A new man, a new ally?

[Paul Grimm]

It is a few days after Tarabara's end. A nice day now that the enviorment had been repaired. The sun was high in the sky when a figure appeared, cresting a small hill a ways from the city. The sun glints off of the silver armor that he wears and hehas a backpack fileld with gear on his back. Following him at a distance is a large gray wolf, silently following him at the same pace.

He looks up and see's the gated city ahead of him, the castle rising above it. He smiles and continues forward. As he nears the city a more acturate view of him becomes possible. His most distinguishing feature is his snow white hair, coming down to eye level, hanging unkept but no unruly. On his side rests a sword, the hilt crafted of fine gold and intricitly carved, though this is only seen once he reaches the gate.

Something else also becomes visible as he reaches the gate. His eyes, which are a deep yellow. His face has soft set features, though as the light chnges as he walks through shadows it takes on an almost wolfish look to it.

He reaches the gate and knocks, waiting for a answer, the wolf taking a seat behind him.

[hibryd]

hibryd, who happens to be travelling along the length of the wall when the man knocks, looks down at the gate upon hearing the sound.

"Who's down there? What do you want here in Noma?"

After all the hostilities from the last few days, someone needs to make sure of the man's worth.

[Paul Grimm]

The man looks up at the strange sight of a man that greeted him. His hair 2 diffrent colors, and such a contrast. None the less the man answered.
"Just a knight looking for work sir. I saw this keep and was wondering if I may speak with the Captain of the Guard?"
The man's voice was loud and tuff, but not harsh. It had an almost warth to it.

[hibryd]

hibryd is unsure of whether to let him in or not.

"Wait there a moment." He calls down, turning away from the wall and heading for the barracks. Palin walks up to him from the opposite direction.

"Palin, there is a man waiting to see the Captain of the Guard at the gate. Do not let him in until I arrive with the Captain."

Palin bows his head and says, "Of course, Master. Nothing shall be done against your will."

Palin walks over to where hibryd was standing andd shouts down, "A moment, sir. My master is summoning the Captain. I do not believe you shall be waiting long."

[Paul Grimm]

The man nods, pleased. He sits down and holds his hand out, the wolf walking over. It sits near him and he pets it for a moment, waiting.

[paladinchambers]

Lindsay, Airtos, and Nepthys at Hybrid's request, came to meet the man. "Are you the captain of this town. "Yes, my name is Lindsay Dobson. I am the general of Noma but am also acting as the commander in chief in leave of my king. These are my very dear friends Airtos and Nepthys. Now what is it that you needed to talk to me about?

[Paul Grimm]

The man stands. He entends a hand, smiling.
"Good to meet you, Captain Lindsay. I am looking for work. I am a former Captain of the Guard and head of the King's special guard in my former kingdom. My name is Zack Baine."

[paladinchambers]

Well Mr. Baine, you wouldn't want to work here. This land may seem peaceful, but we are often the targets of calamity. Not to mention, this is a land of amazons. We tend to like to keep the male population to a minimum. But if you are looking for work. you can talk to Captain Vulkin in Flur. They are a little less sexist then we are. I like your dog by the way."

[Paul Grimm]

"From what I have heard you are in the middle of warwith an unknown nation that uses Magic, monsters, and people with strange powers at there disposal and they have all been flung at you. On top of that there is a man who resembles your king that is hunting him down, not to mention this place's history. I have already been to seen Captain Vulkin, and he was the one who directed me here. If it is my abilities you are questioning, I will be more than happy to give a demonstration. As for the Amazoness part, I could live on the outskirts, not even in the city. As for my dog, he is simply a wolf that follows me whether I want him to or not, though he has saved my life on a few occasions." Zack replies, in a very humble and polite tone.

[paladinchambers]

Lindsay is not too hip on the idea of just letting anyone in, but if Vulkin trusted him, then she would give him a chance. Vulkin had an uncanny talent for weeding out liars. "Well, there is a shack that was being used by some kids. He's gone now. I suppose you can stay there until a place can be made for you. As for the time being, you may help yourself to any food stands or shops here, but the castle, graveyard, and other amazon houses are forbidden." We still have alot of leftovers from Tarabara night, so you can find lots of sovieners and food around."

[Paul Grimm]

The man bows.
"Thank you, Captain Lindsay." The man begins making his way to the indicated shack, the wolf following closely behind.

[Atrentis]

Suddenly screams are heard, and in mere moments the calm suny day is turned ugly. As Lindsay and company watch the plains before them, stange green portals appear and out of them swarm the enemies. The day after a holiday they have attacked!
(Continued in Main Gate)

[AshAvalon]

Ash hears the commotion outside. "What is going on?" he rushes to the window. He sees the start of a new wave of attacks. "Oh no, my wives! The village! Ash prepares to go out and aid in the fight, but then, his entire body feels it's on fire. He collaspes crying out in pain. "NO! Not again! *Ash, you have interfered with my plans for the last time.* said a familiar voice in his head. "Zeal, you bitch!!!" yells Ash. He tries to get up and fight Zeal's influence, but he can feel his conciousness losing. He is still fighting. After a few mintues, dark vapor engulfs Ash and when it disappears, Ash is covered with dark armor. *You still want to fight huh? I guess I'll just have to hurt you in the process* said Zeal in his head. *You're the black knight, you almost back to your evil self again* Ash hears a commotion in back of him. Rictor is there and he just cut the dungeon door in half. He is looking at Ash with a solemn look. "Well, well, if is isn't my sister's handsome prophet" says a female voice coming from Ash's body. It was quite creepy to hear it coming form such a monterious form. "Zeal...so you're the reason behind my son's madness." "Why are you fighting here anyway. Why do you even want to help Taelia anyway? She dealt cruelly with you as well. She didn't even tell you she used you to make three children." taunted Zeal. "I'm not doing this for Taelia. I'm doing it for my son, now give him back!!" Ash tries to fight off the influence, but gets little edge. He screams a scary roar and charges Rictor. He swipes at Rictor with a heavy armored hand. Rictor parries it and quickly grabs hold of the arm. Then he violently starts to repeatly stab at Ash's side with the Excailber. After six stabs, he elbows the severed side hard, jumps over while still twisting the arm, turns around and impales Ash with the sword straight through his back. Ash is litterly hanging on the sword. Then Rictor throws him to the ground. After that, the armor falls off and Gon is left in it's place. The normally armored hide of Gon is covered with horrific injuries but he still gets up, vengence is in his eyes. But instead of fighting he turns his head and screams really loudly. It is so strong, it deafens Rictor and then Gon smashes a wall, and flees out of it. Rictor knows he can't follow with the current state of affairs. He rushes to regroup with Ash's wives and help Noma.