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| Siberkil | May 24 2007, 12:10 PM Post #1 |
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For most of the Sky Elves that make their home here in Ardenvaal, The core is where the liferoot of their people is believed to be. At the center of every Ardenthor is a spirit of a fallen Sky Elf, who's quest is to reach for the sky, and touch with the Sun. With each spirit, A new Ardenthor is birthed, and a new life for A Sky Elf begins as they become one with Nature and start a new cycle of their neverending journey. They say that the Ardenthor where Ardenvaal started upon is the spirit of the first High Elf who brought his people to this serene and inoccuous place, where nothing could touch them. And here, spreading out onto other Ardenthors, Ardenvaal's Core insures the safety of its people. But the Core of Ardenvaal was not looking pristine. Ardenvaal seemed to be shrouded in mists and heavy fogs lately, which was not uncommon, but for the dry season, it was unnatural. The Core did not look as healthy as it used to. To get an idea of what an Ardenthor looks like, imagine cutting down a tree somewhere near its stump. then, hollow out the center of it and fill it with soil. Now, grow some herbs in that soil, and after a while, the tree stump looks looks like its growing a small forest on top. Multiply the size of this stump by a couple of hundred, and duplicate this stump a couple thousand, maybe a million times, and you get the Ardenthor forest. The Core of each Ardenthor is its second life-cycle, as it grows a massive central tree-like limb that feeds the flora and fauna atop of its wooden plateau. Imagine seeing a bud growing out of the center of a tree-stump. Same idea. This "Core" then brings up nutrients from the nutrient-rich earth and feeds itself along with the other smaller trees and shrubbery that grows upon it. Ultimatley, you get minature forests growing atop a much massive forest of tree stumps. Here, at Ardenvaal's Core, the magicks of the native Faerie Dragons and the Sky Elves helped shape the woods into a governor's villa that was supposed to signify its oneness with the city as well as its people. But alas, that oneness has started to fade. It's an earthen plaza of stone and wood, where the citizens gather to hear about the new laws of the land each and every week. It's a center of listening to the new "Trade" and the new peoples that pass through this strange and wonderful town, bringing in foreign goods and plagued materials. The Sky Elves were happy by themselves, But Sek'Thelia Oravinea feels that Ardenvaal should reach out to the other cities with open arms and an open mind. And here, another meeting was called. Sek'Thelia stood at an open window of his villa, and spoke to the hundreds of citizens gathered there that day. "My fellow peoples! This previous night, an attempt at my life was made! Have I not brought you prosperity? Wealth? Good Health? And yet, one of our own kind made an attempt at my life. I don't feel I'm a bad person! I've tried my hardest to make Ardenvaal as beautiful and wonderful as it is today. And it pains me that I must make an example of its people." A Scalamb was rolled towards the front of the mob, and then raised with rope for all of the onlookers to see. "It truly does pain me... This man here was captured outside of the villa, with weapon in hand and a gaze that would've froze a stag in its tracks. For this outrage, this man must be punished." A silent crowd stood onlooking at the man, as a hushed whisper creeped its way among the people. Sek'Thelia calmed the crowd down, then spoke words. "Is there one among you today that believes otherwise?" You can post in Ardenvaal now.
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| TFE Magnus | Jun 12 2007, 07:07 AM Post #31 |
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Leviticus smirked at Traveanduri, winking. "Crazy? Crazy about freedom and the Resistance!" |
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| Jeff | Jun 13 2007, 07:58 AM Post #32 |
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I've got a Ph.D in kicking your ass.
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Ryu decided it was finally his turn to chime in. "Um... So, does anybody want to fill me in on what's going on here?" |
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| Siberkil | Jun 13 2007, 10:10 AM Post #33 |
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Traveanduri looked to the outsider. "Sek'Thelia Orivenia is what's going on here. He's a corrupt Governing party that taxes our citizens, restrains them from their freedoms, and wants to make our peaceful home a place full of outsiders, those that do not understand the harmony that the Sky Elves have with this place. While we do not look down on outsiders, you probably wouldn't be allowed here without just cause. "Our peoples are devout of their heritage, and want to protect this place. We came here in search of peace, and we found it so long ago. Now, it's tainted, broken. The trees seem gloomier, the mists hang heavier, longer, blinding the true beauty that Ardenvaal holds. And why? Sek'Thelia, the plague. "While what he does seems like pebbles and twigs, there's something else that is eluding us. Much bigger. Rocks and Stones, broken branches, fallen trees. The Sky Elves feel it, and so do the faerie dragons--" A strange echoing call enveloped the senses of the four, three of them looking around to see what it was. Traveanduri had her focus shifted above her, where she looked upon a close friend. "Ahh... There you are!" Blinking into existence, a small faerie dragon, no more than a foot in length, snaked its way through the air towards Traveanduri. The little creature was a small rainbow of color, and had two wings and two arms. It lacked legs, and made up for it with a long tail that seperated the sunlight into all of its respective colors. "Little Aili, what news do you bring from Shanave?" Ryu looked entranced. A most interesting creature was hovering before him, swimming through the air like a snake in the water. It started to hum, sing in a strange chordial pattern, sounding mysterious and beautiful at the same time. Traveanduri held her arm out, and the small faerie dragon wrapped itself around. It finally stopped singing. "...I see. Give news to Shanave. They have entrapped our contact, Ferashane Novinarius. I don't know if they are aware of who they have, otherwise they would be questioning him right now rather than leaving him in a Scalamb. And tell him..." Traveanduri started to trail off. "...Tell him they... they killed Gaeddeon." Traveanduri turned from the others as the reality started to hit her again. The small faerie dragon started to sing again, trying to soothe the wounds of the Sky Elf. looking at the others. It was for a brief minute that the two Sky Elves and the Human did not seem to understand what the faerie dragon was trying to say, until they heard a voice floating in their head, sounding much like a pleasant elfmaiden's voice. "I am Ailirienthaxyna... or Aili for short. Who are you? Do you know of Travi's loss?" |
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| Jeff | Jun 13 2007, 10:26 AM Post #34 |
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[Interesting that you can be the original RPer, the founder of the WP, and not understand the concept of no god modding. :/] Ryu does not look entranced, nor did he look around to see what was going on when the faerie dragon made its entrance. He was always collected, and calm. He awaited the other's reactions before doing anything of his own. |
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| Siberkil | Jun 13 2007, 07:18 PM Post #35 |
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[Jeff: As the outsider, I tried to play off of your character, who was there to gather information, akin to the new and unfamiliar, especially in a place he's never been before. I did not God Mod, nor make your character do anything against his own will or your will. I simply stated "He looked entranced," which does not mean that he also wasn't cool and collective about the situation. Anybody can look anything, especially from the narrator's eyes, and it doesn't mean they did anything that the others would pick up on, nor did I state that he looked around when the faerie dragon made its entrance. I enjoy RPing with everybody's characters, and have a very knowledgable understanding of what "God Modding" is. Don't ever drop technicalities on me, as this will be the last of these 'posts' within my adventure. I'm here to have fun with everybody that is playing in Ardenvaal, and take them on an adventure. I'm not here to get all distraught because I thought somebody made my character do something he didn't do. As a Mod, I would expect more from you then such trivialness as this.] |
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| A Papaya | Jun 13 2007, 08:17 PM Post #36 |
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Never put my flamer on safety
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"No, I do not," Imilun attempts to respond with his thoughts. "I am merely a vigilante, protecting the side of right. What are your motives?" |
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| TFE Magnus | Jun 14 2007, 10:36 PM Post #37 |
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Negro please.
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Leviticus stared at the faerie dragon, yawning slightly and turning to the rest of the group as he listened in. "My name is Leviticus Raine, I followed your friend here after she beckoned me with some anti-Orivenia propaganda. I figure I know a bit about pain, dealing it and recieving it, and I figure I can help her out. Women can't help themselves, after all." He tapped the long daggers connected to his nipple rings. "I'm here so Aeris and Ookami here can have a meal or two, if you understand my manic meaning." |
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| Jeff | Jun 15 2007, 01:29 PM Post #38 |
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[You still took the situation out of my hand, and just said he looked entranced. His expression is still something that can't be controlled by you.] Ryu nodded, and then took his turn. "I am Ryu, a traveller that just happened to walk in on the situation, and knows very little about what's going on." He folloed it up with a bow. "I have never seen such a creature as yourself." he said, bringing himself upright once more. |
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| Siberkil | Jun 17 2007, 07:04 PM Post #39 |
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[Well, whatever. I'm not going to argue this point. Just to let you know, I am technically the moderator of Ardenvaal, thus the questmaster of anything that goes on in it. God Modding is usually stipulated for things such as battles, dangers, and other situations that could potentially dibilitate or kill your character. You could have easily worked around the situation by stating that "While Ryu might have been entranced or interested in the faerie dragon, he kept it to himself, maintaining a strong poise and silent disposition. Ryu hides his emotions well under his stern glare of silence and confidence." As an RPer, you should learn to play off of what is said. Sometimes I don't look at profiles all the time when I try to move a story along, so learning to correct what the questmaster says by tying in your character's flare shows that you can RP well. Ultimately, though, the quest master can often do whatever he wants to those that are part of his quest. God Modding was coined in lieu of people trying to control battles and situations by stating or making other characters do something that they did not to gain advantage. It was a hindrance in MTGN, and it pissed the hell out of people. Quests are different. The person modding the quest usually has control of what happens to the characters, regardless of the situation. If I wanted to kill of your character, I have that power. But I'm not going to, because I am not that kind of person, and I enjoy RPing with everybody. I just don't like it when people tell me I am doing something wrong when I know I'm not, or not doing it at all. I'm not a testy person, and I know well the power envoked upon me when running a quest. Nonetheless, now that that is cleared up, on with the show!] The faerie dragon flew around the characters, and squaked in its strange tongue. Stilll, the four could understand exactly what the dragon was saying. "I see you all mean well. Thank you, Master Ryu. To answer your question, Imulin, the Resistance is in a fierce cold war with Sek'Thelia Orivenia. We dare not attack, lest we cast our city into chaos. And Sek'Thelia dares not attack us, as he knows he will lose power over his people by making such a gesture. "We have spies all over Ardenvaal, trying to spread the word of Sek'Thelia's corruption, in hopes that we can incite a revolt, at least a peaceful one. Nonetheless, we are prepared to fight if need be." Imulin looked at the faerie dragon with some contempt. "But you said something about Travi's loss. What do you mean?" The small faerie dragon started to sing again. "The man in the Scalamb, that was made an example of today, was Traveanduri's partner. They were very close, and she was telling me that he snuck off last night. She followed, and was crushed to see Sek'Thelia do what he did to poor Gaeddeon. "Sek'Thelia will not resort to a full-scale war, as the Sky Elves will most certainly turn their backs to him. Instead, he makes examples of those amongst the Resistance, and keeps the people in a state of confusion and terror. That is how he keeps his control, and that is why he must be removed from his reign upon Ardenvaal." Traveanduri, after recomposing herself, wiped a tear off of her cheek and turned back to the three. "This is why we must save Ferishane. The man getting lowered into the Waterglades right now has crucial information we can use in our silent fight against Sek'Thelia." Leviticus, flipping at his hanging daggers, looked at Traveanduri. "So, what do you plan on doing? You know, to save your Loverboy down there?" Traveanduri gave Leviticus a hot glance. "We are going down into the Waterglades to break him out of his cage. If you want to back out, I'll understand. Nobody goes into those depths without a good reason, and a lot of force. If you back out now, I will not hold it against you. If you choose to come with me, I feel we must get more of our people to help us. We have to find others of the Resistance to help us out." The faerie dragon spoke up on this. "So what is your plan of action?" "We need to find our other agents in Ardenvaal. We will need to go back into town, and locate others. I don't like going into the 'Glades without enough manpower to take on the dangers down there. "Again, this is your last chance. Come with me, you could face an uncertain death." Traveanduri looked at the three again. "Your choice." [From here, if you choose to stay a part of the quest, new threads will be opened up, where a side quest will ensue. I will also be posting this in the quest nexus, in hopes of attracting more people to Ardenvaal. If you back out, you will be free to explore the other parts of Ardenvaal on your own, which will be a few threads that I'll open up.] |
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| Jeff | Jun 19 2007, 08:24 AM Post #40 |
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Ryu was the first to speak. His well trained tongue spoke with a certain grace, and it would have to if he wanted in on the biggest, and most secretive event in Ardenvaal. "I am a master of silent and invisible warfare. It would only be my honor to help." He gave a low bow to the dragon and resistence fighters before him. |
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| Siberkil | Jun 21 2007, 01:45 PM Post #41 |
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"Thank you, kind sir. I believe you will be of great help, and perhaps, where ever it is that you come from, you can tell your people how your greatness aided our people. What say the rest of you?" |
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| TFE Magnus | Jun 22 2007, 11:26 PM Post #42 |
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[Hahaha, love your Leviticus RPing. He does love his nipple rings. ^_^] Leviticus only snorted, winking at Traveanduri. "Don't be so hasty now, who said I wouldn't help you save your boytoy? Like I said, you're remarkably attractive, and my two friends here-" He indicated his hanging dangers. "-want a blood meal or two, y'know? I mean, save the terrible Resistance rhetoric for me, I just like beautiful females, good wine, and blood spilt upon my two friends Aeris and Ookami. Now you're the first of those three, I've got the third, and I'm sure we could all find some of the second after we party from saving this weakling, killing Sek, and so on. Dragon and Trav, you don't need to go on and on about Sek's evils and blah blah. Once he's overthrown I bet your resistance group will just place someone in power just as pathetic. It's all the same to me. You're all the same to me. I'm not in it for the politics." He shrugged, eyeing Traveanduri, the faerie dragon, and the others in the party. "So, of course I'm in. You people probably need someone ruthless enough to do what's needed. It's not all peace, love, freedom, and resistance you know." |
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| Siberkil | Jun 23 2007, 08:47 AM Post #43 |
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Traveanduri was flabbergasted. She didn't quite know what on Earth Leviticus had said, but she made out the key element, which was helping them out. "Well, in all likeliness, thank you sir." She rolled her eyes. |
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| A Papaya | Jun 23 2007, 08:51 AM Post #44 |
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[Haha.] Imilun thinks about the proposal at hand. As he does, he hums, to keep himself sane -- he knows the weight of the decision he is about to make. His whole life is meaningless compared to what he's going to do know. Yes, I'm an idealist, He thinks, but so what? So where most of the great leaders of the world. "I'll do my part, you can count on that." And then he is silent. |
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| Siberkil | Jun 23 2007, 08:57 AM Post #45 |
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[And so it begins...] "Alright. Thank you all. We will need to split up and search the town for others of the resistance. As for me, I hope I can make my way back--" "I will do your bidding, Traveanduri. I need no questions to know what you are thinking of doing. I'll be much quicker about it, too." "Hmm... Thanks Aili." With that, the faerie dragon blinked its way out of existance, on an urgent mission to the secret base of the Resistance. "Let us go." With that, the four started their way back towards the Core of Ardenvaal. [I will be opening up several threads shortly and the mainstay of Ardenvaal will be up for the viewing and RPing of others. Please be patient.] |
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