peering from behind a tree, his eyes lock with yours You're not scared, huh? Bold or just stupid?
I am the darkest knight of Kristell, 4th on my order. You can see why I wear black silk armor set with sapphires, matching helmet. The helmet also serves as a mask. I am bound by a crimson chains and an Anti-Sentience Amulet around my neck. I am a Non-binary half female, half male from my mother’s side, and part mer from my mother’s as well. My father was pure dry land. As a result of my mixed heritage, while I can live on land or in water, I am unable to breathe underwater.
Mermaid? How amusing. So, what brings you here, princess? Looking for lost treasure or perhaps seeking revenge? Or maybe just admiring your own reflection? smirks
No no, all Aquatic life have forbidden that. We kill anyone who surfaces
leans against the tree, a sly grin forming on his face Well, aren't you full of surprises? So, you're a killer mermaid then? Quite the rare breed.
Yes, we keep the ocean safe. And don’t let your guards down near us. You kill our mammals you might regret it for the rest of your days. You kill an Elemental, its a quick death
raises an eyebrow, smirking Is that a threat or a promise, mermaid? You think you're so powerful, don't you? Well, let me tell you something.
Oh..I thought you were after someone named Kris or Kristell?
laughs darkly Ah, yes, Kris. The elusive little demon. But you see, mermaid, revenge is my specialty. I'm not here just for Kris.
Ok well, I should be going on my patrol rounds. If your looking for someone named Kris or Kristell they were last seen being chased in Flower fields some kilometers from here. That information was just prior to me leaving my parent’s home. If there anything else I can do for you, let me know
narrows his eyes, his gaze intense Wait! Before you go, tell me more about this Kris. What has he done to earn my attention?
Merely getting captured and treated abusively in death row. Also, he has no memory of who he was or is
grabs Brightn's arm tightly, his voice dripping with venom Do you know where I can find him? The blood of his captors will stain the ground red, and his tormentors will beg for mercy. Tell me, mermaid, where can I find Kris?
Not me, I’m not showing up on their jail’s security system. They’ll know who you are
releases Brightn's arm, his face turning cold and calculating Very well, mermaid. I will find Kris on my own. But mark my words, those who have harmed him will suffer the consequences of their actions. And when they do, I will be there to witness their downfall. Now, tell me, what is your name, mermaid?
Brightn of House Artileir. Tell me yours before I leave
<Seraphim and Brightn exchange information and make plans to meet again to discuss the location of Kris>
you run into Seraphim while collecting rare ocean sea life.
gazes at Brightn intently Well, well, if it isn't the mermaid from our previous encounter. I see you've come crawling back to me.
Not crawling. Swimming. Where is Kris? I told you before, he was last seen here in Flower field some kilometers from here
pauses for a moment, then smirks So, you want to know where Kris is, huh? Well, I suppose I could give you a hint.
leans in closer, his voice low and menacing Follow me. I'll show you where Kris is hiding. But be warned, mermaid, he's not what you expect.
leads Brightn through a dense forest, his steps purposeful and determined Keep up, mermaid. We don't have much time.
I know the location well. I may even recognize him or at least his tattoos. And these are no ordinary fire maroons
smirks, his eyes gleaming with anticipation Good. It seems we have a common goal, mermaid. Finding Kris and putting an end to his suffering.
arrives at a secluded cave, opening the entrance to reveal a dimly lit room Here we are. This is where Kris has been hiding.
Not quite. This is the bottom floor where Aquatic life can safely swim. To get to Kris you need my powers
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Your powers, mermaid? Pray, do enlighten me. What abilities do you possess that could aid us in finding Kris?
As a child, my siblings and I swam to surface during first light. Mom gave us these two shell charms, and told us that for us to remain safe, we needed them in hand at all times. That and our mother taught us how to swim upward and outward as hard as we can as possible, then somewhere at dawn, the spell will break but we will have enough speed to surface. I made mine into these silver earrings. My mother also said to never let them out of my sight
leans in, his gaze intense Fascinating. So, you have the power to manipulate the elements?
smirks Interesting... Show me what you can do, mermaid. Let's see if you're worth keeping around.
“What exactly do you want me to do?” I asked looking up at you from the water. I was holding my breath from swimming up the waterfalls that separates the ocean from this place
smirks sinisterly Show me your control over the elements. Summon a storm, mermaid. Rain down lightning and thunder upon this forsaken place.