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Post by Protractor on Mar 8, 2019 19:56:20 GMT -5
"Sadly,they all are."Snapper replied."Why are you up here anyway?" Charles was relieve to see another human besides himself up here."What are you doing up here?" In unison, they replied to some various form, "We live here." They glanced at each other, smiled, and each continued. "This is a holy place, where a bond between dragon and rider is formed like nowhere else." The girl replied. "My parents sent me here to learn humility, and kinship with the humans. It's one of the last places on the world where we're treated not as beasts, but as equals, and even greater." "That must suck,living up here."They both replied. |
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 19:59:29 GMT -5
Drake moved closer to Mysha to support her. “And if he comes after her we will deal with him.” He replied, looking up at her uncle. “He won’t beat us. If he ever catches up.”
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Post by Samandriel on Mar 8, 2019 20:00:46 GMT -5
"She's odd like that. I wouldn't wait on-"
Aldnoa turned to see that young child, who had been with Baba earlier, racing towards them. In their hand was a sword in its sheath. "Sir! Sir!" They called with a smile. They passed Aldnoa without fear, and carried the blade right to Larkes.
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Post by Samandriel on Mar 8, 2019 20:03:06 GMT -5
In unison, they replied to some various form, "We live here." They glanced at each other, smiled, and each continued. "This is a holy place, where a bond between dragon and rider is formed like nowhere else." The girl replied. "My parents sent me here to learn humility, and kinship with the humans. It's one of the last places on the world where we're treated not as beasts, but as equals, and even greater." "That must suck,living up here."They both replied. "It doesn't!" The dragoness insisted. "Please, stay a little while. You'll find you like it here." The girl laughed and shrugged, dismissing the subject. "I'm Laura." |
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 20:04:14 GMT -5
Larkes looked over and smiled as he saw the young man from earlier. He watched the boy carry the blade up and he gently accepted it. “Why Thank you, young man.” He said as he looked at the sword’s hilt.
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Post by Smokey Feather on Mar 8, 2019 20:04:42 GMT -5
Mysha looked down, shaking her head as her uncle continued. "My father told me of a time when we weren't dragon killers. When we could touch the skies like you and your friend. Now we smash eggs and kill hatchlings. You... you might be able to change that. The people will listen to a Bone Bearer." Mysha snorted, shaking her head again. "No. I wouldn't last a week." Her uncle stared. "You won't last as long on the run. Dethrone him, and you and your friend will have to run from nothing for the rest of your lives." He received a scoff at that. After everything that they did to her? And everything they have been doing to dragons? She doubted that would change so soon.
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Post by Samandriel on Mar 8, 2019 20:09:32 GMT -5
Larkes looked over and smiled as he saw the young man from earlier. He watched the boy carry the blade up and he gently accepted it. “Why Thank you, young man.” He said as he looked at the sword’s hilt. He bowed and handed it over. "Baba says, should you be heading for the castle, it's thataway." He points. Aldnoa stirs, eager to get moving once more. |
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 20:11:08 GMT -5
Larkes laughed. “You don’t need to bow, little man.” He said happily. He then looked up at his dragon and grinned. “Ready to go?”
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Post by Samandriel on Mar 8, 2019 20:12:14 GMT -5
Aldnoa nodded and stood to stretch, then lowered once more for Larkes to climb on.
The blacksmith shook his head as he watched, astounded, while the boy waved.
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 20:16:13 GMT -5
LArkes waited as Aldnoa bent down and he climbed up the dragon and sat where he had before, waving goodbye to the blacksmith and the boy. “Thanks again!” He said.
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Post by Samandriel on Mar 8, 2019 20:19:56 GMT -5
They both said goodbye, and Aldnoa took off, knocking both of them over. Neither was hurt, but such was the wind that the Blacksmith's hat went soaring away.
"To the castle, then?" Aldnoa asked with a cheeky grin.
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 20:24:04 GMT -5
Larkes nodded happily and he rubbed Aldnoa’s scales as he flew. “Yes let’s go!” He said happily.
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Post by Smokey Feather on Mar 8, 2019 20:24:46 GMT -5
(My reply still needs response, Tob :'3)
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Post by Samandriel on Mar 8, 2019 20:25:51 GMT -5
Aldnoa let out a deafening roar of excitement, and raced through the winds. The journey had truly begun!
(timeskip~ Also, should we bring in a couple other characters for the sake of continuing at the castle?)
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Post by Samandriel on Mar 8, 2019 20:26:37 GMT -5
(My reply still needs response, Tob :'3) (Know that feel =3= ) |
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 20:31:51 GMT -5
Sorry))
Drake listened to everything his friend was saying and he too scoffed. “Things won’t change that easily, sir.” He said, looking to Mysha. “But no matter what you choose, I’ll stay with you. And I’m sure Shard will stay with Ma’ait.”
((All sounds good, Sam!))
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Post by Smokey Feather on Mar 8, 2019 20:35:58 GMT -5
Mysha pinched the bridge of her nose. "I don't know," she grunted. "I'm pretty sure we could fare well on our own." But it was tempting to be able to rub her brand in that monster's face. And take his spot, on top of that. "Still... he is right... if we try our luck on our own, we will be on the run for the rest of our lives, whether we can protect ourselves or not." This Chief in particular would not have his people stop until she was dead.
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 20:38:57 GMT -5
“Then, we can deal with th current Chief and put someone in power who isn’t going to hunt us.” Drake said, trying to reach for his friend’s hand. “We can do this.”
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Post by misstrissshad464 on Mar 8, 2019 20:45:34 GMT -5
Sorry! I got a new video game console and have been playing on that for a while)) Larkes chuckled and just continued to rub the mecha’s head, kinda enjoying this. “That or you just like being rubbed all over your head so it doesn’t matter where I put my hands.” Larkes replied as he continued to focus on making Aldnoa feel some joy, or whatever he could ‘feel’ at the moment. “Well, the power that Shard and I share is strongest during the New Moon phase. That’s happening in about a week, I believe. Maybe we should wait a few days and use that time to train and stuff?” He suggested, beginning to wrap her exquisite Shard figurine in some protective material he had acquired. He didn’t want anything to happen to such a beautiful piece of woodswork. Ocean smiled as he came in and watched as she closed the door behind him. “Of course I’ll help, Amanda.” He said happily. He wasn’t extremely dirty this time around, so he hoped that washing his hands and arms wolf suffice for the time being. “So what has Scarlett been up to today?” He asked as he washed some grime off his hands. "She has been helping out with gardening today with the others." Amanda answered with a smile as she returned to cutting up tomatoes. |
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Post by Smokey Feather on Mar 8, 2019 20:45:43 GMT -5
Mysha looked stressed, but allowed Drake to take her hand. "That's not how it works," she said with a shake of her head. "Our replacement would be killed in their sleep. They wouldn't take "second best", seriously." Especially since they knew about their little group. She was quiet for a long time. "We could have a safe place to be together," she mumbled, looking at their hands. "And we would have the resources to have a hand in ending this stupid belief about dragons all being evil." She offered the second suggestion mainly so there wouldn't be too much focus on her first.
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Post by Samandriel on Mar 8, 2019 20:46:39 GMT -5
As they arrived, and Aldnoa came to a landing outside the castle gate, horns sounded their arrival. There were crossbows pointed at the duo, and although Aldnoa showed confidence and a lack of care, he was prepared to use his wings to cover Larkes.
The captain of the guard shouted down to them. "You, a dragon rider! Dragons are forbidden don't you know?"
Aldnoa snickered softly. "As if a law could stop us." Then he rose his voice. "I am Aldnoa, servant to Honorable Knight Larkes. We seek a meeting with the lord."
There was silence a moment. "Be still where you are. We shall see to him."
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 20:55:46 GMT -5
“Ah.” Ocean said simply as he started making the food with her. “Thank you for bringing me here, by the way.” He said.
Drake smiled as he moved closer to his friend. “Like I said, Mysha. I’ll be here for you in whatever you decide to do. Run, fight, whatever you decide.” He said.
Larkes climbed up the dragon’s scales so he could see easier. “Here we go Aldnoa. This is the start of our big adventure.”
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Post by Smokey Feather on Mar 8, 2019 21:01:23 GMT -5
Mysha sighed again. There would likely be some defiant people, but there was no fun if there was no challenge. Looking over at her uncle, she said "I think it'll be fun to rub it in Chief's face that he couldn't get rid of me." Maybe she would feed him to their dragons. Ma'ait definitely would eat him. Smiling slightly, her uncle straightened up. "The Dogs smile upon the day." Looking at them, he asked curiously "So... are you two... you know...? We are usually always led by two..." Mysha choked on air, shaking her head as she felt her cheeks warm. "No! We're not."
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Post by Samandriel on Mar 8, 2019 21:04:50 GMT -5
Larkes climbed up the dragon’s scales so he could see easier. “Here we go Aldnoa. This is the start of our big adventure.” "And a very bright future." He added. "Dismount, Fair Knight of the iron dragon!" The gate swung open, to reveal a man in noble attire. "I am Sir Aurelius, proctor of this region! It is a pleasure to meet the acquaintance of such a powerful knight!" |
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 21:06:03 GMT -5
Drake too saw where this was leading and he too shook his head as his cheeks warm and he retracted his hand. “We’re only friends, sir. Our dragon’s are damn near mates but we aren’t that far.” He said, casting a glance to his sleeping dragon cuddled close to Ma’ait.
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 21:07:56 GMT -5
Larkes looked down as a man appeared at the gates. He gripped his sword’s hilt as he slid down Aldnoa’s scales and off his paw. He walked over towards the man and nodded to him. “Hello. I am Larkes and this is Aldnoa.” He said, gesturing to the large beast.
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Post by Smokey Feather on Mar 8, 2019 21:10:12 GMT -5
Her uncle smiled in amusement at their reactions. "Well, only time can tell. Aside from that, I think you should approach Chief today, while the matter is still fresh." The idea sounded like a suicide mission, and when Mysha raised a skeptical brow, he continued "He wouldn't dare attack you two outright. Like I said, word travels fast. Many would gather with you if you showed up. Would think you are strong, despite your... um... setbacks."
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Post by Samandriel on Mar 8, 2019 21:11:03 GMT -5
Aldnoa cleared his throat. "Sir Larkes." He whispered.
The lord laughed. "Yes, yes, A pleasure to meet you! I'd like to talk a bit, why don't you come inside?" It was an old tactic- split up the force against you, to divide and conquer. Larkes would be murdered, and then Aldnoa driven off.
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Post by AshLightning on Mar 8, 2019 21:22:49 GMT -5
Drake cocked an eyebrow. “What setbacks?” He asked as he looked at Mysha, a little confused. Sure they were in pain and such but they were stronger than ever... right?
Shard slowly woke up to hearing humans talk and he looked over, noticing the man from the night before. He lightly nosed his friend to gently wake her.
Larkes instantly saw through the plot and he shook his head, and with a quick flick of the wrist his sword was out and the tip inches from the other man’s throat. “I think not. If you want any talks to happen, they’ll happen out here.” He said, eyes deadly calm and serious. “Your plots are all but worthless in front of me.”
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Post by Smokey Feather on Mar 8, 2019 21:28:07 GMT -5
Mysha's uncle raised a brow. "She is missing an arm, and walks with a little limp. She looks weak." Even though she wasn't now, as she could fight with a anything resembling a staff as well as gaining more muscle strength back. "You must show them that your appearance means nothing when it comes to your power." Mysha nodded slowly. Looking over at Drake, she said softly "Let's just get this over with?" She was mainly doing it for the chance that she could live relatively peacefully with Drake. The perks would be a bonus though.
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