"XENTHOS IS BROKEN."

[[Preface: Xenthos hasn't acknowledged ANY of the abnormalties IC. Not a single one of them, which has already put Gurashi on edge (danger??)
Setting: me running out to offer the tentacle corpses from the weird #2 timequake and realizing Xenthos wasn't following me anymore]]

The Portals of Glomdoring.
The shadowy outline of a twisted forest casts a dark gloom here. The cylindrical chamber has been carved from marble veined with dark sediment, and polished to a lustrous smooth shine. Concentric circles are inlaid upon the floor, alternating with rings of black opal, onyx and dark amethyst. High above, the ceiling shines with a bright light that pulsates softly and steadily like a heartbeat. The air itself is charged with energy, veritably crackling with power. You see a sign here instructing you to use the PORTAL command to enter the aetherplex system. There is an aetherways portal here.
You see a single exit leading out.

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Spirit Warden Xenthos An'Ryshe, the Ebon Strategist, "Oh! I left you behind."

<-- no answer for while

You ponder the situation.

You portal to The Hoard and the Hive.
A chilling, forestal curiosities room.                 (#HAH_1)
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 painting of Gurashi's Staring Contest is proudly exhibited on a nearby wall. A leopard lurks in the shadows, curiously watching anything that moves. Nothing more than a puffball with cerulean eyes, a seal lynx point ragdoll kitten lies here lounging languidly. There are 3 ethereal cats here. Clad in matte black leather, a golden-eyed savage lingers here like a living shadow. You see a sign here instructing you to use the PORTAL command to enter the aetherplex system.
You see exits leading north, east (open door), and south (open door).
Lifting her head, Ilistala looks at you hopefully.

You pet Ilistala, an enormous leopard ingratiatingly.
A loud rumbling emanates from Ilistala as she rubs against you.

Faintly buzzing, you say to Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "Who is the goodest girl."

You pet Ilistala, an enormous leopard ingratiatingly.
A loud rumbling emanates from Ilistala as she rubs against you.

Ilistala, an enormous leopard rubs up against you, purring like a cat.

Rubbing her furry tummy, you say to Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "You are the goodest girl yes."

Ilistala, an enormous leopard inches bashfully over to you and nuzzles you tenderly.

You pet Ilistala, an enormous leopard ingratiatingly.
A loud rumbling emanates from Ilistala as she rubs against you.

Faintly buzzing, you ask Xenthos, "So - have finally noticed the things?"

You stare at Xenthos, eyes wide.

Ilistala, an enormous leopard stares implacably at Xenthos.

You sway back and forth.

You stare at Xenthos, eyes wide.

Ilistala, an enormous leopard stares implacably at Xenthos.

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim to Xenthos, "It's not funny! You have to have noticed!"

Ilistala, an enormous leopard playfully paws at Xenthos's arm, trying to get his attention.

Faintly buzzing, you ask Xenthos, "....X-Xenthos...?"

Ilistala, an enormous leopard stares implacably at Xenthos.

You tilt your head, gaze softening as you frown.

You have emoted: Gurashi reaches out, gently giving Xenthos a tiny shove.

Very concerned, you say to Xenthos, "Pleasedosomethingotherthanstandthere."

You tug urgently on Xenthos's sleeve.

It is now the 6th of Klangiary, 551 years after the Coming of Estarra.
There are 31 days until the New Moon

Ilistala, an enormous leopard moves to stand by your side.

You tug urgently on Xenthos's sleeve.

Ilistala, an enormous leopard stares implacably at Xenthos.

Faintly buzzing, you ask Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "Is this normal?"

Faintly buzzing, you ask Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "Does he do this?"

Faintly buzzing, you ask Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "Is he O-K? Is he pranking us?"

Faintly buzzing, you say to Xenthos, "If you do not do something soon am going to tell everyone you are -broke-."

You tug urgently on Xenthos's sleeve.

With your mighty index finger extended, you poke Xenthos.

Ilistala, an enormous leopard suddenly lunges forward with a growl and sinks her teeth firmly into Xenthos.

Ilistala, an enormous leopard stares implacably at Xenthos.

You give a horrified gasp.

Faintly buzzing, you say, "AhhhHHHHH."

You flail about helplessly.

Faintly buzzing, you say, "TIME BROKE XENTHOS."

You cast a pleading look at Ilistala, an enormous leopard, flailing about helplessly.

Faintly buzzing, you say to Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "WHO DO WE TELL."

You flail about helplessly.

Faintly buzzing, you say, "Oh my goodness oh my goodness."

Faintly buzzing, you say, "Oh gosh O-K do not see Lady Rancoura or Snald uhh."

Faintly buzzing, you say, "Aurik - Aurik!"

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh, "AuriiiIIIIIIK."

Aurik tells you, "Cousin."

You sense the piercing eyes of Aurik looking upon you.

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh, "XENTHOS IS BROKEN."

Aurik tells you, "..."

You portal to the Portals of Glomdoring.
The Portals of Glomdoring.
The shadowy outline of a twisted forest casts a dark gloom here. The cylindrical chamber has been carved from marble veined with dark sediment, and polished to a lustrous smooth shine. Concentric circles are inlaid upon the floor, alternating with rings of black opal, onyx and dark amethyst. High above, the ceiling shines with a bright light that pulsates softly and steadily like a heartbeat. The air itself is charged with energy, veritably crackling with power. Frosted crystals gently fall from the form of an egregiously beautiful Ice Angel, cooling the area here noticeably. You see a sign here instructing you to use the PORTAL command to enter the aetherplex system. There is an aetherways portal here.
You see a single exit leading out.

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh, "Come here!"

Kreon gives you a peck on the cheek.

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh, "He won't DO anything!"

You flail about helplessly.

You reach out, wrapping all four arms around Kreon as you pull her into a tight hug.

Kreon smiles softly.

Aurik begins to follow you.

You portal to The Hoard and the Hive.
Aurik follows you ether.
A chilling, forestal curiosities room.

Lifting her head, Ilistala looks at you hopefully.

You point accusingly at Xenthos.

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "He won't move!"

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "Ilistala has been biting him and -everything-."

Aurik ponders Xenthos thoughtfully, looking him up and down.

His voice warbling as if tearful, were he able to produce tears, you say to Xenthos, "THIS IS A VERY MEAN PRANK IF IS A PRANK."

You tug urgently on Xenthos's sleeve.

You have emoted: Gurashi waves his hands before Xenthos's face frantically.

Faintly buzzing, you ask Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "Has he done anything?"

Ilistala, an enormous leopard shakes her head at you.

Faintly buzzing, you say to Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "Aaaahhhh."

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh looks thoughtful and says, "Hn..."

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim to Aurik, "AahhhhH!!"

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "What do we do what do we do."

Frantic, you exclaim to Xenthos, "Please say something! Or blink!"

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim to Xenthos, "If understand me -blink-, heck!"

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says to you, "I need more details."

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

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "We came back from the timequake and everything was fine, think?? I walked away to manse and must have come in after."

Faintly buzzing, you say, "But now is just standing here."

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "Every time that have asked him about the anomalies everyone else has felt, he hasn't felt -any- of them."

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "Or noticed!"

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says, "Hn."

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "But when I asked if he felt that... all of this - the rift and the tentacles."

Faintly buzzing, you say, "Mean he was talking so -has- to have."

Faintly buzzing, you say, "But now he won't -do- anything."

Faintly buzzing, you say, "He is broken oh my -gosh- I -broke Xenthos-."

You give a horrified gasp.

You tug urgently on Xenthos's sleeve.

Faintly buzzing, you ask Aurik, "Why won't he do anything?"

Ilistala, an enormous leopard sniffs Xenthos, trying to decipher just what that smell emanating from him is.

You have emoted: Gurashi claps his hands on either side of his face, looking very concerned.

Faintly buzzing, you ask Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "Is he O-K?"

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "Ilistala said he does not normally do this."

You tug urgently on Xenthos's sleeve.

Aurik purses his lips, deep in thought as he contemplates Xenthos.

You have emoted: Gurashi gives Xenthos another gentle shove.

You tug urgently on Xenthos's sleeve.

Gently swinging the faeling's arm, you say to Xenthos, "Xenthooooos."

Now tugging the faeling's cloak, you say to Xenthos, "XenthoooOOOOooooSSsss."

Bizirik, the leothin chirps happily at Xenthos.

Ilistala, an enormous leopard tugs urgently on Xenthos's sleeve.

You have emoted: Gurashi peers out from behind Xenthos to Aurik, the side of his head clinking against his father's armored arm. "What do we do."

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says to you, "I'd try to out-stare him if this is a prank, but."

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says, "I doubt I'd last longer than you have."

Weakly, you say to Aurik, "This isn't funny..."

You tug urgently on Xenthos's sleeve.

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says to you, "If it were a prank, it would be a -little- funny, in hindsight."

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "Is NOT."

You boggle at Aurik.

You boggle at Xenthos.

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

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim to Xenthos, "Will leave this family if this is a prank!"

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says, "Bewildering you is usually funny. But this is going a bit far."

Aurik ponders Xenthos thoughtfully, looking him up and down.

You have emoted: Gurashi continues to boggle up at Xenthos, then lets out a miserable cry, hanging off the faeling's arm as he drums to sit. "HE'S BROKE."

From the floor, you ask Aurik, "W-what if because there is the New Seal - it is like, what if it is an opposite of Nature and it is messing with Xenthos because is an Ascendant of Nature right?"

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "Or was Knowledge."

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim to Aurik, "Was nature!"

Faintly buzzing, you ask Aurik, "M-maybe we need to take him to Mister Avechna - or, maybe to the Cave of Nature?? Or Cave of Time?"

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "Think Ilistala could carry him fine - she does it already."

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says to you, "Is he movable?"

You have emoted: Gurashi suddenly throws his arms around Xenthos's waist and tries to move him with all of his kepheran might.

You have emoted: Gurashi continues to try and move Xenthos, pointlessly pushing against the floor but going nowhere.

With great effort, you exclaim to Xenthos, "Why... are so ... resistant...!!"

You slump down dejectedly.

You sniff softly.

Faintly buzzing, you ask Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "Do... you think can get him to move?"

Ilistala, an enormous leopard rubs up against you, purring consolingly.

Ilistala, an enormous leopard ponders Xenthos thoughtfully, looking him up and down.

Faintly buzzing, you ask Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "What? What do think?"

Ilistala, an enormous leopard turns her gaze back to you, looking unsure of herself.

You have recognised Xenthos for: I have been undecided who deserves my recognize this weave. Then you pulled this stunt you -egg-. I love it and love you, thanks for all the great fun!

You twitch your mandibles as you voice a soft, curious chirr.

Bizirik, the leothin chatters softly, slinking forward to stand beside Ilistala, an enormous leopard as it considers Xenthos.

You ponder the situation.

Faintly buzzing, you ask, "Am not strong enough to move him, but maybe both of YOU could. And Aurik's big bird... whom have yet to properly... meet?"

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim, "Am not sure where to move him!"

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says to you, "Let's think this through."

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says to you, "Your current theory is this is some kind of backlash of time, yes?"

You have emoted: Gurashi stares at Aurik, sniffling softly.

You nod your head emphatically.

Faintly buzzing, you say, "He hasn't felt -anything-."

Faintly buzzing, you say, "And now isn't even answering."

Faintly buzzing, you say, "He's -broken-."

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says, "Okay. What kind of backlash could it be? Easiest to test - is he actually -locked- in time?"

Faintly buzzing, you ask, "Something that moves - uhm - water?"

Faintly buzzing, you say, "... I do not know if feel good about dumping water on Xenthos."

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says, "Or air. Breath."

Faintly buzzing, you say to Aurik, "That - let's try that."

Faintly buzzing, you ask Aurik, "Is he breathing?"

You sweat profusely as you wring your hands nervously.

Xenthos suddenly moves slightly, turning to you. "We've come to say hello!" He pauses for a moment, his gaze catching Aurik out of the corner of his eye. "Ah. Where did you come from? You weren't here just a moment ago."

You give a horrified gasp.

(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "REEEEE."
(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "SOBS."
(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "If gurashi could cry he would."
(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "He'd just cry and cry and cry like that yotsuba picture lol."

Aurik blinks.

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says to Xenthos, "I've been here for about half a day, now."

Wailing, you say to Xenthos, "XeeeennnTTHOOOOOOOS."

Spirit Warden Xenthos An'Ryshe, the Ebon Strategist looks skeptical and says, "I've only been here a few seconds."

Spirit Warden Xenthos An'Ryshe, the Ebon Strategist says, "I must have missed you upon my arrival."

Harmony echoes in your mind as you sing to Spirit Warden Xenthos An'Ryshe, the Ebon Strategist, "You've been here a whole half of a DAY!!"

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim to Xenthos, "You've been here a whole half of a DAY!"

Xenthos tilts his head curiously at you.

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim to Xenthos, "ARE YOU O-K?!"

Spirit Warden Xenthos An'Ryshe, the Ebon Strategist says, "Of course I am."

Spirit Warden Xenthos An'Ryshe, the Ebon Strategist says, "Are -you- okay?"

Frantic, you say to Xenthos, "NO."

Urgently, you say to Xenthos, "Really! You weren't responding! You've been here! Asked if you felt anything because of everything that has happened and you didn't -answer-."

Faintly buzzing, you say to Xenthos, "And you stood and stood and Ilistala bit you and nudged you and we tugged and pushed."

Faintly buzzing, you say, "And so went and got Aurik and we poked and prodded."

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says, "Gurashi was under the impression you were locked in time in some manner. I admit, watching you, he made some good points."

Faintly buzzing, you say to Xenthos, "But now you are talking!! But are you O-K!?!"

You flail about helplessly.

Frantic, you exclaim to Xenthos, "That was scary! Please do not do that again!! You are too big for me to push!"

Spirit Warden Xenthos An'Ryshe, the Ebon Strategist looks skeptical and says, "I feel fine."

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh asks you, "You said Ilistala bit him?"

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim, "She did!"

You have emoted: Gurashi points to Xenthos's arm where the leopard sunk her teeth.

You sniff softly.

Xenthos examines the arm encased in plate.

Spirit Warden Xenthos An'Ryshe, the Ebon Strategist says, "I don't feel anything."

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim to Ilistala, an enormous leopard, "Tell him!"

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says, "Hn. If the plate is any good, you wouldn't have. And if it weren't any good, I assume you'd have replaced it by now, so."

Ilistala, an enormous leopard stares implacably at Xenthos.

You have emoted: Gurashi sniffs softly, watching Xenthos with wide eyes.

You look at Xenthos, expression filled with concern as you frown.

Xenthos shrugs slightly. "I feel fine."

Faintly buzzing, you say to Xenthos, "Are you in -danger-."

Faintly buzzing, you say to Xenthos, "You are supposed to tell me if are in -danger-."

You huff and puff in outrage.

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh murmurs, "How would uncle Adrien approach this..."

You tilt your head, gaze softening as you frown.

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim to Xenthos, "Raise your left arm!"

Xenthos gives you the once-over, eyeing you suspiciously.

Faintly buzzing, you exclaim to Xenthos, "Or at least follow me!"

Xenthos begins to follow you.

Faintly buzzing, you say to Xenthos, "If stop moving do not want you to get left somewhere."

Faintly buzzing, you say, "Ah!"

You portal to the Portals of Glomdoring.
Aurik follows you ether.

Faintly buzzing, you say, "There."

You tilt your head, gaze softening as you frown.

Faintly buzzing, you say to Xenthos, "How do feel? You -feel- fine, but do you -feel- fine."

You sweat profusely as you wring your hands nervously.

Devotee of the Tah'vrai, Aurik Shee-Slaugh says to you, "If he truly was frozen in time, he might simply be locked in position where he was, following you or not."

You heave an almighty groan at the world.