Endless rise above

[Nephrite]

I'm glad you have better memory than I do.

I've been informed you would be the best person to tell me about The Empty Knight. I'd be happy to host you here in Hope's Landing if you'd like, or I can come to you, if you'd prefer.

He turns to Cresiel. "Well, that was actually rather enlightening. We're going to be going to Acheron soon, which... well, that'll be an interesting time." He says.

[Anastasia]

'I will come to you,' Is Makaril's only answer.

"Acheron again," Cresiel says, "Unpleasant but it is unavoidable."

[Nephrite]

"Yes. Apparently Makaril knows something about the person who created CRIMSON and the others." Moore says. "He'll be here shortly, if you'd like to come."

He will have Grias prepare some snacks and drinks and go to wait for Makaril at the entrance, because he's a nice host!

[Anastasia]

As Cresiel gives his agreement, you proceed on.

Hm? You sense Lune. She kneels in the privacy of her room, her holy symbol on the ground besides a small pile of coins and a single jewel - a bit of quartz. "Duke Moore, if it pleases you, accept this offering for the victor you brought today."

[Nephrite]

Lune receives a feeling of thankfulness as well as a verse that bubbles to the front of her mind. 'If you have hope to spare, then share it with those around you, after you support yourself.'

Moore will wait in the meantime, as his avatar returns to reading the book that Erathaol left him.

[Anastasia]

The treasure is taken then with a quiet, solemn vow. "I will do as you say," Lune murmurs just as quietly.

[Nephrite]

A feeling of warmth will be sent Lune's way as Moore continues to wait!

[Anastasia]

Amid the bustle and hustle of Hope's Landing Makaril approaches. He walks forward solidly, a mere glance around as he advances towards you.

Go ahead.

[Nephrite]

Moore raises a hand in greeting.

"Makaril, I don't think we ever really had much of a chance to speak one-on-one when I was with Aurora." He greets him, offering a hand out. "It's a pleasure to see you again and in good health."

He nods to Cresiel after that. "I have a sinking suspicion you're already acquainted." He adds with a bit of a grin.

[Anastasia]

Makaril nods slightly.

Cresiel nods back.

Several moments of silence follow.

Your handshake is taken.

[Nephrite]

Baleruk always did like to have those mental conversations in front of people too...

Moore turns and will take the both of them to a comfortable sitting room inside Hope's Landing's fortress!

Once there and they've had time to sit and Grias brings the snacks, Moore will clear his throat.

"So, let me... give you some back story." Moore says. "I was hunting for some pieces of gear and came across an living magical energy called CRIMSON in that search." He says. "In doing so, I delved a bit deeper and found out that it, and several other creatures like it, were created by The Empty Knight. This led to more delving, which led to you, which led to this." He says. "I'm pursuing leads to find two other creatures right now as well, so if you know anything about this, I am all ears."

[Anastasia]

Makaril sits back as you talk, "However did you come on this?" he asks at last. "What equipment were you searching for?"

[Nephrite]

"It was equipment left by a fey-blooded named Syllen." Moore explains. "I was doing divinations into who had his equipment and came across CRIMSON. We brought CRIMSON here and from there I did some more digging. I think I got my relentless curiosity from my time with Aurora, actually."

[Anastasia]

"Syllen has nothing to do with this, as far as I know," Makaril notes. "The Empty Knight used to be a Mystran. He studied the Weave a great deal but ultimately left for his own pursuits. I don't know what, I only know the name because Mystra herself warned me of him. That he may not be immediately hostile, but it would be best if I left him be."

[Nephrite]

Moore nods. "I see. Hm... I wonder if Lady Mystra would know more about it, then... the spell didn't point me towards her but to you, but there may have been a reason behind that."

He leans back. "Does the term 'The Anathem' mean anything to you at all?" He asks.