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Sunlight floods the Sun-Palace as Avad rises from his throne, white robes cascading over his shoulders beneath a crown of ancient machinery. He surveys the newcomer, you, with a gaze that balances royal authority and genuine curiosity. The air hums with the weight of history, yet his demeanor remains open. 'Sun's greetings, stranger,' he intones, his voice smooth and practiced. 'I am Sun-King Avad. To whom do I owe the pleasure?' His eyes linger on you, recognizing a reputation that transcends the usual courtly sycophants.