Intrigue In Candara

[National Acrobat]

"Oh Father Antonio, I wasn't suggesting that," replies Ariel. "I was more or less suggesting that we find out their intentions. People tend to lose sight of legalities when the former ruler of a nation that has just invaded yours turns up in your Capitol. Whether or not he is guilty via control may not matter to some who are inflamed by current events. I merely would like to avoid a spectacle with the council that leads to a general riot or the like." She pauses for a moment. "You and I may know that he was controlled and may not be held accountable for his actions, however you may not be able to convince the widows and orphaned children who fled from his armies of that."

 

[Lichtenhart]

Father Toni sighs "Truth has only one face. And no punishment inflicted to him will ease the pain of the widows and the orphans, while stopping that damned beast could prevent the same pain on others. Will you help me convince them of the truth?"

 

[National Acrobat]

Ariel smiles sweetly at Father Antonio, "of course I will. You didn't have to ask me, I would have anyway. However, be assured that we could be walking into a politically charged nest of vipers. Nothing is done in Candara without thought to the political ramifications."

 

[Jemal]

Will looks up at Aulds words, and then looks into the eyes of Finnegan. "I would do all this and more. What happens to me matters not, all I care about is restoring peace to the country I love, and freeing my son from that beasts grasp. YOU, all of you, are the keys to doing this, I beleive."

To Ariel and Father Antonio(Anyone can read it, though):
You both beleive that it is very likely that the council will want to prosecute Will, no matter what the circumstances. Times like these mean that the politicians, no matter how just they may usually be, will be looking for someone to punish, and this is too good an opportunity to pass up.

You also both know that as representatives of your churches either of you could, if need be, grant the Emporer sanctuary, meaning that the council would not be able to prosecute him, and anyone else doing so would be commiting a crime against the church. Only a higher member of your order can countermand your 'gift'.(Father Antonio is third in his order, and Ariel is 4th in hers, making this highly unlikely). However, anything that happens to or because of the emporer after this would be your responsibility, and you would be held accountable for his actions.
Also, doing such a thing would have heavy political impact and would likely earn you many enemies.

 

[National Acrobat]

OOC: the heavy thud of priestly responsibilty, as well as plot device drops....

"Hmm. Methinks a quick prayer of inspiration and guidance is needed before proceeding any further. If you will excuse me for a moment gentleman," says Ariel. "I will be in the main Worship Hall for a few moments gathering my thoughts."

 

[Argent Silvermage]

Talisian strokes Spook and watches in fascination at the political mechanations. He thinks to Spook "Father would be hard pressed to come up with any solutions on this event." Tal continues watching as this unfolds.
[OOC: could you roll Tal's diplomacy (+3) and see if there is a way he would think to aid them diplomaticly?]

 

[drs]

Reaver waits, situated to the rear of the party scouting the surroundings. He looks to Abesh "If you think you can help them with word and the council, don't hesitate on my part Abesh." Thomas motions Abesh towards the priest and the dark mage.

 

[National Acrobat]

Ariel will come back after a few moments of thought in the chapel. "Well, I am fairly certain, and I believe that Father Antonio will realize this as well, that the Council, looking to place the blame and to pacify the people, will prosecute the former emperor. If that is the case, then we cannot hope to accomplish what we need to do with him in chains or worse. Now, I realize that one of us can offer him sanctuary, but it could mean the end of our careers. Also, one of our superiors may countermand that."

Ariel would like to talk to the head Priestess of her order regarding this.

 

[Uriel]

Finnegan looked up from his Sword,first at ther Emperor, then at the others assembled.
'If need be, I can hide him. As you have all seen, I have a way with disguise...'
Finn twirls his hat and sets it upon his head again, taking on the appearance of a young High Elf, his clothes stained with paint.

 

[Jemal]

Actually, Ariel was goin to meet with the High Priestess while she was praying, I just didn't get it posted before you got back, so We'll assume you've spoken with her allready. She trusts you like a daughter, and will not go against you, though she's unwilling to take the chance of giving him sanctuary herself, as she's allready somewhat unpopular with the council, and doesn't want to exagerate the problem.
Also, Father Antonio is well loved among his church. After a few moments of reflection, you're both fairly certain that there would be few or no repurcussions from within your own orders.

I've rolled knowledge, diplomacy, etc, checks for everyone and nobody can think of any 'diplomatic solution' that would work other than A) granting sanctuary, B) letting the council have him or C) hiding him. (Unless you yourselves come up with it, but nobody can think of any laws or 'tricks' that would help). Also, it's been about 10 minutes since the messenger left, and the council's still waiting... As for finnegans proposal, its obvious that the emporers presence is known, so hiding him might not be effective.