Incendia ChordaIncendia Chorda is absorbed in reading a long strip of parchment. Her left hand is holding a silver spoon, with which she is carefully scooping up brain matter from the open skull of the man contorted next to her. "[Name] von Valancius. I was informed of your arrival."
Incendia ChordaExhaustion has marked Incendia's features with a criss-cross of lines and deeper furrows. Her cheek is forever twisted in a continuous nervous tic, yet her eyes are ablaze with indomitable resolve. A dazzling aura of power and righteous fury surrounds her like a mantle. She gracefully brings a gold-plated inhaler to her lips, takes a deep breath, and the fire in her gaze flares like a plasma thruster.
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"
Incendia ChordaIncendia sinks her silver spoon into the man's brain and slowly consumes the revolting morsel. "I must know the taste of a criminal's thoughts. It is how I learn to recognise their patterns."
YOU[Put the poor man out of his misery] "This entertainment of yours reeks of corruption."
Chorda(sequence)
MarazhaiMarazhai flinches but reacts too slowly to stop you. He turns away with a resentful hiss, visibly disappointed.
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Incendia ChordaIncendia does not bat an eye at the man's death. "A laughable accusation. Do you think yourself capable of detecting corruption?"
Incendia ChordaSomething wild sparks in her pale eyes. "You know not the first thing about perceiving it. Sensing it! Peering into people's souls and seeing the heinousness therein. You do not know what it's like to look at their faces and see the brand of their impious deeds. But I know it all too well! And none shall escape my wrath!"
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I do not see a single tome of the Lex Imperialis in this place, which means that you have spurned the letter of the Emperor's Law and that of Holy Terra — your judgement is your own. How far have you fallen in your hubris, Incendia?"
Incendia Chorda"You have the gall to accuse me of heresy? No, you are the one indulging your hubris by thinking that your former life outweighs the deeds of your present! Hide behind your dusty tomes all you want — I will show you true justice."
Incendia Chorda"The Lord Inquisitor has bestowed upon me the honour of bringing order to this cesspool of pirates and heretics. To rid Footfall of the corruption that has fettered its limbs and turned this Imperial station into a hotbed of freethinking and inefficiency. And I will not rest until all have been judged."
Chorda(sequence)
Yrliet"This is no tribunal. This is slaughter."
ArgentaArgenta grimaces. "Loath as my soul is to concur with a xenos... it is indeed."
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Solomorne"It is well within her right to decide the fates of the station's inhabitants, but that does not change the fact that this is a perversion of justice. This is what happens when a judge is driven by morbid fanaticism instead of the Lex."
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EogunnMaintaining his phlegmatic composure, Eogunn scribes a note onto his data-slate. "It is not impossible that my hypothesis concerning the transmission of pathologies through the ingestion of grey matter may prove to be correct. Changes in behavioural patterns are self-evident, indicative of organic degrada—" He instantly switches to Lingua-Technis upon meeting Incendia's steel gaze.
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Chorda"A quintessential fanatic from your primitive kind. That is why there are so few exhibits of Humanity in my collection: you are all the same. You are all like this 'Chorda,' differing only in the degree of delusion as to your uniqueness. Dull, deplorably dull..."
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Incendia ChordaIncendia studies you with a predatory smile. "It must have been the Emperor's providence that brought you here to my court. It would be my pleasure to indict you for the crimes you have committed."
YOU"And what is it you wish to judge me for?"
Incendia Chorda"Let us weigh the gravity of your transgressions, [Name], and learn how you have sullied yourself in the Emperor's eyes."
Chorda(sequence)
Incendia Chorda"Everyone knows how freely you interpret the strict prohibitions of the Emperor. With a feeble heart, you grant mercy to those who do not deserve it, you do not punish transgressions with the utmost severity, and you do not strike terror into your subjects that will bring them to pious trepidation. You waste your energy and attention on the needs of nonentities instead of turning them to His service. Under your hand, dangerous freethinking and satiety flourish, and will soon swell with the plagues of anarchy and decadence."
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Incendia Chorda"Everyone knows that your cursed ship hosts traitors to the Emperor and worshippers of the Ruinous Powers. In every port you visit, people disappear and the seeds of evil cults take root. You shamelessly flaunt your perverted morals and offer patronage to those who revere you as if you were a deity. Your capital is a cesspool of filth that spreads heresy throughout the sector."
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Incendia Chorda"You pretend to be a faithful and devout servant of the Emperor, but you show no true zeal or fervour in faith. Your ship does not shake with hymns and chants to glorify His name, and your capital has not been led into pious trepidation. In so dark an hour, you have been granted the honour of being a light of righteousness in the eyes of the Expanse, but your light... is traitorously dim."
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Incendia Chorda"I deem the evidence against you sufficient to cast you as an enemy of Humanity."
YOU"And what is it you wish to judge me for?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Whisper the words of the forbidden spell] "If you can see corruption in me — indict away!"
Incendia Chorda"Then let us begin." Chorda leans forward and stares intently into your eyes. Scarcely has Incendia's gaze met yours than she begins writhing in pain and clutching her head. She takes a deep breath and tries to look you in the eye again, only for a new flash of pain to almost make her cry out. Confusion and fear are visible in her eyes.
Incendia Chorda"I... cannot. I cannot see your crimes. How is this possible? Someone like you cannot be pure!"
Acolyte of the InquisitionThe warrior clad in armour adorned with the sign of the Inquisition speaks in a voice that is even and dry like paper: "The Lord Inquisitor is aware of Rogue Trader von Valancius's arrival on Footfall. He allowed it and gave no order of persecution. Rather, the Lord Inquisitor's will is that Rogue Trader von Valancius be treated with respect befitting his/her high status. In her assertions, Lady Chorda is coming dangerously close to abusing her authority and violating the chain of command. This is your warning."
Chorda(sequence)
Idira"Has it by any chance occurred to the Inquisitor that he, too, is getting dangerously close to something slightly insane? How can a thing like this be tolerated? How can anyone look calmly upon these atrocities and think everything's going as it should?"
Abelard"Calm yourself, Idira." Abelard steps between the psyker and Chorda. "I can understand your anger, but by the God-Emperor, another word out of turn... and you will find yourself following those unfortunates."
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Incendia ChordaIncendia's pale cheek is hit by a spasm. Her lips curl as she mutters, "I have no intention of questioning the Lord Inquisitor's orders. Perhaps he wishes to receive you in one piece so that he may conduct a personal interrogation."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"
Incendia Chorda"Indeed I am. When the Lord Inquisitor enacted martial law in the Expanse, I offered him my support at once. Footfall was chosen as the Lord Inquisitor's headquarters, and the position of Footfall's Liege was temporarily abolished for the duration of this war... or perhaps longer than that. All authority was transferred to the station's warden — to me. While the Lord Inquisitor is preoccupied with matters of strategic planning, I am tasked with overseeing security and order."
Incendia Chorda"And there is much to do on that front. Pirates and smugglers, apostates and Cold Traders, deserters and outlaws... Every one of them warrants attention."
Incendia ChordaIncendia cracks her neck, which must have grown stiff after so many hours of reading, before picking up another sheet. Everywhere you look, servants are buckling under heavy stacks of new denunciations, warrants, and other documents.
YOU"And whom is it you are judging?"
Incendia Chorda"All of them! Thieves, smugglers, pirates, traitors, heretics, deserters! Abettors, harbourers, cowards, and perjurers! Any who has ever trespassed, any who has ever protected a miscreant or kept quiet about a crime they knew of. They all will be condemned!" With obsessive determination, Incendia starts going through her papers, seemingly no longer aware that she is doing so.
Incendia Chorda"More and more new convicts are being granted the great boon of undergoing Servitude Imperpituis and, having rid themselves of reprehensible consciousness, of serving the Imperium free from doubt and weakness. Footfall will once again become a bastion of law and righteousness — I will eradicate all heresy that prevents the faithless from giving themselves over to the good of toiling in His name!"
YOU"How long has your court been in session already?"
Incendia ChordaIncendia seems slightly perplexed by your question. She starts moving signed sentences from one stack to another, then says uncertainly, "Three... weeks. The court carries on day and night, so my sense of time eludes me."
YOU"How long has your court been in session already?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There is nothing just about this trial. Your accusations are contrived, and their purpose is simply to turn the entire population of Footfall into pliant automatons!"
Incendia Chorda"Do you think that I find enjoyment in this? Looking at vileness upon vileness, listening to one excuse after another? I loathe this and despise every malefactor out there. If I were weak of will, I would have obliterated this foul station with nuclear fire. Instead, I am here to offer each of them the right to be judged in His name and the chance to return to His fold renewed."
Incendia Chorda"The universe is a terrifying place. We are surrounded by the Archenemy's machinations and xenos scum who would deny us our right to exist. The threat is inconceivable, and human weakness will not help us avert it. If man is weak, I rid him of his spinelessness and feebleness, endowing him with a sacred narrowness of mind and eradicating all that prevents him from utilising his whole self in the service of the Imperium."
YOU"I applaud your efforts. This place was long overdue some proper law and order."
Incendia Chorda"And let my vow be heard: I shall not leave this station, I shall not yield to sleep, I shall not let my body be washed until every last criminal who hides in this lawless den has faced His judgement!"
Incendia Chorda"The universe is a terrifying place. We are surrounded by the Archenemy's machinations and xenos scum who would deny us our right to exist. The threat is inconceivable, and human weakness will not help us avert it. If man is weak, I rid him of his spinelessness and feebleness, endowing him with a sacred narrowness of mind and eradicating all that prevents him from utilising his whole self in the service of the Imperium."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Admit it: you simply enjoy turning people into slaves. Why do you feel the need to come up with excuses for sowing carnage?"
Incendia Chorda"Not carnage, but judgement. His judgement. And I know of no other delight than serving Him."
Incendia Chorda"The universe is a terrifying place. We are surrounded by the Archenemy's machinations and xenos scum who would deny us our right to exist. The threat is inconceivable, and human weakness will not help us avert it. If man is weak, I rid him of his spinelessness and feebleness, endowing him with a sacred narrowness of mind and eradicating all that prevents him from utilising his whole self in the service of the Imperium."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are most thorough."
Incendia Chorda"The universe is a terrifying place. We are surrounded by the Archenemy's machinations and xenos scum who would deny us our right to exist. The threat is inconceivable, and human weakness will not help us avert it. If man is weak, I rid him of his spinelessness and feebleness, endowing him with a sacred narrowness of mind and eradicating all that prevents him from utilising his whole self in the service of the Imperium."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"There is nothing just about this trial. Your accusations are contrived, and their purpose is simply to turn the entire population of Footfall into pliant automatons!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I applaud your efforts. This place was long overdue some proper law and order."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Admit it: you simply enjoy turning people into slaves. Why do you feel the need to come up with excuses for sowing carnage?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You are most thorough."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"
Incendia ChordaIncendia sinks her silver spoon into the man's brain and slowly consumes the revolting morsel. "I must know the taste of a criminal's thoughts. It is how I learn to recognise their patterns."
YOU[Put the poor man out of his misery] "This entertainment of yours reeks of corruption."
Incendia ChordaIncendia does not bat an eye at the man's death. "A laughable accusation. Do you think yourself capable of detecting corruption?"
Incendia ChordaSomething wild sparks in her pale eyes. "You know not the first thing about perceiving it. Sensing it! Peering into people's souls and seeing the heinousness therein. You do not know what it's like to look at their faces and see the brand of their impious deeds. But I know it all too well! And none shall escape my wrath!"
YOU"And whom is it you are judging?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What makes you think you are entitled to govern this place as you see fit?"
Incendia Chorda"Such is the law of Footfall. Any Rogue Trader who arrives here assumes the right of absolute authority. Surely it is not that thug Tocara who deserves to rule this station. He will soon be hanging from a noose, and so will his Kasballican henchmen, and so will those Anver firebrands whose outrageous activities brought Footfall so much grief."
Incendia Chorda"I promised you that I would clean up Footfall, and I have kept my promise. By virtue of your support, the station will once again be an outpost of the Imperium — a purified bastion of industriousness and righteousness. The heretics who dared defy me have nearly been eradicated to the last."
YOU"And whom is it you are judging?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What makes you think you are entitled to govern this place as you see fit?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Chuckle and point at the hapless assassin's corpse] "I can tell you are quite popular with the locals."
Incendia Chorda"This attempt was mediocre and far from the first. But my enforcers and my throne keep me safe." Incendia pats an armrest and smiles. "Its refractor field is impervious even to tank shells. That thief Tocara had this sacred Drusian relic stashed in one of his storerooms."
YOU"And whom is it you are judging?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What makes you think you are entitled to govern this place as you see fit?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Chuckle and point at the hapless assassin's corpse] "I can tell you are quite popular with the locals."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where is the Lord Inquisitor?"
Incendia Chorda"In the Liege's chambers, coordinating the Expanse's defence. His attention is focused on matters of vital importance, and he is not seeing any supplicants."
Acolyte of the InquisitionThe soldier wearing Inquisitorial armour echoes Incendia's words: "Your Lordship/Ladyship cannot see the Lord Inquisitor now. However, he bade to inform Your Lordship/Ladyship that he will summon you later, when circumstances permit."
YOU"And whom is it you are judging?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What makes you think you are entitled to govern this place as you see fit?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Chuckle and point at the hapless assassin's corpse] "I can tell you are quite popular with the locals."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where is the Lord Inquisitor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We shall see whether Footfall will thank the Emperor for your reign."
Incendia Chorda"In due time, I shall weed out all the taint that has bred here on Footfall for so long. And then pious fear, loyalty, and devotion will once again become the pillars of this station under His watchful eye."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"
Incendia Chorda"Winterscale is a traitor! While the Expanse burns, ravaged by heretics and unhallowed xenos, he abandoned his duty completely and had the nerve to ignore the Lord Inquisitor's call to battle. My servants are capturing his worlds and ships while he hides from his reckoning, indulging his base urges. Soon enough, he too will stand before judgement."
YOU"Correction: Calligos Winterscale is a dead traitor."
Incendia Chorda"He is no more, then. Regrettably, he found his demise so easily. Calligos was meant to confess before the court and taste the detestation he deserved."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."
Incendia ChordaIncendia stares at you in amazement. "You truly wish to stand trial? Very well. May your zeal serve as an example to the rest."
Incendia ChordaIncendia leans forward and peers into your eyes. Her gaze, like a monk carrying a rushlight, wanders down the corridors of your soul's fortress, checking every corner in search of the slightest faults or traces of corruption. Moments pass as Incendia conducts her thorough investigation, until at last, she reclines on her throne again. A weary smile touches her lips.
Incendia Chorda"I see no sign of taint in your soul, [Name]. You are pure before the Emperor, and thus I acquit you and grant you His blessing in parting. Go forth and bring His punishment to those who have turned their back on His word."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."
ChordaThe hopeful crowd in the Atrium starts hysterically clamouring their oaths of fealty to House von Valancius. Not one of them thinks twice about clutching at the lifeline you have offered them.
Incendia ChordaIncendia wearily leans on an armrest and looks at you with contempt. "Take this pitiful gaggle of miscreants, [Name], if you so desire. My trial will not end here — I have the whole of Footfall to judge."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."
Incendia Chorda"I thought you and I were allies. But if you wish to challenge my authority... you are welcome to try." Incendia touches a panel on the throne's armrest and is immediately shielded by a refractor field. You hear the sounds of alarms going off in the distance.
Acolyte of the InquisitionThe warrior clad in Inquisitorial armour announces, "The Lord Inquisitor's instructions were to maintain order and ensure his allies' safety. Using any methods, however extreme they may have to be."
Acolyte of the Inquisition"If Her Ladyship is gravely threatened, we are authorised to detonate the dome over this sector. Doing so will trigger an explosive decompression. The attackers will be destroyed during depressurisation while Her Ladyship will be protected by the field projected by her throne. I urge you not to take steps that might be interpreted as an act of aggression."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."
Incendia Chorda"Wait. You have a duty to the Emperor that you must see to. Vladaym Tocara, the deplorable rebel who once ruled this station, has slipped from my grasp. He is inciting the people to revolt, killing my servants, and hiding from my wrath with the dexterity of a void rat. My informers claim he often appears in that den of unrest that bears the irreverent name the Adeptus Amasecus."
Incendia Chorda"We have made several attempts to arrest him, yet he has evaded capture each time. Reverend Hieronymus has gone there to convince him to surrender quietly, but his efforts have likewise been unsuccessful. In the interest of Footfall's integrity, Tocara must be apprehended."
Incendia Chorda"Together, we shall make that scoundrel pay for his crimes. Let him drink the cup of His wrath to full, a cup that will be delivered by our hands."
Incendia Chorda"The asteroid where the Adeptus Amasecus is located has been cordoned off, but my enforcer will take you there. I want you to lure Tocara out of his hole and seize him so that he may stand trial. Do this for the sake of Footfall's liberation and pave the road that my justice will tread."
YOU"You pronounced Vladaym a criminal?"
Incendia Chorda"Why wouldn't I? That vile rogue's infamy is known to all. He patronised thieves, smugglers, and pirates. By his leave, heresies and unholy cults flourished. That he has evaded punishment this long can only be described as gross negligence, which I intend to rectify in short order."
YOU"You pronounced Vladaym a criminal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did Hieronymus go to the Adeptus Amasecus?"
Incendia Chorda"Reverend Hieronymus headed where the rebels are seen most often, so he could preach to them and sway them to repent. Alas, he still cannot see the difference between those who have erred and those who are beyond any hope of redemption."
YOU"You pronounced Vladaym a criminal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did Hieronymus go to the Adeptus Amasecus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Some of the people you wish to execute are useful to me. I purchase valuable equipment from them."
Incendia Chorda"The scoundrels and thieves will be replaced by honest suppliers. Even degenerates such as the Kasballica can be of some use in the coming crisis, but their wilful leaders need to be replaced with more pliable and trepidatious successors. It is the only way for us to protect ourselves from being stabbed in the back."
YOU"You pronounced Vladaym a criminal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did Hieronymus go to the Adeptus Amasecus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Some of the people you wish to execute are useful to me. I purchase valuable equipment from them."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"And what do I stand to gain?"
Incendia Chorda"I thought I was speaking to you, and yet I hear Theodora's words, greedy and full of hubris. Your 'gain' is the order that will come to this station and its obedience to the Emperor, His law, and His stewards."
YOU"You pronounced Vladaym a criminal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did Hieronymus go to the Adeptus Amasecus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Some of the people you wish to execute are useful to me. I purchase valuable equipment from them."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"And what do I stand to gain?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."
Incendia Chorda"I never doubted you, [Name]. The Emperor protects."
Incendia Chorda"But remember..." Incendia's eyes flash maniacally. "None of the rebel leaders are allowed to die before their trial. I forbid you to execute them without my leave."
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Incendia Chorda"Your cooperation will be noted, [Name]."
Incendia Chorda"But remember..." Incendia's eyes flash maniacally. "None of the rebel leaders are allowed to die before their trial. I forbid you to execute them without my leave."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."
Incendia Chorda"I never doubted you, [Name]. The Emperor protects."continues where this line first appears above
Incendia Chorda"Your cooperation will be noted, [Name]."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I haven't the slightest desire to get involved in your petty squabbles."
Incendia ChordaIncendia's face twists in displeasure, and her voice trembles with anger and tension: "You still cannot grasp the fact that everything has changed, [Name]. Gone is the time when you could do only what you wished to do. It is now time to do what you must."
Incendia Chorda"As long as you refuse to cooperate, Footfall's isolated sectors will remain off-limits to you. Go and consider my words... and your position." With a brusqueness bordering on the offensive, Incendia dismisses you with a flick of her hand.
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Incendia Chorda"Does it not satisfy you that order and Imperial Compliance will be restored on Footfall? I see you learned too much from Theodora — namely, her hubris, greed, and indifference to duty."
YOU"You pronounced Vladaym a criminal?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did Hieronymus go to the Adeptus Amasecus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Some of the people you wish to execute are useful to me. I purchase valuable equipment from them."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"And what do I stand to gain?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I haven't the slightest desire to get involved in your petty squabbles."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I haven't the slightest desire to get involved in your petty squabbles."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"And what do I stand to gain?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I haven't the slightest desire to get involved in your petty squabbles."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Some of the people you wish to execute are useful to me. I purchase valuable equipment from them."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"And what do I stand to gain?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I haven't the slightest desire to get involved in your petty squabbles."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Why did Hieronymus go to the Adeptus Amasecus?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Some of the people you wish to execute are useful to me. I purchase valuable equipment from them."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"And what do I stand to gain?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I haven't the slightest desire to get involved in your petty squabbles."continues where this line first appears above
Incendia Chorda"As the Rogue Trader in authority, I order you to aid me in bringing him to justice."
Incendia Chorda"The asteroid where the Adeptus Amasecus is located has been cordoned off, but my enforcer will take you there. I want you to lure Tocara out of his hole and seize him so that he may stand trial. Do this for the sake of Footfall's liberation and pave the road that my justice will tread."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."
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Incendia Chorda"I understand. I, too, had always accepted Reverend Hieronymus's relics with great reverence. However, there is more to the followers of Saint Drusus than Hieronymus Doloroso. Speak to the missionary everyone calls Chaplain. He preaches to the rabble at the Adeptus Amasecus. After Hieronymus's death, he became the new leader of the pious on Footfall and the new keeper of its reliquary."
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Incendia Chorda"As for that pirate Ryzza, there is no need for you to mourn her. Yes, she did come across valuable prizes at times, but more often than not those prizes were tainted. Surely some other rat from her crew has already taken over her profane trade at the Amasecus and will be open for business... until I hang the lot of them, that is."
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YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"
Incendia Chorda"His crimes were grievous, but they were no barrier to his receiving mercy. The heretic was purified in a holy procedure and converted to a new mission to serve the Imperium as a servitor. As were many, many others."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."
Incendia Chorda"I'm afraid you will not have the opportunity to ask them — the Lord Inquisitor has left Footfall. He charged me with the defence of the Furibundus System and departed on a secret mission in great haste. None are privy to its details." Incendia's tone carries a note of wounded pride.
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."
Incendia Chorda"Take joy in the sight of a new and transformed Footfall." Incendia tiredly closes her eyes, then pulls out a small book of Drusian prayers and starts reading. A serene smile soon spreads across her face.
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YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
Incendia ChordaIncendia touches a panel on the throne's armrest and is immediately shielded by a refractor field. You hear the sounds of alarms going off in the distance. A mocking smile cuts across her face. "Go ahead, [Name]. Give me a reason."
Acolyte of the InquisitionThe warrior clad in Inquisitorial armour announces, "The Lord Inquisitor's instructions were to maintain order and ensure his allies' safety. Using any methods, however extreme they may have to be."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wholeheartedly share your indignation. Calligos is a reprobate."
Incendia Chorda"Astrocartographers will soon have their hands full erasing the name 'Winterscale's Realm' from star maps. The castigating disgrace that will fall upon the dynasty will be a fitting punishment for Calligos's crimes."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you and Calligos lost your minds? The Expanse is in a calamitous state, and you two are busy settling scores! You must cease this at once."
Incendia Chorda"Negotiating with that mad dog is off the table now. He will merely laugh at your talk of reconciliation and execute your envoys. For too long has Calligos revelled in impunity and believed himself the king of his world."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you ask me, you are simply using the situation to plunder his protectorate. Should he call upon House von Valancius for help, we will answer."
Incendia ChordaIncendia's smile turns vicious. "I do so enjoy candour. When the one who stands before the court admits openly that he/she shares the beliefs of someone about to be pronounced an outright anarchist and traitor to the Imperium... I say such a confession should earn him/her a swift and less agonising execution."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have heard enough. Your feud is no concern of mine."
Incendia Chorda"Astrocartographers will soon have their hands full erasing the name 'Winterscale's Realm' from star maps. The castigating disgrace that will fall upon the dynasty will be a fitting punishment for Calligos's crimes."continues where this line first appears above
Incendia Chorda"Since you, [Name], helped me curb Calligos's... appetites once before, I will invite you to divide his territories with me. Once we have extinguished these roaring flames of wickedness, House von Valancius will be welcome to partake in the conquest of that profaner's worlds."
YOU"Correction: Calligos Winterscale is a dead traitor."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I wholeheartedly share your indignation. Calligos is a reprobate."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Have you and Calligos lost your minds? The Expanse is in a calamitous state, and you two are busy settling scores! You must cease this at once."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"If you ask me, you are simply using the situation to plunder his protectorate. Should he call upon House von Valancius for help, we will answer."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have heard enough. Your feud is no concern of mine."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We shall see whether Footfall will thank the Emperor for your reign."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where is the Lord Inquisitor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We shall see whether Footfall will thank the Emperor for your reign."continues where this line first appears above
Incendia ChordaShe looks at you with a gloating smirk. "Once, you hindered my efforts to subdue this station. And yet here I am now, dispensing justice to the wicked. I only regret that I was unable to begin sooner — then Tocara's troublemakers would have already been crushed, instead of lurking in cargo bays and maintenance tunnels. Regardless, I will deal with them soon enough."
YOU"And whom is it you are judging?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What makes you think you are entitled to govern this place as you see fit?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Chuckle and point at the hapless assassin's corpse] "I can tell you are quite popular with the locals."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where is the Lord Inquisitor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We shall see whether Footfall will thank the Emperor for your reign."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Chuckle and point at the hapless assassin's corpse] "I can tell you are quite popular with the locals."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where is the Lord Inquisitor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We shall see whether Footfall will thank the Emperor for your reign."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is disgusting. Unspeakably so."
Incendia Chorda"A pure soul cannot conceive or fathom the workings of an unrighteous mind. The weak embrace their ignorance, while the strong banish it. If only you knew what it is like to be familiar with every shade of corruption that lurks in depraved souls..."
Incendia ChordaSomething wild sparks in her pale eyes. "You know not the first thing about perceiving it. Sensing it! Peering into people's souls and seeing the heinousness therein. You do not know what it's like to look at their faces and see the brand of their impious deeds. But I know it all too well! And none shall escape my wrath!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"And? Does it help?"
Incendia Chorda"I have deepened my understanding of the petty and odious urges that drive the weak-willed to degeneracy. I have learned to see these urges in their eyes. If only you knew what it is like to be familiar with every shade of corruption that lurks in depraved souls..."
Incendia ChordaSomething wild sparks in her pale eyes. "You know not the first thing about perceiving it. Sensing it! Peering into people's souls and seeing the heinousness therein. You do not know what it's like to look at their faces and see the brand of their impious deeds. But I know it all too well! And none shall escape my wrath!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A delicacy most sophisticated. I must have a taste myself, perhaps at a later time."
Incendia Chorda"It is not some perverted craving for pleasure. I educate myself to discern the corruption that dwells in the hearts and minds of the impure."
Incendia ChordaSomething wild sparks in her pale eyes. "You know not the first thing about perceiving it. Sensing it! Peering into people's souls and seeing the heinousness therein. You do not know what it's like to look at their faces and see the brand of their impious deeds. But I know it all too well! And none shall escape my wrath!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I suggest we do not delve too deeply into this discussion."
Incendia Chorda"I have deepened my understanding of the petty and odious urges that drive the weak-willed to degeneracy. I have learned to see these urges in their eyes. If only you knew what it is like to be familiar with every shade of corruption that lurks in depraved souls..."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What makes you think you are entitled to govern this place as you see fit?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Chuckle and point at the hapless assassin's corpse] "I can tell you are quite popular with the locals."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where is the Lord Inquisitor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We shall see whether Footfall will thank the Emperor for your reign."continues where this line first appears above
Incendia ChordaCracking her neck, stiff from many hours of reading documents, Incendia again dips her silver spoon and scoops out brain matter from the open skull of the poor fellow standing next to her. Everywhere you look, servants are buckling under heavy stacks of new denunciations, warrants, and other documents.
YOU"And whom is it you are judging?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What makes you think you are entitled to govern this place as you see fit?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Chuckle and point at the hapless assassin's corpse] "I can tell you are quite popular with the locals."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where is the Lord Inquisitor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We shall see whether Footfall will thank the Emperor for your reign."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Go ahead. This should be interesting."
Acolyte of the InquisitionThe warrior clad in armour adorned with the sign of the Inquisition speaks in a voice that is even and dry like paper: "The Lord Inquisitor is aware of Rogue Trader von Valancius's arrival on Footfall. He allowed it and gave no order of persecution. Rather, the Lord Inquisitor's will is that Rogue Trader von Valancius be treated with respect befitting his/her high status. In her assertions, Lady Chorda is coming dangerously close to abusing her authority and violating the chain of command. This is your warning."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have just broken out after being held captive by xenos in Commorragh and butchering my way through scores of enemies of Humanity. Tell me, am I truly the greatest enemy of the Imperium you have been able to find?"
YOU[Draw your weapon] "I am ready to defend my honour before this court. Whom should I kill to put an end to this farce?"
YOU"Would you look at that, Heinrix — I have been an enemy of Humanity all along. Care to comment?"
HeinrixAfter clearing his throat and presenting his Interrogator's regalia, Heinrix pronounces imperatively, "On behalf of the Koronus Conclave, I hereby inform Rogue Trader House Chorda that, by order of Lord Inquisitor Calcazar, Rogue Trader von Valancius has been placed in the custody of the Inquisition. Any attack on his/her safety is to be treated as an act of interference in the affairs of the Inquisition."
Acolyte of the InquisitionThe warrior clad in armour adorned with the sign of the Inquisition speaks in a voice that is even and dry like paper: "The Lord Inquisitor is aware of Rogue Trader von Valancius's arrival on Footfall. He allowed it and gave no order of persecution. Rather, the Lord Inquisitor's will is that Rogue Trader von Valancius be treated with respect befitting his/her high status. In her assertions, Lady Chorda is coming dangerously close to abusing her authority and violating the chain of command. This is your warning."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"To the Nine Devils with you, arrogant halfwit. You have no right to judge me."
Incendia Chorda"You insult the Emperor's judgement! You taunt the Rogue Trader! You blaspheme! Do not think for one second that you will get away with this!"
Acolyte of the InquisitionThe warrior clad in armour adorned with the sign of the Inquisition speaks in a voice that is even and dry like paper: "The Lord Inquisitor is aware of Rogue Trader von Valancius's arrival on Footfall. He allowed it and gave no order of persecution. Rather, the Lord Inquisitor's will is that Rogue Trader von Valancius be treated with respect befitting his/her high status. In her assertions, Lady Chorda is coming dangerously close to abusing her authority and violating the chain of command. This is your warning."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Whisper the words of the forbidden spell] "If you can see corruption in me — indict away!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Go ahead. This should be interesting."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have just broken out after being held captive by xenos in Commorragh and butchering my way through scores of enemies of Humanity. Tell me, am I truly the greatest enemy of the Imperium you have been able to find?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "I am ready to defend my honour before this court. Whom should I kill to put an end to this farce?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Would you look at that, Heinrix — I have been an enemy of Humanity all along. Care to comment?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"To the Nine Devils with you, arrogant halfwit. You have no right to judge me."continues where this line first appears above
SolomorneSolomorne makes a decisive motion as if to step into the line of fire in front of you. "I remind you, Rogue Trader Chorda, that you may judge common people, but not someone who is your equal. Much less..." You receive a long, hard stare. "...him/her. Take care when making accusations."
Incendia ChordaIncendia's eyes gleam in triumph as she points at Solomorne accusingly. "I long refused to believe that Theodora had bribed the Adeptus Arbites to turn a blind eye to her misdeeds, but now I see that heresy has corrupted the servants of the Lex Imperialis. Which means that all judgement in His name is now my duty alone."
YOU"And what is it you wish to judge me for?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Whisper the words of the forbidden spell] "If you can see corruption in me — indict away!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Go ahead. This should be interesting."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have just broken out after being held captive by xenos in Commorragh and butchering my way through scores of enemies of Humanity. Tell me, am I truly the greatest enemy of the Imperium you have been able to find?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "I am ready to defend my honour before this court. Whom should I kill to put an end to this farce?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Would you look at that, Heinrix — I have been an enemy of Humanity all along. Care to comment?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"To the Nine Devils with you, arrogant halfwit. You have no right to judge me."continues where this line first appears above
Incendia Chorda"It pleases me that you get to share in the triumph of Footfall's purging with me."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The law has found its way to Footfall, after all, I see."
Incendia Chorda"Yes, it has, although its journey here took far too long. But never again will it release its grip on this station. I vow it."
Incendia Chorda"The Lord Inquisitor has bestowed upon me the honour of bringing order to this cesspool of pirates and heretics. To rid Footfall of the corruption that has fettered its limbs and turned this Imperial station into a hotbed of freethinking and inefficiency. And I will not rest until all have been judged."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What manner of slaughterhouse is this? Some atrocious travesty of justice?"
Incendia ChordaIncendia jerks her chin up and responds haughtily, "This IS true justice. Unprejudiced, inescapable, and equally merciless to all."
Incendia Chorda"The Lord Inquisitor has bestowed upon me the honour of bringing order to this cesspool of pirates and heretics. To rid Footfall of the corruption that has fettered its limbs and turned this Imperial station into a hotbed of freethinking and inefficiency. And I will not rest until all have been judged."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is going on here?"
Incendia Chorda"The Lord Inquisitor has bestowed upon me the honour of bringing order to this cesspool of pirates and heretics. To rid Footfall of the corruption that has fettered its limbs and turned this Imperial station into a hotbed of freethinking and inefficiency. And I will not rest until all have been judged."continues where this line first appears above
Chorda(sequence)
Heinrix"I have encountered sanctioned death cults that practised cannibalism as part of their way of praising the Emperor. A surprisingly large number of them harboured heresy within."
Incendia Chorda"You have suspicions about me? Well, it is your duty to suspect. But do your eyes see any trespass here? No. I have committed no malefaction against Him."
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Marazhai"Perceiving corruption? What lofty yet paltry hysterics. Your methods, however..." Marazhai looks Incendia over and lets out a wanton laugh. "This place is soaked with pain, much like the torture chambers of my old spire. It takes a skilled hand to elicit such refined, artful anguish. Impressive! I am amazed by this mon-keigh's ingenuity... and her intricate means of indulging her passion." His gaze shifts to the bare-brained man.
Incendia Chorda"Remove that profane filth from my sight. It sickens me to observe the degraded inhuman's pathetic attempts at vying for attention. The only thing that stays its immediate death are your Rogue Trader's privileges that grant you the right to drag around such xenos refuse in your retinue. However desperate my wish to exterminate it might be, I shall not go against the word of the law here, in a place where His solemn justice is served."
MarazhaiMarazhai appears to have ignored her tirade completely and continues speaking nonchalantly, his gaze still focused on the wretched victim: "Such a shame it is that the Rogue Trader I crossed paths with is not capable of enjoying such fine delights... or is he/she?" He watches you, his eyes devouring.
YOU"What do you wish me to do?"
MarazhaiMarazhai looks at Incendia's meal. An intrigued smirk appears on his lips — the xenos is waiting to see your reaction.
YOU"What do you wish me to do?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Scoop up some of the man's brain matter] "Watch carefully."
YOU"No. I will do no such thing."
MarazhaiMarazhai clicks his tongue and looks away, immediately losing all interest in both you and Incendia, and in everything that is happening in her hall of justice, apparently.
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YOU"Stop talking before I have your mouth sewn shut."
MarazhaiMarazhai clicks his tongue and looks away, immediately losing all interest in both you and Incendia, and in everything that is happening in her hall of justice, apparently.continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Scoop up some of the man's brain matter] "Watch carefully."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"No. I will do no such thing."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Stop talking before I have your mouth sewn shut."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"That is disgusting. Unspeakably so."
Incendia Chorda"A pure soul cannot conceive or fathom the workings of an unrighteous mind. The weak embrace their ignorance, while the strong banish it. If only you knew what it is like to be familiar with every shade of corruption that lurks in depraved souls..."
Incendia ChordaSomething wild sparks in her pale eyes. "You know not the first thing about perceiving it. Sensing it! Peering into people's souls and seeing the heinousness therein. You do not know what it's like to look at their faces and see the brand of their impious deeds. But I know it all too well! And none shall escape my wrath!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"And? Does it help?"
Incendia Chorda"I have deepened my understanding of the petty and odious urges that drive the weak-willed to degeneracy. I have learned to see these urges in their eyes. If only you knew what it is like to be familiar with every shade of corruption that lurks in depraved souls..."
Incendia ChordaSomething wild sparks in her pale eyes. "You know not the first thing about perceiving it. Sensing it! Peering into people's souls and seeing the heinousness therein. You do not know what it's like to look at their faces and see the brand of their impious deeds. But I know it all too well! And none shall escape my wrath!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"A delicacy most sophisticated. I must have a taste myself, perhaps at a later time."
Incendia Chorda"It is not some perverted craving for pleasure. I educate myself to discern the corruption that dwells in the hearts and minds of the impure."
Incendia ChordaSomething wild sparks in her pale eyes. "You know not the first thing about perceiving it. Sensing it! Peering into people's souls and seeing the heinousness therein. You do not know what it's like to look at their faces and see the brand of their impious deeds. But I know it all too well! And none shall escape my wrath!"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I suggest we do not delve too deeply into this discussion."
Incendia Chorda"I have deepened my understanding of the petty and odious urges that drive the weak-willed to degeneracy. I have learned to see these urges in their eyes. If only you knew what it is like to be familiar with every shade of corruption that lurks in depraved souls..."continues where this line first appears above
Chorda(sequence)
Kibellah"Flesh and blood can grant revelations, but not like this. Devouring flesh is a profane act." Kibellah looks with disapproval at the open brain and the pulsing blue vein within. "This is not the way to serve the Undying One."
IdiraIdira lets out a quiet whistle. "If even Skully is bothered by it, then it must be bad."
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YOU"I do not see a single tome of the Lex Imperialis in this place, which means that you have spurned the letter of the Emperor's Law and that of Holy Terra — your judgement is your own. How far have you fallen in your hubris, Incendia?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The law has found its way to Footfall, after all, I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What manner of slaughterhouse is this? Some atrocious travesty of justice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is going on here?"continues where this line first appears above
Chorda(sequence)
Argenta"What is this abominable act His daughter is committing?" The Sister of Battle whispers incredulously as she stares at Chorda's monstrous feast. "There must be... a reason..."
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MarazhaiMarazhai's eyes are locked on the wretched soul who has had his skull cracked open. The corner of the Drukhari's mouth twitches, stretching his gaunt face into a twisted grin.
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Eogunn"What an... extravagant practice." Research interest flares within Eogunn's dark eyes. "I venture to hope that the medicae officers of the Chorda dynasty have screened the donor's grey matter for pathogenic substances."
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Entry point 2 of 16
Incendia ChordaIncendia, who is engaged in reading one of her many parchments, greets you in a voice that is sonorous and solemn: "[Name] von Valancius, I am pleased to see you. In this dark hour, when all the filth of the Expanse has caught the scent of freedom and crawled to the surface, it is comforting to see a faithful ally at my side. Together, we shall finish the purging of Footfall and restore order to every system in the Expanse!"
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 3 of 16
Incendia ChordaIncendia looks up from her parchment and enquires tensely, "What brings you to me, [Name]?"
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 4 of 16
ChordaYou swallow the brain matter, and it slips down into your stomach without the slightest issue. You hear a weak moan from the victim — and catch Marazhai's enraptured gaze, who looks like he could faint from sheer exhilaration.
Marazhai"My regards to you, [Name]." He glances at Incendia proudly. "I knew I was right about you."
Incendia Chorda"Do not hope that mimicking me and listening to your pet inhuman will let you glean the things I have gleaned from the taste of this heretic's thoughts. I do this with disgust and in the Emperor's name, while you are driven by morbid delight and twisted curiosity."
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Entry point 5 of 16
Incendia Chorda"That you are loathed and feared by the enemies of Humanity does not make you pure in the eyes of the Emperor. But perhaps He saw fit to set you on a different path, one of righteous xenocide and blood-soaked redemption for your faults. I would never dare to gainsay His will."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 6 of 16
Incendia Chorda"That the enemies of Humanity see you as their rival in the fight for Humanity's souls does not absolve you in the eyes of this court."
Acolyte of the InquisitionThe warrior clad in armour adorned with the sign of the Inquisition speaks in a voice that is even and dry like paper: "The Lord Inquisitor is aware of Rogue Trader von Valancius's arrival on Footfall. He allowed it and gave no order of persecution. Rather, the Lord Inquisitor's will is that Rogue Trader von Valancius be treated with respect befitting his/her high status. In her assertions, Lady Chorda is coming dangerously close to abusing her authority and violating the chain of command. This is your warning."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 7 of 16
Incendia Chorda"Your... intrepidity gives me reason to doubt the sufficiency of my evidence. Perhaps I should hold off on delivering the verdict. Briefly." Her outraged expression does not bode well.
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 8 of 16
Incendia Chorda"Speak your piece, [Name]. You are but a step away from making statements that will be considered an infringement upon my privileges, so I invite you to continue."
Acolyte of the InquisitionThe warrior clad in armour adorned with the sign of the Inquisition speaks in a voice that is even and dry like paper: "The Lord Inquisitor is aware of Rogue Trader von Valancius's arrival on Footfall. He allowed it and gave no order of persecution. Rather, the Lord Inquisitor's will is that Rogue Trader von Valancius be treated with respect befitting his/her high status. In her assertions, Lady Chorda is coming dangerously close to abusing her authority and violating the chain of command. This is your warning."
Incendia ChordaIncendia's pale cheek is hit by a spasm. Her lips curl as she mutters, "I have no intention of questioning the Lord Inquisitor's orders. Perhaps he wishes to receive you in one piece so that he may conduct a personal interrogation."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 9 of 16
Incendia ChordaShe is not lying. You can tell by her eyes and her voice, trembling with earnest faith, that Incendia genuinely believes in every word she just said.
YOU"And whom is it you are judging?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What makes you think you are entitled to govern this place as you see fit?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Chuckle and point at the hapless assassin's corpse] "I can tell you are quite popular with the locals."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where is the Lord Inquisitor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We shall see whether Footfall will thank the Emperor for your reign."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 10 of 16
Incendia ChordaNo matter how hard you try, you cannot discern what makes Incendia's voice tremble when she speaks of justice — the zeal of true faith or the lusting ecstasy of a maniac.
YOU"And whom is it you are judging?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What makes you think you are entitled to govern this place as you see fit?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Chuckle and point at the hapless assassin's corpse] "I can tell you are quite popular with the locals."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Where is the Lord Inquisitor?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"We shall see whether Footfall will thank the Emperor for your reign."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 11 of 16
Incendia ChordaOne look at Incendia's full dress uniform shows that it has not been changed in many days — the collar is greasy, and the braid trim is stained with sweat. The air is tinged with the smell of an inhaled stimulant that is used to give serfs the ability to work multiple watches without rest.
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I do not see a single tome of the Lex Imperialis in this place, which means that you have spurned the letter of the Emperor's Law and that of Holy Terra — your judgement is your own. How far have you fallen in your hubris, Incendia?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The law has found its way to Footfall, after all, I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What manner of slaughterhouse is this? Some atrocious travesty of justice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is going on here?"continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 12 of 16
Incendia ChordaIt is difficult to look at Incendia for long — you cannot stop glancing at her eyes, burning like embers, their gaze so hypnotising and oppressive that it fills you with the shameful urge to cast your eyes down.
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Point at the man with the open skull] "What... is that?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I do not see a single tome of the Lex Imperialis in this place, which means that you have spurned the letter of the Emperor's Law and that of Holy Terra — your judgement is your own. How far have you fallen in your hubris, Incendia?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"The law has found its way to Footfall, after all, I see."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What manner of slaughterhouse is this? Some atrocious travesty of justice?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What is going on here?"continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 13 of 16
Incendia ChordaOne look at Incendia's full dress uniform shows that it has not been changed in many days — the collar is greasy, and the braid trim is stained with sweat. The air is tinged with the smell of an inhaled stimulant that is used to give serfs the ability to work multiple watches without rest.
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 14 of 16
Incendia Chorda"If you are looking for Tocara's replacement, let me give you a name: Octaviana. My spies have discovered that, after his trial, she became the head representative of the Kasballica on Footfall. For now, I allow her to conduct her unscrupulous dealings — the Kasballica has promised to pay us generously with resources we need and fall in line if I halt the repressions. Those fools... I am only granting them a short respite before the inevitable trial."
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 15 of 16
ChordaThe brain matter spills inside your mouth, slips down into your gullet... and instantly triggers a wave of nausea. You barely stop yourself from losing the contents of your stomach with everyone watching. Your eyes tear up, and your vision goes dark — and not a shred of your suffering escapes Marazhai's notice as he savours every shift in your expression.
Marazhai"There, there, [Name]." Marazhai's voice is dripping with feigned pity. "Control yourself. Nevertheless... I cannot say the sentiment does not delight me. Even if you still have much to learn." He graces Incendia with a condescending glance, then looks back at you with repressed pride.
Incendia Chorda"Do not hope that mimicking me and listening to your pet inhuman will let you glean the things I have gleaned from the taste of this heretic's thoughts. I do this with disgust and in the Emperor's name, while you are driven by morbid delight and twisted curiosity."continues where this line first appears above
Entry point 16 of 16
Incendia ChordaIt is difficult to look at Incendia for long — you cannot stop glancing at her eyes, burning like embers, their gaze so hypnotising and oppressive that it fills you with the shameful urge to cast your eyes down.
YOU[Look closely at Incendia]continues where this line first appears above
YOU"So you are in charge of Footfall now?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What happened between you and Winterscale?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You said you would not rest until you had judged every soul on this station. I, too, wish to stand before your court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Address the crowd] "Those of you who acknowledge me as your sovereign are viewed by the law as subjects of House von Valancius and therefore are exempt from Chorda's judgement. I will take you aboard my ship."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Draw your weapon] "No more judgements. Cease this disgrace and get off Footfall."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Enough words. Your accused await, and so do my duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I will help you deal with Vladaym."continues where this line first appears above
YOU[Lie] "I will drag Vladaym before this court."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Your sentences have deprived me of several suppliers of valuable equipment."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What fate did you bestow upon Falco?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am going to see Calcazar. I have questions for him."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I bid you farewell."continues where this line first appears above