Bugging a Dad

---> Glaisne and Cheliyi are speaking about the death of a tree, and talk about being consumed by the Wyrd when they finally die.
---> Glaisne jokes that being eaten by the Wyrd sounds like a second or third date sort of thing while grinning at Cheliyi

Glaisne's eyes sparkle with amusement.

(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "Oh my god. are they flirting. is my cheliyi all grown up?"
(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "Fneuwincjksdnncjksd jk."
(The Shadow Kindred): Glaisne says, ":O."

With a gentle creak, you say, "Maybe. Maybe not. I might be hungry."

(The Shadow Kindred): Glaisne says, "Dating in the Glomdoring: A Guide."

You have emoted: Cheliyi wiggles her fingers in a semi-threatening manner.
The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

Glaisne presses a hoofed hand over his heart as he gasps dramatically, trying not to laugh all the while.

(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "She had to have the birds and the bees talk so maybe not for a bit fncjilsdncnknsd."
(The Shadow Kindred): Glaisne says, "Well, you see, the birds EAT the bees and then."

Drone Glaisne, One of Many laughingly says, "I think I should bring more than just punch then."

The screeching of a crow echoes through the dark woods, sounding almost like harsh laughter.

Glaisne pats his arms and shoulders as if ensuring he is still all there.

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.

(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "Adrien had to give a whole lecture."
(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "It was g o l d e n."
(The Shadow Kindred): Glaisne says, ":O."

You pet a vicious, ghostly white crow ingratiatingly.
A vicious, ghostly white crow nods his head at you.

Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "Miss Cheliyi! Miss Cheliyi!"
Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "Did you get the donut! The flower! It is powdery flowery floury flower!"
Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "Oh! Wait * a splash of bright color * how are YOU mine-child?"

You blink.
You tell Gurashi, the Heart's Friend, "**bright yellow and green* I did! It looks very... what does mine-child mean? Does that mean I mine?"

Glaisne's ears perk up with a sudden interest.

Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "Uhm. You mine? Adrien says it to Esei and it is cute. So I am stealing it. I think it means we are related."
Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "* dull confusing colors... then bright cheery gold and pale yellow * Anyway how ARE YOU??"

You tell Gurashi, the Heart's Friend, "I am well! I have met new peoples and tried new quests. People are much less scary, now. At least. When they're not in time quakes."

Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "Oh my ! Oh! * swelling pride, bright warm pastel hues * I am so happy to hear this! Peoples are just peoples, it is true!"
Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "Timequakes are scary no matter how big and tough you are...!"

You tell Gurashi, the Heart's Friend, "**bright pastel green, growing warmth in your chest** Yes! How are you, Dad? It is very nice to say that."

Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "* sheepish pale reds * Ahhhh - I am O-K. I have been a bit under the weather, so have been not waking so very muchly last couple months. *you can feel them yawn * But I am feeling better. Still tired. Good."

You tell Gurashi, the Heart's Friend, "**a slight hint of purple, before it fades back to green** You are okay? Can I come visit?"

Glaisne gets some gold sovereigns from a canvas backpack.
Glaisne waves goodbye at you.
Glaisne leaves to the down.
A dark nighthag turns her gaze to watch Glaisne leave.

Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "Always!"
Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "My home is your home!"

You teleport along the aether strands to the Aetherplex Chamber.

You portal to The Hoard and the Hive.

A chilling, forestal curiosities room.

The shadowy outline of a twisted forest casts a dark gloom here. The first discernible sensation upon entering this room is a mixture of earthy smells; mulch, petrichor, decaying wood, and the heady scent of Wyrden roses saturate the air. As one's eyes adjust to the darkness, barely abated by shadowflame sconces hung on the walls, tall figures begin to emerge. Expansive shelves carved to look like tree trunks seem to grow out of the floor and reach clear to the ceiling. The moss-green rug has been cut to fit neatly between each root and around each curve, giving the illusion of springy turf underfoot. Gently glowing fungi, which seem to be growing out of the shelves at random, make it just possible to see their contents. On one shelf, a scorched dragonturtle shell and a dried starfish sit beside a glistening glasswork recreation of a pile of salmon roe. On another, a pair of arrows with heart-shaped heads are arranged with one crossed over the other, and a scented love-letter lies on top of them. Other shelves are crammed with an increasingly peculiar assortment of knickknacks: an ice pick, a tiny red stone, a dusty brown bottle with "Alchywhole" written in a barely legible script, a cuddly stuffed Tae'dae bear, a miniature rockeater figurine, an ornate ivory pipe, a pile of glittering Czigany coins, and a charm bracelet that looks to be of Fae origin. One rather macabre shelf holds a coiled slave master's whip and a skull that appears to have belonged to a Krokani before it made its way here. Still other shelves lie bare, waiting to be filled with more mementos of adventure to come, and in the corner of one of them a tiny black spider has made its web. A brightly colourful tapestry depicting a bear filled picnic has been hung on a nearby wall. A small table hewn from a ravenwood trunk has been upended here, providing a small surface on which to rest various objects. Depicting the four trees of Glomdoring in stylistic renditions, a woven, rose-scented rug spreads across the floor. There are 2 lyre-backed chairs here. Hanging from fine silver, this large snowflake lantern has light blue gems dangling beneath it, causing a gentle sway. A broad glass-faced display rack for musical instruments stands proudly here. A marble archway stands here, elegantly arcing up from ground to ceiling. A painting of A Stack of Cats is proudly exhibited on a nearby wall. There are 3 gilded pedestals here. A shimmering blue circle floats in the room here. Completely motionless, a slender leothin intently surveys its surroundings. Gurashi, the Heart's Friend is here. They wield a subtle violin of dark hues in their left hand. You see a sign here instructing you to use the PORTAL command to enter the aetherplex system.
You see exits leading north (open door), east (open door), south (open door), and southwest (open door).

You beam broadly.

Gurashi's eyes light up as they smile.

You hug Gurashi compassionately.

Gurashi reaches out and gently grabs you, pulling you into a tight embrace.

Muffled, you say, "Hello Dad."

Cheerily, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Hello, dear one!! My tall strong tree-mine-child!!" They bounce up and down, stepping back. "Your leaves are so shiny and green today!"

You blink.

Gurashi gives a powdery donut shaped like a flower to Bizirik, the leothin.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Deliver to Luce."
With a toss of its head and some noisy chatter, Bizirik takes a powdery donut shaped like a flower from Gurashi with its smaller set of forelimbs and scampers off.

Bizirik reappears with a smug look on its face, sauntering up to Gurashi to encircle them endearingly before sitting down, tail slapping the ground once with pride.
Bizirik, the leothin begins to follow Gurashi obediently.

You beam broadly at Gurashi.
Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "My strong tree mine child."

You give a platter of deep-fried maple leaves drizzled in maple syrup to Gurashi, the Heart's Friend.
You give a platter of deep-fried maple leaves drizzled in maple syrup to Gurashi, the Heart's Friend.

With a gentle creak, you say, "One is for Bizi."
Gurashi beams broadly.

Bizirik, the leothin sniffs Gurashi, trying to decipher just what that smell emanating from them is.

Gurashi offers one of the platters to the leothin, sliding it off to the side on the floor. "Thank you!" They beam, taking one of the leaves and twirling it slowly on the plate as they prepare to lift it for a bite. "How are things in the forest??"

With a gentle creak, you say, "Things are good! I am Culture Minister now. There is a new person named Glaisne, and he is very nice."

Gurashi blinks.
Gurashi blinks.
Gurashi boggles at you.

You beam broadly at Gurashi.

Gurashi throws their arms into the air, eyes widening. "You?! Minister!?" They whoop in surprise, vaulting forward to throw their arms around the wyrdenwood and attempting to lift her.
Gurashi gives you a wild cheer!

You have emoted: Cheliyi lifts up, ever so slightly.

With a gentle creak, you exclaim, "Yes!"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Perfect! How perfect!" They laugh, "I have all of the faith in the WORLD in you! Oh! If you have any questions let me know O-K!? O-K!"
Gurashi bounces up and down.

A queer sounding cry announces the arrival of a jaunty clockwork mockingbird. Pausing mid flight, it flings a leaf of deep lavender stationery in your direction with an mocking, "Deliver! Deeeeeliver! Tureee! Tureee!".

---> look letter

This leaf of lavender stationery is dark enough to appear foreboding but
light enough to allow any able-minded scribe to write his or her
missives neatly. Carefully-drawn, evenly-spaced lines cross the page in
a darker ink, and a crisp border of vines with interspersed black roses
create narrow margins around the stationery, adding an austere
professionalism to the scribe's efforts.
It has 20 months of usefulness left.
It weighs 1 ounce(s).
It has been stamped with the seal of The Crowquill Bookbinding Cartel.
A leaf of deep lavender stationery is holding:
Nothing.
It has the following aliases: letter, stationery

Gurashi tilts their head curiously.

You read what is written on a leaf of deep lavender stationery:

Hello Caohite!
This is a private design for Shadowfeast! I think I got the commodities
number right but it's a little hard to tell. Please feel free to change
them as needed!
Thank you!
Glaisne
Comms: fruit 7 spices 3 ravenwood 1
Designedby: Glaisne
Appearance: a sloe-syrup punch with ravenwood sap
Consume: Imbibing a mouthful of the syrupy punch, the cloying sweetness
of sloe washes over your palate, its flavour bringing with it a subtle
mixture of the reediness of green bark laced with undercurrents of sweet
fennel and spiced clove. Once swallowed, you realize the beverage has
left a faint grit behind, the strong, earthy piquant of damp loam,
rotted leaves, and crystallized ravenwood sap clinging to the backs of
your teeth.
Smell: As you inhale the sweet scent of wildflowers and vanilla that
rises from this syrupy punch, you are left wanting more.
Taste: This sloe-syrup punch carries the crisp flavours of green bark
and fennel beneath as you take a sip, while what tastes suspiciously of
astringent tree sap lingers afterwards upon the palate.

You beam broadly.
With a gentle creak, you ask, "This is a design made by Glaisne. Do you want to read it?"
You pat a leaf of deep lavender stationery in a friendly manner.

Gurashi tilts their head curiously.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Absolutely."

You give a leaf of deep lavender stationery to Gurashi, the Heart's Friend.

Smiling, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I like their letter choice..."

You nod slowly, your chimes clinking in a soft melody.
You blink.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh... that sounds good..."
Gurashi gives a leaf of deep lavender stationery to you.
Gurashi's gaze softens as they smile at you.

With a gentle creak, you say, "Oh! And Mixter Esei suggested I should put chimes in my branches. I like it very much."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "Is that what that is...?"

You nod slowly, your chimes clinking in a soft melody.
You ponder the situation.
With a gentle creak, you ask, "Could you actually send this letter back to Miss Caohite?"

Gurashi steps closer, squinting, then noticing the changes as they stand on their tiptoes. "Oh! There they are!" They laugh. " Ithought I was mishearing my own!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh! Of course!"
Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

You give a leaf of deep lavender stationery to Gurashi, the Heart's Friend.

Gurashi pats Bizirik, the leothin in a friendly manner.
Perking up, Bizirik, the leothin begins to chitter and thrum, its tail sweeping back and forth across the ground. It cranes its neck to gently headbutt Gurashi's side contentedly.

Gurashi gives a leaf of deep lavender stationery to Bizirik, the leothin.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Alright Bizi-Bee! Onward!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Deliver to Caohite - please!"
With a toss of its head and some noisy chatter, Bizirik takes a leaf of deep lavender stationery from Gurashi with its smaller set of forelimbs and scampers off.
Bizirik reappears with a smug look on its face, sauntering up to Gurashi to encircle them endearingly before sitting down, tail slapping the ground once with pride.
Bizirik, the leothin begins to follow Gurashi obediently.

You smile, lips creaking softly.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Tell me about him? He sounds nicely...!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Let's go sit in the garden! Can tell me more!"

You nod slowly, your chimes clinking in a soft melody.

A lovely garden of kaleidoscopic colors.
The shadowy outline of a twisted forest casts a dark gloom here. Beyond a small gate of rough ravenwood, vines of ivy cascade over a fence, tendrils creeping in every direction. A small stone path is dotted with moss and bits of weeds, parting a great sea of ever-blooming flowers of every type and color. Rolling swaths of prismatic petals sway like ocean waves in a gentle wind. At the heart of this glade is a small, deep spring lined with smooth black stones. On the far bank grows a short, wickedly twisted, ebon-barked willow tree that reaches out over the water, its round, drooping branches and vibrant green leaves barely skimming the surface. Nearly unnoticed beside the willow tree is a small wooden marker and a tiny mound of freshly piled soil. The atmosphere here is crisp, fresh, and quite peaceful, save for the occasional distraction of the bumblebees, dragonflies and cicadas that buzz and wheel through the blossoms. A large rowan tree trunk lies here on its side, worn smooth from use. There are 3 ethereal cats here. Her golden antennae twitching at the slightest noise, a colorful kepheran princess stands guard here. A sign suggests you can use STABLE commands here.
You see exits leading north (open door), east (open door), south (open door), and northwest.
A flash of emerald from the south announces the entry of an ethereal cat.

Gurashi enters from the east, emanating an aura of immense power.
Bizirik slinks in from the east, clicking and thrumming softly.
Gurashi's eyes light up as they smile.

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.

With a gentle creak, you say, "He looks like a deer. A green deer. He is also sort of made of plants!"

Stretching their arms high overhead, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "A deer??!"

Gurashi's eyes bug out as they boggles in amazement.

Caohite tells you, "I expect a punch or lemonade recipe from you!"

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues tilts her head curiously.

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "CAOHITE DONT ATTACK ME."

Eyes wide, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "That sounds beautiful..."

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "I should give caohite manse perms."
(Sugary Sweet): Caohite says, "Glaisne made one, u have to too."

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Hrmg it has to be tree themed."

Gurashi wanders up to you, and without hesitation takes her much larger hand in their own, beaming up.
Gurashi flops down onto the ground.

With a gentle creak, you say, "He is a little pretty."
You flop down onto the ground.
You smile, lips creaking softly.

Gurashi puts their nose over a curious chocolate chip cookie and inhales.
Gurashi tentatively sticks out their tongue and licks a curious chocolate chip cookie.
Gurashi tilts their head curiously at a curious chocolate chip cookie.

You blink.
With a gentle creak, you say, "Do not eat that."

Flopping onto the ground and sending up a colorful wave of loosened dandelion puffs, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "Why not?"

You glance askance.

Gurashi nibbles on a curious chocolate chip cookie.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "... it is weird..."

With a gentle creak, you say, "It has garlic in it."

Gurashi's eyes widen as they stare at you.
Gurashi throws back their head as they laugh.

You curl your nose up and grimace awfully.

Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.
Gurashi turns back to you. "Thank you for the save..."

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues peers at Gurashi unscrupulously.

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues holds out her hand.

Gurashi stares blankly at an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues.

You blink.

(Sugary Sweet): Caohite (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "*definitely did not give my cookie to Chel*."

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues says, "Give it here."

Gurashi stares blankly at an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues.
Gurashi gives a curious chocolate chip cookie to an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues.

With a gentle creak, you ask, "... You want the cookie?"

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Cfnokdsnclksjndjkns."

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues takes the cookie, and without breaking eye contact with either present eats the cookie in two bites.

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Khep ate it."
(Sugary Sweet): Tikki (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "I made like over 40."
(Sugary Sweet): You say, "I may have eaten it."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "In 2 bites."

You shudder violently as a chill ripples down your spine.

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Gurashi didn't eat it."

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues stares blankly into space.

(Sugary Sweet): Tikki (from the Prime Material Plane) says, ";A; Nuuu Gurashiiiii it's goooood."

Clearing her throat, an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues says, "I have certainly eaten worse."

You give a trillingly melodic laugh, your branches creaking harmoniously with joyful amusement.
Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, ":P."

You give a platter of deep-fried maple leaves drizzled in maple syrup to an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues.
You beam broadly at an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues.
With a gentle creak, you say, "I hope this tastes better!"

Gurashi nibbles on a platter of deep-fried maple leaves drizzled in maple syrup.
Gurashi eats a platter of deep-fried maple leaves drizzled in maple syrup with obvious gusto.
Gurashi hums softly to themself.

You tentatively stick out your tongue and lick a powdery donut shaped like a flower.
You take a nibble at the edge of this donut, finding that beneath all the sugar is faintly minty dough.
It can be said to be filling.

Cheerfully, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I will enjoy this instead!"

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues stares implacably at Gurashi.

You put your nose over a powdery donut shaped like a flower and inhale.
You resist the urge to sneeze as powdered sugar enters your nose immediately upon sniffing this donut.

Flatly, an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues asks, "Are those leaves?"

Nodding, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Uhnmuh."

You blush furiously.

Gurashi nods their head emphatically.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "They're good!"

You consume a powdery donut shaped like a flower leisurely, enjoying every bite.
You easily are able to bite into the donut, but as you do a cloud of
powdered sugar bursts into the air around your face. You chew the soft,
doughy pastry as the sugar settles about you, finding warm, yeasty dough
flavored with fresh peppermint. Soon the pastry is gone, leaving you to
lick your fingers clean.

Still licking their fingers, Gurashi offers the second platter to an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues, who lifts her hands in negation.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend mutters, "Whate..., more for me."

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "<3."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Gurashi likes them."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "As a cicada."
(Sugary Sweet): You say, ":D."
(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Fcnskdnclk."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "And a man."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Cicadaman."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Deadass did i tell you about the pathfinder party i played with on thursday."
(Sugary Sweet): Tikki (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "A Mancada."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "*covers face*."
(Sugary Sweet): You say, "W h at."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "There's a dude named Namhtom, aka Generic Villager #7."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "As our party rogue."

A vicious, ghostly white crow ruffles his feathers.

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "He goes into stealth by disappearing into a cloud of moths... then mysteriously showing up batman style as Mothman."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "And he's like, apparently an established local hero in this campaign lmfao."
(Sugary Sweet): You say, "... i love it."

A wooden songbird flits in happily.
A wooden songbird raises its voice in song at Gurashi.
A wooden songbird exclaims to Gurashi, "Your personality is im-peck-able, cousin!"
A wooden songbird chirps joyously before flying away.

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Aww!"
Gurashi's hands fly to their mouth as they give a short gasp of elation.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "Ahhh!!!"

A golden firefly squid drags itself in.
A golden firefly squid flails about helplessly.
A golden firefly squid says to Gurashi, "The chances of being killed by a squid are low.. But never zero."
A golden firefly squid scuttles away.

You blink.
You have emoted: Cheliyi snorts.

Giggling, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Miss Caohite - dearest most beloved Cousin Caohite."
Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "The Shee-Slaugh are a very good family."
Gurashi smiles weakly.

With a gentle creak, you say, "Miss Caohite is very nice."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "They are lucky to have you!"
Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

You give Gurashi a friendly squeeze.

Her head tilting back, an imposing kepheran princess's antennae begin to twitch, the light of her glowing abdomen pulsing faintly as she gazes off in response to some unseen conversation.

With a gentle creak, you say, "They are all very nice. But I think you are nicer."
With a gentle creak, you say, "I have also been praying to Lord Nocht. He is very nice! He let Cousin Blackthorn sing to me. I prayed to Him today, so maybe He will say hello to me later!"

Gurashi's hands fly to their mouth as they give a short gasp of elation.

Folding a hand over their heart hopefully, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Really? He did? Oh - that's so wonderful ... the Blackthorns DO sing so lovely..."
Gurashi's shoulders sag slightly as they sigh.

A vicious, ghostly white crow caws loudly, sending a shiver up your spine.

A shadow-bound pixie descends from above, fluttering about cautiously.
With several beats of its wings, a shadow-bound pixie alights upon your shoulder.
A shadow-bound pixie exclaims to you, "You have a lot of elf-control!"
A shadow-bound pixie flits out of the room.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh, your branches creaking harmoniously with joyful amusement.
(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Caohite you're going to kill me."

Huffing, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh she is -good-."
Gurashi ponders the situation.

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.
A flash of emerald from the south announces the entry of an ethereal cat.

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "XD."

A silver-feathered pigeon descends from above, silvery plumage gleaming.
A silver-feathered pigeon stares implacably at Gurashi.
A silver-feathered pigeon exclaims to Gurashi, "You're so coo', man!"
A silver-feathered pigeon takes flight, heading out of the area in the most efficient fashion.

(Sugary Sweet): Caohite says, "That's all I have :(."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Anyway anyway - how are you feeling as Minister? Oh - is it a Theater year ..."
You crease your brow in a frown.

Smiling, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "It might be."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Has anyone given you any instruction yet? If not, I have some time if you have something to write with."

With a gentle creak, you say, "I am unsure. The ministry is very empty, so I'm not sure about assignments. I have..."

Cheerfully, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Step-by-step, like my father taught me."

Gurashi tilts their head and listens intently to you.
With a gentle creak, you say, "I have a journal! This will work."

With a gentle creak, you say, "I have no instruction, yet."

Clearing their throat, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "O-K. I will tell you all that I know."

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "God please."

You beam broadly.

Gurashi continues to give patient instruction, reading off from their own notes with a scrunched face.

You have emoted: Cheliyi nods slowly, jotting down the instructions in her journal.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "And... that... is..."
Gurashi claps their hands together merrily.
Closing the notepad, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Basically it."
Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.
Gurashi puts some gold sovereigns in a fesix backpack.

An ethereal cat makes a plaintive meow, looking pitiable.
A flash of emerald from the north announces the entry of an ethereal cat.
Gurashi pets an ethereal cat ingratiatingly.
An ethereal cat stares at Gurashi with unblinking eyes, a look of contempt across his face.
Gurashi narrows their eyes, peering about suspiciously.

You nod slowly, your chimes clinking in a soft melody.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "These cats are so naughty."
Using their tongue and the roof of their mouth, Gurashi makes a quiet clicking noise.

You have emoted: Cheliyi sighs and puts away the journal, before chuckling at an ethereal cat.
With a gentle creak, you ask, "Have you done nice things besides sleep?"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh! I have!"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Well I finished designing my task things, and I learned a little more about some super duper secret Beloved stuff, and there is gonna be a FESTIVAL soon but I do not know if it is like, an open-to-the-public-or-not Festival."
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I hope it is, I want to invite you!"

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.
You beam broadly at Gurashi.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "There will be Leeping! And oranges!"
Gurashi beams broadly.

With a gentle creak, you say, "... I do not know if I have eaten an orange, yet."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I never keep them in rift because are best fresh... uhm..."

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "Stay put, dear one!"
Gurashi pats you in a friendly manner.
Gurashi leaves to the east, emanating an aura of immense power.
With a furtive glance at her surroundings, an imposing kepheran princess suddenly steps away, antennae trained towards the east.
With a great sweep of its tail, Bizirik breaks off to the east.

You blink.
You sit yourself down.

Gurashi enters from the east, emanating an aura of immense power.
Gurashi beams broadly.
Gurashi gives a blood orange and beet salad to you.

With your mighty index finger extended, you poke a blood orange and beet salad.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Here! They are a little redder-er than usual oranges."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Not quite orange-orange."

You put your nose over a blood orange and beet salad and inhale.
The aroma of freshly peeled citrus and warm beets twine within your nostrils.

You tentatively stick out your tongue and lick a blood orange and beet salad.
Sweet blood orange and beet blossom against peppery arugula and mellow goat cheese.
It can be said to be filling.

You beam broadly.
You eat a blood orange and beet salad with gusto.
The berry-like citrus flavour of blood orange creates a distinctive
complement for the tender beet, drawing out the sweeter tones of the
vegetable with a tart zest. Smooth pomegranate syrup accentuates the
brighter tang of the blood orange, while mellow goat cheese and robust
pistachio draw out the more earthen aspects of the beet. Crisp, leafy
arugula provides extra body and texture, with a peppery panache to play
off of the sweetened flavours and creamy cheese.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I think regular ones are more tart ... I do not know as many recipes as before with oranges."
Gurashi snaps their fingers.
The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.

Gurashi nibbles on a blood orange and beet salad.
Gurashi sniffs the air while twitching a striped badger nose.

--> I had to afk to do a chore, and this happened while Cheliyi was "sleeping!"

Great waves crash over one another as they pour in from the south, finally swirling together before solidifying into Tridemon.
A flash of emerald from the north announces the entry of an ethereal cat.
Tridemon pats an ethereal cat in a friendly manner.
An ethereal cat rubs up against Tridemon's legs, a small purr barely audible.

Gurashi's hands fly to their mouth as they give a short gasp of elation.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Hi, uh... clair."
Tridemon coughs softly.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "Muffin!"

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Eclair."
Tridemon shifts his eyes suspiciously from side to side.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Muffin?"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "There is no Eclair? There is no e-clair."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to you, "Hello, very tall tree-woman."

Puffing their cheeks, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "This is my mine-child! My..."
Gurashi tugs urgently on your sleeve.
Leaning against the tree, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I am this good person's sworn guardian of fatherhood!! Parent-ness!"
Gurashi points accusingly at you.
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.

Tridemon ponders you thoughtfully, looking you up and down.
Tridemon ponders a springy leothin origami thoughtfully, looking it up and down.

Tridemon carefully pokes a hole in a springy leothin origami with a bit of wire, twisting it up to secure it, making it a hook.
Tridemon leans in and reaches up in the air to hang the newly-pierced origami from one of your lower branches.
Tridemon nods his head sagely.

Gurashi blinks.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...eh."
Gurashi stares at Tridemon, eyes wide.

Aquamantic symbols suddenly project themselves upon the very air in dark blue light, fading after a brief moment.

Gurashi's eyes widen as they stare at you.
Gurashi watches the exchange with wide eyes, bringing a hand up to their mouth.

You blink.
You greet Tridemon with a respectful nod, your leaves swishing as the chimes clink gently.

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

You sigh quietly, branches creaking with the weight of drooping leaves.

Gurashi pats a springy leothin origami in a friendly manner.
With especially precise folds, Gurashi assembles a springy leothin origami from four sheets of vellum.

With a gentle creak, you say, "Hello Mister Tridemon! Gurashi is my dad now. My... Dadashi?"

Gurashi stares blankly into space.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Sounds about right, yes."

You beam broadly.

Gurashi sways in their spot. "Yeah - I did a whole thing. A whole dading-thing."
Gurashi stares blankly into space.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...I think."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Am thinking."

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "I have to add more things to my description now."
(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Because these origami are never coming off."

Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.

Tridemon ponders the situation.
Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Probably!"
Tridemon nods his head sagely.

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

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Mugwump cheliyi's hair is going to be *so* messy now."

Clapping, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "Ahhhh my two favorite peoples in the same room - Tridemon! Look! My donut is done-done!"

Gurashi gives a powdery donut shaped like a flower to Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters.

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.

Gurashi looks up at you, then claps their hands together. "Still taking ages for the other four to get approved." They huff.
Gurashi bounces up and down.
Gurashi looks up again at you, rocking from their heels to their toes.

Tridemon ponders a powdery donut shaped like a flower thoughtfully, looking it up and down.
Tridemon quickly devours a powdery donut shaped like a flower.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "It is a whole secret order foods, but since you are eating it there is no evidence."
The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.
Gurashi cackles hellishly.

You will now be described as "(Towering above,) and blends in quietly amongst her siblings. Her weeping, willowy leaves cascade like a shower of slender emeralds, obscuring the gentle but sharp features beneath. Hanging off a large limb, a set of deer bone wind-chimes clink softly in the wind. In the nook between some of her sturdiest branches balances a large, mossy nest, full of fluffy white feathers and various shiny knickknacks. Various pieces of origami hang in her boughs, like paper fruit. Mossy patches soften her rough exterior, her supple yet sinewy form a curious blend of strength and grace. Her branches droop, the limbs falling freely around her like a thin, green curtain. There is no denying the sense of raw power that effuses from her every step, no matter how tender her footfall. The only hint of her previous life lies in her eyes, the iris clouded milky white with a watery sheen."
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Gurashi consumes a powdery donut shaped like a flower leisurely, seeming to enjoy every bite.
Gurashi coughs softly.

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Added >:D."

You giggle happily.

Cheerfully, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Tridemon! Did you KNOW."
Gurashi claps their hands together merrily.

You blink.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Miss Cheliyi is Cultural Minister now of Glomdoring!"

You blush furiously.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "She won! She is!"

You nod slowly, your chimes clinking in a soft melody.

Falling dramatically to a knee and waving their hands jazzily, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Mine-child follows in my feetsies."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Hmm... Sounds like a lot of work. Well done."
Tridemon nods his head sagely.

With a gentle creak, you say, "... I still don't think Mine-child is a word."
You giggle happily at Gurashi.

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

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "It's a compound word. Which is almost the same as a word, but is actually two words."

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.
With a gentle creak, you say, "I see!"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Mine-child is what Adrien calls Mixter Esei..."
Gurashi tilts their head, gaze softening as they frown.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "... or ..."
Gurashi stares blankly into space.

Flatly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Is it child-mine."
Gurashi murmurs softly to themself.

You blink.
You hum thoughtfully at Gurashi, your leaves resonating with song.
With a gentle creak, you say, ".... I have no idea."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "... that sounds like a place where you'd break children out of the rock with pickaxes. A child-mine."

Caohite tells you, "Cheliyi! I would like to be a cultural aide, please."
You crease your brow in a frown.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "... oh, right."
Tridemon takes a glowing crystal of wonder and presses it into a salty Pie of Waxy Heartache, and the pie quickly grows a new slice, ready to be consumed.

You tell Wyrden Idolater Caohite Inseira, Umbrated Ivory, "O-oh! Okay, Miss Caohite! Just a moment."

Tridemon ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."
Tridemon pats a salty Pie of Waxy Heartache in a friendly manner.

Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.
Blankly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I cannot remember which it is but ANYWAY."
Gurashi claps their hands together merrily.
Swaying, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "She has done good!"

You chuckle softly, your leaves rustling with laughter.

Clapping, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I have done all I can to teach her, from afar."
Gurashi bows their head politely. "Have all of the faith. Lots of good plays in Glomdoring."
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "As soon as they unenemy I will go make some more."
Gurashi frets over everything that might go wrong.

You make Caohite an aide to the Minister of Cultural Affairs.
You blink.
You hug Gurashi compassionately.

Gurashi lets out a surprised noise as they are enveloped by the wyrdenwood. "Oh!"

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "I don't really like the plays at the Glomdoring stage. Too many dead kittens."

You blink.
You crease your brow in a frown.

Huffing, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "She comes -back-."

With a gentle creak, you ask, "Who?"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "The Solstice play Xenthos wrote - it was about Ilistala."
Gurashi's eyes light up as they smile.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "It isn't the happiest play but."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "It's a really good one. The Wyrd Rises."

You have emoted: Cheliyi's frown grows deeper. "But she is okay now, yes?"

Surprised, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to you, "Ilistala? Of course!"

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Listen cheliyi love leopards a lot now."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "She came back stronger than ever... it was the point of the play..."

You have emoted: Cheliyi relaxes, and nods. "I see! I haven't seen that play, yet."
You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.

With a gentle creak, you say, "There have been a lot of E people lately."

Tridemon ponders the situation.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "...eeee?"

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Evette, Esei, Esri...?"

Gurashi tilts their head and listens intently.

Continuing Tridemon's list, you say, "Eirlys, Eryl, Ethna..."

Tridemon ponders the situation.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "You know what we're not doing? We're not having this conversation on a violet beach."
Tridemon nods his head sagely.

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.
With a gentle creak, you say, "I have wanted to see it."
You stand up and stretch your arms out wide.

Perking up, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to you, "Oh!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh oh oh!"

Gurashi rushes over to Tridemon suddenly, latching onto the lucidian's right arm. "Yes! Beach beach beach!"
Gurashi bounces up and down.

You begin to follow Gurashi.

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

You have emoted: Cheliyi takes Gurashi's hand with a smile.

Tridemon points boldly towards the horizon and declares in a proud tone, "Onward!"

Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

You follow Gurashi, the Heart's Friend to Heart of the Celestial Leviathan.

You follow Gurashi, the Heart's Friend up to The Name of the Sound of the Waves.

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.

The Name of the Sound of the Waves.
Stretching out in every direction is a somewhat oddly colored beach- rather than white or brown or red sand, the sand here is largely a bluish-violet. In the immediate area though is a wide, pristine beach blanket covering the warm sands, along with a wide, colorful umbrella that shades a portion of the blanket from the eternal noontime sun. Next to the blanket is a wooden sign which has been planted deep in the sand, with the words 'Out to Lunch' painted neatly across the weathered boards in black and gold. Off to the north, a forest of rising bamboo can be seen in the distance. The light of day shines brightly. Perpetually ticking away the hours, the Immortal Clock of Past's Restoration stands proudly nearby. Sparkling liquids bubble up from a fountain here. Appearing to spit fire from its curling maw, a dragonsnap lily has been abandoned here. Her golden antennae twitching at the slightest noise, a colorful kepheran princess stands guard here. Completely motionless, a slender leothin intently surveys its surroundings. A vicious, ghostly white crow flies here with midnight wings spread. Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters lingers nearby, the air about him singing with the rush of the ocean. He wields a dazzling white staff crowned by a platinum pearl in his left hand. Gurashi, the Heart's Friend is here. They wield a subtle violin of dark hues in their left hand.
You see exits leading north, east, and down.

You crease your brow in a frown.

Tridemon ponders a sparkling fountain thoughtfully, looking it up and down.
Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to a sparkling fountain, "Why do you insist on having such odd liquids?"

Gurashi throws their arms over their head and cheers. "Behold!" They yell aloud happily.

You have emoted: Cheliyi toes at the violet sand, oddly silent.

You think to yourself: **purple, the color you hate most*.
You blink.

Gurashi rushes to the edge of the water, giggling, then slowing to a stop as they catch your expression. "Oh!" They gasp, rushing forward to the wyrdenwood's side.
Gently, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "Cheliyi...?"

You smile, lips creaking softly.

With a gentle creak, you say, "I am well! Do not worry. Let's swim!"

Her head tilting back, an imposing kepheran princess's antennae begin to twitch, the light of her glowing abdomen pulsing faintly as she gazes off in response to some unseen conversation.

Tridemon glances over at you for a moment, tilting his head slightly. "If you're not inclined to staying here at the beach, there's also a river, with a waterfall basin. The colors are much different there."

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues glances about alertly, her antennae twitching as she scans the immediate area.

You have emoted: Cheliyi pulls Gurashi with her to the water before looking down as if noticing her roots. Her gaze snaps to Tridemon's, expression suddenly confused.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Miss Khep!"

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues attention suddenly turns to Gurashi, antennae twitching as she cants her head to the side.

Gurashi gives a horrified gasp.

You think to yourself: I did not say colors. How did...

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "MISS GIOIA."
Gurashi, the Heart's Friend has lost you.
Gurashi leaves to the down, emanating an aura of immense power.
With a furtive glance at her surroundings, an imposing kepheran princess suddenly steps away, antennae trained towards the down.
With a great sweep of its tail, Bizirik breaks off to the down.

You blink.

Gurashi enters from the down, emanating an aura of immense power.
With surprising stealth, an imposing kepheran princess suddenly enters from the down, mandibles twitching.
Bizirik slinks in from the down, clicking and thrumming softly.

Gurashi narrows their eyes at a group of 37 licorices in an unnerving manner.
Gurashi mutters discontentedly.
Gurashi tugs urgently on your sleeve.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to Gurashi, "Traded the wrong platter?"

You have emoted: Cheliyi squints.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "No - it is wrong for some reason."

Gurashi shrugs helplessly.
Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "* a swell of pastel colors * Do want a blanket guard so can become a precious mugwump??"
Gurashi tilts their head curiously at you.
Gurashi bounces up and down.

You hum softly, your leaves resonating in tune with the small set of bone chimes.
You nod slowly, your chimes clinking in a soft melody.

The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to Tridemon, "Avert your gaze!"

Gurashi points off into the wild blue yonder.
Gurashi takes a large wool tartan picnic blanket from a Rope Belt of Advantage.
Gurashi shakes out a large wool tartan picnic blanket, grinning and holding it up. an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues steps over after a time, taking the corner and lifting it a bit more fully, eyeing Gurashi.

Tridemon turns and looks away for at least half a minute.

You will now be described as "(Small and timid,) of axolotl descent who starkly contrasts her homeland with her pearly skin and salmon-tinted frills. Her stature is not unnatural for a mugwump, short and sturdy with a clear fitness that implies years of climbing about trees and swimming through swaths of swamp. A messy bob of strawberry hair flows from her scalp, unkempt and tangled with shiny knickknacks, small origami, and albino feathers. Affixed to one frill is a tiny set of bone chimes, so small that it almost seems like an earring. Her skin has a soft, oily sheen to it akin to most mugwumps, but, strangely enough, the skin becomes abruptly dry and brittle in some places. Most notable of these are her forearms and a large patch around her eyes, the complexion slightly discolored to an uncomfortable beige, pattern reminiscent of roiling flames. Her eyes fare no different, the traditionally midnight orbs a faded, milky grey. A long, thick tail twitches occasionally behind her, the extra limb a kind affordance for balance and speed while swimming and clambering about the Glomdoring. The frills that would usually extend from her tail are torn and scarred, the wounds long since healed."
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You slip into a cerulean-banded pin.
You slip into a dapper, cerulean-banded black felt hat.

Pointedly looking away, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "When are reaaadyyyyy."
Gurashi hums softly to themself.

You have set your accent to: Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool
Inhaling sharply, you puff out your frills in Gurashi's direction and utter a soft squeak.

Gurashi lowers the blanket, letting out a gasp of delight. "There she is!"

You giggle happily.

Gurashi puts a large wool tartan picnic blanket into a Rope Belt of Advantage.

---> look gurashi

They are an ordinary human lost demigod changeling. They stand several inches shy of six feet tall with a slender build. Their arms and legs are lanky, soft hands nervously balled into fists at their side. Their most prominent three knuckles of the same hand are faintly scarred, star-shapes etched across their skin. Their sandy skin has been reddened from exposure to the sun, causing an array of tawny-colored freckles to appear upon their round cheeks and thin, upturned nose. A hint of discolored flesh can be seen near the center of their sternum, mostly obscured by their clothing. A moderately-sized, crescent-shaped scar mars their right cheek. Perhaps the most noteworthy thing about them is their untamed mop of fiery red hair, complete with a few strands at their part that fail to obey the natural laws of gravity. A shock of bone-white hair has grown in along their temple. A pair of vacant gray-blue eyes gaze out from below red bangs, their color striking against all the surrounding warm hues.

They are wearing:
a Glomdoring friendship bracelet which jingles softly on their left wrist
minty citrus incense beads pulled taut against their right wrist
Refined Boots of the Paladin, worn and weathered from use
mercurial Mysraian prayer beads pulled taut against their right wrist
finely tailored black dress trousers fitted snugly to their legs and worn high on their waist
a vivid red-orange poppy tucked lovingly behind their left ear
a driftwood ring of sea breezes fitted tightly to their left middle finger
a grey, cowl-necked longsleeve shirt which hangs loosely from their form
a circlet of crystal thorns visible beneath their bright orange hair.

---> look me!

Small and timid, she is a glistening mugwump of axolotl descent who starkly contrasts her homeland with her pearly skin and salmon-tinted frills. Her stature is not unnatural for a mugwump, short and sturdy with a clear fitness that implies years of climbing about trees and swimming through swaths of swamp. A messy bob of strawberry hair flows from her scalp, unkempt and tangled with shiny knickknacks, small origami, and albino feathers. Affixed to one frill is a tiny set of bone chimes, so small that it almost seems like an earring. Her skin has a soft, oily sheen to it akin to most mugwumps, but, strangely enough, the skin becomes abruptly dry and brittle in some places. Most notable of these are her forearms and a large patch around her eyes, the complexion slightly discolored to an uncomfortable beige, pattern reminiscent of roiling flames. Her eyes fare no different, the traditionally midnight orbs a faded, milky grey. A long, thick tail twitches occasionally behind her, the extra limb a kind affordance for balance and speed while swimming and clambering about the Glomdoring. The frills that would usually extend from her tail are torn and scarred, the wounds long since healed.

She is wearing:
a hound of night necklace
a pair of supple leather hunting gloves
a long skirt of shadows
a sleeveless white silk shirt
a pair of strapped black sandals
a pair of thin spectacles
a jewelled bracelet of the Three of Night
a utility backpack of many pockets
a silver torc.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "We can swim, now!"

Gurashi hands the blanket to an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues, who gives the human a look, then eyes the blanket.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Yeah yeah yeah!"
Gurashi's hands fly to their mouth as they give a short gasp of elation.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Tridemon, "Swim with us swim with us swim with us!"
Gurashi bounces up and down.

Tridemon turns back toward the others, looking you up and down for a moment before turning his attention out toward the waters.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Plllllease?"

Gurashi scampers over to Tridemon cheerfully, bouncing up and down. "Please? We won't tell anyone."
Gurashi looks at Tridemon hopefully.

Tridemon sits himself down.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Booooo."

You cross your arms on your chest, stick out your lower lip, and pout.
You beam broadly at Gurashi.

Gurashi's posture relaxes as the faint aura surrounding them drains away, those loyal to them suddenly seeming slightly disappointed.
Gurashi lets out a deep breath, and their presence seems to dwindle.

---> look tridemon

He is a crystalline lucidian tidebourne demigod and his body is a strange combination of colours. Most of him is a deep violet colour, while his left arm is a combination of oceanic shades of deep blues and greens, shifting in a rhythmic, tidally slow dance. In addition, it appears that his fingers of his left hand, including his thumb, have an extra joint, tapering off to sharp- but not narrow- points. He doesn't have hair so much as sculpted spikes of crystal, flaring back along his skull almost like plumage. He also presents an odd form of heterochromia in his eyes, with his right eye simply being a somewhat darker violet as much of his crystalline flesh, while his left eye is broken up into three jagged sections, each approximately a third of the visible surface of his eye, showing amber, emerald and opal segments, with pupils occupying both the emerald and amber. A shifting pearlescence graces his skin as he walks with the truefavour of Carakhan, Sculptor of Waves.
Resembling an entity from the cosmic planes, his head is wreathed in undulating strands of shimmering cosmic fire. Attuned to his moods, the chromatic waves are in constant flux, from rising up in a halo of incandescent anger to streaming back in ripples of pleasure.

He is wearing:
an Elemental Cloak
a pearlescent aspergillum
a resonating lens of cascading patterns
a hollow wedding band filled with sapphire-infused liquid
a resplendent amberlight blossom
the Mantle of Starlight
Thalassic Prayer Beads of the Sculptor of Waves wrapped around his left forearm, partially fused with the flesh there
a pair of thin spectacles worn slightly too low on his face to actually cover the entirety of his eyes
a symbol of Carakhan
a Celestian friendship bracelet
a ring of calming hues
a parafilament saddlebag
a silver necklace set with star sapphires
bright white robes of platinum waves
a dark pearl pocket watch with a clover charm
an amethyst crown representing the wine-dark sea
a weathered pair of travelling boots
a mark of Carakhan
a Runed Crown of Divine Light
a Brooch of the Elements
a cool tulip of dusk.

Gurashi suddenly reaches out and grabs Tridemon's shoulders from behind, shaking the lucidian lightly and partially draping over him to peer, upside-down, into his face. "At least sit closer to the shore." They pout.
The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.
Gurashi lets go and moves to join you, throwing up their arms. "Let's go let's go!"

You have emoted: Cheliyi sets Murkrow down from her shoulder, and the crow slowly waddles his way to beside Tridemon. He gives the lucidian the once over, before settling down with a few clicks of his beak.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Should still see the waterfall basin after the swim here. Even without the change in colors, freshwater after saltwater is best."

A soft breeze stirs the nearby sand, leaving gentle arcs in its wake.

Excitedly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Yes! Yes!"

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Gurashi breaks into a sprint for the sea, splashing into their knees before turning. "The waterfall is really neat - it looks like it is full of stars in the bottom!"

You have emoted: Cheliyi wades into the water, before simply floating in the waves.
You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "*squints* can tridemon read ambient thinks?"

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Yes."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "He can read any thinks you have."
(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Lol cause it freaked cheliyi out a little bit."
(Sugary Sweet): Tikki says, "The real question is...Does Tridemon like cookies?"

Gurashi continues to wade through the water, arms lifted lightly as they make sure the water doesn't splash them too high. "I like to collect the rocks on the shore - but don't try to bring them outside the manse, because, they disappear."
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Like stars? That sounds very nice."
You have emoted: Cheliyi squints at Gurashi. "Why are you stealing rocks."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Mm - Tridemon's manse is full of lovely starry watery rocks and things."
Gurashi smiles towards you, then winks, not answering the question and wading further away.

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues looks exhausted and opens her mouth in an enormous yawn.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "I'm particularly fond of the bamboo."

Muttering, an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues says, "I fully intended to stay back home."

There is a vague impression of a kirin standing in front of Tridemon, who is now holding some powderfruit sorbet.

Dreamily, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "The forest is nice, yeah ..."

Tridemon blinks.
Finger extended, Tridemon pokes some powderfruit sorbet.

You giggle happily.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "That happened to me too."

The rumble of distant thunder heralds Kosuke, the cloud-bound Long as he flies in and loops himself around Tridemon several times, forming an odd cocoon before flying off.

Gurashi bunches their shoulders as they giggle softly at Tridemon.
Laughing, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "You've been food-bombed!"

You have emoted: Cheliyi dives under the surface, her tail slapping against the waves as she makes her descent.

Gurashi smiles at you, then finally removes their instrument. They set it on the shore, then proceed to stomp back into the water, diving below the surface shortly after you.

Tridemon gives a curious chocolate chip cookie the once-over, eyeing it suspiciously.

Holding out her hand, an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues says, "I will take that."

Tridemon gives a large, castle-shaped cookie to an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues.
Tridemon gives a curious chocolate chip cookie to an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues.
Tridemon coughs softly.

You have emoted: Cheliyi waits underneath, booping Gurashi on the nose before resurfacing with a giggle.

Tridemon pats a large, castle-shaped cookie in a friendly manner.

Gurashi blinks.
Gurashi resurfaces with a gasping laugh, flailing their arms. "Ah! I couldn't see you...!"
Gurashi casts a pleading look at you, flailing about helplessly.

You chuckle softly, your frilled tail flicking idly with amusement.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "That was the point! Was I spooky?"

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues nibbles on the mysterious chocolate-chip cookie, mandibles clicking.

Blinking, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "Yeah - why are you tryin' to be spooky?"

Gurashi sinks down below the water's surface so that only their head bobs above the surface.

You giggle happily.
A vicious, ghostly white crow caws loudly, sending a shiver up your spine.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I'm sorry, I just thought it was funny!"

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "... Oh, by the way, what's your opinion of bamboo?"

Puffing their cheeks as they rise further, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "I was making sure they were not making you be not you!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to you, "Sweet and funny and not very spooky except in combat which is fine!"
Gurashi bounces up and down.
From the water, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "I love it!"

With a shrug, an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues says, "It is fine."

You blink.
You think to yourself: Make me... not me?

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "The Wyrd is naturally transformative. And tries to pull everyone within it into a certain... mold. Of blood, bone, and death."
Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Thorn and spiderweb. Shadow and silence."

You frown at Tridemon.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I am always me. And my siblings are my siblings."

Tridemon gives you a sharp-toothed grin. "So you are. But the you of today isn't necessarily the same as the you of yesterday, or the day before. The changes you make to yourself should be the ones that YOU want to see."

You think to yourself: **green and yellow growing dull, deep discomfort.** There is no mold. We are just a very large family. We change.

You have emoted: Cheliyi just looks more confused. "But... they are."

Gurashi beams broadly at you.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Then you're fine."

Happily, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "Then you are perfect!"

You smile brightly at Gurashi, your frills puffing with joy.

Gurashi suddenly leaps at you, nearly dunking the mugwump as they do.

You giggle happily.
You have emoted: Cheliyi pushes back up after her submersion, grinning brightly. "I am strong!"

As they are resisted, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "She is strong!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "Ack!!"

Gurashi dramatically falls backwards and lets you overpower them, perhaps a bit more flashy than need be. They look like they're having fun regardless.

An imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues looks exhausted and opens her mouth in an enormous yawn.
Rising, an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues says, "I need to depart, unfortunately."

You blink.
Looking over their shoulder, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Where do YOU have to go to?"

You wave goodbye at an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues.

Smirking, an imposing kepheran princess of deep iridescent hues says, "Home, of course."

With a furtive glance at her surroundings, an imposing kepheran princess suddenly steps away, antennae trained towards the down.

Gurashi blinks.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...O-K - bye!"
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.

You giggle happily.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I think I'm going to take a nap."
You are exhausted and open your mouth in an enormous yawn.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Eh? Oh!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Wait! Get out of the water!"

You giggle happily.

Gurashi wades to the shore. "Tridemon! Wash us off!"
Gurashi flails about helplessly.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I will!"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh! Wait, magic umbrella."
Gurashi wobbles over towards their pack, huffing.

Tridemon stands up and stretches his arms out wide.

You have emoted: Cheliyi steps out of the water, and shakes out her frills. Despite being in the ocean, her hair isn't getting any cleaner.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Hold still!"

Gurashi takes a capricious umbrella from a fesix backpack.
Gurashi opens a capricious umbrella.
The colourful ribbons attached to a capricious umbrella dance and whirl wildly, as if given a life of their own. A small but dark cloud gathers overhead ominously, unloading a shower of heavy raindrops only moments later and thoroughly drenching everything and everyone except Gurashi.
Gurashi closes a capricious umbrella.

The bright colours on a capricious umbrella seem to grow dull ever so slightly and the ribbons attached to its frame hang once again still and motionless.

Gurashi puts a capricious umbrella into a fesix backpack.
Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

You have emoted: Cheliyi giggles, while Murkrow squawks indignantly.
You are exhausted and open your mouth in an enormous yawn.
You sit yourself down.

Gurashi's eyes light up as they smile.
Gurashi looks at Tridemon, face lighting up as they smile brightly at him.

You have emoted: Cheliyi yawns, and takes Murkrow in her arms like a sort of teddybear. She lays down and closes her eyes on the blanket.

Tridemon ponders the situation.
Tridemon peers about himself unscrupulously.

Gurashi takes a large wool tartan picnic blanket from a Rope Belt of Advantage.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "I think the shoes that got left here decayed. ... Or got stolen."

Draping the blanket over the sleeping mugwump, Gurashi gives a large wool tartan picnic blanket to you.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "They only had like thirty months last time I checked and that was a -while- ago..."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Oh."

Gurashi lowers their voice quickly and looks at Tridemon, covering their mouth.
Gurashi wrings a bit of seawater from their hair, looking at Tridemon and smiling.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to Gurashi, "I'm pretty sure Cheliyi isn't aware that I'm a telepath."

Gurashi slinks over to Tridemon, wringing out their shirt. "Oh."
Puffing their cheeks, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "...don't snoop on your thinkies!"
Gurashi's eyes raise to the heavens as a look of hope flashes across their face.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Hers."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Her thinkies."
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.
Gurashi looks over their shoulder, clasping a hand on their cheek.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Literally can't help it. It's like asking you not to see the color red."

Gurashi tilts their head curiously at Tridemon.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh."
Gurashi narrows their eyes, peering about suspiciously.

"Shoo! Shoo!" Gurashi says to Tridemon as they waves him away.
Tridemon reaches over and ruffles Gurashi's hair fondly.

Gurashi huffs and puffs, bunching their shoulders. "Isn't she the cutest?" They whisper as they stalk up to the lucidian.
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Yes, a good squishy tree child."

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

The corners of Tridemon's mouth turn up as he grins mischievously.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "She's so goodly."

Gurashi gushes, dragging their hands down their face as they gaze back at you from their spot beside Tridemon.
Gurashi sways anxiously in their spot.
Gurashi runs their hand through their hair. "...I will be at the river," They mutter, raising a hand.
Gurashi leaves to the east, emanating an aura of immense power.
With a playful chirr, Bizirik turns sharply and scampers off to the east.

A gentle rolling of waves laps at the sand's edge.

Tridemon blinks.
Tridemon turns towards the east and steps forward, instantly collapsing into a torrent of water that rushes outwards with a thunderous crash of water.
A gentle rolling of waves laps at the sand's edge.

You have emoted: Cheliyi yawns, before freezing as she suddenly realizes that she is alone on the beach.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "... Dad?"

You think to yourself: **purple, so much purple. they're gone, and you're all alone. alone alone alone**.

You have emoted: Cheliyi winces, and scrubs at her eyes, curling inwards.
Squeezing her eyes shut, you whisper, "It burns... it burns."

Gurashi arrives, following Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters.
Great waves crash over one another as they pour in from the east, finally swirling together before solidifying into Tridemon.

A simple house maid curtseys gracefully before Tridemon.

Gurashi beams broadly.
"Tada!" Gurashi says with a proud expression on their face.
Gurashi flops down onto the ground.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to a simple house maid, "Oh, hello Candi."

With a sprightly skip in her step, a simple house maid curtseys before departing to the north.

You have emoted: Noticing the sudden fuss, Murkrow perks up and clicks his beak before pushing his head between Cheliyi's arms. He squawks once at Gurashi, before trying to tug on one of her frills.

Gurashi's hands fly to their mouth as they give a short gasp of elation.
Gurashi looks suddenly at you, shoulders bunching as they giggle.

You think to yourself: **purple and red are swirling, it burns and you can't see, you can't breathe**.

Scolding the crow, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Do not wake her up, friend."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to a vicious, ghostly white crow, "No, wake her up. She's having a bit of a nightmare."

You have emoted: Cheliyi whines in her sleep, and Murkrow squawks indignantly before tugging on one of Cheliyi's frills again.

Gurashi blinks.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh!"
Gurashi gives a horrified gasp.

Tridemon ponders the situation.

Gurashi hurriedly shuffles over to you, dropping next to the sleeping mugwump.
Gurashi reaches out and touches you.

You have emoted: Cheliyi flinches, and Murkrow spreads his wings, mantling as if to shield the mugwump from Gurashi.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Oh - it is O-K, feathery friend-o."

You think to yourself: Where are they where are they where are they.

Gurashi whispers soothingly to the crow before squeezing your shoulder. "Miss Cheliyi, it is time to wakey wakey."
You have emoted: Cheliyi jolts awake, scrambling backwards as her glasses fall askew.

Soothingly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Hello~ hello~."
Gurashi pats you in a friendly manner.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Welcome back...!"

You have emoted: "I... what?" Cheliyi croaks out, blinking rapidly.

Gently, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "You were having a dream."
Gurashi looks over their shoulder at Tridemon.
Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "It didn't seem to be a particularly nice one."

You have emoted: Cheliyi blinks once. Then twice. "... oh. Sorry I napped so long."
You glance askance.

Gurashi looks at Tridemon, expression filled with concern as they frown.
Gently, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "No apologies."
Gurashi reaches out and gently grabs you, pulling you into a tight embrace.

You have emoted: Cheliyi tenses, before relaxing and returning the embrace desperately.

Gurashi scoops up you suddenly in a hug, blanket and all. "Welcome back to waking - is O-K."

Gurashi gives you a friendly squeeze.

You think to yourself: **purple fading to brown and grey, healing over** they are here. they are here. they are here.

Tridemon looks on as Gurashi hugs you, his expression unreadable.

You sigh quietly, frills drooping as your tail sags.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I am sorry for making this not fun."

Gurashi shakes their head.
Laughing, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "Who said we were not having fun?"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Well."
Gurashi ponders the situation.

You blink.

Leaning back, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Bad dreams are not fun."

You have emoted: Cheliyi nods slowly.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "... perhaps I should explain. Your dream was loud enough that it pushed over into the pieces of your waking mind that I can hear."

Gurashi suddenly stands up, still clinging to you as they scramble to their feet. "Oh! I was going to tell you!"

Mushing their cheek atop Cheliyi's head, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Tridemon is a psychic persons."

You have emoted: Cheliyi goes very still, before glancing back at Tridemon. She follow Gurashi to her feet, and nods, once.

Smiling, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "It is the coolest thing -ever-."
Sunlight billows across the realm, revealing the full glory of the majestic sun's luminous presence as he climbs higher into the sky.

You think to yourself: **green blooming in the brown, fresh leaves on a forest floor** I hope he was not upset...

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "He can help people who would otherwise not speak up to say they need help."

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Gurashi gives you a squeeze. "Or tell me to wake you up!"
Gurashi looks at Tridemon, face lighting up as they smile brightly at him.

Gently, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to you, "Do you want to talk about the dream? It seemed traumatic."

Gurashi tilts their head, gaze softening as they frown.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "That is very nice of you, Mister Tridemon. But... I do not..."
You crease your brow in a frown.

Gurashi looks down to you, at last pulling slightly back. "...if you ever do..."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "We are here."

Suddenly frustrated, you say, "I do not -know-."

Gurashi blinks.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Suffocation."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "It does not make sense. I do not know who it is or what it is."

Gurashi looks towards Tridemon, nodding their head to urge the lucidian closer. "Suffo...?" They trail off, listening to you as she speaks, still loosely holding onto her arms.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "All I know is how it feels."

You have emoted: Cheliyi's tail flicks back and for with agitation. Murkrow pecks at it half heartedly.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Burning, inability to breathe- a swirling red and purple. Indicative of sustained airflow constriction."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "...a feeling but it isn't yours ..."
Gurashi tilts their head and listens intently to you.

Very quietly, you say, "I do not like fire. I do not like purple. And I did not like... Mister Akuuko. He was very nice! But..."
Gurashi's eyes widen as they stare at you.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "... but?"

You glance askance.

Gently, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "You can be honest - we will not tell."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Tridemon is a good secret keeper - the best."

Staring blankly at the ground, you say, "When I saw him, I felt so -scared-, and then so much... it was like a dark, stabby thing in my stomach. Like thorns. I didn't know what to do, so I left."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "...that is why you left ..."
Gurashi sways lightly where they stand, staring at you curiously.

You think to yourself: **purple and red, the colors you hate most, giving way to a sudden breath of fresh air**.
You have emoted: Cheliyi nods, once.

A look of understanding crossing their features, Gurashi nods their head slowly.

Sounding ashamed, you say, "I think I hated him."

Gurashi blinks, surprised. "Oh - hated...?"

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "But it does not make sense! I have never met him. He is very kind!"
You have emoted: Cheliyi almost seems to curl inward, and she places her forehead on Gurashi's shoulder. "I am not as goodly as you think. Sorry."

Tridemon looks slightly awkward at this point, reaching up to one of the spikes of crystal along the back of his head and rubbing slightly, purple crystal making a slight scraping sound before he puts his hand back down to his side.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Akuuko is also perfectly capable of... projecting."

Shrugging, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Sometimes ... things do not make sense... that does not make your feelings less valid ..."
Wrapping their arms around the mugwump fully again, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "You are -still- very goodly, oh my goodness yes."
Gurashi gives you a friendly squeeze.

Muffled by the embrace, you ask, "Projecting?"

Gurashi turns so that both they and you may look and listen to Tridemon.

Tridemon reaches up to tap the side of his temple. "He's just as telepathic as I am. Just not nearly so old."
Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Literally able to push his own thoughts and experiences into your head."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "His experience in the cocoon ..."

You crease your brow in a frown.

Gurashi glances aside, their gaze dropping as they loosen their grip on you. "You ... ".
Gurashi ponders you thoughtfully, looking you up and down.

You think to yourself: The cocoon... **a dull grey seeps in**.
You shake your head.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I know he was hurting a lot. But that does not make sense. I am burning."
You have emoted: Cheliyi rubs at her discolored forearms absentmindedly, still frowning in concentration.

Gurashi frets over everything that might go wrong.

You blink.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Oh! Not right now. But... when I sleep."
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Sometimes."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "You have dreams about the experience ... because you are all Wyrden, now ...."
Gurashi suddenly says this, their voice faint and curious.

You blink.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Mm. I suspect that the burning is related to either suffocation or some aspect of the transformation he underwent. ... Or possibly the origin of his injury in the first place."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...because he is no longer Beloved ... is Wyrden ... so he ... can talk to you, and, my cousins... and the rest of the forest however he wants ..."

You crease your brow in a frown.

Gurashi glances askance.

Suddenly unsure, you say, "I... I do not think so. I have not hear my siblings in months."
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Years, even."
You blink.

Gurashi tilts their head, gaze softening as they frown.
Voice softened with sympathy, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Time flies ..."

Much softer, you say, "... It's been years."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to Gurashi, "You know what I think? I think Cheliyi needs to be shown the secret power that is a pillow fort."

You blink.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you ask, "... What's a pillow fort?"

Gurashi's hands fly to their mouth as they give a short gasp of elation.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "But..."
Gurashi looks at the mugwump, then nods. "She must be shown."

You have emoted: Cheliyi suddenly looks very concerned... but it almost looks normal. Calmer.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "And it just so happens that the best location for a pillow fort in this manse is one of the prettiest rooms in the house to the north."

Gurashi blushes furiously.

You think to yourself: ... Is it a combat pillow fort? Do pillows make good weapons?

Gurashi suddenly looks down, clapping a hand on their face. "It's true - we have to go. Come on, follow me!"
Gurashi beckons you to them.

You stand up and stretch your arms out wide.
You begin to follow Gurashi.

Tridemon points boldly towards the horizon and declares in a proud tone, "Onward!"

You follow Gurashi, the Heart's Friend west to A round chamber.

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Cheliyi and her d a d s."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "XD."

You have emoted: Cheliyi looks around in wonder.

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

A round chamber.
This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. Leading from the living room to the east, the archway opens up into a round chamber that reaches up nearly thirty feet into the air. The floor is again made of the same golden, crystal-flecked and violet-whorled bamboo with its protective coating, but in this room there are also a series of depressions in the floor. The first is in the center of the room, and covered with a layer of bright orange padding with red poppies randomly distributed along the fabric. Directly next to that first depression is one that is significantly larger, with more padding, deep black and durable. A few more depressions with their own padding are interspersed throughout the space, though they have the same pattern to them- just pure white. In addition to being a different shape to the rest of the rooms of the house, the walls of this chamber are completely different from all the other rooms, as well- rather than wood leading up to decorative paper, or simply wood leading all the way up to the ceiling, the walls are covered in what look to be thousands and thousands of pieces of bright green jade, melded together and forming a tight weave resembling a wall of vines in an unbroken pattern, save for the archway that leads back to the living room. The jade vines themselves are not unadorned, either, with silvery script and symbols embedded directly into the material. Meditative mantras, defensive glyphs, symbols of concealment and reinforcement can all be found upon the lengths of interwoven jade vines. The ceiling in turn is also different from the rest of the house's theme. Instead of the blue stone tiles, the ceiling has taken on the luminous pigments of the sky of the Great Starry Sea, complete with deep, subtle, tidally slow pulses of aquamantic power washing down from above. Completely motionless, a slender leothin intently surveys its surroundings. A vicious, ghostly white crow flies here with midnight wings spread. Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters lingers nearby, the air about him singing with the rush of the ocean. He wields a dazzling white staff crowned by a platinum pearl in his left hand. Gurashi, the Heart's Friend is here. They wield a subtle violin of dark hues in their left hand.

Cheerily, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Behold!"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Miss Cheliyi! Go! Sit where those cushions are and get comfy, and we will build up around you."

You blink.

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

Slowly, you say, "Okay..."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I promise."

You have emoted: Cheliyi steps over to a cushion.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "A pillow fort is for being close and comfy and soft and safe."

Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

Tridemon nods his head sagely.

You sit yourself down.
You nod your head slowly in understanding.

Gurashi looks over at Tridemon, then back at you, blushing slightly. "Do not worry, we have made many of these."

Tridemon starts moving the cushions in closer, not noticing Gurashi's blush as he busies himself with bringing the pillows over in preparation.

You have emoted: Cheliyi squints at Gurashi. "... Is this a Wyrd and Bats thing?"

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "I AM SO SORRY."

Confused, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "Wyrd and Bats?"

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "I LAUGHED."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Also."
(Sugary Sweet): Llani says, "What happen!"
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "I LOVE the idea of a bonsai wyrdenwood."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Cheliyi asking if something was a 'wyrd and bats' thing."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "It is NOT."
(Sugary Sweet): You say, "I love it too but also cheliyi: :( im fat?"
(Sugary Sweet): Llani says, "Yesss big fat tree."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "You know, the Wyrd and the Bats! Stingers and Soft Things!"

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "You made cheliyi cry."

Tridemon blinks.
Tridemon blinks.
Tridemon coughs softly.

You blink.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Did I say something funny?"

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Wasps. You're thinking of wasps."

You blink.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "... huh?"

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "And the usual thing is the birds and the bees."

Gurashi looks between Tridemon and you, helping in laying out the pillows.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Oh! Yes, I get those mixed up. Wuh and Wuh. Wuh-yrd. Wuh-asps."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...oh. Oh."
Strained, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Noit'snot."
Gurashi blushes furiously.

You think to yourself: ... Did I make Dad sick again?
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Oh."
You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Tridemon busies himself further with moving the cushions- starting to build the beginnings of close-in wall around you.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to you, "I ...promise...!"
Gurashi's eyes light up as they smile.
Gurashi pokes their head over a cushion, smiling. "We are still here - even if you stop being able to see us!"

You blink.
You nod your head emphatically.
A vicious, ghostly white crow glares around with his one malevolent eye.

Gurashi looks across to Tridemon, smiling faintly.

You have emoted: Cheliyi giggles softly and pulls in Murkrow, who barely resists save for a quiet caw.

Looking down and moving about the outside of the cushion wall, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I discovered this lots when I was unable to change shapes and was stuck as a sileni."

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "It is very relaxing."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to Gurashi, "You'd probably fit in well inside there with her if she wants company. I'm not a very good pillow."

Tridemon raps lightly on his arm, which clicks softly at the impact.
Gurashi ponders Tridemon thoughtfully, looking him up and down.

You think to yourself: **green growing and washing out the grey, the pit in your stomach grows smaller** I'm happy I chose you.
You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you exclaim, "You look like a very comfy piece of rock candy!"

Gurashi leans forward, head thunking lightly against Tridemon's arm. "That isn't true." They huff, before sinking down to crouch outside the fort, laughing.
Gurashi stares blankly into space.
Gurashi pokes their head inside. "Do you want me to squish in with you?" They ask, smiling at you.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.
You nod your head emphatically.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "O-K! Dadashi, incoming!"
Gurashi points off into the wild blue yonder.

You have emoted: Cheliyi scoots over to make room, curling her tail around her feet.
You giggle happily.

Tridemon grins as he gathers up more of the cushions, waiting for Gurashi to take a place next to you.

Gurashi lets out a gasp and ducks inside, scooting forward with little effort. They laugh beside you, promptly scooping her up in a hug. "See! This is the magics of pillow forts!"
Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

You beam broadly.

Trying to see Tridemon, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Warm and soft and safe!"
Gurashi beams broadly at you.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you ask Tridemon, "Are you sure you can't fit?"
Tridemon starts finishing off the pillow fort, putting more cushions over the parent-daughter pair as a ceiling. "Pretty sure."

Gurashi squishes you good, making audible squish noises as they do so. "It is O-K, I will be sure to give him hugs later."

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Squish squish."

You blush furiously.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I'm not *that* squishy."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to you, "I might not look it, but I'm very heavy. Close to three hundred pounds."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "He is very solid to hug."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Everybody I hug is squishy compared to him."

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.
In a sing-song voice, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Squiiiish."

You cross your arms on your chest, stick out your lower lip, and pout.
You have emoted: Murkrow makes a sound at Cheliyi that sounds suspiciously close to a laugh.
A vicious, ghostly white crow caws loudly, sending a shiver up your spine.

Tridemon makes sure that the pillow fort is secure, and nods to himself.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Gurashi grins and releases you lightly. "Anyway. Sometimes, all we can do do is let someone hold us until things are better again."
Gurashi pats you in a friendly manner.

You blink.

You have emoted: Cheliyi smiles, her dull eyes suddenly watery.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Thank you, both."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Of course."

The depths of the dark of night herald a new beginning, and a new chance to make the world a little better.

Gurashi suddenly leans down, kissing you squarely upon the forehead. "This is literally what am supposed to do."

You blink.
You giggle happily.

Gurashi beams broadly.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "And Tridemon is my best friend so of course would be friends with a goodly persons."

Gurashi winks knowingly.

You have emoted: Cheliyi pushes the blanket over her face, turning into Gurashi's chest.
You close your eyes and inhale deeply, absorbing the scent of your surroundings.
You let loose a long breath from your lungs, exhaling slowly.

Gurashi reaches out and gently grabs you, pulling you into a tight embrace.
Reassuringly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Everything will be O-K, yes."

You think to yourself: **green overflowing.** I love you very much.

Whispering, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "I do not know why you feared or hated Akuuko. Sometimes we just feel things and we do not know."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I don't know either, but that's okay. Thank you again, Mister Tridemon. You're very nice."

Stroking the top of the mugwump's head, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Yeah, he's the nicest."
Gurashi's gaze softens as they smile.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "It... it wasn't personal or anything. Akuuko seems very kind. And I do not think he talked to me like that."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "But you..."
Gurashi looks up thoughtfully, scanning the dark surrounds. "I still think it is what I said ... peoples in the Beloved can all feel each other ... and the Hive can all feel each other ... maybe now, belonging to the Wyrd - you will be able to feel Akuuko. Or have. Or will or are." They huff. "It might explain something. It is a wily theory."
Suddenly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Akuuko is good."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "It feels the same way like how I know I like raspberries. Or that I like fish."
You nod your head emphatically.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I think so too."

Squeezing the mugwump tightly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "It is O-K to feel you do."

Gurashi coughs softly.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "The way you do."
Gurashi pats you in a friendly manner.


You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Gurashi reaches out and gently grabs you, pulling you into a tight embrace.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Sorry in the meantime... sorry for the struggles... and the bad feels..."
Gurashi gives you another squishing hug, sighing.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "Do not ever hesitate to come find me O-K... if are feeling struggling or sad?"
Puffing their own cheeks, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "I am your dad - that is my -job-."
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.

From seemingly nowhere, Gurashi gives a powdery donut shaped like a flower to you.

You nod your head emphatically.

Gurashi's gaze softens as they smile.

You have emoted: Cheliyi turns away from Gurashi's chest, expression calm and pleased.

Gently poking the mugwump's cheek, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "It will be A-O-K."
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I feel much more O K... yeah."
You have emoted: Cheliyi leans her head against Gurashi's chest. "Love you."

Gurashi's eyes light up as they smile.

Adoringly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Oh, I love you too! Yes! To bits and pieces and back again!"
Gurashi gives you a friendly squeeze.

You giggle happily.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Please don't go to bits, Bizi will be sad!"

The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.
In a sing-song voice, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "I said I would be back again!"

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

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

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "... Why are you always blushing around Mister Tridemon."

Gurashi stares blankly at you.
Gurashi lowers their voice to a hoarse whisper, eyes wide. "W-w-what do you mean?"

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "AAAA."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "XDDD."
(Sugary Sweet): Lief (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "???"

You have been recognised by Gurashi for: I was going to recognize you anyway but that's what got me good LOL you egg!

(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Heheheheh."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Cheliyi being an EGG."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Mine child!"

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

(Sugary Sweet): Lief (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "Dawwwwwww :D."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you whisper, ""Is this a wasps and bats thing?"

Gurashi gives a horrified gasp.
Gurashi squishes your face ever-so-gently. "Shssssh!" They warn and laugh, clearly flustered. "He is still -here- just outside pillows," They whisper.

You have recognised Gurashi for: For literally being the bestest dad, taking care of cheliyi so well QwQ.

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you whisper, "I had no idea."

Gurashi suddenly narrows their eyes at you, head canting to the side as they peer at you suspiciously.

You have emoted: Cheliyi smiles innocently.

Gurashi looks over their shoulder, their face beet red, visible even in the dim light of the pillow fort.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Have no idea what you are talking about, no."
Gurashi suddenly narrows their eyes at you, head canting to the side as they peer at you suspiciously.
Gurashi blushes furiously.
Gurashi bunches their shoulders sheepishly, suddenly looking down and bringing a finger to their lips.

Gurashi's melodic voice sings into your mind, "* creeping warm pastel colors * Sorry ... do not want to sound like scolding ..."

Gurashi's gaze softens as they smile at you.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Gurashi's eyes light up as they smile.

You tell Gurashi, the Heart's Friend, "It's okay. I am being silly. **warm green and hints of yellow**."

Gurashi hums softly to themself.
Finger extended, Gurashi pokes you.
Gurashi grins mischievously at you.

You giggle happily.
Tridemon is enveloped in translucent fire for a moment and is gone, his soul safe until he returns to Lusternia.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "... oh - I think he fell asleep."
Gurashi throws back their head as they laugh.

Gurashi glances askance.
Whispering, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "He is my best friend - that is all!"
Gurashi offers an awkward, toothy smile.

You have emoted: Cheliyi raises an eyebrow.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you whisper, "I do not blush at my friends. Unless they tease me. And Mister Tridemon does not tease you."

Laughing, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Oh, Tridemon teases me plenty."
Gurashi grins mischievously at you.
Gurashi glances askance.

You have emoted: Cheliyi squints at Gurashi.

Gurashi blushes furiously.
Gurashi stares off into space, as if remembering something.

Gurashi stares at the ceiling of the pillow fort. "...I mean. He is my best friend."

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "He is a very goodly friend ... he knows all of my deepest and darkest secrets." They smile. "That's the best kind of friend to have."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say to Gurashi, "He sounds like a very good friend. I do not think otherwise. But Mister Adrien says that sometimes friends end up liking eachother more."

Gurashi blinks.

Flustered suddenly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "He is married."
Gurashi glances askance.

You blink.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Oh."

Black, starry mist coalesces into Dusan, the coruscant as he gives a bottle to Gurashi before disappearing again.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Mister Adrien said that people can have more than one partner."

Gurashi blinks.
Taking the bottle in surprise, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Oh."
Quietly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "... but ...I mean - someday she will come back, maybe, so I need for her to like me, because weeeee're friends."

Gurashi smiles innocently.
Gurashi suddenly turns to you, and you watch as they reaches out and lightly boops you on the nose with a finger.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "...I missed Cousin Adrien's lesson."
Gurashi slumps down dejectedly.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "I do not know all that muchly - like that thing."
Gurashi suddenly narrows their eyes at you, head canting to the side as they peer at you suspiciously.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Gurashi suddenly narrows their eyes at you, head canting to the side as they peer at you suspiciously.

You blink.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...am glad someone else taught you wasps and bats."
Gurashi's eyes raise to the heavens as a look of hope flashes across their face.
Gurashi throws back their head as they laugh.

You chuckle softly, your frilled tail flicking idly with amusement.

(Glomdoring): Glaisne (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "Hello Glomdoring!"

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Mister Adrien looked like he was in pain."

(Glomdoring): Evette says, "Tidings Glaisne, we're aetherhunting."
(Glomdoring): You say, "Greetings, Glaisne!"
(Glomdoring): Evette says, "Would you like to join?"
(Glomdoring): Glaisne (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "Ooo! Can I jo - yes please!"

Grinning, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "Whose idea...?"

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "... I think he said he was making it into a lecture for a play. I think."
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Oh!"
The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Mister... G..."
You crease your brow in a frown.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I forgot his name."

Gurashi tilts their head and listens intently to you.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Gad! Mister Gad. He was teasing me on game night and asked if I had a crush on someone. I asked him if that was a fruit, and Mister Adrien said he would tell me later."

Gurashi blinks.
A look of understanding crossing their features, Gurashi nods their head slowly.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Ohhhh..."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "And then Mister Adrien invited everyone else to the stage."

A look of understanding crossing their features, Gurashi nods their head slowly.

Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.
Gurashi's eyes half-close as they lean against you.
Gurashi stares blankly into space.

The body of Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters appears in a flash and his soul descends to fill it, causing the previously expressionless face to fill with emotion.

You blink.
You beam broadly at Tridemon.

Lifting their head, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh!"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "Is that Tridemon?"

Tridemon strikes a pose.

You think to yourself: ... Would you make a good Dad as well? Hm.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "One moment, don't want to deafen-."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I can hear him, yes!"

You blink.

Tridemon cuts off the sentence to give you an odd Look through the pillow fort.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you ask, "Deafen what?"

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "... going now. Be back momentarily."
Tridemon turns towards the east and steps forward, instantly collapsing into a torrent of water that rushes outwards with a thunderous crash of water.

You blink.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "... Did I say something?"

The call of a cicada welcomes the setting of the sun and the coming night.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "No - he had to raise his defences?"
Gurashi tilts their head curiously.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

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

You blink.
You smile brightly at Gurashi, your frills puffing with joy.
Great waves crash over one another as they pour in from the east, finally swirling together before solidifying into Tridemon.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "I have returned!"

You smile brightly at Tridemon, your frills puffing with joy.

Gurashi's hands fly to their mouth as they give a short gasp of elation.
Gurashi's hand sticks up through the top of the fort. "Tridemon! Hooray! Welcome back!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "We have bonded and are feeling better we are!"

You nod your head emphatically.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Yes!"

Tridemon strikes a pose.

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

You giggle happily.

Excitedly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "Wanna wiggle on outside to say hi to Tridemon?"

Gurashi wiggles excitedly.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "It is very warm in here, so yes."

Gurashi blinks.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "You stay - I will say hi."
Gurashi huffs and puffs happily, then wiggles their way free from the port, their hair ruffled and popping with static as they smile at Tridemon. "Welcome back!"

Gurashi beams broadly at Tridemon.
Gurashi gives a blood orange and beet salad to Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters.

You have emoted: Cheliyi sticks her head out of the fortress, shedding the blanket. "Was your nap good?"

Gurashi looks at Tridemon hopefully.

Tridemon gives Bizirik, the leothin a thumbs up.
Bizirik, the leothin stares blankly at Tridemon. After a moment its tail lifts once then thumps back against the ground with potential delight.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to Bizirik, the leothin, "It's posing time."
Tridemon strikes a pose.

Gurashi's hands fly to their mouth as they give a short gasp of elation.
Gurashi strikes a pose.

Bizirik, the leothin strikes a pose.
Bizirik, the leothin chirps happily.

Tridemon nods his head sagely.
Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

Grinning, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "That means yes."

Gurashi tilts their head curious at Tridemon, then looks again at you, grinning.

You have emoted: Cheliyi stares blankly.
You strike a pose.

Laughing, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "Perfect!"

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

Gurashi scoops up you, rising to their feet and twisting in a full circle before returning the mugwump to her feet.
Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

You giggle happily.

Gurashi suddenly turns to you, and you watch as they reaches out and lightly boops you on the nose with a finger.

You blink.
You have emoted: Cheliyi sneezes.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Ah ..."

Furrowing their brow, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "... Mixter Esei ... wants to come find us?"

You blink.
You have emoted: Cheliyi goes very still.

Gurashi stares at you, gaze softening and face filling with concern as they frown at you.
Confused, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "Miss Cheliyi?"

You think to yourself: But they are so *angry* at Gurashi.
You crease your brow in a frown.

Suddenly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "You may say no."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "But what if they are mean to you?"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "In front of Tridemon?"

Gurashi suddenly cants their head and narrows their eyes at Tridemon, peering at him suspiciously.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "He would kick their butt, he would."
Gurashi winks knowingly.

You crease your brow in a frown.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "-I- would kick their butt."

You think to yourself: **a flood of orange, your chest tightening**.

Tridemon has a rather bland expression as he brings a small paper bag out from one of his sleeves and pulls a bit of candy out of it, and pops it into his mouth.

The body of Gurashi, the Heart's Friend appears in a flash and their soul descends to fill it, causing the previously expressionless face to fill with emotion.

Gurashi coughs softly.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...uh - er."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Am ere, am there."
Gurashi sways anxiously in their spot.

You chuckle softly, your frilled tail flicking idly with amusement.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Am here..."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...uh."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Okay. As long as you are okay."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Maybe over ... on the beach?"

Gurashi fidgets impatiently.

Tridemon snorts and snuffles at the air through a ridiculous pig nose.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

You stand up and stretch your arms out wide.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "... oh, right."

You begin to follow Gurashi.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "To the beach!"
Gurashi points off into the wild blue yonder.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Unless."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to Gurashi, "I might need to check the manse permissions real quick."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh."
Gurashi stares, baffled.

You slip into a large wool tartan picnic blanket.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Let's go to my manse."
Bizirik, the leothin looks at Gurashi in confusion.

You nod your head emphatically.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "My manse, my manse."
Gurashi stares at Tridemon, eyes wide.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Okay!"

A bright tartan pattern covers this sturdy wool blanket, which is large
and soft and slightly faded from hours of exposure to the sun.
It has 24 months of usefulness left.
It weighs about 1 pounds and 2 ounce(s).
It has a warmth factor of 4.
It bears the distinctive mark of Sikris.
It has the following aliases: blanket.

Tridemon ruffles his own hair, attempting to make himself presentable.

Tridemon reaches over and ruffles Gurashi's hair fondly.

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

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Here is safe, yes."

Tridemon nods his head sagely.

You follow Gurashi, the Heart's Friend down to Heart of the Celestial Leviathan.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "My home, my home."

You follow Gurashi, the Heart's Friend south to A charming patio overlooking oblivion.
Gurashi sniffs the air while twitching a striped badger nose.

Shadows pour out from the north, heralding Dusan.

Gurashi looks at Esei, face lighting up as they smile brightly at them.

You have emoted: Cheliyi pokes at her crow's nest of hair, before smiling at Esei.

Gurashi turns to face Esei, bowing politely. "Hi hi!"

Esei inclines their head politely to those around them.

Gurashi reaches down to take your hand, giving it a great squeezew.
Gurashi reaches down to take your hand, giving it a great squeeze.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Hi Mixter Esei!"

Tridemon eats another bit of candy from the paper bag from earlier.

You think to yourself: Will you be nice? I do not hate you. But I do not want you to be mean.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Auspice is fine, for all of you."

Esei gives Gurashi the once-over, eyeing them suspiciously.
Esei gives a bottle to you.

You blink.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "Cousinling-y?"
The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.
"Oooooooooh!" Gurashi says, eyes wide with wonder.

The bottle is crafted from thick, green glass. Indeed, the opacity of the bottle is such that the contents, if there are any, remain completely hidden.
It has 45 months of usefulness left.
It weighs 12 ounce(s).
A calming meditation tea sloshes about in it.
It has the following aliases: bottle.

You smile gently, frills puffing with joy.

Excitedly, Gurashi gives a bottle to Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Tridemon, "Look look."
Gurashi bounces up and down.

Esei wrinkles their nose in distaste.

Gurashi looks again at you, beaming.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Don't call me that, either, please."

Tridemon takes a long draught of lemonade.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Esei, "Thanks for the drhinks!"
Gurashi coughs softly.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Drinks..."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Esei, "You really want me to call you Allspices?"
Gurashi suddenly cants their head and narrows their eyes at Esei, peering at them suspiciously.

You blink.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Auspice."

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "It is the most polite term, provided you pronounce it correctly."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "That is what I said."
Gurashi tilts their head curiously at you.

Esei stares implacably at Gurashi.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Yes, that's what he said."
The corners of Tridemon's mouth turn up as he grins mischievously.

Gurashi grins mischievously at Tridemon.
Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "It is more... au, ao, than all."

You have emoted: Cheliyi squints at Tridemon.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Aaauuuauuulllspice."

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "And the spice part is more like ess."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Aaoospiss."

Esei stares blankly into space.
Gurashi coughs softly.

A vicious, ghostly white crow caws loudly, sending a shiver up your spine.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Close enough."

Gurashi claps their hands together merrily.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "O-K."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "You can still call me Gurashi."
Gurashi hums softly to themself.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "You have no other title."
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Nor are you part of the Glomdoring, and therefore my elder deserving titular respect."
Esei shrugs helplessly.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you ask, "Didn't people call you cresh....shen doe because you were loud?"
You glance askance.

Dusan, the coruscant paws the ground and shuffles about impatiently.
You pet Dusan, the coruscant ingratiatingly.
Leaning forward, Dusan, the coruscant inhales deeply, taking in your scent. His starry eyes swirl before he lets out a low rumble.

Gurashi gives your hand a firm squeeze, then gives Esei a look. "Thank you for reminding me - I had totally forgotten," They say suddenly, the smile on their face not quite matching the tone of their voice.

Gurashi beams broadly at Esei.

Dusan, the coruscant licks you.
Dusan, the coruscant licks Gurashi.
Dusan, the coruscant sniffs Tridemon, trying to decipher just what that smell emanating from him is.
Dusan, the coruscant leans on Tridemon seeking consolation.

You think to yourself: **a flare of orange**.

Tridemon takes another bit of candy from the bag- something green- and pops it into his mouth, chewing.

Gurashi pats Dusan, the coruscant in a friendly manner.
Tilting his head curiously, Dusan, the coruscant idly flicks his tail as he watches Gurashi.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Dusan, the coruscant, "Hi hi cutie pie."
Dusan, the coruscant gives a short gasp of elation.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "...hm."
Esei peers about themself unscrupulously.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you exclaim, "Well, we should still respect people outside of the commune, I think. Otherwise, they'll be less happy when they finally come home!"
Gurashi's gaze softens as they smile at you.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Oh, aye, basic respect is indisputable."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Esei, "Anyway! Now that you are here! What did wanna share!"

Gurashi bounces up and down.
Esei stares blankly at Gurashi.

You take a drink of oolong tea from a bottle.
The flowery tea awakens a passion within you.
You take a sip of this tea, immediately welcomed by the warmth and depth
of the oolong. A blend of lemon balm, sage, and lavender harmonizes into
a pleasant fusion with the leaves, mixing with other indistinct flavors.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Ah... nothing?"

Tridemon drops a poofy, seal point ragdoll kitten.
A poofy, seal point ragdoll kitten looks like nothing more than a giant white puffball until she blinks and opens gem-like cerulean eyes.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "My general presence."

You think to yourself: ... Good tea.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk asks Gurashi, "Where... is Bizirik?"

Gurashi sways slightly in their spot, still clinging to your hand, humming. "Oh! Your presence is our present?"
Gurashi puts their fingers in their mouth and lets out a high-pitched whistle.
Bizirik, the leothin trots in with head high.
Bizirik, the leothin strikes a pose.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Ta-da!"

Esei pets Bizirik, the leothin ingratiatingly.
With utter indifference, Bizirik, the leothin cranes its head back, grooming and scratching at its ears with its smaller set of secondary paws before returning to its usual stillness.

Bizirik, the leothin strikes a pose.
Bizirik, the leothin flops down onto the ground.
Bizirik, the leothin stretches languidly.

A poofy, seal point ragdoll kitten begins to follow Esei.
Esei stares blankly at a poofy, seal point ragdoll kitten.
A poofy, seal point ragdoll kitten blinks cerulean eyes lazily at Esei.

You giggle happily.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you whisper to Esei, "Don't tell them, but I mostly hang around Gurashi for Bizi and Gurashi's cookies."

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "I wouldn't say it is a present."
Esei smirks at you.

Gurashi suddenly gives you a gentle twirl as they stand, humming to themselves.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Sure it is. Why else would it be your PRESENCE?"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "I have no cookies..."

You think to yourself: Please do not be mean.

Gurashi stares blankly into space.

The corners of Tridemon's mouth turn up as he grins mischievously.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "A salad!"

Esei stares blankly at Tridemon.

Gurashi gives a blood orange and beet salad to Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk.
Gurashi bunches their shoulders as they giggle softly at Tridemon.

"Shhh!" you hiss softly.
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk asks Gurashi, "I'm a salad?"
Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

Esei stares blankly at Gurashi.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Esei, "No - have a salad."

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "...I am definitely a salad."
(Trasto): Gyorn says, "Aetherhunt on Nyx."
Gurashi grins mischievously at Tridemon.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to Esei, "The leafiest!"

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Salads are good."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "You already have allspices!"
Gurashi winks conspiratorially at Esei.

Esei places the bowl atop their head.
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Ah, but not the Liefiest."

You heave an almighty groan at the world.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Alas."

You think to yourself: Is this what a dad joke is?

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "The Liefiest?"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Leafiest ... oh!"
Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "Are you talking about Miss Lief?"
The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.

You blink.
You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I don't think I've met her..."

Lips curling up at the corners, Esei's mouth twists into a decidedly feral grin.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to you, "Oh! She is so goodly!"

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "She is most likely to insult you while smiling, as a follower of the Silent."
Esei begins softly humming low, dark tunes.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...she does not insult peoples."
Gurashi boggles at Esei.

Esei stares blankly at Gurashi.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Not outright."
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "It is hidden in a compliment."
Gurashi tilts their head, gaze softening as they frown.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to you, "Fun fact, I am actually distantly related to both Esei and Lief."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Esei, "Not ever thing that peoples say is said ...meanly..."

Gurashi stares blankly at Tridemon.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Eh?"

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Esei glances askance.

Gurashi looks at Esei, expression filled with concern as they frown.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Or at least with meanly intent."

Esei stares implacably at Gurashi.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says to Gurashi, "Have you -seen- the two of us in the same room."

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says to Gurashi, "The tension skyrockets."

You crease your brow in a frown.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "That sounds very uncomfortable."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to Esei, "Perhaps you can let Lief know that you are technically VERY distant relations."

Esei glances askance.

Gurashi plants their free hand on their hip, canting their head with a frown.
Gurashi glances askance.
Gurashi stares blankly into space.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Gioia."
Gurashi swears softly to themself.

You blink.

Gurashi shakes their head.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you ask, "Gioia?"

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "An aethertrader."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "The trader! The one who takes fancy foods!"
Gurashi pats a peculiar platter of pungent pickles in a friendly manner.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Goop!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "The goopiest!"

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says to Tridemon, "I believe the more we ignore each other, the better off we are."

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Her husband, on the other hand, consistently thinks I've come to kill him."

Esei wrinkles their nose and sniffs.

Gurashi stares blankly at Esei.

Bizirik's head begins to droop. It opens its great maw and curls back its lips to allow its forked tongue to unfurl as it yawns before snapping its mouth shut.

You blink.
You giggle happily.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to you, "Esei is distantly related to Tacita, whose mother is Myrkr, who is in turn distantly related to many of my half-siblings, who are pretty directly related to me, and my uncle is Caleb, who is one of Lief's great-grandparents."

Gurashi suddenly turns to you, and you watch as they reaches out and lightly boops you on the nose with a finger.

You blink.
You cover your mouth and sneeze.

Esei stares blankly into space.

Gurashi now twirls around you, dancing by themselves while involving the mugwump. "Bless you."
Gurashi beams broadly.

Esei ponders Gurashi thoughtfully, looking them up and down.
Esei fans their wings at Gurashi, causing a gust of air to pull at them.

Gurashi hums softly to themself.
Dusan, the coruscant licks Gurashi.
Gurashi shivers violently.
Gurashi glances askance at Dusan, the coruscant.

Tilting his head curiously, Dusan, the coruscant idly flicks his tail as he watches Gurashi.
Dusan, the coruscant gently headbutts Gurashi's hand.

Esei pets Bizirik, the leothin ingratiatingly.
With utter indifference, Bizirik, the leothin cranes its head back, grooming and scratching at its ears with its smaller set of secondary paws before returning to its usual stillness.

Gurashi steps away from Dusan, the coruscant suddenly, smiling strangely. "Ah, hi there."
Bizirik, the leothin chirps happily.
Bizirik, the leothin looks exhausted and opens her mouth in an enormous yawn.

You have emoted: Not to be outdone, Murkrow flaps his wings as well, causing a gust scatters various papers around the room while Cheliyi just laughs.

Gurashi bunches their shoulders as they giggle softly at a vicious, ghostly white crow.
A vicious, ghostly white crow nods his head at Gurashi.

Gurashi's eyes light up as they smile.
Gurashi ponders Tridemon thoughtfully, looking him up and down.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Tridemon, "... we are not related, are we?"

Gurashi tilts their head curiously at Tridemon.

Tridemon blinks.

Deadpan, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Tacita is your mother, technically."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Yeah."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "... oh."

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "You are more closely related."

Blankly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "But ..."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to Gurashi, "It's a very distant relation."
You have emoted: Cheliyi stares blankly.

You think to yourself: **slight horror. slight.**.

Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.
Gurashi bounces up and down.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Family trees are weird."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Extremely."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "And mine is still technically ..."

Gurashi ponders the situation.
Gurashi stares blankly into space.
Gurashi covers their mouth and sneezes.
Gurashi gives a horrified gasp.
Aghast, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "Do we have a cold?"

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "I'm also very distantly related to Shulamit in an even more convoluted way."

The pointed tips of Esei's ears twitch to some errant sound.

Gurashi blinks.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "Ehhh?"
Gurashi boggles at Tridemon.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Technically Ethna and I are closely related."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "You're related to Beloved Shulamit?"

Gurashi gives a horrified gasp.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "But it's distant enough not to matter, apparently."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Esei, "But you are going to be married?"

Gurashi throws back their head as they laugh.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Family trees are WEIRD."
Gurashi's shoulders bunch as they let out a short giggle.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Iora is my cousin once removed, and had a number of children with one of Shulamit's sons."

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Her grandfather, Synl, bears no relation to me, despite being my great-great-granduncle."

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Esei stares blankly into space.
Esei voices a low, menacing hiss that rattles in their throat.
Esei shakes their head.
Esei shakes their head.

You blink.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Which... uh... kind of makes Esei related to Shulamit a little?"

Laughing, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "That is so crazy!"

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

Gurashi's eyes bug out as they boggles in amazement.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "... My head hurts now."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "I am a nexus of bloodlines."

Gurashi looks at Tridemon, face lighting up as they smile brightly at him.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to Tridemon, "You have so many branches!"
Gurashi bounces up and down.

You chuckle softly, your frilled tail flicking idly with amusement.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Like me! When I am not mugwumpy."

Gurashi grins mischievously at you.

Adoringly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Yes yes, like -you- when you are a good strong many-branched tree."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "... was it thirty-two or twenty-three half-siblings...?"

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "How do you have so many siblings."
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "I just have me."
Esei flops themself into Bizirik, the leothin's arms.
With utter indifference, Bizirik, the leothin cranes its head back, grooming and scratching at its ears with its smaller set of secondary paws before returning to its usual stillness.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you exclaim, "I have a whole forest of siblings!"

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Because Meliana and Argilent both had a LOT of children from previous marriages."

Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "You have more siblings than all of us combined."
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Like Knorrith. Or Ruiku."
Aquamantic symbols suddenly project themselves upon the very air in dark blue light, fading after a brief moment.

Esei stares blankly into space.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh!"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Mister Knorrith is nice - he joined me on the swings the other month."
Caught in a sudden bout of whimsy, Gurashi twirls about the room in idle circles.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "I'm half-siblings with around a third of the official Dekoven family."

Gurashi beams broadly.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "...I suddenly remembered why I hate Lorina."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "He really wants to revive the family name!"
Gurashi blinks.
Gurashi gives a horrified gasp.
Agahst, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Esei, "How can you hate Miss Lorina?"

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says to Gurashi, "Not... hate-hate."
Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "... did she send you a terrible pun."
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "No."

Fluff flailing in wisps behind her, a poofy, seal point ragdoll kitten leaps into Tridemon's arms with a contented low purr and relaxes lazily once comfortable.

Gurashi looks at Tridemon, face lighting up as they smile brightly at him.
Gurashi tilts their head and listens intently to Esei.

Esei makes a brief, obscene gesture with both of their hands, staring blankly into the abyss below.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Esei, "Why do hate her?"

Gurashi stares at Esei, eyes wide.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Esei, "...s-sorry."
Gurashi stares at Esei, blinking several times in confusion.
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk whispers, "When I told her I was getting -married- she gave me advice on how to -make babies-."

Gurashi stares blankly at Esei.
Gurashi blushes furiously.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "... largely kidnapping."

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Or more suggesting to make babies, so she can spoil them."

Esei nods their head at Gurashi, showing their acceptance.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says to Tridemon, "That's what -I- said."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Ah, as Cheliyi might say, the Wasps and the Bats."
Tridemon nods his head sagely.

The corners of your mouth turn up as you grin mischievously.

Gurashi claps their hands over their ears, cheeks flushing. "Oh. But you have already adopted kids so she can spoil them."

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Ethna is not interested in the ah.... mechanics of reproduction."
Esei glances askance.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I see!"

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Thusly, any biological children will be... from me."

Esei peers at themself unscrupulously.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Probably."
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Unless some magics happen."

Tridemon gives Esei a thumbs up.
Esei looks about themself, rubbing their chin thoughtfully.
Esei shakes their head.
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Anyhow."

Esei ponders a ceramic bottle decorated with faintly luminescent purple flowers thoughtfully, looking it up and down.
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk asks Gurashi, "Reusing my bottles, I take it?"

Gurashi looks as if their soul left their body a few minutes ago, staring blankly just passed Esei's shoulder.

You give Gurashi a friendly squeeze.
A vicious, ghostly white crow ruffles his feathers.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Esei, "S-sorry?"
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Esei, "Bottles?"

Finger extended, Esei pokes a ceramic bottle decorated with faintly luminescent purple flowers.

Tridemon gives a vicious, ghostly white crow a thumbs up.
A vicious, ghostly white crow nods his head at Tridemon.

Esei glances askance at Gurashi.
Thoughtfully, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Esei, "Which bottles?"

Finger extended, Tridemon pokes a ceramic bottle decorated with faintly luminescent purple flowers.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Yeah!"

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to Esei, "You gave me lemonade! I wanted it for Tridemon!"

Gurashi points accusingly at Tridemon.

Finger extended, Esei pokes a ceramic bottle decorated with faintly luminescent purple flowers.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Yes, but not in -this- vessel..."

Shadows grow longer in anticipation for the return of their dark mistress as Father Sun's chase brings him closer to the world's edge.

Esei nods their head sagely.

Gurashi blinks.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh heckity I dunno."
Gurashi shrugs helplessly.
Gurashi looks exhausted and opens their mouth in an enormous yawn.

Esei stares blankly into space.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh!"
Gurashi gives a powdery donut shaped like a flower to Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Look! My new design!"

Esei stares blankly at a powdery donut shaped like a flower.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "My order task!"

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "...ah."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "I smoked a hookah! It is the inspiration!"
Gurashi beams broadly.

Esei shakes their head.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "There are no drugs."
Gurashi tilts their head, gaze softening as they frown.

You blink.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Esei, "Aww - why not? It isn't poison."

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "I do not wish to..."
Esei gestures vaguely.

You peer at a powdery donut shaped like a flower unscrupulously.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "... there are no drugs."

Gurashi tilts their head, gaze softening as they frown.
Gurashi frets over everything that might go wrong.

You quickly devour a powdery donut shaped like a flower.
You easily are able to bite into the donut, but as you do a cloud of
powdered sugar bursts into the air around your face. You chew the soft,
doughy pastry as the sugar settles about you, finding warm, yeasty dough
flavored with fresh peppermint. Soon the pastry is gone, leaving you to
lick your fingers clean.
You cover your mouth and sneeze.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "... There are no drugs in that particular donut."
Tridemon nods his head sagely.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "It isn't that."
You giggle happily.

Esei lets out a frustrated sigh.
Frowning, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Do not get sick."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Esei, "What is it then?"
Gurashi offers you a kerchief.
Esei curls their nose up and grimaces awfully.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "I do not wish to offend any of you."

Aquamantic symbols suddenly project themselves upon the very air in dark blue light, fading after a brief moment.
Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Mm... I understand what it is. It's not a NICE sentiment, but it is what it is."

Gurashi fidgets impatiently.
Gurashi looks about in confusion.
Gurashi looks at the donut, then at Esei, huffing.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "That's O-K."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "... do you want a pickle."

Esei stares blankly at Gurashi.
In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Not particularly, no."
Esei glances askance at Tridemon.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "... another salad?"
Gurashi winks conspiratorially at Esei.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says to Tridemon, "I, respectfully, do not think you do."

Esei shakes their head.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

In dark, lyrical tones, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says to Gurashi, "Thank you, but no."
Esei shakes their head.
Esei touches their fingertips to their hand, illuminating the temporal tattoo upon it. The air beside them warps, as a clock-like portal manifests.

Twirling again with the food, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "O~k~."
Gurashi's eyes light up as they smile.
Gurashi tilts their head curiously.
Gurashi blinks.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "What happened?"
Gurashi stares blankly into space.
Gurashi's shoulders sag slightly as they sigh.

You pat Gurashi in a friendly manner.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "It's okay Dadashi."

Gurashi tilts their head, gaze softening as they frown.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "...wh...y'd they go?"
Gurashi stares blankly into space.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "They portaled home I think."

Gurashi's shoulders sag slightly as they sigh.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...well."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "I could tell you why I think they did it. But I don't KNOW. And it's not a very nice sentiment, either."

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "They wanted to see."
Gurashi stares at Tridemon, eyes wide.
Flatly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Tridemon, "Why."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Tridemon, "I would love anything to help me better understand Mixter Esei."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "Because they don't want to participate in anything to do with you being Beloved. Because that would acknowledge the truth of the matter- that it was your choice and it really did happen."
You glance askance.

You think to yourself: It was Gurashi's choice. And they are happy. But I still do not trust Them, not completely.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "But... I don't know it. That's just the impression I got from their words and actions."

Gurashi stares blankly at Tridemon.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "... I hope it was not mentioning the hookah."
Gurashi stares blankly into space.
Gurashi's shoulders sag slightly as they sigh.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "It was probably mentioning that it was an order task."

Gurashi glances askance.
Gurashi covers their face. "Right."

Tridemon ponders for a moment and says "Hrm..."
Tridemon hugs Gurashi compassionately.

You give Gurashi a friendly squeeze.

Gurashi lets out a little noise as they are embraced, their head audibly thunking against Tridemon's chest.

Voice muffled, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...anyway - many thank yous both for coming with to say hi - they asked."

Softer, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend mutters, "Did ... .anna .e rude."

You hug Gurashi compassionately.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "It was very nice, and you are goodly."

Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

Tridemon reaches over and ruffles Gurashi's hair fondly.

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

You blink.

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

You smile gently, frills puffing with joy.

Gurashi looks up at Tridemon, canting their head. "She is cute and ruffle-able for someone who does not have hairs to ruffle, yeah?"
Gurashi grins mischievously at you.

You peer at Gurashi unscrupulously.
You gasp in delight, reaching out to boop Gurashi lightly on the nose with a finger.

Tridemon gives you a thumbs up.

Gasping, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Hey!"
Grinning, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to you, "You did it!"

Tridemon gasps in delight, reaching out to boop Gurashi lightly on the nose with his finger.

Gurashi rubs their nose. "A right proper b-- ack!"".
Gurashi flails about helplessly.

You give a trillingly melodic laugh.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to Bizirik, the leothin, "Do you need hugs?"

Bizirik, the leothin chirps happily.

Rubbing their nose again, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "B-boop..."

Bizirik, the leothin leans on Tridemon seeking consolation.
Tridemon hugs Bizirik, the leothin compassionately.
Bizirik, the leothin stares blankly at Tridemon. After a moment its tail lifts once then thumps back against the ground with potential delight.

Bizirik, the leothin snufffles and huffles and thrums happily, tail slapping the ground.

Gurashi's gaze softens as they smile.
Gurashi looks exhausted and opens their mouth in an enormous yawn.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Cheerfully, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Forgive - am so happy, and, sleepy..." They huff, "suddenly. Has been long month."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Thank you for being a willing participant in! Pillow! Fort!"
Gurashi bounces up and down.

You have emoted: Murkrow caws, once, before hopping onto Cheliyi's head. She staggers, before giggling. "It was very fun. Thank you Dad!"

---> this spooked me, but was very lovely!!!

You are suddenly gripped in an aching chill as images flash through your mind, an unfamiliar forest that looks like neither the Serenwilde nor the Glomdoring nor the Faethorn. Trees with long graceful branches that dip towards the ground extend in every direction, their lengths covered in leaves coloured a soft violet like the skies at twilight. "You ask strange questions, little one... But that is My favorite colour." The images leave you as warmth begins to creep back into your body.

Blushing, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Thank you, thank you! Listen, you come visit me -any- time."

You blink.

Gurashi pats you in a friendly manner.

You beam broadly.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "... I think Lord Nocht just said hello to me."

Gurashi stares blankly into space.
Eyes wide, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "Oh - H-He did?"
Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.

You nod your head emphatically.
You beam broadly.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "He told me His favorite color. It's very pretty."

Eyes wide still, curious, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "...ah?"

Tridemon peers about himself unscrupulously.
Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, ".... what color is it?"

Hopefully, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Is ... yeah."

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend whispers, "Or is it a secret."
Gurashi's eyes raise to the heavens as a look of hope flashes across their face.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Favorite colors are silly secrets."
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.
Gurashi looks about the patio suddenly.

You think to yourself: **a soft violet like the skies at twilight. ... It's strangely comforting.**.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "It's... purple. But good. Nice."

Nodding slowly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Am not surprised - it is a fitting color for the Wyrd, and His stuffs."
Gurashi's gaze softens as they smile.

Leaning forward, you gently press a kiss to Gurashi's brow.

Tridemon gives you a thumbs up.

You beam broadly.

Gurashi beams broadly at you.
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "Good."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "You be good."
Bright and clear, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "And never not ask good important questions like that."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I will. You too!"
You have emoted: Cheliyi points accusingly at Tridemon, "And you Mister, be nice to my Dad! Love you!"

You hug Tridemon compassionately.

You portal to the Aetherplex Chamber.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.
You portal to Overgrowth.