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[ask-afoxesshadow]

What man is not pathetic in your opinion?

The deity whom I serve.

He is as magnanimous as he is sly. And the one who first granted me the form I have.

Though it has since been drastically changed from the eons of travel I have done.

But nothing about him is pathetic.

[ask-afoxesshadow]

Oh, I am no one important, but it is basic etiquette to greet a guest, is it not Silas?

-The figure pauses for a moment, before continuing towards Silas, Getting surprisingly close to them-

Ah, that should be just a perfect thing to use, surely it will be as entertaining as when I had used it on that bird ages ago.

-They walk straight up to Silas, and then proceed to walk directly through him, completely obscuring his vision with an inky black-

Do give the others my regards for the sudden departure, but I believe things may once more get interesting in your worlds reflection. I doubt they'll be far behind me, I'd wager that Dotty's already went up to the door to listen to what's happening.

-With that, the shadow vanishes, and Silas finds their perspective having shifted down, much, much further down-

-Silas now only stands at 7 Inches tall, a tenth of his normal height!-

"How you are doing that" you ask? Why, that's quite simple Briar.

-This time, the voice is clearly heard from behind them, as a hand is placed on Briar's shoulder, and a masked face leans in beside them-

Omnipresent, omnipotent, and omniscient are all words that can be used to describe me.

Of course, where would the fun be if I used all this power to solve problems in the snap of my fingers?

As soon as their hand touches her, Briar flinches away like a spider had just landed on her shoulder.

Dotty however, eagerly turns to face them.

"Oh god, wow, okay. Hate that. Don't do it again."

"Shadow!! What brings you here? Are you like a ghost? Do you get summoned when people talk about you?"

"Terrifying."

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No, I am simply a wanderer who finds it quite rude when I go to visit a group, and one decides against greeting me.

-They continue walking directly towards Silas, though their pace has slowed-

I wonder, I wonder, what might be a suitable way to reciprocate such an offence...

"How you are doing that" you ask? Why, that's quite simple Briar.

-This time, the voice is clearly heard from behind them, as a hand is placed on Briar's shoulder, and a masked face leans in beside them-

Omnipresent, omnipotent, and omniscient are all words that can be used to describe me.

Of course, where would the fun be if I used all this power to solve problems in the snap of my fingers?

As soon as their hand touches her, Briar flinches away like a spider had just landed on her shoulder.

Dotty however, eagerly turns to face them.

"Oh god, wow, okay. Hate that. Don't do it again."

"Shadow!! What brings you here? Are you like a ghost? Do you get summoned when people talk about you?"

"Terrifying."

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-The shadow scoffs, turning towards the wall of Silas's room, and walking towards it-

What kind of man holds themselves so high, yet cowers away from company just to avoid having to greet a guest?

-To the surprise of the disciples, including poor Silas, the shadow walks straight through the rooms wall, coming out the other side right beside Silas, before leaning down to him-

A pathetic man, that is what kind.

"How you are doing that" you ask? Why, that's quite simple Briar.

-This time, the voice is clearly heard from behind them, as a hand is placed on Briar's shoulder, and a masked face leans in beside them-

Omnipresent, omnipotent, and omniscient are all words that can be used to describe me.

Of course, where would the fun be if I used all this power to solve problems in the snap of my fingers?

As soon as their hand touches her, Briar flinches away like a spider had just landed on her shoulder.

Dotty however, eagerly turns to face them.

"Oh god, wow, okay. Hate that. Don't do it again."

"Shadow!! What brings you here? Are you like a ghost? Do you get summoned when people talk about you?"

"Terrifying."

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Well, I guess I may be a bit imposing to some.

Though, I'm curious, isn't there supposed to be three of you?

Does he not know it's rude to not greet a guest?

"How you are doing that" you ask? Why, that's quite simple Briar.

-This time, the voice is clearly heard from behind them, as a hand is placed on Briar's shoulder, and a masked face leans in beside them-

Omnipresent, omnipotent, and omniscient are all words that can be used to describe me.

Of course, where would the fun be if I used all this power to solve problems in the snap of my fingers?

As soon as their hand touches her, Briar flinches away like a spider had just landed on her shoulder.

Dotty however, eagerly turns to face them.

"Oh god, wow, okay. Hate that. Don't do it again."

"Shadow!! What brings you here? Are you like a ghost? Do you get summoned when people talk about you?"

"Terrifying."

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Really, even with the mask on?

What of me could even be remotely intimidating, apart from I'd guess the lack of light reflecting off my fur.

It's not as if I wear some grand and powerful looking clothes, These are practically just rags.

-It seems someone has forgotten about their unnatural amount of tails flowing behind them-

"How you are doing that" you ask? Why, that's quite simple Briar.

-This time, the voice is clearly heard from behind them, as a hand is placed on Briar's shoulder, and a masked face leans in beside them-

Omnipresent, omnipotent, and omniscient are all words that can be used to describe me.

Of course, where would the fun be if I used all this power to solve problems in the snap of my fingers?

As soon as their hand touches her, Briar flinches away like a spider had just landed on her shoulder.

Dotty however, eagerly turns to face them.

"Oh god, wow, okay. Hate that. Don't do it again."

"Shadow!! What brings you here? Are you like a ghost? Do you get summoned when people talk about you?"

"Terrifying."

[ask-afoxesshadow]

A little scared, sure, you can go with that.

You were on the verge of tears, and made the assumption I was going to kill you just from seeing my eyes.

For you knowledge, I didn't do anything, I merely asked if anything had happened to her while she was lost.

Luckily for me, I didn't have to deal with much aftermath, the mention of strawberry shortcake seemed to simply flick a switch in you.

"How you are doing that" you ask? Why, that's quite simple Briar.

-This time, the voice is clearly heard from behind them, as a hand is placed on Briar's shoulder, and a masked face leans in beside them-

Omnipresent, omnipotent, and omniscient are all words that can be used to describe me.

Of course, where would the fun be if I used all this power to solve problems in the snap of my fingers?

As soon as their hand touches her, Briar flinches away like a spider had just landed on her shoulder.

Dotty however, eagerly turns to face them.

"Oh god, wow, okay. Hate that. Don't do it again."

"Shadow!! What brings you here? Are you like a ghost? Do you get summoned when people talk about you?"

"Terrifying."

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No, I'm not.

Could I be seen in a form that wasn't shrouded in shadows, I'd say I fair on the more handsome side.

But currently, the biggest reason is the last time I was near Dotty without my mask on, She had a fucking panic attack.

And frankly, I do not see a reason to deal with that again.

"How you are doing that" you ask? Why, that's quite simple Briar.

-This time, the voice is clearly heard from behind them, as a hand is placed on Briar's shoulder, and a masked face leans in beside them-

Omnipresent, omnipotent, and omniscient are all words that can be used to describe me.

Of course, where would the fun be if I used all this power to solve problems in the snap of my fingers?

As soon as their hand touches her, Briar flinches away like a spider had just landed on her shoulder.

Dotty however, eagerly turns to face them.

"Oh god, wow, okay. Hate that. Don't do it again."

"Shadow!! What brings you here? Are you like a ghost? Do you get summoned when people talk about you?"

"Terrifying."

[ask-afoxesshadow]

One question at a time Dotty.

What brings me here? Nothing in particular, there hasn't been all to much activity recently, so I decided to do something myself.

Am I like a ghost? Well, depends on which definition of ghost you use. Am I a spirit? no. A faint shadowy trace or a disembodied soul? That's a bit more accurate.

Do I get summoned when people talk about me? No, but I am quite aware when I'm talked about, so I always check to see what's being said.

"How you are doing that" you ask? Why, that's quite simple Briar.

-This time, the voice is clearly heard from behind them, as a hand is placed on Briar's shoulder, and a masked face leans in beside them-

Omnipresent, omnipotent, and omniscient are all words that can be used to describe me.

Of course, where would the fun be if I used all this power to solve problems in the snap of my fingers?

As soon as their hand touches her, Briar flinches away like a spider had just landed on her shoulder.

Dotty however, eagerly turns to face them.

"Oh god, wow, okay. Hate that. Don't do it again."

"Shadow!! What brings you here? Are you like a ghost? Do you get summoned when people talk about you?"

"Terrifying."

[ask-afoxesshadow]

It was not a choice I made from being wise, I am simply not interested in senseless slaughter. Though staying on the good side of the more interesting among the realms is always a good choice.

I will make note, you may want to pick through Dotty's mind at some point, though not with that crown of yours.

I suspect they may be heavily repressing something from their past, as they had a... unique reaction to my presence at first.

With my job done, I leave you with an invitation. If you ever find yourself fatigued while on a crusade, or simply looking for a peaceful cup of tea, you are welcome to come visit my abode, Shepard. You need only the intention to visit, and it shall find you before you find it.

-With this, the shadow vanishes, leaving only a dark mist where they once stood-

Briar has been following The Shepard from a distance. She keeps almost walking up to them, only to change her mind at the last second and turn back. Yet, she doesn't leave their proximity. Clearly wanting to tell them something, but unsure if she should.

Finally, after awkwardly following them around for far too long, she works up the courage to talk to them.

"Lamb, may I have a word with you?"

She looks more worried than usual, and too nervous to meet their gaze.

- [ @disciplesofthelamb ]

They have noticed for a while how their disciple seems to be following them around. It is a bit strange for Briar... she usually is more direct when she has something to say to them. The Lamb did intent on asking her what is on her mind once they are done with this list of tasks... though it seems she did find courage to speak first after all.

"Ah, of course, Briar. What is it that has you so anxious?"

They ask with a patient smile, not yet reading their disciples mind and instead letting her speak for herself first.

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I am simply known as 'The shadow' to most.

As for where you third disciple is, they are right here with me.

-Saying this, the shadow takes a rather large step to the side, revealing Dotty, who had quickly hidden behind them upon learning of the two sets of footsteps approaching them-

Rest assured lamb, your disciple is unharmed, as if my intentions were to harm them, they would already be residing in a shallow grave.

Briar has been following The Shepard from a distance. She keeps almost walking up to them, only to change her mind at the last second and turn back. Yet, she doesn't leave their proximity. Clearly wanting to tell them something, but unsure if she should.

Finally, after awkwardly following them around for far too long, she works up the courage to talk to them.

"Lamb, may I have a word with you?"

She looks more worried than usual, and too nervous to meet their gaze.

- [ @disciplesofthelamb ]

They have noticed for a while how their disciple seems to be following them around. It is a bit strange for Briar... she usually is more direct when she has something to say to them. The Lamb did intent on asking her what is on her mind once they are done with this list of tasks... though it seems she did find courage to speak first after all.

"Ah, of course, Briar. What is it that has you so anxious?"

They ask with a patient smile, not yet reading their disciples mind and instead letting her speak for herself first.

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-As the two approach Dotty's voice, a second, unfamiliar voice can be heard-

I believe it's too late for that, I heard two sets of footsteps coming our way.

-Shortly, the two groups meet up, as they were both heading towards each other, yet Dotty is nowhere to be seen- -The fox-like shadow nods both to The Shepard and Briar-

Greetings Shepard, Second disciple.

I believe the two of you lost a raccoon recently, did you not?

Briar has been following The Shepard from a distance. She keeps almost walking up to them, only to change her mind at the last second and turn back. Yet, she doesn't leave their proximity. Clearly wanting to tell them something, but unsure if she should.

Finally, after awkwardly following them around for far too long, she works up the courage to talk to them.

"Lamb, may I have a word with you?"

She looks more worried than usual, and too nervous to meet their gaze.

- [ @disciplesofthelamb ]

They have noticed for a while how their disciple seems to be following them around. It is a bit strange for Briar... she usually is more direct when she has something to say to them. The Lamb did intent on asking her what is on her mind once they are done with this list of tasks... though it seems she did find courage to speak first after all.

"Ah, of course, Briar. What is it that has you so anxious?"

They ask with a patient smile, not yet reading their disciples mind and instead letting her speak for herself first.

[ask-afoxesshadow]

Perhaps, if we're lucky, the lamb will be unaware of your disappearance, and you can simply return to your duties with few being the wiser.

Either way, a long walk is ahead of us.

Dotty decides to celebrate the holiday with her favorite activity: A nature walk in the woods that surround the cult.

She had done it many times before, she practically knew the place like the back of her hand. Many of the nearby trees were marked by her, as she enjoyed making her own little trails.

But she decided to try something new today, going in a direction that she had not yet explored that well...

This was proven to be a mistake once she started to realize that she no longer recognized her surroundings, and that she had been walking in circles for the past 10 minutes.

"... C'mon Dotty, get your head on straight..."

She glances around, trying to remember which direction she first came from.

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-laughter can be heard in the background as dotty catches up to the shadow, sounding like it came from the baker and the sitter... i wonder why?-

Oh, I unfortunately doubt the lamb will be very pleased, and I believe they aren't the only person concerned about your whereabouts.

All the more reason we should make haste with out walk.

Dotty decides to celebrate the holiday with her favorite activity: A nature walk in the woods that surround the cult.

She had done it many times before, she practically knew the place like the back of her hand. Many of the nearby trees were marked by her, as she enjoyed making her own little trails.

But she decided to try something new today, going in a direction that she had not yet explored that well...

This was proven to be a mistake once she started to realize that she no longer recognized her surroundings, and that she had been walking in circles for the past 10 minutes.

"... C'mon Dotty, get your head on straight..."

She glances around, trying to remember which direction she first came from.

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[ask-afoxesshadow]

Don't worry, you haven't caused any troubles

Come on now, I'm not sure how long the walk will be, but there's quite a distance between here and the Lamb's ground.

-The shadow begins walking towards the exit, signaling to dotty for her to follow-

Well, it was nice to meet a new face!

Agreed, hope you get home safely!

... Try not to kill anyone on your way there, shadow.

Try not to burn down my fucking house, wizard.

Dotty decides to celebrate the holiday with her favorite activity: A nature walk in the woods that surround the cult.

She had done it many times before, she practically knew the place like the back of her hand. Many of the nearby trees were marked by her, as she enjoyed making her own little trails.

But she decided to try something new today, going in a direction that she had not yet explored that well...

This was proven to be a mistake once she started to realize that she no longer recognized her surroundings, and that she had been walking in circles for the past 10 minutes.

"... C'mon Dotty, get your head on straight..."

She glances around, trying to remember which direction she first came from.

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-Seeing dotty finish, the shadow looks at their still partly full cup of tea, shrugs, and stands from their seat, still holding the cup-

If you're finished, shall we begin getting you back to your home?

leaving already? you usually have more than that, what am i going to do with all these extra pancakes??

More fo-

What you can do is keep them warm, I'll be back shortly, this shouldn't take long.

awwwww man.... dammit.

Alright, will do!

Dotty decides to celebrate the holiday with her favorite activity: A nature walk in the woods that surround the cult.

She had done it many times before, she practically knew the place like the back of her hand. Many of the nearby trees were marked by her, as she enjoyed making her own little trails.

But she decided to try something new today, going in a direction that she had not yet explored that well...

This was proven to be a mistake once she started to realize that she no longer recognized her surroundings, and that she had been walking in circles for the past 10 minutes.

"... C'mon Dotty, get your head on straight..."

She glances around, trying to remember which direction she first came from.

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[ask-afoxesshadow]

Lots of practice, effort, and only the highest quality of ingredients, sourced directly from the farmer's hands!

We've all agreed to not question why they need a dedicated magic circle in their room, so long as they keep making high quality foods, no one really cares either.

I don't know what you're talking about, those magic circles can get expensive to maintain!

Well, lucky you that we help with the maintenance costs, we all benefit from keeping it up!

If you couldn't tell, none of them ever run out of things to say.

Rude.

Perhaps, but none of you would say it's untrue.

...

(I, the narrator, find it appropriate to mention they are all doing actions, but its mostly just... eating, or cooking, so most actions will be ignored, lest these walls of text grow even larger.)

Dotty decides to celebrate the holiday with her favorite activity: A nature walk in the woods that surround the cult.

She had done it many times before, she practically knew the place like the back of her hand. Many of the nearby trees were marked by her, as she enjoyed making her own little trails.

But she decided to try something new today, going in a direction that she had not yet explored that well...

This was proven to be a mistake once she started to realize that she no longer recognized her surroundings, and that she had been walking in circles for the past 10 minutes.

"... C'mon Dotty, get your head on straight..."

She glances around, trying to remember which direction she first came from.

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