Farspeech stones

[forwearemany]

We are interested in available data on topics: magic, theology.

We are willing to provide compensation for data if desired.

Comments

[demonpuppy]

Uh, my science book has a chapter on magic? And I've got a book that's got stuff about using plants and stuff in spells.

[forwearemany]

We would be interested in reading both.

[crosslaced]

What kind of data?

[forwearemany]

Our knowledge is not sufficient to be certain of what is required.

Suggestion: Anything.

[ideismo]

I've studied a fair amount of magecraft and can cast well enough. I can explain how it works in my world of origin to some extent, though I'm not much of a teacher if that's what you're looking for.

Theology is a different matter. Again, it's something I've looked into, but I can only speak for my own world and not this one, and most of it would be relegated to stories and the like as opposed to actual proven fact.

Unfortunately, that's I have for now - explanations and the results of my own studies to the best of my remembrance.

[forwearemany]

All of this is acceptable: data on potential variation between worlds, and the difference between belief and reality is also valuable.

[ideismo]

Of course. Is there any way you would prefer this be done, then?

[...Like, are we just going to be doing this here and now, or.]

[forwearemany]

Our residence is located on the second islet. It is a suitable location for data transfer.

(That's usually where they do this sort of thing.)

[crosslaced]

I have magic, but no knowledge of how it functions. Can you work with that?

[he'd like to learn more about his magic too, honestly.]

[forwearemany]

Perhaps.

You are willing to engage in experimentation?

[crosslaced]

["Experimentation" strikes a poor chord with him, but he understands it's only the phrasing. Science has led to some poor results in his last game.]

..... I'm willing to consider it.

Do you want to continue on or is this more of a subject for face-to-face discussion?

[shatteredlenses]

I would be happy to explain how the magic of my world works to you, though I've found it works in a way quite unique from the magic of others I've spoken with. Outliers can both be helpful and distracting.

[Ignis laughs softly, before continuing in a more serious voice.]

We can speak on theology too if you wish, but I must warn you I'm rather biased when it comes to speaking of the gods from my world. I've learned quite a few unfavorable things about them since coming here.

[suspecteverything]

You’re going to have to be a little more specific than that. Both of those subjects are extensive, even within one single universe.

[littlemhigan]

I ain't a scholar by any stretch've the word, but I know a fair share about Aether...not so sure 'bout the other. What is it ye want te know?

[forwearemany]

(Legion doesn't notice.

That said, they're very much against the more nefarious types of experimentation, especially on fellow sophonts.)

The latter is more likely to be appropriate in this circumstance.

[journalname]

I would be happy to teach you about monster magic! And...well, I cannot say I know much about theology, but I can tell you about souls?

[He wouldn't personally draw a strong connection between the two, but people from other worlds sure seem to.]

[forwearemany]

Our knowledge of magic is not sufficient to increase specificity. On theology, we are primarily seeking direct experiences with higher beings, though we are also interested in history and beliefs.

[forwearemany]

As we are uncertain what will be of value, all data is welcome.

[shatteredlenses]

Personally, I've always felt all data has value. It's just a matter of finding what it is and where it fits.

[Considering his visual impairment and the fact he has no idea where Legion lives, Ignis doesn't make mention of coming to meet them. If a face-to-face meeting is so desired, he will let them bring it up.]

Where would you like to begin? Magic or theology?

[forwearemany]

What is your knowledge of souls?

(They have a goal which this does not further, but this topic is important to them: the question of whether the Geth have a soul has been at the core of their struggle to be considered worthy of continued existence.)

[forwearemany]

Many have offered data on magic. Data on theology is more scarce: we are curious what you have to say on the matter.

[shatteredlenses]

Theology it is then. Please feel free to ask any questions that cross your mind as I explain.

[There is a moment of silence while Ignis chooses where he wishes to begin and then does so, sticking to the basic facts at first. It's easier to keep his bias out of things that way.]

The gods of Eos are referred to collectively as the Astrals. You may also hear those of us from Eos referring to them as the Six.

[There is another momentary pause and when he continues, it's obvious he is quoting something very familiar to any who live upon his world.]

Titan, the Archaean, steadfast as stone.

Ramuh, the Fulgurian, sharp as lightning.

Shiva, the Glacian, gentle as snow.

Leviathan, the Hydraean, relentless as tides.

Bahamut, the Draconian, unbending as iron.

Ifrit, the Infernian, fickle as fire.

Since time immemorial, they have watched over Eos.

[ideismo]

Ah... Likewise, though it's a recent acquisition on my part.

[So. Neighbors, apparently. Charming.]

I'll gladly see you whenever you like, then.

[forwearemany]

Acknowledged.

(They had initially chosen the island for it's lack of population, though that has changed over time.)

We are the mechanical construct residing in the cottage decorated with drawings.

(It's possible that he may have seen Legion meticulously maintaining those same drawings. Even in the case of damage sufficient to destroy them, perfect memory enables them to be duplicated.)

We are currently available.

[ideismo]

Of course.

[...]

I won't ask for any compensation as far as goods or direct services go, though I'm wondering if you would find it acceptable for me to ask some questions of my own as well.