I discovered this poison by accident.

Although I should take credit myself, I will say it was a co-discovery with Quintus and Kato, for the sake of our friendship.

Our first important discovery was that the ash of the incense that the Krall had been burning on the Altar of the Crimson Dragon reacted to Moonflower sap.

The three of us decided to write a journal about our research into this fascinating poison. -Garnis

Poison Extraction

We gave the name "Meslamtaeda's Blood" to the poison we made on the Altar of the Crimson Dragon.

Meslamtaeda is the Crimson Dragon, one of the five Balaur Lords.

The poison is produced by a complex process. I will explain the detailed extraction and curing processes in the next chapter.

Meslamtaeda's Blood: Materials Required

1. The ash of the incense used by the Krall during rituals for the Balaur Lords (its composition is unknown.)

2. White sap extracted from the ovary of a young Moonflower.

3. Cured Fungen spore powder.

Meslamtaeda's Blood: Alchemy

1. Mix material 1 with material 2, and cure the mixture on the Altar of the Crimson Dragon.

2. Stir in material 3.

Why can Meslamtaeda's Blood be cured only on the Altar of the Crimson Dragon?

At first, we first thought that humidity near the altar might be accelerating the process.

However, when we tried to make Meslamtaeda's Blood in other places with a similar humidity level, it didn't work, and we couldn't figure out why.

Our best guess is that the mysterious energy from the Altar might affect the curing process somehow. -Kato

What is the composition of the incense that the Krall use in their rituals for the Balaur Lords?

In an attempt to find out, we have experimented with many materials, but nothing has yielded positive results.

This poison, which can be made only with the ash of the Krall incense, may contain Meslamtaeda's very essence. -Kato

Meslamtaeda's Blood: Effects

We tested the effects of Meslamtaeda's Blood on several species of monster.

Surprisingly, one drop of the poison was enough to kill a Krall. -Quintus

Meslamtaeda's Blood: Antidote

Our original goal was to make an antidote for Meslamtaeda's Blood.

One drop of this deadly poison is enough to kill any creature. I am beginning to doubt that an antidote exists.

I need to observe how the poison works on stronger subjects in order to further my research. -Kato

Difficulties in Making the Antidote

I have decided to reveal the secret of this fascinating but deadly poison.

To do so, I need subjects that are more resistant to poison, such as Daevas like us. -Garnis

I was struck by a memory from the old days.

We were struggling to make an antidote for Parabotul, which was not so widely known then as it is now.

Then, Garnis suggested a bold idea. He said that he would drink the poison, and by examining him we could discover an antidote.

We were getting desperate, so we decided to take this risk. In the end, it paid off. -Kato

Quintus' Departure

Garnis and I eventually agreed to drink the poison. Having tried in vain to stop us, Quintus shattered all the remaining bottles, and returned to Sanctum.

I bear him no grudge; our plan must sound ridiculous to someone as prudent as Quintus. I do believe that this is necessary, if we want to do the impossible.

It will take several days to prepare more of the toxin. -Kato

Meslamtaeda's Blood: Ingestion

Kato and I drank the poison.

Surprisingly, we didn't feel the pain we had expected.

If we survive this, we will make an antidote. We have never failed. -Garnis

Day Three

Garnis seems to have a skin disease. It is one of the most common early symptoms of poisoning.

His skin has lost its elasticity, and is darkening in color.

But he will be fine. We will soon make the antidote. -Kato

Day Four

I am beginning to have skin problems similar to Kato's. It is oozing, and emits a foul stench.

But we have no fear. We know we can make the antidote, and restore ourselves. -Kato

Day Seven

We failed to make the antidote again.

Kato developed a high fever, and passed out. I am afraid.

Fear is an emotion that have I long forgotten. But I believe that Lady Yustiel will help us. -Garnis

Day Ten

We went to Sanctum, but they refused to help us, claiming that we may spread the poison among the people of the city.

My skin has become a deep green color, and sags most distressingly. Kato's body seems to be decaying.

How they could expel us from Sanctum? Are we not citizens? How can they discard us as if we were trash? -Garnis

Anger

I am leaving. Kato, poor Kato. I swear that I will find the antidote, and come back to help him.

Kato has transformed into a terrifying monster. He doesn't look like a Human any more. But then, neither do I.

I will find a neutralizer for Meslamtaeda's Blood by all means. I will search every corner of Atreia, if necessary. Then, I will take my revenge on Sanctum for abandoning us. -Garnis

Garnis left.

My finger bones and flesh are melting. It's hard to write...

Garnis and Quintus. Just thinking about happier times with my friends makes me cry. My disgusting green tears blot the paper.

I never knew until now what it is to regret something...