Proposal by Rakeesh Sah Tarna

FioHelston "With that, we'll get to the main topic for tonight: a proposal to require registration of magic users in the Old Temple district. At this time, I would invite Councilperson Rakeesh Sah Tarna to speak. Councilor, the floor is yours. You have ten minutes, starting now."

Rachael Douglas Nostrils twitched. Pen continued to take notes left handed.

Steve Armstrong His arms were folded across his chest, a serious stare leveled towards the podium.

NorseLady Lowers the waxed paper. She will wait for a little while longer.

Beatrix Howell She promptly stopped performing the Sousa March with her armpit. That was something that never happened. Shame on you for thinking that it ever did. Shame.

KatrinaSilvers Eyes slowly turned from Governor Helston to the Old Temple Baron, expectantly.

Khoom Vortiv Those pink-flecked citrines remained fixed upon the podium, likely the only points of 'light' in that shadowed corner.

Dill T Jones "Famous last words..." When the history books remember this, it will be that there was a spy themed ball coming up. He just knows it. Handrolled found from behind his ear, then dropped between his lips to spark it up.

Caroline Granger Her eyes turned toward Baron Sah Tarna, teeth biting thoughtfully at her lower lip. Note to self, keep mouth shut.

Zack. Gaze moved to Rakeesh now.

Rakeesh ::The beast rises quickly, then, stretching up to his full liontaur's height. He places the brown linen sack on the table before him, then looks out to the crowd. Steeling himself with a deep breath, he begins to speak - and not into the softer tone that is the norm for his voice. His deep, rumbling bass is steady and strong, and carries through the room with his greeting:: Good evening, effendis. For those of you who do not know me, I am Rakeesh Sah Tarna, Baron of the Old Temple District.

NorseLady Attention is on the Liontaur as she listens.

Rena A Cronin ::mug lifted to drink from as she shifted against the wall. Eyes fall on the front of the room as Rak begins to speak::

G "Are we allowed to heckle?"

Chryrie Nightstar ::somehow she had started to casually eat a jar of chocolate frosting. When she appeared near Dillon to offer him some to go with his corn, who knew::

Tenball ::at least three of his eyes looked directly at Rakeesh::

Zack. A glance to G and shook his head no.

PrlUnicorn ::She murmured:: Save it fer yer speech, G.

Katt Sharp greens went over to G and she shushed quietly.

LadyAjaBird ::smirk at G.::

Ebon Ilnaren ::he grinned more at Colleen's retort than at G's question::

Rakeesh Welcome. My Barony has little to do with my concern over a matter most dire in the Old Temple District. For those of you who have known me, I have been a member of the City Watch in the past, and the Guildmaester of the Adventurer's Guild - sworn to protect Dragon's Gate and Rhy'Din at large. My life here in Rhy'Din has been dedicated to serving and protecting. I am here to do more of the same. Before I go on ....

Dill T Jones He would eye the jar of frosting more then the fact Chryrie just popped on over to offer it. But he would shake his head, a motion of the bag over her way though. He seemed more interested with smoking at the moment.

Charles Blackstone Charles seemed to walk in just in time. He moved quickly and sat near candy with a soft nod

G Makes a soft whip cracking sound. "Sheesh." Rakeesh ::The beast remains focused, using the force of his commanding voice to continue his speech onward:: I would like to formally retract my proposal to register mages in the Old Temple District, and apologize for the alarm and harm that this proposal has caused. It was never my intention. However, something far darker and far more sinister than racism and ignorant bigotry has brought me here tonight.

Candy Hart Short nod returned, but she kept her attention on the Lion.

KatrinaSilvers Yes, she's ignoring everything that isn't Zack, the Governor, or a council member right now.

Edward Batten The PLayboy's attention focused on the liontaur now, intent and focused. Rachael Douglas Raven brow lifted while she continued to take notes in that precise, even, left handed script.

Ebon Ilnaren ::one eyebrow arched at the retraction::

Artemus Kurgen Takes another drink.

Issy ::Absolutely stunned, she gaped at Rakeesh::

Edward Batten Well, that screwed up his prepared comments.

Koyliak ::a mild surprised look on her face as well::

KatrinaSilvers Now she's interested, and she leaned forward slightly.

FioHelston She shifted where she stood to the side of the council table, a frown ticking.

Zack. He's watching Rakeesh with a dart of eyes towards the others.

Khoom Vortiv Siiiip.

Chryrie Nightstar ::she snagged a few pieces, then dipped them into the frosting before chewing and staring at the advisors table with lifted eyebrows::

Steve Armstrong Steve snorted.

Rena A Cronin ::soft chuckle at Aja then eyes fall back on Rak::

PrlUnicorn ::Her eyes narrowed.::

BrynnHawthorne She leaned in her seat, gaze intent.

G Looks at the clock.

Goldglo ::he was keeping an open mind toward Rakeesh's comments and listened closely::

Charles Blackstone Well that seemed over with already. He just sat there. A nod towards zack as he caught him quickly

NorseLady Removes her gloves, tucking them behind her weapons belt. A slice of banana bread is now plucked out from the container. Begins eating. If anyone around her wants a slice, it is offered to them.

Nayun She was looking at Candy for some reason.

Caroline Granger Caroline's eyes narrowed. Retracting the proposal on the night, as it were ....Well, didn't that just stink of a person too proud, or perhaps too scared, to face opposition in person'

Rakeesh My proposal one month ago to the Council was just that - a proposal, in hopes that we might be able to stop a great evil that threatens the city and my district. I would have welcomed counter-proposals, ones from those wiser than I - such as Fionna - to aid those who are suffering. All I have received, instead, is hatred and refusal to accept this threat as real. And so, tonight, I have brought my evidence to bear before you.

LadyAjaBird ::grins a bit and sits right in her chair, remaining pretty quiet.::

Zack. His brow rose a touch now.

Candy Hart She said nothing, her face giving away no thoughts.

arthour :The Nexus returned him to his seat. LIstening intently to Rakeesh now, he frowned in concentration:

FioHelston She opened her mouth, and closed it, biting firmly on her metaphorical tongue.

Katt Her lips twitched violently at Rakeesh's words having to bite her tongue hard.

Khoom Vortiv Oh dear. This probably wouldn't end well. Siiiip.

Geoff Prost He simply sat back with an "oh crap" look on his face. This stank like hot sewage.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he leaned to speak softly to Colleen and Rhi::

Caroline Granger Anyone sitting near Caroline could probably hear her teeth grinding by this point.

NorseLady Generalizations. Interesting.

PrlUnicorn ::She leaned a touch to listen.::

Rakeesh ::The beast reaches for the linen sack before him and quickly unties it. He then throws it opens and reaches into the sack. What he pulls from it is a poll; dangling from the poll upon four chains are four hideous heads, horned and flesh rotten. He raises them up to show the crowd:: These are the heads of four slain Khul-din. For those of you not familiar, the Khul-din is a demon, specifically a servant of the dark God Myr'Khul. Allow me to explain just how serious this finding is, noting that I

Steve Armstrong Flecks of bright blue-white started dancing in the machinist's eyes.

Beatrix Howell "....Oooh beuuuurn..." She pursed her lips and nodded, goin' about her doodles.

KatrinaSilvers "Hmph.." Well. Not what she was first thinking. To be honest, that was a bit of a disappointment for her.

Rhiannon Brock ::Rhi glanced to Ebon and murmured something::

Khoom Vortiv Drat. It wasn't mimes.

arthour :Many, many blinks as the Baron pulls out the heads from his sack...:

Dill T Jones "...And the threat, is in this very room. Blargh!" He would do this to Abigail and Beatrix. Though he did it from an angle that was easily seen. He didn't want Abby beating him up in front of everyone.

Clayton Sheridan He stepped into the Hall just about then, dressed in his usual hoodie and jeans, feet left bare as he made his way for the nearest empty seat and settling into it.

Charles Blackstone Charles looked at the Khul-din softly. He shrugged just slightly at them.

Tenball (s) "Moaning Myr'khul." ::chuckle::

NorseLady If she was not a Viking, she might have stopped eating at this point in time. Instead, takes another bite of her banana bread.

KatrinaSilvers And in moment's, her PDA was in hand searching for information on these Khul-din and Myr'Khul

Rakeesh slew each of these beasts in the Old Temple District, the sanctified ground that gives power to the cultists and mages of Myr'Khul. The Khul-din may only be summoned by extremely powerful Necromancers that worship Myr'Khul. These creatures feed off of CHILDREN. Specifically, they feed from their dreams. Let me explain, specifically.

Katt Her eyes slid over to Ten sternly.

Issy ::Seeing Rakeesh's show-and-tell, she inhaled and leaned forward to rest her temple against her fingers::

FioHelston "Time."

Chryrie Nightstar ::she pauses in her chewing as she eyes the rotting heads, then just continues. She's seen worse::

Edward Batten The blue-grey eyes settled on the heads, a frown tugging at his features, though they didn't appear to particularly bother him. He'd seen worse.

NorseLady "By the gods," softly said.

Katt A hand quickly went and smothered over her face. This was done so..wrong...

Beatrix Howell "Bloody Heads! Andt Theur Jim Dandies, tooh!" Despite the goofball reference, she got far too wicket of a grin at the heads, far too interested in the dream-thing....aaaand then-"Bawwgh, andt it wos jost gettin' goot! Booooo!"

Nayun Nayun looked with much interest to the heads, though her partner hadn't the same stomach. Dawn grasped at her mouth and dipped her head to the side, looking as if she had gone in the second she realized what wwas being shown. Nayun blinked.

Khoom Vortiv In all honestly, Chryrie's probably eaten worse. But, the less thought about that the better. Siiiip.

LadyAjaBird ::rolls her eyes a bit.::

Zack. A glance to Fio as she called time, as he remained quiet with another sip. Charles got a brief nod.

PrlUnicorn ::She murmured to Ebon::

Charles Blackstone charles grumbled just slightly about the whole necromancy thing. Hel ooked at art for second

Koyliak ::scrunches her nose at the display, glancing over at Matt for his take::

Caroline Granger She rolled her eyes at the theatrics, glad that the Governor was holding firm on keeping to her time limits.

Geoff Prost Geoff grimaced and turned to observe the looks on the faces of those around him. It seemed rather odd that nobody else seemed particularly bothered by the headsicle.

Chryrie Nightstar ::well, her own cooking could be considered worse, yes::

Abigail Dekker Between the goings on in the room, Rakeesh's collection of severed noggins, Dill and Bea, it was only a matter of time before a grin found her lips. It hurt so good. Placing the tip of a finger against her tongue, she drug down a vertical, invisible mark in the air.

Rakeesh Khul-din are invisible to the naked eye, only seen by children. They so sneak into homes at night. To feed, they sit on the child's chest while it is sleeping. The child screams and its parents believe them to be in the throws of nightmare. But the beast feeds from the child's mind by extending its tongue into the ear canal. It returns, night after night, prefering children with magical ability. These Khul-din are quite large, which suggests that they have fed in Old Temple ....often. And so....

KatrinaSilvers There was an eyebrow raised to the baron, eyes flicking to Fio for a moment.

FioHelston She stepped forward, crossing the hall to stand between Rakeesh and the audience, to hiss a question at him after snapping her mic OFF. "What in the nine hells is this" You throw this proposal at us last month, without bothering to show up and explain it, and then pull this without any kind of warning or explanation of your intent?""

Myria Graziano ::she blanched:: $^%&. ::at the show and tell::

arthour ::Glancing back at Charles, he looked back at Rakeesh and Fio. Listening closely:

FioHelston "I said TIME."

Steve Armstrong "She said time, {Expletive}!"

Rachael Douglas Her notes included brief but detailed sketches of the severed heads. And a side note, Ρεάλ αποδείξε&# 953;ς ή κατασκευ&# 940;ζονται για να ξεσηκώσε&# 953; τα φαντάσμα&# 964;α"

KatrinaSilvers There was a low whistle, and not another comment

Rakeesh I ask the Council....::lowering the heads once again and taking a deep breath:: What do YOU propose to do about this threat' ::with that, he swallows, and calmly hides the heads in the sack once again.::

NorseLady Glances over at Steve, then snickers.

LadyAjaBird ::well, this had become something Aja had no interest in, so now she was daydreaming::

Issy ::The Scathachian shot a scathing look to Steve::

Zack. " Meow. " Murmured to watching Fio.

Tenball ::seeing the stern look from Katt, he fell silent::

Anya M The baker stood there holding her stomach and watched things unfolding.

Caroline Granger "Oh, for gods' sakes ..." Caroline muttered under her breath. Rakeesh Sah Tarna was going downhill in her estimation all the time.

Charles Blackstone Charles shook his head just slightly. He had never heard of these beasts, and he is a powerful necromancer.

Katt "How about have a lick of common sense.." It slipped and she couldn't help it.

FioHelston She stared at him, patently disbelieving and waiting for an answer to her question.

Nayun "I am confused." A look to Candy.

Rakeesh ::And with that, he sits once again and ties the sack before him, eyes lingering upon the surface of the table.::

Beatrix Howell "Keep Tawkin'! Baby 'eads! Mowrre abaout baby 'ead ea-tin monsteurs! Ai loffet!"

Katt A hand shot up with a pointed look at Fio.

Candy Hart "Lion's are bad at tellin time..." Casually said.

FioHelston She was waiting.

Xenograg :: enters quietly and stands in the back of the room ::

Artemus Kurgen Takes an extended drinks from that flask. Must be something good in there.

KatrinaSilvers "Well, this didn't take long to go downhill." Was muttered.

Rakeesh ::He finally looks up to Fio and answers, calmly:: I have attempted to share my evidence several times, Fionna. Each time I was told that I should quiet myself. You, yourself, have said so.

PrlUnicorn ::Colleen was not phased by the severed heads. However, she eyed Rakeesh like he'd sealed his own fate in some manner:: ::

Caroline Granger So ....not only bigoted and arrogant, but rude as well. Was there any point to having this meeting if he wasn't going to behave like a civilised, polite, intelligent being" Assuming he was an intelligent being.

FioHelston "That is a lie."

Beatrix Howell "Goot thing effryone can goh blaymin' 'im feur bein' racist abaout matcheck, that way we wohn't nowtuss them beeyin' bigots."

Nayun "I am confused more about the creatures. Do they cause harm or simply eat on negative feelings?"

Charles Blackstone Oh it was about to get heated in here.

NorseLady Leans to the side, looking at what Rachael just wrote. Then nods at the sketches, and side note.

Rakeesh ::Looking at the woman with almost pity in his eyes as he retorts:: I am sorry. It is not a lie. The last attempt was on Twilight Isle, just days ago.

Katt She was patient and would keep her hand raised for a while.

Marc Franco ::Marc sat calmly, shoulders relaxed away from his ears, eyes watching the faces before him.::

Nayun Her words were to Candy. She then furrowed her brows and looked to Dawn, who seemed to be busy hiding her face. "You are a woman of Adenna, show pride." She snatched her arms away so she would be forced to see what was currently happening.

BrynnHawthorne She sat back, crossing her arms in front of her, toe tapping idly against the leg of her chair.

Zack. His brow rose to that, but held hs tongue.

FioHelston "I suggest you find the security tapes. Because I told people to let you have your say."

Candy Hart There's a moment of consideration, then she shrugged her shoulder. "Maybe y'can interview the Lion later."

Dill T Jones "That was perhaps the most lovely thing I have ever seen." Rumbled to no one as he leaned back and offered Chryrie more of the caramel corn. Another inhale of smoke from his handrolled rather than air. "Should of just dropped the heads and not referenced them at all. Like they were a set piece." A slow nod there, as he exhaled smoke.

Rachael Douglas Slice of banana bread was taken with a murmured word of thanks and set aside for the meantime. Notes continued to be taken.

KatrinaSilvers She leaned toward Zack, speaking quietly. "Do you know anything about these creatures and this god he mentioned?"

Rhiannon Brock ::Rhi glanced toward Marc. She was waiting to hear what he had to say when he was called upon.::

FioHelston She glanced toward Marc, seething quietly. She still had not turned her microphone back on. "Would you like to address the hall?"

Zack. " That she did. " Voicing his supoort of Fio on that.

NorseLady A smile and nod in reply.

Charles Blackstone Was there a flying bit of banna bread flying across. He nodded towards shy with a smile.

Marc Franco ::A warm smile to Fio and a nod::

Nayun "Perhaps." Would be all she'd say.

Zack. He then looked to Katrina. " Nothing, but Fio did tell him that he could continue. I was there. " Murmured to the woman.

Rakeesh Do you truly believe that your words that night are what matters right now, Fionna" I have brought a legitimate concern before the council, and as the community wished, I have withdrawn my own proposal on how to handle the matter. I would be grateful to hear others' now.

Chryrie Nightstar ::she accepted more caramel corn and mumbles back to Dillon:: I wonder if he'd let me have them. I need some new decorations in my dining room.

Katt Her hand lowered down and she clasped them in her lap.

Rhiannon Brock ::She murmured:: There are security cameras on the Isle"

Council Speakers - Part 1 Abby Dekker (for Audrey Horne)

FioHelston She had to clear her throat to continue. "That concludes the argument and rebuttal. At this time, I would like to ask the council to speak its mind. Please keep your remarks to five minutes. We'll go in order. First up is Councilor Horne or her second."

Abigail Dekker The gingersnap had seemingly produced a cigarette out of thin air. For as spirited as Bea seemed to be, Abby would have made a killer statue were it not for the movements of her hands and the enventual inhale, exhale rise and fall of her chest when the smoke was lit. Her cold eyes glistened, still in their sockets.

Tasslehofl ::the old man stepped through the door. It was a mundane thing, true, but it would me a mundane thing that would be used::

Steve Armstrong Hawkish blue eyes bounced repeatedly between Marc and Rakeesh throughout the former's speech, before settling sharply on the Liontaur again.

Candy Hart Still hard to read her expression. The edge of her jaw ticks.

LadyAjaBird ::glances over at her friends, applauds Marc's speech then goes silent out of respect of those speaking::

PrlUnicorn ::Collie smiled:: Well done, Mr. Franco. ::in quiet tones::

KatrinaSilvers "You know. If Ariana was here for this meeting, she'd have a similar story." Was said quietly to Zack.

Dill T Jones "I like politics. It's like war, but with less rules." Another slow nod there to no one. Smoke was drawn in again as he offered the last bits of caramel corn over to Chryrie, before he got rid of the bag. Now it was just his smoke and booze, which was pretty good. Not great, but he was content to watch such, with such.

Ammy Spiritor Ammy slipped into the meeting near the back and just watched. Silent representation for the Lupinossai citizens.

Koyliak ::she had her own personal concerns about foreign magic but she agreed with the notion that registration would most certainly do more harm than good. She gave a smile and dip of her head towards Marc::

Charles Blackstone Charles adjustes in his seat to listen to the councilers

Rena A Cronin ::A nod to the old man::

Zack. " I now all about her struggles back home. " Softly .

Ebon Ilnaren ::he nodded at Colleen's words while he clapped softly for Marc himself::

LadyAjaBird ::nods to Rena and leans over to answer::

Chryrie Nightstar ::she smiles at Dillon, then wriggles her fingers at Tass while mumbling to Dillon:: I abhor politics, but I have a particularly special interest in this meeting.

KatrinaSilvers There was a nod there. "We had it better, though. We were art of Hector's elite task force. Civilians weren't as lucky."

Clayton Sheridan He listened to Franco's comments, keeping quiet and still. The look on his face had been one of distasteful disapproval at the display from the Baron, and despite the man's feline appearance he found himself intensely disliking the man, no matter what his motivations were.

KatrinaSilvers part*

NorseLady Observes Marc as he retakes his seat. His open admissions of his past, and what he suffered, raise him to a whole new level in the Viking's eyes. Continues to scrutinize the pink-haired man. A slight tilting of her head as light blues drift over his hair. She definitely is surprised to learn this information about him. That took guts, and she smiles at Mister Franco.

FioHelston She glanced down the line, looking for Audrey.

Rhiannon Brock ::Her turn would come and sshe stayed quiet for now::

Abigail Dekker She slowly moved to her feet and turned to face the room. "Audrey couldn't make it. I'm Abigail Dekker. The young miss Horne was nice enough to keep the details from me. That being said.." She looked to Franco. "I understand to some extent what you were talking about and I applaud you." Then back to the room. "Mr. Rakeesh has already repealed his earlier suggestion. That should be that. There *are* demons killing in his district. You may not like him or agree with him, but there is still *that*"

Tasslehofl ::he didn't look to nor acknowldge anyone.....there was a depth in his eyes that spoke of another::

Ashandar ::Looking towards the door for a moment....then back towards the current speaker::

Charles Blackstone Charles looked at abigail silently .

Rakeesh ::And for the first time this evening, the beast's lips tuck into a tiny smile at Abigail's words. At least someone had been listening.::

PrlUnicorn ::She looked over to listen to Abby::

Zack. Gaze shifted to Abigail now.

FioHelston "Two more minutes." She was trying to keep people on time.

Beatrix Howell Baw, lookit how Bea just perked up, all proud next to Abby.

KatrinaSilvers There was a nod to Abigail's words. IF there was killings, it needed to be addressed either way.

Abigail Dekker "Forget about how you feel about him and how you feel about his proposal. I have nothing else to say, but think on that. Work together and stop bickering over something that will never, ever be passed."

NorseLady So wants to say something to the Liontaur about generalizations. Notices Ashandar, and gives a little wave his way.

Abigail Dekker A nod to Fio and then she sat back down.

Candy Hart

FioHelston "Thank you, Miss Dekker. Councilor Hart?"

Dill T Jones "Why not make the demon's pay us for our children dreams?" Will no one stand up for the demons"!

Anya M She clapped for Ms. Dekker's words, she strongly felt the same way.

Charles Blackstone Charles looked towards candy silently.

Zack. He chuckled quietly to hearing Dillon.

Candy Hart Her eyes went from Abigail toward the Lion as she stood. Keeping her eyes focused on the Lion as she spoke, "The Baron of Old Temple came to the council, not with a request for help, but with his own plan of action. A plan o'action that attacked rather than supported a citizen's right t'privacy. And because the council and the people refused to accept and act on this proposed course of action, he has accused us of not carin' for the problem in the first place. A slight he has compounded to

Rachael Douglas Notes were taken, with another addition to the side, Έριχναν στάχτη στα μάτια και φαντάσμα&# 964;α, ποιο είναι το πραγματι&# 954;ό κίνητρο"

Edward Batten She wasn't the only one, but in this forum all he could really discuss were the political motivations. The rest of it...well. His eyes traveled around the members of the council, stopping on Ebon, Issy, Rhiannon, and finally Katt, giving each a meaningful look. There would be another, separate meeting another time to discuss the evidence that had been presented here tonight, and what could be done about it.

Candy Hart to justify his interest in claiming my seat." Looking toward the Baron with a flat look, "Ironic that he accuses others of fear mongerin' and playin' politics. When he refrained from givin' us the full extent of he reasons in his first letter to the Governor....nothin' beyond a suspicion....an' now he shows up with a bag o'severed heads." A long exhale, containing the irritation......

LadyAjaBird ::glances back to Dillon and gave him a smirk and mouthed "Rabel Rouser" at him::

Chryrie Nightstar ::her delicate elbow jerked to give Dillon a jab to his midsection with a soft snicker::

Rakeesh ::And then, he turns his head slightly so that his stare might meet Candy's.::

Candy Hart "I will have my say with the Baron when we meet on Sunday night at Ten in the rings to decide the challenge he presses....as he seems more interested in removin' me than wantin' -my- help in the matter of his concerns."

Beatrix Howell She bopped a little and bumped Abby's soulder with her own. "Y'tdraied, loff."

Ebon Ilnaren ::he nodded when he saw Ed's look::

Abigail Dekker Dillon would only eat them but Abby snickered and looked to Bea, her shoulders lifted in a shrug. Back to listening.

Charles Blackstone Charles nodded towards what candy said.

Nayun "Miss Candy will win." Nodding slowly.

Candy Hart There is a heat around the woman, any too near can feel. A longer look at the Baron as she finished her words.

FioHelston "Time."

Rakeesh ::He returns Candy's burning gaze with a gentle dip of his head.::

NorseLady An arching of one eyebrow upon hearing that last part of Ms Hart's. Glances from Candy, to Rakeesh.

Caroline Granger

FioHelston "Councilor Granger."

Caroline Granger Caroline rose to her feet to speak. "Despite the Baron's unexpected retraction and change of direction this evening, I had already prepared the comments I intended to make, and I see no reason to change them." She glanced down at her notes briefly, and began.

Candy Hart Taking her seat.

Caroline Granger "I have three points to make. The first - the conflagration that resulted in such appalling scenes five years ago was, as the Baron himself states, a religious war. While many of the followers of Myr'Khul may indeed have been mages, not all of them were, and it does not follow, therefore, that all magic users are predisposed toward the same belief structure and the same intolerance toward others which is so severely reflected in Baron Sah Tarna's letters and public addresses on the subject.

Caroline Granger "To express such a view is an opinion and nothing more. To attempt to give rise to public policy supporting this generalized and unfair opinion of all magic users is scare-mongering, and causes more damage than it prevents. The Baron's concerns about the followers of Myr'Khul may, indeed, be valid, but his methods of bringing his concerns to light leave much to be desired.

Caroline Granger "Secondly, for many people - many, not all - magic is something they are born with a predisposition toward. If the Baron felt so keenly the need to victimize and punish the innocent along with the guilty purely for making use of the gifts their genetics have given them, why magic users" Why not elves, or humans, or those with brown eyes" They have no more control over their own genetics than those born with a predisposition toward magic.

Caroline Granger "Again, it is not magic that makes the followers of Myr'Khul so very dangerous, though yes, for those who wield it, magic plays a part. It is the beliefs of those who follow Myr'Khul that is the real danger. As soon as anyone starts to believe themselves superior to anyone else, for any reason, trouble is bound to follow, and fanaticism can be found in all walks of life.

Caroline Granger "Lastly, I would like to express my concerns as to the apparent lack of interest from the Baron of the Old Temple District with regards to the attacks made upon the people of his district as a direct result of his public proposal to screen and register all magic users. There have been deaths, serious injuries, severe mental and emotional trauma, much of which has been handed out to children. The victims are both magic-users and non-magic-users.

Eregor ::that second point got a smile from him::

Khoom Vortiv Siiip. Poor Candy. He'd float a Badsider over to his mentor, if only there were any to be found nearby ....

NorseLady Holds out the cookie tin toward the others in her vicinity, offering them a slice of fresh baked banana bread.

Caroline Granger "What concerns me is that, as Baron of the Old Temple District and a man who purports to have brought this issue to light for the protection of the people of that district, Rakeesh Sah Tarna has shown a shocking lack of action when it comes to the practical prevention, or even condemnation, of the attacks made upon the people of the Old Temple in recent weeks.

Eregor ::the third got a frown of remembrance::

PrlUnicorn ::Collie looked over her notes quickly::

Caroline Granger "If Baron Sah Tarna is so concerned with the protection of his district, then he should look to dealing with the incidents that have arisen as a result of his expressing this unfair generalization. If he cannot protect his district from this increase in violent crime, then perhaps he should think twice before pursuing a vendetta against a religious organization he has already stated to be highly dangerous. And that is all I have to say on the matter."

Edward Batten "Or de livin' impaired....werewolves...anyone wit' sufficiently advanced technol'gy..." He said it all low, so as not to interrupt Caroline.

Ammy Spiritor Quietly slips up to Arthours table and slided into a sit to rest and listen more.

FioHelston One more minute....she watched it tick down.

Caroline Granger Caroline sat down again, breathing out a sharp breath. "Okay, I'm done."

arthour :He smiled softly to Ammy as she sat beside him, but soon his attention returned to council:

Candy Hart Candy indicated for Nayun to pour her a glass of water. The edge of her jaw still ticked and she didn't trust herself to do it.

Ebon Illnaren

FioHelston Perfect. She glanced down the table. "Councilor Illnaren."

Rachael Douglas Notes flowed over a fifth page in her notepad. Sapphires shielded by her customary dark lensed sunglasses flicked to Edward, and a dip of her raven haired head to him. Notes were resumed.

Dill T Jones Why else do you think Dillon wants demons to flourish in this town. It's a ready food source. With the prodding and pointing out like he was a bad student, he did quiet down. A bit and had the capacity to look abashed. There has to be a lobby for people who eat demons.

Zack. Another sip of his beer as he remained silent.

Myria Graziano ::she wonders if she'll be expected to speak in Kheldar's stead. She hadn't exactly prepped for that::

Katt Sharp greens turned on her brother and she leaned over to whisper something to him.

Nayun There was a look to the water, then a grasp of it. She'd carefully pour it into the glass then slide it closer to Candy.

NorseLady A smile for Caroline before her attention turns to Illnaren.

Xenograg :: glances around the room inbetween statements ::

Charles Blackstone Charles kept quiet

PrlUnicorn ::She glanced to Ebon and awaited his words::

Candy Hart Cold water would instantly turn warm when she touched the glass. She drank it anyway and set an empty glass down with a nod of thanks to the girl. A hand over the glass to indicate she didn't need a refill as she listened.

Charles Blackstone Charles was trying something daring. He simply tried to shift the heat from candy, which he could feel, towards himself, and then inward.

Edward Batten He nodded to Katt, leaning to murmur something back to her.

Rakeesh ::The liontaur folds his hands into one another upon his lap, focusing intently on each speaker in turn. Rarely does his countenance change, and he does his part to remain calm.::

Marc Franco ::Without rhyme or reason, he always seemed to pick a seat near Caroline. Tonight had been no different. It made it easy to reach out to pat her arm gently in solidarity and gratitude.::

Tasslehofl ::there was a roll of his shoulders as he moved through the press of bodies to get closer to the front...he was loosening up for something::

Ebon Illnaren Thank you. As Caroline mentioned, there have been many incidents of violence resulting from those inspired by the Baron's proposal, or those who sought to take advantage of it; the attack on my son and Colleen's granddaughter was only one such incident. I agree with Marc that an apology, a real one is warranted.

Candy Hart The heat from Candy never seemed to fade, must as the lad pulled it to himself.

Nayun Arm shifted back to rest beneath the fabric of her kimono. Crossing under her chest, keeping herself a little warmer. Her eyes closed and head bowed to listen to what was going on around her. Metal fingers of her left hand tapped lightly against the handle of her blade.

Charles Blackstone Charles frowmed a bit. A soft nod in general. He was trying to help.

Caroline Granger She glanced over as Marc patted her arm, covering his hand with her own in silent solidarity, offering a gentle smile.

Chryrie Nightstar ::she watched her brother-in-law move toward the front and she mumbles:: Oh sh....

Candy Hart Only a few things would calm that fire in her....none of which would be appropriate to do in the middle of this very important meeting.

Ebon Illnaren That being said....::and he turned to look directly at Rakeesh:: My son is an empath, and a sensitive one....and he told me yesterday that there WAS something stirring fear in your district. As much as I am disgusted by your methods....if there is anything I can do to assist in dealing with these villains, I shall.

Zack. Side glance towards Tass for a moment.

Ebon Illnaren Thank you. ::taking his seat::

NorseLady More like taking advantage of it, in her opinion. She has long thought that way, but has yet to voice it.

Rena A Cronin ::a glance to Chryrie then Tass then Aja, shrugging::

Khoom Vortiv Siiip. Oh, this promised to throw a wrench in the works ...

Council Speakers - Part 3

Isuelt DeRomiano

FioHelston She nodded toward Nayun and made a note on her pad. "Councilor DeRomiano."

Sjira ::She pulled up onto the tips of her toes within her boots, unable to see over the shoulders of most within.::

Zack. While there was a pause, he shifted quietly to move down to Rena and Aja.

Rachael Douglas Response was made for Eregor's ears alone.

Goldglo ::he kept IceDancer pumping out nice calming waves of cool air::

Issy ::The Scathachian priestess nodded to the Governor and rose from her seat to begin with the clear, strong voice of her station:: I believe that Baron Sah Tarna's concerns are valid and deserve to be heard. I am able to see where this philosophy has its merits. For example, weapons of all kinds are utilized in these parts. And if someone were to carry around a big axe or swords or even something more technologically advanced, it presumably is there for all to see (whether the weapons

Charles Blackstone Charles kept trying to even the heat in the room magically. Which was a pain.

Ashandar ::a slow turn of his head, glancing towards the door for a moment::

LadyAjaBird ::she looked towards Tass, nudged Rena and Zack and nodded towards him and quietly remarked:: Anyone else sensing that is not gonna be good"

Candy Hart She didn't look toward the Baron again. Watching instead those that spoke. Occasionally her attention wandered out to the crowd of faces.

Issy might be hidden or not for a time). But magic...magic is invisible. The most unsuspecting of folks might have the greatest power at their beckoned call; the power to level this city, and one would never know it until it was too late. Magic users, unlike those who carry conventional weapons, are hidden as are their....::she hesitated to use the word:: ....dangers. If a man was about to pick a fight with another man, and then saw that he had in his possession a mace or an axe, wouldn't

Rena A Cronin ::softly::When he didn't look at anyone gave me a warning.

The Lame Smith ::he was watching Tass curiously, though his eyes darted up to each council member as they spoke, before turning back to the old man::

Zack. " Why do you think I moved down with you two. " Murmured very low so not to interupt Issy.

Ashandar ::the words being spoken draw his attention back to the front of the room again::

Issy he back down" But with a magic user...there's no telling what?s behind a simple facade. In the Old Temple district, my Sisters and I are called upon nearly nightly to aid in the skirmishes and fights. We have no protection against magic; magic that is constantly used against us. Perhaps it is a step in the right direction to reveal magic users. Only to reveal, not to maim or ridicule or the like. This is not a witch hunt, nor a means of persecution, but of a way to ensure the

Eregor ::nodding to Rachael::

PrlUnicorn ::Collie was watching Tass, but listening to Issy::

Abigail Dekker She listened to Issy and though her foot happened to tap Bea's knee, she was still staring intently at the warrior woman.

FioHelston One minute.

Charles Blackstone Did issy not listen to marc at all.

Issy further safety of our citizens. Other weapons and technologies are made apparent, even my blades are basically registered with the Watch, and I haven't complained. In the end, Baron Sah Tarna requires our aid. And is it not our responsibility as councilmen, as citizens, to strive to make all of Rhydin safer" I support the proposal put before this Council by Baron Sah Tarna, if for no other reason than it deserves further exploration and discussion.

Katt Batten

FioHelston And...."Time. Councilor Katt Batten."

Ashandar ::pushing away from his lean, hands dropping to his side::

Issy ::Before retaking her seat, she nodded to the Governor and lightly bowed to the Council as she mentally prepared herself for the fallout that would almost assuredly befall her in the days to come::

Briarius ::The Headmaster face darkened a bit::

Rachael Douglas Notes flowed on a seventh page in that even, neat lefthanded script. Lips flatlined.

NorseLady A slight shaking of her head.

Artemus Kurgen That makes him arch a brow.

Charles Blackstone There was a glare of silver eyes at issy. before shifting it to the ceiling.

Candy Hart A short snort there.

Zack. Light nod to Issy for a moment, then looked to Katt.

Ammy Spiritor A glance to her cell phone and Ammy slipped away for a few of her own directory meetings. She wished all best of luck and cool heads silently as she slipped out and left.

Sjira ::He had been seen between the movement of the crowd. Along the edge of the room and in that direction, indirectly, she made her way. Dark green hems brushed against the tops of her boots.::

Anya M Nodding her head along with Issy, she agreed with what she said.

Rakeesh ::As Issy returned to her seat, passing by him, the beast whispered quietly across the table to the woman.::

Chryrie Nightstar ::she drops her gaze to her glass, disappointment in the Scath woman so heavy it was palpable, and there was a heavy sigh::

Ebon Ilnaren ::there was something in his expression—disappointment, perhaps—as he watched Isuelt take her seat::

FioHelston Koy would be after, then Kheldar/Myria, then Collie.

Abigail Dekker Her lips twitched but stayed drawn in a straight line. Points were made that she agreed with but and some were made that she didn't. Such was the lovely nature of debate.

arthour :There was a frown at Issy's words. Unfortunatly, again, he couldn't fault the reasoning behind those words. It was almost infuriating really. Offering a (late) wave to Ammy as she left, he watched the rest of the hall and the rest of the council:

PrlUnicorn ::Colleen's expression had morphed into one of neutrality::

Caroline Granger Frowning, Caroline glanced toward Marc briefly. She could understand the logic in some of the arguments being brought up to support Rakeesh's now retracted proposal, but it made her highly uncomfortable. She knew enough about the histories of certain other planets to recognise when their history was threatening to repeat itself here.

Katt Pushing up from her seat she inhaled slowly. "I'm going to be short with what I need to say as to what I needed to say has already been said.." She inhaled slowly and settled her knuckles on the edge of the desk. "I don't agree with the course of actions that this person has taken to get his point across about this danger. There is a number of ways this could of been dealt with, as said, without causing a mass panic..deaths..and the heartache....Putting a registration on someone is worse than

Katt branding them with a target. That is all it is...A target. Those who would not willing to go regirstrate themselves would be given trouble as if they have something to hide when all they could be wanting to do is protect themselves and their families. The proposition itself makes me ill to my stomach to be honest...And this..ping ponging I keep witnessing disturbs me. I do understand there is trouble brewing but instead of making an uprise about it and causing basic wide-spread panic, it should

Stormshadow ::Slowly, the dark one slid into the hall. settling off to the side.;:

Edward Batten Issy's position on it got a look of...well, surprise, really. Though, like a few, he couldn't fault the reasoning...but then again, there were people that didn't want to be identified, and they should be allowed to keep their affairs private, if at all possible.

Katt of been brought forth by request to meet with the Governor and council to get facts straightened out. There are people willing to help but there is no reason to cause the damage that has been created. My suggestion is that since the proposition has been dropped that it is done and over with..and I would like to take time to speak with Mister..Um.." Pardon her for having a little trouble with the name, "Rakeesh to see if I can prehaps offer information of aid that will help him with this trouble

Katt in his district and calmly done so without theatrics."

Marc Franco ::He was tugging on a pink tuft of hair absently. Eye contact was difficult tonight but he met

Caroline's long enough that the expression on his face would make it clear that his thoughts ran a similar path as hers.::

Rakeesh ::The beast dipped his head once again, simply, giving only the slightest indications of his thoughts as the debate continued on.::

Katt Simply said and she glanced to Rakeesh to make sure she heard as she sat down. No..she didn't go boom which she was sure a handful of folks were expecting.

Clayton Sheridan Katt had his full atention when she stood, though whether it was for what she was saying or that suit she was wearing, it was hard to tell.

FioHelston "Councilor Koy Simon."

Abigail Dekker A slow smile for Katt, almost surprised. She fell over just long enough to nudge Bea, so quick that such a gesture would have been lost by less than keen sets of eyes.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he caught Katt's eye and gave her a smile and nod::

Sjira ::Slightest noises she came to stand within a few paces and watched the goings-on with utmost interest and distraction::

Goldglo ::shifting to better see Koy::

Ashandar ::a slight glance to the side before turning his attention on the lion, peering at him with no small amount of curiosty from under his hood:

Stormshadow ::A whisper into the shadows, Then she stepped aside, and away.:;

Koyliak ::stands:: All sides have spoken, so I'll keep it brief. Iffn we're speakin' ta the soul of this city, such a registration in a city of refugees can never work without goin' 'gainst wha makes this a place of hope and promise ta all. I hope it won't return. I don't agree with the manner of presentation but 'gain, in our duty ta all our citizens, iffn there's such a concern of a threat, it must be looked inta at the least.

Koyliak ::not much for eloquent speeches, she sat back down promptly after voicing her opinion::

NorseLady Notes Marc's hair tugging, and watches him for awhile. Expression is stoic for the most part, but there is a softening of gaze for a brief moment. Do not blink, or you will miss it. Turns her attention to Koy after Katt completes her say.

Beatrix Howell She nodded with a pleased purse of her lips, mostly toward her notebook at first, but it bloomed to a full smile as she looked over to Katt, giving her an encouraging nod and a wave.

Candy Hart The voice of the others rolled through her while she watched Issy a while longer.

Zack. " Least it has been polite. " Murmured to Rena and Aja.

Zack. *it's

Myria Graziano for Kheldar Drasinia

FioHelston "Kheldar Drasinia would be up next....I don't see him, but I do see his second. Ms. Graziano?"

Myria Graziano Yo, yeah.

Icer1978 :;She was late, nd she knew it, but there had been other things to do. Silently the little dragon slipped inside moving carefully to her usual spot.::

Myria Graziano ::after standing up, she looked at Rakeesh initially:: You're a punk*** @#$%^&*, y'know" ::then to the crowd in general:: I'm Myria Graziano for thosea you who ain't familiar with me. Kheldar couldn't be here for New Haven tonight, so I'm representin' the district and the Wrecking Crew since Fio's got the city to be representin' tonight.

Myria Graziano ::back to Rakeesh:: You brought some nasty-*** cutoff heads. Good on you. Ain't none of us know whether they're heads of these bad mages or not. So prove that next cuz we all done takin' you at your freakin' word.

Rena A Cronin For now::sipping more coffee::Or maybe the calm before the storm::speking softly::

Myria Graziano All I'll say is what I said before. Crew's comin' for your *** until you pull your head outta there and start doin' things that ain't bat-@#$%^&* crazy. ::she looked back over the crowd:: Aight, I'm done.

Katt Abby and Beatrix both get a little wiggle wave of her fingers and a tip of a baby smile. Ebon though..could probably tell the tense in her smile as she turned it to him. And..facepalm.

Issy ::The call of "yo" grabbed her attention as she turned around to look towards Ms. Graziano::

FioHelston Collie after her and then back to Nayun, then Rhiannon Brock.

NorseLady Turns her gaze upon Myria now.

PrlUnicorn ::She stifled a chuckle as she heard Myria::

Khoom Vortiv Siiiiip.

arthour :Blinking at Myria's words, he listened:

Steve Armstrong Steve might want Myria to have his babies....

Caroline Granger Good point, well made there. Who was to say the heads thrown down were what he said they were"

Public Comment " Part 1

AnyaM

FioHelston "Time. Thank you Councilor Icer. The public queue is now open.

Candy Hart Nayun is lucky Candy didn't ruffle the girl's hair. Course there are representing the council. Maybe later.

Abigail Dekker She glanced down to the notepad and nodded once again, her hand waving about her face as if she were fighting off a case of the vapors.

Clayton Sheridan Katt got a grin and a waggle of his eyebrows before he kissed the air at her.

Sjira ::Tasslehofl was then seen. About to call out to greet him, but his mood seemed one that was ill at ease. Then blade seen, she made certain she was well and near the wall's way.::

Issy ::She shifted in her seat, and made ready to hear the public's opinions::

PrlUnicorn ::Colleen closed her eyes the moment she saw Tass reveal that blade::

FioHelston "Five minutes or less, please, and then we will ask Councilor Sah Tarna and Councilor Franco for any closing statements they wish to make."

Charles Blackstone luckily for matt he could quickly control himself, pulling it all back in.

Khoom Vortiv Siiiiip.

Ebon Ilnaren ::blinking at the blade Tass carried, he looked at Colleen and then Rhi curiously::

Anya M As the meeting went on, she jotted a few notes and decided to stick to the points. She stood up and said what she had to say. "Thank you for allowing me a moment. I had more to say, but it has been said gracefully by others of the council. Thank you for that. However, I want to say to those who believe the Baron did not apologize, he did. Yet a few judge his motives harshly. It may not have been the best way to handle things, but he has apologized and I do not believe it was back-handed at all

Chryrie Nightstar ::she had been watching Tass. And now she casually placed herself near Aja, Rena, and Zack. Dillon could fend for himself..or follow. She was fine either way::

Rhiannon Brock ::She murmured to Ebon::

Icer1978 :;A glance to Issy, then she crouched in her spot. Tail curling around her ankles.::

Rakeesh ::He seeks the crowd with his eyes, until he locates the speaker; he does not know the woman, but he listens just as intently as he had to the others.::

LadyAjaBird ::glances up at Chryrie then to Tass and back. Whispering to them quietly:: Me thinks da poo is about ta hit da proverbial fan.

Artemus Kurgen "Trust someone to bring a knife to a word fight." he mutters seeing Tass display that ancient blade.

Katt Sheepishly she slouched in her seat, cheeks turning a pale shade of crimson. Ahem..Right..public speaks. Her attention swept to Tass who was armed" Tass wasn't foolish so while she kept an eye on him for more of future hugging reasons..she did still question why he was armed...

Anya M For those that wish the Baron's head, I ask you to remember when you acted out of haste in your life and walked a life less of perfection. If someone was on this council for truly the wrong reasons, I believe they should be gone. I hope the council members can remember apology was given and move on to help the situation...and that there will be a way to end what is going on." Then she stepped back. Nodding to Fio. She was done and that's it.

Charles Blackstone

Dill T Jones Dillon was watching the patterns his smoke made in the air. They were quite good ones. There was only one in here he worried about, and he knew she could take care of herself. It made for a pretty tame beast.

Zack. Side glance to Chryrie as she joined them then looked around for a moment.

FioHelston Charles was next. She nodded to the woman speaking.

The Lame Smith ::the ancient blade—or at least its hilt—caught his attention as he noted the craftsmanship::

Issy ::There was a dip to the Scathachian's chin as Anya concluded her remarks::

Rachael Douglas Lips flatlined while she took notes lefthanded.

Ashandar ::a slight ducking of his check to glance behind himself for a moment::

Charles Blackstone Charles stood up silently when it came to be his turn. "Thank you for the time" He sighed "Look. This proposal is done and over with in my mind. Rakeesh pulled it from the table. That is that."

PrlUnicorn ::Since Caroline was sitting close by, Colleen whispered::

G Has a completely unimpressed expression on his face.

Anya M She nodded back to Issy and continued to listen to the comments.

Nayun Stares at G again. Why' because she could.

Charles Blackstone A breath "But what he did bring to the table was something that distrurbed me. He mentioned demons. Although i am not from rhy'din, this has seemed to have happened before hand. And although Rakeesh acted out of haste. He did have one thing going for him. He acted to prevent the problem."

G She would see him press a finger inside his ear to scratch at it, then inspect the fingertip before rolling his finger and thumb together and flicking...something"

NorseLady Offers more bread to the others. Do not worry, it is not poisoned. See" She is eating it herself!

Charles Blackstone Charles sighed "I do not know of these demons specifically nor how to handle them. However, being the soldier that i am, I wish to suggest to everyone, that the problem is looked into, and quickly. So that it is properly dealt with." He nodded softly and sat down.

Caroline Granger Caroline blinked, glancing over at Tass in mild astonishment before leaning toward Collie to murmur in return.

Icer1978 ::A glance to the hilt of the blade held by Tass. Then ice blue gaze turned back to Charles.::

Abigail Dekker She smiled at Anya and then stretched out like an old, sorry cat. Once head found Bea's shoulder, she turned her attention to Charles.

Katt She frowned hearing Charles. Uhoh..someone hit a little home there...

Zack. Side glance to Tass for a moment, then back to Charles.

Khoom Vortiv

FioHelston Khoom is up. "Thank you."

Rachael Douglas She continued to take notes, and added something to the side, Ή σκότωσε αθώους ανθρώπου&# 962; με το πρόσχημα της ενίσχυση&# 962; των ισχυρισμ&# 974;ν του για το τι μπορεί πραγματι&# 954;ά να είναι φαντάσμα&# 964;α.

Andu Kirost ::The minotaur stands from his squat, but remains silent. Though the battle for him to remain so is obviously a hard one.::

PrlUnicorn ::Collie said three words to Caroline and let her fill in the rest::

BrynnHawthorne A slight nod given in agreement.

Anya M She smiled at Abby and nodded her head. There were plenty of things she didn't agree with, but she knew head hunting anyone who needed help wasn't the answer.

NorseLady Takes another peek at Rachael's notes, then a quick flick of her gaze to the woman before she looks at the council members again.

Caroline Granger No further words were necessary. Caroline winced, and reached into a pocket for a seemingly innocuous copper coin, holding it between her fingers lightly.

KatrinaSilvers The nexus saw fit to return her near Zack. She did not look pleased at her unexpected trip.

Khoom Vortiv One last sip, to ease off a bit of dryness before he spoke. And, just to make the point, his quiet voice echoed softly, without all the unneccesary shouting. "Thank you, Governor. Councilors. Esteemed Rhy'Dinians. I believe the vast majority of us present might all agree that the Baron, in a manner of speaking, found the pile of muck, and pretty much trod upon it.

Marc Franco ::A note was jotted down on a piece of paper. He motioned over an aide, giving specific instructions on who to deliver the two notes to. One went the way of Collie, the other towards the Governor. He gathered his coat and made his way towards the exit.::

Khoom Vortiv I, however, would like to see much more in the way of evidence presented before anyone gets a wild hair to go on some form of crusade or another. From the things I've read, those haven't gone well in some histories. Demons are one thing, but mass slaughter is quite another." Leave it to a pacifist. "To sum up, I urge caution."

FioHelston "Please be prepared to speak when it's your turn as we are pushing the meeting time now." Max and then Artemis were up after Khoom.

PrlUnicorn ::She smiled at Marc::

Max Eisenhardt

Max Eisenhardt The SonderKommando scratched at the numbered tattoo on his forearm as he stood. "I'd like to quote our beloved governor by saying.(Grant Tournament held on Saturday, January 26, 2013 @ 21:00:50) "Because I can't tell him what he can or cannot do in his barony. I can declare it illegal or unethical, but this is a city where people make their own rules" And simply add violence will be handled with reprisals...Flatscan or not. I won't stop those willing to register...but I will defend those....

Max Eisenhardt unwilling." Eyes so light blue they were nearly white took in as many faces as they could before he added. "Through every means at my disposal." Rather than simply sit, he adjusted his coat and headed for the doorway. His fingers drifted to the crimson Star of David that was on the chain around his neck. Memories of what was more than enough for him to bother with worry over open threats.

Khoom Vortiv Anything else he might've considered had already been covered, therefore, he handed off the floor to the next. Siiip.

Zack. Light pat to Katrina's shoulder as he looked from Khoom to Max.

Rachael Douglas Dip of raven haired head to Shylah while she took notes on the proceedings.

Charles Blackstone Charles took a breath. He glanced around. He might have lit some fires with that.

KatrinaSilvers There was a nod to Zack, her gaze turning toward the council once more.

Max Eisenhardt He stood in the doorway to hear Artemis' comments his back on the room at large.

Beatrix Howell Bea's own noggin tilted down and rested on Abby's, peeping between the smiles shared with Anya and adding her own with a gentle grumbling sigh.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he nodded across the room to Max, a simple nod of agreement::

Zack. Max got a nod.

Final Comments

Rakeesh Sah Tarna

FioHelston "Thank you. And this closes public discussion. I would like to offer Councilor Rakeesh two minutes for final remarks. And then, Councilor Franco was called away, but I understand that Councilor Fenner will speak in his place. "

Candy Hart Squints at Nayun.

Issy ::Slouching in her chair, she looked like she needed a drink. Okay, three::

Rakeesh ::The beast rises to speak once again, the rumble filing the room.:: I have already recalled my proposition, in response to the outrage and harm it has caused. I plan on sponsoring a program in Old Temple for Mages to learn self-protection alongside other youth, as well as social acceptance. Additionally, I plan to personally reach out to the families of those who have been harmed to offer my support in any way that I may. I am deeply sorry for the pain my proposal has caused. And yet, the

akhir ::The shadows yielded his form to the waking world, he paused for a moment glancing about the room before finding a suitable quiet out of the way table to seat himself.::

Nayun "Does he still wish to press challenge?" In a low tone to Candy.

LadyAjaBird ::nods hearing Rachael:: I do business in dis town. So, whut goes on here....::she trailed off and glanced towards Dillon thinking of their current interest in an entirely different problem::

NorseLady Slow blink as she sees Akhir.

Rakeesh cause of my alarm is great. The Khul-din feed off of children, and the old Myr'Khulian rituals cast upon Old Temple make them stronger. We must root out underground Myr'Khulian insurgents. Look for a press release from me within the next day, and join me in this very important quest to protect our city. To answer Councilman Franco's call for my resignation ....

Chryrie Nightstar ::her swirling gaze moved toward Akhir. She then gave the Melnibonean a soft bow of her head and a tilt of her glass in silent greeting::

akhir ::His slid his sword down from over his shoulder and under his cloak, laying it across the oaken top before seating himself.::

Rakeesh ::He looks aside to Fio, then, and speaks more calmly:: No. There is too much work to be done. Let's focus on the danger this threat presents to Rhy'Din and its children and move onward from here. That is all that I will say this night.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he took a deep sigh at Rakeesh's words, but there was no longer any rancor in his gaze as he looked at the liontaur::

Rakeesh ::And with that, he once again sits, resting the bag of heads upon his lap.::

Caroline Granger Now that the business of the proposal was out of the way, Caroline could look on the problem a little more impartially. Though not much. Piper lived in the Old Temple, and if Rakeesh was right, then Lyneth was in danger.

FioHelston She pressed her lips together, her mouth a little white at the edges.

Candy Hart "Course." The baron's words wouldn't move Candy. His actions spoke louder to her.

Katt A hand goes up and she pushes down on the brim of her hat with a sigh.

akhir ::He nodded every so subtly to Chryie as he settled into his chair.::

KatrinaSilvers "And now people are going to start killing eachother, calling eachother insurgents." A slow shake of her head.

Abigail Dekker She watched the liontaur and looked back to Fio, her fingers steepled beneath her chin. Zack. Side glance to Katrina. " I pray that doesn't happen. " Murmured to the woman.

Charles Blackstone Charles watched the room softly. He sat where he was. And wasnt going to move for a long while.

Rachael Douglas The outward sign of her feelings in the matter was the seismic twitch of the scar that traced the left side of her face while she took notes in an even, precise lefthanded script.

Colleen Fenner for Marc Franco

PrlUnicorn ::She nodded to Fionna and stood:: I'd like to point out to the Baron that my daughter runs such a school on a small scale in Old Temple and without its teaching two children might not have survived an attack this weekend. Contact them, I think they would be agreeable to assisting to teach defensive arts and are used to the special needs of young ones.

Icer1978 ::She listened quietly, glancing to the clock once in a while.::

akhir ::His gaze wandered to Shy for a moment, perhaps a hint of a smile, perhaps just the shadows. His attention once more wandered about the room::

Artemus Kurgen Shaking his head the Headmaster of Arcanum Academy begins making his way towards the door.

Rakeesh ::He offers a small, thankful smile aside to Collie.::

PrlUnicorn To sum up the rest, compromise is necessary as is caution. Working together as a community against a criminal element, magical or otherwise, is prudent. However, assuming guilt until one is proven innocent is a bad way to business no matter who is investigating or pointing fingers. It's the equivalent of disturbing a hive of bees that are simply collecting pollen and a good way to be stung by otherwise peaceful folk.

KatrinaSilvers "If things continue this way, Rhy'Dinn will go the same route as the Solus Sector." Was said, gaze turning to Zack. "Civil war."

arthour :He siad what he wanted now, so...He had to go home. Standing, he moved quickly through the hall, offereing nods here and there to those he knew. Mai was waiting for him at their home oust side the city and he had every intention of getting there. Slipping out the door quietly, he was soon lost from eyesight, heading to the southen glen:

LadyAjaBird ::stops her fidgetting when Collie speaks::

Dill T Jones The man was currently blowing smoke rings up towards the ceiling. But he did offer Aja a cheerful wave, somehow. His mind was pretty much where it always went. Day dreaming about this or that.

PrlUnicorn ::She nodded to Rakeesh and smiled::

Zack. Light shake of his head to Katrina on that one.

NorseLady Another look over at Akhir, and to his sword.

PrlUnicorn And that covers it....::she looked to Fio:: Tell 'em ta go home, lass. ::She grinned::

KatrinaSilvers Couldnt blame her for assuming the worst. She lived through it, after all

akhir ::He glanced towards Colleen, again maybe a slight smile, maybe not::

Caroline Granger Collie's last statement made Caroline chuckle suddenly, too quickly to muffle herself. "Sorry."

FioHelston "Go home." She obliged Colleen, pounding the gavel. "Meeting adjourned. Be safe and thank you for coming."