Yes, well, there's no need to describe it in such delightful terms.
[ But it's a short complaint, especially since the bulk of what Gale has to say is far more important. Astarion doesn't really enjoy sympathizing with others, but even he has to admit it's a hard decision to have to make, whether to keep his powers or stay safe. Perhaps he's willing to consider it because, in a way, it wasn't too different from having to decide whether to sacrifice his siblings or just stay a spawn forever. ]
You're stuck choosing between power and safety. [ Astarion is taking this seriously. His tone has dipped lower, his words slow as he considers the choice laid out before Gale. ] Could you do it? Forego magic entirely, to know you won't explode?
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Yes, well, there's no need to describe it in such delightful terms.
[ But it's a short complaint, especially since the bulk of what Gale has to say is far more important. Astarion doesn't really enjoy sympathizing with others, but even he has to admit it's a hard decision to have to make, whether to keep his powers or stay safe. Perhaps he's willing to consider it because, in a way, it wasn't too different from having to decide whether to sacrifice his siblings or just stay a spawn forever. ]
You're stuck choosing between power and safety. [ Astarion is taking this seriously. His tone has dipped lower, his words slow as he considers the choice laid out before Gale. ] Could you do it? Forego magic entirely, to know you won't explode?