Hmm... it would logical to go about this carefully, and it would seem option A would be the lesser of two evils... However, I feel pragmatism is needed in a situation like this. While what you said about the "Nightmare" may be true, it would only allow us a glimpse into the Abyss. If we're going to attempt this, I say we go for broke. If we find a living host, while it may be dangerous, and potentially dangerous everyone in the dojo, it rewards could be worth the risk. Just getting another glimpse at the Abyss... I can hardly imagine it. A part of me doesn't want to imagine it at all. So, if you are willing, we should go for Option B. All we need is a host, though it seems unlikely we'll get someone who will do it willingly... Friend, it's likely we will both lose parts of ourselves if we go through with this. Are you willing to continue? [spoiler]Someday you will have to tell me your story about the fire... I have a rather interesting tale about my dealings with the darkness, if you would care to swap tales.[/spoiler]