silverking | ✖ IC CONTACT #3

Akihiko. You want to check out Erebos, do you?

The best way, with that place, is to jump in head first. I don't say that to be dismissive or cruel, only that knowing much of anything with regards to Erebos is tricky business. I know all about the things that don't change, for example, but there is a lot there that does, and those things...are unpredictable.

Sanada is fine, and yeah, I've been looking into it.

Head first, hey? [A small laugh, made through smirking lips.] Well I tend to be well adjusted to that sort of attack style. A time limit was mentioned to me though, I can only be in there for a brief amount of time before it starts to have negative effects? if so, not a problem, I'm actually used to that.

Sanada, then.

[Isley chuckles.]

Do you often rely on the things you're used to, Sanada?

Well yeah, all you have to go on is your experiences. But I'm not one to shy away from surprises either. I'll take whatever comes my way.

This is true, but your experiences will become unreliable sources in Erebos. It is a dimension that will inevitably surprise you.

You sound like someone who might actually be anticipating that, however.

Heh- yeah, you could say that. I really don't mind a challenge.

Besides that, is there anything else I should know? What types of enemies will I encounter there. Someone I spoke to not long ago mentioned shadows.

There are many things dangerous to be wary of. Monsters from your world, some from others, creatures of shadow, and so on. They tend to be stronger there, faster, more powerful, but whether or not that's due to how you remember them, how others remember them, or if it's due to the Black Mist, I can't say.

Ah...and the Black Mist is deadliest of all. It rolls in from the fringes of the dimension at nightfall, but don't think nightfall there happens the same as it does here. Time is distorted in Erebos. As a matter of fact, a week here may be a second there, or the reverse.

Should you be lost in the Black Mist without being near enough to the exit to escape before it kills you, you may see a rider clad in black upon a carriage drawn by ghoulish horses. He'll offer you a safe ride to the exit. For a price. Better not to stay that long, though. Some things aren't worth losing, Sanada.

Then again...some things are.

I'm pretty used to the monsters end, shadows included, especially if they're the ones from my world, but I don't have enough information to know that yet. Guess I will once I head in.

A week could be a second? So bring supplies I assume. Otherwise I'll keep my eyes out for a rider, though if you could give me more information on this price I'd be thankful. I'm guessing it's safe to assume it won't be ivories.

Heh- well, if it's going to be something to test my strength? Make me better? it's worth it.

Some supplies, yes. Better to be over prepared than not prepared enough, although one doesn't want to weigh themselves down with unnecessary items, either.

The rider won't ask for ivories, you're right. He rather likes to ask for more personal things, at least in my experience. A bit of life, a bit of energy, sometimes a limb...you get the idea? He's not a pleasant creature, but then, the Black Mist is even more unpleasant, so take your pick.

[Isley sighs.]

Is that what this is about? Testing yourself? Becoming stronger? I wonder what your reasons for that are.

Personal things- [Grows quiet, then gives off a small sigh. Akihiko says nothing more about it, but he can't help but compare the Rider to shadows, who often attack you in a much more personal way too.]

It's always about bettering yourself and becoming the best of what you can be. Using all that potential.

We all have our reasons.

Thank you for your help with this.

That we do, and it would seem some are more inclined to speak of them than others.

[He waves a hand.]

I'm glad I could lend some insight. Providing you return alive and well from Erebos, I'd like to hear of your expedition.

✖ IC CONTACT #3

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Voice; Apologies on how late this is.

Not to worry, I've been a bit slow myself due to hiatus, so apologies in advance!

Heh, slow all around. And it happens.

Thanks for understanding! <3