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RULES & NOTES

RULE 1) ONLY POST IF YOU ARE SELLING A TICKET. DO NOT POST ASKING TO BUY TICKETS.

By keeping all comments to only sellers we can help keep this thread clean and organized for buyers.

RULE 2) DO NOT LIST ANYTHING OVER FACE VALUE

This is not a place to make a profit, only a medium to connect real fans with one another to exchange tickets. And since the face price now includes shipping & fees, any shipping expense on the seller would be already covered in the list price. This year, 3-day tickets were priced at $375/$725/$1755/$5705 for GA/GA+/VIP/Platinum, respectively, while 1-day tickets were $170/$325/$705/$2205.

RULE 3) ONLY TICKETS FOR ACL-SPECIFIC EVENTS ARE ALLOWED

This includes any form of ACL passes, tickets to official aftershows, hotels during ACL weekends, etc.

RULE 4) ANY AND ALL SCAMMERS WILL BE BANNED

Seriously, the mod team will pull the trigger and not look back. Do not be that asshole who tries to scam good people out of money.

RULE 5) ALL ACCOUNTS MUST BE AT LEAST ONE WEEK OLD TO POST

This is a general rule for the sub as a whole but is especially prevalent on this thread. Scammers will usually make throwaway accounts, so this is an essential safety measure. All posts from any account less than seven days old will be deleted by AutoMod. There are zero exceptions to this rule, sorry.

RULE 6) BE AS DESCRIPTIVE AS POSSIBLE IN LISTING YOUR TICKETS, INCLUDING PRICE

Include price, quantity, weekend/specific days, and level of entry. Any low-effort posts that do not clearly state the exact tickets sold will be warned. Examples of a proper listing: "Selling two Saturday W2 GA+ tickets for $xyz per ticket" or "Looking to trade my one W1 regular GA 3-day pass for two W2 Friday passes" etc. ALL listings MUST include a list price; “make me an offer” type listings are prohibited.

RULE 7) ONLY POST ONCE PER TICKET/SET OF TICKETS SOLD

Do not flood this forum with multiple posts for your tickets. Make your post and be patient.

RULE 8) DELETE OR CROSS-OUT LISTINGS ONCE SOLD TO HELP KEEP THE PAGE UP-TO-DATE WITH ONLY AVAILABLE TICKETS

The mod team reserves the right to remove any listing that appears sold, stale, etc.

RULE 9) FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE ABOVE RULES OR ABUSING THIS SERVICE WILL RESULT IN BANS

After 2 warnings, the mods will issue a 3-day temp ban; after that, the next strike will result in a temp ban through 10/16 (the day after ACL W2 ends).

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TIPS TO BUYERS (AKA HOW TO NOT GET SCAMMED)

• Only exchange money using PayPal Goods & Services, the only proven way of ensuring you can recover your money if you do not receive the tickets you bought. It may be annoying to use over Venmo or CashApp, but it will provide peace of mind and protection. And yes, there are additional fees that the buyer should expect to pay when using PayPal, but that pales in comparison to the money lost in a scam. If the seller refuses to use PPG&S, consider that a red flag.
• Do your own due diligence on the seller. Does their account look normal? Do they seem like a regular person? Are they being shady with sharing information? Do not rush into any transaction if you have any suspicion about the seller; there will always be other tickets available from reputable sellers.
• Ask for confirmations, screenshots, tracking numbers, etc to ensure you have all the information needed to receive your wristband in a safe & secure manner.
• If you have ANY hesitations, listen to your gut and don't buy. There are dozens of other safe & effective channels to buy tickets, and there will always be inventory on the open market. Spending a few extra bucks on a StubHub-type service may be annoying, but those few extra dollars pale in comparison to being scammed!
• Think you've been scammed? DM the mod team and we can investigate the user.

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June 5
Venezuela: The Failure of Political Change and the Future of Human Rights
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/venezuela-the-failure-of-political-change-and-the-future-of-human-rights-tickets-643989569137
Michelle Good: Truth Telling (North York Central Library)
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/michelle-good-truth-telling-north-york-central-library-tickets-629479499127
Brick 111 Launch
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/brick-111-launch-tickets-637340973007
Photo Editing with Photoshop - Intermediate
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/photo-editing-with-photoshop-intermediate-tickets-635461290827
THIS IS NOT THE SHOW/Trampoline Hall Party
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/this-is-not-the-showtrampoline-hall-party-tickets-642566613037
Se Habla Español - We Speak Spanish Toronto
https://www.meetup.com/toronto/events/293580279/
🎱Play Pool, Make Friends, Have Fun in Downtown Toronto!🎱
https://www.meetup.com/torontobilliardsclub/events/293577863/
lululemon: Monday Night QSW RunCrew
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lululemon-monday-night-qsw-runcrew-tickets-641544194957
ULTIMATE FRISBEE All Genders Welcome! No Experience Necessary!
https://www.meetup.com/mracx-multisport/events/293936877/
North York Soccer Pick-up Co-ed Game each Monday
https://www.meetup.com/toronto-soccer-meetup/events/293979378/
** SUMMER RATES & SCHEDULE ** INDOOR SOCCER METRO SPORTSPLEX by JLSOCCER.COM
https://www.meetup.com/toronto-soccer-meetup/events/293582240/
Jays vs Astros @ SkyDome
https://www.mlb.com/bluejays/schedule/2023-06
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. Free preview @ Scotiabank Cinema. YMMV
https://forums.redflagdeals.com/scotiabank-cinema-toronto-june-5-transformers-rise-beasts-free-preview-scotiabank-cinema-ymmv-2621056/
$9.99 Raiders Of The Lost Ark @ Cineplex. Until June 8
https://www.cineplex.com/movie/raiders-of-the-lost-ark-2019
Metropolis @ Revue Cinema
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/anime-at-the-revue-metropolis-2001-tickets-617154264017
Lilo and Stitch @ Paradise Theatre
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/family-fare-presents-lilo-stitch-tickets-640862315437
Jewish Film Festival. Until June 11
https://tjff.com/
Casino bus to Niagara Falls
https://safewaytours.net/en/casino-tours/
Toronto Games Week. Until June 7
https://torontogamesweek.com/
$10 Clothing and Shoe Sale @ International Centre. Until June 11
https://www.popupgiant.com/
Canadian Music Week. Until June 10. Various venues
https://cmw.net/
Women in Music BC - Toronto Showcase & Networking Event
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-in-music-bc-toronto-showcase-networking-event-tickets-637254684917
Meredith Lazowski @ Cameron House
https://www.thecameron.com/shows
Frankie Rose @ Monarch Tavern
https://www.themonarchtavern.com/calendar
Punk rock cover night @ Bovine Sex Club
https://www.bovinesexclub.com/
Karaoke @ Toby's
https://www.instagram.com/jasonrolland/
$18.88 unlimited evening bowling @ Splitsville
https://splitsville.ca/richmond-hill-bowling/
Trivia @ Stout Irish
https://www.headscratcherstrivia.com/
Mean Girls trivia @ Hemingway's
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mean-girls-trivia-41-1st-night-tickets-633735559117
Trivia Mondays at Film Cafe
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/trivia-mondays-at-film-cafe-tickets-594746230987
Weekly trivia roundup
https://www.reddit.com/toronto/comments/ukk8dm/roundup_of_trivia_nights_in_toronto/
SiriusXM free preview. Until June 5
https://www.siriusxm.com/offers/free-listen
Open Life Drawing Toronto @ St Matthew's United Church
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/open-life-drawing-toronto-registration-565727234387
Mirvish lottery for $19 discounted Harry Potter tickets
https://lottery.mirvish.com/
Cirque du Soleil Kooza. Until June 18
https://www.cirquedusoleil.com/kooza
Disney Animation: Immersive Experience Toronto
https://tickets.lighthouseimmersive.com/toronto/?#/
Stranger Things : The Experience
https://strangerthings-experience.com/toronto/
The Office Experience @ Yorkdale Mall
https://theofficeexperience.com/toronto/
Jurassic World The Exhibition @ Square One
https://jurassicworldexhibition.com/mississauga/
Registration continues for JAM sports leagues
https://toronto.jamsports.com/index.php
YMCA free 7-day trial pass
https://trythey.ymcagta.org
GoodLife Fitness free 7-day trial pass
https://try.goodlifefitness.com/raptors?utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=MSLE-Partnership&utm_source=Partner
Presto card discounts. Various attractions, shows , restaurants
https://www.prestocard.ca/en/about/presto-perks
Free admission to various attractions via TPL Map Pass Program
https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/museum-arts-passes/
Toronto History Museums free admission
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/history-art-culture/museums/
Indoor /outdoor pools
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/recreation/swimming/#location=&lat=&lng=
Self guided Discovery Tours
https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments/streets-parking-transportation/sidewalk-tours-wayfinding/self-guided-tours/discovery-tours/
Seeing the Invisible An Outdoor Augmented Reality Exhibition
https://moca.ca/exhibitions/seeing-the-invisible/
Volunteer w/Bike Brigade
https://www.bikebrigade.ca/
Volunteer w/Nature Stewards to remove invasive plants
https://torontonaturestewards.org/
Monday Night Open Mic
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/monday-night-open-mic-tickets-606768891087
Take the plunge: First taste for solos @ Oasis
https://members.oasisaqualounge.com/sessions/new
Naughty on a school night @ M4
http://clubm4.com/event-calenda
Complimentary Wine Tastings at Blue Door Wine Shop
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/complimentary-wine-tastings-at-blue-door-wine-shop-tickets-632110087287
$4.99 Big Mary chicken sandwich @ Mary Brown's
https://marybrowns.com/offers/
$10 OG chicken sandwich @ Union Chicken
https://www.unionchicken.com/menu-daily-specials
$18.99 AYCE endless wings @ Hooters. Drink purchase required
https://www.hooters.to/downtown-toronto
50% off wings @ Montana's. Drink purchase required
https://www.montanas.ca/en/promotions/dailydeals.html
$23.99 AYCE endless wings @ St Louis. Until July 2
https://www.stlouiswings.com/wingsanity/
$10 unlimited toppings @ Pi . Co
https://forums.redflagdeals.com/pi-co-10-unlimited-topping-craft-pizza-2592458/
Summer drink days @ McDonald's. Until Sept 4
https://forums.redflagdeals.com/mcdonalds-summer-drink-days-may-23-september-4-2617674/
Birthday freebies. Marble Slab, and more
https://forums.redflagdeals.com/birthday-freebies-version-2017-2022-1719925/
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June 6
Group bike ride w/TBN
https://tbn.ca/event-5254039
Jays vs Astros @ SkyDome. $1 hot dog night
https://www.mlb.com/bluejays/schedule/2023-06
Annex history walk
https://www.meetup.com/the-history-of-parkdale/events/293929579/
Lights, Camera, Action: Hollywood North Film Locations history walk
https://www.meetup.com/the-history-of-parkdale/events/293906659/
🎱 Pool and Drinks Social @ Dundas West Shoxs Billiard Lounge 🎱
https://www.meetup.com/torontobilliardsclub/events/293599792/
Mississauga: Outdoor Pick-up Soccer
https://www.meetup.com/toronto-soccer-meetup/events/293600506/
Spiderman: Across the Spiderverse w/Meetup
https://www.meetup.com/made-about-movies/events/293550018/
Drake Bingo w/Devine Darlin @ Drake Hotel
https://www.thedrake.ca/thedrakehotel/whatson/
Trivia @ Stout Irish
https://www.headscratcherstrivia.com/
Four band showcase @ Dakota Tavern
https://www.dakotatavern.ca/
Dylan @ Velvet Underground
http://thevelvet.ca/events/
David Pryde @ Absolute Comedy
https://www.absolutecomedy.ca/toronto
Skyline's The Limit @ Second City
https://www.secondcity.com/shows/toronto/the-second-city-mainstage-87th-revue/?tickets=&date=
50% off wings @ Crown and Dragon. Drink purchase required. After 5PM
https://www.crownanddragon.com/
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June 7
Jays vs Astros @ SkyDome
https://www.mlb.com/bluejays/schedule/2023-06
Aga Khan Museum free admission after 4PM
https://www.agakhanmuseum.org/visit/tickets-hours.html
Gardiner Museum free admission after 4PM
https://www.gardinermuseum.on.ca/visit/
AGO free admission after 6PM
https://ago.ca/visit/free-wednesday-nights
Free ROM Walk: King Street East Newspapers & Newsmakers
https://www.rom.on.ca/en/whats-on/free-walk-king-street-east-newspapers-newsmakers-june-723
Yonge Street architecture tour w/Heritage Toronto. PWYC/donation
https://www.heritagetoronto.org/whats-on/yonge-street-architecture-june-7/
Hairspray. Free outdoor movie @ College Park
https://downtownyonge.com/series/college-park-after-hours/
Group bike ride w/Toronto Cruisers
http://torontocruisers.com/
Mad Caddies @ Lee's Palace
https://www.leespalace.com/events
David Pryde @ Absolute Comedy
https://www.absolutecomedy.ca/toronto
Skyline's The Limit @ Second City
https://www.secondcity.com/shows/toronto/the-second-city-mainstage-87th-revue/?tickets=&date=
Mosquito. Movie screening + comedy commentary @ Comedy Bar
https://comedybar.ca/shows/guts-for-laughs
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June 8
Luxury Cosmetics Warehouse Sale @ Markham Fairgrounds
https://tcws-markham-june-2023.splashthat.com/Social
Horse racing @ Woodbine. Free admission and parking
https://woodbine.com/upcoming-races/
Jays vs Astros @ SkyDome
https://www.mlb.com/bluejays/schedule/2023-06
Bingo @ Flash On Church
http://flashonchurch.com/
Kreator and Sepultura @ Danforth Music Hall
https://thedanforth.com/
Live band karaoke @ Wheatsheaf Tavern
https://www.goodenoughlivekaraoke.com/upcoming-shows.html
David Pryde @ Absolute Comedy
https://www.absolutecomedy.ca/toronto
Skyline's The Limit @ Second City
https://www.secondcity.com/shows/toronto/the-second-city-mainstage-87th-revue/?tickets=&date=
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June 9
Luxury Cosmetics Warehouse Sale @ Markham Fairgrounds
https://tcws-markham-june-2023.splashthat.com/Social
Horse racing @ Woodbine. Free admission and parking
https://woodbine.com/upcoming-races/
Jays vs Twins @ SkyDome
https://www.mlb.com/bluejays/schedule/2023-06
Bingo @ Flash On Church
http://flashonchurch.com/
MOCA free admission after 5PM
https://moca.ca/visit/
David Pryde @ Absolute Comedy
https://www.absolutecomedy.ca/toronto
Skyline's The Limit @ Second City
https://www.secondcity.com/shows/toronto/the-second-city-mainstage-87th-revue/?tickets=&date=
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June 10
$10/$15 unlimited GO Transit
https://www.gotransit.com/en/travelling-with-us/promotions-and-events/weekend-passes-with-go
Bus to Casino Rama
https://www.casinorama.com/vip-coach/
Luxury Cosmetics Warehouse Sale @ Markham Fairgrounds
https://tcws-markham-june-2023.splashthat.com/Social
Toronto Islands walk w/MeetUp. Dog friendly. Free
https://meetu.ps/e/M9NqK/fM5W/i
Bike Party group bike ride
https://linktr.ee/bikepartytoronto
Horse racing @ Woodbine. Free admission and parking
https://woodbine.com/upcoming-races/
Jays vs Twins @ SkyDome
https://www.mlb.com/bluejays/schedule/2023-06
Toronto Rush vs Philadelphia Phoenix @ Varsity Stadium
https://theaudl.com/rush/schedule
Open Tuning music festival. Free
https://opentuningfestival.wordpress.com/
Bingo @ Flash On Church
http://flashonchurch.com/
TSA walking tours
https://torontosocietyofarchitects.ca/tours/
David Pryde @ Absolute Comedy
https://www.absolutecomedy.ca/toronto
Skyline's The Limit @ Second City
https://www.secondcity.com/shows/toronto/the-second-city-mainstage-87th-revue/?tickets=&date=
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June 11
$10/$15 unlimited GO Transit
https://www.gotransit.com/en/travelling-with-us/promotions-and-events/weekend-passes-with-go
Bus to Casino Rama
https://www.casinorama.com/vip-coach/
Free ROM Walk: Kensington
https://www.rom.on.ca/en/whats-on/free-walk-kensington-june-1123
TSA walking tours
https://torontosocietyofarchitects.ca/tours/
Luxury Cosmetics Warehouse Sale @ Markham Fairgrounds
https://tcws-markham-june-2023.splashthat.com/Social
Horse racing @ Woodbine. Free admission and parking
https://woodbine.com/upcoming-races/
Jays vs Twins @ SkyDome
https://www.mlb.com/bluejays/schedule/2023-06
Toronto Maple Leafs vs Guelph Royals. Free baseball @ Christie Pits
https://www.mapleleafsbaseball.com/stats#/team-schedule?team_id=238204
Bingo @ Flash On Church
http://flashonchurch.com/
Bata Shoe Museum free admission
https://batashoemuseum.ca/visit-us/
Trivia Sunday Afternoons at 99 Bottles
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/trivia-sunday-afternoons-at-99-bottles-tickets-558319557827
Free drop-in kickball @ Alexandra Park. Beginners welcome
https://www.facebook.com/TorontoKickball/
$18.88 unlimited evening bowling @ Splitsville
https://splitsville.ca/richmond-hill-bowling/
Karaoke @ Toby's
https://www.instagram.com/jasonrolland/
Karaoke @ Capone's
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/karaoke-sundays-tickets-640202251167
Karaoke @ The Hashtag
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/karaoke-night-hosted-in-a-friendly-restro-bar-located-at-st-clair-ave-w-tickets-509785882297
David Pryde @ Absolute Comedy
https://www.absolutecomedy.ca/toronto
Skyline's The Limit @ Second City
https://www.secondcity.com/shows/toronto/the-second-city-mainstage-87th-revue/?tickets=&date=
$5 meals @ Tea N Bannock. Free for kids 12 and under
https://forums.redflagdeals.com/tea-n-bannock-toronto-5-sunday-meals-tea-n-bannock-free-kids-12-under-2620632/
50% off wings @ Crown and Dragon. Drink purchase required
https://www.crownanddragon.com/

The global precious metals market size was USD 261.94 billion in 2020. The industry is expected to expand from USD 275.40 billion in 2021 to USD 403.08 billion in 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.6% from 2021 to 2028. The rise can be credited to increasing disposable incomes and changing lifestyle choices across various regions.
Information Source - https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/precious-metals-market-105747
Segments:
Gold Segment to Register Notable Growth Due to Escalating Disposable Income
Based on type, the market for precious metals is segmented into silver, gold, and platinum group metals. The gold segment is expected to record commendable expansion over the forecast period. The rise can be attributed to the surging disposable income and escalating knowledge regarding investments among consumers. Based on region, the industry is subdivided into Europe, Asia Pacific, North America, South America, and the Middle East & Africa.
Industrial Segment to Record Commendable Surge Impelled by Growing Silver Demand
Based on application, the industry for precious metals is fragmented into jewelry, industrial, investments, and others. Of these, the industrial segment is anticipated to depict considerable growth over the estimated period. The expansion can be credited to the surging silver demand from photovoltaic manufacturers. The segmental growth is further being driven by the rising demand for solar panels.
Report Coverage:
The report provides an in-depth analysis of the major trends that are expected to drive business growth over the forthcoming years. It further gives a comprehensive coverage of the key factors anticipated to impel the industry landscape across various regions. Additional aspects of the report comprise the significant steps taken by leading companies for the consolidation of their market position.
Drivers and Restraints:
Market Value to Surge Driven by Changing Lifestyle Choices & Surging Disposable Income
Precious metals market growth is primarily being impelled by the changing lifestyle choices and surging disposable income. This is further being supplemented by the escalating significance of jewelry in the wedding ceremonies of India, China, and other South Asian countries. Besides, gold is considered as a safe haven for investment.
However, the industry growth is likely to be hindered by a range of factors such as government reserves, geopolitical uncertainties, inflation, currency fluctuations, and others.
Regional Insights:
Asia Pacific to Emerge as Major Region Due to Presence of Electronics & Electrical Industry in the Region
Asia Pacific precious metals market share is anticipated to register substantial growth through the forecast period. The surge can be credited to the presence of the largest electronics & electrical industry in the region. Further, India and China are key consumers of gold, which is expected to favor industry expansion to a considerable extent.
The North America region is set to record commendable expansion over the estimated period. The rise can be attributed to robust manufacturing capabilities in the U.S. and the presence of precious mineral mines in the region.
Competitive Landscape:
Market Players Enter Partnership Agreements to Strengthen Industry Presence
Leading companies are striking partnership deals and collaborations to strengthen their market presence. Several industry participants are focusing on a range of strategies including mergers, acquisitions, and the launch of new products to secure a competitive edge. Some of the additional initiatives include surging participation in trade fairs and conferences.
Key Industry Development:
May 2021 – Newmont Corporation acquired GT Gold to strengthen its portfolio. The deal comprised the Tatogga project, which would contribute to the production of gold and copper.
List of Key Players Mentioned in the Report:

• Newmont Corporation (U.S.)
• Barrick Gold Corporation (Canada)
• AngloGold Ashanti Limited (South Africa)
• Kinross Gold Corporation (Canada)
• Newcrest Mining Limited (Australia)
• Gold Fields Limited (South Africa)
• Freeport-McMoRan (U.S.)
• PJSC Polyus (Russia)
• Anglo American Platinum Limited (South Africa)
• Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (South Africa)

"Ikn ultro irthir tairais."
I focused on what looked like a meeting room, the sounds of busy Humans reached my ears.
"I can hear their chatter." I said. "For the next twenty minutes, as long as I maintain my concentration, I will hear them."
I let my body relax, focusing on the words, letting them flow through my mind. "I can hear them talking about us, complaints that they got put on 'lizard duty', complaints about how we should have just died off by now. I can hear them talking about me, they are approaching."
The voices grew louder, chairs being moved, the creaking as they sat down, the door sliding shut.
"You all know why we're here." A gruff voice spoke. There was a shuffling of papers. I spoke the words as I heard them. "What the fuck do we do about these goddamn lizards?"
They muttered among themselves, uncertainty, fear."
"More importantly." Another voice spoke. "What do we do about the bulletproof motherfucker? They've got fucking magic that stops a bullet, magic that chases you down and blows your fucking head clean off- I watched as my buddies got killed by those freaks of nature."
"Kobolds." Another, softer feminine voice spoke. "Always chaotic evil creatures, looked them up myself." Another voice spoke. "Based on what the lab coats say, anyone who gets turned into one gradually becomes more like them in mindset and morality. Now, I'm just a humble player, and part of me's fuckin' ecstatic over the fact that one of my favorite games're real-"
"Get to the point." The gruff voice spoke.
"We're disconnected." The softer voice spoke. "Everything we know about the universe is a lie, and as sure as God is my witness, I'm pretty sure this problem of ours is caused by an evil god named Kurtulmak, the God of Kobolds." The room went silent. "That means they've probably god Clerics working under her, plotting nothing less than the spread of her will."
The room erupted with arguing.
"Quiet down!" Gruff Voice shouted. "Corporal, since you're the expert here, what do you suggest?"
"Well, they're clearly using magic, so it stands to reason they've got enough Clerics and Druids to maintain their food supplies. We can't risk any of our fliers going over the quarantine zone, and launching a nuke is just going to cause problems. With Clerics, they can cure any disease or poison we throw at them, and that's not even going into what happens if any when they go underground. Therefore, I think the only reasonably course of action is tapping into that same power they have."
"How?" The question was simple.
"Well, the existence of certain older mythological deities, such as Bhaal, imply that at some point, there was connection. Maybe the rise of Christianity severed us, maybe it just happened regardless. But considering we're against Kobolds, our best option would be to try and make contact with the God who has a longstanding hatred of them."
The room went silent for several moment, followed by Gruff Voice asking, "Whom, and how do you plan on achieving this?"
"The Gnome God, Garl Glittergold." Soft Voice spoke. "He once nearly wiped them out at the height of their power, and based on the reports, our bulletproof Kobold seems to be at the very least a worshiper of Kurtulmak. As for the how, the only thing I can think of is observing one of his holy days, the Communion of Laughter- he's the jovial kind of deity, you see. I'm thinking, if we can get him to notice this going on, he'll be more curious than not as to why an outlier is suddenly paying homage to him, and we can explain our situation to him."
"Draw attention to a god who hates these 'Kobolds', and get him to do what we can't." Gruff Voice said. "I think it's a long shot, but literally anything is better than nothing. When is this holy day?"
"The thirteenth, sir, about five days away, if we can manage it."
"Corporal Martel, I'm investing in you the authority to set this up. Anything and everything you need. we will get it as quickly as we can. We only have one shot at this-"
"It's every thirteenth, sir." Martel stated.
"What?"
"The Communion of Laughter is held every month on the thirteenth. The best case scenario is it works, we get rid of the problem, and then we can go home. Worst case scenario, we party each month and have a boost in morale."
"Very well. Every thirteenth, we'll try our damnedest to get this guy's attention. Dismissed."
They left as my spell petered out. I shook my head and looked at the others, they were stone-faced.
"Five days, huh?" Nakk said softly.
"Their plan won't work." I said. He looked at me, confusion clear in his eyes. "Part of the deal for letting our Emperor out of the cavern below was his agreement to agree to compromise. Even if they remain enemies, with Bahamut interceding on our behalf, Glittergold won't be able to do a damn thing about us. Either he attacks us, and loses Bahamut's support- especially since he'll be attacking innocent victims of Tiamat's actions- he refuses to attack knowing Bahamut will get on his ass about it, or the more likely scenario, he won't even notice at all."
I paused, thinking for a moment. "That said, we need to ensure everyone is safely underground in the event that Glittergold does attack. The day of the thirteenth, we need everyone evacuated underground to Darastrixthurhi. If Glittergold decides to reenact its destruction, he'll have to contend with the fact that it's underground, surrounded by solid rock, as dug out by the first Kobold who would have already anticipated a second destruction."
"We could just kill them." A Rogue remarked.
"We could, but then we're attacking a potentially devout follower of Garl and that might piss him off even more. I will be convening with our Emperor, and I will be making an effort to bring Bahamut's Temple into this. Nakk, I want you present, we tell them I asked you to provide me the means to spy on our enemy."
Nakk nodded.
A Rogue ran over to us. "Leader, the Council has requested to convene."
"It'll have to wait." Nakk spoke. "Imperator, I will follow your lead."
The Council room was quiet when we entered, Tudru and Kuvli looked annoyed, they were glaring at Galax, who was holding his Holy Symbol in hand and silently uttering a prayer.
"We're all here." Merti stated as Nakk and I sat down.
"We are still missing one person." Galax stated. "He will be here soon."
As if on cue, the door opened and my Emperor strode in. Everyone did a double take, except Galax, who simply opened his eyes and looked at us all. "I have had a vision." He said.
"Not this shit again!" Tudru sighed. He stood up. "I'm not fucking having any more of your religious bullshit, from anyone!"
"Tudru, sit down." I said.
"No! Fuck you, Ruuk! Fuck you, Galax! And especially fuck you-!"
My Emperor grabbed him by the throat as Tudru fronted on him, his eyes blazed with divine fury. "I invite you to calm yourself, Fighter, or your people will need to replace you."
Tudru went silent, all anger replaced by terror.
"The Temple of Bahamut and I have, at present, made amends." I stated. "If your concern, Tudru, was that we were going to be at each other's throats, rest assured any further aggression will take place outside of the town." I looked at Galax. "Do not forget that Galax has had accurate visions in the past, I do not think it would be prudent to ignore him simply because he and I have been fighting."
"It's not just you two." Kuvli stated. "They're too fucking high and mighty for their own good, I still remember what he said. Out of his hands, my ass!"
"That's not even going into the shady shit you've been doing." Tatla said. "Don't think I haven't noticed those Sorcerers going in and out of your Tower like that."
"The same Sorcerers who I found today underneath where we sit, who were gathered around an altar, bleeding on it, so they could summon a Demon for power?" I asked. Everyone- except Tallyn- expressed surprise at this.
"I gave them a simple ultimatum." I continued. "Since they could not be trusted with the interests of the Warren, they could either submit to my Master, and have the oversight they desperately wanted to avoid, or I would kill them." I looked at everyone. "At present, my Master has given them a collar which will choke them if they willingly do anything that will harm the Warren. They fucked around, they found out. This will be the case for any spellcaster who endangers the Warren for personal power."
"Do you hear yourself?" Tudru asked.
"Do you have a better option?" I asked. "If so, I will happily release them."
Nobody said anything. I looked at Galax. "Your vision." I said.
He nodded. "I had a vision." He spoke. "My God had delivered to me a platinum blade, and he spoke. 'This blade is the end of your life. Wield it without hesitation.' And then he was gone, and in his place stood a white dragon, who laid upon my hand a single nugget of gold, and then came forth a black dragon, who did the same, and so it was with a red, green, and blue dragon, until my hand was weighed down by the gold. Yet even as I strove to drop the gold, it had melted into it, forming a golden manacle that was as hard as steel, that chained me to my temple. And it was then, and only then, that the sun was blotted out as if by an eclipse, and our town was destroyed."
"What the fuck is that even supposed to mean?" Tatla asked.
"I know the answer." I said. All eyes were on me. "Nakk, please tell the Council about my request to you."
Nakk nodded. "You asked me to send some of my rogues to infiltrate the enemy's base of operations." He said. "You wanted them to get a good look at the interior, and provide silent images for you."
I nodded. "I cast a spell known as Clairvoyance." I said. "With it, I listened in on their base. They were talking about us, and I'm sorry to report that they don't even see us as former citizens, just evil creatures that need exterminated."
I paused, letting everyone come to terms with that.
"How does this relate to the vision?" My Emperor asked.
"I overheard a meeting. One of their own has a plan to, on the thirteenth of this month-" My Emperor's eyes widened, he instantly knew. "-to perform a ritual known as the Communion of Laughter, one that venerates the Gnome God, Garl Glittergold, who destroyed Darastrixthurhi countless ages ago. The thirteenth is five days away."
"It is likely to work." My Emperor said. "But I have learned from that time, I have reinforced my rebuilt fortress, there is solid earth between it and the surface, even then, it is already beneath a mountain. I am certain, should he come, we will survive."
"Bringing in an entire fucking god?" Tudru asked.
"While you remain safe underground, I will confront Garl alone." My Emperor spoke. "Even if he seeks to kill me, so long as I have one faithful remaining, I will not die."
"I'm sorry, Master." I said. "I am not letting you be alone." He looked at me. "Order me as you wish, I have already disobeyed a God to stand at your side."
"I will go too." Galax spoke. "Garl Glittergold will have to contend with the reality that the faithful of Bahamut is willing to stand beside a foe, for we are innocent victims of a cruel mistress."
I looked at the rest of the Council. "The rest of you, please do what you can to ensure the safety of the people. Everything I have done has been for them, I refuse to let them die."
"How can we trust this isn't some sort of trick?" Tudru asked.
"Zone of Truth." I said. "But at this point, since you clearly don't trust us, you'll find a reason as to why we couldn't possibly be telling the truth."
The room was tense.
I could no longer count on Tudru having my back, Kuvli might still have some regard for us. Nakk was on my side, certainly-
"I will." Kuvli spoke. "Five days will prove whether or not they're telling the truth. We continue as normal, and when it's time to go underground, we will."
"Tell us something, Ruuk." Tudru said. "And be honest with us. Have you ever at any point harbored any desire to take over?"
"Clarify the question, please." I said.
"So, you deny it?"
"Clarify the question." I stated.
He paused for a moment. "Have you, at any point, made any efforts behind the Council's back to establish a different form of government?"
"It is my will, that this land one day bears witness to my Empire." My Emperor spoke.
"I'm talking to-"
"And I am answering!" My Emperor snapped. "Just as Bahamut would wish for a nation that holds true to his ideals, who serve him faithfully, so too do I. Under my command, Ruuk lays down the foundation necessary to- if this Council either falls, or deigns to relinquish power- take command. I have named him my Imperator, my faithful call him such. He still clings stubbornly to the necessity of this Council."
"No matter how many times it's brought up, I'm still going to say no." I said in the most exhausted voice I could muster.
"There have been an increase in dissatisfaction with us doing our job..." Kalith spoke. "What is stopping them from simply tossing our authority- such as it is- aside and establishing something else?" He looked at the others. "If it comes to such, I will take up that responsibility."
At first, I was confused as to why he was doing that. I was the Imperator, but then I saw the glares directed at him.
'Merti, Tatla, Galax, and Tallyn.' I mentally noted. Tudru only glared after it became apparent there were others who were doing it, and it wasn't like he wasn't paying attention. Kuvli simply stared at him with no outward expression. With Nakk rolling his eyes, putting on a show for the others. Rekka just looked away.
That made it potentially four people on my side, not counting Kalith. We actually had the advantage.
"No." I said. Kalith looked at me with wide eyes. "That isn't something we can decide on. The only way something like that is happening is if the people overwhelmingly support it. Even then, I couldn't possibly take that kind of role."
I shook my head. "Besides, we need to focus on the threat at hand. Five days from now, we are all going to be facing the potential of death. Merti, Tatla, even if you don't believe us, please work hard to stock up on enough food to support everyone. No matter what, we need to survive, at least long enough for our enemies to lower their guard."
They both looked at each other, then nodded. "We trust Galax's visions, and since you can corroborate something that at least makes sense with it in context..." Merti trailed off.
"We'll do it, for the good of the Warren." She said.
"Galax, do you think your Clerics would be willing to work together with ours to spread the news? So far, the people have only seen us bickering, knowing there is a danger and that we're already making efforts to ensure everyone's survival should heighten our chances of getting people to listen."
Galax nodded. "You brought the sword to me that signals the start of this, one that could have only come about had you any love for my God. We will do this."
"So, what, me and my Fighters are just fucking useless?" Tudru asked.
"Can you fight a mountain?" Kurtulmak asked.
"N-no..." Tudru replied.
"Tudru, Kuvli, you've been working your warriors hard, I know everyone's been using magic to heal sore muscles. That means each and every one of your Fighters and Berserkers are strong. We're going to need that strength to get everything we need moved down in Darastrixthurhi."
I could see in their eyes, in spite of their outward hostility and aloofness, they respected me and wanted to support me.
"Nakk, you know your Rogues better than any of us, do what you need to in order to keep us safe, and tell the Monks that we're not leaving them topside, they're coming with us and that is non-negotiable."
"On it." Nakk replied.
"For someone so unwilling to lead an Empire, you're certainly quick to give orders." I looked at Tallyn. "Are you actually against such a thing for moral reasons, or because you want it, but know you shouldn't take it?"
"Tallyn-" I started.
"Tell us honestly." He said.
My Emperor lightly tapped my back, then he scraped his claw up, then down. So, this was it, then. I looked down, rubbing my hands together, I spoke, "I'd be lying if I said the thought didn't appeal to me." I looked up at him. "But I can't."
Based on the expressions of the others, it seemed that earned me a few brownie points with them.
"Rekka, can you and your Artificers come up with something to ensure we have fresh air underground? I know there are shafts that bring fresh air in-"
"I'm already mentally building the schematics." She said.
"What will you and Kalith be doing?" Tallyn asked.
"I'll be organizing my Sorcerers to ensure everything goes smoothly." I replied. "He and his Warlocks will be doing much the same as me." I paused. "Tallyn, I'm not actually certain what Paladins do, exactly."
"I can lead my Paladins to heal anyone who gets hurt, that should be enough."
"It will have to be." I said.
That was the end of the meeting, nobody made any comment on how I effectively took command. Galax and Tallyn were the first to get up and leave, with Merti and Tatla leaving shortly after.
"Tudru, Kuvli, Rekka." I said. They all looked at me, "Was it my imagining, or does the idea of the Warren becoming an Empire not bother you?"
"No." Kuvli stated bluntly. "It does not."
"It's pretty much inevitable at this point." Rekka said.
Tudru averted his gaze. "I'd be lying if I said it did." He said.
"Then will you support your Imperator when needed?" I asked. Only Tudru and Rekka looked surprised.
"Finally." Kuvli said, smiling. He walked around the table over to me and knelt. "We've been waiting since day one of us Awakening for you to say something like that."
"Imperator." Tudru said hesitantly. He did the same as Kuvli, and knelt.
Rekka followed suit.
"Swear your fealty to me, and our God, our Emperor, Kurtulmak." I said.
"I swear." They spoke.
"In the days to come, I want the people to demand I take command. If anyone speaks out against this, have them detained, so that when I do take command, I release them and show I am a magnanimous leader. Is this understood?"
"Yes, Imperator." They all spoke. Tudru smiled as he said it, it was clear he had been wanting this for a long while yet.
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Introduction
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Top 10 Corporate gifts
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Conclusion
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