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ɴᴀᴛʜᴀ orbiters ❰ mod collective ❱ ([personal profile] natha) wrote in [community profile] nysalogs2017-11-03 05:28 pm

❪ october plot conclusion; wyver takes ❫



THE END TO THE EPIDEMIC    

On the morning of November 3, there is a palpable buzz on the streets as both the natives of Wyver and Olympian refugees share the same sentiment: excitement. Word will quickly spread that a cure to VIOLET2710 has finally been developed and is ready for mass dissemination.

Throughout the city, the cure can be found at any of the numerous small temples and outposts of the Altar of Volkkra. The shamans of Volkkra will happily distribute the cure to any of the ill in need of it, without restraint. A joint venture between both Olympia and Wyver, citizens of both are granted equal access. As the lines form, the shamans will ask that able-bodied persons administer the cure to themselves and to others. Don't let the needles scare you! It'll only hurt a little.

At each of these outposts, signs will be posted giving credit to those who aided in the creation and manufacture of the cure:

Claire Fraser
Amaterasu
Pike Trickfoot
Charles Xavier
Alan Foster (Bruce Wayne)
Keyleth
Rosalind Lutece
Shinjiro Aragaki
Mipha
Wrathion
Dorian Pavus
Merlin
Morrigan
Clarke Griffin
Rose Lalonde
Peter Parker
Linnaeus
Zelda
John Watson
You Watanabe
Jean Grey
Mikleo
Daenerys Targaryen
Dylas
Frankenstein
Waver Velvet

As they distribute the cure, the shamans will note that those receiving the cure should give thanks to those named. Without their contributions, it may have taken much longer for the cure to be found and created in large enough quantities to save everyone.
SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO?    

With Olympia and Wyver's fragile alliance still in effect and a cure to VIOLET2710 distributed, Olympia finally opens its gates once again to Refugees if they feel a little homesick. High-speed transportation will be available at record low costs as politicians, merchants, and other business owners desperately hurry home to salvage whatever they can from the terrorist attacks.

Refugees are advised to remain in Wyver until food rations can be recovered and the water can be decontaminated. However, those more personally attached to Olympia may discover that the city is preparing a mass call for volunteers that will go out in the near future. In the meantime, and understandably, you should do what you can to help the Wyver people. The Dragon city has started posting quests, not only for you to do your part, but for the Wyver people to gauge your worth as visitors to their sacred land.

Thesa also has an interest in the unfolding events. Refugees have now been exposed to both lands, and certainly some will find themselves more invested in one side than the other. Darma finally wakes from slumber to observe, and while she is thankful that Refugees are immersed in her world, there is something foreboding on the horizons. On the night of the 3rd, Darma will appear in your dreams for a conversation.


It has been some time, Refugee... ah, no, certainly not for me. I am Darma. It is my hope that Sael as served you well in my place. The Natha do not feel, but I must express gratefulness that I am able to return to you.

My greeting extends to both old and new faces. As we watch you, we see that this world and its people have begun to influence your hearts. In time, your loyalty to either of these lands, to Olympia or to Wyver, shall affect how you are seen by the other side. As observers, we are unable to provide either region a winning edge. Thus, once you pledge loyalty to one, you cannot use Thesa to teleport to the other.

Choose wisely, or choose none at all. There is no war for those who do not wish to see it. For those who do... if I may be prudent— this alliance will not last. Keep your friends close, Refugee, for they may not remain so if your allegiances conflict.



You will wake before you get a chance to reply.
THE UNDERLYING PROBLEM IN THE UNDERGROWTH    

The locals often speak of a cursed place deep within Wyver territory, confounded by the spirits of dragons who passed long ago: those who still wish for vengeance on the people of Olympia for their untimely deaths. Though these stories began as nothing more than urban legends among the raiders and shamans, over time the idea has become mainstream. So much that the rumors have started causing unrest between the people of Wyver and their guests. More than a few people within Wyver have used these rumors as justification for opposing the current alliance with Olympia.

Many Wyver locals see these rumors as a sign that their ancestors disapprove of the alliance. As a result, those in charge have decided that it would be prudent to mitigate some of the anxiety from either side. Those who are willing to look into these rumors further will find themselves lead towards the darkest parts of Wyver, deep within the Undergrowth in a region devoid of light. The faint of heart will be advised against delving further.

Common among these rumors are accounts of people being attacked by an unseen enemy, or talk of possession and out-of-body experiences. Those who press on will find that the culprit is none other than a new, undocumented beast.

This creature is able to camouflage itself perfectly to its environment. This, paired with darkness of the deep Undergrowth, makes this beast nearly impossible to detect with the naked eye. The creature also release a noxious gas that can spark a range of emotional responses: some may grow hysterical, while others may be consumed by despair. The effects only last for minutes, though some may linger in the back of one's mind for hours after. While the creature does not actually attack people directly, the other beasts of the Undergrowth may take advantage of its victims.

Fortunately, Wyver is not looking for the creature's capture. They respect the delicate balance of the jungle as they see themselves as its protectors. For now, they only desire more information about this creature in order to assuage the people. Good luck and do your best to keep your wits!

ALRIA'S FULL MOON    

While Olympians worship the ever-present light of Thesa, the people of Wyver are captivated by the smaller, yet ever-changing Alria. Alria cycles in and out of the night sky much like what denizens of Earth would remember as lunar phases, and those who are familiar with that may notice it is very similar to their own. And likewise, the creatures, men and women of Wyver are affected when Alria transitions into its full moon phase.

  • DRAGONS & LUNATICS —
    The dragons are restless. Perhaps because this particular full moon is accompanied by far more human scent than they are typically used to, but there's no doubt that they are eyeing humans as they do fresh prey. That is exactly why humans or human-like refugees will be tasked to tame a particularly rowdy dragon stable.

    The dragon mounts at Lhongha Stables have broken free from their homes, roaming aimlessly in the deep undergrowth. You and another will be advised to strip down to your undergarments (it's hot, relax a little, human!) and lure the dragons back to the stables with your bodies. Rowdy dragons do love their human flesh! "Just a hunch," says the owner of the stables, "But I bet they'll come running faster if they smell your human blood."

    He laughs as he hands over a pocket knife if he sees you're not carrying a weapon. The owner assures you that the dragons have been trained not to attack unless told to, but who knows how serious he is about that?

  • JUNGLE HEAT (NSFW) —
    The full moon affects Wyver in other ways as well. While Olympia has a district blessed by Thesa's light all year long, Wyver only feels it at a certain time of the month. "The Heat" lasts for a full week starting on a full moon. You'll see it everywhere. Olympia has its lust confined in a single district, but in Wyver, during the phase of the full moon, the lust is everywhere. The people of Wyver will be friendlier then, offering you ale and meat. They sing songs of destroying their enemies up north, but even the native Olympians won't be able to will themselves to be angry when Alria shines upon them.

    Perhaps you'll be find yourself affected, too, by Alria's light. And it's okay to get touchy; it isn't like the locals care about public displays of affection when they most certainly are getting handsy themselves.

  • THE PACT OF VOLKKRA
    Shamans, too, participate in celebrations of Alria's full moon. During the event, the shamans will give pairs each a couple of blessed dragon teeth necklaces. Wyver tradition states that if a shaman approves you as a pair, then you are granted a chance to form a Volkkran Pact. This pact, the shaman will explain, will bond a pair as an unstoppable team, granting one another a small influence on each others' powers.

    "King Shanrian and his Pact, Counsel Shenya benefit from this. Shenya was granted physical strength, and our King his Counsel's perception. It has made quite a difference."

THE VOLKKRAN PACT AT NAMARAK SUMMIT    

Despite being mistaken for a pair, there is no need to take the shaman's advice. The necklace will disappear if the Pact isn't completed in a week's time. However, if the Pact's benefits might be something of interest to you and your partner, then you'll be advised to travel further south, until you reach Namarak Mountain. At the summit, you'll find an altar, where you and your partner are expected to return the necklaces and make a vow to support one another.

The shaman there isn't particularly interested in what you do to complete the Pact. In fact, many people who attempt the Pact tend to... go a bit further than is necessary, when it can be achieved through a simple kiss between the partners.

The Volkkran Pact's effects are immediate upon physical contact. Each Pact can be broken through a special process with the head Shaman, but there needs to be at least a month's time before one can sever it. The pairs may be fake and still receive the benefit of the Pact, though they may find that sharing power with someone they are not truly committed to is a mistake.

NOTE: Players may be creative about what powers can be shared. The recipients of the such powers can never be granted its full strength, but it may be strengthened with Wyver REP rewards. Please note that PCs does not need to pledge allegiance to Wyver in order to keep the Volkkran Pact; they will only need 10 Wyver REP in order to strengthen it. Refer to the questions thread below if you have any questions.
BUILD-A-BLADE WORKSHOP    

Sirod, the weapon's head shopkeeper, is interested in procuring a few materials for his clients. While these clients have already collected the claws of larger beasts and various other parts needed to create their new weapons, they are still missing some rare, necessary items. In particular, they are still missing the following:

  • High Prisms — These tiny crystals attach themselves to the branches of older trees. They tend to hang near the tops of them, hiding in the shadows of the leaves. Unfortunately, retrieving them requires one… to climb. Hopefully you got a lot of tree climbing practice as a kid. Who knew that skill would ever come in handy?

  • Crystal Drop — These are normally found near bodies of water. Especially water that has been enchanted, past or present. The drops tend to cling to the floors of these mystical streams and lagoons. Those seeking them will also have to be careful not to be affected by the water’s properties. Perhaps that's part of the trick of gathering them.

  • Frozen Mylan Root — Mylans are a type of live vegetation that grows on Namarak Mountain. Constantly roaming in the warm seasons, they root themselves into fertile earth during the winter where they sleep until spring, making the snowy mountain ideal to acquire the roots. Plucking them from the ground takes strength, and slicing them will prove equally difficult... and of course, there is a blood-curdling scream when you wake it from its slumber. Well, it wouldn't be a real test of strength and emotional fortitude otherwise.


Those who retrieve any of these items will be rewarded 100 Silver.
FINAL OOC NOTE    
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1 SILVER = 1 US DOLLAR.
meinwaifu: hand chin (HEH ♪)

[personal profile] meinwaifu 2017-11-06 01:17 am (UTC)(link)
[Uh-huh]

Well, I suppose it wasn't as strong as mine was... but do have a glass of water sometime in the next half-hour? I'd hate for you to experience a hangover so soon after becoming well again.

[...]

[Even if it'd be kinda funny.]
fakers: (pic#11659664)

[personal profile] fakers 2017-11-06 01:19 am (UTC)(link)
[ a little pda, no. but this is definitely going beyond the realm of just "pda" now, especially as the moaning right behind him grows louder by the second. he opens his mouth to speak, though he's cut off as suddenly a loose article of clothing hits him in the face. he just... lets it remain there for a moment... before angrily snatching it off him, and throwing it to the floor. ]

Foolish comes to mind. [ he growls; he'd turn around to confront the couple behind him, but at this point he really doesn't want to see what they're doing.

in fact, he'll just walk passed diana to make some more room between himself and them. even without looking, just listening is enough to tell him what's happening. well, that and the fact that he was just holding someone's trousers. ]
poolhall_killer: ([Xrd] showing off)

[personal profile] poolhall_killer 2017-11-06 01:22 am (UTC)(link)
Good. I'll still dive in if you're in need of help. Or if your haul is substantial.

[He's not sure how big these crystal drops can get, after all. And admittedly Venom is looking over his friend, noting the toned frame. He's no Lord Zato, but he's not bad looking at all.]
meinwaifu: hand chin (I don't dislike those human qualities ♪)

1/2

[personal profile] meinwaifu 2017-11-06 01:24 am (UTC)(link)
[Even without his teleporting, this was unfair for a lot of reasons. Reasons he'll be all too happy to show Jae-ha after he wins.]

[But for now: the all-important sexual tension. He leans in as well, speaking low and counting off in a language Jae-ha might have heard him use before, lips nearly brushing against Jae-ha's and staring into his eyes--]


Eins, zwei--
meinwaifu: (How can the devil be this cute ♪)

[personal profile] meinwaifu 2017-11-06 01:25 am (UTC)(link)
[POOF]

[Guess who's now got on hell of a headstart? He's laughing as he calls out--]


--drei!

[AND OFF HE GOES WITH ANOTHER POOF]
cutefaced: and some morals (i need water)

[personal profile] cutefaced 2017-11-06 01:27 am (UTC)(link)
Don't tell me what to do! You're not my father.

[...uh.

Okay, yeah, just leaving that there.]
Edited (she doesn't say "dad") 2017-11-06 01:28 (UTC)
wondie: (58)

[personal profile] wondie 2017-11-06 01:29 am (UTC)(link)
Quite, aren't they?

( the couple she's managed to inadvertently unite is quite busy already, and Diana imagines that she is a completely forgotten thought for the both of them. the thought does not seem to bother her much.

she offers Exile a smile in greeting, before shrugging bared shoulders.
) I don't mind it, I confess. I grow weary of sex and desire being taboo. It should be open, not hidden.

( THIS OPEN THO, DIANA... those guys are rounding the bases 2 feet from you....... ok whatever you say.... )
rhygret: (this guy amirite)

[personal profile] rhygret 2017-11-06 01:31 am (UTC)(link)
[ Rhys takes up a seat and flags down a waitress, rubbing the back of his neck. ]

Not...really? I mean I can sort of remember most of the first stuff, but then it all gets muddled. I knew I was sick for a long time but I had no idea it'd been a whole month, you know? One minute I'm in my house and then next I'm in the city that's supposed to hate us.

--No offence. [ TO THE WAITRESS...LMAO... ]
meinwaifu: (Truly fascinating isn't it ♪)

[personal profile] meinwaifu 2017-11-06 01:31 am (UTC)(link)
Goodness, I should hope not! That would be rather difficult to explain to Jae-Hak.

[Yona don't say weird things, he'll say weird things back??]

But I am your teacher, aren't I? I'm not telling you this to baby you -- it's simply good sense to stay hydrated when one drinks. I'll probably be having some as well... ah, and maybe something to snack on. A good drink just doesn't sit well on an empty stomach.
cutefaced: you can't judge, you're over here condoning murder (so what if i'm attracted to older guys?)

[personal profile] cutefaced 2017-11-06 01:34 am (UTC)(link)
I'll drink water when you drink water!

[...so, uh, get on that, Mephisto? Or don't, if you think her being hungover would be funny.]

And I'll eat when you eat, too. I'm not sick anymore, so maybe it will even taste good.

[Don't tell anyone who made her food while she was sick that she said that. (Sorry Slaine.)]
ax: (Default)

[personal profile] ax 2017-11-06 01:36 am (UTC)(link)
[ it's freezing, but as they trek up to the summit shinjiro pulls off his own scarf to drape it over haru's shoulder anyway without a thought. it takes some fortitude not to shiver when a wisp of icy wind grazes against his face, creeping down his neck, but if anyone should have a scarf it would be her. besides, there's so much light coming from the temple, and from what he could see in this distance, there's a roaring fire. ]

Yeah.

[ they can get out of the cold, and get a box or a bucket to put those noisy plants in. shinji has pretty much entirely forgotten about the necklace sitting around his neck.

the drumming gets louder and the air is noticeably warmer the closer they come. there are people, parting way for the both of them as they proceed. it's a little strange, when shinji notices at they're at the center of attention at the moment. yet... nothing seems to be dangerous right now.

there's someone who looks like the leader standing next to the fire. he spreads his arms and welcomes them, speaking rapidly about something that shinji could hardly make out. the gestures at the necklace is obvious enough. he turns to haru, frowning. ]


-- Hey, you know what he's talkin' about?
wallofbriggs: (035)

[personal profile] wallofbriggs 2017-11-06 01:39 am (UTC)(link)
[Survival of the fittest, if he made it out alright, then he was supposed to.

Besides, he didn't ask for her help.

Even in her current state of mind, she recognizes him. They've run into each other at the most interesting of times. She tries not to think of that too much or she'd have to get up and leave, however. Or she'd try. It's surprising how strong this alcohol is.
]

You owe me a silver.

[She lost the one she'd tossed.]
wondie: (76)

[personal profile] wondie 2017-11-06 01:40 am (UTC)(link)
( Diana is very patient with the amorous attitudes of Wyver, this is true, but she also hasn't had someone's pants thrown over her face. it's possible she may be less amused by the state of things then. as it is, well... she would feel badly to laugh, though she can't quite help the smile she tries to cover with her fingers.

sorry, Archer. that's pretty funny, as long as it is happening to someone else. she does turn to face him, and her body blocks the worst of the human knot forming behind her. she's not heartless, it seems.
)

Is it so foolish to embrace your passions? ( someone argue yes, especially in unsanitary conditions, but that isn't the point! ) I grow weary of sexuality being treated as a vile taboo. I appreciate their candor, if nothing else.
originallutece: the ojigi tried to eat the delivery boy again (talk; w e l p)

[personal profile] originallutece 2017-11-06 01:42 am (UTC)(link)
[Excellent. She brightens up a fair bit, even as the waitress shoots Rhys a dirty look. She still takes their orders, though, so at least they've got that going for them.]

Fortunately, beyond that, you didn't miss much. And there are worse things to wake up to than a strange city determined to have a week-long orgy because of a natural event that occurs once a month.

[A beat. She sips at her drink and adds:]

But not many.
juniberries: (wide eyed like what)

[personal profile] juniberries 2017-11-06 01:43 am (UTC)(link)
[She's okay. She's okay. She's okay. She's--

She brings her hand up to her nose, running her finger below it and feeling the familiar warmth of blood trickling down. Unlike before, it at least resembles a light nosebleed, but it still reminds her just how weak she feels and her shoulders tremble a bit in frustration.

It's then that she hears Keith, and she turns to look at him, eyes wide.
]

Keith... [Her memories are vague, fuzzy, but she remembers something bad happening between the two of them. Bruises at his neck, Lance bringing her to bed--

She balls her hand into a fist, and she turns away, groping at her bedside table for tissues instead, holding it to her nose.
] I-I'm fine.

[A pause, she continues to dab (a word forever ruined) her nose until she's certain the bleeding has stopped.]

...or...well...I... [awkward. she clears her throat, looking to him and folding her hands on her lap.] Thank you.
meinwaifu: hand chin (Ain't that cute? ♪)

[personal profile] meinwaifu 2017-11-06 01:43 am (UTC)(link)
[Don't rush him!! He wants to let himself get drunk first before he starts diluting it because that's how this works, obviously.]

Have you not had a proper meal since getting well? [Proper meaning tasty, yes.] My, then you must be famished! Or at least, that was certainly the case with Mr. Okumura. Honestly, that boy probably could have eaten an entire buffet by himself after taking the cure.
wallofbriggs: (057)

[personal profile] wallofbriggs 2017-11-06 01:47 am (UTC)(link)
[All she really catches of that was cold. Hell, she didn't have a chance to get used to normal temps after living at Briggs for so long. And this place was definitely hotter than she was used to. Hotter than it's been for some time as well.]

Let's go and get this over with then.

[She may need a hand getting herself stable at first, but she's got this.]
fakers: (pic#11659670)

[personal profile] fakers 2017-11-06 01:47 am (UTC)(link)
[ ugh, at this point it's too late to hide it. ]

The beasts are drawn to blood. [ he'll just run a finger across his own palm to drive the point home. ]
razzledazzles: (❀ 027)

[personal profile] razzledazzles 2017-11-06 01:50 am (UTC)(link)
[Don't be a brat about it... And Jae-Ha looks at him from the side...

And then moves to try and grab his wrist holding the blade!!! Give it...]
razzledazzles: (❀ 190)

[personal profile] razzledazzles 2017-11-06 01:50 am (UTC)(link)
I don't know...

[He draws it out, bringing his fingers to the side of her face as he leans a little closer. He's so tempted.] A pirate-at-heart like me shouldn't be allowed so close to a fair maiden's heart.
razzledazzles: (❀ 182)

[personal profile] razzledazzles 2017-11-06 01:50 am (UTC)(link)
[That is the cutest thing... He wraps his fingers around her hand for a light squeeze, holding it back.]

Then why don't I start by taking you for a little ride? Would you like to soar across the skies?
razzledazzles: (❀ 203)

[personal profile] razzledazzles 2017-11-06 01:50 am (UTC)(link)
I... can't.

[It's fear paralyzing him now, mixing with the despair. It has him frozen, unable to move his leg through emotions alone. But that in itself strikes a heavier fear into him, and though he's reaching for JJ to try and pull him closer, to shield him, he's shaking a little himself.]

My leg won't move. It won't... [What are they supposed to do??]
razzledazzles: (❀ 206)

[personal profile] razzledazzles 2017-11-06 01:50 am (UTC)(link)
[The hand is surprising at first, but the atmosphere has Jae-Ha relaxing into it after a flinch. He reaches up to cover it with his own.]

But are you also feeling the effects yourself?
razzledazzles: (❀ 154)

[personal profile] razzledazzles 2017-11-06 01:50 am (UTC)(link)
[To be fair, it was entirely Jae-Ha's intent to distract him and take off... but he was waiting for three to do it. Darn. He was being too fair. The moment three hits, he jumps, soars, as fast as he can, to the top.

Even if Mephisto is a cheater and can teleport, the rush that comes from soaring will have him in high spirits and very excited once he touches down at the top in front of a startled shaman.]
wondie: (83)

[personal profile] wondie 2017-11-06 01:51 am (UTC)(link)
( well, that really depends on how you define one not out to kill everyone in the near vicinity. as far as Diana can tell, the dragons are a bit on the violent side. if Hawke intends to ride one, she will need to be quite careful. still, we all need dreams, right? live your best life, Hawke!!

Diana stays low, hoping not to catch the attention of the creature when she is supposed to be running instructions, and not for her life. the magic sparklers do the trick, and while Diana is surprised she can't deny they are quite efficient in drawing the attention of the dragon.
)

Very well. I would start to run now. ( if Hawke can't tell, the slithering mark on the horizon is suddenly growing quite closer. )