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| The Cave Tunnel; A Resting Haven | |
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| Tweet Topic Started: Jan 14 2010, 11:19 (402 Views) | |
| Cyberweasel89 | Jan 14 2010, 11:19 Post #1 |
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The wolf had led everyone to the cave, promptly entering and depositing its master on the ground just inside. The cave seemed to continue onward for quite a while, but the light from the entrance left it too dark just inside to see well enough. The light from the entrance did, however, make the area just inside a good place to camp in safety. The foliage and plants covering the entrance offered further safety. In fact, there was some faint evidence that the area just inside the cave's entrance had been used for a campsite once before. The evidence was faint, though, so no one had been there recently. Hmmm.... The wolf's master needed medical attention. Though healing magic and the medicine of the short elf would suffice in the short-term, the pink-haired lad would require a good bed and full medical attention to be able to continue traveling soon. As it did not have hands, the wolf left the fire-making to the others. The best it could do in its abilities was hunt for small animals later for dinner. He was a wolf, after all. |
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| Bobby | Jan 16 2010, 20:20 Post #2 |
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Noiweh figured the wolf, who had helped them, must have something in mind so she took a leadership role and said, "Everyone, follow that wolf." Kiur could barely stand, she kept tripping over herself. She was sure that the lack of power had nothing to do with the battlesuit itself but to the fact that the power cell she was using had been badly damaged when she installed it. She would need a replacement and had heard that there was a country somewhere in the colossal Lastol mountain range that had the supplies she needed. However she delayed this because she had heard what the elven woman had said about the Chain of Hearts and figured that something of that power would definitely help her find her wrongly-accused lover, Guwael. Noiweh saw Kiur staggering and offered to help her walk after the wolf and its master. Noiweh hoped the others would follow her. When she got into the cave, she started making a fire in the large back area so that her companions would be warm during the night. The presence of the trolls meant that either Vojh knew where they were or that they were near a troll village. Either option did not sound favorable. Kiur eased herself down to the ground in the cave and started taking off her battlesuit so she could repair it. She took out a necklace and opened the clasp. The smiling face of her former fiancé in a waterproof picture frame. She kissed the picture then put the clasp away and made a silent oath to find her lost lover.... Edited by Bobby, Dec 27 2012, 17:16.
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| True Red | Jan 19 2010, 20:40 Post #3 |
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Grunkit picked up the injured Aranel and carried him off as he followed the wolf. When he got to the cave, he was happy to get away from battle. He was already tired because of all the magic he had used and grew even more tired by carrying Aranel. As Noiweh began making the fire, Grunkit took watch at the entrance of the cave. Aranel, still conscious, dragged himself over to Noiweh. "Noiweh," Aranel asked, "Can you tell me what happened while I was unconscious? There was so much that happened. I see that the person who shot me is with us, Colton's back, Loading... is back, Fas is gone, Everyone is letting Grunkit travel with us, and there is a pink-haired boy and a wolf helping us now. Also, is this part of your clothing that is wrapped around my shoulder? I am glad that Loading... is back because he can help me with my injured shoulder, but what happened?" Grunkit overheard what Aranel said to Noiweh and tried to suppress a chuckle. He took a sip of mead and leaned on his scythe as he scoured the entrance for any possible enemies. |
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| Max | Jan 29 2010, 13:29 Post #4 |
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Lynn began standing near the cave's enterence, she quickly says "Well it's goodthing you guys have me with you, I am of course the guide and will decide where and when we go, so I think we will stay here for the time being." Not even listening to her, Loading approaches Aranel and begins to wrap his arm in gause. He asks as he pokes several spots with his finger, "Tell me if it hurts, I need to know how bad this is, okay?" Colton lay on the wall, he wanted to remain quiet, he hadn't been the nicest person last time the group was with him, and at his current state he would be unable to fight them. What he needed was a new way into the group's trust, and even more some new weapons. |
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| Cyberweasel89 | Jan 29 2010, 18:30 Post #5 |
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Once everyone had gathered, the wolf gave a snort, stepping over to the entrance and hopping out to hunt. Hopefully his master would be safe with these people. ((I've got something planned. Unless you guys want your characters to talk and get to know each other, I'll get it started. But a little conversation would be good. Loading and Colten have been missing for a long while, while Fas Gli is gone, and no one knows who Lynn or Kid are (though Kid is unconscious). In real life, that would result in a bit of catching up and getting to know people.)) |
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| Bobby | Jan 30 2010, 10:17 Post #6 |
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Kiur remained in the background throughout the discussion that was about to unfold ((strange sentence I know)). She didn't know these people and didn't want to deter her potential new friends from befriending her. Noiweh was amazed that Aranel could talk so much. She had never heard him ask so many questions in one speech before. She figured that the reason for it was that he had been unconscious for awhile. Noiweh responded, "Yeah, the stuck-up bitch over there shot you, but she hasn't done anything nasty since. And to be honest, she's a pretty decent fighter. I'm not sure what everyone else thinks of her, but I have mixed feelings." She continued, "When you were unconscious there were several fights that took place. This pink-armored woman in the corner there fought valiantly and I think she may be an asset to our group. We fought a metal stick being with a octagonal two-dimensional head that had magic powerful enough to best even Grunkit and the stick being also brought trolls with him. The pink-armored woman's armor was badly damaged in the fight and doesn't seem to be working effectively." She paused during her explanation to Aranel and said to Kiur, "What is your name, if I may ask?" Kiur spoke up, "My name is Kiur. I come from far away to search for my jilted lover whom I did something terrible to." The woman looked down in sadness. Noiweh shrugged, "Well that's Kiur, apparently. Anyway, Colton is back yes, but I still don't know why he left so suddenly, which kind of pisses me off, but whatever. The boy and the wolf happened to find a nice shelter for the night. Beyond that, I don't feel they deserve anymore credit. We had the fight handled, but they stormed in and stole our kills." Kiur couldn't help but speak up, "That boy saved my life! He deserves more than you give him credit for, smarmy elf." Noiweh was amused, "You think you have the right to speak? You aren't part of our nakama yet. Interesting, though, that you pick on me when I helped carry you in here." Turning back to Aranel she said, "That's humans for you." She shrugged again and waited to hear what the others had to say.... ((Noiweh has accepted Grunkit as part of the group.)) Edited by Bobby, Dec 27 2012, 17:17.
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| True Red | Feb 1 2010, 15:53 Post #7 |
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Aranel could tell that Noiweh thought that he talked too much. He even questioned why he did so himself, but then reasoned that he needed to know what happened. It was his duty to catch up, no matter what. He hated that he had fallen unconscious so easily and now needed Noiweh to help him. He wished that he could help her in some way. When Noiweh first responded, Aranel put a finger to his lips and replied, "Please don't have such ugly words come from such a beautiful mouth." Aranel figured that it was his job to prevent Noiweh from acting unbecoming. Listening to the rest of her explanation Aranel answered, "A lot of fights? Thank goodness you weren't harmed. I have never heard of that kind of being before. I doubt that is the last time that we will see him though." Aranel paused, listening to Kiur. "I hate it when duty prevents another from his or her duty. I suppose that we will help you, Kiur, as long as you help us do our duty." Then he paused again taking all of it in. "Thanks for filling me in, Noiweh. Okay, well, I see that we all have new companions. I suggest that we all get to know each other without interruption. We each need to know what everyone wants and what happened. Then, hopefully we can continue." He stopped to answer Loading's questions about pain. His shoulder was throbbing now. Then he continued, "I'll start. I am Aranel, an archer commander of the nation of Leilin-Kwin. I am the head of all sentries for that nation." "That's all well and good son, but the boy over there is unconscious. We should probably wait till he wakes up before we continue," said Grunkit who was keeping watch at the cave's entrance. Edited by True Red, Feb 1 2010, 17:59.
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| Cyberweasel89 | Feb 2 2010, 09:47 Post #8 |
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Whispers... The sound of whispering was coming from deeper in the cave tunnel... Not just a single whisper. It was more than one. It was almost like a whole crowd of people were whispering amongst one another. As the light from the fire cast dancing shadows upon the cave walls, the accompanying whispers from the darkness met for an eerie, forboding mood... The whispers, echoing off the cave walls and in great number, were steadily growing louder. As they neared, the campsite was met with a foul stink. It was a stink that could best be described as if a bucket of murky swamp water was left sitting in a mouldy wooden shack in the middle of a humid summer for several weeks. It was a stale, empty smell, like stagnant ground water of the highest caliber. And yet, no footsteps were heard. Not a step, not a pebble kicked, not even heavy breathing among the whispers. Instead, there was only the sound of the whispering. But if one focused, they could make out the sound of ragged wheezing, and perhaps the sound of something dragging along the ground. There was no hostility coming from deep within the cave, but the weight of the coming presence was enough to make a shudder run up and down one's spine... Then they appeared. At first only one stepped forward, out of the shadows beyond the campfire and into the light cast from the flame. It's large yellow eyes glowed briefly, before what seemed like a partially see-through set of second eyelids arose from the bottom of their eyes to cover them. Several more large, spherical, glowing yellow eyes flickered to life in the darkness, albeit they stayed in the safety of the shadows. But even so, their human-like forms could be easily discerned, and they all appeared perfectly identical to each other. With their androgynous appearances, no one could tell if they were all male, all female, or if the genders were just impossible to discern at casual glance. Underneath the stink coming from the creatures, an animalistic nose could smell that the group of creatures was emitting both male and female hormone scents, so it was likely the group contained members of both sex, but the differences were difficult to discern. By the time the yellow eyes had all appeared, as well as a few seeming to step from the shadows of the cave wall, as if they had always been there, the one that first stepped into the light began wheezing heavily. It was a ragged, raspy wheezing. One had to wonder if this being was having breathing difficulties. Dark blue skin covered in barnacle-like growths, dry and prickly black hair atop its head, clothing comprised of dried out cave moss, and no visible mouth. Worst of all, this creature, hunched over and with its arms hanging directly downward, was completely covered from head to toe in slime! A gooey mess coated its skin, even soaking its cave moss clothing. Though the whispering had abruptly stopped the moment the creatures made their appearance, the one that stepped forward soons topped wheezing and began whispering something. Though it was difficult to discern unless one focused, the whispered words could be made out. "You who dwell at the entrance to our home. Are you the ones who defended these woods from the trolls?" Edited by Cyberweasel89, Feb 16 2010, 16:23.
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| Max | Feb 5 2010, 12:59 Post #9 |
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Colton wanted nothing more then to stand up and declare how much he didn't care about who had joined the group. It didn't matter, with a world they all live in names are something you call a person right before they die. Not wanting to cause a stir, Colton looks away from the group and closes his eyes to make off he has fallen asleep. His eyes shoot open when the whispers float around the cave walls. Loading held both hands up, explaning "Yes, whoever you are we fight the goblins and trolls and such, but we come in peace, in fact I'm a doctor, if you or your people need medical treatment, we can all help." As Loading talked Colton's arm slowly slithered behing his back, and his fingers wrap around his baseball bat, in a moments notice he could strike these guys down. |
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| Bobby | Feb 10 2010, 21:42 Post #10 |
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Noiweh rolled her eyes at Aranel's note on her swearing, but blushed slightly at the mention of her 'beautiful mouth'. Kiur noticed this and sighed. She remembered when she acted that way with her lover all those years ago. Remembering something she said, "Wait, aren't you elves like hundreds of years old? You're acting like this is your first love or something. What do you do in all those years?" Noiweh's blushing stopped and she replied to Kiur harshly, "We learn. We live. You humans are always in such a rush. Take things slower. You may live longer." Kiur realized she had crossed the line with her love comment and retreated back into the corner. When she heard the whispers she tensed, reflexively pulling out her lasersword which of course was out of energy and thus just a short stick. Noiweh hoped Aranel wouldn't take the love comment too personally. She could tell that Aranel was unsure of these sorts of things. Noiweh's strong personality caused her to overcome these uncomfortable feelings, but Noiweh feared that Aranel lacked a strong personality. Noiweh's keen elven ears noticed the approach of something long before the whispers began, but she figured that either Aranel or Loading... had already noticed it, since they were elves with keener senses than the other humans and gnome. When the figure spoke, Kiur couldn't hear exactly what was said. Her helmet was still on, which she took off to hear better. Noiweh heard exactly what was said and she replied kindly. "I apologize on account of all of us here if we intruded on your homes. Yes, it was us that protected the area from the trolls. And like my friend Loading... here said, we come in peace. I would be more than willing to assist with something." Kiur was just appalled at the disgusting creatures before her, but she hid her disgust as best as she could and wore a false smile.... Edited by Bobby, Dec 27 2012, 17:18.
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| True Red | Feb 12 2010, 22:04 Post #11 |
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Aranel was unsure of the love comment. He was only saying those things because it was his duty. Or was that the only reason? Aranel stopped to think, but then realized that it was not his job to think. It was his job to act. He began to devise a way that they could get out of the cave. Grunkit did not hear the creature before the others, but he smelled it before the others. Goblins had an uncanny sense of smell. Aranel heard it at the same time that Noiweh and Loading... heard it. Grunkit shouldered his scythe, but did not go closer to it. He knew that he needed to stand guard at the cave's entrance, lest enemies close them in from both sides. Grunkit did not notice how homely these creatures were as the others did. He knew that he probably wasn't any better looking than they were, and neither was his wife or anybody that he had worked with before. He gave a slight smile at the memory of his wife, but quickly shut it down in his mind. He quickly strung his bow but as he pulled the string, he felt an ache in his shoulder, and immediately dropped his bow. He rubbed his shoulder, remembering that his shoulder was injured. He saw the creatures and looked away. They were not very pleasing to the eye, but he looked back anyway. After hearing what Noiweh and Loading... said, Aranel spoke up, "My companions and I are all peaceful. We just needed somewhere to stay." |
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| Cyberweasel89 | Feb 12 2010, 22:33 Post #12 |
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The creature that had stepped forward gave a pause when it was mentioned that Loading was a doctor. When everyone was done speaking, the creature turned around and began whispering to the many silouhettes behind it, which were whispering back. Several of the glowing yellow eyes glanced toward the fallen form of the pink-haired lad, as well. After a moment, the creature turned back around to face the group. Evidently, this one was acting as spokesman (spokeswoman?) for all of them. Again, it's gender was hard to tell. Even its voice, though a whisper, sounded androgynous. "The small elf named Loading is a doctor?" the creature whispered, pausing a moment to wheeze. "If you seek temporary shelter, you may come with us to our city. We have food, beds, and bathrooms, all clean and safe. We also have goods you may use to stock up. We can even show you a second exit so you may avoid the trolls that may be lingering outside." a pause for a wheeze. "We also have a clinic where we may treate your fallen friend." the creature gestured to the unconscious pink-haired lad. "In return, we only ask for a small trifle. Just a simple act that, though easy for you, is difficult for us." yet another pause for a wheeze. Did this thing have breathing problems? "We will allow you to discuss our offer amongst yourselves. If you have questions, I will remain here." The creature whispered something, and all the yellow eyes and dark silhouettes in the shadows began retreating. A presence other than this single creature was felt, but it seemed all the creatures had left. Edited by Cyberweasel89, Feb 16 2010, 16:24.
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| Max | Feb 13 2010, 17:09 Post #13 |
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Loading was exstatic to hear the news tapping his fingers together as his mind replayed all the wonderous things the figures had said they will supply. "I am so glad they were honored to meet me that they offered me their entire home." Totally in her own world, Lynn smiled as her eyes wandered. "So what should we do?" Loading asks. "This is bullshit" replies Colton, he had been trying to keep quiet, but was finding it difficult as the time passed. "You think those shadow freaks are just going to let us walk into their home with our dicks in our hands? They're going to gut us like fish the second we step foot in their territory." Loading was looking to the rest of the group, and to the unconcious pink haired boy on the ground, how long would he last without help? "I vote we go" Loading declares. "I will accept their invitation" Lynn announces. "This is bullshit" Colton replies, hoping that summed up his opinion on the situation. |
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| Bobby | Feb 13 2010, 17:35 Post #14 |
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Kiur agreed with Colton's opinion, but she kept her false smile and remained silent, hoping that Colton noticed her reluctance to go. Noiweh noticed Kiur's reluctance and Colton's opinion on the matter but she said, "I would love to accompany you to your city. What is this small trifle, though?" She added that Kiur needed an energy pack otherwise she would be useless in any upcoming fights. Kiur did not argue with this. Instead Kiur dropped her head, annoyed that she was again feeling useless. Guwael had always protected her from harm. Without him she had taken it upon herself to protect herself and even others. But without a sufficient energy source she was no better than a young woman wearing light armor and weaponless.... Edited by Bobby, Dec 27 2012, 17:19.
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| Cyberweasel89 | Feb 16 2010, 16:34 Post #15 |
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The slimy creature nodded. "Certainly. Again, it is just a small trifle. Easy for you, but difficult for us." The creature paused to wheeze. One had to strain their ears to hear its whispering voice. "One of our own is sick. We have done all we can, but her condition only continues to worsen." Another pause for a wheeze. Asthma, maybe? "We only ask that Doctor Loading take a look at her and do what he can." |
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| True Red | Feb 19 2010, 10:21 Post #16 |
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Grunkit couldn't hear a word that these strange creatures said. He was fairly far away, and just chugged down so more mead. It eased his mind. It seemed like he didn't have any opinion at all. Aranel whispered to him, "Are you even listening to what these people want?" "Aranel, there is a fine line between not listening and not caring. I like to think I walk that line every day of my life," Grunkit whispered back. Aranel shrugged and replied to the the others as he picked up his bow and put in place on his back. "I say that we go, guys," Aranel spoke up. "It is our duty to them since we have invaded their home. Of course, Loading... is doing most of the work so I suggest that he gets the final say." To the strange species he admitted, "You have nothing to worry about with Loading.. treating your people. He fixed up my shoulder pretty well." |
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| Max | Mar 1 2010, 09:44 Post #17 |
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Loading was more then proud of the support, but something felt fishy about these guys. Loading had taken the doctor's oath, which states that he must treat every person he meets to the best of his ability, well that sumed it up at least. "Okay, then I guess we go, so um...where is this place anyways?" Loading scanned the area but wasn't even sure he could tell how these creatures had gotten into the cave in the first place. |
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| Cyberweasel89 | Mar 1 2010, 15:38 Post #18 |
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"Thank you. Your help is appreciated, and we are..." a wheeze. "...happy to have guests in our cave." The creature turned around and whispered something inaudible into the cave. Soon, two more of the creature, identical to the one everyone was just speaking with, emerged from the darkness of the tunnel, grabbed the pink-haired boy, and began to shuffle down the cave tunnel. Another appeared to extinguish the campfire for the group. "Follow, please..." The creature took off shuffling down the path, the two carrying the boy keeping pace. Their feet never left the ground more than an inch with each step. The result was a rather slow movement. "My apologies." the creature spoke once the light of the campfire was gone. "Our species is able to see clearly in the black of the dark. As a result, we have no light sources..." wheeze break! "...in our tunnels. We shall see about getting some torches for you. Not to worry, though, Doctor Loading. There shall be plenty of light in the room where the patient is. The crystals in the room illuminate it with a pale blue glow. It would be quite beautiful if we were not so... what is the word? Photosensitive, yes. But Mistress Chinara tells us the crystals' light is quite..." wheeze break! "...beautiful." There was silence for a bit longer. The group would occasionally pass more of this creature's species, gathering up mushrooms along the cave walls. They did not say anything, but each of the creatures looked exactly alike, right down to the clothing. "Oh, my apologies. Mistress Chinara is the patient. Doctor Loading may tend to her when he feels he is prepared to do so." As the tunnel lead deeper, more and more mushrooms and cave moss became apparent on the walls, floor, and ceiling of the cave. There was even the occasional patch of grass. How was that possible? Grass didn't normally grow in a cave, did it? And it seemed so lush and healthy, a deep green color, even in the dim dark. "Oh, Mistress Chinara informed us that she wanted to meet all of you for a moment, so if it is no trouble, please do so. You may do as you please after meeting with Mistress Chinara, our Goddess." |
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| True Red | Apr 3 2010, 21:34 Post #19 |
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As the duo of Aranel and Grunkit were led down the cave, they were surprised at these creatures strange customs. All of a sudden, Aranel was seized by a vision. Aranel knew that it was not real, but it appeared real to him. It was a small elf girl, of about eight or nine. There was a cloaked figure about to stab it. It was crying. Aranel, even though he was sure it was not real, felt like he was and yelled, "Stop!" And then, in the same instant, he was back to reality. "What's wrong?" Grunkit demanded. "Nothing," Aranel said, shaking away the vision as if it were nothing. He reasoned that he had been inhaling the smell of Grunkit's mead for too long. "Nothing at all. Keep moving." "Well yeah, you don't have to tell me," Grunkit commented. "You just stopped moving for a moment, and so I went to ask you what was wrong. It's pretty crazy that we are going to meet a 'goddess'. These cave people all have these hokey religions. Also, I do need to have a word with you about something else anyway." "Didn't I yell 'Stop!'?" Aranel asked. "No," Grunkit answered. Then he muttered under his breath, "And they think I'm the drunk one..." Then he raised his voice again as they moved to the back of the group. "Now listen here, Aranel. I'm gonna give you some good advice. Take it or leave it as you like, but regardless, I've lived for awhile, had a wife, and I know a thing or two. Now, I can tell that this nice lady elf has the hots for you, and if I'm not mistaken, there is potential that you might have the same feelings for her. Am I right?" Aranel was surprised that nobody heard him yell stop as they kept moving. Grunkit and Aranel were both a little distance away so that they were out of earshot of everyone, but they still followed. "You are mistaken Grunkit," Aranel replied. "It is my duty to protect her as she is from my clan, and it is my job to make sure that she acts as becoming as a woman of her stature ought to." "See, now, that's where you are speaking with your mind," Grunkit responded. "You are obsessed with your duty so much. It's all in your head, boy. The thing that that she-elf wants to see and to feel, and the things that you keep suppressed are in your heart, not your mind. Why do you do everything that you do because of your 'duty'?" Aranel thought about it for a moment. All of the elves that he lived with never questioned that before. They all thought that it was admirable. Did Noiweh really like him? Did he love her? "I don't know. It was ingrained into me. I was taught that there is my job, and I should do that to the best of my ability. Everything else is superfluous, including emotions. I don't know why they taught me that. But that also begs the question, do I want to live with everything else? Do I want other things besides duty? Do I want to think and do things without the purpose of serving my nation, and do things that just serve me or those that do not belong to my nation?" Grunkit smiled and shouldered his scythe. Aranel had stopped to think. As Grunkit started to catch up to the rest of the group, he motioned for Aranel to follow and called back to the archer commander, "Think about it, elf-boy. Think about it long and hard, and when you answer those questions, you let me know and then we'll talk again." Aranel caught up with Grunkit. Grunkit said again, "Just let me know." Then he took another gulp of mead. |
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| Bobby | Apr 11 2010, 14:24 Post #20 |
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Kiur, Noiweh, Adrena, Colton, Loading..., Kid, NPCs, Aranel, Grunkit Kiur managed to get to her feet despite her weakened state. Noiweh saw her faltering and laid a helping hand on her back, keeping her up. Noiweh was several inches taller than Kiur, which was a strange sight since elves were normally slightly shorter than humans. However Noiweh was a slightly taller than average elf and Kiur was a shorter than average human. Noiweh noticed Aranel's shock and could only guess that he was having some sort of elven vision. These tended to be real situations occurring somewhere else on the planet at the same time. These visions were thought to occur because of the magical nature of most elves. Kiur was disappointed that the cave people had not mentioned anything about an energy pack, but she hoped that after Loading helped the goddess of these people that she would get some more recognition. If another fight occurred she would have to fight with her fists and she was not very skilled at martial arts. Noiweh hadn't heard of this Mistress Chinara goddess, but she presumed that that was because of the distance between this cave system and her home on the eastern edge of the Great Forest.... Edited by Bobby, Dec 27 2012, 17:19.
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| Max | May 27 2010, 13:40 Post #21 |
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The Facetime bowl of soup
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The group contined down the dark tunnel getting more and more curious as they go. "I'm happy to see these creatures refer to me as their Godess" Lynn comments as she enjoys the sites of the cave. "Yeah, they aren't talking about you lady" Colton replies, keeping one eye on their gracious hosts, whom he does not trust. "So, what exactly is wrong with this woman?" Loading asks to the tall figure, "And how long till we get there? I want to make sure I see her as soon as possible." Loading can feel himself becoming more comfortable with being in the wrong place at the right time. |
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| Cyberweasel89 | May 28 2010, 15:51 Post #22 |
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The Facetime jar of almonds
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The creature wheezed once more. "Goddess Chinara seems to have a high fever. She has some sort of fungus on parts of her body. She is dehydrated, and no amount of-" wheeze "-water can satiate her thirst or dry mouth. She is physically weak and has no energy. Yet despite all this, she remains as-" wheeze "- beautiful as ever. She remains kind and generous to us despite her condition. We very much wish to save her, but it is fine if you cannot do anything, Doctor-" wheeze "-Loading. As for when we shall arrive, our city is just at the next opening." Sure enough, a draft could be felt from up ahead, as well as the sounds of movement and low whispers. It seems they had arrived... |
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