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Laurent’s not quite sure why he takes aim at the grocery store.  It’s like there’s an invisible hand guiding him. Making the decision for him.  Stupid, he thinks, unsure of what he’s supposed to shoot at. He can’t help but feel a little ridiculous pointing his gun at box of Cap’n Munch.  Then he sees the bulbous lamp glowing at the center of the ceiling.  Right above the vortex sucking in Alathea.  It reminds him of a movie.  That must be the uvula. Laurent lifts his gun.  Oh, so it’s a girl grocery store. A smile splits his face.  “Stupid,” he mutters, shaking his head, and then- BANG!

Immediately following the completion and the hype of the Empress' coronation, a young woman appeared mysteriously. This of course happening just after the vengeful spirit of the late Empress paid them a visit to wreak havoc if only for a brief moment. The young woman came with her eyes and feet bound, and she refused to speak, or to make just about any sound for that matter. The Emperor has done little more than visually observe her, though the fact that she was marked with the number seven, and the way in which she was marked was indicative of the original plans for how they would mark their concubines, a choice that was never invoked upon the harem prior to Kimi's early departure from this world. The only thing he was certain he didn't regret in her passing was the fact that he kept his promise to her. Though Akako was alive and presumably well even now, there was no mistaking that he they had killed her. Penance had been delivered as it had been promised. What was more, Kimi was alive to witness her own vengeance. In which of course they conceived their heir in the entrails of the then slaughtered Yokai Queen. The simple occurrence of the number seven, and even now roughly two years later having never officially met the final concubine since the harem was formed, was enough to pique Koji's interest. Even though it had been nearly a year since Kimi's death, he wanted to believe this woman was but another gift that lavished upon him in her wake. "Bring me the girl, summon Shuyi immediately, and inform the Empress that I require her company once the Prince has been put down." With Katiya now filling the shoes of Kimi once wore, it was only right that she was present to observe and even differ to when he was unclear of his thoughts. If Nana could or would not speak, and he refused to express his own abilities upon her, then Shuyi would figure out the necessities he lacked for deciding first the authenticity of this young woman, and then as to if he was willing to accept her or not. His family and himself had been through so much. They've bonded in way he had never imagined he would care for another life. For a new face to suddenly join them was nearly a ludicrous thought in his mind without truly considering it. He never wanted a harem in the first place, and though he had learned to love this one, he consistently failed to replace a lost wife on his roster. With one delivering herself to him, he wasn't yet sure how to handle the situation. His thoughts fell to the Kodo in his lack of knowing what he wanted, in which it was announced in the beginning that those capable of completing the trials would be crowned as concubines, admitted into the sister wife lifestyle and charged with baring the Emperor's legacy. He had broken his Kodo before, for Katiya. More than once at that. If it was what he wanted, would he dare to do it again? @Dreamer @Akako Akari

Between Koji's own ability to sense the supernatural, and his colleagues of similar qualities, something they had never yet experienced in their time spent on Genesaran soil was the infamous Magestorms the region had to offer. He had heard stories, and had known them to happen on the continent since his arrival, though for a great season they were spared from the storms effect. The storm coming was said to be a strong one, it was reported that this specific type of Magestorm was referred to as The Weakening. Thanks to it's projected path of travel, the storm was predicted to last over the New Union Frontier (The Midlands) nearly twice as long as it's neighbors. The Weakening being a storm that weakens anything in the nature of the arcane, it only made sense for Koji to evacuate his family. With one, possibly two of his wives expecting, his two beautiful children, and his beloved Empress, their departure for the next couple of months only made sense. Lest the storm pass over sooner than anticipated. Preparations had been made to facilitate the transition, in which he left his Imperial City of the capable hands of his Seer, his Imperial Advisor, and the General of his Military. @Akako Akari @Mag? @Etched in Stone (Shuyi, Dove, and Kenshinobu) Over the weeks that had passed since the Empress' coronation, the sites of the Datsuzoku brand had been busy at work fortifying structures and bolstering defenses for the storm to come. While the storm wasn't worrisome, the threat of invasion was far too great. The arcane forces of the Imperial Army and the Lurid Inquisition would find themselves in a weaker state during the storm, in which they would be left to hibernate in shifts to bide their energy. The hybids, humans, and some undead were to be the driving force of defenses while the Imperial family was away. Outside of Jigoku and Union City respectively, the bases and smaller towns and villages worked together to supply all with approximately just what they needed to survive the storm if things went too awry. As for the communities still hosting Trees of Evil and the abominations that flocked to them, they were left to stand on their own with what little population remained drawn to each respectively, the other creatures migrating away from the storm just as the Emperor was. The first tell-tell sign he should temporarily relocate was the sudden migration of the gore crows that had been breeding throughout the region. Koji wasn't quite ready to reveal the monsters breeding in his lands, though nature even in this sense could not be stopped. Whatever scourge and chaos spread to the surrounding nations was inevitably wrought, he would just have to hope that the creatures could return in the wake of the storm without witness or question; Or, that they had all been dispatched or otherwise prevented from returning in the first place. Regardless, more would come to replace the lost, and more would come in general. The final task before leaving for Nehalen was the placement of TENNO in Genesaran airspace. The weaponized satellite shifted in the orbit of Valucre, positioning itself over Genesaris. Over Jigoku as a middle point to be exact. Should cause for concern arise in his absence, this tool could be used as a defense as well as to send a message to anyone foolish enough to try and invade them during a weak moment in existence. Koji himself would've been foolish enough to stay if it hadn't have been for events in his history that bothered him to this day. So long as he was at his best, and surrounded by those he loved, he had no worries of survival. While the mysterious Nana was still uncertain on his mind, Koji too chose to bring her along. His words had with Shuyi weighed heavily on him, in which he would have to harshly consider them before passing ultimate judgement. Perhaps by the time he returned, his mind would be made up.

To his surprise, one of the proposed party members had a mind for the details surrounding the target region of the mission. While this was quite helpful, Jinsoku had prepared for his lack of knowledge in the manner of which he decided to take this quest in. Had it not have been for the arrival of Bishop, he would have already covered that his knowledge was extremely limited, but also that he already had the plans in place to remedy that. "There's no doubt that your knowledge will serve us well, it already is. Like you said, my personal knowings of the Alcove are limited. However, the Grand Imperatrix has agreed to grant me council on this matter. Her past is....intimate with the environment, and so she has agreed to tell me all she knows about the area as well as those directly responsible for it. Please, unpack. She'll have to forgive me if I'm late, I have a feeling her information will be more easily received if my general knowledge going in is greater...I was hoping I wouldn't have to ask, but before you continue, you mind telling us your name. "O'yea, y'aw can jus'call me Bishop." His speech couldn't be any more impeded by the chunks of squid in his mouth. He shot a glance to Jun as she lifted her veil to take another bite with those chopsticks. If she managed to look at him while he was shamelessly staring, he'd deliver a wink with that shit eating grin before averting his gaze back to the other two men present. He too was curious as to who was who, considering he'd missed the introduction faze. He'd never ask though, not like he wouldn't call them all whatever he wanted anyways. Still, his keen senses keyed in on the back and forth in which he'd naturally acquire their names from hearing other people use them. When Tobias took the spotlight he was afforded, Bishop paid extra attention to the man. Though Bishop was obviously the one that someone should find hard to trust, the leader of this party was well aware of just whom he was as evident from his arrival. Seeing that familiarity deliver a certain level of trust all it's own to the shot caller had to count for something. In retrospect, Bishop noted two things; This dude ain't told nobody what his name is, and he knew quite a little bit about this Slaver's Enclave. Bishop was a title of the Catholic church meaning 'Overseer', while he wasn't much for passing judgement on people, Bishop was always watching them.

Vonoxia had her weapon in hand, and was ready to engage in combat to this creature if need be. Her Invisible Tendrils moved about unbeknownst to her opponent; though she really wanted to come to a peaceful solution first before slaughtering this creature. She knew that Travis was nervous, anxious and probably stressed about in the Mortal Realm. That still gave him no reason to act a fool and ruin the possibilities of peace again for everyone. Two large Military vehicles began hurrying down the street, now screeching the tires directly in Vonoxia's direction and right on her front lawn!!! "NOW What? Do they HAVE to mess up my Lawn? Tru Green is going to have a field day talking about my poor lawncare!!! HEY!!! What the HELL man? I've GOT this guy!!!" She exclaimed out loudly, now putting her weapon down. She stared at Travis, who was now quite puzzled about what was going on. Soldiers who were armed with guns and all types of fancy equipment were to dismount from the abck of the vehicles, now taking point as they gathered in front of her lawn!!! "DROP YOUR WEAPON!!!! NOW!!!!" Yelled a Soldier in Uniform. Vonoxia smirked sheepishly; she loved it when humans tried to interefere in her business. Plus using her powers always proved to scare people off anyways. "Stand down Sharp. Stand down. Looks like we were after the same person Lady Vonoxia of the DAICHONS.....funny that you are always getting yourself into trouble with Military Business." Said a young man in Uniform and a hat. He stepped down out of the vehicle, walking over to Vonoxia with a folder tucked under his arm and two more soliders walking behind him, armed to the teeth. "Still interfering with DAICHON business huh General-Admiral Simmons? I told you that any rogues coming from the other side will be handled by ME and me ONLY." She berted out while shaking his hand reluctantly. "Don't act as if you are a hero Vonoxia. You are still considered a Civilian to US. This is a Government matter to handle. Only reason why upper management hasn't hauled you in is because you have an Accelerator in your house and we can't touch on the Tech right now." He responded in a very hateful manner. Vonoxia reached for her House Keys, as three more Soldiers were to apprehend Travis, now walking him over to her with ease. "Bring him closer so that I can put this ON his neck; it's standard procedure where I'm from. Travis, you're going back to be punished by the Elder Council. Hope you like the cold buddy...it might be a few thousand years before they wake you back UP again." "You expect us to believe that nonsense Vonoxia? Come on....thousand years? Be serious here..." said a Soldier behind the General-Admiral. "Here are the keys to my House. The Accelerator is in the living room. Please stand back when it starts up General. When you get to the other side, you are going to arrive at the Outskirts of the Geostratum. Someone there will be more than willing to take this one off yer hands. I strongly suggest NOT taking any weapons with you, or you may not make it back ALIVE......I have to work today...and don't steal anything out of my House please. Leave the key in the mailbox...." Rexall was to pull up from around the corner in the mini-limo, now hopping out to open the back passenger door for Vonoxia. She turned to the General, saluting him, then turning up a middle finger in jest. She ran across the lawn and over to the car, quickly getting in and for Rexall to gently close the door behind her. The Window then let itself down, allowing for Vonoxia to speak out loud. "And have someone come and fix my front lawn General. I CAN SUE you know. I've been here nine years and I KNOW your human laws. Thanks a bunch dear!!" "So how much money are we talkiong about for the next job Rexall? The boss soubnded pretty excited." Vonoxia said, as she poured herself a hefty glass of Wine. "Uhm, about 2.4 Billion Human Dollars. it's super crazy, but its an artifact that has even the Top Government Agencies keeping quiet about it. Everyone is in on this. I wonder why it's so important all of a sudden, you know M'lady?" "You are right Rexall. I'd better keep my Scythe Of Obelisk WITH me at all times then. We could run into trouble along the way. Alright..step on it to get to the Occult Reserch Lab dear!!"