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<blockquote data-quote="talien" data-source="post: 2810409" data-attributes="member: 3285"><p><strong>To Reap the Whirlwind - Part 3: Arrival at the Sanctorum</strong></p><p></p><p>“I can lead the way,” said Augustus. </p><p></p><p>“No senator, we’re not sure if it’s safe,” said Quintus. “I will lead.” </p><p></p><p>Quintus stepped in front, but before he could move much further towards the ruins, an enormous wall of flames erupted in his path. </p><p></p><p>A booming voice commanded, “Stop! Identify yourselves!”</p><p></p><p>Quintus kept his shield between the senator and the flames. “I am Quintus Aurelius Ignatius of the Legion of the Triumphant Rays of the Invisible Sun. I am safeguarding Senator Tensen-Balin.”</p><p></p><p>“That’s twice today you’ve gotten to introduce yourself, Quintus,” said Kham. “You must be having a great day.”</p><p></p><p>The flaming wall immediately disappeared and a small group of men stood before them. The leader stepped forward and bowed deeply. Judging from her snow-white hair and pale skin, she appeared to be a Kio.</p><p></p><p>“I am Yvgine’, current leader of this Sanctorum.” </p><p></p><p>“Yvigne’?” said the senator. “Where is Livinius?”</p><p></p><p>“I fear I have grave news senator,” said Yvigne’. She led them towards the ruins. “Most of the hierarchy has fallen gravely ill. It began as nothing more than a common cold, but after a few days, they grew worse and worse. Livinius was the first to fall. He died just last night.”</p><p></p><p>“Died?” asked Quintus. “How?”</p><p></p><p>“He began to convulse violently, then raw arcane energy leaked out of him, wreaking havoc on his surroundings. He destroyed two buildings before his final spasm.”</p><p></p><p>“Destroyed buildings?” asked Kham. “As in, exploded?”</p><p></p><p>Yvigne’ nodded. “He collapsed and immolated before our very eyes. He was ashes in moments.”</p><p></p><p>“And Cassicus?” asked Augustus.</p><p></p><p>“He is safe for the moment, but he too is in the hold of whatever plague Neroth has visited upon us. Even the most potent of our magical cures do nothing more than alleviate the pain for a short while.”</p><p></p><p>The senator almost fell backwards. Quintus steadied him with one hand. </p><p></p><p>“Easy senator. Would you like a moment?”</p><p></p><p>The older man put one hand to his forehead. “No. No I’ll be all right. How many have been infected?”</p><p></p><p>“Almost a score,” said Yvigne’. “The majority have been masters and a handful of students.”</p><p></p><p>“When did this plague start?” asked Menet.</p><p></p><p>“Shortly after the boy arrived. It was at about the same time as when we found the Elorii deep in the ruins.”</p><p></p><p>Quintus’ gaze snapped from the senator to Yvigne’. “An Elorii?”</p><p></p><p>“One of our team found a female Elorii in the ruins. She was in the interior of a collapsed structure near the Obelisk Honeycomb. Her body was smoking, but oddly enough, she was very cold to the touch.”</p><p></p><p>“So you’ve got a dead elf on your hands,” said Vlad.</p><p></p><p>“Quite the contrary,” said the Kio. “We healed her as best we could, enough that she was able to speak. But she was fluent in a language we did not expect…Ymandrake.”</p><p></p><p>“I should like to speak to this Elorii,” said Quintus. </p><p></p><p>“One of Master Livinius’ last orders was for her to be kept under constant watch and isolated until we could determine how she came to be here and what her intentions are. Until we understand this plague, it’s best if she remain under quarantine.”</p><p></p><p>“I think I’ve heard enough,” said the senator. “Yvigne’, please treat my escorts as honored guests. Menet, I’d like to see my son now.”</p><p></p><p>“Of course, senator,” said Yvigne’. Quintus made to follow Menet and the senator, but Menet spun on his heel.</p><p></p><p>“We’ll be fine, Quintus. We’ll call you if we need you.”</p><p></p><p>Quintus stopped, uncertain, as the pair walked off.</p><p></p><p>“Would you like a tour of the ruins?” asked Yvigne’.</p><p></p><p>“I’d love one,” said Kham, sidling up to Yvigne’. “My name’s Kham, by the way.” </p><p></p><p>Vlad shrugged at Quintus and followed Kham. After a moment, the legionnaire walked dejectedly behind them.</p><p></p><p>“If it makes you feel better,” said Kham to Quintus, “I can bark orders at you and you can follow me around instead.”</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="talien, post: 2810409, member: 3285"] [b]To Reap the Whirlwind - Part 3: Arrival at the Sanctorum[/b] “I can lead the way,” said Augustus. “No senator, we’re not sure if it’s safe,” said Quintus. “I will lead.” Quintus stepped in front, but before he could move much further towards the ruins, an enormous wall of flames erupted in his path. A booming voice commanded, “Stop! Identify yourselves!” Quintus kept his shield between the senator and the flames. “I am Quintus Aurelius Ignatius of the Legion of the Triumphant Rays of the Invisible Sun. I am safeguarding Senator Tensen-Balin.” “That’s twice today you’ve gotten to introduce yourself, Quintus,” said Kham. “You must be having a great day.” The flaming wall immediately disappeared and a small group of men stood before them. The leader stepped forward and bowed deeply. Judging from her snow-white hair and pale skin, she appeared to be a Kio. “I am Yvgine’, current leader of this Sanctorum.” “Yvigne’?” said the senator. “Where is Livinius?” “I fear I have grave news senator,” said Yvigne’. She led them towards the ruins. “Most of the hierarchy has fallen gravely ill. It began as nothing more than a common cold, but after a few days, they grew worse and worse. Livinius was the first to fall. He died just last night.” “Died?” asked Quintus. “How?” “He began to convulse violently, then raw arcane energy leaked out of him, wreaking havoc on his surroundings. He destroyed two buildings before his final spasm.” “Destroyed buildings?” asked Kham. “As in, exploded?” Yvigne’ nodded. “He collapsed and immolated before our very eyes. He was ashes in moments.” “And Cassicus?” asked Augustus. “He is safe for the moment, but he too is in the hold of whatever plague Neroth has visited upon us. Even the most potent of our magical cures do nothing more than alleviate the pain for a short while.” The senator almost fell backwards. Quintus steadied him with one hand. “Easy senator. Would you like a moment?” The older man put one hand to his forehead. “No. No I’ll be all right. How many have been infected?” “Almost a score,” said Yvigne’. “The majority have been masters and a handful of students.” “When did this plague start?” asked Menet. “Shortly after the boy arrived. It was at about the same time as when we found the Elorii deep in the ruins.” Quintus’ gaze snapped from the senator to Yvigne’. “An Elorii?” “One of our team found a female Elorii in the ruins. She was in the interior of a collapsed structure near the Obelisk Honeycomb. Her body was smoking, but oddly enough, she was very cold to the touch.” “So you’ve got a dead elf on your hands,” said Vlad. “Quite the contrary,” said the Kio. “We healed her as best we could, enough that she was able to speak. But she was fluent in a language we did not expect…Ymandrake.” “I should like to speak to this Elorii,” said Quintus. “One of Master Livinius’ last orders was for her to be kept under constant watch and isolated until we could determine how she came to be here and what her intentions are. Until we understand this plague, it’s best if she remain under quarantine.” “I think I’ve heard enough,” said the senator. “Yvigne’, please treat my escorts as honored guests. Menet, I’d like to see my son now.” “Of course, senator,” said Yvigne’. Quintus made to follow Menet and the senator, but Menet spun on his heel. “We’ll be fine, Quintus. We’ll call you if we need you.” Quintus stopped, uncertain, as the pair walked off. “Would you like a tour of the ruins?” asked Yvigne’. “I’d love one,” said Kham, sidling up to Yvigne’. “My name’s Kham, by the way.” Vlad shrugged at Quintus and followed Kham. After a moment, the legionnaire walked dejectedly behind them. “If it makes you feel better,” said Kham to Quintus, “I can bark orders at you and you can follow me around instead.” [/QUOTE]
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