Hello, Peora.

For what it's worth, I think my brother was trying to point out solely
that Sorin was not in the wrong with a little 'I told you so' to
Kinsarmar, over Raife. While most realize it's a dead issue, as you
said, there remain some comical ironies in the entire situation.

Had Sorin not plotted agaisnt Raife, ultimately causing Raife's
bitterness and willingness to leave, he would've never aligned himself
with the hoarde against the Mages, and stolen the jewels. Now don't get
me wrong, I am in no way defending Raife. As one who was once his
friend, i'm a bit shocked he'd join in league with such nasty little
creatures. You also point out the he had the motive, and obtained the
ability to enact his will. Sure, there is reasoning to the entire ordeal
now, however, there is not justification. Some might agree with his
deeds, and most will simply disagree and label him a wretch. Still,
others will simply laugh at the turn of events brought about by the
paranoia of one man, which created the bitterness of another man.

Ending, there's no need to ask Raife why he did it. Nothing at all
justifies his actions against the Mages. There was some combat between
his family and that of Sorins. That though, should've ended it. Some
Mages suffered, who had no reason to be involved. That, is that ultimate
source of the problem in Raife's actions.

When fighting a War, it is more noble to take out the enemy Commander if
you can, and spare the underlings.

Anarion Reopev

Penned by my hand on the 9th of Bellum, in the year 440 AD.