Talis Ragingstorm
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 128 
Age: 112
Physical Description: Talis is roughly average height for an elf standing at just over five foot seven. He has a slim build, with lightly toned muscles thanks to years running in the forest. His hair is short and white as snow, his eyes a bright amber, and his features sharp and angular.
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Clothes and Equipment: Summoner gi, ritual knife.
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Registered: Apr 14, 2016 21:26:52 GMT -8
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Post by Talis Ragingstorm on May 4, 2016 14:57:57 GMT -8
"Maybe she wanted a pretty necklace as well!"
Talis chirps as he rolls aside. He wasn't one to get between a mother and it's child. He cranes his neck and notices that the rest of the tribe was approaching. The elders would probably want to scold him for summoning the river spirit. That sounded like not fun so he pops to his feet and grins at the Earthwarden as she plays with the baby. He takes off at his odd sprinting skip and calls over his shoulder in after thought.
"I am going to go help Intaja help Iania! It was good meeting you Earthwarden and baby dragon!"
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Iania Whisperwind
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 133 
Age: Roughly 150 years.
Physical Description: Tall, with a lithe and lightly muscular build, Iania has the delicate features and pointed ears attributable to all Elvenkind. She has green hair which falls to mid-thigh and hazel eyes that tend to vary between shades of brown and green. She has a few tattoos scattered across her body.
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Clothes and Equipment: Typically, Iania wears plain brown leathers. When out patrolling, she wears armor (cuirass, fauld, and tassets) made of an odd, flexible, silvery wood that is impenetrable and impervious to magical effects, along with leather bracers and greaves. This is often accompanied by a brown cloak made to blend in with bark and leaves. Around her waist she wears a belt on which rests a quiver of arrows, and she carries an enchanted longbow, as well as a blowgun and a variety of darts with different poisons applied to their tips.
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Player's online availability : Variable; usually afternoons and evenings. (PST)
Registered: Apr 14, 2016 11:45:58 GMT -8
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Post by Iania Whisperwind on May 4, 2016 21:26:27 GMT -8
Iania didn't stop running, veering wide around the incoming horde of their people, until she had reached one of the oldest trees in the forest, deep in its heart. Its trunk was so wide around that four of her could reach around it and still not be able to touch fingers. Finally halting, out of breath, she glanced over her shoulder, and spotted the glimpse of not just Intaja, but Talis, following her. Her expression filled with anger, and she snapped in their direction.
"What are you doing? Go back to the Earthwarden, or something. I just want to be alone." She turned back to the tree and began to ascend its trunk, her fingers and bare toes finding purchase in the ancient and weathered bark, seeking out knotholes and random protrusions in the ancient oak's surface, as she began to climb upwards. Iania felt most at home in the trees, after all. It was where she went when she needed to think, or when she was upset. She just wanted to be left to herself.
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Intaja II of the Sodalite
Established
Roleplay posts: 47
Age: ???
Physical Description: A short, skinny, blue eyed woman. Solid, straight black hair. Her blue eyes glow softly in the shadows. She has olive skin. She appears to be in her late 20s, though her real age is unknown.
Clothes and Equipment: Mostly rags, a small journal filled with runes.
Registered: May 31, 2015 20:29:38 GMT -8
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Post by Intaja II of the Sodalite on May 6, 2016 15:40:24 GMT -8
Intaja appeared very confused. She decided to ignore Iania's orders and follow the elf up the tree, climbing with only slightly less proficiency than her old friend. When she finally got to where Iana was, she hopped onto a tree branch. "Va'nei wants to speak to the other elves. She'll be busy for some time."
After a few seconds of gathering her thoughts, she spoke. "I have a theory as to why the Earthwarden chose Talis instead of you. You know of all the elves, Talis has been the one who has most favored re-establishing contact with the humans. He's the least concerned with the consequences of revealing ourselves to them. He makes rash decisions, but they're not harmful decisions. He is brash... especially compared to Havador, the second bearer of the crystal. Havador is a wise human, but he is conservative with his power. He is foresighted and looks to the horizon for possibilities, including potential dangers to our people. He's kind of like you... maybe too much like you. And I, well, I'm-"
She held out her pendant and showed it to Iania. "I'm kind of in the middle. I think a lot, but as a Sodalite it is my duty to become more than what I am, to explore my other sides. In the end what I seek to do is simply the right thing over all, which can mean a rash decision or a foresighted one. So you see, all three of us think differently, which means we can recognize and respond to different threats, by summoning the Earthwarden if necessary. By giving a crystal to each of us, she ensures that no matter what danger might befall the Expanse, someone will recognize it. So, in a funny way, she didn't choose you because you're too mature!" Intaja grinned. She hoped her explanation made sense and that she didn't muck it up by ranting like she usually did.
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Talis Ragingstorm
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 128
Age: 112
Physical Description: Talis is roughly average height for an elf standing at just over five foot seven. He has a slim build, with lightly toned muscles thanks to years running in the forest. His hair is short and white as snow, his eyes a bright amber, and his features sharp and angular.
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Clothes and Equipment: Summoner gi, ritual knife.
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Registered: Apr 14, 2016 21:26:52 GMT -8
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Post by Talis Ragingstorm on May 6, 2016 17:05:08 GMT -8
"You always want to be alone!"
Talis quipped as he ambled up the tree after her. He settles in next to Intaja and listen to her trying to comfort Iania. He had absolutely no idea what the girl was talking about. Near as the young elf could tell Iania wanted a necklace like the one the Earthwarden had given him. Odd that she hadn't just asked Va'nei for her own, but whatever. Pulling it off his neck he offers it to the older elf grinning cheerfully.
"If you wanted it you could have just asked! I don't mind! I don't know even know why she gave it to me in the first place! Maybe it was the thing Intaja said! I dunno I was mostly playing with the baby dragon! He was sooooo cute Iania! You should have given him pets!"
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Iania Whisperwind
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 133
Age: Roughly 150 years.
Physical Description: Tall, with a lithe and lightly muscular build, Iania has the delicate features and pointed ears attributable to all Elvenkind. She has green hair which falls to mid-thigh and hazel eyes that tend to vary between shades of brown and green. She has a few tattoos scattered across her body.
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Clothes and Equipment: Typically, Iania wears plain brown leathers. When out patrolling, she wears armor (cuirass, fauld, and tassets) made of an odd, flexible, silvery wood that is impenetrable and impervious to magical effects, along with leather bracers and greaves. This is often accompanied by a brown cloak made to blend in with bark and leaves. Around her waist she wears a belt on which rests a quiver of arrows, and she carries an enchanted longbow, as well as a blowgun and a variety of darts with different poisons applied to their tips.
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Player's online availability : Variable; usually afternoons and evenings. (PST)
Registered: Apr 14, 2016 11:45:58 GMT -8
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Post by Iania Whisperwind on May 6, 2016 17:20:47 GMT -8
Iania settled on one of the big lower branches, and then settled in.. only to groan in frustration when she realized that both Intaja and Talis had followed her. Drawing her knees up against her chest and wrapping her arms around her legs, she eyed the girl and pursed her lips at the blatant attempt to cheer her up. It didn't really work, however, and she just grumbled and huddled further into herself.. then stared at Talis in horror.
"Talis, that is an enchanted talisman from the Earthwarden herself, to use to contact her if there was trouble here! I can't just take it, or ask her for one! It's a great honor and you should keep it even if I think you're an irresponsible pain in the ass and I wish you would just leave me alone!" Rising to her feet, she turned and began to climb up the tree even further, moving as fast as she could, to try and leave them behind. She just wanted to be alone.. even away from Intaja, who she adored.
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Intaja II of the Sodalite
Established
Roleplay posts: 47
Age: ???
Physical Description: A short, skinny, blue eyed woman. Solid, straight black hair. Her blue eyes glow softly in the shadows. She has olive skin. She appears to be in her late 20s, though her real age is unknown.
Clothes and Equipment: Mostly rags, a small journal filled with runes.
Registered: May 31, 2015 20:29:38 GMT -8
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Post by Intaja II of the Sodalite on May 6, 2016 22:45:59 GMT -8
Intaja sighed. "Well, don't be jealous for too long... it's pointless." Intaja found herself suddenly being more solemn in tone, though she gently put her hand on Iania's shoulder. "You've taught me so much and help me grow as a person, don't forget to teach yourself once in a while."
With that she turned to Talis. "Hey Talis, help me with my spirit sensing! I think I've almost got it. We'll be back soon Iania!" She starts to shimmy down the tree, beckoning the reckless Talis to follow her.
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Talis Ragingstorm
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 128
Age: 112
Physical Description: Talis is roughly average height for an elf standing at just over five foot seven. He has a slim build, with lightly toned muscles thanks to years running in the forest. His hair is short and white as snow, his eyes a bright amber, and his features sharp and angular.
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Clothes and Equipment: Summoner gi, ritual knife.
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Registered: Apr 14, 2016 21:26:52 GMT -8
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Post by Talis Ragingstorm on May 7, 2016 9:20:47 GMT -8
"That's what this is for? Neat! But you are right Iania she really should have given it to you! You are the responsible one! Still I will do my best! You should try and feel better soon though! I know your hair is green, but you shouldn't be jealous!"
Talis seems unfazed by the insults as he slips out of the tree and after Intaja. He hadn't realized the necklace was that important. Even he knew it was silly of the Earthwarden to give it to him. Honestly if he had his way he wouldn't even be around to send out a call. Ah, well it was his thingy at least until he lost it! Humming he follows Intaja and laughs at her request.
"Okay! First step is you have to open your mind! Apparently this doesn't mean take a nap though! Even though meditation involves closing your eyes and I napped and contact the spirits! So I don't know what the elders were talking about..."
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Va'nei Dha'zhi, Earthwarden
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 323
Age: Way too old for any shenanigans.
Physical Description: In her natural form, Va'nei is a dragon. A very very large dragon. She stands 90' tall at the shoulder, and her wingspan is 480'; her body is long and slender, for a dragon, at 230' long. Her tail is longer than that of the average dragon, longer even than the rest of her body at a total 270', and dwindles to a long, thin, prehensile point capable of great dexterity and precision. She is ancient and colossal, an earth dragon of great wisdom, and appears to be covered in leaves, moss, and vines. Her eyes are a vibrant shining gold in both forms. In her human shape, she is humorously small compared to her dragon form. An average 5'6" and slender, she has long green hair and lightly-tanned skin; her skin retains a faint iridescent scale pattern, seen in certain angles of light.
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Clothes and Equipment: When in her dragon shape, Va'nei carries no equipment. As a human, she wears layered green robes and a pair of thigh-high green heeled boots. She also wears a headband with a small feathered adornment just above her left ear, and a necklace comprised of carved crystal beads.
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Player's online availability : Evenings. (EST)
Registered: Feb 11, 2016 11:13:10 GMT -8
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Post by Va'nei Dha'zhi, Earthwarden on May 7, 2016 10:00:39 GMT -8
Va'nei spent a long time speaking with the leaders of the tribe of Elves, learning of what they'd been doing in her absence. It correlated with what Havador had told her, and she found herself nodding slightly as the tale ended. Finally she raised her head and fixed the Elves with a firm look from her golden eyes.
"You have done well in the long years of my absence, protecting this land and the people within it as I bade you do. But the time for hiding has now passed; these people no longer worship you as gods, and they will not do so. I have returned to guide this land and those who dwell within it, and I need you to continue serving your purpose.. but now in the open. I wish you to stop hiding within this forest. Go out among the Land-Tillers and share yourselves with them - be their friends as well as their protectors, their companions as well as their guardians. Share your knowledge with them, and be as of one people. This is my wish as the Earthwarden."
Magic rippled through the earth, a pulse that emanated from the body of the dragon itself. It would gently dismantle the wards that kept people out of the forest, leaving it open for the Land-Tillers to wander in and speak with the Elves. Looking quite pleased with herself, she smiled a draconic smile and settled in again. She would go hunting, soon, to feed Noroth, but she would remain where she was, for the time being.
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Iania Whisperwind
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 133
Age: Roughly 150 years.
Physical Description: Tall, with a lithe and lightly muscular build, Iania has the delicate features and pointed ears attributable to all Elvenkind. She has green hair which falls to mid-thigh and hazel eyes that tend to vary between shades of brown and green. She has a few tattoos scattered across her body.
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Clothes and Equipment: Typically, Iania wears plain brown leathers. When out patrolling, she wears armor (cuirass, fauld, and tassets) made of an odd, flexible, silvery wood that is impenetrable and impervious to magical effects, along with leather bracers and greaves. This is often accompanied by a brown cloak made to blend in with bark and leaves. Around her waist she wears a belt on which rests a quiver of arrows, and she carries an enchanted longbow, as well as a blowgun and a variety of darts with different poisons applied to their tips.
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Player's online availability : Variable; usually afternoons and evenings. (PST)
Registered: Apr 14, 2016 11:45:58 GMT -8
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Post by Iania Whisperwind on May 9, 2016 21:10:02 GMT -8
There was a ripple of magic, and Iania felt the wards that surrounded the forest disappear. Then she heard the whisper in the wind, the trees passing on the words of the Earthwarden; they were to hide no longer, they were to go out and make themselves known to more than just the Sodalites.. to all of the Land-Tillers.. perhaps even all of the world? Iania had never wanted to leave the forest before. She'd only done it on three occasions: To retrieve one of the younglings when they'd wandered out in curiosity. To chase off a maddened bear that had threatened the herds. And then to retrieve Talis and Intaja from the festival earlier that very day.
Things had changed.
Acting on impulse (which was very much a rarity for her), Iania stood on the branch that was her perch, and began running. When she reached the end of the branch, she threw herself off of it and into the next tree, landing easily. Then she sprinted along the length of the bough toward the trunk, hopped from branch to branch until she reached the other side, and continued running. This process repeated itself until she reached the edge of the wood, whereupon she didn't stop. She took a flying leap, tucked into a quick flip, hit the ground and rolled.. then once she found her feet, she just kept on running. The tribe didn't need her.. they had Talis. She was free.
It was terrifying.
<Exit the Forest>
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Post by Deleted on May 10, 2016 17:48:44 GMT -8
Noroth was staring wide-eyed at all the people... there were so many... and then he felt the rippling sensation in the earth. It was so potent to him, making him quiver down to his very mineral-enriched bones. His head whipped around as if to try and see the ripple in the ground, and then his nose was to the very earth as he sniffed around - his behind waddling up in the air as he went. This led him without any heed to the edge of the water - and then he tumbled in with a yelp.
There was a major disturbance across the water's surface as he flailed about with a high pitched squeal - the water was cold! He clambers up onto the shore again, flopping and rolling about in the grass to dry off. When he finally finished he lay on his side, looking up to his mother with wide, innocent eyes.
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Intaja II of the Sodalite
Established
Roleplay posts: 47
Age: ???
Physical Description: A short, skinny, blue eyed woman. Solid, straight black hair. Her blue eyes glow softly in the shadows. She has olive skin. She appears to be in her late 20s, though her real age is unknown.
Clothes and Equipment: Mostly rags, a small journal filled with runes.
Registered: May 31, 2015 20:29:38 GMT -8
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Post by Intaja II of the Sodalite on May 10, 2016 22:25:46 GMT -8
Meanwhile, away from the meeting, Talis and Intaja continued to train.
Intaja took a deep breath. "Ok... ok..." She sat in a lotus position and began to meditate in front of Talis.
She meditated and she meditated. A very real psionic aura was starting to appear around her. In fact after a while she was floating two feet off the ground in deep meditation. But as usual there were no spirits.
What was she doing wrong?
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Talis Ragingstorm
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 128
Age: 112
Physical Description: Talis is roughly average height for an elf standing at just over five foot seven. He has a slim build, with lightly toned muscles thanks to years running in the forest. His hair is short and white as snow, his eyes a bright amber, and his features sharp and angular.
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Clothes and Equipment: Summoner gi, ritual knife.
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Registered: Apr 14, 2016 21:26:52 GMT -8
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Post by Talis Ragingstorm on May 11, 2016 14:37:34 GMT -8
"What are you doing?"
Talis's face pops right in front of Intaja. The elf was hanging upside down from one of the branches. After the Sodalite had floated up she had gotten right in his face. Once the girl is looking at him and/or startled enough to drop to the ground he will say with a grin.
"The spirits are right there Intaja! All you have to do is let them in! Just open the door! You are trying to go out with a broom and shoo them into your house!"
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Intaja II of the Sodalite
Established
Roleplay posts: 47
Age: ???
Physical Description: A short, skinny, blue eyed woman. Solid, straight black hair. Her blue eyes glow softly in the shadows. She has olive skin. She appears to be in her late 20s, though her real age is unknown.
Clothes and Equipment: Mostly rags, a small journal filled with runes.
Registered: May 31, 2015 20:29:38 GMT -8
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Post by Intaja II of the Sodalite on May 14, 2016 17:17:08 GMT -8
Intaja gives a little shriek and falls on her bum. She stands up indignantly and wipes the dirt off.
"You know how hard it is for me to stop thinking. Ok, I'll try again."
Intaja sits down, gets into a lotus position, and resumes meditating. This time she silences her thoughts and tries to be aware of her surroundings without actually reaching out to them, maintaining a peaceful heart.
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Va'nei Dha'zhi, Earthwarden
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 323
Age: Way too old for any shenanigans.
Physical Description: In her natural form, Va'nei is a dragon. A very very large dragon. She stands 90' tall at the shoulder, and her wingspan is 480'; her body is long and slender, for a dragon, at 230' long. Her tail is longer than that of the average dragon, longer even than the rest of her body at a total 270', and dwindles to a long, thin, prehensile point capable of great dexterity and precision. She is ancient and colossal, an earth dragon of great wisdom, and appears to be covered in leaves, moss, and vines. Her eyes are a vibrant shining gold in both forms. In her human shape, she is humorously small compared to her dragon form. An average 5'6" and slender, she has long green hair and lightly-tanned skin; her skin retains a faint iridescent scale pattern, seen in certain angles of light.
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Clothes and Equipment: When in her dragon shape, Va'nei carries no equipment. As a human, she wears layered green robes and a pair of thigh-high green heeled boots. She also wears a headband with a small feathered adornment just above her left ear, and a necklace comprised of carved crystal beads.
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Player's online availability : Evenings. (EST)
Registered: Feb 11, 2016 11:13:10 GMT -8
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Post by Va'nei Dha'zhi, Earthwarden on May 14, 2016 17:19:46 GMT -8
Satisfied with what the tribe elders said in response to her decree, Va'nei scooped up Noroth and stood, holding the hatchling to her chest so that the vines could wrap over him and hold him secure. "I will be staying within these lands for the next few days. I want to see you out among the Land-Tillers." Spreading her wings, she took to the skies. She'd find something for herself and Noroth to eat, and then she'd locate a place for them to bed down for the night.
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Talis Ragingstorm
Dedicated
Roleplay posts: 128
Age: 112
Physical Description: Talis is roughly average height for an elf standing at just over five foot seven. He has a slim build, with lightly toned muscles thanks to years running in the forest. His hair is short and white as snow, his eyes a bright amber, and his features sharp and angular.
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Clothes and Equipment: Summoner gi, ritual knife.
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Registered: Apr 14, 2016 21:26:52 GMT -8
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Post by Talis Ragingstorm on May 17, 2016 10:35:22 GMT -8
Talis continued to hang watching as Intaja struggled to empty her mind. Which was silly your mind didn't need to be empty it needed to be inviting! Good thing she also stopped fumbling around trying to reach out. Now that she was just sitting with the door open one of the spirits may get curious. In fact he could see a wind spirit swirling around her head. It tasted the air around her and then tentatively brushed it's conciousness against hers. As long as she didn't over react she would hear it's voice. Spirits didn't communicate with words though, the communicated in what they new. The air spirit would send a warm breeze trailing through Intaja's head, a warm greeting.
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Intaja II of the Sodalite
Established
Roleplay posts: 47
Age: ???
Physical Description: A short, skinny, blue eyed woman. Solid, straight black hair. Her blue eyes glow softly in the shadows. She has olive skin. She appears to be in her late 20s, though her real age is unknown.
Clothes and Equipment: Mostly rags, a small journal filled with runes.
Registered: May 31, 2015 20:29:38 GMT -8
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Post by Intaja II of the Sodalite on May 17, 2016 15:32:39 GMT -8
Intaja could sense it. She tried to think. Inviting... inviting... inviting...
Intaja tried visualizing herself as shapeless mass of air, a cloud of sorts, gently floating in the sky.
Maybe the spirit wanted to play with her?
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Clio of the Kush
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Roleplay posts: 55
Registered: Apr 10, 2016 0:29:56 GMT -8
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Post by Clio of the Kush on Oct 8, 2016 20:12:48 GMT -8
Clio comes to the home of the Sodalites to deliver Kush goods. She left Tommy to watch over her plantation while she is gone. She hoped that Tommy and the plantation would be alright, and that Tommy wouldn't get in or cause trouble.
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Intaja II of the Sodalite
Established
Roleplay posts: 47
Age: ???
Physical Description: A short, skinny, blue eyed woman. Solid, straight black hair. Her blue eyes glow softly in the shadows. She has olive skin. She appears to be in her late 20s, though her real age is unknown.
Clothes and Equipment: Mostly rags, a small journal filled with runes.
Registered: May 31, 2015 20:29:38 GMT -8
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Post by Intaja II of the Sodalite on Oct 8, 2016 21:31:11 GMT -8
As Clio moves through the forests, she hears rapid movement through the trees. Both the Elves and Sodalites are known for their incredible speed through even thick forests. Of course she isn't being ambushed. Most of the figures flying through the branches are just going about their daily business.
As she heads deeper into to the forest she'd start to see massive treehouses, trees with homes carved right into them, and various mud dwellings on the ground.
Suddenly she'd hear a burst of air behind her. If she turned around she'd see a peculiar, relatively short looking girl wearing a passable tank top and skirt made of a straw-like material. The girl had light skin and jet black hair. Her eyes would have been dark, but they had a faint blue luminosity to them.
"Hi!" The girl stood very rigidly with a bright friendly face. She was waving a single hand back and forth.
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Clio of the Kush
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Roleplay posts: 55
Registered: Apr 10, 2016 0:29:56 GMT -8
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Post by Clio of the Kush on Oct 9, 2016 18:00:42 GMT -8
"IGE-!" Clio jumps out of surprise. She turns to see Intaja. "H-hello! Sorry, you just gave me a little scare. I'm Clio of the Kush Clan, I've come to trade goods."
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Intaja II of the Sodalite
Established
Roleplay posts: 47
Age: ???
Physical Description: A short, skinny, blue eyed woman. Solid, straight black hair. Her blue eyes glow softly in the shadows. She has olive skin. She appears to be in her late 20s, though her real age is unknown.
Clothes and Equipment: Mostly rags, a small journal filled with runes.
Registered: May 31, 2015 20:29:38 GMT -8
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Post by Intaja II of the Sodalite on Oct 11, 2016 17:40:52 GMT -8
A few more strange, blue-eyed people started to come out of the huts. They came in all shapes and sizes, but most of them had dark hair and glowing eyes. They mostly wore plant material clothing. A lot of them carried books.
"Oh, of course. You can trade as much as you want here with us, that is if we have anything to trade, assuming what we have to trade is valuable to you and what you have to trade is valuable to us, not that I presume what you'd have to trade wouldn't be valuable to us or what we have wouldn't be valuable to you." Intaja noticed she was still waving her hand and grabbed her other hand to stop her initially waving hand. Now she was no longer waving her hands.
The other Sodalites made their way to Clio. There was an old man who peered curiously at Clio's wears. "AHH YAH! HAVEN'T SEEN YOUR KIND AROUND IN FOREVER! WHATCHA SELLING THIS TIME?!" He was very excited.
There was another girl, with a face like Intaja's, but otherwise much taller and butchier looking. "Sup." She said.
From up above a few elves watched curiously. Some of them were inspecting their pouches to see if they had anything useful to bargain with. A tall, roguish looking elf in leather armor did hop down from one of the trees, holding a bag filled with precious stones. He called out to the others in an odd language before nodding politely to Clio.
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