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citynet2023-09-06 09:21 pm
nomoresharks) wrote in citynet2023-09-06 09:21 pm
@hythlodaeus | text
I've an odd question to ask, if you'll indulge me.
Let us say a world exists where all work toward the betterment of their world, where none go without, and no one need be separated from their loved ones before they could bid farewell. Each day is peaceful and productive, and you know your place within it. You need not leave until you are ready, and only when you feel fulfilled.
Would you choose to live in this world or the one you came from? Why?
And to those who know why I ask this question, I pray you answer as well, and do so honestly. I promise 'tis in the spirit of keeping an open mind.
Let us say a world exists where all work toward the betterment of their world, where none go without, and no one need be separated from their loved ones before they could bid farewell. Each day is peaceful and productive, and you know your place within it. You need not leave until you are ready, and only when you feel fulfilled.
Would you choose to live in this world or the one you came from? Why?
And to those who know why I ask this question, I pray you answer as well, and do so honestly. I promise 'tis in the spirit of keeping an open mind.
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[Says area man who arguably shares the most traits in common of any of the Scions with said bastard and will absolutely not be admitting to it, no sir.]
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[says area man just digging his own grave deeper all the while]
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Approximately how much sulking would you say your day consists of?
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i have more important things to do with my time
unlike some people evidently
[honestly he's just a parody of himself at this point]
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And your favorite thing to complain about?
[And Hythlodaeus is not about to let this go.]
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you're already well acquainted with my answer to THAT
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Well.
His colleagues. Not so much your own.
Though I do suppose the difference is unique enough to allow at least one difference between the two of you.
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not that THAT was ever a question to begin with
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Depends on the lighting I'd say.
Though I'll give you points on *any* of us when it comes to fashion.
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did it never get tedious, the conformity?
i recall our individuality being remarked upon once
"children wearing costumes", i think we were called
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Or at least it was. Now it's almost normal.
I never asked if anyone else felt the same. Mayhap I've merely a soft spot for costume.
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i admit i hardly comprehend the reasons a society would be so adherent to stamping out all semblance of individuality
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[So he sends, but his own actions make clear that he himself doesn't fully subscribe to the idea--not all the time, anyway.]
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red for convocation members
black and white for others, aye?
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The vast majority of the Convocation wears red masks, but Azem's is black, to better mark them as traveler and counselor.
Elidibus's white robes are also a distinguishing characteristic, but not unique to the office. Any individual bearing white robes can be considered a trustworthy and impartial advisor in matters of their expertise. And considering Elidibus's role, such robes are something of a given.
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was that one a friend of yours, too
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Best to bottle that up with everything else. And use "is." Focus on "is."]
Not exactly. More a friend of Azem's, really. From what I've heard, he's something like a little brother to the members of the Convocation. And quite dedicated besides.
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"elidibus is my name and my duty", something like that
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let me ask you something, all vague turns of phrase aside
just how much do you want my forthright responses to commentary like that, really
you know i'm hardly the greatest of fans of some of your colleagues
you also know i've information about them that you haven't
but their deeds are theirs
not yours by association
and if you'd rather be spared them i know how to keep my mouth shut and play along
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[Except for bringing up Elidibus's age. That was admittedly a low blow on his part.]
But your experiences are different from mine. Very different.
I can't say that I *want* to hear your truth, but I can't help but feel as if I *should.* You've already painted enough of a picture of what becomes of Lahabrea.
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what good does it do you rather than make you a martyr for their choices
i once thought i knew what had become of someone i loved
twasn't easy but i made my peace with it
when i later found out there was more to it all than i ever could have imagined i near about lost my mind
sometimes the knowing isn't kind
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That knowing the world I love will be reduced to ashes.
That the chance of anything like it existing ever again is slim to none.
And that one of my dearest friends will be left with all of that *and* the duty to pick up the pieces.
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It isn't Thancred's fault, he reminds himself. The man is even going to far as to try and spare his feelings. Regardless of what he's done and who he's killed, he's not the one who caused the calamity to begin with. Perhaps not even the initial aggressor.]
My apologies. That... wasn't fair to you.
Even so, 'tis not for the sake of martyrdom that I ask. Truth be told, I think I'd make for an absolutely *terrible* martyr.
But I would at least like to hear about things from your point of view. I can't say that I'll agree with it all, but I'd also prefer not to form an opinion based on halves.
And as there's no one else around to hear it, so shall I take up the reluctant mantle of responsibility.
Star help us all.
[A weak joke, but a joke nonetheless.]
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