Entry 02 - In Response...
In response to your ‘decree’, I must remind the Vanguard of the limits of your jurisdiction. I am amazed by the depths of your arrogance, your continued faith in beliefs that have, for centuries, served as a justification for violence, mass-manipulation, and unnecessary war. Illuminates have become a major cause of the downward spiral of the City. We FreeSouls welcome the opportunity to explore any and every chance at gaining knowledge and insight into recent developments. We would welcome assistance, even from the Illuminated Vanguard, in the defense of the Dream.
The inert state of our houses and continuous anomalies remain a mystery for the Dream to unravel. We do not pretend to have all the answers as your Vanguard does nor do we level accusations based on unproven theories. The Vanguard seems inclined toward fighting wars on every front, to the extent that it will become spread beyond its resources. Your time and energy is better spent seeking answers than it is forcing us into warfare. You label us enemies of the Dream. You label the Idoaclesians as enemies as well and fail to grasp the opportunity they present. Think of what we can learn from them! Be warned that we will continue to defend our people from all dangers, including your decrees. Your jurisdiction has its limits.
However, I implore you to cease issuing your decrees. We can learn a great deal from the Idoaclesians. They have paid the ultimate price with the loss of their own ‘variant Dream’. Do you wish to allow history to repeat itself once again? Yes, our enemies are numerous but there is no greater enemy than the one that lies within. If we continue to stand divided, we will all fall at their feet.
You have been advised. The next move is yours to make. Choose wisely, old friend.
Respectfully,
Xun’rok,
Knight Commander, FreeSoul Templars
