Arthas Menethil receives [Soul Shard] x1

[northrend]

[For anyone that happens to be looking at the network when it comes back online, they will find not a familiar face (at least not for most). The will find a very large man, clad in battleworn dreadplate, made of a metal only a few would recognize, particularly if they've consorted with Koltira Deathweaver in any fashion. His hair is ghost white an wispy, face skeletal and skin pale.

The most striking feature is his glowing blue eyes, just a hint of stark green behind them, which is most noticeable when he turns his gaze to the camera, large gloved hand still reaching for the communicator, as if he just finished how to figure it out. Briefly, his expression narrows and he shifts to one knee, which allows the view of Frostmourne in his other hand beside him. He then looks up as there is noise of someone approaching offscreen. A devilish, predatory smirk replaces the previous grim expression for a moment before he looks back down at the screen, the expression smoothing to something almost friendly.]

Rumor has it you're all just dying for a breath of fresh air. I have ways of fixing that.

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[deadelfwalking]

[As soon as he sees this, every part of him bursts into flame with rage. Arthas. Here. No.

His voice is an angry, hissing growl.]

You. Traitor prince. Tell me where you are, so that I can kill you where you stand.

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[northrend]

[That's bad for your skin, Koltira. Also wow, when did you get so disobedient?

Whatever, play it off, Menethil. The same fatherly little grin turns a touch more menacing.]

Ah, Deathweaver. So good to see you've joined me here as well.

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[healplz]

[ OH LOOK IT'S A GUY THAT LOOKS LIKE KOLTIRA. well okay then, he'll brush aside instinctive hatred and try to like this gu— wait that doesn't sound like a good guy thing to say... ]

May I assume you are a death knight of Azeroth?

[deadelfwalking]

Ashraf.

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[life_binder]

[ It doesn't take Alexstrasza but a moment to recognize that face, and her expression is nothing short of stern. ]

You will "fix" nothing here.

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[northrend]

[WOW THAT'S KIND OF JARRING. He actually looks a little taken aback by who he sees on the screen, but only to the point of glaring. Because nobody expects a dragon amongst mortals, at least not when you come from the perspective of the Third War.]

That is hardly your's to decide.

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[stonefaith]

[ oh what. those are some damn familiar eyes. but... can't be sure.

huh. ]

And what are you suggesting?

[deadelfwalking]

[ANGER CONTINUING TO SEEP FROM HIS EVERY PORE.] He means that he intends to kill you.

[tyrians]

holy mackeral
dogg got some bling
nice weaprawn btw
38o

[northrend]

[w...hat that was not a reaction he was expecting. The smile disappears and he squints a little.

But she compliments Frostmourne, so he scoffs a little. "Nice weapon". That's...hilarious.]

Frostmourne. Yes, it is a nice weapon, isn't it?

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[seamend]

[ Another undead guy?? hmm... Aileen isn't quite sure about this guy or that sword but she has to ask: ]

Hello, I'm a doctor here. Sorry if this sounds insulting, but-- are you undead?

[deadelfwalking]

Aileen. Stop.

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[andfutureking]

[ the driest of voices ]

How generous of you.

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[northrend]

Yes, I thought so as well.

[whatsupcroc]

Uh.

I vote no. That does not sound like an invitation to a tea-party, so I vote a whole bunch of no to you fixing that. Unless that thing there is the world's most effective air filter!

[northrend]

A pity that I don't adhere to democracy.

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[sithiche]

I think we've got the air thing covered, actually.

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[northrend]

[A little, bemused chuckle.]

For now, perhaps.

video; it would help if I remember subject lines HUH

[crymoore]

Arthas?

[ It slips out in a breath that can only be taken as one of optimism even if Jaina Proudmoore knows better by now. She's spent many nights thinking about him (between nightmares of what would have happened if she remained and dreams of what could have been had he left with Uther and herself), but it's only recent that she's had the opportunity to take the battle to his very doorstep. His eyes are easily recognized by her, so much that she fails to take note of their eerie glow or the pale of his hair.

Unfortunately, what hope she held onto fades with the sight of Frostmourne and shortly after, how he addresses the network. She hasn't been using it much (only once to volunteer to provide aid and refreshments should she be unable to help with the former), so it takes her a moment to fully compose herself.

"No, girl. Arthas is not here. Arthas is merely a presence within the Lich King's mind. A dwindling presence..."

Even now that man's voice resonates in her mind as a powerful reminder. Snapping out of it, she chooses not to hide behind voice or text. No, she'll address him head on. There were answers she desperately seeks, but there will be no trace of it in her voice. ]

So you have been brought to this place as well. [ Really, what was wrong with them... ] And your first order of business is to threaten the very lives of those around you?

video; nah bro

[northrend]

[...oh.

Well, he probably should have expected it, since Koltira was here. Still, nothing really ever prepares him for that note of hope in her voice that seems to be ever present. It sickens him. Makes him angry.

She'll be able to see this all is a disgusted scowl that he sends her way, the line of his jaw twitching spastically, an expression that otherwise would have been hidden by Ner'zhul's helm, if he had come to Exsilium with it.]

Ever the quick wit. Aren't you?

[Its bitter. Spiteful. Go away.]

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[thornwishes]

[That? That's not the sign of someone Eisenhorn likes, and if he could share his distaste to such a person on his face he would. But instead there's nothing, and for once he's a bit saddened he can't show his utter disdain for someone who appears to be Chaos tainted. He can show it however, in his voice.]

Through what foal magics would you do such a thing?

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[northrend]

[Arthas responds in kind, calm and unapologetic.]

Necromancy, of course.

video; at least I'll make this one shorter geez

[ex_cashcow493]

[ Hey look, it's another valiant hero type all up in this post's grill. ]

You will do no such thing.

video; MIRACLES

[northrend]

[Oh that's funny. You're funny, Saber. Let him pinch your cheeks.]

Won't I?

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[peaceinchaos]

It seems you do not come well recommended, sir. We'll have to decline.

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[northrend]

Of course. They are right to fear the Scourge.

[A pause.]

You would speak for them all, hm?

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[toldyouso]

That's your best villain line? I'd like to file a complaint.

[Ordinarily Pete would avoid baiting obviously dangerous people, but it's been a long couple of weeks.]

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[northrend]

[A pause. He stares and wrinkles his nose, looking disappointed.]

Your taste in humor is stale, boy.

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[ex_bandai157]

[ oh more of you not at all unsettling or scary-looking people that's


that's awesome. ]

That's very kind of you.

[ inflectionless and toneless. ]

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[northrend]

I thought so as well. It seems your peers would disagree.

[emptysword]

...

...

[Hang on. Haaaaaaang on.]

Fresh air.

[Really, this is him being deadpan. Because seriously.]

[northrend]

Yes, that is what I said.

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[boughtabookstore]

You're making an impression.

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[northrend]

[All these people using text. He has to squint to read it.]

I was born into legend. Who am I to decide on who keeps its records?

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[vampirique]

And how far does this offer extend?

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[northrend]

As far as I choose.

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[deathwalker]

It's been my experience that people tend to like their lungs left the way they are.

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[northrend]

A pity, then, that I care so little for the wants of others.

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[onblackwings]

Oh, it wasn't that bad.

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[northrend]

Ah, finally, a voice of reason.

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[moralperil]

[Well... hm. Another person with a sword like Koltira's?]

...What kind of ways? Not sword-y ways I hope?

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[northrend]

Would you like a demonstration?

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[hornedomen]

[Immediately, he noticed the similar metal and appearance Arthas had with Koltira. However, Koltira’s reaction was enough to make him apprehensive.]

Who are you?

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[northrend]

[Oh look, a child. Excellent.]

Awful young for a war, aren't you boy?

[caligulas_aquarium]

looks like theyre finally bringin in sorts wwho knoww howw to fight a fuckin wwar
about time

[Cause, y'know.

Cool armor bro.]

[northrend]

[Thanks guy.]

Fight wars? I lead wars.

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[shamanism]

[There is no mistaking that armor, the icy form wearing it, or that cursed runic blade. Thrall is somewhat late to the party, but the others' reactions have more than confirmed what he thought to be true.

Arthas-- no-- the Lich King is here. Here. If the Initiative is in need of soldiers that badly, they could do much better than hire the most evil presence to grace Azeroth since Deathwing's inception.

His eyebrows knit, and his expression sets.]

You will NOT harm the people of this world, Lich King.

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[northrend]

[Oh, an orc. Not just any orc. The orc. He remembers them almost fondly -- while Lordaeron had been no friend of them, Terenas had made a big deal of those camps, and they had helped him and Jaina--

No, now was not the time for that. He had shamans to intimidate.]

Won't I?

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[kingdom_of_song]

[Have a Scotsman what is hanging about in the TARDIS. You're welcome.]

I think I'll pass, me.

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[northrend]

What a pity, that.