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"Despite my misgivings about her modus operandi I think the dragon makes a strong case for her argument. Not that I care overmuch, but a weak, disorganized and decentralized organization has very little chance to suceed, no matter how glorious it might have been in the past. Take my word on this matter. I'm Taldan... I should know" concludes Rogar with a little bitterness creeping into his tone before voting for Tahonikepsu.
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Teric looks back and forth between the two sages for a moment. He shrugs and nods. "I agree with Rogar. As I was saying, the Sages have gotten to this point because they allowed themselves to become fractured. You need to be as a family. Able to bicker and fight for separate causes, but when a threat presents itself, move heaven and earth for each other and a single purpose. You need a father at the head of the family, binding the members and bringing swift discipline when needed. That is how you will survive to bring enlightenment to the world."
"I am sorry, Amenopheus. I think Tahonikepsu has the most capacity to fulfill that role."
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Debating their respective philosophical merits has helped the two sages develop respect for one another, and even though each is certain his or her strategy is the better choice, they both agree that they would be willing to work together in the future and honor the winner’s victory.
You vote for Tahonikepsu and therefore the new leader of the Jeweled Sages will be the time dragon.
"I'm sure you will do a good job, Tahonikepsu." Amenopheus says with a bow.
With the discovery of another Jeweled Sage and the recovery of a third sage jewel, you have helped Amenopheus recreate the lost Osirian order. Both he and Tahonikepsu agree that the sages shall work with the Pathfinder Society toward their mutual benefit, and they aid you in returning to Eto without further conflict. The Ruby Sage’s power fades from you as you depart the Pillars of the Sun. Amenopheus is uncertain as to whether or not the ruby sage jewel can be restored, but he begins researching the possibility soon.
Nefti and Kafar were waiting outside as promised and they apply to join the Pathfinder Society as soon as they reach the Lodge in Eto, though
the Society’s leadership are cautious about trusting the two turncoats too much. No doubt such a development would anger the Aspis Consortium and potentially invite special reprisals later.
The loss of the emerald sage jewel—ostensibly to Grandmaster Torch - a known enemy of the Society — weighs heavily on Amenopheus, and he sends his assurances to his Pathfinder allies that the Jeweled Sages will find Torch and recover their stolen property. What mischief the scarred information broker can cause with such an artifact in hand haunts the Pathfinder Society for months to come.