< A Feast Before Heaven | Ex Pulplogs | If You Wear That Golden Dress >
Shine "Did your friends have any trouble with Deadly Tailor Onizumi?"
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Oh, I think they are still recovering from the fact they finally look fashionable. I'm sure it was a huge shock to them."
Shine smiles and gives a girlish giggle. "Yes, I am certainly not surprised by that! But do, tell me more about these new friends of yours. They don't seem the company you normally keep."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik lounges in a comfortable chair of pure gold, tucking his flaming wings about him like a cloak, letting them flare over the back of the chair with studied abandon. He lifts his hand and inspects his claws, "Oh, they're interesting enough. They seem to be welcoming of Xar`Rex, even given his hmmm quirks. And, being Chosen of the Unconquered Sun, they do* have the potential to become influential across all of Crea
Xethlixocoatlculbialik all of Creation."
Shine nods agreeably "They do have that tendency. And interesting surely applies to those three if it applies to anyone! How did you come across them? Brume does not seem your type of place, Xeth."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Funny story, really. We were simply flying past, admiring the scenery when the we ran into the one called Myrrh - quite literally - using some kind of fascinating glider he'd created. I saved him from certain death, of course, and our relationship rather took off." he giggles a bit. "Oh, I kill me."
Shine giggles along with the Volcano God. "And this business with the Black Vipers? What has happened with it?"
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Well, it's all very dramatic, Shine dear. These Black Viper cultists have actually managed to send one of the floating islands - you know about those, of course dear? - crashing right into the ground. Well, the sea. Quite impressive, really...
Xethlixocoatlculbialik Now they're demanding ransom or they'll do the same to the one Xar's friends live on. They are understandably upset, and I felt it would be good to help them - imagine all the grateful people when we succeed."
Shine "Yes, I've heard of that. My cult is very prominent on Brume after all. But how did you come to be in the South? I heard from the Lions that is where you arrived from."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Oh, we were investigating. These Chosen are quite amusing to watch, really. They never think of the long-term consequences of their action. I think it irks them when I point them out." he chuckles
Shine "That seems to be fairly common amongst mortals!"
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "I can only hope that my wisdom will help to guide them"
Shine "I am sure it will...though if you see Crystal Fountains, you might try guiding her away from that oaf."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik rolls his eyes, "Ugh, yes. Dating near-mortals is so passe. She's so young, though, Shine. I'm sure she'll see sense soon. At least she had the good sense to pick a Fire Aspect though."
Shine "Well, yes, but he's still an oaf. And she shouldn't be assosciating with him."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Weren't you telling me he was discouraging her from seeking personal growth?"
Shine "He was! Trying to keep her down in Creation just so he can have "rights" and be treated like a "person" or some such thing."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Why would she want to be treated like a person*?? She's a GOD!"
Shine "I think HE wanted to be treated like a person, not her. But she seems to LISTEN to these ridiculous arguments of his!"
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Ahh, pish tosh! Well, hopefully they won't procreate. That would be nigh intolerable!"
Shine nods vigorously!
Shine "On to happier topics though, dear. Will your friends make a good show of themselves at the party?"
Shine "You know I'm taking quite a risk, inviting such new comers to a prestigious party with notables like Anum-ihk and The Red Coated Lady.
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Well, they will certainly put on a show of SOME sort. That's pretty much a guarantee. But I have instructed them to be on their best behavior, for what it's worth. If I see anything, I will escort them out early. My reputation is at stake as well, of course!"
Shine nods. "I think the Lady may have some information for you...but knowing her it may be a trial to get it from her. Are there any leads you may have that I could go on when adding guests to the list?"
Xethlixocoatlculbialik recites the demand letter, goes into detail about the proceedings in the temple, and then in the behemoth, and finishes up by saying their main lead was the mysterious underground city in the South
Shine considers.. "Yes, there may be someone I can ask..."
|Sleepeth
Xethlixocoatlculbialik smiles, "You always know all the right people, Shinebright."
Shine "Of course!" She laughs
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Hmmm I really ought to return to my Sanctum before we leave. I have a few things I need to pick up. I have something special for Xar, and I thought I'd pick up a bit of traveling money - you wouldn't believe how expensive it is to travel with these friends of his..." he laughs, "But I forget who I am speaking to! Of course you know. I have been too long among mortals."
Shine nods saddly. "Indeed. Once this is over you should take a good long break from mortals."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "I think I might. I can't tell you how good it is to be back in civilization, with the Deadly Tailor Onizumi to get the sand out of my scales. The scales - they're an interesting sensation, really. And the wings. Quite unique."
Shine "They are quite fashionable. Very Elemental Dragon."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Yes, especially when I show myself. They're a bit pink on Xar, though."
Shine "There are things that can take care of that, you know."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Oh? I might like them a bit more flame-colored. Some lovely oranges, reds and yellows, and black and red ember patterns... oh that would be lovely."
Shine "We'll see what we can do about that."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "I bet you would look fantastic with some ruby wings, you know."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "We could match at the ball."
Shine titters. "Possible, but I would prefer to remain in this form. It has been kind to me for the last few centuries."
Xethlixocoatlculbialik smiles, "But of course, you are so lovely the way you are. I was considering an accessory."
Shine "Well, possibly. But not tonight. I have work to do, after all!"
Shine "Here, now, go see to your friends while I make the last things fall into place perfectly."
Shine smiles and makes shooing motions at Xeth.
Xethlixocoatlculbialik "Oh, don't let me keep you." he rises, and bows gracefully to her. "I'll be in my Sanctum if you need anything dear."
< A Feast Before Heaven | Ex Pulplogs | If You Wear That Golden Dress >
Stryck Wiki