Thaldorn's Present

Alarin

As a gesture of congratulations to Gurashi (whom he refers to as "Bizirik's Pet") for becoming the Witness of the Promise in the Archons, Thaldorn leaves a gift in their office. Enjoy!







(Archons): You say, "...Witness, I think you might want to avoid your office for now. Thaldorn just

said he left a present for, and I quote, "Bizirik's Pet" in there. What that means, I have no idea, 

but he did have Kamalei leave about fifty platters all over the floor of mine when I was newly 

elected."

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*cue running to Celest*

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The Pool of Stars.

This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. An enormously wide circular pool, as

dark as the night sky, glitters softly between the columns. His form suffused with soft light, the 

Keeper of the Pool of Stars stands here attentively. A statue of Zenobia the Queen of Queens stands 

here, memorializing her noble spirit. An imposing sword of radiant white metal has been driven deep 

into the ground in a silent statement of intent. In the shape of an open palm, a metallic sigil lies 

here. A mosaic tiled chest stands here, ready to share donations given. Glowing gently with a soft 

blue light, a delicate dreamcatcher has been permanently hung here. There are 10 archons of Eternal 

Light here. There are 10 cavaliers of the Light here. There are 10 Kusalas of the Tahtetso here. 

Yvai, the battle sheep dwells here, antler-bearing head raised proudly. A owl is perched nearby, 

ephemeral motes of light trailing from her snowy feathers. Kamalei Ironhammer stands here, 

occasionally wiping his hands with a white rag before flinging it over one of his broad shoulders. 

Thaldorn Thornfist, the White towers silently here, a stern gaze on his face. Head bowed, an 

anointed urn-bearer of water and light holds aloft the blessed vessel here with a reverent, stoic 

grace.

You see exits leading north, northeast, east, southeast, south, southwest, west, northwest, and up

(open door).

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Aeldra waves her arms before herself and suddenly her body becomes blurry and out of focus.

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You stand at attention and give a crisp salute with your furry right paw.

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White gives the world a smart salute.

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You hug Aeldra compassionately.

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Aeldra hugs you compassionately.

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White hugs Aeldra compassionately.

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Aeldra hugs Thaldorn Thornfist, the White compassionately.

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You gag a bit as you inhale your own stink.

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You say to Thaldorn Thornfist, the White, "...what did you leave in there, Thaldorn?"

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

You gag a bit as you inhale your own stink.

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-psay You'll see!

Thaldorn Thornfist, the White exclaims, "You'll see!"

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-rub cleanse

You rub the Chromatic Rod of the Avenger and it begins to glow with a pulsating light.

Warm water showers down upon yourself, and you scrub under your armpits trying to wash away that

horrible stench.

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Seagulls wheel far overhead, letting out harsh squawks as they fly over.

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Kamalei says, "No was me, boss! Dis was ALL him."

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You stare blankly into space.

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You say to Aeldra, "...I need to go investigate Gurashi's new office. Apparently Thaldorn left a

'present' in there and won't tell me what it is."

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You give Thaldorn Thornfist, the White the once-over, eyeing him suspiciously.

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White says, "I promise you'll laugh."

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(Celestial Gathering): Gurashi says, "ALARIN."

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(Celestial Gathering): Gurashi says, "LOL."

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-askance thaldorn

You glance askance at Thaldorn Thornfist, the White.

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Aeldra peers at Thaldorn Thornfist, the White over the rim of her glasses.

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(Celestial Gathering): Aeldra says, "LOL."

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(Celestial Gathering): Aeldra says, "That timing."

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(Celestial Gathering): Gurashi says, "FOUND MY OFFICE."

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-cga ROFL!!!

(Celestial Gathering): You say, "ROFL!!!"

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Continuing the hunt for his dark mate, Father Sun presses forward in his journey, lowering himself

in the sky yet still casting even, full light upon the land.

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The office of the Witness.

This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. A painting of a sketch of a sketch of a

sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a 

sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a 

sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a 

sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of a sketch of Gurashi is proudly 

exhibited on a nearby wall. Gurashi, The Heart's Friend with a Regal face shifts and blurs, their 

figure cast into uncertainty by the enveloping Presence that lingers large, unseen, and heavy about 

their form. They wield a peacock psalterium lyre in their right hand.

You see a single exit leading east (open door).

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-gape

Opening your mouth wide, you gape in wonder.

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You yell, "...ARE YOU BLOODY KIDDING ME, THALDORN?!"

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Gurashi looks over their shoulder as you enters, holding the sketch with a blank expression on their

face. "How did he gets this?"

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Gurashi looks upon you and flaps their wings excitedly at you, gusting the air about your form.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend asks Kamalei, "Did see hims do this?"

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Muffled laughter echoes from somewhere outside.

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You say, "...Cousin Esei sent me a sketch."

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You say, "I thought I hid the damn thing."

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-shake

You shake your head.

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Gurashi suddenly scrunches their face. "So THAT is what they were doing."

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You say, "I did not, no."

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You say, "Though I *did* paint that."

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You say, "But I had it in the shop stock..."

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You say, "...room."

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Gurashi blinks.

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You say, "Lanivara. I should have known."

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend whispers, "...does that mean they are in your

stock rooms."

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You say, "No, but his wife usually is."

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-ql

Singing drifts in from outside, faintly muffled.

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Gurashi boggles at you.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend asks, "Does Miss Lanivara have lots of

sketches of sketches of sketches of peoples?"

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Shaking your head, you say, "No, that painting was the only one she had access to."

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You say, "I actually was going to send it to your daughter as a laugh."

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Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

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You say, "But now it's here."

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "W-we still can! Oh..."

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Gurashi pauses, considering the sketch, then a nearby wall. "I mean, if is my offices..."

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "...am allowed to decorate? I can

leaves it."

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Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "It is definitely, something to talks

about."

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You nod your head emphatically.

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You say, "No kidding..."

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You say, "And aye, feel free! The office is yours."

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You say, "...I'm going to go find Thaldorn."

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The Mantle of Starlight shimmers and twinkles as the starlit darkness that it is formed of continues

its eternal motion.

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

You stand at attention and give a crisp salute with your furry right paw.

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-wave

You wave goodbye.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "Ah - congratulations, again! On

winning? I promise to helps, yes."

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "Be bestest Witness that can be. We can

talk more thoroughly in a few months about plans."

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You say, "Aye, thank you!"

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Gurashi looks at you hopefully.

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

You say, "That election was rather close, I must say!"

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "One vote? Maybe two."

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Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

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Singing drifts in from outside, faintly muffled.

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You say, "But aye, anything you can assist with will be a tremendous help!"

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Gurashi looks at you hopefully.

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You say, "Four."

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You say, "I won by four votes."

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "I want to help. Do not want the guild

to just be ... a guild with no meaning. It is good."

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "Oh!"

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You say, "Aye, we will be talking at length soon. I just have a gorilla that will be getting a

talking to. Even if this was funny."

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Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

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Your eyes sparkle with amusement.

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Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "It was very funny."

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "O-K, I too should make sure Ham gets

some running in before I rest my soul once again."

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Gurashi's eyes raise to the heavens as a look of hope flashes across their face.

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You say, "Be well, Witness. We'll talk soon!"

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-nod

You nod your head emphatically.

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Gurashi looks upon you and flaps their wings excitedly at you, gusting the air about your form.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "Take care, Herald Alarin!"

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-asha

You spread your arms wide, and the air between your hands begins to warp and twist as you bore a

hole through the fabric of the planes, seeking to ascend to the Divine Havens.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "...Alarin the Herald? Hmm."

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Chills permeate your voice as you think of Gurashi, The Heart's Friend and tell them, "Just Alarin

is fine as well! I've never been one who liked titles much."

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*running to the Pool of Stars*

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The Pool of Stars.

This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. An enormously wide circular pool, as

dark as the night sky, glitters softly between the columns. His form suffused with soft light, the 

Keeper of the Pool of Stars stands here attentively. A statue of Zenobia the Queen of Queens stands 

here, memorializing her noble spirit. An imposing sword of radiant white metal has been driven deep 

into the ground in a silent statement of intent. In the shape of an open palm, a metallic sigil lies 

here. A mosaic tiled chest stands here, ready to share donations given. Glowing gently with a soft 

blue light, a delicate dreamcatcher has been permanently hung here. There are 10 archons of Eternal 

Light here. There are 10 cavaliers of the Light here. There are 10 Kusalas of the Tahtetso here. 

Yvai, the battle sheep dwells here, antler-bearing head raised proudly. A owl is perched nearby, 

ephemeral motes of light trailing from her snowy feathers. Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie 

perches here with a mischievous glint in his eye. Kamalei Ironhammer stands here, occasionally 

wiping his hands with a white rag before flinging it over one of his broad shoulders. Head bowed, an 

anointed urn-bearer of water and light holds aloft the blessed vessel here with a reverent, stoic 

grace. Ifanami has a look of comprehension here. He wields an ascetic sea-blue tahto of steel with 

both hands. Slakened Cheliyi, Novitiate of Purity stands quietly here, trickles of water playing 

across her form.

You see exits leading north, northeast, east, southeast, south, southwest, west, northwest, and up

(open door).

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

You say, "...where is he?"

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Aeldra's mouth turns up as her face breaks into a smile.

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-narrow

You narrow your eyes to thin slits.

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Cheliyi tilts her head curiously at you.

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Ifanami asks, "Who?"

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You yell, "Don't make me come find you, Thaldorn."

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Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, Slakened Cheliyi, Novitiate of Purity says, "Ah, yeah,

where is Thald-."

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Cheliyi giggles happily.

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As the sun passes below the horizon's edge, Mother Night unveils her terrible, shadowy beauty,

spreading darkness across the land.

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The Ivory Dove, Faragan Ladyn, Master Merchant of The Star yells, "You might be better off since you

lost him."

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Ifanami blinks.

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Cheliyi cackles hellishly.

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Soft mewlings betray a kitten crying for its mother somewhere nearby.

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A cavalier of the Light says, "Stay strong in the Light, Gurashi."

Meleris, Keeper of the Pool of Stars bows his head reverently and traces a holy pentacle in the air

before Gurashi, one point for each Supernal.

Meleris, Keeper of the Pool of Stars says, "Blessed be, Chosen One."

12300h, 7300m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend whispers, "Oh heckity."

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With great elegance, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend lays out a spread of exotic cuisine and delicacies

before you. Along with everyone else, you indulge yourself in this epicurian feast, eating and 

drinking until utterly satiated. The fine meal not only lifts your spirits, but enhances your body 

as well.

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Cheliyi giggles happily.

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Cheliyi hugs Gurashi with no small amount of effort, pulling them into a tight embrace.

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Gurashi gives a creamy bowl of coconut milk, chicken, and lemongrass soup to you.

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You say, "He left a rather obnoxious painting in Gurashi's office."

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Gurashi reaches out, pulling Cheliyi into a tight embrace.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend whispers, "Hello mine-child."

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You say, "...I had to struggle not to burst out laughing."

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You shift your eyes suspiciously from side to side.

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Surprised, Ifanami says, "Ah! What's this?"

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Gurashi smushes their face against the top of Cheliyi's head as they scoop the mugwump into a hug,

then release her, turning their attention to the others. "It was a very funny prank, yes."

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Ifanami sniffs a creamy bowl of coconut milk, chicken, and lemongrass soup, trying to decipher just

what that smell emanating from it is.

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Ifanami puts his nose over a creamy bowl of coconut milk, chicken, and lemongrass soup and inhales.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "Was expecting the offices to be all

messed up but it was just a very silly drawing, of me."

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Gurashi twiddles their thumbs.

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You say, "...I know where he is. Excuse me for a moment."

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You lean over the Pool of Stars and reach down to touch the shifting surface. As your fingers dip

into the water, the world suddenly melts away and in moments you find yourself somewhere else.

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Atop a fountain of coruscating starlight.

This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. A font of endless starlight pours over

the rim of the ceramic urn set upon the apex of the fountain. As if caught in a graceful dance of 

duality, a black and a white koi fish circle one another within the clear waters of this immaculate 

urn, its shimmering surface reflecting a soothing white light. Trailing a multitude of luminous 

tentacles through the starlight, a medusa jellyfish drifts carelessly about.

You see a single exit leading down.

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bek<>-

*I earlier emoted him disappearing behind the Pool of Stars, so I just needed to drop him out of sight. xD*

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The Pool of Stars.

This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. An enormously wide circular pool, as

dark as the night sky, glitters softly between the columns. His form suffused with soft light, the 

Keeper of the Pool of Stars stands here attentively. A statue of Zenobia the Queen of Queens stands 

here, memorializing her noble spirit. An imposing sword of radiant white metal has been driven deep 

into the ground in a silent statement of intent. In the shape of an open palm, a metallic sigil lies 

here. A mosaic tiled chest stands here, ready to share donations given. Glowing gently with a soft 

blue light, a delicate dreamcatcher has been permanently hung here. There are 10 archons of Eternal 

Light here. There are 10 cavaliers of the Light here. There are 10 Kusalas of the Tahtetso here. 

Yvai, the battle sheep dwells here, antler-bearing head raised proudly. A owl is perched nearby, 

ephemeral motes of light trailing from her snowy feathers. Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie 

perches here with a mischievous glint in his eye. Ifanami has a look of comprehension here. He 

wields an ascetic sea-blue tahto of steel with both hands. Head bowed, an anointed urn-bearer of 

water and light holds aloft the blessed vessel here with a reverent, stoic grace. Gurashi, The 

Heart's Friend with a Regal face shifts and blurs, their figure cast into uncertainty by the 

enveloping Presence that lingers large, unseen, and heavy about their form. They wield a peacock 

psalterium lyre in their right hand. Slakened Cheliyi, Novitiate of Purity stands quietly here, 

trickles of water playing across her form.

You see exits leading north, northeast, east, southeast, south, southwest, west, northwest, and up

(open door).

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bek<>-

You have recovered balance on all limbs. (1.167s)

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-eye thaldorn

You give Thaldorn Thornfist, the White the once-over, eyeing him suspiciously.

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The lonely call of an albatross carries from the Inner Sea.

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Lady Aeldra Ladyn, of Cerulean Waters says, "Apologies, my mind had wandered for a moment."

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Gurashi shakes their head.

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White says, "...oops?" sheepishly.

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Aeldra flashes Gurashi a joyous smile.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "S'O-K. Was about to ask how everybody

is doing to-day."

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Lady Aeldra Ladyn, of Cerulean Waters asks, "Say so that is what this is about? A drawing?"

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You say, "...oops? Really?"

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You stare blankly into space.

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Lady Aeldra Ladyn, of Cerulean Waters says, "I am splendid, thank you."

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Ifanami says to Gurashi, "Every moment is the best moment I have ever had. Superlative!"

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Kamalei exclaims, "If da gorilla say me was involve, he bulai. I no was dea!"

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White says to Kamalei, "Traitor."

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White tells you, "Alarin said Thaldorn actually isn't in trouble."

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A kinswoman of New Celest quietly enters from the up.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend whispers, "They had a very very very very

very very very sketchy sketch of me."

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Gurashi's wings flap excitedly behind them.

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Gurashi looks at Ifanami, face lighting up as they smile brightly at him.

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White exclaims, "...wait. I'm not?!"

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The pulsing beam from New Celest's lighthouse surges brilliantly, a shining beacon of hope that cuts

through the night sky across the entirety of the Basin of Life.

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You say, "No, though your wife is about to get banned out of my stockroom."

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Across the heavens, the stars and moon challenge night's dark reign, revealing familiar

constellations that tell the tales of myth and legend.

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White says, "...aye. She got the painting for me."

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White shifts his eyes suspiciously from side to side.

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Gurashi giggles at Ifanami's enthusiasm, releasing Cheliyi at last and folding their hands politely.

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You say, "That's what I figured."

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Done with her business here, a kinswoman of New Celest wanders to the up.

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Lady Aeldra Ladyn, of Cerulean Waters says, "I'm afraid I have to depart a while. I hope I'll see

each other soon. And please, those that haven't yet, consider writing me a letter as per my posting. 

May the Light of Celestia guide you all."

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You say, "You have NO idea how hard it was to keep a straight face when I walked in there."

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Aeldra waves goodbye.

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-wave

You wave goodbye.

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-hug ael

A cavalier of the Light says, "Let me know if you need my assistance, Aeldra."

Falling into a light trot, Yvai, the battle sheep trots out to the ether.

Beating her wings, a snowy-white owl lifts up, currents of air carrying her out to ether, motes of

light trailing from her feathers.

Aeldra has left the area.

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You hug yourself compassionately.

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(Celest): Aeldra (from the Aetherways) says, "Be well, City of Light."

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "Oh, take care, Miss Aeldra--."

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(Celest): Gurashi says, "Be well!"

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Gurashi flails about helplessly.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "F-fast."

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(Celest): Faragan says, "Rest well niece."

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(Celest): You say, "Rest well, Lady Aeldra."

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A rippling flame wells within you as your vision is consumed with light, the visage of the Avenger

forming before your sight and the nine seals about Him. Beyond, a vast, impenetrable blackness 

separates a warm, inviting source of light, too far to reach.

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Thaldorn Thornfist, the White says to Gurashi, "...tell me you did laugh."

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White's eyes raise to the heavens as a look of hope flashes across his face.

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Gurashi shimmies their shoulders a little, then looks up to Thaldorn Thornfist, the White,

surprised. "Oh! About the sketch?"

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Gurashi throws back their head as they laugh.

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says, "I did, I did! It surprised me, then it

made me laugh!"

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White tells you, "Alarin said Honestly... I was expecting much, much worse."

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Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

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Caught in a sudden bout of whimsy, Gurashi twirls about the room in idle circles.

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White wipes the back of his hand across his brow in relief.

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White exclaims, "All right, good!"

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Kamalei exclaims, "...now I wish I was involve. What you did anyways?!"

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In an airy, melodic voice, Gurashi, The Heart's Friend says to Kamalei, "Art!"

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

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Qillilitli has entered the area.

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Thaldorn Thornfist, the White says, "...remember that painting the panda was working on a few days

ago?"

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Qillilitli has left the area.

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The gentle light of the Pool of Stars suffuses the night sky with streaks of white.

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Kamalei exclaims, "Yah, me do? Wha-- hoi!"

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>

Opening his mouth wide, Kamalei gapes in wonder at Thaldorn Thornfist, the White.

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Kamalei exclaims, "...bulleh, you wen hang da fricka in dea?!"

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-say he did, aye.

You say, "He did, aye."

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-fw

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Thaldorn Thornfist, the White rolls on the floor, laughing.

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Gurashi looks between the feuding dwellers, their hand lifted to their mouth to stifle their own

giggling.

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The corners of Cheliyi's mouth turn up as she grins mischievously.

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Kamalei exclaims, "...I trying not foa laugh, but... bubs, das funny right dea!"

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Kamalei rolls on the floor, laughing.

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Gurashi's wings flap excitedly behind them.

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-cga xD

The Pool of Stars.

This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. An enormously wide circular pool, as

dark as the night sky, glitters softly between the columns. His form suffused with soft light, the 

Keeper of the Pool of Stars stands here attentively. A statue of Zenobia the Queen of Queens stands 

here, memorializing her noble spirit. An imposing sword of radiant white metal has been driven deep 

into the ground in a silent statement of intent. In the shape of an open palm, a metallic sigil lies 

here. A mosaic tiled chest stands here, ready to share donations given. Glowing gently with a soft 

blue light, a delicate dreamcatcher has been permanently hung here. There are 10 archons of Eternal 

Light here. There are 10 cavaliers of the Light here. There are 10 Kusalas of the Tahtetso here. 

Muginn, the ghost-feathered magpie perches here with a mischievous glint in his eye. Kamalei 

Ironhammer stands here, occasionally wiping his hands with a white rag before flinging it over one 

of his broad shoulders. Thaldorn Thornfist, the White towers silently here, a stern gaze on his 

face. Ifanami has a look of comprehension here. He wields an ascetic sea-blue tahto of steel with 

both hands. Slakened Cheliyi, Novitiate of Purity stands quietly here, trickles of water playing 

across her form. Twirling about idly, Gurashi sways here dreamily. They wield a peacock psalterium 

lyre in their right hand.

You see exits leading north, northeast, east, southeast, south, southwest, west, northwest, and up

(open door).

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-

Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

12300h, 7800m, 9300e, 10p Bexk<>-