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A mere mortal · 1mo
Well, with that overlap between the automatons and Technon, do you think there’s something bigger here? More connections that are worth looking into?
Sinder: Found it! So it turns out the god of Sollana before Auna usurped him was none other than Technōn! There are still relics with his hand sybol in the Wastes, a region South of Sollana, and in Mekanis where the Automatons thrive! Seems he didn’t care he got usurped since Sollana didn’t matter in his machinations…
A mere mortal · 1mo
Harfang, do you have any assistants who help out at your Chateau and keep books and checkouts inline?
A mere mortal · 1mo
Do you think all the romantic and familial bonds between demons and Plenty gods might be change things? And I don’t just mean personality and morals being improved by healthy relationships. Do you think reality and divine/demonic rules might be affected by how much these two are mingling, changing the laws of nature?
Debbie: I would hope so. The foolishness of Technōn was believing that Order and the Divine were intrinsically Good while Chaos and Demonkind were intrinsically Evil when, in reality, all those things are part of one balance, an equilibrium called life. Chaos is change, unpredictable and scary but revolutionary and evolving. Order is stability and safety but also stagnation and decay. One needs a mixture of both and, as the Divine and Demons intermix, there is ultimately a greater chance for things to find peace through equilibrium.
Vorace: You… you sound like you had this planned.
Debbie: Goodness no. I had no idea who Technōn even was. I’m just happy that things are changing in a safe way.
Vorace: Huh… I can see why the Infinite chose you.
A mere mortal · 1mo
A coincidence? Between Technon and a whole automaton group? Could you tell us a bit more about these Sollana automatons at least and what you think is similar?
Harfang: Back even before Auna faked her godhood over there, a species of soul-touched Automatons came to be through means unknown. History stipulates they were a slave race granted immortality, but ransacking by Auna ensured this would be lost to time. The country of Sollana still recognizes them as second-class citizens.
Vorace: I’ve seen some of their souls pass through here. Though they were different in shape and design, the… the beat of the clockwork they had sounded similar to Technōn’s.
A mere mortal · 1mo
You think Technon has any chance of changing for the better after a few millennia locked up looking through the emotion and freedom of the worlds without him?
Vorace: That’s… arguably much nicer than what I had in mind when I had him imprisoned. I was thinking he should suffer like he forced Raa-Deas to suffer in immobile servitude for as long as time existed. But, even if he does change, many out there would never forgive him on Deo’s death alone, no matter if he came back.
A mere mortal · 1mo
Now that the author isn’t gonna be messing with things anymore, are there gonna be some big changes to the Dictionnaire’s rules?
A mere mortal · 1mo
Aww, I’m glad you made up Arcvolt! What’s it like being in the fold of a Plenty family?
It’s actually really nice. I grew up alone, disliked by demons for my divine have and hated by gods for my demon half (all of which was, I realize now, mostly my self-hatred projecting). Now I’m loved, and deeply too. Sybil is such a caring mom, she took the time to sit me down to ask me all my favourite things so she could memorize them. And when I said I didn’t have a favourite, I dunno, kind of cake because I never had some, Debbie took me try a ton for fun! And her hugs are so nice, warm and soft… plus, the twins immediately began treating me like a sister! I played some music for Jo and she asked if I could teach her, I visited Lily’s gardens and chilled with her… I’m happier now than I’ve ever been.
A mere mortal · 1mo
Oh yeah, Ginny, you’re still a hero for your own hike right? Does Megaton Rex have any notable foes you fight?
A mere mortal · 1mo
This Balancing of the Scales…how exactly did it get set up and have the sway to kick the Plenty out? And what were the games like in the tourney?
Cinnamon: The Balancing of the Scales is an ancient ritual, created so that mortals could choose their own destinies when they believe their gods have failed them. Usually, demons are summoned as arbiters, and the world’s mortals are tested. If their faith in their gods holds true, the gods are permitted to return. If not? The demons have free rein to take that world for their own. Overland was subjected to this, and while the Plenty had once been a secret to its populace, they were unveiled by Arcvolt. The Plenty were temporarily banished, and a fighting tournament began between the demons and the mortal and semi-divine champions that remained. In the end, Overland chose the Plenty, realizing that while their secret natures had been a betrayal, they had always been fair, just, and kind. The faith of the people gave the Plenty’s champions an edge, and they pushed Arcvolt and her faction out. And now? Everyone knows the Plenty are gods, but everyone just goes about their day as normal anyway. After all, the Plenty are still people first, gods second.
A mere mortal · 1mo
Miiraurix, I’m glad you didn’t lose Deo for good. But we also haven’t learned much about you, could you tell us a bit more about yourself?
Miiri: Oh! I didn’t realize anyone would ask me anything! I’ll do my best!
My parents were traditionalist dragons from Sollana, and like many others, we came to Overland with Idelia when she ascended. But my parents didn’t adapt well. They still had backwards notions about dragon types, and how to treat kobolds. I met a wonderful man: Deo. He was funny, and stubborn, and so passionate. I adored him, and could always rely on him to be honest. My parents hated him. He was a red dragon, and of demonic blood no less. I was a gold dragon, of “divine blood,” and “shouldn’t sully myself with such an impure bloodline.” My father’s words. There was a dispute, and eventually the traditionalists were driven out. I chose to stay…and Idelia adopted me as her son. Deo and I were married shortly thereafter, and I moved to Heck with him when he became a full demon!
A mere mortal · 1mo
What are the unique ways every Plenty god is paid tribute to? The different prayers or rituals and such?
Isabella: Well, usually the best way to pray to a god of the Plenty is actually through action. Hard work puts you closer to the Moon. Helping your community brings you close to the Meteor. And so on. Of course, ordinary prayers still happen, and those are as simple as just speaking something aloud or thinking it to yourself. There are a few…unconventional methods though. My mom? You can get her attention by finding an ordinary newt and yelling at it. I don’t know the story behind that one, but my parents treat it like an inside joke…
A mere mortal · 1mo
How did a group of goblins just, go to Heck? Is it a goblin thing or are there ways for mortals to go to Heck on their own?
Jet: There are a lot of ways for the canny mortal to get into Heck, actually. The most common is to use powerful magic to cleave the barrier between worlds. Heck, being a hub world, is spiritually close to every other dimension in the multiverse, so it’s not as hard as worldhopping normally is. However, if you’re not a powerful mage…you have to rely on accidental Tears in the fabric of reality. But those are exceedingly rare. It hasn’t happened more time than you can count on the fingers of one hand in millennia.
A mere mortal · 1mo
Now that the mood is a bit better…I don’t think we’ve actually heard much about Deo’s father beyond some basics. Ramone, could you tell us a bit more about yourself?
Ramone: Ah yes, I have not had an opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Ramone Cavendish. Once upon a time, I was a rakshasa, or a deceiver demon. I fought on and corrupted many souls on many worlds…until I met Vanarella. I had been summoned as a soldier in a war against dragonkind. We spent decades fighting, trying to kill one another…and somehow animosity changed. Turned to passion. Then love. Together with her, and my children, I achieved something thought impossible. I managed to ascend from my demonic roots and become something else…not quite a divine being, but not a demon any longer. A spirit, perhaps?
A mere mortal · 1mo
Well, all that’s important is that your back Deo! How’s everyone handling/celebrating your return from the dead?
Deo: Well, Debbie had to put a charm on my spine to keep it from breaking from all the hugs I got. Apparently they held a funeral service for me and everything, so everyone was…surprisingly happy to see me back. Miiri didn’t let me go for days afterward. And my mother…well, she apparently hadn’t taken my death well. She insisted I stay in Overland with them for a few days just so she could make sure I was okay.