Path Of The Warrior by Gav Thorpe

Author:Gav Thorpe [Thorpe, Gav]
Language: eng
Format: epub, pdf
Publisher: Black Library
Published: 2011-06-09T23:00:00+00:00

TRAP

With Khaine by his side, Eldanesh vanquished the foes of the eldar. None could stand before the might of the Bloody-Handed One and his disciple. One evening as the crows feasted on Eldanesh’s slain foes, Khaine congratulated Eldanesh on his victories and promised him many more. The War God granted Eldanesh a vision of the future, releasing a drop of his fiery blood onto Eldanesh’s forehead. Eldanesh saw what would come to pass under the patronage of Khaine. Enemies unnumbered fell beneath Eldanesh’s blade and the might of the eldar grew to its zenith. All creatures were cowed before the strength of Eldanesh and all eldar paid homage to Eldanesh for his rulership. When the vision had passed, Khaine told Eldanesh that the War God would put aside his animosity for the Children of Isha if Eldanesh would simply swear fealty to the Bloody-Handed One. Eldanesh cared not for the bloody future of Khaine’s dreams and refused to give his oath to the War God. Enraged, Khaine struck down Eldanesh and the War in Heaven began.

Though Korlandril had lost his control at the end of the duel, it was agreed that he had gained the victory. Korlandril was the first to welcome Arhulesh back, greeting him in the armouring chamber.

‘Your place is with the Deadly Shadow,’ said Korlandril. ‘We are whole with you numbered amongst us.’

Arhulesh studied Korlandril, seeking some hint of reproach or gloating. Korlandril offered neither.

‘I am sorry I insulted you,’ said Arhulesh. ‘It was a sly ploy, one not worthy of the Striking Scorpions.’

‘It was ill-judged, but I am glad that I did not make you pay too high a price for the error. I apologise for my reaction, it did not befit the conduct of a warrior facing one of his own.’

Arhulesh extended his hand with fingers outstretched and Korlandril touched fingertips with him, sealing the agreement.

‘Kenainath has me training on my own again for the time being,’ confessed Korlandril. ‘Also I am forbidden from leaving the shrine for the next twenty cycles. I think he trusts me, but he wishes to make a statement. I would not be surprised if he has something planned for you.’

‘I’d deserve it,’ Arhulesh said heavily. ‘Running off to Aranarha to spite Kenainath? I am truly my worst enemy sometimes. Such a fool.’

Korlandril said nothing. Arhulesh’s brow creased in a frown of disappointment.

‘Was I supposed to argue?’ Korlandril asked, keeping the smile from his face.

‘I shall become a philosopher next and found a new Path,’ said Arhulesh. He lifted a finger to his chin in a pose of mock thoughtfulness. ‘On this Path one shall be required to do the exact opposite of what one thinks to be right. I shall call it the Path of the Idiot.’

Korlandril laughed and clapped a hand to Arhulesh’s shoulder.

‘I shall become your first disciple. While I have dabbled in idiocy several times, truly I should learn its intricacies under a great master. Short of running off to join the Harlequins, I can’t think of anything I could do to best your latest exploits.

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