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[prepared]

[ This video post, which provides a lovely view of a horned head, covered by a blindfold, sneering off center from the camera. Fucker doesn’t even know where the recorder is, but he knows he hit something, and there was a voice that told him that it was recording. ]

Such hubris I find myself surrounded by. To think that they could cage someone for their own purposes is hardly what I would expect from those who wish to truly command an army. There is little incentive to be found by swearing fealty, is there not? [ A hiss through his teeth, even though he's not looking at the screen, the sharp impression of teeth is left through the hiss, showing what looks more like fangs. ]

I have heard of such paltry efforts in the past, but even the most banal of buffoons must realize how truly prideful they must be to capture me amongst themselves. If there ever were a force for punishment, I believe they may find that the teeth that nips at their heels belongs to me, and I will not rest until I am returned to my rightful place!

[ And he pauses, letting that settle, before finally: ] And as such, I believe one must introduce himself. Loathe as I am to merely follow instructions, you should know the face of whom you shall follow against our captors, and you shall follow Lord Illidan Stormrage, ruler of the Outlands.

Make no mistake, I will not sit idly by while forced into servitude.

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[thalassian]

Illidan.

( lol look at this douchebag and his fucking immaculate observational skills )

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[prepared]

[ His head instantly jerks to life, swinging up and staring straight at the speakers. Through all of his conversations, he hasn't quite gotten it right, but he does for Kael'thas, lip curling and oh man does he look pissed.

Ridiculously pissed. He yells at this ridiculous mechanical system, loud and with the kind of lungs that could shout over all of Shadowmoon Valley. ]

Kael'thas Sunstrider, you waste of space and effort, you dare speak to me??

[thalassian]

( there are no good feet for kael to get off on here are there

He, in turn, regards Illidan with confusion—though he closes his eyes and endures the yelling, and he's certain his confusion goes unnoticed. Quietly, though with confidence in his voice, he replies; )

I was unaware I'd lost the privilege.

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[prepared]

[ How could he not know the filthy little--




What the hell? ]

[prepared]

[ Caution, the skull warned. Caution. Think with his brain and not with his fury.

It doesn't stop the bite that comes through. ]

Unaware--

You are unaware!? Do you never listen?

[ It's okay, Kael, he must be having one of his "days". ]

[thalassian]

( is he on his moon cycle 8(

Kael's voice is tense, to say the least; but genuine, in a strange way. Additionally, he doesn't want to argue—there's no sense in it, and it will end poorly for himself. )

I listen. Do I have the right to ask what drives you to speak with such fury?

[prepared]

[ His moon cycle is whenever he gets reminded of Tyrande.

Pretty much the only thing keeping him from not hunting down Kael'thas or making an ass of himself is the skull, which does the thinking for him while he's still pissed. ]

I have been transported from my lands, if you can remind yourself of the current predicament for long enough?

[thalassian]

Your fate here is the same as my own. It was not of my choosing.

( Still... a little sassy. He's pretty confused, as it is. BUT HE'S HOLDING IT TOGETHER OKAY even though fucking none of this makes any sense. )

[prepared]

And yet you choose to only address me, instead of seek me out?

[ Man he is. Not happy. Obviously. ]

Have you nothing to offer?

[thalassian]

I can find you, if you wish. I have only just arrived here.

( lmfjf he is literally staring at his fucking tablet thing in abject horror in the middle of the hold nbd )

What are you seeking?

[prepared]

[ Wait.


He's willing to come find him. Wait. He squints at the screen. ]

What am I often seeking, little one? Surely the trip here has not entirely addled your brain?

[thalassian]

( Sealing his lips, frowning. )

I would not say it has—I've no intention of allowing it any further.

You are behaving strangely.

[prepared]

I have been brought to a new realm against my will! Would not all act strangely in such a situation?

[thalassian]

( A fair point. He makes a considering noise. )

You're correct on that matter; my statement was... foolish. ( That hurt to say. )

You are as newly arrived as myself?

[prepared]

Indeed. I have only been here a scant day. This device... [ He hisses, in fury. ]

It is a pitiful thing.

[thalassian]

Nor do I enjoy this trinket. ( It's stupid and people ask dumb things on the Network and why can't he fucking write on it? )

I wonder if it is no coincidence that we should be inconvenienced simultaneously.

[prepared]

What, precisely, do you mean by that?

[ He hisses it out, through sharp teeth, biting in tone. Are you tryin' to say that they're on the same side Kael'thas he doesn't believe you ]

[thalassian]

( um precisely fel-sempaiiii uguu geez )

I was last in your company before my arrival here. ( so.. flat.. )

[prepared]

Were you?

[ WHAT IS THIS. It's like the stages of irrational half-demon night elf over here. He looks annoyed, then confused, then finally, finally, it slides into haughty excitement. ]

And it would seem that our enemies may have found a windfall, does it not?

[thalassian]

( The shift in his tones is at first alarming to Kael, before he seems to have settled upon contentness—yes, okay, this is... this is standard, this is normal. Still, nothing here is making sense, but. But he finally seems pleased. )

Exactly my thoughts; though the depth of intention remains to be seen.

[prepared]

I can certainly make a few assumptions! Perhaps they are truly terrified of the might of our armies!

They have long waged war with us, but now they sought to simply whisk away the center of power, instead of fighting head-on.

[thalassian]

( Yes, excellent. Kael'thas is just grinning. If that... if that matters. He seems satisfied with the state of affairs, if not slightly cautious. )

An option that does well to explain our plight. ( Then, because he's curious; )

May I ask what in my appearance provoked your first words to me?

[prepared]

[ OHSHI--

We can lie, the skull says. Come on, it's not that hard. ]

I was concerned, Kael'thas. [ He tips his head. It's painful trying to talk over this and not see in the way he sees. ]

The fact that you are here and not presiding over our affairs in my absence concerned me!

[thalassian]

[ HE'S NOT SURE HE BELIEVES THAT BUT OK HE DOESN'T REALLY have a choice... this could be pretty fuckawful if he doesn't just deal wit it. ]

I see.

[ Then, with renewed confidence; ]

All is perhaps not lost—in this place.

[prepared]

[ He tips his head only slightly, as if in question. ]

Indeed? Do you speak of the others trapped in this realm?