This was a really enjoyable read—a potential direction I found refreshingly interesting to consider. The paths you paved for Meteion and Hermes suited them instead of being rushed into villain roles. Those who gave their lives to help the WoL reach Hydaelyn were carefully considered: passing on meaningfully (Urianger) in ways that suited them (Sadu) and gave us further insight into who they were “behind the cutscenes” (Matoya). As for the Loporrits, I’d hope they’d choose to live on and discover a true sense of purpose (and pudding). Thank you for sharing.