Archbishop Emrys's Links
Emrys tries to only remember fond memories of Asterot, but each word he said is hazed by hot sun and cold breaths. Only Asterot's words come clear as blue skies to him... and the poignant feeling of regret and disappointment- in only himself. They were meant to be together, forever, horns and arms linked as they raced down the grassy hills playing their favourite games. Instead, the destiny of Fodlan called to Emrys, a child maturing quickly after the death of his parents. His family was torn from him, and in order to scab over his own wounds, he tore himself from what was left. He knew Asterot was alive. He knew he left Fodlan, and assumed he could not bear to see remnants of the past, as well as himself. He regrets not clinging onto him and letting go... he regrets becoming a living reminder. He feels only shame as his friend, and the Archbishop, for being so weak.
A long time ago, they were the best of friends. Despite the years clouding his memory, Asterot can remember his many accidental wounds as a child and the spark of faith magic that always followed them. When he was a child, Nabatea was a place of comfort for him. Now, only ruins are left. Aster and Emrys' relationship, too, is in tatters. When Asterot broke free from his prison, he assumed all of his kind had died at Nabatea. No one came for him. His wounds had scabbed, ripped again, and scarred over naturally. No one came, so everyone was dead. When he got his invitation to come home, he didn't know what to think. Grief, rage, and regret washed over him and left him unsure of the next step. In the end, he decided to heed the call to Fodlan. Despite his presence there, his spirit remains torn on what to think. When he was a child, he trusted that Emrys would be next to him for every step. Now his trust is gone, and he can't figure out how to mend what's been broken. It's unusual to see these two in the same room for extended periods, let alone having an honest conversation. Don't misunderstand - Asterot would do anything to protect Emrys, even after all this time, especially after all this time. It would be helpful if either of them made that clear...
Jojee is a diligent student and shows great potential. Emrys believes he may have what it takes to become a close member of the clergy, one day.
Jojee simply wishes to become a person Emrys can trust. He feels like their visions align and that they can strive to bring peace to all of Fódlan with the Church. Perhaps he can convince him to accompany him to a tea time or two, there’s so much he’d love to discuss with him. So much he’d love to learn from the Archbishop himself. He’ll pledge his loyalty to him in an effort to maintain the peace he so treasures.
Gawain seemed a bit like a lost puppy, when he first stepped into the church. Emrys knew he should pay special attention to the prince, and he was right. He extended his arms to him and spoke the kindest verses of scriptures written in his mother's name to him, and how the Goddess protects all who deserves her love and ensures that good will thrive. Emrys sees that good in him, and does not mind reminding him of this, even as he questions himself after all of his missions. Perhaps he's helped him with homework... what? It's the will of the goddess he get a B+...!
When his mind becomes too clouded with thoughts, worries, and his future he finds himself wandering into the Church of Seiros to sit and clear his thoughts in the silence. Emrys feels akin to an angel visiting him and just a few words from his mouth eases his mind and extinguishes his worries to this warmth he feels like nothing else can imitate. It’s almost addicting and he has to stop himself from visiting too often when his thoughts become unbearably difficult to manage. There are countless people he doesn’t want to disappoint but he feels as if it’d be crime to all that is holy and good to disappoint Emrys. His name is affectionate on his tongue and he becomes uncharacteristically agitated at slanderous comments. His time with Emrys is a bit of respite and he’s awfully well versed in literature, so it’s a bonus when he helps with his homework essays!
What a strange little...? Although Emrys is quite the absent figure himself, he isn't so absent to not notice that Valax is particularly in Asterot's charge. He can clearly see why, though their age is a mystery to him. Asterot is content with not seeking answers from those around him, and Emrys must respect that, though he can't help but be so incredibly curious and wish to know. How can such a sweet looking child be such a... a... a brat? He truly wishes to mend this bridge so as to know more...! Asterot you don't know how much this eats at him inside...!
Whenever Valax sees Emrys and Asterot in the same room, Asterot has the weirdest look on his face... Emrys seems really odd around him too... Valax can only assume they have some kind of grudge against each other..? Obviously, Emrys is the same race as them, and Valax has never heard of him or seen a single word from him before being brought here. It really annoys them that Emrys brought Asterot here just to stare at him all the time and order him around! Valax obviously shows their allegiance to Asterot whenever Emrys is around by being snarky or turning tail and avoiding him. It's even more annoying that Asterot won't explain what the problem is! Valax can't help but try to look into the archbishop when they think they'll be able to get away with it. It's really hard to upset Asterot, so it must be really bad! How come the archbishop seems so clean! It doesn't make any sense at all!!!