nysalogs | ❪ 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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[ Yeahhh, if nothing else, Prompto certainly knows how to make a first impression in a big way...

But even given his predicament, at the mention of Alisaie's name, he lights up, all bright-eyed and grinning, as if he's no longer, you know, hanging from a tree, but instead floating on air. ]

She told you about me? [ Look, he knows how she is, getting her to talk about that kind of stuff can be an Event. Color him impressed! And flattered. ]

[Hah. Look at him. Gaius can tell that he's lifted Prompto's spirits. To smile in a situation like this...that's an endearing personality trait. Gaius would never judge whether someone was right or not for someone else, but he does think Prompto seems like a good person...so far.

So maybe he'll reward that behavior with a little more ego boosting. It only seems polite.]

Yes, she did. It was the first thing she told me about when I visited, actually, aside from to wash my hands.

[He should. Help get him down? But that can wait a sec, right?]

[ I mean, sure, it'd be nice to not be stuck in this tree anymore, but Prompto is too enthralled by this topic of conversation to pay his predicament much mind. LET'S TALK ABOUT HOW HIS GIRLFRIEND WAS TALKING ABOUT HIM...

He sighs dreamily, hand fluttering up to his chest. ] Ah...I don't know if she told you this, but we're kind of...dating...

[ Look, he takes every opportunity to tell people this, even if he's hanging in a tree, possibly moments away from breaking his neck. Also, he knows Alisaie - she could have talked about him for hours without the word "boyfriend" ever leaving her lips. He's just being thorough. ]

[This is ridiculously precious. Gaius rubs his chin as he listens to the man in the tree. None of his friends have ever dated before, but this seems wholesome. What kind of person would he be if he didn't flatter Prompto a little? He seems to enjoy it.]

She did, actually. I'm happy for the both of you. Finding love after everything that's happened can't be easy, but you've done it anyways.

[And just like with Alisaie, he forces the word 'love' into the air. What else would he call it?]

My name is Gaius, by the way. It's a pleasure to meet you.

[...Well, he thinks he knows how he can get Prompto down, at least. Maybe.]

[ AND SHE MENTIONED THEY WERE DATING...ah, be still his poor, twitterpated heart. If Prompto finds anything strange about Gaius throwing around the word "love", he makes no sign of it. After all, that's what it is, and he, for one, has no problem calling it like it is. ]

Y-yeah. Let me tell you, neither of us really expected it happen.

[ He still can't believe it sometimes, how he'd gotten so lucky, but for how wrong things have gone since he got here, this one thing has gone absolutely right and now he's positively beaming because of it. ]

Hah - it's nice to meet you, too! Any friend of Alisaie's is a friend of mine. [ And, now that he's sortaaa remembering he's in a tree... ] You wouldn't happen to have, like...a ladder stashed away, would you?

She said as much herself, but she said it with a smile.

[Cute...he sounds so happy. And Gaius is impressed when people manage to find true happiness here. He's not exactly in the depths of despair himself, fortunately, but Prompto and Alisaie deserve their good fortune and each other.]

What's the problem, Prompto? Are you stuck, or are you worried you won't stick the landing? [Some people here have superpowers, after all.] I think I can help with both.

[But it might be sort of harrowing.]

[ She's been the anchor that's kept him from that sense of despair, quite honestly - but he'll spare Gaius from his poetic waxings about his perfect gf and actually, you know, focus on his current predicament for a change. ]

Yyyyyeah, it's both. [ Even if he could get loose, he's too high up for his improbable RPG parkour skillz to save him from breaking some bones. ]

Whatever you've got, man, I'm all ears.

[He'd be interested in hearing them. He doesn't have anyone like that for himself, and it does get lonely sometimes. That said, he's more the type to wish for friends over a romantic partner.]

I'm going to make a localized earthquake. That should knock you loose. [He pauses.] If you can't grab onto a lower branch after that, I'll have to get creative.

[But Gaius looks calm about this. Even though...he's never tried it.]

[ At Gaius's suggestion, Prompto looks momentarily nonplussed - okay, so he can make earthquakes, cool - but then he's nodding, picturing it in his head. It sure beats trying to fall and land in his arms, for both of them, and he's.....reasonably confident in his own coordination to grab another branch as he falls. ]

Creative...how, exactly?

[ He's a little morbidly curious, perhaps. HOPEFULLY IT DOESN'T COME TO WHATEVER HE MEANS. ]

Well, I'll cast a barrier on you. You'll still make impact with the ground, but it shouldn't hurt at all.

[But he'd still be making the entire fall? And it might still hurt some. Honestly, Gaius has never used his Adamantine Shield to protect from anything other than an enemy's attack. But. In theory. Impact is impact, right?]

[ Sure, sure! In theory...but hopefully it won't come to that. ]

Man, you've got some powers straight out of an RPG! [ looks directly into the camera ] O-okay, well, I - uh - I guess I'm ready as I'll ever be!

[ And probably the sooner the better, before this branch decides to break on its own. ]

[What's an RPG? He's filing that under questions to ask if Prompto survives.]

Alright! ARCUS, activate—

[First things first. The barrier, Admantine Shield. He keeps his eyes on Prompto as a golden light surrounds him before getting brighter and brighter before dissipating abruptly. And next...the earthquake. He thrusts his hand out towards the tree, now holding onto what appears to be a pocketwatch...the ground starts to shake, causing the soil to split and become uneven. He tries to keep the damage as subtle as possible to avoid hurting the tree.]

Get ready!

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