New Tier: T2 Justification: Like a few others, Set is a very atypical Meridian. While not driven primarily by the light (hope), he is driven by pragmatism and a uniquely dark sense of self that supports the light by becoming the long, dark shadow that must exist for it to have any meaning. Even within Meridian, there must be those willing to do dark deeds in the name of victory and progress, and Set is no stranger to either.
Early in-game, he spoke with the Archangel about salvation and stated that he was no beacon of deliverance, but one of slaughter, ultimately refusing the Archangel's offer of salvation from his despair because he needed to fulfill his promise. The promise is, quite literally, the core value that ties him to Meridian, flimsy as it is. He interrogated Rosaria, Liem, Matsui and Silco about their convictions, seeking to understand what lead them all to their decisions (or lack of decision), coming to the conclusion through this that it was not the side that mattered, but simply the strength of will. Also, Silco laid out his grand plan to burn it all and that threatens Set's ability to keep his promise to Anubis, so.
Despite his conversations with the people of Kenos, when Yima came to Commune with her, he vowed to her that it is in his nature to war. Even with himself, as he seeks atonement through Meridiana and knowledge above all else. The promises made by Meridian and Zenith cannot both be true, and he fixates on pursuit of information above all else. Because Springstar has familiarity in both religious and military structure, there is comfort in falling in among them in pursuit of his own goals. This was confirmed through a conversation with Hayame, where he indicated that the nature of (divine) reincarnation further ties him to Meridian's goals.
As a beacon of war and strife, Set also believes in a, um, trickle-down-theory of might and war. If he benefits, then so will Meridian. His conversation with Sebastian (NSFW??) further solidified Set's belief in the immutability of his fate and existence. Zenith may be the correct choice for him, but he will always attempt to oppose that order in and of itself. He's also, lbh, kinda' predisposed to thinking ill of the fallability of mortals (x, x) and thinks Zenith have no ability nor right to create a new world. Not when his world was actually meant to exist.
While not fanatically loyal, Cyrus's trust(?) in his pragmatic and oft-chaotic methods has won the Tribune a measure of acceptance, as it further gave him the flexibility to act within his nature (a more Zenith-aligned nature) on Meridian's behalf. And the first thing he did, following that "permission" was to go ham during the Manon debates: skipping the debate in favor of simply striking a deal, and when that was unfavorable compared to neutrality, he struck a deal with Silco to assist him with attempts extend the Meridian v. Zenith battles - giving himself more time to pursue power on Meridian's behalf and find more ways to damage, thwart and hinder Zenith. Sneaky bastard. His justification of his chaotic, tricky acts to Hayame was, undoubtedly and finally a concrete: because it is for Meridian, too.
Lastly, he's also begun assisting Meridian ("himself", he says) by treating his interactions with Zenith as information-gathering sessions to discern their natures, vulnerabilities and convictions (x, x, x, x, x ), especially because he enjoys relationships (ergo access) with some of the higher-tier Zenith now.
tl;dr Set firmly believes that by aligning himself with Meridian, he will serve his promise to Anubis to atone, by becoming the darkness that must exist for Meridian's light to shine. While not fanatically loyal to a leader or the establishment, he is devoted to his own growing corruption and dark divinity and intends to use it on behalf of those he does not deserve to work with, for he will always war with all things - including his own heart!
Spellbook Spells: Clairvoyance, Plant Growth.
I'm also using one (1) AC token to swap T1 Prestidigitation to Illusory Script, and would like to know if for his third T2 Spell, if I could take a unique variation of Enhance Ability (Domain Blessing)? I'll spend up to the three (3) AC tokens he has left to acquire it, if need be!
T2 IT'S TIME
Faction: Meridian
New Tier: T2
Justification: Like a few others, Set is a very atypical Meridian. While not driven primarily by the light (hope), he is driven by pragmatism and a uniquely dark sense of self that supports the light by becoming the long, dark shadow that must exist for it to have any meaning. Even within Meridian, there must be those willing to do dark deeds in the name of victory and progress, and Set is no stranger to either.
Early in-game, he spoke with the Archangel about salvation and stated that he was no beacon of deliverance, but one of slaughter, ultimately refusing the Archangel's offer of salvation from his despair because he needed to fulfill his promise. The promise is, quite literally, the core value that ties him to Meridian, flimsy as it is. He interrogated Rosaria, Liem, Matsui and Silco about their convictions, seeking to understand what lead them all to their decisions (or lack of decision), coming to the conclusion through this that it was not the side that mattered, but simply the strength of will. Also, Silco laid out his grand plan to burn it all and that threatens Set's ability to keep his promise to Anubis, so.
Despite his conversations with the people of Kenos, when Yima came to Commune with her, he vowed to her that it is in his nature to war. Even with himself, as he seeks atonement through Meridiana and knowledge above all else. The promises made by Meridian and Zenith cannot both be true, and he fixates on pursuit of information above all else. Because Springstar has familiarity in both religious and military structure, there is comfort in falling in among them in pursuit of his own goals. This was confirmed through a conversation with Hayame, where he indicated that the nature of (divine) reincarnation further ties him to Meridian's goals.
As a beacon of war and strife, Set also believes in a, um, trickle-down-theory of might and war. If he benefits, then so will Meridian. His conversation with Sebastian (NSFW??) further solidified Set's belief in the immutability of his fate and existence. Zenith may be the correct choice for him, but he will always attempt to oppose that order in and of itself. He's also, lbh, kinda' predisposed to thinking ill of the fallability of mortals (x, x) and thinks Zenith have no ability nor right to create a new world. Not when his world was actually meant to exist.
While not fanatically loyal, Cyrus's trust(?) in his pragmatic and oft-chaotic methods has won the Tribune a measure of acceptance, as it further gave him the flexibility to act within his nature (a more Zenith-aligned nature) on Meridian's behalf. And the first thing he did, following that "permission" was to go ham during the Manon debates: skipping the debate in favor of simply striking a deal, and when that was unfavorable compared to neutrality, he struck a deal with Silco to assist him with attempts extend the Meridian v. Zenith battles - giving himself more time to pursue power on Meridian's behalf and find more ways to damage, thwart and hinder Zenith. Sneaky bastard. His justification of his chaotic, tricky acts to Hayame was, undoubtedly and finally a concrete: because it is for Meridian, too.
Lastly, he's also begun assisting Meridian ("himself", he says) by treating his interactions with Zenith as information-gathering sessions to discern their natures, vulnerabilities and convictions (x, x, x, x, x ), especially because he enjoys relationships (ergo access) with some of the higher-tier Zenith now.
tl;dr Set firmly believes that by aligning himself with Meridian, he will serve his promise to Anubis to atone, by becoming the darkness that must exist for Meridian's light to shine. While not fanatically loyal to a leader or the establishment, he is devoted to his own growing corruption and dark divinity and intends to use it on behalf of those he does not deserve to work with, for he will always war with all things - including his own heart!
Spellbook Spells: Clairvoyance, Plant Growth.
I'm also using one (1) AC token to swap T1 Prestidigitation to Illusory Script, and would like to know if for his third T2 Spell, if I could take a unique variation of Enhance Ability (Domain Blessing)? I'll spend up to the three (3) AC tokens he has left to acquire it, if need be!