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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

An AC-eligible thread for 2 WYVER REP POINTS may be submitted from this log. SUBMIT THE THREAD HERE by DEC 10th 11:59 PM EST.

We will no longer be providing overflow posts. In an event where the post hits CAPTCHA, players are advised to move threads to an overflow post on their character journals or create their own catch-all post. These threads remain eligible for AC, AC Rewards, and REP.

1 SILVER = 1 US DOLLAR.

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[wow]

My, and what might that imply?

[He can see that scrutinizing look! She isn't even trying to hide it.]

[ wow u say.... but it is true

but no, she's not hiding it at all. neither is she hiding her arched brow, or the way her smile turns up at one corner. ]

You seem the.. indoor type, that is all.

[He chuckles at that, and allows a small amount of concession, despite himself.]

What can I say? Such is the life of a politician. But you must give me even a small amount of credit -- look at me now, out here, even helping catch your wayward prisms that fall to the ground.

I suppose so. Here you are beneath the boughs of a real, living tree. You have done well.

[ gold star for you ardyn, you get your going outside for some vitamin d merit badge. ]

But are you willing to do what it takes to net a prism for yourself?

[ is the promise of easy silver enough to get him scuttling up a tree?? inquiring minds must know. ]

[THE SUN IS FOR LOSERS just ask everyone back on Eos oh wait

And besides, scuttling up a tree? Why scuttle when there's a far easier way to go about it, anyway?]

Do you think I can't? I could acquire more than ten faster than you could gather three, my dear.

[And he sounds rather confident about that.]

[ wwwwoooooooowwwwwwwwww ]

Mayhaps you must put your gil where your mouth is.

[ tbh she has no doubt that he can do it, all things considered, but she's still gonna enjoy goading him into it. ]

[He seems vaguely more interested, but not because money is involved. Merely because there's a hint of a challenge to be had, and yes, he's very sure he can do it.]

Gil has very little use here, but silver... that might be something worth betting over.

[As if he even really cares about the state of his silver; as if he hasn't been frugal enough with it as it stands.]

[ ardyn it's an expression don't be a pompous ass, i know that's hard for you ]

I take it that means you're going to try?

Why not? O ye of little faith.

[An extension of his arm, and magic flickers at his fingertips, looking like shattered crystal. His sword appears literally out of nothingness, gripped in his hand. NO BIG DEAL.

Why does he need a sword to pick prisms, the world may never know. Or the world may find out in like ten seconds from now.]

Going to just watch, or will you try to outdo me as well?

[ magic is common on hydaelyn and alisaie can also manifest a pretty pink sword from her aether so as of yet she is only marginally impressed.. c'mon ardyn don't hold back!!

or okay, maybe do, she promised prompto she'd be, uh, careful. really tho, what does he need a sword for?? anyway, alisaie shrugs. ]

If you'd like to make a challenge of it, I won't shy away.

[that's not fair he wants a pretty pink sword too... and she doesn't need to be careful?? it's not like ardyn is going to use the sword on her gosh...

But a gesture up at the glittering prisms hanging above them.]

Then the first to gather ten wins. How about that?

[ she has a feeling she's gonna get stomped here.. but alisaie's competitive nature won't allow her to back down!! bring it, watermelon hobo!!

so she's bouncing on the balls of her feet, ready to pounce onto the nearest branch. ]

Understood.

[watermelon hobo ain't scurred of her!!

But this should be interesting, even if it's merely a distraction that won't last for very long. But it'll net him a few prisms, he supposes. Change to line his pockets with.]

On the count of three.

[Weight shifted slightly, craning his neck upwards-] One, two... three!

[ he should be.. she might not be stronger than him but she is terrifying, one day u will learn ardyn

anyway, she's so ready!! the moment he finishes the count alisaie is dashing forward, hopping up to snag the lowest branch again and vaulting up into the boughs above. maybe she can't teleport around like a certain fancypants but she can definitely scale this tree like a little angry squirrel. ]

[don’t worry i’m sure he’ll learn someday—

But at any rate, while she scampers up the tree, Ardyn uses his cheating warping powers like the true villain that he is — up he goes, tossing his sword up and appearing mid-air to catch it by its hilt, then turns his body as gravity takes him down to slice an entire bough through. He lands on the ground, the bough landing before him only a few feet adjacent to him.

There are definitely at least ten prisms on said branch, if not more.]

And done!

[he's such an asshole i'm sorry]

[ god ardyn, you dirty cheater!! alisaie has a prism in each hand by the time he's on the ground with his branch.

.. all right, maybe it isn't technically cheating, since neither of them established a 'no magic' rule, but it's still playing dirty!! ]

Ah, I see how we are playing this..

[ well she's not above playing dirty too, you know. lifting her crystal focus from her hip, alisaie quickly channels a veraero spell, unleashing it into the boughs, and a great ball of wind rips through the leaves, careening into the sky. it's raining prisms! watch your stupid head, ardyn.

she's an asshole too.. it ok ]

[They may both be assholes, but Ardyn just laughs at the sight of magic whirling upwards, shaking down a myriad of prisms. He then cranes his head back down, adjusting the brim of his hat as a few bounce off of it. He dismisses his blade.]

Now why didn't you just do that from the start? I still win.

[The first to gather ten, remember? And he definitely did that first.]

[ look, he might have won, but at least she demonstrated her ability to do it too. that's all that matters!!

well. sort of. she's still a little salty, and in a true show of maturity, plucks another prism to throw down at his stupid hobo head. ]

I had thought we were meant to challenge our physical prowess, not magical, but clearly I was wrong.

[ cheater!! ]

[Ah, he turns slightly, just enough for the hand adjusting the brim of his hat to block the prism thrown at his head. It bounces off and lands on the ground at his feet.]

Well. Maybe in the future you shouldn’t be so quick to assume? I never said anything about not using the magic available to me.

[stupid crafty watermelon hobo]

I will concede that, but it was still underhanded. Though I suppose I should not be surprised, I doubt you would be able to achieve it without those tricks.

[ is she goading him?? maybe.. ]

Are you so quick to judge others you don't truly know? I may be the most athletic man in all of Eos, and you'd have no way of telling.

[The goading just sort of... slides off of him. He seems more amused than anything else.]

Now, now. Don't be a sore loser. There's always next time.

Everyone is quick to judge others they do not know. It is simply our nature, and a survival instinct at that.

[ that is, yes, she judges, and she ain't sorry for it.. too bad she seems unsuccessful at prodding him into shimmying up a tree, alas. it would have been so funny. ]

Nevertheless, I am not sore. [ she is, a little.. ] I shall simply have to see to it that I best you next time.

Of course. I have no doubt you possess the capabilities to do so.

[She certainly seemed stubborn enough to attempt to one-up him someday. Even if he doesn't believe for a moment that she's not sore.]

But keep in mind your so-called survival instincts would've failed you just now, and quite terribly, if it were a matter of more serious import.

[ and here is alisaie, rolling her eyes. ]

Oh honestly, there's no call to be so dramatic. No one's judgment is perfect, and were this of more serious import I would cast it more carefully.

[ she can go all day ardyn FITE HER... but to be honest, it's been a long time since she's enjoyed a good volley and parry of words, she's close with too many pushovers. ]

I suppose it is in your nature, however. The drama.

[ i mean.. gestures to all of him ]

[Dramatic? Who? Him? Never.]

Do you really think so? I have been accused of being both theatrical and too grandiloquent for my own good, but I find myself disagreeing with those particular opinions. What is a Chancellor, after all, if he cannot command the attentions of an entire room?

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