S.Y. 650 Muro 7 9:02 L.Q. - Bardonia
"Well, I'm glad we are finally out of there."
[Gixoh]
"There are way more Cult members on this island than Manshu ever had, why is that?"
[Liam]
"It's our technology, as you know we are master crafters."
[Outcast 2]
"They're trying their best to learn our secrets. If they do then they'd never need to worry about supplies ever again."
[Obitiga]
"What kind of technology do you have here for it to be that critical?"
[Lepricus]
"It has to do with the way we infuse our minerals into our armor."
[Obitiga]
Obitiga began going into detail about crafting and infusing essence into armor. We were all amazed. Even though Manshu had smithers the Sanshuians were on a whole nother level when it came to it. Apparently being worshipers of Mintus they were blessed more with a deeper understanding of essence. They would study for years, starting at an early age, on how to create armor, weapons, and other accessories. Some even with granted abilities unknown to the outside world. Typically they received their minerals from Adrilla Island, but after the Cults attack, they had to make due to a different way. They began cultivating more from the creatures of the land above. Making more leather and cloth-based items. Like the Stealth Cloaks, we were using. The more he explained the more we became worried about what could happen if the Cult was to fully take control of the technology.
"So why haven't they already taken control of the technology, to begin with."
[Twilight]
"Only 3 people have access to it, my father, my mother, and myself. The Cult must not have known this at the time.
[Obitiga]
"So we got lucky in that sense."
[Sirisa]
"Well somewhat, you see if the Cult can override the security they can create access cards, allowing them into the crafting rooms, located in Hotia. Since most of the security team is not on their side, that's where the difficulty lies for them."
[Outcast 3]
"We've got to make sure we don't let that happen."
[Twilight]
"The only way it could happen is if one of the security team members they still have captive decides to switch sides."
[Outcast 1]
"So where to next?"
[Temti]
"The Chancellor's Bunker, it's where they caught my parents so it might be heavily guarded still. Inside there's the security room. The Security cards will also help us gain access to Hydaria as well as Hotia."
[Obitiga]
"Okay, well let's get going then."
[Gixoh]
"Slow down, it won't be that simple. Remember we've got to get past any Cult member we run into. They packed the place with security from what it looks like."
[Outcast 3]
"Then after even making it to the bunker, we have to make our way through the tunnels again to Hydaria and then to Hotia, which means getting past the Snars."
[Outcast 2]
"Snars?"
[Temti]
"Remember when I told you that the tunnels were full of creatures resembling the Scipola?"
[Obitiga]
"Yeah, we do."
[Twilight, Temti, Lepricus, Gixoh, Sirisa, in unison]
"Snars are their name. They aren't friendly at all and unlike the Scipola they don't do much infighting. They seem to cooperate more with a kind of strategic intelligence."
[Obitiga]
"Why does that sound familiar?"
[Twilight]
"Goruds!"
[Twilight, Temti, Lepricus, Gixoh, Sirisa, in unison]
"Goruds?"
[Obitiga, Outcast 1, Outcast 2, Outcast 3, in unison]
"I think we have a similar type of creature back home. Do they seem to be able to communicate with each other, and like a class system to them. Maybe even some larger than others?"
[Lepricus]
"Yes, how'd you know?"
[Outcast 2]
"Yep, definitely like Goruds & Ogre."
[Lepricus]
"I think we can handle them then."
[Gixoh]
"Yeah no worries, if we run into them I think we know what to do."
[Twilight, as all three of them, smile at each other]
"...If you say so."
[Obitiga]
It took us a little while to get to the chancellor's office. We didn't run into any Cult members, though we did see them patrolling and have a few close encounters. Eventually, we arrived at this building near the top of one of the hillier areas in town. It was somewhat white and pretty huge, Obitiga said it was the office of the Higher-ups, the Chancellor included. After entering we realized just how much the Cult had taken over, It was riddled with them. We were able to make our way past a few of them but had to still fend ourselves against others. Tired we eventually arrived at the Chancellor's office door, entering to a not-so-wanted surprise.
S.Y. 650 Muro 9 9:56 L.Q. - Bardonia Chancellor's Office
"Hey kid, how you been?"
[Iago, giving everyone a smile]
"Don't look so surprised, did you really think we didn't know you were here. Didn't it feel a little too easy, I guess you know why now. Ever since Manshu I've been waiting to see you again. The way we left off just didn't sit right with me."
[Iago]
"Dude, seriously why are you still stalking me?"
[Twilight]
"Stalking? That's a little excessive don't you think? Let's call it ``persistent'' following."
[Iago]
"What do you want from us?"
[Temti]
"Let's just say the two of you are kinda special, Setago."
[Iago, addressing Temti]
"No one's going anywhere with you."
[Lima says rushing in to attack]
"Not so fast!"
[Zenshu Cult Member 1, stopping Liam in his tracks]
"W...Who are you."
[Liam, stunned]
"Don't worry about that just yet, brother. Right now let's see what you've got."
[Zenshu Cult Member 1, as he and Liam begin to clash]
"Liam!"
[Lepricus, Gixoh, Sirisa and the Outcasts as they attempt to rush to his aid]
"Not so fast little ones."
[Zenshu Cult Member 2, appearing from the shadows along with two others]
"Out of our way!"
[Lepricus, as he and his siblings began their battle]
[Iago disappearing unbeknownst to the others]
"Where did the other one go?"
[Obitiga]
[Obitiga, Twilight, and Temti searching in confusion]
"I'm not sure but this might be our chance to create those access cards."
[Obitiga, rushing to the security council]
"Not so fast."
[Iago's voice as a gust of wind hits Obitiga]
"What was that?"
[Obitiga as he defends himself from the impact]
"It looks like you've made a few strong friends. Though they won't be a match for my squad or me. Between us, I don't really want to fight if that can be helped."
[Iago's voice echoing]
"Then why don't you all leave!"
[Temti]
"Well since you stopped us on Manshu, we had to return to our work here on Sanshu. We had no other choice. You see the cult is much bigger than those ex-guardians you call Forsaken. Our Leader has bigger plans, which include you both."
[Iago]
"Well, then why don't you come out here and fight us."
[Twilight, searching for Iago]
"We aren't afraid of you!"
[Temti]
"Why don't you come out of hiding and face us like a real warrior!"
[Obitiga]
"It seems someone has some spunk. Who are you, young man?"
[Iago's voice]
"You should know, you helped capture my mother and father."
[Obitiga, in anger]
"I've helped capture, and kill, a lot of people in this country. You can't expect me to remember them all."
[Iago's voice]
"The Chancellors...My parents, I know you know who they are."
[Obitiga, worried]
"Oh, you are their little boy, what a surprise. If that's the case then..."
[Iago slowly emerging from the shadows]