Confidential. Jade Brotherhood Eyes Only! ___ ## Security Log (cont'd.)—Prepared by Guard Hayao The outsider, a low-ranking member of the pirate band dubbing themselves "Aetherblades," approached the negotiation with the stated intention to bargain for some sort of technology. Shortly after discussions began, the pirate jumped up and brandished some sort of device in one hand and drew their sword with the other. The device sent a beam of energy toward one of the perimeter guards, dispelling the mesmeric energy around them, revealing them to be a disguised Kestrel spy. While four of our members leapt to contain the spy, detaining him quickly, the Aetherblade bared his fangs with a growl, yelling, "Treason!" and began to attack the nearest of our brothers. The charr are well known for their ferocity, and to his credit, the Aetherblade cut down three of our number before anyone could react. However, numbers won the day, and we were able to end the pirate's life quickly, then quietly disposed of the body. Our scouts report that the Aetherblades believe we still have their man in custody, and Chul-Moo has tentatively agreed to a meeting with their leader, an asura named Ankka. Chul-Moo believes the entire band of brigands is highly unstable, maintaining their ruse until they can devise an adequate contingency plan. As for the Kestrel, the spy has been imprisoned in one of the upper rooms across from the security room. Chul-Moo suspects that the spy knows more about these Aetherblades and their leader, and he wishes to glean everything he can from the treacherous tengu before making a decision on his fate.