That is the means with which Nikador sent messages to those who follow him, yes. Though I did not think you would know as much-- ( Which means he must have, but Mydei would remember having launched a spear at Okhema with a message attached in the thunder, especially if it meant the Flame Reaver had returned. And while Krateros may disagree with his choice, he is still a man of Kremnos. He would not lie to Phainon unless he truly wished to face down Mydei's wrath.

His steps still, waiting for Phainon to catch back up with him, though he does not make to move again, catching the other man's gaze. )

Don't be so eager to take me for a fool and a madman, Deliverer. My memory remains as sharp as ever.

( There is no doubt that he hasn't simply forgotten; he would remember crossing fists with the being again. Mydeimos still remembers the way that Phainon had shielded the blade of that thing from striking true into his back, as if the Flame Reaver had known the one place that would send his soul into the netherworld with no return. Running a hand through his hair, Mydei casts his mind back for some... understanding of how this came to be. Castorice had not made mention of being elsewhere when they'd met here, nor acted like she had found that which she'd sought, which-- )

How long has it been since I left?