(2404) Consilium

[Chambers]

Would complimenting her for explaining the basics of how the Lex functions seem patronising? as needed as it seems to be I would certainly feel more slighted then appreciated if I had to do it. So Chambers settles on what is quickly becoming the customary nod and warm smile to Aurora. A mark of appreciating her efforts in explaining how their law worked but without trying to lay it on to thick.

To Philip. ''If our schedules align certainly.''* The returning masters and the newer members forming teams might prove to be interesting. After all we have worked to overcome our difficulties already, while those seem to have a few skeletons in the closet that need airing.

Ah now that's a good point. His head dips a little as he entwines figures in front of his chin, thinking. ''Our foes seek out and use the same resources as us. So the likely hood of an encounter does become considerably higher.'' Good thing we already agreed on pairs. ''The purpose is to learn.'' Yet if found we will need to handle it. ''Personally I would say unless you are very confident in your ability to handle whatever is found, learn what you can and gather who you can.'' We are to few to risk boldly. ''Any threats should be met with the full force we can muster.'' That must be safest. ''Thoughts?'' Confrontation far from his areas of experience there is a hint of uncertainty that has crept in as he vocalises his view on the matter.

*Remember I can't have Chambers in anything I run plot wise so a team up might prove difficult.

[Corn]

Aurora 's answer gets a slightly puzzled look. "Nothing difficult to discuss, I would assume. How I could help with your studies and such, and a few things that came up in my studies. Also, I would add to that list 'why do you sound suspicious' now." he said half-jokingly.

Empathy to see whether Aurora is actually suspicious or just cautious

Date	Action	Roll	Result
2024-04-28 14:11:50	Corn rolls 4 to Wits+Empathy (10 Again)	8, 1, 2, 10, 6	2 successes

[Philip Crosen]

"Oh, that goes without saying. Life always has priority. If we can`t make it work, schedule-wise, it is what it is."
he agreed, nodding to Chambers. He then turned and also nodded to Aurora. She also appeared interested in helping Chambers with the mapping and cataloguing of findings, making it three mages for that task. No doubt, Chambers is through the roof now. he thought, inwardly happy for his friend and slightly disappointed he couldn`t really contribute to it as much as the other three. And that was despite not seeing any outward reaction from Chambers on the matter.
"And that goes without saying, too. It`s a risk, certainly. As you say, huge potential up-sides and downsides. So I`d be fine to table it, or start it now. Up to you. But I`m glad we`re talking about this at all. I will admit, I can certainly see both sides, too. And, yeah. If something problematic is found, I`d vote to strike with maximum force too, after regrouping."
he said, looking to all the other mages present, happy Chambers agreed with his idea and Aurora also considered it worthy of discussion. Corn had yet to weigh in on it, so he gave Corn a questioning look to attempt to get him to chime in.
Corn`s intention to start a discussion with Aurora instead was certainly interesting, although he knew it wasn`t his business. But he still looked between the two curious if they were gonna say any more on the matter, or even start a random fight in the middle of all of them for no apparent reason. Or if they`d just continue discussing about not discussing it. Weird. he thought awkwardly.

Didn`t think about the plot thing, didn`t cross my mind, thanks for bringing it up and my bad. Philip and Chambers actually did quite a few things together that month so I didn`t think about that at all. But you`re right that that can`t work of course if you plan on making this idea into an (overarching) plot for the reason you mentioned.

[Aurora]

The smile and nod were returned to Chambers.

“You raise many good points. We are bound to come across foes at some point, either by accident or because we go looking for them. And I agree, if we are able to not engage and regroup to discuss a plan of attack or intelligence gathering, I believe that is best. With our low numbers, we can't really go poking any hornets nests safely.” While she felt confident in her abilities, she wasn’t as sure about the others. Unless it was Winter, and she was pretty damn sure he could handle his own.

Aurora is suspicious and not hiding it.

“I don’t see any conversations as being difficult. But if I need assistance with my studies, I’m quite capable of reaching out and asking. I’ve always been a suspicious person, I’m just now at a point in my life where I don’t care if I show it.” Time changes people.

A glance to Philip, “I’m pretty sure Winter would have some good insight or advice for such a topic too. I know I’ve always trusted his thoughts on moving on foes and what to look out for. He’s quite a source for valuable information.”

[Chambers]

Well that seemed to go over smoothly. ''The final wrap is then, if trouble is encountered prioritise survival first, group up, scout, plan strike if needed.'' Seers, banishers and their ilk of course it will be needed, but not everything that goes bump in the night needs be met with force. ''And Consult Winter as a priority.'' Taking Aurora's advise. Good to have that confirmed. ''If that's settled then I think we are have got through everything on the agenda.'' Anything really is possible. But giving a few moments pause to see if it really is the case.

On the whatever is between Aurora and Corn he says nothing. While he has being trying to steer things diplomatically he just does not know enough to even consider passing a comment.

[Corn]

Corn nods to Aurora 's answer, more or less what he expected. He also nods to what Chambers said "Yes, I agree too". He got Philip's look but he doesn't put together that Philip wants a confirmation on the Seers/Banishers thing that, for Corn at least, is common sense. So he returns a slightly puzzled look to Philip and an apologetic shrug as he points to his watch - it is time to go.

"I am very glad we had a productive meeting, ladies and gentlemen." he said simply.

[Philip Crosen]

Nodding to Aurora, Chambers and Corn in agreement with their words, he couldn`t help but echo Corn`s sentiment. After all, this most productive meeting wound down to a close and it was getting late.
"I`ll be honest, I didn`t expect we could fit as much as we discussed into a single meeting. And the food was great. Thanks again, guys. See you later."
he said with a smile, glad they could cover as much controversial ground as they did. As for Aurora and her seeming calling out of the Free Council`s `Aethernet group`, that would just have to stand next to the robot discussion and Winter`s early exit as among the few tiny blemishes on an otherwise spotless record for this time.
He didn`t bother pressing Corn on that, and what he wanted his opinion on. Although he found it odd that Corn either still didn`t get it or at least didn`t bother responding. But what Philip did do was pack up his stuff and start to leave, listening to the final points and banter. He knew, although it had mostly been discussed, that the scouting mission discussion he`d started would have to be re-opened too with Winter present. Well, as Aurora had said and had also been obvious to him.

[ReubanBrightwood]

And that is 30 days, time to close. Thank you everyone for powering through hall of that. Some great stuff coming out of it. I’ll open status after work if no ne beats me to it (And some will need to open chambers anyway) please do get involved it looks good on xp reports!