Anatomist wrote:'Seems a good idea to me, the exorcism that is..' Michael Rev lights a cigarette 'but, it would have to be once we get to a safe place then thousands of meters over the earth, dont you think?' 'and is there any way to protect us from a body umping evil spirit like this seems to be?' 'necklace of garlic or something?'
The cleric smiles wolfishly and says;
"Hah! I dare say sellers of garlic bulbs would say 'yes this will protect you from all evils' but the reality is that you will need a bit more of a robust defence than a few herbs and spices. They are, of course tied deeply in mythology, both ancient and more modern, for instance Mr. Stokers romantic dramatisation of legends concerning vampires. Utter tosh if you ask me but then again....? For instance some doctor friends of mine tell me that they believe that there is something in herbs such as garlic that can help with certain diseases such as blood disorders, but that is beyond my ken and I remain sceptical.
"I would never consider, unless as last resort, doing any such rite on anything but terra firma. I would also do whatever I could to safeguard those connected with our group before even approaching such a decision. I will tell certain group members of any such plans of course, those who can be discrete." He nods knowingly towards the detective a look of faint disaproval on his face.
