Kio and the Myeras - Kio meets Zouvi

Zouviqil

Prior to them meeting in person, Zouviqil has explained to Kio that she sees colours. Zouvi is told by her family she cannot meet Kio alone. There are a number of lines that have been replaced with Zouviqil seeming to be inattentive. Do not mind them much, and carry on reading!

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You follow Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout south to a peaceful spring set 

in the centre of the valley.

Kio's ears perk up with a sudden interest.

Avurekhos inhales deeply before releasing a loud rumble, producing a 

characteristic 'hoom' as the air leaves his lungs.

Kio beams broadly.

He is a burly tae'dae blood demigod and towers gently over his surroundings. 

Standing upwards of nine feet tall, his huge form is exceptionally stocky. Broad

shoulders give way to powerful arms, immense strength evident in the massive 

bulk. Though obviously quite powerful, his almost purposefully lazy movements 

sit juxtaposed to a healthy, stout core, creating an air of gentleness about 

this impressive bear. Shaggy fur covers his body from toe to head, strangely 

holding onto the colour of a still lake. This oddity is only even more apparent 

when he moves, the surface of his body seeming to glisten and ripple, as if 

mimicking the surface of water. Softly catching the light, diminutive droplets 

of water trail from his movements and fade into the air like a calm mist. On his

forearms, three symmetrical rings of ice sit amongst the liquid fur, perpetually

frozen. Eyes of pure cerulean stare out about his surroundings with a latent 

curiosity, the same ripples of his fur catching the available light. Across his 

face are four more jagged streaks of frozen fur. Travelling the top left corner 

of his eye to the underside of his chin, this scar of a battle lost is a 

peculiar sight on such a gentle creature. He is wearing a light blue coral ring,

a beryl sun ring, a sapphire ring of waves, a rainbow coloured ring, a dolphin 

shaped ring, 2 blackened chain link bracelets, a yellow bone ring with a feather

of garnet, 2 rustic rings of blossoms, a red bone ring with a soap-shaped opal, 

mechanical spurs, a black coat of leather and silk, a midnight black cloak, 

honeysap beads scorched with ursine images, the blessing of Sister Lake, a 

Locket of Changeling Memories, a set of silver-trimmed viridescent robes, a 

wooden band of woven stories, 2 raging thorn beast brooches, a pack of 

amaranthine silk, a mottled maple leaf bloodstone brooch, a bone talisman buried

in the centre of his chest and a silver torc. He walks with the highfavour of 

Shikari.

Kio raises his hand in greeting to Gabriella and says "Hi!"

Kio raises his hand in greeting to Avurekhos and says "Hi!"

"Yo!" Kio exclaims cheerfully as he waves to you.

Kio beams broadly.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Hello, Mister Kio."

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "Greetings, Kio."

"Hiya!" you say to Kio with a happy smile.

Beaming happily, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Gabriella, 

"Hiya, miss Gabriella! It sure is nice ta see ya again!"

Avurekhos tugs his chin thoughtfully.

You have emoted: Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice stares 

at Kio's chest, not even bothering to look at his face.

Inclining her head, Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "How kind

of you to say, Mister Kio. It is certainly pleasant to see you outside of the 

normal circumstances."

Still smiling widely, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to 

Avurekhos, "And it sure is nice ta meet ya again, mister Avurekhos! You sure are

fun ta play with!"

Kio's eyes sparkle with amusement at Gabriella.

Avurekhos grins gleefully at Kio.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says to Gabriella, "Aww, I 

know ya don't like playin' the same way Avu does."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Kio, "Perhaps it is because

I am so very bad at it. I'm no warrior."

Gabriella shakes her head.

Kio chuckles long and heartily.

You tug urgently on Gabriella's sleeve.

Gabriella tilts her head and listens intently to you.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles broadly and says to Gabriella, 

"I'll gladly help ya, if ya ever wanna learn! I know a thing or two 'bout bein' 

a druid."

Kio winks conspiratorially at Gabriella.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Kio, "So long as it doesn't

involve my insides, Mister Kio, perhaps one day."

Kio sits himself down.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight unceremoniously plops to the ground 

with a thud, his massive paws resting gently on the ground between his sprawled 

legs.

Kio chuckles long and heartily at Gabriella.

Voice an excited whisper, you say to Gabriella, "His colours, he has pretty 

navies and ultramarines, and rich violets!"

Kio's ears perk up with a sudden interest.

Entranced with cub-like fascination, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight 

says, "Ooooo. What's that mean?!"

You say to Gabriella, "And so much lilac!"

Gabriella whispers something quietly to you.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight looks back and forth between Gabriella 

and you with great interest.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout laughingly says, "She is unique, Kio. She 

sees things some times."

Kio nods his head at Avurekhos.

Gabriella tells you, "Careful, dear one. Just because he has nice colours 

doesn't mean he's completely harmless. And he is more intelligent than he looks,

at times."

Gabriella tells you, "He is rather nice though, for a Glomdorian."

Gabriella tells you, "Though he has his odd moments."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Avurekhos, "So I've heard! She 

sure is real special. And real strong, too! Lots 'a folk would given up if they 

had 'er gift by now, but she hasn't!"

Kio nods his head sagely.

Avurekhos smiles softly.

Glancing sidelong at Kio, Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, 

"Interesting. How did you hear of her gift, Mister Kio?"

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice looks at

her mother for a long moment, and then over at Kio.

You say to Gabriella, "I told him."

Kio nods his head at Gabriella.

You say, "He talked to me."

You say, "I talked back."

Kio nods his head emphatically.

Kio beams broadly.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to you, "Telling everyone 

these days are we, little one?"

Gabriella's eyes sparkle with amusement at you.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "Words move back and forth, we have 

many ears that will listen."

You say to Gabriella, "Lady Maylea says it's a gift, why not?"

Smiling fondly, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Gabriella, "She

sure is real polite, miss Gabriella. Quite a fine little one ya've raised up!"

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to you, "So long as you are 

comfortable sharing it."

Gabriella leans close to you and gently lays a kiss upon your forehead.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Kio, "I do try, Mister 

Kio."

Kio's eyes sparkle with amusement.

You say to Gabriella, "When nobody treated me like I was a dreadform for it, I 

got comfortable."

Kio smiles softly at you.

Gabriella pats you in a friendly manner.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "I told you."

Avurekhos inhales deeply before releasing a loud rumble, producing a 

characteristic 'hoom' as the air leaves his lungs.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "It is a gift."

Suddenly disheartened, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to you, 

"Why... why would people treat ya like that, little Zouviqil?"

The storm clouds turn a deep, dark black and the downpour batters you with the 

force of a waterfall.

Babbling waters echo from the centre of the valley, filling the area all around 

with a sense of calm and harmony.

Gabriella tilts her head back and looks up at the sky.

You say to Kio, "People get treated bad for being different."

You say, "It's... common for most things. For this, it's been different."

Absently, staring at the downpouring sky, Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, 

Blossoming Hope says, "It varies."

You lower the hood on gauzed forest-green robes.

You remove a gold and silver lyrebird mask.

Gabriella lowers the hood on a bare-midriffed robes ensemble of creamy white.

Avurekhos removes a silver helm in the shape of a wolf's head.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight's fur ripples like the surface of a 

lake as the raindrops fall upon him.

Smiling fondly, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Aww, lots a folk

are different."

As the dawn begins to paint the sky, the butterflies of Caoimhe Dell begin to 

take to the air.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice looks at

Gabriella and Avurekhos for a long moment.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope closes her eyes as the rain falls 

upon her upturned face for a moment. She smiles, and then opens them, watching 

the butterflies before returning her attention to Kio.

Avurekhos purses his lips pensively, gazing off into the distance as he 

carefully gathers his thoughts.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Aye, we are all unique and 

have our own quirks."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight waving his arms frantically through the

air, smiling widely as trails of mist pour from his liquid fur.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice suddenly

bolts and runs at Kio, embracing the tae'dae in a warm hug, not seeming to care 

much for formality.

Kio's ears perk up with a sudden interest.

Kio beams broadly.

Eyes alight with childlike glee, you say, "Heeeee hugs like a pink!"

Gabriella gives a pained sigh.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Zouviqil."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight wraps his arms around you, holding her 

warmly and smiling widely. He suddenly feels worried, and instantly lets go, his

face blushing wildly as he shrinks back and looks to the side.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "I'm not quite sure what to make of 

this, sister."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Do be careful. Don't alarm 

poor Mister Kio."

Your body shudders instinctively as a terrible, reeking smell fills your 

nostrils.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice looks at

Gabriella and Avurekhos, curiously.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope blinks.

Sideways, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Gabriella, "Why... 

why would I be alarmed, miss Gabriella?"

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope looks about warily.

Distractedly, Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "By a sudden 

Serenwilder jumping on you, perhaps."

Zouviqil

Zouviqil moves before her brother and mother, tilting her head.

You say, "He isn't going to hurt me."

You say, "He's coloured wrong for that."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight studies Gabriella for a moment, a blank

look in his cerulean eyes. He suddenly bursts out into laughter, rolling 

backward onto the ground.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope shakes her head absently. "I know, 

dear one."

Laughing happily, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Aww... why 

would I be worried 'bout that? Haha! It's not like she's got talons or razors or

swords or daggers!"

You say, "I have Hammy."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight continues to rumble happily as he leans

forward once more, pulling his massive legs in and crossing them.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope blinks and turns, smiling at Kio. 

"Ah, well some people might be startled by that. Clearly you are not, Mister 

Kio."

Kio chuckles long and heartily at Gabriella.

You have emoted: Zouviqil lifts her toy piglet and puts it on her head, trying 

to balance it there.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says to Gabriella, "Why 

would I be worried 'bout hangin' out with friends?"

Kio turns his attention towards you as his ears perk up in interest.

Gabriella smiles softly at Kio.

Suddenly bursting out into cub-like excitement, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of 

Twilight says to you, "AWW MAN! THAT THING'S SO CUTE!"

Kio blushes furiously.

You giggle happily.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Wait a minute."

Kio ponders you thoughtfully, looking you up and down.

You smile broadly and say, "Here, you can hold Hammy!"

You give a pink piglet to Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight.

You tilt your head curiously at Kio.

Gabriella drops a rubber duck.

A rubber duck lands with a squeak, quacking plaintively and hopping over to rest

near Gabriella's foot.

A rubber duck begins to follow Kio.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to you, "Did... did ya send 'im-" 

He trails off instantly, captivated by the piglet. He suddenly roars in 

excitement as he gives it a massive bearhug and saying, "AW MAN! YOU'RE SO 

LUCKY!"

Kio blinks incredulously at a pink piglet.

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

You hum a happy tune.

With a wistful look on her face, Gabriella touches a rubber duck.

A rubber duck quacks plaintively, hopping up from the ground. An iridescent soap

bubble coalesces beneath him, and he begins to float around lazily, squeaking 

happily.

Wobbling slightly, a rubber duck's bubble nearly overturns him, a panicked 

expression overcoming his features accompanied by frantic, helpless squeaking.

Suddenly, the bubble pops, sending a rubber duck falling to land with a wheezy 

quack, deflating slightly before he draws himself up, fluffing and somewhat 

cross-eyed.

Distracted by the rubber duck, you say, "Ducky..."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Charles."

Gabriella nods her head sagely.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight holds the piglet out with both hands, 

water dripping off its nose.

You smile and say, "Charles the Duck. I approve, Mom."

Frowning shamefully as he holds the sopping wet piglet, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, 

Enigma of Twilight says, "My.. my fur got it all wet..."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight frowns and says, "I'm so sorry."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Kio, "It's pouring, Mister 

Kio. It was already wet."

Gabriella's eyes sparkle with amusement.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight frowns and says, "Sometimes... 

sometimes I forget Sister Lake."

Kio's ears perk up with a sudden interest.

Kio blinks.

Kio beams broadly.

With a wistful look on her face, Gabriella touches a rubber duck.

A rubber duck hops about excitedly, offering several exuberant quacks. Suddenly,

he trips, tumbling over himself before coming to rest, looking slightly dazed.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "So it is!"

You say to Kio, "It's okay. You didn't get him wet on purpose."

A rubber duck opens his bill, but all that comes out is a thin, high-pitched 

squeak, wheezing slightly. His eyes go wide in alarm and he yelps even more, the

squeaks ranging the gamut from low to comically high and reedy.

With a small, heavy cough, a rubber duck flies backward. Shaking his head, he 

quacks plaintively, his squeaker once more returned to the proper place.

Kio chuckles long and heartily at a pink piglet.

A rubber duck begins to follow you.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight looks skeptical and says to Gabriella, 

"Sometimes it's hard ta tell when it's rainin'. I always feel wet."

You reach out and touch a rubber duck.

A rubber duck hops about excitedly, offering several exuberant quacks. Suddenly,

he trips, tumbling over himself before coming to rest, looking slightly dazed.

A rubber duck opens his bill, but all that comes out is a thin, high-pitched 

squeak, wheezing slightly. His eyes go wide in alarm and he yelps even more, the

squeaks ranging the gamut from low to comically high and reedy.

With a small, heavy cough, a rubber duck flies backward. Shaking his head, he 

quacks plaintively, his squeaker once more returned to the proper place.

The storm clouds turn a deep, dark black and the downpour batters you with the 

force of a waterfall.

Zouviqil makes a face, looking at her drenched clothing.

Gabriella's eyes sparkle with amusement at you.

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

Kio gives a pink piglet to you.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope smiles impishly and says, "Little 

Love, we are Forest dwellers. A little rain is nothing."

Gabriella leans close to you and gently lays a kiss upon your forehead.

You begin to wield a pink piglet in your left hand.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope holds her arms up, black curls 

plastered to her cheeks as she smiles up at the rain.

Frowning with a grave blush, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "I'm

so sorry it's all rainin'. I really do forget sometimes..."

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

With a loud yet playful whistle, a mechanical dirigible comes puttering in on 

currents of air, its metallic claw grasping a ceramic puppy, which it quickly 

deposits in Avurekhos's hands.

Gabriella puts a mechanical dirigible into a silken silver satchel.

Gabriella takes a mechanical dirigible from a silken silver satchel.

Kio blinks.

Kio blinks.

Kio blinks.

Avurekhos beams broadly.

Avurekhos hugs a ceramic puppy compassionately.

A mechanical dirigible bobs up and down on the air currents before jets of steam

erupt from several of its valves, then putters off.

Gabriella drops a mechanical dirigible.

A mechanical dirigible whistles and cheerfully offers several mechanical chirps 

as it bounces up and down on currents of air, puttering in lazy circles.

You say, "That's what someone said about the thunderstorms. Then everything went

on fire in faethorn. "It's just a little lightning!""

You mumble incoherently.

Gabriella gives an assembled, copper igasho to a mechanical dirigible.

A mechanical dirigible takes an assembled, copper igasho from Gabriella, 

grasping it delicately in its metallic claw.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Oh no, that's different."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Deliver to Xena."

A mechanical dirigible bobs up and down in the air as it offers a loud whir and 

hum and a single mechanical chirp. After a brief moment the humming intensifies 

as it slowly putters off.

With a wistful look on his face, Avurekhos touches a ceramic puppy.

A mechanical dirigible bobs up and down as it drifts in on the natural currents 

of air, chirping as if happy.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Avurekhos, "You'd have to 

drop it for it to react dear one. but I would not advise it, for it may not 

follow you."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Dock."

A mechanical dirigible whirs and whistles affirmatively as it slowly turns and 

then putters into Gabriella's hands.

You say to Kio, "So! Mister pretty-coloured-tae'dae."

Zouviqil starts to wring out her hair.

You ask Kio, "What about you?"

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight blinks once more, opening his mouth 

wide and twitching his face. He suddenly lets loose a mighty sneeze that sounds 

almost like a cut-off roar. The sudden jolt through his body sends a deluge of 

ethereal water flying out of his fur into all directions, soaking Gabriella, 

Avurekhos, and you even more than the rain!

You flap your arms madly.

Gabriella sways back and forth.

Kio blinks.

Gabriella collapses to the ground in a fit of giggles, shaking with unrestrained

mirth.

You whine, "My hair, everyone is always out to ruin my hair!"

Avurekhos rubs his chin thoughtfully, raises his eyebrow and says, "I see..."

You whine, "Whyyyy."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight wrinkles his nose, blushing widly as he

hides his face by looking to the ground.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope exclaims to you, "Put your hood up 

then, you goose, and stop that!"

Gabriella pokes you in the belly.

Zouviqil returns to wringing out her hair.

Gabriella shakes her head.

You say to Gabriella, "My hood doesn't protect me from people ruffling my hair, 

mom!"

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Sweet Serenity, you'd think 

your survival depended on your hair."

Gabriella subjects you to a merciless teasing.

You say, "Like you, or dad, or Avu, or Cad, or Golas, or, or..."

Softly and clearly embarrassed, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, 

"I... I sure am sorry. I ain't sure where that came from..."

You say to Kio, "From being cold and wet."

You say to Kio, "Bless you, by the way!"

Kio tilts his head curiously.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Ble - yes."

Gabriella's eyes sparkle with amusement.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "You sneezed. What a sneeze, 

Mister Kio."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Are you catching cold?"

Hopelessly confused, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to you, 

"I'm... I'm always cold and wet!"

You say to Gabriella, "It doesn't depend on my hair, but if I'm not going to 

survive, I'd like at least my hair to look okay!"

You ask Kio, "Always?"

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight points to three symmetrical rings of 

frozen fur around his forearms.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles broadly and says to you, "Mhmm. 

Sister Lake blessed me when I became a Demigod!"

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope curiously approaches Kio, circling 

around him as she examines his fur. "I was wondering about that the last time, 

actually."

Comprehension flashes across your face.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to you, "So, while you see all 

them colours and it makes you different..."

Frowning softly, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "...I- I'm 

always wet. My fur's just like water."

You smile broadly and say, "To be blessed by Sister Lake... She must have seen a

great good and potential in you."

Kio blushes furiously.

Kio smiles softly at the blessing of Sister Lake.

Avurekhos tilts his head curiously at Kio.

Gabriella's ears perk up as her attention turns towards Kio.

Kio's eyes sparkle with amusement.

Curiousity overriding caution, Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says

to Kio, "What is that? May I see it?"

Avurekhos ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight plays the the Blessing swirling about 

his head: Glittering with an inner light, the waters coalesce and gently flow 

around the wearer's head. The wearer's movements cause an occasional ripple to 

travel through the waters, a cool mist shedding the magical boundaries and 

fading into the air.

Kio beams broadly.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Brother Bear blessed me, too!"

Kio ponders the situation.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight rifles through his belongings.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope gingerly reaches out and pokes the 

bands on Kio's arm.

Kio takes the Brawn of Bear from a pack of amaranthine silk.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice moves to

sit next to Kio on the ground, looking up at Gabriella for approval.

Kio nods his head emphatically.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout looks thoughtful and says, "All that makes 

me think about is Fiabelhie, always angry at our forest."

Zouviqil

Kio proudly shows off the Brawn of Bear:

Eight feet in length, this massive bardiche seems to be unwieldy for most. The 

shaft has been crafted of darkened steel and forged in shadows. Hanging from the

surface of the steel, these shadows dance about the weapon and trail behind its 

every move like ribbons of ethereal silk fading away into nothingness. The 

delicate scrollwork adorning the steel of the shaft gives way to an elegant 

blade of polished silver. This great crescent blade is just over one foot wide 

at its center and sweeps gracefully to a needle-like point that curves around 

the opposite side of the shaft. Along the bottom of the blade are four deep, 

curved serrations which have been carefully engraved to resemble the image of a 

swiping bear paw. In the wide center of the blade, a depiction of Tae napping 

against His Bear has been painstakingly etched in gold. A portion of the shaft 

right below the blade has been carved with an intricate network of channels. 

When this weapon is swung, wind passing through these channels causes the air to

reverberate with the mighty roar of Brother Bear.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Oh my."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "A bardiche. I think Hiriako 

would love to see that."

Frowning softly at the Brawn of Bear, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight 

says, "He... He ain't talked ta me since I left the Ebonguard, though..."

Deep in thought, Gabriella leans her cheek on her hand.

Avurekhos ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."

Gently, you say to Kio, "The spirits talk in their own times, not ours."

Suddenly downtrodden as he clutches the weapon fondly, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, 

Enigma of Twilight says, "I been prayin' ta 'im, too. I think he might be mad at

me."

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "Like Spirit Groundhog."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight frowns and says, "I did something real 

bad that I think might 'a upset 'im."

Gabriella blanches suddenly.

Avurekhos furrows his brow in thought.

You tilt your head curiously at Kio.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope averts her gaze, turning away to 

hide her face as she tucks a curl behind her ear.

You ask, "Bad?"

As if talking to the weapon, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "I 

sure hope He ain't mad at me. I only did it 'cause Chief told me I needed ta..."

Kio sniffles softly.

You tilt your head curiously.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice tilts 

her head as she looks at Kio, first to the left, then to the right, like a 

curious puppy.

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

Softly, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "I could tell ya, but it 

might be a long story."

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

Kio smiles softly at the Brawn of Bear.

Zouviqil nudges a little closer, folding her hands on her lap.

You say, "For all the talking I do, I can do much more listening."

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "We do like a long story or two, we 

listen rather well."

Kio smiles softly.

Kio nods his head emphatically.

Kio puts the Brawn of Bear into a pack of amaranthine silk.

Gabriella tilts her head back and looks up at the sky.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Do... ya wanna go somewhere it's

not rainin'?"

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "OH I KNOW."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "I CAN SHOW YA MY NEW POND!"

Kio nods his head emphatically.

Kio nods his head emphatically.

Kio nods his head emphatically.

Kio stands up and stretches his arms out wide.

Kio makes a beckoning motion to no-one in particular.

Kio makes a beckoning motion to no-one in particular.

Kio makes a beckoning motion to no-one in particular.

Avurekhos ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."

Zouviqil stands up.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Ahm."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Where is this?"

Gabriella tilts her head curiously.

A rubber duck gives a disgruntled squeak as Gabriella reaches a hand down to 

pick him up.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles broadly and says to Gabriella, 

"In the aetherways, 'a course! Would ya like ta meet me at the 'Plex?"

Kio beams broadly.

Deep in thought, Gabriella leans her cheek on her hand.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "I'm real proud of it!"

Kio beams broadly.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope looks over at her children, a 

slight frown on her features.

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Aww."

Shuffling his feet and looking to the ground, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of 

Twilight says, "I... it's... it's okay."

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice looks at

Gabriella, eyes alight with childish enthusiasm, a smile plastered on her 

currently uncovered face.

Avurekhos ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."

You ask Gabriella, "Pleeeease?"

Slowly, Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "We could... perhaps 

come. But we should not enter with you. It would arouse suspicion, perhaps."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight looks crushed as he plops to the ground

once more.

Kio sits himself down.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "I can not enter."

You say to Avurekhos, "Understood, brother."

You tilt your head and listen intently to Gabriella.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope glances sidelong at Avurekhos.

Hopelessly confused, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "We ain't 

goin' fishin', miss Gabriella..."

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "But that means the two of you 

shouldn't go either."

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

You slump down dejectedly.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "It is a political thing, that."

Avurekhos smiles softly at Kio.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says to Kio, "And you forgot the Athame, 

Kio."

Kio gives an athame dagger to Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout.

Avurekhos smiles softly.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice looks 

between Kio and Gabriella, a frown growing on her face.

Avurekhos ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."

Gabriella tells you, "If I allow you to go with me, you must absolutely swear to

do exactly as I say."

Hopelessly downtrodden, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Well... 

maybe I can still help keep ya dry..."

Kio ponders the situation.

Kio stands up and stretches his arms out wide.

Dipping his hand into a shadow cauldron, Kio pulls out a long shadow and 

releases it into the air. The room darkens with the churning darkness.

Avurekhos tilts his head curiously.

Gabriella tells you, "If we go, and I tell you we must leave, you must leave. Do

you understand?"

Gabriella tells you, "No matter how nice his colours, yes?"

You tell Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope, "... okay..."

Avurekhos ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "Thank you, I'm sorry to have ruined 

the mood."

Gabriella tells you, "I am quite serious about this, Zouviqil. It could be 

dangerous, no matter how nice he is here. I would like to trust him, but I have 

been burned by the Southern Forest before."

Gabriella tells you, "And we may get in trouble with the Forest for it, perhaps.

It is a potential political distaster. But I would like to go as well, and I do 

not want you to go alone. So if you promise me, and you understand why I say 

what I am saying, perhaps we may go."

Avurekhos ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."

You tell Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope, "I understand you are 

scared something bad might happen, and you don't want us to get hurt, but 

especially not me because I'm your daughter."

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Avurekhos furrows his brow in thought.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight nods softly before getting a wide grin 

on his face. He playfully romps through the shadows, causing them to splash 

about like water. Hastily grabbing between frolics, he deftly begins weaving 

them together and building them around those gathered. Constructing a 

see-through dome of shadows, he smiles proudly as he reaches the very top. You 

notice the rain has seemed to stop, catching on the ethereal shadows and 

cascading down them like a waterfall, leaving you in a comfortable dryness.

You tell Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope, "I understand that if you

say it's time to go, it's time to go."

Zouviqil

Gabriella tells you, "It is not just you that might be hurt by such a situation,

dear one. It could escalate to something more, should the wrong people find 

out."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope stiffens slightly.

You tell Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope, "Something more??"

Kio chuckles long and heartily at Gabriella.

Gabriella tells you, "Aye, dear one."

Gabriella tells you, "More."

You tilt your head curiously.

Your hood is already down.

You slip into a gold and silver lyrebird mask.

You raise the hood on gauzed forest-green robes.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Zouviqil and I could perhaps

visit your pond, Mister Kio."

You tell Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope, "I don't understand. But 

okay."

You begin to follow Gabriella.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Provided we may enter 

separately."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight puts a hand through the shadows, which 

dissipate gently as he reaches through them.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "So as to avoid curious 

onlookers."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Ain't no worries!"

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Avurekhos creases his brow in a frown.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Avurekhos something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope smiles wanly at Kio. She says something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Kio frowns at Avurekhos.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight looks skeptical and says to Avurekhos something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Avurekhos nods his head affirmatively at Kio.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Avurekhos something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says to Kio something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Kio's eyes sparkle with amusement at Avurekhos.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope slowly turns and looks at 

Avurekhos.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Avurekhos something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Kio chuckles long and heartily.

Avurekhos shakes his head.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Avurekhos something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Kio nods his head sagely.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope's grip on her cudgel tightens 

almost imperceptively.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Avurekhos something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Softly, Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Avurekhos something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

You have emoted: Zouviqil looks between her brother and mother for a moment, 

then decides to preoccupy herself with her piglet, since the 'adults' have 

decided to talk.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Quietly, Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

Kio chuckles long and heartily at you.

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says something Zouviqil is paying no attention to.

Kio turns his attention towards you as his ears perk up in interest.

Zouviqil gently bounces the piglet in her hands, distracted 

from her family's conversation. She says to the piglet, quietly, "Piggy, 

piggy..."

Avurekhos smiles softly at you.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice looks to

the side, and catches Kio looking at her.

Crafted from a rubbery material that can be squeezed tightly from the size of a 

melon to the size of an orange, the piglet is a toy coloured in soft shades of 

pink. With a rounded pot belly, the piglet has a corkscrew tail, perky ears and 

pudgy feet. Large green glass eyes are set on either side of its head, and a 

silly grin has been carved underneath the pug nose.

It weighs about 2 pounds and 0 ounce(s).

It bears the distinctive mark of Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's 

Apprentice.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice gently 

presses the toy piglet's pug nose against Kio's.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope rubs her hands over her arms.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight turns quickly to you, smiling widely. 

He puts his paws in front of him, palm towards you and then claps once, 

beginning to sing, "Rolly bear, rolly bear..."

You perk your ears up as an errant topic catches your interest.

You cease wielding a pink piglet in your left hand.

Hopefully, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to you, "Do you... know

the words?"

Her voice low, Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Avurekhos, 

"Why did you not tell me of this?"

You shake your head at Kio.

Avurekhos ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."

Kio beams broadly at you.

Putting her hands out, you ask Kio, "Will you teach me?"

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to you, "Then I'll sing. You just 

clap!"

You smile broadly and say, "Okay, I can do that!"

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "Because, I didn't know what to make 

of it before...I thought you'd look at me strangely after."

Avurekhos shakes his head.

Exhaling, Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Avurekhos, "Not 

at you, dear one."

Zouviqil begins to softly clap the rhythm Kio had started, 

listening and waiting.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight begins the song. He claps his hands, 

then claps yous, then his, then yous, in rythm to the song, "Rolly bear, rolly 

bear, bumbly little cub. Get ta the beehive ta rustle up some grub! Lick it, and

taste it, and thank the little bees! Make sure ta save some for momma bear and 

me!"

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope's hand twitches slightly, lifting 

to touch the scar at her left temple before she jerks her hand away and turns, 

inhaling deeply.

Avurekhos ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."

Using his tongue and the roof of his mouth, Avurekhos makes a quiet clicking 

noise.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice claps 

her hands and then Kio's, eyes bright behind her mask.

Zouviqil

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles broadly and says to you, "Now 

you sing!"

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight keeps the rhythm going between him and 

you.

Zouviqil keeping the clapping rhythm going as well, she sings 

with a warm voice, containing a subtle vibrato, "Rolly bear, rolly bear, bumbly 

little cub. Get to the beehive to rustle some grub! Lick it, and taste it, and 

thank the little bees! Make sure to save some for momma bear and me!"

Avurekhos snaps his fingers.

Avurekhos tilts his head curiously at Thul.

With a flourish of his arm, Thul bows deeply.

Kio's ears perk up with a sudden interest.

Kio nuzzles Thul's cheek affectionately with his muzzle, grunting happily in a 

bear-like fashion.

Thul gives Kio a friendly squeeze.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope turns, startled.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Thul, "I taught little Zouviqil

a song pops used ta sing ta me when I was little, love!"

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice looks up

at Thul, hands still out, mid-clap, to Kio.

Kio peers about himself unscrupulously.

Looking about curiously, Thul d'Illici says to Kio, "'lo there, love. Um. Like 

the song."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight completely misses your hand as he gets 

distracted by Thul, the force of his own arm pulling him face down to the 

ground.

You flap your arms madly.

Kio grunts noncommitally.

Worried, you say, "Kio!"

You sadly say to Kio, "Are you okay?"

Muffled in the ground, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Umm.. 

yea."

Kio chuckles long and heartily.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight lifts himself back up to a seated 

position.

Kio nods his head emphatically.

Kio flashes Thul a joyous smile.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says, "Miss Gabriella, 

mister Avurekhos, miss Zouviqil - this his my husband."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Is. He is my husband."

Kio blushes furiously.

Avurekhos's mouth turns up as his face breaks into a smile.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope blinks, gathering herself.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice looks at

Thul again, then his chest, then his face once more.

After a momentary snicker, Thul d'Illici says to Kio, "So... you're alright, 

then. Good good. Was just checking..."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says to Thul, "I made some 

new friends, love!"

You say to Thul, "You are not the randomy huggy type."

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice offers 

her hand out to Thul.

You say, "Hi!"

Kio's eyes sparkle with amusement.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope gathers her skirts, eyes on Thul.

Gabriella curtseys gracefully before Thul.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Thul, "Little out sees colours,

love!"

After a quick bow, and gingerly taking the hand in his big mitt, Thul d'Illici 

says to you, "Randomly? No. But greetings, young one."

Thul bows respectfully to Gabriella.

Thul bows respectfully to Avurekhos.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Thul, "She said mine are navies

and ultramarines, and violets, and lots of lilacs!"

Frowning slightly, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Iunno what 

that means, but she seemed real happy about it!"

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope murmurs, "Pleasure to meet you, 

Mister Thul, without a battle raging between us."

Kio chuckles long and heartily at Gabriella.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope's lips quirk slightly in a smile.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says to Gabriella, "He's 

really good at playing our games, too."

You say to Thul, "It's a pleasure to meet you."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Kio, "I'm still no good at 

those games though, Mister Kio."

Gabriella taps her nose knowingly.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight frowns and says to Gabriella, "He's 

like you, though. He'd rather not play, but only does when he's gotta."

You say, "Wait. Games? What sort of games?"

You perk your ears up as an errant topic catches your interest.

You say, "Can I play?"

Kio's eyes sparkle with amusement at you.

You ask, "Are they fun?"

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Nono."

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

Kio chuckles long and heartily.

Offering a helpless shrug, Thul d'Illici says to Gabriella, "Unfortunate truth 

of the Age. Greetings to you... for I think the first time without fire shooting

overhead."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Zouzou."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "He means the raids that 

happen back and forth between the Forests."

You say, "Oh."

Frowning, you say, "I don't like those."

Avurekhos ponders the situation.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says to you, "It's how 

friends play, miss Zouviqil!"

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to you, "Your brother's REAL good 

at 'em! He's one of my favorite playmates!"

Kio beams broadly.

Gabriella tells you, "I did tell you he was a bit of an odd duck, Zouviqil. He 

doesn't mean much harm I do not think though."

The corners of Avurekhos's mouth turn up as he grins mischievously.

Thul d'Illici gets a carefully deadpan expression, and takes a sudden interest 

in the Spring.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Thul, "OH!"

You tell Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope, "Odd? I didn't notice any

oddness."

Gabriella tells you, "I meant in referring to the raids as Games, sweetheart."

Suddenly preoccupied, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Thul, "I 

promised ya I'd show ya 'round Frosticia, didn't I?"

Gabriella's ears perk up with a sudden interest.

Thul d'Illici says to Kio, "That you did... finally finished that project, did 

you? 'bout time."

You tell Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope, "Oh. Well. Not that 

weird, I guess, if they're fun for him, but I think he just likes fighting more 

than he likes raids themselves, if I had to guess."

Kio chuckles long and heartily.

Kio nods his head emphatically.

Gabriella tells you, "Indeed."

Gabriella tells you, "I don't think he's weird. Just unique."

To those gathered, Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "I'm so sorry 

I didn't get ta tell ya my story. Maybe another time?"

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

You tell Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope, "Like me!"

Avurekhos nods his head affirmatively at Kio.

Gabriella tells you, "Not quite, but yes, perhaps."

You nod your head enthusiastically at Kio.

You say to Kio, "Definitely!"

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "That would be lovely, Mister

Kio."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "I promised Thul I'd teach 'im 

more bout the Snoelorae, the Eisfreesia, and how Tae and Bollikin saved 'em up 

on Frosticia!"

Curiously, Thul d'Illici says, "Oh, he's been storytelling? I've missed out, 

then. Hmm..."

Kio nods his head at Thul.

Thul reaches over and ruffles Kio's hair fondly.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Was just about I think."

You say to Thul, "He was about to."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "He got distracted teaching 

my daughter a new game."

Thul peers about himself unscrupulously.

Kio chuckles long and heartily.

Kio nods his head emphatically.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says, "I hope ta see ya'll 

again real soon!"

Thul d'Illici says to Kio, "...um. The trip can wait, if you've got a good one 

ready."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says to you, "And it was 

real nice ta get ta talk ta you."

Gabriella's eyes sparkle with amusement.

Kio's eyes sparkle with amusement at Thul.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to Thul, "I was gonna tell 'em 

'bout me!"

Avurekhos inhales deeply before releasing a loud rumble, producing a 

characteristic 'hoom' as the air leaves his lungs.

You run up to Kio and envelop him in a massive bearhug.

Thul blinks incredulously at Kio.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says to Thul, "And how I 

grew up in Serenwilde."

Kio's eyes sparkle with amusement at you.

Kio reaches over and ruffles your hair with a fond expression.

Thul d'Illici frowns and says, "...uh. Not the tree part, I hope. That one's..."

Thul shuffles his feet uneasily.

Shadows swirl around Thul's arm as the Fingerblade of dha'Wyrden-cree shifts and

turns around his hand.

Kio chuckles long and heartily.

You smile and say to Kio, "Thank you for letting me meet you and see your 

colours! We need to talk again."

With a derisive grunt, a stocky wild boar storms out to the north in search of 

food.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight frowns and says, "I don't like that 

part, either, love."

Kio's eyes sparkle with amusement at you.

Thul d'Illici glances sidelong at you, actually looking a bit concerned.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says to you, "Any time, as long as miss

Gabriella says it's okay. Don't ya go steppin' out from under your momma bear!"

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope shifts, moving closer to her 

daughter. She touches you on the shoulder gently.

Moondrop Zouviqil Myeras, the High Wisdom's Apprentice looks 

over at Gabriella, and seems to get the hint.

Kio creases his brow in a frown.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight frowns and says, "All right. We'll... 

we'll go ahead and go."

With a flourish of his arm, Kio bows deeply.

Thul reaches over and ruffles Kio's hair fondly.

You wave goodbye.

Kio's eyes sparkle with amusement.

Thul d'Illici says, "Be well, all of you."

You smile broadly and say, "Be safe!"

With a flourish of his arm, Thul bows deeply.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "If you have a story to 

share, Mister Kio, we'd love to hear it when you have the time."

Kio waves goodbye.

Gabriella curtseys gracefully.

Kio flashes Gabriella a joyous smile.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says, "I got lots 'a 

stories!"

Chief Avurekhos Myeras, Jaguar Scout says, "Take care, you two."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says to Thul, "Good to... properly 

meet you."

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight smiles and says, "Even some 'bout Miss 

Moon."

You perk your ears up as an errant topic catches your interest.

Avurekhos smiles softly.

Kio waves goodbye.

Acolyte Kio d'Illici, Enigma of Twilight says, "Take care, you folk!"

You smile broadly and say, "Take care."

Avurekhos ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope murmurs to you, "Dear one, hugging 

is alright when it's just us here, but do be careful whom sees you touching him.

They may not like it."

You tilt your head curiously.

You ask, "Really? People get picky about other people?"

You say, "I just thought it was themselves..."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Mister Kio does not seem to 

mind it himself, but yes. Especially when they are married to other people, dear

one."

Avurekhos furrows his brow in thought.

You say to Gabriella, "But you and daddy are married, and I hug you both all the

time."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "That's different."

You say, "And Avu and Evali are married, and I hug them too."

Gabriella leans close to you and gently lays a kiss upon your forehead.

You crease your brow in a frown.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "You are our daughter."

You say, "I don't get it."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "It's like the birds and the 

bees things."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "But in this case I think 

it's more of the Glomdoring and Serenwilde thing."

You sadly say, "I don't get that either."

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "You will, perhaps one day."

Gabriella looks up into the air for divine inspiration.

Hierophant Gabriella Myeras, Blossoming Hope says, "Do not worry overly much 

about it for now."

You nod your head slowly in understanding.

You say, "Okay. I won't."

Tridemon

Y'know, this is the sort of interaction that makes me want to have Tridemon go out and meet people more often. Then I either go hunting, start in on a quest, influence, or hang about at the nexus or Fulcrux. ... I suspect I'm bad at this.

Zouviqil

Tridemon said:

Y'know, this is the sort of interaction that makes me want to have Tridemon go out and meet people more often. Then I either go hunting, start in on a quest, influence, or hang about at the nexus or Fulcrux. ... I suspect I'm bad at this.

You'd probably be good at it, but you don't know until you manage to try! And yes, distractions happen all the time. Like aetherhunts. The number one distractor thus far from RPing.

Marcella

You people make me immensely jealous when you talk about aetherhunts like they happen often. Magnagora only gets invited about once every two weeks to one. QQ.

Ssaliss

I haven't been on an aetherhunt for a couple of RL months now, heh.

Zouviqil

We have aetherhunts every 1-2 RL days, typically for bursts of 2-4 hours.

Marcella

Everyone who isn't seren/celest/halli never aetherhunts

Karlach

We had a Glom/Gaudi one last night, there's a Mag hosted one going on right now...

Shedrin

The reason why we have so many aetherhunts recently is simply due to some dedicated pilots regularly hosting them. So I'd like to thank @Sidonie and @Cadfael for their work in continually making it happen. I'll also encourage anyone who may have an interest to try their hand at piloting as well. You don't need very much in Aethercraft (just up to Gliding) to pilot a hunt, and the actual operation is pretty simple once you know the strategy.

Sidonie

I actually also occasionally aetherhunt on an alt for Mag/Gaudi/Glom ones occasionally, but frankly, most of that side never shows any interest in attending.