From the Church of Light re the Blazing Sun

I dare say a mirror might break at my sight, not being very comely myself. Would you perhaps not have a liking for mirrors, Niko? Or is that just fanciful legend. No matter. And trust me, glory is not my goal. If but one of their misled souls may be saved, then there is no waste in my effort. Therein lies the glory.

As for the Pontiff? Well...if you look at the history of extremist cults, they give little regard to any authority outside of their own one charismatic leader. Even the Pontiff must stay true to the authority of the history of other Pontiffs before him, and all of them to the authority of Valos, Good King of the Light. It is how our Church has been able to reform with humility when we find ourselves askew from what we should be. If only the leader of this cult could see his own hubris as one of his faults. So yes, I will consult the Pontiff regarding issues such as this, as much as he seeks the input of those like me. It's good to have this connection, this way when I'm praying to my god, I'm pretty sure I'm not just talking to myself. Again, this is something our foe lacks and if they had the humility to consult with proper authority, perhaps we wouldn't have had to deal with this horrible mess.

Who leads the charge is not important to me, but this group claiming to be Valosian is of great concern to the entire church, of which I am part. Let the others who are not of the Light lead the final charge, but the banner I hold to support them in these initial skirmishes is a banner of thoughts, ideas, words, and theologies - much needed against these heretics. If the Count, the Baron, or one of the Lords or Warlord sees fit to determine who leads the charge, I will most certainly comply with the proper chain of command - independent of your own suggestions. As for the Dark and Order and otherwise, my preference would be to fight side by side with them against this common enemy. Perhaps even you and I will find ourselves doing just that, which (all jest aside) it would please me well.

Cheers
- although as I lift my glass to you it may not contain a beverage to your own taste,

Vampire jokes.
Good call mocking
What I can't change.
You're truly
An inspiration.

Niko Malagan




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Friend Niko,

You know Ephrem’s words will fall on deaf ears.
Enjoy the show. You’ll have your pound of flesh.

Ephrem,
Regardless of the success you plan brings
glory may be due for you given your intention.
Peaceful resolutions should be the only resolutions.

I support discussion concerning the conflict, but I also value your safety.
I wish you good fortune.

Zanthios this happened already, because of this, your wording seems ominous and threatening towards Father Ephrem. While it may have been well-intentioned, it reads as if you are going to give him the "bad fortune." It may do you well to stay up to date with the current on-goings, so you are not misunderstood in such fashion.
-Victor

It would perhaps have been good to have the outcome(s) posted to the board.
I support his attempt at a peaceful resolution.
I was concerned how the Blazing Sun would receive him.

Perhaps you should't rush your judgement and be pessimistic

I specifically said: "I wish you good fortune."
My wording was maybe simple.
I'm not sure how you may have perceived anything different.