expression on his face, Zouyu would proudly present his prized silken yarn ball. [color=fff79a][b]"With all respect, Lord Chompy!"[/b][/color] Zouyu said. 

As Rodias watched, he was immediately reminded of old mobster movies. The kind that stirred anarchistic feelings in oneself, until they realized that bullets hurt, crime was hard, and a thick italian accent only got you so far. 

With all questions addressed, Rodias would rise and say: [color=f7976a][b]"You are all dismissed,"[/b][/color] before heading off to deal with Charme, tell Kath to meet with Charme, then attend to Graft, then finally make good on his promise to entertain Light.
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[i][h3]I have each team's assignment's starting point ready to be posted, but I wanted to give each individual "team" plenty of time to interact with one another. If any wish to have me go ahead and add in the assignment's starts, then please let me know. The ones posted below are the ones not assigned to any team with another player. Since, y'know, it'd be messed up if I made them wait to interact with nobody but the empty air.[/h3][/i]

[@Archmage MC]
[hider=Team Homebodies]
Rodias would meet with Light in the parlor area of the Chateau, the likes of which was frequently used as a meeting area for members of the guild that didn't quite get a high enough rank to warrant a Sable Throne. That was years ago though, so now Rodias and Light would be the only ones in a long time to use the parlor for anything. Stacked high upon the table were a series of various card, board, and rune based games the likes of which served as minigames back in the confines of YGGDRASIL Online. Frequently, Rodias found himself gambling small amounts of coin (at least to him) away with fresher members of the guild, seeing it as a good opportunity to interact, and to kill time in a way that didn't involve PvE or PvP.

Smiling lightly at Light, Rodias gave off the air of being very relaxed, his hand gently patting the stacks and stacks of games. [color=f7976a][b]"So, what would you like to do, Light? We have more games in the back, but I got out the ones I thought you might like. We have 'Kings of Veridian', 'Crypt Parchment', 'Quadra-squar', and 'Dice Beasts' here, but we can play anything you like."[/b][/color]
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[@DracoLunaris]
[hider=Team 'Zouyu is banned from using Triple Maximize']
Once the meeting was adjourned and Kaldorna had her entourage ready once again, Zouyu would be waiting for her, fists pumping up and down excitedly. [b]"Kaldorna! When we get back, can I train with your beasts? I wanna get stronger...that way I can help more. A...And get my yarn ball back,"[/b] Zouyu said, tears in the corners of his eyes as he gave a very dramatic statement of wanting to get strong...

All for a ball of yarn.

When cats fought, there was always only one winner. And Chompy was currently so strong he could win without even fighting. Zouyu recognized this as a fellow beast, but the human emotion of pride present in him was clearly spurned. That and whatever Rakshasa blood he had in him boiled at the thought of being subjugated completely. He might as well have rolled over and let Chompy swat at his belly, for how humilated he felt. 
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[@Lugubrious]
[hider=Team Nefarious Hand Rubbing]
The meeting with Graft would take place at the Factory, seeing as that was best suited to Graft's element. Strating the conversation immediately, Rodias would say: [color=f7976a][b]"I wanted to apologize , Graft. I doubt that any of you could have known about the gold being used to revive fallen Chateau members. But, I am more curious about what you had in mind for Amberden."[/b][/color]

Netting his fingers together in his lap, Rodias would regard Graft with a smile, seeming much more...relaxed than he had been at their last meeting. Before he had been a ball of tension, but the Rodias before Graft today seemed more stable, and more kindly in his countenance. [color=f7976a][b]"Also, how has your analysis on possible uses of Amberlyte progressed?"[/b][/color]
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