Giant's Hand
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Roleplay posts: 22
Registered: Aug 11, 2018 12:28:30 GMT -8
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Post by Giant's Hand on Dec 27, 2018 19:14:58 GMT -8
The Rich Man's Strand East of the Teng Valley and slightly north of the river that splits Toragana lies a calm refuge for ships of various sizes. Although no outpost or manmade structures are in sight, the location proves surprisingly useful location for ships wishing to weather storms or to put down anchor and head ashore. Wildlife in the surrounding area is plentiful and for any skilled fisherman it is a trivial matter to bring in a plentiful haul of fish. Past the rocky shoreline lies forest that then give way to more hilly and mountainous terrain as one heads further inland. Written by Wishsolen
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Makhaya the Prophet
Established
Roleplay posts: 22
Age: 47
Physical Description: A sensible looking Gorilla who has grown accustomed to standing as the humans do. His fur is a darkish charcoal color while the fur on his head is a bit brown. His teeth are surprisingly white.
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Clothes and Equipment: Wears a bright yellow, almost golden colored stole around his neck. Can usually be found in plain robes of a dark gray color. Wears a beaded necklace with a banana shaped pendant on the end of it. Carries a metal staff with a single golden banana resting on top of it.
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Allegiances: Order of the Banana
Registered: Oct 22, 2016 8:18:49 GMT -8
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Post by Makhaya the Prophet on Dec 27, 2018 19:20:52 GMT -8
If one was to stand on the shoreline, they would see a rather peculiar sight, to say the least. It was clearly a seafaring vessel that was approaching, but to simply call it a ship wouldn’t do it justice. Both the front and back of the vessel were rather deeply curved, steps embedded at numerous locations on the deck of the craft to keep its occupants upright. The color of the vessel was a bold yellow, clearly whoever rode on this ship had no fear of being spotted. Even massive sails that propelled it forward were yellow in color, although a softer and more calming hue of it. Any who were familiar with bananas would immediately see what the design of the ship mimicked. Makhaya stood the prow of the ship, hands clasped together in prayer, eyes closed. Although precariously close to having a single misstep send him tumbling overboard, his strong toes gripped the decking of the ship and gave him steady footing despite his position. Taking in a deep breath, the gorilla slowly smiled as the scent of bananas and salt filled his nostrils. They had banana oil aplenty and it was being put to good use on the ship. It had taken many days and nights, but finally, they were approaching the coast of Toragana. Turning away from the distant outline of the mainland, Makhaya ambled over to Rune, his recently hired bodyguard. Despite him being young, Makhaya had a good feeling about the man's abilities, that arm wrestling match had certainly been an intriguing demonstration. “It’s been a bit of a trip, but we’ve finally arrived here, Master Rune. From afar, the terrain looks a bit rocky. Do you think we will be able to use donkeys for transportation or will we need to continue our journey on foot?”
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Rune Naimon IV
Committed
Roleplay posts: 63
Age: 19
Physical Description: Rune is an androgynous young man, easily described as beautiful as he leans more on the feminine side. He is 164cm (5'4") tall and weighs 56kg (123lbs). His hair and eyes are noteworthy features, their colors bright and dazzling, yet unnatural. His hair is a light pink and his eyes a vivid purple. His hair is very long, reaching to his waist. He commonly wears his hair in an elaborate braid with various ribbons.
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Clothes and Equipment: Rune usually wears an elaborate set of ornate armor that seems to be rather lacking as far as pure protection goes, foregoing such elements for more aesthetic purposes in some areas. Along with this he wears a white furry cloak. One should note that his armor is adorned with numerous magical enchantments.
At his belt he wears a simple sword, though it is also a heavily enchanted weapon with the ability to reshape itself extensively, such as into different weapons.
Image of equipment: https://i.imgur.com/bJvBzot.jpg
Aside from his combat gear, Rune will usually wear whatever he feels like wearing.
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Registered: Feb 13, 2018 18:11:26 GMT -8
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Post by Rune Naimon IV on Dec 29, 2018 11:26:36 GMT -8
Rune looked up from where he had been leaning over the railing throwing up one last time. He groaned in relief, "Ah finally... I hate boats..."
He stood up straight then, joining Makhaya standing proudly on the prow and surveying the land ahead, "The donkeys should be able to carry us at least partway through the forests and hills, though we will have to leave them at the mountains, I think."
This much Rune was able to discern even with the land still being a distant outline, he apparently had pretty sharp eyesight.
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Makhaya the Prophet
Established
Roleplay posts: 22
Age: 47
Physical Description: A sensible looking Gorilla who has grown accustomed to standing as the humans do. His fur is a darkish charcoal color while the fur on his head is a bit brown. His teeth are surprisingly white.
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Clothes and Equipment: Wears a bright yellow, almost golden colored stole around his neck. Can usually be found in plain robes of a dark gray color. Wears a beaded necklace with a banana shaped pendant on the end of it. Carries a metal staff with a single golden banana resting on top of it.
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Allegiances: Order of the Banana
Registered: Oct 22, 2016 8:18:49 GMT -8
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Post by Makhaya the Prophet on Dec 30, 2018 16:52:45 GMT -8
Makhaya offered a sympathetic glance at Rune as he hurled the contents of his stomach over the railing of the ship. It was unfortunate he had to endure the trip in such a state, but with any luck, they would be on land within the hour. Normally he’d offer the holy fruit as a cure for most illnesses but in this case...
“I’m glad to hear that. Although I certainly don’t mind walking, I would prefer to keep up our strength for as long as we can. I shall have the men get the donkeys onto one of the rowboats along with some supplies. We shall be taking a different rowboat as the one with our mounts in it is likely going to be a bit cramped and I’d like to start surveying the shore as soon as possible.”
Waiting around twenty minutes or so, Makhaya finally deemed themselves close enough to the shore for the ship to drop anchor. Motioning Rune to join him and a few of his followers in one of the several rowboats they had, Makhaya made no waste having the boat carefully lowered from the deck of the ship down to the water below. Once it was safely detached from the main vessel, the two followers he had brought along began rowing the pair towards the shore.
“Well, it’s a bit of a shot in the dark, Master Rune, but do you have any suggestions in which direction we should travel in if my goal is to find the local people of this place? We could travel west, towards the inland, or we could try and follow the coast and see where it leads us.”
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Rune Naimon IV
Committed
Roleplay posts: 63
Age: 19
Physical Description: Rune is an androgynous young man, easily described as beautiful as he leans more on the feminine side. He is 164cm (5'4") tall and weighs 56kg (123lbs). His hair and eyes are noteworthy features, their colors bright and dazzling, yet unnatural. His hair is a light pink and his eyes a vivid purple. His hair is very long, reaching to his waist. He commonly wears his hair in an elaborate braid with various ribbons.
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Clothes and Equipment: Rune usually wears an elaborate set of ornate armor that seems to be rather lacking as far as pure protection goes, foregoing such elements for more aesthetic purposes in some areas. Along with this he wears a white furry cloak. One should note that his armor is adorned with numerous magical enchantments.
At his belt he wears a simple sword, though it is also a heavily enchanted weapon with the ability to reshape itself extensively, such as into different weapons.
Image of equipment: https://i.imgur.com/bJvBzot.jpg
Aside from his combat gear, Rune will usually wear whatever he feels like wearing.
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Registered: Feb 13, 2018 18:11:26 GMT -8
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Post by Rune Naimon IV on Dec 30, 2018 17:19:43 GMT -8
"I don't know. I would say to follow the shoreline to find people, but I've never been to this place," Rune said. He was currently seated in the rowboat, on the middle bench focusing ahead towards the land and nowhere else. The rowboat was much bumpier of a ride than the ship, and the choppy waters near the shore did no favors for Rune's seasickness.
Still, the pair reached the shore without much trouble. Rune breathed a sigh of relief as he got off the boat, his white leather boots crunching as he stepped onto the grey rocks that made up the small gravel beach they landed on.
"Ah boy... It's pretty windy here too," Rune complained, brushing aside a few strands of his long hair as it whipped about in his face.
Besides the gusting winds, was the sound of seabirds constantly cawing as they glided in place on the cool winds coming off the ocean, staring down at the strange newcomers from above with their beady black eyes. Further up shore, the gravel beach gave way to rolling hills, and even further in the distance loomed the distant shadow of a mountain to the north.
In the meantime, Rune helped get his donkey off the boat and mounted up.
"Whatever path you choose, Makhaya, I'm ready to accompany you!"
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Makhaya the Prophet
Established
Roleplay posts: 22
Age: 47
Physical Description: A sensible looking Gorilla who has grown accustomed to standing as the humans do. His fur is a darkish charcoal color while the fur on his head is a bit brown. His teeth are surprisingly white.
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Clothes and Equipment: Wears a bright yellow, almost golden colored stole around his neck. Can usually be found in plain robes of a dark gray color. Wears a beaded necklace with a banana shaped pendant on the end of it. Carries a metal staff with a single golden banana resting on top of it.
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Allegiances: Order of the Banana
Registered: Oct 22, 2016 8:18:49 GMT -8
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Post by Makhaya the Prophet on Dec 31, 2018 21:39:18 GMT -8
Makhaya nodded in approval at Rune’s suggestion of following the shoreline, it made sense there would be at least some villages or towns near the coast. Climbing out of the boat as it finally reached the shore, Makhaya began to investigate the immediate area, sniffing a bit to see if he could smell anything unusual.
“Follow the shore we shall then. I propose we head north along the shore and take shelter in the nearby forest at night when we need to make camp. If we fail to find any signs of civilization following the north coast for several days, we can start heading north-west. There appear to be mountains directly to the west, so even if we fail to find anything following the shore north, we can at least avoid traveling through such treacherous terrain.”
Following Rune over to the boat with the donkeys in it, Makhaya did the same as his bodyguard, coaxing the animal out of the boat and onto the shore. Checking that the saddle and his belongings were secured on the animal, Makhaya climbed on his mount and started it off at a slow walk along the shore.
“I’ve instructed my followers to stay anchored here for as long as they can. They have a few of my priest with them, so food shortages won’t be a problem. Pirates or raiders on the other hand… I shall pray to the Great One to keep them hidden safely from such fiends. With any luck Master Rune, we will find a coastal village and I shall be able to spread the Great One's teachings to them!”
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Rune Naimon IV
Committed
Roleplay posts: 63
Age: 19
Physical Description: Rune is an androgynous young man, easily described as beautiful as he leans more on the feminine side. He is 164cm (5'4") tall and weighs 56kg (123lbs). His hair and eyes are noteworthy features, their colors bright and dazzling, yet unnatural. His hair is a light pink and his eyes a vivid purple. His hair is very long, reaching to his waist. He commonly wears his hair in an elaborate braid with various ribbons.
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Clothes and Equipment: Rune usually wears an elaborate set of ornate armor that seems to be rather lacking as far as pure protection goes, foregoing such elements for more aesthetic purposes in some areas. Along with this he wears a white furry cloak. One should note that his armor is adorned with numerous magical enchantments.
At his belt he wears a simple sword, though it is also a heavily enchanted weapon with the ability to reshape itself extensively, such as into different weapons.
Image of equipment: https://i.imgur.com/bJvBzot.jpg
Aside from his combat gear, Rune will usually wear whatever he feels like wearing.
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Registered: Feb 13, 2018 18:11:26 GMT -8
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Post by Rune Naimon IV on Jan 2, 2019 11:35:19 GMT -8
Rune spurred his donkey forward, riding alongside Makhaya.
"On the other hand, I would be surprised if we run into any bandits or anything of that nature on our travels. Away from any roads or civilization as we seem to be, I would be more worried about the wildlife..."
Rune was a monster hunter before starting the Naimon company, and still is. So he had a pretty good idea of just how vicious and deadly the wildlife could turn out to be in these unknown lands.
"So, what if the people don't take to your teachings?" he asked.
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Makhaya the Prophet
Established
Roleplay posts: 22
Age: 47
Physical Description: A sensible looking Gorilla who has grown accustomed to standing as the humans do. His fur is a darkish charcoal color while the fur on his head is a bit brown. His teeth are surprisingly white.
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Clothes and Equipment: Wears a bright yellow, almost golden colored stole around his neck. Can usually be found in plain robes of a dark gray color. Wears a beaded necklace with a banana shaped pendant on the end of it. Carries a metal staff with a single golden banana resting on top of it.
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Allegiances: Order of the Banana
Registered: Oct 22, 2016 8:18:49 GMT -8
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Post by Makhaya the Prophet on Jan 3, 2019 22:47:19 GMT -8
“Dangerous wildlife would be problematic, bandits could be taught the ways of the Great One but mere beast… Hopefully, you’ll be able to deal with any beast we run into!”
Makhaya glanced at the woods they were passing, his brow furrowing for a moment as he considered the potential predators that filled it. He didn’t exactly fear what threats were out there, he had the Great One’s protection after all, but it would be foolish to ignore obvious dangers.
“If the people don’t accept my teachings, I shall simply move on to others more receptive. It is my duty to spread the good word but it is not my duty to force it upon others. If they do not wish to follow the teachings of the Great One, that is their choice, but my duty to enlighten them will be fulfilled.”
Realizing he hadn’t properly anointed his mount, Makhaya reached into his pocket and produced a small vial of banana oil. Pouring some out onto his hand, he began rubbing it along the donkey’s head and neck until satisfied it was thoroughly massaged in.
“If you don’t mind me asking, how old are you, Master Rune? By my estimations, you have barely just become a man yet you carry yourself with the poise of a veteran.”
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Rune Naimon IV
Committed
Roleplay posts: 63
Age: 19
Physical Description: Rune is an androgynous young man, easily described as beautiful as he leans more on the feminine side. He is 164cm (5'4") tall and weighs 56kg (123lbs). His hair and eyes are noteworthy features, their colors bright and dazzling, yet unnatural. His hair is a light pink and his eyes a vivid purple. His hair is very long, reaching to his waist. He commonly wears his hair in an elaborate braid with various ribbons.
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Clothes and Equipment: Rune usually wears an elaborate set of ornate armor that seems to be rather lacking as far as pure protection goes, foregoing such elements for more aesthetic purposes in some areas. Along with this he wears a white furry cloak. One should note that his armor is adorned with numerous magical enchantments.
At his belt he wears a simple sword, though it is also a heavily enchanted weapon with the ability to reshape itself extensively, such as into different weapons.
Image of equipment: https://i.imgur.com/bJvBzot.jpg
Aside from his combat gear, Rune will usually wear whatever he feels like wearing.
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Registered: Feb 13, 2018 18:11:26 GMT -8
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Post by Rune Naimon IV on Jan 4, 2019 16:26:50 GMT -8
Rune nodded, "And I suppose I'm here in case they react particularly poorly, among other dangers..."
He caught a glimpse of Makhaya anointing the donkey, which was surprising, but perhaps something he should have expected. He wondered if Makhaya would anoint his donkey next. This mission would have been unbearable if Rune didn't like the smell of bananas, that's for sure.
"Your estimations would be correct, I'm 19. Though I am surprised by your comment, I feel I still have a lot left to learn..." Rune said with a small chuckle.
"How old are you?" he asked, as they ambled along on their donkeys, continuing along on the same line of conversation. He couldn't tell what Makhaya's age was at all by looking at him.
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The Order
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Roleplay posts: 30
Registered: Sept 29, 2016 14:08:40 GMT -8
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Post by The Order on Jul 15, 2019 8:03:30 GMT -8
One, two, three, many. Ships appeared in the horizon in a column nearly unending, varied heraldries on their sails. The ships were large adn heavily armed, but clearly overfilled with people who weren't soldiers with many women, children and elderly present. Once a set point was reached the vessels dropped anchor, and smaller boats went forth ferrying people. But perhaps more impressive would be a sound akin to a thunderclap before water parted forming a large canal of dry land across the ocean. Across it thousands more people walked, carriages were pulled and horses carried riders. The people once on land would waste no time with most setting up a campsite and the rest went off to scout. The refugees of Audria had come, and their industrious nature would be seen soon.
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