The Path Of Harmony

Speak with Lan Cho Puregrace about the Way of Harmony. - Interview Lan Cho Puregrace

Lan Cho Puregrace looks at you with serene eyes, and speaks: "Honor to your family and to yourself, Tranquil." "I am Lan Cho, and I will guide you in understanding the Way of Harmony." You say, "I have known of the Way since my childhood, Lan Cho." "Yes, but now you must learn what it means to put it into practice. We will speak of this further, as teacher and student." "This education is a backdrop to a larger case - that of two families on the verge of war with one another."

Quest Offering Lan Cho Puregrace looks and you with serene eyes and speaks: "Honor to your family and to yourself, (name)." "I am Lan Cho, and I will guide you in understanding the Way of Harmony." You say, "I have known of the Way since my childhood, Lan Cho." "Yes, but now you must learn what it means to put it into practice. We will speak of this further, as teacher and student." "This education is a backdrop to a larger case - that of two families on the verge of war with one another." Lan Cho Puregrace You ask, "What more need I learn about the Way of Harmony?" Lan Cho says one word, "Awaken." You ponder this a moment, then say, "I do not understand." Lan Cho nods and says, "The Way of Six Steps is more than a philosophy, (name)." "It is a means of living that brings the most benefit to the most people. Far from the rhetoric of serving the Empire and the Emperor, one who follows the Way and the Path does little harm to others, and little harm to themselves." "You begin with Harmonious Outlook. Chihoni the Augur says that entering all situations with the right attitude and understanding of consequence will result in harmony for all. If you possess luck, you will speak with the Augur herself." "You continue with Harmonious Intent. Desiring to work in Harmony and for the betterment of all who walk, swim, fly and crawl results in great benefit for yourself. Understanding this brings peace in a world of war." "Next is Harmonious Speech. Speaking only to bring together that which is broken is the highest goal. With our poetry, we can rend as well as mend. Those who are on the Path and the Way know this and seek to control their words to that which is necessary, and no more." "Harmonious Action is that which confounds the brightest scholar and the most noble warrior. Often, the right action is no action at all. Understand that harmonious action is that which is minimal to success." "Harmonious Effort is not the same as Harmonious Action. A constant striving for Harmony will result in the success of the person who seeks to understand. Too often, this is the step on the Way that causes most to falter." "And finally, for those who seek to understand, is Harmonious Station. Knowing your place in this world is more than many can hope for, and you have a gift of great value when you know your place in society. For the adventurer, like yourself, this is the step on the Way that comes hardest. I can offer no guidance on this step, as your Station is mutable like water." "Those who follow the Way of Harmony live in a realm of emotion and reason. There will always be external influence to push and pull on your mind." You ask, "Do you have any wisdom on how to resist such influences?" Lan Cho replies, "Awaken your inner being, and know this: water flows and stone is unyielding. Where the water flows, the stone is covered, and carved and shaped. Be like stone, be steadfast, and by the strength of your resolve, allow yourself to be shaped and covered and carved. Then you will know you are in Harmony." Quest Completion Lan Cho speaks: "Awaken, spirits, and understand that Juritor (name) needs to learn." "Guide us, spirits, guide us, gods, and understand what Juritor (name) must do." "In this, and all things, Harmony in the face of strife." (continue) Lan Cho pauses, then continues: "The family Sixfish and the family Seadragon have both had a member of their family murdered. Naturally, each blames the other." "Your first task is to resolve this dispute, then to uphold the law." "After this, you will use your inner eye to aid you in learning the truth in this matter." "Finally, you shall argue your case in front of the Magistrate." "Let us begin your investigation."