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As the world they've been living in so long quickly dissolves around them, the oppressive air from the Gate fades away from their senses and their vision turns turns completely white. It only takes an instant for their sight to return, but when it does, they'll find themselves in the same dim, dank chamber that they were in a moment before albeit with several main differences: the Gate and the machines that were clustered near it are now gone.

However, you'll only be able to take in this sight for a few seconds before the scenery blurs and suddenly there's the scent of the cool December air brushing past your face, blinding sunlight assaulting the eyes.

It's been six weeks since you've seen anything but the night, so it may take a bit of adjustment before realizing that there's a number of very, very familiar faces before you, as well as one who might not be so recognizable. Either way, one thing is for sure: that long, long Night is over, and it's the start of another Day.

Witamy w Krakowie.

[[Everyone will find themselves in the Main Square. Furthermore, those who had body horror will find that all traces of it are gone!]]

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[ortion]

[Later on, Dist—or, Saphir now—tracks down Cumore. He has so much to say to the man, he's not even sure where to begin. So...maybe he should just keep it simple to start.]

You have my absolute gratitude for taking care of Iago in my absence.

[He heard how everything went down after his death, so...yeah. That really means a lot to him. Cumore dealt with so much shit that weekend.]

[drydrown]

[...Oh, that's.]

Of course. He's important to me.

[It wasn't something he did on Saphir's behalf, to be blunt, but like hell if he's going to say that.]

[ortion]

[Honestly, it's entirely fair. The fact that Cumore cares about Iago is the important thing here anyway. He's so glad that Iago had someone to be with through all of...that...]

I know. I am glad that you two were able to see this through. Watching you team up against the Lady was incredible.

[He's just focusing on the highlights of that encounter, he swears.]

[drydrown]

...So you could see all of that.

[ABOUT 80% OF IT WAS NOT HIS FINEST HOUR AND HE SPENT MOST OF IT SCREAMING AT TERU MIKAMI BUT YOU KNOW WHAT he'll take it thank you for having tact.]

It was highly satisfying to finally make her quiet down after having to deal with her noise for so long.

[ortion]

[Listen, it was totally legit to be screaming at Mikami for all of that. But yeah, just focusing on the moment of badassery.]

Oh, I can imagine. The chaos that ensued after was certainly something.

[And to his credit he doesn't sound entirely judgmental. They pulled off some good shit with the fight distraction and the molotov team.]

You did well, setting it all in motion.

[drydrown]

Consider it appreciated.

[He's pleased, okay.]

I understand you're coming back with us...? I'm looking forward to showing you everything Terca Lumireis has to offer.

[ortion]

Yes! I cannot thank you enough for the invitation for Iago and I to come along. It truly does seem like the best course of action for us.

[As much as he wanted to show Iago his own world...well, he just couldn't see it being feasible with everything going on around the time he was taken to Krakow. Since they're both letting go of their prior aspirations that tied them to their worlds, starting over anew with friends is all the more appealing.]

I am very excited to see what you have to show me. And I am happy to assist you in whatever manner you may need with regard to your position in the military. Once I have gained my bearings, of course.

[Move over Alexei, a new blastia nerd is in the works.]

[drydrown]

This is why I like all of you.

[We're going to take over the world and it's going to be deeply stupid. He is living.]

I can already think of several places you'd like. Aspio in particular comes to mind - it's a city of mages and scholars, dedicated largely to research. It would likely suit you and Iago both quite well.

[ortion]

[Preens!!

Fuckin' RIP Terca Lumireis, probably.]

Oh, you shouldn't have mentioned that- you may never see us again once we sink our teeth into the place!

[He's mostly joking...unless?]

[drydrown]

The Empire controls Aspio, and likewise controls all of the research that occurs there. Those under special orders from the Commandant can have all of the access they want, particularly as pertains to blastia research.

If you get my drift.

[ortion]

[With his grin ever-widening,]

Do I ever. I believe I can speak on Iago's behalf when I say we will be most eager to help you reach the position of Commandant with all the more haste.

[Because one, it's what Cumore deserves. And two, r e s e a r c h.]