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The Dweomer of Akkad - [ A Fire Emblem-like RPG! ]

Lyun: "On my own... terms..."

He repeats the few words of Iddin's speech that resonated the most with him. The turning of the gears in his head is clear to see, and he soon stands taller than before. Lyun pays the Hellions no more than a nod before silently walking out of the tent and away from their camp. None of the Hellions attempt to stop the man, no more than a shout or two from the few veterans. Lyun walks, and doesn't look back.

The Dweomer of Akkad - [ A Fire Emblem-like RPG! ]

Lyun: "Those who crave power make questionable choices."

The brute's words are low in both tone and volume. While not a huge shift, his change in posture makes it rather clear how this has him on edge. A lower stance, eyes slowly shifting from Hellion to Hellion, hands ever so slowly approaching his weapons. The band isn't yet a second family for him, and it shows.

Lyun: "I live for my people. Those who crave power are not my people. I have no care for sides and I live for my people... Do with that what you will."

The Dweomer of Akkad - [ A Fire Emblem-like RPG! ]

Whole once more. The theurg's methods and beliefs may be arguable, but the results speak for themselves. With newfound strength, the brute however leaves his side, running down that side hallway towards Etor and the remaining Scorpion. The kid might be talented and more than able to hold his own, but in Lyun's mind there's no shaking the feeling of them all being responsible for him.

_{Lyun moves 6 tiles to 17-15.}

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The brute's body was getting heavier with each wound, more and more difficult to keep upright as his blood slowly painted the stonework flooring below. Quite the danger for a band of mercenaries to find themselves in: ambushed, surrounded, bloodied. And yet, in a matter of seconds, Lyun is reminded of the motives behind his choice. Why join the Hellions? Because a grim situation was just about to become yet another tale, whispered in disbelief, of those crimson dogs defying the odds.

With the scorpions going down one after another, Lyun soon feels his body become lighter yet rigid as the divinely-touched theurg works his incantations. He takes a few heavy steps, past the merchant, desperado and warrior, giving each a simple nod.

Lyun: "Leave, Gesties. The field of battle is no place for the likes of you. Too much of a coward to join them in death." His words grate against his throat as he pulls an arm back. Two quick axe throws before the last ambusher can even react, leaving him a red mess of meat and blood.

_{Lyun moves 3 tiles to 11-15 and attacks Agga with his Hand Axe. Hits twice for a total of 28 damage, killing him. Gains 51 XP.}

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The Dweomer of Akkad - [ A Fire Emblem-like RPG! ]

Sounds echo from further on, but still nothing in sight. As Lyun catches up with the rest he notices a cracked wall. Any secret alcove has a chance of being a yeek hiding spot or a holding cell of sorts for the Scorpions. And even if not, there might be something neat for his more greedier companions to nab.

The brute readies his weapon, a silent gesture warning the nearby Ashür, and damages the wall more than it already is, filling the halls with the loud sound of metal against stone.

_{Lyun moves 6 tiles to 9-16 and attacks the cracked wall with his hand axe for 16 damage. Gains 1 xp.}

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The Dweomer of Akkad - [ A Fire Emblem-like RPG! ]

A locked door. The band's thief would have to deal with that, if and when he deemed it necessary. With the main group walking further ahead, Lyun simply backtracks towards them.

_{Lyun moves 6 tiles to 9-22.}

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The Dweomer of Akkad - [ A Fire Emblem-like RPG! ]

Splitting isn't exactly the best plan to move forward. Not that the young Hellions seem to have a plan that isn't simply moving forward. Still, both Yeeks and fellow humans could be just around the corner.

Lyun moves deeper into the branching path, scouting just enough to continue holding the corridor with his frame. Heavy steps on the rough stone below, wordlessly announcing his arrival.

_{Lyun moves 4 tiles to 5-24, readying his hand axe for battle.}

The Dweomer of Akkad - [ A Fire Emblem-like RPG! ]

Lyun: "Agh..."

His wounds sting to say the least, no point in acting like they don't. Despite that, retreat hasn't yet entered the brute's mind. Still... There are choices to be made. He is not alone in those ruins, and not the only one looking to better himself through adversity.

And so, with a single step, Lyun opens himself up as a choice for the band's two theurgs: rush ahead and get some healing training or stay back where it is safer. The choice is theirs, and he isn't one to make it for them.

_{Lyun moves 1 tile to 9-24 and attacks Yeek Warrior #8 with his hand axe. He hits and deals 16 damage, killing it for 18 EXP.}

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Lyun: "You, other side."

The brute addresses Gesties, pointing to the east-bound corridor before moving towards the opposite one. His bloody hand axe at the ready, Lyun blocks off the passage in its entirety, hoping to prevent further unwanted surprises.

_{Lyun moves 6 tiles to 8-24.}

The Dweomer of Akkad - [ A Fire Emblem-like RPG! ]

The Hellions find themselves thrown off balance. Flanked, wounded and uncoordinated to top it off. It would require a bit more waiting to find out if, and how much, they would pay for it. Between the theurg's pained spiel pushing them to action and the red bastard's gaze warning them to stay put, Lyun defaulted to simple offense.

He runs ahead, positioning himself behind Siris as he tussles with the massive Yeek ahead. His battle axe sheathed, one hand goes to move the young Hellion out of the way while the other one lobs his hand axe straight for the Yeek's midsection.

_{Lyun moves 6 tiles to 10-28. He equips his hand axe and attacks Red Yeek, dealing 14 damage and killing it, gaining 52 EXP.}

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