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Post by Fehafare on Mar 6, 2020 2:57:43 GMT
Two eye catching individuals casually walked down the street of a small European town. The man stood out for the fact that he wore a jacket with no shirt, rather liberally exposing his toned chest and abdomen. The sheer amount of jewelry and gold bracelets he was wearing also did not help with being inauspicious. His companion was a bit less extravagant in her dress, wearing a simple skirt, stockings and a blouse, but even then her tanned skin and odd markings on her face and hair ornaments made the locals turn their heads as she walked past.
Although the town was by no means anything special, the odd couple took in their surroundings with great interest. The girl in particular found herself stopping at every shop and practically pressing her face against the window, peering inside. The man was more reserved and occasionally found himself chuckling at his companion who was none amused at being made fun of. Perhaps if those around them knew that the two tourists were from four thousand years in the past, their odd appearances and behavior would make a bit more sense. Granted such knowledge was also bound to cause mass panic and hysteria so it was best left unsaid. Not that the man made it a secret however. Isidore was more than happy to let everyone know that he was a pharaoh. Of course his proclamations were never taken seriously and luckily the man took the jeers and mockery in good spirits.
Asnofre, his sphinx companion was a bit slower to adapt to the modern world. Or rather, she adapted remarkably well, and then she couldn't help herself but to be amazed at every aspect of modern life. Her curious and inquisitive nature both pleased and amused Isidore. The Pharaoh's royal upbringing as well as his access to the knowledge of the Book of Thoth made him less eager to gawk at every invention of cultural oddity they came across. Not that he wasn't impressed with what humanity had achieved in four thousand years, but his admiration and wonder were both subdued and silent, unlike Asnofre's.
"Look! Look!" the sphinx grabbed Isidore by the wrist as she stopped in front of a small clothing store. In the window was a simple yellow summer dress. The sphinx stared at it intently for a moment before beaming for a moment and taking a step back so that her dim reflection could seen in the shop window. The sphinx focused for a moment and then snapped her fingers. Although Asnofre remained unchanged, her reflection was now wearing the very same dress she had seen in the window. "Isidore look!" she called out to her Pharaoh once more, giving a small twirl.
Isidore looked at her bemused with a slight smile before shaking his head. "Asnofre, what did I tell you about willfully using magic while we're out and about among commoners?" although his words were meant to reprimand, his tone of voice was soft.
In an instant the false reflection dissipated and was replaced by Asnofre's actual appearance. "I'm deeply sorry my Pharaoh..." the girl apologized in a sincere and regretful tone, bordering on whimpering, as she cast her gaze down. She expected more stern words to come her way but Isidore instead laughed loudly before placing his hand on her head and gently petting the girl.
"Come now, don't take me scolding you so seriously all the time." as Isidore spoke Asnofre only offered a sheepish smile as a response. The two continued making their way through town.
Little did they know, they were not the only unusual individuals there that day.
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Post by othus on Mar 6, 2020 7:12:22 GMT
A journey between worlds, breaking the dimensional veil. Nelle had found herself stranded in another world,
Things were different for sure, everything seemed peaceful, everyone walked without a care for the world. No walled cities, no undead to be seen. The only thing around her were beautiful homes in a multitude of colors and cobblestone roads in the middle.
The girl from Centris had spent the last couple weeks helping at a local inn, the owner took her in and she worked in exchange for food, clothing, and shelter. the locals were already used to Nelle and they way she spoke, most naturally thought she had some sort of mental condition, so they treated her nicely for the most part, they even let her keep the sword on her waist.
Nelle walked around town again, her leather armor was a little uncomfortable to wear everyday, so she chose a light white dress this time, her sword howerver was something she would never part with. As the girl walked down the main road, she began thinking what to do next.
Apparently, tourists came from time to time, visitors from all over. As she looked at the stores in search of something to buy for dinner, she noticed two strange people in the distance. Tourists definitely, based on their exotic clothing and skin color. certainly rich ones too. Who else would wear all that jewelry so casually?! she walked towards them, surely travelers like them knew a thing or two about this world!
"Greetings, outsiders. My name is Nelle Auriga, I apologize beforehand for meddling in your stroll, perhaps you could hear my plea for a moment?"-She told the man wearing more gold than clothes.
Nelle looked away for a second, wondering how she could make them stay
"I-If you could give me ten...nay, five minutes of your time I would be most grateful for it, I'll even pay for refreshments for the duration of our talk"- She said as she pointed at a cafe shop right in front of her.
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Post by RedLenai on Mar 6, 2020 13:37:18 GMT
In the small European town, two individuals walked around the streets, touring the shops and having fun. The woman was dragging the boy who accompanied her to every place she find interesting. She was wearing a light blue t-shirt with jeans and white shoes, while the boy was wearing a camo -shirt, black cargo pants and boots.
Elatha met his nephew Andy a few days after she waked up from healing up the wounds caused by Fergus's possession, then; they've had a week meeting each other as well with Thomas. It was surprising for her how each boy had many similar things with their parents. Andy reminded her of Vladimir's older brother, while Thomas reminded him of the youngest. However the older boy except for the eyes had many similarities to Silé, his mother. With the younger boy it was a bit complicated since she didn't meet his mother, but the curls, green eyes and moles weren't part of the Kearney genes at all. She wanted to get to know each of them as they were family and spending time with each boy alone for a few days was the best way, as well... to avoid them to fight over her attention, even if it was only Thomas the one that clung to her the most.
It was true that they needed to save Derek soon and prevent Fergus from doing whatever his plan was... But without enough strenght or allies she was doomed. Gallerian was exhausted after healing her, and has been asleep for a few days because of that; it was the first time she saw an angel getting this drained. Not to mention when she was told by him that Thomas tried to help and fainted in less than a second, so her wounds were more than severe and it was almost a miracle she survived.
But she had to leave that aside! This trip was to focus on one of her boys!
They went inside a cafe to have something to eat. She could figure out a few things from the boy's preferences by ordering food.
Aunt Elatha... - The voice of the boy was strong, but inexpressive, exactly like his face. Only Kearneys could read their faces between them, any other person would have troubles figuring out their emotions, but Elatha was quite experienced with them.
What's wrong, Cosmos? - She asked him with a big smile, even if he didn't show it, she knew he was nervous around her.
Why do you call me like that? - He blinked, his vibrant blue eyes staring at her, trying to guess it by just looking at her.
Ya' see! There is a flower called like that, they are usually pink, but the orange ones are prettier, ya' remind me of 'em! - She answered, as their food arrived. She ordered a espresso with apple pie, while the boy had an oreo cappuccino with chocolate cake. When she glanced at the boy's order she couldn't help chuckling, Kearneys had a sweet-tooth.
Andy didn't answer back, he decided to eat his food. His face didn't show but he was embarrassed, not by being called after a flower as if it was a bad thing, it was the first time someone besides his friend and cousin Thomas called him pretty. He didn't knew how to take the compliment
The place wasn't too loud or too quiet, Elatha liked that and it was the right amount of sound to talk peacefully without being heard by the other people inside the place. However, she stopped sipping her coffee when she noticed there was a particular sensation outside of the place... it was powerful, and incredible amount of magic. She was wary tho, was it going to be a troublesome person? Or maybe someone she could recruit to her rescue team?
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Post by Fehafare on Mar 7, 2020 22:25:04 GMT
The two Egyptians were just about to cross the street when they were accosted by a somewhat strange girl. Well, she seemed a bit odd to Isidore at least, Asnofre was way too excited about the opportunity to interact with someone from modern times to notice or care that the girl wasn't wholly like the other common people of the town. The sphinx couldn't help but let her excitement show on her face, in fact she made no attempted to hide it. She was about to speak and wholeheartedly give in to the girl's pleas.
Yet, she thought better of it and paused. She shifted her gaze over to her Pharaoh, her face changing from one of pure enthusiasm to a slightly remorseful one. It wasn't up to her to indulge the girl. The decision was with Isidore and forgetting that would only cause trouble.
Isidore looked at the sphinx for a moment before laughing in his characteristic manner. To onlookers it might have looked as if he was mocking the girl or laughing at her, but the truth was that Isidore just couldn't help but be amused by his companion at times. Though Asnofre would at times pretend to be slighted by the laugh, she actually rather enjoyed the sound of her Pharaoh's laughter. Once more Isidore reached over to pet the sphinx on the head, and she accepted rather happily.
"Of course! Of course!" Isidore now turned to the girl who had approached them, accepting her request rather loudly. "Speak girl, for a pharaoh turns none away without hearing them out first."
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Post by othus on Mar 8, 2020 6:42:46 GMT
"I'm sorry, I didn't get your names?"- Nelle replied. she did not know what a pharaoh was, but she was already intrigued!
As they took a seat at the cafe, Nelle put her sword down leaning on her chair as she ordered the only thing she had tried since she arrived. a cappuccino. Once everyone had ordered something, she began to speak again
"My situation is a bit hard to explain, but I suppose you could call me a foreigner...I was wondering where do you come from and how did you get here? I just havent had much of a chance to talk with foreigners, and the locals while very kind seem to treat me with a bit of contempt"
Truly nobody would point out to Nelle where the bus station was, it was mostly out of protection, but that alone was enough to stall her journey for two weeks now. She was getting desperate and she needed answers.
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Post by RedLenai on Mar 8, 2020 17:10:43 GMT
As they ate, Ela and Andy continued to chat. There were many things they needed to catch up as they were family, even if for Andy he was an adult already and he also became independent from a young age as he had no parents to rely on. as they talked, Elatha taught him about the Kearney family, about how the boy was similar to his parent, how Derek resembled Vladimir, and Thomas his father. Even if Andy was the middle cousin, he and Derek had a similar relationship like their fathers, both of them argued a lot but somehow never stopped hanging out or interacting. As more clients entered the room, Elatha had a shiver that two really powerful people were there as well but probably they were just chilling like her. Andy by other hand had a strange sensation on his nose, he smelled sand and then a strange smell he didn't recognize at all. He grabbed paper and tried to clean his nose, maybe it was some dust or some strong spice in one of the dishes, he was sensitive with such stuff. H-Hey, be careful now, yer' making yer' nose red - Elatha tried to stop the boy by standing up and going by his side, she wasn't that tall to reach him. She checked on him to make sure he didn't wound himself but thankfully he didn't. Trying to move to her seat again she noticed that there was a girl who had a sword leaning on her chair. Going outside with her weapon would drag attention, Elatha decided to be wary about her. Was she some kind of bandit? Maybe some bussiness between her and the man that was more gold and shinny jewelry than a person? He was one of the powerful people she sensed before. As she sat she thought carefuly about it, the jewelry and power were probably a sign he was royalty as well... So she had to avoid him! She didn't want to have to start doing politic stuff!! But she needed a powerful ally to save her Son... uuuuuuugh!! Andy glanced at the face his aunt was making, motioning his body to where she was looking at made him assume something happened, getting up of his seat the boy approached the couple and lady. Inexpressive as always, he spoke to the man - Sorry to interrupt, but sir... please cover up your stuff, the reflection is bothering my aunt - He said pointing at his table, Ela was with her eyes closed but not by what the boy mentioned, but because she was thinking carefully what to do and was having a headache.
The vibrant blue eyes of the boy glanced on the girl that had a sword with her, she smelled particulary strange, there wasn't anything he remembered smelled like that. With the same poker face, he couldn't let escape his thoughts - You're strange
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Post by Fehafare on Mar 16, 2020 1:55:09 GMT
The girl did well enough to explain her situation... though she was more than a bit vague about it. Luckily for her, neither Isidore nor Asnofre were too keen on being suspicious and were of a mind to help. "You can call me Isidore. Me and my companion are foreigners ourselves, but I think we'll be able to help." Isidore spoke in a kind voice while nodding.
"I'm Asnofre. And oh, I know His Highness is humble in disposition, but don't forget to treat him with respect! Millions of people bowed down to him and worshiped him as pharaoh you know." Asnofre seemed like she couldn't resist adding that part. Isidore gave her a sheepish "please don't" look but said nothing. He had no issue with his title of course, he was fine with exalting it even, after all the station of a pharaoh was to be held in high regard, but Isidore understood that modern people had little understanding it for and he'd rather not push the burden onto a stranger in need.
Luckily for Nelle the two Egyptians had in fact arrived in the town by bus. Isidore was going out of his way to make sure the two experienced as many novelties of the modern world as was possible.
"We are... from Egypt is the best way to put it I think." Isidore told the girl. He had already confirmed that Egypt still existed, so the information itself shouldn't be too odd for the girl. In fact, judging from some comments he had heard in the past few days, him and Asnofre even had an appearance which matched their supposed country of origin.
Asnofre nodded at both Isidore and the girl. "Mhm... we're on a journey to see as many countries as we can. Uhm, we're taking buses and trains mainly. That's how we got here." Asnofre was a bit less confident in her speech, mainly because buses and trains were a bit of an oddity to her, whereas Isidore had gotten used to it all rather quickly. He was going out of his way to make sure they experienced as many novelties of modernity as was possible. His hope was Asnofre would get used to all of it herself.
Just before Isidore could speak further the group was approached by a young man who wanted Isidore to... cover up?
"Hm? Your aunt takes issue with me?" Isidore asked in a casual tone of voice. Although he was understanding in nature, his gold and gems were some of the few things he had leftover from his time as a ruler. They were one of the few things he was going to be stubborn about.
"I'm afraid I cannot help you with that. If it's any condolence, we don't intend to stay long. Whatever nuisance I'm causing will be gone in short time."
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Post by othus on Mar 16, 2020 2:32:54 GMT
Nelle's eyes widened when she heard all the revelations! first, she didn't know she could actually use buses and trains! second, apparently he was a great ruler of sorts! Their plan of traveling to as many countries as they could was also alluring! Perhaps she could tag along?!
"Then! Mes Isidore, Messa Asnofre, Is it possible that I-"
The girl from Centris was suddenly interrupted by a couple of individuals, she raised a brow when the man asked Isidore to cover-up, were manners non-existent in this world?!. Before she could even reply she was getting called strange by him!
"W-what an incredibly rude man! I will not tolerate any further insults!"- Nelle replied as she reached for her blade while blushing. what was he up to?! did he wanted to pick a fight with them?
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Post by RedLenai on Mar 16, 2020 15:48:45 GMT
The boy listened to Isidore's words, his expression didn't change even if his small request was rejected. Nodding at the man's words he recognized now that he was at a short distance that he could smell the scent of sand, and an unnatural one that most of powerful and ancient creatures had. However his attention directed to Nelle, blinking a few times, even if she reached for her blade the boy didn't stutter - I did not insult anybody? - He asked, same poker face as before but this time he glanced at nowhere, as if he was analizing his prior actions. He thought the girl smelled particulary strange, nothing from this world remembered him of that scent - Your smell... You don't smell like anything from this world - The boy said bluntly, still figuring out where he made a mistake with his words... He excused himself at first for interrupting their conversation, then made his plea... Was something else he was missing now?
When Elatha opened her eyes after her hard time figuring out what to do, Andy was already getting in trouble. She got up immediatly and went as quickly as possible to the other table. Teleporting was going to be even faster, but she didn't want to stand out in a small town.
What are you doing carrying a sword where everyone can see it?! This is not a place where hidden world creatures do as they please! - Ela immediatly warned Nelle as low as she could so no one else could listen to them, so she could put down her weapon - And what did you do? - She immediatly asked the ginger boy.
Andy blinked twice, far faster than before - I... thought the reflection of the jewels made your eyes hurt...? - He said, slowly pointing his finger at Isidore's attire. The older driaochta sighed as she scratched the back of her neck - I kept my eyes closed for other reason - She answered, as if the boy has said more than he originally did. It wasn't surprising that Andrew Starfield took after his father, the man used to have the same problems even back at the Kingdom so Elatha has learned how to handle this kind of misunderstandings.
Facing the pharaoh, his companion and Nelle again. The Queen of Driaochtas had to force herself to reveal her identity to make sure her words were sincere for an apology, she didn't want to anger someone as powerful as the dark skinned couple.
My, my... I must apologize, he is not good with words... you know? The more they smell like milk the younger they are - She bowed at them with certain delicacy - My nephew and I didn't want to cause you any trouble, if there's anything that the Queen of Driaochtas can do for you then I shall obey - She didn't want to go that far, but it was better than trying to water down Andy's rusty social skills. The boy kept his mouth shut. He had the feeling he made a terrible mistake, Elatha was apologizing for his behalf, similar as both Thomas and Derek when they hanged around... Of course, this didn't felt as bad as with the other two, because Derek would have starting yelling at him and actually try to pick a fight.
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Post by Fehafare on Mar 18, 2020 3:20:18 GMT
The young boy began justifying and explaining himself. Isidore didn't mind much, the boy's behavior was a bit odd but not infuriating. Asnofre made no secret of her dislike for Andy's rudeness however as she was practically staring daggers into him. Before she could start giving him a lecture Isidore spoke up.
"Please lady Nelle, show some forgiveness. It'd be an inconvenience if you were to start a fight in public." Isidore pleaded with the young woman just as another new person arrived. A woman had joined in their midst and began talking.
Given the familiarity the woman displayed with the boy, Isidore assumed she was the aunt he had mentioned. The woman both admonished Nelle for her casual brandishing of a sword, while also apologizing for her nephew. Isidore could tell that something was different about the woman. She was oddly familiar to him, yet he could not quite place it. At any rate she was vastly different from the other people Isidore had met in the modern world so far. If Asnofre had noticed the same thing she did not show it.
At the very end of her speech it became clear to Isidore why the woman had been so intriguing.
"A queen, of course!" he exclaimed while laughing. At one point, being surrounded by royalty was one of the most common things in Isidore's life, yet in the modern world meeting another sovereign was exceedingly rare. In fact the woman before him was the very first example of such a meeting.
"Please then, sit and talk. It is only right for two royals to engage in dialog."
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Post by othus on Mar 19, 2020 0:10:50 GMT
"Hidden what?"- Nelle said ever so slightly while moving her sword behind her. Isidore asking her to show forgiveness did the rest as the warrior from Centris took a seat again.
"Apologies Mes Isidore, I am just somewhat tired of being held in contempt."- She replied as she reached again for her coffee. The idea of Ela also being royalty made her raise a brow, how could it be that two different members of royalty met so casually?
"I apologize for my actions messa...?"-* Nelle held her speech so Ela could introduce herself, then she kept talking.
"Would it be improper to know more about your respective homes? On the land where i am from, it is very uncommon to see royalty without their guard and taking strolls so casually."
Nelle at this point was slightly skeptical of them. Isidore at the very least looked rich and powerful, but that woman had no indications of beign a queen, was the title diluded in this world?
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Post by RedLenai on Mar 19, 2020 0:45:31 GMT
Andy kept his mouth shut, he felt really embarrassed at the moment even if his face didn't show it. He started fidgeting with his hands as Elatha spoke to the people.
I'm glad the absense of a crown or a dress didn't make me look like a liar - She joked, taking a chair from an empy tablet to sit with the others, Andy followed her and did the same, even if he wasn't going to speak anytime soon. It didn't take long for her to sit and get already some questions from the girl that seemed to be a royal knight of some sort. Stretching her back a little Elatha spoke again - The name's Elatha Van Dercycle, no need of formalities at least with me! - She answered with a bright smile - The boy over here is my nephew Andrew Kearney, but he took after his mother's surname, Starfield
The boy bowed slightly and without making eye contact with anybody he spoke as well - My aunt comes from a Hidden Kingdom that is located on the Blasket Islands, Inishtooskert to be exact. I was born there, but I was... raised in Ireland - He didn't want to enter in many details about his private life, like he was an orphan and was forced to do military service in order to live until he was old enough to take care of himself.
Well~ - Elatha scratched the back of her neck - Monarchy is not that common in this world, I don't know about other lands but in mine is not a big of a deal, the Royal family can take care of themselves, we are trained as another member of the militia, paladin rank to be exact... I keep my identity to myself most of the time... Seems that outside my Kingdom the Title has some kind of weight on what some call the Social Pyramid...
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Post by Fehafare on Mar 22, 2020 21:34:03 GMT
Nelle seemed to be somewhat confused by the concept of the Hidden World. Isidore couldn't hold it against her, when he had first awoken in this time he too was taken aback by how far removed from magic and the gods humanity had become. Perhaps it was out of necessity, maybe all the technology and progress humans have claimed since his time came about only after the mundane and the otherworldly parted ways. It was only through the use of the Book of Thoth and through some clever questioning of the locals that Isidore came to understand the situation and what the term Hidden World actually meant.
"Hidden World. Magic and other supernatural elements are not widely known by the populous and are mandated to be kept a secret." Isidore supplied an explanation for Nelle. Truth be told he wasn't an expert on the subject himself, but he knew enough to discourage blatant uses of thaumaturgy in broad daylight.
Nelle continued, asking about their respective kingdoms. Ela was first to answer. Isidore was somewhat disappointed to realize that he did not recognize the land she spoke of. Of course, he imagined many a kingdom from his time had perished long ago. It was a particular delight to him to learn that Egypt still existed in fact. He was tempted to consult the Book of Thoth about Ela's domain, but thought it rude to do so in front of his interlocutors. Ela's introduction was humble, almost dismissive of her position. Isidore found it somewhat strange. A sovereign's station ought not to be diminished like that. Of course he understood that the modern world viewed things differently, in fact he was certain that if he were to return to Egypt and insist on being declared a pharaoh, he was more likely to be put away than honoured. Still, he would have to ask Ela about it at some point.
He wanted to say as much, to introduce himself in a manner that made it clear that what grand power he once held, had waned over the years with little of it remaining today.
Asnofre had other ideas.
"In the Kingdom of Egypt, Isidore is not just a simple king! He is a pharaoh!" Asnofre stood up as she spoke loudly, almost shouting. "He is not just our ruler, but an emissary of the Gods! He sees to it that Maat's order is upheld in all the land, he communicates with Ra and Isis on behalf of the people and he is Horus in the flesh, a god-king who governs the earth! Countless worship at his feet. Even I, a sphinx of great power and magic bow down to the Pharaoh!"
Isidore sighed. She meant well, she really did, but that introduction was way too much.
With a sheepish smile and his eye closed, Isidore gestured with his hands to tone it down. "Asnofre please... that was a long time ago. I cannot imagine the people viewing me as such nowadays."
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Post by othus on Mar 22, 2020 23:35:34 GMT
"I can understand magic being supernatural, but what's the problem with this? As a knight I would find it very difficult to part with my sword i'm afraid."- Nelle pointed at her weapon. even if it was made out Cibus, no one would notice as long as it was kept in its scabbard.
The introduction of Isidore took Nelle by surprise, maybe that little girl was lying, but Isidore's reply made it seem truly genuine. was she really having coffee with a queen and...a god? She wasn't a fan of titles, but she was aware that they came with power thus, they weren't something she could simply disregard.
"How long ago are we talking about, Mes Isidore? you appear to be a young man"- she inquired. Nelle knew more or less the time measures humans took, so she could now have a proper idea.
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Post by RedLenai on Mar 23, 2020 0:53:47 GMT
Elatha chuckled when Asnofre spoke so greatly of her pharaoh. It reminded her of how greatly Vladimir spoke about them to the visitors back in the past when some got the chance to visit the Kingdom almost 300 years ago. She felt nostalgic for a second. Clapping a bit she smiled at the sphinx - Oh, that's really a good introduction, if I were you I'll be flattered
Andy cleared his voice, he felt that maybe he could put his aunt into better ground by doing as Asnofre, only that he lacked that excitment and even the loudly volume - My aunt and our people come from Angels and Celtic Deities, powerful mythical creatures from the beginning of creation as well... From what I've been told by the guardian angels of the Royal Family - He remembered Gallerian mentioning about these things, even Derek knew about of the history of Driaochtas - She is a direct descendant of Uaithne Van Dercycle, father of Driaochtas, bringer of Peace---
Now, that's enough. Ye're not goin' to compare some barbarian to a God, ya' know? - Elatha interrupted the boy, she knew he didn't mean to compete against Asnofre, but she was sure that the way both Gallerian and Chloe, the guardian angels that supported the Kingdom from its origins, were fixated onto making Thomas, Derek and Andy feel proud about their blood. However, Driaochtas were seen only as another Celtic tribe, denied, forgotten and demonized by the Greeks, then the Romans and finally the Vatican and the whole Catholic and Christian religion.
She changed the topic so the focus wasn't on her.
The reason why you shouldn't keep your weapon visibly is to avoid attracting the attention of the common people, be it a gun, a sword, a spear, a morning star or other ones is a sign of insecurity, that you have to be wary that an enemy must be extremely closer - Elatha tried to explain Nelle in terms she could understand, it was hard for her to keep a formal speech - A Knight should know best to preserve Peace and don't bloom stress and anxiety on their people... one must follows the rules of the place they are steppin'
It has to be probably around... 4000 years ago, aye? - Elatha asked this time, she wasn't good with math but considering that she even had a long livespawn, it wouldn't be surprising that Isidore lived even longer than her. Exclusively after knowing he is in part, a God.
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Post by Fehafare on Mar 23, 2020 2:08:18 GMT
Sure enough, Nelle pointed out that she was weaving no magic or otherwise unnatural powers, but rather that she was simply carrying a sword at her hip. Luckily, Ela was there to provide an ample explanation for that as well. Isidore simply nodded along with the Queen.
"Indeed. This place, or rather this time, is far less violent than what me and Asnofre are used to. Displays of weapons in public are seen as queer and are often illegal as well from what I understand." he added. Isidore himself didn't see much sense in the laws but he understood that they must be obeyed. In his mind any man or woman ought to have the right to defend themselves, and without weapons the meek and small would be trampled by their natural superiors. Perhaps he could change things one day when he managed to amass some power. For now his main goals were still knowledge and the libraries of wisdom he believed to be scattered across the world.
In the current conversation his focus was far more on the explanation Andy had given about his aunt. So many unfamiliar terms which Isidore might have heard in passing, but hardly had a deeper understanding of. For a moment he felt as though him and Ela might share more in common than it initially seemed. Yet more things he wished to talk with the queen about.
Nelle had more questions of course, this time rather directly about Isidore. However, as before Ela supplied an answer, one which was surprisingly accurate.
"Give or take." Isidore added. "Tracking time across millennia can be somewhat difficult. And to be honest I cheated my way into this age... but I'm bound to live for yet another four thousand years, perhaps more if things go my way." he spoke as if it weren't important or notable, and really it wasn't to Isidore. Longevity and immortality were just means to an end. If he could accomplish all his goals by sunset, he'd happily lay down in a grave at dawn. But, such luxuries were not for him. He doubted that even the four thousand years Asnofre's spell granted him were going to be enough to do all he considered to be his duty.
He gestured towards his sphinx companion. "Asnofre is the same, though she is truly immortal and will go on until the earth beneath our feet is nothing but dust." Isidore spoke what were factual truth, but he did so with a sweetness in his voice. He knew Asnofre couldn't help but boast about Egypt and the little introduction was a small gift for her.
The sphinx girl blushed and nodded. "That's right! Only a great and immortal sphinx is good enough to serve a pharaoh, especially one as great as Isidore. Whether I'm immortal, or have a thousand lifetimes or only one doesn't matter, they all belong to him!" Isidore smiled and sighed at the response. Even when it was about her she somehow managed to turn it around and make it about him.
"What Asnofre said of me was the truth. But so were my words. It is the 21st century as the people of this time say, I doubt I could find even a handful of people who'd bow down in worship to me. Maybe it would be different if I were to display some of my powers but such veneration would like the sincerity the people of my time held." he clarified his position in the same calm voice he had been using up till now. The truth is that Isidore did not like how kings, queens and gods had fallen out of favour with the people. Much like the laws of weaponry he was hoping it was something that could be changed with time. But for now, he made peace with the somewhat sad reality that the modern times were simply not compatible with genuine worship of an earthly god or sovereign.
"Oh, I suppose it would be only fair to say that while few would recognize my status and position, the power which flows through my veins has not left me. In my time I was known as a sorcerer-pharaoh, and my magic has not waned since then, no, perhaps it runs even stronger now." Isidore laid out all his cards on the table. The people he ran into seemed open minded enough that he could share things like that, besides he had a feeling that none of them were quite "mundane" themselves. The line about his magic being even more powerful than it had been in the past was also true. It was a subtle change but one he couldn't ignore. He suspected it was a result of his extended proximity to Asnofre. After all, the sphinx's blessing was what truly made him a sorcerer with no compare in his time.
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Post by othus on Mar 23, 2020 8:08:27 GMT
"I am not ready to part with my sword, but I can enchant it to make it invisible, I believe that should suffice"- Nelle said, not really trying it right away as they were in public, but she made a mental note to do it as soon as she had privacy and time.
The idea of Isidore being thousands of years old barely even made sense to Nelle, Elatha's origin didn't seem any less grandiose either. As ridiculous as all of it sounded, she did her best to be open-minded.
"I apologize for all the misunderstandings, as you can tell I am not from here. not from this land, nor this world. I have traveled the veil between dimensions to arrive here"- Nelle stood up and knelt on one knee, centris style.
"Allow me to formally introduce myself: My name is Nelle Auriga, Dynastes Ensis Polaris, knight of the kingdom of Via. I am looking for a man who came from the same world as I, his name is Callis Nomene"- Once Nelle finished her sentence, she stood up, picking up her coffee to finish the last couple sips left.
"I wish to leave this town as soon as possible, Callis Nomene is definitely out there somewhere. What will you do?"- She spoke openly to all of them, if their objectives aligned in any shape or form with hers, she would be glad to accompany them some more.
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Post by RedLenai on Mar 23, 2020 14:48:04 GMT
Elatha nodded when the girl opted for hidding her sword. It was the best outcome if she couldn't hide it or summon it with magic.
Both aunt and nephew listened to the girl's introduction. So both of then were right about the scent they were smelling from her - That's why the u smelled strange... - The boy said bluntly, it made sense for him finally
Hey... you can't say it like that, if you did say somethin' like that before no wonder she got pissed at ya' - Elatha warned her nephew, it was logic that his own vocabulary as well as what caused lots of problems to him. She couldn't blame his blood tho...
Andy nodded and glanced at nothing again, trying to analize again his words to be careful next time.
Well, guess we are on the same boat! - The Queen of Driaochtas spoke to Nelle - I'm actually looking for someone as well, Vladimir Kearney, paladin and the father of my son. He was banned from my Kingdom by a cursed angel twenty two years ago so I need to find him as well
If Nelle needed to find someone and Ela as well needed not only to find Vladimir, but gather more allies. She had to keep that in mind. At least she could teleport all around the globe, so Nelle wouldn't have to worry about travelling expenses.
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Post by Fehafare on Mar 24, 2020 1:30:18 GMT
Nelle seemed to grasp the situation quickly enough and she even devised a solution on the spot. Isidore simply smiled without further commenting on the situation. Asnofre was the one to take note and speak this time however. The sphinx clapped her hands together as she addressed Nelle with a beaming smile.
"Oh! You can enchant things as well?" she asked, clearly excited to meet someone who practiced a craft similar to her own. Isidore already knew what was coming next. Stuff like this always gave Asnofre the urge to show off. It was particularly difficult given the Hidden World restrictions, so whenever they were alone Asnofre used her magic when given even the tiniest excuse. Still before the sphinx did anything Isidore took note of the young man's comment. Apparently he could smell if others were not from this Earth? A curious ability if a bit strange. He had to wonder then how Asnofre smelled to him. Nelle was also interesting since the girl was not even of this world. In fact by the sound of it she was even more displaced than Isidore or Asnofre themselves were. By the sounds of it both her and the queen were looking for people who were important to them. Isidore envied them and sympathized with them both at the same time. On one hand facing uncertainty when looking for someone dear must have been terrible, yet at the same time the thought of searching for a single person, while also knowing their name sounded like a far less insurmountable task than what Isidore had laid out for himself.
"I am in search of... important places you could call them. However the exact whereabouts of what I seek are rather vague and ill-defined. As such me and Asnofre are simply traveling the lands, looking for clues or perhaps for a guide to lead us to what we seek. I am also of a mind to return to Egypt at some point as I've business there to attend." as he spoke Isidore glanced over to Asnofre, only to notice that the sphinx was staring at him with big round eyes. She had been doing so ever since he had started speaking. The look on her face was well familiar to him, it screamed "Can I? Can i please?". Isidore sighed and then smiled before nodding at his companion.
"Go ahead show them, but make sure we're unseen."
The moment he spoke those words Asnofre's face lit up with a smile as she produced a small ornate mirror. The mirror itself seemed so thin and brittle that even a gust of wind would shatter it, but that was the point to begin with. The sphinx stood up and walked around, holding the small mirror in her outstretched hand until it was positioned so that the five of them seated at the cafe were all caught in its reflection. Asnofre whispered some words to herself and then crushed the mirror in her hand, letting the dust it produced scatter in the wind. Rather than simply fly away, the mirror dust swirled around them, producing a cloak that wrapped around them. From the outside things would look to passerby as they looked in the reflection of the shattered mirror, everyone retained the form they had at that moment.
Having ensured their privacy Asnore stood up and moved her chair out of the way.
She cleared her throat for a moment and with an outstretched hand pointed at everyone present she announced. "Behold the true form of one who server Isidore!"
With those words, in the blink of an eye, the girl change. Her human form dissolved like mist and in her place stood a mighty lioness made of shining stars and aether. Staring it her being one could glimpse the vastness of space, and looking long enough could convince someone that they could quite literally fall into Asnofre and be lost for all eternity. Her head was not that of a line but a human, at least in shape. It was smooth and made up of the same space vista as the rest of her body, lacking any distinct human facial features. On her head was the headpiece often worn by pharaohs, made of what seemed to be solid gold. Her paws and tail were also adorned with golden rings and perhaps most impressively on her back rested a pair of golden wings. All in all she was about as big as Isidore was, yet that was only a fraction of her true sized, but had she grown any larger she would have outstripped the illusion which surrounded their table.
Isidore smiled gently at the display but kept his arms crossed saying nothing. He'd let her have this moment.
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Post by RedLenai on Mar 24, 2020 16:34:17 GMT
Elatha observed as how the sphinx enjoyed the conversation about magic however what Isidore mentioned was quite more interesting, she also was someone curious about new places that could be discovered by traveling or were mentioned on ancient books. Asnofre was excited to show some magic, and so she did, she created an illusion. Revealing her true form, Asnofre stood proudly. Elatha's eyes were fixated on the constellations of her body while Andy's were wide open, he wanted to go back to the small inn he and his aunt were, to paint what he saw or try to create something from it.
Yeez, if ya' like this I wonder how cute a cub would be! - Elatha said with a great smile - When ya' have cubs tell me! I'll be their godmother!! - Nothing caught her interest the most than a being with bestial or animal traits. It was cooler than and less chaotic than the true form of angels.
Andy glanced at his aunt, it didn't took him long to know taht she liked children not to mention she already told him that if the incident in the Kingdom didn't happen, she would have at least another 4 children... He couldn't stand the idea of more Dereks...
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