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[shroudedsecrets]

Food for thought:

As this is the time of year in which this world seems the most vulnerable, it seems prudent to remind all to be cautious. Whether or not a disturbance occurs or not, it has been two years since the initial barrier's breach, and one year since, for lack of a better description, a ghostly invasion.

There have been tremors occurring near the factory which can be traced to some noticed issues, though none of the citizens thus far seem to have anything conclusive to report on it, unless they are hesitant to commit to it. Given the barrier in the mine seems to be more vulnerable than the one currently surrounding the city, it might well be considered a point of entry, even if our study of it is still yet limited at this time.

Considering the timing, we will see if this bears any interruption, or potential detraction, from any celebration they may intend to hold in the next coming month.

[ this has been your yearly informative PSA that probably explains nothing at all ]

Comments

[astralera]

Since the beginning of last month, yes. It is not a part of the schedule as we know it thus far. What is most curious is that those scientifically-minded natives have had no issues to date.

[shroudedsecrets]

It could be that they are unwilling to divulge such details, not wanting to indicate vulnerability.

We do not know how much the impact being from one faction or another might affect them individually either, or what the more pious may do that is different from others. Let alone those of us drawn in from other worlds.

[astralera]

Logically there should be no difference that would

Actually, if I were to think of faith here as being akin to faith at home it's possible something is siphoning it from them. The problem is that if the deities were behind it, as would be the case in my world, the shields would be measurably stronger.

[shroudedsecrets]

To follow that theory, it would imply there was something generated by the natives themselves. When to our knowledge, they are unable to provide energy in their states.

Of course, our knowledge is limited to what we've been told and been able to parse otherwise. If there is a significant divide in the population situation depending upon their beliefs, one must wonder what is being discussed about it among themselves, for us only to have this... speculation.

[astralera]

They've souls just like the rest of us. I've always been of the opinion they are capable of it but simply had yet to figure out how.

I've still yet to discover what originally caused such a division between them all.

[shroudedsecrets]

I've never implied they did not.

Our knowledge of the energy is that it exists because of the physical transmission of positive connection. There is far more to it than simply that alone of course, but their bodies were not created with the capabilities to conduct it. Something that was perhaps missing from the process to begin with. We would need more information in regard to their mindsets at the time, which they are less willing to share, if they are even allowed that level of knowledge to themselves, with all of the processing that they do to survive. Being overloaded consistently with our new information and needs and whims cannot do much to help that, either.

As for a divide, such ones that might exist between mindsets would not be uncommon among multiple worlds with belief systems. If one strives toward what they see as forward progress, the divine often gets left behind if relying solely on tradition. And one may not know how such traditions become so to begin with. Although perhaps Ohma's priests would be the ones to question, since they are noted for more adherence to such things, especially in these months.

[astralera]

I did not mean it in that way, but in the sense that souls are made of energy. Souls are clearly a key element to providing the energy the gods here need as there has yet to be a soulless offworlder brought here.

I am intimately familiar with division between belief systems. Generally, however, there is at least one notable incident to cause such a distinct division within a single city. My inquiries have been met with resistance that I chose not to push against, though perhaps I will begin to dig more deeply into Havenwell's history again.

[shroudedsecrets]

You had not seemed to be invested in knowing more about energy before to discuss it in that way. I see that has changed.

Regardless, delving further into this world's history will lead to more clarity, as much as opportunity has not presented itself, so it will rely further on what is done to pursue it. Having more connections will lead to more open doors, as much time as it might take to gain further knowledge and trust to do so.

[astralera]

It has not changed. I have always been invested, there has just been little point in my discussing it.

I have earned enough trust with the Ohma priests that they will go out of their way to find information for me if I request it, however there is only so far they can go before they become uncomfortable and almost fearful, so I haven't asked anything prying for quite some time. If we can't uncover what has the natives so nervous to dig into the past it's doubtful we'll receive many meaningful answers...

There is one avenue I have yet to explore that might provide some insight, though I will likely need to wait until the tremors have ceased before I can look into it.

[shroudedsecrets]

Continuing to cultivate your relationship with them seems to have made a great many inroads thus far, so more avenues could not hurt. Our presence here has posed challenges to their prior way of living, and they have to make many adjustments in a short period of time.

Some of that may still be posing challenges to themselves, hence the fear, let alone any divisions they have amongst themselves. Still, our questioning of these things might ultimately be to their benefit, if they are learning to ask the questions they might not have been able to before on their own...