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[heron]

[ the feed starts to show a large, dainty looking man with large white wings peering at the feed before pulling back, satisfied. ]

Greetings. My name is Prince Reyson of the Heron Clan.

As you know, we have trouble lately with the breach. To ensure such a thing does not occur so suddenly, I thought about proposing a part-time perimeter guard of the walls. I think we would be better prepared should anything happen again.

Also, as I know some people were hurt or struggling, you are welcome to see me. I have the power of the galdr which means I can soothe one's spirit, trauma and pain. Should you have need of my abilities, do let me know.

Comments

[original_is_best]

Quite the contrary, the fact that it is reacting is immensely promising. It means we may be able to use it.

[What was happening, though... He didn't yet know. He would have to research further.]

For the moment that may be enough.

[He readily retrieved it.]

I will do what I can to understand the properties of this crystal. I thank you for your time. Tell no one of this.

[heron]

[ reyson frowns. ]

Why not?

[original_is_best]

I'm uncertain how the natives will react if they discover my research into the way their technology works. They have been evasive with answers.

[heron]

[ hmm. ]

Do you suspect them?

[original_is_best]

I certainly don't trust them.

Even if they are innocent, it wouldn't necessarily mean they are on our side. If you think about it, they are machines now. They can be manipulated. Taken over by a virus. Minds wiped. Controlled.

Even if a native did not have any ill-intentions towards us, they themselves could be acting in a manner that they didn't realize was against our best interests.

[heron]

I do not know much about machines, I'm afraid.

[ manipulated? taken over? reyson didn't know that could happen. so he nods slowly. ]

Then I will keep it to myself.

[original_is_best]

Good.

[He bowed his head slightly, acknowledging Reyson.]

I thank you for your time.

[heron]

[ reyson inclines his head politely. ]

You are welcome to it.