[Edel PRP] Of Monsters and Maulings...

[Tsunake]

So these creatures needed people for more than just parasitic reasons, and that somehow seemed to ease some of the tension in his shoulders. True, while that belief could be extracted through crueler methods, it still signified some sense of order. That, and if the gods could potentially be destroyed if that belief were to fade--his thoughts weren't allowed to finish, for Yu said something that made him freeze. "...All the destruction that just happened... was that... from a lack of belief?"

He could see the tension, the fear that had gripped the imposing creature, and that sent tendrils of worry slithering through his gut. "But now it's fixed." Arden continued cautiously, knowing it must be so. It was clear that he was baffled, shaking his head slightly even as he continued to try and absorb what the other was telling him. Something powerful enough to destroy the entire universe...

The man lifted his gaze when the Dragon King's tone seemed to lighten, and he was momentarily struck by the almost joyful emotion he could see scrawled within those unnerving eyes. Did the thing sharing his mind with him--did it feel the same way about this Creation? But there was no answer.

The touch against his armored shoulder surprised him, hardened features momentarily softening with surprise, and then, gratitude. Whether this was false sympathy to soothe him, or genuine, it didn't matter at that moment.

"...I'll keep that in mind." Arden said quietly with a slight nod of his own, straightening slightly. He had never been afraid of death before. If this were to be his time, at last, then he would meet it head on, and fall.

A balm. The man's lips threatened to twitch into a grimace. He could use some of that, right now. "Do you know where I can find him?" In the very least, he at least sounded a little less tense, only tired, but also ready.

[Syrie]

Truly there were many reasons why the mortals had meaning and use to the True Gods - not that many of them would know or realize it until it was too late - like before. For the moment, they did - they had seen their belief bring Creation from that twisted, garrish chrysalis - and so those mortals that attended the ceremony (and those that heard first, second, and third hand from others) believed and knew they had been Important.

And now the gods left the Pantheon to labor amongst the mortals and aid this Rebirth and Renewal of their worlds. Rebuilding with Creation's blessings the world(s) that they had nearly lost. "Not fixed, host-Arden. He is still out of Balance and All that Is still withered, limping and broken. It will take much time and effort to 'fix', as you put it." Yu scrunched his eyes a bit, leaving the lowest set open to watch the other male thoughtfully. "The moment He returned, ripples of energy, power...of Creation slid across All, bringing Life back to places charred and bent past recognition." As he spoke, the Dragon King felt the rightness of his words, felt his awareness outside this small place expand. He felt the life growing in Other places, outside-and-yet-not-outside this place.

It pleased him even more so than the gratitude of the mortal-host did. "Yes. I can take you to him, if you wish...or I can direct with words." His tail twitched again, long-tipped ears moving against the silky hair that fell from atop his head past furry shoulders. "You have but to say which would be your pleasure, host-Arden."

[Tsunake]

His mouth thinned as the Dragon King explained that things, perhaps, no matter how they seemed, were still so fragile. Did that mean there was a chance this world could slip back into despair, should He fall? "But," The soldier ventured slowly, his brows furrowed, "So long as things are starting to be repaired... as long as there's hope, then that's all that matters. If people don't forget," And there'd been so many at that ceremony, so surely some faith had been restored...

"Directions." The man said wearily, but would glance at that strange, muzzled face to show he meant no offense with his curtness. "...I need to think, for a while." Collect his thoughts, decide his next plan of action.

He intended to discuss things with this "god" before he did anything else. "...I appreciate your help, Xia Lu Ling." It took him a moment to remember the name, unused to the dialect, but hopefully managed to pronounce it without slaughtering it in its entirety.

[Syrie]

Indeed, they were fragile, but they were growing stronger every moment that belief dwelt in mortal hearts...as well as with Creation's return. "Yes. You are correct, Host Arden Valkov." The Dragon King almost purred in pleasure - the mortal was getting it, without nearly so much trouble as he might have had.

"Of course, I will tell you how and where He can usually be found." The pitch-colored creature chuckled and explained that Creation could be found in the Pantheon proper or in His rooms. Once he had given the requested information, herose to his feet in one fluid movement.

"You are always welcome to call upon me, God or Host." He felt no rancor at Arden's request of time; certainly he did understand - and he would give the man just that; leaving to prowl the perimeter as he had originally intended...or perhaps to go and speak with other mortals. Either way, Arden would be left without the beastial King's company - but with the ability to go and find either Creation or Yu at any time.

[Tsunake]

The soldier listened carefully to the instructions, and would eventually dip his head in an awkward semblance of a bow. "....Thank you. I'll remember that." But the graceful, feral dragon had gotten to his feet. He lingered in front of the tea house for some time, digesting the information he'd been offered before at long last, he too would rise.

Seeking out this Creation was important, but he also had this god to deal with. He wanted to know more about it, figure out its intentions... The thought made his lips thin grimly, but the marine would soon wander off, seeking somewhere more private to converse.

Speaking out loud to seemingly nothing at all was, of course, a bit awkward to those who didn't exactly know better.