FIC FILL: Madraí Cogaidh (PG)yanzadracanAugust 11 2016, 16:24:39 UTC
The Eastern kingdom under Regent Obadiah Stane had been at war for many years with the kingdom of Queen Melinda May to the west. Few areas along the border escaped the ravages of the pillaging armies. Famine was close to reality as the farmers, cattle and sheep herds had their crops and animals confiscated to feed the armies, and the royalty that profited from the conflict.
The First Minister of the Sorcerer’s Guild, Nicholas Fury, rested his chin on steepled fingers as he listened to the reports from the heads of his territorial Guilds. The news ranged from bad to worse, with each Territorial Guild Minister demanding to know how their ruling council was going to stop the atrocities of this war. After the final report was given, he looked around the chamber at his ruling council.
“I think it’s time to once again entertain the Madraí Cogaidh (Dogs of War) initiative.” Fury stated.
His announcement was met with frowns from around the table.
“I was under the impression that plan was laid aside as having a low probability of succeeding.” Doctor Strange spoke their thoughts.
“It did until at the turn of the new year, my second was approached by Virginia Potts, Seer to the Stark Kingdom.”
“No one has seen her since young Anthony exiled himself to the Isle of Malibu to escape Obadiah Stane’s attempts on his life after his parent’s death.” The Ancient One was thoughtful as she looked around the table.
The members turned to look at Phil Coulson, Fury’s second on the Council.
“Seer Potts told me of events she had seen as she divined on the coming year for Prince Anthony. She saw Obadiah sending his agents to kill the Prince until he either succeeds, or is stopped. While Stane commands the Stark Kingdom armies, he does not command the people while Prince Anthony lives. She described what she called Madraí Cogaidh, as the agents of change in the tide of the war. Also, the Prince sent with her a Memory Stone”
Coulson paused to trade a look with Fury.
“Those loyal to the Stark family have been collecting proof of Stane’s nefarious dealings. We sent Journeyman Maria Hill to escort Seer Potts safely back to the Isle of Malibu. We sent Master Steven Rogers to the Western kingdom of Queen May to apprise her of the situation with Stane. Queen May has spent the war in defense of her borders without going on the offense against her eastern neighbors.”
Growing impatient, Strange cut off Coulson’s recitation.
“This is all well and good. Could we get on to the part about Madraí Cogaidh.”
At his tone, Fury stood allowing his second to escape the Sorcerer Supreme’s attention.
“I tasked Maria to inform me should Seer Potts visions change from what she reported. I approached the Spies and Assassins Guild to find the individuals we would need to complete the Madraí Cogaidh ritual. They provided us three fringe members that apparently are too independent in their thinking to work within the Guild system. With the help of Wanda and Phil, we have been working the preliminary spells.”
“Now you need Steven, The Ancient, and myself to join you for the Grande Finale.” Clea stated.
“That is correct.”
“We should not help on the principle of you engaging in these rituals without our knowledge and approval, but it would cruel to your three ‘volunteers’ to leave them in the limbo of an incomplete ritual.” The Ancient One scolded.
“Better to ask forgiveness than permission.” Wanda shrugged.
“You are very cavalier with the lives of others.” Clea frowned.
Wanda started to raise to the bait until Phil laid a calming hand on her shoulder.
“We can finish the ritual without you, but it will much more effective with your help.” Nick shrugged.
It was Strange’s turn to show a bit of temper until The Ancient came between the Sorcerers.
“For the sake of the mundanes you have employed in your scheme we will help you, but be forewarned we will not be so forgiving in the future.”
Nick bowed his head in acknowledgement.
“We are prepared to commence tomorrow at the peak of the full moon.”
The First Minister of the Sorcerer’s Guild, Nicholas Fury, rested his chin on steepled fingers as he listened to the reports from the heads of his territorial Guilds. The news ranged from bad to worse, with each Territorial Guild Minister demanding to know how their ruling council was going to stop the atrocities of this war. After the final report was given, he looked around the chamber at his ruling council.
“I think it’s time to once again entertain the Madraí Cogaidh (Dogs of War) initiative.” Fury stated.
His announcement was met with frowns from around the table.
“I was under the impression that plan was laid aside as having a low probability of succeeding.” Doctor Strange spoke their thoughts.
“It did until at the turn of the new year, my second was approached by Virginia Potts, Seer to the Stark Kingdom.”
“No one has seen her since young Anthony exiled himself to the Isle of Malibu to escape Obadiah Stane’s attempts on his life after his parent’s death.” The Ancient One was thoughtful as she looked around the table.
The members turned to look at Phil Coulson, Fury’s second on the Council.
“Seer Potts told me of events she had seen as she divined on the coming year for Prince Anthony. She saw Obadiah sending his agents to kill the Prince until he either succeeds, or is stopped. While Stane commands the Stark Kingdom armies, he does not command the people while Prince Anthony lives. She described what she called Madraí Cogaidh, as the agents of change in the tide of the war. Also, the Prince sent with her a Memory Stone”
Coulson paused to trade a look with Fury.
“Those loyal to the Stark family have been collecting proof of Stane’s nefarious dealings. We sent Journeyman Maria Hill to escort Seer Potts safely back to the Isle of Malibu. We sent Master Steven Rogers to the Western kingdom of Queen May to apprise her of the situation with Stane. Queen May has spent the war in defense of her borders without going on the offense against her eastern neighbors.”
Growing impatient, Strange cut off Coulson’s recitation.
“This is all well and good. Could we get on to the part about Madraí Cogaidh.”
At his tone, Fury stood allowing his second to escape the Sorcerer Supreme’s attention.
“I tasked Maria to inform me should Seer Potts visions change from what she reported. I approached the Spies and Assassins Guild to find the individuals we would need to complete the Madraí Cogaidh ritual. They provided us three fringe members that apparently are too independent in their thinking to work within the Guild system. With the help of Wanda and Phil, we have been working the preliminary spells.”
“Now you need Steven, The Ancient, and myself to join you for the Grande Finale.” Clea stated.
“That is correct.”
“We should not help on the principle of you engaging in these rituals without our knowledge and approval, but it would cruel to your three ‘volunteers’ to leave them in the limbo of an incomplete ritual.” The Ancient One scolded.
“Better to ask forgiveness than permission.” Wanda shrugged.
“You are very cavalier with the lives of others.” Clea frowned.
Wanda started to raise to the bait until Phil laid a calming hand on her shoulder.
“We can finish the ritual without you, but it will much more effective with your help.” Nick shrugged.
It was Strange’s turn to show a bit of temper until The Ancient came between the Sorcerers.
“For the sake of the mundanes you have employed in your scheme we will help you, but be forewarned we will not be so forgiving in the future.”
Nick bowed his head in acknowledgement.
“We are prepared to commence tomorrow at the peak of the full moon.”
Due to length continued on AO3
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