In any case, Khal wondered how their father would react to all of this. Odin, the infamous Wizard Lord, was not easily impressed or surprised. The Skeleton man had a set agenda and he usually didn’t care about anything else if it didn’t align with his agenda. Alas, Khal was certain that this new and improved version of themself would spark some sort of reaction from the man he had remained loyal too. After all, Khal had been gone and undercover for quite some time. They trained in a time chamber where two two years there was two days on earthland, they had become the youngest Lieutenant in the Rune Knights, and now they were a vampire ready to join Eternal Nightmare. So, when they heard that Odin and Erebus were in the East, they wasted no time in sending a lackey to deliver a message their way for them to meet the vampiric child. Khal had information on some of the Rune Knights and their abilities but they weren't able to learn much more outside of that. Any more digging would get them killed. Odin would just have to be grateful for whatever was presented to him. "Any day now, old man."
It's a Family Reunion [Odin/EN]
Sat Dec 25, 2021 8:02 pm
In any case, Khal wondered how their father would react to all of this. Odin, the infamous Wizard Lord, was not easily impressed or surprised. The Skeleton man had a set agenda and he usually didn’t care about anything else if it didn’t align with his agenda. Alas, Khal was certain that this new and improved version of themself would spark some sort of reaction from the man he had remained loyal too. After all, Khal had been gone and undercover for quite some time. They trained in a time chamber where two two years there was two days on earthland, they had become the youngest Lieutenant in the Rune Knights, and now they were a vampire ready to join Eternal Nightmare. So, when they heard that Odin and Erebus were in the East, they wasted no time in sending a lackey to deliver a message their way for them to meet the vampiric child. Khal had information on some of the Rune Knights and their abilities but they weren't able to learn much more outside of that. Any more digging would get them killed. Odin would just have to be grateful for whatever was presented to him. "Any day now, old man."
Mon Dec 27, 2021 12:59 pm
This was also the place where Odin had died. The only place he would ever have died since it was now impossible. He held a strange sentimentality around Dahlia, and he was glad to take a few hours today to actually explore it again before he and Erebus got started back on their mission. There was a foul magic coming from the woods he would have to investigate, but this was Dahlia. When wasn't there a foul magic in the woods?
Today though, Odin was visiting the church. For two reasons mostly. The first was because the people of Dahlia had paid him to deal with the 'vampire menace' terrorising the place. Apparently the light guilds were too busy again and it was up to Odin to actually do the dirty work. Not that he had any intentions of murdering vampires: if they were this bold perhaps they were strong, and perhaps they would be of use. It's not like Odin was acting out of any sense of altruism, he benefitted from this too.
The other reason was much more simple: Odin had received a letter from his only child. The letter was signed by Khalfani, but the content could only have come from someone who had previously gone by Bryson. An informant placed within the Rune Knights, now returning to their rightful place at Odin's table. Regardless of the information he was given, Odin was actually just excited to see how much growth his child had experienced. It had been some time since he had last seen them, and change was inevitably a part of this world.
At the altar, surrounded on all sides by the numerous dead bodies that had clearly been used for sustenance, sat Khalfani. They looked simultaneously completely different and exactly like the young child that Odin had saved in Astera. There was no denying who they were, but the amount of bodies did give Odin pause, as he spoke: his words echoing throughout the almost entirely empty church.
"Apologies, it seems I am a bit late to the party."
Mon Dec 27, 2021 6:05 pm
Fri Dec 31, 2021 4:48 am
"If it were so simple, I would have seen you." Odin's voiced started quiet, but that feeling of pride came back as he continued, "But a Lieutenant of the Rune Knights being caught seen with the only Wizard Lord in Fiore? It was a risk too great to take. If you were revealed, if I was the reason your cover was blown, I wouldn't have forgiven myself." He hoped that his words would be enough to prove to Khalfani that he still cared deeply about his child, he had never stopped.
Reaching his vampiric child just as he heard their final words, Odin didn't even hesitate, "I know you did, and I can't wait to hear what you've uncovered. But, more importantly", Odin had been wanting to see his child for some time now, especially as he had began his own mission to defeat the Bishops. It was time for all the pieces to move around. "It's time for you to come home. I want you by my side in Eternal Nightmare. You have become strong during your tenure in the knights, stronger than even I could have foreseen, and it's time for you to use that power." As he spoke, Odin placed a hand on his child's shoulder, the mother fatherly thing he had probably ever done.
Sat Jan 01, 2022 10:55 pm
"Right, of course, father. In any case, you have kept me well cared for. As always, I am grateful." Khal confirmed.
When in the presence of the Lord of nightmare, Khalfani felt completely safe. Odin had not betrayed the young vampire and had consistently supported their endeavors despite not always being physically present. It was easy for Odin to sway Khal's emotions and that fact alone undoubtedly made the teenager the ultimate lackey. When Odin had finally invited Khalfani back home, as one would expect any child to act when embraced by their parent, their eyes lit up. The vampire froze for a second, looking away to think for a moment. Thoughts swam through their head as they attempted to decipher what walking the path of nightmare would mean for their future.
This world was corrupt in every sense of the word. Children were enslaved daily, women were tortured and all non-humans faced heavy prejudice and discrimination. Khalfani knew that in order to forge a new world that death, blood, and chaos would need to consume this realm- yet still, would the Pharaoh and the people of Desierto condemn the young child? If not for being a creature of chaos, then for the "crimes" they would commit? For the unspeakable violence they would have to create all across this world? Perhaps it was already too late to be accepted by the family that had discarded them. With a frown, the vampire concluded. They are not my true family. they thought before turning back towards Odin.
"If I remember correctly, when you first found me, you spoke of a world where kings, queens and monarchs would not obtain such titles just from birth, but merit as well. I knew I wanted to help forge that world, but I had never thought about what I would become in it. Now..I know." the desiertan began, bowing their head. "If your will is for me to be home with you, then I will not refuse, but..." clenching their fists, they continued, lifting their head. The red gleaming eyes of the young vampire would gaze into the Lord’s own sockets.
"Eventually, I want to rule as Monarch. I know that we are not bound by blood, but I am your child and deserve to be recognized as such. If I am to come home I ask that home acknowledge me as an official lord, and the first prince of this new world, father. And with your blessing, I ask to be legitimized as a Morningstar."
Tue Jan 04, 2022 9:40 am
"Khalfani", Odin began, his voice now serious but still full of pride, "my aim has always been to change this world. The regime change in Bosco was merely the first step: a way to prove to people that new systems could work and should not be feared." The Wizard Lord's look was intense. His child wished for something truly impressive, it was up to Odin to make sure they were ready for it. "Ruling a kingdom has never been my ambition, and our new world will need a strong leader. One who has seen both the light and the dark of Fiore and knows how to integrate themself with both the nobles and the populace. I can't think of a better candidate."
Odin hadn't actually stopped to think about who would rule Fiore until this moment. It had been one of the glaring holes in his plan to change the system. He had hoped a champion would prove themselves up to the task, and who better than his own child. A child not only by circumstance, but now in name too.
"Khalfani Morningstar, welcome home."
Sat Jan 15, 2022 7:12 pm
Sat Jan 29, 2022 4:56 am
As they stood, willing now to accept the mark of the guild, the pride that exuded from the Lich was obvious. The seals could now be put into place, the mark could now be bestowed, and Khalfani could finally gain the powers they deserved. The powers of Eternal Nightmare. And, as Odin's group and allies grew once more, he felt himself pushing ever closer to his goal.
Soon, my love. You will be free.
-Exit-
Fri Feb 04, 2022 10:14 pm
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