Expanse: The City Reboot (Dark Fantasy Epic) Main Thread (Open, Started)

[FinalDream]

Isabella Verneer - The Temple of the Wind - Tinsdal

Isabella smiled at Vergil. She liked him already. He was smart. ?Sera.? Isabella let the name echo around the thoughts of those standing before her for a moment. ?She is the reason that we exist and that we know of the danger of the Warfleet. Sera feared that her master, Kalyn Vaalender, would betray her in the end, and to her credit she was right. So when she had the chance to kill me at Scarlett?s birth, she chose instead to spare me and send me to this place, using the life debt that I owed her to establishing the Overwatch. A group designed to keep track of the threat of the Warfleet.?

Isabella paused. ?When Sera was young she was apprenticed to Kalyn Vaalender, a man not who he seemed, and despite her skill in battle he was more interested in her connections to the Warfleet. You see Sera was born on the Warfleet and it is a rare occasion that one of their own leaves the confines of the fleet. So he used her to gain leverage over their armies for his own purpose, control of the North. Sera had her own plans too, so she is far from innocent in all of this, had Scarlett not stopped her all them years ago our lives would be very different.?

Isabella noticed the change in facial expressions. ?Yes. Even Scarlett can act for more than herself when the time arises. As for the Sigils, well, that was our own research. As I said Sera had her own plans and she had discovered the Sigils while on a job for Kalyn. She used them to lock away her ?legacy? - we believe a means to controlling the North - and hid them, but overtime the Sigils were found by different users, and some even lost completely. The Warfleet hopes to use the Sigils to unlock Sera?s legacy and take control of these lands. We tracked each of the six down and when we learnt of Sera?s death and the transfer to the girl Teara we began tracking Scarlett and those who she travelled with. Some of you where easy to find out about, Lorel and his friends, Telnor, Andria. Those who had nothing to hide anyway.?

Isabella looked at Vergil. ?You Vergil where a matter of greasing the right palms in your guild. The honour of thieves is not all it seems these days when you introduce a little coin. Anyway, to take on the Warfleet you will need to be at full strength. You will need all your friends. And the Sigils. I suggest you start with your friend Telnor.?

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Along The Library of the Wind - Tinsdal

"Greedy little buggers, they certainly have lost their way since I last saw them. I shall be having words with them once I get back to the Tooth." Vergil thought to himself, obviously annoyed that his guild would sell him out for some coin.

"Of course, Scarlett and Sera had a difference of opinion regarding the state of the world the last time they encountered one another; and from what I could gather, it was the same difference." Vergil said with a slight smile, referring to when he saw them argue at Lord Nehelem's Estate back in Grim.

"So, I take it then that whoever is controlling the Warfleet at the current time, will have had Scarlett taken to one of the three coastal districts nearest Tinsdal. And, if my geography hasn't gone rusty, then they would be Aga, Isuan, and E'na correct?" He then asked the group as a whole.

 

[FinalDream]

Isabella/Katelyn Verneer - The Temple of the Wind - Tinsdal

The smile on Isabella?s face retreated. With the shadows of the room playing across the features of her face making the look all the more haunting. ?We?? She lost the words to speak. ?Lost track of Scarlett along the coast. She could be in the hands of the Warfleet. Yes. There will be time for that later??

Isabella turned to the Vessel. ?When the Warfleet lands we will have use for a healer across the districts but until then you must recuse your friend. Kate, take them, and see to it that this, Telnor, is freed.?

?Yes Mother.? Katelyn replied. She turned around and faced the exit. The thought of Scarlett on the Warfleet had caused a worried expression to sink into her face. ?Come. There is no time to loose.?

 

[FinalDream]

Isabella Verneer - The Temple of the Wind - Tinsdal

She lead the group in silence from the base and out into the bright light of the streets of Tinsdal. Immediately it felt colder. Walking out from the courtyard they found Lorel and friends walking the street, apparently they had been looking for them. After a few stops the team arrived at the prison just as dusk had fallen, a fierce orange glow burnt across the sky as the veil of night dropped. The prison looked imposing in the failing light and the gate had been shut. Guards patrolled everywhere.

?So, any ideas?? Kate remarked with a sigh.

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Along Prison (Outside) - Tinsdal

The group, now including Lorel, Velen and Itsuka, had arrived outside the prison in the early hours of late afternoon; as an orange glow cut across the slowly rising evening sky. It would look imposing to many in such low light, with the gate tightly shut. They could guardsmen patrolling the area. Vergil took the time to scan their surroundings, already making a plan of action.

Their appeared to be a balcony on one of the upper levels, with minimal light coming in from the room it was connected to, and also not a lot of noise, that would make for an easy insertion; if he wasn't spotted climbing up in the process. He figured that there would be a simple means to get done to the ground floor and the gate itself. All it would require then was to pick the lock.

"So, any ideas?" Kate remarked with a sigh.

"Well Katelyn. I'll find myself a quiet spot nearby, and use my grappling hook to climb on up to the balcony. Once inside the prison itself; I can work my way down to the gate and open it to let the rest of you in. How does that sound to everyone?" He asked quietly to the group.

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Along Prison (Outside) - Tinsdal

Vergil smiled as the Vessel made her comment about his 'big toy', but also about her agreeing with the plan for the most part. She then said what here suggestion was going to be. He thought on it for a moment before giving his own opinion.

"Its a good idea Vessel, I hadn't thought about using their name as a means to procure their escape. Unfortunately, they'll no doubt want some kind of evidence to make it official. But, I don't have a means to contact them as of yet, nor do we have the time to do so. Of course, I almost forgot that people are out for your blood. Come to think of it, might be a good idea if I fly solo for this one, less chance of being spotted, no offence to you all." He gave one last look at the prison before turning to the group.

"Wish me luck." He said with a smile as he walked towards a quiet area.

Kristina Kerrigan - Along The Streets (Ice Castle) -

By the time that they had reached the Ice Castle, it was in the early hours of late afternoon, and the dark orange glow of the sun reflected beautifully off of the ice crystal walls of the castle. The group had assembled, prompting Kristina to begin.

"Here we have the Ice Castle ladies and gentlemen, one of the main areas for the politics of the North Section. This ten story building originally had a completely different purpose; that it was built as a place for Ice Mages to teach Ice Magic. It was originally built back in 5745, before it was re-purposed, and in some cases modified to its current function in 5780.

The building is large enough to be seen anywhere in the district and has two layers of walls around for high security, but visits to the castle and tours are allowed; so should you feel interested in learning more than on this tour, then option is there." She looked around and saw that they were listening to hear patiently, but also she was somewhat enjoying this; not what she was originally sent for, but it was fun for the most part.

"Usually they will convene every year on December 20[sup]th[/sup] to discuss the various issues and laws. But should something more serious happen or a very important piece of business come up, they will meet here also. Any questions?"

 

[FinalDream]

Katelyn Verneer - Prison - Tinsdal

Katelyn raised an eyebrow at Vergil?s decision to take on the job alone, he was suited for it of course, but she had not expected him to be so ready.

?Good luck Vergil.?

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Along The Streets - Prison (Outside/Balcony/Inside)

"Thanks Katelyn." Vergil said quietly to himself as he scanned the roof edge to find a stable footing for his grappling hook. He soon found a spot and threw it up, two of the hooks claws latching on with a strong grip. With a firm hand on the rope he began to climb to the roof, making careful movements to ensure that he wasn't heard. Upon clambering up to the roof, Vergil pulled the grappling hook up and reattached it to his waist. He then quietly dropped down to a nearby balcony.

Pressing his back against the wall, Vergil could hear the conversation that was going on inside.

"Hey, did you hear that the red haired drunk we pulled from The Whole Hog the other day finally shut up."

"Really, don't pay much attention to what happens on the ground floor."

"So, your being held on the ground floor Telnor. Hold tight friend, help is on its way." Vergil quietly stepped into the room as the guards were still talking. He quickly knocked out the first one, then subdued the second; dragging their bodies over to the nearby beds. Rifling through their pockets, he found a set of keys.

"Jackpot." Vergil said with a slight chuckle as he walked out of the room, locking it behind him. He then descended into the main prison complex.

 

[CrazyBlaze]

Telnor- Tinsdal Prison

Telnor paced impatiently around his small cell. He had been stuck in one cell for too long and he was tired of being stuck in this one. He had been able to escape his mental prison. How much harder could it be to break out of this one. A plan became to form in his mind.

Sitting against his bed he wait until the guards brought his next meal. Using the spoon that came with the gruel, Telnor touched his uvula. Throwing up he made even more gagging noises to make it sound even worse. Telnor looked up as he heard a key in the lock and backed away from the door, doubled over. Telnor looked up as the guards entered the room, the first one with his sword drawn in case of any trouble.

Telnor ran at the guard and barreled into him, knocking him back into the second guard. Telnor continued to push the two guards out of the cell and into the hallway. Once they were out, Telnor grabbed the first guard's sword arm and shook it vigorously. The guard's dazed state combined with his inexperience at holding a sword allowed Telnor to take it from his grasp.

Telnor grabbed the sword by its hilt as it fell point first, brought it up and pushed the sword against the guard's neck so tightly that it drew blood. It was so close that if the other guard tried to push his way free, trapped between the wall and the first guard he would push the first's guards neck right into the blade.

"I'm checking out of here," Telnor said adjusting his grip on the sword, "Its been swell going through all this but I'm done. I have places to be and goals to accomplish. So to that affect you are going to tell me where my stuff is stored."

The guard's eyes were wide with fear and his pants wet with it, "Its a separate building by the south wall. All prisoner's stuff is stored there until they are released," he squeaked.

Telnor gave the guard a large friendly smile, "Thanks for the info." He brought the sword and the guard let a sigh of relief before Telnor smashed his head in with the pommel. Before the guard had hit the ground Telnor came around with a punch the temple of the second guard's head also rendering him useless.

Telnor turned on his feet and ran towards the stairs, skidding to a stop as he saw a similar face.

"Heyo Vergil. I just knew you couldn't resist my adorable face."

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Along The Streets - Prison (Inside)

"Heyo Vergil. I just knew you couldn't resist my adorable face." A familiar voice said as he arrived at the stairs, turning around he saw it was Telnor; the comment caused Vergil to chuckle slightly.

"Or rather words to that effect. Listen Telnor, sorry for not breaking you out sooner; things have been getting rather hectic lately, in more ways than one. A lot of serious business has gone down, and we'll need your help to resolve it. Don't worry, when we have time, I'll try and fill you in on the details." Vergil then looked around the area in which they were currently in. The corridor in which Telnor appeared from, was lined with prison cells, several being filled, but their occupants were asleep, or worse than that. Two other corridors lead into the small chamber they were in.

He noticed that Telnor was wielding a rather sub-par sword, a few cracks had formed along the blade itself, and the detailing was faded in places. Suffice to say it needed to be replaced.

"You know, that sword is rather insufficient. How about we reclaim the one you carried before your incarceration. Any ideas as to where it might be?"

 

[CrazyBlaze]

Telnor- Tinsdal Prison.

"You know, that sword is rather insufficient. How about we reclaim the one you carried before your incarceration. Any ideas as to where it might be?"

Telnor looked over the sword. "Yeah the way I see it they had these pieces of garbage mass produced for the guards to carry around as show for the inmates. I mean the guard didn't even know how to hold it right." Telnor twirled the sword around a few times. "At any rate all my stuff should be in the building on the south wall." Telnor walked past Vergil. "Though I do suggest that we get out of this building first. The two guards that were nice enough to have a nap to let me escape could wake up any minute and alert the others. Or they may be discovered napping on the job. Bad thing that. Napping on the job. Especially when you're a guard. With the whole having to be alert thing would be useful. So shall we get going then?"

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Tinsdal Prison - Tinsdal

"...So shall we get going then?" Telnor asked after stating his complaints about the sword and saying that the pair of them shouldn't linger around here too long.

"Indeed we should, fortunately, I was able to acquire some keys from a couple of guards I knocked out; and should all go according to a plan I'm effectively making up on the spot, we might just be able to get out of this without raising and alarm. In any case, lead the way Telnor; after all you've been here longer than I have." Vergil remarked with a smirk on his face.

 

[CrazyBlaze]

Telnor -Tinsdal Prison

"You so funny Virgil. I think you missed your calling as a comedian. I suggest we go up the stairs," Telnor led the two of them up the stairs where they came to an intersection. "Lets go right," Telnor turned and pushed open two big doors that led into a large room with many guard occupied benches all who turned to look at the opening of the doors. Telnor stood there for a second, obviously a prisoner by his plain grey prison clothes and carrying a guard's sword with blood on it.

"Sorry about that. Got lost looking for the bathrooms. You all have a good day now," Telnor grinned as he slowly shut the doors before turning to face Vergil. "I suggest we run. Very fast." Telnor took off down the hallway and ran down one of the other corridors.

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Tinsdal Prison - Tinsdal

"I suggest we run. Very fast." Telnor said with a look of sheer panic as he bumbled his way into a room full of guards. He then took off like lightning and headed down another corridor. Vergil had a look of disbelief on his face, as he gave a disapproving sigh.

"How can anyone be so quick to do... well that. Idiot. Well, so much for doing things quietly I suppose." Vergil thought to himself with a tone of both anger and a annoyance at his red headed friend. He soon caught up with him.

"Right, lets just get your equipment, and get out of here. And lets try to do things quietly this time."

 

[Korten12]

? Tinsdal Prison ? Tinsdal.

Lorel kept quiet, as did Itsuka but then Velen spoke out. ?You know? I am all for getting Telnor out, but if they kill the Guards? Then that?s murder and I doubt the Dean with pardon killing of Guards.? He spoke to Katelyn.

Lorel had to admit he was right, even if they do need Telnor, murder is still murder and the odds of no one finding out was nearly zero percent. ?Not exactly the best way to repay him giving us support.? The mage spoke.

Losia Ion ? Steel Hearts Base ? He?val.

She wasn?t fond of the Steel Hearts Base, it lacked style and was dull to look at with its large stone walls. But she digressed, it wasn?t meant to be a stunning base. Losia looked the window she was perched up on with her back against the wall and legs leaning inside the room. The snow was falling quickly over the mountainous district and she could see the lights through the snow down below in the streets and the sounds of the mines echoed through the area.

It was almost calming in a weird way. Just as her eyes began to daze she was awoken to the sound of knocking on the wooden door. ?Come in,? she loudly spoke at the door?s direction and it opened it and entered in a person whom she hadn?t seen before. She was younger, maybe in her teen?s and was wearing what appeared to be a sort of maid uniform but with a distinctive Steel Heart style that made it look like partial armor. Her hair was short brown that had a crude cut at her neck, appearing that someone who didn?t know how to cut hair did it. Lastly she was pale, very pale which made her orange eyes stand out.

?Miss Ion,? the girl spoke. ?I am Nana Gavech, I just arrived here and I will be assisting you around premise.?

Losia looked at the girl. ?Gavech? I remember that name? Upper District, right??

She nodded her head. ?Yes? I was a student at the Magic Academy, in fact your brother Lorel, was my classmate.?

Her eyes opened wide. ?Lorel? Have you seen him? How is he doing??

Nana shook her head. ?Sorry, I haven?t seen him since the day he was forced out. I am still new to all of this...?

Losia stood up and nodded, she looked like she was almost scared. ?Well are you at least alright? To go from the Magic Academy to here, is quite a big change.?

?It is. But I am doing alright, I now know the truth of Upper, I am no longer blinded by ignorance.?

The white haired woman smiled at that.

Amelia Foel ? Upper District

This was bad, the Plan was out and that was a frightening idea to toy with. All of their plans could potentially be down the drain and that would be a finisher. ?The only way to stop them,? She spoke to herself as she paced back and forth. ?Is to kill them before they can do anything.?

She stopped. ?It?s time to get the Nobles? To finally strike against He?val.?

 

[CrazyBlaze]

Telnor- Tinsdal Prison

"You make it sound like its my fault. I mean I've never seen outside my cell. Its not like I knew where they eat. Anyways you must of come through a door in here. Me I was unconcious when thru dragged me in. So I don't remember. Its all kind of hazy. At any rate we have elimanted half of our options as where to go. So I vote we continue this way," Telnor rambled as they made their way down another corrider. Finally they reached another set of doors which opened to the outside. Telnor knocked the two guards standing at the doors in the head with the pommel of his sword, knocking them out. Looking up in the sky he took notice of the where the obital object was and headed south as fast as he could. Running he came upon a large building marked possions. Trying the door ue was discouraged to find it locked.

"Hey Vergil. You being a master their and all think you could unlock this door?"

 

[FinalDream]

Katelyn Verneer - Prison - Tinsdal

Katelyn turned to Lorel and regarded him for a moment. ?He won?t? Vergil I mean. I don?t know this Telnor.? She returned her gaze to the wall of the prison and folded her arms out of impatience. ?No. Maybe not.?

She hoped things would go well, but life had one hell of a sense of humour at all the wrong times.

 

[Evrant-Knight]

Tinsdal Prison - Tinsdal

"Hey Vergil. You being a master thief and all, think you could unlock this door?" Telnor asked after trying to open the door with furiosity. Vergil calmly walked up to the door, then searched for his lock picking set; finding it within his coat. After examining the lock, he picked a key with triangular teeth, inserting it into the lock, then using the secondary tool that allowed him to open locks. Vergil knelt down so he could get a better look at the lock itself.

He began twisting the two items in the lock, every so often a click could be heard as the lock began to release. In a few short moments, the lock gave way, pushing the door slightly open. Vergil then stood up and pushed the door wider, and looked at Telnor.

"There you go. Listen, sorry for blaming you about our current situation, guess part of me wanted to do things quietly." Vergil remarked with a sincere look upon his face as he entered the room. He began checking the room over to see if there was anything they could use, but also for Telnor's missing equipment.