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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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punshots: (✘ hudson.)

[personal profile] punshots 2017-11-07 06:07 am (UTC)(link)
[ He moves across the room to perch next to her on the end of the bed, the goodie bag on his lap. As he opens it, Alisaie will spot more than just cheesecake in there. There's an assortment of treats, because he knows her too well, and with all they have to celebrate...why stop at just cheesecake? ]

Now that you mention it... [ When...was the last time he showered...he runs a hand through his hair. ] I, uh, should probably do the same.

[ But not just yet. Not until they've spent a little more time together. He just got back!

Prompto brushes a knuckle across her rosy cheek. ]
You have no idea...how good it is to see you like this again.

[ Or maybe she has some idea. His relief has been palpable since she woke up, thick upon the air. ]
deathstiny: (.:: and you can never get it spotless)

[personal profile] deathstiny 2017-11-07 06:08 am (UTC)(link)
Walnut. I must say, I have been called a great many things, but that is a new one.

[Wrathion is quick to join him in the water, immediately swimming to the bottom with the intent of grabbing another jewel.

He stays down for an exceedingly long time, and only resurfaces once he gets the sense that Merlin is starting to wonder where he's gone.

Luckily, his proximity means the water is a little less cold.]


I'll have you know, I ate the last person who insulted me.

[A very blatant lie.]
cutefaced: and fuck your stupid hat (fuck you)

[personal profile] cutefaced 2017-11-07 06:08 am (UTC)(link)
[Yona shifts, just slightly, to press her lips to his cheek. ...she doesn't quite have the courage to go for a full-on kiss after what she did to him while she was sick, but she wants him to know that she's here for him.]

I'll be here with you for as long as it takes you to figure it out. I promise, Jae-Ha.
originallutece: the only sensible person in the room (talk; why must I always be)

[personal profile] originallutece 2017-11-07 06:09 am (UTC)(link)
Of course they have them. But I've never seen something so intricate before.

[Weirdly, this is true. I'm surprised too, but hey, turns out Victorians were super into tattooing, the more you know.]

I hardly want you to bleed out, but one drop of blood shan't do us any good.
cutefaced: so they can attempt to fully understand the complexities of my existence (i plan to donate my brain to science)

[personal profile] cutefaced 2017-11-07 06:09 am (UTC)(link)
Hmmm...

[Decisions, decisions.]

I want to go to the most beautiful place you've managed to find so far!
adelphoi: (lxv)

[personal profile] adelphoi 2017-11-07 06:09 am (UTC)(link)
[ ahh right.. i can see the roleplay now.. ]

Hmm..

[ alisaie eyes the camera critically for a moment, then lifts it up, peering at him through the viewfinder - remember those days when she looked through the lens? ah, their youth. anyway. ]

What is it you are meant to say? 'Cheese'?
cutefaced: so that i don't slow down to say it on my way to get the fire extinguisher (i'm saying "i told you so" now)

[personal profile] cutefaced 2017-11-07 06:10 am (UTC)(link)
[She is absolutely going to insist about it, so have fun springing for food and drink, Mephisto.]

I like the way the peach one tastes, though. It's good enough for now.

["For now"

...she'll probably change her mind by the time she gets to the bottom of her new glass.]
cutefaced: (28)

[personal profile] cutefaced 2017-11-07 06:12 am (UTC)(link)
What if we got both?

[Double the shiny objects!]
politrick: (pic#11522540)

[personal profile] politrick 2017-11-07 06:12 am (UTC)(link)
[He'd wonder if he wasn't now soaked in magic water and feeling very irritable and soggy about that. No, that's a lie, he's definitely irritable and soggy but he also definitely does wonder, peering at the spot Wrathion vanished from and waiting... waiting...]

Walnuts are very robust. [yyyes?] Perhaps I was only making an observation.

[But he does flick some water at him. Can't really deny that.]
politrick: (pic#11522537)

[personal profile] politrick 2017-11-07 06:12 am (UTC)(link)
Thank you... [Feels a little off to be using a handkerchief to wipe blood off himself, but sure, he can work with it. As for tidbits...]

That depends on what surprises you, I think.
cutefaced: i've never had so much fun while being told my life decisions are questionable at best (thanks for last night)

[personal profile] cutefaced 2017-11-07 06:13 am (UTC)(link)
I hope so too.

[There's a bit of a pause, and then Yona smiles a little sheepishly.]

Thank you for your help, um...?
meinwaifu: hand chin (How unfortunate for you ♪)

[personal profile] meinwaifu 2017-11-07 06:13 am (UTC)(link)
[LAUGHS]

My, such a swift refusal! Goodness, it was only a joke to lighten the mood. You're a rather serious boy, aren't you?

[He turns on his heel, headed out towards the door.]

In any case, we best think of a plan. Do you have any experience dealing with wild animals?
cutefaced: (25)

[personal profile] cutefaced 2017-11-07 06:14 am (UTC)(link)
No, it's okay. You were thirsty.

[The click of the lock is audible in the quiet; Yona takes a moment or two to study his face.]

Um... have you been awake this whole time?
punshots: (✘ depth.)

[personal profile] punshots 2017-11-07 06:14 am (UTC)(link)
[ You're a true bro, Merlin...and once Prompto's panic abates and he takes his hand, clambering to his feet, he claps Merlin on the shoulder. As true bros deserve. ]

Guess that branch had other plans, huh?

[ He chuckles. SEE, IT'S FUNNY NOW, because he's no longer about to die. ]

Thanks, man. Seriously, I owe you one! [ He gives Merlin's shoulder a hearty shake. ] For the cure, too.
terrantrash: (22)

[personal profile] terrantrash 2017-11-07 06:15 am (UTC)(link)
[There's an awkward shift of his weight from one foot to the other as he stands awkwardly by the door. He doesn't want to lie to her.]

I have, yes.
cutefaced: (17)

[personal profile] cutefaced 2017-11-07 06:17 am (UTC)(link)
...but you were tired enough to fall asleep right away earlier...

[What's different this time? ...ah. The difference is that she's made him sleep with her instead of just in the same room as her; her expression falls a little.]

Is it my fault?

[personal profile] judicia 2017-11-07 06:18 am (UTC)(link)
Hawke. ( Her name comes out as an exasperated sigh. He hasn't begun to strip down himself, but he may as well start, since he knows he's going to be stuck doing this whether he wants to or not. Hawke has that kind of effect on him. )

We are not fighting a dragon for free drinks. I'll buy you a drink if we make it out of this without anyone losing a limb.
punshots: (✘ infrared.)

thank u....

[personal profile] punshots 2017-11-07 06:18 am (UTC)(link)
[ Snapping a photo is always the responsible thing. If anyone understands this, it's Prompto, don't worry.

He casts a look around - but carefully, not wanting to jostle the branch too much. He's one mis-swing from falling and breaking his neck, and he'd really rather avoid that. ]


Uhh...over there? [ He points to a branch that's a little further down and to the right. ]

Might be able to jump for it...buuuuut it might just snap and send me to my death, anyway.
deathstiny: (.:: and the clean coming)

[personal profile] deathstiny 2017-11-07 06:18 am (UTC)(link)
[He flips some of his black now-curling hair out of his glowing red eyes, taunting Merlin the gem he had just retrieved.]

That is not what it sounded like. It sounded like a curse -- a poorly worded one, perhaps.

[The water forces one of his eyes closed, but he realizes that (regardless of intent), he'd managed to compliment him again.

He thinks.]
adelphoi: (RKZxAyB)

[personal profile] adelphoi 2017-11-07 06:19 am (UTC)(link)
[ oh be still her heart, are those butter cookies?? alisaie leans in close to look into the bag, and the scent wafting up from it is heavenly, sugar and butter, vanilla and fruit, mmm. he's too good to her!!

but her gaze flickers up to him again when he touches her cheek, and she can't stop her smile from spreading across her face. alisaie was afraid, certainly - afraid of dying, afraid of leaving the world before finding her absolute fulfillment, afraid of leaving him behind to mourn alone, heartbroken and torn up inside. still she knows that her own fear was a different flavor from his own. she has grieved so many times over lost friends and loved ones, the ache of that loss is something terrible and fierce and he had come so close to losing her..

so that sense of relief, she recognizes it, she has known it intimately. there is nothing so good as the feeling of knowing someone you love is still with you when you were so certain they would not be. ]


I should thank you.

[ she says, softly, turning her head to kiss his knuckle, to nuzzle his palm. ]

For everything you did for me. And before you say it's nothing I will tell you that it was not nothing. I would have been much worse off without your care. You kept me strong.
frombetrayal: (030)

[personal profile] frombetrayal 2017-11-07 06:20 am (UTC)(link)
Eh?

[Demon? Haru blinks a few times, startled, and then shakes her head. Well, she supposes she can understand why someone might think that - Milady does cut a rather intimidating figure...]

She's my Persona. Together, we make quite the formidable team!

[She smiles easily.]

I'll cast it upon myself in a moment - I need to give her a bit of time to rest before I call upon her again.
punshots: (✘ dynamic.)

[personal profile] punshots 2017-11-07 06:21 am (UTC)(link)
[ He sputters a moment, caught between an objection and his lingering shock, before finally spitting out: ]

Hey, that was a once in a lifetime shot! Here, take a look -

[ He starts fiddling with his camera once more, before he cuts himself off and directs. BACK TO THE OTHER THING. ]

Wait - hang on! Leeeet's just take a step back here for a moment and consider the fact that you just teleported me!
politrick: (in the land of old sonora)

[personal profile] politrick 2017-11-07 06:22 am (UTC)(link)
[Well he did call him a walnut and that's pretty open to interpretation.

Does he... not have to dive again, this time? He's not content but more or less resigned to stand here waist-deep in cold water and banter his way through this.]


I could say it again, if you like. Really put the emphasis on it.
originallutece: NOBODY'S FLUSTERED STOP TALKING (talk; i'm not flustered you're flustered)

[personal profile] originallutece 2017-11-07 06:24 am (UTC)(link)
I beg your pardon--

[Except then he's off, and she hardly wants to distract him. Rosalind takes a few steps back, standing next to the pen with a frown.

The dragons are intrigued, at least: their heads are pricking up, nostrils flaring as they stare at Anders. And ah, here they come: slowly at first, but gaining speed.]
punshots: (✘ red eye.)

[personal profile] punshots 2017-11-07 06:25 am (UTC)(link)
[ Well, that's certainly an improvement, anyway. ]

"Cheese", sure, buuuut I don't think "carbuncle" is a bad alternative, either.

[ Yes, those were the days... ]