hadriel | ✘ Round 1

Greetings.

I am new to this city. I seek information on a number of things. I have been told that an individual that goes by the name of 'Arya' may be able to tell me more. But anyone else who is willing to part with information--on the city, on the supposed 'gods' that rule it, or any attempts to escape from it--well, it would be appreciated. If you require it, I will find some way to reciprocate, once I have gotten my bearings.

That is all. [He's tempted to ask about the presence of nonhumans in the city and how they are tolerated, but that strikes him as a bit too specific of a question. He's largely been in hiding since his arrival, both because his mission to earth mandated secrecy and because all previous attempts at contact had ended absolutely horribly for him. Glacius isn't feeling secure or trusting enough yet to give away what he really is, hence the text--it's hard to adjust his large fingers to the buttons and he rarely writes in common, but it doesn't give away his appearance or his voice. It's as impersonal as he can currently be. This will have to do for now.]

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( it's bad that his misunderstanding of a colloquialism sort of puts her at ease. she's used to being around people that don't get it, it reminds her a bit of home. )

it's an expression. like when someone gets on your last nerve. trying to bother them on purpose.
I am not sure they're gods. it just seems like they're magical and powerful. magical, powerful, and arrogant.

[His species is not one for colloquialisms in general--and Glacius himself would just rather everyone say what they mean. It makes things so much less confusing! He gives a quiet hmm as he thinks this over.] Oh... I see. So you were implying that if I were to question people about the status of the gods, they may become frustrated?

[That doesn't make a lot of sense to him. Why just accept these corrupt beings for their word? If they are trying to keep people in the city of Hadriel, and if they are trying to hold sway over them, then it makes sense that they would try to talk themselves up as being 'gods' that hold dominion over this place. Healthy skepticism seems wiser, here.] Yes, exactly. That seems like a more accurate assessment. I have yet to hear that they are omnipresent or omnipotent. And I have yet to heard that they have created or made any life of their own--rather, it seems that they pull the beings here through this supposed 'Door'.

I mean people are worried that interfering with our captors might make it worse for us.

( which does make sense, though it sort of puts them at an impasse. if she's not allowed to do anything to fight back, they're never gonna make it out of here. Emma doesn't want to make it worse for people, she's just not good at sitting on her hands. )

it sounds like some kind of curse to me. and the door has to be some kind of portal. if it works one way it's got to be able to send us back. maybe they don't know how but that doesn't make it impossible.

I understand. But it is not in my nature to just sit idly by while corrupt powers have their way. If we remain here, then there will be no end to our suffering... but if we find a way to leave, to get back to what we once knew and loved, wouldn't that make it worth it?

I think it is. but I can't speak for everybody.

( she doesn't blame people for being afraid. maybe she just doesn't understand yet, because she hasn't been for very long. she just doesn't understand not trying to get out. the Gods are probably the best place to start, even if it upsets others to interfere. )

True. It is an unfortunate impasse, but ultimately I cannot afford to let the fear of others govern me. [He feels like there is too much riding on the potential of escape, and besides, his loyalty must come to his people first. He cannot remain here forever--the sooner he can get back to his mission, the better.]

you didn't ask for my advice but you're getting it anyway. just be careful, because it's more than just you on the line.

( emma is used to that sort of weight on her shoulders, being the savior. it's not anything new to her but that doesn't actually make it easier. she can't sit still and ignore things any better than he can, but she's at least trying to be a bit more careful. )

my name is Emma, by the way.

[Of course it is; there's always been more than just him on the line. The longer he stays here, the longer his crashed ship remains on earth, and the more likely it is that his technology falls into the wrong hands. If that happens, not only could his people suffer, but humanity too; Glacius is used to being the savior as well, or at very least the protector of that ungrateful race.]

If you think this is just about me then you misunderstand my motives. But that is fine; most do. [The fact that he's been committed to secrecy to safeguard his people often does not help.] My name is Glacius.

I don't think I do. trying to do the right thing isn't always easy. sometimes it has consequences you wouldn't expect.

( she knows that painfully well by now. )

nice to meet you.

[It's almost enough to make him give a little chuckle, not that it would translate across text. Ever since he came to earth the first time, nothing about his life had been easy. He didn't expect this to be, either.] It is good to meet you, as well. If it makes you feel any better, I do not plan on quarreling with these 'gods' unless a plan is developed that requires it. I have no taste for useless conflict.

it does, I guess.
but I agree with you, we've got to do something. I'm just not sure what yet.

( she's not used to not having a lead on how to resolve a conflict. there is usually a more clear-cut focus back home, and they don't have that in Hadriel. )

As much as I do not want to be trapped here for any longer than is strictly necessary, it will take time to figure out what, exactly, can be done. Time and patience are assets in any situation... as are determination and perseverance. Whether it comes to confronting the gods, manipulating the Door, or something else that has yet to be uncovered, I will not rest until an answer has been found. Hopefully others will feel the same.

I'm not giving up as long as people are still suffering and I'm trapped away from my family.
my son is here and I can't give up as long as I've got him to look out for.

I am sorry, I know that must be difficult. I cannot imagine what I would do if any of my family was trapped in a place like this: where they could not truly be free, where they would be condemned to suffer according to the whims of petty tyrants.

I will fight not only for freedom, but to make sure that this will one day end, and no one else will have to suffer in our stead.

thanks.

( it sure as shit isn't easy. but if anything can make her fight like hell, it's protecting henry. )

I'll fight with you. as long as it takes.

The support is appreciated. I offer myself as well, if that is what it takes to get out of here. [It feels odd, offering support to someone that he's assuming is human on the other side of the phone... but he supposes he owes them a chance to prove themselves... and it would be selfish of him to simply accept their help without offering his own.]

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( definitely human over here, but she's willing to hope that she can trust a stranger. her parents might be rubbing off on her after all. )

I think it'll probably need more than just the two of us, but a start is a start.

Indeed. And being willing to stand up in this situation takes courage... and cunning. If I come up with any decent ideas, I will let you know.

same. I'll be keeping my ears open.

( she hopes with a little time she'll have something to report. )

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