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[color=FIREBRICK][b][h3]MALAKAUS FIREBELLY[/h3][/b][/color][/center]

Malakaus quietly watched as the scene around her went from mage brawl in an alley way to a a gathering of weirdos. Now, Malakaus always figured himself an odd one, but he's usually perceptive enough to keep his wits about him. The rest of these people though? Now these were some strange ones. As he was speaking to Vesta some strange woman arrived to announce what she had witnessed, as well as grope Vesta. Malakaus's glare was hidden by his helmet. Vesta obviously didn't appreciate that, and Malakaus didn't either. A random blond stranger arrived to further explain what had happened, adding in his observation that the wannabe hero wasn't seriously trying to harm Vesta for some reason or another. So on top of causing a fight out of some foolish mistaken identity, this hero dishonors the purpose of a blade by holding back. Finally, Vesta was able to give her part of the story, where she confirms that she was attacked because the wannabe hero mistook her as his underling. She fought to protect herself and possibly would have killed the hero if Malakaus had arrived.

Sighing, Malakaus figured this would have to do. He would keep an eye out for this "Hero" and make sure he doesn't cause any trouble. Ideally, with a stern talking to. But if necessary Malakaus would show him what you're suppose to do when you your a blade. [color=firebrick]"I see. Well then, thank you for your time, Vesta Celestia. As for the rest of you... Gods, quite a bunch we have here. How about we sojourn somewhere more comfortable then this dusty alley way?"[/color] Malakaus jerked his thumb towards a fairly rowdy tavern just down the street, his original destination. Regardless of who was actually going to accept his deal, he did sweeten it by mentioning one more thing. [color=firebrick]"And if it's working you're looking for, then I do have a quest in mind. Those interested should come with me."[/color]

Malakaus walked towards the tavern. He noticed an odd sight of someone wearing what appeared to be a bird suit... If this rag-tag group was any indication, Malakaus guessed that he now had this freakshow in his entourage. No matter. The bird can follow or he can continue hiding behind the corner. As long as he stayed out of trouble then Malakaus didn't intend to make trouble. Upon entering the tavern the knight's massive frame gained the attention of a few, most who were concerned about why a knight just entered such a lowly establishment. But he wasn't here to arrest anyone or looking for a criminal, but just a drink. He brought himself a private room for a group to ensure that if those from before were going to tag along, they would have plenty of space without having to rub elbows with any unsavory characters. 

[@Sir Lurksalot][@Lunarlors34][@Seirei No Hai][@dabombjk][@Spriggs27][@Noodles][@Forett]

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[color=FORESTGREEN][b][h3]ATISHA ELUVIAN[/h3][/b][/color][/center]

Atisha followed the spooked guardsmen all the way to the Iron Bell headquaters. Atisha was meaning to visit this place at some point today, though she didn't imagine it'd be under these circumstances. Not exactly a warm welcome. Oh sure, this Maria person was being as polite as she could, but her grunts seemed about as compete as a village militia. What sort of operation was she running, that a common vagrant from the slums could break into a castle? Atisha worried for this place if it was ever legitimately attacked. Probably won't even last a day. 

[color=forestgreen]"Malakaus? No. And I'm afraid it is rather urgent. I saw some smoke rising from a building in the city, as it's possibly perpetrator running across the rooftops towards the castle. Considering how a common burglar managed to sneak into what is suppose to be one of the most fortified places in Lugnica, I have no doubts that this arson will break into the castle and slaughter a few of your men before you could even step out of your room. I intend to prepare for him however, and meet with your garrison to prepare for this intruder."[/color]

The elf made no efforts to hide her disdain. While other elves may have used more cunning wordplay to both insult and compliment their host in the same sentence, Atisha wasn't that kind of elf. She was about as straightforward as a warhammer, and one of the reasons why Malakaus took to her company. Flipping her long hair off her shoulders Atisha did help herself to a cup of tea. [color=forestgreen]"And Atisha is fine. As for this intruder, I think it would be best that if he does intend to come to the castle to cause trouble, we make sure that he has no escape. I suspect he might have magic and could preform feats well beyond what a normal man could, such as jumping a great height or surviving mortal injuries. If your guards are not prepared to face such an enemy, then let us hurry to find this mad man before he continues his reign of terror."[/color]

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