Post by Aras|Ofelia on Apr 26, 2009 11:58:36 GMT -5
So you may be wondering (or maybe not) why I chose a vulture for Aras’ talisman. Doesn’t really seem to fit him right now, does it?
Short version: I plan for him to become a spy.
Long version: It’s going to be complicated. As I can see it, there are two options:
1) Have him spy for the Hunters, through the magic of coercion.
2) Have him spy for the Innocents. Whoever convinces him of this must be ready with a very good deal.
Option 1 seems more likely. Option 2 would require someone who is extremely skilled in the art of persuasion, because the Hunters practically have Aras’ family in their hands, and not much is going to convince him to put their lives in jeopardy. Of course, if anyone can somehow guarantee their safety, he’d be more than willing to go for Option 2.
Be warned, both options will probably involve copious amounts of angst, especially when people begin figure out what’s going on.
I don’t want to rush this, because that would kill the suspense—well, mostly the suspension of our disbelief. It’ll be a while before I even kick this subplot into motion. Still, this’ll require the participation of people on both sides; on each side, there needs to be some who are aware of the plot, some who suspect something is up, and some who have absolutely no clue what is going on. So I’ll need as many characters as are willing to join. Innocents, Hunters, Seekers. Any takers? If so, what role(s) are you willing to play? And if anyone’s got suggestions, please let me know.
Short version: I plan for him to become a spy.
Long version: It’s going to be complicated. As I can see it, there are two options:
1) Have him spy for the Hunters, through the magic of coercion.
2) Have him spy for the Innocents. Whoever convinces him of this must be ready with a very good deal.
Option 1 seems more likely. Option 2 would require someone who is extremely skilled in the art of persuasion, because the Hunters practically have Aras’ family in their hands, and not much is going to convince him to put their lives in jeopardy. Of course, if anyone can somehow guarantee their safety, he’d be more than willing to go for Option 2.
Be warned, both options will probably involve copious amounts of angst, especially when people begin figure out what’s going on.
I don’t want to rush this, because that would kill the suspense—well, mostly the suspension of our disbelief. It’ll be a while before I even kick this subplot into motion. Still, this’ll require the participation of people on both sides; on each side, there needs to be some who are aware of the plot, some who suspect something is up, and some who have absolutely no clue what is going on. So I’ll need as many characters as are willing to join. Innocents, Hunters, Seekers. Any takers? If so, what role(s) are you willing to play? And if anyone’s got suggestions, please let me know.