The Psionicle, Part XI

[GnomeWorks]

CS -

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I meant specifically you, as a player.

I am aware that there will probably be some problems between Animus and Ruth if she finds out.

As for Ruth not knowing he's looking for his sister... you are correct. You haven't mentioned Animus looking for his sister at all, IIRC - the only time it really came up was when he found out, and he didn't say anything about it.

Hmm... you're right, now that I think about it, it does seem to be something of a stretch. There could be any kind of relationship between Animus and the girl... though I suppose it would be possible to see that there's something there, and assume she's his sister... admittedly, that's not the first conclusion I would draw, but it would be possible.

 

[Creamsteak]

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You still could be asking two different questions by my reading:

Does CS care that TFO knows? (Nope, not one bit.)
OR
Does CS care if Ruth knows? (Quite a bit as I think it is coming from nowhere)

 

[GnomeWorks]

CS -

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Sorry, I guess I'm not good at making myself clear.

I agree that Ruth "figuring it out" is somewhat iffy. I won't contest that. But I also think that it would be possible that Ruth could figure out that there is some kind of relationship there.

CS and TFO -

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So here's what I'm going to do. TFO, if you can show me Ruth's logic in how she "figured out" that Animus is somehow related to the girl, using only IC knowledge, I'm fine with it - however, I don't think it's possible for Ruth to know the exact relationship. If you can't show me a good line of logic for how Ruth figured it out, then Ruth doesn't know.

Are both of you amenable to that?

 

[Creamsteak]

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I'm fine with TFO allowing his character to have figured out whatever he wants. I'm not one to step in on the matter, and he has the right to make an inductive statement. The only thing is that making his suspicions clear (depending on their accuracy) may be difficult for me to figure out how Animus would react. I'm not sure yet, I wanted to avoid the question because it is hard to figure (that's why I called TFO up on the matter originally, I don't want something getting put out in the open that might cause difficulties if it is unwarranted), but I imagine that he'd be angry or jealous. I think it only makes sense for TFO to draw Ruth's conclusions from what Ruth has seen IC, and leave it at that. If he thinks that she really knows something and wants to say so in-front of Animus, I'll make sure to think up a responsible reaction. That's all I have to say on the matter, and I'll wait for your call to remove all these OOC posts (or if you want I can split them and then merge them with the OOC thread).

 

[Jarval]

"It's a graver mission than many, I'll admit." Jansson replies after a moment thought over Ruth's words. "But think of it like this: You could not be doing anything more worthwhile with your life. At no point do you need to doubt if you're doing the right thing, or spending your time as best you can. You know you are doing the right thing. You know each minute you spend on this task draws us closer to a safer world for all.

"Are you right to be intimidated by the task? Certainly. Everything hangs on our success, at least for those of us who are psionically capable. We face foes that would make weaker people flee in terror. We risk our lives. But we do this because we know it to be right.

"Don't worry about finding it overwhelming, it's only natural. But don't ever doubt our cause, or your part in it. Both are vital."

 

[The Forsaken One]

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The thing is, Ruth doesn't know Animus is searching for his sister. She is just starting to get interested in why Animus is going through so much trouble for a girl and risking his life. She does care, care for him a bit actually since he's always there and being brave and stuff and has this noble mysterious thing going on. Ruth is still a girl and all that and she intends to find out a little more. Her remark at breakfast was just a potshot in the dark to see if she was a little bit in the direction of where to seek what Animus has lost. She doesn't know anything, but she'd like to know. And she's searching for a hint or some sign if she's on the right track. Noone should suffer alone and carry some burdens.

 

[The Forsaken One]

Then I won't Jansson, then I won't. But right now, I'm feeling in some need for advice and like I said, I intend to find it. And as for that matter, I'm feeling like drawing some blood as well so let's go.

 

[Creamsteak]

"People's sisters are taken to far away lands, hearts are broken, blades shattered and people die."

After a bit of discomfort, Animus thinks to himself, "3 out of 4 isn't bad. Too bad I'm probably going to die again before this is over. No lizardwoman to save me this time, either."

To everyone, "My mind is made up on this matter. I'm going right into Jirlai's trap for a second time. I'll make sure that he keeps his word, one way or the other."

After observing for a bit longer, he realizes that he doesn't have much time left, and heads out to meet Jirlai.

 

[GnomeWorks]

"We should go soon, as well." Shardorn says quietly. "As you said, Jansson, every step brings us closer to our goal... but with others seeking the Psionicle, then every moment we waste lets them take a step closer to it. We can't let it fall into the wrong hands."

 

[Jarval]

"You're right, of course." Jansson agrees, quickly finishing his breakfast. Grabbing his backpack from under the table, he stands ready to depart.

"So, where now? The docks, or the airdock?"