Then you must be willing to fight," Mircea responded. "Life is not a gift, Raphael; it's a challenge. Rise to it!

And why not?” “You know why! This is a bad idea.” “Perhaps I like a challenge.” “Perhaps you’re a glutton for punishment!” “Perhaps I am in love.

He wasn't that good looking, he had the social skills of a wet cat and the patience of a caffeinated hummingbird

No they called it the Codex Merlini because it was written by a guy named Ralph.

I’d have been dead a long time ago if not for my friends, one of whom had just jumped off the cliff after me. I’d have been a lot more appreciative if he hadn’t pushed me first." ~Cassandra Palmer

War mages ordered, threatened and bitched. They didn't deal.

Louis-Cesare. It's good to finally have you in hand.