h2g2 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy: Earth Edition

We will use as little as we can, Lycan, you know that. *keeps from looking at him, staring into space*

I don't think I'm needed here... I'm not one for meetings...

neither were you...

*turns to leave*

Lycan...*she turns around, looking back at him*

*Alden flicks his tail and pads over to him*

*in Elandra's eyes is an unusual insecurity*

*glances over his shoulder* I have to go out and... survey the surroundings... its my job

Elandra... come with me if you want

*gets up quickly, nodding to those still present*

Of course...*moves over to him*

*leaves the council chamber*

*she and Alden follow*

The water supply will be no problem, I'm an elememtalist I can provide the water, maybe the familier's can gather intelligence

*looks at Masky sunning herself on the windowsill*

You happy up there cat

*Masky opens an eye and gives a contented RRRRPPPP*

Yeah you would be, I guess I can wait for Lord Craxus a bit longer

*In the black robes, The High Lord enteres the chambers.*


Hello Lady Shaylar....how are you doing?

*Gasps and goes down on one knee*

My Lord forgive me

I came here to pledge my loyalty to you against the Darkness as my father did before me, I have no home as such as my village is encased in ice until the darkness leaves this land, I thnak you for allowing me into the guild and I hope I am worthy of you

*Keeps her eyes on the floor*

Lady Shaylar please rise, in time you will prove yourself a worthy magician. So far you have done what you have for love and your loyalty. You will make a great asset to the Magicians Guild.


*The High Lord motions with his hands for her to rise.*


So what do you think of our situation so far?

*Rises but still won't look Lord Craxus in the eye*

My Lord, truthfully I don't know what is going on for, the last 100 years I have been in hibernation, I had to to replenish my strength and my magic then I spent a year travelling here, I had to hide my powers as the villages I passed through had been raviged by the darkness and people were afraid of me, I had a couple of idea's like using ice to slow any attack on the city walls, Lady Elandra was worried about the water supply if it were poisoned but I'm an elementalist I can provide the water, also maybe the Familiers can provide some Intelligence, isn't that right Masky

*Masky opens an eye and glares at Craxus*

M:- It's amazing how quickly a rat will spill what he knows when you say you're hungry

My Lord I have rarely used my powers for attack, mainly for the defence of my home I find tornado's useful for blowing an army off it's feet

*Smiles at a memory*

It always gets a laugh too

Your powers will be a great add on Lady Shaylar. Still, why won't ye look me in the eye. I will do no harm to you or Masky over there.


*Craxus looks at Masky, then back to Shaylar.*


I like your ideas...using the elements for protection. This will be great with Imardin's defenses. Familiars...hmm....they could be used as advanced scouts. Some of the Magicians though would not like to depart from there familiars...as it is a part of them.

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I...........erm...........I..........erm.........am.........er.........not........comfortable in the presence of men who are unfamiliar to me, I know you will not harm me or Masky, but I was betrayed by my betrothed once, I cannot help being nervous or distrustful, I will be fine as soon as I have been here short time

*Raises her head and looks into the Lord's face and smiles shyly*

There that's better.


*The High Lord puts on a greeting face with a wide smile.*


I hope in time you come to trust me as many of the Magicians have. Now hows your new living quarters going? Gotten all settled in?

Yes thank you My Lord, now that I have my belongings in place it's beginning to feel more like home, Masky likes her new home too, you may have to chase her out of the kitchens occationaly but she'll behave

*Glares at the cat*

Won't you Masky

*Cat opens her eyes and gives a disgusted sniff*

I do trust you all in the guild but.............I have spent so much time alone, it's not easy being part of a group again

*The High Lord nods.*


I know all too well what you mean. Before I was the High Lord, I was more of a rogue scout for the guild than anything else. I had to live on my own. Don't worry I'm sure you will get your bearings soon enough.

Thank you my Lord may I take my leave of you, I will show you the extent of my powers at a later date

*The High Lord bows in deep respect.*


I'm sure you will be just fine. You may go where you want, although at some time we may require your assistance.

*Curtsey's*

Thank you My Lord

*Turns to the window*

Masky come on we're going

*Cat pretends not to hear*

Masky move your tail or go hungry

*Cat gets up, stretches and walks past Craxus rubbing around his ankles*

*Smiles*

You are honoured My Lord, Masky likes you, not many can say that

*Leaves the Chamber*