Elsewhen
The robed men sat around the well, watching the waters which revealed to them their agent's whereabouts.
"It seems as if this "Michael Ringo" will be an excellent choice for our earthly agent."
"Yes, but is he strong enough to stand up to the forces he is intended to control?"
"His physical strength should hold up. The question should be will his mind be able to handle the strain of dealing out vengeance?"
"Enough! His mental acuity should serve him well. It is one of the reasons why he was chosen."
"Yes, but what of the Prophet?"
"The Prophet has been detained elsewhere. We have seen to that. The Order will not trouble us."