Path to Paean

Star the Steel Python bade farewell to Joshua, unable to retort against the warrior's stance until the end. Ultimately, none could know matters of the future, and godhood was not the only path to greatness—itself being one of the finest examples, not a god, and yet far powerful than one.

"That friend of yours, the powerful psionic named Nostradamus—or a spellcaster, as he is known in your world."

Before parting, Star passed two more treasures wrapped in energy bubbles to Joshua. "He isn't you and hence could neither see nor interact with me, but he certainly aided my children and killed the Void Mother alongside you… These are his rewards, I hope you could deliver them to him."

"Of course. I believe he'll be delighted." Joshua handily put them away and wrapped the two energy bubbles in Steel Strength, binding them to his side and smiled. "Well, see you next time."

"Ha… See you next time."