The pigeon flies in through the window of the log cabin in Fellucca. It sees Lukkan's pale white face and fire red hair. The pigeon haults in mid air, flutters and squawks loudly, drops a parchment, and flies quickly out the window.
"Stupid Bird," mutters Lukkan. He reaches down to grab the parchment, unfolds, and reads.
A stone gaze approaches Lukkan's face, as he grabs for his throne, losing is balance. Gloriana, his sister enters the room from upstairs.
"Brother, what is it?," asks Gloriana.
"The Empire, they are calling me to my first mission."
"Great! They are entrusting you finally," speaks Gloriana.
"Aye, but....,"
"What is it Lukkan?"
"I am to morph, and place myself in the pyramid as one of them."
"Well that should be easy for you, you used to..."
"Do NOT utter those words'" yelled Lukkan.
"If Mardoth gets word I am in the pyramid, it'll mean certain death for me."
"You must cover my trails, keep me visible in town," proclaims Lukkan.
He hands her a hooded shroud, some necromantic regeants, and a valorite scythe.
"Ever so often, randomly, mount my steed, stride through the towns, make it look as if Im doing business as usual."
"yes, brother, whatever you like, but I'm confused"
"I shall explain later, and especially beware of the necromancer in red. Use your powers of magery to transport yourself to safety should he appear. This is my chance to show the Empire of my Honor and change in ways, but should I be exposed in the pyramid, I wont return."
Gloriana begins to cry. Lukkan comforts her.
"My ways of evil come at a great cost to change to Honor. It wont be easy, but the Guardians are great in number and strong in skill. I shall make them proud to have me a part of them."
"Quickly now sister, prepare a bag of regeants for me, some food and water, and that weapon there."
Lukkan points to a glacial staff. Gloriana begins her preparations for Lukkan.
She hands him his backpack, weapon, and a few magery regeants.
"You have been practicing the Arcane arts. Use these in dire need."
Lukkan steps outside, hugs Gloriana, and walks out into the grassy area in front of his cabin. With the wisk of his arms and a few words spoken, Lukkan transforms into a Wraith. Gloriana opens a portal for him to enter the Sands Area.
"Sister, send some pigeons, one to the Emperor, one to Lora, one to Elathiel. Make them aware I have accepted the mission and will not fail them."
As he turns to go, he stops, looks again to Gloriana.
"And send one to Maven, maybe he'll look upon me in a different light."
With a nod from Gloriana, the Wraith enters the portal.
"God speed, brother."