While Chikage was talking, Yamato looked over his shoulder to check on Amiti, who stopped crying and even pet the hamster despite having bitten him. The hamster accepted Amiti's presence at the table, and joined his brethren in taking a nap. As he listened to her speech, it was clear that his assumptions were correct, and that there were forces far grander than anyone could have guessed involved. Yamato flinched at the mention of the Marionetteer clan, since it brought up horrible memories from a more vulnerable time in his life, when he wasn't yet prepared for the malice of the human heart. There was fortunately a clue to his nemesis' movements: Edward Harker. If he could find this man, he will also find Orihime. 

However, it was the mention of the lunar eclipse that caused him to blink. He remembered having read scriptures about the phases of the moon, and the terrible power they had over the world. If a group like that were to rend the boundaries of the worlds apart, it would be nothing short of the apocalypse. They had to prepare, and to go out there with clear objectives in mind, keeping close communication so they could find this Harker. But they were an unorganized rabble of mercenaries and hunters. They would need someone to keep them focused; a clear voice in the sea of confusion, a beacon of light to guide them through the void. Having decided on what to do, Yamato answered Ketsui's questions:
[color=92278f]"Yes, that is correct. The Four Dark Devas of Destruction derive their power from the art of Awakening, which is channeled through me, a master of the technique. They may look like mere mammals, but their souls are grand as a towering mountain, and their spirits fierce as a thunderstorm. Many Beastmasters have attempted to tame their fury, but failed to understand the nature of the wild ones. They do not realize that you must form a bond of the heart with them, and to nurture them so their greatness blossoms forth and matures into the force that would destroy this world. If you wish to learn more, you must ask me another time, for I must now make a fated announcement."[/color]

That said, Yamato stood up, and addressed the Chasers in the cafe with his booming yet collected voice.
[color=92278f]"My fellow Chasers, hunters of the dark, and slayers of the wild. As you have heard from the Herald of Horror, members of our league have been targeted by a foul conglomerate of capricious killers, with a few of their member's identities already unveiled, such as a certain Edward Harker to name an example. The Herald's assumption that they will use the lunar eclipse to their nefarious purposes is one we cannot ignore under any circumstances. They must be stopped at all costs, lest this world fall into oblivion. To do so, we must be organized into groups fit for each task we must achieve, of which there are three in all."[/color] 

Yamato paused before continuing.
[color=92278f]"First we must apprehend the Yellow Jackets that prowl the city, and exile them, by force if necessary. There is also a possibility they may give us more information, so their deaths should be considered first. The second objective we have is to continue the work of exterminating any Stray we find. While not as dire as what we are facing, they must still be kept an eye on so they won't overrun the city. Lastly, we must organize a scouting party to search for any signs of Edward Harker or his colleagues. This mission would require skills of subterfuge and stealth, so I will take part of this operation. Now, without further ado, let us celebrate our coming victories, and feast upon the earthly delights the Herald has gifted unto us, for which I am grateful. [b]Cheers![/b]"[/color] Yamato shouted triumphantly as he raised his cup of coffee.