StarCraft: Tyranid Empire

Chapter 421 Archbishop

The top of the Durham government meeting room is a transparent crystal structure, through which you can directly see the deep purple sky of Sacoolas.The dome shrouded in twilight stretched over Augustus's head, and two stacks of huge moons and stars dotted the deep night sky.

From time to time, a few bright purple flashes would appear in the curtain of the night sky, coming from the thunderclouds above Sacoolas.

Hazy Sacoolas has no distinct day and night cycles, nor spring, autumn, winter, and summer.This dim planet in eternal twilight also has her colorful beauty. The long icy river nourishes different biological groups, and the many ancient Sarnaga ruins surrounded by clusters of purple crystals are like a mysterious veil.

Beneath the stars, around a conference table that seemed to be made of platinum, there were equal numbers of Aiur protoss and Saguras protoss, and the high-level executive Tassadar and the matriarch Razagal were separated from each other. main seat.

Augustus was the only human being able to sit at the conference table, and his entourage could only wait outside the hall.Under him is a sunken oval seat, shaped like a golden eggshell that has been peeled from the middle, covered with soft and comfortable silk cushions, but the size is still too large compared to a human being.

Kerrigan complained about having to leave Augustus' side, unwilling to leave Augustus for a moment, and Raynor and Tychus had been prepared, teaching the matriarch's shadowguard how to play cards, trying to learn from those Earn a few souvenirs from the grim Dark Templar.

Many flags were planted in front of the conference table, among which the flag of Durham was the most shining, and the others were the flags of many tribes of the Aiur Protoss and the Sacoolas Protoss.These banners all represent symbols of a constellation, fire, or weapon, and are as delicate and beautiful as any other creation of the protoss.

The Al protoss present here are all named by Augustus. Phoenix, Taldarin, Yulan and Mojo are all the most outstanding executives and consuls under Tassadar's command. Even the guards The Templars in the meeting room are also famous Templars, such as Selendis, Calas, Tebrus, Caldaris and Taris.

As for the Dark Templar side, apart from Razagar, Mohandar and Vorazun, Augustus couldn't recognize them.The costumes of the Dark Templars are much restrained and sharper than the gleaming golden armor of the Templars, and the costumes are also distinguished by tribes. If they are not covered by long veils, they must also wear spiked helmets.

There is not even a protoss of the arbitrator class here, because they have already parted ways with the templars headed by Tassadar and Phoenix.

Augustus sat next to Tassadar, and on the other side was Artanis.As Tassadar's best friend, in terms of seniority, Artanis had to call him uncle.

"En Taro Adun, Patriarch, thank you for everything you have done for us." Tassadar's voice was as loud as a bell, and his will was as clear as a ray of light, which cannot be ignored.

"The swarm destroyed Aiur. At this critical moment, you and your people accepted us. We will never forget the kindness of the Nerazim protoss." His words were recognized by all the protoss present.

"The disaster taught the protoss what they couldn't learn in the glorious age, and let us regain the valuable humility. The war with the Zerg also brought the protoss who were separated from the two places to reunite. Opportunity, this is also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, under the banner of Durham, Templar and Dark Templar will work together to deal with the threat from foreign enemies."

"Unity is the source of strength." Phoenix said.

"Sacoolas is the starting point for the Protoss to retake Al." Urlan said.

"The Executor is right." Artanis' reverence for Tassadar is exactly the same as that of the Revolutionary Army for Augustus, and almost all the Aiur protoss are convinced that Artanis will have a few centuries later. Opportunity to take over as a senior executive.

"." The dark templars who participated in this meeting were silent.But they all obviously agree with Durham's philosophy, otherwise they wouldn't be here.

However, that does not mean that the Dark Templar will take the executive of the El Protoss too seriously. It is not easy for the Templar to win the respect of the Sacoolas Protoss.

Tassadar might be able to do it, but the Dark Templar has always been lukewarm, as unpredictable as ice.

"Dahlam is a union and an alliance. The protoss should be united and work together to the outside world." The timely speech of the matriarch Razagal made the atmosphere of the scene not too embarrassing.

"During the Battle of Aiur, the Templar High Executor Tassadar showed us how powerful Kara is when fused with the power of the Void, and that when light and darkness combine, our power will be unstoppable." block."

The dark templars present were all juniors of Razagar, and even the dark patriarch Zeratul, who was familiar with Augustus, was just a young man in front of her.When the Dark Templar first came to Sacoolas, Razagal was already their patriarch.

Razagal has always been one-sided among the Sacoolas protoss, and even Orega, who is considered to be too paranoid, will not violate her will.

"That's exactly what I want to say, Patriarch," Tassadar said, taking Raszagal's words.

"As I said before, the Durham government will never interfere in the internal affairs of the Dark Templar, and they all follow the principle of self-management internally." He said.

"In Durham, Al and Sacoolas have the same protoss status. The purpose of the existence of the Durham government is to maintain the balance and unity between the two. The Dalam Protoss will provide Building homes with a common purpose and fighting together, the reunited Protoss will be stronger than ever."

"It's so great!" Artanis whispered beside Augustus, and he didn't know whether he was talking about Tassadar or the Durham government.

"Only Tassadar and you can do this - unite Al and Sacoolas protoss, maintain internal stability to ensure that this union will not fall apart prematurely." Augustus said in his heart that this is probably A The loveliness of Tanis.Now there is Tassadar leading the protoss forward, and what Artanis has to do is to learn from his teacher, which itself is a step he must go through.

"Me?" Artanis said, bowing his head to Augustus.

"You're teasing me again, Augustus Mengsk."

It has to be said that Artanis was as embarrassed as a cat that didn't catch a mouse.It made Augustus almost want to laugh.

Artanis is a young protoss leader, full of enthusiasm and drive, he sometimes shows the overconfidence and even arrogance of young people, but that is not even a shortcoming.

"Don't rush to deny yourself, Artanis." Augustus seemed out of place with this meeting, and the protoss present would not consider his opinion—Augustus really had nothing to say.

"My compatriots, the formation of a coalition government in Dharam is just the first step in uniting all the Protoss. The patriarch and I unanimously decided that a new council will be formed here to lead the Dharam Protoss." Tassadar went on to say .

"In the new council, Templars and Dark Templars will have equal bishop seats to make the final vote on decisions made in Durham's government. Only after the results of the vote are passed will it be implemented."

"I have a word." Vorazun, who was sitting beside his mother, objected.

"Aiur will only let templars take up positions? But in the Nerazim protoss, there is no such obvious difference between Kalai and templars." Vorazun said:
"The patriarchs of the tribes involved in construction and production should also have a seat in the council, and they also have the right to express their opinions. The artisan tribes of the dark templar will also join the new council, because they are both powerful fighters themselves and will also serve The tribe forges armor and weapons, I just ask."

Vorazun's words obviously asked the El protoss templars present. They looked at each other, as if they had never thought about such a question, that is, whether Kalai should have a place in the Durham government and parliament.

This was absolutely unacceptable in the Protoss Empire in the past, because the system established by Cass cannot be violated.In a way, however, the Templar took over the role of the Arbiter class as leaders of the Protoss.

"As a young Dark Templar, Vorazun, you probably still lack the necessary common sense." Fleet Admiral Urlan said in a reasonable tone:

"How can Kalai manage a new protoss empire? You don't have Kara, how can you understand what we are thinking, how can you understand our system."

"This is really unheard of, but I have no objection to allowing Kalei's tribe to also get a seat in the parliament." Of course Moyo would not object, all the protoss who believed that classes must be insurmountable stood on the side of the Supreme Council in the civil war side.

"Just do it," Phoenix said.

".Yeah, why have I never noticed that?" Tassadar said after a moment of silence.

"I am inferior to you, Vorazun."

"Calle's clan should also get a bishop's seat in the council."

"Enlightened decision, Tassadar." Rashagal praised Tassadar and said, "You are the one who created the world, and you created a new era."

"I've only seen one person like you, and that's Arden."

"Volazon is right." Artanis commented on this in a timely manner, feeling that he was not qualified to speak out.

"If the templar can get some of the rights of the arbitrators, then why can't Callai become a templar."

"Artanis, your thinking is very advanced. Tassadar has never said that Kalai will become a templar." Augustus suddenly thought, if everyone is a templar, then Durham Protoss may not have to face the dilemma of having no soldiers to use so that it has to vigorously develop omnic weapons.

Augustus' elder brother, Arcturus Mengsk the Great of the Tyrannian Empire, once said: There are no civilians in this war.

The civilians of Kalai who have received the minimum military training may not be able to use weapons or drive warships. The Protoss is a talented and intelligent family.

This is really too honorable.

"We should respect Callai instead of bossing around as Templars," Artanis explained.

Looking into the sparkling blue eyes of Artanis, Augustus was sure that he hadn't thought so deeply at the moment.

"I have one more question for Executive Tassadar." This time it was Mohandar, elder of the Nerazim protoss who spoke.

"Since Al and Sacoolas are equally seated, what if there is a tie?" he asked.

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"They must have forgotten you, Augustus Mengsk, you are human, you are neither the eldest son of God nor a dark templar." Artanis said to Augustus suddenly.

"You want me to be a bishop of the Protoss Council?" Augustus was sure that Artanis was not joking—the young executive simply didn't have much sense of humor.

"Thank you, Artanis. But don't expect me to come to Sacoolas for a meeting. If you can give me a salary, then I will be happy to come to work." Augustus smiled.

"Salary? Go to work?" Artanis couldn't understand.He doesn't feel annoyed, he just thinks he's picked up a few new words.

"You always have your reasons."

"An archbishop should be elected—he is the leader of the bishops, a warrior, a model, and the guardian of the people. The archbishop should have an incomparable reputation, so that he can make the final decision on key issues." Augustus reminded the tower in a low voice. Sardar said.

On many occasions, Tassadar was happy to take Augustus's advice and make good use of the wisdom of the leader of humanity.Because in many cases, Augustus is full of wisdom, he has a long-term vision, and has repeatedly spoken about the Zerg's next decision-making.

Not to mention his predictability, Zeratul even wondered if Augustus had read the complete prophecy.

"We should elect a new Archbishop as the leader of the Council of Bishops, and he must be respected by both Aiur and the Protoss of Saguras," Tassadar said.

All the protoss were attracted by Tassadar's words, and they almost thought that the person they were talking about was himself.

"I propose that the matriarch Razagal be appointed as the archbishop." Tassadar was shocked.

"A Banished? A Dark Templar? To lead the Firstborn?" Ullan nearly jumped up, clutching Tassadar's neck and asking him what he was mad about.

"Is this what you guys discussed a long time ago?"

"Could it be me? Yurlan." Tassadar just said peacefully: "I ask myself that I still don't have the respect of the dark templars, and all the protoss from Aiur know who is here He reached out to us in times of need, and all the Sons of Adun know Raszagal's generosity and motherly love."

"Razagal is a disciple of Adun, and she is also the successor of the legend."

"No one can question my mother's authority." Vorazun actually found Tassadar much more pleasing to the eye, and his attitude was also much better: "Executive Officer Tassadar, I apologize for my past rudeness. The Shadow Guard will Draw your sword for Durham."

"Let me just say, this is the legendary hero who killed the ruler. His magnanimity is not comparable to that of the dark templar." The dark patriarch Azma stood up.

"I am ashamed of my narrow-mindedness and my stupidity."

A group of dark templars paid tribute to Tassadar one after another, and it is impossible to expect them to say more in front of the El protoss.

"The matriarch is respected, and none of the eldest sons will speak ill of her," Artanis said.

"What can I say, watch and learn." Augustus shrugged.

(End of this chapter)