Saashi
“Khajiit didn’t detect any traces of ancient magic. Are you sure this is the place?”
Lich
“It is. I have a divine connection with it. It must be here.”
Saashi
“All right, I hope what you say is true.”
Lich
“We have the same interests, so there is no need to deceive you.”
Saashi
“Hope so.”
Saashi
“Why are there goblins? They have always been bullies. There is no way they would be here if your empire was here.”
Lich
“Heh, it’s just the same old trick.”
Saashi
“It’s your same old trick, isn’t it? Well if there are not anymore obvious signs here, then you are suspicious.”
Lich
Isn’t the most obvious sign is that wasteland creatures and goblins are in love with each other?”
Saashi
“That’s true… but Khajiit couldn’t feel any magic fluctuations.”
Lich
“That is all it can do. Keep going.”
Lich
“It is true that these goblins have hidden something, which could be some kind of enchanted item.”
Saashi
“This question has come up before, why do these goblins have a mastery of magic far beyond that of their kin?”
Lich
“What are you waiting for? Let’s go.”
Lich
“This is it. It should be the rune that has a very familiar scent.”
Saashi
“I am also familiar with the scent of this rune. Is it yours?”
Lich
“It is ours. Seeing it now I think I understand how it hides the magic fluctuations.”
Saashi
“Shielding magic with magic?”
Lich
“Smart kitten. This area should have two more such runes. Take away the rune. Then I will will be able to break the barrier.”
Saashi
“After we took the+ leftover runes, we really were able to perceive the magic fluctuations. Brilliant!”
Lich
“It’s just a little trick to break the barrier.”
Saashi
“Looks like you know it well.”
Lich
“Don’t try it, I’ve worked with it for decades, I understand the methods.”
Saashi
“Hmph, it really is two peas in a pod.”
Lich
“It’s good to remain suspicious, but it would be foolish to be so obvious about it.”
Saashi
“Go ahead, but I hope you’re not setting us up again.”
Saashi
“I was familiar with your tactics along the way. It feels like I’ve encountered them somewhere before.”
Lich
“They are of ancient magic. You study magic, so it’s normal that you’re familiar with them.”
Saashi
“(Is it the same magic as the summoning of the frost giant earlier? Any chance that was it? Are you alright, Mobula?) Maybe, let’s keep exploring.”
Lich
“The second rune in this area should be right around here.”
Saashi
“Okay, let’s start looking. (I have to find the runes faster than they do.).”
Lich
“Feeble creatures. Don’t hide. I know the runes are on you.
Saashi
“(Where did you get the sense of superiority!?!?) That’s right. Hand it over and Khajiit won’t have to fight!”
Goblin:
Squeak squeak! Squeak!
Saashi
“It doesn’t look like they are ready to communicate properly.”
Lich
“Then let’s solve it the old fashioned way.”
Saashi
“There are only a few goblins and wasteland creatures being controlled by them. Where is the sign of your empire? Are you lying to me?”
Lich
“Why would I benefit from lying to you?”
Saashi
“You tell me. (Maybe there isn’t another Lich, maybe it’s all just part of your scheme)”
Lich
“Fine. Just move on. Explore more to find more clues.”
Saashi
“That’s rich, maybe we’ll find some interesting clues?”
Lich
“This is the location of the third rune.”
Saashi
“What are we waiting for? Let’s search for it.”
Lich
“Here it is. Because the last rune was taken, this area seems to be collapsing. We need to take this rune quickly and get out of here.”
Saashi
“Why do I feel like you did it on purpose?”
Lich
“Why should I go with you if it’s a setup?
Saashi
“Maybe you can just walk away?”
Lich
“No more talking! Hurry up if you don’t want to die here. Avoid fighting on the road. Any delay will bury us here.”
Lich
“The concealment is almost done. It’s time to go deeper.”
Saashi
“There is a growing sense of danger.”
Saashi
“The Khajiit has felt the rune fluctuations in here as well.”
Lich
“You’re right. The runes here were from me.”
Saashi
“Get it yourself. We will not search for you.”
Lich
“(Looking up at the ceiling, as if his gaze could see through the buildings to the starry sky, the one of his home, he lets out a sigh.) Alas, it was too long ago, I can only feel it’s in this area.”
Saashi
“Is it on the ceiling?”
Lich
“……No, go find it?”
Lich
“This is it. Get in.”
Saashi
“No danger?”
Lich
“There should be a small ice cube guarding that place. It’s not a problem for us.”
Saashi
“Look what Khajiit found! The blue-skinned goblins!”
Lich
“The goblins have been transformed by magic. Trust me now?”
Saashi
“Has Khajiit ever not trusted you?”
Lich
“A kitten who likes to lie is not cute.”
Saashi
“Do you smell anything stinky?”
Lich
“It’s the smell of rotting flesh. I guess that guy’s evil pet is nearby.”
Saashi
“Hiss. It’s not some cute little animal, right?”
Lich
“It should find you quite cute.”
Saashi
“Why are there more and more trolls! How many of them does have?!?!”
Lich
“There should not have been many of them. They probably escaped and began reproducing during my sleep.”
Saashi
“Which means you don’t know how many of them we will encounter?”
Lich
“Yes, be extreamly careful.”
Lich
“The trolls have changed this place into their lair. Looks like there should be a rune.”
Saashi
“Oooh, Khajiit feels freezing here!”
Lich
“Yeah, it’s cold in here.”
Lich
“Here it is. No surprise. There’s a little ice cube here, too. How nostalgic!”
Saashi
“(Pretending to be frightened) Do you mean the frost giant?”
Lich
“Yea, the little creatures I summoned when I started to learn magic as a kid.”
Saashi
“Why did those frost giants attack you before?”
Lich
“Maybe they forgot about me.”
Saashi
“Did Khajiit attack the goblin lair? Boring and annoying!
Lich
“Patience, kitten. The last rune in this area was taken by the trolls and goblins. We have to take it and move on.”
Saashi
“Khajiit smells the scent of the small ice cube. This should be the place!”
Lich
“There are a lot of creatures in here, so be careful.”
Lich
“Here it is, the last magical formation spell in the area.”
Saashi
“If we break the magical formation spell here, we will be able to complete this area, right?”
Lich
“Yea, take this place as the last chance to practice because the enemies we encounter next will be more than just creatures.”
Lich
“We are just missing the last rune. Find it then we can go home.”
Saashi
“…Khajiit doesn’t think going back would be good for you guys.”
Lich
“Insisting on obsession does not bring salvation. Do what you must do.”
Saashi
“It seems to have the same powerful vibe as you do here. Khajiit is not feeling well.”
Lich
“Yeah, he’s here. Maybe it’s just a part of him watching over the runes.”
Saashi
“You can take care of him, right?”
Lich
“Yeah, I should be able to finish him off.”
Saashi
“Is that your receptionist ahead. They don’t look friendly.”
Lich
“They have little conciousness and are just repeating the unfinished tasks. Give them a quick death.”
Saashi
“You’ve been looking more and more out of shape since meeting those ghosts.”
Lich
“(Murmuring) They were really beautiful when were alive.”
Saashi
“Khajiit is sure he head it, he suspects you have a connection to them.”
Lich
“Shut up.”
Lich
“Surprised it’s not here. Is it possible that the rune here no longer exists?”
Saashi
“I’m not sure, but something is wrong with the ghoul soldiers across the street.”
Lich
“They have reconized me.”
Saashi
“You seem to be quite unpopular with them. They are rushing over one after another.”
Lich
“Then send them to Songaard. Oh, no, they don’t deserve it.”
Lich
“Let’s go. The rune is in the room below.”
Saashi
“What makes you so certain. It’s as if you put it here yourself.”
Lich
“I don’t know. My brain just remembers this clearly.”
Lich
“The deeper part of my consciousness guided me to this place. Looks like the last rune is here.”
Saashi
“Why does this seem to be a trap for Khajiit?”
Lich
“What’s the matter? Are you scared, kitty?”
Saashi
“Khajiit is not scared. Are you alright by the way?”
Lich
“Of course, I am . I’ve done too many things like this during my lifetime.”
Saashi
“Then let’s go.”
Saashi
“Are you all right? Seems that your inner ghost is burning!”
Lich
“It’s another shell here. Why did it come out?”
Saashi
“Maybe it’s afraid of you?”
Lich
“Why, why, why!!”
Saashi
“Calm down. You seem off. Did you feel something?”
Lich
“My emotions and magic are going out of control.”
Saashi
“Khajiit think that one should face the problem in order to solve it.”
Lich
“Move on if that’s the case.”
Lich
“Temple guards? They have awakened, too. We are about to meet the boss.”
Saashi
“Your state of mind has changed a lot since you destroyed that shell before.”
Lich
“Really? Maybe this is the state of mind I should be in.”
Lich
“Yoo-hoo, the wrong maid! What about we keep their souls locked up just for appreciation?”
Saashi
“What’s the matter with you? That idea is insane!”
Lich
“What’s wrong with it? They were my maids in life, so it’s part of their glory to continue serving me after death.”
Saashi
“You’re not right. It’s not just me but your little ice cubes also think you’re not right in the head!”
Lich
“Hmph, they are just abandoned toys. I can just wave my hand and destroy them.”
Lich
“Traitors! Why betray me? I was working on your immortality!”
Saashi
“What are you made about? Is your brain damaged?”
Lich
“Kitty, run away while I can still control myself. Find it, it’s trying to assimilate me.”
Saashi
“Okay, okay, okay, don’t go wild. Khajiit will take you to move forward.”
Lich
“It’s here , it’s right here, but there’s so many, so many, so many, destroy it, destroy it now!”
Saashi
“Um…all of the rooms are filled with a scent similar to yours. Tricky!”
Lich
“Go destroy them. No matter how strong or weak they are, no matter how many they are. Just destroy them. They are going to devour me. They are not me!”
Saashi
“But they are exactly the same as you. You have to hold on. Khajiit does not want you to sneak up on me from behind later.”
Lich
“Up ahead is the end of everything. Perhaps you will meet many of me. Don’t hesitate. Wipe them all out. I will keep my word, and when this is over I would like you to stay in this land and spread magic, kitty.”
Saashi
“Are you giving me your last words? No need for that. Khajiit doesn’t suspect you anymore, though you are very scary and strange right now. Let’s talk about it later when everything ends. You’re about to face your nemesis. Cheer up!”
Lich
“(Muffled laughter) Maybe it never existed, it was just me from the beginning.”
Saashi
“Hmm? What do you mean?”
Lich
“(Straightens his decaying priest garb, lifting their head as if he’s looking at someone) After being observed for so long, I think it is time to end this drama.”
Saashi
“Inexplicability, mysterious. Are these the bad habits of magicians from ancient times? Sober from time to time.”
