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[elkmobile]

Please, for a moment, give me your attention, all of you.

My name, again, is Ashitaka. I have a request to make. Most of you don't know me very well, and I understand if you disregard this.

First, I owe you all an explanation. Where I'm from, there are gods and demons alike. Gods to guard forests and the mountains. Demons that form due to anger and hatred.

[Ashitaka undoes his sleeve, pushing it back to reveal his scarred skin.]



I was cursed by a former god turned demon where I am from. When it is done claiming my body, it will kill me. I originally asked about the spirituality of this world because I was unsure of what could help me. Lord Prima has advised that I go on a journey to the Badlands. He has given me a map and a task.

However. Lord Prima also advised that I do not venture alone. So what I ask is this: will anyone be willing to go out into the Badlands with me? It will be dangerous, so I have need of those who can defend themselves. I will be honored if you volunteer yourself, but I need to know if you can fight as well.

I also understand if you do not wish to offer your help to me. If I must go alone, I will.

Thank you.

Comments

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[winged_knight]

Ashitaka, I don't believe we've met. I'm Wing, Drift's companion, and I'd like to accompany you on your journey.

This curse sounds frightful, I'm sorry such a thing has befallen you. And the tale you tell is full of sorrow... [He seems rather disquieted.] For a deity to fall in such a way... I cannot imagine it.

I will do whatever I can to aid you.

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[elkmobile]

We haven't, but it's never too late, Wing. I'm honored and grateful that you'll be coming with us.

The god fell for many reasons. It's... a tale I can share while we're on our journey.

Thank you. I think after you, that should be enough for us for this task.

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[winged_knight]

I'm always willing to aid those in need, and if Prima has seen fit to help you, then I need not question my own hand in it.

We will have plenty of opportunity to get acquainted on the journey yes, tales will be told I am certain. [He smiles, it's obvious he feels this will be a bright point in this endeavor.]

Preparations should be made then. How long is the trip and how soon to you expect to leave?

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[elkmobile]

I appreciate your confidence.

No doubt about it. I would like to better know your people as well, if you're willing.

I am getting some energon as best as I can for everyone, as well as food for the humans. I... don't know how long it will be, but to journey out to the Badlands alone will take time. I would like to leave tonight, but tomorrow night is also acceptable. I just... it can't be held off for very long.

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[winged_knight]

Absolutely, and you as well. Our community is so diverse, I really enjoy hearing about the different worlds people come from.

I should be able to bring my own share of energon rations, don't worry about me. I know, at the very least, that it's outside of a day's flight for me. I've scouted much of the surrounding area and not encountered anything matching the description of the Badlands.

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[elkmobile]

All right, I-- ah. You... fly?

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[winged_knight]

[He chuckles. He tends to take it a bit for granted sometimes.]

I do yes. My alternate mode is a jet...

[He ponders a moment, he's not sure what level of technology you're familiar with, but he can guess based on your form of dress.]

I look a little like a giant metal bird.