Session Start: Sun Dec 09 17:39:42 2001 *** GMAmy changes topic to 'Grandia: New Horizons | Chapter 9.2: Dylan and the Sages | Location: Summit of Nations, morning, June 17 | Lude Start' The council members and representatives scatter as the recess begins, and Dorlin casually moves toward his brothers in the delegation from Laine, preparing for a leisurely chat. * Dylan waves at Dorlin as he approaches Hi! Derlin waves with a smile to Dylan, having seen him in the crowd earlier. The four Lainians converge on each other, and the wise men greet Dylan warmly. [Darlin] Dylan, my boy! How ya'll doin', nephew? *Shaking his hand violently* * Dylan grins widely I'm okay, thanks! You're looking well! Dorlin nods vehemently. [Dorlin] Oh yes, we're all fine and dandy! Although... *His ears droop* I had hoped that Miss Liete would consent to return for this important event...but no matter. [Derlin] What's goin' on, anyway, Dylan? Quite a mess ya'll 've landed yerself into... * Dylan scratches the back of his head... Well, I didn't exactly mean too.. I mean Mullen and Leen were hiring for some work, and I was a little short.. Darlin nods. [Darlin] Perfectly understandable. But your gonna see it through...? Seems like something you'd do... * Dylan nods slowly It's important. And there's people depending on me. And Mum would have my guts if I let them get in trouble without me... ^^ Derlin smiles warmly and claps Dylan on the back. [Derlin] You'll do fine. But if you need any assistance, don't hesitate to send us a message... *Frowns* Them folks at the temple have really been messin' with us lately. They're up to no good... Darlin chuckles. [Darlin] That she might, that she might... * Dylan raises an eyebrow They've been doing stuff near home? * Dylan grinds his teeth briefly And I was hoping they were stuck to Elencia. [Darlin] Not exactly near Laine, nah...but sendin' us messages. Not quite threatening, but hostile. [Dorlin] Yes, yes, we ARE their biggest obstacle, you know. [Derlin] They can't do much of nothin' without scarin' us into lettin' 'em, you know. I suppose, being guardians of the way to Alent, and all, gives you a bit too much credence in their eyes? Darlin nods. [Darlin] Well, wasn't really anyone who knew as much 'bout the Spirits as we did, before...but now we've got the Icarians, they've got even more authority. * Dylan shakes his head. "And Justin worked so hard to teach us NOT to rely on the Icarians.. I hope we can find him and Feena soon." [Darlin] Problem is, these temple guys'd just as soon decide what the Icarians want without really listenin' to 'em. [Derlin] Yup...rely on yourself, with the Spirits' help. Used to be we HAD to rely on the Icarians, but not anymore...after all, what else was all of Justin's work for? [Dorlin] What do you know about Justin and Feena's whereabouts? *Looking concerned* That reminds me! Yes! Derlin, if I get you a wine glass that has had poison in it, could you find out what poison it was? [Derlin] No problem. I'll speak to Sage Shirgan about it...between the two of us, we might be able to find something out. Well, 's far as we can tell, they are somewhere in Talachia. Our group will be off to look for them, after Ms. Sue's all settled in. [Dorlin] Ahh, good, good. *ears perking up a bit* If you do find them, let us know, will you? We'll try to get in touch with Miss Liete. Not that she's easy to get a hold of...she never comes down anymore, and it's hard to contact her. But we'll try. She might be able to help. * Dylan nods I doubt they're in troble. Dorlin grins. [Dorlin} Them two? Nahh, not likely. You'll find 'em. ^_^ * Erellisae skids past on one of her hero-finding jaunts, skidding to a halt as her ears perk up. "Liete? Liete is here?!" :D * Dylan sweatdrops [Darlin] Oh! Dylan, m'boy, stop by our hotel before you leave town, will ya? I have some of yer Mama's homemade biscuits to share. ^_^ Dorlin turns to Erellisae. [Dorlin] Alas, little one, she is not! ;_; My lovely Liete, she don't come down to the surface no more. ;_; Such a great pity! I miss her so... Please, let me introduce Ms. Erellisae, she's a wee one, but has an impressive talent for magic.. She's not? :/ * Erellisae 's ears droop. "Aw..." * Dylan ruffles Erel's hair The three sages shake hands with Erellisae, smiling at her as they introduce themselves. Never mind, maybe she'll come down once we've found Justin and Feena. [Dorlin] No. Miss Liete used to come down for important events, but about a year or two ago, she returned to Alent. She rarely speaks with us anymore. * Erellisae recognizes the names and shakes back, then looks excited. "You think so? I've met so many people I read about here, to meet Liete too..." :D [Dorlin] Oh, Dylan, it might be possible! I so wish so! You must find them quickly, m'boy! So the beateous Liete may return to my arms! @_@ Why isn't Aunt Milda here? Farm that overgrown? ^-^ Derlin and Darlin sweatdrop at Dorlin. * Erellisae sweatdrops. Rather hard. o_O; Darlin chuckles. [Darlin] Yer Aunt Milda's...occupied with other things. She's got a couple o' adventurin' feet, y'know...off traveling. She expects to be back here before the Summit's over, to accompany us home. Ah, good. I'd hate to see you old geezers run into trouble. * Dylan smiles goodnaturedly Darlin chuckles good-naturedly at his nephew. Derlin quietly looks Erellisae over, frowning thoughtfully and letting out a low, rumbling "Hmmmm" that sounds rather like a moo. I assume you're against the Devotee's motions for control over temples? * Erellisae blinkblinks at Derlin's scrutiny, then shrugs, and poses. ^_~ [Dorlin] Goes without sayin'. They want ta make everyone follow the Icarians...and since the Icarians don't WANT ta be followed, that basically means the temple wants to tell everyone what to do themselves. * Dylan nods Derlin chuckles, gives Erellisae a friendly smile, and turns back to the conversation, but he looks thoughtful. Anyone actually argeeing with them at the moment? * Erellisae grins, then speeds off to molest more former heroes. :D Darlin frowns. [Darlin] Ah, some...not too many, really, but while not many support 'em, many listen. =/ Not good. We're tryin' to get more to see our side o' things. Derlin waves good bye to Erellisae. ^_^ * Dill hops off Erel's head and flaps over [Darlin] Hello, Dill! *Rummages in his pocket for a honey biscuit for Dill* Puff! *sniffs at Darlin's pocket* Well. Good to see you all. We'll catchup after today's talks? Darlin nods. [Darlin] Sounds like a plan. Let us know if you need anything, all right? I hear them ringin' the bell to start again...good luck! *Darlin and Dorlin head back for the Laine delegation, and Derlin up to the high council, all waving and smiling to Dylan.* * Dylan waves goodbye, and goes to sit back in his place and watch the proceedings. ==Lude End== Session Close: Sun Dec 09 18:07:54 2001