Bighouse Logs 2020

Adrian — 17/01/2020

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[03:39]

Carolina led him to the porch of the Big House and invited him to sit right by her.

spooky clouds 🎃 — 17/01/2020

Lilith slowly walks in looking around the house, he's given up on reasoning and sits done near her

Adrian — 17/01/2020

“What is the last thing you remember before waking up in the graveyard?” she asked straight away.

spooky clouds 🎃 — 17/01/2020

"uhhh.. first off.. where am I?" He says surprisingly calm.. he then sits back on the chair he sat in and look over to her with a slightly confusing expression

Adrian — 17/01/2020

“Camp Half-Blood, a safe haven for demigods alike,” she responded. “And just an introduction, my name is Carolina Leising, daughter of Nemesis, Goddess of Justice.”

spooky clouds 🎃 — 17/01/2020

he nods slowly thinking "so.. your a demigod?" he thinks even more "I'm I demigod??" His mind is reaching new dimensions "huh" he seems speechless leaning further back into his chair only hearing about demigod as a myth and in old books "I'm.. Lilith.. I guess" he rubs his eyes before starting to look around the house

Adrian — 17/01/2020

“Mhm, and if you are able to cross that border, you are one too. I’m sorry, but really, it can be hard to believe.”

spooky clouds 🎃 — 17/01/2020

Lilith takes a moment to process this in his head, but shoves the thoughts down for later, he takes a deep breath and sighs "hmh.. so.. this camp.. how long have you been here, or how long do people usually stay" he trys to get his mind off the fact that hes magically teleported across the world.. to him this still could be a weird ass dream so he's kinda in imbo with his feelings (edited)

18 January 2020

Adrian — 18/01/2020

“I came here when I was fourteen and now, I’m around nineteen,” she replied. “Most of us usually stay here for as long as we can, because this is the only place where monsters can’t hunt for us, yet there are others, probably more mature, who leave in order to find new adventures or settle somewhere.”

spooky clouds 🎃 — 18/01/2020

he nods in response to her and looks off at the floor thinking, he then felt something in his pocket that wasn't there before.. he took it out and it seemed to be a small Polaroid picture of something, he looks at it and from the outside he seems fine except for the small about of water building up in his eyes, on the inside it's a different story, he takes a deep breath before standing up and putting the picture back inside his pocket "so.. do we camp outside?.. or are there houses that we stay in" he says as he picks up his backpack putting it on "I don't know how long I'm going to be here for" (edited)

Adrian — 18/01/2020

“We have cabins, as well as all the amenities, including free food whenever and whatever you want, as well as good company. You’ll also need to train hard if you ever want to survive combat if the time calls for it. Obviously, you’re welcome to stay for as long as you want.”

spooky clouds 🎃 — 18/01/2020

"I'm guessing theres other kids aswell" he put his hand to his head to see if it was still bleeding, it was not.. he looked in confusion for a moment before putting back in his pocket (ping me when you wanna continue) (edited)

Adrian — 18/01/2020

"Indeed there are," she responded with a nod. "I strongly suggest making friends with a couple of them so you don't feel bored at all. Any questions that you may have?"

spooky clouds 🎃 — 18/01/2020

Lilith thinks before shaking his head "not.. at the moment.. still just confused.. I guess it will come with time" he lightly chuckles at the idea of friends before sighing and looking out the window "point me in the direction of where ever I'm supposed to go and I'll get out of your hair" he gives off a very slight smile, his green eyes having a slight glow as he looks through the window out to the forest

Adrian — 18/01/2020

"Look forward to that. Anyway, you can pretty much go anywhere but..." she'll move to dig something out of her pocket, then would hand it over to him. "You can use this map to navigate around for the first couple of days until you're used to the layout. Have fun."

spooky clouds 🎃 — 18/01/2020

he nods, he takes and opens the map and situates himself to where he should go, he then reassures himself before putting the map in his pocket, he turns to the girl "thank you.. maybe well see each other again" he takes his hand out for a shake

Adrian — 18/01/2020

She'll shake it firmly. "Possibly. Kay, see you around."

spooky clouds 🎃 — 18/01/2020

Lilith would nod and walk out into the norther forest

20 January 2020

em — 20/01/2020

[23:21]

Sage arrived at the big house, leading Carrie on a small tour.

Droid — 20/01/2020

Carrie followed behind her, looking up at the house "Yeah, the name is definitely fitting."

em — 20/01/2020

"It's where Chiron lives, I think. Basically the head honchos run the gig from here. If you ever need to take anything super serious to the higher ups, you go here, I think. I dunno, I haven't had to use it." It seemed that 'I dunno' was some sort of catchphrase for Sage at this point.

21 January 2020

Droid — 21/01/2020

"Neat, I hope I'm never the super serious thing you know, getting trouble is no fun." She was stating the obvious but she really didn't care.

em — 21/01/2020

"Yeah, that's basically all this is used for," Sage said, thinking for a second about the next place to take Carrie. "Have you seen the mess hall yet?"

Droid — 21/01/2020

"I've been to a beach, the fire pit, and my cabin. That's about it" she shrugs, then thinks for a second "actually I've been to this house too. In other words, no, no I have not"

em — 21/01/2020

"Well, then that's our next destination. Follow me," Sage said, heading off towards messhall.

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sküei — 26/01/2020

[01:48]

Conan would lead Ellie to the front of the big house, but more so off to the side where the quest board was located. Here he showed her which paper was for the Rose quest, where if she looked she might find his name scrawled in surprisingly neat handwriting, 'Conan Evan Kent'. "It should be taking place around early February." (edited)

[01:49]

@JennMercy uwuwuwu

JennMercy — 26/01/2020

Ellie gazed around the large building, taking in as much detail as possible before turning her attention to the quest board. “Oh- Perfect! Let me just..” With curly handwriting and a heart above the ‘i’, Ellie signed the name ‘Ellie Burns’ just below the Rose quest.

sküei — 26/01/2020

He smiled, "Looks good, now while we're here I may as well show you around the big house. It's where you can find the infirmary, therapist office, and the library." Conan began walking up the steps towards the front door, holding it open for her to enter first of course.

JennMercy — 26/01/2020

“Surely they could have come up with a more original name for the place... no offence to whoever did that. The big house is called... ‘the big house’. Huh.” Ellie simply shrugged, giving him a soft smile as she entered through the open door. “Such a gentleman.” She commented with a giggle.

sküei — 26/01/2020

He felt his cheeks grow warm, and yet he wasn't sure why. Surely he couldn't actually have a crush on her, could he? He's never really had an interest in dating before... why did it feel so... unnatural? Even so, he followed her in and showed her where she could find both the infirmary, therapist office, and Chiron's office, before leading her into the library

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SPITE — 30/01/2020

[01:11]

Ohlind was just dressed in a normal plain black hoodie and some gray sweatpants he looked comfortable, he had a mug of coffee in his hand. He was looking over the map and was planning on where they should go and how he should lead the group because soon it will be his time to be one of the 'seekers' of the group. (edited)

commonscnse — 30/01/2020

Alex opened the door to the Big House, strutting in as he did so. He sauntered over to where Ohlind was, leaning against the wall.

"Find a new trip, yet?" Alex asked, smiling. His brown eyes sparkled, and it seemed like the sunlight shining through the window made his skin glow. As with all Aphrodite children, they looked good no matter what. This was the case to what others saw, but to Alex, he didn't seem that beautiful.

SPITE — 30/01/2020

Ohlind quickly turned around facing the male that entered the Big House, If Alexander was one to pay attention to detail he would notice that all and had a golden shimmering object on his hip. The object in question was a mask of some sort, Resembling the bottom half of a skull. "uhh.. I guess it's sort of a field trip... That hangs the balance of everyone's relationships on the line. Have you read the Iris?" He asked with curiosity, he seemed kind of knew where since he hadn't seen Alexander around... But who knows he could have been there long before him.

commonscnse — 30/01/2020

Alex smiled again, turning his head. "Not yet, just got back from-" He clenched his teeth. He's been here for a while, just exploring everywhere but Camp Half-Blood. Alex didn't want to lie, so he tried to use his charmspeak on the boy. "-visiting my stepmother in the city. It's been a while since I've started living here full time.." Alex used the tone of his voice to convince the boy that he was with his wicked stepmother. He eyed the glittering object. "What's that shimmering mask on your hip? Looks cool." He walked over, looking at the half mask.

SPITE — 30/01/2020

"Yeah it is pretty cool, but I wouldn't put it on in might kill you..." He didn't necessarily killer what his reasons were for being at camp, Not because he didn't care for others or he was being rude but simply for the fact of it wasn't any of his business. "It's always nice to visit family I guess..." He takes another swig out of his coffee mug.

commonscnse — 30/01/2020

Alex nodded, continuing to smile, as to seem polite. "So, what can you tell me about the Iris?" He asked, looking at the map. He hasn't really been keeping track, but today's a day to start.

SPITE — 30/01/2020

"So pretty much the Iris Oracle tells you everything about everything, it's the newspaper of this entire camp." He sits down on the table sipping his coffee cup. Ohlind mumbles to himself a little bit. "What an expert blacksmith..."

commonscnse — 30/01/2020

Alex laughed a little. He cringed at himself on the inside. "Not what the Iris is, what did it say recently?" He explained.

SPITE — 30/01/2020

"Oh so basically we got attacked by a bunch of fucking pigeons and poisonous vines... It was pretty much a shit show someone passed out but we all made it out alive." Ohlind explained briefly because a lot of there wasn't really that important.

commonscnse — 30/01/2020

Alex cringed. "Oof, that sounds bad. I haven't been on a quest in a while.." Alex said, continuing to observe the map

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Cero — 02/02/2020

Roe was in the foyer of the big house. He had only been inside once and was taking this opportunity to get to know the place. He was looking at the picture frames, relics, nic-nacs, and history of the room.

Valdez — 02/02/2020

Following the boy to the "big house", the little girl looks around at the camp. There were so many people here. It made her think of the time that she first heard about a strange camp in the woods and wondered if this was what they were referring to.

Bread — 02/02/2020

Pengiun walked up to the house and came to a stop in front of the door. "Here we are," he told her simply as he briefly glanced back at her. Knocking on the door briefly, he took a respectful step back and waited for the door to open. (edited)

Cero — 02/02/2020

Roe stepped up and opened the door, still chewing his marshmallow. “Heyoo.” He held the door open and let them walk through. “You can just walk in I think.”

Valdez — 02/02/2020

The little girl right away hides to the side of the door, out of sight of the new peson standing in the doorway. She gets scared too easily by any stranger who tries to get close.

Bread — 02/02/2020

Pengiun nodded quietly."Alright," he replied simply and gestured for Yui to follow him. "Let's go kid," he said to her simply as he glanced back at Roe. He briefly wondered if this was how she was going to respond to everybody as he waited for her to step into the house first. (edited)

Cero — 02/02/2020

Roe swallowed his marshmallow and smiled at the girl. “Hey, it’s alright. No one scary here, just a guy with marshmallows.” He held up a bag that he stole from Devin and held it out to the girl. “They’re all yours.”He looked up to Penguin, “come on in.”

Valdez — 02/02/2020

The girl peeked to see that no one else was coming out of the door and slowly revealed herself to the new person. Once she did, the quickly steps into the house, still a bit nervous about all of this.

Bread — 02/02/2020

Pengiun glanced at Roe again briefly before following after Yui, after Chiron briefed the girl he lead her back out of the house. "how you holding up?" He asked her calmly as he turned his attention to her.

Valdez — 02/02/2020

"I- I'm fine. . ." She nervously speaks as the girl slowly walked behind Penguin. Her bunny seemed to be looking around the camp because it's head was moving from lefto to right very slowly.

Cero — 02/02/2020

Roe watched the two leave. (Gtg anyway)

Bread — 02/02/2020

(We hadn't left the porch yet in case you wanted to still be apart of it but if you have to go then that how it be ig ) Stopping on the porch he glanced at Roe again briefly in acknowledgement before turning his attention back to Yui. "Your going to need to get cleaned up and you'll be in my cabin since your unclaimed as far as we know," he said thoughtfully. "How old are you?" He asked as he considered how long she would be in his cabin for.

Valdez — 02/02/2020

"E- eleven. . ." The bunny is now actually hugging Yui. It must sense how nervous she might be and the girl appreciates it as her expression doesn't looked as fearful as she did when she first got to the camp.

Bread — 02/02/2020

"Well since your not 13 I doubt you'll be claimed, though it's still possible. For now you'll room in the Hermes cabin," he explained as he stepped off the porch. "Come on," he gestured for her to follow him as he started to head to his cabin. "What's the bunnie's name?" He asked trying to get Yui to open up a bit, which was a bit unusual since he normally tried to keep social interaction as direct and quick as possible. Perhaps he still felt a little guilty for scaring her earlier.

Valdez — 02/02/2020

"They call him. . . Mr. Yohan. . ." She simply tells Penguin as the bunny waves at him. It seems he responds to the name Yohan. The stuffed anime then hops out of Yui's arms and starts to walk next to Yui, as if it was human like her. (edited)

3 February 2020

Bread — 03/02/2020

Pengiun shifted a little uncomfortable at the sight of the stuffed animal walking on it's own. It reminded him of horror movies and he wasn't sure how he felt about that. "Alright," he said briefly as he eyed the bunny carefully.

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Dinivision — 16/05/2020

[01:04]

"And finally, this is the big house. Hopefully you'll be able to get yourself acquainted in camp." Mathias dropped them off and turned to fly away, but paused and gave Pas one more bit of advice. "Oh, and this may be the safest place for Demigods, but that doesn't mean that it isn't 100% safe. Just letting you know." he warned. With that he flew off, leaving them to their own devices.

Spookwheat — 16/05/2020

"Au revoir, then." He gave a two fingered salute, then turned to Ciara "Not enthused with the tour?"

monarch — 16/05/2020

Ciara would have just yawned and then responded. "Tours bore me, just wanted to see what it was like to ride in a giant pink clam."

Spookwheat — 16/05/2020

"There are different pink clams which I prefer, personally." he chuckled (edited)

monarch — 16/05/2020

Ciara shrugged. "Well, it was something interesting to do, the Greek Camp has nothing fun to do around here. Other than training."

Spookwheat — 16/05/2020

He blinked at the lack of reaction to the euphamism, but carried on "Ah I'm sure I'll find something."

monarch — 16/05/2020

"Good luck with that." Ciara would place her hands in her pockets, starting to walk away.

Spookwheat — 16/05/2020

"Till we meet again." he gave another two fingered salute as she walked off

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monarch — 26/06/2020

Stepping outside of the bighouse, Calliope would have started to walk, moving to head back to her cabin.

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

Baptiste hopefully could catch the girl before she disappeared too far, "Calliope!" Baptiste called out rushing over to her, "Holy shit, that's why I know you," He said stopping in front of you, "It's so good to see you again, when did you get back to camp? It's been almost two years since you left and I...."

,Alex, — 26/06/2020

Woah look at that Brian got lucky and ended up finding where Baptiste duo ducked and dashed off to. Brian was interested now, he stayed behind peaking beyond the corner of the house listening in

monarch — 26/06/2020

Calliope would have swore to herself, as she turned towards him. “Since we kissed? Yea.” She responded.

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

As soon as she said "we" he attempted to cover her mouth, "Let's not talk here, people tend to gossip, let's go somewhere else,  the graveyard?" He proposed. (edited)

monarch — 26/06/2020

Calliope would have right away backed up, not wanting Baptiste to really uh-touch her. “What is there to talk about? We kissed, you got married, and I left. Nothing really much to say.”

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,Alex, — 26/06/2020

Brian covered his mouth as he eavesdropped not wanting to make a sound. This was wild he smiled with his hand covering his mouth with the turmoil {oh Baptiste you poor bastard}

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"You make it sound like you were the other woman, you left and I wanted love so I found it in Lucian, but you don't like that do you. That's why you're acting so upset. Do you still have feelings for me?" He asked curiously.

monarch — 26/06/2020

“What? No. God you always have to make things about you!” She responded. “I came back to see my friends. My Roman friends.” She said. Crossing her arms. “They left for Camp Half Blood months ago and I wanted to see them.”

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"Always? This it legit the only time I've ever tried to make it about me," Baptiste said before shaking his head, "Then I hope you have a good time back at camp."

monarch — 26/06/2020

“If you leave me alone it would be better.” Calliope responded, as she turned around to leave.

,Alex, — 26/06/2020

“Oh my god” Brian couldn’t help but whisper to himself after hearing this. He stayed to the wall as if he were stuck to it, if he were caught he’d be done for

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"God, sorry for trying to catch up with an old friend. When did you become so mean?" He asked shaking his head.

monarch — 26/06/2020

“People can change in a year and a half!” Calliope said, waving him farewell.

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"Yeah they sure can, you used to be really sweet," He said shaking his head, walking back to the infirmary, spotting Brian, "Were you...spying on me?'

,Alex, — 26/06/2020

Brian’s eyes went wide seeing he had been caught “well I’d say eavesdropping not spying but that’s not the point” he said trying to save his own skin “I mean you just sprinted off, I thought shit was gonna go down, how could I not follow and see what was happening you know?”

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"Yeah I know. She was an old flame of mine before I met Lucian. I've made mistakes, probably hurt her, when I chose my ex-boyfriend Daemon over her in the end and soon after she left. It makes sense she holds resentment towards me after that," Baptiste actually looked somewhat ashamed, "I was a stupid kid."

,Alex, — 26/06/2020

“Yeah, well we were all stupid kids in the past” he commented “well after seeing that it’s clear you don’t want her to stay hurt, but she doesn’t want to hear it, can’t blame her though. She probably felt betrayed when you picked Daemon. Betray scars hard” he sighed heavily saying it as he saw it “but it might not all be gone to shit. She must’ve say something in you maybe show it again and you can at least be civil”

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"Yeah, I guess I would've thought after nearly two years that she would've moved past it. I've changed, she's obviously changed. She used to be such a kind, gentle person. I don't even recognize here, which I'm sure is probably the point. She's not the old Calliope and I should forget the past and think of the future," He said looking at Brian, "And don't eavesdrop in the future."

,Alex, — 26/06/2020

“Anger lasts a very long time, I’d know” he sighed “well the sweet and kind Calliope sounds almost boring, this new heart breaker Cal sound more fun” he smirked “eh ill try force of habit”

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"Are you interested in her?" Baptiste asked with a raised brow, "Find her new attitude hot?"

,Alex, — 26/06/2020

“I haven’t even known her an hour, couldn’t tell” he said with a. It if a laugh “but you know me, always a flirt” he said smirking off to the right

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"I legitimately thought you might've been a homosexual," Baptiste joked dryly.

,Alex, — 26/06/2020

Brian raised an eyebrow and cocked his head to the side “I don’t know whether to laugh or feel offended”

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"I don't know, do you feel being a homosexual is a bad thing?" He asked.

,Alex, — 26/06/2020

"Nah course not, let people do what they want and like ya know" He responded quickly "I just didn't think  I gave off that impression I guess"

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"And what impressions do homosexuals give off?" He questioned, uh oh Brian was in hot water, digging himself in a hole.

,Alex, — 26/06/2020

"I- uh" Brian stuttered at first, now actually very worried, he was alright being called a sadist, but he wasn't a homophobe "Uhm good ones" He said quiet and hopefull he could get himself out of this "I mean like, what did I give off that made you think I was a homosexual?"

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"Do you have to do something specific to be a homosexual? Or can they just be normal people? Is it heterosexual until proven gay or can it be gay until proven heterosexual Brian?" Baptiste countered, of course he was fucking with Brian, but it was amusing to see him struggle to not fuck up.

,Alex, — 26/06/2020

"It is normal" He said firmly "I mean like, what does it matter if a lad likes other lads or girls, or like both. I mean it wouldn't bother me if a friend of mine was homosexual. Its nothing to dwell on like"

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"So you're a homosexual. Got it, thanks for clearing that up, I've got loads of guys from my cabin to introduce you to," Baptiste said wrapping an arm around Brian's shoulder, "Come on, let's get you laid," He said beginning to walk with Brian to the Hecate cabin.

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,Alex, — 26/06/2020

Brian stayed silent for a moment as he was walked off, he had no idea what to say that wouldn't worsen his situation "Wait no I didn't say that. Not that there would be anything wrong with it if I were but like.." He started to stumble with his words

Deleted User — 26/06/2020

"Hey! No reason to be scared Brian, your secret is completely safe with me, it's pride month you should get to be yourself. What happens in the Hecate cabin, stays there. You have my word, your homosexual nature shall not reach the Roman cabin, I know how military y'all are. We'll find you a nice Greek boyfriend, one of my siblings yeah?" He said not taking Brian's protests seriously, even though he knew the other wasn't gay, he thought it might be fun to mess with him a bit longer.

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,Alex, — 26/06/2020

"I- wha-. Uh okay.." He said in an almost confused tone as he walked to the Hecate cabin with Baptiste. He dug himself into this hole and there seemed to be no way out of it, it seemed. He would have to try and just go with it, seeing no way out. Maybe he could just vibe with the Hecate kids

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jshoey18 — 02/07/2020

John made his way to the large structure before standing at the door and knocking. He wasn’t exactly sure what to expect but he needed to talk to someone.

Lexolas — 02/07/2020

"Come in."

He could hear a dark, but friendly voice say from the inside. Though to anyone that has talked to Chiron before, he would sounds a little bit tired. Opening the door would show a brown haired man, a full beard, and the hair almost down to his shoulders. But his bottom half matched that of a white stallion.

jshoey18 — 02/07/2020

Pushing the door open John walked in and gently smiled. He had heard stories about the centaur and half way knew what to expect but it was still cool to see one in person. Especially one as famous as this one. “Hi sir. My name is John Ferentz, child of Vulcan member of the twelfth legion. I would like to talk about a few incidents a with you and see if you have any ideas to assist me in both resolving or preventing them.” (edited)

Lexolas — 02/07/2020

"Hey John, I'm Chiron. Continue."

He would say in-between the words that John spoke, a smile on his face.

jshoey18 — 02/07/2020

“Well, recently my brother tied to kill me but I kinda deserved it a guess. I’m just to stubborn to apologize when I don’t believe it. On top of that today alone two different huntresses attacked be because I made a horribly inappropriate comment that I apologized for. I’ll admit I was way out of line but one was ready to shoot me any the other one wants to castrate me.”

Lexolas — 02/07/2020

Chiron would listen closely as John spoke, scratching the back off his head, on further inspection some bags could be seen under his eyes.

"Then don't aggravate people you can't deal with? It seems like you agree that what you said was wrong, so then you should know that you should deal with the consequences. There's not really anything I can do, the hunters are out of my jurisdiction and your brother? Well I'd rather have you fix that yourself."

jshoey18 — 02/07/2020

“Yeah I knew I would have to fix my problems with Joe by my self but are you sure? There’s nothing you can do? Like a few words to Artemis or something? I’m really tired of them trying to hurt me it gets old after the first time.”

Lexolas — 02/07/2020

"Just stay away from them."

He simply replied.

jshoey18 — 02/07/2020

“And when that doesn’t work?”

3 July 2020

Lexolas — 03/07/2020

"Then try harder. You're dismissed."

He said, holding the door open.

jshoey18 — 03/07/2020

“Thanks for no help at all.” Standing he stormed out surprised more than anything that Chiron would allow this to brew in his camp

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SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

Parker sat against the outdoor wall of the big house, bored out of his mind and tuning his acoustic guitar. It wasn’t his instrument of choice, but since actually playing his bass posed somewhat of a risk, being that it was technology, he’d become significantly more proficient in some of the other instruments the people who raised him taught him to play.

Willow — 05/07/2020

Azalea stepped out of the big house, looking as flawless as usual. Every strand of her hair was in place, her makeup painted on perfectly. The Eris child’s outfit was fitted to perfection, almost like she just stepped off of a run way. She had a reserved smile on her features, not to friendly but it masked any other emotions the girl could be feeling. On her way out, she spotted Parker, and a smile immediately graced her lips almost out of formality. “Oh, it’s my favourite camper. How are you doing, gorgeous?”

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

Parker shrugged, still tuning his guitar. “I’m alright I suppose. Holding my own as much as possible given recent events,” he said, looking up at her. “And how about you, how’ve you been doing lately?”

Willow — 05/07/2020

Azalea was internally a little bit disappointed that Parker didn’t take the bait, but no matter. Without asking, she took a place beside him, and slid up close, examining his guitar. “Even better for seeing you, my darling. So, can you play?”

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

“I can, though admittedly it’s not my best instrument,” he said striking a chord and wincing slightly. Gods it had been ages since he tuned this thing. It might need new strings...

Willow — 05/07/2020

“I think you’re being modest.” Azalea stated with a slight smile on her features, her eyes melting into beautiful brown orbs of ‘kindness’. “Maybe it’s a little rusty but I think you can really play if you want to, darling.”

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

Parker shrugged, still attempting to tune his guitar. He struck another chord and nodded. He was almost satisfied with it, just a bit more work to do. “I suppose. I do have almost a lifetime of practice, if I’m being honest. You don’t have to just stand there, you know, you can take a seat if you’d like.”

Willow — 05/07/2020

Azalea smiled at the offer, sitting down directly next to him and sliding up against him, personal space was something that Azalea did not take note of ever. “I’m plenty talented also. However my talent is only for the select few that I let see.” Azalea’s smile turned into a smirk, a sultry look in her eyes. The words of choice made it very clear what she was implying.

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

Parker smiled slightly. He didn’t turn red, the implications didn’t exactly make him nervous. “Really? Well, I’m certain those you’ve shown those talents to consider themselves lucky.”

Willow — 05/07/2020

“Very lucky. Maybe if you are lucky I can show you...” The Eris child’s tone was smooth, she didn’t even think about stuttering. The confidence in her voice spoke volumes, as well as the look in her chocolate brown orbs and a hint of cheekiness in her lips, slightly quirked up.

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

“I don’t know if I quite believe in luck, myself,” he said with a smile, having finished tuning his guitar and beginning to play a wordless ballad. “But I won’t object if you do want to show me those talents sometime.”

Willow — 05/07/2020

“Hm. I like you... you seem like the kinda guy I can get along with very well.” Azalea commented, her voice turning low, into almost a whisper. She listened to the ballad silently for a moment, although she detested the void that is silence she thought it’d be better to listen. However, even her soul was slightly touched by the song. “I told you, modest as anything.” Azalea would’ve complemented him even if the playing sounded like a fish playing the instrument but the fact was indeed true.

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

He smiled slightly at the guitar. It looked old, definitely relatively beat up. He’d had it for almost a decade now, so it was showing obvious signs of age. Despite that, though, it still sounded incredible. “I tend to try my best whenever it comes to this stuff,” he mused, strumming the guitar once. “And I think I’ll get along well with you too, Azalea.”

Willow — 05/07/2020

“I can tell.” Azalea ran one very manicured finger down his jawline, her smirk growing. “Yes, I think we’re good for eachother now, aren’t we?” Her intent was revealed with every word, she slid closer to him. Her tone became more manipulating as she spoke. It was clear that she had practiced this before, many times. “We could have a lot of fun together...”

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

Parker noted the manipulating tone. A few suspicions he’d had being revealed. Not that he’d comment on it here and now. “Hmm... I think that depends on what kind of fun you’re talking about, Azalea.”

Willow — 05/07/2020

“The kind that we’d both like... we both enjoy very much...” Azalea looked away to fake a ‘coy’ look, but her cheeks never flushed. Embarrassment was for the weak, a waste of emotion. She was sure that the gene had turned off for her. “What do you think, Parker?”

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

“I think that sounds like a wonderful way to spend some time, Azalea.” He wasn’t embarrassed either, but Parker was a tough nut to crack in that regard. He didn’t fluster easily.

Willow — 05/07/2020

“Duly noted. We’ve make a pretty great team in all respects.” Azalea internally was grateful that he didn’t turn away her gestures. Her mini plan may work out after all. Then again, she was working it out as she went along but she was known for being a master at this sort of thing. “When you’re free, I’ll always be available for you.”

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

“I just so happen to be free now, if you’d like to go somewhere else?” Parker proposed. He genuinely didn’t have a whole lot to do lately, and it was kind of a struggle to fill the void of free time. He needed a sparring partner or something.

Willow — 05/07/2020

“Of course, my love. Turns out I have nothing to do either expect be with you.” Azalea removed a hand from his cheek and stood up, offering to help him if he wanted. “So where are we going, loverboy?”

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

Parker pushed himself to his feet on his own. He could be wrong, but Parker didn’t feel that her intentions were romantic. “Why don’t you decide that for us?”

Willow — 05/07/2020

Azalea let her hand fall back to her side, mentally questioning his decision, but breezed past it. If you spend too much time thinking you will have less time to destroy people. “A cabin will do... but I’m still staying in the Hermes cabin so it’s really crowded... and we would ‘t want that.”

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

“We can go back to mine then, if you’d like. The Hades cabin is usually pretty quiet,” he said, starting to lead the way.

Adrian — 05/07/2020

Okie dokies soooo... before Azalea said anything, whatever tf is Eris's claiming sign would appear on her forehead, and Azalea herself could see a reflection of it right in the sky. You're welcome :D

Willow — 05/07/2020

“Sounds good, sugar. Just one thing, what the hell is that sign?” Azalea looked up towards to sky, a perplexing look taking over. “Is that to do with... me?”

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

Parker nodded. Some things made a little bit more sense now. “That would be a claiming. Your godly parent has signified you as theirs. That would be the symbol of Eris, Goddess of Discord and Chaos.”

Willow — 05/07/2020

“That makes... a lot of sense.” A smile crept up on Azalea’s lips, turning to Parker again. “Nevermind that, I’ll move my things later. We were going to your cabin...?”

SyntheticGravity — 05/07/2020

Yep. Child of Eris made sense to Parker, too. He’d definitely seen Azalea’s type before. “Of course, follow me?” he asked, starting to lead the way once again.

6 July 2020

Willow — 06/07/2020

“I’d follow you anywhere, love.” Indeed, she did follow him, presuming to his cabin

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The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

After his dreadfully boring swim, Henri was buoyed but left unsatisfied. Having slipt into the big blue farmhouse, he'd pinched a deck of cards from whoever's stuff was inside he'd stepped back out onto the porch and was idly shuffling them whilst looking out at the Sound. (edited)

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

John walked in with his hand wrapped in a bandage as he left the infirmary. Stopping he looked into the big house. “Hey I saw you at the pool. I’m John what’s your name?”

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

Flicking his attention over to the new face, the shuffler stops and simply cuts the deck. With a bored drawl in his voice, the sticky fingered camper leans against the wooden railing. "Henrique, and you are...?" He seems prickly and annoyed, but his posture and expression don't close off anymore than he'd been before they exchanged names. (edited)

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

“John. John Ferentz.” He made his way into the room and took a seat on the couch before smiling. “So Henrique what brings you to the big house and what game are we playing?”

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

"Plenty of options, go fish, old maid, bullshit, ...Strip poker?" Henrique grins as he makes the last suggestion, the expression somewhere between a cruel leer and a playful smirk. It's not clear whether he's joking or not, but he leans in slightly to the other boy's response carefully. (edited)

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

John smirked slightly, he wouldn’t mind strip poker but he also didn’t do it in the big house. “I could go for some go fish. I would play strip poker but I only do that when there is atleast one Venus kid around.”

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

"Venus...guess you're one of those Latin military stiffs I've heard about. But sure let's play a round or two of go fish." Dealing out cards between them, Henri sets the deck of playing cards down, mindful of keeping them from blowing away or falling into any spaces between the wooden boards below. His comment, though worded sharply didn't seem as harsh as he probably could have been to John. (edited)

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

“Yeah I am. And we prefer legionaries just as I’m sure you prefer Greek over those Mediterranean asses.” He smiled as he opened the cards and hummed “You got a 2?”

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

"We're both Mediterranean asses, you know? But I acknowledge your point, Scutum. Not even sure my family traces all the way back to Lusitania as your legions named it. Lots of sacking and illiterate peasantry between then and now." Fishing out a two of hearts, Henri holds it out for the other boy to take. "Got a king?" (edited)

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

“Very true, and while my ancestors did call it Lusitania they also called where I was born nonexistent.” Putting down the pair he looked over his card before handing over the king. “You got a 6?”

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

Taking the king, Henri shakes his head. "Go fish. Hmmm, have an eight?"

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

“Go fish. You got a jack?” He lightly tapped on the table with his nails as they played.

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

Shaking his head, this time ruefully and with a wry grin, Henri sets down an eight of spades. "You're doing well. Aces?"

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

Shrugging John looked overmatched his hand and frowned. “Yeah” Handing it over he looked again “3s?”

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

Henri fished a three of diamonds out of his fan of cards. "Here. Why come here, was it stifling to be constantly in the structure of your camp?" after several rounds of go fish, a lot of Henrique's sharpness was worn off.  He'd even managed a small grin that didn't suggested he was considering ripping a throat out with nothing more than the mouth in question. (edited)

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

“I left because I got stabbed by my ex, the door he followed me here a few weeks later so now I don’t really have anywhere to go.” Sighing he set his cards down he looked at the other man.

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

"That's...a thing. The closest I ever got to loving someone and they've left me and Camp behind...they weren't wrong about it being me leaving them long before...I've been adrift since then. But without all the shit built up, I feel relief. It's a good chance for me to look at what I want in more than my usual selfish way." He also sets his cards down, sensing the card game has reached an end.

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

“It really is a thing, and I’m sorry to hear about your.....lover? I’m sorry I don’t know what to call it. I kind of should take a step back from dating but at the same time I don’t want to. You know what I mean?”

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

Henri shrugs at the idea. "Almost. But I don't see why you wouldn't wanna step back and reassess your tactics. You can only throw yourself at a wall so many times before you break your bones. I guess you must be the doggedly stubborn type though, whereas I'm more of a way finder rather than a way maker. I do get the idea though, not like you have much left once you've already lost. However it's gotta be hard, especially with an ex you still having to live with. I've seen plenty of relationship drama boil over in boarding school, what with being unable to go away and let things go."

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

“Yeah. At this point I swear my life is turning into a soap opera. Get stabbed by and ex, come here find someone I like only to have them break up with me, that one was actually my fought I push it too hard, and then fall for someone else only to have them say not interested as I was ready to take the next step. I mean it wasn’t her fault but at the same time it hurts that I went and got attached when I feel like she knew for a while it wouldn’t work and could have told me.”

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

"All that's left on your shitty love bingo card is falling for a lesbian or someone who literally has no attraction to guys. I respect your persistence in constantly looking for love."

jshoey18 — 08/07/2020

“Pretty much. That and a guy, but who knows maybe I’ll find that sooner than later.” He sighed then laid down on the rough floor. “Is it natural to be throughly exhausted all the time? Like I swear even after I sleep I’m tired.” (edited)

The Prophecy — 08/07/2020

"Plenty of good looking guys around Camp, probably comes with the gods being the idealized human form. Venus the image of feminine beauty, Juno the model of wifely grace. Apollo and Mercury the "twin" peaks of youthful masculinity. Not that any other diety is a slouch, but those are of course the ones the poets and writers make especial note of. Virgil's passages on Aeneas in Dido's Carthage spring to mind." Henrique shrugs. "You're not awful, I suppose. I guess I wouldn't mind if you called me Henri. But that'll mean you're stuck with my friendship."

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SyntheticGravity — 13/09/2020

Out for his now-regular nightly run was none other than everyone’s favorite friendly neighborhood Nico Karolina, child of Psyche. He’d had a pretty laid back day, spending most of it admittedly reading on the beach and listening to his siblings talk about mundane events he’d missed in his time back home. Gods, he’d missed it. As always, his metal arm was mostly obscured by a workout sleeve, aside from the hand which was a little harder to conceal, as gloves were always either too bulky or threads kept getting caught in the joints. Alas, here he be, vibin on a jog.

Willow — 13/09/2020

Azalea was aimlessly strolling around the big house, a neutral expression on her features. She knew it was getting late but she didn’t want to go back just yet. She was wearing the same outfit as earlier, however she looked just as good. As she walked, she saw Nico jogging, and tried to not draw attention to herself. Usually she would be doing the opposite however he was the one guy that she did not want to see.

SyntheticGravity — 13/09/2020

Ahh yes. Avoiding the problem. That’s always fun. It’s a shame though, when the problem can notice you. He paused for a moment to catch a breath, and when he looked up, he saw a fairly familiar looking entity walking nearby. “Azalea?”

Willow — 13/09/2020

Well, fuck. She took a deep breath, and looked up, showing her beautiful features and dangerous eyes. “Yes, it’s me. Nico, right?” She would ask, playing dumb. It was the first thing she thought. “What do you want?”

SyntheticGravity — 13/09/2020

Nico shrugged. “I don’t know. It’s been a minute. You doing okay? Still... y’know. Going about things the wrong way?” She was fairly good looking, but Nico didn’t seem fazed. His romantic interests were elsewhere, specifically in his fiancé.

Willow — 13/09/2020

“I’m doing fine, why does it concern you what I do and how I feel?” Azalea snapped, rolling her eyes. She gave up the act, it bored her since she uttered the first sentence. He clearly remembered every aspect of their conversation and so did she. All she was worried about now is how he felt about it.

SyntheticGravity — 13/09/2020

"Because I know what it's like to fear losing everything. But manipulation isn't the best way to go about that." He said, gripping the wrist of his metal arm, a nervous tick he hadn't done in a long time. Since before he'd lived two lives, when he didn't know who he was.

Willow — 13/09/2020

“Listen, I don’t know where you made up all that stuff from but it certainly isn’t me. Have you seen me? I’m beautiful, every guy or girl’s dream. I come from a wealthy family and I’m pretty smart. What could be wrong with my life. What could it be?” Azalea started talking alarmingly fast, like she was just making up excuses and saying whatever people usually wanted to hear. No one usually told her this amount of honesty and it kinda shocked her to the point where she had to prove them wrong.

SyntheticGravity — 13/09/2020

Nico stood fast, not really flinching at the excuses. "You don't need to lie to me, Azalea. It's not like I'm going to tell anyone. Your secrets are yours, just because I know them doesn't eman I'll share them," he said, with a heavy sigh.

Willow — 13/09/2020

“I’m not lying.” To the naked eye, it would seem that way. She mastered the talent of lying when she was very young. So Azalea took a deep breath and told Nico that. However she knew that Nico knew the truth, and he probably was going to keep his word. The fact just unsettled her. “How did you find out these... lies?”

SyntheticGravity — 13/09/2020

“It’s... hard to explain. I read people’s souls. It’s a child of Psyche thing. I sense them at a cursory level, and admittedly yours was... malicious, at a surface level. You didn’t seem that way, but I’ve been through too much to not be careful. I wasn’t expecting what I found, though.”

Willow — 13/09/2020

“Malicious at a surface level?” Azalea questioned, blinking in confusion, although really she knew exactly what he was talking about, she just didn’t want to face it. She fiddled with her hair and put on a cold gaze, waiting for him to explain. (edited)

SyntheticGravity — 13/09/2020

Nico sighed. “The soul is a complicated thing to explain. Everyone has one, and the best way to describe it is... a reflection of one’s true self? I guess? It’s the you that you really are, whether you want to face it or not. I, as a child of Psyche, can souls, and subsequently people, and their intentions, without thinking about it. It just sort of happens. When I say your soul was... malicious at surface level, I mean that while I didn’t know your exact intent, I knew it wasn’t... good, per se.”

Willow — 13/09/2020

Azalea’s beautiful but harsh gaze turned into one of slight worry, although she hid it well almost immediately. “You still don’t know anything about me. Who I am, what I do and why I do it. You’re in no position to judge me, or tell me if I’m wrong like you did when you first saw me.”

SyntheticGravity — 13/09/2020

“Maybe not. I was a little bit harsh, I’ll admit that fault,” he said, holding a stern look. “But I stand by what I said. If you really are that afraid of it, then manipulating people is not a great way to go about getting what you want. Some day someone that isn’t me will learn the truth, and it’ll all fall apart around you,” the child of Psyche said, his expression softening a bit. “And believe me, it’s never a fun experience. If you ever need someone to listen, and I mean genuinely listen, not someone you can feed lies to, all you need to do is let me know.” He was genuinely concerned for her, he had shared her fear once, and maybe still did.

Willow — 13/09/2020

“You don’t understand.” Azalea snapped, before taking a deep breath and continuing. “It’s always worked before. It won’t fall apart now. It can’t. I won’t let it, and I won’t have you giving me second doubts.” Azalea firmly stated, looking into Nico’s eyes for a reaction.

SyntheticGravity — 13/09/2020

There wasn’t one. This girl didn’t scare her. He was missing over half an arm for gods’ sakes. “Fair enough. My offer always stands. Good luck, Azalea. I genuinely hope that things don’t fall apart for you.” And with that, he started to make his way, walking gingerly at first, before breaking into a run when he was a bit beyond her. Unless he was stopped of course. (edited)

Willow — 13/09/2020

Nico wasn’t stopped. Azalea had nothing else to say to him. All she did was stand there in shock, then mild amusement. Who did he think he was to make her doubt herself. He couldn’t possibly be speaking the truth...right? She shook her head, let out a laugh and starred walking to her cabin.