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Who: Sorceress (

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What: Sorceress familiarizes herself with Pumpkin Hollow
When: May Catch-All
Where: Around town
Warning(s): Shippy feelings between Sorc/Wiz

[Around the Town - OTA]

[Dealing with death was one thing. She'd died a few times during her adventures back in Hydeland. Waking up revived in the chapel was sort of the norm. Waking up somewhere else and to someone other than the Priest was... a bit shocking, to say the least. Sorceress, of course, listened to the explanation, holding on to every word about her current situation.

It sounds similar to what she had just been through in Hydeland. Perhaps... it was what the Goddesses wanted of her now? But where was this place?

Honestly, the biggest disappointment was she didn't have her outfit and staff. The latter would make for channeling magic a tad difficult. Something she'd worry about later. In the mean time, the necromancer spends her time (after getting an outfit or two) studying the town of Pumpkin Hollow. Its history, what she can learn about the townfolks, the mythology of the Goddesses, (what an interesting little coincidence~), the various organizations.

She generally keeps to herself though, lurking around the different Temples, the Greymare Library, and the Oak and Iron.

Or, alternatively, Sorceress can be found near the outskirts of town, near the Fall's Promise Cemetery, inspecting various large sticks to try and craft herself a new staff.]

[I hear those words that you always say - Locked to substitutiarylocomotion]

[It was strange to be without the rest of the Company. Fighter, Elf, Amazon, Dwarf... why, even Wizard. The stupid, pig-headed, overly confident, handsome... Er, that was beside the point.

One evening at the Oak and Iron, after a day spent mostly at the library, the magic caster grabbed herself some food with a tired sigh and sat down...

Only to find herself staring at a very familiar face across a few of the tables. All she can do is gawk in disbelief. There's... There's no way. It can't be. Were they still in Hydeland somehow? Or was all of the rest of the company sent here as well? Gods, this only created more questions rather than answering any of the hundreds of ones she still hasn't been able to figure out. Maybe it wasn't who she thought it was.

There was only one way to find out.]

... Sylus?

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"That's good." Sorceress knows how important privacy and being alone can be when you want it.

"I was surprised to hear the natives respect something that was formed by the outsiders — but I'm thankful for it nonetheless. That makes two of you've I met thus far."

The Enforcers were here before we were, but it is very kind of them to trust me with the leadership of such an important part of their lives. It is not the first time I have lead what amounts to a military, but the trust is nice.

Valdis tips her head.

Who is the other you met?

"Oh?" The witch's interest is piqued. "They were? And I've only met Sephiroth. I'm certainly glad to have stumbled upon the leader, particularly one with the experience for it. I was under the impression the Enforcers were created by the ones brought here though, not that it matters in the end."

Her lip curls slightly to show off her teeth.

The Department of Supernatural Affairs was created by me and is a department of the Enforcers, so perhaps that is where your confusion lies.

She shakes herself as if shrugging off the irritation.

"My apologies," she offers a bow. "Department of Supernatural Affairs... What are the duties of that, if I may ask?"

Valdis inclines her head, irritation already forgotten.

I created the DSA to be a specialized team that works against the demons and monsters as it made sense at the time to create separate teams to meet the needs of Pumpkin Hollow. They also work with some of the other supernatural individuals here.

"That does make sense. Keeps things more organized and allows you to still have units ready for other issues," Sorceress nods in agreement. "How... often are the attacks and the like?"

The demons are slowing down, but there are plenty of monsters that threaten this place on the daily.

Valdis tips her head.

There is room for independent forces you know, a friend who has since left had her own group, and then the Bizzyboys are also around. It's not just the local group who helps protect Pumpkin Hollow

"I expected most of the ones brought here would help in the effort. I'm glad I'm assumption was correct on that at least."

She places a hand on her chest. "Once I've become a bit more established, it will be easier for me to help defend the town as well."

What do you need to become established? It's possible I may be able to help.

"Good staves, a broom, perhaps some magically resistant clothes..."

She doesn't need much, thankfully.

"Spell scrolls wouldn't hurt."

The list is far shorter than she anticipated.

I cannot help with the spell scrolls as my magic doesn't require them, but the broom and clothing I have some ideas for. A broom can be purchased at any of the markets, but Neil can possibly enchant clothing for you, he is an adept mage. He has woven protection spells for me before.

Sorceresses in her world don't need much to use their magic. She just mostly misses her stylish outfit and enchantments. The staff is a must as it's essentially a foxal point while the broom she needs for easier travel.

Still, the witch bows her head in thanks. "I very much appreciate the information! I find used but cared for brooms work best. Who is this Neil fellow you speak of?"

He's the leader of the Ocularum, an expert in dreams, and a powerful mage. Trust me when I say you don't want to be on his bad side.

She's never seen his bad side, but he's her friend and ally, there is no reason they should ever come to blows. Fever has been telling her all about magic though, just in case she ever needs to fight against a powerful mage.

He created an enchanted ring for me to aid me against the demons.

"I'll keep that in mind should I look into contacting him." If she's lucky, he'll be similar to Lucain from back in her world. Hard to say though.

Having found a stick or two to work with for the day as well as her conversation with Valdis, Sorceress seems satisfied with the information she's gained.

"I should take my leave for now. I've been out here probably far longer than I should..." She offers a bow. "Thank you again for everything, Valdis. I will be sure to pass on what you've told me to my business partner, if that's alright."

Valdis inclines her head.

That is fine. I'm sure I'll see you around.

"I'm sure you will. Take care of yourself," The witch smiles warmly and begins to head back down town.

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