[ And Akechi appreciates the intel, of course, but it's gunny to note that he's come to appreciate Amos's presence, too. It may have been reason for suspicion at first, but the man really is as easygoing as they come, just playing along in earnest with Akechi's potentially questionable ideas. ]

The Harbinger Oracle is the one I've been able to gather the most intel on so far. [ Since the trial was broadcast and all. ] It demanded sacrifice after sacrifice, and I hear our side took the brunt of casualties. I don't imagine that must have made for a very good impression.

But, between that and the Exalt, I'd wager we could have better odds of persuading the Harbinger. If it truly was a matter of sacrifice, then perhaps we could raise the bar, so to speak.

[ They should blow up a Meri this time around! That probably racked up their points by a lot!! ]