7060/The Light: Lord Thunder

The Light: Lord Thunder
Date of Scene:	28 March 2019
Location:	Unknown
Synopsis:	Lex Luthor and Doctor Doom visit with Black Adam and invite him to the Light.
Cast of Characters:	Black Adam, Doctor Doom, Lex Luthor

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Black Adam has posed:
The commuications came and went through diplomatic Channels with Pharoh Teth-Adam, the god-king of Kahndaq speaking to Victor Von Doom Lord of Latveria about matters that would be of mutual benefit. Finally permission was given, and an invitation for Lord Doom, and guest was made, a particular flight path given for Doom and his 'friend' to take to a particular set of coordinates.

That is where Teth-Adam currently floats in the air a white and gold robe hanging loose and open on his shoulders fluttering in the wind, his arms crossed over the black uniform of Kahndaqs protector the lightning bolt emblazoned on his chest glowing faintly in time to Adam's heart beat..

Doctor Doom has posed:
Doctor Doom would appear at first glance to be in his usual garb, but one who is more observant would see his armor bears design differences from the standard fare that give it a subtle, more regal appearance. Likewise, his cloak bears more embellishment, is made of slightly more luxurious material. It isn't a huge change, but any leader worth their salt in the world of diplomacy should notice.

He flies ahead of Lex, and when he finds Adam at the proposed coordinates, he pulls up to a conversational distance, approaching the Pharoah in a 'standing' pose. "Greetings, Pharaoh Teth-Adam. My thanks for this meeting. Doom brings a peer in a Council of worldly powers - one that recognizes certain self styled 'heroes' pose a threat to true order and tranquility in the world. One Lex Luthor, American business-man and likeminded leader of men."

Lex Luthor has posed:
Normally, the LexWing would be used for visits. LexCorp is an international corporation, and Luthor is always looking for mutually beneficial arrangements. Normally.

This visit was anything but normal.

Still in the early days of development, the LexCorp warsuit that Luthor developed in the last year has a couple of variants. One of them being the stealth version that's flying in now. It's not nearly as armored as the assault variant, designed for low signature field work.

Still, it does have the signature green with purple and black accents. Eventually, he too comes into visual range at the proposed coordinates, and smoothly transitions into a hover mode, much like Doctor Doom does.

A mental command pulls back the faceplate of the armor, revealing Lex himself within the suit. "Greetings, Pharaoh Teth-Adam. I bring words of potential interest to you, if you would be open to a mutually beneficial accord among those with vision."

Black Adam has posed:
Black Adam gives a polite bow to Doctor Doom. "Lord Doom, welcome to Kahndaq. I will hear what your ally has to say but I give no promises other than the hospitality of my palace and safety within my borders for your visit." Teth-Adam replies, watching as the stranger approaches. "Ahh, so you are the creator of the suit that gave your Kryptonian protector so much trouble months back." he says as he studies both the suit and the man behind. "Follow, I have but one ruling task for today and refreshments are waiting for us. He says motioning for the two to follow as he flys from the border of the small country to it's capitol of Shiruta at a pace the two can follow.

Below the fields of Kahndaq are green and fertile filled with crops and cattle the, roads leading inland to a pristine city of only a few tens of thousands twin statues the size of The Collussus of Rhodes bent in supplication to a black and gold pryamid where a crowd of people have gathered in the wide square before the palace of Kahndaq two guards holding a post on either side of a man stripped bare from the waist up his body chained to the center of a bronze plate..

Doctor Doom has posed:
"Indeed." Doom intones to Black Adam, and nothing else. He flies along with the others, silent for the moment as he considers the tableau unfolding before him. The well tended country, the prosperity of its people, the monuments to Adam's successes.

Lex Luthor has posed:
Politics is something Lex is well versed in, as is the value of appearance. The faceplate slides back into place from the sides as the thrusters once again accelerate, and Lex follows behind. A slightly modulated voice comes from the helmet, "Very interesting, and very prosperous, Lord Thunder."

Black Adam has posed:
Black Adam lands in the cleared out square before the chained man. "I protect and guide my people. Hunger is unknown in Kahndaq, and crime almost non existant." he explains "Today is the mid week day, and as such it is a day of reflection, and judgement." he explains to the two men motioning to the prisoner. "This man, was one of five Qurac terrorists, that feel my people to be targets, that the existance of The Kahndaq people are an affront to their god. " he continues, the plaza reverbrating with his voice as he looks at the man.

"My land, is a land of law and honor, both of which he spit in the face of. And for this, there is but one punishment" he finishes taking several steps towards the man his right hand reaching out to rest on the beaten mans head. "Hasmaz" he speaks quietly a bolt of brilliant white lightning dropping from the clear blue sky Teth-Adam appearing to have vanished in the bright flash while it renders the prisoner to a burning skeleton still bound by the bronze chain and shackles. "Leave him there til the morrow" Teth-Adam commands a good five yards away from where he had been standing less than a quarter of a second ago.

My duties have been, taken care of, please come in." he invites motioning to the opening doors into the palace..

Doctor Doom has posed:
Doctor Doom watches impassively as the man is executed, himself being no stranger to the duties of a sovereign in his land and Adam will receive neither condemnation or praise for what a sovereign must do.

When they are invited in afterward, Doom speaks up at last, "It is a thing that requires work, real effort, a clear vision for the future. A pity so many are lacking in the commitment required to see it through, or the world over could be like our own nations." and he leaves it hang there. Ball's in Lex's court again.

Lex Luthor has posed:
The warsuits sensors are working overtime to generate a 3D map and scan everything in sight as Lex follows Black Adam within... and when he stops to hover in front of the mans execution, he plays back the data recorded about the bolt from the sky. Or at least he tries to. Magic was funny that way. Of course, magic was just energy that wasn't understood yet by science to a man like Lex... but he too doesn't say anything about it.

His land, his rules.

Once invited, he hovers along behind Black Adam, commenting, "I've intentionally stayed out of global politics to keep a neutral appearance... but I always find learning styles of rule to be fascinating."

Black Adam has posed:
Black Adam guides the two through the palace, black and white marble with accents of gold the main color palett, though displays of ancient relics recovered from the deserts of his country are also in evidence. Once down the main hall they pass through the throne room a large pillared hall with a throne of black basalt the white lightning bolt emblazoned on it's back, and through a rear door normally hidden by curtains to a sitting room where a servant paitently waits to serve.

"Please have a seat, make yourself comfortable. Shallah here understands english, so you may tell her of what refreshment you would care to drink." he adds taking a seat at the triangular table as Shallah moves to pour a dark black cup of steaming middle eastern coffee for the ruler of her country. "You may feel free to reveal yourself as well. Shallah tells no secrets.

Doctor Doom has posed:
Rumor has it that Doom is so horrifically disfigured, that he never allows anyone to see his face. Whether the rumor is true or not, he makes no move to remove his mask, doff his armor, or explain himself.

Refreshment, likewise, is not requested for himself; he allows his silence in that matter speak for itself. Instead, he wonders, "Are attempts at outside interference a frequent concern for Khandaq, Pharoah Teth Adam?"

Lex Luthor has posed:
As they enter the palace, Lex lands just outside the palace itself, a small metal 'thunk' easily heard. He smoothly transitions into walking behind Black Adam, fully encased. "Coffee will be fine. You seem like you might have interesting blends." Lex asks as he moves to sit in a chair.

Given the power behind his suit, it's a testament to his control at driving it that he's capable of doing so without shredding it... or maybe he's turned down the strength amplifier in it? "You certainly demonstrate the will to enact your vision."

Black Adam has posed:
Black Adam lounges, and shrugs. "The Korean pig, and Quarac dogs like to rattle their sabers and make attempts, but as of yet all they have done is cause minor disturbances with their spies and terrorists finding themselves turned into object lessons in the futility." he says calmly. "The U.N. has tried to place pressures upon my people as well, but through means that do not require a more physical interaction." he explains. "I am sure you have had similar issues with both The U.N. as well as your neighbors Lord Doom." He answers the servant moving to pour the strong coffee for Lex.

Years ago, when my false imprisonment at the hands of another was broken by Reed Richards, Kahndaq was ruled by a despot, a tyrant who cared nothing for the people. I had both the strength of arm, and vision to save and protect my people. It is Kahndaq that I care for, and for which I was given the power to protect." he replies to the buisnessman.

Enough with praise, be it heart felt, or false. What is it you plan, and as it was so colloquially put. What is in it for me?" he asks.

Doctor Doom has posed:
Masks do wonderful things with expressions - namely, hide them away from the entire world so that none may see when one is present upon the countenance. Hearing a particular name, Doom just sits there without moving, said expression hidden away so none may detect his grimace behind that mask. The mask looks like a resting dour face anyway, so there's that.

"It is, among other things, a means to network with like-minded individuals, people of wealth and power, for mutual protection and benefit. That is of course a very broadly put description; we share information, aid one each other's efforts, and - of course - gain insight into opportunities we might not otherwise." Doom states, his gaze shifting slightly toward Lex for anything he might wish to add.

Lex Luthor has posed:
"It is /beginning/ with a network of like-minded individuals." Lex clarifies gently as the right gauntlet of his suit takes the coffee mug. The bottom piece of his faceplate retracts, and he takes a sip... after his sensors analyze it for any foreign substances. "We are a group that seeks to bring progress and vision to our world... and eventually, our galaxy." Never let it be said Lex isn't ambitious.

"The so-called 'heroes' of our world do nothing but stagnate that progress, fooling the world into relying on their 'protection' instead of finding and earning the power to protect ourselves. The Alien being the greatest example of this."

Lex gestures around, "we offer a mutually beneficial alliance of peers who seek to break free of the status quo imposed upon our planet by fools with no long term vision."

Black Adam has posed:
Black Adam smiles setting down the coffee cup and leaning back in his chair. "Ahh, yes, Superman, the protector of Metropolis. I take it he has been somewhat of a.. Thorn in your side." he says in slightly amused tones. "This organization sounds like it may be interesting, and useful to all parties involved. Consider me invested in it's well being and success.? he states before locking his gaze on the businessman.

But tell me something Mr. Luthor. I am the protector of Kahndaq, the Shepard of my people. What is it about me that you find palatable when your Superman does so little of imposing his own will and might on your people? Many have called me a Tyrant in the foreign media. And what plans, changes or uses have you already made of your own affairs Lord Doom in regards to Latveria? I assume it is not just the might of world leaders you seek to consolidate in alliance, but also the resources our countries have at our disposal. ? He asks.

Doctor Doom has posed:
"Mm." Doom intones and nods his head at the clarification. "Latveria is peaceful, and like Kahndaq crime, poverty, hunger are a thing of the past among my people. Like you, I am hailed as a hero of my people, and like you, I am oft reviled as a villain by others. It is a matter of opinion, of course - there are plenty who would disagree with my methods out of weakness or some misguided sense of fair play or justice. They do not have the strength of character or will to do what must be done to see /true/ peace, /true/ prosperity."

"No, instead they would point fingers and tear down those who would see these things come to fruition. Some cannot help it; they have been fed full on lies and they are comfortable in their fat, complacent ignorance. Others are witting tools. Either way, they would stand against us and call us villains and criminals. What they do not expect, I think, is for those like us to pool together. With men such as Luthor, and yourself Teth-Adam, I could accomplish elsewhere what I have done in Latveria. Together, /we/ can."

Lex Luthor has posed:
"I've studied The Alien in my war against him and his kind over the years. One of the greatest lies he's managed to fool the world into believing is he doesn't impose his will on anything. He imposes his will all the time on our planet, all the while pretending to 'protect' us." Lex sips from the coffee mug again, before he shakes his head, "He has many in the world fooled in that way... but not me. I know him well, and one day, I will kill him when he won't be considered a martyr by the fools that worship him."

"You, on the other hand... are of our planet, and have the power and wisdom to stand up for yourself in a world fooled into believing these 'heroes' are good for us." Lex continues.

Black Adam has posed:
Black Adam nods, picking his cup of coffee back up and finishing the drink. "I see." he replies. "With that buisness out of the way I must bid you two to depart my borders unless you want to see the sights, there is buisness and my court I must attend to." he says setting his cup down and standing one arm gesturing back towards the door to the throne room.

Doctor Doom has posed:
Doctor Doom rises from his seat. "Another time, Teth-Adam. I shall reach out to you via the usual official channels and arrange a visit; and of course extend the same courtesy to you. Thank you for your hospitality, and your time."

Lex Luthor has posed:
There's a slight whirring from the warsuit as Lex stands and places what remains of his coffee on the table next to him, and the faceplate snaps back into place. "Then I look forward to discussing your inclusion at a later date, Lord Thunder." Lex gives a small nod, before he brings up a gauntlet, and out of the wrist pops a flash drive, which he places next to it, "all the relevant information you'll need to contact us, if you'd prefer to remain discreet."

He turns, and there are slight thumps as Lex starts to walk out to the main entry.

Black Adam has posed:
Black Adam picks up the device, looking it over. The Lord of Lightning doesn't know what it is, but he's not going to let that lack of knowledge be known. Instead he simply palms it for now. He'll have one of his advisors on modern history and technology inform him of what it is. "I will be in touch." he says as he moves to guide the two men back out to the front of the palace. His police force will keep a discreet eye on them if they stay in the country, but if they leave they'll not be as closely watched.