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abraxaslogs2023-10-07 12:56 pm
carmesi) wrote in abraxaslogs2023-10-07 12:56 pm
Entry tags:
- !player event,
- aloy; the hermit,
- arthur hastings; the hanged man,
- dan heng; the high priestess,
- erik lehnsherr; the hermit,
- esme frost; the hanged man,
- haelva lueltar; the magician,
- henry creel; the hierophant,
- himeka sui; the fool,
- julia wicker; the tower,
- nanaue; the fool,
- nero (dmc); the chariot,
- rocket; the chariot,
- wanda maximoff; the hanged man,
- wrench; the hanged man
• OPEN •
WHO: anyone and everyone in solvunn
WHAT: mingle for the summoned, particularly the new people
WHEN: a day or two after the new summoned arrive
WHERE: in aloy's homestead—crossing some wilderness but close to the primary settlement
WARNING: TBA
WHAT: mingle for the summoned, particularly the new people
WHEN: a day or two after the new summoned arrive
WHERE: in aloy's homestead—crossing some wilderness but close to the primary settlement
WARNING: TBA
A. THE JOURNEY THERE
The invitation to Aloy’s homestead is made shortly after the newly Summoned find their bearings within the Primary Settlement. Aloy begrudgingly agrees to it, but seeing as how their group has grown within Solvunn—it probably is for the best to be a little more open to the presence of others. Much like with the treehouse by the lakes, it’s good to know of another place further away from the settlements where the Summoned might feel comfortable enough to traverse into.
That is not to say that the homestead is very friendly to strangers, though. Aloy has set up tripwires, disguised pitfalls, snare traps, and other devices in the surrounding area, creating thus a challenging attempt for anyone who wants to travel there by themselves. Additionally, a way to avoid most of that (read: not all; consider it a bonus for getting close to the homestead) is to go through the arboreal parkour course that has been set up. A network of catwalks, platforms, and balancing ropes to traverse the woods. Reaching Aloy’s truly is a test of guts and skill.
(Alternatively, travel with Wanda or Himeka—the path clears up for them. For the ballsy, follow Nero and Rocket; surely they aren’t scheming anything…)
And, past all of that, the woods will open up to a tall, spiky fence, about eight feet tall, and the gate will lead towards the homestead proper.
B. HOME SWEET HOMESTEAD
C. THE STORM THAT IS APPROACHING
D. CLEARING UP
The seasons are turning, and while Solvunn doesn’t suffer from incredibly cold winters, there is definitely a chill in the air. Storm clouds in the distance by the coast rupture with booming thunder, bringing down the temperature quite significantly. It makes the bonfire burning outside a welcome source of warmth. Despite the threat of rain, there’s a strong chance the skies will clear up, as the wind picks up.
Within, Aloy’s homestead boasts the woman’s survival and technical skills. Making the most of her resources, there are meats hanging to dry, chopped wood on the side of the house, and animal skins splayed out that will most likely need to be stored at some point. The inside of the homestead is a simple affair, but for someone who isn’t in the business of receiving guests, it’s decent enough.
For today, the space—inside and outside—has a few extra wooden chairs and tables, picnic style, and they’re decorated with an assortment of food: recently harvested apples from the orchard, berries, roasted mushrooms and acorns, and more complex dishes thanks to Himeka’s arduous work in the kitchen the day before. At one point, a giant stew will cook over the bonfire, with meats and veggies, with bowls to the side for anyone to take their fill. Additionally, there will be grilled fish, flat breads, baked cabbage with lentils and, for those with a sweet tooth, apple pie. Wanda will also be sharing sarmale, a pot of goulash, spinach and cheese pastry—gibanica, and a table of assortments to build their own burgers. Additionally, there will also be apple cake and mandelbrot cookies. All in all? No one’s going hungry at the homestead.
But, worry not, all that food needs to go down with something. Barrels of mead and ale will be available for all to drink. For those who don’t want anything alcoholic, there is apple (and other fruit) juice available.
Make merry and mingle, new faces and old faces alike.
And, of course, please take one of the pamphlets.
C. THE STORM THAT IS APPROACHING
Lightning strikes, and almost immediately the boom of thunder brings an eerie quiet to the homestead and the forest past its fences. There’s the awkward laugh the tries to break the silence, shaking the jitters away. Some are quicker than others in mobilizing, perhaps feeling the pinprick of raindrops that others don’t, and start moving what they can salvage from the food and miscellaneous items into the cabin. Some may choose to spare themselves of the rain, pushing the way inside or hiding under the roof’s awning at either side of the cabin; others may be entirely unbothered by the rain, as heavy drops fall fast from the darkened skies.
More thunder rumbles in the distance, roiling ever closer from the mountains in Thorne’s southern border.
A few Summoned might notice it first, that it isn’t really the rumbling of thunder that shakes the muddled earth. The grunts of approaching beasts are mixed with the sound of hooves drumming up in rhythm of an uninvited approach. Birds fly away in flocks as the mammoth boars make their way through the forest, inadvertently towards the homestead.
They are due their mating season, and traveling to the wintry mountains of Thorne has been delayed by the appearance of the beasts in the rifts, the journey now a toll on the boars as the continuous lighting and thunder confuses, frightens, and angers them.
They ram into the fence at different points, and chaos would soon ensue, but thankfully all the Summoned have their powers back.
Right?
D. CLEARING UP
After a few boars were felled, the rest scrambled and escaped, continued their path northward. Killing some of them was inevitable, but nothing ought to be left to waste. The skies clear, the waning moon appears over a colorful sunset, and the rain stops. The fire is built again in earnest, and meat is, quite literally, back on the menu at the grilling station, as per Nero’s helpful suggestion. Some fences need a little mending, and a general amount of cleaning up within the homestead needs to be done, too.
As sunset gives way to nighttime, the sky—once marred in dark tones of gray—gives way to a beautiful night sky, with stars and constellations to be delighted by many. Wanda will be offering to dry the wet clothes of those still sticking around, and Himeka hands over warm cocoa or warm cider, something for everyone.
Now that things have quieted down, and with folk sitting around the fire or standing just by the edges of it, Rocket and Wanda inform everyone of the letter from the Nether that they received—something, perhaps, so they can get a general idea of what everyone thinks; about getting involved, about helping, about Solvunn’s interests in all this. It’s not meant to start an argument, debate, or a long conversation, but it’s something to have everyone think about — to know that they might be sent off somewhere else, soon, for a while, and brace for the trip.
Those who have been in Solvunn for a lot longer will be around, to ask questions or start a conversation about what has happened, what is currently happening, and theories for their futures, here.
Aloy didn’t mention anyone can stay to sleep, though, so best feel ready to head back at some point.
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[ The sarcasm is clear, but he's not even slightly upset by it. She's not mean or cruel about it, and honestly, it is probably silly to imagine. Erik decides that it's probably for the best that she not know about Magneto for now, or about all the outfits that he wore over the years. ]
Honestly, I can't say that I mind the lack of currency. A commune in the truest sense of the word. It might serve me well.
[ He's never had many possessions, nor has he ever been terribly attached to them. The only thing he truly cared about was a necklace, and he doesn't have it with him now, so it hardly matters.
The question draws a soft, admittedly fond smile from Erik, and he nods. ]
She is. [ Amazing, extraordinary no doubt. ] She has a unique capacity to make people feel welcome.
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It's not so much that I mind here, but Nocwich does require money, and I'd like to buy some things there.
[ Julia knows she's lucky that she's had funds to tap into her whole life, she wouldn't dispute that, and she's been fine bartering here, but she likes some of the scarves the werewolves have. Yes, they give them warmer clothes here, but she thinks they look particularly soft. They don't work on the barter system so she shows up there penniless. She couldn't stay overnight, she couldn't use the spa. It's probably a silly thing to get hung up on. ]
Yes, she did make me feel welcome right away. I'll say that the group here seems pretty great. Even the two who tried to kill us with an obstacle course.
[ That's said dryly, because she didn't end up dying obviously, but it certainly wasn't an easy time. ]
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[ Just because he doesn't particularly care about owning things doesn't mean he doesn't understand the appeal. It could be that he would find something at some point he would be interested in having. But he does have a neat ability that allows him to transform any piece of metal into coins, so. (Don't tell anyone.) ]
You really are bitter about that, [ He says with a soft chuckle, looking at her over his drink. ] It's a peaceful, welcoming group. I don't know how it is in the other factions, but I can't complain about this one.
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[ Soon enough he'll see that himself, with Julia enjoying the fuzzy sweaters and coats time, with gloves and scarves, depending on how cold it gets around here. She wonders if she will even feel the cold the same way anymore. She isn't cold right now but that could be because she's not wet. That would seem like such a small but real shame to her. ]
I came here with a girl who was messed up by the obstacles on the way in, I guess I just worry about people who aren't ready for it. The course was voluntary, I know, but it could be scary to others, so much all at once.
[ It's not her she's concerned about. She literally has a bubble of protection around her at all times. They can try to hit her with just about anything. She met someone who had never heard of a supernatural thing in their lives, they were overwhelmed by the information here. Julia feels for them; it's only been a few years of her understanding magic. She has a bleeding heart. ]
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[ So it's probably not a bad idea at all to prepare for it in advance. Erik hadn't even thought of it, honestly. But then, he doesn't often feel cold. Even now, he's more uncomfortable than anything. ]
Messed up— as in, injured?
[ It seems a little excessive, at least when they've supposedly been invited here. On the other hand, if there's no other way to get here, he supposes it would be up to each person to decide whether they would be up for the challenge. ]
Even among the Summoned, it seems people here rely on magic and superhuman abilities a lot. I haven't met many baseline humans, so far.
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[ It's just the kind of season where you wear your fuzzy sweaters and drink tea inside and look at the snow. Maybe one of the things she has to learn here is to slow down and take time to exist without drama, but snow is a perfect way to do that. Apparently they're going to find out soon. ]
I don't think she got injured but her clothes were messed up and she had struggled getting here. I mean, props to her for being determined enough to come anyway.
[ The same as Julia being tossed around every which way during the obstacle course and getting up to do it again. But the point is that it seems like a weird way to welcome people to a community. She nods though when he brings up that people rely on abilities, so it could be an assumption that most of them would be able to take care of themselves. ]
I think Wrench is, I don't know if you've met him. He told me that magic and everything doesn't exist in his world, as far as he knows. It must be really intense to go from that to giant sharkmen.
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Everything was always loss, pain and suffering. And then— anger, revenge, violence. Even when he was Henryk, there was always fear there, lurking in the dark. ]
Well, I suppose she made the choice to go through it.
[ But he agrees, it seems like an odd way to welcome newcomers. Erik can't complain, but he's got some advantages. Even if Wanda hadn't helped, he could have just flown here on his own. ]
I haven't yet. But this place takes some adapting even for someone familiar with powered people, so I can only imagine.
[ He finishes his cider, then tips his head at her. ]
Thank you for this. I should get back to work now, if you don't mind.
and wrap!
Keep at it, I'm sure Aloy's very appreciative.
[ The woman is very intimidating too, so best to be on her good side, not that Erik probably has to worry about that. ]
Sorry you're about to be rained on again.
[ She'd just be a pest hovering but when she does walk away, so does her bubble. Alas! ]