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[aetherialslumber]

Tempering alters the mind. Even now, Lord Bahamuts' will exists within me.

[ It is the man, isn't it. Though he gives such a sad look, eyes still averting staring at Thancred. ] You'd not believe the reason for why I call them that.

[wordsinthesoul]

Ah. Then you're aware of that- are you able to resist, in any way? You seem… coherent.

[It's strange. So strange- little of what he'd been told…] Oh? Wouldn't I? I've heard no small number of incredible tales.

[aetherialslumber]

It is the soul that is tempered, isn't it now - taken to gift to one like my Lord? [ The body smirks a little, a little confident. Listen, Urianger is afraid, but... he sort of likes how he looks. ] But the soul does not always linger in the same flesh it was born in.

[ ...It would take a master of magic manipulation to change that, though, wouldn't it? ]

[wordsinthesoul]

And the soul is the person. [There is something very impressive about that form. At that- Thancred tilts his head.]. You speak of transference? From- who? And how would you have accomplished that?

[aetherialslumber]

...There are many spells sealed in the Gubal Library - and many which could be read about if you snuck in the right way. Practiced to impress those you cared for, without knowing why it was forbidden. [ Nael's (?) gone quieter. Glancing to the guards for a moment, before looking towards Thancred again. ] And if your weapon was not known to be one - a queer-seeming staff which had ancient glyph carved into it - a spell for transference could be cast quickly. In an emergency, as one was brought to be executed.

[ ...He doesn't say his name. He still feels he can't. ]

[wordsinthesoul]

[…The Gubal Library. He knows that- and Garlemald might have had some agents with access, when Sharlayan attempted negotiations- but he thinks this is much more than that. Particularly as Nael (?) goes on, and he brings a hand to hide his mouth, covering some surprise.]

…a stave carried by someone with a great deal of power within them. That was- that would have been after the Project began. Wouldn't it?

[aetherialslumber]

It was. It was close to when the-- [ He still seems to be stopping himself from fully admitting it. ] when I was defeated by Eorzeans and imprisoned here. When it was far too late to end Project Meteor - even if the signal was cut off, Lord Bahamut was close. He would not simply return to the skies.

[wordsinthesoul]

[He puts a hand out on the table- not quite reassuring, but. close enough.]. I see. No- the land was too close- and you…? Would you have- drawn him?

[aetherialslumber]

He knew where his loyal subject was - or what appeared to be him. [ Nael (?) looks down at the hand - giving a small smile, but then trying to mask it. ]

[wordsinthesoul]

But on the inside- do you feel it? Do you still feel- that calling? [he reaches out a little further- trying to touch, without being obvious.]

[aetherialslumber]

[ Even that ever-so-slight touch made him smile. A little. ] It is a lesser calling then I would imagine - one of the mind, not of the soul. The risks are unknown.

[wordsinthesoul]

[He's worried by this- a little frightened, too. But- if it means Urianger can be with them again…]. That's- hm. It's stronger in your thoughts rather than your mind? I… we should investigate this- if you don't object.

[aetherialslumber]

It is. Almost as if... hm. I have a theory, but I wouldn't be able to test it... [ Unless he had his weapon again, unless he had the ability to switch souls again. His voice then drops so that the guards can't hear them. ] We may need to speak alone.

[ voice goes back up. ] An official Archon investigation? I have no choice - I am a prisoner, after all.

[wordsinthesoul]

[He gives a little squeeze, before leaning back.]

It's be best for all of us. There's a lot we could learn from you- perhaps more we can do about this, too.

[aetherialslumber]

...If my mind is tempered, and it is incurable, it shall still fall to Archon to end me. Your little Eikonslayer is missing, hm?

[ it seems the guards are leaving, though, to give them some room. but look at urianger playing up the part of villain! ]

[wordsinthesoul]

We'll still find what we can- and we're hardly incapable. [a little huff to keep it up as the guards go!

But he reaches out when it's just the two of them.]. …you're alright. Aren't you?

[aetherialslumber]

...I'm scared, Thancred. [ Urianger says, beginning to slump. Still tied up, but no longer playing that terrifying role. ] I thought-- I did not know they'd execute my body. I was to use this body simply to release myself...

[wordsinthesoul]

I know. It must be difficult…. [He stand, to come over- seeing if he can loosen the bonds a little, for Urianger to be more comfortable.]. I don't think I can completely undo these- we'll work something out when we move you. Ah… but things move too fast? I'm sorry.

[aetherialslumber]

[ They can be untied enough for Urianger to move a little, but as Thancred comes close, Urianger will try and... nuzzle at him. Affectionate. Though it's strange in this body. ] I imagine I'll be struck as soon as I arrive - Lyse is still far too fast to judge, isn't she? [ there's a smile. ] I-- watched it. That is when I took this role.

I have not lied. Bahamut has claimed part of me.

[wordsinthesoul]

[It's quite bizarre, but Thancred reaches out to Urianger, touching him gently. Pulling him close, a little.] I'm afraid so- she's more on edge than ever. She's trying to make up for what Yda can't do right now…Ah- that's when it… became permanent.

…I suspected as much. But… we'll do what we can, Urianger. I… we can't give you up again.

[aetherialslumber]

And bringing back van Darnus would not be a good look. Have the others survived-- I'm sorry. I'm afraid much news has not reached me. [ Aw. Urianger is trying his best. ] That... is. I felt it.

[ But, he then quietly closes his eyes. ] I trust all of you. As Louisoix and you all trusted me to spread the word of the Calamity.

[wordsinthesoul]

No. Coming back wouldn't have been easy. [he hesitates, and- shakes his head.]. Most of us survived- Yda took a bad blow, in assisting refugees, but…. Louisoix fell. In trying to prevent Dalamud's fall. [he reaches forward, to hold Urianger a little closer.]

…thank you. I'll do my best to make sure it's earned.

[aetherialslumber]

[ His mentor-- Urianger closes his eyes, to mask his tears. But as Urianger is held? Thancred would feel the tiny little wings on his back. ] ...he gave his life for our goals. So many to mourn... will we be remaining in Eorzea?

[ An honest question, as he adjusted himself a little. ] This body-- it is female. None of us knew. Nor did any who'd come with him to Eorzea.

[wordsinthesoul]

[He touches them gently, wondering- but it's more important to keep holding Urianger for now. To reassure him, even though he has to give this news.]. We will. It's not- it wouldn't be right, to just leave them after all of this. The lands are still in trouble.

[He gives a surprised sound.]. No. Under the armour- I'd never suspected. Is- how is it, for you?

[aetherialslumber]

[ As they're touched, Urianger seems to smile more. He still looks so... broken, though. ] For this is an Umbral Era. I fear it may not end for quite some time - and I may not help. [ for this is his form. ]

...I've had to adjust, but I've not liked it.