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Post by Inkshade on Oct 24, 2011 19:03:09 GMT -5
((Remember this is the old Tektallian capital.))
The Emperor sits in the throneroom, in what was once the throne of the King of Tektallium. "Nero, how are the preparations coming along?"
"Well. They are essentially ready when you are." Nero says "All we're waiting for is Desiderius, and your word my Emperor."
"Excellent." Eldrast says. He looks away from Nero to the doors as they open. He smirks as Desiderius and Angela enter. "Ah, good you're here. I trust your trip in was pleasant?" he says, not expecting or wanting an answer "Do tell me what all this fuss was about an important message for me? Is it just Latalia over exagerating?"
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Post by aura on Oct 24, 2011 19:16:02 GMT -5
Desiderius bowed down before The Emperor. "Sire, We have brought news, must interesting indeed. A letter was sent to the widow of Duke Ghados. This letter was written by the Prince, your son, Elric. So it seems the Prince is in better health than we last knew...This letter is real, as we looked it over extensively, and the letter is in his hand." Desiderius spoke respectfully to the Emperor.
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Post by Inkshade on Oct 24, 2011 19:42:27 GMT -5
Eldrast raises an eyebrow "Really? Well that is good news. The doctor did say he showed some signs of improvement but to have the strength to write a letter himself. No wonder Latalia's letter was so urgent."
Nero smiles "Excellent indeed. I have longed to fight at his majesty's side again."
Eldrast nods "Yes, with any luck it is a permenant improvement. Now, Nero go tell the men to ready for the broadcast. the other nobles can gather in the hall and put out the word that we will be starting the broadcast shortly."
Nero nods and bows before leaving.
Eldrast watches for him to be long gone. "Now then, you say he has written a letter to the widow?"
Angela bows "Yes sire, he explains in it that he heard about her husband and sends his condolences."
The emperor sighs "So...he must be close then." he stands and paces "That boy...of all the brash....I tire of his games. For some time I have allowed this, under the belief that he had some sort of plot, but it has been about a year now and I've had it." he looks to Angela "Have you completed his project to the specifications I gave you?"
"Yes Sire." Angela says
"Good. After the broadcast you are to activate it." the Emperor says
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Post by aura on Oct 24, 2011 19:51:07 GMT -5
"Hopefully everything will work. I have doubts of this plan...I do not doubt your plan, Sire...only the method..." Desiderius spoke with some scorn.
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Post by Inkshade on Oct 24, 2011 20:02:39 GMT -5
"Relax Desiderius, the machine was incomplete, and my son is not stupid. He knows not to bother with trivial things like personality cores. Angela has programed it for this task alone. As much as I hate the machines, he and his servant have built an exceptional model, perfect for this task. Besides, if a man cannot return him, then we'll send a machine. Now," he turns and faces them "rise, both of you. Today is a glorious day. Today we wipe out any resistance in one swift strike."
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Post by aura on Oct 24, 2011 21:40:03 GMT -5
"Excellent." Desiderius said as he stood up. "Resistance is small, and futile anyway. I detest the use of violence as a means of diplomacy. It is far better to use logic, and discuss issues, rather than dirty your hands with war..." Desiderius spoke calmly. However to even the uncanny listener, there was some mysterious undertone to his speech.
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Post by Inkshade on Oct 24, 2011 21:54:19 GMT -5
Eldrast chuckles "You are truely a shining example of what the Prince of a fallen nation should be. You're so much smarter than what many would expect." he looks away "That's why I like you Desiderius, and that's why all of this is possible. You can see a loss when it stares you in the face." he grins "And that is a good leader. Now, enough chitchat, I hope you've prepared something."
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Post by aura on Oct 25, 2011 8:41:58 GMT -5
"I am well prepared, Sire. Today will be a moment to be remembered throughout all of history." Desiderius announced with an air of confidence.
Desiderius look over to Angela. "I will need my armor prepared as soon as possible Angela. I wish to look my best for this moment."
He bowed again before the emperor. "If you'll excuse me your majesty, I will take care of some last minute preparations." He rose and exited. His footsteps fell with some sort of excitement.
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Post by Inkshade on Oct 25, 2011 13:38:11 GMT -5
Angela bows slightly and goes off to get Desiderius' armor ready.
Eldrast nods to him and Angela as they leave. He sits back in the throne and chuckles. Excellent...All as planned. But what could that son of mine be up to..."
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Post by aura on Oct 26, 2011 16:56:01 GMT -5
Desiderius finished off his last few things.
He had groomed his hiar, made sure his face looked proper, and had dressed in his best clothing.
To top it off was his crowning piece.
Desiderius walked over to Angela who have gotten ready his armor. It was a beautiful piece that was not only thick and strong enough for battle, but a crowing adition to his already amazing attire.
Desiderius stood by as Angela readied the armor on him. He smiled as he was being made ready.
"Today will be the start of a glorious day..." He spoke.
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Post by Inkshade on Oct 26, 2011 16:58:25 GMT -5
"That it will." Angela smiles at him "You're all set, ready to make history?" she smiles and takes his arm as they go.
~~~~~~~~~a few moments later....
In a grand hall, a stage had been set up. On the stage was a podium, with several microphones on it, some for broadcasting others for amplifying the speaker. A throne had been put in the back right corner of the stage as well. On the floor there were several chairs where nobles sat quietly discussing what they thought the meaning of this broadcast was. Spotlights turn on and focus on the podium. An announcer's voice is heard over the speakers.
"Ladies and Gentleman, please be silent for an important royal broadcast." the voice says. The announcer waits for the crowd to go silent. "And now, His Imperial Majesty Eldrast Harchaos Rivek, Emperor of Arcadis."
Eldrast steps out onto the stage and walks towards the podium, glancing at the nobles who had risen from their seats at his appearance. "Be seated." he says and waits for them to sit. "My subjects," he begins "both of Arcadisian and Tektallian blood, it has been five years since the absorbtion of Tektallium into Arcadis. Five years of establishing control, and assimliating two, very different people together into one unified nation. I have, up until now, controled this new territory by placing several different officials in charge of different districts of what was once Tektallium. This has been an efficient method to adjust to, but the time has come for a more permenant and concrete arrangement. It is on this day that I will declare a Viceroy for the area known as Tektallium. This man, will have supreme rule over this area, reporting only to me. It is through him that I can effectively rule over both the homeland, and the new territory. In naming this man Viceroy, we hope to end the needless, lingering resistance that plagues the peace of our united nation." he pauses looking over the confused faces of his nobles. "Allow me now to introduce the man who I have deemed worthy of the title of Viceroy of Tektallium; rise now for Imperial Viceroy, Desiderius Vicoral Mavlov Kraysforth Tektallium." he announces and steps away form the microphone, inviting Desiderius to come forward and speak.
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Post by aura on Oct 26, 2011 16:58:41 GMT -5
Desiderius stepped forward. He bowed before the Emperor, then stepped up to the podium.
He took a moment and then began.
"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your generosity and grace. I am honored to be the new Viceroy of Tektallium. I would like to take a moment a say a few words as your new Viceroy.
Your Majesty...Various Nobles gathered here today...and to all citizens of Tektallium and Arcadis... I stand before you as nothing more than a humble servant. I seek naught to rule, or be a tyrant. Instead I am a voice for people who have none. I am merely one man, who is trying to change this world for the better. Before the war many found Arcadis to be an invader....This is as far from the truth as conceivably possible! Arcadis is a liberator, an Ally, and a Friend to all people. Just as many of you have, I have seen the devastation of war...Conflict is never the answer. We must learn to accept those who are different. And that is what I am doing today.
I may be a descendent of Tektallium, however I do not see Arcadis as a conqueror, and neither should you, people of Tektallium. Since these conflicts our nation has received protection, trade, and stability with the help of the majestic Arcadis Empire. We have lived relatively peace filled lives, and I intend to keep it this way. Many still consider Arcadisian and Tektallians to be separate people, separate nations. I will not let this stand! We are one people. One nation. We have become the most powerful realm in all of the lands!
So for those who still rebel, those who still hold grudges and to those that ready arms to fight I say stop! What have you to gain? More conflict? More fighting? More Death? Do you truly wish to undermine all that Arcadis has done for us? We finally have peace, and yet you seem to sully this with your hands drenched in blood.
If you simply wish to keep Tektallium a separate nation, then I say you are foolish. We are far better off with Arcadis then with any other nation, or by ourselves...But let me make one thing perfectly clear. Tektallium will stay in your hearts forever, as it has in mine. Let us not fight against this evolution. Embrace it. But remember your culture. I will. I will never hurt anyone, from any nation, Arcadisian or Tektallian. We are all brothers. Let me lead you brothers, as my father did before me. I seek but a fair and just world, where Tektallium and Arcadis live side by side in harmony.
Consider Arcadis not an Empire, but a shield; consider myself not a Viceroy, but your voice; And consider us all people, not a nation divided!
We must learn to live together. We are but people. We may have different ideals, and practices, but what do we all have? A heart, a body, a soul. We are humans. Arcadis has come to our aid, and will help us against an even bigger threat...
Tektallium policy toward the "nation" of Sektora has been stable enough. However times are changing. I have spent time in Arcadis and have learned of the terrible atrocities these monsters can cause. In Arcadis SPSRL are tools. They are not humans, but items. Let this now be our policy as well! To those who continue to disagree think about it for a moment. This...land of Sektora is but a scrap heap. It is a Junkyard of SPSRL, who will enslave the humans and cause havoc beyond the like of which you have seen. Their steam driven bodies are but shells, housing empty lies. We humans are the perfect race. We are the only ones capable of love, and emotion. The only things SPSRL are driven by is destruction. The SPSRL were built by humans, for humans. They are here to help us with our daily tasks. Let our nation return to this time servitude and obedience. However let the practice of building these into weapons be done away with. We have enough weapons to defend ourselves. We need no more. Without these soulless weapons our world will become a peaceful, gentler place.
As a final message, I would like to address any remaining Royals of the late Nation of Tektallium...
Brothers and Sisters...Please...Please return to you home. The entire nation grieves for you...I grieve...I wish to see the faces of my remaining family, happy and alive. Please come back to Lavstin and join me. You are the only family I have. Return and help me make our combined nation into the greatest in the world. With your help, we can make the world a kinder place...
Thank you for your patience. And thank you, your Majesty. It is an honor to be named Viceroy. I will not fail you."
Desiderius finished his speech. He stood before the nobles and bowed. He received tremendous, thunderous applause, as he stood before the crowd.
His smile was large, but not flashy. His appearance was that of a proud powerful Viceroy. His armor gleamed in the light. To those in the audience they could tell that the armor was the shell of an SPSRL.
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Post by Inkshade on Oct 28, 2011 18:44:36 GMT -5
~~~~~~more moments later...
Eldrast had not taken questions from the nobles, in fact after the broadcast he and the others had simply left. They were now in one of many studies, this one of the more furnished ones. A bottle of wine had been opened for the occasion. The only one missing was Angela, and she would be with them shortly.
Eldrast smiles "Very well done Desiderius, I must say I was impressed."
Nero stands next to the Emperor "Yeah. Not bad for a Tektallian." he says
"Nero..." Eldrast says giving him a warning look
"My apologies my leige, I have been behaving though."
"That you have."
the door opens and Angela enters "I have it sire."
"Good, is it finished as I specified?"
"yes. And tested so it will operate as you desire."
"Good. Let me see it." Eldrast says "Let's see what my son spent his time doing before his illness."
Angela nods and gestures.
An SPSRL walks in, its movements fluid almost like it was gliding.
Eldrast raises his eyebrows "Interesting design...disturbingly human, but distorted enough to not be. Does it talk?"
"Yes, but not in a coversation oriented way. It's very limited, and there is no personality either."
"Excellent. Send it out to find its target immediately." Eldrast says
Angela nods and looks to the SPSRL. "You heard the Emperor, seek!"
the SPSRL's eyes flash with color and 'she' speeds of down the hall.
Nero chuckles "Heh...leave it to the Prince to give a machine breasts....that's just silly of him. A most humorous joke on his part."
Eldrast laughs "Yes! Indeed it is!"
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Post by aura on Oct 28, 2011 19:19:00 GMT -5
"Hmmm...." Desiderius sighed. He was sitting in a large leather chair. His armor already taken away, he sta in his fanciest clothes, a glass of the finest wine in his hands.
"While I still have my distrust of SPSRL, I will trust your judgement sire, and I always trust my most valuable assistant." Desiderius directed at Angela.
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Post by Inkshade on Oct 28, 2011 19:33:57 GMT -5
Angela smiles at Desiderius and blushes slightly "Oh, Des, you're too kind." she chuckles.
Nero looks a tthem, then glances a the Emperor and mouths the words 'Are they?'
Eldrast shrugs. "Yes well, they are tools, and that one just happens to be perfect for finding people."
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