Sekh

==Description==
A Vesperian Hive Scout found in the settlement on Meteor Isle, posted there to get a lay of the land. He also talks about his relationship with Eres, an Etrean previously part of an Etrean Navy unit who also resides on Meteor Isle. 
==Dialogue==
His dialogue gives insight to the region of The Aratel Sea and its conflicts, mainly involving The Hive, The Central Authority, Etrea and The Children Of Navae. As well as the inhabitants of Meteor Isle, especially Eres, whom he speaks fondly of. 
General Dialogue, Not spoken to Eres yet.
Oh, greetings! Fancy seeing an outsider other than myself here. I'm Sekh, a scout of the Greathive Aratel. I'm on a mission in the area.
(First Encounter) 	Oh, greetings! Fancy seeing an outsider other than myself here. I'm Sekh, a scout of the Greathive Aratel. I'm on a mission in the area.
(First Encounter) 	Ah, fellow outsider! Nice seeing you here again. I'm still on my scouting mission business, as you can see. What d'ya need?
(Subsequent Encounters) 	Ah, fellow outsider! Nice seeing you here again. I'm still on my scouting mission business, as you can see. What d'ya need?
(Subsequent Encounters) 	Ah, fellow outsider! Nice seeing you here again. I'm still on my scouting mission business, as you can see. What d'ya need?
(Subsequent Encounters)
1. What is this place? 	1. What is this place? 	2. A scouting mission? 	2. A scouting mission? 	2. A scouting mission?
You mean the settlement? This is Meteor Isle, friend. Though, I guess it's technically not an isle in the conventional sense... But it's definitely a haven of relative safety in Aratel, from what I've seen so far. 	You mean the settlement? This is Meteor Isle, friend. Though, I guess it's technically not an isle in the conventional sense... But it's definitely a haven of relative safety in Aratel, from what I've seen so far. 	*The Vesperian gives you a quick nod.* Yep. You might've seen other hivekin in uniforms similar to mine all over the place. Greathive Aratel feeds—err, relies on the surrounding areas for its continued growth and survival, so it makes sense to send scouts to get a lay of the land here. We're also the first line of defence against would-be interlopers, like those nosy Etrean Navy sailors.	*The Vesperian gives you a quick nod.* Yep. You might've seen other hivekin in uniforms similar to mine all over the place. Greathive Aratel feeds—err, relies on the surrounding areas for its continued growth and survival, so it makes sense to send scouts to get a lay of the land here. We're also the first line of defence against would-be interlopers, like those nosy Etrean Navy sailors.	*The Vesperian gives you a quick nod.* Yep. You might've seen other hivekin in uniforms similar to mine all over the place. Greathive Aratel feeds—err, relies on the surrounding areas for its continued growth and survival, so it makes sense to send scouts to get a lay of the land here. We're also the first line of defence against would-be interlopers, like those nosy Etrean Navy sailors.
1. And what about the 'meteor' part? 	2. What do you mean by 'relative safety'? 	1. The Etrean Navy? Here? 	2. What about the people here? Are they interlopers? 	3. Don't scouts normally travel in small groups?
*He makes a sweeping gesture.* Look around us, friend - we're surrounded by starfall. The shimmer in the air is hard to miss. It's that, and the continuously falling meteros. They call the desert nearby 'the Starswept Valley' for the same reason. Folks say it's like this because there's a crumbling city above, in the skies. I wouldn't know, though - I'm a scout, not a scolar.	2. What do you mean by 'relative safety'? 	I know, right? It's baffling! How does a dinky little splinter-kingdom manage to extend their reach to here? They wouldn't be all that bad if they didn't always get in our way, either. It seems they're not very fond of what the Hive is doing to—err, in Aratel. 	2. What about the people here? Are they interlopers? 	I'm on a special assignment. I'm a... liaison, so to say. I also keep an eye on the comings and goings of the place. *You can't tell for sure, but you think he winks.*
1. What do you mean by 'relative safety'? 	2. What do you mean by 'relative safety'? 	1. What about the people here? Are they interlopers? 	2. What about the people here? Are they interlopers? 	1. And what have you seen so far?
Aratel as a whole is a very dangerous place, as you might be aware. The constant conflict, the wildlife, the meteors... But this place is a small oasis of greenery and peace, at least compared to the vast desert out there. Plus, the wanderkind here - the Gremor settlers, that is - are a very hospitable people. A little stange, but ultimately kind. 	Aratel as a whole is a very dangerous place, as you might be aware. The constant conflict, the wildlife, the meteors... But this place is a small oasis of greenery and peace, at least compared to the vast desert out there. Plus, the wanderkind here - the Gremor settlers, that is - are a very hospitable people. A little stange, but ultimately kind. 	*He chuckles, and looks around slowly.* No, not really. They don't bother us, and we don't bother them. Our scouts tend to stop by here, to resupply and rest. The locals treat hivekin with cautious hospitality. Of course, the Hive is a tad troubled by the locals rescuing Etrean prisoners from Fort Merit, but... let's just say we don't have a proverbial horse in this race. 	*He chuckles, and looks around slowly.* No, not really. They don't bother us, and we don't bother them. Our scouts tend to stop by here, to resupply and rest. The locals treat hivekin with cautious hospitality. Of course, the Hive is a tad troubled by the locals rescuing Etrean prisoners from Fort Merit, but... let's just say we don't have a proverbial horse in this race. 	It's a lovely place. The locals are kind and peace-loving. Gremor nomads translating their culture into a settled lifestyle is fascinating. But... *He shrugs.* It's a shame that Meteor Isle is in Aratel, of all places.
1. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel? 	2. If Meteor Isle is so safe, then why don't more Children of Navae seek refuge here? 	1. And how do *you* feel about the people here? 	2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance) 	[ End Dialogue ]
*He thumbs the point of his mask contemplatively.* The folks here mostly keep to themselves. But Meteor Isle is a thorn in the Central Authority's side. The locals initially settled here because they got tired of running from the Authority and decided to make a stand. They've been rescuing their own kind - also Etreans - from the nearby Fort Merit prison for a while now. 	Actually, every now and then, nomadic wanderkind bands do visit Meteor Isle to resupply. But from what I've seen, the nomads tend to be rather cold to the settlers - most of the time anyway. Something about 'abandoning the Navaean way'. Hardly any of them stay behind. *He lowers his head pensively.* How unfortunate, not to get along with your own kin like that...	Personally? I admire their selflessness and open-minded ness. Oh, and the Etreans themselves quite alright, when you get to know them, like the one praying over there. Can't say the same about their government, though. *He sighs, bitterly.* If only things were different... 	2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance) 	[ End Dialogue ]
1. I'm guessing the Authority aren't too fond of that? 	[ End Dialogue ] 	1. You've spoken to some of the Etreans?
2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance) 	2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance) 	[ End Dialogue ]
As if. The Authority respond in kind by sending raiding parties to Meteor Isle. Though, they hardly achieve much. But they can't exactly launch a full-scale takeover either - the place is simply too close to the Greathive, it'd be seen as an act of aggression. As for the other powers in Aratel, they hardly know this place exists. To them, it's not even a blip on the map. 	[ End Dialogue ] 	Well, in official records, I call it 'interrogation'. But for the most part, yes - you'd be surprised how far a little bit of small-talk can get you. *He flicks his wrists and gestures at you with both hands, making a click sound, his fingers imitating pistols.* Besides... the praying one over there makes my idle hours here all the more eventful. 	2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance) 	[ End Dialogue ]
1. If Meteor Isle is so safe, then why don't more Children of Navae seek refuge here?  
(See other instance) 	[ End Dialogue ] 	1. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance) 	2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance) 	[ End Dialogue ]
Unique Dialogue, Spoken to Eres
1. And how do *you* feel about the people here? 	1. And how do *you* feel about the people here? 	1. And how do *you* feel about the people here?
Personally? I admire their selflessness and open-minded ness. Oh, and the Etreans themselves quite alright, when you get to know them, like the one praying over there. Can't say the same about their government, though. *He sighs, bitterly.* If only things were different... 	Personally? I admire their selflessness and open-minded ness. Oh, and the Etreans themselves quite alright, when you get to know them, like the one praying over there. Can't say the same about their government, though. *He sighs, bitterly.* If only things were different... 	Personally? I admire their selflessness and open-minded ness. Oh, and the Etreans themselves quite alright, when you get to know them, like the one praying over there. Can't say the same about their government, though. *He sighs, bitterly.* If only things were different...
1. You've spoken to some of the Etreans?
2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instances)
3. You've spoken to Eres? 	1. You've spoken to some of the Etreans?
2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instances)
3. You've spoken to Eres? 	1. You've spoken to some of the Etreans?
2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instances)
3. You've spoken to Eres?
*You can't tell for sure, but it appears he gives you a big smile.* I have! 'Know thy enemy', as they say. Don't ask who's 'they', though - again, I'm a scout, not a scholar. *He assumes a more laid-back stance.* Besides, he's good company. I enjoy our little talks. Shame someone like him ended up in a mess like this... 	*You can't tell for sure, but it appears he gives you a big smile.* I have! 'Know thy enemy', as they say. Don't ask who's 'they', though - again, I'm a scout, not a scholar. *He assumes a more laid-back stance.* Besides, he's good company. I enjoy our little talks. Shame someone like him ended up in a mess like this...	*You can't tell for sure, but it appears he gives you a big smile.* I have! 'Know thy enemy', as they say. Don't ask who's 'they', though - again, I'm a scout, not a scholar. *He assumes a more laid-back stance.* Besides, he's good company. I enjoy our little talks. Shame someone like him ended up in a mess like this...
1. I spoke to him, too. He's mentioned you. 	1. I spoke to him, too. He's mentioned you. 	2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance)
*Sekh immediately straightens his posture attentively, like a soldier before an officer.* Really? And what did he say of me? 	*Sekh immediately straightens his posture attentively, like a soldier before an officer.* Really? And what did he say of me? 	2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance)
1. He said you make for good conversation, and called you 'witty'. 	2. Nothing much. He just mentioned you. 	2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance)
*You've never seen a Vesperian blushing, but you're dead certain this one is.* Er... Why! He's very kind! *There is a cheerful chirring in his voice.* I'm glad he enjoys the company! Do me a favour, friend, and... let him know I feel the same way! About talking to him, I mean. *He looks away, lingering, then quickly reassumes his relaxed stance.*	*The scout seems a little dejected at your response.* Oh. Well. Of course. Our homelands are at war, after all... 	2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance)
1. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance) 	1. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance) 	2. How do the settlers here get on with the others in Aratel?
(See other instance)
==Trivia==
*Sekh's racial variant appears to be Plackart
*Naktigonis wrote the dialogue for Eres.
*Some players speculate that there may be a romance between Eres and Sekh based on their unique dialogue, but this has not been confirmed.
*Eres and Sekh are stated to both be gay.
==References==
Category:NPCs
Category:The Hive
Category:NPCs located in the Eastern Luminant