@Kho So you've it figured out. Énas was used to exemplify Amy Ass-ery.

@LokiLeo789 I hadn't realised that there had been so much divine interaction with Xerxes before Vowzra destroyed it. Like, I didn't know Jvan had built all these things and there were already characters being developed there. I think we had OOC reasons for destroying it the first time, didn't we? Had I read the Xerxes-related stuff more carefully I would probably have gone about destroying it a bit differently - if at all.

struck by realization

Hain are small = their huts/houses are also small. How the hell did I not realize this earlier?! This also begs the question as to how Keriss managed to fit inside one.

I don't know what you're talking about. There is no such post...

None.

At.

All.

@LokiLeo789 I hadn't realised that there had been so much divine interaction with Xerxes before Vowzra destroyed it. Like, I didn't know Jvan had built all these things and there were already characters being developed there. I think we had OOC reasons for destroying it the first time, didn't we? Had I read the Xerxes-related stuff more carefully I would probably have gone about destroying it a bit differently - if at all.

Yeah, it was great. Although in truth it was more of my blundering that destroyed Xerxes.

@BBeast Did Teknall ever have that chat with Jvan about all the raping and altering of mortal minds against their will which featured heavily in Violence's accusation against her in Stand? I know he chatted with her after Vowzra was killed, but not sure if he did talk about this matter in particular. If he didn't, the consequences might feature in a future post of mine.

@LokiLeo789 I hadn't realised that there had been so much divine interaction with Xerxes before Vowzra destroyed it. Like, I didn't know Jvan had built all these things and there were already characters being developed there. I think we had OOC reasons for destroying it the first time, didn't we? Had I read the Xerxes-related stuff more carefully I would probably have gone about destroying it a bit differently - if at all.

So Xerxes "build up" posts were built in a time loki had skipped IC content and the destruction post was also built while kho did the same.

I mean, it is cool both of you acknowledged that happened, so I don't want to sound complainy, but this a nice example of why reading your fellow man's posts helps.

@Double Capybara Beloved Cappy, a lot [alright, maybe a lot is too much. Some. Like two or three. Or something.] of my posts were done more as GM responses to player complaints xP Xerxes, in particular, was destroyed because, if memory serves, it was constantly pointed out to me that it was too far ahead given the technological limitation at the time, that aspects were not exactly 'original' etc. etc.
I would probably have destroyed it regardless, but it would have been nicer if I could make mention in the destruction post of the fact that Jvan's influence was clear in the place etc. Would have made it more in line with Vowzra's policy - and in retrospect, that is obviously one of the main reasons that drove Vowzra to do it >.>

And eh, so far all the Xerxes build-up posts I've been reading incorporate plenty of stuff - Sin interacted with Lazarus, with Illunbar's attempt to influence Xerxes, with Jvan etc. Doesn't seem like the build-up was done without reading others' ICs - I, however, did not read the Sin build-up posts and had not had any plans to interact with Xerxes at the time. It's destruction, as I say, was a GM move made due to player complaints at the time.

Edit: Yeah, my PMs with Loki confirm that Xerxes was destroyed to allow others an opportunity to catch up technologically while Sin rebuilds. My explanation of it to you also, Cappy, on page 402 or something.

This...is somewhat glorious. Woah.

Edit: also I've updated the great summary and it now goes up to page 14

@Commodore when are you jumping in eh?

The situation's very hectic lately in my country. the resistance has distanced itself from the politicians that lead the opposition and are now going their own way, announcing massive, effective national protests every other day. Some military dude turned up saying he was now in open rebellion against the government (not many people believe him much with me being one of the doubters, but there is a video of one of his helicopters shooting at a government building). People are hunting down and killing the occasional government-funded thug as well.

The last one makes my heart jump with joy every time I find out another one's been caught.

In other news, I really want to get back into writing every day, but it's proving really hard to do so... I've also been meaning to make an Astarte page in the wiki, but yeah.

Edit: I updated the Astarte sheet in the characters tab. It's not great I know but it's temporary while I finish the arc with the Beast and Brown and Astarte's biggest character development session is finished.

@Frettzo Dude, with how things are developing, I might start asking you to provide proof of life posts in the OOC. Writing here and keeping up with stuff is one thing but that's civil war territory. I know it might be a tired question at this point, but are you safe where you are?

theguardian.com/world/video/2017/jun/…

At this point, I don't think anyone's safe. I've stopped going to university because the government thugs have started attacking Unis- Last friday they besieged my own uni for about 5 hours and there were gunshot wounds dealt to students.

I think I'll live, but that depends on if things go really south or not. If I don't show up for months it probably means the situation got to me. Whether that means my death, lack of electricity or lack of internet connection, remains to be seen.

@Frettzo I'm not there, so I can't judge the situation clearly. However, from where I'm sitting, things aren't really looking like they're getting better. I'm not going to ask you to run, only that you know your way out, man. Stay safe.

@Frettzo When I saw the news you leapt into my mind right away. The most important thing is that you look after yourself and do your utmost to stay safe or get out however you can. Just keep us updated on your situation if you can - all we can really do at this stage is provide moral support.

Hey Kho, can you summarise this post for m-

286 - Teknall, Conata, Kinesis - Teknall take his children on a world tour. They see: the Fractal Sea and Jvan, 'the engineer of flesh'. Conata is at peace with this idea, but Kinesis is rather unsettled. They see the Sparkling Sea and Teknall tells them of the haughty but amicable Zephyrion. They see the Firewind and the beginnings of civilisation there. They see the Venomweald and Teknall warns them about it. Conata takes heed, but Kinesis appears intrigued. They see the ogres living not too far from the Venomweald. They see the Changing Planes and Teknall talks of the evil Vestec. The girls are surprised and saddened to learn of evil gods existing. They see Grot's massive lake-sized footsteps. They see the Deepwoods and are told about the tragic Slough. They explore the woods for some time. They see the brush beasts in the Gilt Savannah. They see there a hain village and Toun is mentioned. Kinesis senses the slightet disapproval towards Toun in Teknall's voice. They see the Darkened Spires, created by the vanished Julkofyr. They see the moons and mention is made of Vulamera and how she gifted each one to a god - such as Kyre the good man. Mention is made of Vestec's destruction of Lex, the inflexible Logos' moon, and Vowzra's intervention. They see the White Ocean and Cornerstone, and are told about the unattainable nature of Toun's perfectionist tendencies. Teknall proudly shows them the Ironheart Ranges. They see Mount Bormahven and are told about the honourable and true Ull'Yang and Yang'Ze. They see the Hilt. They see the Valley of Peace and are told about the kind, caring, but overzealous Niciel. Teknall notices some things in the north and reports them to the girls, and tells them about the mysterious, Logos-like Vowzra. They don't like him much. They see the Angels. Thye see humans. They see the Urtelem, created to counteract things like Ashlings. They see clashing storm djinnis. They see Xerxes, and Teknall is surprised but its existence, and indignant at not being involved in building it. He senses Sin also. They visit Shalanoir and are told about Phantasmagoria. They see a tribe of Quara Korala. They see Alefpria and are told about the Lifprasillians and the peculiar, ambitious, but benevolent and noble Lifprasil. They visit a Rovaick settlement in the southern Ironheart Ranges. It appears that they are here so Conata can teach the Rovaick metal making. She gets overexcited and scares everyone away. They come back after a bit. She makes a metal hammer for them and they get excited. Conata makes hammers for them all! Teknall comes back and tells Conata that she needs to teach, not just make. Eventually, Teknall takes Conata to a tedar family, Choukkud and Wutni, with whom Conata is to stay. The purpose of this, it appears, is to learn kindness. Both Kinesis and Teknall are clearly distraught at this separation, but they face it bravely nevertheless. Awakening in the morning, Conata has only the vaguest memory of the previous day - she greets Choukkud as her father.

I mean, a Conata post deserves a more detailed summary, no?

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Oh, right, we have a wiki page... I forgot I have to complete Helvana's entry in there.

Wait...what?! We have a wiki page?! Dude! May I have the link? Also, I'm a bit lost as to what to have Athanasios do next. I Want him to level up and do something purposeful, but I just can't seem to find even a half-reasonable excuse for it.
I blame summer school.
You're basically teaching yourself.
Math.
I fucking hate math unless it involves me getting more money or music from the iTunes store.

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Wait...what?! We have a wiki page?! Dude! May I have the link? Also, I'm a bit lost as to what to have Athanasios do next. I Want him to level up and do something purposeful, but I just can't seem to find even a half-reasonable excuse for it.
I blame summer school.
You're basically teaching yourself.
Math.
I fucking hate math unless it involves me getting more money or music from the iTunes store.

http://divinus-ii.wikia.com/wiki/Vestec

Oh that's right Vestec needds to visit you too.

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http://divinus-ii.wikia.com/wiki/Vestec

Oh that's right Vestec needds to visit you too.

Why does that sound ominous?

Reading (and re-reading, I was reading! I swear! Just not everything...) these posts is getting me really quite pumped up.
But Termite, thank the mighty @Frettzo for summaries because without them I would have no bloody clue about what's happening in your posts xDDD

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Why does that sound ominous?

It's fine! Really! Ask anyone here. Meeting Vestec only ends in fun and delight for all.