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Safe within your light - Hadama - 01-31-2025
He came near sunset to clean the lighthouse, dusting its ledges, sweeping the dirt from its floors and stairs, and polishing the glass of its windows so that the light within shone out clear and bright. The night was well advanced by the time he finished, stars twinkling overhead with the brilliant clarity that Deepfrost brought. He did not need to lay his armlet on the altar stone itself; any place on the island's shore would have sufficed. But Hadama appreciated the tradition and the ritual of his prayer, and he chose the location at the top of the tower with solemn deliberation to be closer to his lady's stars.
Of course, he had not brought just his armour. A box was placed on the altar beside it, crafted of ebony and polished to a high gloss. Tiny diamonds were inset in the lid, picking out the Deepfrost constellations above Torchline, and inside the compartments for rings and bracelets and pendants were lined in black velvet dusted with specks of silver. He knelt after placing it, resting his hands on his thighs and composing his mind to the calm clarity and anticipation of Safrin's light.
"It is done. And I am... working. On taking more time to rest." He had not forgotten her words to him at their last meeting. But there had been much to do in finishing the Stargate Key. In helping Calypso and Nova with their own quest. In coming to Halo's defense. In ensuring the crab migration went safely for all.
But there had also been time spent with young Noe gathering flowers in Hak Etme, and discovering the view at the Leap of Faith with Sohalia. And, soon, a quiet day of baking with Flora to look forward to - and perhaps a manicure in their future. His work continued, but it was not without time taken to rest. As his goddess had bade him.
Quest for Mastered StArmour received in: Seeing it through
1. Take his armour up high where the air is very thin
Higher than heaven as high as Sah could fly
2. Temper his armour in light (magical or regular)
Temperamental in the Sunshine pools at noon
3. In two separate threads, have his armour tested by physical means.
[Training] fall falls away struck by Thalassa's daggers
[Training] Waiting games struck by Flora's daggers
RE: Safe within your light - Safrin - 02-03-2025
The stars winked into clarity one by one as Deepfrost’s chill breeze swept across the lighthouse. The sounds of the ocean, rhythmic and steady, seemed to hush in anticipation. Then, with a subtle shimmer of moonlight, Safrin appeared. Her gown was a swirl of midnight blue and silver, like the sky she wore as her mantle, and her dark curls were adorned with tiny, twinkling pearls.
[say]"My Tidebreaker,"[/say] she greeted softly, her voice carrying like a gentle wave upon the shore. Her galactic eyes alighted on Hadama first, warmth and approval in their depths, before drifting to the ebony box and the armlet laid reverently upon the altar. A pleased smile curved her lips, and she lifted the box in slender hands, her fingertips gently brushing over the diamond constellations. [say]"You do spoil me,"[/say] she said with affectionate amusement, her voice catching the hush of the night.
Setting the box down, Safrin’s gaze shifted to the armlet. [say]"And you have been resting more,"[/say] she noted, her tone teasing but undeniably fond. [say]"I can feel the difference in you, Hadama."[/say] Her slender fingers hovered over the metal as if reading its story, her eyes half-lidded in focus. [say]"You have done much in my name, but you have cared for yourself as well, just as I asked."[/say]
She lowered her hand, pressing it lightly against his forearm, her touch warm and undeniably real. [say]"Now, it is my turn to care for you. Let us see how we might strengthen your armour further. You’ll need every advantage if you are to continue bearing the weight of the tides, after all."[/say]
Turning back to the armlet, Safrin’s lashes fluttered shut. The air filled with the faint scent of moonflower and lavender, and a glow began to emanate from beneath her palm. Slowly, starlight seeped into the metal, making it gleam like liquid silver. Specks of light, like distant galaxies, flickered across its surface as though it contained an entire night sky.
[say]"There,"[/say] she whispered, stepping back and releasing a soft breath as she opened her eyes. A smile lit her face, gentle pride and deep affection shining in her gaze. [say]"Well done, my Tidebreaker. Now—go, and continue to shine for me."[/say]
Congratulations! Hadama's armour has been upgraded to Mastered!
RE: Safe within your light - Hadama - 02-04-2025
She was beautiful beyond compare, was his lady of the stars, and the artisan within Hadama's soul glowed with fresh inspiration at the sight of her. The moonlight she brought with her like its own gift renewed him physically and pride swelled in his heart as his offering was accepted. He lowered his head briefly in a bow as he accepted her approval, but raised his eyes swiftly so that he could drink in the sight of her for as long as time allowed them.
Her praise was no less of a balm to his soul, and her hand on his arm drew a smile to his lips, his serene expression warming to quiet joy at the contact and the proof of her approval. Joy that sharpened with hope as she reached for the armlet that they had crafted together over seasons and years. The metal glowed with her blessing as the armour was perfected, now able to protect him from powerful threats.
Armour which he would need all too soon.
"Thank you, Safrin," he rumbled softly, taking back the armlet and sliding it back onto its cherished place on his arm without looking away from his goddess's face. The affection there, her love and warmth, filled him with fresh purpose and resolution and he lifted his chin, his own gaze soft and bright with steadfast devotion. "As you wish."
~Fin