Gossiping (Afina)

[Anastasia]

Diplo checks here, y'all. +5 circumstance bonus. Moore leads and Afina aids, I assume, unless you two want to do it otherwise.

[Ebiris]

It sounds similar but we are saying different things. But my diplomacy sucks balls so I guess I'll aid.

[19:33] <@Ebiris> roll 1d20+19
[19:33] <Kobot> Ebiris rolled 1d20+19 --> [ 1d20=12 ]{31}

[Anastasia]

You are, but I'm measuring total skill and impact of your words.

[Nephrite]

Taking 10 for 55

[Anastasia]

"Short sighted and yet a wise proposition is put forth. Do not rely on a wish, and if you must, use it with the greatest wisdom." The Padisha smirks, "You have them. You have won my good graces for now. Now what will you do with them? Strengthen bonds as you suggested?"

[Nephrite]

"I have traditionally found that putting a name with a face can be one of the most important aspects of diplomatic matters." Moore says. "If the Parent of the Waves would have any suggestions as to any individuals that we could perhaps take the time to meet with personally, we would be happy to do so."

[Ebiris]

"Simply knowing that the Parent of the Waves smiles upon our efforts here in Her domain will lend strength to our cause," Afina says winsomely. "But should the Great Padisha require our attention She will of course have it, particularly where it concerns any shared interests we might have. For now, your Shahzada did mention other guests within the Citadel who could be convinced to stand under our banner."

[Anastasia]

"Yes, yes, faces to names and names to allies," The Padisha says, "Lord Tsunami, see to them." The Padisha instructs, the silent marid at last coming out from behind the throne.

"Do you wish to see any of them first?" he asks.

[Ebiris]

"We should not keep the Waltz Prince waiting," Afina says after thinking over the list, deciding to start with the most prestigious.

[Anastasia]

Lord Tsunami leads you out of the garden. Through a few more arches and halls, until you come to a balcony. You are fairly high up in the Citadel, an excellent view of the city below. The Tsunami Lord gestures, "Enjoy the view," he invites, "The Waltz Prince will be here shortly." He then vanishes.

Chance to setup or prepare, you two.

[Nephrite]

Moore will throw up a Divine Insight.

[Ebiris]

Afina has no special preparations.

[Anastasia]

It doesn't take long from there. Just some time enjoying the view until a man approaches. He's clad in a black tunic and pants lined with gold accents accents, cut short to allow his arms freedom. He's young, no more than twenty as humans reckon it. A youthful face full of vigor, short blonde hair cut neatly. He looks human, save for a tiny pair of goat horns poking up from his forehead.

"Aurora?" he asks, striding forward with big steps, coming close swiftly. "The Aurora that's bashed down Abigor and has Bel in a frothing rage?"

[Ebiris]

"Greetings, your Highness," Afina stands to greet the Waltz Prince, giving him a respectful bow. "I am Baroness Afina Devilsbane," she introduces herself, deciding to lead with her fey title but of course she'll then add, "General of Aurora. My two companions are Colonel Drena of Princess Chan's court, and Major Moore, a recent recruit to our cause. It's a true pleasure to meet you and hear of our actions spoken so."

[Anastasia]

Drena sweeps into a wind-gusty bow, "An honor, sir."

"Well damn," he grins, reaching out and clapping Drena on the shoulder then bowing deeply to Afina, "Baroness," he greets her, "The Coral Throne indicates you want to talk to me. No need to dance around it here, so shall we get to business?"