(Meanwhile, in the wider universe, the Great Clan Gods)
The failed attempt to assassinate Mauriss weighed heavily on the Great Clan Gods, as it left them in a constant state of unease, as they felt uncertain of when the Deceiver might choose to retaliate.
On one hand, the attempt proved that Mauriss was no Soron, and that together they possessed enough strength to overwhelm him if necessary, even in the presence of an origin metal weapon.
Yet on the other hand, Moltherak's brazen involvement, and the manner in which they ultimately chose to retreat, told a very different story.
A story of how at their core, most of them were cowards despite being Gods.
And a story of how they had all grown overly reliant on the 'alliance' to cover for their weaknesses, rather than they themselves growing stronger to make up for it.
"I don't get it…. I used to be so fearless in my prime?
I wasn't afraid of getting stabbed… or taking twenty enemies at once.
