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[firstworldproblem]

Do let me know when you find out. I am curious if he was actually created or was he simply a shell, a reflection much like the Primals are.

[deicider]

If a Primal is a reflection, how is it that you came to summon Zodiark specifically? He doesn't see like a being Ascians would normally gravitate to.

[firstworldproblem]

Zodiark and Hydaelyn are different being made of the first people. The energy that went into their creation no longer exists.

Zodiark specifically was created to break the laws of reality, a will given to the star itself.

[deicider]

But why is it fear that he feeds off of?

[firstworldproblem]

It doesn't feed off it. Creation magic is an extension of one's will. When one gets distracted some inconsequential side effects can occur. For example, if I was trying to make a bouquet of roses and was contemplating the night sky, I might end up with with flowers made of stardust instead.

Fear preys on our ability to keep focus so when it does take root, it does to disastrous effects.

[deicider]

That sounds lovely.

So the fact that you were all frightened when you summoned Zodiark had a negative effect. Can that be fixed?

[firstworldproblem]

We were running out of options, but not frightened enough to distraction when summoning Zodiark. It was a careful calculation done with the upmost precaution we could muster with the time available. We wouldn't sacrifice half of our people on a plan we would not think would work. Not that we were all going to live anyway, had we not summoned him.

The fear merely accelerated the Final Days creating beasts and monsters and other devastations to contend with. Though even without fear, it would have come to the same conclusion.

Though I am curious. What do you mean by 'fixed'?

[deicider]

I remember when we were transported to the Amuarot in your mind and Cosmo's. I thought the fear was an affect of Zodiark - something he fed off of.

Why were people opposed to him, if he was the only option? Because of the tempering?

[firstworldproblem]

That was the star dying. The fear that feed your mind. That is what Zodiark was created to protect against.

[He pauses, thinking for quite a bit before speaking.]

It was after. After His Lord and Grace thus did save everyone. His creation only stopped the star from dying, but to bring about more life? To revive that what was lost was to require more and more aether.

It was a question of how the star should continue on that divided us. There were those that thought Lord Zodiark was not the answer. But what they created was far worse in the end.

[deicider]

[Cardinal strokes his side in comfort.]

Hydaelyn, right? But I don't understand, isn't that the exact same problem? Hydaelyn would need aether, too.

[firstworldproblem]

[He laughs bitterly.]

Don't ask me. I did not endorse this foolish plan nor do I understand the reasoning behind it.

[deicider]

It's hard for me to think of half your people as fools. And even if Zodiark had a down side, you'd be unable to recognize it.

[firstworldproblem]

Downside or not, we didn't shatter everyone. Why bother with trying to prevent the Final Days if that was to be their final result?

[deicider]

[They shake their head.]

I'm sorry, I shouldn't be theorizing over such a sensitive topic.

[firstworldproblem]

I know you do not mean it in malice which is why we can have a conversation at all, but that doesn't mean I won't snip as it is a sore subject. And perhaps these questions are worthy of answers, but in the end I can't find myself to care.

[deicider]

Someone should care. Just in case.

[They sit up a bit.]

But it's still poor recompense for helping me relax. Would you like me to see about your back?

[firstworldproblem]

I will leave it in your capable hands then.

[He can't help but shakes his head with a laugh.]

Cardinal Chases Dawn, you are my friend. One that I am dearly attached to. You do not owe me anything but your presence and hopefully a smile for caring for you.

[deicider]

[Cardinal lightly cups his face and kisses him again, lingering and warmly affectionate. Emet-Selch can feel the curve of their smile.]

[firstworldproblem]

[He does and he appreciates it while kissing back lightly.]

Better. Being doted on suits you in small quantities. Ever did you too much energy to stay still.

[deicider]

It's rare to find someone entertaining enough to keep me still.

[firstworldproblem]

I am rather charming. And modest.

[deicider]

You are. Charming is the least of yourself qualities.

[firstworldproblem]

You just like to flatter.

Stay the night here. The bed is large enough for four and I'm not even certain Cosmo will be here or with Vergil tonight.

[deicider]

I like to enjoy you.

[They huff lightly and burrow their face against Emet-Selch's chest, well away from them scar. Don't tease them!]

Don't complain when I get up early.

[firstworldproblem]

I will absolutely complain and demand you turn off any lights and shut the curtains. Honestly, you must know me by now.