The City: One Year Later (Dark Fantasy Epic) (Open, Started) (Interest thread for applications!)

[The Zango]

They were all gathered here, each member and affiliate of the Green band, each person with authority that cared about the future of their city, their home. All were sat at a large oak table in a dimly lit warehouse, much like the meeting many had attended previously in the week past, only their was an air of nervous apprehension hanging over them all now, despite their larger numbers, there was a chill in the air, they all felt it.

Sat at the head of the large table was Acelle, hood and mask both down, revealing her beautiful, yet coldly confident face to her compatriots. On the left side of the table sat the Green band Captains, each man, including Korad and Jinso had command of a about a dozen men. The level to which these men were trained varied, but the one thing they all had in common was that they were all loyal, die-hard believers in their cause and its goals. Opposite them sat the guests and affiliates of the Green band, including Natel, flanked by a new thug she had hired for security, Acelle's old accomplice and master Assassin Jaq, the mage hunters representative and finally a small, ratty looking man.

It had taken much secrecy and planning to prepare this meeting, but the decisions made here would translate into evens that would shape the face of the city, Acelle knew it, she could feel it.

"Thank you all for coming, whether you are true believers in the cause, or if our interests merely align, it matters now, all of us have a part to play soon and we will soon be struggling together for a common victory"

Acelle paused for a moment after she spoke, taking time to look at each of the people gathered here at her table. It was true, they each had a part to play and a role to perform, and they would all be relying on each other when the going got tough.

"Based on intel provided to us by our newest partner Natel, we have received details of a public execution Fischer shall be staging in the main market square and, more importantly, we have discovered that the 'guest-list' holds some very interesting names. Firstly, we have Fischer himself, he will be torturing and executing the prisoners himself and this will be a perfect opportunity to put an end to his sadistic little life once and for all"

A few cheers were heard from the Green band captains.

"Next on the guest list in Malign, Fischers keeper from the council and a man that I believe the Mage hunters would be very interested in meeting, the Band believes it can help you in that respect. Finally, last but not least, we have discovered that Curtis will be among those for the scaffold.

We. Shall. Get. Him. Out." announced Acelle slowly, her even voice, pronouncing every word slowly and surely, as if she was afraid her companions might miss it if she rushed by them.

"Now the plan, we have loaded the sewers and a few of the surrounding buildings that just so happen to be next to the Uppers impromptu barracks' with gunpowder and when the signal is given, said Gunpowder will be detonated by Captain Wills and her men"

"Understood Acelle" sharply declared a pointy looking woman as she shot to her feet and pounded her chainmail protected chest with a gauntleted fist twice, before resuming her seat.

"Pintius, take your men and station them ontop of the buildings surrounding the scaffold, when the gunpowder detonates, you and your men are to provide a hail of arrows to cover us. Korad you and your men shall be disguised as members of the audience, when it starts, you will be the first ones in the fray, along with myself and Jaq. Jinso and the Mage hunters, you shall storm the square with your men from the east and south entrances to the square.

Make no mistake people, this is going to get bloody, but we will prevail and when we come out of the other side, we will have so much to show for it. Let the power of our wills and the strength of our backs be our weapons in this battle. Gentlemen, Ladies

To victory!"

"To victory!"

 

[ServebotFrank]

(Kain, Gates)


Within the days that followed during the flight from Ferela Kain and Marco managed to procure some fancy clothes to replace their prison garb, along with some swords and knives. Marco remained silent most of the time and spent whatever time they spent stopping practicing swordplay with one hand. Kain spent break stops stealing food and kiel from houses. In fact Kain would suddenly vanish while the group was traveling and come back with his pockets full of the items he stole. He refrained from doing this in the Lower Districts however and gave away half of what he stole to those districts.

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At the Guardian Gates Kain wasn't too worried about the road, even if he never had hiked before. "Ready as we could be Itsuka, Though I could wonder about the queerness of the people here." Kain replied. Marco speculated for a time on a question for Itsukan "Itsuka doesn't the South hate mages? Would going down there really be wise for you three?" Even though it wasn't safer staying where they were, Marco had to wonder if going South would truly be a better option for the three.

 

[Korten12]

Malina---

?Well me myself, am not a Mage, only Itsuka and Lorel are. But the Forest District is safe. Despite it being in the South it is Mage ruled. A peaceful clan live there, the land it is on is sacred. Hence only place left in the whole City with a real forest.? Malina explained.

Malina led the group, as she had already told them the plan of what they would do at the gate. Lorel was still unconscious, and on her shoulder. Itsuka had been studying the marks, but wasn?t willing to explain. When they arrived at the gate, the guards stopped them.

They wore light leather armor, with various colors, and a feather on their bandanas. On the bandana?s where various blue markings, from the Ancient Civilization. In one hand, they both held long spears that the blades almost reached to their handle.

?Stop you five, what is your business.? Asked the guard.

Malina answered. ?We?re escaping from Upper?s grasp and going to the South.?

?Seven Hundred Keil.?

Itsuka eyes widen. ?Seven Hundred Keil, what a rip off-?

?Itsuka, don?t worry. Here you go.? Malina handed them the money. Being a Noble, she took a bit of money before leaving. Seven Hundred was little compared to a Noble?s wealth. She would have gotten a Noble?s Note for a free pass, but that could be tracked. The guards moved off, and began to prepare to open the gate.

When they noticed a small caravan group was also going to get passaged. Another guard came over. ?You will be guided by one of our Elite Groups. We?re shorthanded, usually we would have a normal guide, and with the recent uprising in bandits. You will need all the help we can get. You will be traveling with this small caravan.?
Malina shrugged. ?Fair enough.?

The guards met up and the gate began to open, creating a large echoing sounds. The caravan and the group passed through the Gate which immediately began to close behind them. Through a small stone house, the Elite group came out. Compared to the guards they wore heavier armor, but still colorful. The group leader stood in front, she had face paint, a large red line covering her eyes outlined in black, going from ear to ear.

?My name is Nashia. I am going to explain some rules. One, stick together, don?t slow down or stop for any reason. Two, if you think you see anything.anything. Please report it. Three, if we?re in combat, do what we say. I will warn you, this trip, which will take two days, is harsh. Now let?s go.?

The groups began to move out. As they moved, one of the caravan?s people went over to Malina. ?What happened to him?? Asked a short skinny man, wrapped in various garments.

?We don?t know, exactly. He is breathing, but he is, in a coma like state. We?re getting help for him in the South.?

?Huh? Forest District? Seems logical based on that.?

?Correct.?

?Well my name is Jim, nice to meet you.? The man put out his hand towards her.

Malina took hold of his hand and shook it. ?Malina, a pleasure.?

Lorel---

Lorel?s vision began to restore, he couldn?t feel the ground, and he was being dragged over someone?s shoulder. ?What? Where am I..??

Suddenly he noticed where he was, it was outside, and the gates to Middle District were looming. Snow was falling harder and quicker now. ?Let? Me? Go??

When they arrived at the game, many were watching. With a hard throw, the man launched Lorel through the gate, falling into a patch of snow. The man in black stood, it was he who had thrown him. He who had killed his family. Now he pulled out a piece of paper.

?Lorel Ion, former son of Hongi and Kina Ion, Former Eighth Noble. Is hereby, banished from Upper District, for the crimes of the Ion family against Upper district.?

Lorel couldn?t believe what he was hearing. ?Now get lost.? The man spoke finishing.

 

[ServebotFrank]

(Kain, Ferela)

Kain and Marco were anxious to start leaving and when their guides finally began to lead them through the trail, the duo started up the trail with almost inexhaustible energy. Most of the people traveling with the caravan kept their distance from Kain and Marco but had no apparent qualms about talking with the others. Marco attributed this due to the more intimidating look of them. Men, battle worn, and Upper Class clothes (that they stole) were probably decent reasons for ones not to hurry and make friends with them.

It was no concern of Marco nor Kain's though. They took more aware of their surroundings. Any sort of noticeable sign of bandits were on their mind. It certainly passed the time quicker then concentrating on the trail during times when they could spare to break their attention.

 

[Korten12]

Malina---

Itsuka looked over at the caravan, a golden huge box was on top, and it shined in the sun?s ray.

What is in that box? I sense, magic..?

For the most part, the Caravan group kept to themselves, aside from Jim, they were quiet, and seemed more on edge then any of the people.

?Did I just see??? Malina whispered to herself.

Then again, something in the corner of her eye, something behind the large rock ahead. Bandits most likely. Malina ran up to Nashia. ?I believe I saw something up ahead, behind that rock.? She pointed.

?Is that so,? Nashia put up her hand and everyone stopped. She put her hand on one of her fellow Elite, and as she moved, the guard fallowed. Both pulled out sword and shield and ran over to the rock. Just as they got behind it, a man ran at them with a spear, but Nashia parried it and knocked the man over. Suddenly all around they heard yelling and on the higher ground around them, Bandits began to run out. Malina set Lorel down, against a rock and got ready to fight, as did the rest. The Caravan weren?t fighters and so the Elite Guards surrounded them. Itsuka began to cast protective spells around them.

Malina ran up to a bandit and did an uppercut punch, then with her other hand, cut the man with her sharp nails. She was a bit uneasy about killing, but she knew there was no other way, the City is bloody, and no one is clean. So she sucks it up and fights.

Itsuka, used her Red magic, and sucked the life force of two nearby bandits and took it herself. While it was something she didn?t like, the feeling of new, afterwards was a bit of an addiction, one she hopes to contain. To block off more bandits, she used her new found magic and created large roots from the ground and brought it up creating a wall. The roots were so strong they broke through the stone ground.

Nashia and her guard went back to the group and began to slice down any bandits, suddenly feeling a piercing through her arm, an arrow. She ripped it out and brought up her shield. Luckily the armor allowed the arrow to only pierce a bit into her skin.

Lorel---

?Just leave..? I don?t understand!? Screamed Lorel at the man. Without a response, the man slammed his feet to the ground and the ground near Lorel shook, and then erupted upwards sending Lorel flying further. By this time he got the message, but was still confused as to why he was kicked out.

?Your family,? The man started. ?Betrayed Upper, they were working with a resistance, which is why! You should be happy we didn?t just kill you!?

 

[ServebotFrank]

(Kain, Trail)

Kain drew his sword when the guard noticed the presence of bandits. Marco awkwardly did the same and tensely waited for the fight to begin. When the fight began Kain and Marco quickly found themselves surrounded. For once I'm glad I was in prison, last year I could never fight like I can now A group of five bandits charged them, Kain charged as well. Sliced the stomach upon two bandits and threw a knife at distant enemy. Marco dueled two bandits at once behind Kain. His practice paid off and he parried the bandit's attacks easily. The two wised up and attacked at the same time but Marco rolled in between them and took a good swipe at one's legs and stabbed the other in the chest from behind.

Looking up Kain noticed the numerous bandits shooting arrows down below. One barely missed Kain's ear and he heard the wind whooshing past it. "Marco!" Kain began yelling, "Cover me I'm gonna try and hit them!" Marco nodded as he dealt with another bandit and Kain began aiming his knives at the bandits, taking priority at the archers. Marco killed any bandit that came too close.

 

[Korten12]

Lorel---

?No ? wait!? Suddenly everything around him began to fade into whiteness. Lorel found himself in control again, but not in real life, no he was still in his dream. Looking around, there was nothing, but whiteness, and he appeared to be the only one.

?You?re finally here,? He heard a voice behind him. Turning around, he saw a shadow of a person in the distance. No body, just a shadow. ?I believe it is time.?

The shadow began to run towards him, and Lorel himself began to run away. But the shadow was faster than him.

?I got to get away?? Lorel yelled.

?Why run? It?s only? Me?? The shadow made it to him and aligned with him. It was his shadow, suddenly his vision went black.

Malina---

They continued to fight; the bandits though were starting to become overwhelming in numbers. ?We need to push them back!? Yelled Nashia.

Malina turned to look to see if anyone had attacked Lorel but as she did noticed a bandit lurking up on him. She killed the bandit in front of her, and ran towards them.

?No!?

Lorel---

Lorel?s body suddenly rose, to stand on two feet but his body was still.

I have no control, I can see but what?

His eyes opened up, nothing but red, and blood began to rush from their corners. The bandit got to him before Malina. ?I got you-!? Bringing up his blade to slice Lorel?s head.

But before he could do that, Lorel in a blur brought up his hands and slapped them onto the sides of the man?s head. The bandit?s head suddenly began to shake and then erupted into a shower of blood. Another bandit rushed at him, but Lorel pointed at the man and suddenly the blood from the dead man flew at the bandit, so fast, cutting him into pieces. Then clapped his hands together and rose the blood up, and sliced up all nearby bandits.

It was a blood bath, everyone was stained. The bandits seeing this magic, began to retreat. Lorel simply fell back over, his eyes closed. Still in a pool of blood.

 

[The Zango]

Fischer

Today would be a grand day indeed and it would mark a turning point for this grotty little market district, as today was the day Fischer would display the strength and ruthlessness of the Upper district that would instill the commons with a whole new level of fear and respect. Today, Fischer would personally execute fifteen dissidents before torturing a confession out of the so far resilient Curtis.

Nothing could stand in his way today and nothing would dare stand in his way in the future.

Times were changing

 

[DragonofDecay86]

Damien let out another puff of smoke that formed itself into the shape of a dragon and drifted away on the wind rolling over the waves below. It was cloudy, and the sun hadn't been seen since their departure from the Northern Mountains. The other soldiers were huddled below deck, placing bets on games of chance, but Damien refused to play those games anymore. There was now a lot riding on him, and a lot on his mind that he feared he wouldn't be able to deal with it all. He was in charge of at least 100 men, all ready and willing to die for him and his cause that he wasn't even sure of. Damien knew that casualties weren't avoidable, especially in their coming assault of the south but he wished above all else that they would be at a minimum. He exhaled again, pulling the cigar away form his mouth and forcing the smoke into the shape of a horse running up off into the sky before disappearing amongst the clouds above. A cheer from below brought Damien from his thoughts.

"Only a few days left before we reach the south and my men are acting as if nothing is about to happen. Then again I suppose that can be a good thing in their case, especially if I'm leading them to their deaths..." Damien said, looking out ahead of the ship and sighing.

Only a few more days...

 

[ServebotFrank]

(Kain, Trail)

"Holy shit!" Marco exclaimed after Lorel slaughtered the bandits. Kain didn't notice the commotion until the blood splattered his back and the bandits on the high ground retreated from the battle. "Huh?" Kain muttered as he felt his back and felt the blood on his back. "Aw man I just got this jacket..." Kain trailed off during his remark when he noticed that Lorel caused the massacre.

"He caused that?" Kain whispered to Marco. "Yes," Marco quietly responded, "We're not going to talk about. This never happened, deal?" Marco expression was grave and serious as he stared Kain down. "Yes, this never happened. Marco."

 

[Korten12]

Malina---

Malina and Itsuka looked at each other.

What the fuck, just happened?

Nashia ran over to them. ?What happened? What was that magic??

Itsuka ran over to Lorel and noticed the markings began to recede. ?I believe it?s his special magic. Velen told me of some sort of crazy magic he has. Guess Lorel didn?t know he had that magic himself. In fact, I would go so far as to say he is the first ever, Blood Mage in recorded history.?

?Velen a friend?? asked Nashia.

?Yes.?

Nashia began to gather the guards and everyone. ?Well it doesn?t matter now, the bandits are gone and after that stunt, I don?t believe they will attack again. So let?s get moving.?
Malina went over to Lorel and picked him up; Itsuka used magic to wipe off the blood, again. As they moved Malina got closer to Itsuka. ?So you did know what it was? I saw you looking at those markings.?

?Yes, I did. Did I know it was Blood Magic? No, I did not. Our friend, Velen, was very specific at that. Then again, Special Magic is something you learn from use, you can?t use magic to see what it is like with other elements.?

The caravan kept quiet and looked almost frightened, Malina and Itsuka made sure not to bother them.

Velen---

They never went to the South, Mar and Velen instead went more North, to the district, An?ar. Which supposedly, Mar had something going on there. He didn?t talk much during the three days, so Velen was in the dark about what had happened to him in recent times. When they arrived, Velen noticed it was more secure than other districts, with strong guards at every corner, and various patrols.

?Mar, so what is all of this? You haven?t explained anything. You said I would know when we got closer, but I am still clueless. What?s in An?ar??

?Velen, Velen, Velen? I thought it would be obvious. With all of those little deeds we did on the way. We?re forming a faction, The New Order.?

Velen went in front of Mar and stopped him. ?So? What does this have to do with Lorel, and Itsuka, and my other friends? I don?t even know if they?re alive.?

?Oh they?re. A messenger told me they?re heading to the South. Forest District. They should be crossing the Guardian?s Path right about now.?

Velen sighed in relief. It was good to hear that. ?So, what will The New Order, help with??
?Two things, one, stopping the Upper?s advancement, and two, securing a way for Lorel to the North. I think it?s time he has learned some things.?

?Then why not stop him? Get the messenger to get them to stop and come here.?

Mar put his hand on Velen?s shoulder. ?Because, there are two Steel Heart members, he will be picking up in the South. Who are currently waiting for him.?

Velen was surprised, this was very well coordinated. ?Will they be useful??

?Oh very. You have heard of the Dyane Twins, haven?t you??


?The Dyane Twins? No, never.?

Mar laughed. ?You are much uniformed for a former member of the Nu?ve. I will explain. The Dyane Twins are a unique bunch. Normally Special Magic is unique to every individual who has it. But not for these two, rather, the Special Magic is split, for them, together they make one. Their Special Magic has been very valuable to everyone. You will see their ability when you meet them.?

?Hm, I will see then.?

?Oh and yes, on the topic of Special Magic, I know Lorel has one. My messenger reported that red markings where over his body.?

Velen?s eyes widened. ?What!??

 

[ServebotFrank]

(Kain, Trail)

Kain was dumbfounded after over hearing the conversation. "A blood mage? What else do we need to know?" Kain whispered to Marco from a short distance. "No point in talking about it any further. Now I would prefer we keep moving. The sooner we get down South the better off we'll be." Marco responded. Kain sighed, "Alright then." What is he? Is there any point in worrying now? We'll won't see them again after all this is done. Kain thought to himself.

 

[Korten12]

Malina---

As they traveled, the bandits didn?t bother them and they were able to sleep without one eye open. The caravan stayed away from Malina and the rest. It was easy to see why from the whole incident with Lorel. Over the days, the markings went closer and closer away, and Lorel showed signs of waking up from his coma like state. Though nothing yet.

They arrived at the gate to the South two days after the incident and they were quickly let go. Nashia kept a close eye on them as they left.

?Forest District is two districts to the East, luckily the districts are small and won?t take much time to traverse. We can be there by tomorrow morning.? Malina spoke to the group with Lorel still over her shoulder. They got many weird glances as it was weird for girl, much skinner to be carrying a boy, who was larger than her.

They began to head in the direction when they saw the caravan going the same way. ?Hm... Weird, going the same way.? Itsuka commented.

?Well let?s go, faster we go now, the faster we can rest safely.?

Later that day, they arrived in the District, O?la, which while small was very detailed in culture. For a Southern District, it was Upper Class. In there, they saw many people who looked the caravan people, with many garments all over them, almost like rags.

It was near a large building the caravan stopped and the District people surrounded them and helped them get the Golden Box. Quickly they brought it inside.

?Hey, Itsuka, you also notice the weird glances that scream: ?get out??? Malina whispered.

?Yes, I believe we should hurry.?

One Hour Later ? Inside a large building.

?Ah ? Jim! Bless you for getting the Materials here for us. We would be lost had the box been lost.? A man in a large white robe spoke to Jim as he entered an office.

?Then, I assume the preparations are complete? I have been waiting a long ten years, for this. I can?t wait anymore.?

?Yes! Let us go!?

Together they went through a back door and down many stair cases until they were far underground. At the bottom they entered a large stone room, with many glowing symbols on the walls. Around were the materials, various ancient objects, and even things such as water, and flower. They were scattered around on six pedestals surrounding the large symbol on the ground in the center of the room.

Many men and women sat in white robes, around them all, chanting.

?Everyone, it is finally time! Bring out the girl. We shall start now.?

Jim and the Head Man went over to two large seats on higher ground so that they could view everything. Across from them, large doors opened and a girl wondered out. The chanting got faster and harsher sounding. Suddenly two men came from behind the girl and ripped off her robes, so that she stood bare naked, with a knife in her hand.

She walked into the center of the room, with eyes of tears. With no way out, she had to do what they told her to. The Head Man yelled.

?Do it now!?

The girl hearing the yell, took the knife and stabbed right between her breasts, blood flew out and she fell over, bleeding to death. Around them, the glow of the center symbol grew, the various materials began to glow and float, spinning around the room, getting closer with every rotation. A mist formed around the room, and the girl was now completely hidden from sight.

When the materials clashed, they fell to the ground as a single entity, on to the spot where the girl was. Suddenly a glowing form began to be created, and as the seconds went by, a humanoid shape. Eventually a shock wave went across the room, and the chanting stopped. The mist began to fade.

The Head Man and Jim stood up from their seats to see. Another woman in nude, a more elegant and beautiful one formed from the glow.

A smirk went over the Head Man?s face. ?We have done it!? He looked at everyone.

?We, have resurrected the goddess Osaia!?

Spoiler

 

[Korten12]

*ignore my post got nomed*

 

[DragonofDecay86]

Damien sat on a warhorse issued to him by the riders on the ship, with a few minor changes to the horses armor by Damien. The other riders sat on their horses, all of them seemed nervous, and the tension that ran among the riders was very clear. Each rider wore a set of dark black armor with the seal of the Lost Souls welded onto their chest-piece. Damien wore his new dark black set of armor, that was sinister in appearance and gave even his men chills when he drew near. A large black cloak hung from his shoulders, the fabric as dark as the night sky. Even Damien's horse was sinister in appearance, not as a normal horse could ever be. Damien's horse was as dark as Damien's cloak, with bright red eyes with cat-like slits that unnerved everyone who looked at them.

Mist rolled over the decks and impeded the vision of those on board, but Damien could see that on the other ships the rest of his men waited patiently for the landing and the battle that lay ahead of them.

"Shores up ahead Lord Damien." Cried out a voice on another ship, drawing Damien's attention forward to see the bright shores of the south drawing nearer and nearer as they appraoched land.

Damien readied his horse and waited for the ships to land. Now that it was really happening, Damien couldn't wait for the ensuing battle...

 

[Issurru]

Meet me at the Golden Way Inn, tonight. I have information about a certain someone from your past Rumina kept reading the note over and over again wishing that he could somehow discern anything else from the note or that something else would magically appear to him the more he read it. "Damn it" he muttered under his breath in a rather annoyed tone. I'll find you someday mage, and when I do I'll make sure to repay you all the pain you caused me all those years ago...

"So the Golden Way Inn eh? Wonder why they would want to meet there that's where all the merchants go to drink or to look for people interested in caravan work, usually these people are walking cliche's with the whole dark and secluded back alley. Well I guess there's nothing I can do but wait until nightfall..." Rumina looked up and saw people staring at him Shit I was muttering to myself again wasn't I? Rumina began to blush and scurried away before collapsing from embarrassment.

Spoiler: OoC

I will post the latter part of this post later tonight hopefully as I'm rather tired and haven't been sleeping well as of late. Also trying to work out a few thoughts in my head on how to start things up

 

[Fragrance of Mtn Dew]

There was no doubt in Lionel's mind that this would be one of the least pleasant days for him in recent memory as he went about his usual patrols around the market district. The same people that had always smiled and greeted him now averted their eyes and shied away from him. It had been this way since not long after the tyrannical Commandant Fischer had been given Lionel's post. Today was different though. Today Lionel could almost feel waves of malice coming towards him. A public execution of 15 friends and family members would do that after all.

Despite understanding the people's plight, Lionel was still hurt that they would turn on him so quickly, especially after he had treated them fairly for years. But to them it probably seemed as though he agreed with Fischer. He could not publicly voice his displeasure, that would be treason, and his new superior made it clear that he cared little for the people of this district and would accept nothing less than total obedience from Lionel. His hands were tied regretably.

"I do so loathe executions. Especially when I know the ones being executed do not deserve such a cruel fate." Lionel sighed to himself as he turned down an empty street where he would not be overheard, and continued his scheduled patrol before the execution.

 

[Korten12]

District O?la, Underground Osaian Base---

Osaia looked around the room, her eyes blank, her expression confused. Quickly the Head Man signed for her robes, and two White Robed Grunts ran up to her with an elegant robe and wrapped it around her. She looked up at the Head Man and realized he was in charge.

In a second she vanished and reappeared in front of the Head Man and Jim. She spoke with almost a seductive like voice. ?I assume you?re in charge. Who are you people? Answer now before I kill all of you.?

?Hostile aren?t we,? The Head Man spoke calmly. ?Goddess Osaia, let me explain. We?re the Faction known as, Osaian, named after you of course. We all have dedicated our lives to resurrecting you.?

?What year is it?? Osaia said as if not pleased.

?6268.?

Her face tensed, and she frowned. ?It?s been over six-thousand years! What took you fools so long??

Jim began to shake and so he looked at the Head Man who was still calm.

How can he be so calm, she could easily destroy him!

?Goddess Osaia, I shall explain everything. Come with me to our main building above ground.?
She was still angry but decided to trust them, as she was just revived by them. The Head Man stopped Jim.

?Get the messenger, we need to send word to Emerald.?

Malina---

They continued through O?la, not knowing what had just happened beneath their feet. Due to how far underground it was, no one could detect the huge amount of magic source that had just awoken. They could see the large Trees of Forest District sticking out in the distance.

The streets seemed to be less full as they went, many people seemed to be going towards a tall building in the center. They made sure to avoid it all cost, they needed to get to the Forest District, no detours.

Osaian Base---

Head Man explained everything that had happened in the last six thousand years. They also got her proper clothes that they had prepared. The size was a bit off so she used her magic to make it the perfect size. She noticed it felt weird to use Magic after having come back. Even when she teleported in front of the Head Man earlier.

Word traveled fast, and everyone in town, ran to the center to see the revived Goddess. They got to the top level where there was a balcony that she would stand on to see her loyal followers.

?Go on.? The Head Man spoke, and Osaia went forward outside to meet hundreds of cheers.

She loved, she was being recognized, and unlike she was in God?s Realm. Now that she was alive, she would exact her revenge and told ahold of this world. Osaia would need to play it cool, and not let her followers down, they would be heavily needed.

?Thank you all,? she spoke, ?It is because of you that I am back-?

Suddenly she felt a sense, which she hadn?t felt for many years. It was nearby. ?Followers, I will be right back.?

She turned and went inside. ?Is something wrong?? Asked The Head Man.

?As I said, I will be right back.?

She then vanished.

Malina---

?Almost there,? They could see the Gates now, and the sun was starting to set. ?Huh, I thought it would take a bit longer to get there.?

Itsuka stopped and turned around with a disturbed expression. ?I just felt some Magic. Very powerful Magic.?

Everyone turned but saw nothing. ?You sure? Nothing is there.?

They heard a voice behind them. ?So this is where it is coming from??

Malina turned and saw the person behind them. A women in an elegant robe, and had a very powerful look to her. ?That?s where the Magic is coming from! Who are you?? demanded Itsuka.

?Huh..? Who are you people. Wait I don?t care. Give me that boy on your shoulder, girl.?

Malina turned her head at Lorel. ?No. What the hell? Who are you??

The women simply sighed, slashed her arm across the air, and the group flew, with the exception of Lorel who her magic, made him stay in the same spot. Everyone hit against the nearest building. ?That was easy.? The women spoke. She went over to Lorel and held him up with a hand, as if he was paper.

?I will be taking you.?

Malina stood up, barely able to move after the blow. ?You put? Lorel? down??

?No.? The women spoke bluntly.

?Then I will have to force you-? Malina began to move but felt her ankle being tugged at. She looked down and over at Itsuka.

?No? Her magic? Is above my own? It is unlike any magic I have ever felt before? You? Can?t win??

The women smirked. ?Your friend is right.? Just as she appeared, she vanished into thin air, and no longer could Itsuka sense her.

 

[ServebotFrank]

(Kain, O'la)

Kain and Marco had no problem with the remainder of the trail. Though the Caravan stayed away even more then before it didn't bother them.

-------(The ambush)------------

Kain barely had time to react to ambush of the woman's attack. The wind was knocked out of him and Marco. Kain shook himself after the attack and finally regained concentration after Itsuka stopped Malina from attacking. "Way to try Itsuka!" Kain muttered as his grabbed his sword and charged. "Kain wait, WAIT!" Marco yelled behind him but the warning was needless as the woman vanished before Kain even took two steps. "No, no, no, no, no, no!" Kain yelled when he stopped on the spot where the woman used to be. "Lorel! That goddamn *****!" Kain yelled in frustration. Marco had a slight smile on his face, "Kain just calm down. Look at that crowd of people, what do you think they're gathering around for? I have a pretty good guess. I'll go check it out."

Marco stood up and backtracked to the find the large building everyone in the district were standing around.

 

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Osaia---

Osaia reappeared again on the top level of the building, where the Head Man was pacing back and forward in wait. When she appeared, he stopped and looked at her, seeing the boy in her hand. She took him and placed him on a couch.

The Head Man went over to the couch. ?Who is he??

?I will explain later, I have my followers to attend to,? Elegantly she turned and went back out on the balcony, where her followers were still standing. ?Followers, I have returned. It is wonderful to see you all. With your help, we will take revenge against the Gods, and we shall be the new rulers of this? City.?

?I Goddess Osaia, thank you all. I guaranteed, those who have waited for years, if not decades, will be satisfied, very soon.?

Malina---

Malina helped Itsuka up.

?Kain, you must understand? That magic she used? While it was wind, it wasn?t normal... Even had I tried, the results would have been the same. We need to get to Forest District, recover, and go back for Lorel. When Marco returns, he should have some news for us.?