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While I am not one to answer to the call of self proclaimed deities, I do think it within our best interest to oblige Hope's request. That is, if he is unable to keep such beasts adequately at bay, there are scarce other options to which we may yet turn to.

[And while that may have come out a little somber at the start, Haurchefant is quick to pep up! Smiling as he gestures with his hands as he speaks.]

With that said, I say the best course of action would be to form small groups of capable warriors and to fell what beasts we can around the city's perimeter. T'would prove beneficial to not only Hope, but to each of us! If we may be able to prevent a larger catastrophe through this end, then I say we should embark down this path!

Who of you are with me? Of course, those of you who are not quite so skilled with combat need not feel pressured to join. Scant do I wish to endanger any who might not be capable against such horrid beasts.

Come my friends, and together we may yet preserve what peace we are yet able within this city!

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[The most notable thing about Henry is that he is properly armoured: his gorget, chest plate, left pauldron and mail are all visible in his feed. His expression is focused and his bearing holds an innate confidence.

The prospect of battle is evidently commonplace for him.

Though his speech is refined, there is an underlying sharpness to his voice when he speaks.]

I shall heed thy call to arms. Though perhaps you should impress the folly of overly esteeming one's prowess with less tact.

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[Haurchefant knows the look of a seasoned warrior, and he definitely has it!]

Ah—! Splendid, my friend! I am sure yours will be a help sorely needed in this time.

[Though, his smile falters just a touch at the second part.]

I beg pardon? I see of no reason to be tactless when addressing such topics, the grim nature of this endeavor well speaks for itself.

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[He tilts his head at the way that smile falters, and sighs.]

I said not without tact entirely. But will some regard it as a challenge to prove their questioned worth, without firm discouragement?

[He tends towards being too hard, a fact of which he is self-aware, though it's not his intention to hurt morale.]

I see that you are a kind --[there is a slight pause, because he was going to say man, but those strange ears]-- one. 'Twas merely a thought. Pay it no mind.

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Those who see such words as a personal challenge will see a challenge where there is not regardless of what I say, or how I say it, I'm afraid. If those who do seek to join me, I am more than capable of singling out those who are clearly not made for battle. I have trained many over-zealous knights in my time as a garrison commander, and to that end, I have learned to keep a watchful eye out for the wreckless.

[Haurchefant smiles warmly at him.]

Worry not, friend, your suggestion is not ignored, and your thoughts are not so readily discarded. Your concern is warming, and welcomed, even if we may not see eye to eye on the matter.

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[Henry nods in acknowledgement -- that experience, more than anything, reassures him.

He has not forgotten the pressing matter at hand, but first he asks:]

Served you ever as an ambassador?

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[Haurchefant pauses at the question—more of surprise than anything else.]

Nay, I have been only a knight and commander. For why do you ask?

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You evidently have a talent for speech, and a pacifying manner. Your status as a knight is sufficiently high.

[He is simply wondering where that natural ease as an orator comes from -- though he won't say as much. He makes a dismissive gesture with his free hand.]

To the task afore us?

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'Tis the result of leading men for many years—as well as playing host to myriad adventurers, is all.

[Haurchefant doesn't honestly give himself enough credit, his patience is boundless, and he knows well how to chart a conversation. He just so happens to have a way with words.]

Aye, of course. I do suppose settling on a point of rendezvous would be best—let us meet at the Colosseum. From there we can group together with the others who hearken to my call to arms.

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Very well.

[Henry has no objections, nor, perhaps, any intention to make further small talk. However, he supposes he should do one thing before leaving and that is introduce himself.]

My name is Henry Percy. [It's obvious that they're from different worlds, so he adds:] A knight of England.