Heavenfall

"You have a wise head, Ryoko-san. I believe you will make the right choice, when it comes to it" Reiko said with a smile and a nod "ah, I have kept you for far too long though. I'm sure you have better things to do than listen to me."

"I have no interest in that. I just want to see Fu Leng saved" Reiko said firmly, turning to walk towards camp.

Reiko remained quiet throughout, remaining in silent prayer as she listened. She accepted the purified sake, performing her role. As the final part came to her, she closed her eyes, holding her hand over her heart, and prayed. Lady Amaterasu, shine your light to guide them. Don't let them fail. Don'...

"The mission first. This is unimportant" Reiko said to Kanna quietly, waiting for Kinsen to have moved on before saying "let us return to the camp."

Reiko placed a hand on Kanna's shoulder, watching the woman walk away.

"I can see what Hantei likes her. They're alike in their arrogance" she said to Kanna.

Reiko looked to Kanna for a moment, before bowing and taking a step back.

"You may leave now, Kinsen-san. Don't cross my path again."

"How disappointing. I was hoping for civil discussion, and you come to me with threats" Reiko sighed "and so ends any hope of a positive relationship. I thank you for coming here and presenting your case, as ill prepared as it was. If that is all, I shall be leaving now."

"You have plenty of choices, Ryoko-san. I am happy to listen to your concerns, and visit your kin if you wish someone to listen as well. The stars believe in what they are doing, and they can make the world a better place, but they are also somewhat intimidating to stand near sometimes. Better to he...

For the commune, do we spill 1 wound (the commune rank) or level of spell we're trying to commune? Is this affected by the shadowlands spellcasting penalty? Can we do the extra blood raises? 1 Wound. Yes. Yes, if you want, though it my not provide much benefit. Just wanted to confirm (as I can't fi...

"If your husband is still going, then you ask the impossible" Reiko said with a shake of her head "I would have preferred he had not come at all. That kind of selfish would have been accepted, as it would cause less risk."

"We are returning with three stars, are we not? I would doubt any of their kin have begun to expand until they have learnt the fate of their kin" Reiko said with a nod

For the commune, do we spill 1 wound (the commune rank) or level of spell we're trying to commune?

Is this affected by the shadowlands spellcasting penalty?

Can we do the extra blood raises?

"The concept of honour is the reason he is acting selfish, Kinsen-san. He believes he needs to repay his debt to his brother, as his actions caused Fu Leng to be where he is now, and thus he will not listen to reason. That alone is a selfish action, as it takes nothing else into consideration, even ...

"And after this, when the stars return and start to spread their influence, do your people intend to join with the clans?" Reiko asked, curious.

"Good morning. I have indeed, and I hope you have also."

Reiko sighed.

"Forgive me for my bluntness, Kinsen-san, but the only person acting selfishly is your husband unfortunately. However, there is little that can be done it seems except hope he doesn't do anything foolish."

Reiko smiled at that, nodding. "I believe in you, Ryoko-san, as I have believed in everyone that has come here."

Almost everyone at least...

"And what of your people?"

Reiko frowned. Is she agreeing with me? Hantei is causing trouble...but I should take a step back lest he resort to violence? This is confusing and unclear. Reiko sighed, collecting her sticks. I guess it's up to me to ensure Hantei doesn't doom us all then. It wasn't what she had hoped for, but the...

"I have just found it surprising how little information has been shared. I have had to educate many about the dangers as we went along, despite information being available. However, it doesn't matter now, we have done all we can" Reiko sighed "we just have to hope it's enough."

Reiko looked to Wu to see if he had anything to add.

Today was going to be a long one for the Spider champion, and to start it off with an invitation from Hanteis wife was not her ideal way of starting the day. Still, she would not refuse, even though she had plenty of things left to do. The tapping of her walking stick signaled her arrival. She squin...