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Darlantan

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"Well, you won't have to worry much longer about the cold," Forlirn replied, blinking. "I can see the entrance from here, so we should arrive in minutes. Hopefully it hasn't collapsed over the years..."
<Hell, I don't even want to imagine there being another organization like the Seekers... but we can't discount it as a possibility... especially since I can't see how else such a thing could have happened to Ventrus... And I agree. To murder innocents just like that... I understand revenge, but that is beyond what I can comprehend.>
<It's hard to explain to one without experience with magic. It's somewhat like a natural ability, like how you know how to move your limbs and breathe, yet it's mental at the same time. It's not unlike a blade in the hand of a skilled swordsman, an extension of oneself and yet separate from oneself. It makes much more sense in practice than when spoken of, though.>
Forlirn landed in the snow near a barely noticeable hole in the earth, almost buried by the snow. He looked back at Matthew, frowning lightly in thought. "It's no major secret that power magics pervade the northern wastes of Elune, but what actually lies here is a great secret. Few if anybody know what is here, and if any do, they do not tell if they manage to return. However, my former clan warned us to never open a portal to Elune, though they did not say why. I take it they meant up here, as that would correspond with what I know of the subject. What I do know is the barrier works differently here. It seems to randomly spike with energy, and when it does, it is not possible to open a way to Elune. I also take it isn't possible to open a way back to Neuva when such a thing happens."
"I wouldn't be surprised if he did, since it is where we lived," Frilarth said, nodding. "We always thought that Glacignes once lived in it, though it must have been long ago, since not even the elder had ever met Glacignes."

04-Feb-2012 01:21:20

NarBloodwolf

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"Interesting. If what you say is true Forlirn then could it be possible that the energy spikes are due to some leak of energy left over from what Soul called the great split or what ever? You would figure that an energy of that magnitude, would linger even though the event was many millenia ago. If that is the case it might explain why you cannot open a portal. As the split is what created the worlds, perhaps the energy also allows for the passage between the two. Also, this is just theory of course, perhaps the reason why there are energy spikes is because this area is the focal point of the split thereby meaning the energy from the event is radiating from this area thereby disrupting travel between worlds." said Rhen. "As I said it is only theory. But I could be far from the truth."

04-Feb-2012 04:51:13

Basileus257

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<I suppose i'd actually prefer it to be some crazy person with a grudge against Ventrus. We can handle one person easily. If it is an entire organization then I doubt we will be able to defeat them. We are having enough trouble dealing with the seekers as it is. It would be even worse if these two organizations were allied...>
<It probably does make more sense seeing it and experiencing it for myself. What you said honestly makes no sense. I guess i'll just have to wait until I start learning magic before any of this makes sense.>
"That's weird. Something must be behind the strange behaviors up here. I cannot think of anywhere else in the worlds that acts like this. Perhaps it is as Rhen says. If the worlds were orginally one and they split here then it is possible that the strange behavior may be due to being close to ground zero of whatever caused the split. Irregardless, let us hope that we never are forced to travel to Elune while we are up here. It sounds very dangerous. I say we only do so if we have no other alternative." Matt said.

“He who has overcome his fears will truly be free.”

¯ Aristotle

“Time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time.”

Marthe Troly-Curtin

04-Feb-2012 17:19:34

Darlantan

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"I really don't know what the cause could be," Forlirn replied, digging a bit of snow out of the way before entering the cave. Caelidorus and Frilarth landed behind him, following. "The fact that the worlds are separate is the reason there even is a barrier. I don't see how the existence of a rift could cause the rift itself to become impassable, but I have no way of knowing. That would be a question better suited for an ancient."
<But what single person would have the resources to turn an entire city against a single dragon? I can't imagine a single person being able to do such a thing... And I can't imagine the Seekers wasting resources at the request of a single person. Perhaps some sort of governing body in the city has something against him... but other than that I can't see a different explanation.>
<It will make more sense then. Hopefully Forlirn or Rhen can teach you, as I do not know how.>
"Well, it would be simple to find out: just shift worlds," Forlirn said with a slightly dark chuckle. "It may be very dangerous, or it might pose no danger at all. The one thing I know is odds are you will never leave if you do. Of course, it's not a certainty, for rumors are not necessarily true."

05-Feb-2012 06:42:01

Basileus257

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<I can only think of one possible group that would have the motive to do such a thing. If the family of one of the slayers that he killed was quite rich or influential then I could see them using their resources as a way to get revenge. I admit that is not likely, but it is the only other thing I can think of.>
"Well perhaps we ought to wait until after we enter the ruins before we think about switching worlds. After all, it is very counter-productive for one of us to get trapped in Elune before we can explore the ruins. Anyway, i'm wondering if anything like this occurs anywhere else in the worlds. I mean, I can't see this only happening in one location. Surely there has to be more places where this occurs." Matt said.
Matt took out his flashlight and got off of Caelidorus's back. He turned the light on and began examining the cave.
"So this is where your clan used to live Forlirn? This place must bring back a lot of memories. Is there anything the rest of us should know about this cave?" Matt asked.

“He who has overcome his fears will truly be free.”

¯ Aristotle

“Time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time.”

Marthe Troly-Curtin

05-Feb-2012 17:51:52 - Last edited on 05-Feb-2012 18:34:13 by Basileus257

NarBloodwolf

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After Forlirn entered the cave Rhen slid down his back and landed on the ground and began to brush the ice and snow from his clothing.
"It isn't too bad in here. Still cold but a bit more bearable than the weather outside. Would be better if we could build a fire to warm ourselves. In hindsight, we should have cut some wood and brought it with us if we knew the north was going to be so barren and bleak. But nothing we can do about it now." said Rhen as he found a fair sized boulder and lay against it.

06-Feb-2012 13:27:20

Darlantan

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<I suppose that's a possibility... though it'd be a bit of a stretch, unless wealth has more influence on Neuva than I would expect it to. After all, it's an entire city we're talking about, not just some small town, and it seems to be the entire city that has something against him.>
"That would certainly be a good idea," Forlirn said with a slight chuckle. "But I cannot say I know of this occurring anywhere other than here. Of course, as I spent a portion of my life here it's only natural that I would know, and it doesn't seem to be something known by many, if any, others. Other such areas could very well exist outside of our knowledge."
The first portion of the cave seemed quite natural aside from many claw marks near the entrance marking that it had been used by many dragons on the past. A thin layer of ice covered the stone floor, soon vanishing as the cave distanced itself from the from the freezing outside. The chamber was not particularly large, but a large passage was set in the back wall of the cave, leading deeper into the earth. This passage did not seem to be natural, instead looking as if it was make of carved bricks, though it was in actuality a passage carved to look as if it had been made from bricks.
After everybody had entered, Forlirn began slowly proceeding down the passage.
"Well, there are a few other exits than this one, one being much closer to the ruins," Forlirn replied. "As for about the cave itself, there isn't much to tell. The inner citadel itself is well lit... but I can't say I know what condition it will be in. After all, it's been centuries..."
"It will be warmer farther within," Forlirn said to Rhen, his tail giving a flick. "Caverns have a tendency to be a relatively stable temperature once you are far enough underground."

06-Feb-2012 15:54:53

Basileus257

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"I don't think it would have made a difference Rhen. Wood burns fairly quickly so I doubt that we would be able to carry enough for it to burn for any length of time. You seem like a bit of an outdoorsman type, so do you know of any other way to prevent us from freezing to death?" Matt asked.
<That is true. Money can go a long way with people but I highly doubt anyone has enough to cause a whole city to turn against someone. You are right, it has to be someone leading the city or seeker involvement. I can't say that I understand why either group would be interested in tormenting Ventrus, but I guess some things may never be explained.>
"Hmm... it is very strange though isn't it? It must be caused by something powerful in Elune. I can't see one portion of the worlds just randomly acting differently then the others. But I suppose there is no point worrying about such things unless we need to switch worlds. That's about the only time it will be of any real concern for us." Matt said.
Matt began following Forlirn, slowly scanning the walls around him with his flashlight. He was clearly interested in exploring the cavern. "Wouldn't be surprised if it was in bad shape. Things fall apart over time. Anyway, do you really feel comfortable staying here? I mean, hundreds of your clan died here. It's ok if you don't want to be here." Matt replied.

“He who has overcome his fears will truly be free.”

¯ Aristotle

“Time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time.”

Marthe Troly-Curtin

06-Feb-2012 19:43:56

NarBloodwolf

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"There are two other way I know of to keep from ending up like several of my exiled brothers." said Rhen as he stood and followed Forlirn wanting to get to the warmest part of the cave as soon as he could. "One of which we are already doing. Bundling up in layersis one way I know of and I picked that up here on Nueva. The other, I am not sure how you or the others could do it Matt and aside from that, it can only be done on Elune. That solution is one I learned from by exiled brothers. When on Elune in the cold I can speed up the circulation of the energy in my body to warm myself from the friction the moving energy creates. That is all I know to keep from freezing to death aside from building a fire or having some sort of heater that does not require electricity."
"How far into the cave system is this citadel Forlirn? Depening on the depth and material of which it is constructed, the structure, if it even is a structure, may still be very well intact, as taking into acout the possibility of natural disasters in this area. Earthquakes and the like." said Rhen.

07-Feb-2012 04:08:08

Darlantan

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<I'd certainly agree that some things may never make sense, especially with sentient beings. So much of what we do seems to defy explanation, and if revenge is involved it can reach a point where sense would be a ridiculous word to use. Still... can't help but wonder...>
"I suppose there isn't reason to," Forlirn answered, blinking. "Since we really can't know without going to Elune and doing so would be counterproductive. Not to mention worrying about it won't serve any real purpose."
A soft blue glow came from not too far ahead down the wide passage, its source being some sort of stone sconce in the ceiling. It had a rather odd design, resembling a stone bowl connected to the ceiling by a small stone pillar, somewhat like an upside-down stone mushroom. The glow came from within the bowl, though one could not tell what made the glow from the ground.
"We have little choice," Forlirn replied, somewhat impassively. "And it will be faster to reach the ruins if we come through here. However, I will not spend long in the main chamber, though you are free to spend as long as you wish if you desire to sate your curiosity. I doubt Frilarth will spend long in it, either."
"Not far, but it is deep under the earth," Forlirn said quietly. "If I guess correctly, most of it is beneath the base of many of the mountains around here, quite far from the surface. Not nearly as deep as the ruins, however."

10-Feb-2012 07:27:00

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