From being an Abandoned who had rarely left the Hollowed Grounds, to embracing the call of adventure, to dying and being reborn first as an Ascended and then as an Ancient, Maea has gone through quite the amount of changes in her life. One thing remains common, though, in her attempts to find out just where she belongs; she’s always had a craving for knowledge which has brought her to so many places and to meet so many people here in Caido. We can’t wait to see what else is in store for her!
Congratulations, Maea!
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The night is young and pale, a streak of orange lingering on the horizon as if painted on. The rest of the sky is dark and blue enough that stars have begun to shine down on the Ahi Coastline. Aurelia walks its sands with steady strides, a cloak billowing down around her backside, nearly brushing the ground. She does take care not to walk too fast, however, pausing to check on Maeve as they go.
When they reach the lighthouse door, Aurelia will pause to wait for anyone else that might've wished to come. By now, word might've spread that there would be something happening at Safrin's shrine tonight, a request made on behalf of the region. The two of them had not made it any kind of secret, and those Torchline citizens that want to be present would be more than welcome.
There is a silver chain that hangs from Aurelia's hands, which are blemished with fresh scuffs. Hanging from that chain, a pendant made of starry-night stained glass. She eyes Maeve with a gentle expression, murmuring quietly, "I'm ready whenever you are."
This thread is to start a regional quest for TL for the end of 312 PC.
Aurelia and Maeve, as leaders of the region, will be negotiating for a healing fountain for Torchline's citizens.
Feel free to have your characters join to be present for this, or even bring an offering, but it's entirely optional. Will post again on 7/15 to get the ball rolling.
i'm waiting for the night to save us i'm waiting for the night to break us
07-14-2021, 01:54 AM (This post was last modified: 07-14-2021, 01:55 AM by Maeve.)
Maeve
She's not moving that much slower than Aurelia, but the Fireheart slows her steps for her anyway and Maeve smiles softly at her counterpart, drawing her cloak a bit more tightly around her petite frame. The bottom of the lighthouse is soon in sight and Maeve comes to a stop, clasping a small box in her hands, inside is her offering for Safrin. A set of earrings made from the same stained glass, but instead they are two silvery stars to compliment the pendant that Aurelia made for their goddess. Much like the two queens, they have their differences, but together they create something beautiful. A complete picture.
"Would you like to do the talking or me?" She asks softly, reaching for her free hand, giving it a gentle squeeze as she laces their fingers together. Maeve steps forward into her space, tilting her chin up towards Aurelia, eyes scanning her features to gauge how she was feeling.
Fight so dirty, but your love's so sweet Talk so pretty, but your heart got teeth
Ray had received the noticed and had made a point to arrive at the shrine. Normally she'd be too busy but she was going to be a councilwoman. It only felt right to be here in support if she was going to become a part of the government.
Arriving at the shrine, Ray saw that Aurelia and Maeve were already present. "Hey! Ready for this? I'll admit I'm a bit nervous. Is there anything that I should do to help?" She'd never actually met a herald but she was pretty sure that Safrin would be arriving tonight in some shape or form. The herbalist wanted to make sure that she did this right to help Torchline get what it needed.
07-16-2021, 07:16 PM (This post was last modified: 07-16-2021, 07:22 PM by Aurelia.)
Aurelia
Aurelia has to shuffle the necklace she's holding so that it's only in one of her hands, but she does if it means she can latch onto the support Maeve is offering. She swallows thickly, lips starting to run dry. Her eyes flicker up toward the Nightshade's when she asks her question, but they quickly turn at the sound of a familiar voice.
She almost thought that no one else would show here tonight.
A gentle smile graces Aurelia's features, and if there is a bit of pride behind it she does her best to contain it. "Ray!" She greets warmly, almost-laughing as she shakes her head, "There's no need to worry about anything else. We're ready," she looks again to Maeve, squeezing the woman's hand to gently lead her up the stairs.
She's made this trip a few times now but each experience has been novel enough that it feels, in a strange way, like she's been here a thousand times. The walls stretch up around them but, she feels familiar with each little crevice or dimple in their foundation. Each step is a step closer to something unknown, yet certain.
There is a soft smile on her lips as they reach the doorway, the warm glow of candlelight illuminating the grayish hall. When they enter, Aurelia regards Maeve for a moment before she drops the woman's hand in order to present her offering on the shrine. The flicker of the candle's flame reflects on the pendant's dark surface.
"Safrin," she says after she takes a large step back, to leave room, "we've done as you asked us. Torchline has its very own Court of the Stars - built in your beautiful image. Harper has been offered a position in our council, as well as Ray, who is here with us tonight." She does take a moment to glance back at Ray, to offer her councilwoman a friendly look. She hopes the goddess approves of everything, approves of them still - but keeps that self-doubt tucked in against the walls of her ribcage, where it feathers with the beat of her heart.
"And we know, now, what we'd like to do for the people here..." she casts her green eyes over to Maeve, the corner of her lips perking a bit, to subtly indicate that the Nightshade can present their plan.
Aurelia is using one of her shrine slots to do an RQ for Torchline through Safrin! She's brought an offering of a (dark) stained glass* necklace.
(sorry for the lateness)
i'm waiting for the night to save us i'm waiting for the night to break us
The stairs are still easy for Maeve to handle at this point. Still, Aurelia's support is appreciated. They made it up to the shrine without issue and that fluttering that's so familiar to her flares in her belly. Maeve lets Aurelia start them off, glancing back at Ray to offer a reassuring smile before focusing forward once more, holding her offering tightly in her hands. Her heart flutters against her ribs, a nervousness curling through her that she has grown used to when coming to see her goddess, but it is like that of a child excited for their mother to see their play. She hopes that Safrin is pleased with what they've managed.
Only when the Fireheart finishes, does Maeve step forward, placing her now open offering onto the shrine next to Aurelia's. The earrings the perfect counterpart to the necklace. Two stardrops made of silvery stained glass, glinting in the flickering flames of candlelight, "This region needs to heal."
The Nightshade begins, lifting her chin, "There has been too much brought to our shores that have had detrimental effects on our people. We would like for the fountain that resides in the Court of Stars to be able to heal the same as any of those who have mastered the ability can." She takes a breath, squaring her shoulders before pressing on, "Healing magic is hard to come by and if we are meant to be a shelter to those who live within our region, then we would like a way to heal them too." Maeve finishes, grasping her hands in front of her, resting lightly against the swell of her belly.
Maeve places her offering of stardrop earrings on the shrine and proposes their idea for the RQ.
They want to make the fountain in the Court of Stars have the ability to heal the same as mastered healing.
Fight so dirty, but your love's so sweet Talk so pretty, but your heart got teeth
Appearing in a bright and luxurious burst of starlight, Safirn both is and isn't surprised that Aurelia and Maeve have called her down so quickly. It is soon after their coronation to be sure, but then, she selected both the Nightshade and Fireheart for their ability and drive to do what was needed.
"I excepted nothing less of my queens than to put the needs of Torchline front and centre." Safrin beams at Aurelia and Meave for a long moment, before sweeping her gaze toward the others who have assembled as well. Looking towards the offerings brought, the goddess's lips twist into pretty shapes. "You know you don't need to bring me such things.." It was Safrin's vanity that made her say it, but it would also be Safrin's vanity that reigned starfire on them if they ever failed to bring them. Such was the game, and she was pleased that her queens understood.
'Of course we can make the fountain waters capable of healing...though we'll need everyone to pitch in..."
Tasks. There is no time limit. There are currently 20 active Torchers. This means 10 unique characters have to participate. Characters can participate more than once. Aurelia and Maeve must participate in at least 2 threads each.
1. A PQ of 6 (or more) Torchers going to King's End to bring a unicorn herd (5 unicorns at least) back to Torchline. They must go through the Feverlands and Oerwoud on their way back. The thread will be split each time they enter into a new land.
2. A thread of 3 torchers visiting Frey's Breath and bringing back a significant amount of water with them.
3. 3 threads of those with healing magic, or other light-based magic purifying the fountain and the area around the courthouse
* 50% of those with Torchline as their citizenship must participate in at least 1 thread, contributing at least 3 posts. All members of government must participate. Leaders must participate twice.
As always, there is an immediate wave of warmth that settles over her as Safrin appears and she smiles brightly at her herald, nodding demurely at the mention of the offerings. "Perhaps not, but you are more than deserving of them. It is the least we can do after all you've done for us." Maeve replies sincerely, well aware of the game and more than willing to play. Even still, her words hold nothing but truth as she gazes up at Safrin with bright eyes.
Glad that their idea is well reserved, Maeve straightens, nodding as she makes a mental note of all that is necessary to complete this task. "Thank you, Safrin. We'll get started on this as soon as we can." She looks to Aurelia for confirmation, knowing the Fireheart is likely already coming up with a plan. There is a lot to do, but Maeve is confident they're more than capable.
~FIN <3~
Fight so dirty, but your love's so sweet Talk so pretty, but your heart got teeth
