Thomas bowed at the Herald of the Apocalypse. Ive co up with a detailed plan, he said and held out a few papers. In it, Ive outlined who we should defeat to succeed in our uprising.
Tafel grabbed the papers. She glanced at the words and realized she didnt understand a single word of it. How about a map? she asked and raised her eyebrows, putting down the papers. A map of where we are and where we should go should be sufficient enough.
Thomas straightened his body. Who was your previous informant? he asked with a frown. The Herald of the Apocalypse might be almighty, but even she can use so information. If she doesnt know who the ones to exterminate are, how is she supposed to carry out the will of God?
Tafels expression darkened, but she shook her head instead of expressing her displeasure. Or, you can tell what I have to do. Quite frankly, the peasants that she had been leading werent that inford. They had issues with the church and aristocracy, but they didnt understand the underlying issues and reasons for their oppression. All she could do was travel from town to town and handle whoever had an issue with her. With Thomas Mntzers understanding of the inner workings of the church, shed finish her uprising much earlier than expected. Tafels brow furrowed, and she couldnt shake the feeling that she had forgotten sothing.
Thomas nodded. It seems to like you were traveling from town to town, following the roads, he said. While that may have been effective, its not the most efficient way to reveal your existence to everyone. What you have to do is remove the Swabian League.
Tafel waited, but it didnt seem like the eccentric priest was going to say anything else. The Swabian League? she asked. Is it a group of individuals holding ownership over these lands?
Thomas nodded. Thats correct, he said. These lands that were in, they arent the best lands. They dont have access to the sea, and expansion is near impossible. The people who rule these lands, they belong to the lesser royal mbers. Theyre princes and dukes and margraves who couldnt take the thrones in their respective households. Their armies are greatly outnumbered by the peasants following us, but they are well-equipped and not to be underestimated. Theyve united and agreed to rule together, forming the Swabian League.
What does the church have to do with this league? Tafel asked.
Along with the Holy Roman Emperor, the archbishop of the church greatly supports the Swabian League, Thomas said. The league is the enforcers in the region. If we remove the leaders of the league, then there will be a power vacuum within these lands. Youll fill in the vacuum with the peasants, and well form a country. From there, well annihilate all who oppose our new world order, paving a way for everyone to experience everything God has intended them to.
Tafel nodded. It did seem like eliminating this Swabian League would solve her issues of the church and nobility abusing their powers. And if she established a country, itd be much easier to search for Vur and the rest of her companions. Despite making such a great ruckus, she still hadnt found anyone. Since that was the case, then her companions mustve been so far away that they hadnt received any word of her actions. Itd probably take her own country to muster the man power to find them.
There was a knock on the door, causing Tafel and Thomas to turn their heads. Excuse , a peasant said and walked inside. Tafel, our great leader, the Herald of the Apocalypse, theres a group of won who wish to et with you. The man paused and furrowed his brow. They claim to be witches.
Tafels eyes lit up. This whole thing started with witches and trying to find Helena a place to stay. After going through a few towns, the real witches finally showed their faces. Let them in, she said. After all this ti, she expected witches didnt really exist, but who knew theyd appear now? How many of them are there?
Around sixty, the peasant said. He nodded at Tafel and left the room.
Thomas scowled. He doesnt treat you with enough reverence.
Forget it, Tafel said, shaking her head. This particular peasant was brave and didnt really care about the fact she was a demon. It was a refreshing experience to have soone around who wasnt in awe of her; though, she suspected it was because the man was drunk all the ti. Its better if he doesnt.
Thomas wanted to say sothing, but the peasant ca back, leading a group of won. They were dressed like normal civilians, and if they hadnt claid to be witches, Tafel wouldnt have suspected them of being abnormal. She crossed her arms over her chest and raised her eyebrows. You claim to be witches?
One woman stepped forward. She seed to be extrely old, with a head full of white hair. Her face was disproportionate, and any stranger wouldve rembered her as that ugly fellow they passed by if they walked past her on the streets. Yes, thats correct, Your Excellency, she said and lowered her head. My na is Ursula Southeil, and I am a soothsayer. People who dont understand may call a witch. Along with my companions who also have strange abilities, weve decided to et up with you, the defender of the witches.
A soothsayer? Tafel blinked. You an, soone who can predict the future?
The old woman nodded her head. I can read the future, but only in very short bursts. Sotis, theyre in faraway regions, and I dont recognize whats happening.
Tafel eyes lit up. This old ladys ability seed pretty interesting. Try reading the future right now. What do you see?
Ursula closed her eyes. A shiver ran down her spine, and strange syllables leaked out of her mouth as she chanted. After a brief mont, her eyes shot open, but only her whites were revealed. Gods shall descend upon the land, angry and scaled in body and hand, long like lizards but smart like man, eager to find those of clan. Tempests and storms, they shall bring, when the lowest of the low do sing. Hark the mistresses call: Death for one, and death for all.
Tafel frowned as the self-proclaid soothsayer froze, her eyes returning to normal. Can you make predictions in a straightforward manner? she asked. None of this rhyming couplets that I have to figure out?
Ursula shook her head. Thats how the words co out of while Im possessed.
Is that so, Tafel said. Interesting. She nodded. You and your group of witches can stay with us. I look forward to seeing what the rest of you can do.
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