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Fortunately, it was a smaller assignment. It only took me an hour. But still, it was such an inconvenience to have to do. She claimed that she sent out the assignment in order to teach us to check our email more, but sometimes there are reasons that we don't check our emails. If I had decided to go to bed early last night, I would've been straight out of luck. I don't know if filing a complaint is worth it, I don't know whether or not she punished those who didn't do it. It all just seems so unfair. If she does something like this again, I might have to do something about it.

Well, at least we're all clueless.

I'm 125, and I was allowed to donate.

My English Professor literally just now emailed me an assignment I have to have completed before I get to tomorrows class. Which is in twelve hours. YOU CAN"T GIVE US AN ASSIGNMENT ON SUCH SHORT NOTICE! And here I was hoping I might be able to get to bed early today, but guess not.

Any idea on how Rook could fit into things? I honestly have no idea where to start.

After what has been way to long of a wait, Chapter Five is finally finished! There has been one slight adjustment made. In Chapter Four, Asli, Adnam, and Sull run back inside in order to rescue Rared and Jarbly. I have changed this. I had originally planned for Asli and company to run inside and encounter Spadille and company, but I've decided that I wanted to take this in a different direction. Rared and Jarbly are safe, and they met their family outside. I hope you all enjoy Chapter Five!

Unfortunately, voting closed at noon.

I'm trying not to rant, but this is absolute bull. I'm willing to bet that somebody on the side of Legolas and Gimli were using something to vote multiple times. And why did the Malazan fans all vote against us? Ugh, I'm just really mad right now, but I can't say the things going through my head without being banned. And Titan, this is in no way your fault. We all did the best that we could. We advertised it in the Random thread, we have several different threads for it, and in the end it was sadly not enough. As you said, it was a valiant effort. Also, if Sevro and Darrow lose I'm going to flip out.

Try and get your family members and friends to vote. Hey, it might work.

I've done all that I can. I voted on my phone, computer, and every computer in the computer lab in the dorm building I'm staying in. This is a real shame, Vin and Elend got robbed by the Malazan fanbase, it appears. We still have a chance, but it is growing slimmer and slimmer. Please, if you haven't yet voted, PLEASE go and do so!

Two hours are still left in the voting period. Everybody please go and vote! We aren't losing by that much, if we all rally together we still might be able to pull this off!

As of right now, Vin and Elend are tied 50/50

Right now it's at 53% Vin and Elend, 47% Legolas and Gimli. It also looks like the link isn't going directly to the fight, but it is easy to find on the site.

Yep. It's ridiculous that it is as close as it is.

For those of you who don't know, Vin and Elend are in a "Cage Match," where they fight other characters from popular books. They are currently in the semi-finals, buy their lead is falling fast. It would be awesome if we could help get them to the finals. If you haven't already, go and vote for them! Here is the link to where you can go vote: http://suvudu.com/2016/03/cage-match-2016-round-4-legolas-and-gimli-vs-vin-and-elend-venture.html Let's get them to the finals Voting closes at 11:59 a.m tomorrow.

Maybe post it in the General Discussion thread, so we can attract that whole crowd? Or simply advertise it in the Random Discussion thread?

Well knowing how manipulative and cruel Sadeas and Ialai are, anybody want to take guesses on the child's name? I'm thinking Joffrey.

Looks like Vin and Elend's lead is slipping. We really need to spread the word of this fight, and get as many Sharders to vote as we can.

Oh man, Skyrim is about to feel the might of the Survivor of Hathsin.

Grihff's eyes darted around, attempting to find whoever had ambushed him. Whoever it was must have been following him for some time, waiting for the opportune moment to attack. A second bolt struck out against the darkness, but Grihff was ready with his ward. Birds nesting in the trees scattered in flocks, the flapping of their wings echoed alongside crack of lightning. A figure emerged from the shadows of the trees. Grihff took a few steps back out of pure shock. A Dragon Cultist. "It was unwise to reveal yourself, fool. You cannot stand against the might of the dragons. You will pay for the crimes you've committed." Sparks appeared in his hands as he prepared to attack. There's no use talking your way out of this one. He's here for my head. So be it. "You label me fool, but I am not the one who challenges someone who killed one of their kings." All those who hunted him made a grave error in underestimating Grihff. Never before had they been Dragon Cultists, but some had been strong. Grihff could cause complete and utter chaos when he desired, and he would create as much havoc as he needed to in order to get away from this fight. The Cultist responded with something unintelligible, and Grihff almost assumed the man was mad. Then, he was suddenly thrown backwards, crashing against the trunk of a tree. Before Grihff could stand, the Priest was already there with a bound sword in his hand. He slashed at Grihff, and he barely had enough time to role out of the way. He lept to his feet before the Cultist could strike again, and he launched a fireball in an attempt to buy some time and let his fuzzy vision clear. Perhaps I underestimate my enemies too. I should've figured he'd have access to some Dragon Shouts. The man easily dodged the ball of fire, countering with another bolt of lightning. But Grihff had regained composure, and he absorbed it with his ward. I can't keep wasting energy on wards. I need to hit back. Grihff cast Ebonyflesh, and charged the man while conjuring a bound sword. For awhile Grihff and the Priest went back and forth with the swords, but it was clear who the better swordsman was. Grihff was being pushed back farther and farther after each blow he blocked. This isn't working, he thought desperately. He dispelled his sword and weaved around one of the Dragon Cultist's swings, running past the man, into the forest. He stopped after a short distance, now that he was in the forest and not an open space, perhaps he stood a chance. The Cultist chuckled as he caught up to Grihff. "How you managed to kill one of the lords, I do not understand." He shot bolt after bolt at Grihff, slowly walking towards him. "Get back!" Grihff yelled. He let go of his ward, which allowed a bolt to graze his arm. It stung, but Ebonyflesh negated most of the damage. Grihff brought up both of his hands, and dual-cast Incinerate. The blast left at an incredibly high velocity, knocking the man back. Some of the flames burned blue. He laughed menacingly. "You want to know how I killed one of your precious lords?" He growled madly, as he threw back his hood. He looked at the Cultist with piercing white eyes. "I'll show you." He pointed his hand at the burnt ground at his side, and summoned a Dremora Lord. "Another who seeks death!" It yelled. The being drew its greatsword, and charged the Cultist. If he could have looked shocked behind that mask, Grihff was willing to bet that he was. Grihff could have probably made his escape as the Dremora Lord and the Cultist fought. But he was in a state of fury, he wanted this man to pay for his arrogance. He stumbled, summoning the Dremora had taken a great deal of energy. He quickly took out a potion from his pocket, replenishing it. He stormed the Cultist, charging a bolt of lightning in one hand. As the man guarded himself from the Dremora, Grihff stuck his hand on his chest, and released the bolt. He flew backwards, rolling on the hard, frozen ground. He quickly rose, and yelled that strange word again. Even with his ward, Grihff was pushed back. His feet dragged along the ground, leaving a skid mark where he had been pushed. The Dremora flew back as well, but rose and prepared to fight again. It's time to end this. Grihff spotted an old tree with a hollow at the base of it's trunk. The hollow looked large enough for a man to fit inside. He knew what he had to do. He summoned a whirlwind of fire that cloaked him, and ran at the cultist. The Dremora charged as well, and together they pushed the cultist back, towards the hollow of the tree. The Dragon Cultist strained against their blows, he was on the defensive now. Grihff attacked like a madman, with a cloak of fire, throwing blast after blast of heat. What an intimidating figure he must have been, a flurry of dancing flames. Before he realized it, the cultist was backed up in the hollow of the dying tree. Grihff laughed a lunatic's laugh. "That's you grave," he proclaimed. Before the priest could act, Grihff covered the entrance to the tree with ash, sealing the Dragon Cult member inside. He dispelled the Dremora. "There could be no other end," it muttered as it disappeared. He then conjured a flame atronach as a replacement. Together, the two of them coated the dead tree in fire, burning the cultist alive. The flame atronach vanished. Grihff knelt down in exhaustion, breathing heavily, taking in the scene of fire eating the dying tree alive. Even through the ash shell, Grihff could hear the cultist's screams. Grihff had to get away. He was low on energy, and he didn't know if the cultist had brought friends. Even if he was alone, this fire could probably be seen for miles. Grihff muffled his footsteps, turned invisible, and ran as fast as his tired body could manage. Grihff hadn't even made it a mile when thunder shook the night sky. Rain followed soon after. He cursed under his breath, and looked back towards the fire. Even this far away, and it still burned bright. But the rain would soon extinguish it. He couldn't possibly have survived, could he? Grihff wasn't completely sure, but he couldn't afford to risk going back to check. He mustered the little strength he had left, and continued on to Riften.

Hey Silver, should there be a little bit of dialogue between Ausar and Grihff? Or do you think they should just jump straight into the fight?

With a full stomach and plenty of energy, Grihff gathered what few items he had and prepared to set off on the road. He had just finished his prayer to Azura along with Aranea and Siris. He was eager to leave, he didn't enjoy staying in one place for more than he needed to, lest he attract attention. He stopped by the fire that Aranea had been using, It still burned strong, despite the chill in the air. He set down a handful of coins next to the popping embers, along with a note. For the fish, it said. The coins probably weren't necessary, she likely hadn't expected anything in return. But she had been kind, all things considered. Most people wouldn't have cooked a meal for someone who had been sneaking up on them moments before. Many would consider it odd that an experienced thief would leave payment for something that required none, but it didn't bother Grihff. He had more gold then we thought he'd ever need. A thought then occurred to him. It has been far too long since I have stolen something. Grihff could only chuckle. One of the most skilled thieves in Skyrim, and I haven't stolen anything of value in weeks. He needed something to satiate his desire for thievery. ​A jewel in a manor, a gem in a pocket. Anything will do. Perhaps I could head back to the Guild, or even Nightingale Hall. Perhaps I could find a job somewhere. He made his way back to the shrine, where Aranea and Siris still stood. "I'd like to thank you for the meal," he said. "I've left you something at the fire, a small token of my appreciation. I now must make my leave, it was a pleasure meeting both of you." Siris nodded to him, as he shook his hand. Aranea only looked at him suspiciously. She had been doing that a lot tonight. She'd likely be relieved when he was finally gone. "Goodbye," he continued, as he left the shrine. Grihff had journeyed for miles, on his way towards Riften. He moved at a decent pace, eager to arrive at his destination before sunrise. If he hurried, he might be able to make it. He halted as he crested the top of a small hill. He admired the night sky, and the bright stars that inhabited it. Grihff had always been fascinated by the night sky, and the unsolvable mysteries it contained. His breath frosted as he gazed at the expanse of darkness, when a strike of lightning disturbed the quiet of the night. Grihff's ward went up immediately, shielding him from the bolt, and he turned quickly to find his attacker.

I thought it was really good, a fine introduction to what will hopefully be a fun RP. Valran seems pretty cool. So is this going to be spread out across the galaxy, or should we try and keep it at a certain few planets?

I'm ready. I'll hopefully get my first post in tomorrow. Looking forward to exploring the galaxy with you guys

I might be able to get the post in later today, but I have to drive for a while and write an essay, so no promises.