Session 38

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This session was played on December 1, 2017. It lasted an even 10 hours.

## Synopsis

Waking up in Riverrun, Urrak shares an orc tradition with Seir as part of her asking for forgiveness. Seir and Gunnloda are unbearably cute while Urrak and Ryleigh talk about the fight. Everyone returns to Bellbury where they find Martyn hanging out in the cask, worried about some sort of banishment. Brimeia reappears and makes everything awkward, Ryleigh assures Cae that she'll kill her if necessary, but promises Eloise to do her best to bring her back. There's more gross cuteness as the group bonds over the campfire. Ryleigh brings an unexpected guest to join in the festivities and Urrak has an interesting night with Malica.

## Trivia

* At ten hours, this is the longest session to date.

## Transcript

*[*4:02 PM*]* DM*:* Day 11 Andan 15 Jaqmont 7 AM, Riverrun, Vyon

*[*4:04 PM*]* DM*:* It's morning. Brimeia nearly killed Urrak, only stopped by the intervention of Ryleigh and Ravaphine. Novaphine and Devil's Food went on a churro double date and Ryleigh swept in to steal yo girl... and then everyone went to bed. The full moon is tomorrow night. You have what research you could do complete.

*[*4:08 PM*]* DM*:* The tavern is pretty empty. There's oatmeal and bacon for those who want it, served for a copper a plate. It's still fairly early for most folks, but it'll likely get busier later.

*[*4:09 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh is sitting at the bar, drinking water and slowly eating - her mind is elsewhere.

*[*4:13 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak walks slowly down the stairs. Her eyes are downcast. As she nears the bar, the extent of the damage caused by Brimeia's fists becomes more apparent. Her right eye is swollen, and violently purple. Its upper eyelid hangs at half-mast. Her lip is split where a fist mashed the skin against her left tusk. Near the bridge of her nose and cheek there are scuffs and bruises. She sits near enough to be within ear shot of Ryleigh but not close enough to be considered friendly. A closer inspection also reveals her large wooden earrings are missing. She nods to Ryleigh, but remains silent.(edited)

*[*4:17 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh raises an eyebrow at Urrak. She gets up, makes a plate of food and sets it down in front of Urrak, "eat, we're traveling today and you'll need your strength..."

*[*4:19 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir walks in, a relaxed smile on her face, her hair very loosely tied behind her. She sits next to Ryleigh, "Good morning." she says, it's soft, warm, and *content* and kind of weird, she gives a slight nod to Urrak.

*[*4:20 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Thank ye" she looks at Ryleigh with a small smile, nodding back to Seirixiori when she sees her. Before she begins eating she takes a breath and stands near the tiefling. "Seir..." She pauses, as if asking for permission to continue.

*[*4:21 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh hovers near the two, for moral support.

*[*4:22 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir looks at Urrak, slightly worried, but at the state she's in, "Are you ok?" she asks quietly.

*[*4:24 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Yer askin me if...a-aye Seir, I'm ok." She cracks a bit of a grin, taken aback by her concern. "Seir I...could I?" She reaches a hand out, as if to take yours in it. Her other hand is closed at her side

*[*4:25 PM*]* Seirixori*:* She nods after a few silent moments.

*[*4:25 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda comes down the stairs, pausing at the bottom when she sees what's happening.

*[*4:34 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak takes her hand, making a point to do so with as light a grip as she can manage. She places her other hand on top of the woman's. "In D'Akshi, in order t' be considered a full member of th' tribe, a truly productive an' useful member of th' collective, an elder must give these unbidden." You feel a soft thunk and hear a faint clinking noise. The objects are light but solid in your palm. She closes your fingers around them. "These were made by one o' th' most respected matriarchs of th' stronghold, a very old orc named Te'Chak. It was an honor a lot of purebloods in the hold took issue with, but it meant a great deal t' me. She squeezes Seir's hand lightly. "Ye give these back t' me when you feel I've earned them once more." She drops her hand, and looks into her eyes. "I've done nothin' but dishonor these, especially yesterday. I've not been a true member of our lil tribe." She gives a sad smile and looks to the floor, embarrassment plain on her face as she waits for her response.(edited)

*[*4:41 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir stares at the earrings in her hand and then looks at Urrak, unsure. She glances at Ryleigh and spots Gunnloda, she smiles at her then looks back at Urrak and nods. "I... okay." she finally says, unsure if she even knows how to make that kind of decision, and puts them in one of her pockets.

*[*4:42 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Thank ye, Seir. I know it seems odd." She nods and returns to her seat at the bar. After a moment she starts on the plate of food Ryleigh brought to her.

*[*4:45 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda gets two plates and takes the seat on the other side of Seir from Ryleigh. She sets one in front of Seir and puts her hand over Seir's for a moment before eating her own.(edited)

*[*4:50 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir leans over to kiss her cheek in thanks and her tail moves to settle around Gunnloda's waist, and Seir starts eating a little slowly, but faster than her usual.(edited)

*[*4:54 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak can't help but smile at the two after catching the kiss out of the corner of her eye. She finishes the oatmeal and starts to work on the bacon, her jaw still a bit sore from the day before.

*[*4:59 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh gets up and whispers to Seir, "you'll just know when the right time is to give them back." Her voice resumes its normal volume, "I'll like this look on you." Ryleigh gives Seirixori a mischievous smile.

*[*5:07 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir can feel the blush on her cheeks, "It certainly feels nice."

*[*5:11 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh walks over to Urrak and places a hand on her forearm, "that was a nice gesture."

*[*5:13 PM*]* Urrak*:* "It's more than a gesture, Ry. I deserve t' lose 'em. I've brought too much pain t' the group. It's...a step t' doin' better." she turns her head to look at her "I jus' hope...Well it's up t' Seir now." she adds quietly.

*[*5:16 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "I beleive you'll work to earn them back." She gives Urrak's arm a comforting squeeze, "but I'm pretty sure she's going to make you work for it" Ryleigh smiles at Urrak before taking the seat next to her.

*[*5:16 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir leans over to Gunnloda, "Want to help me with my hair when we're done? I was a little eager to get some food instead of waiting," she grins.

*[*5:16 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda: "Of course, love. I'd be happy to."

*[*5:19 PM*]* Urrak*:* "I'll...be right back." Urrak gets up as she finishes her plate. She places a copper on the bar and walks upstairs.

*[*5:24 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh raises a questioning eyebrow at Urrak's abrupt departure. She waits a few minutes then decides to follow.

*[*5:26 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "I get now why everyone made comments about whenever I went off on my own in the middle of something." Seir jokes as she watches them leave.

*[*5:27 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda chuckles and takes Seir's hand in hers as she finishes her bacon. "Maybe we just missed you."

*[*5:29 PM*]* DM*:* She finishes her last bite and hops down from the stool. "Come on over to a shorter chair and I"ll get that hair of yours taken care of."

*[*5:35 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir blushes again and moves to a shorter seat.

*[*5:39 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda starts running her fingers through Seir's hair and braiding it with practiced fingers. "I'm surprised you can keep these so well-maintained sleeping in the dirt. I was sure I'd have half a tree in my hair after we slept in the grove."

*[*5:52 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir laughs, the same as she did the night before, "I had a lot of time to work on it. And a little help from a goddess." She winks.

*[*5:55 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda smiles and moves to the other side. "Hopefully a little help from a dwarf is a satisfactory replacement."

*[*5:56 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Only from one specific dwarf."

*[*6:17 PM*]* DM*:* She finishes the other braid and carefully dips her head through the space where the horn is missing to kiss Seir on the cheek. "All done."

*[*6:28 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Thank you," it's followed with a phrase that isn't in common.

## Urryleigh

*[*5:30 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak is standing near her bed, her back to the door. In her hand is the small piece of parchment on which she had written all she'd gathered about vampires. In her other hand is her swordbelt, the silver dagger taps the ground as it swings lightly back and forth.

*[*5:31 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh knocks on the door frame to announce her presence, "was it something I said?"

*[*5:35 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak looks over her shoulder "N-no, Ry. Not at all I...Fergot my belt is all...I wanted to look over these notes before we head back. I've...well I hope she's still there...I've a few questions t' ask Malica. Her an Ancy, they were studyin' this before...everything went south." She folds the paper again, and places it in a small pouch attached to the belt. She swings it over her and secures it. "There's just..too much happenin' all at once." she shakes her head as she turns around, laughing grimly. "Far too much."

*[*5:38 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "Life doesn't wait for it to be convenient for you, that's certain." Ryleigh walks further into the room, stopping in front of Urrak, looking up at her, "how are you feeling?"

*[*5:41 PM*]* Urrak*:* "About as well as can be expected...Magic helps but nearly dyin' certainly hurts." she rubs her jaw, reaching up to gently trace the edge of her back eye with her forefinger soon after. "I'm gonna give 'er a real fright lookin' like this." She chuckles, but winces when the smile reaches her eyes. "Ach--Bri's got some heavy hands on 'er."

*[*5:47 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh's expression darkens, "She may hit hard, but Brimeia lost control. The fight was already won, there wasn't any reason for her to continue to hit you." She reaches out a hand to touch Urrak's banged up face, "she was going to kill you..." her hand stops and she takes a step back.

*[*5:53 PM*]* Urrak*:* "It's fine, I...I'm sure things jus' got a bit *heated*. Can't say I'd do th' same but I know the feelin'. An' it's alright Ry it...my face doesn't hurt that badly." she takes a step forward and catches Ryleigh by the wrist. She brings her hand to her face. "It's alright...see? Right as rain." she hides a small pang of pain with a quick breath when the paladin's gloved hand scrapes a bit at a tear in her cheek. She cracks a crooked smile.(edited)

*[*5:58 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "Stubborn." Ryleigh replies as she watches Urrak cringe in pain at her touch. "Urrak, I know what it's like to lose control - to truly be consumed...by rage. I stood in between you two as she threw that final punch, I saw it in her face, there was *something* more than just anger there...I would know, because I understand anger."

*[*6:02 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak drops her hand. "Well I know she goes inta rages...Gives her a bit of a boost. She certainly hits a lot harder in that state." she furrows her brows in thought "Though I don't remember much after I went down a second time. Just that I woke up nearly chokin' on my own blood." she crosses her arms. "I wouldn't be surprised though if there was somethin' else t' all this...she was home fer quite some time."

*[*6:10 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh looks visibly frustrated but doesn't say anything more, "Maybe we should just go back downstairs. See if the others are ready to leave." She turns to leave the room.

*[*6:10 PM*]* Urrak*:* "H-hey! Hold on. D-did I fuck up again...?" she looks concerned at her sudden desire to leave(edited)

*[*6:21 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh stops, but doesn't turn around. "No, I just...." Her shoulders slump slightly, "you almost died, Urrak. And we almost couldn't stop it." She finally looks at you, "I couldn't stop her...if Ravaphine hadn't put Brimeia to sleep...I took you both to that damn fight club and I shouldn't have." Ryleigh shakes her head, "I don't want to be the one to tell your loved ones you died because I couldn't stop it."

*[*6:25 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Gruumsh, Ry, y' didn't make us fight each other. I...It woulda happened one way or another, with the two of us bein' the way we are. If anythin' bein' in an official settin' *saved* my life. What if we'd fought in some alley and all of ye weren't around? I'd be dead as a doornail. Ry, y'did everything y' could, an it ain't yer fault. I'll hear nothin' more about it." She puts a hand on her back. "C'mon...let's go interrupt th' Tieflin/Dwarf love fest goin' on at th' bar."

*[*6:29 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "Are you sure?" she laughs a little, its sounds off after the serious conversation that was just had, "it's great to see Seirixori so happy" Ryleigh smiles slightly and adds, "I'm sorry for blaming myself, I forget that not everything is my fault." She walks down the stairs and back to the bar.(edited)

*[*6:31 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak and Ryleigh return to the bar in tandem. Urrak seems less morose than before, but it still very conscious of her own presence.

*[*6:32 PM*]* DM*:* Seir and Gunnloda have since moved to the tables.

*[*6:34 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh sits down at the table where Seir and Gunnloda are, "I wonder how much longer Ravaphine and Nolanos will be."

*[*6:34 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak follows behind "Are they not upstairs?" she takes a seat and scoots the chair back aways so she can cross her leg.

*[*6:35 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "I assume they are?"

*[*6:36 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seirixori grins at Urrak, "You can always go look. Might find some birds and bees on your way."

*[*6:37 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh laughs but tries to cover it with a cough.

*[*6:38 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Har har, kid." She sticks her tongue out at her playfully, thankful for the ice breaker. "Nah it's still early I suppose...let the two of them have some time alone t'gether. We'll make it t' Bellbury soon enough. Full moons not--w-we'll have plenty o' time."

*[*6:39 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda: "Actually, it might be a good idea to get on the road before too long. Is there anything else that needs to be done here?"

*[*6:40 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "I don't think so, we can go ahead and head out."

*[*6:41 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda turns to Seir. "Did you leave anything upstairs, love? I'll go get our churro partners."

*[*6:42 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "I wouldn't mind if we could head out now, if only to maybe start our way to wherever it is Cae needs to go tonight, just in case we hit a few snags along the way." Seir tilts her head, a blush flaring as she coughs, a joke on the tip of her tongue, "No, *little shrub*."(edited)

*[*6:43 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak mouths the word "churro" with a slight look of confusion on her face, but lets it go. "Y'think....Bri'll be there when we get back?" she asks quietly to the group.(edited)

*[*6:44 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda gives Seir another quick kiss before heading upstairs.

*[*6:44 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "If she is there, we're going to be having a conversation about fair play." Ryleigh growls out.

*[*6:45 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak places a hand on her pauldron "Easy, crusher." she gives her a light shake. "It'll all...work out I hope." she looks to Seir a moment as she finishes her thought.

*[*6:45 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir's tail keeps contact with Gunnloda until she's out of reach, "I uh... I'm sorry that it went so far. I'm afraid I might have... asked her to hit you."

*[*6:46 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak flinches a bit at the revelation but stays calm. "It's fine Seir I...I deserved a punch or two."

*[*6:47 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh's face pulls into a *wtf* look at the nickname *crusher* but doesn't comment.

*[*6:50 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda eventually returns with Novaphine, and you all head out?

*[*6:54 PM*]* DM*:* You head back to Bellbury. The road is quiet. Not much traffic going in either direction, though you do notice after the fact that the orc bodies you left are gone. Whether they were claimed by their own or removed by someone else, you don't know. But you do eventually find your way back to Bellbury.
There's more carts sitting in the town square. The square itself feels a little busier than it had been with someone leaving the apartment building wearing a Spellguard uniform and one of the militia members you recognize from the first caravan walking out of the mansion to do a circuit of the town.

*[*6:54 PM*]* DM*:* It's about mid-afternoon by the time you get there.

*[*6:56 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh looks to the others, "are you lot going to the cask?"

*[*6:57 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* “There’s really not much else we can do” Rav says, sadly

*[*6:57 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Oh Ry y'know us so well." she elbows her gently "It'll be a nice reprieve 'fore we start this...insane, furry plan."(edited)

*[*6:59 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Plus I don't know about ye, but walkin' fer 8 hours can take it's toll on yer feet. These old boots ain't as sturdy as they used t' be." Urrak walks towards the Cask

*[*6:58 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "I was going to get us some tents, but I suppose that can wait until just before we head out again."

*[*7:05 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda: "I'll go with you if you want to do it now. Might be better in case Lin decides to go home before we leave."

*[*7:06 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda and Seir head to the store totally not planning to make out in an alleyway somewhere before they come back.

*[*7:10 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak catches the two leave out of the corner of her eye and chuckles to herself. "Those two are incorrigible" she mutters as she pushes open the door to the tavern.

*[*7:11 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* “I’m actually going to go inform Eloise we’re back and what we discovered. I’ll meet you guys inside once I’m done.”

*[*7:14 PM*]* DM*:* And Martyn's in the Cask, drinking at the bar.

*[*7:14 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak stops in her tracks as she sees a familiar face at the bar. She walks up cautiously, making sure it's him before "MARTYN!" she claps him on the back "Where've ye been boyo?"

*[*7:15 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* martyn coughs, unprepared for the blow, "Oh," he catches his breath. "I'd say around but that vastly understates it. What of you? Has anything interesting happened since I saw you last?"

*[*7:17 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Martyn...ye wouldn't believe what's happened." she takes a seat next to him and begins to rattle off their adventures, leaving out certain events that might be a bit too personal. "It's been...a wild week an' a half."

*[*7:17 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Indeed! It sounds exhausting."

*[*7:18 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Y'don't know th' half of it." she jumps the bar and pours them each a flagon. "What about you, Martyn? Just been travelin'?" she asks from behind the bar(edited)

*[*7:19 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Ravaphine pats Martyn on the back before joining the others. “Long time no see my friend”

*[*7:19 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Ravaphine! Glad you see you still mucking about. Urrak here says you've had a spot of adventure."

*[*7:20 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Rav, hey there ye are. Drink?" she motions to the large barrels behind her.

*[*7:22 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Well to answer the earlier question, yes, I've been travelling of a sort." he hesitates, and then takes a long swig of the brew Urrak offered. "Got news from home that is less than pleasant."

*[*7:23 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Sorry t' hear that, friend. Hopefully the drink helps a bit." she jokes as she hops back over the bar.(edited)

*[*7:23 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "It ought to! It makes it easier to think about how I'm going to get unbanished." he hefted the flagon and drank.

*[*7:24 PM*]* Urrak*:* "*Banished*? Well now I feel owed at least a bit o'backstory on that." she takes a large swig of ale

*[*7:25 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* Martyn hesitates, "I mean, I can't deny you a good story."

*[*7:25 PM*]* Urrak*:* "There he is!" She smiles and waits for him to continue

*[*7:27 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "My ancestors are warriors. Cunning fighters with bow and sword, of great use in a war. As time passed, open wars with clear sides grew fewer but we didnt exactly shelve the gear. We continued, mercenaries after a fashion. Any fight that seemed difficult enough to prove a challenge. And during that time of wandering and fighting, i was born."

*[*7:28 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav gets up and pours another round of ales for the table

*[*7:29 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* Martyn taps the bow on his back. "That's where this came from. it doesn't look like much but i picked it up when i was barely higher than this bar. Fought an orc commander who thought my father stiffed him a proper army in battle so he kidnapped me to exact some vengeance. it didnt go well for either of us."

*[*7:13 PM*]* DM*:* Brimeia appears in the town square, unbound.

*[*7:15 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia's a bit disappointed by the timing but heads on over to the Cask to see if everyone's returned.

*[*7:31 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Instead of bursting in with her usual loud and friendly greeting, Brimeia enters cautiously and quietly this time, though she tries her best to look "normal". "Hey."

*[*7:31 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* Martyn looks up, "Brimeia! Are you alright?"

*[*7:31 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak, about to console Martyn, stops mid sentence. Her face goes a bit pale

*[*7:34 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Ravaphine waves brimeia down to sit next to her

*[*7:34 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia pauses at the sudden question. "Uh..fine," she says after a moment, averting her gaze. Her eyes land instead on Urrak and her attempt at a neutral expression falls entirely. "You look... alive," she manages.

*[*7:35 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Aye...I'm...alive." a shiver runs down her spine as she remembers the thud of the Tiefling's fists.

*[*7:37 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "Good to see it-- you." She shifts awkwardly and rubs an arm. There's more she wants to say but not with everyone watching, especially Martyn who doesn't already know about it all yet.

*[*7:38 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* She takes the opportunity of Ravaphine's wave and heads over to her instead, sinking into the chair slowly. "Hey, Rav," she says quietly. No teasing this time.

*[*7:39 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* Martyn looks back and forth between Brimeia and Urrak, and says with a lifted mug, "So! mind control or betrayal?"

*[*7:39 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Pit fight. She...almost killed me." she takes another large swing of ale(edited)

*[*7:40 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Noticing the change in the demeanor, Rav looks at her questioningly. “Is everything okay back at home?”

*[*7:40 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Oh come now, a good old fashioned pit brawl has useful qualities for bonding. Did you enter the pits willingly?"

*[*7:41 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Aye we did. She jus...the bell rang and she kept swingin'."

*[*7:41 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Trying to lighten the situation, Rav excitedly says, “Yeah, complete brawl! So many punches and blood drawn. Urrak got her ass handed to her”

*[*7:41 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* a little more serious, Martyn says, "Well now. That's a helluva thing. Brimeia? Why?"

*[*7:42 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak grimaces "Very true." she walks him over to the other two "No need t'shout a'cross the place." she changes expressions quickly. They take a seat at the table with Rav and Bri(edited)

*[*7:45 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia winces as everyone discusses the fight as if it were just bartalk. She tenses up when both Urrak and Martyn join them. Glancing back to Ravaphine, she answers, "Things are fine there. It's not that I'm worried about."

*[*7:45 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Look i had a proper moment of open-heart gushing about my tragic past and I can't very well tell that story to any sort of tragic conclusion with the weight of unsaid things between you two," Martyn gestures between Bri and urrak. "Not so much for my sake as for all of us, what'll it take to sort it out."

*[*7:47 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Yeah, Bri, fer the sake of his story, tell him why." she looks less angry and more defeated. She knows her part in this tale doesn't show the best side of her(edited)

*[*7:49 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia glances awkwardly from Martyn to Urrak. Though she'd wanted to see that Urrak was alright, she'd really rather not talk it out with everyone watching. "Uh.. it can wait. By all means, Martyn continue. Didn't mean to interrupt."

*[*7:49 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* “You didn’t look like yourself at the end there”

*[*7:50 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Mate," Martyn said. "Given the weirdness that we square up to in the course of this particular adventure, glossing over the painful stuff, especially where lost control is concerned, isn't a personal risk. If you lost it once, it can be lost again. And next time it might not be someone quite so durable as urrak here. So. out with it."

*[*7:57 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia grows increasingly uncomfortable under all the scrutiny. "I'd rather not," she grumbles.

*[*7:58 PM*]* Urrak*:* "No worries, Bri. There's plenty o' time. Go ahead, Martyn. Yer th guest of honor 'ere." she elbows him playfully

*[*8:05 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* She gives Urrak an appreciative look and nod, a bit surprised honestly by the graciousness of the act.

*[*8:00 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav gently places her hand on top of Brimeia's. "Please let me know if there is anything I can do, even if it's just someone to talk to" she says quietly to Bri

"Thanks," she whispers, flashing Ravaphine a small smile.

*[*8:04 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Honor's actually a sticky subject," Martyn winces. "Father was a big admirer of the idea. And despite being a mercenary, he believed in comporting himself thusly." martyn sighs. "You know what, no, he was a prick, always a right proper awful prick, and there's no use in acting otherwies."(edited)

*[*8:06 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak claps a hand on Martyn's shoulder "I missed ye, drinkin' buddy." she smiles brightly(edited)

*[*8:06 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "I missed you," Martyn hefts a mug, "You're more'n a bit of all right."

*[*8:07 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia is relieved when the conversation and attention shift back to Martyn.

*[*8:07 PM*]* Urrak*:* "If only that were true, pal." she finishes her ale and gets up to refill it(edited)

*[*8:09 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I'm glad you're back though, Martyn. Sneaking is not our best subject"

*[*8:10 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Well we've yet to encounter an obstacle that precisely requires my line of expertise." he grins

*[*8:15 PM*]* Urrak*:* "There were plenty we missed ye on. This lot can't stay quiet if it'd save their life." she laughs as she walks back to the table, flagon in hand.

*[*8:20 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "What do you think is going to happen with Ryleigh at the mansion? Think we'll be leaving tonight?"

*[*8:22 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak sips on her ale, her expression changing from amusement to contemplation. She places the flagon down after a few moments. "I reckon Cae wants to get this done as soon as possible, makes things a bit less...*stressful* time wise. Speakin' of, please excuse me." Urrak walks upstairs, patting Martyn's shoulder as she passes.

*[*8:23 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav chuckles. "Gotta pay her lady a visit first before setting off on another long journey"

*[*8:31 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* Martyn perks up now, "Say what? You've a partner?"

*[*8:32 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Urrak's got her little lady friend upstairs. got her head all messed up, but it makes her happy I guess"

*[*8:32 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Bloody hell, it's been a busy time for you lot."

*[*8:36 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "It's starting to get a little stir crazy, but we're trekking on"

*[*8:44 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "How goes things with Poni?"

*[*8:47 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Professionals came in from the wizard college and are taking over the component hunting. I hope they get it back up and running soon, but I kind of miss finding the components ourselves. It's better for the people of this town though"

*[*8:51 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Given how poorly things went when us lot tried to find the components, perhaps it's better to let the professionals have their turn."

*[*8:54 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Taken aback slightly, Rav furrows her brow a little but relaxes after thinking about her next words. "I suppose you're right, but we were doing a good job so far. Risked our lives multiple times. It just felt, cheap to not even be included. It's new territory for everyone, even the professionals"

*[*8:54 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* martyn hesitates, "I meant no slight against you, or anyone in our party. When I say 'poorly" i mean, this job seems to have required stealth and quite a lot of luck and we unilaterally seem to be in short supply of both."

*[*8:59 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "They'll need our help. I just know it. But for now we can just go where we'd be the most useful"

*[*8:59 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* ((are there places to buy healing potions around town?))

*[*9:01 PM*]* DM*:* Not in Bellbury. Very little magic here.

*[*9:12 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Do we need to take a bit of a hike?" Martyn offers.

*[*9:18 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav looks around and leans in to whisper to Martyn. "What's your knowledge on werewolves?"

*[*9:34 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Nothing more than what i've read or heard from old legends. why?"

## Ryleigh in the Mansion

*[*7:17 PM*]* DM*:* There's no guard at the door.

*[*7:17 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh walks up to the door and pokes her head in.

*[*7:18 PM*]* DM*:* The door opens and the inside doors are propped open as well. Through them, you can see Eloise and Cae both in the main hall. Eloise is leaning on her desk, her arms crossed, with what Cae might call a pout on her face (though she'd call it a scowl).

*[*7:20 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh walks through the door and knocks on one of the open inside doors, to announce her presence, "I can come back if I'm interrupting, Baroness."

*[*7:22 PM*]* DM*:* There's a moment of what might be shock or embarrassment on their faces before they put their professional faces back on and Eloise stands from where she was leaning. She calls you in with a gesture. "You're back, then."

*[*7:23 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "Yes M'lady, we just arrived minutes ago." Ryleigh gives Eloise and Cae the usual polite bow.

*[*7:24 PM*]* DM*:* Eloise: "Close the door behind you, please."

*[*7:28 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh closes the doors and walks fully into the room, "Unfortunately, I don't come bearing great news." She begins to explain what their research turned up, "so you see, Lady Cae will turn feral or...she won't. If she doesn't turn feral, it will be a constant internal struggle against the thirst...it's recorded that even the strongest willed only fought it for 100 years before they...." Ryleigh's words trail off, searching the features of the two women before her.(edited)

*[*7:31 PM*]* DM*:* Cae kind of gestures at Ryleigh in a sort of '*see?*' to Eloise.

Eloise narrows her eyes at her. "I'm not giving up so easily."

*[*7:34 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "If you don't mind me asking, do you have a solution in mind?"

*[*7:37 PM*]* DM*:* Cae starts to answer, but Eloise cuts her off. "The plan is still the same. We go to the ruins and see what happens in the morning."

Cae frowns. "Dammit, El, I told you *we* aren't doing anything. You are staying *right here* in Bellbury. If we're going to pretend we have a choice in this, I don't want you anywhere near it."

*[*7:39 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "I certainly don't want to overstep, but if things turn out poorly and both you and Lady Cae are mortally injured - is Lady Misha prepared to lead?"

*[*7:43 PM*]* DM*:* They both kind of glare at you for a second, but then Cae looks back at Eloise with an expectant look. "Is she? You're needed here. You won't be any help out there and--" her voice drops to just above a whisper. "I don't want you to see me like that... If this doesn't work, I don't want that to be your last memory of me. And Vydea knows I'd rather die than hurt you, but I may not have that choice."

*[*7:51 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh stands there, watching the women converse, "this isn't a hopeless situation, as much as it may seem as such. The others have told me that you, Lady Cae, are very strong willed, it's viable that you could overcome this." She runs her hand through her hair in thought, "unfortunately, I've been trained to prepare for the worst. If things do get bad, I'll do what needs to be done." She stares directly at Lady Cae, "I promise you, I won't let you to hurt your wife or daughter. I understand how much they mean to you."

*[*7:56 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "And Baroness Moonstream, I believe you would do anything for your people, you are among the few leaders I've met who care about them. But, and please forgive me for overstepping, you shouldn't have to bear the additional weight of killing your wife to protect them, if it comes to that."(edited)

*[*7:59 PM*]* DM*:* Cae looks at Eloise again. "Stay here. Please, for me."

Eloise sighs and looks back at Ryleigh. "Do everything you can to bring her back to me. Please."

*[*8:03 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh looks Eloise in the eyes, "I promise." and for the first time in years, Ryleigh's heart aches, for two lovers who are being pulled apart by outside forces. She bows, "before I go, when the time comes for us to escort Lady Cae to ruins, would you like us to come here or wait for her at the cask?"

*[*8:07 PM*]* DM*:* Cae: "We can meet in the square at sunrise. It's quite a walk."

*[*8:08 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "We'll see you then, M'Lady. I'll see myself out." As Ryleigh leaves she makes sure to leave the inner doors closed.

*[*8:16 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh leaves the Moonstream's mansion with a heavy heart. She walks towards the slums, hoping she can find Safika.

*[*8:19 PM*]* DM*:* You can find her easily enough. She actually starts following you quietly as you walk around, trying to see how close she can get before you notice her. She taps on your pauldron.

*[*8:23 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh turns at the touch, her hand gripping Dawnbringer, before she sees who it is, "S-sorry, I was caught up in my thoughts."

*[*8:23 PM*]* DM*:* Safika grins. "It's ok. I probably shouldn't sneak up on armed, jumpy people anyway."

*[*8:27 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* "I'm not jumpy" Ryleigh quirks an eyebrow "I just was, right then, but I'm not usually. I just have things on m-" she stops suddenly and takes a deep breath, "Sorry." She gives Sefika a half smile. "I was looking for you, did you get my note?"

*[*8:28 PM*]* DM*:* "I did. Did you drop in on Berolt?"

*[*8:30 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* "More like he dropped in on me. I wanted to do some research before I spoke with him, but he showed up before I could. Now I owe him a full report within the next few days...that's all the time I could buy us, at least we'll know whether or not she's feral in a few days." Ryleigh looks a little guilty.(edited)

*[*8:35 PM*]* DM*:* "A few days is probably the best we could ask for anyway. We've had new arrivals. Katarina sent more people. There have been some patrols through the town, checking houses. There aren't many, still, so it's slow going, but more eyes, more ears, more tongues."

*[*8:39 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh nods, "I expected as much, I just came from the mansion. Lady Cae and Baroness Eloise were discussing their options, then I showed up and gave them more bad news. We're going to escort Lady Cae tomorrow to some local ruins for the transformation." She shuffles her feet a little bit, "I just wanted to keep you informed..."

*[*8:42 PM*]* DM*:* She tilts her head a little bit. "Why do you look so... is that nervous? Guilty?"

*[*8:45 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh doesn't meet Safika's eyes, "I'm conflicted...."

*[*8:50 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* "I came here expecting to find a leader who was abusing her power. Instead, I find a woman that has made solid efforts to help her people, someone who seems to actually care for her people." Ryleigh pinches the bridge of her nose and flinches a little, forgetting that it was broken 2 days ago. "I feel guilty for withholding the information from Berolt, but I feel like it was the right thing to do." She finally looks at Safika, realizing for the first time that she actually cares what this woman thinks of her.(edited)

*[*8:52 PM*]* DM*:* Safika: "I'm not going to argue that point with you. I was the one who asked you to let them take the lead on it. Not everything is as black and white as it seems. Sometimes all we can do is pick our favorite shade of gray."

*[*9:00 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh lets out the breath she was holding and mumbles out, "it's been a rough few days...." then straightens her posture a little bit, "thank you, sometimes I forget that the right thing and dutiful thing don't always coincide. He asked about you, I told him you were fine and just keeping an eye on things here, will you go back to Riverrun now that things seem to be moving along?"

*[*9:04 PM*]* DM*:* Safika sighs and looks conflicted herself. "I don't know. I'd like to get to the bottom of the reason I came out here in the first place, but it might be a moot point."

*[*9:10 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh takes a step foward and places a hand gently on Safika's shoulder, "honestly, that's not any fault of yours. Who would have guessed an entire town could be teleported away? And after everything that's happened, I think the people of Bellbury are just going to be happy to be home. I'm not sure they'd talk to you. Of course..." Ryleigh smiles mischievously and puts her hands up, "I'm sure you have your ways, just like I have mine." Her smile changes to a normal one and she tries to causally add, "if you need any help, just let me know?"(edited)

*[*9:24 PM*]* DM*:* "I'll stay until you come back at least. Keep an eye on what's happening while you're gone. I'll let you know then what I decide."

*[*9:26 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh puts out her hand, "I will and don't be a stranger." She flashes a toothy grin at Safika.

*[*9:27 PM*]* DM*:* She smirks and takes your hand.

*[*9:28 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* As Ryleigh starts to walk away she looks over her shoulder and says, "I can feel that you want to be my friend too." She winks and leaves.

*[*9:34 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh walks into the Cask and looks around for *her* party.

*[*9:36 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "We'll explain a little more when we are out of earshot. Here comes Ryleigh now" Rav says while motioning Ryleigh to come over

*[*9:38 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh spots Ravaphine and heads over to the table shes sitting at, "Ravaphine."(edited)

## Devil's Food

*[*7:56 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir pulls Gunnloda along after grabbing the tents, and stops just before they get to the town square, "Hey, wanna sit with the citrus, bugs, and wild animals for a little bit?" she chuckles, "I mean, I know we just sort of spent the whole day outside but... um... I like... the... outside?" she finishes lamely.

*[*7:57 PM*]* DM*:* She laughs. "I know this about you. Lead on."

*[*8:01 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir grins and leads her to her favorite little spot and makes a little show of taking of her cloak and setting it down for them to sit on, she can barely make it through without laughing. "Gotta keep the *fancy* *tor beag* clean and everything."(edited)

*[*8:02 PM*]* DM*:* She smirks and gestures at her stained tabard. "Yes, because staying clean is a priority."

*[*8:06 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Completely." Seir says, seriously, before grinning and wrapping her arms around Gunnloda and pulling her in for a kiss. "I may have just wanted to come out here to be alone with you a little longer."

*[*8:09 PM*]* DM*:* She smiles. "I'm not complaining."

*[*8:12 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir takes the trident off her back and bites her cheek as she tries to knock down a couple citrus fruits. One gets pierced onto it and she grins, but as she pulls at it, the force of the pull makes the branch shake and a few fall, one or two pelting her in the head, "... well that did not work out how I thought it would." she mutters, handing one to Gunnloda as she takes a quick look around.

*[*8:14 PM*]* DM*:* She stifles a laugh this time and takes it, sitting on the cloak. "Thank you."

*[*8:17 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Anytime," Seir let's out a breathy laugh, "I was a little worried Takara might show up. She tends to when I beat up her trees."

*[*8:17 PM*]* DM*:* "Maybe she knew you just wanted a snack?"

*[*8:21 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir snorts, "I don't think I've ever sat out here and eaten these, just when Ravaphine gives them to me." Seir tilts her head, thinking, "After the library at least I know why she followed me when I was a panther. I mean... aside from being a literal bloody mess."

*[*8:24 PM*]* DM*:* "Are you looking for her?"

*[*8:28 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Not exactly. Maybe?" Seir shrugs. "I don't know, I guess I got used to her showing up any time I came out here. Plus I... well I was a little curious if there was anything else that might not be in books we could do for Cae, but... I have a feeling the answer is no. I wish I could help more but... the only thing I can do is force her to take her regular shape for a minute... and it'll hurt her in the process." Seir takes a bite of one of the citrus, without peeling it, "I also want to know where the animals are. I would like to talk to them." she pouts a little, realizing she hasn't really *looked* for any while here so she knows it's not really Takara's fault.(edited)

*[*8:30 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda chuckles and gently takes the fruit from Seir, replacing the one in her hand with one she's started peeling. "It's much less bitter if you take the peel off first. Maybe she's not here because I am."

*[*8:46 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir pouts again, and shrugs, "It's not that bad..." Seir mumbles, but nearly eats the whole thing in two bites after completing the peeling. "Well, that's too bad for her cuz I like you too much to want you to leave, *tor beag*."(edited)

*[*9:00 PM*]* DM*:* She smiles and eats some of her own fruit. "You're not going to tell me what that means, are you?"

*[*9:02 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir grins widely, "Maybe when you're older," she's silent for maybe a second before nearly choking on her own laughter.

*[*9:05 PM*]* DM*:* She laughs. "If that's how you want to play, I'm pretty sure you don't know Dwarven *or* Halfling."

*[*9:09 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "You're right, I don't." She leans over and kisses Gunnloda, "but I think I'll pick it up in time, after all," she smirks, "I'll be around for a while."

*[*9:13 PM*]* DM*:* She smiles again. "I'm glad to hear it."

*[*9:15 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir stands, helping Gunnloda up and puts her cloak back on, "Well, I suppose we should head to the cask, see if they all feel okay to head out again."

*[*9:17 PM*]* DM*:* "After you, *sor'odko*."

*[*9:21 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "You just like following me." Seir teases, leading them to the cask.

*[*9:38 PM*]* DM*:* Seir and Gunnloda walk in, but when Gunnloda heads for the kitchen, Seir follows.

*[*9:39 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Do you mean to tell me," Martyn leans forward and speaks with quiet urgency, "You've got actual werewolf issues?"

*[*9:42 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh looks shocked that the stranger knows about Cae and whispers to Ravaphine, "who is this guy and *why* are you telling him about our furry little situation?"

*[*9:43 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Martyn, this is Ryleigh. Ryleigh, Martyn. He was here for our earlier Poni encounters and recently poofed back into town. I was simply just asking if he knew anything about them, not that we had an issue about it."

*[*9:44 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh eyes Martyn, as if she's measuring him up.

*[*9:45 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Ryleigh likes to to think she's the leader of the group. But people listen to her so we've gotten out of some sticky situations"(edited)

*[*9:47 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh takes a seat next to Ravaphine, "And Ravaphine likes to believe I'm not." She winks at Rav and says in a more sultry voice, "we both know who's in charge."(edited)

*[*9:49 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "The Baroness Eloise is. Speaking of which," she lowers her voice, "How are we proceeding with the situation?"

Ryleigh puts a hand over her heart, pretending to be hurt, "ouch, for one so pretty you can be so cold."

*[*9:51 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* "Alright, well, you lot sort yourselves off and I'll come back on the morn to hear what your plan is. Right? right. Goodnight, all. It was good to see you again!"

*[*9:51 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav nods once to Martyn. "Get some rest"

*[*9:51 PM*]* Jonathan- Martyn Hornback*:* Martyn nods, takes his flagon, refills it behind the bar, and heads up the stairs to a room.

*[*9:52 PM*]* Ryleigh*:*  She calls after Martyn, "have a good sleep!"

## Ravmeia

*[*5:24 PM*]* DM*:*  Brimeia pulls Rav aside for a chat.

*[*5:44 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* It's difficult with the others around, but with most of the party preoccupied, Brimeia finally finds an opening and approaches Ravaphine. Her shoulders are slightly slumped and her steps small instead of her usual swagger. "Um...hey. You said we could talk?"

*[*5:45 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav places her hand on top of Brimeia's again. "Of course. You seem worried"

*[*5:53 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* The gentle touch is soothing, and Brimeia takes a breath. "You were right. I'm ... " She pauses, mentally scolding herself for being such a coward. "I wasn't myself. At the end. At least, I don't think so."

*[*5:57 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "You and Urrak are both alike. I couldn't get either of you to stop beating somebody up but I'm glad it didn't go any further. Was it because she used the *D* word again?"

*[*6:01 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia shrugs her shoulders awkwardly. "That was part of it, I suppose. Seirixori was so upset, and it wasn't the first time... But usually.. well, I go into rages sometimes. Channel it to fight, but it's never... I don't lose it... Not like that. " Brimeia frowns down at the table.

*[*6:05 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav puts her hand on Brimeia's cheek to stroke it gently. "I'm sorry she upset you that way. You know what they say about old habits dying hard but I hope that behavior will change soon. What do you think caused you to see...red...so to speak"

*[*6:13 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia lets herself lean into the touch, lets it comfort her. In other circumstances, she might have tried to joke, ease the tension a bit but she only says, "Me too." The question has her pausing a minute, partly because she isn't entirely sure, but partly because she's not sure how to explain what little she does understand.

*[*6:15 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "There's...something else now. Someone? ... I don't know. But it makes me want to--" Brimeia gestures vaguely. It seems so clear in the moment, what Eya wants her to do, but other times, when her mind is clear, it seems hard to pinpoint.

*[*6:16 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Some...one? Like somebody telling you to do things?"

*[*6:21 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia's tail twitches. It's harder talking about it than she'd thought. Scarier saying it aloud than wondering in the back of her mind. "Not-- well, something like that, I guess."

*[*6:23 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* She holds both of Brimeia's hands in hers. "I'm sorry, you seem like you have a lot on your plate. Did you want to step away somewhere quieter? Maybe a room upstairs"(edited)

*[*6:27 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* This is the sort of thing Brimeia would normally joke about. Something about wanting to hold her hands, but the thought doesn't even cross her mind now. She considers the offer a moment before nodding. "Yeah, that sounds nice actually."

*[*6:30 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "C'mon. Let's go find somewhere to sit" Ravaphine takes one of Brimeia's hands and they walk upstairs.(edited)

*[*6:30 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I know you're not being yourself right now because you would have commented about this," she raises their joined hands together, "ages ago" she attempts to joke and lighten the mood

*[*6:33 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia follows, hand in Ravaphine's as they head up. The gentle teasing pulls a quiet laugh and a smile out of her. "You're right. Something like... if you wanted to hold my hands, you should've asked sooner."(edited)

*[*6:36 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "And if you've ever wanted to hold mine, you were always more than welcome to do so" she says with a small smile. She sits on the bed and pats the seat next to hers.

*[*6:38 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "You aren't just saying that to make me feel better, are you?" she teases as she plops down onto the bed.

*[*6:42 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav's ears turn a slight shade of pink. "I...I mean I wouldn't have minded. You've always been kind of a mystery to me. Like there is a lot more happening in there than you lead on" she says while pointing to Bri's heart

*[*6:47 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia grins at the adorable blush that tinges the elf's ears. "Guess you'll just have to find out," she answers, pressing Ravaphine's hand gently to her chest.

*[*6:51 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I'm all ears, if you'll have me" she says, looking into Brimeia's eyes with sincerity

*[*6:58 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia's eyes dance with humor. "I'll happily take you up on that, Ravishing Ravaphine," she says softly, brushing the backs of her fingers over the tips of the elf's ears.

*[*7:01 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Ravaphine smiles at the touch, but composes herself. "Are you okay though? I know I can't really help with much but we have a lot of us here who might be able to help"

*[*7:10 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia has all but forgotten their intended topic until she hears the question, her smile dropping again. "I-- I'm fine. It's not like... I'm not under a spell or anything." Or at least she didn't think so. "It's just... hard to ignore. Like it gets mixed up with my thoughts."

*[*7:16 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* She puts her hand behind Bri's head and pulls her forward to touch her forehead to hers. "I wish I could help take away the bad thoughts," she whispers, "Poni can do that. Get into our heads and make us do things we have no control over, even if it puts ourselves or others in danger. That kind of black magic is nothing I ever want to encounter"

*[*7:21 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* The tug is surprising but the closeness feels nice, almost as nice as the sentiment.
"Wait, what?" Brimeia pulls back a little in shock. "He can do that?"

*[*7:25 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "It happened to Nolanos. He said Poni made him do things, dangerous things that could have gotten him killed inside of a portal once. But he managed to poof before the things inside got to him"

*[*7:26 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "That's... kind of terrifying. I knew I didn't trust that magic stick...gnome."

*[*7:31 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "If you think he's bad, those spellcasters are even worse. They can paralyze with just a wave of their hands. Too much power sometimes," she says while shaking her head

*[*7:32 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia shudders at the memory of her brief encounter with the snotty elf mage. "Ugh. You have magic though, don't you?" She looks up at Ravaphine. "How do you deal with it?"

*[*7:35 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I do know magic, but I would never use it to control others unless its for making them fall asleep while they're making bread dough with another's face," Rav jokes.

*[*7:38 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia frowns down at her knees where they bump Ravaphine's. "I wanted to. I mean-- I didn't.. but I did. In the moment.. I enjoyed it." The last part comes out as barely a whisper.

*[*7:43 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "But it wasn't *you* though, you're a professional fighter. You know when it's too much and know when to stop. It looked like you were both having fun in the beginning and then towards the end...you both kind of just snapped"

*[*7:48 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "Yeah... I guess. But what now?" Brimeia uncurls her fingers and looks down at her hands as if she isn't sure she can trust them anymore.

*[*7:53 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav takes both of Bri's hands in hers again and holds them tightly. "But for now we will just have no more brawls with each other. Because we all know who would win, anyway" she winks.

*[*8:00 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia chuckles at the comment, a small smirk making its way onto her lips before she remembers how the fight nearly ended and her expression sobers.

*[*7:54 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Did you encounter or touch anything magical? I know with Poni, he is able to control our thoughts if you touch him or mess with him. And I've read that other magical items also do the same"(edited)

"No..?" She thinks a few moments. "Just... a woman."

*[*8:03 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Women can be pretty magical," she smiles softly to Bri, trying to lighten the mood, "But maybe not always in a good way, I guess."

*[*8:07 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "Yeah." She manages to crack a smile before her expression grows thoughtful. "Though she was really hot," she mumbles, half to herself.

*[*8:10 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav laughs and tilts her head back. "You are one of a kind, Brimeia"

*[*8:12 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* ((is it possible to do a perception check to sense if Brimeia is acting "controlled" at all, or if she feels something odd))(edited)

*[*8:12 PM*]* DM*:* Insight

*[*8:14 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* ((25, nat 20 insight))

*[*8:30 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "I didn't mean hot like...sexy. Or well, I mean, she is but..." Brimeia stammers a moment as she tries to think of a way to explain.

*[*8:32 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "When she touched me it felt hot. And I'm already hot... I mean, like, my skin?"

*[*8:36 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "OH *oh*. Interesting...maybe her people just run warm? What does she look like?"

*[*8:38 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* ((has rav heard about this happening before with different races?))

*[*8:39 PM*]* DM*:* (probably not. you might not even have realized tieflings do until bri just said so.)

*[*8:42 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "Her people? I-- well she's... very hot.. Attractive, I mean. She just seemed like a normal woman," Brimeia shrugs. Eya, like her aims seem difficult to articulate. "Just powerful."

*[*8:42 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "I thought she might be some kind of fight patron or something but..."

*[*8:46 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Do you think it's her? Talking to you and telling you to do things?"

*[*8:48 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "... Yes." In fact, she's sure it is. It's the one clear thing in all this but she feels reluctant to admit it for some reason.

*[*8:52 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav narrows her eyes slightly. "That's not right. I'm so sorry Brimeia. I wish we could go find her so I can give her a piece of my mind"

*[*8:57 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* The sentiment warms her, but she shakes her head, eyes wide. "I don't think that's a good idea. Even if you could find her... She's.. powerful. I wouldn't want anything to happen to you."

*[*8:57 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* "Besides, if you give her a piece of your mind, she might actually take it and tear it to shreds. Then what would we do without your brilliant mind?"

*[*8:59 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Well if I ever do get to meet her, she's toast" she says smiling at Bri. "What's her name?"

*[*9:05 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia returns the smile but hesitates at the question. Again she feels reluctant to answer, and she's not sure why. "I-I don't know."

*[*9:13 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Well whoever she is, she doesn't own you." Rav stands up and kisses Brimeia on the forehead. She looks up to the ceiling and points to the direction of the sky. "HEAR THAT, EVIL MIND CONTROLLING MAGIC LADY. YOUR ASS IS GRASS AND I'M GONNA MOW IT."

*[*9:21 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia's touched by the gesture and the words, eyes fluttering shut a moment. The she bursts into laughter, shaking her head. Instead of arguing the point, Brimeia only grins. "You're cute."

*[*9:23 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* She presses a quick kiss to Ravaphine's cheek. "Thank you."

*[*9:25 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "C'mon, let's head back downstairs with the others" she says, trying to hide her blush. She reaches her hand out for Brimeia

*[*9:33 PM*]* Kyris - Brimeia*:* Brimeia takes Ravaphine's hand and squeezes it. "I.. think I better stay up here. You go ahead though. Good night, Ravaphine the Ravishing," she adds with a wink and a kiss to the hand.

*[*9:38 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav walks up to close the gap between them and runs her thumb over Brimeia's bottom lip before settling on placing her hand on her cheek. She hugs Bri goodbye before heading back downstairs. "Take care of yourself, Brimeia. Have a goodnight as well."

*[*9:55 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Once Ravaphine returns, Ryleigh turns to her and sighs, "we're meeting Lady Cae in the square at sunrise. I made a promise to Baroness Eloise that I would do everything in my power to bring her wife back, but I also assured Lady Cae that I wouldn't let her harm any innocents."

*[*9:56 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "When should we leave?" she says softly

*[*9:59 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "We have the rest of the evening to ourselves, we leave at sunrise tomorrow for the ruins." Ryleigh is reclined in the chair, but her body language looks rigid.

*[*9:59 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seirixori comes out from the kitchen, hearing the end of the conversation. "Sunrise?" She sighs, slumping and pouting, "but I thought... if you didn't want to leave tonight, you could have told me. I got tents."

*[*10:00 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Who made the decision for tomorrow morning?"

*[*10:00 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "It wasn't my decision to leave at sunrise. I assume Lady Cae wants to...say goodbye." She looks out into the bar, not wanting to make eye contact with the others.

*[*10:00 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Do I need to start yelling when I say things?" She mumbles to herself.(edited)

*[*10:01 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "It was probably Cae's decision."

*[*10:02 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh holds her hands, "like I said, it wasn't up to me. I'm just the messenger."

*[*10:03 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "We can all sleep outside tonight if you want. Plus I'm sure we'll be needing these in the future. Thank you for getting us tents, Seir" Rav says with a smile

*[*10:07 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "We'll be sleeping outside tomorrow evening and maybe the next, so don't worry Seir, we'll use the tents you got."

*[*10:09 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "I guess." She shrugs, still kind of upset but she looks back to the kitchen with a smile. "Gunnloda might agree to sleep outside more with the tent anyway." She laughs, enjoying her own little joke. But then she frowns, "Well, I hope we don't... I hope it's a quick journey then."

*[*10:10 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Can we use them tonight? To test them out? We can set up a campfire and cook sausages over the flames for dinner"

*[*10:11 PM*]* Seirixori*:* She perks up, "Yeah! And!" she leans in like she's going to tell you a secret but she isn't any quieter, "if you give me ten minutes I can get some spirits to set it up for us!" Is totally the reason she wanted to go camping.

*[*10:12 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh can't help but smile at Seirixori's excitement, "Alright, I'm in."

*[*10:12 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav heads into the kitchen. "Gunnloda, do you happen to have any sausages or marshmallows?"

*[*10:14 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "What are marshmallows?" Seir asks Ryleigh.

*[*10:14 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda: "There are some sausages in the back. No marshmallows."

*[*10:14 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "It's like a dessert." She says to Seir. "They're puffy, white sweet things."(edited)

*[*10:15 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav takes the sausages and comes back out to her friends

*[*10:17 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Everyone ready? We can fetch Urrak in the morning. She's upstairs with her lady"

*[*10:18 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "I kind of left the tents in the grove anyway, so.."(edited)

*[*10:18 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh abruptly stands, "Let's go then, I'd rather not be privy to *that*."(edited)

*[*10:20 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "You alright there? You're not jealous are you?" Rav teases

*[*10:22 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir goes to grab Gunnloda to inform her of the campout because she totally didn't guilt them into doing it.

*[*10:22 PM*]* DM*:* She's been standing behind you the whole time.

*[*10:23 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh tilts her head in question, "Jealous?" then Rav's meaning hits her, "oh" she laughs lightly, "no, that's not...no." She just continues to smile and shake her head at Rav's accusation.(edited)

*[*10:23 PM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos grins from where he's been sitting, content with observing the group for now

*[*10:25 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav pats Ryleigh on the shoulder. "To the grove! We need to collect some firewood"

*[*10:27 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "I totally knew you were there this whole time," she grins sheepishly at Gunnloda,

"No we don't!" Seir says to Ravaphine. "But yes, to the Grove."(edited)

*[*10:27 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "We need some sticks at least"

*[*10:28 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh heads out of the cask and says to Ravaphine, "I think I can manage carrying most of the firewood." then addresses the rest of the party, "But who wants to come help me"

*[*10:28 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "I'd be glad to help."

*[*10:29 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "Seirixori, how are we supposed to keep warm? Not all of us are accustom to sleeping under the stars."

*[*10:29 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "According to Seir we don't need firewood, but we can go and find a good spot"

*[*10:29 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Do you guys really just *like* to ignore me?"

*[*10:30 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "What? No of course not. Sorry, Seir."

*[*10:31 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "we're listening! Promise!"

*[*10:32 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "Alright" Ryleigh follows Seir.(edited)

*[*10:32 PM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos follows, curious to see how the spell will work

*[*10:33 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Seir, you're always so full of surprises" Rav also follows

*[*10:31 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir rolls her eyes, "I didn't say there wouldn't be a fire. Just let me take care of it, you'll see." She makes her way to where she left the tents, *because 4 of them get heavy after a while ok*, and casts her little spell.(edited)

*[*10:34 PM*]* DM*:* Seir casts the spell with a flourish of her hand and you watch as these slightly transparent spirits, birds, mice, deer, squirrels, and a couple pixie and dryad shaped creatures all come out and start setting up the camp. The tents are pitched, a campfire made with a tidy stack of firewood next to the circle of stones that holds the fire. They start rummaging through your bags and pull out any rations you have and set them out as well. Then they go back into the grove and disappear.(edited)

*[*10:35 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda takes her hand and squeezes, just watching it all happen with awe.(edited)

*[*10:36 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "..... woah...."

*[*10:36 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "That was convenient." Ryleigh watches the creatures disappear with a smile.(edited)

*[*10:36 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir laughs and cheers a little, "Oh I like that spell."(edited)

*[*10:37 PM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos raises his hand, laughing, "me too."

*[*10:37 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav just stands there with her mouth wide open. "SEIR. THAT WAS AMAZING"

*[*10:38 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir gives Nolanos a high five, even if that wasn't what he was going for.

*[*10:39 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Thanks, Ravaphine."(edited)

*[*10:40 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh walks over to Seir and lowers her voice, "I definitely think happiness suits you." She give Seir a wink.

*[*10:43 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir blushes and clears her throat, "So, uh..." She can't think of anything to say.

*[*10:43 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav pulls a twig off a tree and sticks a sausage on it. "Who wants some dinner?" she begins to pass them around

*[*10:44 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh takes one, sits down, and puts the sausage over the fire.(edited)

*[*10:44 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "I know I do," Nolanos says helping her pass around food.

*[*10:45 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda kisses Seir's hand and pulls her over to take a seat at the fire.

*[*10:48 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir wraps her tail around Gunnloda and plays with her hand, using the free one to pass her one of the sticks with the food. "Hey! We could do this in Ardabeh too!"

*[*10:49 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I've never seen a campsite like this before, Seir. You did awesome. I'm glad we were able to do this tonight together"

*[*10:50 PM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos sits next to Rav, kissing her on the cheek as he settles in, just because he can and shes adorable

*[*10:51 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh smiles at the others, she enjoys being surrounded by people who care for one another.

*[*10:52 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav dinks her weenie against Ryleigh's. "Cheers"

*[*10:54 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir gasps, like she's suddenly remembered something and then gets a shit eating grin on her face, "Guys did you know Gunnloda's *fancy*?"

*[*10:55 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Moonstream level of *fancy*?"

*[*10:55 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda's cheeks turn pink but she doesn't react otherwise.

*[*10:56 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh stands and gives Gunnloda a bow, "M'lady" she quirks a playful eyebrow.

*[*10:56 PM*]* DM*:* She laughs. "Please don't do that."

*[*10:57 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir nods, maneuvering herself behind Gunnloda ~~so she can be super gay and hug her~~ "*Super fancy*"

*[*10:59 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh smiles, "but its only proper, M'lady" she laughs a little, "however, I respect your wishes, and won't call you that."

*[*10:59 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav gets down on one knee. "I swear fealty to you, Lady Gunnloda of...that one town that we visited"(edited)

*[*11:01 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh starts to laugh - really laugh.

*[*11:03 PM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos looks really confused for a split second before laughing.

*[*11:01 PM*]* DM*:* She sighs and baps the back of Seir's hand playfully. "Now look what you've started."

*[*11:11 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir laughs along with Ryleigh, "Sorry, *tor beag*. "

*[*11:05 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh straightens up from laughing and looks at the others, "you know, I'll be right back." She starts to walk away, "don't eat *everything* Rav, leave some for the rest of us!"

*[*11:06 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Tell Urrak we said hi!" rav shouts back at Ryleigh

*[*11:07 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* You see the back of Ryleigh's head shaking in a "no" motion as she leaves.

*[*11:09 PM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos chuckles as he gets up for another sausage. "Any one else want another round?"

*[*11:10 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I'll have a another round tonight please" she says, grabbing two sausages and putting them on a stick

*[*11:11 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda leans back into Seir, but is careful not to knock her over.

*[*11:12 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "I figured as much, love, thats why i already grabbed these for you," he smiles.

*[*11:14 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "You know me so well"

*[*11:15 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "I'm starting to, yes."(edited)

*[*11:21 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda smiles. "You might be the third hungriest person I've ever met."

*[*11:21 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Only the third? I've got some catching up to do with the first two"

*[*11:24 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "I believe in you, Rav. We can even give you a cool new nickname! Rav the Ravenous, maybe!"

*[*11:25 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda laughs. "Well one of the two is me, and I cook a lot."

*[*11:26 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Brimeia likes to call me Ravashing Ravaphine. I think it's rather cute. Rav the Ravenous can be my battle name"

*[*11:27 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "You'll be unstoppable!" He laughs. "She did come up with a rather fitting name, though."

*[*11:18 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir hums, "So... When did this happen?" She asks, motioning to the two of you.

*[*11:21 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav coughs on a piece of the sausage. "I ahhh, the other night? In Riverrun," Rav says, slightly unsure of herself

*[*11:23 PM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos lightly pats Rav on her back as she chokes. "Um, yeah. Its pretty new."

*[*11:24 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Nifty, " is all Seir says, content to just watch and listen and maybe steal a bite or two.

## Ryfika

*[*11:11 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh starts to jog down the street, she's having a good time with others and it hit her that maybe Safika was lonely and might want to join.

*[*11:13 PM*]* DM*:* You can find her, just reading a book in the house you found her in before.

*[*11:14 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh knocks as she opens the door, "You didn't sneak up on me this time."

*[*11:14 PM*]* DM*:* She looks up with a smile. "I wanted to finish the page."

*[*11:15 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh rolls her eyes and she's breathing harder than usual, "do you want to come to a gathering? right now."

*[*11:16 PM*]* DM*:* "A *gathering*?"

*[*11:17 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* "Well, it isn't a party because there's only 4 people. Including me there's 5. So I'm not sure what to call it? Gathering seemed appropriate." Ryleigh is tapping her chin while talking, trying to make sure that all made sense.(edited)

*[*11:18 PM*]* DM*:* "Are E-- the Moonstreams part of this gathering?"

*[*11:20 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* "No, I don't think they'll be another 'social gathering' with our group. It's just 4 of the people I've been traveling with. We're just sitting around a campfire, eating and talking. We were laughing and smiling and well, it occurred to me that you've been stuck out here alone for a few weeks. Maybe you wanted to have some company?" Ryleigh tilts her head and smiles at Safika.(edited)

*[*11:21 PM*]* DM*:* "Oh. ...that's sweet of you. You know they'll ask how you know me."

*[*11:24 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* "They may, but they already know I was looking for someone when I first arrived. And honestly, they don't ask to many questions. I'll just tell them we're friends and I met you the same way I met them. Adventuring."

*[*11:25 PM*]* DM*:* She smiles. "Well... I hadn't thought about it 'til you mentioned it, but it would be nice to be around people again."

*[*11:25 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* Ryleigh smiles so big, damn near all of her teeth are showing, "so you'll come?"

*[*11:26 PM*]* DM*:* "I will." She puts the book back in the shelf. "I can find out what happens to Barnes the Bastion tomorrow."

*[*11:27 PM*]* Ryleigh - Nicole*:* "I promise I'll be better company than that book." Ryleigh grins stupidly, "come on, we better get back before Ravaphine eats all the food."

*[*11:28 PM*]* DM*:* She'll follow you.

*[*11:28 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh is walking back to the party, but she has someone with her.

*[*11:29 PM*]* DM*:* If you met her before, you recognize her as Safika, the dark-skinned half-elf. She's in dark leather armor and a dark grey cloak.

*[*11:30 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Ooh I don't think she liked much last we saw her." Seir whispers.

*[*11:30 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "Oh um. Hi there...?"

*[*11:31 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh grabs 2 sausages and takes a seat, motioning for Safika to sit next to her and handing her a sausage on a stick.

*[*11:31 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* Ravaphine stands up. She sends over a small wave. "Greetings"

*[*11:32 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "Hello, Safika." Seir waves a little hesitantly.

*[*11:32 PM*]* DM*:* Safika: "Hello. I hope I'm not intruding."(edited)

*[*11:32 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "By all means, everyone is welcome here" rav smiles while sitting back down

*[*11:33 PM*]* DM*:* She takes a seat next to Ryleigh with a smile. "I hope you'll forgive me, but I'm not sure I know all your names."

*[*11:33 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "I don't believe we've met; I'm Nolanos," he says standing for a moment to offer his hand to Safika.(edited)

*[*11:34 PM*]* DM*:* She shakes it. "Safika."

*[*11:35 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "Its a pleasure to meet you." He sits back down next to Rav

*[*11:36 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh points to each person, "Gunnloda, Seirixori, and Ravaphine. If you forget, ask me" she smiles broadly at Safika.(edited)

*[*11:36 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "I am totally not at all the same tiefling from the other day. That was a different pink tiefling with the same weird horns." Seir mumbles.

*[*11:36 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Ravaphine. Nice to meet you again."

*[*11:37 PM*]* DM*:* Safika: "I'm sorry if I was short with you before. I was confused and that always puts me in a bad mood."

*[*11:38 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "I'm sure the fancy jokes weren't exactly helping."(edited)

*[*11:39 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "We were all dealing with a little ambiguity then, but I do hope you were able to finish what you needed to do. You said you were from Vyon, right?"(edited)

*[*11:40 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh raises a questioning eyebrow, "Seir were you poking fun at the fancys?" she laughs a little, "Ironic, now that you're with one." Ryleigh nods to Gunnloda.

*[*11:40 PM*]* DM*:* Safika: "This is Vyon. The name of the country is Vyon."

*[*11:41 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir laughs, her face a little red, "Maybe."

*[*11:41 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda just shakes her head.

*[*11:42 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh laughs at Seir's blush, but addresses Ravaphine, "Out west is Dhog Lodir, where Gunnloda is from, and South of here is Ascus, the country I'm from."(edited)

*[*11:44 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I see. To be fair, I haven't heard about this place until about two weeks ago"

*[*11:45 PM*]* DM*:* Safika: "I understand. Now, anyway."

*[*11:46 PM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos pats Rav on the back, "I know what you meant its ok"

*[*11:46 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh leans over and says to Safika, "they're an odd bunch but they all have kind hearts."

*[*11:47 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "pfft I feel like I didn't know any other place existed until two weeks ago." Seir jokes, taking a moment to whisper something to Gunnloda.

*[*11:49 PM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda squeezes Seir's arms.

*[*11:49 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "I forget you were all brought here, that you didn't come willingly."

*[*11:52 PM*]* Nolanos*:* "It was... really weird. But," he looks at everyone around the fire, and fixes his gaze on Rav, "but it was worth it."

*[*11:52 PM*]* Seirixori*:* "I would willingly have, had I the means.. And stay."

*[*11:54 PM*]* Ravaphine*:* "We're just trying to get by day to day. How about you, Safika? What brings you back to town?"

*[*11:56 PM*]* DM*:* Safika: "Nothing important this time. Just passing through. How's the hunt going?"

*[*11:57 PM*]* Ryleigh*:* "Would you like another sausage? or anything else?" Ryleigh asks Safika with a smile.

*[*11:58 PM*]* DM*:* Safika: "No, thank you. One was plenty."

*[*11:58 PM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir reaches back, once again trying to see if she can spear some citrus, this time without them falling on her.

*[*12:02 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh looks at Safika, "the hunt?"

*[*12:03 AM*]* DM*:* Safika: "They were looking for things to fix it, right? And people? You found the Baroness."

*[*12:04 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* "OH. The hunt for the components." Ryleigh facepalms herself.

*[*12:04 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "We did. Did you get your message delivered to her?"

*[*12:04 AM*]* DM*:* Insight's more about gut feelings than learning specifics, but you don't really get a bad feeling from her. She's just someone sitting in the grove with you.

*[*12:05 AM*]* DM*:* Safika: "Ah, by the time she came back, it was too late for it to matter anyway."

*[*12:06 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* "The spellguard came to town and they decided they didn't the 'help' of amateurs. That's why we aren't looking for the components anymore."

*[*12:07 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "We're all just kind of stuck here until they fix it" Rav says, shrugging.

*[*12:07 AM*]* DM*:* Safika chuckles. "I bet you all just loved them."

*[*12:08 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* "Snarky assholes, the whole bunch of them."

*[*12:08 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "So do you two work together?"

*[*12:08 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "They were so charming, how could we resist?" Nolanos jokes. "...Literally."(edited)

*[*12:08 AM*]* DM*:* She laughs at Nolanos. "You must have met Qarius then."

*[*12:09 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "Oh yes. What a fellow."

*[*12:10 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "He's a wonderful man. Full of love and compassion" rav says with a heavy sardonic tone

*[*12:11 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh shakes her head, "What's with the interrogation, guys? Safika and I work together in the same way I work with this group - adventuring brought us together and has kept us in touch. Except, unlike our group, sometimes I let her be the boss because she doesn't want to punch everything."

*[*12:16 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Considering you question the character of everyone we speak to, it only makes sense for us to do the same as the only interaction we've had with your companion over here didn't really get off on the right foot. No offense to you, Safika"

*[*12:17 AM*]* DM*:* Safika waves it off. "It's already forgotten. Ryleigh's generally an excellent judge of character, though."

*[*12:20 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I agree, but you can't blame us for being at least a little curious about some things" she says, giving ryleigh a look

*[*12:21 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "We are nosey buggers," Nolanos laughs.

*[*12:21 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "I do not punch people." Seir says, still a bit distracted but felt the need to comment.(edited)

*[*12:22 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh gives Safika a real smile at her compliment, but doesn't address it further. Instead she looks at Rav, "What is it Rav? What do you really want to know."

*[*12:27 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I just wanted to know her stance on our uh, furry little problem. Since sunrise is right around the corner"

*[*12:28 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh's eyes widen slightly like she wasn't expecting that question and she says, "she's aware, of the situation."(edited)

*[*12:29 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "Is that why you're in town then? To help?" He asks, addressing Safika.(edited)

*[*12:29 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav puts her hands up "That's all I needed to know. Apologies for making it sound like an interrogation"(edited)

*[*12:30 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir snorts, continuing her hunt for more citrus, "You think she'd bring someone over here with how well you lie?" she teases.

*[*12:31 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav waves her hands around while saying "that's exactly why I was asking!" while laughing(edited)

*[*12:30 AM*]* DM*:* Safika smiles and teases, "No. Ryleigh just likes to use me as a soundboard sometimes."

*[*12:31 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* For the first *ever* you guys see Ryleigh blush.

*[*12:31 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Guess I'm not the only pink one around here after all."

*[*12:34 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh picks up a pebble from the ground and throws it at Seir.

*[*12:34 AM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda bats it away.

*[*12:35 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir snickers, "Careful my girlfriend might beat you up."

*[*12:35 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* "Damn you ~~M'lady~~ Gunnloda!" Ryleigh playfully looks upset.(edited)

*[*12:37 AM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda laughs. "No throwing things."

*[*12:35 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I'm glad I don't have to lie around you. That's not something you would have wanted to see"

*[*12:37 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "And I dunno, Rav, your lies have been pretty... spectacular on occasion," he jokes, nudging her side(edited)

*[*12:39 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* "Between you and Urrak, we have to the worst liars in Vyon travelling with us." Ryleigh says to Ravaphine.

*[*12:40 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "What we lack in the ability to lie, we make up for with brute strenth" Rav says while flexing

*[*12:41 AM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos laughs and kisses her on the cheek as she flexes. "So strong."

*[*12:41 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh tries her best not to burst out laughing but epically fails and while laughing she chokes out, "I can't....I don't.....I have no words...." as Ravaphine flexes her noodle arms.(edited)

*[*12:42 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* Rav throws a wiener at Ryleigh.

Ryleigh puts her shield up as the wiener comes flying at her.(edited)

*[*12:43 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Miss 'I can throw a 250 pound person over my shoulder like a sack of potatoes' I'd like to see which one of us would win in an arm wrestling contest"

*[*12:37 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir gives Gunnloda a squeeze and a kiss before backing up and struggling to pull off the top half of her armor, she stops, a 'what the fuck' kind of look on her face like she realized she's being very dumb about something, "Hey Safika, ever see a dinosaur before?"

*[*12:38 AM*]* DM*:* Safika just kind of looks at Seir in confusion. "No? That's... not something anyone has seen?"

*[*12:38 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "You would think so. And yet, we have."

*[*12:38 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir pushes herself farther back and stands, grinning, "Want to?"

*[*12:38 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "It was amazing."

*[*12:40 AM*]* DM*:* Safika just puts her hand up in a 'go for it' sort of gesture.

*[*12:41 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir does a little excited move thing but then stops, "Oh uh... the big one or the little one?" she kind of addresses everyone.(edited)

*[*12:42 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* "The little one Seir, we don't need anyone running over here because a giant dinosaur showed up in the gardens."

*[*12:43 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir kind of pouts, even if it's what she was expecting. "'kay." and shifts into the tiny turkey velociraptor, her clothes also falling to the ground.

*[*12:44 AM*]* DM*:* Safika's eyes go wide. "How... is that real?"

*[*12:45 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Seir is full of tricks up her sleeve"

*[*12:46 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "...figurative sleeves. As she will be naked pretty soon"

*[*12:47 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir runs in a circle a little, making tiny rawr sounds for fun, before shifting back and grabbing her cloak and tying it around her then taking the necklace and ring and putting them back on. "That might have just been an excuse to be more comfortable," she whispers to Gunnloda, taking her spot behind her again.(edited)

*[*12:47 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh is still recovering from laughing at Ravaphine but answer Safika, "they went on mission where their were dinos and well, Seir made friends with one of them and now she can shift into it. Pretty neat, huh?"

*[*12:49 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "And we didn't have to kill a single one the whole time," Nolanos says proudly

*[*12:49 AM*]* DM*:* Safika laughs. "That's a word for it."

*[*12:49 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "I healed a baby dragon!" She says excitedly, "... which is why I should not be in charge of that."

*[*12:50 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "I smashed my head on some rocks and she healed a baby dragon"

*[*12:50 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "I think that was the exact right thing to do, Seir."

*[*12:51 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "And you nearly scared me to death with that, Rav."

*[*12:51 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir snickers, "... we're probably lucky we weren't there longer. I might have brought a friend home otherwise."

*[*12:52 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh whispers to Safika while the others reminisce.

*[*12:55 AM*]* DM*:* Safika quirks an eyebrow up at Ryleigh and kind of smirks.

*[*12:55 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "That could've been fun, though who knows how the Moonstreams would've reacted..."(edited)

*[*12:57 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* "You act like Lady Cae would have allowed you to bring one back. She's almost as intense as I am."

*[*12:58 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "I wonder if they'd let me dig a thing for Stool." she says out loud, but is kind of talking to herself. "Oh.. wait... probably not."

*[*12:58 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* "Like she would have been able to react quick enough when we came back if we touched one"

*[*12:58 AM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda turns her head back. "A what, love?"

*[*12:59 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Like a... like an underground thing. A bit more space than the basement in the Cask."

*[*12:59 AM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda: "A cave?"

*[*1:00 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "I'd be willing to help with that, Seir. Er, if you need help of course."

*[*1:01 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "...Yes. That." she flushes slightly. "Well... I mean I don't think they'll let me, to be fair, but we'll see, I guess."

*[*1:01 AM*]* Ravaphine*:* Ravaphine goes to lay down in one of the tents but with her head at the entrance so she can still enjoy the company of her friends. She may or may not accidentally fall asleep though

*[*1:04 AM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda laughs. "Don't be embarassed. I promise not to tease you about not knowing *underground things* like you tease me about the outdoors, *sor'odko*."

*[*1:09 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "You can tease me anytime, *tor beag*" Seir whispers.

*[*1:07 AM*]* DM*:* Safika tilts her head a little and says something in Dwarven to Gunnloda. Gunnloda smiles and replies in kind.

*[*1:07 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh smiles, "*that's not fair, I didn't know you spoke Dwarven*" she says in elven.(edited)

*[*1:08 AM*]* DM*:* She laughs again. "I speak a lot of languages."

*[*1:09 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Oh no, now I really need to learn it." Seir says playfully dramatic

*[*1:09 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "*I have no idea what you guys are saying, but okay*," Nolanos says in Draconic(edited)

*[*1:10 AM*]* DM*:* Safika shakes her head. "That's one I don't know."

*[*1:10 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh starts to laugh and playfully nudges Safika shoulder, "look what you started, its like a language war."(edited)

*[*1:10 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "Nailed it," he laughs. "Draconic."

*[*1:11 AM*]* DM*:* She teases back with something in Halfling. Gunnloda counters with a chuckle, so Safika asks a question in something really harsh and guttural that sounds completely alien coming from her mouth and Gunnloda answers in kind.

*[*1:11 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "You were all speaking different languages, so i figured I'd join in."

*[*1:12 AM*]* DM*:* Safika, in Gnome: "*Yes, but do any of you know Gnomish.*"

*[*1:14 AM*]* DM*:* Ravaphine answers sleepily.

*[*1:15 AM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos smiles warmly at her.

*[*1:15 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir just sits there with a growing smile, running her fingers lightly on Gunnloda's wrist. "*I feel like I need to play along*" Seir says in Infernal, then switches to Abyssal, "*And yet not really, but I don't actually speak these often,*" she shrugs and switches into druidic, "*However now I need to know like 3 more languages...*"

*[*1:15 AM*]* DM*:* Safika puts her hands up in defeat. "Ok, you win."

*[*1:16 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* "I'm having fun." Ryleigh continues to laugh at everyone's language war.(edited)

*[*1:16 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir grins, "Sorry, didn't mean to, I just don't get to speak them that often."

*[*1:20 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Well... I might have... had a tiny bit of rebellion when learning spells because those are in Abyssal. Which kind of forced Mielikki to teach me some instead of the other druids." she laughs a little remembering their frustrations... and that they totally deserved her sass.

*[*1:22 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "Wait, as in the Goddess?" Nolanos asks in awe. "How many do you know, exactly, Seir?"

*[*1:23 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir nods, "Um... I mean... a lot now," she snickers tapping Gunnloda, "...but I've only talked to two of them."

*[*1:24 AM*]* DM*:* Amused, Gunnloda says, "Oh? Name two of the nine."

*[*1:30 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Olladra," Seir says pretty confidently, and then hesitates, "Uh...Arw... Araw...something." she mumbles.(edited)

*[*1:31 AM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda chuckles. "That's better than I was expecting. Arawai."

*[*1:31 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "You tried," Nolanos chuckles

*[*1:34 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Hah, well, you did mention one yesterday with the churros..." she frowns, "We should have gotten more to take with us."

*[*1:37 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "Oh wait!!" Nolanos gets up and rummages through his bag for a moment. "Aha! I don't know if these are still any good, but i kept the extras from last night."

Seir reaches for one of the churros, "Oooh yes! Did you want one Ryleigh?"

*[*1:41 AM*]* Ryleigh*:*  "no thanks guys."(edited)

*[*1:43 AM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos puts a churro on the stick he used for his sausage a nd earns up the sweet over the fire(edited)

*[*1:44 AM*]* Seirixori*:* Seir does the same, breaking it in half once it's done and offers it to Gunnloda.

*[*1:44 AM*]* DM*:* She takes it happily.

*[*1:45 AM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos makes sure to leave a churro for Rav when shes awake later.

*[*1:36 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh smiles at Safika and says, "I'm probably going to turn in soon, would you like me to walk you back? I don't mind."

*[*1:37 AM*]* DM*:* Safika smiles and pats her on the arm. "I'm sure I can manage, thanks."

*[*1:37 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "We have an extra tent if you like sleeping outside." Seir offers.

*[*1:37 AM*]* DM*:* She stands and shakes her head. "No, thank you. It was nice meeting you all, but I should probably get back. Thank you for letting me join you." Ryleigh stands too,

*[*1:39 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "Oh. Well, it was great meeting you, Safika."

*[*1:39 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Sleep well!"

*[*1:41 AM*]* DM*:* Safika bows her head to Nolanos. "You , as well."Nolanos bows his head in return.

*[*1:42 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh walks Safika to edge of the campfire light, "I'm glad you came." She smiles, "I'll see you around."

*[*1:42 AM*]* DM*:* Safika leans in a little closer to say something quietly to Ryleigh.

*[*1:45 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* You guys see Ryleigh shuffle awkwardly, the rub the back of her neck, she replies and when she comes back to the campfire shes blushing.

*[*1:46 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Feeling ok there, Ryleigh?" Seir grins, eyebrow raised, clearly teasing.

*[*1:47 AM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda: "I think the word you're looking for is 'flustered.'"

*[*1:47 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "So. Ryleigh. You two seem very close..." he grins good naturedly.

*[*1:48 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "So it *can* happen, who knew."

*[*1:50 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* Ryleigh smiles at them all and shakes her head, "we're just friends you guys, you're reading into it too much." Her eyes narrow playfully at Seir, "Gunnloda won't always be around."

*[*1:51 AM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda squeezes Seir's arms with her own. "Always."

*[*1:52 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Hah!" Seir sticks her tongue out at Ryleigh.

*[*1:52 AM*]* Ryleigh*:* "You're disgusting, it's adorable." Ryleigh smirks at them, "goodnight everyone."

*[*1:55 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "Night, Ryleigh."(edited)

"Night, Ryleigh!" Seir says, turning back and poking at the first with one of the sticks.

*[*1:57 AM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda: "We should probably turn in too. Sunrise will come quickly."

*[*1:59 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Mhm."

*[*1:54 AM*]* Nolanos*:* "Ryleigh's right, you two are unbearably cute together." Nolanos fake whispers, "keep up the good work."

*[*1:55 AM*]* Seirixori*:*Seir blushes at Nolano's words, "Thanks?"

*[*1:59 AM*]* Nolanos*:* He chuckles, "you're welcome? But seriously, you two are good for each other..." his joking demeanor softens into a warm seriousness. "Anyway, sleep well."(edited)

*[*1:59 AM*]* DM*:* "Good night, Nolanos."

Seir reaches back grabbing her clothes, "Sleep well, Nolanos."

*[*2:02 AM*]* Nolanos*:* Nolanos stands and stretches before walking to the tent Rav is in and quickly falls asleep

Seir moves back and stands, holding out her hand for Gunnloda, "Hey, you get a 'ceiling' tonight."

*[*2:01 AM*]* DM*:* Gunnloda stands with Seir and laughs. "Yes, but will you *protect me* still?"(edited)

*[*2:02 AM*]* Seirixori*:* "Nah." Seir shrugs, but then giggles, "The bugs and the animals won't know what hit them."

## Urica/Urethra

*[*8:24 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak walks up the old stairs of the Cask slowly, her heart beating wildly in her ears. She reaches the door and pauses for what seems like days. Eventually, she raises a hand and knocks.

*[*8:26 PM*]* DM*:* There's a bit of muffled movement behind the door, then a soft, "Who is it?"

*[*8:27 PM*]* Urrak*:* "...Urrak." she begins to worry her hands together

*[*8:30 PM*]* DM*:* The door opens, but she's not visible. She's standing behind the door.

*[*8:32 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak walks in slowly and turns to look at her "I'm so glad yer here, Mal."

*[*8:32 PM*]* DM*:* As you step through the door, she shuts it gently. She’s standing there holding her robe closed and clearly wearing nothing else, but rather than seduction, her expression is that of shaky determination. “Please… would you sit?”

*[*8:33 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak's face immediately flushes. Her mind goes blank for a moment before she stutters out "S-sure." she sits as instructed and looks at her with rapt attention.(edited)

*[*8:36 PM*]* DM*:* “You—” She clears her throat. “You said you don’t know anything about me. And… it’s true. I hide everything from everyone.” She bites her lip and looks down. “I’ve never had someone who… stayed. And you didn’t just stay… you fought for me. You’ve tried so hard to make me feel safe and wanted. I…” She takes a deep breath and looks up at you with watery eyes. “I don’t want to lose that. Please… give me a chance to earn it.”

*[*8:38 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak swallows hard. Words seem impossible at moment, but she pushes through. "I...O-Of course Mal."

*[*8:40 PM*]* DM*:* She lets the robe fall to her feet and her form shifts. Her skin turns a bluish-grey, her limbs get longer, she grows taller, her head larger. Her hair and eyes both turn pure white, then her hair recedes and her eyes grow larger. Her nose and breasts disappear, and her lips reduce to a simple line, nothing more than a horizontal hole in her face. She lifts her chin and swallows. She says in a voice you’ve never heard, somewhere between masculine and feminine with a strange rasp, “This is me. This is… the name my mother gave me was Alovar, but I used Kethra.”

“I— I’m not a good person. I’ve done… terrible things. Not just for safety or defense but for money, for sex, for anything that would make me feel like I had a place to belong. I never thought I could have a place where I was wanted and safe without stealing it from someone else. For so long, I would do *anything* to have a place where I just… wasn’t hunted. But this… here… with you… this is so much more. And… my first instinct is to do anything to keep it, but… I know that’s not what you want. It’s why I haven’t been Cyan since our first talk. I made that mistake with Rava— Ancy. I want to do better. To *be* better. I’m learning where the boundaries are. I can’t do ‘anything’… there are lines I shouldn’t cross and I’ll probably mess up… I don’t know what the lines are because I never cared enough to learn them, but please… I don’t— I don’t want want to lose this. I don’t want to lose you.”

*[*8:44 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Mal-K-Kethra..." she looks at her new form, and realizes how alien it is from the skin she knew her in. But in another corner of her mind, she realizes how brave this is for the changeling to do. She takes a breath. "Kethra, please, come here." she reaches out a hand.

*[*8:47 PM*]* DM*:* She steps closer, almost trembling.

*[*8:47 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Please I...I'm not gonna hurt ye." she keeps her hand outstretched(edited)

*[*8:48 PM*]* DM*:* She takes another step and puts her hand in yours.

*[*8:49 PM*]* DM*:* It's really weird... her hands are so disproportionate, long and thin, and her skin feels almost paper thin and fragile.

*[*8:51 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak pulls her gently forward, placing her other hand on the small of her back. Feeling her skin, she makes a note to be softer. She touches her forehead to Kethra's stomach. "I...need ye. Please...stay." her voice cracks a bit as she speaks.(edited)

*[*8:59 PM*]* DM*:* There's a raspy wheezing sound and her body shakes with sobs. She chokes out a 'thank you'.

*[*9:00 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak holds her closer, scared to let her go again. "I...thought I'd never see ye again. That'd ye'd left...because o' me."

*[*9:01 PM*]* DM*:* "You asked me to stay."

*[*9:02 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak chuckles a bit through beginning tears "Aye...I did." a sob wracks through her "I'm so sorry, Mal...I"(edited)

*[*9:09 PM*]* DM*:* She goes to touch your face and falters, then shifts back to Malica. She puts her hand under your chin and nudges your face up. "You didn't do anything wrong."

*[*9:13 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Mal I..." she reaches up to grab her sides, surprised somehow by her warmth. "O-or Kethra I...I reacted in the worst way t' ye...Please just...let me apologize?" a small, sad and slightly sheepish grin worms its way onto her lips.

*[*9:15 PM*]* DM*:* She wipes at her tears and it's like it's the first time she's actually looked at you since you got back. Her expression turns to worry immediately. "What *happened* to you? Do you need healing? Was it--"

*[*9:20 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Oh n-no, i-it's fine. I'm fine." She she rubs one of the woman's sides "I...got in a fight...with Brimeia and...almost died." she tries to end the sentence in as an authoritative voice as she can muster. "But, Ryleigh healed me! I'll just...look a fright fer a little while. I hope ye don't mind." she tries to joke but feels not so great about it moments after.

*[*9:22 PM*]* DM*:* She leans down and presses a gentle kiss to one of the swollen bruises then stands abruptly. "I-- I'm sorry. Was that too much?"

*[*9:25 PM*]* Urrak*:* "It's fine." she squeaks out "Jus' a lil tender." She pulls her back for a kiss "Be gentle with me, *lover*" she rasps the last word in her gnarled elvish. She laughs at it's cheesiness and at her horrible accent.

*[*9:37 PM*]* DM*:* She smiles softly. "I just... don't know where you want the boundaries to be drawn. I wasn't sure if that was too... intimate."

*[*9:41 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Don't worry, I'll...I'll let ye know. I promise ye. An-an I won't be mad at ye if ye do cross somethin'...This is all, very new t' me an' well...I'm probably jus' as scared as you." she kisses her again. "But...Please don't worry."

*[*9:45 PM*]* DM*:* "I'll try," she laughs. "I'm sorry. I was so... I had to get it all out before I scared myself out of it. I didn't even..." She looks at your face again and runs a gentle finger around the healthy edge of your black eye.

*[*9:51 PM*]* Urrak*:* "Please don't apologize Mal, y'didn't do anythin' wrong t' me..." she reaches up and squeezes her empty earlobes absentmindedly "I'm tryin' t' be better...for everyone's sake. An...I know ye are too." she returns her hands to Malica's hips. "I'm glad you stayed...an I'm...more than honored that ye showed me the you hidden under all this." she grips her tighter for a moment but soon relaxes "I can't imagine....how terrifyin' that had t' be." She moves back on the bed and motions for her to come closer.

*[*9:52 PM*]* DM*:* She does, letting you guide her.

*[*9:54 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak leads her on top of her and holds her close, her face nestling in her dark hair. "I...missed you."

*[*9:59 PM*]* DM*:* She smiles again and she tries to hide her watery eyes by burying her face in your shoulder.

*[*10:01 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak repeats the phrase to her as she rubs her back softly, her eyes closed tight "*I missed you*, *I missed you* , *I missed you*"

*[*10:05 PM*]* DM*:* "I missed you too." It's almost a whisper, but you can't miss it as close as she is.

*[*10:11 PM*]* Urrak*:* Urrak turns them over, and buries her face in Malica's neck. She kisses there softly and allows her hands to roam. A moment later she freezes, concern playing across her features "I-I...Is this okay?"(edited)

*[*10:12 PM*]* DM*:* Malica nods. "More than."

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