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you opened your eyes, spreading it wide
THIRD QUARTER ALLEGRO
While our newly-arrived wizards have been settling in, learning their magic, and getting to know one another, the sage and their mentor have been busy with a different kind of work behind the scenes—bureaucratic work. It hasn't been particularly exciting, but it has paid off.
Because now, the world is ready to receive them.
Put on your finest clothes, because Granvelle Castle invites you to a welcome ball in your honor.
Didn't bring any fine clothes with you? No need to worry—specially chosen tailors from Central Capital have been commissioned to take care of you, and they will be visiting the manor to get you gussied up in the fashion of your choice for the day (by this, we mean feel free to pick whatever fancy clothes you want for the ball).
As the sun sets on the designated day, all the residents of the manor make their way to the castle. Granvelle Castle stands proud in Central Capital, its lights a beacon in the darkening city, and its doors open to outsiders for the first time in weeks. Upon arrival they're greeted by brightly lit halls, welcoming staff, and a grand ballroom, windows flung open to let in the spring breeze and pale moonlight. Everyone and everything seems determined to make this a cheerful affair, despite the underlying sense of dread and tension.
Live music fills the air, played the greatest musicians in the world. There are some larger ensembles, solo acts; some pieces are of more traditional folk dances, while some are slower, and some are upbeat and avant-garde. Regardless, the floor is open for dancing—grab a buddy and dance the night away!
Lining one wall is a long banquet table, filled with plenty of food and drink, both alcoholic and non to sate the new arrivals. The hors d'oeuvres and small plates comprise an array of delicacies from around the world, with everything from savory lobster bites to the sweetest portions of tres leches you have ever tasted. It seems someone has also put in a specific request for Japanese food—a part of the banquet table has been set aside specifically for Japanese dishes, and this includes small portions of ramen. There also seems to be a plate on the far end of the table filled with lovingly stacked pieces of charcoal... Is that meant to be food?
You aren't the only ones in attendance tonight. Representatives and dignitaries from around the world are also present—they have quite a lot to say about the unusual situation, and they are most curious about these otherworldly individuals tasked with fending off the moon under their national banners. The most dignitaries are from Central, West, and East, while there do seem to be a few representatives from the less populated North and South. Those from Central, West, and South in general seem to be the most social, while the rest are more reserved. There are also a few of the castle staff that seem (begrudgingly) willing to speak with the new wizards. Most are here to chat and mingle—lend them an ear, you may learn something new...
For those tired of socializing, the ballroom opens out onto a breezy, spacious balcony. It looks out over the main thoroughfare leading to the main castle entrance, and the nighttime lights of the Central capital twinkle in the near distance. For those that would rather take a breather, there is a small patio table and a couple of chairs. Despite the waxing moon in the sky, it is a very nice evening.
Because now, the world is ready to receive them.
Put on your finest clothes, because Granvelle Castle invites you to a welcome ball in your honor.
Didn't bring any fine clothes with you? No need to worry—specially chosen tailors from Central Capital have been commissioned to take care of you, and they will be visiting the manor to get you gussied up in the fashion of your choice for the day (by this, we mean feel free to pick whatever fancy clothes you want for the ball).
As the sun sets on the designated day, all the residents of the manor make their way to the castle. Granvelle Castle stands proud in Central Capital, its lights a beacon in the darkening city, and its doors open to outsiders for the first time in weeks. Upon arrival they're greeted by brightly lit halls, welcoming staff, and a grand ballroom, windows flung open to let in the spring breeze and pale moonlight. Everyone and everything seems determined to make this a cheerful affair, despite the underlying sense of dread and tension.
Live music fills the air, played the greatest musicians in the world. There are some larger ensembles, solo acts; some pieces are of more traditional folk dances, while some are slower, and some are upbeat and avant-garde. Regardless, the floor is open for dancing—grab a buddy and dance the night away!
Lining one wall is a long banquet table, filled with plenty of food and drink, both alcoholic and non to sate the new arrivals. The hors d'oeuvres and small plates comprise an array of delicacies from around the world, with everything from savory lobster bites to the sweetest portions of tres leches you have ever tasted. It seems someone has also put in a specific request for Japanese food—a part of the banquet table has been set aside specifically for Japanese dishes, and this includes small portions of ramen. There also seems to be a plate on the far end of the table filled with lovingly stacked pieces of charcoal... Is that meant to be food?
You aren't the only ones in attendance tonight. Representatives and dignitaries from around the world are also present—they have quite a lot to say about the unusual situation, and they are most curious about these otherworldly individuals tasked with fending off the moon under their national banners. The most dignitaries are from Central, West, and East, while there do seem to be a few representatives from the less populated North and South. Those from Central, West, and South in general seem to be the most social, while the rest are more reserved. There are also a few of the castle staff that seem (begrudgingly) willing to speak with the new wizards. Most are here to chat and mingle—lend them an ear, you may learn something new...
For those tired of socializing, the ballroom opens out onto a breezy, spacious balcony. It looks out over the main thoroughfare leading to the main castle entrance, and the nighttime lights of the Central capital twinkle in the near distance. For those that would rather take a breather, there is a small patio table and a couple of chairs. Despite the waxing moon in the sky, it is a very nice evening.
If you would like to have a chat with an NPC, then please respond to this comment. NPCs will be assigned randomly if no preference is given. While everyone has something valuable to say, they're not giving potentially sensitive info out for free—let's hope your diplomatic skills are up to snuff. We're doing our best to give everyone meaningful conversations, so please bear with us!
JOB BOARD
Rejuvenation. Thanks to your Southern friends' hard work, the South has been saved from a potentially devastating crop failure, and these fledgling towns can continue to grow as they're meant to! Give them a pat on the back and a round of applause.
But the South is not without its scars. While the root cause has been taken care of, the damage has been done. A town's wheat field has been partially destroyed—help them tear out the blackened, dead wheat, till and fertilize the soil, and replant what can be replanted. The City of Clouds, the most prosperous of the Southern settlements, have also offered extra tools, hands, and seeds to help set the town back on the path to recovery. Transport these supplies to the town. Let's hope your broom skills are up to snuff too, because it's a long ride.
But the South is not without its scars. While the root cause has been taken care of, the damage has been done. A town's wheat field has been partially destroyed—help them tear out the blackened, dead wheat, till and fertilize the soil, and replant what can be replanted. The City of Clouds, the most prosperous of the Southern settlements, have also offered extra tools, hands, and seeds to help set the town back on the path to recovery. Transport these supplies to the town. Let's hope your broom skills are up to snuff too, because it's a long ride.
Shadows in the night. The residents of the Central capital have recently been reporting eerie sightings after sundown: shadowy figures lurking in corners, the constant feeling of being watched, and, in some extreme cases, these shadowy figures attacking when traveling alone at night. Many reports seem to indicate an odd concentration of these creepy figures lurking around the Granvelle Castle moat, as though trying to find a way into the castle. Residents are understandably frightened and unnerved and cannot go about their nightly business—beat back what shadows you find and make the streets safer for the Central capital residents.
While physical attacks don't seem to do much against them, they dissipate rather easily under magic. Try not to wear yourself to the bone, though—there are a lot of them.
While physical attacks don't seem to do much against them, they dissipate rather easily under magic. Try not to wear yourself to the bone, though—there are a lot of them.
Escorting nobility. The Eastern Blanchett noble family have called an important meeting, inviting nobles and others of import from across the Eastern Country. However, their castle lies beyond Sherwood Forest, a very large, dense, and deep wood—while a fine natural defense for the Blanchett family, it's a bit of trouble for those looking to visit. While the Blanchett's own forest guard is absent, it is your job to safely escort these nobles to the Blanchett abode, and back out. But be careful: lurking in the shadows amongst the trees are all sorts of territorial predators like bears and wolves, not to mention the magical beasts that sneak up on unsuspecting prey. You may come across a brigand or bandit or two, since the forest is a near perfect hiding place for illegal activity. And please—try not to get lost.
Typical of any Easterner, the nobles are reluctant to make much small talk and are a bit suspicious of the new wizards, but they are otherwise pleasant and will generally comply with most requests.
Typical of any Easterner, the nobles are reluctant to make much small talk and are a bit suspicious of the new wizards, but they are otherwise pleasant and will generally comply with most requests.
WANDERER TASKS
Can you go a week without ruining food or the pots and pans? Stop being so wasteful and learn how to cook or stop trying.
Learn how to use magic to repair things. Again, if you're going to keep ruining the kitchen at least learn how to put it back together.
TATARA ACTIVITIES
I need milk. I'm trying to perfect latte foam art, but I haven't really gotten the hang of it yet... I used up all the milk (oops, sorry!), so I need more. Actually, could you grab me other kinds of milk while you're at it? I want to experiment! I'm sure other markets in the farther reaches of the world will have weirder milk... Please!
We should start a veggie garden! Or an herb garden? Doesn't matter! I found a nice sunny patch of grass in the training forest—we could dig up that spot, right? Help me get it set up! I need people to dig, and till... Oh! We need seeds to plant, too! Please and thank you~
OOC NOTES
🌙 Welcome to your second event post! Get out your snazzy outfits. It's time to party.
🌙 As you grow into your magic, your character might start realizing they can differentiate between everyone's magic. Everyone has a unique signature, and you may be able to start sensing who cast what, where. Someone put a magical seal on the kitchen door? Smells like Shinjiro's magic. Akira had some of Solomon's sugar? You can sense that, too!
🌙 As you start getting past the basics, your character might realize they have a much easier time with certain kinds of magic over others. For North, this will be offensive and attack spells; for East, this will be intricate seals and curses; for West, this will be manipulative magic like illusions and transformation; for South, this will be healing, purification, and protection. Central? A little bit of everything. Read up on your country if you need a refresher!
🌙 It's been peaceful at home in the manor thus far, hasn't it? Do you think that will last?
🌙 Your OOC plotting post is here! Remember to keep all wider plotting contained to the OOC post, since not everyone checks plurk or discord frequently.
🌙 Our next group to go on their mission is Central. Be ready, heroes...
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Jing Yuan catches sight of this, and comes closer to observe the result of all this, as well as checking for any wounds on Leo. Once he is certain that there is not, well. Time as ever to move onwards, right? ]
You performed well, Leo.
Shall we continue escorting our fellow allies here onwards?
[ The two in question look a little shaken, but at least the threat is taken care of for now. ]
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[ They COULD, but Leo isn't going to suggest it...after all, he doesn't actually want anyone to get hurt?
Minus the bandits. The bandits can get hurt. ]
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No, not at all.
As you might surmise, being a disappointment or worse can't quite be something that will pan out well for all involved.
[ The Easterners seem to at least be listening to the two's conversations closely. Perhaps they do appreciate the two after all...
Jing Yuan will begin to start them off again. ]
All things considered, even with the moment of excitement just a scant second ago, I have to say matters have been progressing well.
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[ Leo + directions are not an OTP. He's totally relying on Jing Yuan for this part. ]
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[ It's probably like, some amount of feet away, judging by the appearance of some bushes conveniently up ahead! ]
See?
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[ He really wasn't paying attention. ]
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How does that sound? After all, I don't believe we will need to shadow them anywhere else.
[ So once they drop off the two nobles, they're done! Speaking of which, at this time, they do emerge from the bushes.
The two nobles are quick in their thanks before hurrying off. Quietly. Wow, look at them go... ]
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[ @ Leo Tsukinaga: leave Sena ALONE. But since he's wandered off to a different country before without noticing and just texted his fellow Knight to come collect him with nothing more than a selfie...
Yeah, it's for the best he wants to look around WITH someone. Or he'd just get himself lost permanently. ]
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[ Clearly, Jing Yuan doesn't mind it much either. ]
Ah, at least you sound quite familiar with certain aspects of advanced technology. But, that aside, Sena is your dear friend, yes?
[ Though as they're talking, the two are probably going to figure out (or be reminded) that the nobles are gonna need to be escorted back. But that's a problem for future them, right? They can look around the Blanchett place for a bit for the spontaneous field trip things, checking out how nice everything is, and all that. ]
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[ Leo finally gained 1 kg after this happened because Sena forcefeeds him. He's still the lightest weight Knight regardless of that... ]
But advanced technology - there do seem to be a few people who don't know what things are, huh? I mean, it's kind of hard to explain when I don't know how it works beyond that it does!
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[ Is he now...Leo, why are you like this?? ]
That's right. Some are from worlds that haven't had the opportunity to produce such technology as of yet.
...At least with certain devices, explaining can be easier. Particularly if they're smaller.
[ As opposed to cars or spaceships..... ]
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[ He loves them a lot and they're like...100% of his self control actually... ]
Hm, but you know...thinking about it, I've heard a lot of unfamiliar terms for other worlds too??
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[ Leo's self-control in people form... ]
Perhaps that isn't too surprising, either. There tends to be differences in technology here or there; or rather, certain elements, aspects, concepts, or other matters.
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[ It's fine, Tsukasa did want the crown. ]
What's something unique to your world, then~?
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[ Interesting...well, idol stuff is mostly beyond him because he doesn't tend to know much about it. ]
...I'd say spaceships that are capable of traveling far distances in space; particular the fleet of ships known as the Xianzhou Alliance. I've yet to meet anyone who would be too familiar with the concept, or have anything similar.
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[ Moving on - ]
But more importantly - have you met aliens, then?!
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[ Why is West full of people with chess motifs/chess players, this is so funny. ]
You could say I have. The Xianzhou Alliance is home to a variety of different species.
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[ But he used to be something else. ]
What kind of species?! I wanna hear all about them!
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[ Jing Yuan actually imagined something else, so therefore the question... ]
Well, speaking of those native to it or commonly seen, there are are humans, short-lived and long-lived [ this is a very basic description, since long-lived ones are exclusively native and short-lived usually Not ], Foxians, and then Vidyadhara. I don't suppose you've heard of the latter two at all?
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[ Short and long lived...Leo tilts his head to the side. ]
Hm, unless foxians are kitsune then...nope!
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[ Just a little curious, is all. ]
Foxians are individuals with fox-like features. So, they have very fluffy tails and ears upon their heads; otherwise they appear like humans for the most part. They tend to live longer than short-lived species in general, though not too long.
Vidyadhara are a draconic species who live long and persist through cycles of rebirth. They come in various appearances, and can sport dragon-like features, though that can be relatively rare.
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I only took that throne because someone else wanted me to. The weight of the crown was always a little too much for me. Suo, that kid - he loves that kind of thing, it seems. No matter what it is, he never bows to it. I'm a lot more breakable, you know.
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For a moment there was a pause, but Jing Yuan is at least listening closely.
...Only because someone wanted him to, huh? ]
Responsibility can be often a heavy burden to bear; even moreso when one has no intention of taking it for their own selves.
[ He knows that keenly himself. Jing Yuan didn't become General because he was aiming for it, after all. ]
It's good that you are comfortable where you are now in the sense of matters back home, however. Instead of in a position you never had any true desire to undertake.
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[ As for the question, Jing Yuan gives a nod. ]
That's right, I am.
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