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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 16, 2021 11:21:22 GMT -5
[ hello ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ซ โฅ, i'm super glad you're interested! unfortunately the Bone Dragon spot was claimed via dms (that's super on me for not updating the page) but the armored, aquatic, double, golden, & poison dragons are all still open if any of those interested you! as for the remaining Knights slot, we ended up moving the twins to the riders, so there's still a slot open if you wanted to make a survivor! i look forward to seeing your characters! ]
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Post by ๐พ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ on Aug 16, 2021 11:26:09 GMT -5
( we are each only allowed one dragon and rider right now correct? )
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 16, 2021 11:48:52 GMT -5
[ yeah, only one of the main 13 new knights for right now, but you can make as many side characters as you'd like! ]
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Post by ๐พ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ on Aug 16, 2021 11:49:18 GMT -5
( ok just checking. Thanks (: )
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 16, 2021 11:50:45 GMT -5
[ yeah np! if y'all have any questions/confusions don't be afraid to ask! it's mostly on me for not writing things clearly lol so i'm more than happy to explain things! ]
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Post by ๐พ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ on Aug 16, 2021 11:51:38 GMT -5
( all good haha I skimmed most of the info bc I have been stupid busy with work so just wanted to clarify a few things )
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 16, 2021 11:53:56 GMT -5
[ ur more than fine! i would have totally just skimmed it too, and i don't even have work as an excuse lmao! it's more there to be a reference when writing posts & stuff, i don't expect y'all to be experts on my silly worldbuilding! ]
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Post by สแดแดสสแดสแดแด ยป on Aug 16, 2021 11:55:04 GMT -5
iโm so excited to get my starter up, i finally decided on calโs layout lol bc i knew i wouldnโt be able to make one as pretty as yโallโs
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Post by ๐พ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ on Aug 16, 2021 11:55:35 GMT -5
( I will try to finish my forms tonight but Iโm not sure since I have to get up very early tomorrow and I donโt get home until around 6 pm. I may just eat dinner and go to sleep lol )
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 16, 2021 12:01:24 GMT -5
[ eyyy super excited to see it khale! and i totally get the coding thing too, everyone always makes them so pretty!
take all the time you need! i'd rather u get a full night's sleep than have you exhausted in the morning. forms can always wait! ]
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Post by ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ซ โฅ on Aug 16, 2021 12:05:02 GMT -5
[ no worries! i'll switch it over to the poison rider then and probably have forms up (or started? started at least) by later tonight ]
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 16, 2021 12:08:35 GMT -5
[ sounds like a plan! and again, sorry about the claimspace issue, i'll make sure i keep the page updated in the future! ]
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 16, 2021 12:30:53 GMT -5
[ front page should be updated with everyone's forms (that have been completed)! let me know if i missed anyone! ]
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 16, 2021 20:11:01 GMT -5
 hollis terran
training grounds | early morning | @tags
There was something naturally relaxing about stabbing a sword into a training dummy. Maybe it was the rehearsal, the rapid movements that had been memorized after years of practice, or maybe Hollis was just a bloodthirsty monster. He liked to believe it was the first option.
The new rider had spent the better part of the morning in the area of the fort designed to train the new riders. There was a climbing wall, an archery range, even a full arena designed for close combat practice. Of course, he'd tried everything he could get his hands on. Scoria had scoffed, thinking his new rider insane for waking up at the crack of dawn just to swing a sword around an empty room. Scoria wasn't seeing the big picture. After all, Hollis had never heard of a hero who stayed in bed until noon.
Still he'd let his new companion sleep, not wanting to start off on the wrong foot. One of these days he'll be excited about waking up with me to train, he thought, swinging once again at the dummy. I'm an absolute delight when it comes to combat practice. He wasn't actually sure if he was, but having a partner to spar with always made things more fun. And it was certainly more fulfilling than practicing strikes again inanimate objects.
Sheathing his broadsword, he stepped off to the side of the arena. He was surprised none of the other riders had joined him yet. Sure most had been at the fort for longer than he had, but the training grounds were by far the most important part. How were they going to save the country if they never practiced? He hoped they were just late sleepers. He could train them out of that habit. Hopefully.
Scoria are you awake? He reached out to his dragon- they were further away than he would have liked, but their bond seemed strong enough to reach each other.
...Mmmmmm....no.....another hour?
You can't just sleep forever, practice is important and I thi-
I'm already stronger than all the other dragons here, I don't need practice. They all know it too- just ask them.
Hollis highly doubted that was true. While Scoria was certainly an intimidating opponent, he was slow and always seemed to go for the easiest attack he could make. But he also didn't think that pointing that out would convince the dragon to come. So he tried a different approach.
Maybe so, but they're going to forget that if you never prove it to them. Maybe if we spar another rider we can show just how strong you are- plus it means you can fight without getting in trouble for it.
I know what you're doing.
And?
I'll be there in a minute.
Hollis couldn't help but smile. He'd had his doubts about Scoria when they'd first bonded. The dragon was very aggressive, and didn't seem to take any interest in getting to know him better. It had seemed like he hardly cared for their bond- or even just Hollis in general. But it seemed like the Flame-Swallower was warming up to him. Maybe things weren't so helpless.
so down for a group training session Hushabye ! Either way my boy is just gonna be chilling in the training grounds if anyone wants to interact! |
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Post by Hushabye on Aug 16, 2021 23:29:02 GMT -5
[ lazy penguin I'm just going to b l a h this on the page...sorry that it's poorly written! And such! ><;; I'm distracted/busy, so I'll try to clean it up later! I hope you don't mind that I kind of came up with training ideas on my own? This one is for a game that's kind of like quidditch but on dragons haha ^^;; just there if anyone's interested? I thought it might be a good way to gather some dragons & riders and get a feel for how their bonds are at the start. ] -- Anavlok Stainawarik, Alexiares & Astraxares Diaviore Anavlok jogs along the forest path that cuts straight through dense undergrowth and into the open-air portion of the Knights' designated training area proper. Truthfully, there is a more direct route he could have taken, but Alexiares wouldn't accept it. Technically, he doesn't have to actually take part in the 'race', as the Rider was gone before he could respond- but if he doesn't look as if he's put in even the slightest amount of effort Alexiares may challenge him again and watch him the entire time... The older man slows as he comes to the realization that he may have been spoiling his little cousins a bit too much...This doesn't count as favoritism, does it? The sun glinting off a head of pale hair draws his attention, and he switches to a trot as he approaches the courtyard's sole occupant- Besides himself and the Diaviore twins that he can see in his peripheral, but he'll pretend that he doesn't notice them while Alex is distracted by sneezing pollen out of his hair. " Rider Terran! Up at dawn, I see. Your dedication is commendable~" He hopes there aren't trace hints of 'favoritism' in his tone. Lok is genuinely pleased to have someone of Hollis Terran's character amongst his trainees. It was only recently that he truly understood why his teachers had praised him for being a 'star pupil'. Anavlok laces gloved fingers behind his back, gaze bright as it briefly drops to the blade at Hollis' side. " How many swings have you gotten in? You-" He cuts himself off at the sound of approaching footsteps. " I had intended to organize a voluntary training session today!" The information is delivered quickly, uncomfortably aware of Alex's ire raising the hairs on the back of his neck. " Did you now?" The aforementioned man drawls, drawing up at the Knight's side and eyeing him dubiously. He may have cut a more intimidating figure if his brother wasn't still chuckling and teasing daisies from his messy hair. " Only you could trip over a squirrel-" " Shut up Ass." Alexiares snaps, crossing his arms. " Terran." He acknowledges the other man with a grunt before returning his attention to a sheepish Anavlok. " Continue." The Knight beams at him, " Thank you for taking the bait~!" This earns him a scowl, so he happily continues, building on his excuse for not being locked into a morning spent with his 'problem child' of a cousin. Too much aggression in the morning is bad for the soul, he's sure. And so, Anavlok puts on his showman's voice and illustrates his words with exaggerated hand movements. " Today is a free day, yes? Without direct instruction, I'm sure many of the Riders would prefer to avoid training that is repetitive and has no short-term rewards. I have spent the quiet hours of the morn searching for a solution to their lacking motivation-" He says this solemnly, patiently ignoring Alex's disbelieving snort. "- and I have come to a solution that may be beneficial for all..." Dramatic pause. Alex sneezes. The shadow of Vortigern's peculiarly-shaped wings passes overhead. " The universally celebrated sport...Dragon Ball!" Anavlok hops a bit, spreading his arms as if for applause. Astraxares claps dutifully, laughter in his words. " Is that something you just made up?" " Possibly!" Anavlok clasps his hands together with a bright grin. " It's a sport that will require both Rider and dragon to perform well in flight and places emphasis on teamwork! So!" He spins toward a pensive-looking Alexiares. " I will be overseeing your aerial maneuvers! See? Keeping my word!" |
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 17, 2021 0:22:07 GMT -5
[ ur fine Hushabye , I love the game idea! i might mess around and get a reply up tonight : o
dude I get the struggle inky. formats can be a real pain sometimes! ]
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 17, 2021 0:35:29 GMT -5
[ go for it! I'm gonna have Hollis join the twins in the training game, and the more the merrier ]
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 17, 2021 1:03:29 GMT -5
hollis terran
training grounds | early morning | Hushabye
Hollis was stood at the corner of the training grounds, still waiting for Scoria when he heard footsteps rapidly approaching. Oh? Is someone else finally here to train? He thought, resting his hand on the hilt of his sheathed sword instinctively.
He wasn't sure who he was expecting, he just knew he didn't expect it to be Anavlok. The old Knight didn't strike him as the type to be using the training grounds on his own. Maybe he was just looking for new recruits to train.
His questions were quickly answered as the twins came barreling in after him- erasing any moment he'd had to respond to the other Knight.
As the trio seemed to bicker among themselves, he couldn't help but yearn for home. Back in Wrenvale his group of rebels were like family, and they never saw the point in petty arguments. He'd just assumed it was normal to get along with the people you surrounded yourself with. And yet, with Anavlok and the twins he could never get a good read on them. Alexclares seemed to be more trouble than his brother though, which was unfortunate considering that he was the twin Hollis would have to work with the most.
"I think that's a wonderful idea," Hollis replied to the Knight as he proposed the game. Dragon Ball, He thought with a smirk, There's definitely a joke to be made there, but I'm not sure this group would get it. It was exhausting having to be the funny one sometimes. "Scoria will be arriving shortly, but I'm sure he'll be just as eager to stretch his wings. Plus," he added, turning his attention to Alex and his brother. "I'm always down for an easy win."
sorry its short, typing this out on my phone was a lot more of a hassle than I thought it would be haha. |
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I'm a free woman again! At least until the semester starts up :D
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Post by inky on Aug 17, 2021 1:14:53 GMT -5
ยปSaena & Ilaria
With lazy penguin & Hushabye - Training Grounds - Early Morning
The sunlight had barely made its way into her room, this was her second night in this place. Honestly, it hadn't even been two weeks since she'd arrived home from some mercenary thing she'd been sent on with Ilaria. Saena laid in her bed not wanting to move, staring at the ceiling above her, she sighed. Sure Ilaria was cool she guessed. Kind of like the sibling she'd never had, but now she was going to be fighting for something with a bunch of other people? Gross. Alone. That was how it had always been. The woman liked it that way too. It wasn't that she didn't like people, well not exactly she just preferred to do things her way and no everyone saw eye to eye.
"Oh cry me a river, you know most times you are wrong right?"
"Shut up you are the one who is wrong. Who was it that got us lost the other day? Who said they knew where they were going? Hmm."
"I did know! I just was testing you and your directional skills miss I know everything there is to know about everything."
"I'm literally like three times your age I'm pretty sure I know more than you."
"Okay well you are just a human so there."
"Great argument Ila. Anyway. You want to go hit some stuff in the training room?"
"And accidentally hit you sounds great."
A grin spread across Saena's face and she laughed lightly, big idiot dragon. Rolling her eyes she got out of bed and got dressed, she knew Ilaria would be waiting outside, or inside as far as she could get for her. Knowing the ever-changing dragon she'd be hiding nearby waiting to scare her. So out she went and sure enough, the once invisible dragon popped up making the scariest face she could make. "I could smell your breath before you even changed colors." Saena laughed patting Ilaria on the side of her face. "Try harder next time. Come on." The dragon's shoulders sunk as she failed to scare her obviously rather upset. She followed after her rider closely, bumping her serval times on purpose as they made their way to their common goal. Of course, Saena pushed back but the dragon was much heavier than her so it never did anything other than bother a little.
As she entered the training area her eyes scanned the room. "Not empty, guess we have to make friends at some point right?"
"I'm not the one who can't make friends."
"Says that one who only has one friend and that is me."
"One, I'm not your friend that is gross. Name one other friend you have outside of me."
"I've spent years traveling I don't have time for friends."
"Mmmmhm. Exactly."
Again Saena shoved her, feet digging into the ground as she did. As usual, nothing happened. Making her way inside she overheard an excited exclamation about, dragon ball? The hell was that. Both dragon and ride exchanged a glance, interest written across their features. She listened as the other explained what purpose this game had and it was intriguing. "Oi. You guys got room for two more contestants?" The woman walked over the black-eyed dragon not far behind, in fact, Saena leaned on her for a moment just to be shoved off with a snort. "I'm all game for whatever that is if it means something different." Pausing for a moment she realized she should probably introduce herself. "Oh. Uh I'm Saena Meltheon by the way. And this is Ilaria."
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Post by ๐พ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ on Aug 17, 2021 6:10:45 GMT -5
( I will be able to get a post up Thursday most likely. Iโm just gonna make Trys human )
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 17, 2021 17:39:30 GMT -5
[ โโะพฯ yeah of course, I'll mark it as claimed for you! ]
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Post by ๐พ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ on Aug 17, 2021 17:58:58 GMT -5
( ugh I donโt wanna work a 12 hour shift tomorrow )
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 17, 2021 22:30:37 GMT -5
[ ight just got back from hanging out with friends give me a sec to catch up/do updates. might get a discord up and running tonight too if i have the time!
๐พ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ oh yikes that does not sound like fun ]
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Post by lazy penguin on Aug 17, 2021 22:53:51 GMT -5
[ eyyyyyy started a discord, feel free to join! it'll be a nice way to hang out with y'all and develop more specific plots/character arcs with each other! ]
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Post by ๐พ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ on Aug 18, 2021 10:01:29 GMT -5
( almost made it to lunch x.x )
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Post by สแดแดสสแดสแดแด ยป on Aug 18, 2021 11:18:49 GMT -5
Calypso Renfrey southern base camp I early morning | starter | fenrir
Calypso leaned quietly against a tree on the edge of camp, one arm tossed haphazardly over Fenrir's head as he slept beside her, curled around the tree like a cat around a post. She listened as the forest awoke in harmonies of birdsong and chirping crickets. Squirrels dances across the tree limbs and Calypso thought, for a moment, that she could be happy here. The songs of nature were so much more powerful than any tune she could throw into a performance.
Then she remembered why she was here, and the moment passed. The resistance, bold and brash and willing to do whatever it takes to undercut the invaders. How pitiful, truly, that they couldn't see that they were doing just as much harm as the tyranny had.
What has your mind in such a whirl, little one? Fenrir rumbled next to her. Calypso didn't think she'd ever get quite used to the sound of his voice in her head, even if it was beginning to feel like a part of her. Being bonded to the frost dragon was still amusing, watching the steam rise off of his cold scales as she warmed her body with her magic. A small spell, just to take the edge off of her restless energy.
It's just... this whole situation with the knights and the other riders. It feels too much like another set of invaders. Who cares about why when more people are bound to get hurt? She could feel the rumble in his chest as he hummed, vibrating the arm she had across his head.
Would you rather do nothing? he questioned. Is it better to simply sit back and watch, or to work single-handedly to destroy corruption one individual at a time? Would Kaos not work far better with her network than without?
I suppose you have a point, she admitted begrudgingly. Of course he would remind her of her alter ego just to prove a point. Working as Kaos was far easier after she developed and nurtured her connections, even if some of them were with people she'd rather not spend much time with. |
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