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Spellbinder

Bitchcraft
The Six
Real Name
Morgan
Missions
7,430
Residence
Manhattan- Sanctum Sanctorum
Ability
Magick-Sorceress Supreme, Stepping Discs, Elemental Embodiment of Air/Wind, Flight, SuperStrength
<< upon entering the massive, gothic castle...the members of the group were immediately dwarfed by the immensial spatial proportions of the fortress. the ancient stone structure exuded a silent elegance...a strength in the midst of the cold, unforgiving, windy chaos that raged around the mystic realm of Limbo>>

<< in the main hall of the castle....pillars reached high to barrell vaulted ceilings with black banners w/ shredded edges flowed as winds whispher and streamed. the slightest sounds echoed....and the group walked along the beautiful red carpet leading to a massive stone stair case adorned with rose vines on either banister>>

<< they would make their way to the large circular library/apothecary..filled with books of spells, parchments, talismans and tools of sorcerey unheard of and beyond the imagination of most...it is there they would make their plans. meanwhile...the group was able to take in the gothic yet elegant surroundings. hardly as "warm" as Ororo's garden...but still it possesed its own silent serenity. one might wonder why morgan bothered to live on earth at all ...with all this at her disposal>>
 
:: Appearing in Limbo, Alexis looked around wondering why they were here instead of at the base. Her eyes glanced around at the familiar scenery, she'd seen it all before. She'd seen the demons, knew they were deadly, knew how "horrible" this place was. So it was like a walk in the park you could say. ::

:: Making her way into the massive castle, she had yet to enter the massive structure, only seeing it from afar in her previous visits to Limbo. It was beautiful; it seemed almost ancient. Walking to the large library, she didn't bother to sit, but to walk to one of the many large book shelves that lined the walls. Running the tips of her fingers across the many books, she read each title with curiousity. ::
 
::Alison always felt "odd" in Limbo, for time BLURRED in this realm and it was impossible for her to see "long range" here...she could only predict events within the most probable time thread.::

::walking along with the others...she knew what Morgan had in store, but chose to keep silent. She knew that Alexis had sat with Haleigh and reverted to type. But she had a more pressing matter to attend to.....making sure her brother would be able to stand against the harrowing campaign which awaited them.::


this apothecary is amazing. the spells and magicks contained here...must span CENTURIES....and all this knowledge...passed down from one demon mage to another.

::Guardian traveled the world after she left her family behind..scouring the darkest, most unknown parts of the globe studying dark magick...and so this....was like the pot of gold at the end of a rainbow::

Morgan, I'm going to the summit of the castle...in the observatory...there's something I have to do while we are here.

:: motioning for Cameron to follow, Guardian made her way up the levels of the castle..finally to the large spacious observatory. around the circumference of this domed space were massive stone statues of Ororo, Spellbinder, Guardian, Foxfire, Magik, Darkchilde, Karen...and now Erika King. some of the statues had vines that seemed to cling to their pedastles...::

::the domed ceiling bore images of ancient mystic symbols...while the carved out viewing space allowed the winds to flood down into the space and whirl about...thunder echoed.::

Cameron...you see, Erika come quite a bit further in her development. that is the ONLY reason her image could be seen amongst those statues that surround this place. Those people who have or WILL play a prominent role in the lives of the Dark Trinity will enshrined here in this gothic castle. It's time for us....to have a conference. go to her statue....and call for her.
 
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[ MorningStar wasn't sure exactly what they were doing here. The books of spells and other novelties held little sway fer her - magick had never held her interest, other than when Morgan used hers to their mutual advantage. The mystical was not something that came into play in her life, preferring instead to rely on logic and her own physical gifts.

MorningStar sat down in a large wood and stone gothic style seat against the wall, and waited for the others to finish their exploring so they could get on with it. ]
 
<< sitting down in a large, dark wood throne like chair with red velvet plush seating, Morgan looked over at MorningStar and the others>>

while Alison takes care of a personal matter involving her brother, we need to be clear on who is going to do what while we move through the Hive and Nervous.

since obviously there will be ALOT of fire power sent our way via lasers, missles, bullets etc, I think Guardian should lead off. her force fields are unbreakable and with her precognition she will most likely know what is coming and be able to repell it. We have our own sources of fire power in MorningStar, Shockwave and myself.....I'm not sure just WHAT Bane can do...and << casting a reluctant glance at Haleigh>> Black Widow seems to be able to manifest whatever weaponry she needs.

Would anyone like to volunteer to take a position? remember, we have to stay TOGETHER but be able to cover our immediate space and that out in front of us.

my stepping discs are going to be used for defense/offensive measures....the only "easy out" we will have is if we need to escape to Limbo and then back to earth.

<<Morgan awaited any questions and suggestions>>
 
Hugging Alexis seemed an extreme thing to do, even to Haleigh, who was as happy as circumstances allowed. Instead, she squeezed alexis' hand and smiled, the first TRUE smile alexis had likely ever seen from her. As Alison and Morgan came back into the room, Haleigh kept her whispers low, wrapping things up quickly.

"THANK you... so much. You've no idea how much it means to me. I owe you one."

As Morgan said it was time to go, Haleigh reached down to pick up the small briefcase she came in with, sucking in a big breath, steeling herself for dealing with Morgan. Destroying AIM would be no small feat.... but negotiating Morgan was definitely MOST challenging. she was already suited up, having done so before she came.

Appearing in Limbo in Morgan's castle, Haleigh was taken by surprise at the grandure of the place. She DID wonder what the hell Morgan was doing, living in New York city when she could be living here...

"How enchanting.... I've never seen such..."

Haleigh was struck in awe at the beauty of the Library room, and she suddenly felt a slight pang of jealousy. She pushed it away, reminding herself that Morgan spent no time here, and couldnt possibly be enjoying it. As Alison and Cameron left, Morgan spoke, and Haleigh opened her breifcase, spreading blueprints out on a desk. She put on a pair of reading glasses and peered down at them for a second, fingering the print before looking up at Morgan. She didnt really NEED to look at the prints... she'd memorized them ALL... she'd also memorized the hidden passages throughout the 'hive'.... she thought it best to neglect to tell them that little detail, and instead consulted her maps. No reason to look anymore suspicious than she already did. She took a deep breath, getting down to business, compartmentalizing her loath of Morgan for a minute or to... this WAS more important, after all.

"Well... I'm the only one here even REMOTELY familiar with the fortress... the rest of you are working with Alycia's information. I've no doubt shes done a wonderful job gathering what you need.... but lets face it... this is what i DO... I'm going to have a more in depth view of the Fortress. I'll... lead the way. I couldnt possibly know EVERYTHING.... but I know a lot. Between what i know about the facility.. and Alison's precognition... we should be able to predict whats around every corner of the way.... and You all should agree, we should fight fire with fire... and technology with technology... i'm the best thing you've got, as far as technology goes."
 
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:: Turning her attention to Haleigh as she rolled out the blue prints of the facility, Alexis made her way over to the desk, looking down at them. Studying the drawings closely, she listened as Haleigh spoke. Her cockiness wouldn't hold well with Morgan, but it was the truth. With her knowledge and Alison's seeing abilities, they would succeed direction wise. But the mission would be far from easy. ::

"Do you know if there's any technology that could block Alison's precognition within the facility? We may be well off direction wise with your knowledge and Alison's assistance, but this is going to be far from easy. They know us; our powers. That place could be filled with traps."

:: Placing her hands on the edge of the table, she rested her weight forward, looking up from the blueprints from Morgan to Haleigh. ::
 
[ MorningStar walked to the desk and stood next to Alexis, checking out the blueprints for herself. She put a finger to her lips as she perused the documents, then looked over to Morgan. ]

"So...do you want me at the front making an entrance or at the back protecting our rear?"
 
Delilah, among other things your powers activate "at the speed of light", plus you have long range with your photons blasts and lasers. you also have laser sheilds that can VAPORIZE projectiles.

Either the side or the rear would be best for you to take. Ill be in the air...and Haleigh and Alexis will be in the front.

<< looking at a particular floorwhich featured a large platform>>

this will be one of the hardest areas...it appears that this platform raises and lowers...like a a large elevator...we'll be hemmed in from all sides but the top...and that is most likely where everthing will pour in from.


<< hearing Alexis' question>>

Of course the place is filled with traps and state of the art weaponry..for ANYONE who gained access..not just us. the only difference is that they may very well have figured out SPECIFIC weaknesses in each of us....and be ready to employ them as well.

<< Morgan knew we what her own tactical weakness was...and it wasnt snakes..that was psychological. but there was ONE THING in particular that could stop her as a teleporter...she wouldnt dare mention it now, lest Haleigh store the information and attempt to use it later>>


the only way to effective STOP Alison's precognition is to render her unconscious. aside from that, she could focus in on ANY timeline she wanted while we are inside the Hive.
 
:: Nodding, Alexis looked to Morgan then Delilah. ::

"Alison should be in the middle. Even though she's more then capable of defending herself, they most likely know she's a seer and will try to take her out first."

:: Tracing her finger tips on the blue prints, she began to point at no particular corridoor, but just as an emphesis to her idea for positions. ::

"I think Adrian should take the rear, Delilah and Cameron stay in the middle with Alison, and myself and Haleigh in the front, like you said. And of course, you in the air covering all sides."
 
agreed.

Delilah's laser shields are a good defensive front for oncoming projectiles (among other thigns) while Alison's force fields could protect the group from ALL SIDES if needed. my mystic shields will only protect us from certain types of offensive fronts....this HIVE/NERVOUS will be tricky for me ...but at least i have OTHER powers to rely on.
 
As they arrive to the castle, Adrian looks around, mild interest alit in his eyes. He recognized the type of realm this was -- similar to his own. Fascination registered on his face as they entered the library. The scholar in him itched to explore the pages of these many books, but of course, his attention must be dedicated to the more pressing matters at hand.

Drawing to the blueprints, he looked at them and then up at the rest of the group. "I work best on the defensive, though unfortunately my powers hold little sway over technology."

Adrian turned his head towards Morgan. "They may have information on all of us, but the preparations for me are based on powers that are now non-existant. Therefore, we have something of an edge over them."

He let his gaze rest on the blueprints once more.

"I'll do well in the rear. Energy cannot permeate my shields, and I can phase through any of their projectiles."

As always, Adrian would remain the wildcard. With a primal force inhabiting his body, there would be no telling what could happen, as this force could just as easily leave as enter him. No doubt, however, that they would gain an advantage from his power. Standing there, calmly and systematically memorizing the blueprints, Adrian had an otherworldly aloofness that would be demonstrated in the coming caper.
 
Haleigh remained quiet as Morgan spoke about the only way to truly stop Alison's precog. She knew Morgan would NEVER say what could cripple her... but she distinctly remembered what Alison had mentioned earlier about knockout gas. She was now possessed of ammuntion against BOTH women... the real question was... WHAT would she do with the knowledge?

Haleigh stood up straight, having been bent over the prints. She looked from person to person as the planning unfolded. She nodded here and there, approving what was being said. She loved this almost as much as she loved being IN the field... premeditating gave them power, rather than being unprepared and half-cocked. It gave them confidence.... and Haleigh was insidious and artful by nature. She nodded as Bane spoke, folding her arms across her chest, adding in as he finished.

"That's a very good point, Mr. Lockhart. they'll be slightly miscalculating when dealing with you, once they identify you. Speaking of inaccurate information... I've been rather inactive and withdrawn since my.... 'death'. I almost neglected that fact. They'll also have trouble identifying me... IF they identify me. My powers are much the same... but my DNA signature is very different. We might get lucky."
 
"Alright, good."

:: Alexis nodded as she too stood upright from the blue prints. Although what Adrian had said about energy not being able to permeate his shielding left the energiest a little uneasy...afterall energy was her element, and for someone to have an upper hand--whether on her side or not--always annoyed the brunette. As her eyes trailed to Adrian, his new found powers were a mystery to the entire group (well probably with an exception to Alison), so it would be interesting to see what he could do with them. Now looking away from him, she turned to Morgan. ::

"Will we be entering the hive with your stepping disks, Morgan?"
 
<< Spellbinder walked away from the long, dark wood "conference table"...making her way to a mosaic, oranmental hearth in which an eternal silver flame slowly burned...crackling and providing a cozy warmth in the massive, circular library in this cold, gothic castle>>

No, Guardain has advised me NOT to teleport us directly INTO the Hive ...but rather to the surface. we are going to the arctic circle. Black Widow can gain us a more subtle entry...but once inside..it wont be long before their bio stat sensors lock onto us and provide Nervous with "up to the minute" info on ALL of us, allowing Nervous to dispatch and activate suitable defenses.


<< looking around slowly...Morgan felt quite at ease and at home here....it may very well be that in the near future she DID relocate to Limbo full time...but for now....there were other things to attend to>>

If you'll excuse me.

<< Morgan left the library, her silver gem toned high heeled boots could be heard clicking and against the ancient stone floor in the hall before they fell silent when hitting a runner. where she was going was ANYONE'S guess...but no one else in the library knew enough abouto the castle or Limbo to risk wandering around ...they also were not aware of the stepping discs that RANDOMLY appeared throughout the castle...>>
 
Haleigh nodded in agreeance with what had been said. It all sounded copacetic to her. She said so, and watched as Morgan excused herself. Her eyes slightly narrowed as Morgan disappeared around the threshold of the doorway but the sound of her heels could still be heard as an echo fading away. Haleigh looked around the room at everyone still there. The silence that had fallen over them was a still and anxious one. They were all trying to mentally prepare for what they were about to face. Haleigh broke the ice with a nonchalant tone. She was feeling confident about this mission and it showed.

"Well... I'm going to take this opportunity to use the ladies room... not that any of you would, but dont worry... i saw one on the way in. I'll return shortly."

In truth, she didnt need to go to the bathroom... she wanted to explore this castle... and didnt want anyone to stop her. She turned and left before anyone could speak, trouncing out of the room by way of the same exit Morg had used. There was a MAJOR difference though, in the way she left and the way Morgan had... Haleigh's departure was unnaturally silent. there was no swish of fabric and no footfall whatsoever, her suit and footwear cancelling the noise completely, even in the room that echoed everything distinctly.

She slipped from room to room, the detail never ceasing to amaze her. She finally stopped in what appeared to be a most spacious weaponry room. there were intricate carvings everywhere. It was official. Haleigh would never again be impressed with the molding in her new house. The character of this castle was incomparable. She walked further into the room, turning around to observe everything. she had no idea what this particular room had seen in the past.... but she found it beautiful. she also noticed, as she looked round, walking forward to the wall to reach out to a wall-mounted sword, that this place practically SPOKE to her... and what it said was dark and sinister. No matter who she was on earth, this isolated castle, this cold and macabre Limbo was her home. It was core to her being.... Haleigh stopped to wonder WHY Morgan fought so hard against her nature. why she fought to be what she considered 'Good' when clearly she was anything but. it was intriguing, at the very least.

It was then that the stepping disc opened and swallowed her completely.
 
Watching Morgan walk out, followed somewhat inconspicuously by Haleigh, Adrian let his gaze avert to Alexis, and he rolled his eyes, for the first time displaying outward irritation with his fellow teammates. Both Adrian and Alexis knew only too well the folly of Haleigh, and what curosity could land her in while dwelling in Limbo, a place that seemed intangible to Adrian.

More closely observing the library now, Adrian paced up and down the cases and cases of ancient texts. His powers were advancing at a geometric rate; he could clearly make out the uneasiness of Alexis, in the form of an angry lightning bolt dashing across her body. Additionally, many of dead languages were plain to him now. With his hands behind his back, Adrian stopped by a book marked: "Druidism: Third Order" in some Gaelic syntax.

He took the book out, and despite the already chaotic atmosphere outside, a howling, forboding wind seemed to rush through the library. Paying no heed, Adrian turned to a few pages, and began reading. The writing was an elegant cursive, narrowed with each letter fully shaped; the mark of a scholar. The pags cracked and crinkled; it was obvious that this book was decades old.

"Spiritual beings come in many forms for many purposes. Often, their dwelling places are outside of the realm of humans, and some form of glass or other magically perceptive object will serve as a communication link with a human.

Each spirit varies in degree with power; all too often their will alone determines how effective they execute their ambitions. More commonly, angry or desolate spirits will have the greatest strength."

Adrian's mind absorbed the information like a sponge. Though he had initial difficulty in "thinking" in the language so as to allow maximum comprehension, it was now an inherent tongue. He flipped through a few more pages, and an illustration with colors for each element was displayed prominently on the top of the page.

"Many elemental spirits exist on the Earthly plane, and their will is manifested in a variety of ways -- from changing weather to occupying sentinent beings such as animals, plants or even inanimate objects. Sorcerers have succeeded in varied degrees in controlling these elemental spirits, but they ultimately remain independent of human control. Their purpose is unknown, though clearly these entities display the vastest capabilities."

Something of a warning label could be found further down the page, hastily written in. It was in an entirely different pen, and the syntax was different. Whoever had wrote this had been in a hurry.

"Avoid contact at all costs."

An asterick was marked next to the warning. He flipped to the back of the book, his fingers slightly shaking, and read a different scrawl on the last page, detailing the life and times of the writer. The page was much newer, and the writing more modern.

"Cenarius was a medieval druid, who had a peaceful, reserved attitude, matching the Mother Earth that he so adore..."

Adrian's eyes impatiently ran down to the last few lines, where another asterick was seen.

"His book remains ultimately uncompleted. No records detailing his existence after the Sixteenth Age exist. Scholars have suggested he made several changes to the book before his disappearance. An * denotes what may have been his last revisions."

He put the book down on the shelf, his hand shaking. He felt light-headed and almost deferential, as if something was holding him back from displaying the proper reaction.

"This place...it is fucking cursed," Adrian hissed under his breath, throwing a terrified glance towards Alexis. His eyes radiated a violent green, but it could just as easily be a result of Limbo's distortative properties.

Suddenly, he looked rather composed. Walking calmly towards her, Adrian asked Alexi casually, "Have you been here before.. in Limbo?"

The book on the shelf remained forgotten.
 
:: Watching Morgan and Haleigh leave, Alexis stayed put, now making herself more comfortable by taking a seat at the large table in which the blue prints were at. Looking to Adrian whom was taking it upon himself to look through the books in the massive library, Alexis then turned away, foldering her arms across her chest and resting them there. She didn't speak, in fact, the quietness of the room calmed her. Continuing to allow her eyes to study every inch of the room, her attention was soon driven to Adrian, who stated this place was cursed. Casually looking to him, she smirked. ::

"Morgan wouldn't have it any other way."

:: Crossing her legs, she adjusted herself in the chair as Adrian asked if she had been here before. With a nod she spoke once again. ::

"A few times. Mostly at Ororo's garden, which is like a modern day Garden of Edan within Limbo. I have never been here(castle) however."
 
:: Cameron put his hand on the statue. She reall was coming into her own with magick. It was breathtaking as he began to call for her in his mind which somehow he knew she would be able to hear. Soon the image of Erika King appeared before them in a swirl of bright red orbs where sparkling white ones used to be. Though Cameron had seen the transformation that Limbo had on her previously, Alison had not and would most likely be surprised by her startling physical appearance. She looked stronger and fierce. Not the shy and hesitant magick user she once was. He embraced her in a hug and pulled away. ::

"Erika, I would never come and disrupt your study, but I need you to do something for me. It is in dire need that I am coming to you now."
 
< Erika was in her private quarters, simply brushing her hair and taking a break from the grueling schedule Ororo had provided her with as of late. It was extremely tough, but Erika was getting stronger. She was getting powerful. She could feel it. Ever since she arrived in Limbo her abilities seemed stronger and grounded. Connected to something that was bigger than herself. Soon, she heard the call from her brother. Cameron was here? He must need something. Alison was with him. This must be important. Quickly putting down her brush and setting it on her marble vanity, she dissappeared and orbed to the location, taking her brother into her arms. She looked at the both of them as Cameron spoke. >

"I can tell there is a battle coming up... an important one. Alison, Cameron.. you both look so worried. What can I do to help, just name it..."

< She shot a glance to Alison whom she had not spoken with since leaving Earth for Limbo. Surely Alison would let her know what was going on. Cameron was an emotional person. Alison was not. If Alison was with her brother, either emotions were clouding her or it was of most importance. >

"Well, Alison, Cameron.. what is it?"
 
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