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No time like the present - Random Event - 12-07-2018 Not unlike the beginning of a riddle, the creature sits directly in the middle of the Bone Bridge, equidistant from both sides. Mist envelopes the canyon's sides and bottom making it appear as though the grotesquely white bridge is simply floating in a sea of mist. And who's to say it isn't? Fear can make anything buoyant. Covered in a black cloak with hands that look more primate than homosapien, the creature taps dextrously and eerily thin fingers on a box so black that it seems to consume the light around it. They say not to judge a book by its cover, that good things come to those who wait, and that a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. But what does that even mean. It has a box and you think you want what is in that box. Indeed, you can practically feel that you do. So go on give it a try. Welcome to CotF's first Drop! There are no requirements in order to participate; all you need to do is complete whatever strange challenges await you! You have 72 hours to respond to this post before the games begin! (Please respond IC, having your character walk up and so on) If you are an ascended your prize will be a custom body upgrade If you are an abandoned your prize will be a custom magic slot with magic OR an upgrade If you are an accepted your prize will be a custom magical item If you are an attuned your prize will be a new animal shape OR a regular companion RE: No time like the present - Bastien - 12-07-2018 Bastien was at this point, getting a little tired of mystery and intrigue, but the place seemed insistent on bringing them to him. No matter what he did his situation only got stranger and the answers less clear. He had gone for a walk with the intention of clearing his head, but the sight before him was going to ruin that - a bridge, enveloped in mist...with an ominous figure. Bastien was not a man who scared easily, but the sight sent a shiver down his spine. Still, if he was seeing a spirit or demon he was going to investigate. It could be good for art or culture or...well, he was curious. He approached the bridge, stepping carefully onto the bridge as if he was scared it would break. With a nervous smile, he pointed to the box. "Is that meant to be for me? The presentation could be nicer, if it is meant to be inviting." RE: No time like the present - Celosia - 12-08-2018
RE: No time like the present - Vervain - 12-08-2018 Vervain had not been going anywhere near the Bone Bridge; the ruins and its varying pleasures and nightmares did not interest her as much as the natural beauty of the Outskirts. But... for whatever reason (she suspected gods or magic or both, as that was usually the culprit these days) here she was. Well. How interesting. [say]"So are we waiting for it to open the box? Or...?"[/say] She glanced between the others and folded her arms across her chest. [say]"This all seems quite ominous, don't you think?"[/say] She wasn't going anywhere, though. Duh. RE: No time like the present - Ronin - 12-08-2018 Where there was something strange going on, Ronin Taliesin was almost guaranteed to find a way to be there. That was true even before he had become an official hunter of the weird and wonderful, and he tilted his head as he approached the crowd around the Bone Bridge. "I'd be careful," he called out to address the group gathered there, hands shoved in the pockets of his coat. "I've tried to cross this thing before, and it doesn't seem to... go..." He drifted off at the sight of the thing sitting in the middle of the bridge, its musical drumming on the box making it seem all the more enticing. Ronin blinked. Why wasn't anyone doing anything? Or more importantly, trying to see what was inside said box? "Um?" he said helpfully. RE: No time like the present - Desmond - 12-08-2018
RE: No time like the present - Remi - 12-08-2018 The formation of the group was what caught the alchemist's gaze, rather than the being sitting in the centre of the bridge. Having been here before, Remi was not at all enamoured by the mist or the strange bridge, but instead by what could have caused so many to just halt on one side. With a piercing cry, the hawk circled above trying to catch Vai's attention. He didn't quite feel like being himself right now, and if they were all going to try and cross the bridge at once Remi didn't feel the need to add any additional weigh. Until that happened though, he didn't necessarily need to just circle overhead. He wasn't that large anyways. As Vai took notice of him, Remi gently swooped towards her, sitting himself down on her shoulder. Despite her clothing, he still tried to be as gentle as possible with his talons. RE: No time like the present - Edrei - 12-08-2018 A thing on a bridge and a gaggle of onlookers. That was basically all that was needed to draw the teenager's attention. Sidling up, Edy stopped next to her former commanding office and shot a cheeky grin towards Ronin. [say] "Eyyy, I hear you started up a little club."[/say] She tittered with a playful wink. Gossip was probably the best part about working at the Rathskeller. [say] "Is it boys only, or what?"[/say] She continued with a playful pout. Sure Edy was a shit 101% of the time, but she hadn't been the worst shoulder under Ronin's charge. Probably. RE: No time like the present - Rexanna - 12-09-2018 Originally, Rexanna hadn't planned on attending any kind of gathering; yet here she was, distracted by the giant group of people on that odd bridge she had first found with Archibold. Her mind swarmed with the possibilities of what was before her, yet still nothing made sense. She recognized a few of the strangers around the area, yet she mostly remained on her own, glancing to those she'd met before like Remi and
It was probably bad news to try and take the box, it was also probably weird to show up without even attempting it. Amused with both ideas, Rexanna waited near the back of the group, waiting to see what would happen. RE: No time like the present - Devrum - 12-09-2018 Devrum had been lugging around lumber he had cut and sanded for his new home with He had waited patiently for a moment to see if they noticed this man, heaving lumber and held the courtesy spread out a clear path...alas they didn't to which he growled and flopped the lumber onto the ground with an audible thump. He began walking further into the bone bridge, past the others as he took notice of the little creature holding a box. Devrum, gathered a wad of spit into the corner of his cheek and spit a perfectly shaped stream that landed comfortably in front of the creature. Hazel and Blue eye remained on the creature as he flicked his teeth clean with his tongue, hands resting over his hip. [Say]"Fancy box you got there..."[/say] Again he spit a stream this time off to the side. Nearly hitting Mismatched eyes squinting as he studied the box and than the creature. [Say]"Would be much obliged if you opened that there box...unless you're waiting for one of us to do it."[/say] Devrum held little patience for surprises and was half tempted to clasp the box and fling the little turd over the side of the bridge...no doubt thinking it would make a faint splat below much like a grape. RE: No time like the present - Attraes - 12-09-2018 In the distance the faint, approaching the bone bridge could be heard the sounds of banjo strings strumming along and a smokey-voiced man playing effortlessly. How Attraes came to hold this instrument is best left unspoken, but despite the terms of his possession of said banjo, his heart was filled with song. At first it was more singing for himself, though when he noticed the crowd over the horizon he grinned and began to to weave through them, appearing very much the jovial, charming bard. The song went as such: [Say]In a neat little town they called Belfast Apprentice to trade I was bound And many an hour's sweet happiness Have I spent in that neat little town As sad misfortune came over me Which caused me to stray from the land Far away from me friends and relations Betrayed by the black velvet band Her eyes they shown like diamonds I thought her the queen of the land And her hair, it hung over her shoulder Tied up with a black velvet band I took a stroll down broadway Meaning not long for to stay When who should I meet but this pretty fair maid Come a-traipsing along the highway She was both fair and handsome Her neck, it was just like a swan And her hair, it hung over her shoulder Tied up with a black velvet band Her eyes they shown like diamonds I thought her the queen of the land And her hair, it hung over her shoulder Tied up with a black velvet band I took a stroll with this pretty fair maid And a gentleman passing us by Well, I knew she meant the doing of him By the look in her roguish black eye A gold watch she took from his pocket And placed it right into my hand And the very first thing that I said, was Bad 'cess to the black velvet band Her eyes they shown like diamonds I thought her the queen of the land And her hair, it hung over her shoulder Tied up with a black velvet band Before the judge and the jury Next morning, I had to appear The judge, he says to me "Young man, you're case it is proven clear We'll give you seven years penal servitude To be spent far away from the land Far away from your friends and relations Betrayed by the black velvet band" Her eyes they shown like diamonds I thought her the queen of the land And her hair, it hung over her shoulder Tied up with a black velvet band So come all you jolly young fellows A warning take by me When you are out on the town, me lads Beware of the pretty Colleens They'll feed you with strong drink, me lads 'Til you are unable to stand And the very first thing that you'll know is You've landed in Van Diemens Land Her eyes they shown like diamonds Her neck, it was just like a swan And her hair, it hung over her shoulder Tied up with a black velvet band.[/say] As the song had played he would weave and turn to several that had gathered, with a dimpled smile and mischievous glint in his eyes before he turned to all that gathered and strummed the final string with a deep breath and a bow of his head, a wave of thanks to those who listened was given before he turned. Only then had he noticed the creature and the box did he crouch and smile. [Say]"I suppose I should be thanking you for granting me this audience..."[/say] Attraes teased with a smirk as he slung his banjo over his shoulder and winked at the creature before standing upright and awaiting just as the others had. {*song used* Black Velvet Band by, Luke Kelly} RE: No time like the present - Alistair - 12-09-2018 Alistair approached the gathering, curious as to what summoned the crowd, slowly approaching [Say]" 'ey mum...Remi."[/say] Alistair turned to greet Remi with a modest smile looking curiously at what the others were rendering at. [Say]"Rather curious...such a little thing seems to have captured the attention of everyone here. Has it even moved at this point?"[/say] He asked curiously, amused by the whole thing. Before they could answer he caught sight of [Say]"I'm sorry would you excuse me a moment..."[/say] He'd politely excuse himself from their company. As he made his way over to Rexanna, fingers raising and scratching against the back of his head. [Say]"I have a sneaking suspicion most here are expecting something fantastical to occur..."[/say] He'd call out with a grin as he looked back and toward her once again before taking a place standing at her side. [Say]"Would be funny if it was simply...empty..."[/say] He mused with a chuckle, looking off to his side with a smile and nod. [Say]"Hello..."[/say] RE: No time like the present - Archebold - 12-09-2018 Under the sounds of conversation the faint sounds of tapping could be heard from the ivory walking stick of one, Archebold Cobb. He tapped along the path of the bridge, a brow lifting off at the corner as he observed, keeping himself off to the side and out of view from most. [say]"Like moths to a flame...curiosity summons the ignorant. Flock behaving as flock do..."[/say] He muttered quietly to himself, a smirk rewarding his own quiet words spoken to himself as he held the view of these easily lured lot appearing like nothing but a flock of sheep, as they always had been. New world...same mentality. Predictable. RE: No time like the present - Deimos - 12-09-2018
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