Miracula Luxia C5, P11- "Councils And Heroes"

"Councils And Heroes" is the eleventh Part of "Miracula Luxia" 's fifth Chapter- "The Forgotten". It was released on 25.11.2019.
== Plot ==
It is time to talk to the Vahnatai Council! Our heroes prepare to talk to them...
In an awkward manner.
This meeting will determine the fate of Avernum and the Surface World.
== Story ==
The heroes approached the table and sat on the luxurous chairs.
Pontis-Bok smiled.
"I am glad that you are here, but there is no time."
"We are ready to help with whatever we can."- Jared spoke for all of the heroes- "It is our duty to protect and serve as heroes."
"That is right. It hurts me to ask for the help of a human being and his... friends. But I will, for the sake of our land and the land of Avernum."
"So, here is what is happening right now. There is a huge castle far, far to the north of our capital. Its leader is a massive Vahnatai, a former captain in our army. He betrayed us and took a portion of our forces to the north. In order to plot against us."
"There are humans with them too, helping them keep the castle intact and ready for war."
Jared was shocked.
"H-humans?! Plotting against you?"
"How could they?"- Aleks wondered.
"Well, the humans were from the same village. Most of them."
"One was not. A new arrival, seeking some sort of revenge. Strange individual."
Now the Vahnatai Council had Jared's full attention.
"A person from above? Please tell me more!"
"Sure!"- Pontis-Bok exclaimed and continued:
"He was an aggressive kid. Mid. 20s. Had red hair, leather armor and a scar on his face. Joined the hostile forces as soon as he heard about their assembly. He just stormed off the village."
"Wait! Isn't this-- "
"No, son. Don't think about such things yet! It may not be him!"- Aleks tried to calm his son.
Jared sighed.
"I guess you're right, Dad. We mustn't make any sudden decisions before confirming if it is right or not.
Pontis-Bok wondered what is running through Jared's mind, but decided that it's not important.
The important thing for her was to form a new peace between the Humans and the Vahnatai via Jared and his allies. This was a top priority for her and the Council.
"We could send you to eradicate those hostiles."- Kaiel-Bok decided to speak- "But first we must make sure that you won't rebel against us."
The heroes gasped.
"By that I mean that you, Jared shall be tested. To make sure that you are a powerful, capable individual, ready to risk everything for his allies in our eyes."
Jared nodded.
"I am ready. Let's do this!"
"That is the spirit!"- Pontis-Bok exclaimed.
"We saw how you helped Galantis-Bok get a second chance and we are grateful for that."- Kaiel-Bok continued- "For that, we wish to reward the brave boy who helped him. With knowledge!"
Jared leaned his head forward.
"Yes. I am ready to learn more!"
"Ah, a studious human being. I see, I see. Now listen, for I shall not repeat my words once I am done saying them."
Jared listened intently as Kaiel-Bok told him about a complicated incantation. It was intended to help those who were wounded by healing them (Just like his basic healing spell), but also cures any negative effect which afflicts them and blesses them for a while.
An incredibly rare incantation. Jared listened to every single word which came out of Kaiel-Bok about the spell.
Finally, he stood up and smiled, happy that he passed his most powerful spell to a human being.
"It is called "Kaiel's Cure", named after me. Use it wisely, because it is very tiring to cast."
"But it is also very powerful."- Jared added.
"Correct. But every power comes with a cost. Sometimes a great one."
"Now, onto the mission at hand. You must pass through three tests in total- the Test of Might, the Test of Agility and the Test of Loyalty. Once you pass all three of them, we will know that you are to be fully trusted."
"We are sorry for making you perform such things, young one. But it is necessary, considering the amount of treachery happening in our poor worlds."
"Now go. And let the ones who watch over us bless you with the courage to pass all three of the Tests!"
Jared was separated from the group and escorted by two guards to a secluded area close to the capital.
Jared looked at the wall and saw three doors.
"It is time for me to prove myself to the Council and show them that I will be a valuable ally. As well as the rest of Avernum, of course."- He thought to himself as he went through the door to the first Test- the Test of Might.
The guards waved goodbye to the brave hero and headed towards the capital, hoping that he will succeed.
== Trivia ==
* The title of this Part- "Councils And Heroes" explains that as there are councils leading the lands around the world, there are also heroes who help the councils remain strong by performing tasks for them- tasks which require their full loyalty and determination to succeed.
* This is the shortest Part in "Miracula Luxia"