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---> Lady Viravain came for a visit, asked each Glomdoring member about their growth! Cheliyi answered and got a Divine Truefavor, and Esei never actually replied, so Vira is asking them about it! Esei panicked, lol, but shhh I promise they are scary. We all told them how amazing they are!

---> TRIGGER WARNING: Panic attack content! If you want to read but avoid the attack, I'll put a giant marker, and then where you can scroll to!

Slowly, almost imperceptibly, Viravain moves closer to Esei, until their eyes are evenly matched, their bodies almost touching. "Then start at the beginning. Every good story begins with mere words, little one, and like My roots, they grow from there."

Gurashi turns quickly to look back towards Viravain, no longer looking so concerned as they hold their wonderbrazier near to their chest. As they watch the Divine drift about Esei, however, they furrow their brow, frowning.

Beaming, you say to Esei, "You have done many things, Mixter Esei! Like remember that time you taught me how to design for Her forest? Or when you taught me about Lord Nocht!"

You feel compelled to offer that Esei's kindness is a boon to the Glomdoring, and that his inability to say so himself is because he is respectful of the Lady's presence.
You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Gently, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "My first protegee ... and the hardest working student ever ..."

Viravain lifts a brow and moves backward, Her gaze catching your before returning to Esei's. "Mmm," She replies, Her head tilting. "Are these seeds ones of truth, Esei? Is this the web that you weave in your life?"

Gurashi's gaze softens as they smile at Esei.

Eagerly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Viravain, "Mixter Esei is a very good Wyrdenkin. The Forest is stronger to have them - it really is."

You smile softly at Esei.

(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "Listen we are all very proud of you and you can do this!"
(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "Also look at what vira sent me lol "You feel compelled to offer that Esei's kindness is a boon to the Glomdoring, and that his inability to say so himself is because he is respectful of the Lady's presence."
(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "Sob."

Esei closes their eyes and inhales deeply, absorbing the scent of their surroundings.
Esei exhales slowly, allowing a long fluid breath to creep from their lungs.

(The Shadow Kindred): Faelorna says, "SO PROUD. YOU ARE A GOOD."

Gurashi puffs their cheeks and steps closer still, nodding at the elfen.

Quietly, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "I would like to think so, my Lady."

Viravain lifts the corners of Her mouth into an uncharacteristically motherly smile, as if She were nurturing one of Her many, many trees. "You do not need to speak, child, for your growth is spoken through your actions -- through others. This pleases Me."

Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "Oh my god this is wholesome."

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

Gurashi's short tail begins to wag furiously as they claps their hands together over their heart, grinning toothily towards Esei.

You think to yourself: Lady Viravain is very nice... I hope She smiles like that to me, someday. But, I will earn it, so it is okay!
You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Gurashi bites their lower lip, looking down at a branch from a ravenwood tree, then at Mount Zoaka's Titanium Brazier of Explosive Transformation.

You have emoted: Cheliyi places a hand over one of Gurashi's, and smiles gently.

You tell Gurashi, the Heart's Friend, "It is okay. I love you very muchly dad, yes? **swirls of green**."

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

Viravain turns Her eyes that flicker with shadowfire skyward and, when next you blink, She hovers high above the Aetherplex Chamber, the shadows that trail Her holding Her aloft. "The forest waxes with the growth of its seeds. May the turning seasons bring a bounty, and may that bounty be blood."

Gurashi perks up, exaggeratedly grabbing your hand in their own and swinging both limbs together twice before nodding, clumsily juggling the branch atop the brazier.

Gurashi's gaze trails up, staring at Viravain with wide-eyed curiosity.
You smile brightly at Viravain, your frills puffing with joy.

When next you blink, Viravain stands in the middle of the chamber, a feral smile creeping across Her eyes. Her voice emanates from all around Her, "And it will be a joyous rain."
Coiling sinuously about Her petite frame, stygian shadows cloak Viravain in an unnatural darkness and evanesce into the aether, leaving behind only the faintest scent of roses.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "... ah..."

Esei begins softly humming low, dark tunes.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, ".... ah! My Lady wait I had to ask a question!"
Gurashi flails about helplessly.

Rekath exhales slowly, allowing a long fluid breath to creep from his lungs.

You blink.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Aww heckity - I will have to go to Her Fulcrux."
Bizirik, the leothin looks at Gurashi in confusion.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Bizirik, the leothin, "Not you."

With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says to Gurashi, "Hey. You."

You giggle happily at Gurashi.

Gurashi reaches out, pulling Bizirik, the leothin into a tight embrace.
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.

(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "LOL."

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to Rekath, "Oh!"

Gurashi gives a horrified gasp.

(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "Bizirik is a gremlin."

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Rekath, "You got me to almost my goal! Very nearly! I can buy the rest...!"
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Rekath, "...thank you - hi - hello."

A cat of black ink sneaks out of Gurashi's arms to jump onto Esei's shoulder.

Gurashi sways, looking at those gathered as if in a daze.

With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says to Gurashi, "Was always too chaotic for Glom, yes. Is better this way, plus I have a bunch of extra flesh to throw around now, and, well."

A cat of black ink rubs up against Esei, purring like a cat.
Esei caresses a cat of black ink gently.

Voice muffled by his mask, Necrochemist Uzriel d'Vanecu, the Demagogue of Dissonance says, "Interesting, not Who I would have expected to see in the aetherplex."

You have emoted: Cheliyi steadies Gurashi with a second arm, expression growing concerned.

(Glomdoring): Faelorna (from the Ethereal Plane) says, "Be well, Glomdoring."

Esei glances askance.

Dazed, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...yeah ... it was nice to see Her - I didn't ..."

(Glomdoring): Afollia says, "May the Mistress of Thorns watch over you, Faelorna."

Their voice cracking with surprise, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "She still calls me Her bumblebee...?"

(Glomdoring): You say, "Be well Miss Faelorna!"

Rekath holds up his arm, his forearm bubbling like a malignant tumour. He sinks his teeth into it and tears it away with a contented sigh, chewing merrily. "All I can eat, yes. SO much flesh."

Offering, Necrochemist Uzriel d'Vanecu, the Demagogue of Dissonance says, "Die?"

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "That is true."

You nod your head emphatically.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Dying might have been... unfortunate."

You blink.
You peer at Uzriel unscrupulously.
You beam broadly at Uzriel.

Gurashi stares blankly at Rekath.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Hello! You have killed me a bunch of times. My name is Cheliyi!"

(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "Fcjskdc bsdjbcjksdcds CHEL NO."
(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "Pure of heart dumb of ass."

Gurashi nods at Rekath's response, though they look utterly bewildered.

With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says to you, "Is so good to see you again, che-che. Why are you still devotee though? You have been working, yes?"

Uzriel inclines his head politely to you.

You hum thoughtfully at Rekath, your salmon frills vibrating with song.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Well, Mister... um. The Guild Master has been busy for a bit, and I am happy where I am. But I am Culture Minister now!"

Suddenly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "So proud, am."
Gurashi's eyes half-close as they lean against you.

With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says, "Ah, yes! Good for you! You hav- Oh, right. That was bugboy."

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

Using his tongue and the roof of his mouth, Rekath makes a quiet clicking noise.
Tail wagging happily as they lean into Cheliyi, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Proud of the goodest most culturalest me mine-child-mine."

With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says, "Consolidations and congratulations all around, yes."

Esei's gaze turns to Gurashi, dark eyes almost vacant. Then, they smile slowly.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Rekath, "She is following in my footsteps! Hopefully not the part where I got enemied and evicted."
The corners of Gurashi's mouth turn up as they grin mischievously.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Yes, but they do not mind. I am very happy to help my siblings!"

With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says to Gurashi, "There will always be a place for you by the fire, bugboy. Will make your stay Very comfortable. Promise."

Gurashi blushes furiously.

You peer at Rekath unscrupulously.
Rekath shrugs helplessly at you.

Awkwardly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Rekath, "T-thank you Mister Rekath."
Gurashi glances askance.

Shadows swirl around Esei's arm as the Fingerblade of dha'Wyrden-cree shifts and turns around their hand.

Gurashi's short tail slows, then speeds up in its wagging again.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...I must go pray to Her, before She gets too far from the waking worlds."

Flatly, you say, "Are you talking about Bats and Wasps."

Gurashi nods their head sagely at you.

With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says to you, "Like I said, too chaotic for Glom."

Esei taps on your shoulder with one finger.

With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says, "Wait."
With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says, "Waaait."

You have emoted: Cheliyi stares daggers at Rekath, before glancing curiously at Esei.

His eyes glowing a brilliant sapphire blue, Rekath gazes at Gurashi, who seems somehow slightly different than moments before.

Gurashi blinks.
Gurashi stares at Rekath, eyes wide.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "Mmf?"

With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says to Gurashi, "For good luck, yes."

Gurashi stands up straighter, eyes wide.

You tell Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk, "**green and yellow, gentle concern**."

Thoughtfully, Necrochemist Uzriel d'Vanecu, the Demagogue of Dissonance says, "Actually I'm curious, does the dark forest have nightingales within it?"

Esei crooks their fingers toward you in a beckoning motion.
Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Mm, possibly."

You blink.

Rekath twitches spasmodically.
His eyes glowing a brilliant sapphire blue, Rekath gazes at Uzriel, who seems somehow slightly different than moments before.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "If we do, they are not obvious."

With a melodic lilt, Pilgrim Rekath Ryseni, the Hungrier says, "And one for the ally, yes."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say to Gurashi, "Oh, I must go now, dad. Love you muchly, yes?"

Suddenly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "You gotta go?"
Gurashi nods their head emphatically.

You begin to follow Esei.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Mm! I love you too!"
Gurashi reaches out and gently grabs you, pulling you into a tight embrace.

Esei glances askance.

Gurashi gives you a friendly squeeze.
You hug Gurashi compassionately.

You follow Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk down to before the Master Ravenwood Tree.

A dark nighthag nods her head at Esei.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you ask, "What is the matter? Are you alright?"

Esei's lips flatten into a thin line for just a moment before their face relaxes.
A soft shaft of moonlight beams down on Esei.
Esei shivers as a miasma of darkness coats their skin.

Esei closes their eyes and inhales deeply, absorbing the scent of their surroundings.
Esei exhales slowly, allowing a long fluid breath to creep from their lungs.
Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Yes, and no."

You have emoted: Cheliyi reaches out and gently touches Esei's shoulder, giving them plenty of time to back away.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you exclaim, "You were very brave. You didn't cry like I did!"

Gently moving their arm away, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says to you, "Did you know I was their protege?"

You have emoted: Cheliyi pulls her arm back with a hum, before shaking her head once. "I didn't, no. But, it does make sense. You are very goodly."

Esei glances askance.

You follow Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk in to annex of Wyrden Scriptures.

You blink.
You have emoted: Cheliyi looks around with quiet wonder.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "I do not think I have been here before..."

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "It is the library annex."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "This is a lot of books."
You nod your head sagely.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Mm, perhaps."

You have emoted: Cheliyi's tail swishes back and forth as she runs her fingers across the spines, humming softly. She glances back at Esei, before frowning. "What did you want to speak about?"

Esei hums thoughtfully.
Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk asks, "Do you truly understand why Gurashi had to go?"

You have emoted: Cheliyi blinks once, then twice. She adjusts her glasses, before the fall askew once more.

(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "Cheliyi you are Not Permitted to Cuteness."
(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "It's. it's about to get a lot less cute."
(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "Exactly >:(."

Expression flattening, her voice slowly rising in tone but not in volume, you say, "... No. No I do not. I think that They love my siblings very muchly, and have always loved my siblings. They will not stop loving my siblings. I have read about this, and it was allowed before. But this time, they did not. And it does not make sense."

Esei purses their lips pensively, gazing off into the distance as they carefully gather their thoughts.
Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Mm."
Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "You would not have been born when the ruling was made, I believe."

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "It is a law that has been in place for almost as long as the Glomdoring itself - you may not join a non-wyrden Order without reasonable cause."
Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "However."
Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "When Gurashi attempted to ask the Court for permission to join the Thousandfold's Order, they were told to swear an oath to the Court not to do so, and that they would not ask again."

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "They thought that they could make the Thousandfold wyrden."
Esei's lips tighten.

You have emoted: Cheliyi twitches.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "It is because that specific reason why the Court said no. Why the Lady Herself said no."

(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "Well."
(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "That and he got possessed by a ghost."
(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "Lol."
(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "He WHAT."
(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "You heard me."
(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "Was that the voice thing."

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "I believe he was also possessed by a Mysraian spirit, once upon a time."
You crease your brow in a frown.
Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "You would have to ask them specifically about that one, I'm afraid I was not... paying attention."
Esei glances askance.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you ask, "Everything will be with my siblings, in the end. They are trying to bring more people in so that we can all be happier. Why would that be bad?"

Esei hums thoughtfully.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "The Divine are not so changeable as we mortals."

A vicious, ghostly white crow glares around with his one malevolent eye.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "To presume you can force or persuade a Divine to change their opinion on something is..."
Esei gestures vaguely.

You follow Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk to the Aetherplex Chamber.

You blink.


You follow Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk to A chilling, forestal curiosities room.
Esei's eyes raise to the heavens as a look of hope flashes across their face.

You follow Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk to the Aetherplex Chamber.
You follow Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk out to the Stairs of the Last Nine.

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

Sheepishly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Hi, hi, again...!"

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

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

Bizirik, the leothin chirps happily.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk asks, "You were possessed by a spirit once, am I wrong?"

Bizirik, the leothin leans on Esei seeking consolation.

Gurashi blinks.

Esei pets Bizirik, the leothin ingratiatingly.
Bizirik, the leothin stares blankly at Esei. After a moment its tail lifts once then thumps back against the ground with potential delight.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Oh! Miss Sebitti! Yes!"

Esei points accusingly at you.

You blink.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "My ghost! She is still around you know."

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Tell her."

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Esei, "Eh?"

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "About your ghost."

Surprised, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "I never told you about wonderful Miss Sebitti?"

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "It is a pivotal part of why your left."

You have emoted: Cheliyi glances at Esei with a frown, shuffling uncertainly.

(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "Can i spell."
(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "No."
(The Shadow Kindred): You say, "*pat pat*."

Gurashi blinks.
Softly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "... they wanted to exorcise her ..."
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "... she left on her own ... she did ..."
Gurashi shakes their head.

Gurashi covers their mouth, then looks at you, smiling sadly. "So, shortly after I asked the Lady of Roses if it was O-K if I could join the Beloved, and She gave me Her answer..."
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...a GHOST showed up in my LIVING ROOM."
Gurashi frets over everything that might go wrong.

You blink.

A cat of black ink wiggles in Gurashi's hands.
Gurashi bends, setting a cat of black ink down upon the ground so it may run free. "Mm. At first just a shimmer of white - I was so scared."
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "She ran into me a couple times, I thought I was in trouble - but, she was ... attacking the Lady's disfavor instead."
Gurashi's eyes bug out as they boggles in amazement.

You close your eyes and focus on Gurashi's voice, frills turned to them.

(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "....i got a TF and didn't even notice."
(The Shadow Kindred): Esei says, "Lol."

Gurashi gestures grandly, as if shaping out a person. "Then, she began to take shape. Not just ivory, but a ghost! A real see-through persons!"

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.

---> remember this bit
Wyrden flames flicker across her form like a shadowy cloak, the sweet scent of roses trailing in her wake.

She is wearing:
a jewelled bracelet of the Three of Night secured firmly to her wrist with a living vine
a long skirt of shadows cinched snugly at her waist with a thin vine
a utility backpack of many pockets
a sleeveless white silk shirt haphazardly tucked into a long skirt of shadows
a pair of supple leather hunting gloves fastened tightly to her palms
a leaf-green woollen blanket wrapped lovingly around her shoulders
a silver torc.

Gurashi lifts a hoofed foot. "She looked like me! Her leggies are hoofies! Her eyes were beautiful! She was like a dream! And she was LOST!" They emphasize this dramatically, leaning forward.

You giggle happily.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "She was wandering around my living room... she knew the poppies of the lantern in my living room, and, she said she was called, and, she pet Bizirik and called her silly."

Dramatically leaning forward, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "And then we realized ... Tridemon and I ... because Tridemon was -also- there."
Gurashi huffs, puffing their cheeks.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "That only -I- could understand her -words-."
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "And then she came up to me!"
Gurashi strikes a pose.

Bizirik, the leothin strikes a pose.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "And she looked at me - into me! Through me!"
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "And then she stepped into me!"

Gurashi boggles at you.

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.

Continuing the hunt for his dark mate, Father Sun presses forward in his journey, lowering himself in the sky yet still casting even, full light upon the land.

You boggle at Gurashi.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Well, she was right about one thing at least."

You have recognised Esei for: For being lovely!!! you did great in front of vira, and what happens next might be spicy QwQ.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Bizirik is silly."

Esei gives Bizirik, the leothin the once-over, eyeing her suspiciously.
Bizirik, the leothin stares blankly at Esei. After a moment its tail lifts once then thumps back against the ground with potential delight.

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

Covering their mouth, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "And I could feel her inside me, like a little something that wasn't me, but wasn't scary. She was soothing, comforting. And she TALKED through me!" They boggle along. "YEah! She said Bizirik was silly and gave her lots of pets."

Bizirik, the leothin chirps happily.

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

You pet Bizirik, the leothin ingratiatingly.
Bizirik, the leothin stares blankly at you. After a moment its tail lifts once then thumps back against the ground with potential delight.

Esei drops a cat of black ink.

A cat of black ink sniffs Bizirik, the leothin, trying to decipher just what that smell emanating from her is.

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.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "She kept saying Asch called her, and that she was looking for oranges..."

Gurashi closes their eyes and inhales deeply, absorbing the scent of their surroundings.

You have recognised Gurashi for: For being such a good storyteller!! cheliyi was upset but is now comfy again cause of the wonderful weaving :D.

You hum thoughtfully at Gurashi, your salmon frills vibrating with song.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you ask, "Like the ones in salad, yes?"

Gurashi nods their head emphatically.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Mm."

Gently, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "She was so goodly and kind. Every time I started getting really scared or upset about things I would feel her get stronger, like someone holding my hand."

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Then I was O-K."

Fidgeting, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Anyway. When I told the Shadow Court about my intent, they said they wouldn't allow it, and that they should probably exorcise her ... because she couldn't know Wyrden secrets."

Their eyes suddenly glossy, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Soooo ... she left ... because she had something important to do, still ..."

You have emoted: Cheliyi nods slowly, looking more relaxed. "I see."

A cat of black ink plants her paws on Bizirik, the leothin before climbing up the leothin's side. It is very messy, but only for a moment.
Perking up, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "She did find somewhere safe, eventually ..."

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "And she did eventually find her freedom, though she hangs around still, like I said."
Smiling sadly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I still feel her."
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "She is still here, warm and gentle and reminding me stuff's O-K when it isn't."
Gurashi hums softly to themself.

You crease your brow in a frown.
Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you ask, "Why doesn't she go home?"

Great waves crash over one another as they pour in from the in, finally swirling together before solidifying into Tridemon.
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, "Right here."

Thoughtfully, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "...It is hard to know if she is just an impression, still, or if there is still--."
Gurashi's hands fly to their mouth as they give a short gasp of elation.

Tridemon nods his head sagely.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Ah!"

Gurashi bounces up and down.
Gurashi bounces up and down.
Gurashi bounces up and down.

Bizirik, the leothin sniffs a cat of black ink, trying to decipher just what that smell emanating from her is.

Tridemon leans in and gives Gurashi a gentle kiss on the cheek.

You blink.
You beam broadly at Tridemon.

A cat of black ink stares at Tridemon with narrowed eyes as she perches precariously on Bizirik's head.

Gurashi bounds over to Tridemon, gleefully hopping up and down in their spot as they grab the lucidian's hands within their own. "I am talking about Miss Sebitti! The best ghost!"
Gurashi bounces up and down.
Gurashi bounces up and down.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "I see."
Tridemon peers about himself unscrupulously.

Bizirik, the leothin looks somewhat perturbed, its tufted ears flat, blank eyes wide and emotionless. It sits slightly hunched, head flat.

Gurashi reaches out, pulling Tridemon into a tight embrace.

Afollia tells you, "Before it skips my mind, beautiful wyrdenwood, allow me to share a gentle reminder that I do still await the answer to the question we left each other when you have a chance."

Tridemon takes an opulent, leather-bound brown sketchpad from bright white robes of platinum waves.

You think to yourself: Mister Dad, please go kill Rekath. He was talking about Bats and Wasps to Dad, and I didn't have time to threaten him.

Tridemon takes a sketch of a veil-clad ghost from an opulent, leather-bound brown sketchpad.

Alaula arrives from the down.

Turning around to finish their story, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Anyway! She is a good ghost!"

Tridemon blinks.

Raising her hand in greeting, Alaula says "Hi!"

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Gurashi beams broadly.

A cat of black ink purrs gently, as if sensing the leothin's distress. She kneads into the top of its head, tail swishing.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says to Alaula, "Hello, niece."

Alaula gives a vibrant sunflower to Gurashi, the Heart's Friend.

Tridemon proudly shows off a sketch of a veil-clad ghost:
Clad from head to toe in cascading veils of translucent, bleached silk, this figure has a curving, lithe form that exposes in flashes of ivory ectoplasm and semisolid flesh; the only colour to be foudn two amber eyes gazing out from its face. Worked with slender traceries of embroidery, the subtle shades of eggshell, alabaster, and similar whites trace her visage in delicate embroidery - the garb enveloping her like a robe, or a gown of curves and cunningly-knotted silks. Floating only a few centimetres from the ground at any given moment, the occasional scent of poppies and figs rises from the air surrounding her, imbuing into whatever it is she deigns to pass over.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to Alaula, "Hi hi!"

Alaula raises her hand in greeting to Esei and says "Hi!"
Alaula flashes Esei a joyous smile.

Afollia tells you, "There is no rush, but it would be a shame if the response was lost to the shadows."

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Oh! She is very lovely."

Tridemon puts an opulent, leather-bound brown sketchpad into bright white robes of platinum waves.
Aquamantic symbols suddenly project themselves upon the very air in dark blue light, fading after a brief moment.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Isn't she beautiful!"

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.
As nightfall steals the last vestiges of daylight, a slender leothin's muted coat begins to shine with a violaceous radiance, and a double pair of wings materializes, grandly extended as if they've been there all along.

With great elegance, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend lays out a spread of exotic cuisine and delicacies before you. Along with everyone else, you indulge yourself in this epicurian feast, eating and drinking until utterly satiated. The fine meal not only lifts your spirits, but enhances your body as well.

You tell Spinner Afollia Ebonrose, the Wyrden Haruspex, "Of course Miss Afollia! I am very busy right now, but I should be free soon nonetheless!"

Alaula Stormcrow asks, "How is everyone?"
Alaula Stormcrow says, "Ooh."
Alaula Stormcrow says, "Thank you."

Happily swaying, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Am O-K!"
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Alaula, "How are you?"

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

Afollia tells you, "Oh no take your time dear, I am afraid I am slipping to sleep myself soon. I simply wished to check on you an ensure you still had interest in our conversations."

Alaula Stormcrow says to Gurashi, "I am most wonderful, thank you."

You tell Spinner Afollia Ebonrose, the Wyrden Haruspex, "I would not forget your words, Miss Afollia. Rest well!"

Gurashi continues to sway, holding loosely onto Tridemon's arm, making the lucidian vaguely sway with them. "Did you have any questions? About what it's like to have a ghost? I've technically had two if you include Tiso, but I do not know if I count as my own ghost."

Gurashi briefly makes eye contact with you before quickly looking away in a huff, puffing their cheeks.

(Glomdoring): Afollia (from the Realm of the Lady of the Thorns) says, "May the Mistress of the thorns watch over you Glomdoring, take care and sleep well when you do."

Bizirik, the leothin stares implacably at a cat of black ink.

A slow dissonant drum rhythm pulses through the air, preceding the arrival of Caohite from the up.

Caohite gives you a peck on the cheek.

With the exotically lilted accent, Wyrden Idolater Caohite Inseira, Umbrated Ivory says, "What are you all gathered for?"

Alaula flashes Caohite a joyous smile.
Caohite flashes Alaula a joyous smile.

You beam broadly at Caohite.

You hug Caohite compassionately.

Alaula Stormcrow says, "That's what I'd like to know too."

With great elegance, Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk lays out a spread of exotic cuisine and delicacies before you. Along with everyone else, you indulge yourself in this epicurian feast, eating and drinking until utterly satiated. The fine meal not only lifts your spirits, but enhances your body as well.

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

Gridare inclines his head politely to those around him.

Esei shrugs helplessly.

You hum softly, your frills vibrating with song.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Well, it all started when Mixter Esei asked if I was busy."

A cat of black ink makes a plaintive meow, looking pitiable.

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

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "And then I came here, and then Mixter Esei and Miss Cheliyi showed up."

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "No, I think it starts before that."
Esei smirks at Gurashi.

Rambling on, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "So then - oh - did it? Does it?"
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks Esei, "When did it start?"
Gurashi boggles at Esei.

(Sugary Sweet): Caohite says, "Whats going on."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Nothing :O <3."
(Sugary Sweet): Caohite says, "I'm so confused."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "We're just talking <3."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "A good ol gathering."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "As sometimes happens!"
(Sugary Sweet): You say, "Vira visited. we all collectively panicked."

Esei's hand passes through one of the flames that cling to them, staring at Gurashi with a deadpan expression.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "What - oh."
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "OH."
Gurashi gives a horrified gasp.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "The LADY of ROSES was in the AETHERPLEX."
Gurashi throws back their head as they laugh.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "I could not believe my eyeballs!"

With the exotically lilted accent, Wyrden Idolater Caohite Inseira, Umbrated Ivory says, "That sounds a bit terrifying."

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You have emoted: Cheliyi glances at Esei, frowning, before look down at herself. Her breath catches in her throat.

You think to yourself: **red red red red red redredredredredred**.

Gurashi's short tail wags and wags. "Yeah! It was! But it was fine! She was good!"
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Pretty as always! Everywhere as always."
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Omnipresent and all that!"

Gurashi claps their hands together merrily.

Esei appears to briefly have an out of body experience, staring into the middle distance.

With the exotically lilted accent, Wyrden Idolater Caohite Inseira, Umbrated Ivory says, "Ahh. Well! We are off to find some ducks."

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims, "Ducks! Good lucks!"

Tridemon abruptly looks at you with a concerned expression.

Alaula flashes Gridare a joyous smile.

Esei reaches out and touches you.
Esei tells you, "Are you alright?"

Alaula waves goodbye at Caohite.

You have emoted: Cheliyi scrubs at her forearms frantically, oddly silent.

Gently, Caohite leans down to touch her forehead briefly to Gurashi's, her hand giving their shoulder a light squeeze.

Gurashi reaches out, pulling Caohite into a tight embrace.
Gurashi nods their head emphatically.
Caohite leaves to the up, taking with her the thrumming rhythm of the Dark Heart.

Gurashi beams broadly.
You think to yourself: **nonononononono**.

Tridemon hugs you compassionately.
Esei reaches out and touches you.

Gurashi gives a horrified gasp.
Gurashi waves after Caohite before turning to continue their story. "I ... eh?"

You tell Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk, "**red red red red red redredredredredred**."

Gurashi stares between Tridemon and you, eyes widening. "Eh? Ehh??"

Esei raises their hands and clouds form and darken overhead, releasing a heavy rain that drenches the area.

A cat of black ink hisses, disgruntled at the sudden downpour.

You have emoted: Cheliyi jerks, eyes wide as she thrashes in Tridemon's grasp. She isn't breathing.

Bizirik, the leothin looks at a cat of black ink, then shakes its entire body out, its wings suddenly fanning out to create a sort of ethereal umbrella, shielding the road beneath it from the downpour.


Quietly, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks, "... Miss Cheliyi...?"
Gurashi reaches out and touches you.

Tridemon moves in front of you, hands on your shoulders. "Breathe for me, little one." He says in a very firm tone of voice.

You have emoted: Cheliyi freezes as the rain runs over her skin, suddenly gasping for air.

You think to yourself: **it burns it burns it burns it burns you -can't see-**.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to you, "It is not burning you."

Alaula flashes Esei a joyous smile.
"Thanks!" Alaula says to Esei.

You have emoted: Cheliyi looks down at her hands, still trembling. She flexes them, and suddenly pulls a leaf-green woollen blanket tighter around herself.

You think to yourself: **not red, not red, not red,**.

You have emoted: Cheliyi takes a deep breath, shaking like leaf in the wind.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to you, "It is a blessing from the Lady of Thorns. It is not a threat to you."

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 glances askance.

Gurashi jolts suddenly, swaying.

Tridemon pulls you in for a tight hug.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Ah! Sorry! Sorry..."
Gurashi frets over everything that might go wrong.
Gurashi stares at Tridemon, eyes wide.

You have emoted: Cheliyi nods very slowly, trying to steady her breathing.

Gurashi's eyes widen as they stare at you.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to you, "Okay? It won't hurt you. I promise."

You have emoted: Cheliyi goes still, before tears start spilling from her face. Very quietly, she says "I am sorry for being silly. Again."

Gurashi touches their temple, waits... then shuffles over to you, fretfully shifting from one foot to the other as they look over the lucidian and the mugwump.
Gurashi frets over everything that might go wrong.

Bizirik, the leothin sniffs a cat of black ink, trying to decipher just what that smell emanating from her is.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says, "You're not being silly."

Urgently, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend asks you, "Cheliyi ...?"

Gurashi bounces up and down.

Tridemon moves enough to open his arms and bring Gurashi in to hug, too.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "What's going -- oomph."

(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "CRY."
(Sugary Sweet): Gurashi says, "Lol."

Gurashi leans against Tridemon, eyes half-closing.
Gurashi reaches out and gently grabs you, pulling you into a tight embrace.

You have emoted: Cheliyi buries herself in the embrace, still trembling.

Esei stares blankly into space.
Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "Climb up, Tsillah."
A cat of black ink jumps up onto Esei's shoulder.

Esei gently hands a cat of black ink over to you.
Esei gives a cat of black ink to you.

Urgently, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to you, "I have no idea why you are crying, but I love you! It is O-K! You are not silly! Do not cry - but it is O-K if you are crying!"
Gurashi sways anxiously in their spot.
Gurashi anxiously hop from one foot to the other, eyes wide.

You think to yourself: **they are here they are here I am not alone I am not alone I can see I can feel it doesn't burn**.

You have emoted: Cheliyi gives a shaky, teary smile to Esei.
You pat a cat of black ink in a friendly manner.

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to Gurashi, "Fire bad."

Esei gives you a friendly squeeze.
Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says to you, "It is okay."

Very, very quietly, you say, "I do not like fire."

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For the summary of people who skipped, Cheliyi had a panic attack because she thought that the divine truefavor was actual fire. It triggered memories of Pre-Portal events, none of which are happy. To put it bluntly, she was burned at a very young age by a whole lot of fire. Now, onto the comfort!
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Gurashi blinks slowly, then swivels around to you, hugging you tighter. "Oh. I get it. But," They look down, "Check it out! It is just for show!"

You have emoted: Cheliyi sniffles and rubs at her dull eyes, before looking at Gurashi. She nods slowly, though she looks wary. "I.. yes. Okay."

Ocean waves echoing softly behind his voice, Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters says to you, "Maybe you'd like to move to a location with more water? I was lounging at the Celest library recently."

A sense of warm serenity settles upon the surroundings as Zitto strides in from the in.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "... that sounds goodly, yes. I think I want to sleep, now."

Gurashi says nothing else, staring at the mugwump with a broad, encouraging grin. "Yeah, come relax! There's a great place near the - oh!" They look at Tridemon, mouth forming a perfect 'o' of surprise.

Gurashi's hands fly to their mouth as they give a short gasp of elation.
Gurashi bounces up and down.
Gurashi beams broadly at Zitto.

Zitto Myeras says to Gurashi, "Hello, friend!"

Esei blinks.
Esei stares blankly at Zitto.

Gurashi reaches out, pulling Zitto into a tight embrace.

Alaula gives a black, copper-veined catalogue to Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk.

You have emoted: Cheliyi glances at Zitto, smiling weakly before pulling a leaf-green woollen blanket around herself tighter.

Zitto Myeras says to Esei, "Hello spooky friend!"

Gurashi pulls away from Tridemon and you just long enough to embrace Zitto, then pulls back to the original two, swaying. "Oh my! A happening place!"
Gurashi bounces up and down.

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

Alaula Stormcrow says, "Ooh, I have a little more work to do before the weave change."
Alaula Stormcrow says, "Bye."

Gurashi looks at Alaula, face lighting up as they smile brightly at her.

With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend exclaims to Alaula, "Be well! Take care!"

You wave goodbye at Alaula.
Zitto Myeras says, "I'm afraid I can't stick around, but it is good to see you all."

Gurashi's short tail wags excitedly. "It's good to see you too!" They swivel around to Zitto, swaying.

Alaula leaves to the down.

Zitto hugs Gurashi compassionately.

You begin to follow Tridemon.

Gurashi beams broadly at Zitto.

Zitto Myeras says to Gurashi, "Stay goodly!"
Zitto Myeras says, "And all of you be well."

Beaming, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "I will!"
Gurashi waves goodbye at Zitto.

Tridemon points boldly towards the horizon and declares in a proud tone, "Onward!"
Tridemon gives the world a thumbs up.

Like a gentle ripple in a crystalline pool, you say, "Thank you for helping, Mixter Esei. I am sorry you all had to see that."

You pet a cat of black ink ingratiatingly.

Zitto takes the Quintessential Mandala of Resplendent Harmony in both hands and bows his head. Swirling ribbons of colour race outwards from the mandala, wrapping about Zitto as he begins to break down into an infinite number of small, fractal shapes before flaring outwards in a fractal swirl, dissipating into the air.


You give a cat of black ink to Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk.

Gurashi turns back to Tridemon, taking the lucidian's hand again and swaying excitedly.
Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.

Wyrden Auspice Esei Shee-Slaugh of the Ascending Dusk says, "It is quite alright."

Tridemon nods his head sagely at Esei.

You follow Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters to upon the Starlit Eternity.

You follow Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters down to the Pool of Stars.

You follow Tridemon Regalis, Keeper of Pure Waters northwest to a quiet grotto beside the water.

A quiet grotto beside the water.
Shimmering mist hangs in the air, drifting away from a healing shrine of Carakhan nearby. This location is flooded with shallow, crystal clear water. Completely motionless, a slender leothin intently surveys its surroundings. A vicious, ghostly white crow flies here with midnight wings spread. Gurashi, the Heart's Friend is here. They wield a vibrant mandolin of songbirds and stars in their right hand. 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.

You have emoted: Cheliyi sits down next to the water, staring blankly at its surface.

Tridemon reaches over and ruffles your hair with a fond expression.

Swaying, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Ah..."

You have emoted: Cheliyi gently sets Murkrow down from her shoulder and beside her, the crow oddly silent this whole time. He just clicks his beak and settles down, as Cheliyi curls up beside him.

Looking at the spot Cheliyi's chosen, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says, "Ah! Perfect."
Gurashi looks suddenly to you, face lighting up as they smile brightly.
Turning away from Tridemon, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "This is my favorite spot, so if you ever can't find me check here!"

You have emoted: Cheliyi snuggles into a leaf-green woolen blanket and closes her eyes. Soon, her breathing evens out.
You tell Gurashi, the Heart's Friend, "**dull green** Okay dad..."

Gurashi crouches down beside you, smiling and tucking in the mugwump at every corner. "There."
Gurashi pats you in a friendly manner.
With a gentle, euphonic lilt, Gurashi, the Heart's Friend says to you, "We love you! Have a goodly rest. You are safe."