Valannor 6342 Share Posted December 21, 2021 “I didn’t win wars without big irons, strong ballistae, and many potions.” - The Aged Seeker, Jack Vivyaen. Tarathiel remembered it well; a deal struck, a veritable bargain even, with the Grand King of the Underrealm. The crisp ocean breeze blowing through her hair hearkened to the hours spent in drydock, of the days spent directing construction within the bowels of the beast. She placed her faith in smoke and steam, for what was to be the salvation of her people if the worst came to pass - an ark to carry her kindred through adversity and calamity. A shield to stand as bulwark for the innocent, and a sword of divinity to bear down on those who refuted its claim. Over eight thousand tons and with an armament fit for its purpose, the ship was certainly deserving of its mantle. Golden eyes graced the verdant shores, and the smoke plumes which marred the sky overlooking the humble grove. The sound of deckhands and the roar of machinery assaulted her senses, the stench of coal burning below as pistons pounded in the heart of the engine - the fires of industry sealing her mandate ironclad. Gauntleted fingers guided the wheel with tepid grace, as if she were afraid to break it if she worked it too hard; though the maiden voyage had proved the ship could take anything the waves threw at it, rough storms hardly impeding the leviathan’s advance through the ashen oceans that had become the vinland seas. They had arrived at their destination - and the veritable fortress made known its defiance of the Titan. “Salvation is our Liturgy.” The Chosen of Order have entered the fray. 18 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Myleres 1658 Share Posted December 21, 2021 An ex-dedicant's eyes widen at the sight of the ship. She was beginning to feel doubtful of her first task as she headed back to the drawing board. Running in blindly was clearly not going to work. She could only hope the captain hadn't snuffed her out. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
King_Kunuk 887 Share Posted December 21, 2021 Spoiler can we get PRO for malaise to step on it? 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reckless Banzai Screamer 11408 Share Posted December 21, 2021 Oijin looked on at the marvel and grandeur of this engineering feat and could only utter a single word as his mind raced on the subject of weaponized machinery. "Naisu..." 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valannor 6342 Author Share Posted December 21, 2021 45 minutes ago, King_Kunuk said: Hide contents can we get PRO for malaise to step on it? Spoiler If we get to kill him I'm sure something could be arranged ;) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malaise 1569 Share Posted December 21, 2021 A concerned Azdrazi worries that this might affect the dragon population. 9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryloth 4312 Share Posted December 21, 2021 Haskir was away for Krugsmas! 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DahStalker 2837 Share Posted December 21, 2021 Hillith silently mopes about the younger generation of Paladins. “What is with this younger generation and steam boats? I don’t get it. All this new advanced dwarven technology - it’s a waste of time - Queens Dawn did just the same and was less expensive.” @Valannor 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRCHENN 3662 Share Posted December 21, 2021 "Mamma Mia." Says a Nephilim. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotbox_monk 945 Share Posted December 21, 2021 A Herald-In-Retirement gasps! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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