Q&A March part 1

Note/ The short POVs will be posted in another post soon.

Other questions and answers as well. Attention, may contain spoilers.

Blood Legacies Questions:
1. If the king and Eleazar had to choose between saving the life of their child and keeping their title/power (the people and Petrus/Darian would be safe either way), what would they choose? Would this change if MC and Hayden didn't die but were gravely injured and permanently disabled?

: Lose the title. Eleazar can reclaim the title later, and even if he can't, either by continuing to be just a lord or not, being just another elemental without any noble title. The lineage is more important, and MC is both the future of Eleazar's family and Alexandra's. Even the peasants and commoners in Darian value, take pride in, and honor having ancient blood or coming from long family lineages, whether noble or not. If MC is alive, although injured, Eleazar would ensure that MC recovers, so that both could rebuild and regain their noble titles, or serve in Darian's army.

As for the king, he would choose to keep the title. He can marry again and have more children, but losing his title means throwing away all his own and his family's work. After all, they are of the highest rank. Losing the titles and power of king or queen of their house would be disrespectful to him and also, of course, losing the power he and all of his blood have. If Hayden is alive, although injured, the king could do his best to ensure they recover and are in all their capacities.

2. Can we know a little about Nix's life before coming to Petrus? Anything you want to share, their relationship with family, if they have siblings, what kind of training they received (no first blood drop for them, right?) etc.

A: Nix was the type who enjoyed parties, although not much with other nobles, because they found them too greedy or arrogant. They preferred parties more with the people, and among some nomadic groups in Akalis, where they would be welcome and treated more normally. They have a younger brother. And they don't get along with their father, but their mother is another story, they are very attached to their mother, who is half faerie by the way, and they are very well behaved, although they don't like the way their father and the other nobles act, they stay in line and avoid bringing scandals to their family, more for their younger brother and mother than for their father. And no, hehe, no blood rite for them. They had a more "normal" training in the sense that they were taught from a young age by private masters of runic magic before going to the academy in Akalis, where they would finish their training before the whole agreement with Akalis.

3. Becoming a noble in Darian is possible through military conquests, so could Tyler become "legitimate"? What conquests would he need to achieve to not be seen as a bastard (killing the elemental/mage that MC can kill would be enough)? After achieving this, would he receive a new name/title or would he just be accepted as part of the family as a legitimate child? Could he become the heir of the family?

A: Tyler can only become legitimate if someone of high rank, if the duke and duchess make them legitimate. Even gaining the title of knight, it won't be possible like that. He would need to have several notable feats of battle, and could only become a lord and legitimized if the duke or duchess in Darian makes them so. He could gain favor from nobles (which can be complicated, since he's a bastard, but if he proves valuable enough in battle, he can change that). But only the duke, duchess, or members of that family, whether children of the duke or duchess of Darian (in the case of MC), can make them legitimate. He would gain a noble title but whether this would be well accepted or not wouldn't matter much in terms of inheritance laws. He could indeed be considered the heir of the family, after the older siblings and those of legitimate birth.

4. Choosing the dragon and the griffin means that we can have a telepathic bond with them (the same with Nix?), but how does that work? In the demo, can MC see through the dragon's eyes, but besides sharing senses, can the pet feel and understand MC's emotions and/or thoughts, and can MC feel what the pet is feeling and/or thinking? If the pet and MC are physically separated, can they still feel each other/ask for help from each other, etc? How much distance is needed for the pet/MC not to reach each other? Can the bond disappear over time if the pet/MC are separated for years? Do dragons and griffins have human intellect?

A:MC and the creature can share a telepathic and empathic link (but it's more geared towards emotions), MC may even feel a bit of the creature they're bonded with, but not too much. It's more like an instinct. However, no, the bond cannot be broken, even with distance and time, unless the bonded creature or elemental dies. The other way the bond could be broken is if the bonded elemental wishes to break it, but this can be painful and leave them sick for days or months, besides risking killing both in the process of unlinking. And it's not necessary to be close for the bond to work. MC can be on the other side of the continent and still call the creature. Dragons may have a mind more akin to humans', while griffins are quite intelligent, but not like dragons. And regardless of whether it's a dragon, griffin, direwolf, or tiger, all can have a strong bond, both mentally and emotionally. The difference is that this is stronger with dragons and griffins.

In Nix's case... well, it's a bit of a spoiler, but yes, it would be something like that, but not telepathic, but empathic. In this case, the bond between mage and elemental would be one of empathy, both being able to feel each other's emotions. This will be explored further, and MC will be able to learn more about it at certain points in the demo. But if you want to know more about it, you can ask and I'll answer everything, but it will be very spoilery, if you don't mind, of course.

New Era Questions:
1. Probably very full of spoilers, but I'll try 🤣 Did Taylor notice anything while looking into MC's eyes through the mask at the meeting?

Taylor found it strange and thought the eyes were a bit too familiar... but also thought it was just their impression.

2. Do they enjoy being hunters? Or is it just a duty?

A middle ground. They enjoy helping protect the innocent, but it's also a burden they feel they have a duty to carry, for the sake of the people in New Era.

3. If we don't romance Cassie, can we still tell her that we'll stand by her no matter what happens? Would she like it if MC considered her/shared with her that she is like/part of MC's family now?

Yes, it will be possible. And yes, she would love that too. In fact, she kind of considers MC, Diego, and her as a little family, even if for now, just friends.

4. Can MC feed directly from someone/something without killing them?

Yes, it is and will be possible. There haven't been many opportunities so far, but yes, it will be possible to feed without killing.

5. Is drinking from another vampire nutritious/good? And mermaids and fairies? If I remember correctly, feeding can be very pleasant/enjoyable for the victim, right?

Correct. And yes, but it's not advisable to feed only from each other for too long and go without feeding on human blood in that time, as at some point, this can end up weakening the other or both, because the blood they would be feeding on wouldn't be coming from a living being exactly. But this, if they spend too long feeding only from each other, without another food source. It could also strengthen the partnership: By feeding on each other, vampires strengthen their bond. This could result in greater trust and cooperation between them and even the creation of a psychic bond, allowing them to share thoughts and emotions. If they are romantically linked. But it's dangerous, very dangerous, if one of them dies, both being linked, this can drive the other insane. Just think that vampires already have emotions intensified ten times more, so such a bond... well, it's complicated. And not everyone can create such bonds. It takes a very strong emotional connection.

Also, it can strengthen the partnership: By feeding on each other, vampires strengthen their bond. This could result in greater trust and cooperation between them and even the creation of a psychic bond, allowing them to share thoughts and emotions. If they are romantically linked. But it's dangerous, very dangerous, if one of them dies, both being linked, this can drive the other insane. Just think that vampires already have emotions intensified ten times more, so such a bond... well, it's complicated. And not everyone can create such bonds. It takes a very strong emotional connection.

Intensified feelings: Mutual feeding can lead to a deeper emotional connection between vampires. They may experience a stronger attraction or a feeling of love and loyalty to each other. If there is already any feeling between them, whether friendship or love. And yes, this is also possible with fairies and mermaids, but in this case, there would be no telepathic or emotional connection with them (unless the vampire is very fond of that fairy or mermaid, this can result in the vampire forming a very strong emotional attachment if there are romantic feelings from the vampire towards that fairy or mermaid) and yes, this can be pleasurable for both.

6. Talis/Talia's initial thoughts on a cool MC?

They are genuinely surprised, not imagining that someone who was raised by Silas and went through what they went through at his hands would be so polite to someone who was Silas's friend.

7. Do vampires automatically become more powerful as they get older?
No, but it depends, there are some exceptions.. But they can become more strategic, intelligent, and much more skilled in using their natural vampire abilities. The power of each vampire depends a lot on what the vampire was like when human, and what kind of gift the vampire has as well.

8. What other creatures are immortal like vampires?

Faeries, Mermaids, and Werewolves (although these may end up choosing to age as humans, or age a few years if they wish). Fairies and Mermaids have a common aging process like humans until the age of 20, from then on their aging is much more retarded, so they can appear in their 20s for over 500 years or more.

9. Which other creature can turn a human into them?

Werewolves. But only the most skilled among them. Some who are skilled can control and use the poison they have very well, thus being able to transform whoever they want. While newcomers and less experienced with their poison may have no idea how to use it or do it correctly.

10. Is there a way to make the vampire transformation more successful/less painful or is survival just a matter of chance?

It's a matter of chance. It can be less painful if there's someone there by their side, and if they're in a more comfortable place, but it's not certain that they will survive the transaction.

11. Do you think there's a possibility of seeing someone being turned into a vampire in the game? (Obviously, I know it's very early and things can change)

Yes, it will be very possible....

For both Blood Legacies and New Era ROs:
1. What are their hobbies?

Taylor: Reading and training, they also enjoy swimming.

Cassie: Running, swimming, and admiring landscapes; she can spend hours just enjoying good music or a place. She also loves dancing and parties.

Blood Legacies:

Hayden: Music, animals, horseback riding, and exploring places.

Caio: Reading.

Cecilia: Reading, training, and hunting. She also enjoys exploring.

Tyler: Drawing. He loves it.

Nix: Stargazing and studying the stars, also enjoys learning and observing landscapes.

Elia: Plants and flowers.

2. What is their "perfect" date?

Most of them would prefer it to be in a private place, where there would only be them. Although Hayden, Cecilia, and Elia don't mind going to public places.

The perfect date for Hayden would be anywhere or anyhow, as long as it was with someone they liked. Cecilia would prefer a quieter place. Nix would like a place where they could be away from many people and be beautiful; a little picnic would also be great. Elia would find it perfect near a garden or with flowers around. Caio wouldn't mind where it was, as long as it was private. Tyler doesn't care much about it, any place is fine for him, and anyway, as long as he doesn't have to deal with nobles and people looking at him uncomfortably.

Cassie: Would love it to be in a high place, under the morning or evening sun.

Taylor: A picnic in a green field, enjoying the starlight.

3. How experienced are they, romantically, in the horizontal tango (🤣) and in relationships?

Hayden is very experienced, in all cases. They have had sexual experiences (more to annoy their father) and had some minor relationships, but nothing really important, just more as a distraction for them.

Tyler is also experienced in sexual relationships, but nothing serious, and the few times he had any affair, it was very brief. He doesn't think it would matter to remain a virgin; he is a bastard, and as his own family wouldn't care, why would he?

Nix has had some relationship but it was once and considered more of a mistake. After that, only if they fell in love again.

Elia and Caio haven't had relationships. Neither Elia nor Cecilia think it's right, since both are heirs; they think they should stay without any relationship until marriage or the right person. Caio wouldn't mind much about it; besides being shy, he also prefers to wait for the right person, someone he loves.

New era:

Taylor has no sexual or relationship experiences unless it's with the MC, though they might have kissed another hunter if the MC and they weren't in a relationship previously, mostly to see how it would be or if it would change their feelings towards the MC.

Cassie has had both relationships and flings. She's quite experienced.

4. Have any of them been in love before?

Nix has, to the point of risking their reputation by having sexual relations with that person...

Elia also has, but it never went beyond stolen glances.

Hayden came close once with an affair, but saw afterward that this person would do nothing but break their heart. Besides, they also have a crush on the MC.

New era:

Taylor only had a childhood crush. Cassie has had one before, but either got disappointed or it wasn't as strong as she thought it would be.

5. What do they want, need, dread to hear?

Hayden: Someone who truly stands by their side, even with their countless flaws. Be loyal in friendship or more. That someone loves them, takes care of them truly. And they dread hearing that they are horrible and selfish from someone they love.

Cecilia: To help and improve things in Petrus and Darian, for everyone. Make real changes. And she needs someone to support her. She dreads hearing that she has failed, both in her duties and in helping others.

Elia: To help people, heal them, save them. They need someone to stop them once in a while; they strive too hard and care too much. They fear they won't be able to save or help anyone.

Caio: To go to Valian or learn more about Faerie culture. He needs a sense of belonging because he doesn't think it will be in Petrus and with his family. He fears he'll have to abandon these desires because of the loyalty he has to the family.

Tyler: Revenge. They need someone to stop them or help them... And they fear they won't be strong enough to do what they want to do in the future.

Nix: Freedom, where they can be themselves, with people they love, without the burden of being an Arren. They need someone by their side, take care of them, and ensure that everything will be okay. They fear being given to any high-ranking noble as a piece of meat, without love, without freedom.

New Era:

Taylor: Someone to come back to. They need someone to love them as intensely as they do. They fear they won't be able to protect people, especially those they love...

Cassie: A home, whether in a group of friends, a partner, or not. Someone who will be with her, who will be her other half. Being alone, and losing those she cares about.

6. If not too spoiler-y, do they have a dream/aspiration?

Some of them I already mentioned above, but Elia aims to be the best healer and help as many people as possible; Tyler wants to be the best or strong enough to fight with other experienced elementals. Nix would like to learn more in Devorn and Valian, two other kingdoms.

Taylor: To have a family and ensure the protection of people, peace.

Cassie: To travel, explore, love, home.

7. Worst fear? (about this one, I'm also curious about the King, Eleazar, and Alexandra)

Some I have already mentioned above. But in the case of the king: Losing the reputation of power that he and his family have.

Hayden: Seeing the person they love die or knowing about their death.

Nix: Seeing their people or knowing about their extermination, as well as their family.

Caio: Cecilia's death.

Eleazar: Failing in teaching and training with the MC, and them being killed.

Alexandra: That the MC would eventually become as cruel and ruthless as Eleazar's father and his predecessors.

For Blood Legacies:
8. How was Hayden's mother, did she love her children? Was she affectionate to them both?

Yes, she loved them. But she wasn't that affectionate, just more of the type to make sure they behaved and were examples.

9. What did Serah think of Hayden's crush on the MC? Did she talk about it to Hayden? What did she think about the MC and MC's family? Did she believe that MC killed the bear by themselves?

Serah believed that the MC might have killed the bear alone, but with some help. She talked about it with Hayden, finding it cute but cautioned against being seen together as it could lead to problematic rumors. She didn't trust the MC's family, viewing the rivalry between the houses as troublesome and being cautious in dealing with them, fearing they might rebel against the kingdom.

In the same vein, Cecilia, Caio, and their parents considered the bear incident a significant mistake, showing disrespect and lack of consideration towards the MC's family and the MC. They believed that the king's failure to fulfill his promise of reinforcements for Eleazar was disappointing. They also viewed Marin's fight and Serah's interruption as impulsive, reckless, and foolish actions by the crown princess.