[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/9xETUaq.png[/img][/center] [@HiddenBlue] [@Sakaki Chizuru] [url=https://youtu.be/gSiFEXYiEaU?list=OLAK5uy_kyEvFUWVg14TCSf-TStIKPDSEsh733Ypwl]Bzzt.. Bzzt... Bzzt...[/url] The device that was perhaps the symbol of the modern age, of easily proliferated information and communication. The mobile phone, shook and rang, letting out its cry and alert in service to its owner. She certainly didn't need to look to know who it was from, nor he to hear the sudden interruption of the inquistive, almost forceful ringing that violated the quiet that was in one of the workshops of the Black Tree's land. [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/p8NWEqL.png[/img][/center] [color=fff200]"Good moooorning-"[/color] came the strangely cheery voice of the other middle-easterner among their camp. The Persian cursemaker [color=fff200]"-Heartthrob~"[/color] Ah there came the incessant nickname he had picked for her. It was something he had called her before they even had a chance to exchange names. For better or worse, even before they were chosen as masters (an inevitability both of them knew clearly...) he had managed to, make himself memorable compared to the scores of magi Yggdmillenia, and sometimes he called to annoy her. Although in this case he knew that she'd pick up. She knew he'd call. It was very convenient. He could annoy her before he even did anything at all. Truly, there was no one else to wet his appetite like her around. Well, perhaps there would be in this war, facing down both Purple and Red... but he wouldn't raise his hopes too much. Plus they'd have to compete with the "familiarity" he was starting to grow after all. In any case... [color=fff200]"Do you know what the morning bird sings so vibrantly, and annoys modern man with its symphony even as they desire a respite from their disorganized and unnatural ways? It's quite simple really. In any case, it does well to hear fresh news doesn't it? I'm sure you would prefer the usual transference of information but I shall tell you this directly with my voice as well." [/color] He didn't need to look up at the sky for one of the mirrors rotating in his eyes to reflect the heavens and the ship sailing through it. Instead he looked over to Rider and raised his finger in a wagging motion, urging him to wait for him to finish his business. [color=fff200]"It seems that they've discovered my intrusion, although they seem more focused on our dear lord's servant... So I'm afraid that I'll slip away from this boring matter. Although I'll be aware enough of it nonetheless, as will you of course soon enough. It appears they are doing something quite naughty however. It isn't any of my concern, but it might effect some of the locals who do not have a proper fortune or providence. They're working with something quite old fashioned and yet normal... Smallpox seeded in the villages apparently, how quaint, no? Heartthrob?"[/color] He let out an exaggerated sigh and began to march forth again, away from the inevitable conflict while beckoning Rider to follow. [color=fff200]"Still, if you would like I could go to some of the villages that would be a starting nexus point and vector, burn away the impurities and overturn the destiny of those wrapped up in their little game. Still, Smallpox, I'm sure that is a clue for you to utilize my dear. The first puzzle piece. Do you think it is something of one of their colleagues and a hobby, or is it an interest of one of their servants?" [/color] Speaking of servants.. He slightly lifted the phone away from his face. [color=fff200]"Rider, I do not think there is much worth in us sticking around. But if you really do wish..." [/color] he suddenly leaned backwards, bending his back and hanging in a L shape above the ground. [color=fff200]"I do not mind if you add to this show, as long as of course you do not reveal much about yourself, or get all that hurt. But I doubt I need to ask that of you. I'd rather the actor (demon) not take the stage yet either. So you'll fight by yourself... or your allies. Either that or we can find a more proper stage for your debut."[/color] [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/y4uFfUK.png[/img][/center] [@SSW] Ah blood, blood.. The need for blood. No it was not a need but a duty was it? A duty overwhelming, shackling and yet loving. His responsibility was to the land, his responsibility was to the lord. Such things must be slain, and erased. He looked towards Assassin who he understood as a holy man as recognized by the Lord. [color=ed1c24]"You know what we must do, correct? Nay, what we are blessed to be able to do of course. To be able to indulge in the task is what separates man from beast perhaps, and yet staring up I do not see many men, nor beast. Having lost the love of a man, having lost the truth of a beast... what lies is something sad isn't it?"[/color] His spear pointed up towards that boat. [color=ed1c24]"I understand they mean to spread a plague, but that matters not. What matters is that they have exposed themselves out of their fortress, and they may be struck down as invaders in their own land. Hah!" He barked out in amusement before kneeling down. "As an Assassin you may of course arrive to their flying ship in safety in astral form but... If I may ask your hand to arrive there in a timely fashion with your blessing."[/color]