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Post by Terrestrial on Jul 26, 2010 0:34:59 GMT -5
Resplendent Fire 12,
*as she stood deciding between Manses, the woman fixed her pink eyes on them, her thoughts going back to what her Empress had told her. Her role as a Dragon-Blooded was pretty clear, in return for status as the historian of Imperveress and all of the cushy bonuses that entailed she needed to get married and have kids. Running a hand through her dark mud-colored hair she smiled some at the charm and mild flirtation that her newest Empress had bestowed on her while inducting her into the nation. A brow on dirt-colored skin furrowed as she made the choice, based purely on aesthetics, and marched towards her new home. Her body was sturdy-looking with smooth, flat muscle that only peeked through when she picked up her heavy bags and started the arduous process of moving in.
Apparently she was under the influence of Arachnia or any of the other Lunars who housed here, but that the Manse would be all her. Once she moved in she was supposed to report back to the Empress to get the hearthstone appropriate to the manse she'd chosen. As soon as she was done unpacking and making herself comfortable she planned on doing just that. After that started the fun stuff*
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Post by Ress on Jul 26, 2010 15:13:31 GMT -5
* A short haired man looked over a box of spears, carefully taking in the particular craftsmanship to see if these were all made from the same batch, or if they were the same design from different ore. He smiled when he came to the realization that these were mined from the exact same place, then brought his leg across the box, sending the transmutated box unworked planks off to the far side of the manses supply room and a pile of steel and copper ingots fell where there were thirteen spears... quite noisily in fact.
He nodded at the ingots, then heaved a sigh as he turned to gather up the ingots and placed them on the table with his alchemical supplies, prepping them for the procedure that he was to perform on them.
This man was built like a stone mason. Sturdy and well muscled from years of carrying heavy objects, not to mention having them fall on him. His skin was a deep brown, with features like that of a southerner. He was dressed in thin leathers and breathable cloths, the staple clothing of the big cities in The South.
He hummed to himself as he worked his alchemical procedure, taking the opportunity to both be of some use... and indulge in his favorite hobby*
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Post by Terrestrial on Jul 26, 2010 15:24:18 GMT -5
Resplendent Fire 12,
*partway through her unpacking the sounds started and the earth-toned woman looked out her door, trying to find the sound. If someone else was here she wanted to know, her unpacking could be finished later. Besides, she was most of the way done and could use a break. Following the noises she looked through the general area, knowing that it couldn't be coming from the other side of the house since she could hear them, she found a workshop area. It looked like there was all kinds of things in this manse, something she'd definitely have to explore later, and the noise was loudest here*
Hello? Everything okay in here?
*she stepped carefully through the doors, walking straight forward in case someone was hurt. Was it safe protocol to work alone like this?*
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Post by Ress on Jul 26, 2010 15:35:33 GMT -5
* He carefully set down the alchemical compounds he was using, then turned around.
when he saw the woman at the door, he smiled a little, then waved*
" I didn't disturb you, did I?
Sorry about that.. I just saw these weapons down here and noticed they had a nickel impurity... I was just separating out the steel from the impurity"
* he brought his hand back and slammed his palm down on the pile of ingots behind him, pulling his hand back to reveal a fully formed spear in his hands. he held it out for her if she wanted to look at it*
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Post by Terrestrial on Jul 26, 2010 15:43:12 GMT -5
Resplendent Fire 12,
Oh, not really. I was just unpacking and I thought maybe something had happened. There really are all kinds of places in this manse
*she watched as he beat the metal into a spear and clapped a little when he showed it to her*
impressive, I've never seen that done before
*she peered at the spear with interest, looking it over*
Well, I'm not a mason, but it looks well-made. Are you the armorer for the empire?
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Post by Ress on Aug 15, 2010 1:10:57 GMT -5
* He smiled, feeling this might be a good opportunity to show off. He pushed the pile of ingots off the table and onto the floor behind him, then brought the toe of his boot down on the pile, turning them all into spears which leaned against his back. he brought his hands behind him and grabbed them, before tossing them all in the crate he had found them all in.
He chuckled a little and shook his head, heaving a small sigh as he smiled at her*
" No, not yet at least. I am hoping to pick up where I left off in Paragon... I was an artificer there after all.
My name is Kenis by the way. Chosen of The Earth Dragon."
* He bowed to her, then began cleaning off the table he was working on. putting away his alchemical compounds*
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Post by Terrestrial on Aug 15, 2010 23:51:23 GMT -5
Resplendent Fire 12,
Impressive. My name is Ixele, also a Chosen of Pasiap. What's keeping you from taking the position now?
*Ixele leaned against the wall, folding her arms under her breasts and waiting for her answer. She seemed in no hurry for anything, content to just prop herself up on the side of the room*
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Post by Ress on Aug 16, 2010 0:29:56 GMT -5
* He shrugged, then hopped up on the table, taking a moment to sit after he cleaned it off*
" I have not yet brought it up to Emperor Ress. I know that I can not have any position of power without getting married... so i am going to wait until then to pose the question."
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Post by Terrestrial on Aug 16, 2010 13:05:24 GMT -5
Resplendent Fire 12,
So that is to say you cannot even try for the position if you're not married? What will you do if there are no women of your Aspect who are available, will you be doomed to a lower post for something not your fault?
*she considered her words, wondering if she was supposed to marry this man out of default or perhaps necessity on his part since she hadn't seen another Dragon around the empire besides this man. She had to admit that she had been hoping for a more spectacular scene, but reminded herself that while this empire was vast and empty in comparison it was still rich with history, and probably even some ruins. Maybe with that she could piece together a more fruitful image of what this place once was, and then as the empire grew she could do a comparison. That sounded promising, actually... She'd gear up and do that later, for now she was entertaining a guest and she had centuries to ruin-hop of she really wanted to procrastinate*
Unless, of course, you'd rather not get married
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Post by Ress on Aug 16, 2010 23:33:41 GMT -5
Resplendent fore, 12
* He shook his head, looking off into the distance as his mind wandered to the infinity of possibility*
" No, I plan on getting married... I am just waiting for the right one... I am very happy to have freedom for once in my life and would live to find someone who I will work well with... or perhaps even be paired with someone like that... so long as I get final say.
Really, I am just waiting for the proper time... not to mention person... besides, being single means more time to look over the ruins of this empire and discover what their crafts were like.. theories, architecture, lifestyle... maybe even find out how their creature comforts worked!... wouldn't that be a discovery?..."
* He smiled as he dreamed some more, goosebumps raising on his skin as he mused*
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Post by Terrestrial on Aug 17, 2010 0:42:08 GMT -5
Resplendent Fire 12,
*that caused Ixele to grin, the expression spreading slowly across her whole face*
I was just thinking of the ruins. It would be amazing to see what kind of history this empire has, what sort of things made the past in this place. It's tantalizing to think of the events that shaped such a vast place and what sort of power it wielded
*she looked slyly at Kenis, her head tilting to the side*
We should go together some time, pick the place apart. I'm sure we could find some exciting and wondrous things, especially if we work together
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Post by Ress on Aug 17, 2010 1:04:43 GMT -5
Resplendent wood, 12
* He hopped off the table, then gave a bow and held his hand out for her to take, grinning from ear to ear*
" well whats stopping us? Lets go see what those ruins have for us! I am ready if you are!"
* He tapped his foot to the ground, kicking up a little dust*
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Post by Terrestrial on Aug 17, 2010 1:14:38 GMT -5
Resplendent Fire 12,
Awesome!
*Ixele pushed herself off of the wall and patted her pants. Her face resembled Kenis's, bright and lit up*
Give me a second to grab a bag so I have something to put any finds in and I'll be ready
*moving faster than before she disappeared down the hall and reappeared a few moments later with a sack slung over her shoulder*
All set
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Post by Ress on Aug 17, 2010 1:30:47 GMT -5
Resplendent Fire, 12
"Then lets go!"
* He took her hand and lead her downward to the waterway*
" First step on the greater journey! Lets hope we find a replica of Liger's forge! or maybe even a Daiklaive that was used by a great lieutenant during the userpation! There are untold treasures we could come across!"
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Post by Terrestrial on Aug 17, 2010 1:51:02 GMT -5
Resplendent Fire 12,
Or even an intact nonfiction book or true account, Any document for that matter. Or the lost library of Kal Bax
*Ixele shivered a little in anticipation as they went off to rummage through ruins*
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