<Fair point. So... are you part of the dream?>
What if there’s no better word than just not saying anything?Ulthar
<I am. But that does not make me any less real. When humans dream... they are not just viewing a world inside their head.>
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-To York.-
You have seen one of his weaknesses first hand. He cannot live in the light of day.
-To Cloud.-
Because Dio is someone who given the opportunity, would bring about Conception. He is not a cultist, although they will probably present themselves soon enough. He provides a target, one that you know you can aim for.
...
There is something else that you should know. The man who's house you are staying in... is on your side. You may trust him.
edited 23rd Jun '13 9:25:20 PM by pyr0h1tman8
In our heart, Mr. Ando will always be a penguin.Ulthar
<The dreamlands are a realm that humans can only reach when they slumber. It is another dimension, but no less real or important.>
<In fact, the dreamlands are said to be far closer to humanity's gods than the realm you know as the waking world.>
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Yes Cloud. You will be very helpful.
-Nuru smiles at Cloud.-
Just remember... Dio would have used you as well, yes. But when you had outlived your usefulness, it's likely that he would have discarded you. You made the right choice.
-Nuru sips some wine.-
edited 24th Jun '13 12:09:04 AM by pyr0h1tman8
In our heart, Mr. Ando will always be a penguin.Restaurant
... I'm glad you brought that up. I would have been worried if you weren't at least slightly suspicious.
Suffice to say that we are working toward the same goal. I wish to prevent the Conception, if at all possible. However, I am powerless to directly interfere.
edited 24th Jun '13 12:22:56 AM by pyr0h1tman8
In our heart, Mr. Ando will always be a penguin.Ulthar
-The cat's voice becomes lower, more urgent, more secretive.-
<Yes. The Other Gods. The wardens of the gods of mankind. The gods to the gods of mankind. It is not wise to talk of them too much, lest one should draw their attention.>
<Many years ago now, I fought in the army that defeated worshippers of the the terrible Other Gods on the moon. That is the closest I have been to their grasp.>
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Yes. I will. It's beneficial to us both. Don't worry, it won't hurt. I'll merely change your genetic code slightly, so that your wings will become easily hidden stumps.
If, of course, I have your permission.
In our heart, Mr. Ando will always be a penguin.<...>
<Why have we been brought here?>
What if there’s no better word than just not saying anything?

So we're supposed to analyse a man who can stop time.
Well, any cryptic hint on how to do that?