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strangely-tailored costume interwoven with magics which shimmered as he moved. Arms folded across
his chest, the stranger stared at Bramin with a grin of arrogant scorn.



"Die, human!" screamed the half-man. Power streamed from his fingers, slowed, and fizzled to sparks a
foot before the handsome stranger. The man laughed, sweet as rain."Very pretty, Hatespawn. But you've
much to learn."



Bramin glared. "Who are you?"



The stranger yawned, and his shirt sparkled so it nearly blinded Bramin. "I am called by many names."
He chuckled. "Some even I am too polite to speak. I am Loki, first father of lies, thief of Brisingamen,
evil companion of Odin, slanderer and cheat of the gods, and father of the Fenris Wolf."



Bramin's scowl wilted. His throat went dry, and he swallowed several times before attempting speech."A
god? But why... ?"



"Did you mean your threats, Hatespawn?" Loki frowned accusingly. "Or were they the idle ramblings of
self-pity? Decide quickly. I don't waste time with fools."



Anger blazed anew. Bramin's fists clenched so tightly his fingernails bit red welts in the palms. Though
sorely embittered, he chose his words with care. "I never speak idly. I will cause the downfall of man."
 The corners of Loki's mouth twitched upward, and his voice lilted. "And the gods as well if you serve my
cause."



Bramin started. "Gods have enlisted the aid of high claw Dragonrank. But I am only jade.Why me?"



"Because, Hatespawn." Loki's inflection almost made the title sound pleasant. "You will rise quickly
through the ranks. Already the master prepares your staff for garnet. And ..." The god leaned casually
against the stone wall. "You take your swordplay as seriously as your magic. I've use of that."



Bramin focused on the shimmering patterns of Loki's shirt. "It will still take time," he said sullenly. "I've
plenty of it." Loki grinned wickedly. "And so have you. It would be wise for us both to learn patience."