[NIGHTRUNNER CHANNEL] D14

[chronosynthesis]

Nightrunners? This is Syrlya. [He clears his throat, quickly working out that faint nervousness in his tone so he can talk strongly and clearly over the radio.]

I understand the assault CY-Ren went poorly. Lambert is currently incapacitated, but alive, and has requested that I take over while he assesses the damage. However, at least Lavellan and Childermass are missing--if not more. I need all of you to report in now so I know who is still present.

First, was there anyone else at the concert itself? I want to know in more detail what happened, what CY-Ren is capable of, and where it went wrong.

Second--[A pause.] There was a Summer Fae by the name of Nightshade spotted at the concert, although she reportedly stayed away from the stage. You already heard the warning when we first arrived, so you know how troubling it is that they're present when we've obtained the Blue Rose. She works for the Rose Queen, but we do not want any of them to get a hold of it. Everyone should keep their eyes open, but those that are particularly sensitive or knowledgeable in signs of Fae need to keep a close eye on the carnival's borders.

[The last thing they need is Fae sneaking in when their attention is on their missing carnival members outside. He just hopes most of them are here.]

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[kingsroads]

I'm here. I didn't attend the concert, however, so I can't answer that part.

[ and....that's all from Strange! His voice is carefully controlled, like he's trying his hardest not to show any emotion. ]

[chronosynthesis]

Strange. [There's a bit of relief. That's one of them, and more importantly one of them whose abilities he needs.]

Your scrying--how quickly can you do it? Does it require a long set up for every person you look for, or can you do it in seconds?

[kingsroads]

I can do it rather quickly—and I've started already. Lavellan, Childermass, Taako, and Papyrus all are missing. We're also down a few more supervisors: Carly and West. Something odd's happening when I try to look for Peridot, but it's a different sort of odd than when I look for the others.

[ trying to scry for a poofed gem gets you some weirdass results. ]

When I scry for those except Peridot, I can't tell where they are. All I'm getting is blackness.

[chronosynthesis]

So whatever it is is hiding them. [That seems like a bad thing, but somehow Syrlya doesn't sound it.

It actually gives them a definite sign of who's been taken and who hasn't.] I want you to continue to do that for everyone in the carnival and tell me who you can't find.

Your spell does not give any sort of warning that someone is being watched, does it?

[kingsroads]

Of course, I'll simply try to recall every member in the carnival off the top of my head, [ Strange snaps. yeah, that trying to control his emotions only lasted a good hot five seconds. ] Get me a list and I'll go through it.

[ At Syrlya's other question, however, Strange makes a little noise of disapproval. ] It doesn't. Keep in mind that most of my magic was developed when England only had a handful of magicians to begin with.

[chronosynthesis]

[There's a pause.] There isn't already a list? With the Ringmaster, maybe?

[He at least keeps his own frustration carefully out of his tone, instead speaking evenly.]

Then I would like you to look for CY-Ren and Nightshade as well, if possible.

[kingsroads]

If I knew about a list, would I be asking you in the first place?

[ grump grump grump, bitch moan bitch. ]

Of course I'm going to try to look for Nightshade. [ and CY-Ren too, buddy.... ] Though if she's retreated to her own realm, it won't be much use.

[chronosynthesis]

We won't know until we try. [And it's very easy for Strange to report to Syrlya when they share the same trailer.

Maybe later he can ask what has Strange in such a sour mood, but right now he has other priorities.] I'll get your list. Let me know what you find.

[kingsroads]

I'll keep you and Lambert informed.