Emancipation

[Corwin]

"Hello," Seira greets Helm, smiling at him despite their circumstances. "Since my chosen surprised me by destroying the heretical God-King without resorting to such means, I'm studying Arondaaq's suitability for dealing with Shar. Since 21 is beyond reach, it is the next available option I'm aware of."

[Anastasia]

A nod. Acknowledgement.

"Do you know if it will work?" Amaryl asks him, a bow of her head to the avatar in return.

"I do not," Helm answers, "It is my duty to guard and protect. Some things more closely than others," The avatar says, looking in the general direction of the blade.

[Corwin]

"I'm fought her avatar while on Selune's expedition," Seira tells Helm, returning her attention to studying the blade. "It was a draw of sorts. If I had Amaryl and all of my most trusted companions with me, I'm certain we would've won. However, if I were to wield Arondaaq, I'm certain we can win without casualties on our side. Would you concur?"

[Anastasia]

The sword is simply death. Pure energy converted to it from that seed, resonating deeply within itself and full of power. You're sure it could wound almost anything. Its power is great indeed as Helm says, "No. Shar is weakened," Helm agrees "But I do not believe her to be so easily defeated."

[Corwin]

"Are you kidding me?!" Seira exclaims. "Going along with Amaryl, Donald, Elle, Sanzha and Ranbar, you think I can't even take on one of Shar's avatars and win without several casualties?"

[Anastasia]

Helm is silent a few moments, "I don't disrespect you," Helm finally says, "But I've faced Shar. There's always more and it's always worse."

"Then we'll prove you wrong," Amaryl speaks up here, voice heated, "We aren't going to surrender to Shar because she has tricks prepared!"

[Corwin]

"How about the next time a few of us make a move against her?" Seira asks, deciding to draw Arondaaq. "Will you come along?"

[Anastasia]

When you grasp the sword, it feels like the chill of death in your hand. At the same time Helm looks to you - and you get the distinct impression of a raised eyebrow.

"When will you go against her?"

[Corwin]

"I expect it will happen within the month, though the exact date would be up to Selune. Since her leadership worked so well last time, why break up a good thing?"

Seira creates a simple sheathe for the sword with her power. It won't be enough like that, but she'll take the weapon straight to her specialized vault for such things, and it's capable of successfully sealing Todesurteil.

[Anastasia]

"Contact me," The avatar says, then is gone. Yet a few words linger, 'I will see what my duty is then."

[Corwin]

Grinning at Amaryl, Seira takes the two of them back home by way of the secure vault for evil artifacts.

[Anastasia]

Next move then, assuming you're taking the time to ward that securely?

[Corwin]

Correct. That said, given I made the previous warding scheme as a mortal, I can shape my divine realm as I wish and I already have a very secure vault that stops death effects and auras, this shouldn't take long.

My next move is taking Donald and the three prismatic dragons to the Astral Reds.

[Anastasia]

Sure, any prep for it?

[Corwin]

We shall arrive as MAJESTIC DRAGONS