Opposition

Okami

Oh sorry if I am ignoring someone. It is a little hard to keep up with everyone. I was just waiting and watching.

States: Peace and War

People have made diamond tipped weapons or saws covered in diamond dust. Perhaps he could reinforce weapons with diamonds.

States: Peace and War

Soon after Hod leaves the room with his men, Katelyn's advisors begin explaining to her. "Glorious Pharaoh Katelyn, we wish to extend the offer of a high king to court you. This man wishes for you to be in a relationship with him. His military can protect you and with his help ruling over Mandisa, you will have more time for the gods!" Katelyn was confused at first but soon replied.
"Why would I be in a relationship?" She asked. She had a puzzled look on her face as she spoke. "I am fine on my own, I don't like all the older guys that keep coming ever since my coronation! I want to meet some other people my age." Katelyn spoke still with confusion but also with irritation. She did not know what was often going on with all the people that visited her throughout her short life as Pharaoh.
"A beautiful goddess such as yourself deserves more broad horizons. Perhaps if you accepted this man's offer to court you, you could meet new friends along the way as well as have many opportunities to travel." Her main advisor spoke in a tone as though to convince her.
"I guess I will try it, but only if you say the gods will be pleased."
"We will fetch the courier at once Great Pharaoh."

A few members of the Royal Guard of Mandisa go around the palace until they find Hod. They bow to him as they speak. "The Butterfly has come up with a verdict. She and her advisors wish to speak with you at once!" They offer to take Hod back to the throne room where he can see Katelyn on her throne still debating with some advisors. As the guards and Hod enter her main advisor pipes up. "Alright Pharaoh it is time for your rapier practice. You are excused of your duties for your class. We will take care of everything." She is quickly taken out of the throne room with a few escorts. "By your request, Sir, we have prepared rooms in the palace for your stay. Please stay with us as long as you like. As for the Pharaoh's answer, she wishes to meet the man who wishes to court her. We wish to have him either come here at his nearest convenience, or for you to escort the Pharaoh back to your lands and meet him. This would avoid having your king have to travel all the way to Mandisa. What do you say?"

States: Peace and War

Katelyn finished reading the paper and did not understand most of it. She figured he just wanted to trade like the rest of her visitors. Before she signed the paper she was hesitant. "Thank you for worrying of my caravan, that tells me much about your concern for the safety of Mandisans and the Gods. Normally I would have my advisors read through any contracts for me, if that is okay." She seemed kind of embarrassed that she had to explain that she couldn't handle it on her own. Katelyn averted her eyes as she spoke, still holding the contract. A few of the advisors stood by in the room, none had come up to her yet, waiting for her permission to do so.

Okami

Himeko merely listens to her friends talk below her perch in the tree. She was still trying to remain out of sight with a smile plastered across her face.

States: Peace and War

Katelyn opens her eyes widely, surprised at the very generous gift. She smiles and giggles slightly at Hod. "I give you many thanks for your generous offers to the gods and my people. Mandisa welcomes you with open arms. I will have my advisors establish trade immediately." Katelyn stands and walks towards him as he does the same. She grabs her skirt and curtsies before taking the piece of paper and slowly reading it over. "Since he was unable to attend, please send my deepest regards to your lord." Katelyn seemed to be responding well to his flattery, making sure that as an ally, she did what he wanted in order to improve relations. "And of course, if there is anything the Gods and I can help with, please do not hesitate to ask." She then smiles up at the numerous oil paintings around her throne room.

States: Peace and War

The few Royal guard members smile at Hod as they once again bow. "The Butterfly always welcomes ambassadors from other nations." The guards lead him to the throne room. "Go in when you please!" They bow and walk away. Katelyn can be seen inside the throne room conversing with a few of her advisors. They seem to be arguing but hush up as the new people enter.

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Oh sorry, I meant to say Hod. I will edit

States: Peace and War

Katelyn walks around her palace after her coronation. She was bored and had no one to play with. Being Pharaoh was harder than she thought. Katelyn was up for the challenge though. Periodically an advisor of hers would drag her off to judge a court case or make a public appearance. It seemed as though her main advisors did most of the work, not that they wanted her to. She had to sign a lot of papers that she didn't understand, but as long as her advisors felt it necessary, she was happy to do as they asked. Many people around her palace were talking of war and enemies. Katelyn shrugged it off, she thought she was allies with everyone. After all, so many people came to visit her on her coronation and brought her gifts. She was hearing lots of talk about barbarian issues throughout Mandisa, especially in the city of the crocodile god, Petsuchstis. She had just started to read the old book of battle strategies given to her by Toby when she was pulled off to her throne room by her advisors and a few ambassadors.

"Pharaoh Katelyn, I humbly wish to make a request that may help you with your duties throughout time. I have brought many ambassadors and Mandisans that wish to become your suitor. Your other advisors and I all agree that if the glorious Pharaoh were to marry, Mandisa would be very well off and the gods will be pleased."

Katelyn was taken aback at first, not knowing what to say. She never really understood the concept of allies, enemies, or marriage. She didn't want to give up her power, but they told her that it would appease her gods. She didn't want to disrespect her prophets. Katelyn was conflicted. She sat with her advisors going through multiple points on how this could be good or bad.

Hod was soon greeted by a few members of the Royal Guard of Mandisa. The leader had walked up and questioned him. "Hail sir, I can't help but notice that you are headed for The Butterfly's palace. Would you mind if I asked your name and business before I send you to our glorious Pharaoh?" The guards all had their weapons sheathed, keeping a close eye on him. The few of them that greeted Hod had bowed to him as they spoke.

Okami

Meanwhile, as the new wolf talks to Luneth, Himeko begins scaling a tree quietly. She hops atop a branch above them, just simply watching as they converse, hoping to not be noticed.