GlaitoLeaning over Glaito, Solomorne carefully feels every stitch on the cyber-mastiff's body. "A lump here, and here... And what the Throne is this?" His iron fist slams into the floor, leaving a dent. "Bloody freaks! Gutted my dog! I'll— Ah, Rogue Trader... How long have you been... standing there?"
YOU"Glaito is a tough cyber-mastiff — he's going to be fine."
Glaito"I have told myself that so many times, I don't know what the words mean anymore. Speaking of words..."
GlaitoHe freezes, beads of sweat forming on his brow. "I need to tell you something about my past... if you care to listen, that is."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"
Glaito"It's about what really pushed me into the pit of anger." Solomorne closes his eyes, and when he opens them again, he begins to speak with lifeless detachment: "Back in Calixis, before I was promoted to Proctor, I served in the same squad with another Arbitrator, Emmerson. He wasn't just a comrade — we entered the Schola Progenium together, we went through training together, we were assigned to the same hive world. He was like a brother to me, and I killed him."
Glaito"Remember that mission I told you about, the one that cost me my arm? It was Emmerson who sold us out to the crime syndicate and compromised the raid."
Glaito"I was badly wounded in the fight, lying on the floor, barely alive. The rest of the squad had gone to scout the area, and Emmerson stayed to guard me. He didn't notice that I was awake — he was talking over the vox. He kept demanding bigger payment, and when he started giving our coordinates, I shot him in the back of the head." Solomorne places a hand on Glaito's neck. "I figured that we weren't making it out of there alive, so I logged my final report, attached my vox to Glaito's collar, and told him to return to the headquarters. Then, I passed out again, and when I came to, I had already been captured. The heretics tortured me for days, but I held on until the exaction squad arrived."
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"
Glaito"A special unit. Exaction squads are dispatched to track down and apprehend dangerous criminals. They were investigating Emmerson's betrayal, and it had led them to the heretics' hideout where I was being held prisoner."
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."
Glaito"A betrayal in the ranks of the Arbites had to be investigated quickly and relentlessly — just the right job for a unit specialising in capturing criminals. My fellow Arbitrators rescued me from captivity, and then it was my tormentors' turn to scream."
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"
Glaito"I was right by their contact's corpse — they had to know how I found them out and what else I knew about them. They tried to beat the answers out of me, tried long and hard. I kept my mouth shut, because I knew that the second I started talking, they would dispose of me."
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"
Glaito"I could throw pretty words at you about how I went through the Injuncta Cardinal in my mind or prayed to the Emperor, but... I did pray, and I was well trained to tolerate pain, but every Arbitrator has their limit. When I was almost broken, what helped me through was hatred."
GlaitoSolomorne's entire body tenses, and Glaito immediately leans forward, looking for the unseen threat, but his master's iron hand tugs at his collar. "I kept recalling that bastard's face, and smothered any base thoughts I had about welcoming death again and again. Hours of agony. Hours in the whirlpool of pure rage."
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"
Glaito"I was put under investigation, but was cleared of the charges and assigned to Piety, without Glaito. The most corrupt hive world in the Drusus Marches. Two years among the vilest dregs of Humanity... It was a test, and I passed — I got my promotion, got Glaito back. But after Emmerson's betrayal, I was never the same."
YOU"You did the right thing by executing your former comrade."
Glaito"I know." There is no pride, no guilt in his voice — only aloofness bordering on total emotional vacuum.
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."
Glaito"Terribly." Solomorne brings his slightly trembling iron hand to his face, then clenches it into a fist. "But I won't let myself fall apart — one shameful weakness was more than enough."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"
Glaito"No," Solomorne snaps harshly. "Because there was never a relationship to begin with."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"
Glaito"First, we should establish how the xenos themselves leave this place and slither their way to the Koronus Expanse to pillage, slaughter, and take prisoners. Once we have that information, we will need to fight our way to the exit — and for that to succeed, we should already be looking for capable fighters."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."
GlaitoThe Proctor nods and goes back to examining Glaito with a grim expression.
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Glaito"Although, that last part stopped being a concern the moment an Angel of the Emperor joined you. What other reinforcements would we even want, a Dreadnought?"
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"Better. Sometimes, it feels like I'm slipping, but then I remember what you said, and my head clears."
Glaito"My faith has overpowered my disappointment and hatred. It is true that people are weak and full of vices, but that's not what's important. All that matters is that the letter of His Law is perfect, and that it guides me — His word, and nothing else."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"I've been reflecting on the spirit of His Law and what the Emperor Himself wants for us. If anyone had told me before that I would be thinking about things like that, I probably would have caved their face in. But the truth is, I no longer see heresy in such thoughts. No, it's the opposite: I feel like they bring me closer to the Emperor."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"I still have the same hatred boiling inside me, but now, I have means of releasing it — by bringing it down on criminal carrion, and not just on them. Every doubter, every freethinker, anyone who shows any sign of being unreliable, I will judge as I would an outright heretic. Only then will I make people respect the Lex Imperialis."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If even Arbitrators are capable of violating the law, what does that say about the rest of Humanity?"
Glaito"You understand." Solomorne exhales loudly. "It has been gnawing at me for so long... I guess I just needed to hear another human being voice my own thoughts. Thank you."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am sorry that you had to do that to your friend. You deserved better."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough vapid tragedy — one dead traitor does not warrant this much handwringing."
Glaito"Maybe you're right." Solomorne fixes Glaito's already perfectly straight collar. "Maybe."continues where this line first appears above
GlaitoFor a moment, your breathing falters and your vision goes dark as ghosts of unbearable pain overwhelm you. Solomorne's eyes glimmer with understanding, and he falls silent, giving you time to catch your breath.
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"We ran into an ambush during a raid, all because Emmerson sold us out to a crime syndicate."
Glaito"I was badly wounded in the fight, lying on the floor, barely alive. The rest of the squad had gone to scout the area, and Emmerson stayed to guard me. He didn't notice that I was awake — he was talking over the vox. He kept demanding bigger payment, and when he started giving our coordinates, I shot him in the back of the head." Solomorne places a hand on Glaito's neck. "I figured that we weren't making it out of there alive, so I logged my final report, attached my vox to Glaito's collar, and told him to return to the headquarters. Then, I passed out again, and when I came to, I had already been captured. The heretics tortured me for days, but I held on until the exaction squad arrived."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Can Pasqal help Glaito in any way?"
GlaitoSolomorne shakes his head. "He has already done all he can, but there is no way to extract some unknown Drukhari filth out of Glaito while we're in the field. We will have to get by until we are back on the flagship, and that's that. I don't know if we will make it out of here, but in case we don't, there is something I must do..."
GlaitoHe freezes, beads of sweat forming on his brow. "I need to tell you something about my past... if you care to listen, that is."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do not lose control like that again — I will not let you off so easy next time."
Glaito"Rest assured, I won't fail you again. And, as proof of my intent, there is something I must do."
GlaitoHe freezes, beads of sweat forming on his brow. "I need to tell you something about my past... if you care to listen, that is."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should talk."
GlaitoHe freezes, beads of sweat forming on his brow. "I need to tell you something about my past... if you care to listen, that is."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 2 of 28
GlaitoSolomorne is busy wiping blood from his augmented arm with a rag. He looks up from his task and gives you a tired nod. "Rogue Trader?"
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I came to check how you were doing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you ready to talk about our relationship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on how we might escape Commorragh?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Rest up, Solomorne."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 3 of 28
GlaitoSolomorne stands with both his thumbs in his belt, looking around the bridge with assertive confidence. He gives you a casual nod as you approach. "Greetings, Rogue Trader. I would like to report that Glaito and I have finished our initial inspection of the upper decks — the list of infractions ended up being five pages shorter than expected. I'm beginning to worry that a servant of the Lex might have little to occupy himself with aboard your ship."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."
GlaitoSolomorne nods curtly.
end of branch
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."
GlaitoA heavy sigh comes from Solomorne's chest, but a moment later, he is back to his calm self. His voice is steady as he speaks: "How... unfortunate. Well, I am ready to satisfy your curiosity, but I would plead for some privacy."
YOU"Let's continue this in my quarters."
end of branch
YOU"This is not a good time."
Glaito"As you will. We can have this conversation later." Though Solomorne's expression does not change, you notice that he is trying not to meet your eyes too often.
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."
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YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"
Glaito"Of course. Which part?"
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"
Glaito"I do not know. It was one of those tough situations where only time will tell how well you handled them."
Glaito"If I were in your position, I would take the prefect's evaluation in stride and learn from your painful experience on Thassera. Sometimes, life knocks the wind out of you in a way that can't be dodged, so it helps to learn how to take a hit."
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."
Glaito"I am not going to call the prefect's judgement into question, but..." Solomorne peers at you. "You had to make a difficult decision, and you made it. You took responsibility. I appreciate such qualities in people."
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."
Glaito"You stated as much to the prefect, and it went down in my record. If that is insufficient and you expect me to comment, then I will."
GlaitoSolomorne raises his chin with dignity. "You may consider my recommendation flawed; however, I did not force you to act on it. I have nothing more to add."
YOU"I expect members of my retinue to offer useful assistance. You will endeavour to act in my interests from here on out."
GlaitoThe Proctor pauses before giving a response. "To assist the Rogue Trader in claiming new worlds in the God-Emperor's name is precisely why I am here."
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"
Glaito"I was on a mission, not attending to pointless amusements."
YOU"You are simply no good at enjoying yourself."
Glaito"No good? I danced!" Solomorne says as if confessing to an act of heresy. "I shudder to think what counts as leisure to you if our dance on Thassera wasn't enough."
YOU"You are simply no good at enjoying yourself."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There must have been something that appealed to you."
Glaito"When I think back to Thassera, I can recall only one moment of joy, and that was when we returned to the ship." Solomorne responds curtly, his gaze directed somewhere over your shoulder.
YOU"You are simply no good at enjoying yourself."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There must have been something that appealed to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What a boring man you are!"
Glaito"You should take that into account if you ever need an escort for some high society event. You know, one who actually has your back and keeps watch instead of drinking."
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."
Glaito"We could discuss something else?"
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."
Glaito"Yes, I've been looking for a chance to have this conversation." Solomorne's nostrils flare, his eyes darting uneasily around the bridge. "I must tell you something about my past, so that we might consider the matter closed. If you agree to hear me out, that is."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"
Glaito"It's about what really pushed me into the pit of anger." Solomorne closes his eyes, and when he opens them again, he begins to speak with lifeless detachment: "Back in Calixis, before I was promoted to Proctor, I served in the same squad with another Arbitrator, Emmerson. He wasn't just a comrade — we entered the Schola Progenium together, we went through training together, we were assigned to the same hive world. He was like a brother to me, and I killed him."
Glaito"Remember that mission I told you about, the one that cost me my arm? It was Emmerson who sold us out to the crime syndicate and compromised the raid."
Glaito"I was badly wounded in the fight, lying on the floor, barely alive. The rest of the squad had gone to scout the area, and Emmerson stayed to guard me. He didn't notice that I was awake — he was talking over the vox. He kept demanding bigger payment, and when he started giving our coordinates, I shot him in the back of the head." Solomorne places a hand on Glaito's neck. "I figured that we weren't making it out of there alive, so I logged my final report, attached my vox to Glaito's collar, and told him to return to the headquarters. Then, I passed out again, and when I came to, I had already been captured. The heretics tortured me for days, but I held on until the exaction squad arrived."
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"
Glaito"A special unit. Exaction squads are dispatched to track down and apprehend dangerous criminals. They were investigating Emmerson's betrayal, and it had led them to the heretics' hideout where I was being held prisoner."
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."
Glaito"A betrayal in the ranks of the Arbites had to be investigated quickly and relentlessly — just the right job for a unit specialising in capturing criminals. My fellow Arbitrators rescued me from captivity, and then it was my tormentors' turn to scream."
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"
Glaito"I was right by their contact's corpse — they had to know how I found them out and what else I knew about them. They tried to beat the answers out of me, tried long and hard. I kept my mouth shut, because I knew that the second I started talking, they would dispose of me."
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"
Glaito"I could throw pretty words at you about how I went through the Injuncta Cardinal in my mind or prayed to the Emperor, but... I did pray, and I was well trained to tolerate pain, but every Arbitrator has their limit. When I was almost broken, what helped me through was hatred."
GlaitoSolomorne's entire body tenses, and Glaito immediately leans forward, looking for the unseen threat, but his master's iron hand tugs at his collar. "I kept recalling that bastard's face, and smothered any base thoughts I had about welcoming death again and again. Hours of agony. Hours in the whirlpool of pure rage."
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"
Glaito"I was put under investigation, but was cleared of the charges and assigned to Piety, without Glaito. The most corrupt hive world in the Drusus Marches. Two years among the vilest dregs of Humanity... It was a test, and I passed — I got my promotion, got Glaito back. But after Emmerson's betrayal, I was never the same."
YOU"You did the right thing by executing your former comrade."
Glaito"I know." There is no pride, no guilt in his voice — only aloofness bordering on total emotional vacuum.
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"
Glaito"I wasn't myself for a while, but I gritted my teeth and started reading the catechisms of the Lex Imperialis from the very beginning, as if I were back in the Schola Progenium. Whenever I felt like I might break down again, I locked myself in my cabin and recited the Injuncta Cardinal. And it helped."
Glaito"My faith has overpowered my disappointment and hatred. It is true that people are weak and full of vices, but that's not what's important. All that matters is that the letter of His Law is perfect, and that it guides me — His word, and nothing else."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"
Glaito"You need not concern yourself with Glaito. I recently finished checking all his protocols — his responses are instantaneous. I... cannot pretend I haven't missed his companionship."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"
Glaito"He did send a message — and the phrasing was unusually heartfelt." Solomorne closes his eyes and quotes in an even, respectful tone: "'Solomorne Anthar, you are hereby restored to your rank of Proctor. Never allow even a shadow of dishonour to fall on your uniform again.'"
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"
Glaito"Every word? You don't know the Marshal that well, so you can take it from me."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."
Glaito"You can say that again. I am still baffled myself." Whether or not Solomorne is in any state of bafflement at all, his face remains impenetrable.
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."
Glaito"Good. It is about time we changed the subject."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."
Glaito"We certainly have things to discuss."
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on who might have been behind the attack on the barges?"
Glaito"I have a theory, but... I myself give it little credit at this time — it is too unlikely and too dangerous. However, I will gladly listen to your own perspective on these events."
YOU"The attack on the barges, Sargona — these incidents are connected. Someone is desperately trying to seize the tithe."
Glaito"I have arrived at the same conclusion. Sargona never bit off more than he could chew. Rykad's tithe was too big a prize for him — he would have been targeted both by the Arbites and by any criminals looking to scavenge the shipment piece by piece. Sargona was acting on someone's directive, without fear of the consequences."
YOU"The attack on the barges, Sargona — these incidents are connected. Someone is desperately trying to seize the tithe."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect recently employed some mercenaries. An interesting coincidence..."
Glaito"We have no evidence to suggest that they are the same mercenaries. Our enemy is good at covering their tracks, so we should proceed with equal caution."
YOU"The attack on the barges, Sargona — these incidents are connected. Someone is desperately trying to seize the tithe."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect recently employed some mercenaries. An interesting coincidence..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you have a suspect in mind, I would appreciate it if you spoke plainly."
Glaito"I cannot. Not because I do not trust you, but because I do not want my assessments to prompt any rash actions on your part — this may be exactly what our opponent wants. We should go to the Marshal and investigate this matter strictly within the bounds of the Lex Imperialis. It is the only way to avoid a mistake."
YOU"The attack on the barges, Sargona — these incidents are connected. Someone is desperately trying to seize the tithe."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect recently employed some mercenaries. An interesting coincidence..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you have a suspect in mind, I would appreciate it if you spoke plainly."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should not make guesses."
Glaito"Indeed. It is best that we talk about something else."
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on who might have been behind the attack on the barges?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The matter of the watcher of Leethus has cast a shadow over my dynasty, but I want you to know: I am loyal to the Emperor's Law."
Glaito"Your actions speak for themselves, but..." Solomorne looks you dead in the eye. "I'll be damned if I don't admit that hearing you confirm your loyalty to the Lex Imperialis in your own words is a welcome respite. With everything around us going to the void, I need to know that we are fighting for the same ideals."
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on who might have been behind the attack on the barges?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The matter of the watcher of Leethus has cast a shadow over my dynasty, but I want you to know: I am loyal to the Emperor's Law."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Trying to adhere to the Lex Imperialis causes more harm than good. Do you still not see it?"
Glaito"I can understand your thought process. Leethus seemed like a cesspit of madness and despair, and since the Arbitrators are in charge of storing the tithe, the conclusion is simple. Simple, but wrong. Try to look at it from a different angle: the Lex Imperialis gives us a clear directive, and all we need to do is follow it. The Guardsmen could have waited in humble obedience. The clerk could have expressed remorse for failing to finish his work. Instead, they chose their weaknesses and vices. So, what is the true cause of harm here, I wonder?"
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on who might have been behind the attack on the barges?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The matter of the watcher of Leethus has cast a shadow over my dynasty, but I want you to know: I am loyal to the Emperor's Law."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Trying to adhere to the Lex Imperialis causes more harm than good. Do you still not see it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You no longer follow the letter of the Lex Imperialis, and your proposal regarding the fate of the Expanse's tithe proves it. Am I correct?"
Glaito"By Arbitrator standards, I am already knee-deep in heresy, but, frankly, their condemnation does not deter me. I serve the Emperor as I have never served before; I am no longer blind and shackled — but this realisation only makes the burden of duty heavier. So much needs to be done to protect the Expanse from disaster and strife, but such is the mission I have imposed upon myself."
Glaito"Since you have brought it up — does it trouble you that I have found a new path of service for myself?"
YOU"I completely support your stance, Solomorne."
GlaitoSolomorne lays his iron hand on his heart. "It means a lot to me, Rogue Trader — to be not just your travelling companion, but also your ally in the fight for the new understanding of the Lex Imperialis."
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on who might have been behind the attack on the barges?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The matter of the watcher of Leethus has cast a shadow over my dynasty, but I want you to know: I am loyal to the Emperor's Law."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Trying to adhere to the Lex Imperialis causes more harm than good. Do you still not see it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You no longer follow the letter of the Lex Imperialis, and your proposal regarding the fate of the Expanse's tithe proves it. Am I correct?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How fares Proctor Yeager?"
Glaito"There is no need to worry about her or her people — they are waiting for an opportunity to give the Marshal their report. If there is one thing they do well, it's waiting patiently." Solomorne lowers his voice. "I didn't tell Yeager about the connection between the watcher of Leethus and Theodora — she doesn't need to know."
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on who might have been behind the attack on the barges?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The matter of the watcher of Leethus has cast a shadow over my dynasty, but I want you to know: I am loyal to the Emperor's Law."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Trying to adhere to the Lex Imperialis causes more harm than good. Do you still not see it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You no longer follow the letter of the Lex Imperialis, and your proposal regarding the fate of the Expanse's tithe proves it. Am I correct?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How fares Proctor Yeager?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about Leethus for now."
GlaitoSolomorne nods faintly.
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."
Glaito"Understandable. That trial was unprecedented, as was its ending."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."
Glaito"Gregoras Strachs used to be an outstanding servant of the Lex Imperialis, and I still cannot understand why he failed to recognise Vultur as an enemy."
Glaito"I'm inclined to believe that Strachs had grown too distant from the Lex Imperialis. The letter of His Law holds all the answers and solutions, but Strachs faltered in his judgement and turned to Vultur for advice. His waning faith made him blind and led him to a predictable and ignominious end."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."
GlaitoIn a grim and solemn gesture, Solomorne raises his iron hand. "I swear never again to take up arms against you. Should our views on the Lex Imperialis diverge once more, I will approach you myself, so that you may decide my fate without delay."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"
Glaito"That depends on how many of us are found wanting. This will be established during the course of a thorough investigation, but even if only a dozen of us are left in the end, we will still continue to serve His Law until our last breath."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"
Glaito"Other than unerring service? Actually, I've been thinking a lot lately... about how the Creed stands farther from the God-Emperor than the Lex Imperialis. I want His Law to become the sole pillar of faith for the Arbitrators. I wish to guide them not only as a Marshal, but also as a preacher."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"
Glaito"I've decided not to subject him to yet another procedure — the protocol that was making him conduct surveillance has been stopped, after all. We might have need of this function someday, but, for now, it has been disabled — and to the void with it."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."
Glaito"So do I. Do you wish to talk about something else?"
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"
Glaito"I doubt such a word could ever be accurately used to describe an Arbitrator, but there is some truth to your observation. Since we're not in combat, I permit myself to stand at ease — which is to say, I am standing by on full alert."
YOU"Good. That means we can converse like normal people."
GlaitoSolomorne raises an eyebrow. "A Rogue Trader and an Arbitrator — you have an interesting notion of normality. Well, I'll try not to disappoint you with my conversation skills."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."
Glaito"We are servants of the God-Emperor's Law made manifest in the Lex Imperialis. The Adeptus Arbites uphold order on the scale of the Imperium and bring merciless punishment to offenders."
YOU"What types of crimes do you usually handle?"
Glaito"The most significant ones. Beyond the Expanse, the Arbites not only enforce tithe collection, but also ensure that every planet obeys His Law and that the Imperium's authority remains unchallenged. Corrupt governors, crime syndicates, rebels — not a minute goes by without some parasite trying to take a bite out of the Imperium. We destroy any who dare trespass against the law."
YOU"So, if you see someone trying to murder an innocent man whose life is irrelevant to maintaining order in the Imperium, you simply walk on by?"
Glaito"Unless said man's innocence has been previously established, such as during an investigation. In any other scenario, murder is just a common disturbance. My intervention is only required in the case of an attack on an Administratum functionary or some other important figure — then, I must take measures."
Glaito"However, if I have an assignment to carry out, I will ignore any distracting factors. The duties of the Arbites are above everyday crime: we collect the tithe that feeds the military might of the Imperium and sustains its authority over many worlds. To be bogged down in trivialities is to commit a criminal waste of time and resources that have been granted to us to serve the absolute of the law."
YOU"So, if you see someone trying to murder an innocent man whose life is irrelevant to maintaining order in the Imperium, you simply walk on by?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Well, Rykad Minoris did fall on your watch..."
GlaitoThe Proctor looks you straight in the eye with cold impassivity. "Your suggestion that I could have prevented the disappearance of a star sounds almost flattering. And yet, I never dodge responsibility. Let the Emperor, in the hour of His final judgement, determine the measure of my guilt in what happened."
YOU"So, if you see someone trying to murder an innocent man whose life is irrelevant to maintaining order in the Imperium, you simply walk on by?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Well, Rykad Minoris did fall on your watch..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What about witches and Archenemy cults?"
Glaito"Those are indeed the greatest threat to the Imperium, and I never leave a heretic I meet without a bullet lodged inside them. But such matters are primarily handled by other forces, which are influential enough so as not to be mentioned out loud without a reason."
YOU"So, if you see someone trying to murder an innocent man whose life is irrelevant to maintaining order in the Imperium, you simply walk on by?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Well, Rykad Minoris did fall on your watch..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What about witches and Archenemy cults?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to ask you about something else."
Glaito"I am at your disposal."
YOU"What types of crimes do you usually handle?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just how far do the powers of the Adeptus Arbites extend?"
Glaito"As you saw for yourself on Rykad Minoris, quite far."
Glaito"The Arbites pass the sentence and carry it out summarily. Only the highest echelons of Terra and servants of the Inquisition — and Rogue Traders here in the Expanse — can expect the privilege of a trial. Planetary governors, nobility, clergy — to an Arbitrator, they are all equal before the law."
YOU"What types of crimes do you usually handle?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just how far do the powers of the Adeptus Arbites extend?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let us talk about the Lex Imperialis. I am curious to know how you interpret its essence."
Glaito"Testing me, are you? That is fine by me." Solomorne's tone becomes profound, even solemn: "The Lex Imperialis is both a code of law and the word of the God-Emperor Himself. For millennia, His decrees have been amassed and preserved on Holy Terra, in the Hall of Judgement, alongside the High Lords' orders. It is at once a titanic collection of edicts and a holy text."
YOU"But every world still has its own laws."
Glaito"It does. Your capital world operates under the Lex Dargonus, formed over many generations of the von Valancius line. However, the Lex Imperialis is the final word in every debate. It stands above any legal directives a planet may have, for it comes from the Emperor Himself."
YOU"But every world still has its own laws."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It sounds as if it is impossible to know the Lex Imperialis in its entirety."
Glaito"It would take longer than a lifetime to read through even a fraction of His Law. But there are fundamental, integral prescripts that every Arbitrator knows verbatim. These are the Injuncta Cardinal, inscribed on the walls of the Arbites precinct fortresses and etched into our ammo casings. We quote them as the indisputable truth and recite them like psalms as we charge into battle."
YOU"But every world still has its own laws."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It sounds as if it is impossible to know the Lex Imperialis in its entirety."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just how flawless is your memory of the core statutes of the Lex Imperialis?"
Glaito"Like any Arbitrator, I know the Injuncta Cardinal to the letter. Not a day has passed when I didn't recite the sacred laws from beginning to end — they are carved into my memory as distinctly as they are into the walls of our precinct fortresses and the casings of our ammunition. I would sooner forget my own name than a single word of the Injuncta Cardinal."
YOU"But every world still has its own laws."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It sounds as if it is impossible to know the Lex Imperialis in its entirety."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just how flawless is your memory of the core statutes of the Lex Imperialis?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There is a reverence in your words that feels almost religious."
Glaito"As it should. The codes of the Lex Imperialis are my prayer, and I believe that every Arbitrator's service is sacred, for it brings this imperfect reality closer to that inscribed in the Book of Judgement — closer to the God-Emperor's will."
YOU"But every world still has its own laws."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It sounds as if it is impossible to know the Lex Imperialis in its entirety."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just how flawless is your memory of the core statutes of the Lex Imperialis?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There is a reverence in your words that feels almost religious."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."
Glaito"I am listening."
YOU"What types of crimes do you usually handle?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just how far do the powers of the Adeptus Arbites extend?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let us talk about the Lex Imperialis. I am curious to know how you interpret its essence."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the mission of the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"
Glaito"To collect and guard the tithe. That does not mean we ignore other violations of the Lex Imperialis — we simply act within the scope of our limited resources, the first of which being our small numbers. Here in the Expanse, many believe themselves to be too far from the civilised parts of the Imperium to have need of the law. The presence of the Adeptus Arbites helps to remind those people that the Lex Imperialis is in effect wherever there is at least one human being."
YOU"What types of crimes do you usually handle?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just how far do the powers of the Adeptus Arbites extend?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let us talk about the Lex Imperialis. I am curious to know how you interpret its essence."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the mission of the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That will do."
GlaitoSolomorne nods faintly.
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."
Glaito"You prefer to have a better understanding of the people you travel with? That makes sense." Solomorne gives you a long, studying look. "Ask."
YOU"Where are you from?"
Glaito"Port Wander, in Calixis. The gateway to the Expanse, a monumental station, always covered in ships and bursting at the seams from all the dealers, pilgrims, mercenaries, and criminals. Compared to Port Wander, Footfall is just a lifeless rock in the void."
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"
Glaito"On Dargonus. Lady Theodora gave the top level of one of the spires over to the Arbites. A noble house used to occupy it, before it decided to stick its hand into the dynasty's coffers... By offering us such prominent lodgings, your predecessor both reinforced her ties to the Arbites and made an unambiguous gesture toward the nobility. She was a shrewd woman, and unforgiving."
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"
Glaito"I must admit, I was pleasantly surprised. I had expected something far less civilised, given that the Koronus Expanse is on the outskirts of the Imperium. Instead, Dargonus may even compare to some Calixian worlds in status and stability."
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"
Glaito"How?" Solomorne echoes the word with a grim smile. "The short answer is: the Schola Progenium. But I doubt you'd be satisfied with that. My father was an Arbitrator. A good one — or else they wouldn't have found him in an alley, filled with bullet holes. Someone who served with my father told me he was shot with ten different weapons and that he took at least four of the bastards down with him."
Glaito"I was sent to the Schola Progenium right after that, and the mentors there forged me into an Arbitrator. I was an eager student, thanks to the example of unyielding duty and dignity my father set for me. The only thing I didn't need to borrow from him was hate. He didn't instil that — it was always with me." Solomorne's gaze is completely emotionless. "I never doubted that criminal vermin deserve only execution, but it was my father's death that truly crystallised my hatred, made it complete."
YOU"Were you able to avenge your father?"
Glaito"No. I didn't want to. There was a time when I wasn't sure what to think of my father's death. Or rather, I tried not to think at all: I didn't look into the case, or for any other reason to go back to Port Wander — Arbitrators are never assigned to their homeworlds anyway. But when I was leaving Calixis, our ship spent several days docked at the station, and so, I permitted myself to go to the spot where my father was killed. I stood there for a while, and..." Solomorne's eyes stop on you. "Nothing. I knew that another Arbitrator would already have seen the investigation through. I had nothing left to do there."
YOU"Were you able to avenge your father?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hatred does not come from nowhere. It must have been your father's influence."
Glaito"It's possible. He didn't speak much. Sometimes we went days without saying a word to each other. The only time he was talkative was when he was going through his cases at night. He would inform me in terse and simple words who had sold out and why, what depravities the heretics from the lower hive levels had committed, what base motives the workers had had for hanging their foreman... All I did was listen, watch, and think. That was enough."
YOU"Were you able to avenge your father?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hatred does not come from nowhere. It must have been your father's influence."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You haven't said a word about your mother. Who was she?"
Glaito"From what my father told me, she was a principled woman of poor health. She died in childbirth. Not having known her might be the sole regret of my life."
YOU"Were you able to avenge your father?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hatred does not come from nowhere. It must have been your father's influence."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You haven't said a word about your mother. Who was she?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did you just make up that sorry tale or did it actually happen?"
Glaito"It's all true. I am a second-generation Arbitrator, and my father is as dead as it gets. I wonder if being killed in action runs in the family. I guess I should hold off until I have a kid." Not a muscle twitches in Solomorne's face, making it impossible to tell if he is joking.
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"
Glaito"You should ask the Marshal. I got my assignment, and that is all I know. I assume it's due to my experience: collecting tithes from worlds bordering on savagery and where people haven't seen a living Arbitrator in three generations is a task best left to a veteran."
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."
Glaito"This isn't banishment. Otherwise, the same would apply to the Marshal and all other Arbitrators in the Koronus Expanse. We are here because the Imperium needs its tithe, and that's all there is to it."
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"
Glaito"I suppose I have what you would call a proven and diverse track record: investigations, rebel suppressions, punitive raids — dozens of completed operations," Solomorne concludes dryly, without any hint of pride.
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."
Glaito"There was this one time... I was part of a raid on a gang of mutants. I excelled in battle, received an award, and was promoted to Proctor." Solomorne pauses. "That is all."
YOU"Are you mocking me?"
Glaito"I just hoped it would discourage you. I only know how to give a full and exact account, and this story about lost limbs and odious abominations... I wasn't sure if a Rogue Trader would appreciate having to listen to all that."
YOU"Are you mocking me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am the kind of Rogue Trader who likes to hear all the gory details. Tell me everything!"
Glaito"Very well." He raises his metal hand and slowly clenches it into a fist. "Have you ever been eaten alive? I have."
Glaito"That raid I mentioned was compromised. The enemy had been tipped off to our operation, and we had walked into a trap. Some mutant decided to chew my arm off. That was a mistake: since I couldn't free myself, I pushed my hand down his throat, grabbed something inside, and used him as a shield. While the thing was gnawing on my bones and spraying me with ichor and my own blood, I opened fire on the rest of the scum. That little manoeuvre bought my unit a few critical seconds."
YOU"Are you mocking me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am the kind of Rogue Trader who likes to hear all the gory details. Tell me everything!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are not getting off that easily, Solomorne. I need details."
Glaito"Very well." He raises his metal hand and slowly clenches it into a fist. "Have you ever been eaten alive? I have."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am fortunate to be fighting on the same side as you."
Glaito"Fortune has little to do with it. You have formed an alliance with the Arbites, just as your predecessor did. My presence here is only the expected result of your decisions."
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."
Glaito"...special? Breathtaking? Dangerous?" Solomorne arches an eyebrow and takes a full step forward. He is standing close to you now, too close. "It takes two to answer that question. I know what I want." His gaze travels down your body. "But what is it you want?"
YOU[Take his hand] "Would you like to find out?"
GlaitoSolomorne's voice is quiet and serious. "Before I answer that... I overheard your officers talking, and I think that you might break someone's heart. Are you sure this won't feel like a mistake to you later?"
YOU"Never mind that. I've made my choice."
GlaitoA warm light appears in his gaze. "In that case, my answer to your question is yes."
end of branch
YOU"You are right. We should just stop now."
GlaitoSolomorne gives a respectful nod. "As you wish."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."
Glaito"Is anything happening at all? I thought we had cleared this up — I lied, and there is nothing between us that isn't dictated by duty."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."
Glaito"That is an order I will be pleased to comply with."
end of branch
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."
GlaitoSolomorne's stony expression becomes slightly more animated. "You hear that, Glaito? The Rogue Trader himself/herself is asking about you."
YOU"Why did you call him Glaito?"
Glaito"His serial number is GL-80. 'Glaito' is easier to say in Gothic. Many give their cyber-mastiffs striking names like 'Slayer' or 'Thunder.' I'm fine with 'Glaito.'"
YOU"Why did you call him Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What can your dog do?"
Glaito"He mostly provides combat support. He is trained in both lethal and non-lethal ways of disabling a target, with the ability to analyse a situation and then decide on a course of action. Glaito is a good tracker too, and he can spot basic evidence. He also knows over a hundred commands. In general..." Solomorne pauses, looking pensively at the cyber-mastiff sitting at attention. "He is more resourceful and diligent than most people I've met."
YOU"What about his augmetics?"
Glaito"Glaito, ready." The cyber-mastiff promptly stands up, and Solomorne starts pointing out the different parts of the dog's body: "The frame is mostly metal, with armoured plates covering the vital segments. The jaw is reinforced — crunching a leg off is like tearing a hair out for him." He turns Glaito's head to give you a better view of the fangs — as if their terrifying size were not apparent to the naked eye.
GlaitoSolomorne ruffles the dog's hair, staring straight into its eyes. "I don't even know a tenth of all the things Glaito is fitted with, but it's an impressive list, to be sure. Take the sensors in his nose, for one — a cyber-mastiff is like an odour analysis laboratory." He pats Glaito on the back. "All right, that's that. Glaito, attention."
YOU"What about his augmetics?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What commands does he know?"
Glaito"They range from 'kill' and 'guard' and the like to more complex guard and patrol protocols. A protocol is a combination of behavioural patterns, which the cyber-mastiff follows according to the present situation. In other words, I don't have to control Glaito all the time — he can adjust and react to the circumstances on his own."
YOU"What about his augmetics?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What commands does he know?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"
GlaitoThe cyber-mastiff yawns, casually baring a terrifying arsenal of razor-like teeth.
Glaito"You know as well as I do there is no point in having such a command, as it would put the cyber-mastiff in a position that makes it harder to attack the enemy. Or are you testing his augmetics? Well, regardless, Glaito is behaving as he should by ignoring someone else's order."
YOU"What about his augmetics?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What commands does he know?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That will do."
Glaito"As you wish."
YOU"Why did you call him Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What can your dog do?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is Glaito fully servitorised, or is some part of him still a living dog?"
Glaito"Generally, cyber-mastiffs have all aspects of their animal nature removed, but Glaito is a special case. His sub-model takes a dog's loyalty and instincts as a hunter and guard and renders them absolute. He is neither a dog nor a servitor — he is something much more: a cyber-mastiff, a living weapon in service of the law."
YOU"Why did you call him Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What can your dog do?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is Glaito fully servitorised, or is some part of him still a living dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You talk about him as if he were a tool. Do you not feel attached to your dog at all?"
Glaito"Glaito is not a pet. He is an instrument of justice. As am I."
YOU"And you would be willing to sacrifice him for your mission?"
Glaito"I haven't had to so far. I do not spend time contemplating such things — it is a fruitless pastime at best."
YOU"And you would be willing to sacrifice him for your mission?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did I mishear, or did you just say you consider yourself to be on the same level as your dog?"
Glaito"Him, or any other weapon that lies in the hands of the law. Only my service to the Lex Imperialis determines the 'level' on which I stand."
YOU"And you would be willing to sacrifice him for your mission?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did I mishear, or did you just say you consider yourself to be on the same level as your dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Proctor, evidence suggests that you are not quite so indifferent to Glaito as you want people to believe."
Glaito"Impossible — you've found me out." Solomorne raises an eyebrow. "Yes, I am one hundredth of a percent less indifferent than I let on."
YOU"Why did you call him Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What can your dog do?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is Glaito fully servitorised, or is some part of him still a living dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You talk about him as if he were a tool. Do you not feel attached to your dog at all?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He only listens to you, then?"
Glaito"Correct. Both his training and his augmetics ensure that Glaito only accepts orders from me or from my superior officers. Apart from having the obvious benefits, it also serves to prevent disarray on missions involving multiple cyber-mastiff handlers."
YOU"Why did you call him Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What can your dog do?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is Glaito fully servitorised, or is some part of him still a living dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You talk about him as if he were a tool. Do you not feel attached to your dog at all?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He only listens to you, then?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."
GlaitoSolomorne says nothing, his attention focused on his dog.
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."
Glaito"I have never been a part of a Rogue Trader's escort before. That said..." Solomorne glances around the bridge. "I adapt to change more quickly than you might think. And as long as Glaito is with me, I can handle any transition."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."
GlaitoThe cyber-mastiff pricks up his ears, examining you with an intelligent look that seems anything but bestial.
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"
Glaito"You want to repeat your triumph? I cannot guarantee Glaito will be so calm this time."
Glaito"I am beginning to think you enjoy pain."
Glaito"I must remind you that Glaito is a living weapon. If you like the number of fingers you have, do not touch the dog."
YOU"I am still going to pet him!"
Glaito"I am sure a Rogue Trader can afford the best implants."
YOU"Can't you ask Glaito to sit still for a moment?"
GlaitoSolomorne gives you a long stare. "No."
YOU"I, Rogue Trader [Name] von Valancius, order you to order Glaito to sit still!"
Glaito"You demand that I violate not the protocol of cyber-mastiff handling, but the principles of the Adeptus Arbites themselves. Those principles state that Glaito is a weapon, and Arbitrators never use their weapons for the amusement of noble persons."
YOU"I, Rogue Trader [Name] von Valancius, order you to order Glaito to sit still!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Would it kill you to do me this small favour?"
Glaito"If I had a throne for every time I turned down a plea, I would have enough to buy your flagship." He rubs the bridge of his nose. "For your own preservation, drop this idea of yours."
YOU"I, Rogue Trader [Name] von Valancius, order you to order Glaito to sit still!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Would it kill you to do me this small favour?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am still going to pet him!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I suppose my fingers do have sentimental value."
GlaitoSolomorne nods. "Wise choice."
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"
GlaitoGlaito tolerates your touch for exactly one second before jerking his head away, tossing your hand away from him.
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"
Glaito"Probably never. That's just how Arbites dogs are. But Glaito definitely has a soft spot for you, considering he's not gnawing on your hand anymore."
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."
GlaitoGlaito looks at the treat with indifference.
Glaito"Glaito is not a house pet, Rogue Trader — trying to feed him will get you nowhere. He only eats out of my hands and only at specific times — strict training. It protects the cyber-mastiff against deliberate poisoning and other ill intents. Basically, don't waste your time, or your meat."
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"
GlaitoThe cyber-mastiff yawns, casually baring a terrifying arsenal of razor-like teeth.
Glaito"You know as well as I do there is no point in having such a command, as it would put the cyber-mastiff in a position that makes it harder to attack the enemy. Or are you testing his augmetics? Well, regardless, Glaito is behaving as he should by ignoring someone else's order."
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"
Glaito"Sometimes, I let him play with heretics' corpses." Solomorne pauses. "That was a joke. If you're asking about entertainment, that concept does not really apply to an Arbites dog. But I like to imagine that Glaito is enthusiastic about training with me, that he enjoys running long distances at my side. And, during target practice, he always seems eager to hear me give the attack order."
YOU"That can't be all of it, can it?"
YOU"I think you and Glaito could do with your own training ground. I will order a space be prepared in one of the compartments and have it outfitted with everything you need."
Glaito"The equipment needs to be sturdy — Glaito is unstoppable when he's not holding back." The corners of Solomorne's mouth curl upward. "Thank you."
YOU"That can't be all of it, can it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I think you and Glaito could do with your own training ground. I will order a space be prepared in one of the compartments and have it outfitted with everything you need."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."
Glaito"I am listening."
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."
GlaitoThe cyber-mastiff growls quietly — it seems he does not take kindly to anyone making eye contact with him for more than a second.
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."
Glaito"The Marshal may see this as a sign that the alliance between your dynasty and the Adeptus Arbites is broken. What should I tell him?"
YOU"I think I would like to keep my ties to the Adeptus Arbites. You may stay for now."
Glaito"As you command." The Proctor's expression is impossible to read.
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."
Glaito"You know where to find me, Rogue Trader."
end of branch
YOU"Tell him that, as of this moment, I want nothing to do with any lawmen. You and your Marshal are never to disturb me again, or I will have you all removed from Dargonus. Dismissed."
Glaito"Acknowledged. I will disembark at the first opportunity and deliver your words to the Marshal. Farewell, Rogue Trader."
end of branch
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"That is a useless command, Rogue Trader. A cyber-mastiff must always be in an advantageous position to attack the enemy. Glaito can crawl or move stealthily if the situation calls for it, but, regardless, he will not respond to someone else's order."
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
GlaitoThe cyber-mastiff gnashes his fangs a hair's breadth away from your fingers, preventing you from touching him.
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am still going to pet him!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I suppose my fingers do have sentimental value."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Would it kill you to do me this small favour?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am still going to pet him!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I suppose my fingers do have sentimental value."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I suppose my fingers do have sentimental value."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Duty comes before attachments to you, I see. Admirable."
Glaito"So, we understand each other. Good."
YOU"Why did you call him Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What can your dog do?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is Glaito fully servitorised, or is some part of him still a living dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You talk about him as if he were a tool. Do you not feel attached to your dog at all?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He only listens to you, then?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will never believe that Glaito is just an instrument to you."
Glaito"What you want to see in me is a flaw — a weakness that would make me a simpler man, easier to understand. But trust me: you don't need a man like that in your escort, nor does the Imperium have use for such servants."
YOU"Why did you call him Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What can your dog do?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is Glaito fully servitorised, or is some part of him still a living dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You talk about him as if he were a tool. Do you not feel attached to your dog at all?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He only listens to you, then?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Proctor, evidence suggests that you are not quite so indifferent to Glaito as you want people to believe."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Duty comes before attachments to you, I see. Admirable."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will never believe that Glaito is just an instrument to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did I mishear, or did you just say you consider yourself to be on the same level as your dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Proctor, evidence suggests that you are not quite so indifferent to Glaito as you want people to believe."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Duty comes before attachments to you, I see. Admirable."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will never believe that Glaito is just an instrument to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He only listens to you, then?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You talk about him as if he were a tool. Do you not feel attached to your dog at all?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He only listens to you, then?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"That is a useless command, Rogue Trader. A cyber-mastiff must always be in an advantageous position to attack the enemy. Glaito can crawl or move stealthily if the situation calls for it, but, regardless, he will not respond to someone else's order."
YOU"What about his augmetics?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What commands does he know?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That will do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That will do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That will do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What commands does he know?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That will do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is Glaito fully servitorised, or is some part of him still a living dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You talk about him as if he were a tool. Do you not feel attached to your dog at all?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He only listens to you, then?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What can your dog do?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is Glaito fully servitorised, or is some part of him still a living dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You talk about him as if he were a tool. Do you not feel attached to your dog at all?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He only listens to you, then?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"Of course, [Name]." Solomorne maintains his composure, but his eyes are smiling.
YOU"You know, you jumping from 'it's only for one night' to 'I am in love with you after all' feels more than a little strange."
Glaito"I am... a little out of my depth here. My life has been one of service, and, in my line of duty, I am more frequently faced with the question of a person's guilt than with my feelings toward them. This is the first time I have felt drawn to anyone like this, so, I hope you can forgive my inexperience."
YOU"You know, you jumping from 'it's only for one night' to 'I am in love with you after all' feels more than a little strange."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will be waiting for you in my chambers."
Glaito"That is an order I will be pleased to comply with."
end of branch
YOU"We should stop seeing each other."
Glaito"Did I... hear you correctly? You want everything to end?"
YOU"Yes. It's over."
GlaitoHis jaw clenched, Solomorne says with a frown, "If such is your wish, then it is done. I dare not demand an explanation."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I don't know why I said that. Forget I mentioned it."
GlaitoSolomorne gives an uncertain nod as his wary gaze remains fixed on you.
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just know that what we have is something I hold very dear."
Glaito"You disarm me with your words." Solomorne's voice is quieter than usual, as if this admission does not come easily to him.
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will be waiting for you in my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should stop seeing each other."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just know that what we have is something I hold very dear."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"Are you talking about the night we spent together? I do not think we should attach any greater meaning to it than it's worth."
YOU"It could turn into something more."
Glaito"That would be an impediment to service — yours and mine."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We will see about that, Solomorne."
Glaito"I am rarely mistaken in such matters, Rogue Trader."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I agree. Let's forget it ever happened."
Glaito"As you will, Rogue Trader."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What I mean is that none of this is worth my attention. You can stop worrying — I am not interested in you anymore."
Glaito"Well, you have made yourself perfectly clear. Let us keep our association strictly related to duty from now on."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
GlaitoA warm light appears in his gaze. "And what happens if I say yes?"
end of branch
YOU"Hold on. We had better stop."
GlaitoSolomorne gives a respectful nod. "As you wish."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."
Glaito"I am listening."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That's nothing. I've been through worse."
Glaito"I believe you. A Rogue Trader's throne does not tolerate weaklings or idiots."
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Parade your wit before me again, Arbitrator, and I'll have you swabbing the lower decks. Is that clear?"
Glaito"Understood. My response was both inappropriate and disrespectful." Solomorne humbly bows his head.
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If your goal was to anger me, you have succeeded. To the warp with your story. Do not reply to me in such a fashion ever again."
Glaito"Understood. My response was both inappropriate and disrespectful." Solomorne humbly bows his head.continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are not getting off that easily, Solomorne. I need details."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am fortunate to be fighting on the same side as you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That's nothing. I've been through worse."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Parade your wit before me again, Arbitrator, and I'll have you swabbing the lower decks. Is that clear?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If your goal was to anger me, you have succeeded. To the warp with your story. Do not reply to me in such a fashion ever again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am the kind of Rogue Trader who likes to hear all the gory details. Tell me everything!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are not getting off that easily, Solomorne. I need details."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am fortunate to be fighting on the same side as you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That's nothing. I've been through worse."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Parade your wit before me again, Arbitrator, and I'll have you swabbing the lower decks. Is that clear?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If your goal was to anger me, you have succeeded. To the warp with your story. Do not reply to me in such a fashion ever again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It seems you were born to become an Arbitrator."
Glaito"Born? I don't believe in predetermination, but I know that every man's destiny is to serve the Imperium. In my case, the Imperium deemed me worthy of an Arbites rank, a heavy shotgun, and Glaito. Not sure what else there is to wish for."
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did you just make up that sorry tale or did it actually happen?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It seems you were born to become an Arbitrator."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You haven't said a word about your mother. Who was she?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did you just make up that sorry tale or did it actually happen?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It seems you were born to become an Arbitrator."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hatred does not come from nowhere. It must have been your father's influence."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You haven't said a word about your mother. Who was she?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did you just make up that sorry tale or did it actually happen?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It seems you were born to become an Arbitrator."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where are you from?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where in the Koronus Expanse were you living prior to coming aboard my ship?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you find Dargonus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you become an Arbitrator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What brought you specifically to the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A transfer here sounds more like banishment to me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What kinds of assignments did you handle before you were appointed to overseeing tithe cases?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you been on any especially dangerous cases? I would like to hear about your accomplishments."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Take half a step toward Solomorne and smile] "Be honest: do you think there is a chance for something to start between us? Something..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That will do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There is a reverence in your words that feels almost religious."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just how flawless is your memory of the core statutes of the Lex Imperialis?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There is a reverence in your words that feels almost religious."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It sounds as if it is impossible to know the Lex Imperialis in its entirety."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just how flawless is your memory of the core statutes of the Lex Imperialis?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There is a reverence in your words that feels almost religious."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the mission of the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That will do."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"Quite far, which comes as an unwelcome surprise to many in the Expanse."
Glaito"The Arbites pass the sentence and carry it out summarily. Only the highest echelons of Terra and servants of the Inquisition — and Rogue Traders here in the Expanse — can expect the privilege of a trial. Planetary governors, nobility, clergy — to an Arbitrator, they are all equal before the law."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let us talk about the Lex Imperialis. I am curious to know how you interpret its essence."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the mission of the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That will do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to ask you about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What about witches and Archenemy cults?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to ask you about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Well, Rykad Minoris did fall on your watch..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What about witches and Archenemy cults?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to ask you about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just how far do the powers of the Adeptus Arbites extend?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let us talk about the Lex Imperialis. I am curious to know how you interpret its essence."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is the mission of the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That will do."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I prefer the mission-focused Solomorne."
Glaito"So do I. I'm more used to having orders and a plan of action — and elimination targets instead of interlocutors. But, every now and then, I have to suffer through these bouts of downtime."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Make the hand signal for "understood"]
GlaitoSolomorne responds with an equally curt gesture, signalling his assent.
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"The Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse are in need of reorganisation. The recent events have shown that we cannot continue to serve the Lex Imperialis the way we did before — I will use the experience I have gained while travelling with you to ensure that less blood is spilt, both that of the judges and of the convicted. Quite the task, considering that Arbitrators do not know the meaning of redemption or mercy."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
GlaitoSolomorne folds his arms and looks up at the lumens on the ceiling. "By the Lex, I don't even know where to start... Strachs has left me only ruins, and now, the Arbites will have to make up for his disgrace and its own paltry numbers with fierce service such as to inspire terror and awe. I will reforge the Arbitrators into a new elite and begin writing the Lex Koronus in the blood of any who dare show defiance in the face of our mission."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"Whatever lies ahead, the Arbites will not interfere in von Valancius matters again." Solomorne's gaze darkens. "Once the other dynasties take notice, they will almost certainly refuse to cooperate with the Adeptus Arbites. These will be trying times."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"The Marshal's removal is sure to become a test of the Arbites spirit, but I believe in the Arbitrators' perseverance. We were taught to do our duty no matter the circumstances, and even while we are leaderless, the Lex Imperialis will guide us through."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"Whatever lies ahead, the Arbites will not interfere in von Valancius matters again." Solomorne's gaze darkens. "Once the other dynasties take notice, they will almost certainly refuse to cooperate with the Adeptus Arbites. These will be trying times."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"I think that in the end, Gregoras's actions were only human. Trapped in the Koronus Expanse, he was faced with the task of guarding the entirety of the sector's tithe — he needed the wisdom of someone who could lighten his load."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"I am thankful to you for sparing Gregoras's life. He would have preferred execution — like all Arbitrators, he feels duty-bound to accept his punishment. I intend to visit my former commander on occasion — I don't want to leave him alone with his guilt."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"I see a far more serious problem in his crime. Both his mentors at the Schola Progenium who overlooked his weakness and even Lord Marshal Goreman himself, who granted Strachs his high rank — part of the blame may lie with them. I will never bow down to the senior officers of the Arbites again — any one of them could be unworthy of their station."
YOU"I know you had great respect for the Marshal. His crime must have come as a blow to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You stood against me. I want to be certain that will not happen again."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What do you suppose awaits the Adeptus Arbites in the Koronus Expanse?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What are your plans as the future Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Have you already had the recording device extracted?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I believe we have discussed everything."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about Leethus for now."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"'Trouble' is putting it mildly. It is as though you had mutated into something utterly strange."
Glaito"I change in order to better serve the Lex — is that not part of my duty?" The Proctor shifts his gaze from you to Glaito. "I did not expect to hear such words from you, considering... Well, it doesn't matter. You said what you thought you needed to say."
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on who might have been behind the attack on the barges?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The matter of the watcher of Leethus has cast a shadow over my dynasty, but I want you to know: I am loyal to the Emperor's Law."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Trying to adhere to the Lex Imperialis causes more harm than good. Do you still not see it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You no longer follow the letter of the Lex Imperialis, and your proposal regarding the fate of the Expanse's tithe proves it. Am I correct?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How fares Proctor Yeager?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about Leethus for now."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I only wanted to hear your opinion, nothing more."
Glaito"Then let's leave it at that."
YOU"Do you have any thoughts on who might have been behind the attack on the barges?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The matter of the watcher of Leethus has cast a shadow over my dynasty, but I want you to know: I am loyal to the Emperor's Law."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Trying to adhere to the Lex Imperialis causes more harm than good. Do you still not see it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You no longer follow the letter of the Lex Imperialis, and your proposal regarding the fate of the Expanse's tithe proves it. Am I correct?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How fares Proctor Yeager?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about Leethus for now."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"Narrow interpretations of the Lex Imperialis are a leash designed to prevent weak and short-sighted Arbitrators from stumbling. I have long since outgrown the confines of this system, and I can see its flaws. If I must break something and build it back up again in the name of keeping order in the Imperium, then that is what I will do."
Glaito"Since you have brought it up — does it trouble you that I have found a new path of service for myself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How fares Proctor Yeager?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about Leethus for now."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You no longer follow the letter of the Lex Imperialis, and your proposal regarding the fate of the Expanse's tithe proves it. Am I correct?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How fares Proctor Yeager?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about Leethus for now."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Trying to adhere to the Lex Imperialis causes more harm than good. Do you still not see it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You no longer follow the letter of the Lex Imperialis, and your proposal regarding the fate of the Expanse's tithe proves it. Am I correct?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How fares Proctor Yeager?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about Leethus for now."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should not make guesses."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you have a suspect in mind, I would appreciate it if you spoke plainly."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should not make guesses."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect recently employed some mercenaries. An interesting coincidence..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you have a suspect in mind, I would appreciate it if you spoke plainly."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should not make guesses."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The matter of the watcher of Leethus has cast a shadow over my dynasty, but I want you to know: I am loyal to the Emperor's Law."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Trying to adhere to the Lex Imperialis causes more harm than good. Do you still not see it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You no longer follow the letter of the Lex Imperialis, and your proposal regarding the fate of the Expanse's tithe proves it. Am I correct?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How fares Proctor Yeager?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about Leethus for now."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"Firmly. It was your words that pulled me out of that darkness, and you have my gratitude."
Glaito"My faith has overpowered my disappointment and hatred. It is true that people are weak and full of vices, but that's not what's important. All that matters is that the letter of His Law is perfect, and that it guides me — His word, and nothing else."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"I've been reflecting on the spirit of His Law and what the Emperor Himself wants for us. If anyone had told me before that I would be thinking about things like that, I probably would have caved their face in. But the truth is, I no longer see heresy in such thoughts. No, it's the opposite: I feel like they bring me closer to the Emperor."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"I still have the same hatred boiling inside me, but now, I have means of releasing it — by bringing it down on criminal carrion, and not just on them. Every doubter, every freethinker, anyone who shows any sign of being unreliable, I will judge as I would an outright heretic. Only then will I make people respect the Lex Imperialis."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If even Arbitrators are capable of violating the law, what does that say about the rest of Humanity?"
Glaito"You understand." Solomorne exhales loudly. "It has been gnawing at me for so long... I guess I just needed to hear another human being voice my own thoughts. Thank you."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am sorry that you had to do that to your friend. You deserved better."
YOU"What do you wish to tell me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough vapid tragedy — one dead traitor does not warrant this much handwringing."
Glaito"Maybe you're right." Solomorne fixes Glaito's already perfectly straight collar. "Maybe."continues where this line first appears above
GlaitoFor a moment, your breathing falters and your vision goes dark as ghosts of unbearable pain overwhelm you. Solomorne's eyes glimmer with understanding, and he falls silent, giving you time to catch your breath.
YOU"What is an exaction squad?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"An exaction squad... I see. A well-warranted measure."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did the heretics capture you instead of just killing you on the spot?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How did you survive your captivity?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened next?"continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"We ran into an ambush during a raid, all because Emmerson sold us out to a crime syndicate."
Glaito"I was badly wounded in the fight, lying on the floor, barely alive. The rest of the squad had gone to scout the area, and Emmerson stayed to guard me. He didn't notice that I was awake — he was talking over the vox. He kept demanding bigger payment, and when he started giving our coordinates, I shot him in the back of the head." Solomorne places a hand on Glaito's neck. "I figured that we weren't making it out of there alive, so I logged my final report, attached my vox to Glaito's collar, and told him to return to the headquarters. Then, I passed out again, and when I came to, I had already been captured. The heretics tortured me for days, but I held on until the exaction squad arrived."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you re-centred yourself?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is Glaito? Do you two act as one again?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Did the Marshal contact you about your reinstatement?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Pardon me, but exactly which part of that was heartfelt?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Yes, indeed, how utterly sentimental of the old man."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have asked all I wanted."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"On second thought, maybe Thassera was not all that impressive after all."
Glaito"I am certainly no expert or point of reference on this subject. Perhaps you are simply hard to impress — you are a Rogue Trader, after all."
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"Very well, if you insist, let me think about it one more time... The wine smelled like wash, the Impostor Hunt was a plot — I fail to see anything appealing there — and the rest of the festivities had all the characteristics of degradation. I believe that covers everything."
YOU"You are simply no good at enjoying yourself."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There must have been something that appealed to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What a boring man you are!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"On second thought, maybe Thassera was not all that impressive after all."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"No, wait a second." He stops himself, raising a finger. "I don't know why, but I enjoyed seeing that augmented beast roam free."
YOU"You are simply no good at enjoying yourself."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There must have been something that appealed to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What a boring man you are!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"On second thought, maybe Thassera was not all that impressive after all."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What a boring man you are!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"On second thought, maybe Thassera was not all that impressive after all."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"You are quite right, and I am almost proud of it — what kind of Arbitrator would stoop to idle revelry, or, Throne forbid, dancing?"
YOU"You are simply no good at enjoying yourself."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There must have been something that appealed to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What a boring man you are!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"On second thought, maybe Thassera was not all that impressive after all."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There must have been something that appealed to you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What a boring man you are!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"On second thought, maybe Thassera was not all that impressive after all."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Think what you will, but I am capable of assuming responsibility and owning up to my mistakes."
Glaito"You are the ruler of an entire protectorate — I would not presume to judge you based on a single incident. If it seems like I am censuring you, that's just my face. And voice. And choice of words. It really is hard to readjust to normal conversation after so many years spent in interrogation rooms..."
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do not be so angry, Solomorne. The prefect started pressuring me, so I said the first thing that came to my mind."
Glaito"You are the ruler of an entire protectorate — I would not presume to judge you based on a single incident. If it seems like I am censuring you, that's just my face. And voice. And choice of words. It really is hard to readjust to normal conversation after so many years spent in interrogation rooms..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's done is done, but you should know: I need people who are not afraid to criticise my actions."
GlaitoSolomorne looks slightly puzzled by your response. "I am not really in a position to edify a Rogue Trader, but... Well, when it comes to honesty and impartiality, you can count on me."
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Slap Solomorne] "You think you can judge me? Remember: I am the Rogue Trader, and you have no right to object to a word I say!"
GlaitoDead silence falls over the bridge in the wake of the loud noise, but it lasts only a moment. The officers hurry to return to their duties for fear of drawing your attention.
GlaitoSolomorne touches his cheek with his metal fingers. "I would have preferred a shot in the leg instead... Ah, that's right — I am not allowed to object. In that case, thank you for teaching me a lesson — this brazen detractor is sure to benefit from it."
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."continues where this line first appears above
GlaitoSolomorne raises his chin with dignity. "You may consider my recommendation flawed; however, I did not force you to act on it. I have nothing more to add."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"By the way, I ran into that young woman recently, Maive. Curtsies to anyone she meets, big smile on her face. I cannot express how much she irritates me, but she is definitely harmless. It is a valuable talent to know when someone poses no threat and can be put to good use."
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"You servitorised that young woman, Maive — a severe measure, but it was the right call. Now the enemy won't be able to take advantage of her naivety again."
YOU"What do you think we could have done to satisfy the prefect?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The prefect can say what she likes — I am convinced that I made the right choice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your advice led to me appearing before the Administratum in an unfavourable light. We should have handled the thassertium situation differently."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am curious: did you like any of the entertainment we saw on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough about that."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 4 of 28
Glaito"Rogue Trader. I will be straight with you: I know your personal affections have changed." His expression is as impervious as a wall of ceramite. "Seeing as everything is already decided, let us return to a strictly professional relationship, as it should have been from the start."
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
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GlaitoSolomorne greets you with his chest thrust out like he was preparing to go into battle. "Thank you for finding the time to discuss my report. I would ask that we hold this conversation in private. Might I suggest your study, Rogue Trader?"
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Entry point 6 of 28
GlaitoSolomorne gives you a curt nod in greeting. "Rogue Trader?"
YOU"I am ready to hear your report on alleged collusion among the officers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show him the data-slate] "Solomorne, I happened to read something here, and I have a few questions."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to talk now about the intriguing contents of your data-slate — in my quarters."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Shall we discuss the mission on Thassera?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should discuss your return from Vheabos VI."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what happened on Leethus."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have questions about what transpired at the Palace of Justice."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Am I imagining it, or do you seem... relaxed?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Tell me about the Adeptus Arbites."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wish to know more about you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I want to talk about what is happening between us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have missed you, Solomorne. Come to my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"About your cyber-mastiff..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"It must feel strange to be without your unit."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hello, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have no further need of you. Leave the ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have other business to attend to."continues where this line first appears above
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GlaitoYou carefully bring an open hand closer to the cyber-mastiff's face and wait for his reaction. Glaito's dark eyes are watching you, a crimson spark smouldering within. At last, you touch the back of his neck and start stroking his rough fur, your fingers brushing against the cold edges of the dog's augmetics.
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
Glaito"Have you decided to make an exception for the Emperor's anointed, Glaito?" Glaito puts his ears down under his master's gaze. "Fine. Congratulations on your achievement, Rogue Trader. Glaito has never allowed anyone to do that before."
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
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GlaitoThe sickening crunch is soon followed by searing pain. And yet, the huge teeth threatening to take your whole limb off sink only briefly into your flesh. Despite the copious amounts of blood, your hand remains in place.
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
GlaitoSolomorne frowns. "Glaito, couldn't you honour the Rogue Trader with a lighter bite? Well, you shouldn't blame him. That was a standard warning hold, and pretty clean, too — you will only need a dozen stitches."
YOU[Grab your weapon] "Blasted mongrel! I'll teach you to behave!"
GlaitoSolomorne's hand darts between you and the dog. "A cyber-mastiff's handler bears sole responsibility for its actions. You may punish me, but me alone."
YOU[Grab your weapon] "Blasted mongrel! I'll teach you to behave!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Then I want you to experience first-hand just how sharp this thing's teeth are."
GlaitoHe nonchalantly removes a piece of his armour, baring his remaining human forearm. "Glaito, target DX-1 — warning attack." The cyber-mastiff bites down on his master's arm without hesitation, shaking it about viciously and spraying you with hot blood.
GlaitoAfter affixing the armour back over his shredded arm, Solomorne mutters through gritted teeth, "If that is all, I must visit the medbay now. After you, of course."
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Smile through the pain] "Good... boy, Glaito."
Glaito"Did you hear that, Glaito? It's not often you receive praise from a Rogue Trader. Speak!" The cyber-mastiff lets out a thunderous bark. "Let's say Glaito has expressed his respect and apologised."
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's move on."
Glaito"I would only ask that you no longer try to... interact with Glaito in this way."
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Then I want you to experience first-hand just how sharp this thing's teeth are."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Smile through the pain] "Good... boy, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's move on."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 9 of 28
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YOU"You know, you jumping from 'it's only for one night' to 'I am in love with you after all' feels more than a little strange."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will be waiting for you in my chambers."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We should stop seeing each other."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just know that what we have is something I hold very dear."continues where this line first appears above
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GlaitoHe lets out a small cough. "Fine, let me satisfy your curiosity. I do have a special exercise that helps to sharpen Glaito's hunting instincts: I take a few ammo casings and hide them in hard-to-reach places. One time, after a raid on a manufactorum, I gave him a whole abandoned workshop to run around in, but I also played a trick on him by throwing one casing onto a ceiling beam. Then, it was Glaito's turn to play tricks: he waited under the beam until I walked up to him, then, he jumped onto my shoulders and climbed to the top. He cut my temple open with his claw and almost broke my clavicle, but he got the casing."
YOU"That can't be all of it, can it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I think you and Glaito could do with your own training ground. I will order a space be prepared in one of the compartments and have it outfitted with everything you need."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 19 of 28
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Entry point 21 of 28
Glaito"It's everything that can hone Glaito's skills and instincts or otherwise prove useful in our duty."
YOU"That can't be all of it, can it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I think you and Glaito could do with your own training ground. I will order a space be prepared in one of the compartments and have it outfitted with everything you need."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Pet the dog] "You are a fine and loyal companion, aren't you, Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"When is he going to let me pet him already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Give the dog a piece of dried meat] "Here you go, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Glaito, down!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Does Glaito have a favourite type of training or some other pastime of choice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Serve with duty and honour, Glaito."continues where this line first appears above
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Entry point 23 of 28
GlaitoYou cannot shake the feeling that your question has offended Solomorne somehow — there is a certain vehemence in the way he describes Glaito's outstanding qualities.
YOU"Why did you call him Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What can your dog do?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is Glaito fully servitorised, or is some part of him still a living dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You talk about him as if he were a tool. Do you not feel attached to your dog at all?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He only listens to you, then?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 24 of 28
GlaitoSolomorne speaks without emotion, simply stating the facts — this clearly is not the first time he has answered such a question about Glaito.
YOU"Why did you call him Glaito?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What can your dog do?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Is Glaito fully servitorised, or is some part of him still a living dog?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You talk about him as if he were a tool. Do you not feel attached to your dog at all?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He only listens to you, then?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I see."continues where this line first appears above