Keahi's Journal
I have agreed, along with my companions, Haze and Dream (along with dream's entourage) to find the man Crimson Tempest. Of course I have no idea what he looks like, how he acts, or what to expect from him and the only thing I do know for sure is that he is associated with a Yozi Cult of some kind and is headed to Sijan--but that's the least of my problems. My real problem right now is that damned rude Solar! He refuses to tell his name to anyone, saying that it doesn't matter and no one will care or perhaps it's that he just won't say his name to me. Even that aside, I aboor his callous view of his gift. I can say, without reservation, that I would happily give up everything to be chosen by the sun, and it infuriates me that he can spit on it like so much trash. Such people surely are not worthy of the gift. I would like to think I can help him see the light, but I get the feeling he is the type of idiotic pig that can't see past his next meal, much less into the future.
ANd that thing he rides is terrifying and most likely an affront to nature.
The only truly good news is that I have gotten the others to agree that it would be better to take a little time and research any cults to get an idea of what we're going up against. Haze and Dream agreed on the principle that it is better to be prepared, the rude solar on the basis that I will put his meals in the table. It disgusts me that a Solar is so easily swayed from his mission. I never understood the Usurpation-until now. Oh Dragons that was horrible to say! And yet, if they had all started acting like that--Grandfather would have my head for these thoughts. I should just be grateful that he's at least willing to compromise a little.
Although I am glad I will be able to look up information, I dislike that I must do so while trapped in Nexus. I will admit that there are nice places in the city--some how Dream got us in one without a single mention of payment (What IS he?!) but I will be glad to leave this place. I left my companions to begin my hunt. I am guessing that the library here in Nexus will contain little that I have not already studied at the Heptogram, but there are always other sources. I managed to locate one in the dirtier parts of Nexus. The woman who runs it was, understandably, upset when I first arrived on her doorstep, but was very willing to let me use her resources. The fee was a bit on the ridiculous side, but then, I suppose my request was as well. For the half hour I had, I was able to locate four possibilites: The Pale Lotus Cult, The Cult of the Eyeless Face, Emerald Sword, and Peaceful Rose. All of these cults operate near Nexus and it is likely that Crimson Tempest is attempting to spread them north. Sijan may be his ultimate goal, but he may be making stops along the way. Of course that's all speculation. THis is not much to go on, but with this narrowed down I can contact some of my old professors and my grandfather for more information. Of course, it may not matter since it seems I'm being offered the chance to join one of these cults--and from the way that I am tactfully being surrounded I fear it will be a chance that I can not pass up. I hope my companions will give me chance to explain before letting the Solar unleash his walking carpet on me.
ANd that thing he rides is terrifying and most likely an affront to nature.
The only truly good news is that I have gotten the others to agree that it would be better to take a little time and research any cults to get an idea of what we're going up against. Haze and Dream agreed on the principle that it is better to be prepared, the rude solar on the basis that I will put his meals in the table. It disgusts me that a Solar is so easily swayed from his mission. I never understood the Usurpation-until now. Oh Dragons that was horrible to say! And yet, if they had all started acting like that--Grandfather would have my head for these thoughts. I should just be grateful that he's at least willing to compromise a little.
Although I am glad I will be able to look up information, I dislike that I must do so while trapped in Nexus. I will admit that there are nice places in the city--some how Dream got us in one without a single mention of payment (What IS he?!) but I will be glad to leave this place. I left my companions to begin my hunt. I am guessing that the library here in Nexus will contain little that I have not already studied at the Heptogram, but there are always other sources. I managed to locate one in the dirtier parts of Nexus. The woman who runs it was, understandably, upset when I first arrived on her doorstep, but was very willing to let me use her resources. The fee was a bit on the ridiculous side, but then, I suppose my request was as well. For the half hour I had, I was able to locate four possibilites: The Pale Lotus Cult, The Cult of the Eyeless Face, Emerald Sword, and Peaceful Rose. All of these cults operate near Nexus and it is likely that Crimson Tempest is attempting to spread them north. Sijan may be his ultimate goal, but he may be making stops along the way. Of course that's all speculation. THis is not much to go on, but with this narrowed down I can contact some of my old professors and my grandfather for more information. Of course, it may not matter since it seems I'm being offered the chance to join one of these cults--and from the way that I am tactfully being surrounded I fear it will be a chance that I can not pass up. I hope my companions will give me chance to explain before letting the Solar unleash his walking carpet on me.