voice; un: maelfaecence

[malefaecence]

Type:Voice
Sender ID: malefaecence (Malleus Draconia)
To: General
Subject: Questions: Magic, Travel & Rifts
Warnings: None

[ Malleus is not one to use technology much, especially phones, but he is today. ]

Good afternoon, for those who are unaware, I am Malleus Draconia. I have some inquiries for all of you.

Since my arrival, I have learned that if you had magic back home you can acquire a tattoo to use it here. Or if you had no magic, you can gain it through the same process. However, what I'm most curious to learn is if someone lost their magic before arriving in this world, would the tattoos be able to give it back to them or could they only acquire the magic found here?

[ Only two people know why Malleus is asking about this, and it's likely to stay that way. ]

As for another of my inquiries, I'm well-aware that finding this Rift-Creating Artifact is quite the monumental task and likely means the end of our journey here for many. That there is no true rhyme or reason to who comes and who leaves as of yet, but any information you may have on the Rifts and your discoveries on how they work would be greatly appreciated. I wish to invest some of my time into learning how these Rifts work or at the very most, being able to manipulate them to some extent.

[ And Malleus has a lot of time to spare. ]

For those with the ability, whether it be by ship or some other means, have you ever ventured on a different path than the leviathans? Tried traveling beyond what seem to be their destinations. Would anyone be interested in trying such a thing?

[ There's a bit of a pause where one might think Malleus has ended the feed or lost his train of thought. Either way, he obviously had a lot on his mind - a curiosity that has grown the longer he spent time here. ]

My last question is perhaps a bit more personal for those who wish to share their answer. If given the choice, would you remain here in this world or go home? Is there a reason you would prefer to stay?

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un: haveaflare; voice

[haveaflare]

Well-met, Ser Draconia. I am Dion Lesage.

[After a beat, he continues.]

For the first, I did have to acquire a tattoo to access the abilities afforded me upon my own star, and they were acquired well enough, even though I had exhausted the breadth of my Aether before my arrival. I'm told we also have access to other magicks here, whether we possess those of our own or not. I have yet to explore this theory.

For the second, as Kaveh has already mentioned, Captain Cid and our crew seek the relic of which you speak and we welcome any and all who would be willing to join that quest. I would be more than willing to lend what aid I may to the exploration of uncharted waters.

[And the pause here mirrors Malleus' own before he finishes.]

Our crew seeks the relic that many of us might remain. For several among our number, it is the only chance at a life of our own we have.

[malefaecence]

A pleasure to meet you, Lesage.

[ Interesting. This is perhaps the first person who spoke of having exhausted what Malleus assumes to be his magic. ]

You had very little magic ability remaining upon your arrival? Do you find your experience acquiring the tattoo and regaining your magic different from those who simply lost it upon entering this world?

[ Another person naming this Cid individual for the relic. ]

I have no intention on joining a crew at this time, but if you require an extra hand when your crew is actively following a lead, I would like to be included. If it's not much trouble. As I do not have a ship of my own, I will need to reacquire one of my abilities as this place has decided to make a mockery of it before we take to uncharted exploration.

[ A sigh, because his baby dragon form isn't going to get very far nor will he be able to carry any passengers. Oh, this is possibly very relevant information. ]

You speak of freedom or continued existence?

[haveaflare]

The pleasure is mine, Draconia.

To be frank, I was dying. I had exhausted all my reserves before my travel through the rift. I have no memory of the journey, in fact. I was quite unconcious, but the process of rekindling Bahamut's Aether and accessing it did not differ to my knowledge, no.

[A pause here as he nods once, then remembers he is, in fact, only communicating through voice.]

Of course. I mean not to presume, and we often partner with like-minded individuals who claim no place within our ranks. [But he does chuckle here slightly.] I would urge caution, even if this ability of yours is acquired. We know not the distance beyond the charted courses. Even my wings would be strained after a time.

[Dion also is a baby dragon when he transforms, but even large Bahamut would be tasked after a while.]

Both. Those possessing of magic on my star have much decided for us, in myriad ways, though some of us have also given quite literally all we might to change that fate. In Escordvi, that need not be our end.

[malefaecence]

[ A very long pause as he considers Dion's words. ]

I see. That is very helpful information, thank you.

[ If he could only... ]

Your offer is appreciated, however. [ Since Malleus often feels like he must be invited places. "Wings"? ] While I'm uncertain how far my own wings can carry me, my magic should suffice to help cover most distances.

[ Since he doesn't draw on his magic to be in his dragon form, unlike the Eikons, he could easily go quite far. Funny how similar fae and Eikons are. ]

I'm sorry to hear this of your world. So this place is a refuge and a new beginning for you and your brethren.

[haveaflare]

You need not thank me. I only pray it is as helpful as you say.

[And he actually means that.]

If an expedition is organized, I shall contact you. Those seeking the relic are all of one mind, after all. Be it to return or to remain, we seek to control the commencement of the journey.

[Yes, but--]

There is but one certainty of which I would warn: your abilities must needs be granted by the mark provided. If you seek to delve into secrets the Leviathans, whose magic fuels our tattoos, would rather remain hidden, relying upon your own abilities rather than something more...substantial would be folly. They allow you to use your magic through your mark. They can just as easily take it away. If you were to journey beyond the reach of mundane travel, you may well be trapped beyond rescue. An exploratory vessel would be recommended.

And yes, it is both. Escordvi is a world of singular beauty, mystery, and wonder. I do not mind coming to call it home. I take it you have traversed the rifts but recently?

[malefaecence]

Only time will tell, I suppose.

[ Time and the "luck" of this relic at the moment. ]

Interesting, I will take this information into account when planning any future expeditions into the unknown. It seems that free travel is not an easy task and this brings up even more questions that may not yet have an answer. My plans will have to be extensive for exploration.

[ With the information he's getting from Benadikta, he may need to commission a flying ship. ]

I arrived during Ghoul's Moon month, but these questions have been on my mind for some time. Before I posed them to the public, I researched what I could.

[haveaflare]

There is a manner of travel that is useful for returning to places once reached, a Ring of Returning. It's enchantements can be enhanced for a price to travel to multiple locations.

[He inclines his head.]

Well, you will find no shortage of people here willing to assist in what way they are able.