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[theunluckiest]

Greetings sleepers!

[A soft warm voice belonging to a youthful face with a gentle smile appears on the network. With two fingers lightly placed on his temple, sitting on a tree stump looking just off center. His long white robes flow off camera, hiding the dirty bottom edges from sight. ] My name is Xie Lian. I've been here for the greater part of the winter season, and it's been quite [tilting his head and raising a single brow] the experience. [Managing a small wry smile at the loaded statement. ] But I'm afraid I'm still at a loss about a few things, and could use some clarification on two matters.

[With his free hand, he raises one finger up.] First off, how does one know who their patron is exactly? And what purpose do these patrons serve, or rather what purpose do we serve the patrons? [Quiet for a moment, mulling the thought over in his own mind before continuing. Another finger pops up. ]

And the second question is more general. [Honey brown eyes flash directly forward with an inquisitive gleam.] What do you all make of the pthumerians? Honestly I'm still trying to figure out my own thoughts, but getting different perspectives seems like a good place to start.

[OOC: I can adjust to prose or brackets!]

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[thevengefuldoll]

[ At first, Chin Yisou expresses confusion. His yellow eyes flicker. A gift? He wonders. Suddenly, a memory strikes. ]

Excuse me.

[ The old man exits into a tent. While rummaging through his belongings, Chin Yisou makes quite the noise! The sound of metal and clay clink against each other. As the demon returns, he smiles. ]

I have this Medallion. Yet, I'm uncertain of what it does.

[ Chin Yisou holds up the necklace with intrigue. He appears like a child sharing a trinket with a friend. Although they had just met, the demon appears happy to find new company. ]

Have you come upon a strange trinket before?

[theunluckiest]

Well many [that's almost an understatement ] but nothing out of the ordinary here. Hm, [tapping his fingers on the stump.]

Certain items need to be under specific circumstances in order for their power to be revealed. Maybe you just haven't met those conditions yet. Otherwise maybe it just holds beauty and nothing more. Either way it's a very nice piece.

[thevengefuldoll]

Oh, that's interesting. It seems that magic can be finicky regardless of power.

[ The demon pockets the medallion in his sleeves. Coming across magical items. He must be lucky. Then again...he's here. Chin Yisou's thoughts trail off. ]

If you don't mind me asking- what sorts of treasures have you found?

[ The demon smiles. ]

Perhaps you'll be lucky enough to find something of value here! Hidden well within some creature or trapped in another portal!

[theunluckiest]

[Oh. That question wasn't expected. Tapping his chin with his index finger.]

The few that stick out in my memory happen to be weaponry with extraordinary abilities. For example one particular sword had the ability to reveal one's true identity.

[But as for stumbling upon any by chance...]

Luck is rarely on my side, but increasing my odds of finding a rare treasure certainly sounds useful, but I must ask, are these portals safe?

[thevengefuldoll]

Oh, those would be useful in a place like this.

[ Chin Yisou replies. He muses on the other's statement. ]

I guess that since you're here, then luck isn't quite on your side. Perhaps there's a draw between circumstances. What would be fascinating though, is to hunt for such weapons.

[ The demon smiles like a Cheshire cat. ]

The portals are tricky, very tricky. However, they may hold magical items like the ones you've found. The only issue is that they come by chance and truly can be a danger.

[ The demon winces from the memory of a particular cultist. ]

Whats you're experience with fanatics ?

[theunluckiest]

Well nothing of value comes easy [ but he's not sure he's ready to dive into portals-]

Fanatics you mean like the cultists? [Now he's seen overly zealous people back at home, but usually their end goal was more politically motivated as opposed to the individuals running around in the other city trying to strengthen or even possibly resurrect some "god". He's not too sure what the situation is with regards to Riteior, but it's something that's been drawing his attention more and more as of late.]

[thevengefuldoll]

[ The demon nods. ]

Indeed. There's a particularly annoying cultist. I'm not sure where he is since our last encounter. Yet, you'll be able to sniff him out.

[ Chin Yisou raises a finger. ]

He's quite the nuisance but a dangerous one at that.

[ The demon's centipede appears again on screen while skittering about in circles. ]

I have to go now. It was nice meeting you on this device. May we cross paths in real time. Until then, take care!

[ Chin Yisou gives a bow and prepares to shut off the communication. ]