expand_less Kabir’s“The handsancient werevolumes clenchedbegin aswith heThe approachedInfinity of Nakana. In it, we learn that Nakana was birthed from the sanctum.World EachFlower.” stepKabir onsaid.
    “And what, exactly, is the marbleWorld pathFlower?”
    leading“The upWorld toFlower is most notably the doors,cradle whichof werecreation. meticulouslyIt ingrainedis withnot imagesonly Nakana’s birthplace, but each spec of theits Corepollen Beings,is seemeda tolife, reverberateand witheach doubt.petal Hea pausedworld.”
    “You keep using terms such as ‘birthed’ and ‘birthplace’. I believe the literal translation of the text is ‘emerged’ though,” a judge noted.
    “You...umm...that’s true…” Kabir stammered, his footstepmind echoedfuriously onracing through the lastnumerous steplines leadingof totext in his mind. “But with the Highline Tribunal.‘And Itso Nakana was timeemerged as the First’, there is some debate as to stepthe insidetranslation. I...I think it was Sahil the Wise who commented that the root for ‘emerged’ can also be ‘birthed’ or ‘born’, and showas such the courtline notcould justbe whatread heas knew,‘And butso whatNakana hewas understood.the Kabirfirst closedborn’. hisI eyesagree with this translation because it helps to solidify one of Nakana’s Principles of Life, in which she says later that ‘the outward spiral is all. It is life. It is truth. It is the pursuit in life to seek truth, and slowlyas inhaled.such is neverending.’
He    thoughtA backsilence, deafening to Kabir, filled the firstchamber timeas the judges turned towards each other to exchange furtive looks. “Very well. Continue.” A thin judge sporting crimson robes said. Kabir could swear he caught the flash of a wry smile from him.
    “Thank you, Magistrate. Let’s see...Nakana came to our world at the dawn of the Magic Era, and discovered a place teeming with all sorts of life. As described in Chapter III, she was presentedso astounded by our world that she started rotating around as she walked so she could take in the beauty of it all. It was this pattern that caused the outward spiral, sometimes referred to as ‘Nakana’s Steps’, to be so closely associated with the Coregoddess.
    Texts;“It tomesdid not take long before Nakana realized that lookedthere largerwas thanalmost himtoo atmuch around her to take in. Her desire for knowledge was clearly insatiable. To this end, Nakana knew she needed help. She needed someone or something to not only aid her in her discoveries of this world, but also needed them to advise and guide her from being overwhelmed. Chapter IV states that, ‘The First One went into a garden as large as the time.Sapphire StartingExpanse, filled up with flowers. She spent many moons searching the garden, and found one that suit her liking. The Infinitychosen plant was the smallest of all the flowers, but contained the most petals. Nakana knelt down next to the plant and readingwhispered histhe wayTruth throughto Theit, Justiceand oflo, Suragnithe wasflower grew into the sturdy form of a monumentalman. feat.The Howpetals, couldtoo henumerous masterto thesecount, volumesextended outwards to impressarms. Nakana smiled at her creation, and deemed him Abdesh, the HighThoughtful Tribunal?Scribe.’
    As“Abdesh ifuses onhis cue,many Kabir’sarms fatherto appearedact behindas him,a stillcollector smellingof knowledge. While one side writes down all he sees and knows, the other set of spices.arms Inholds on to all of the dimscrolls candlelight,of parchment he lookedhas moreever bearwritten. thanHe man,is KabirNakana’s thought.closest Ametconfidant strokedand hisadvisor.
    hands“Nakana throughand hisAbdesh longtraveled grayingtogether beardfor asyears, hechronicling lookedall pastthey Kabir,encountered easilyand recognizinglearned, theand bookssoon piledran highinto intheir frontfirst adversary of sorts. It was Vis’Ra, a titan with a small band of loyal followers. Vis’Ra was destructive and chaotic, as all the titans were, but unlike his son.brethren, HisVis’Ra largewas handsclever stoppedand touchingcunning. While his beardsiblings used their power merely for entertainment or sport in this new world, Vis’Ra claimed that true power came from controlling others, and heto lockedcontrol eyesothers withyou Kabir.must Ametknow didthem notinside wearand hisout. emotionsVis’Ra onlistened to his sleeve,subjects, norbut didnot hein knowa muchcompassionate apartway. He listened to gain knowledge. In fact, Vis’Ra’s source of power was actually from his ownfollowers world.and Itwho he was aable traitto influence.  As Nakana’s path crossed with Vis’Ra’s, Abdesh advised against traveling down that helpedroad. himNakana excelcontemplated inthis thecourse negotiationof action, but decided to meet Vis’Ra head on. Before long, Nakana and salesAbdesh encountered Vis’Ra and his clan. Vis’Ra was quick to surmise Nakana’s power and wisdom, and attempted to convince her to join his cause. Nakana refused, but noted that Vis’Ra was able to seek his path of spices.truth Itshould he wish. This interested Vis’Ra, as his own clan was alsoonly aso traitmentally that,simulating. overThe pair started to debate the coursemeanings of truth and the search for it while their respective compatriots watched and listened.”
    “And what is this known as?” The saffron judged asked as he leaned forward.
    “The First Debate, sir.” Kabir quickly replied. The judge leaned back in his life,seat builtonce aagain.
    wall“The arounddebate himwent stoneon byfor stone,what untilsome Ametscholars rarelybelieved spokewere unlessnumerous itlifetimes.” wasKabir necessary.continued, Amet’s“Nakana eyesand grewVis’Ra wetargued and tearsdiscussed drippedbeneath intoboth histhe beardsun likeand the nearbystars. candleOver wax.time, HeVis’Ra placedfelt himself grow tired. Being a callousedtitan, handthis onwas hisnot eldesta sonfeeling beforehe tellingwas Kabiraccustomed into. nothingFrom morethe thancorner aof whisper,his “Ieye, amVis’Ra proudnoticed some of you”.his
He thoughtclan backlosing interest or, worse yet, agreeing with Nakana. This caused Vis’Ra to beingboth inargue classmore afterrelentlessly aas particularlywell arduousas nightfeel a tiny kernel of studyingpanic. TheAs Truthsmore and more of Raijyuhis. Anfollowers electricleft, debateVis’Ra brokegrew outweaker overand theweaker. meaningIn a cry of outrage, he asked Nakana why she would do this text,to specificallyhim. Nakana looked confused. As Chapter VIII states, ‘Nakana rested a hand on the linestitan “Itand issmiled onlyas whenshe spoke. Our paths are the dustsame, fallsbut fromdifferent. You talk to gain power and influence. I talk to understand and seek truths. You were talking to argue and win, while I was talking with an open mind. I was not arguing, Vis’Ra of the Bloodied Canyon, so I would never win on your eyesterms. But I would also never lose.’ And with that, Vis’Ra crumbled to dust and ash. Nakana rose and noted that youone canfollower trulyremained. see”.This Interpretationsfollower heatedwas upVis’Ra’s themost roomloyal, moreand thanhis Suragni’sdefeat flames.shook Asher to the argumentscore. diedNakana down,took her in a warm embrace, expressing concern for her loss, before whispering the teacherTruth lookedto her. The follower stared at Kabir.Nakana
“You didn’tbefore speakpleading upto much,follow Kabir.her Isand thereonly anythingher. Nakana said that is not your path, but I shall bless you wishwith toa share?new Whatname doas you thinklearn about your path. Vis’Ra’s former follower became Raijyu, the lineIllusion’s means?”Truth.”
    Kabir’s“And breathwhy caughtis inher hisepithet throat.this way?” The restviolet ofjudge theasked.
    class“Because her world was waitingshattered, forsir. aShe response.learned Kabirthat stoodwhat uponce andis wipedmight hisnot clammybe handswhat onit hisalways trousers.will
“Raijyu constantlybe. focusesEverything onchanges, whatbut isthe realTruth orand the pursuit of it is what is true.real. ManyRaijyu is the most vocal about the Truth and how to go about obtaining it because of her chaptersprevious seemobsession towith revolveVis’Ra aroundthe thistitan. I think Raijyu could be seen as almost maniacal and zealous in her pursuit of findingthe outtruth.” Kabir responded. This statement sparked raised eyebrows with the truthcrimson judge as the rest of the matterquartet -”mumbled amongst themselves for a minute. Kabir’s breath quickened.
“She    talks“Very aboutwell,” illusionsAn moreoverweight though!”judge Awearing nearbya classmatenavy chimedblue in.turban
“True,” Kabirgruffly continued,said. “And that’swhat of Suragni?”
    “Suragni does not appear until the point.final Hervolume pursuitof isthe truthCore andTexts knowledge,because butshe itwas isthe alllast coveredone byto illusions.learn It’sthe like…”Truth.” Kabir searchedcontinued. for“After the rightFirst words.Debate, “It’sthe likeCore aBeings mirrordid coverednot incross dust.paths It’suntil onlysome whentime youlater, wipewhere it awayis written that youthey canencountered seeeach whatother youon wantthe toeve see.of TheVis’Ra’s dustdemise. isThis alltime, ofit this:”was KabirRaijyu gesturedthat aroundhad him.amassed “Thisquite world.the Whatfollowing. weIn see.fact, Thethe dustAshen isstill ourexist reality.to It’sthis onlyday, whenalthough wethey acceptare thatmostly secluded to the pursuitCaldera Peaks and legendary City of truthDust now. Anyway, Nakana and truthAbdesh itselfwere iscrossing the onlyTorrid thingExpanse, that’swhere actuallythey realencountered thatRaijyu weand canher beginfollowers. As Raijyu explains in Chapter VI of The Truths of Raijyu, ‘My path has led me to becomenowhere, knowledgeable.”surrounded Kabirby satnothing. down,It fidgetingis inhere hiswhere, seatlike asgrains of sand combining to something more, we shall stay to learn everything.’ Scholars indicate this became the restnotorious City of Dust, but even Sahil the classWise mumbledhas quietlymixed aboutfeelings whaton heif the City is real or just said.a Themetaphor teacherfor smiled.what
Kabir openedRaijyu hiswas eyestrying to build.
    “Anyway, Nakana and exhaled.Abdesh Therecrossed waspaths nowith moreRaijyu studying.and Therethe wasfirst noof morethe interpreting.Ashen. ThereNakana was onlyimpressed with the knowledgepath heRaijyu hadhas rightfollowed now.and Hewhat steppedshe insidehas built. Raijyu, who over the sanctumyears grew great respect and reverence for Nakana, bowed to her. One of Raijyu’s pupils was surprisedshocked at howthis littleact, soundfor thereshe was.had grown to be as devout and loyal to Raijyu as Raijyu has once been to Vis’Ra. The circularstudent chamberconfronted hadRaijyu aabout domedher ceiling,actions, completeand Raijyu started to argue back, but Nakana intervened. Nakana took the devotee to sit with her under a detailednearby paintingpalm oftree. What occured was the CoreSecond Beings.Debate, Marbleand pillarsis rosethe likebridge palebetween treesThe onTruths eitherof sideRaijyu  and The Justice of anSuragni. 
    elongated“While woodenit benchis wheresaid fourthat judgesAbdesh’s sat.hands Theygrew eachweak woreand coloredfeeble robesfrom representingrecording eachall of the information in the Second Debate, the details of what was actually said seem to be murky. Sahil the Wise states that the Second Debate is what solidified Suragni’s place as a Core Beings,Being, butwhile allVeer worethe azureObservant scarves.says Theythat alsothis appearedcorrelation haggarddoes withnot age.occur
until“Come now,their boy.”return Ato judgeRaijyu and the rest of the Ashen. What we do know is that the pupil Nakana debates with also receives the Truth, and that her Path is a saffroncombination turbanof exclaimed,Nakana’s “stepwisdom, intoRaijyu’s loyalty, and the centerpupil’s ringown fiery sense of justice. Raijyu’s pupil becomes elevated, just like she was on that day many years ago, and introduceis yourself.”given
“I-I amthe Kabir,name sonSuragni of Amet.”the
“Ah, Calm Fire. This is also the spicemaster’smoment son.”where TheSuragni samesets judgeherself said,apart playingfrom withthe hisAshen mustache.and “Proceed.”walks her own Path. Both Nakana and Raijyu smile as someone else now knows the Truth and goes on to enact it.
“I    “Suragni’s path is one of trust, honor, and judgement. As she states in...umm...Chapter II of The Justice of Surgani, ‘In my travels I have studiedcome to recognize the Corerelationships Textsbetween forTruth 400and days,Trust. They are forever connected, forever linked, as traditionone dictates.needs Ithe comeother beforeto the...thesurvive. HighThe TribunalPath of Truth depends on trust in the Path. One must honor that trust to proclaimsteadily mywalk knowledgein the steps of the CorePath, Beingsfor he who judges harshly shall be harshly judged’. In much of The Justice of Suragni, Suragni evokes the insight that Nakana displays while wrapping in the devoutness she showed to Raijyu. All of that is topped off with Suragni’s white-hot passion for allnot only walking the Path, but also for dispensing judgement and justice on those who do not.”
 
Magic Outro / Transition to hear.”Nature
 
“We expectThe greatpanel thingsof judges whispered among themselves fervently as Kabir stood in the sanctum trying to get his palms to stop sweating.
“Your knowledge of you,that Kabir,era sonis…acceptable.” The violet judge said with a wave of Amet.”her hand. “What is your interpretation on the BLANK?”
 
A brief moment of silence filled the chamber.
“Hmm. Impressive.” An overweight judge wearing ana embroiderednavy violetblue shawlturban declared.gruffly “Now,said.
please“I believe we are ready for your recitation on the Natural Era.” The violet judge said. “Please begin.”