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❪ 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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sick-b-gone;
[Haru has never been more glad to hear about a newly-developed medicine than she is today.

She's not sick herself, but she knows plenty of people who are. It's probably impossible not to know at least one person who was affected by this. So here she is, up and at 'em and ready to go with helping to administer the cure.

Of course, on her way over, she'll keep an eye out for stragglers - anyone who seems like they're having trouble getting to where they need to be to get it.]

Please, allow me.

[...and she'll help support whoever might need that assistance all the way to the temples.

Once they're there, she keeps an eye out for anyone who might be having difficulty with the cure - either because they're too ill to keep the needle still, or because needles freak them out, or... any other reason, really. She's able-bodied, and she won't really feel satisfied until she sees as many people as possible on the road to recovery.]

They say it's a very quick process - just a small prick, and then you're done. [Is something she might say to someone who's looking unsure. It's accompanied by a soft smile.] Would you like a little help?

into the undergrowth;
[If there was ever a time to have an axe handy, it's now!

Haru's Phantom Thief garb doesn't exactly help her blend in, but it does make her feel more confident. And honestly, that's a must. This is a little different from fighting Shadows.

...not that it's going to stop her from investigating, anyway. Haru keeps her axe hefted up, the handle resting on one shoulder, and turns her attention to whatever poor sap has decided to come down here with her.]

Before we go too much further, there's something that I believe we ought to try.

fetch quests;
[Two heads are better than one, or so they say.

Sirod seems as though he's willing to pay well - and so Haru is willing to split whatever she ends up making with anyone who's willing to help her search. She's taken a few notes on the three types of materials they need to get, and now she's consulting with whoever she's roped into helping her.]

The High Prisms seem like they'd be the simplest to achieve, in theory, but if that's what everyone else is going for, then somebody is going to have to go after the others...

[Hmm.]

What do you think?

wildcard;
[If none of the above works for you, hit me with whatever! Alternatively, hit me up at

hungriest or by PM and I'll be glad to write up a personalized starter.]

[It's quite an outfit she's got, but Atsushi arguably doesn't look any more normal: to move through the jungle a little more easily (and not let her do all the work with that axe of hers!), he's transformed his arms and legs, almost a beast of the jungle, himself - except that his attitude is anything but, too polite if anything. He probably wasn't transformed when they first headed into the jungle, in which case he warned profusely, even apologizing a little, before going weretiger on her. It's a shock to see, he knows. Even other people with abilities don't usually change the way they look when using them.

But his ability is also an advantage they - or at least he - can't do without, in situations like this. Better safe than sorry.]

Yes? [He looks over, curious.] What is it?

[It's definitely something of a shock to see him change the way that he does - but, truthfully, even as a weretiger he's significantly less weird-looking than many of the Shadows she used to fight. It takes a little getting used to, but her adjustment period is smaller than it might otherwise be.

By now, she can even look directly at him without feeling unsettled.]

Well, we don't know when - or if - this creature might leap out at us. So some precautions might be in order.

[More precautions than axes and tiger limbs, anyway. Which aren't bad in and of themselves, but may not serve them all that well if they're caught by surprise.]

I can cast a spell which will turn any sort of physical force used against you upon your attacker, though it is only good for one hit before needing to be reapplied. Would you mind terribly if I cast it on you?

Not at all! In fact, I'd be grateful.

[Another magic user, huh? Magic seems more common than abilities here, and that still baffles him. There was no magic in his world at all, that he knew of.]

As you say, we have no idea what to expect... Even just avoiding a first surprise attack would be worth a great deal. Hopefully I'll be able to handle whatever comes next.

[So she doesn't have to, he means. He's a passing fair fighter, like this, and he heals... somewhat from most injuries, depending: if he can just avoid any first strike, he's cautiously optimistic about his chances.]

Wonderful. In that case...

[Well. Here they go. Haru brings up her hand to her mask, and without hesitation, she rips it from her face.]

Milady, come!

[The act of taking off a mask really shouldn't have as much of an effect as it does, but once the thing is ripped from her skin, a ghostly-looking figure appears behind her in a swirl of bustling skirts. Aside from the faint glow and how large it is, the most noticeable thing is that it lacks a head.

Haru doesn't seem all that surprised, though.

With a flourish of the fan it's holding, the Persona vanishes; Atsushi will feel its magic settle over him a moment later, like some sort of an invisible shield settling itself over his form. Anything that tries to physically attack him will be in for a surprise.

She'll get herself next, once Milady's had a chance to recharge.]

There. Remember, though, it only works once. But I'm sure you'll take full advantage of it if anything does knock itself out by trying to hurt you.

[It's a shock for sure, but not (only) for the obvious reasons.]

A demon?!

[At least two ladies in Atsushi's world had an ability that looked much the same, just more traditionally Japanese - though they did have a head... probably. Atsushi is starting to wonder what was under their masks, now.

The magic that follows is different, at least: that's a whole new sensation - and a lot more pleasant than demons that are mostly good for stabbing him with swords, truth be told. Still, he's a little shocked. Of all the people from home, he misses Kyouka the most, and seeing an ability similar to hers is as wonderful as it is a grim reminder.]

... I will, thank you. [And only then does he start to wonder about her own defense, having shamefully presumed she wouldn't give him something she couldn't spare.] Are you all right? That is: can your demon fight for you, or...?

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.

I see... [For what it's worth, he meant no judgment by that word. He is certainly shocked, though.] It's not so different from some abilities I know.

[So it has to recharge... Well, that's natural enough.] You didn't have to give it to me, first! For better or worse, my toughness is my main -...

[He stops mid-sentence, sensing something in the distance; he can't even tell whether he heard something or saw something or if it was just instinct, but there's definitely something there. Quickly, he transforms his eyes, hoping to get a better look... but there's nothing to be seen.]

Over there.

[It's the only explanation he gives, but then, it's the only explanation he can give. Maybe it's not even the creature they're looking for - he hadn't expected to run into that so soon, either - but something was definitely there, far away among the trees. If it's coming towards them, he can't tell, but he makes sure to take up position between where he sensed it and Haru, determined to protect her.]

Haru Okumura | Persona 5

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i now pronounce thee man and nnnnnnope - closed to shinji

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fetch quests

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