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If you find the title necessary, Erudite.

For my part, I'm more curious about your lack of reaction upon hearing the whole story.

I read the report on Na Saoirsí.;I've already heard the story.

Ah. A lapse on my part, I see.

First a private letter from Na Saoirsí, then fragments through official channels... Loughshinny is getting better at this.

Then I presume she's told you all about me, which is why you were willing to sit down with me by yourself, and hear out this patchwork tale of allusions and insinuations.

No, she has yet to 'find your body.';She's unaware you're in a position to tell stories.

That makes your courage all the more admirable.

And I mustn't neglect to give credit to Loughshinny where it's due. She's more than just a qualified dance partner now—she's ready to take the lead. I do hope she enjoys herself.

Sounds like you like your new powers.;Sounds like you like your new toy.

Of course I do. The powers of the dead aren't necessarily greater than those of the living, but they are more lasting, and harder to check.

But you'll soon grow bored of them.

Like everything else you've ever had.

Followers, martyrs, dominion, status...

Life is short, but death is long, Erudite.

There are still so many interesting people in the mortal realm. That alone is reason enough for me to await them in death.

So you gave Reed your old toys?

A cutting question, Erudite. But I'll allow it.

And not only because your accusation is astute, if prejudiced. But also because you are one of the interesting people I mentioned.

What are you intending?;What makes me interesting?

Must everything be done for a purpose?

I am inseparable from death. Is it not the natural order of things that those like me should be drawn to Rhodes Island?

I was drawn, so I came. This place is always covered in the scent of death, after all—especially around you, my dear Erudite.

I don't understand.

You will, someday.

When the tides erupt and the night of death descends, you will be grateful for my presence, so long as I do not mock your predicament.

As for right now?

I am simply the shadow of Tara's leader.

Just Necrass, nothing more.

Careful, the enemies here are more troublesome than you might think.

No worries, I'm here to help!

Huh? They're just little guys now...

Guess they're more dangerous when outside our <@tu.kw>attack range</>?

There are so many of them, though! We'll help out!

Watch out!

Enemies over here, too. Leave them to me.

Drat! I don't have a clear view! I can't spot the enemy or <@tu.kw>attack</>.

Let me see...

Tch, I can't hit the enemy over there.

This outline represents <@tu.kw>allied units'</> combined attack range. Good to keep in mind, I guess.

You know, those thickety things have been growing this whole time.

Uh-huh. Seems like the vines spread onto adjacent tiles.

I'll try to stop them from spreading—

It's working, but I'm taking <@tu.kw>continuous Arts damage</> just by standing on the affected tile.

I'll draw their fire. Let's focus on the fight!