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You can't quit--you're fired! An aspirant such as yourself should recognize you have no authority in these matters, especially when it involves the most senior of Lodge operatives. Perhaps we should step outside to discuss it further? (OOC: We can talk about it more over a brew when you return to SD. :)
I just tended my formal resignation to Amara-Li and now have no idea what to do with myself. I mean, I haven't had a mission in Tien-Xia for awhile now, and have to admit that there will be no more coming on the horizon. These last few missions against the Lasallans have my soul feeling bruised, and I am not thinking very straight lately. I know I cannot stomach working for the Taldans again, even if they do have someone different from Baron Dalsine running things. Maybe my ideals are slipping, but the Crusaders and Andorans seem too zealous – and I have had my fill of zealots lately! The Scanri are right out … I might as well go back to the Taldans if I were interested in shaking people down. I hear Grandmaster Torch not taking any new recruits, which is good, because I wasn't really into his message anyway – I think that guy is only out to serve himself. I have never really been interested in the Osirian way and don't come from that area, and dealing with devils is right out. This would leave working for the Qadirans, or becoming a Decemvirate demagogue. At least with the Qadirians, it only about money. I have to admit, the Lantern Lodge was a good fit for me and I now feel out of place.
Honorable Venutre-Captain Amara-Li It is with a heavy heart that I tender my formal resignation papers. I realize that our paths must part due to circumstances out of our control, but I am saddened for the loss of companionship just the same.. I will forever be grateful for your offer of patronage after having served under the conniving Taldan leadership. Baron Jacquo Dalsine's death released me from my bond, and has allowed me to serve for your honorable organization. You have never asked me to do anything close to the despicable missions assigned by my former patron, and have restored my trust and honor. As a member of the Lantern Lodge, I have had the opportunity and privilege to fight in the Ruby Phoenix Tournament for the honor of both the Pathfinders and the Lodge – I still bear the phoenix tattoo that garners so much attention and admiration from my fellow pathfinders. I participated in the initial exploration of the Hao Jin tapestry, spent many missions purging it of its unwanted “visitors”, and secured it for the Pathfinder Society. I may have made myself a prime enemy of the Aspis Consortium, but they fear me, and it is a constant reminder of what honor I have brought to myself, the Lodge, and the Society for my efforts. As you know, I fear almost nothing, but I have a growing concern about the unfavorable influence these last several excursions into Varisia have had on the “beast within”. We spoke about the “beast” when I first arrived for duty, and your meditation recommendations have been very helpful in keeping him at bay. However, having participated in more than a few missions against these Lasallan cultists and their sleeping Runelord Krune has amplified his voice. My soul feels tainted, and I am less able to resist his primal urges and desires. I apologize for carrying on, but I wanted you to know how beneficial you and your organization have been in keeping my worst characteristics channeled into a productive good, and dormant when not desired. I will admit that I do not know which way I will go after this, but I appreciate your resounding letter of recommendation. I know that the Lodge will be ceasing it field agent operations and liaisons within the Pathfinder Society, but I intend to keep and use my title – I feel we have both earned it. With sincerest respect and admiration,
To Wa-Chan: "Honor is what make of it for yourself. In completing over 30 missions for the Pathfinder Society here in Avestan and abroad in Tian, I can assure you that honor is a personal choice. I have seen those who claim to be virtuous fail themselves when put to the test while no one (they thought) was watching. I have also seen those supposedly of low more character or standing do right when faced with impossible circumstances." Satisfying his throat with a quick draw from his flagon, he continues, "Often, honor in Tian Xa is a construct or veil for the purpose of maintaining social order. That is not true honor." "Keep your eyes open, my friend, and you will see honor where you never though possible. You will also see falsehoods portrayed as honor - especially in Taldor!"
Not all who serve at the Honorable Lady Li’s request hail from the land of Tian. Indeed, I am one such soul. I am originally from the Calphiak Mountains in western Varisia, but like most Pathfinders, have travelled far since then. While I did associate myself with Baron Jacquo Dalsine for the beginning of my career, I became disillusioned and disappointed with that organization’s lack of character and vision. Luckily, any bond I held with Taldor has ended with Baron Dalsine’s life. I believe now to have found an organization which suits my personal code of ethics and honor. I am deeply grateful for Amara Li’s recognition of my skills and abilities without prejudice or my heritage, and for providing me with senior standing within the Lantern Lodge. Hopefully, I will have an opportunity to meet more of my fellow lodge members and advance our cause and the general cause of the Pathfinder Society together. |
