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Dead By Dillight Global Moderator The Trapper I have made 22,646 posts Right now I'm Offline I joined September 2015 I've received 1 like	Radiance. Sept 14, 2021 11:59:56 GMT -6 Post by Dead By Dillight on Sept 14, 2021 11:59:56 GMT -6 Long ago in a far away Kingdom known as Radiance there was a twisted Emperor, his name was Lord Ashton Malum, self proclaimed Emperor of Evil. Ashton was a powerful warlock, able to wield one of the energies that hold the Multiverse together, the power of Evil itself. His reign was long, and powerful. His minions were cruel as their master, some with their own darkest desires waiting to be unleashed. As his Empire flourished, so did Ashton. Lord Ashton grew to love a woman, a raven haired beauty named Queen Ophelia Malum-Wolf. The two grew to have two children, a son (Fark) and a daughter (Ayda) Ayda loved her father and believed firmly in Evil's might. While Fark was...different. Fark began to explore the Empire his father had created, and the was captured by a secret rebellion. It was there Fark learned of the power of goodness, kindness, compassion, but he noticed his father in spite of his name had good qualities. Compassion and love were his weakness. With newfound resolve Fark challenged his father to a duel in the throne room. He swore to end his father's evil, however Ashton was far to strong. He toyed with Fark, flung him around like he was nothing, but...as Fark theorized... Ashton could not bring himself to use the killing blow. Fark took advantage and slew his own father. With Ashton defeated, his minions crumbled next, many falling to the rebellion's hand, but a few escaped. Fark was offered to take his father's throne but he declined. A Malum would only hurt Radience...no...he had a better idea. He would construct a guild that would make sure that nothing like Ashton could ever happen again. As the new King (Thumos) took the throne, Fark formed the Heroes Guild. A group of people that dedicate themselves to finding and stomping out those who would harm others. The Heroes Guild accepts all races and as long as you plan to do good...your origins do not matter. Fark knew however some of the most powerful minions escaped so he put out a most wanted list. Carmilla Inaro: A former Elven Princess from a neighboring land that was shunned due to the fact she became a vampire. She has drained hundreds of victims and swears vengance on her former home. She viewed Ashton as her means to an end, a fact she never kept secret. Location is Unknown. Baser: A Lich that was created by Ashton himself. He is a priest of Evil's might. His power of magic and the forbidden arts is nearly unrivaled. He served Lord Ashton dutifully. Location: Captured Arriz Cain: A Half Demon who was the primary general of Ashton's army. His support was unwavering but there have been rumors that he could have been swayed to good. The reason why is due to the rumor that he has become a guard to a local lord and even has a woman in his life. Location: Rumored to be a Knight for another Lord. Zeretus: The most dangerous of Ashton's warriors, a one man army of pure death. It is said that upon his escape he carved his way to freedom by using bodies. No one has seen his true face, but most find it odd he has the name of a Centaur. Ayda Malum: Though it pains him to do it, Fark knows his sister is still out there. She needs to be found and stopped. Like their father she can control Evil energy...and with the right ingredients she could bring him back from the dead. Location: Unknown. It has been many decades since the formation of the Heroes Guild. Fark has grown older and has a son of his own who now leads the Heroes Guild: Lewis Wolf. Under his son's leadership the Heroes Guild has prospered into legend and now isn't exclusive to Radiance. It thrives now to be what it is meant to be: A place to battle the forces of evil. Little do they know that Ayda also had a child...her name is Ashley Malum, and she believes that it is time for the Emperor to return.
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Dead By Dillight Global Moderator The Trapper I have made 22,646 posts Right now I'm Offline I joined September 2015 I've received 1 like	Radiance. Sept 15, 2021 9:40:32 GMT -6 Post by Dead By Dillight on Sept 15, 2021 9:40:32 GMT -6 The pale moonlight shined across the land to the east of Radiance, a lush green fertile forest with a pathway to let in travelers in and out. This is the Kingdom of Raynet, home of powerful allies to the Kingdom of Radiance, the High Elves of the City of Chaton. In that city lies these royals, King Akkar Cranala, Queen Lenna Cranala, Princess Artin Cranala, and her wife to be Lady Radelia Balren This royal family has ruled for over a hundred years thanks to the naturally long lifespan of the elvish people. They are the picture perfect family, but looks can be deceiving. For they had another child, one that is radiant, beautiful, and a cunning warrior, yet she was long gone...corrupted by evil...and now probably slain. Radelia often asks about this mysterious older sister but no one in the royal family seems key to talk that openly about her. Though she has noticed that her bride to be is very forlorn when she asks this question. She wants to talk about her, Radelia can tell can tell. However it's best not to press when not necessary. The wedding is soon, and they can speak more about it on their honeymoon in Radiance, if at all. Radelia right now just kept that nugget for herself wandering the castle at night to stretch her legs unable to sleep for some reason. He figured that maybe a quick workout in the yard would lull her as she made her way into the yard. As Radelia made her way however, she felt something watching her in the shadows. Instinct gripped at her blade as she looked around left and right to make sure that she wasn't just tired or something else for the matter. She gripped her sword as backed away listening again as she paused in horror. The sound...Artin... she turned and ran off and tried to make her way to her bride as fast as possible. However, she felt a force strike a blow to the back of her head. Falling face first, onto the ground the only thing she could make out in her delirious state as she looked up was the attackers eyes: As Red as Rubies. Artin sat up hearing a thud near her room, then saw something open the door and move into the shadows then the door closing again, as that mysterious force of the shadows moved a chair to block people from entering. Finally it opened it's eyes and revealed itself to Artin, joy and fear filling hear heart as she knew those eyes well. Artin said "Sister!" There was silence as Artin looked at her "sister" again. "Carmilla, I knew you weren't slain. There was no way anyone could ever kill you. I'm so glad to see you again. I missed you so much. Mother and father..." A monstrous hiss came from the shadow as Carmilla responded with a fierce "They can rot for all I care, Artin" She sat on a dresser near her sibling as Artin noticed the vampirism that claimed her sister. Artin went to say something as Carmilla said "I have to get something here...then I have to leave again. I just wanted to check on you though. Loath as I am to admit it, I...want to know what's been going on with you" Artin knew that screaming in fear, or trying to fight at this moment would only result in her own death. So she did what her sister asked and said "I'm getting married, her name is Radelia and she's wonderful. She treats me right, and she has a strong sense of justice." "Not all justice that is written is true" Carmilla warned as she couldn't suppress her smile. "I'm glad to hear that. I ran into her...I apologize but I didn't want her to interfere with this conversation. She's okay, just will have a headache later." The younger sibling couldn't help but chuckle as Carmilla asked "I need to know...where is the Orb of Malice?" Artin paused at that and said "Sister, I...you still want revenge." "They were supposed to be my family. While you and I played, innocently, even after I was turned. They tried to burn me..." Carmilla stated "I don't care what I have to do...this kingdom needs a new ruler and it will be me. The only thing that will ever change is what happens after." She looked back at her sister. "I'm going to send you to a far off land from here, a place where you and your bride can be safe and happy. Living your life in peace. You were nice to me...you always are to good for me." Artin begged "Carmilla, we can work this out. It's been over 100 years. Please find forgiveness and we can start a new." "I will not forgive or forget what they have done. I ask again, where is the Orb of Malice." Carmilla demanded more harshly. "Please...sister..." Artin said "I ...I can not..." "Then I'm sorry...this will hurt for a while but know that I will hurt more from it." Artin paled as her sister looked at her right in the eyes. Artin felt herself fading as she blacked out. Carmilla asked again "Where is the Orb of Malice?" Artin said in a trance "Behind the iron maiden in the dungeon. It is in hidden behind a stone to never been seen again. Only the royal family knows where it is." The older sibling said to Artin, "Sleep then my sister" Artin closed her eyes as Carmilla unblocked the door. "I promise that I won't let you or your bride suffer. Just don't get in my way...or that peace will be in eternity." With that promise Carmilla moved and wormed her way, the shadows as her ally as she drew a dagger seeing the guarded dungeon. The Guards looked left and right, feeling uneasy whne one fell with a dagger through the neck as the other went to scream, they were silenced by Carmilla holding up the guard by the neck, her heart thumped as she could feel the blood pulsating through her hand. She resisted the urge though and snapped his neck instead. Sheathing her dagger she turned into mist and faded under the door, moving towards the iron maiden. She lifted the thing up as Carmilla moved the stone. She gently saw it...red...unassuming...and then held it in her hand. It was...empty to her. Was it all a ruse from back then? Did Lord Ashton ever really need this? Carmilla turned hearing voices and clung to the shadows, she moved slowly as she paused hearing one of the voices...it was her father. Her teeth elongated as she entertained the thought of draining the man right there but she wasn't ready...they weren't ready. She had to wait...this in sufferable waiting...she loathed it to the core. Hearing her father curse her name, as Carmilla slipped out the same way she came in...unseen and unwatched by all. She heard something though in her head "Excellent..." Carmilla grew quiet knowing the voice well. "Return to base...we need to wait for the others. As Carmilla moved she heard the voice state "The resurrection of Lord Ashton is nearly a reality."
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Dead By Dillight Global Moderator The Trapper I have made 22,646 posts Right now I'm Offline I joined September 2015 I've received 1 like	Radiance. Sept 15, 2021 21:21:11 GMT -6 Post by Dead By Dillight on Sept 15, 2021 21:21:11 GMT -6 A nervous finger gently wrapped against wood as Fark sat at the head of his family's table, a messenger got here quickly and told him the news. The Orb of Malice? Stolen? He had to inform the Heroes Guild, damning himself for not knowing sooner, or maybe even keeping that cursed object closer to him. Standing up, Fark began to move heading toward the guild but stopped as he heard a chuckling in the dark. Soon he turned and paused seeing a shadow in front of him, on instinct he drew his blade but flinched as the shadow vanished. He grew quiet, Fark knew deep down what it was...it was his sister. It had to be. They were making their move... He shook his head and the founder of the Heroes Guild had to go and find his son as soon as he can. Once he arrived though, he was dismayed, but not surprised, to not see Lewis there. He must be off on duty again, the father wanted to be mad at the son but he knew deep down in his heart that he did the same when he was his age. There was a look up as Fark smiled seeing his daughter in law in front of him, Yarin Wolf. She was sitting there patiently, polishing her staff as she looked at her father in law with such reverence. She bowed slightly as Fark sighed "Yarin, you know that makes me uncomfortable" Yarin raised her head and said "Sorry, Master Fark. It's just so rare that you would come to the Heroes Guild. Has something happen?" "Sadly yes" was the bleak response of Fark as he moved forward "Where is my son?" "He is on a mission, he won't be back until tomorrow" informed his daughter in law as Fark's face soured at the news. It better be important, because right now the Heroes Guild needs it's leader as well as it's founder. "Anything I can help with?" Fark sighed and said "Yes, I need to double check something. You have pleasant day." With a heavy heart, Fark stepped into a door that was behind the head of the table. It was a secret door that lead to the Guild's vault, a collection of various evil artifacts stolen from the hands of terrible villains. Locked away in the most secure place in the world. Slowly, Fark closed the door behind him and pressed slightly on a wall to the left. Slowly a hidden passage opened as Fark walked inside a light glow engulfing him away. Fark vanished into thin air, and then appeared in the outdoors. He walked forward as he heard rumblings and whispers in the dark. The area he was in was dimly lit, full of military personal, and on the top of the wall were massive chains. Fark paused as he followed the giant chains ignoring the whispers, the praise, the glory, now was not the time for such things. All of Radiance was in danger, and he had to make sure that no land would fall to his family ever again. Slowly at the end of the walkway there he stood, each joint shackled on each end, head supported by a noose, more chains wrapped around his middle area, there stood the only one of his Father's Minions he could capture at the time...Baser, the Lich Priest. Baser looked at Fark and said "Ah, young master, you've gotten older." "Age is relative, you old bag of bones" was Fark's sighing reply as the guards had holy weapons on standby. "The Orb of Malice has been stolen...who has it and why?" "So it has begun," Baser said with a chuckle. "I thought after so long they have all but given up but no...they never did. Our Lord is going to return." "My father, is not returning...I may be old now but I will face him again and again if I have to" was Fark's cold response. "I will not allow Radiance to sucumb to his control" "You fail to understand his power..." was the old Lich's response. "It's what makes you so much weaker than your sister" Fark turned quickly at those words "So she is alive, where is Ayda now?" A cackle came from the Lich in front of him as Fark gripped his own weapon. The room felt cold, as the Lich merely stared at him. Baser replied with a calm tone. "I don't know, you have kept me here for a long time. 100 years..." He commented "You look remarkable by the way for that..." "You know it was my father's doing..." Fark said coldly "He cursed his own children." "So you could live longer..." Baser's responded with glee "All your father did was love you" He sighed "It was his one flaw" "Where is Anya?" pressed Fark. "Where is she?" The lich thne said something cold "Three Days...." Fark paused at that as Lich said "Three Days..." once again as Fark demanded once again to where his sister was. Once again, all he got was two words. "Three Days..."
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Dead By Dillight Global Moderator The Trapper I have made 22,646 posts Right now I'm Offline I joined September 2015 I've received 1 like	Radiance. Sept 17, 2021 22:16:16 GMT -6 Post by Dead By Dillight on Sept 17, 2021 22:16:16 GMT -6 In the Kingdom of Radiance lies the small city of Crethe. It is a majestic place filled with meadows and peaceful surroundings, one would think there was not an evil soul in sight. That would be the case except, there was one, Arriz Cain, former General of Ashon's army. Or, maybe not. One hundred years is a long time, and the Half Demon has been through quite a bit since then. He's been on the run from left to right, trying in vain to escape from the Heroes Guild that hunt him like hounds .However, one day he managed to stumble into Creithe, falling face down as his legs gave out from yet another chase. Arriz awoke expecting to be in chains but he was in a bed being cared to by the servants of the Lord of the providence that Creithe lies in, Kraith Galus;. He took him in and only asked for Arriz to protect him with his life. Arriz accepted, under a new name. With that things were looking up but he still longed for his days of being a general. He still longed for the days of serving the man who was like a second father to him. That all changed when he met her, Melody Convis. He met her in the same way he was at the time. She was all alone, scared, considered a freak, with no where to run except for here. Arriz offered her kindness, at first to maintain his cover. However, like a fairytale, it was love at first sight. The two were smitten with each other pretty much instantly. To the point where two months ago, Arriz proposed, and of course Melody said yes. In fact, the wedding was in a week's time, Arriz was thinking about how they met and where his life was while getting a small break. Lord Kraith was out of town, and ordered Arriz to keep watch of the place until he came back. It wasn't that big of a deal, some bandits or town disputes, but nothing of major importance. That was until... "Arriz" Arriz locked up and looked around hearing that voice, he knew that voice. Quickly he told the servants that he needed to be in his chambers for a little while as he closed the door for privacy. Still stunned beyond belief, Arriz responded to the voice "Ayda?" "Hello old friend. I see you are doing well." responded the voice in his head confirming his suspicions. Joy filled his core hearing her again "My young lady, it is so nice to hear you again. I thought for sure you were dead...everything was so..." "It is all right" responded Ayda. She then went on, "I missed you too. However, I wish this was just a personal message of delight. I am contacting the strongest survivors of my father's reign. They must know that in two days time, my father will return to Radiance" Delight once again filled the half-demon's core until he realized what that meant for his new life he had made for himself. If Lord Ashton is truly returning, Creithe would be in trouble, Kraith would be in mortal danger, and Melody... He shook his head. Surely Lord Ashton would not ruin this for him, he was loyal to his Emperor until the end. He was the mighty Ashton after all. "That's wonderful news" Arriz said quietly as Ayda grew quiet. "Lady Ayda?" "I'm not a fool, Arriz. I know you have a new life. I sense your conflict from my hiding." responded Ayda as her former general looked away. "I know of your new life. You do know that returning to my father means that your new friends will be your enemy, even your beloved Melody" "I know that" Arriz said trying not to shout. "I know that. Would he let me see him even if I don't stay?" "Our Emperor is generous" was Ayda's response "As long as you don't join the Heroes Guild that is. I don't see why this is an issue. Just beware, the others may not be as understanding as I. Come to where we used to plan. I'll see you there. " as he heard the voice fade, Arriz leaned back on his bed taking a deep breath only pausing to hear the door open and close. He turned and a smile couldn't help but to form on his face, there she was...his bride to be, his Melody. Though, she looked distressed as Arriz took note, "Melody, are you okay?" "Arriz," that caused Arriz to lock up because Melody never used his real name anymore, only his new name: Aimes. "You know I heard everything, can we talk?" "Please" Arriz said with a sigh "Please do, because I have no idea what to do" Melody made her way in and closed the door locking it this time as she sat next to him. "Arriz, you can't go back to them. You have a good life here. Kraith respects you, the town thinks of you as it's second Lord, you can just walk away right now and never go back." "Melody, it's not that simple" Arriz said with a sigh "I just want to see him again. Ashton saw something in me, he saw so much potential. He inspired me to keep climbing even after I got knocked down. He wasn't as bad as everyone said he was." "The man broadcasted himself with glee as the Emperor of Evil" Melody pointed out. "Sweetie, you don't need him anymore. As you said, you kept climbing higher and higher. Please, don't fall for him again. If he truly cared about you...he'd be happy you moved on. And it's not like you're going to join the Heroes Guild or something. You're just a good guy with a new home." she held his hand and said "And people who love you" Arriz grew silent looking at her hand upon his. His mind drifted back to when he told her everything, how scared she was. The fear in her eyes, as every dirty secret of his was revealed. Then the relief...as she told him...that his past was not what he is now. That she still loved him. Arriz simply said "You're right" Melody was elated as Arriz gave her a kiss on the lips that became more elongated as Melody broke it and poked his nose "Save it for the honeymoon" Arriz chuckled and said "I love you." he stood up and said "Thank you for talking to me sweetie." he stood up and said "I have a city to take care of. You want to join me next to the Lord's throne" Melody said "I would love to" walking with Arriz. Arriz turned quietly toward the door whispering to himself "I'm sorry my Emperor, but I don't need you anymore." as he went back to protecting his new life while his old one...faded away.
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Dead By Dillight Global Moderator The Trapper I have made 22,646 posts Right now I'm Offline I joined September 2015 I've received 1 like	Radiance. Sept 18, 2021 20:29:25 GMT -6 Post by Dead By Dillight on Sept 18, 2021 20:29:25 GMT -6 It was the third day, a cold wind blew across Radiance, the sky turbulent in omen, a sign of the words of warning that came from the Lich. Fark took a deep breath and made sure his mind and body were ready. Lewis was to return soon, but Fark prayed it would be faster than this! He sent word to his son about this day, yet he is not here .With the news from Raynet, the rumors of Arriz being alive, and now this rain. Rain is often an omen of things to come or washing away of all evil. Fark would have to pray for the latter, and pray that the security they had in place would be enough. Deep in the bowls of the prison, Baser was silent, for t he first time days. His security measures surrounding him, the guards in charge of protecting him now moving around in a circle keeping their guards up. He looked up as moved his jaw uttrering, "He's late" The guard went to say something when suddenly a spear on a rope went through his chest as he was flung into the roof. Baser chuckled a little and said "There he is" The Guards looked around as they suddenly heard a loud noise of someone landing in the front "door" as there he stood. One of the most vile and violent things in Radiance, a being that even Lord Ashton had to sometimes reign in, Zeretus. The red eyed monster that stood in front of them, the shadow that ate at it's face as the only thing that know this as a man was word of rumor. Zeretus slowly drew his blade as the guards swallowed their fear and began to attack him first shooting a follow of arrows into him to avoid getting close, but that would prove foolhearty as Zeretus moved his hand and they floated next to him dropping around him like the rain that filled that tapped on the rooftops above them. Knowing now they had no choice, the guards began a fearless charge as the monster in front of them gripped his blade and slashed forward slicing one of them in twain. Horrified, but undetured, these elite slashed at him as Zeretus blasted him back with a mystical force. Zeretus gave a low bearing hissing growl as he ducked a slash from a guard that came from behind me. He placed one hand on the ground an devilish flames licked at the base of the feet of some of the guards before a sickening eruption occured. Zeretus began walking towards, Baser but was blocked by a wall of shields and spears. Amused, Zeretus kept his blade drawn and then charged in head first into the shield wall with no fear on his face. The guards were ordered to hold, but he leaped above them as they moved their shield accordingly, and slashed down in the center severing a shield and the man holding it. He grabbed the man's spear and impaled five more. This...thing...kept it's blade next to him, as Zeretus looked at Baser gaining a smirk as he noticed some of the battle mages starting to come. As he blocked both spear and fireball, Zeretus was next to Baser and gave a massive slash causing Baser to flinch...then...a dark power began to seep in the room. Fark stood up from his chair in the heroes guild, he had to get back there as soon as possible. Something was not right, he began to head back when suddenly the teleportation device shattered underneath him. He whispered "No." knowing that something was very wrong. He had no time to moan and grabbed onto his horse to get ready to set off as soon as possible. Back at his Prison, Baser moved his hand as if he was stretching. Zeretus looked at him and said "Are we leaving now?" Baser moved his hand as the shadows that gripped behind him suddenly showered at the guards in front of them like knives impaling them all pinning them into the ground on hellish spikes. Baser noticed though that they were still outnumbered and they could not risk wasting their energy on the guard only for one of the Heroes Guild, or worse Fark himself, to show up. With one motion of his hand, shadows swallowed Zeretus and Baser. Leaving nothing but terrified guards, and the bodies of their fallen comrads in their wake. Upon arrival, there was utter silence coming from Fark as a guard approached asking "What do we do now?" Fark stated "We get Heroes"
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Dead By Dillight Global Moderator The Trapper I have made 22,646 posts Right now I'm Offline I joined September 2015 I've received 1 like	Radiance. Sept 22, 2021 12:13:37 GMT -6 Post by Dead By Dillight on Sept 22, 2021 12:13:37 GMT -6 Utter silence filled the Heroes Guild Hall upon Fark's return to it. Gently he walked as he finally saw him, his son, the leader, finally about to sit in his position of leader. Lewis asked "Father, what's wrong?" The founder growled and said "Lewis, what were you doing?" "Dealing with a pack of werewolves near Skywood. It wasn't an easy fight, father. They were prepared for us, and their leader was quite powerful." Lewis admitted sheepishly. "Didn't help they were expecting us, we had to do a tactical retreat only able to prevent more casualties but not slay the murderous beasts. That was until thankfully, we got some back up from the Skywood Heroes Guild, Anzaro, Vultog, and Selen really saved our necks." "Did we lose anybody?" Fark pressed in concern. Lewis stated "No, and no one is now a werewolf." he paused a bit and said "Well no one but Selen but she is one already, so..." "Good, Good" Lewis noticed his father's relief as Lewis went to apologize for being caught off guard but was surprised when Fark cut him off. "I need every single hero in the Heroes Guild for an emergency Rank S meeting. I mean everyone, from the novices to the elites. Please son, this is important." Lewis said "Yeah, sure dad, no problem. What's the emergency." "He's coming" was all Fark needed to say. Meanwhile in land covered in shadow and mist, Carmilla's eyes glowed as she paused seeing two approaching shadows. A small bit of delight and disgust filled her as she couldn't help but reconize them immidately. She dropped down and looked at Baser and Zeretus as they slowly approached out of the mist. "Kind of an obvious location. Isn't it?" she commented but couldn't help but contain some joy in seeing the old Lich. Baser said "Yes but that's why it's perfect. The only person of note who would be a threat to this location is Fark. However, he probably would figure we wouldn't be stupid enough to come here." Zeretus nodded as Carmilla gave only a little smile. Carmilla said "So are we it?" she sighed "That's a shame, I really thought Arriz was made of tougher stuff than to die." "He lives." the trio turned hearing a woman's voice but not the one they are used to hearing. "However, he is content where he is now. Under the false name of Aimes Justin, he values his life and his new bride to be. Sadly we have lost him, but he will not join the Heroes Guild. So he is not a traitor...just a deserter. Right now we can afford losing one, I think." Zeretus gripped his blade as Baser put his hand upon the shadowy warrior "May I ask who you are?" "Names will be revealed, right now I am to take you to Ayda Malum. Please, come this way." motioning as the group followed quietly, Carmilla keeping her eye on this strange girl who just appeared in front of her. Who was she? What did she want? Why is she here? She knew all would be awnser but why the cloak and dagger among Ashton's loyal followers? However, another question lingered, did Arriz seriously give up everything for a simple life? The young woman walked into an old looking ruined fortress, as Carmilla sighed "I never really wanted to see this place again after we conquered Radiance." Zeretus stated "Don't complain, it is what it is" As the group kept going they were lead to a...kind of persevered bedroom. It was odd, as the harsh landscape outside would prevent such a thing. However, this was intact, untouched, as the young woman opened the door, Baser entered first and what he saw almost made his Phylactery fall out of his eye socket. There sat Ayda, but not the young woman he was expecting due to Ashton's blessing upon his children. Sadness overwhelmed Carmilla too, Ayda was one of the few people she could talk about her issues and not feel like she was troubling her but she looked like she was on her last legs. Ayda looked at the group and smiled "Hello friends, I wish Arriz could be here to see me too. As you can tell, I'm not long for this world." Carmilla asked, holding back a few tears from her clearly on her last legs friend "How did this happen? Ashton's spell, it made you guy ageless. How are ..." "Oh my dear Carmilla, it's okay to shed tears upon seeing the last of me" Ayda stated "I share my father's weakness for love. I wonder if he'd be proud of me." The lich solumly asked "That doesn't explain why you are in this state" Ayda sighed forcing herself to sit up as the woman tried to move "It's okay Ashley, I'm not long for this world and they have the right to know. I have been working tirelessly to remake my father's staff and contact all of you. That amount of Evil energy, plus the mana used for it took it's toll on my body. I have no regrets of doing this. I will cling on though...I must see my father and tell him I love him." She motioned to Ashley "And that his bloodline...is secure." Zeretus paused "That is your child?" "Yes, she is." Ayda stated looking at her. "Her father...her father took me in one day when I was weak. He was a good man and he loved us both...or so I thought. When he found out my past he tried to go to the Heroes Guild as soon as possible. Instead of living Arriz's life, I had to" she had to take a break to cough up a lot. "I had to kill the one I loved to protect my daughter." Ashley said "It hurts a little but now I understand. With all my lessons of Evil's Might, I understand that my father had to die. It was to fufill the words of Malice and it was the first step to opening up my eyes" She looked at her mother and held her hand. Carmilla revealed the Orb of Malice "So I recovered this as you asked" "And I rescued bone bags" Zeretus snidely commented not feeling a bit of pity towards the situation. Ashley said "Good, we can begin then?" looking at her mother who shook her head. "We are missing something," Ayda admitted to them. "Something we're going to have to take by force now. We need the blood of the unholy and damned. We need demonic blood, just a drop. Then we can begin. However, Arriz is not here." Zeretus was quiet and said "Then I'll grab him, kicking and screaming if I have to." Ayda stated "We need subtlety in this one. Carmilla, please...bring Arriz here. We need his blood...afterwards...we can .let him go." Carmilla was quiet but looked at her old friend and sighed saying "As you command, Princess Ayda." turning away and leaving the door she whispered to herself "I'm sorry Arriz, but I need Ashton, we were so close to being ready to strike my kingdom before he fell. " Her eyes narrowed "So no matter what, I need the Emperor of Evil to rise again."
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Dead By Dillight Global Moderator The Trapper I have made 22,646 posts Right now I'm Offline I joined September 2015 I've received 1 like	Radiance. Sept 22, 2021 21:34:07 GMT -6 Post by Dead By Dillight on Sept 22, 2021 21:34:07 GMT -6 In the city of Crethe, Arriz was pacing back and forth as Melody watched him nervously.. "I really don't want to do this, Melody" "Aimes, Arriz" she held his hand "If you want to move on, Kraith has to know." She said calmly "You've served him loyally for years." The half demon was still a nervous wreck as she said that "I know, but this is a huge change," was his response as he pulled his hand away. "How's he going to react, Melody...telling you was a risk as it was. I debated for days on telling you" he admitted "It wasn't until I told myself that you deserved to know because I love you that I took that risk. I didn't know how you'd react, I just hoped for the best" he admitted taking a deep breath trying to calm himself down with very little success. "Kraith though is the Lord of this city. He's the highest ranking official here. He has both and the local Heroes Guild. I could be dead." Melody stood up and said "Arriz, come this way." she walked with Arriz and who followed her, if only to calm his nerves. "I know you're scared" Arriz looked away "But like you said, you took a risk with me because you love me." She motioned as the two of them looked out of Melody's window as she asked "Don't you love Crethe?" "Of course I do" Arriz admitted with a sigh "It's part of the reason I want to move on. This is my home, and I just want to live my life." "Then have faith in Kraith like you did with me. If you really turns against you after all you've done for him, then he's just a big fool" the half dragon bitterly said as Arriz looked at her quietly. She stated "But we know he's not" being defiant in her point of view. "Kraith is a good man, he'll understand." She looked out and said "It's time," "Okay, Melody, why did you need me to come over, I could have spoken to you in my domain." was the response of the catfolk who slowly opened the door. He looked at him and said "Aimes, there you are. I wanted to ask you something." "I have something I need to tell you first" Arriz said quietly but noticed outside a familiar silhouette: Oranos the Centaur Paladin and leader of the Crethe Heroes Guild. Arriz took a deep breath his nerves returning more and more fear approaching here. "I uh..." "Out with it, Aimes. I have a lot of things on my mind now" stated a very annoyed Kraith as he looked at Oranos outside and looked at Arriz and stated "Aimes, you're acting weird. I've told you for years, Oranos won't attack you because of your dragon blood." "It's not that sir" Arriz forced himself to say trusting his lord, trusting his home, and more importantly, trusting his love. Finally, Arriz said "Sir, I have a confession to make. My name isn't Aimes Justin." He took a deep breath "I'm the notorious General Arriz Cain." Kraith looked at him in surprise as Arriz began to nervously ramble "I'm sorry for not telling you. I lied at first to keep myself hidden, the Heroes Guild has it out for me. Even now I am praying that Oranos isn't hearing what I'm saying right now. When I came here it was to bide my time, but the longer I stayed...the more I grew to love it here. Crethe became my home." Kraith was about to say something as he said "Then came Melody and everything just feels right. I know I should have told you sooner, but sir I didn't want to ruin this beautiful new lif..." "Arriz!" Kraith stated as Arriz locked up not used to Kraith using his real name. Kraith sighed and said "That's all you wanted to tell me?" Arriz looked at him confused as Arriz's Lord said "Arriz, I already knew this." Arriz was very quiet at that as Kraith said "I was just respecting your privacy. Oranos knows too, it took a long time to convince him but you're kind of our local secret" Arriz was quiet as Kraith stated "I mean, Arriz, the name was clearly thought up on the spot. Plus, when Melody came in and I saw a real half dragon I knew for a fact that you were a half demon. It didn't take long to confirm my suspicions. Arriz, were you really that scared that I would hate you?" Arriz merely nodded as Kraith rolled his eyes saying "Arriz, your loyalty is well known and I can tell falsehood from truth" Arriz looked away "The longer you worked for me, the longer I knew that your intentions changed." "Why is Oranos outside then?" Arriz said in confusion. "Oranos is here to be your advocate." Kraith admitted as Arriz looked at him with even more confusion. "I believe it's time we finally let all of Radiance know that you are a changed man. Oranos is going to a meeting soon at the Capital. While I don't his true business, I do know that I wanted him to advocate for you to be cleared of all charges. So you can live your life without terror." Arriz looked at him and said "Sir, I don't know what to say" Oranos said from outside "You don't have to say anything, my friend. Despite you hiding from me, I know your intentions are pure. All of the Crethe Heroes Guild knew." Kraith said "Why don't you come inside if you're going to just ease drop" clearly annoyed as he opened the door as Oranos entered and Arriz looked at him in fear, confusion, and relief. Kraith said "Do you mind?" Oranos stated "The Heroes Guild statement is that anyone deserves a chance to do good. It is why we have things like Vampires, Werewolves, Spirits, Pixies, and various other "evils" in our midst. Anyone can be a hero, anyone can do good if they tried." he looked down at Arriz knowing he was slightly taller. "I'm not asking you to join us, not until Lewis Wolf himself trusts you. I am asking you to come with me though. Advocating for your second chance would be better if you were with me" "What if they want to arrest or kill me?" Arriz asked a legitament question. "I know them" was Oranos's simple response "They won't. Now come, we need to make haste, I'm already late as it is." "Yeah about that" stated a mysterious voice from the dark as the crew turned as sitting on one of the railings was Carmilla. She looked at her former ally saying "Hello Arriz, it's nice to see you again."
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Dead By Dillight Global Moderator The Trapper I have made 22,646 posts Right now I'm Offline I joined September 2015 I've received 1 like	Radiance. Sept 23, 2021 0:53:12 GMT -6 Post by Dead By Dillight on Sept 23, 2021 0:53:12 GMT -6 "Carmilla," was the first word spoken by anyone, coming from the half demon former general of the army of the Emperor of Evil, Arriz staring down his maybe still friend, the vampire espionage expert, Carmilla. "Not like you to just loudly announce yourself like this." His former cohort's response was a simple chuckle saying "What can I say," dropping down at last as Oranos and Kraith gripped their blades, as Carmilla merely chuckled at their efforts merely pointing to Melody saying "I would reconsider the crossfire." Oranos went to say something "Before you sho her away consider this. I slipping in without you knowing, how easy would it be for me to just go outside and not just put her but more innocents in danger." Oranos growled spitting on the ground saying "Dirty witch" "Aww, you're to sweet" was Carmilla's response to the insult. "Arriz, you make such the nicest new friends" leaning forward a bit as Arriz sighed looking at her as she said "Listen Arriz, I really need your help" Arriz was quiet as he heard the saddened tone coming from the mouth of his former ally. She continued saying "It's Ayda, she's destroyed her body to bring back her father. It's almost done, we need just need you" A matching tone came from the half demon as he put his hands on a dresser saying "How long does she have?" "Not long" Carmila admitted looking away "I don't want her work to be for nothing, all she wants before she goes is to say goodbye to her father. Please, help us." Oranos looked at Arriz in concern, praying, hoping, that this news wouldn't effect Arriz's choice to move on. Arriz exhaled deeply as he said "I can't." causing Carmilla to look on him in shock. "I want to see Ayda, no doubt." he turned to look at his old life once again "But I can't bring back Lord Ashton. I'm done with that life, Carmilla. You should try it." "Try it?" Carmilla said gripping her hands in fury "You sanctamonious..." "Think of your sister!" was the quick counter that shut Carmilla up deeply. "We can end this right now, just the two of us. We can go and say goodbye to Ayda, tell her the truth...at least be there for the end of it. Then we can both move on. I have a great life here, one that I never want to give up. I'm not joining the Heroes Guild, ever" which caused Oranos to roll his eyes a bit. "But I don't need to. It's been a hundred years, a lot has changed especially with how the Heroes Guild recruits." Carmilla sighed and said "I saw her lately" she looked away "I wanted to walk away, but then I remembered the rest of my family." She looked at him and said "My father and mother are nothing but hypocritical monsters. My sister, her new lover, not if...when I take over...I'll send her away to somewhere else." "The fact you have to do that at all says enough!" Arriz pressed harder, interrupting with that point. "Please Carmilla, it's not to late! Lord Ashton did right by me, and you, because we were loyal. We're just his minions, he called us such! He doesn't hide who he is, that's what I respect about the man. However, I'm not going to bring him back because I know what he is. He is the devil in human form. He had his time...but it's over now. It's all over now." Carmilla looked away as Arriz offered his hand "All you have to do now is walk away. That's all you have to do." a few wet droplets came off of Carmilla's nose. Arriz decided to comfort his friend by gently holding her sniffling frame on her body. "It's hard, I know. However, you can live a new life and a better life. Maybe your sister thinks the same way, and you can both move to Radiance...hell move here. As I've learned personally, Lord Kraith is very forgiving." Kraith decided not to comment on that. Arriz had years of service and heroism under his belt plus a loving fiance to keep him company. Carmilla, does not that those luxuries. However, he let Arriz continue. "It's okay to move on." he felt Carmilla wrap one arm around him tighter. Thinking he convinced her he patted her back saying "It's okay, let it out like you used to when you vented to me. I'll be here as long as it takes for you to..." Melody then shouted "Arriz, look out!" but it was to late as Arriz recoiled in pain from a dagger being plunged straight into his back as Carmilla pulled it out pushing Arriz away. She wiped her eyes and said "You're a damn fool, Arriz." as the Half Demon was about to stand up but got a foot right into the jaw. "A damn fool" She then said "Baser! Teleport! Now!" Arriz looked up in shock as Carmilla vanished into thin air. Kraith looked at Oranos and said "What are you standing there for, get healers in here this instant!" Oranos took off and said "Right right" Arriz looked at the tears in front of him, now unable to determine...if the droplets were Carmilla's or now...his own. Baser looked at Carmilla as she appeared and said "You did well child" "Not now" was Carmilla's response as she walked away trying not to look at the blood covered dagger in her hand. The blood of her former friend, the blood of a man she respected, the man who just didn't understand now. It has to be done. They have to pay. Ashley looked at Carmilla and patted her back taking the dagger from her as she looked at the youngest Malum family. Ayda was helped out by Baser walking out to a ritual chamber. Ayda said "Good, here..." She stumbled forward as she looked at Ashley and took the dagger from her hand "You did well Carmilla. I'm proud of you" Carmilla looked away as she paused as Ayda placed the Orb of Malice in the center of Ashton's staff. Trying her best to push out Arriz in her mind, she wondered out loud "I'm curious, why didn't I feel any of his power when I held that Orb?" Ashley said "Because you don't know how to control Evil Energy. We Malums know how to access Evil Energy, from the infinite balance void...we...." Ayda said "Ashley, I need silence." Ayda looked forward and said "ylohnu eht nopu pu esiar ot eeht nopu llac I ,livE ,teewS ,teewS" carrying on she took the dagger and wiped the blood onto the staff part of the staff as it glowed to life the room getting bathed in the fog from outside somehow. Carmilla twitched in fear, she knew what was coming yet every instinct was telling her to run. She looked at Baser who looked like he was entranced, then looked at Zeretus...still stonefaced as usual. Ayda resumed chanting "rorepmE hO ,em ot emoC .rorepmE ho em ot emoC .dnoyeb morf tnavres layol tsom ruoy kcab gnirb ot live fo srewop eht nopu llac I" She forced herself to stand up as the room got quiet then her voice sounded like thousands as the building shook. ".rorepmE esiR .rorepmE esiR ,rorepmE esiR ,rorepmE esiR .rorepmE ,esiR" The fog that entered began to swirl above twisting and turning as Ayda moved like a woman who was far healthier than in condition as she moved her arms left and right as the swirling fog turned blood red as the Orb of Malice and entered into the orb. Shadows moved as if they were alive as a rumbled caused everoyne but Ayda to brace herself. The Sky grew darker, and suddenly a massive storm raged. The tempest of malice battlered against the ruins as the staff slowly stood upright. The world shuddered, as Fark moved in his chair. This omen, he knew it well. He stared face to face with it.They were to late weren't they? A bolt from the sky erupted phasing through the ruins unscathing but when it stuck the staff a blinding shockwave of light appeared as slowly shadow appeared. Ayda fell over but felt the shadow gripped her in his arm before she fell over. Gently Ayda hugged the shadow as the shadow hugged her back. Carmilla noticed Ayda's health declining more and more as Ashley looked away. Her own problems became scarce as she moved next to Ashley to place her hand on her shoulder as Ashley looked up at her with a slight smile. Ayda faded at last going limp, as the figure put her down her hand covering her eyes so she could sleep. When the light faded, there he stood, Baser in joy, Zeretus's eyes looking at him, Carmilla shuddering, Ashley in awe. There he stood at last The Emperor of Evil Lord Ashton.
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Dead By Dillight Global Moderator The Trapper I have made 22,646 posts Right now I'm Offline I joined September 2015 I've received 1 like	Radiance. Sept 25, 2021 21:39:08 GMT -6 Post by Dead By Dillight on Sept 25, 2021 21:39:08 GMT -6 An aura of sadness radiated from Melody as she watched Arriz being looked over by healers "Will be be okay?" she begged not getting an awnser for the past few hours. Oranos looked at her quietly and sighed as he had to hurry, he and his guild mates are already late. One of them approached and asked the same question as Melody looked at him. Oranos just had to look back and say "I don't know, that was a pretty deep stab. They're going to do everything they can, but I won't lie...it's not looking good. Normal healing magic just won't work on Arriz due to his blood." which caused him to look at him in confusion. He explained "Him being half human is why healing won't kill him, but normal healing magic won't work on him. His demon blood rejects it. It's a common problem with undead or unholy members of the Heroes Guild." "Don't you guys have a healer for him then?!" a tearful Melody begged wiping her eyes saying "Sorry... I..." Oranos said "We do but they're only in locations that have these members...we don't. I'll ask our Leader to send one right away." He put his hand on her shoulder as he said "He'll live though. Regardless of what else happens, I know he'll live. Just stay by his side." his hooves trotted on the floor and said 'We need to go, now" the guildmate nodded as he galloped away hurrying to the Capital since they were late as is. Meanwhile, a different aura emanated from the secret base. It was also of sadness, and terror. Baser was smiling, as much as he can given his skull head, Carmilla looked forlorn, Zeretus's eyes were focused on the man in front of them, Ashley's eyes were of awe, and Ayda's eyes were gently closed by her father. This was him, this was real, he was back. The Emperor had returned as he silently looked at Ayda. "Sweet Ayda, you gave everything for me and my resurrection. You will be buried with honor and dignity." stated the one and only, Lord Ashton. Baser beamed saying "Master, it is really you" Ashton gripped his staff and said "Of course my friend" he lifted it up and took a deep breath as a strange red mist entered the orb as Ashton seemed at peace. "Ah, the infinite power of Evil's Might. How I missed it's touch in my body" Ashton's eyes panned left and right getting quiet "It is nice to see you all again." He looked at Ayda, "I just wish it was under better circumstances." his eyes locked onto Ashley's "You look like Ayda when she was younger...you are?" "I am, Ashley Malum. I'm your grand daughter" Ashley said quietly Ashton patted Ashley on her head saying "I'm sorry about your mother. I will miss her greatly" He paused a bit and looked forward "Speaking of my family, where is my wife" Baser looked at Carmilla who looked at Zeretus as Ashton demanded this time "Where is my Ophelia?" as none of thme moved Ashton's eyes narrowed as he slowly raised his staff as he said "Do I need to start my return by finding brand new minions?" Baser finally said "She's dead sire!" causing the Emperor to lower his staff slowly "While you battled your son, his allies surrounded her. She tried to fight even though she was not a warrior...she just didn't make it. I was already in chains before I could save her." Her confidence regaining, Carmilla said "And by the way, you're welcome." All Ashton had to do was give her a look but she didn't back down. "Lord Ashton, we are all that's left...shouldn't you show some kindness" Ashton turned and said "I am not ungrateful, but my patience should not be tested. You know that, Carmilla." she grew quiet as Ashton said "Well then, it appears I'm going to have to change course a bit for my return." Zeretus paused "You were planning this?" "I had in plan in case I lost my empire in some way." Ashton admitted "But, now I have to put it on hold." Ashley looked at her mother as Ashton leaned down "These...sacrifices..." which caused his granddaughter to look at him "These sacrifices were a nice thought but now I must undo them." Carmilla blinked a bit giving a flat but simple "What?" "Oh Carmilla, must I be so...blunt" Ashton stated with a calm arrogance "I'm talking about the return of both my wife and my daughter. Now then, shall we?" Zeretus sighed "Shouldn't we be wiping the Heroes Guild off the face of the earth or taking back oru kingdom" Ashton looked at him and said "Are you saying to me that my wife and my daughter would not be a great asset to that?" "No sire" Zeretus said bitterly in his mouth. "Are there any further objections?" Ashton stated looking around "Good, now then...to work"
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Dead By Dillight Global Moderator The Trapper I have made 22,646 posts Right now I'm Offline I joined September 2015 I've received 1 like	Radiance. Sept 27, 2021 17:52:05 GMT -6 Post by Dead By Dillight on Sept 27, 2021 17:52:05 GMT -6 Ashton walked around the meeting hall gently placing down Ayda's body on the bed. He asked "Well?" speaking to his allies who were observing it. "Did you find her body?" Carmilla shook her head and said "No, I'm sorry, but she's not buried near here and we aren't in position to do a Kingdom wide search." Baser stated "Fark might know" "Don't..." was Ashton's statement to that suggestion "Wouldn't Ayda know?" The Lich stated "Yeah, probably" "Then it's a simple solution. We'll bring Ayda back first." Ashton stated matter of factly to his crew. "Thankfully with her body being more fresh, her ressurection will be far more trivial than my own. We'll need only two ingredients: The Heart of a Dragon and someone who shares her blood." Ashton stretched a bit and said "I have one obviously." "Dragons are very rare now a days" Carmilla pointed out "How are we going to find one?" "You mean how am I going to find one? I've been for quite some time. I need to reinvogorate my skills" Ashton said plainly as he turned to leave "Where would I find one then?" Carmilla and Baser looked at each other confused as Zeretus approached. Zeretus stated "There's reports coming near the city of Coalett, a mining town of some strange dragon like activity. Just be careful, a lot has changed since you've been gone" Ashton nodded and left taking his staff feeling the cool air on his skin. "Ah, my land. I will bring you back home soon." Elsewhere.... (Will edit later)
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