Academy for Rejected Souls (Multiverse, OC)

Headmistress's Office




@folclor @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @shadowstrikr25


James nodded as Reagan asked about timetables and dangers.


"Oh, nothing too dangerous.  Monstets, slavers, maybe the odd minor skirmish in Arendia.  The trip to Riva shouldn't take more than two weeks, maybe eighteen days, and factoring in the time to formulate and execute a plan, along with a few extra days to account for misadventure,  we should be back in about a month.  If you have any final questions ask them now, because we leave in one hour."
 
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Headmistress's Office


@TommyGun15 @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @shadowstrikr25


Why'nn pursed her lips as she listened, not immediately offering any further questions.  'You seem frustrated.  What do you expect?  This is not a world we know much of, after all...'  The scroll seemed a plausible escape route until Why'nn began thinking of all the ways it could be blocked.  While it seemed Riva was much more like the Dalelands father had taken her to initially, there was always a possibility that they were more magically inclined than even James knew.


While she heard Reagan's questions she didn't share her friend's concerns.  'So we're going to a place less technologically and magically advanced than Faerun.  I am highly disappointed, but I suppose that is to be expected.  I do not see why he could not simply use his powers of persuasion were he caught by a relation or sorcerer.  Then again, I feel Reagan already distrusts his leadership, these are things to bring up when he and I are alone.'


Nishira playfully elbowed Delrick in the ribs.  "Priestesses are the ones with the least morals and you know it."  Still, his joke gave her pause.  "You'd tell me if you procreated, wouldn't you?"
 
Nishira's Office


@folclor @shadowstrikr25 @TommyGun15


Grim shrugged and shook his head. Ready to be on the way, but listened to remaining questions. He'd poke holes in the plan once they were on the mission. 'A month? Bloody hell! Violet's not gonna like this. Best just leave a note.' He raised an eyebrow and nodded at Reagan, giving her a gentle elbow with wink. Turning back to James he raised his paw slightly. " You mentioned monsters, slavers and skirmishes. How do your people feel about armed individuals walking freely about town? The road seems a safe bet no one's gonna question weapons, but locals get edgy when ya walks in armed." He was looking forward to strapping his old axes, knives and longbow back on, walking the open land. It'd almost be as good as patrolling the edge of Mossflower again. 


Delrick grinned and silently chuckled. " Only most of them, some of the males are just as bad!" The monk nodded slowly. " If the desire to ever sow my seed becomes an item I wish to pursue I will tell you." He grinned with a wink. " Who else would be there to help raise them?"
 
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Headmistress's Office




@folclor @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @shadowstrikr25


James sighed and shook his head.


"Yes, obviously we're going to have to hide the weapons when we enter towns.  Look, there are a bunch of minor details I'll fill you in on as they become important, but to be honest I'm afraid that if I meticulously plan this out, everything will go wrong, so I'm intentionally leaving room for improvisation.  That's why I added an extra week to our schedule to allow for unexpected complications.  Just remember these three things.  Don't trade with people who have dark hair and sharp noses, don't accept food or drinks from hairless people in bright colors, and NEVER accept red coins."
 
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My Office


@Grim Wraithe Stjerna @TommyGun15 @shadowstrikr25


Nishira smirked.  "You could make a lich blush.  Now I'm thinking about who you might make good children with as having an actual mini-Delrick would make me quite happy."  She giggled and wound an arm around one of his.  As the children talked she watched them.  Her voice was quiet.  "So far I think James needs quite a lot of instruction on leading."


Why'nn thought about all the instruction, shook her head, and recalled those in the lands they went to west of Thay who spoke similarly of her people.  "Why?"  It was a simple question, but one loaded on so many levels.  "What is wrong with those with dark hair and sharp noses?  What about those hairless people is bad?  What do red coins symbolize?"  She crossed her arms, a bit of a frown upon her lips.
 
Headmistress's Office




@folclor @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @shadowstrikr25


James mentally smacked himself as he realized that of course she'd ask.


"The dark haired people are Drasnians.  If you don't know the secret language, they'll screw you over.  The hairless people are Nyssians, and Nyssians are infamous for using drugs and poisons to influence and enslave people.  And the red coins are worthless.  A long time ago they were enchanted by the Grolim priests in an attempt to destabilize the north, and blah blah blah, thousand year old history.  The enchantment is gone, but most northern merchants will refuse to accept red coins.  In Riva, even owning red coins will get you fined."
 
My Quarters


@folclor


Lillith sighed as Valian informed her that he loved her.


"Of course you do, I am your Queen. You-" Lillith stopped mid-sentence, eyes widening with realization. He meant...


"Oh." Lillith's voice cracked a bit as she said this. Unintentionally, her hand reached up and grapsed her throat. 'Why did my voice do that?'


Of course, Lillith had been loved before. Nathan loved her, and in his own way her first Chevalier loved her. But not like this.


Sure, various human nobles had proposed to her in her time, but...those were pathetic creatures hardly befitting but a moment's notice.


This was her Chevalier. He was beneath her, yes, but he wasn't beneath her notice. 


At the same time, she didn't really view him that way. There had only been one person that she had ever looked at that way.


Still. Lillith stared at him as she contemplated what to do.


Nobody as close to her as him had ever loved her, despite her dearest wishes. This was...new. Interesting, even.


"I...don't believe I see you that way." Lillith stated. Her eyebrows furrowed as though she was confused. "But I...I think that I could."


To be completely honest, Lillith doubted it. But, she was curious about what somebody in love would do. And what a Chevalier in love with their own Queen would do.
 
Nishira's Office


@folclor @shadowstrikr25 @TommyGun15


Grim shook his head and looked down. " You want us to hide our weapons? Have you ever tried to conceal a longbow? Or a otter javelin?" Grim was agreeing with Why'nn in her questions. But he was a bit vexed as to why the squad leader was seemingly getting frustrated by his team asking questions when he opened the floor to them. " Look mate, you don't have to plan it all out to the last hard tac. But giving everyone all the details up front will save you headaches in the field when things to go sideways. " He stood back, and crossed across his chest, cloak hanging over his left shoulder, waiting for all the info or be dismissed. 


Delrick rolled his eyes at her comment about him producing offspring. " I'm sure my child would make you happy." He shifted his coffee to his left hand as his right was occupied by her arm. The monk was nodding in agreement. "I agree. At the very least how to brief his people. But it seems like Mr.Shell may be taking that for action."
 
Headmistress's Office




@folclor @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @shadowstrikr25


James sighed, starting to lose his patience.


"Okay...  I, the Drasnian merchant, will conceal my weapons.  The rest of you, my foreign bodyguards from lands unknown, don't need to hide your weapons.  In fact, it would be strange if you didn't have weapons.  And NO just because your foreign doesn't mean you can bring technology that doesn't exist.  Now I think we've spent long enough on questions.  Just trust me when we get to my world.  It's dangerous, and if I tell you to do something or not to do something, it's for a very good reason."
 
Headmistress's Office


@TommyGun15 @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @shadowstrikr25


Why'nn raised an eyebrow at his sudden loss of patience, but decided that her pushing it would only make things worse, so she kept her mouth shut.  This was all important information that he hadn't seen fit to express to them.  So she crossed her arms, considering what this world would look like practically.  However, she did have one more question.  "I have one more question: Is a scythe too unusual of a weapon to carry?"  If so she would borrow a halberd from the Arena.


Nishira chuckled.  "It really seems like that girl is your daughter.  Well, that is what I wanted... a second you, so I shouldn't complain.  And, yes, I feel like the otter would be a much better leader.  Your bird would also do better.  That being said, I'll be interested to see how this mission goes.  I'll be keeping an eye on them and would suggest you keep in contact with your bird.  That way we have two ways of knowing how it proceeds."


Queen's Quarters


@Lunaria Silver


The answer was about what he expected.  She didn't feel the same way about him.  A sad, disappointed smile played on his features until she said that last bit.  She could, possibly, one day see him that way?  Immediately his smile brightened and he bowed to her.  While he wanted to take her hand and kiss it, he wouldn't overstep his boundaries.
 
Headmistress's Office




@folclor @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @shadowstrikr25


James answered the question with a bit of weariness in his voice.


"No...  it's not that unusual.  I've heard of a few Sendarian merccenaries that fight with a scythe...  Ugh, I'm already screwing this up and we haven't even left."


James sighed ran his fingers through his hair.


"Look guys, I'll be honest with you, there are a lot of unknowns about this.  I didn't want to tell you about the merchant plan because, to be honest, I'm not sure I'll be able to get us a cart.  I'd use my Will too take one, but the other sorcerers would sense it if I did that.  So, for this entire mission I'm pretty much going to be actively suppressing my abilites in order to keep hidden, and because of that there are a lot of variables to go into.  On top of that, I don't know what time of year it will be there, or what the political climate will be like, because it's been three months since I've been there, and I spent who knows how long before that in a dungeon between court hearings."


James shook his head and began to pace.


"That, and I've never really done this "leading" thing before.  I mean, me and Thale, an old friend of mine, would get into trouble in the woods when we were little, but that's not really much of a comparison is it?"


James stopped pacing and looked back at tthem with a sheepish chuckle.


"I guess what it really boils down to is that I'm nervous, and have absolutely no clue what I'm doing."
 
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Headmistress' Office


@folclor @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @TommyGun15


Reagan was content with just watching Grim and Why'nn tear into James' plan. 'Wow. They are tearing this apart and I didn't even do anything! I need to have a portable chair or something for this.' She was entirely unaware of the purpose of Grim's nudge and wink, looking at him with a confused expression. She continued listening, even picking up that Nishira thought he was doing a shoddy job. Once James finished his monologue, Reagan chuckled. "Well, at least you admitted it." Sure, she may hate his guts for being a mind-bending prick stick, but that didn't stop him from being right. Even then, her tone of voice was sarcastic. "Have smoke bombs been introduced? They should be useful and period accurate for a quick escape." Plus, Reagan knew a formula that could fill a room with the stuff. And she didn't want to sleep in the woods should she fail Geralt's task.
 
Nishira's Office


@folclor @shadowstrikr25 @TommyGun15


Grim chuckled and snorted air. " Well first part of leading is admitting when ya don't know everything. As like I said ya don't have to have everything planned out." With a mild flourish he swept the cloak onto his shoulders. " Trust me, as soon as we get there any plan is going to fall to shit." He shrugged and moved to stand next to James and slap him hard on the shoulder, but not enough to hurt him or send him flying. Just enough to push him a step sideways and maybe lightly bruise him. " Plans always do that."


Delrick continued to smirk as Nishira spoke, it felt good to be talking with her again. He would only admit it to her, but he had missed this interaction. " No you shouldn't complain. I've been teaching her more then how to hit things you know. And Mr. Shell has the field experience to lead a squad. When was the last time you read his file concerning his activity that lead up to him being rejected?" The warlock took a long sip of coffee and watched as James tried to regain a level of calm. The two had been asking pertinent questions, but it was a bit rapid fire. 
 
Headmistress's Office




@folclor @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @shadowstrikr25

James chuckled as Grim slapped his shoulder, rubbing it as his arm began to ache slightly.


"Yeah, thanks guys.  I guess I need someone to knock me off my high horse every now and then.  But yeah Reagan, it's probably a good idea to bring smoke bombs.  I think there is something sort of like that being researched, but they're still useful.  While your at it, might as well bring your backpack, it'll be quicker and simpler to just put it in a sack.  Oh, and one last thing, does everyone know how to ride a horse?  We'll need them to stay on time."
 
My Quarters


@folclor


Lillith smiled at her bowing Chevalier, not showing any signs outwardly of her less than kind thoughts.


'I have never heard of a Chevalier loving their Queen romantically. This could be interesting. I wonder what he would do if I reciprocated his feelings...what would he do if I outright rejected them? How would he react if I claimed to love another?'


Lillith already saw him as one of her more favored toys, but it would seem that she fully intended to play with him. She had never really been loved by anything worth her time, so she was fascinated.


"Well. I was going to play a game of hide and seek with the boy." She said with an amused smirk, referring back to when he questioned her how she intended to test the boy.


"I'm curious to see how well he can hunt." Her test would end up being a tad bit more elaborate than that, but she was almost never straightforward. 
 
Headmistress's Office


@TommyGun15 @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @shadowstrikr25


Why'nn smiled as she watched the others interact with James.  She'd have to give him affection after the briefing, but it'd be fairly inappropriate at this point in time.  The idea of riding a horse seemed interesting.  She'd learned how in the past two weeks, but that had been with Father...  "Yes," she finally stated.  "If Reagan or Grim do not know, one can ride with me."  At this point she approached James and put a hand on his shoulder.  "I believe you will become a great leader in time."  And that was the extent of the affection that was permitted.


Nishira smirked.  "Looks like he's gathered their support again."  She turned her attention back to Delrick, considering his words.  "Mmm, I read it again after permitting Geralt to take him as an apprentice.  He has a dark fire within him I wish he had not lost.  Perhaps I can coax it out of him once more."  The headmistress chuckled.  "And how would you say the briefing is going?"


Queen's Quarters


@Lunaria Silver


The Chevalier straightened, smile still in place.  "Then we should find him.  You should never be kept waiting."  He was quite happy to be at her side at the moment, especially since she said she could possibly love him romantically one day.  He could wait.  He could wait centuries if he had to!  "You're pathetic.  Can't you see she's just using you?  She won't love you like you want her to.  She sees you as a toy, just like she sees that kid as one."  His smile faltered slightly.
 
Nishira's Office


@folclor @shadowstrikr25 @TommyGun15


Grim grinned and nodded. " Oh don't fret about that mate. Me and Sparky will be doing that." The otter nodded slowly, winking to Reagan, fairly certain she was on his side for that. " So is this little group chat over then? " He asked driving back and forth on his toes and heels, using his tail to rock him. 


Delrick nodded. "I think for the most part you're correct, though it would seem Mr.Shell and Miss Canthet have opted to give him a break." He took a long drink of his coffee before replying. "I would say, passing for a first unprepared attempt. Though from what he's learned from this, and what he will learn on the mission, I expect the next one to be much better." The warlock looked to the headmistress and slow nod. " His darkness still lives, in the intense training I've put him through I can see it still burning in him." Looking back to the Grim he spoke quietly. " It would not take much to bring it to the fore. "
 
My  room


Violet yawned and opened her eyes. She looked down and relaized she was holding a pillow and not her Otter. "Where did he go?" She grumbled and rolled on her back. She had been spending a lot of time with Grim recently. Grim had snuck into her i room a few times. She wondered if his master knew or just didn't care enough to say something. It wasn't even anything sexual. Just holding each other. Maybe he loved her as much as she loved him. She sat up and looked for her clothes. She slipped on her shorts and s big t shirt before walking around her room. "Maybe I should clean it a bit."she sad tapped her chin.
 
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@folclor @Grim Wraithe Stjerna @shadowstrikr25


James smiled and nodded in affitmation.


"Yeah, I think that's everything.  Thanks guys.  Let's meet back here in an hour, and then we can get on our way.  You guys grab anything you think you need, and if it's something that might not fit in my world, bring along a way to conceal it.  And hey, I'm glad you guys are going with me."


James grinned at Reagan and chuckled.


"Yes, even you Reagan."
 
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@TommyGun15 @folclor @Grim Wraithe Stjerna


Reagan grinned in a way only recognizable as mad glee. 'Those things can fill the cafeteria in less than a minute. Science is the best.' Her face quickly reset itself, but there was still that spark in her eye. And the very idea that she would leave her backpack her was offensive. And risky. It had been a while since she had lost control of her lightning. She wasn't even sure her mana would be released in the same way if that happened again. She was also fairly certain she had no idea how to ride a horse. "Uh... I might take you up on that, Why'nn." And then Grim kept up the nickname Valian had given her. Again. She had tried stopping him, but found her efforts futile, instead trying to think of a snappy one for Grim, coming up with nothing. Although James' last statement caused her to snicker. "You say that like I haven't punched you in the face." Still, she was going to have a little science fun making those smoke bombs. And bring a sword. And was going to need to monster hunt with Grim. 'Well... This should be interesting. Plus, new world, new information.' 
 
My Quarters and then hallways


@folclor


Lillith nodded with an amused smile. "Yes, waiting is not my strong suit."


She noticed that Valian's smile faltered again. 'What now?'


"And about that little mean voice in the back of your head. Don't listen to it. We all have one, and they're never right."


That being said, Lillith turned away from her Chevalier and walked out into the hallway, listening for the murderous child.


She wandered around for a few minutes before chuckling. 'He's lurking.'


She assumed he was looking for somebody to attack.


"Kleine, you can come out now."
 
The Girl's Room


@StartingOver  (and @shadowstrikr25)


He didn't know why Zerek had wanted to bring this girl into their plans.  So far she'd proven extremely volatile, and she possessed an overconfidence that would likely bring her trouble in the future.  However, Zerek had insisted, and at this point it seemed that any aid would be beneficial in the long-run.  For now though, Mr. Deeds would do what he did best.  Wait, watch, and report back to his master.
 
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===Gareth===


Hallways


@Lunaria Silver @folclor


Gareth had been motionless atop a statue in that hallway for what felt like ages, but had only been about half an hour. His muscles were tensed, ready to strike at anyone traveling alone. Unfortunately he either had the worst luck imaginable, or his chosen hallway was not that popular. 'Need to learn where the prey likes to go. It'll make this easier. No, then there'll be more. Less likely to be alone.' His thoughts stopped as the murder lady and her new friend entered the hallway. He thought this would be interesting.


Lillith calling out his nickname encouraged him to make an entrance, the only way he knew how. He leapt from the statue, two daggers in hand, towards the pair. He fully expected the both of them to dodge as he spun 180 degrees, sliding to a halt behind them. If they actually got hit by him, they would feel the delayed pain of the slashes. Gareth stood up, looking at Lillith, mildly amused. "What brings you here, mon cheri ?"
 
Hallways


@shadowstrikr25 @folclor


Lillith's smile swiftly became amused as she easily dodged out of the way of his attack. When he had finished, she was back to standing where she had been originally.


"My my. What an impractical gretting. I could have killed you, you know."


Lillith chuckled before she decided to explain herself. "I merely wanted to play a game with you. A rather simple one. It'll be fun!" She assured him with an ever growing smirk. 
 
Hallways


@Lunaria Silver @folclor


Gareth simply shrugged as she stated that she could have killed him. He knew that quite well, but she found him entertaining. He would use that to take her place on the food chain, eventually. "But you didn't. You must still find me enjoyable." At the idea of a game, he tilted his head in confusion. "What kind of game? Is it one were I get to kill people? Because that would be a game I could get behind!" Gareth giggled as he thought of going nuts on whoever happened to be around without consequence. He was still curious as to why she seemed to be seeking him out, but kept that to himself for the moment.
 
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