Seberian"You..." Seberian abruptly falls silent. The wrinkles around his organic eye smooth out. When his gaze slides over your companions and comes to rest on you, there is not even a flicker of his past feeling in it, only the haughty coldness with which he met you for the first time.
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SeberianThe stately nobleman is wearing a uniform in von Valancius colours. Augments cover his face, the only surviving part of which is a taut scrap of grey, inflamed skin and a bright blue eye. The Rogue Trader watches you with interest as you take in his appearance.
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"
SeberianA harsh, unpleasant sound bursts from the vox-grille, briefly deafening you. "I see the acolytes of Diodas are hard at work! Wagging their tongues, in this case. I hope you have not repeated this absurd rumour to anyone? If false news of my demise reaches my vassals, we may never see any reinforcements!"
YOU"I never thought I would find you alive. We are caught in a trap, and we must flee."
Seberian"A trap? The Inquisition is a dangerous foe, no doubt about that. Nevertheless, this foe still stands on my land, in my protectorate. Diodas is doomed to failure."
YOU[Show him Seberian's diary] "If you don't believe me, then look at this. The truth is written in your own hand."
Seberian"What is this? 'The Litany of the Last Repentance'? You must be joking. It does not befit me to write such words." Despite the fact that Seberian is holding his own diary, his confusion seems genuine.
YOU[Show him Seberian's diary] "If you don't believe me, then look at this. The truth is written in your own hand."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you recognise the name 'Amella'?"
SeberianSeberian's hand darts toward his weapon, the augmented fingers locking around the grip with a hiss. "How do you know that name? Who else have you told? Wait a moment. You can't be..." Coming to some conclusion known only to him, the Rogue Trader relaxes. "I will keep your identity a secret. Amella is my ally and protector, and I had faith that she would not leave me to fend off Diodas alone."
YOU[Show him Seberian's diary] "If you don't believe me, then look at this. The truth is written in your own hand."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you recognise the name 'Amella'?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show Amella's letter] "Look: they made an exhibition out of your life, and this is one of the exhibits!"
SeberianSeberian's augment-disfigured face drains of colour, but his voice sounds surprisingly steady as he gives the order: "Guards! A spy has infiltrated the palace! Open fire!"
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YOU"I have heard everything I need."
Seberian"You are surprisingly imperious for a common vassal. Do not abuse my goodwill, I have lost enough people today."
YOU"I never thought I would find you alive. We are caught in a trap, and we must flee."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"No, you do not understand. I am your descendant."
Seberian"I beg your pardon? I have never had any such connection with a member of House Gaprak!"
YOU"I heard that you seek to strengthen the dynasty's position with the help of a valuable artefact?"
Seberian"Found out about that too, did you? No point in hiding it — I did indeed have an artefact in my possession, a blade of incredible power. Laria insisted that I place the artefact under guard and not agitate the soldiers. I confess I felt more at ease with it in my belt, but the Seneschal's argument was more sensible."
YOU"I heard that you seek to strengthen the dynasty's position with the help of a valuable artefact?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you think this artefact is enough to strengthen the position of the von Valancius dynasty?"
Seberian"Your interest in my dynasty is endless, isn't it? You should know that my plans are far more ambitious. House von Valancius will soon be the most powerful Rogue Trader dynasty in the Expanse. But do not hold your breath for details of my plan. You will have to wait and see."
YOU"I heard that you seek to strengthen the dynasty's position with the help of a valuable artefact?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you think this artefact is enough to strengthen the position of the von Valancius dynasty?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just know that the von Valancius dynasty is in good hands."
SeberianThe Rogue Trader waves you off as if shooing away a bothersome fly, scattering drops of machine oil on the ground as he does so. "Keep your flattery to yourself."
YOU"I never thought I would find you alive. We are caught in a trap, and we must flee."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"No, you do not understand. I am your descendant."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Accept Seberian's misconceptions]
Seberian"Staying silent? Perhaps that's for the best."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"
Seberian"I know that the Inquisition is a dangerous enemy. If House Gaprak's reinforcements have not yet arrived... I fear we shall have to rely on our forces alone."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"
Seberian"Inquisitor af Irramon dared to accuse me, a Rogue Trader, of heresy! He reckons that the influence of the Inquisition is so great that he can disregard the privileges granted by the Warrant and attack me in my own palace. Diodas thinks he's above the God-Emperor Himself? Well, he will pay for his hubris."
YOU"What do your retinue think?"
Seberian"My confidants understand the utter baselessness of these allegations. How could they not?"
YOU"Juvenna looks troubled."
Seberian"Attach no importance to that. Juvenna is always worrying, it is her nature. The girl grew up among the nobility and is accustomed to thinking in schemes and doubting everything. On this occasion, she is convinced that I should strike a deal with af Irramon for the sake of the dynasty. But Juvenna does not understand that you never negotiate with an aggressor. Sometimes the answer is obvious, and today that answer is war! Her recent fascination with Saint Elana's biography must be confusing her, filling her head with idealistic thoughts."
YOU"Juvenna looks troubled."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What does Laria think about it?"
Seberian"Laria is not only my Seneschal, but also my daughter." The Rogue Trader's tone hardens. "I will not allow you to even ponder the possibility that she is not on my side. Though the dubious circumstances of her birth bar me from recognising her as the heir to House von Valancius, Laria has served the dynasty faithfully. As Seneschal, she deserves my full trust and will support any decision I make. Speak with her and you will see that for yourself."
YOU"Juvenna looks troubled."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What does Laria think about it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is your military responding to these accusations of heresy?"
Seberian"My soldiers should not concern themselves with false accusations. Their concern is to serve their lord faithfully and not to speculate about things they do not understand."
YOU"Juvenna looks troubled."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What does Laria think about it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is your military responding to these accusations of heresy?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Everything is clear to me. Let's talk about something else."
Seberian"You are surprisingly imperious for a common vassal. Do not abuse my goodwill, I have lost enough people today."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."
Seberian"My appearance horrifies you, doesn't it? When I had not yet renounced the innate limitations of humanity, the von Valancius dynasty was fading, but now look — the protectorate is thriving! I have had to sacrifice some of my human nature, yes, but what have I gained in return? New worlds, new horizons... I do not expect you to understand, you are not a Rogue Trader after all. Your world is too small to appreciate the scale of my conquests."
YOU"What qualities should a good Rogue Trader possess?"
Seberian"The God-Emperor granted us the Warrant of Trade to expand the borders of the Imperium — to explore the far reaches of the galaxy and annex new worlds. To do this, a Rogue Trader must be flexible where the laws of the Imperium are cumbersome. He must be driven not by greed, but by a thirst for discovery. And, of course, he must be a leader whom others will follow — without loyal subjects on the ground, one cannot maintain one's rule over the protectorate."
YOU"What qualities should a good Rogue Trader possess?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are absolutely right."
SeberianSeberian's vox-synthesiser emits a chuckling trill. "Your opinion hardly signifies. I have history on my side — and it will show that I was right."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."
SeberianA mechanical laugh creaks its way out of the vox-grille. When he sees that you do not share his amusement, the Rogue Trader frowns. "Oh. You were in earnest?"
YOU[Brandish your weapon] "The access litany! Now!"
Seberian"'Ad Sanctum Imperialis,' stanza one thousand and five." Seberian looks unfazed and even a little disappointed. "What were you expecting? You will not leave the palace alive. And even if you manage to do so, my Seneschal will simply change the access litany. What a waste of life..."
SeberianAs you listen to Seberian's monologue, you fail to notice his gestures — he gives a barely perceptible sign, and dozens of lasgun charges pierce through you.
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YOU"Forgive me. That was a clumsy joke."
Seberian"I almost thought you were angling to be executed. Please avoid such quips in the future."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"
Seberian"Isimond? He is a loyal servant. When Juvenna presented him to me, I had no idea how valuable a subject he would become. The weapon you speak of, I personally gifted it to him for his services to the dynasty."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."
Seberian"How dare you!" The cold light of Seberian's optical implant falls upon you. "For those words alone, I ought to shoot you on the spot, but I will grant you a final chance to speak: what harebrained speculation drove you to accuse my daughter of treason?"
YOU"Follow me, and you will see for yourself."
Seberian"What nonsense." Despite his words, Seberian still hesitates. "Juvenna has indeed been acting strangely these past few days... I am certain it's all a big misunderstanding. Seneschal Voigtvir will join us so that she may immediately arrest you for slander once we have all seen you proven wrong."
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YOU"You are blinded by your fatherly feelings like an old fool. Come, and I shall open your eyes to the truth."
Seberian"What nonsense." Despite his words, Seberian still hesitates. "Juvenna has indeed been acting strangely these past few days... I am certain it's all a big misunderstanding. Seneschal Voigtvir will join us so that she may immediately arrest you for slander once we have all seen you proven wrong."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna has already ended her conversation with the Inquisition, but I personally heard them, believe me!"
Seberian"This is ridiculous! Diodas sent you, didn't he? Were you hoping to sow discord between me and my daughter? You should have come better prepared, [Name]. "
SeberianAs you listen to Seberian's monologue, you fail to notice his gestures — he gives a barely perceptible sign, and dozens of lasgun charges pierce through you.continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I may have been too hasty in my accusation."
Seberian"This is ridiculous! Diodas sent you, didn't he? Were you hoping to sow discord between me and my daughter? You should have come better prepared, [Name]. "continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."
Seberian"What... how... How do you know this?" Despite his extensive implants, Seberian cannot hide his alarm — the deep furrows in the living patch of skin and the slight interference from the vox-synthesiser give him away. "This is truly terrible news. I must inform the enforcers that reinforcements will not be arriving. Who would stoop to this crime? Has Diodas fallen so low?"
YOU"The Gaprak was murdered by Captain Sauerback."
Seberian"Isimond?" Seberian seems to lurch back. "If you are right, there is nothing left for me to do but execute someone I considered one of the dynasty's most loyal servants."
YOU"Seneschal Voigtvir and I have already taken care of the traitor."
SeberianThe news catches Seberian off guard, but he quickly regains his composure. "Good. I cannot have a traitor in my ranks."
YOU"The Gaprak was murdered by Captain Sauerback."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have discovered that Lady Drivestem was behind the murder."
Seberian"The Drivestems have been nursing a grudge against the Gapraks for a long time. I cannot believe they would choose to settle scores in the middle of a war!" Seberian wearily rubs the organic part of his face above the bridge of his nose in a very human gesture. "Please make my Seneschal aware of the facts. The matter is delicate: Lady Drivestem has committed treason and cannot go unpunished, but without the Gaprak reinforcements, I have only Drivestem troops to rely on. Let my Seneschal decide Camilla's fate — it will be a good lesson in political manoeuvring for Laria."
YOU"The Gaprak was murdered by Captain Sauerback."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have discovered that Lady Drivestem was behind the murder."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Gaprak lord's murder is part of a plot against you orchestrated by Juvenna."
Seberian"Juvenna, but of course... She always calculates her moves several steps ahead. In dispatching the Gaprak scion, she has killed two groxes with one shot: she equalised our troop numbers with the enemy's, and she has sown discord in my camp. While everyone was preoccupied searching for the missing reinforcements, that traitor was spinning a web of lies around me!"
YOU"The Gaprak was murdered by Captain Sauerback."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have discovered that Lady Drivestem was behind the murder."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Gaprak lord's murder is part of a plot against you orchestrated by Juvenna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I'm afraid that is all I know."
Seberian"The news of the Gaprak lord's death is tragic, but the loss of those reinforcements... Perhaps your timely notification has forestalled our defeat. We will speak about your reward once this war is over."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."
Seberian"Off you go, you have taken up enough of my time."
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Seberian"This is ridiculous! Diodas sent you, didn't he? Were you hoping to sow discord between me and my daughter? You should have come better prepared, [Name]. "continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I'm afraid that is all I know."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Gaprak lord's murder is part of a plot against you orchestrated by Juvenna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I'm afraid that is all I know."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"He deserves it."
SeberianAfter a moment's hesitation, Seberian reaches for his vox and commands: "Take Captain Sauerback into custody immediately."
YOU"The Gaprak was murdered by Captain Sauerback."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have discovered that Lady Drivestem was behind the murder."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Gaprak lord's murder is part of a plot against you orchestrated by Juvenna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I'm afraid that is all I know."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The murderer of my kinsman must be tried without delay!"
SeberianAfter a moment's hesitation, Seberian reaches for his vox and commands: "Take Captain Sauerback into custody immediately."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Hold off on the arrest, I wish to speak to him."
Seberian"I am grateful for the news, but your interference in this matter ends here. We are at war, and I cannot allow a traitor to be at large a second longer." Drawing out his vox, Seberian commands: "Take Captain Sauerback into custody immediately."
YOU"The Gaprak was murdered by Captain Sauerback."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have discovered that Lady Drivestem was behind the murder."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Gaprak lord's murder is part of a plot against you orchestrated by Juvenna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I'm afraid that is all I know."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have discovered that Lady Drivestem was behind the murder."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The Gaprak lord's murder is part of a plot against you orchestrated by Juvenna."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I'm afraid that is all I know."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I cannot agree."
SeberianSeberian's vox-synthesiser emits a chuckling trill. "Your opinion hardly signifies. I have history on my side — and it will show that I was right."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are absolutely right."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I cannot agree."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Everything is clear to me. Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is your military responding to these accusations of heresy?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Everything is clear to me. Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What does Laria think about it?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"How is your military responding to these accusations of heresy?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Everything is clear to me. Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Aren't you afraid that someone close to you will turn against you? Heresy is a serious charge."
Seberian"My confidants understand the utter baselessness of these allegations. How could they not?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have heard everything I need."
Seberian"You are surprisingly imperious for a common vassal. Do not abuse my goodwill, I have lost enough people today."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just know that the von Valancius dynasty is in good hands."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you think this artefact is enough to strengthen the position of the von Valancius dynasty?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just know that the von Valancius dynasty is in good hands."continues where this line first appears above
Seberian"Please, I am sick and tired of this game. Even after all these years, after all the modifications..." Seberian raps his fingers against his chest, producing a hollow clanking sound from beneath his uniform. "...the noble houses have still not given up hope of finding ties to the Rogue Trader dynasty. If you knew how many such 'bastards' I had executed, you would not dare to spew such lies. You should abandon your dreams of the Warrant if you wish to keep your life."
YOU"I heard that you seek to strengthen the dynasty's position with the help of a valuable artefact?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you think this artefact is enough to strengthen the position of the von Valancius dynasty?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Just know that the von Valancius dynasty is in good hands."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Accept Seberian's misconceptions]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Everything is clear to me. Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show Amella's letter] "Look: they made an exhibition out of your life, and this is one of the exhibits!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have heard everything I need."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Everything is clear to me. Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you recognise the name 'Amella'?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Show Amella's letter] "Look: they made an exhibition out of your life, and this is one of the exhibits!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have heard everything I need."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Everything is clear to me. Let's talk about something else."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"No, you do not understand. I am your descendant."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Accept Seberian's misconceptions]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
Seberian"I've been informed that our allies have managed to break through to the palace. But where are they?" The noble looks toward the gates, then at you, and the organic part of his face betrays his slight disappointment. "Don't tell me... You are all that's left?"
Seberian"I must admit, I was expecting rather more... sizeable reinforcements." Despite the fatigue that bleeds through even the creaking distortions of his vox-apparatus, the man smooths the non-existent creases in his uniform and introduces himself with dignity: "My name is Seberian von Valancius, but you already knew that. But this is the first I'm seeing of you."
YOU"Lord Captain, I am but one of the many servants of the dynasty who have come to your aid."
Seberian"Nonsense. I would remember if I—" Seberian stops suddenly. He peers intently at you before he speaks again. Confusion rings in his vox-distorted voice: "Wait a moment. Perhaps... perhaps I have seen you before. Or heard of you."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am a loyal servant of House Gaprak, Your Lordship, and have come to your aid."
Seberian"So it's true? You are all that is left of House Gaprak's reinforcements?" Seberian is stunned into silence for several moments, and when he speaks again, his distorted mechanised voice is quieter and more strained. "Disregard that. I appreciate your loyalty, Lord/Lady Gaprak. It is unfortunate that our meeting is taking place under such lamentable circumstances. I will see that you are provided with quarters — war or no, I will not allow anyone to accuse House von Valancius of lacking in hospitality."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I serve the Seneschal, Laria, Your Lordship."
Seberian"Is that so? My daughter has a great many servants, but you are the first to dare speak to me directly. As a reward for your loyalty, I will not give you any lashes today. But I am curious what you have to say in your defence."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I work for Lady Juvenna."
Seberian"Is that so? My daughter has a great many servants, but you are the first to dare speak to me directly. As a reward for your loyalty, I will not give you any lashes today. But I am curious what you have to say in your defence."continues where this line first appears above
Seberian(sequence)
SeberianNoticing Ulfar, Seberian's face brightens. "By the blood of the God-Emperor and all the saints! What brings one of His Angels here? But that hardly matters. What matters is that your presence will surely turn the tide of battle!"
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Seberian"Esteemed Magos." Seberian inclines his head slightly in greeting. "I am pleased to see that the servants of the Omnissiah value their cooperation with House von Valancius."
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SeberianThe Rogue Trader's gaze stops just above your shoulder. When he addresses you, the voice from the vox-grille screeches more violently than before, unable to convey the outrage directed at you. "You brought a xenos to my palace! Let me remind you: what is permitted for a Rogue Trader is not for his vassals."
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SeberianThe skin that borders his augments tightens, and you realise that Seberian is frowning. "Who are you?"
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Seberian"I've been informed that our allies have managed to break through to the palace. But where are they?" The noble looks toward the gates, then at you, and the organic part of his face betrays his slight disappointment. "Don't tell me... You are all that's left?"continues where this line first appears above
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Seberian"To lose the sword now? Unthinkable!" The aristocrat before you wears a uniform in von Valancius colours. His face has been disfigured beyond recognition by implants — only his lone surviving eye and the taut scraps of skin hint that the monster before you was once an attractive man. The Rogue Trader stares at you with suspicion, and the vox-synthesiser embedded in his skull crackles: "Who in the void are you?"
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
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SeberianThe Rogue Trader, decked in the colours of the von Valancius dynasty, looks up sharply as you approach. The eyebrow on the scrap of skin tacked to his skull twitches, struggling to convey his displeasure. "You bring me more bad news, don't you? No wonder. The command headquarters is destroyed, so we are having to fight blind!"
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
Seberian"And now with Exalt-117 wounded, we risk being left unarmed as well. He is the only one capable of taming the machine spirit of those turrets..." Seberian drags his augmented fingers over his face as if brushing off a cobweb. "Enough. Speak and get it over with."
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above
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Seberian"You again?"
YOU"You really are Seberian — and you're alive!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your Lordship, do you know anything about the reinforcements from House Gaprak?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why is the Inquisition besieging the Rogue Trader's palace?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are the most heavily augmented person I have ever seen who was not a servant of the Omnissiah."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I require the litany of higher access for the gates."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Among those present in the palace, is there anyone who owns a plasma pistol?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Juvenna is conspiring against you."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You should know that the Gaprak scion, who led the army of reinforcements, was killed at the outpost."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you will permit me to take my leave, Your Lordship."continues where this line first appears above