Sebastian's minions may be few in number but every one has been handpicked by the priest himself for their skills and loyalty and each has sworn their oath to the First Lord on Sebastian's own power.
The two currently active in Farholde work on planting a simple seed. But it is from a seed that a mighty tree may grow.
Minion Action Week 7(Espionage): 1d20 + 3 ⇒ (19) + 3 = 22
Abel Kane, a powerful priest of the Blessed Order of St Macarius met with the Baron about the evil force threatening the city.
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The alchemist hummed to himself as he worked on the golem. Lifting the brain case to reach inside, he ran his finger down the internal wiring almost tenderly.
Such a present you have made me... And its not even my birthday.
Sebastian stood in the doorway, evidently in no mood for banter.
It is no present, Herr Doctor. It is your task. Your leash has been long this past two years. In truth I have indulged you. But if it is not already clear, that time has passed. Thorn is moving and at last he has brought me into play.. and I have brought you. Do you understand?
The alchemist did. His lessons had been well learned, all the more so for being so painful.
I do, Mylord.
Sebastian did not look mollified. I am no lord as you know. Save your flattery for the others, some of them may even enjoy it.
I do, Master.
Better. What is your assessment of the golem's functionality.
He bowed his head but could not help smiling, such a complex lethality the golem had, he simply could not wait to see it in motion. I believe the golem can be restored and with less work than I had initially thought. Certain parts require restoration but the overall structure remains intact. A simple spell will repair the eye. The missing elemental reagents are within my capacity to create. I will need only two things: a new heart cog .. and a brain. Please make it a handsome one.
Sebastian paused for thought. I will commission the cog when we leave for the Baron's function. The brain.. the brain I will supply.
Thank you Master!
Remember well what I have said about leashes Doctor. We do not have room for mistakes.... And Shreck.
Yes, Master?
Sebastian walked forward until he was very close.
You will ensure that the golem answers to me... We are part of the Ninth Knot now. Both of us shall respect our place and carry out our orders.. But do not forget that it is to our Lord Asmodeus that we owe our ultimate loyalty. We cannot be sure that is the same for our new companions. Not until their faith becomes tested.
The Wizard seems to worship power, that and his status. The Knight, his name. The other two, I do not yet know, they hold their passions more in check although the Archer seems prone to excess.
I hear and obey, Master.
See that you do.
Sebastian left, leaving the alchemist alone to enjoy his treasure. A few minutes more and he would start work on the alchemist's fire. Just a few minutes more.
