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Post by othus on Mar 26, 2020 22:10:55 GMT
"Well, I would certainly appreciate some traveling companions, I haven't ventured beyond this town. I'll gladly move along with you until I find the person I'm looking for. That is, if you'll have me."
When Asnofre made the illusion and transformed Nelle was in awe, that sort of magic was never seen before by her!
"Most impressive Messa Asnofre! I have only been here for a short while and I'm already witnessing incredible stuff happen!"
This was definitely a golden opportunity, with them by her side, her odds of finding the hero of Centris skyrocketted!
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Post by Fehafare on Mar 28, 2020 3:34:25 GMT
"A c-c-cub?" Asnofre was taken aback by the suggestion, so much so that she turned back into her human form on the spot as the illusion around them ended. Isidore almost immediately laughed, loudly and earnestly. His companion sphinx was red in the face and not saying anything. Isidore could sympathize with her. When he had ruled as Pharaoh it was naturally expected of him to produce offspring, the next god-king to rule the land. Of course Isidore himself never came around to it. Back then the suggestion would have startled him as well. Of course, sphinx had it worse. They were eternal creatures. Humans had but a single lifetime to reproduce and secure their lineage. For many their offspring would be the only legacy left to the world. Yet a sphinx may take its time before it produced another of its kind and it would never be too late. Asnofre in particular, Isidore though, considering her peculiar circumstances probably never even considered the possibility of having offspring.
"I-It's something I might consider someday... if the Pharaoh permits it." Asnofre said as she averted her gaze from her King. Isidore laughed once more. "Of course, of course. Whenever you wish." he said, both honestly and pointlessly, as he did not expect Asnofre to truly take him up on the offer any time soon. Still, he meant it. There were little wishes Asnofre could have which Isidore would not indulge, though the sphinx did not know that. Perhaps he should tell her, it's not as though he worried that she might abuse it.
Nelle made a proposition which was far less surprising than the mention of cubs however.
"Hm? I take no issues with another joining our traveling party." Isidore spoke as he looked at Nelle. "I don't imagine a knight would be a burden to us, and besides one ought to help where he can. Don't you agree Asnofre?" Isidore asked his companion confirming that she was okay with Nelle coming along just as much as he was. The sphinx was still somewhat out of it due to the previous comments made, but Isidore's voice snapped her out of it. "Oh, yes. Of course!" she said as she smiled at Nelle. Having another girl around would be nice and Nelle seemed rather interesting besides.
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Post by RedLenai on Mar 28, 2020 6:53:46 GMT
Well.. I don't mind another kid to take care of on my own search, we could even cover more ground for both! - Elatha said with a big smile before it turned into a more serious expression, it even seem it hurt her - But I must tell that I also have some stuff to deal with... Take back my Kingdom and son from a corrupted angel... - She said facing both Isidore and Nelle. If she could get into their good side to help her out then maybe that'll be a win for her, specially having Asnofre but she won't do anything that her Pharaoh didn't want to get involved in.
However she chuckled when the expression of the previously mentioned Sphinx changed entirely at the mention of it, and yes again, Isidore's thoughts were before her's - Well, you have the entire time of the world! I still have around 160 years left to have more, but I do want to have them before my 500's - She said casually while Andy stared at her, even if he didn't show it on his face, he was actually surprised. She seemed even younger... almost as if she were on her 25's... However, he also wanted to demonstrate the abilities his aunt had - Can you use some magic as well? To... um... Impress... her? - He said, obviously with certain doubt. If he himself had some magic he would have showed it to them, but sadly he didn't...
Elatha by other part just laughed as loud as Isidore did before - What's that trying to show off for 'em?! Hahaha aren't you just adorable? - She said gently grabbing both of his cheeks to let them go after a seconds of pinching them.
Well... I don't have some hidden form like her but I do have these - She said before a light blue tribal pattern appeared on her face, hands, arms and part of her cleavage - The color represents the Royal lineage, the pattern part of my history, personality and the ones at my arms are some spells I have sealed to don't have to remember 'em - She said with certain proud about the last one, clearly she wasn't a person that liked to do things in complicated ways.
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Post by othus on Mar 29, 2020 1:35:11 GMT
"Ohhh that is certainly beautiful!"- Nelle commented on Elatha's tribal patterns, once all was done, she addressed Isidore's and Asnofre's comments.
"Then it is decided! from this day on we are a group! As for your kingdom and son, Messa Elatha, I will assist you in taking them back. As soon as I find Callis Nomene you can count on me to help you with your noble task!"
Nelle was glad she could finally find people that understood her and wanted to help. She, in turn, wouldn't let them down.
"So, since we are going to be traveling as a group, where are we headed next? I believe I might need to get some of my stuff including my armor, as for the blade..."
Nelle set one hand on the flat part and it began to shine in a strong pink color
"Invisibilia!"- Nelle said and the blade disappeared along with the scabbard. once the enchantment was made, it didn't need any more mana to keep it active.
"I am ready"- She told her group.
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Post by Fehafare on Mar 30, 2020 0:50:22 GMT
As Ela showed off her tattoo Isidore let out a small pleased laughed. "I see, I see. Your story is etched onto your skin." Isidore mused as he rubbed his chin. If he recalled right, there were a couple of cultures around the world which did something similar. Asnofre was still shaken up from the cub comment, so much so that she didn't even pay attention to what Elatha was talking about. Isidore was all attention however, and one thing in particular which Ela had said caused him to perk up a bit.
"You mean to say that your kingdom has been usurped and that your heir is being held hostage?" Isidore asked Ela with what could only be described as a look of utter puzzlement on his face. The Pharaoh fell silent for a moment and then began laughing loudly with one hand on his stomach. "You ought to have said so sooner!" Isidore roared through his laughter. "As a pharaoh I cannot abide seeing a rightful ruler being displaced from their throne. It brings shame to all royalty, near and far." just as he finished saying as much, Isidore's laughter subsided and he wiped a single tear from his eye. "You have my word then. I Isidore, God-King of Egypt, pledge to offer all my assistance in restoring you to the office which is rightfully yours oh Queen Elatha. You of course can also count my noble companion among your allies." as Isidore made the declaration Asnofre simply nodded in agreement.
Having settled that matter he turned to Nelle. "We had no particular destination in mind. We would have taken the path most convenient to us from here, but considering the recent revelations, I am more than happy to leave that decision in Elatha's hands."
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Post by RedLenai on Mar 30, 2020 2:08:21 GMT
Elatha smiled sideways when Nelle complimented her, it wasn't really pretty, at least that what Elatha considered, her skin wasn't smooth and was filled with scars, some of her patterns had a weird-shaped form due to bruises she had through the years. Andy was quite impressed that his aunt had already conviced three people to join her, especially a creature such as Asnofre, as how both Gallerian and Thomas described this monster called "Fergus", she could be of great help against him.
However, the attention of the two Driaochtas went to Isidore's question - His is not only a hostage... He's been possessed by the corrupted angel - Andy explained, however he went a bit closer to his aunt when the man started laughing like a maniac. Maybe this wasn't a good idea after all, this man could be insane.
E-Eh? - Elatha was trying to connect her brain cells to understand why Isidore was laughing and then why he was telling her to have told that sooner, but at least she had fullfilled a great part of her plan, Isidore and Asnofre shown they were more than fit to have as allies, whatever kind of tricks Fergus could made she was sure they could surpass. She then returned to what Andy said before - What my nephew says its true... And it won't be easy to separate a soul from its true vessel, if we aren't careful enough my son could die...
She didn't want to sound desperate but she was, twenty two years seeing through Fergus's eyes the life Derek had, how he treated the poor boy, how scared he was to even see her, even if it wasn't truly her. Rescuing him was one thing, but Elatha couldn't ignore the fact that even if things went well, her relationship with Derek won't even be a proper "mother and son" relationship, the idea scared her, it made her want to scream and cry for a whole eternity, but she had to accept it if it happened, she hoped that wasn't going to be the case.
Well... - She said facin Nelle as she scratched the back of her neck - I'm actually living on America, New York... The place is not extremely big but you three can come and have a place to sleep without worries... While each one of us do their own thing, I don't know...
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Post by othus on Mar 31, 2020 9:12:15 GMT
Nelle took a mental note of Ela's situation, it would seem she needed as much help as she could.
"I...do not know where this America is, but I will gladly accept your offer, Messa Elatha. I believe finding Callis Nomene would also be helpful to you...He is a great hero, a man like him certainly wouldn't hesitate to provide his help as well"- Nelle stated with confidence. Many years had passed since she last saw the beast warrior of Centris, but she still remembered him like it was yesterday, teaching her about virtue and discipline, correcting her fencing posture as well.
Nelle stopped reminiscing the past and moved on to present matters.
"It is true we must do each our own thing. I will bring the few belongings I have to your place, messa Elatha, but i wonder what i should do to move quickly between nations if needed, I haven't even grasped the complete size of this world, so I don't even know where to begin"
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Post by Fehafare on Mar 31, 2020 23:20:21 GMT
If there was any confusion on Ela's and Andy's faces over Isidore's sudden outburst of laughter, the Pharaoh did not notice it. He did however hear mentions of possession. "Rest easy. You have my word your heir will not come to harm. We shall find a way!" Isidore assured the Queen with a smile on his face.
"I'm sure there is magic out there that can do it, although nothing comes to mind right now. We sphinxes sometimes judge the souls of men, but we rarely tamper with them." Asnofre added before she sunk back into thought.
As Nelle explained that she'd be bringing some luggage with her and wondered about some logistic elements of their alliance, Isidore began to wonder about something. Curiosity got the better of him and soon two stone slabs, held together with gold rings were in his hand, summoned out of thin air and opened like a book. The Pharaoh focused for a moment and the empty pieces of stone were filled with imprints of hieroglyphs, though Isidore did not have to read them to know what they said. Just as suddenly as the stone book had appeared, it also vanished.
Isidore laughed at the revelation he had gained from it. "I see, I see! So there was a whole continent to be found beyond the horizon to the west. How amusing." he laughed for a short while longer before falling silent again. He had heard America mentioned several times since him and Asnofre had arrived, yet he had never gotten around to finding out where that great country was exactly. The Book of Thoth provided him with the answer, which of course had the King in a fit of laughter. The New World and the Old World. To think the planet was that vast even in his time. It only confirmed to him how much there was to discover, how much to understand and figure out. It was almost daunting really, but Isidore relished the thought.
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Post by RedLenai on Mar 31, 2020 23:41:27 GMT
As Isidore mentioned, yes America is on another continent. I can zap us right there, even with your belongings - Elatha explained. It was too easy for her to do that, indeed an ability she mastered quite well, but in order to go to certain places she needed to have enough geographic information and visualize the place she wanted to go.
I've investigated that - The ginger added to what Asnofre mentioned - Maybe... Someone as powerful as an archangel can do that
Ugh... No - Elatha protested immediatly at the suggestion - Archangels don't care about circumstances, about talking... They rather kill and then ask questions, for them it'll be easier to get rid of both corrupted angel and Derek...
Oh... - The boy replied, sadly he wasn't being of much help at the moment. He wanted to assist Elatha, she was a particulary sweet woman, and even if they met not so long ago he noticed she carried no malice on her heart. She was sincere, he felt bad that such a nice person like her had to go though a lot of things...
Well! We don't have to leave right now, I would like to roam around the town for a bit - She said, stretching her arms as she stood - And maybe you could tell me more about this Callis Nomene, sounds he must be a Knight just like you - She smiled at Nelle. Probably with some information such as his appearance and habits, they could end up meeting someone that knew him. The world is a handkerchief, that's what her mother used to say...
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Post by othus on Apr 2, 2020 0:43:21 GMT
"Yes, I can describe him a little, although I haven't seen him in years...He has long, untamed silver-white hair and blue eyes, he has plenty of scars in his body and he is of lean but muscular complexity. He is Half Viani, Half Saevus which means he has some sharp facial traits, they should remind you of the felines of this world just a bit."
Nelle gave a description as accurate as she could, she knew the more details she gave, the better.
"Now, I must say I am intrigued about this magic that can cross continents, would it be too much to ask you to teach me? I certainly would find it extremely useful should I need to travel in the case you were not around, plus getting back to America on my own would be challenging otherwise"
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Post by Fehafare on Apr 3, 2020 0:07:20 GMT
Isidore had his arms crossed. By the sound off it, things were settled here and the three had come to an agreement. With an odd alliance to be formed by chance. A pharaoh and his sphinx companion, the Queen of a mystic kingdom and a traveling knight who was not of this world. Isidore had no doubt that only good could come from this. With reliable allies at his side the search for the Library Cities would go easier as well, though that wasn't his main concern at the present. His mind was sharply focused on Elatha and restoring her to her throne. It just wasn't right for a king or queen to be unjustly deposed.
As Nelle started asking about the teleportation magic, Asnofre perked up. "Oh, I would like to hear more as well if I may." she shuffled over a bit closer to both Nelle and Elatha, the farthest she had been from Isidore ever since those present had met. Asnofre knew of teleportation and could perform some variants of it, but she had truly never heard or seen someone cross entire continents by the use of it.
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Post by RedLenai on Apr 3, 2020 1:40:38 GMT
Ohhhh?? - Elatha's interest increased at the mention of feline traits. She liked such things like animals ears, or part of the body that were a combination of species, harpys, centaurs. When she was still a fledgling she asked her mom to read her stories about the Minotaur from the ancient greeks, she was fascinated by the idea of such creatures.
Andy listened, maybe he could contact someone from the military service (and Hidden World), to help him with that. There were many organizations so probably one knew about "Seavus" or similar creatures, and the list could be reduced if they searched for someone with an almost medieval or peculiar type of Knight qualities.
As the two girls began to ask Elatha about her magic, Andy tried to give them space so they can properly chat about it. But Elatha just stopped him from standing up by grabbing him from his shoulder.
Well... There are many things when it comes to Driaochta magic... First, we are an almost outdated species so we can't learn modern magic no matter what we try - She said, making sure Andy, Asnofre and Nelle listened properly, since that topic was quite complicated - Second, as we are descendants from angels we use grace instead of more of a mana, energy, based magic - Being said that, she turned Andy around, to show his back to the other girls and Isidore. The boy, as his face couldn't be seen had his eyes wide open as he didn't know what was going on - Third... - Elatha lifted the boy's t-shirt just a bit so his back could be seen. With her other hand she tapped the center of it, revealing another tribal pattern that resembled wings and what seemed to be a climbing plant covering them - We don't have pyshical wings, but we do have them engraved on our skin, this is what let us teleport... but as you can see Andy has this climbing plant covering him, that means he can't, and to "free" him an Ancient Book of Driaochtas is required... which I don't have - She said with certain frustration
When the boy felt his Aunt's hand finally left him, he rushed to cover up immediatly and sat properly, facing the others, his face almost matched his ginger hair as his eyes were the only thing that made a contrast. He was embarrassed.
In the case of foreigners like you Nelle, you'll need an angel to possess you, so once it leaves, a small portion of their grace will remain on you. Then I'll have tattoo you some wings with my own magic, and then perform the awakening with the Ancient Book... The only problem is that you'll only be able to learn draiochta magic, any kind of other magic you try to learn afterwards will be... canceled... You'll be stuck having to study our magic, and even engrave spells on your skin - She said with great emphasis on that, she didn't want the girl to shut to one single thing. For a non-driaochta this could be a bit too much, while the species had already got used to this issue.
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Post by othus on Apr 3, 2020 5:21:19 GMT
"Oh...that won't do...won't do at all...my fencing style deeply relies on my Centris magic"- Nelle replied pensively. it was such a shame.
"I'm afraid I cannot go to America until I'm certain Callis Nomene is not on this side of the world, it would be a waste not to explore this continent first."
Now what could she even do? could some sort of organization help her? did countries even care?
"If any of you have any idea of how I could narrow my search I would greatly appreciate it"
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Post by Fehafare on Apr 6, 2020 2:02:27 GMT
As Elatha explained the magic system of her people, Isidore was deep in thought. He considered strategies for taking back her kingdom, how to free her son and a thousand other minor things. Asnofre on the other hand was all ears, making mental notes. With her excitement came disappointment as well, as it seemed that whatever the exact method for mastering the magic was, it would not be a straightforward or simple one. By the sounds of it, they'd be spending some time together, so there would be time for her to learn more. She payed no mind to Elatha's manhandling of Andrew, after all if she was a queen it was her right to do with her subject as she pleased. Asnofre would not protest if Isidore did the same to her.
Nelle seemed to share Asnofre's disappointment over the magic that seemed beyond their reach.
"Oh, I could help with that." Asnofre said suddenly as Nelle mentioned the wish to make sure the man she seeks was not out of her reach completely. "If you have something of his I mean. A lock of hair? His weapon? A garment? Anything he held onto for a while."
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Post by RedLenai on Apr 6, 2020 2:30:10 GMT
Yes, that's what I thought - Elatha said, sightly annoyed by her type of magic. but well, nothing could be done with that - We driaochtas can live until we reach 500 years old... so we learn for around 100 years, even if I made a special course for you that would take a bit of time... However we don't rely on our magic that much, we are pretty similar to humans... at least when it comes to battle... unless you are a perfectionist - She reached one of her eyebrows. She knew the right person who was like that... but well, he didn't become a paladin just because he was her best friend during childhood.
You know a perfectionist? - Andy asked his aunt, he didn't see her in combat yet. But he originally thought she was more of a deadly combo of magic and fencing.
Your uncle but he is a softie, he won't fight seriously unless he get reeeaaally angry - She said with a childish tone and similing
Andy nodded, and followed Asnofre's words - A magnet... Those are helpful, but don't get frustrated if you don't see anything - He warned Nelle this time - There are certain places that use different types of magic and technology that won't allow you to detect someone's location - Even if he returned to his poker face, the blush didn't stop. I can ask an angel to fly around the world to search for him - Elatha interrupted, she didn't have tracking magic but surely she could count on Gallerian, after all, he wasn't doing anything lately, just resting after healing her. Flying around won't hurt him that much. As well she knew Fergus won't do anything to him... They had similarities, the only problem was if he wanted Gallerian to join his side, but that won't happen, right?
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Post by othus on Apr 6, 2020 2:55:14 GMT
"I have my blade, it was a gift from him, he helped me with the arcane engravings even...would that be enough?"- Nelle said, releasing the invisibility enchantment on the blade and handing it over to Asnofre.
Nelle then listened to Elatha's suggestion and Andy's words. She would take all the help offered her way.
"That would also help a lot, messa Elatha. thanks. Let's just hope he isn't hiding, other than that, I stay hopeful that Asnofre's magic will point me in the right direction"
The young knight from centris awaited to see what could be done. If Asnofre and Elatha helped her on her search, she would be a lot closer to finding him!
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Post by Fehafare on Apr 10, 2020 2:01:57 GMT
Asnofre frowned... a gift could be a truly great object of power. What is freely given to another is often special. Yet, for locating someone it was far from ideal. The more tightly it was connected and associated with just that one person the easier it would be. With a gifted weapon which has been in Nelle's possession for a while. Would her spell point towards Callis or towards Nelle herself? Well, there was nothing to lose, so a try would be worth the effort one way or another.
"Okay, I'll try." she said as she subtly nodded towards Elatha and Andy. What they said was true. The place which had spent the best part of her existence in, the Great Library City of Thoth was fully warded against any sort of divination or scrying. They could only hope it wasn't the same for Callis.
Asnofre took the blade and grasped her firmly in her hands. She started whispering in ancient Egyptian. Isidore watched wordlessly but with a faint smile on his face. He rather enjoyed watching Asnofre work her magic. The things she did were often beyond him and she seemed to enjoy herself. Although Isidore was incredibly powerful in his own right, his magic was more specific. It had its practical uses, particularly in the area of construction, but it was primarily oriented towards combat. While Asnofre wasn't quite as viciously effective when it came to tearing a man limb for limb with dark spells (she had her claws for that after all), the subtle ways in which she could weave her magic and make it work wonders were a thousand and one.
After Asnofre finished her murmured chant she opened her hands which had been tightly clasping the sword, so that it now rested freely in her palms. A moment later, a light unannounced gale swept past them. Chiller than it ought to be. Sudden and ephemeral.
Asnofre pointed in the direction the wind had blown in, east.
"There... somewhere." Asnofre announced in a tone which betrayed that even she was aware of how little help that truly provided.
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Post by RedLenai on Apr 10, 2020 3:02:54 GMT
Tsssss..... Sounds easier said than done... - Elatha sighed as she smirked to one side, eyebrows raised, she understood clearly that things never were easy. But that didn't mean there couldn't be great things to enjoy as well. She only hoped Asnofre to don't get too upset, something like that could happen to a driaochta, but such a creature like a sphinx... maybe they'll feel humilliated.
Maybe... we should stay here a bit longer and use a map - Andy suggested to his aunt - Maybe... Aunt Elatha should team up with her for a while so both can explore
Elatha nooded at the boy's words. It was true that it'll be less problematic for Nelle if Elatha stayed around for a while, at least to cross out some places and in the meantime, they could teach her how to move around the country as most of humans did. Yeah that could work - Ok! So I teleport her around and you teach her how to move around! - She said pointing with both of his hands at him in a childish manner.
O-Ok... - He answered with certain doubt, he wasn't sure if he could teach her properly... The only ways he got to travel or go to certain places was thanks that he worked on the boats that sailed, hide in planes... walking, hitch a lift... He didn't remember clearly how he managed to endure such a thing, even going to certain places in USA with Thomas was already tiring for him... Maybe he got used at don't having to go to extremely long distances...
I'm pretty sure you two know a few things to help her as well! - Elatha said, this time to Asnofre and isidore. Clearly these two could be of better help than herself, after all, the only things she tried after getting free was going in a train.
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Post by othus on Apr 16, 2020 23:33:59 GMT
"Well...at least now I know where to travel to. Also, it truly confirms he is still around! thank you so much, Messa Asnofre!"
her artifact had worked! Now she could find Callis and bring him back home, at least, that was the plan...Elatha was still decided to help her, so she was still glad even if she couldn't use that ability herself
"Very well, I say I'll explore every country one by one, which ones have most um, hidden world presence? I'll have to speak with some people as an ambassador of sorts"
Naturally, she had greater chances of finding Callis in countries with more HW activity, hopefully with the help of the governments, she would find him more easily.
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Post by Fehafare on Apr 26, 2020 2:57:18 GMT
Isidore placed a hand on Asnofre's shoulder and gave her a reassuring smile. Although the Pharaoh's approval meant the world to her, the sphinx still couldn't help but sulk. It wasn't her fault, she had done the best she could have with the sword given to her, yet it still irked her to not have produced a more favourable result. Still, Nelle seemed to be satisfied.
Elatha seemed to be determined to teach Nelle about travel and presumably other things as well. Isidore did not object to the idea. With his arms folded he nodded.
"I've never was a tutor, but I've had a dozen and a dozen more growing up." as he spoke he stretched out of his hands and the stone book from before materialized into it. "And with the Book of Thoth I do not believe young Nelle will have a scholarly demand which I cannot meet."
"Shall we depart for America first then? If that is to be our post for a while?"
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