Waiting pixie (Moore)

[Anastasia]

At a time like this, there's not much to do beyond waiting. A brief break to freshen up is appreciated, followed by going out to see what's going on.

Any preferences here, Moore?

[Nephrite]

He'll stop in at the Celestian Temple and see if everything's good there, and then other than that just make sure the troops are in high spirit, unless something crosses his path.

[Anastasia]

The newly made Celestian temple is peaceful and quiet. More than a few archons area bout in silent contemplation or prayer, while some mortals are also doing so. You feel a sense of peace here, the tension elsewhere in Aurora not present.

[Nephrite]

Moore smiles. He's glad, at least, he can offer this peace to people.

He'll take a seat and say a prayer to Erathaol.

'I don't think I've ever actually found myself praying before, but I wanted to say thank you for giving me the opportunity. I still don't know why I ended up here, but... I'm glad I'm here, no matter what happens. No matter what I remember or forget -- thank you for showing me Celestia's wisdom when I am in need of it, and thank you for guiding me to meet those I've met on my path. I hope I can continue to work destiny in our favor.'

He takes a deep breath afterwards and lets it out.

[Anastasia]

You feel better at that, focused and centered. Worries leave you and you mind feels clearer.

[Nephrite]

There isn't so much difference between knowledge and joy, is there?

He rises and will go tend to the soldiers outside to make sure they're motivated and morale is high.

[Anastasia]

Just going to be speaking to 'em? Make an preform: oratory check.

[Nephrite]

[13:37] <Nephrite> roll 1d20+38+15
[13:37] <Kobot> Nephrite rolled 1d20+38+15 --> [ 1d20=18 ]{71}

[Anastasia]

This takes some time and goes quite well. You raise morale considerably by your own eye, until at last you're done.

Elena pops up once you're finished, "Oh Moore, Crystal's looking for you."

[Nephrite]

Moore nods, satisfied with himself for now. He needs to get some items to help with this sort of thing...

He turns and nods to Elena. "Please let her know I'll meet her at the Court."

With that, he'll fly in that direction!

[Anastasia]

You find Crystal in the antechamber, waiting for you. "Ah, Moore. Good day to you," she greets, clad in her normal arms and armor.

[Nephrite]

"Crystal." Moore nods. "What's up? I mean... besides, you know. Hell." He makes a sour face at that.

[Anastasia]

"Her Majesty is calling the Court to order," Crystal confesses, "We will all gather in an hour, both for readiness and to keep morale high. Your presence is desired."

[Nephrite]

"Of course. I'll go and freshen up then." He says. "Are you doing all right?"

[Anastasia]

"Well enough. Battle awaits us," Crystal says, "It is only a question of how."