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The spiritual and political center of Okhema, where priests gaze upon the Worldbearing Titan, and Elders debate endlessly in the circular assembly hall.
Buildings witness the rise and fall of history more than people do. Time flows like a river, and countless important meetings have been held here, making decisions — right or wrong — for Okhema.
The Demigod Council is Okhema's most solemn meeting place. Even when there are no sessions, Elders gather here to debate their personal political views.
Here, the now-silent Kephale once answered questions and resolved doubts. Though the Titan's form is colossal, it could still converse with ordinary people in a unique way.
Clapping Woman: All the savings should be handed over to the priests.
Central Assembly Hall
(Approach the pair right of the path to the central assembly hall, idle text)
Ella: Have you heard of the Theater Festival?
Thalia: Can you tell me more about it?
Listen
Ella: Have you heard about the Festival of Phagousa?
Thalia: Can you tell me more about it?
Ella: The playwrights of Okhema will showcase their new works during this program, and the audience will decide the best script and performers.
Thalia: So that's how it is. I used to be a theater critic in my homeland, so I am rather interested in this "Festival of Phagousa."
Ella: I remember that, in the last award-winning play, a prince slew his own father and married his own mother. But when he uncovered the truth, he fell deep into despair and self-blame.
Thalia: What happened next?
Ella: They used a mechanical device to showcase Talanton's descent from the sky, using justice and fairness to save the prince and deliver a happy ending!
Thalia: Wait, isn't this a literal "deus ex machina"? This makes me skeptical about the tastes of Okhemans.
(Approach the group at the southeast edge of the central assembly hall, idle text)
▶Glation: What about the promise the Council of Elders made?
Ethro: The results of the citizens' assembly have been determined!
Listen
Glation: "No matter what comes of the citizens' assembly, it stands as the promised result given unto us by Kephale." In the end, the Council of Elders was unwilling to admit the results produced from the citizens' assembly.
Glation: The Council of Elders? These people have never taken the prophecy seriously!
Ancaeus: Relax, youngster. Kephale's prophecy... Hm. If the Council of Elders agrees, then that is Kephale's promised outcome. But as you can see, if the Council does not agree...
Ethro: Tsk. The mighty Kephale needs to heed the opinion of the Council of Elders? I see clearly now. You and your boy are working for the elders. That's why you're so full of lies.
Ancaeus: You're... disrespecting the Council of Elders. Ah... No! Your disrespect is toward the Titans themselves...
(Approach the pair sitting at the south edge of the central courtyard, idle text)
Moiton: To tell you a secret, I truly heard Kephale's voice.
Clyte: Then why couldn't I hear anything. You're not lying again, are you? What did Kephale say to you?
Moiton: Kephale asked that I speak with them privately after the Dawn Device goes out. Such divine secrets cannot be revealed...
Daphne: Oh, do shut up. As far as we all know, the Dawn Device will forever illuminate Okhema!
Moiton: It's true! Kephale says there are some things that cannot be brought to the light, and that some things cannot be said in the open.
Clyte: I'm now starting to suspect if you're a follower of Zagreus. Empty vessels make the most noise. If I believed you... then I might as well be a Flying Amphora.
Daphne: Basically, a FLYING PIG!
Clyte: You shut your trap too!
(Approach the group worshipping at the first stairs from the Titan Cliff
Anaxa: This is an introductory course in alchemy, and the subject matter deals with the essence of the soul. My name is Anaxagoras, and let me make it clear from the get-go — you are not to refer to me as "Anaxa."
Anaxa: In other words, should we meet at the Grove, or should you seek my wisdom at the lab, I will only respond to the name "Anaxagoras."
Hyacine: ...Let's rest the topic of names for now, Professor Anaxa. The two of them haven't gotten a word in yet—
Anaxa: Address me as Professor Anaxagoras, Hyacine. As the teaching assistant, you should be setting an example.
Anaxa: And before you ask, allow me to explain why we're teaching here instead of at the Grove—
Hyacine: Because the scholars of the Grove are currently very upset and are planning to hang Professor Anaxa.
Anaxa: *abruptly clears throat* ...We are here to seek "political asylum."
Phainon: ...What an eccentric professor. My name is Phainon, and this is Castorice. We are—
Anaxa: Officially sponsored students from the holy city Okhema.
Castorice: ...Yes. Looks like you already know about us, Professor.
Anaxa: Naturally. This is the most fundamental of fundamentals.
Anaxa: But first, I must clarify that we're dealing with a complex subject. I will not be discussing any interesting trivia that you want to hear. I am here to share knowledge that you cannot get from any other professor.
Anaxa: Which means this won't be a course you enjoy. Now, you still have time to pick other electives—
Phainon: Professor Anaxa... goras. Are there any other rules we should keep in mind apart from the "name" issue?
Anaxa: My classroom is free of restrictions and there's no need for you to abide by formalities. If something confuses you, you are welcome to interrupt me any time. However, I would advise that you raise your hand instead of speaking freely. That's all the rules.
Hyacine: By the way, Professor Anaxa is also in charge of your History of Mythology course. As for the potential issue in that one... Should I tell them, or will you, Professor Anaxa?
Anaxa: This course includes content some might call "blasphemous." If you can't handle it, feel free to cover your ears, shut your eyes, and leave.
Phainon: Not a problem for us. We've heard all about your reputation.
Anaxa: Good. You'll soon see those rumors aren't baseless. Hyacine, pass out the syllabus and reading list. If you want to excel in this class, extra reading is a must.
Anaxa: I can't teach you anything. All I can do is teach you how to think. Got it?
Anaxa: "Perhaps out of fear that their creations might surpass them, the Titans withheld wisdom from their creatures. Little did they know that such simplicity and charm would a nobler, more harmonious spirit in the dromas than in the Titans themselves..."
Anaxa: Not bad. It has a touch of sophistry.
Anaxa: Castorice, you pass.
Phainon: Wait, Castorice, how did you do that?
Castorice: ...Maybe it's because I've read too many random books.
Anaxa: And you, Phainon... You handed me a blank sheet.
Anaxa: What score do you think that deserves?
Phainon: I can't agree with your premise that dromas surpasses Titans, and the blank sheet is my stance.
Anaxa: ...Expressing a stance through silence. That's something I've learned from the dromas.
Anaxa: ...Well, well, good point. You do have some solid skills.
Anaxa: As your teacher, I'd love you to agree with me after sufficient study. But if you disagree, you'd better back it up with enough knowledge and reasoning...
Anaxa: In other words, if you write an essay critiquing the idea that dromas surpasses Titans, I'd be willing to give you a passing score. But a blank sheet only gets a blank grade.
Phainon: Huh?
Phainon: ...Does this mean I'm going to graduate late?
Anaxa: That's up to you, not me.
Phainon: ...It's all because the professor's so obsessed with dromas.
(At the end of Central Assembly Hall)
Activate Fragments of Recollection
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Anaxa: ...Alright, let's hear the Venerationism's definition of divinity.
Phainon: Divinity is "the absence of mortal flaws, a state of completeness unique to gods." That's the definition we've all agreed on.
Anaxa: Let's return to the debate — Is divinity perfect?
Anaxa: Regarding perfection, your definition is "a state where an observer cannot point out flaws." Let me ask you this: Can Kephale identify flaws in divinity?
Phainon: We acknowledge that the all-powerful Kephale could point out flaws in other Titans, but those would not be mortal flaws. They'd be flaws in divinity itself — which still aligns with the definition of perfection.
Phainon: The Venerationism's treatise The Hundred Tribes' Praise of the Gods mentions many flaws in the Titans' divinity. The simplest example: Nikador, notorious for their ruthlessness and reckless bravery, embodies the divine nature of strife, making them perfect.
Anaxa: Let me ask you this: Is Kephale's divinity more perfect than Nikador's?
Phainon: Can one form of perfection be more perfect than another? Can one circle be more "circular" than another? This is just a trap set by the opposing team, and I won't answer it.
Phainon: Even if we admit that one mountain is taller than another, the shorter one is still a mountain.
Anaxa: ...You managed to breathe life into the ancient theories from the tedious Venerationism. Very impressive. You pass this mock debate. I look forward to your performance at the 742nd Great Debate.
Phainon: All thanks to Professor Anaxa's excellent teaching.
Anaxa: ...Call me Anaxagoras.
Enlightenments
There are 1Achievements related to Dawncloud Enlightenments:
Demigod Council
Aglaea's Golden Chrysalis
