A Ritual, Complete

The cold voice of Auriella sends chills down your spine, "Are you busy currently?"

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea, "No, not particularly."

(Sanctifiers): Auriella (from the Prime Material Plane) says, "Ciuvi and Tridemon, might you be able to
join me within the Chamber of Cleansing in the Abbey per chance. Young Tel seems fit enough to undergo
a Cleansing if you're able to attend and assist?"

*WALKING TO THE GUILDHALL!*

--- the Chamber of Cleansing --- 13:13:-2 ---
The Chamber of Cleansing.
This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. A wan merian childs lies within one of the
pools, the water lapping away the unhealthy grey tinge to his scales. Humming idly under her breath,
Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela, bounces on the balls of her feet. Golden scales glistening in the
ambient light, a graceful ryujin settles here, water pooling around her graceful form. A sea-green
kelpie drifts here as though underwater, the air thick with the warm scent of the sea.
You see exits leading up (open door) and out (open door).

You snort and snuffle at the air, sensing through a ridiculous pig nose upon your face the faint traces
of others in the surrounding area.
Auriella: ?              the Chamber of Cleansing
Romaan: 2009             quiet and calm chapel of the Loving Radiance
Aeral: 1964              the Pool of Stars
Ciuvi: 4637              Behind the Archway of Eternal Light

Bringing her arms together before her, Auriella presses a closed fist into an open hand before bowing
humbly to you, a sense of well-being filling you both.

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says to you,
"Thank you for coming."

A pert little nose takes in a delicate whiff of Auriella's surroundings.

Sparkling droplets of water dance through the air as a graceful ryujin fans her delicate wings, a soft
crooning sound echoing from her before she settles back down.

(Sanctifiers): You say, "Remember that to get into the guildhall, you SANCTIFY the statue of either
Raziela or Methrenton in the Deep Blue Cathedral."

Singing drifts in from outside, faintly muffled.

(Sanctifiers): Ciuvi says, "I am inside the guildhall."

(Sanctifiers): Auriella says, "We are inside the Cloister of Loving Radiance."

Ciuvi arrives from the out.

Cloister of the Loving Radiance.
This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water.
You can see no further.
nod
Bringing her arms together before her, Auriella presses a closed fist into an open hand before bowing
humbly to Ciuvi as their faces reflect a sudden sense of well-being.

You nod your head emphatically.

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says, "Thank
you both for coming."

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela smiles softly at Ciuvi.

Ciuvi greets Auriella with a sincere smile.

Ciuvi greets you with a sincere smile.

Ciuvi greets Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela with a sincere smile.
Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela says, "Please remember, Ciuvi, that only through balance will we
purify the world of the soulless corruption. At times we must crusade against evil with ferocity of
Methrenton, but we must always be prepared to embrace the fallen with the compassion of Raziela, for
the Supernals teach us that no mortal is without redemption."

Gesturing towards Zeasha, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says, "Zeasha has informed me that young Tel
here is strong enough to undergo the Cleansing ritual that we performed some time ago upon yourself,
Tridemon."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, you say, "A good sign."

Auriella nods her head at you, showing her acceptance.

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

Ciuvi, Tyro of Introspection says, "I am very interested in what this entails. I may want to do it one
day..."

A wan merian child offers a somewhat nervous smile.

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says, "Before
we begin however, we shall need to gather a few items. If you could each gather one, that would be
great, and I can gather the others."

You nod your head emphatically.

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says to Ciuvi,
"Might you be able to gather a glass globe and fill it with holy fire from the statue of Methrenton
inside the Cathedral?"

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says to you,
"And might you be able to gather a piece of coral from the Inner Sea?"

Ciuvi nods their head emphatically.

Ciuvi bows respectfully to Auriella.

Ciuvi, Tyro of Introspection says, "I will be back shortly."

Auriella nods her head emphatically.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, you say, "Shouldn't be too difficult, if the reefs
cooperate."

Ciuvi sips a potion of healing from a vial.

Auriella thanks you profusely.

Ciuvi waves goodbye.

*A TRIP TO THE INNER SEA. THE REEFS DO NOT COOPERATE.*

(Sanctifiers): You say, "Hmm. It appears that the reefs are unwilling to give up the coral due to the
song of Sirenalai's effects through the sea."


(Sanctifiers): Auriella says, "Hmm, very well, I can substitute from our staves, they are made from
coral."

*A MIGHTY TREK BACK TO THE GUILDHALL*

----- 13:13:-2 ------
The Chamber of Cleansing.
This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. A wan merian childs lies within one of the
pools, the water lapping away the unhealthy grey tinge to his scales. Humming idly under her breath,
Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela, bounces on the balls of her feet. Golden scales glistening in the
ambient light, a graceful ryujin settles here, water pooling around her graceful form. A sea-green
kelpie drifts here as though underwater, the air thick with the warm scent of the sea.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, you say, "Mine has changed slightly, but still has living
coral twined throughout its structure."

Auriella nods her head at you.

The soft lambency of passing hummingbirds filters in from outside, shedding light on a dark night.

Ciuvi arrives from the out.

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says to Ciuvi,
"Did you manage to obtain the globe of holy light?"

Ciuvi gives a glass globe filled with holy fire to Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea.

Auriella beams broadly.

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says,
"Excellent, then we can begin."

The corners of Ciuvi's mouth turn up as they grin mischeviously.

Ciuvi bows respectfully to Auriella.

Ciuvi, Tyro of Introspection says to Auriella, "Apologies for the wait."

Ciuvi nods their head emphatically.

Ciuvi kneels onto one knee, demonstrating their humility and respect.

Ciuvi stands up and stretches their arms out wide.

Sparkling droplets of water dance through the air as a graceful ryujin fans her delicate wings, a soft
crooning sound echoing from her before she settles back down.

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says to Ciuvi,
"No need to apologise. Everything happens when it should."

Shifting her soft eyes towards the child and resting her palm across his forehead, Auriella Zayah,
Heart of the Sea says, "Are you ready little one?"

A wan merian child takes a deep breath, and glances at Zeasha. She gives him a small smile, and he nods
his head, looking up at Auriella.

Auriella nods slowly towards the child, and then towards Zeasha.

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says, "Then we
shall begin."

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

Glancing towards you, her aquatic eyes falling briefly to your arm then towards those gathered before
letting her gaze fall to the small merian child, Auriella takes a deep breath and slowly lets it escape
her lungs. Her voice warm and comforting she softly says, "Thank you all for your support and joining
in this ritual to help save this innocent child."

Walking slowly towards the table where the young child lay, the serene sounds of trickling water
echoing around her, Auriella speaks, her voice weaving throughout the chamber with a watery echo, "We
shall this day perform this rite, to bring centrality, focus and balance to this youngling and cleanse
him of his afflictions."

Retrieving a simple clay amphora carved with Thalassic and Celestial imagery from a nearby altar,
Auriella moves to the side of the young merian, before setting the amphora down atop a small table upon
which also rests various other gathered items.

Auriella reaches inside a small leather satchel and retrives a stylized angelic candle, which she sets
within the center of a glass vessel. Taking hold of the ceramic amphora, she removes the engraved
stopper and pours the crystal clear liquid it into the bowl until it rises halfway up the candle. "Pure
waters of the Thalassos, sacred to the Sanctifiers of Loathys contains healing properties to aid in
cleansing this child."

Ciuvi tilts their head and listens intently to Auriella.

Placing the clay amphora down, Auriella retrieves a small white pouch from her satchel from which she
draws a shimmering lock of golden hair from, holding it within her hands, she clasps the strangs
together before bowing her head in prayer, "Lady Raziela, Your loving radiance and enduring love
teaches us compassion and forgiveness and brings us closer to one another, we use this gift to infuse
the waters and empower this rite." Lifting her gaze, she drops the lock of golden hair into the bowl
which causes the waters to ripple ever so slightly.

A wan merian child's gaze follows Auriella's every motion, seeming to take comfort from her voice.

The crystalline waters within the crystal bowl ripple gently before shimmering with a compassionate
radiance, the flowing waters flushing a soft pink hue momentarily before fading to clear once more.


Raising a globe of holy fire before her, Auriella bows her head in prayer, "Lord Methrenton, Embodiment
of the Holy Flame in our hearts, the passion and zeal that inspire us to reach heights in even the
darkest of times, we use this gift to temper this sacred rite and focus our efforts." She drops her
gaze towards the angelic candle before passing the globe of holy fire to Ciuvi and gesturing to them to
light the candle.

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

With a flourish of their arm, Ciuvi bows deeply.

Ciuvi stands from their kneeled and bowing supplicant position to take the globe of holy fire. With
steady, careful steps, eyes unwavering, they light the candle and a flash of excitement flashes across
their face.

Luminous holy fire springs to life upon the wick of the candle as the globe dims, bathing the area in
soothing warmth before fading slowly, the waters within the bowl shimmering with the soft radiance of
the now flickering candle.

Taking a fan of angel feathers from the leather satchel, Auriella closes her eyes as she inhales
deeply. Her eyes open once more as she slowly exhales, raising the fan, she sweeps it through the air
above the small merian thrice, a cool breeze stirring through the chambers briefly before Auriella
places the fan down.

Tracing her slender fingers through the cool waters of the vessel, Auriella stirs the waters gently,
small ripples "Lady Kintyre, Lady of the Rip Tide, your powerful influence and adamant will we call
upon to bolster this sacred rite and bring strength and focus to our efforts so we may heal this
child."

The waters within the fountain begin to swirl violently, bubbling and frothing over the sides as the
they begin to glow with an azure light, casting a pale, watery glow about the gardens.

The soft lambency of passing hummingbirds filters in from outside, shedding light on a dark night.

A wan merian child's ragged breathing slows and steadies, the radiance spreading across his body,
chasing more of the grey away.

Ciuvi blinks several times in awe and wonder.

Ciuvi kneels onto one knee, demonstrating their humility and respect.

Ciuvi stands up and stretches their arms out wide.

Gesturing towrads you, Auriella gazes deep into the stirring waters as they begin to calm, looking
fresher than before she breaks a small piece of coral from her staff and hands to you to place inside
the vessel, "Lord Murlough, Lord of the Red Bloom, we call upon your renewing waters to wash clean and
rejuvenate this rite."

You have emoted: Tridemon carefully takes the piece of coral given to him, examining it for a moment,
before reaching over to his own staff to break a similarly-sized piece off one of the branches holding
the pearl in place. Wordlessly, he places both pieces of coral within the vessel before turning his
attention back to Auriella.

The crystal waters within the vessel shimmer with a pale crimson light as they are infused with the
power of the Tides, a radiant afterglow infusing the chambers with a rubescent tinge momentarily.

Dipping her hand into the crystal waters of the vessel, Auriella scoops up a handful and lets it run
through her fingertips before lifting it above the small merian child. The cool droplets falling upon
his brow as she speaks aloud, "Let these sacred waters run down and wash away this childs condition!"

Singing drifts in from outside, faintly muffled.

The young merian whimpers quietly, his eyes tightly closed as he winces, a barely visible black mists
rising from his pale body.


Dipping her hand into the crystal waters of the vessel once more, Auriella scoops up another handful,
letting the droplets it run through her fingertips before lifting it above the small merian childs once
more. The cool droplets falling upon his torso as she speaks aloud again, her voice firm and
instructing, "Let these blessed waters run down, and cleanse away this childs affliction!"

The perception of time momentarily slows to a fraction as Atropos snips stray strands and frayed
threads upon the Tapestry of Fate, each cut bringing a distant scream. Time rushes forward as the
memory fades, yet you retain the knowledge that your fate in Lusternia is far from meeting its end.

The merian child trembles and shakes, moaning in visible agony as his eyes open wide and he screams
aloud, some semblance of colour returning to his scales.

Auriella ceases wielding a radiant chalice in her left hand.
Auriella begins to wield the Flowing Staff of Sanctification in her left hand.

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela laces her hands together, her lips moving in silent prayer as she
watches the child.

Taking ahold of the Flowing Staff of Sanctification, Auriella holds it outward horizontally above the
child, her eyes looking towards Ciuvi and you before she nods slowly before raising her gaze towards
skies as she calls to the heavens, "Blessed Supernals of Celestial Light, we ask you now to lend us
your Light to heal this child with your Holy touch!"

Still grasping the Staff above the merian youth, Auriella speaks aloud once more, "Exalted Lords and
Ladies of the Sacred Tides, we call upon you now to lend us your gifts to cleanse this child with your
Hallowed Waters!"

Muffled laughter echoes from somewhere outside.

Placing the tip of the Staff of Sanctification upon the brow of the child, Auriella speaks aloud once
more, "By Water and of Holy Light!" The tip of the staff begins to shimmer as a healing energy passes
through its length and over the child.

Singing drifts in from outside, faintly muffled.

Echoing the words, Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela exclaims, "By water and of Holy Light!"

Auriella lowers the staff and lets her gaze drop down towards the child.

With a gentle smile and warm eyes, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says, "How do you feel little one?"

Sparkling droplets of water dance through the air as a graceful ryujin fans her delicate wings, a soft
crooning sound echoing from her before she settles back down.

A healthy merian child blinks his eyes, his trembling stilling, as the light suffuses his form and then
fades away. "Oh! Oh, much better!" He pushes himself into a sitting position, beaming.

Looking about with bright-eyed curiosity, a merian child takes in his surroundings. He fidgets with
eager, restless energy, his fins and webbed hands seeming constantly in motion. He is wearing a simple
tunic and trousers, and his webbed feet are bare.
A healthy merian child appears to lack strength.

Muffled laughter echoes from somewhere outside.

Auriella places a hand upon her chest and exhales softly with a sigh of relief.

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela straightens and smiles. She murmurs a quiet prayer of thanks. "You
certainly look much better."

You nod your head emphatically.

Ciuvi beams broadly.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, you say, "Far better."

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says, "Indeed.
Your scales are a beautiful colour!"

Ciuvi nods their head emphatically.

A healthy merian child spreads his webbed hands, as if scarcely believing the change that had come
across him. Belatedly he adds, "Oh! Thank you! Thank you very much. All of you."

Ciuvi claps their hands together merrily.

Singing drifts in from outside, faintly muffled.

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela says, "I will let his mother know. Although I think we should keep
him under observation for a little while, to be sure."

Ciuvi nods their head emphatically.

Auriella slips a warm arm around the childs shoulder and presses her forehead against his. "You are
most welcome my dear."

A healthy merian child slumps a little. "I can't go home -yet-?" he asks plaintively.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, you say, "Mm. And little progress has been made on finding
that fisherman..."

Ciuvi looks about in confusion.

Ciuvi, Tyro of Introspection says, "A fisherman did this?"

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela kneels down beside the boy. "I am sorry. But very, very soon. I
know your mother will come visit you and celebrate as soon as she hears."

Auriella nods her head at Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela, showing her acceptance.

Singing drifts in from outside, faintly muffled.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, you say to Ciuvi, "It is an object lesson in taking food
from strangers, I'm afraid."

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

A healthy merian child's scales turn purple with an embarassed flush.

Auriella's eyes sparkle with amusement.

Ciuvi nods their head emphatically.

Muffled laughter echoes from somewhere outside.

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela says, "A lesson dearly learned, but learned well, I think. And no,
I have not heard anything from the Magistrate as to the fisherman's discovery, unfortunately."

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela says, "But we shall see."

You sense the sweeping gaze of Esei looking upon you.

The melodious voice of Gurashi resonates in your mind, "Good."

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says, "All in
due time I am sure."

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says, "For now
however, we can be thankful that you are well again."

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela rises gracefully to her feet, and nods agreement at Auriella.

You ponder a healthy merian child thoughtfully, looking him up and down.

Ciuvi calls out "Thank you."

Ciuvi nods their head emphatically.

Ciuvi pets a healthy merian child ingratiatingly.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, you say to Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela, "He seems
an energetic sort now that he's not ill. Perhaps he should be allowed to roam the guildhall for a time
each day to make sure he doesn't get TOO rowdy."

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela gives a trillingly melodic laugh.

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

Singing drifts in from outside, faintly muffled.

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says, "A great
idea, indeed."

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela exclaims, "That is not a bad idea." She turns to the boy. "How
would you like a tour now, in celebration? You have spent so long just in here!"

Ciuvi giggles happily.

A healthy merian child rises to his feet, nodding eagerly.

Auriella beams broadly.

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela says to Auriella, "If you will excuse us, Righteous Sanctifier?"

Ciuvi's mouth turns up as their face breaks into a smile.

Her voice drifting through the air with a watery echo, Auriella Zayah, Heart of the Sea says, "Of
course."

Ciuvi bows respectfully to Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela.

Bringing her arms together before her, Auriella presses a closed fist into an open hand before bowing
humbly to Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela as their faces reflect a sudden sense of well-being.

Sparkling droplets of water dance through the air as a graceful ryujin fans her delicate wings, a soft
crooning sound echoing from her before she settles back down.

Zeasha Novikei, Hymnodist of Raziela takes a healthy merian child's hand, and together they step out of
the Chamber.

You raise your hands above the ground, solemnly speaking, "May the purest water cleanse this place and
the power of the Holy Light fortify it". As you call upon the powers you serve, the ground begins to
glow and you hear the sound of water flowing around you.

You shift your eyes suspiciously from side to side.

You shrug helplessly.