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[elight]

Greetings. My name is Edelgard von Hresvelg, Emperor of the Adrestian Empire.

Much like all I have the other “Moonblessed”, I have found myself falling victim repeatedly to the effects of the lunar cycle. Were the side effects merely physical, I would think nothing of the process, however...the mental imbalance that the moon stirs within me often invokes...irresponsible proclivities. While many seem to have accepted this status quo of life in this place, I will continue to reject it for the sake of having full control over myself and my decision-making.

Currently, I’m seeking any scholars on the subject that can offer insight into possible/potential counter measures to the ostensible curse of the moonblessed. Much the way that demichroma is a synthetic that can ease the need for chroma proper, I have to wonder if there is something artificial or otherwise that can assuage the monthly effects of the lunar cycle.

Anyone with pertinent information or willing to discuss this topic are welcome to join me for tea.

Thank you for your time.
~
Edelgard von Hresvelg,
Emperor of Adrestia

Comments

[elight]

[Edelgard seats herself and nods thoughtfully, stirring her tea gently with a spoon.]

I too have various people from my home here as well. Though many of them...are not particularly fond of me. Which makes things difficult when it comes to meeting new people. Things can get complicated.

[A gentle sigh, but she shakes it off rather quickly.]

It must be quite helpful to have so many interesting powers. [while tapping the spoon lightly against the cup.]

I can't say I'm not a bit jealous.

[sleepinglotus]

[That earns a raised eyebrow, surprised a bit by that revelation. She seemed perfectly nice at first blush, but of course that doesn't tell him anything about her past.

But he also felt it wasn't his place to ask just yet.]

It... can be, but we're often limited in only having one. It can be trained and expanded, but I'm still a long ways from being able to do more with mine.

[elight]

My world has something similar, crests, but the power they afford us is much less interesting...Simple boosts in physical and mental capability, as well as the ability to wield particular weapons.

[But one of his comments makes her tilt her head.]

You're still in training?

[sleepinglotus]

That's... complicated. The school I was at was actually attacked and destroyed. I've been traveling with one of the teachers from Signal, though. Something of an extended mission.

[elight]

[“The school I was at was attacked and destroyed.”

That’s...an unfortunate coincidence. Edelgard can’t help but wince.]

My time at own place of study saw a similar ending, so I can relate. [There’s an odd kind of laugh as she looks down into her cup and takes a sip.]

Ahah, to be honest, the phrase “That’s complicated” is very resonant. You’re out of school, but still learning from your teacher?

[sleepinglotus]

[Ren gives a sympathetic and sad smile at that, feeling a bit of comradery in their similar backgrounds.]

Well, I wouldn't say learning so much as he's supervising. Even then, he was a teacher for Signal, not Beacon. We just wound up needing to travel to deal with the aftermath of Beacon's fall and he joined us along the way.