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[IamanElfCollaborator]

Corvus fled to the Corvid Moon to regenerate, and to flee the inevitable gods who would prey upon them all.

He decided to put these acts to use. Quickly.

He summoned up the power he gained and put it to setting right things that needed setting right.

With a mighty show of power, he helped Feros seal the rift.

With one act, he created the Staff of Crows, a powerful tool which took the attacker's energy and reflected it back at them, as well as concentrated the Crow's power. He needed a tool to defend himself, and he had one now, then
he looked to the Fire Giants, and realized his mistake in forcing them to live upon the moon. He decided to atone by allowing them passage home via a one-way portal to their old home on the Fourth Continent, and bolstering the strength of the Shield around the Scholar's Moon.
He spoke to them.
"I have permitted you to return home, as you may. I apologise deeply, for my foolishness.

Stay now, or leave, it is your choice. I go to do other things."

He then looked to the burning Traurig.
'No! Not another benevolent one... Not such a visionary mortal...

I will not let this happen! He shall live ON!"

With his act, he captured the departing soul of Traurig and placed it in a Crowborn yet to be birthed, as a last resort to save the Seaspawn. He would not let another benevolent one pass. He then used the energy to grant the world knowledge that had been lost to it by the fall of the world. It would rebuild, and he had granted it the knowledge to.

Teleport to the Corvid Moon.

Mighty Act: Help Feros seal the rift.

Mighty Act: Forge the Staff of Crows, a defensive tool that reflects any Acts used on Corvus on enemies and boosts his attacks, as well as bolster the Moon's shield and allow the Fire Giants to return home via a one way portal.

Mighty Act: Reincarnate Traurig as a Crowborn, and use the rest of the energy to provide knowledge of Smithing and Architecture to the world.

[Ardas]

Udil was burnt out. Crippled. not the first time in his existence, but this is as close to non-existence as he ever was. He absorbed an insane amount of power from the Chaos God but the damage inflicted on the god was terrifying. if not for the power absorbed and Volondor, he would cease to exist.

But, here he was, at the pinnacle of his greatest victory- victory he shared with others.

As he was taken away by Volondor's lover, he let out a weak message to all gods gathered that were nearby.

"Let us fix the rift, and then meet together in my halls, to set up a new order for this tired universe. We are all weak and should not fear each other now...."

Lastly, he channeled some power he obtained from Aodun to fix the rift, just as it was meant to be.

1 Mighty Act - Heal the Rift.

[sjm9876]

'I am occupied at present, Udil-Volundor. But I will come in spirit if not in person.'

Attend the meeting in astral form whilst rebuiding fauna and flora.

[IamanElfCollaborator]

"And what do you wish to discuss?"

The Crow appeared shortly after, coughing, and wary of Udil-Volondor. The Crow seemed transparent; it was but a projection of his. Corvus himself was resting, and was still very careful, considering that one half of Udil-Volondor had reason to kill him, and Vanida did too.

"Feros, Kar'Lan, Lo, and I have discussed similar subjects already."

Show up as an astral projection to the meeting, wary of potential risks.

[Ukrainian Ranger]

She was near Volondor. Vanida held a wounded and exhausted warrior in her hands. She had so many words to say to him, but she couldn't as younger gods became to arrive in the halls.

"Stand back, you all"  She said with renewed passion [color] If you'll try anything funny, I'll defend the one who I love. [/color] She trusted only one god, one who was near her.

But among visitors was  one she distrusted most. One she  never wanted to make any deals with
I think you have no right to be here,  stinky crow.  I sense you are making portal to the Despair. Don't we have  enough abominations already? I know. You plan to send your bloodthirsty forces via it, bastard. You want to send a daughter of Az-Sho to get another fiery battle here.  Get out, before I forced you to screw yourself to death! And believe me I can do that through your projection.

[sjm9876]

'Peace Vanida. Udil-Volondur has called all of us who fought to these halls. He has as much right as any. Now calm yourself until all who would gather will do so.'

[IamanElfCollaborator]

Corvus sighed and glared at her.

"This is why I refuse to associate with the dwarves nowadays. I cannot even walk in peace without her demanding my head!

I offered mortals a choice, and yet you are still filled with nothing but hate. You never knew the truth, did you? That Az-Sho acted in self defence? Or that he was betrayed by him? Or that the mortals I allow to return belong on here? Tch. You know nothing of kindness, and I may be a hypocrite, but you are unwilling to care at all, except for your beloved husband.

But of course, you wish nothing but hatred upon me. Even though I have made no attacks against you, even though I have offered you my help, you still demand my death?

Volondor, I apologise deeply, but your wife has threatened me. I have no reason to be here. I hope you understand, you seem a decent kind. But I must go, before she strikes me dead.

Kar'Lan, I wish you luck in dealing with such a vengeful goddess. She has no sense of forgiveness in her.

Vanida, with all due respect, please shut up and refrain from angering the other gods. As I recall, you are not alone in gaining power."

The Crow's projection vanished before the Lust Goddess could harm it or Corvus.

[sjm9876]

'Vanida, you fool. Do you not wish for peace on this world? Or do you wish for another god war instead? Think upon this before you speak so rashly again.'

[ragnarok97071]

The Phoenix was dead, and beyond that, nearly all the other gods had weakened themselves fighting him. She had known that this would be the case. None could stand against the massed fury of the Gods, not even the greatest of them. She was glad, and her impassive face quirks the smallest of smiles, for a moment.

But she had no time for such things as open emotion, for there was work to be done. She departed from the Moon once more, and into the night.

--

She looks up at the stars, watching as three more Powers join her own, connecting with the Rift and, if all goes well, sealing it forever. She smiles once more, if only a little. This was a great thing. Then she turns her eyes to the earth, and nods. Her form becomes mist, vanishing into the aether of the universe.

Moments later, within Udil's sanctum, the Goddess of the Unknown appears, standing perfectly still, graceful and quiet as always, the ever-present cloud of wariness and fear that surrounds her announcing her presence to the other gods that chose to come.

"Repairing the planet, then... I would guess that some parts of it will be somewhat beyond our capability to repair, wouldn't they? Barring those, I will aid in what ways I can to the mending of the world, though I cannot promise that I will take part in any compact made here that is not to my liking, as is likely the case with the rest of you."

She turns her gaze to the irate goddess of love, a small expression crossing her face, this one of disgust.

"We are in the middle of a crisis apocalyptic in scale, during which we all must work together or perish. It would take a fool to turn away those willing to help, would it not?"

And so Fatianna is silent, closed eyes staring at her, her aura quietly menacing. She only speaks again after some seconds have passed.

"None can hope to repair this planet alone, Lady of Lust, and the Crow has just returned from a battle for the sake of all creation, one which I happened to notice you provided neither martial nor Divine aid. Is it not the place of the lover to support their partner? if so, then you are fain excuse for such. And now, on the twilight of such bloodshed, when your husband calls to the other gods for aid in repairing the wounds of the world, you lay baseless claims of treachery and malice toward a god who, by his own admission, has no wish to see fighting at all, or even to provide weapons to mortal hands, standing as you are, unmarred in facade and power, having fled from the battle for your very soul. You would do well to grant those who aided your mate in his battle, rather than hiding from it, the respect due to them."

[IamanElfCollaborator]

Corvus spoke to Feros from afar.

"Please, inform them that I will not return, and nor should they call upon my help, unless she repents, or unless those who call are of the Guardians.

She has tried my patience, and frankly, if she doesn't want my help, then she can stay without my help."

[Ardas]

"Please, only Volondor for now." The voice was clam and tranquil, as he was held by Vanida. "Udil is now resting and not in charge anymore. I only want everyone to hear me out."
He then looked apathetically and Corvus as he left.
"Wonderfully foolish for someone to claim knowledge as his sphere. Pay him no mind, love. His hour will come, but not in blood, but in understanding and the greater good."

He then spoke to all gathered.
"The task of rebuilding the world is but one thing, but it must be ensured that we do not raise our powers against each other. Let us join in the pantheon of the last remaining mortal civilization, dwarves, and become my councilors, while I shall take the throne with my consort besides me. You all shall receive worship of the mortals that are united beneath me and peace of the world will be secured. Not only dwarves but also humans live in this kingdom as of recent and with your help we can make sure that they all thrive and we all shall enjoy fruits of this labor as we bring world back to life."

[IamanElfCollaborator]

Corvus watched from afar, glaring at Volondor.

"They demand my help and yet all of these gods call me a coward and a hypocrite,and a fool.

My patience is tried. What else do they demand of me? I have given what I can to help the Crowborn, myself and the world.

Tch. The respect of gods is a fickle thing. I have none for most right now, save Feros and Fatianna, who speak words that aren't accusations of foolery and hypocrisy."

[sjm9876]

Feros spoke now to Udil himself:
'Corvus bids me tell you that he will not return here nor aid those who are not his allies unless your wife repents.'
He then addressed Fatianna:
'I thank you for your aid in sealing the rift. And i have already begun to work on this planet. I will fulfil my own role, and fill this planet with life. It is up to others how they mould this.'
Hearing Volondur speak, he turns back to him:
'Do not presume to bind me. I have my own to tend to, although you would not consider them civilized. However, I will join you as an equal if that is what is needed to ensure peace between us.'

[ragnarok97071]

She pauses for a time, thinking.

Then she speaks. Her answer would be short, and swift, and to the point.
No. I have no wish to serve you, as Councillor or in any other manner. I had hoped that you had come to propose a mutual alliance, but I seem to have had my faith misplaced. I will not attack you, but neither will I associate myself with you. Peace is a wonderful thing, but peace in servitude is not my place. I wish you all the luck in the world in your endeavors."

She vanishes once more, appearing before Corvus upon his moon, should he allow her entry.

"You did not miss much, Crow. Merely an offer to kneel to his rule in return for token worship. If the other gods are wise, then they will refuse him, as I did."

[IamanElfCollaborator]

Corvus continued contemplating.

"Why should I even help the other gods? Those who know me either think of me as a coward or a hypocrite. And I can't even return and aid mortals, lest the wrath of Vanida destroy me.

No gods have bothered to give me the respect that is due, nay, the respect most have, and decry me as a coward, a fool, a hypocrite, and a liar.

Even in the Guardians, Lo finds reason to disrespect me. My patience is tried.

I know it is horrible, and I cannot truly stay without helping the mortals, but nonetheless. Why should I, if all my attempts to fail or are ignored, and all that is pointed out is my creation of things that are logical to make?"

Corvus despaired. He was tired of not having any respect at all. He had only done what was needed.

He glared at Vanida with intense hatred. She was the only god he truly despised. Nonetheless, he would allow her to help if she simply let him be.

"What a reward, for a god that has been through more than most of these gods, save Udil. And even he went through most as a mortal, without power. I go through this with power and find myself worse off."

He turned to Fatianna.
"As expected. It is Udil influencing his mind. The dwarf is a megalomaniac seeking a bigger empire."

(Fatianna is allowed on the Moon until Corvus explicitly bans her from it..)