Meet the Landers: Sword Maiden

    With the summer sun reaching its highest point and the shadows of the people of Mac Anu disappearing for a moment a lone lizardman walks into the open area of the temple of law. Rizadoman looks around feeling a bit awkward, he had sent a messenger ahead to ask for some time to visit, truthfully he had made the appointment before all this palace land mess. At that time he was interested in the law of this world and of the tingling when certain, world breaking, laws were broken. It is funny how a few weeks can change ones perspective and now he was doubting his distrust of such powers and well in the end needed guidance. Stepping towards one of the members of the temple he speaks, "Please inform the Sword Maiden that Rizadoman has arrived. I believe we had an appointment."

The glisten of water all around him shows the strange magical nature to Mac Anu. There's constant waterfalls everywhere which should take quite a bit of energy to run. Yet, here is all is, constantly running without stop.

At the front, a group of women in beautiful white and blue robes stand guard. No weapons held, aside from the occassional magical staff. Yet, there's a sense of strength amongst them. Watching Rizadoman as he approaches and eventually speaks to them.

They look amongst eachother, then nod. They do not speak, as two open the large doors that lead inside, and lead him into the beautiful inner chamber. Water running through the temple itself. Golden and whites all around him. The light coming in from outside giving everything a beautiful glisten.

Standing at the end of it all, is the Sword Maiden herself. Silent, with her black blindfold on, awaiting Rizadoman's approach.

    Rizadoman steps in to the inner chamber and takes the entire room in. It is certainly a sight to take in and while the gold and the clean white feel of the chamber is amazing what really attracts his attention is the water. It is such a fascinating thing, he could quite easily let himself get lost in the white noise of the water. For a moment he even does as he stands at the entrance of the inner chamber and finds his words before he approaches slowly till he is half way to the sword maiden. " I thank you for seeing me, it is an honor. I come seeking guidance and understanding. As I am being dragged into a war, I find myself seeking the power to protect those that look to me for help. I have seen the power that some others have begun to harness, like data drain, and I am questioning if path will lead to the power that is needed for such things. If something that seems and feels wrong, is truly the right path or if there is another way."

As Rizadoman speaks, the woman smiles softly. Simply listening to him, his voice echoeing somewhat within the walls, only dulled eventually thanks to the waterfeatures within the hall, and the few openings that allow that sunlight to enter.

When he's done speaking, she raises her hand; "You wish to protect the Law of Alba." She remarks, "For protecting the Law of Alba will mean proteecting your friends." She explains to him, and then lowers her hand again to her side. "Come."

She turns, and moves around the back wall of the hall to one of the many doors, bringing him deeper into the sanctum... and out of a door that brings them back into the outside world. There, she walks upon the grass as if she could see the world as clear as day. "I can help you safeguard the Law of Alba. But in return, I will need you to do me a favor first - upon completion of which, you will be permitted to walk the path alongside my friends, much as your friend already has." The young priestess.

    Rizadoman follows behind as he is asked to come with her, and moves quickly to catch up to follow. His first thought is perhaps it is so he can act as a guide for the blind maiden. However he quickly realizes the maiden does not need his help and he can't help but chastise himself mentally , of course she didn't need help she was the sword maiden. The one that even Orcbolg had acknowledged. Finally her words bring him back to the moment as he finds himself back to the moment. " It is only fair that I help you in any way that I can , as you are offering me your help. Tell me what it is and as long as it is in my power I will do my best to help."

"There is a new group of Goblins that have started to show. No doubt you've heard of a Goblin Queen that managed to run from the Tower. She has been creating a new base of operations not too far away from the Eastal Free League's former seat of power - the home of the Sylph." She pauses for a moment, turning towards him. Rizadoman can sense this intense 'attention' on him.

"I believe you understand why this is a problem." It is after all the origin of that mirror, which is now in safe keeping within this very church. "I need their numbers thinned out before they can be a problem. We don't have the time to commit to a full war against them, because of the Palace Landers. But if we let that problem fester..."

    "Who knows what trouble they may dig up there. On top of that I could not look that man in the eye if I did not step up to take care of a goblin threat." Rizadoman says as he truly understands the problem at hand. It is almost worth rallying the entire alliance to go and solve this quickly. " I will see to thinning their ranks and making sure to especially clear away any infestation near more troublesome areas." The truth is at a different point he would have done this without expecting anything in return, however this was war time and he would not look a gift grunty in the mouth.

The woman nods at him. "Go out there and deal with this, Adventurer. And when you return, I will make sure you gain something that is worth your patience." The Sword Maiden patiently proposes to Rizadoman, as she turns away from him and slowly kneels down in front of a small brook within this walled garden area. Silence once again persists, giving him a chance to speak some more if he wishes, or depart and set out to do his duty.

    Rizadoman stands there for a moment processing and then turns about to leave before he stops, " I have one other request, and I apologize for it seems all I came to do is ask for things. I was wondering if there are any resources I can use here at the temple to learn more about the law of Alba? I have an... associate who I can ask for an understanding of the law over all, however she does not strike me as a protector of the law so learning as well from those that can help me to understand what it means to uphold that law will be of great benefit."

The Sword Maiden remains seated; "Sometimes it is better to learn from the thieves why the law against theft exists, than it is from the ones who merely police it." Her hands run over her robes, touching against her knees, getting into a pose that seems like she's looking to pray. "The Law of Alba is not something that can be easily taught without seeing if for yourself. So please, go out there, and learn to sense its true nature."

    Rizadoman nods his head , and while it was not the answer he was expecting he accepts it, if for no other reason then the understanding that having an adventurer hang out in the temple could quickly drag the war into the temple. " I appreciate all your time you have given me and your wisdom. I will leave you for now but I will return when the goblin threat has been decreased. " With that Rizadoman takes his leave, at least once having to ask for a point in the right direction of how to get back to where he started.