The Core Of Vagis, Ader

Everyone walks towards the helicopter. The doors open and they all get on.

Man: "This is the point of departure. Let's get this show on the road."

He turns on the helicopter on and the blades start spinning. The helicopter lifts off the ground and rises off the roof. He grabs the stick and starts flying the helicopter. The helicopter flies over the city.

Man: "If you look to our left, there is our beautiful city Vagis. If you look to our right... it's also our beautiful city Vagis. Seems like we are reaching the coastline. If you look out the windows, you can see it as well."

The helicopter flies over the coastline.

Man: "Well, you probably already know your city don't you?"

Kassius: "Hey, what's beyond the coast?"

Man: "Don't they mention this? I'm sure I made sure they were there. Well, it doesn't matter now. If you really wanna know, the place were you are going is where our thieves stay. You see, our country has access to two locations; the main land Vagis where you guys stay and the "public" location, where the country's thieves stay, as well as citizens of that nation. Vagis is where our people live and either choose professions that can be done in the country, in the public location or aim to become thieves. But where we are going, it's much more different."

Marcus: "Do they stay over there too?"

Man: "By they, what do yo-"

Marcus: "The seven."

Man: "Oh, I see you know your stuff. Well, then I'm afraid only two of them do."

Kassius (whispering): "Who are the seven?"

Bonnie (whispering): "Beats me."

Arnold: "I can tell you."

Kassius: "You know?"

Arnold: "A bit. They are probably talking about the seven wonders. Seven infamous thieves compared to any other. In terms of skill alone, they are closest to the reputation of the greatest thief to ever live, Jento Subayai. That's about all I know though."

Bonnie: "Hmm. That does sound cool."

Kassius: "Maybe we might walk into one. Hey Jinsoku, I just remembered. Your last name is Subayai right? Are you related to that Jento guy?"

Jinsoku: "Well, yes. I actually am."

Marcus: "..."

Sarah: "I'm bored. Mystery man, do you have any snacks or something?"

Man: "I'm afraid we don't have any snacks but you should get some rest. When we arrive at the main continent, you'll be provided anything you need."

As the flight continues, everyone is resting. Arnold is staring out of the window and Kassius is tapping his feet with his eyes closed.

Kassius: "Arnold, are you still up?"

Arnold: "Yeah I am."

Man: "Can't sleep?"

Arnold: "Yes."

Man: "Let me ask you two something. What do you think of the world?"

Arnold: "Hmm?"

Man: "What do you think the world outside of Vagis is like?"

Kassius: "I hope it has more food options."

Man: "Yeah, haha. That is true. But what I was alluring to was that this world you're stepping into, isn't as simple as it seems from the outside. But you'll understand eventually."

Kassius looks at Arnold.

Kassius: "Arnold, got any stories or something?"

Arnold: "Um... There was a time I fought a bear as a kid."

Kassius: "A bear?"

Arnold: "Yeah. So I was walking in the forest and all of a sudden..."

Man (in head): "Seems Romulus wasn't wrong about them. Maybe this whole group has something special. But hopefully this world doesn't change them for the worst."

After a while of flying, the man makes a loud whistle. Everybody wakes up shocked.

Man: "Are you all still alive back there? We've made it."

Everyone looks outside the window.

Man: "Right over there! We've made it to the continent. The destination you see before you is the core of Vagis, Ader!"

Everyone stares out the window to a city at the shore.

Kassius: "Whoa!"

Man: "And it's Four O'clock. Seems like we are on schedule."

The helicopter approaches the island and lands at a helipad location near the beach. The helicopter reaches the ground and everybody gets off the helicopter. They walk out of the helipad zone. The man turns off the helicopter and gets out of it. He walks up to the group.

Man: "Follow me."

They follow the man out of the hanger and start walking on the street.

Man: "Welcome to Ader. Time to give you a little tour."

They start walking around.

Man: "This is the place where you will stay. Essentials for this place are collected here and imported from the main continent. 'The other place' is not on the main continent so we have goods transported either by boat or by helicopter."

The man stops walking.

Man: "And just like that we reach our first location. This building is called the 'Cash-Point'. You come here with a special card that allows you to put in money or not. It's a handy process but you will get used to it in no time. Which reminds me..."

The man digs into his pocket and removes cards.

Man: "OK here's one for you. And you. You as well. And you too. Don't forget you. And finally you."

They all look at the cards.

Man: "Those are what we call 'Cash cards'. This is where your money goes. It's how you will pay for a lot of stuff here and the only way you can store money here so don't lose it. You can customise the card later. Any questions?"

Jinsoku: "Is this the only place I can do this?"

Man: "There are actually plenty of Cash-Points in this nation, especially in the capital. Any more questions about this place?"

Nobody responds.

Man: "Alright. Follow me then."

They continue walking.

Kassius (in head): "Man, this is so cool."

Kassius looks around and sees people walking around the streets.

Kassius (in head): "I wonder if they from Vagis as well."

Man: "And just like that we are at another hot spot. This is the activity centre. Exercise, combat training, practical skills, libraries. Anything useful to help the people here improve is available in this center. I'd suggest coming down here because events are held for prizes. This is a community after all so what better way than to keep things interesting through competition. Have you guys seen the show "Make or Break"? It should be broadcasted live every year in Vagis if I recall correctly. That's from this place. Many people participate to earn the prizes we offer. That should be about it for this center. Any questions here?"

Bonnie: "Is there a competition this year?"

Man: "There was an announcement to have one at the end of the year. If all goes well, the plan for the next competition will be released soon. Any more questions?"

Sarah: "I have a question. Why do you keep saying 'people' or 'that place'? Do people n-"

The man stares at her intensely and she gets shook.

Man: "I'll answer that later. For now..."

The man points towards the distance.

Man: "We are headed to the Shaft. You see that tall building? That's where we are going. Let's move on, shall we?"

They continue walking.

Man: "Over there is the place to buy food and over there is to buy some clothes. That place over there is for equipment. And... that building. That building is off limits. That's the location where the officials of this place work. The higher ups. So I don't think I need to state the consequence of breaching locations you aren't allowed into. Anyways we are almost through with this little tour. Just a few more steps and... we're here."

They stand before a very large building. Kassius looks up and sees a girl in the high floor windows but they disappear.

Kassius (in head): "Who was that?"

Man: "Follow me."

They enter the building and reach the reception. The man walks up to the receptionist.

Receptionist: "Hello! How may I help you?"

Man: "FURANTUR."

Receptionist: "Is this the new group?"

Man: "Yes. I have to get going so can you help them settle in."

Receptionist: "Of course. No problem."

Man: "Thanks."

The man walks up to the group.

Man: "Alright. This is it for today. For now, I want you guys just to settle in. The receptionist over there will be telling you how this place works. Just learn the place and later tonight we meet up there for the conclusion to the tour. Now if you'll excuse me."

The man walks out of the building. The receptionist walks up to the group.

Receptionist: "Welcome to the shaft. This is the deluxe residency of Ader. I am pleased to make your acquaintance."