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aefenglom2019-11-17 08:22 pm
boneofsword) wrote in aefenglom2019-11-17 08:22 pm
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Name: Cú Chulainn and Archer Date: 11/16 Format: video |
[ View shows a small but cozy porch. The garden surrounding it seems a bit unruly, though a trained eye can tell it’s kept this way on a purpose. Here and there are signs of animal presence - it may be a hint of petalwolf in bushes, or flash of glowing eyes, perhaps it’s deep claw marks on the bark or even black tail hidden in the shadow. Despite it, the place looks cozy, and it’s accentuated by simple seating (with a blanket thrown over it) that Caster is currently sprawled on, and a low table that the Watch is set upon, as seen from the angle. His expression attentive but not focused on the Watch itself, eyes following someone moving behind it. Moments later a dragon — Archer — joins him and stays a bit behind, resting one hand on Caster’s shoulder in rather casual but tender gesture.
That’s the moment where they both turn to the Watch itself, and Caster has a brief “ah shit, so that was already on” realization cross his expression before turning serious. He’s the one who speaks first. ]
Hey, it’s been quite a while. Some of you might remember still those few feeds from Dorchacht— feels like it was so long ago and as if it was yesterday, huh? Not fun memories to return to, but there’s a reason I’m stirring them, so bear with me.
Back then, I made a little call to arms about seeking the way into the door under the Coven there, how together with a friend we’ve found out that whatever is beside those door, fuels the enchantments on the wall?
I never made a follow-up, so here it is.
[ It's been busy, it's been crazy. Maybe a bit of it was to get some distance too. And make sure everyone involved are on the same page. ]
Turns out, crazy thing, several of ours have been taken there. Fang, Myr and Arthur. [ Ursula and Eren as well, but that was agreed to be kept silent ] Whenever you’d get infected by Cwyld, they would take you there to help. To cleanse, albeit in a different way than how they do it here.
[ That’s where Archer interjects with his usual frown. ]
They use blood instead of fire, cutting the infected area first carefully to not damage any tendons and then pour blood from the healthier part into it. Apparently the process doesn’t leave any scars. And those who left the room found their memories to be fogged as if everything happening was just a dream.
[ Caster turns to him with a stare that is slightly exasperated at which Archer simply rolls his eyes. ]
Yeah, I was thinking of leaving out that detail. But that’s not all there it was.
With a bit of planning, clever workings and expertise of a few dedicated people like Sokie and Steve— [ And also Nel, Geralt, Everett, and Zelda again preferring to not having their names connected to this. Probably wise choice ] —this team managed to put two of us behind these doors again, with one clear goal. Learn everything that's possible.
[ Caster makes a pause, oh he made a plan how to tell about this, but going back to those events isn’t as easy-breezy as it was supposed to be. Archer squeezes his shoulder and continues instead. His voice is surprisingly calm and emotionless. ]
Inside resembled infirmary, with several heavily sedated Monsters on beds. Many of them had scars and bandages that could hide any number of burns or lacerations. Some of them, though, had a kind of blue glow beneath the bandages. Witches explained that it’s to keep the patients stable and safe. However, when they touched the walls from time to time the glow intensified for a moment.
That’s not all. [ Archer’s frown deepens, but the only hint of discomfort may be a slight narrowing of his eyes as he continues in the same voice. Despite the disturbing story neither his expression changes nor his voice wavers. ] Behind a curtain hid another door, leading to a locked room. Those inside were Witches, in a similar state to the Monsters - unconscious but without any marks of infection or injuries. Each had glowing runic tattoos. The whole place felt like a crypt and not the infirmary.
[ Kind of like these that cover Caster’s arms. ]
—batteries. [ Caster cuts into it, it might cut the description short, yes, but gets straight to the point. So it can get over with. ] They were used as batteries to power the enchantments on the Walls. Their magic slowly drained away as they slept there. One could guess that’s the fate of dissenting witches.
[ It’s very Dorchacht style, really. Waste no resources, efficient in its horrors. ]
Those who should have learned about all of this did. Time will show what comes out of it. [ Archer adds with a light shrug. Who knows what the gesture means, does he disagree with leaving it to Dorchacht resistance or does he prefer it off his hands. This means both Nessie and the Resistance were informed, but since they all agreed that maybe they don’t want their ties officially stated, it’s better to hint at it. It’s pretty obvious given the circumstances, but better safe than sorry as they say. ]
｢ OOC NOTE due to shuu hiatus, Caster's replies might be sparse. we welcome you to threadjack all around ｣
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