Although the city layout still follows the framework of the period of Mother Bowen, however, after the drow elves of Dubizlant also moved here, the various buildings that wind up along the cliff have become denser.
Quite a lot.
This density... This originally mysterious and beautiful drow city has lost a lot of its mystery and artistry, but it has also... added a lot of flavor to life, which is completely different from most drow.
The flavor of city life.
After all, the Spider Queen's faith is forbidden here!
Without the wanton indulgence of the Spider Queen sect, and even the various internal fights that were actively provoked to gain the attention of the Spider Queen, and the resulting eternal restlessness, and after sorting out the indifference between each other, even if there is still Eilistraee
There are overt and secret conflicts between the sect and the Velen sect, but there is no doubt that the overall stability of Dugas has undergone a deep-rooted change.
In the highest place of this "cliff city".
Isaac and Eilistraee, who came from the portal, were overlooking everything below.
Eilistraee observed very carefully.
From the general density of drow in the city to the frequency of drow appearing on city streets, you can even feel the main atmosphere of the city through your soul.
The drow children running around in the streets and alleys, laughing and playing, made him smile knowingly.
There can be singing and dancing performances on the streets to attract drows, including businessmen coming and going, to stop and appreciate it. Instead of having to sing and dance in the wild to attract the curious, as in other places, it can also convey that drows are also kind-hearted.
The phenomenon of ideas also makes Him gentle.
But not time.
Those drow assassins who sneak in the darkness and clearly have the style of Velen's sect.
Although they were traveling to and from Dugas, they were obviously only here for business. Their inadvertent actions always revealed their alienation from the drow, and even made them fearful of the merchants.
Even the city's main military force, the city guards composed of dragon-turned-kobolds and trolls, are also wary of drow.
This made Eilistraee frown secretly again.
Over thousands of years, the evil and ruthless image of drow formed by the Lolth Sect has been deeply imprinted on everyone's subconscious.
His efforts, the efforts of His followers, and even their sacrifices, could not undo all of this.
Even if it were not for the support of some allies and based on this, Kelben invested a lot of effort in research, without that great plan... even if he would never give up and guide the drow to return
Kindness has the ideal of returning to the capital of Al-Arab Germany, but he has no idea of how or when it will be realized.
Observe carefully and think more.
Eilistraee's gaze finally retracted from below, and she frowned slightly and looked at the person beside her, slightly showing some signs of asking for advice: "I've always been confused. In Rose's case,
The darkness is eroding the souls of the drow more and more deeply. Although Kui Lu and I have tried our best to encourage and guide them to return to the surface, and also tried our best to reconcile them with the surface races, all efforts have failed.
, often because of the killing caused by Rose, all previous efforts were wasted, and the drow were never able to truly integrate into the surface society.
Just like here.
I completely believe that Isaac, you have the idea of integrating them into the Red Kingdom, and you have been promoting it.
But... even if Rose's influence is gone, I can still see that everyone is alienated and wary of them.
In such an environment, if Rose is involved in another conspiracy..."
He seems to have been able to see that when the drow who were corrupted by Rose and fell into the dark abyss were plotting here, this would trigger the outbreak of alienation and distrust of all others towards the drow.
As in, this is not the first time since the settlement of Drow.
It is also the most troublesome thing that He has always faced.
Rose even mocked his "naivety" to his face because of this!
But if this is "innocence"... then He insists on this "innocence"!
Regardless of whether it is for possible conspiracy in the future, I gave this person a warning in advance.
I really have some admiration for this Green Dragon King, who has not only made extraordinary achievements in the field of magic, but also built such a foundation from scratch, and is very capable in grasping people's hearts.
After all, this person is obviously a five-color dragon, but he can still be accepted by most people. In a certain sense, this is similar to the situation of drow.
There was a look of inquiry in Eilistraee's eyes.
Not only him, Kui Lu's sight is also revealed in his heart.
Like Eilistraee, she has put a lot of effort into drow affairs. However, so far, her greatest achievement is only the construction of the "Dark Maiden Corridor". Even to a certain extent, this still has a certain meaning.
Ra and Kelben provide immediate support.
In order for drow to be accepted by more people, in the quiet mountains and forests around Waterdeep City, not only the sisters of the temple, but also she did not know how many times she sang and danced under the night, all just to convey to people.
, among the drow, there is also a part that yearns for kindness and beauty.
As for why it is based on singing and dancing...
Except this is what attracts the curiosity of strangers the most.
Moreover, how bad can a person who can sing, dance, and pursue art be, no matter how bad he is?
No, does Eilistraee also hold these two priesthoods?
Before Eilistraee's gaze.
Isaac's eyes also frowned slightly.
It is difficult for Drow to harmonize with the outside world, or even just to blend in!
this problem……
If Eilistraee hadn't asked, even more so in person...
All he wants is to minimize the hidden dangers of the drow and maximize their value.
Do you really think of him as the leader of the drow?
However, since it was Eilistraee in front of her, even more...
This goddess who holds the priesthood of "beauty" and controls the field of "charm" looks over like this...
Isaac's will and heart couldn't help but blink his lips.
This one is enough. For the sake of Zhuoer, he stopped being polite like "Your Majesty, Your Majesty" and actually called out his name.
After all, under this look, Isaac also began to think deeply. After a while, he met Eilistraee's gaze and said: "Madam..."
"No need for 'ma'am."
"Your acceptance of Drow and your resistance to Rose are the beginning of our friendship. Just like Kui Lu, just call me by my name."
Eilistraee interrupted him, not showing a detached attitude at all, and even used Kuilu as an example to show that she didn't care about these etiquette.
When He said this, Isaac realized why He would directly call out his name first.
He thought for a moment, but it didn't matter in this regard. How could he be polite to Eilistraee after he said so?
Nodding slightly, but passing by, Isaac said: "Let me briefly talk about my views on these things from the perspective of Dugas and the Red Kingdom.
First of all, if Eilistraee is worried about the future of Dugas, I can give you a promise. When relevant events occur that cause you to worry, I can give them the opportunity to self-evidence and investigate, and
We can invite Kui Lu or Laila to also participate in this investigation and try to be as impartial as possible so that everyone can accept it. At least, the Spider Queen's conspiracy will not be easily successful."
There is no doubt that Kuilu and Laila can gain Eilistraee's absolute trust. Moreover, Eilistraee also believes that with them here, no matter what conspiracy Rose has, it will be impossible not to be exposed.
King Red said this, and his sincerity can be seen.
There was no pause in Isaac's words: "As for what you said, Drow has always been difficult to truly accept. I think this may have to be viewed from two perspectives."
"First, after all, it has been too many years. The dark and evil image of drow has long been solidified. Naturally, it cannot be universally accepted easily. But at the same time, I feel that you and Kui Lu can lead the followers.
The reconciliation that has been going on is actually a very correct direction..."
When he said this, both Eilistraee and Kuilu's eyes moved.
Very normal lead!
But it never worked?
But neither of them interrupted, still listening to Isaac's lower voice.
"Music and dance are naturally able to arouse people's acceptance of beautiful things. The guidance you have conducted has definitely changed many people's solid impressions of Zall.
However, despite what others say, changes in numbers are ultimately difficult to counteract the influence of multitudes on the other side.
When you change the number, the number on the other side is also changing at the same time. As others say, more will naturally be on the opposite side.
Therefore, your direction must be correct, but the too many wasted efforts all along are due to the bigger actions of the opponent."
Construction is always much more difficult than destruction.
Not to mention, construction here is only carried out in a niche area, while on the other side, huge destruction is occurring worldwide...
How can this enable them to influence changes in the overall environment?
Isaac's straightforward statement struck a chord in the hearts of Eilistraee and Kui Lu, and they both nodded their heads at the same time.
Eilistraee couldn't wait to ask: "What about the other angle?"
"Second, since there is no problem with the direction, using art to evoke beauty and then change the image of Zall is not wrong in itself..."
Isaac's voice paused for a moment, his eyes met Eilistraee's eager eyes, and he asked with a slight hint: "Then why don't you try to increase the audience as much as possible?"
"First, our manpower is insufficient. Once the impact is large and the true identity is exposed, we will be maliciously surrounded by the Spider Queen sect."
Eilistraee's voice seemed to have undergone some subtle changes.
Isaac's heart moved, and he immediately reacted. It was Kui Lu who was speaking.
After all, there are only a handful of followers of the Dark Maiden. Even core temples like the "Dark Maiden Corridor" rely on the support of Laila and Kelben, and are still hidden in a powerful city-state like Waterdeep.
Down.
From this, we can think about their living environment.
"Second, just the siege by the Spider Queen sect cannot make us retreat, but too many sisters, because of people's hatred of drow, also suffered too much persecution when they really showed up in public...
…”
Kui Lu's voice was a little low.
Human hearts are complex, and the more people there are, the more so.
Among the outstanding people, there are those like them who yearn for kindness.
Among humans and elves, there are inevitably those with dark hearts.
Because she has come into contact with more people, she has direct knowledge of a considerable number of people who have been persecuted in the name of "Drow".
Increasing the audience is of course the way to expand the influence of the dark girl, but... at least in today's environment, Kui Lu can't see how to achieve it correctly!
"Increasing the audience does not mean that we only have to perform in various places."
There was a slightly strange look in Isaac's eyes.
Facing the overlapping moon eyes of Eilistraee and Kui Lu, under those gazes that were both thoughtful and urgent, he once again asked with a slightly rhetorical tone: "Have you ever thought about turning art into something else?"
Combine it with the college and focus on building an art department or even an art college with your characteristics?
These things are not something only moon elves can do.
I believe that if you just want to spread good things and have enough investment, and you want to base yourself on Deep Water, or my natural green, including Dugas, there should be no problem at all."
He didn't say Silvermoon City.
Silvermoon City prohibits drow from entering. Even Kuilu, even a chosen one of the Forest Goddess, has never received Alustriel's permission. This supreme lady of the Silvermoon Alliance is not willing to let drow enter because of personal reasons.
Touching the rules that Silvermoon City has erected since its establishment.
However, Silvermoon City is not good, but Waterdeep City, which is very tolerant, is different, especially with Lyra here.
If Kui Lu and the others are willing to invest persistently, whether it is the investment of resources or sometimes even sacrifice, Isaac believes that their investment will eventually bear fruit!
It is a fruit more abundant than the temple!
Education is the best way to brainwash!
As for art education... as long as their art schools can successively launch some "star" students or even "star combinations", no matter how cold Zaoer is, he will be regarded as cold by many people! The first one is cruel and cold, and the second one is cruel and cold.
One is cool and cool!
And when these people actually come into contact with the academy... Eilistraee's followers are not truly ruthless.
Especially Eilistraee. Although this goddess has "innocent impulses", her gentle, kind, and even melancholic personality is completely opposite to the daily image of drow.
Isaac went on to say a little bit about some of his thoughts on the Art Institute.
The eyes of Eilistraee and Kui Lu suddenly lit up.
Compared with their hidden and secretive guidance, this person's idea is too grand.
It also elevated them from the most ordinary performers to the authoritative level of art, and even "tortured" them against the moon elves.
Eilistraee was fine with other things, but when it came to the return of the drow and who was more artistic... He really wanted to "tear it apart"!
"Before the Dark Disaster, Maiyeli Tower was the center of elven magic and art, and Ilfalan was even inferior to us."
"When the time comes, I will personally guide you and bring the most brilliant art of the dark elves back to the world."
For the first time, Eilistraee showed a slightly proud tone and even expression, which fully showed her interest in Isaac's "art academy" and how to promote the "people-friendly" approach of the drow.
"Visual approval.
In his mind, he quickly reached an agreement with Kui Lu on some things. He looked at Isaac again with bright eyes: "Over there in Deepwater City, Kui Lu is going to take care of it personally. Natural Green and Dugas,
I can only ask you to take more care of me."
"It doesn't matter. I also expected them to integrate into the kingdom. What's more, you will come in person..."
Under his gaze, Isaac's heart also fluctuated.
"No matter what, thank you for your help."
"In the material world, I have nothing to repay you, so..."
Eilistraee's voice paused slightly, and when Isaac's eyes were attracted by his voice, his eyes became more and more sparkling, and there was a soul-stirring charm: "Please come and taste, Zhuoer's music and dance
, maybe alongside the moon elves?”
In the sound, there is a faint light of the silver moon, penetrating the obstacles of matter and projecting to Dugas from a distance.
In the moonlight, a graceful figure rose up with a sword.
There is another gentle and slightly sad voice, penetrating everyone's soul, and this sadness is gradually changing, bringing new life, bringing hope...
If they don't agree with each other, they just sing and dance.
Once they agree, they still have to sing and dance.
but……
Isaac asked himself that he did not have any artistic ability, but when Elise danced under the moon, that mystery, that beauty, that touching soul, even if he closed his eyes and closed his hearing, he could still project the charm into his soul...
…
I don't know when, his Laila form seemed to be released. Under the moonlight, he seemed to be taller than Kui Lu in the Lost City of Earth, as if Eilistraee had truly incarnated in it and merged with Kui Lu.
As one body.
The integration of singing, dancing, moonlight, and sword skills...
Involuntarily, Isaac's eyes moved accordingly, and for the first time, he felt immersed in "art".