The Halcyon Girl Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 1 minute ago, Ookla the Inverted said: Ah. For once, I think I know how you feel. I was created to be a savior, to fight evil. And I can only assume that it was my repeated failure that destroyed almost everything I ever knew. Sometimes, people like you are put in the worst situations, and then they expect or are expected to handle them. When you make a mistake, it isn't viewed as a normal occurrence. It is viewed as a violation of what many have come to believe is a universal truth: that good always wins. I kept seeking them out. Joel, Taslin, Miria… and they always die anyway. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aspiring Archivist Posted November 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 1 minute ago, Ookla the BlowUpperOfStuff said: I kept seeking them out. Joel, Taslin, Miria… and they always die anyway. I'm sorry. I promise, I will do anything I can to help TAAron. You aren't alone in this. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranryu Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 3 minutes ago, Ookla the Inverted said: Ah. For once, I think I know how you feel. I was created to be a savior, to fight evil. And I can only assume that it was my repeated failure that destroyed almost everything I ever knew. Sometimes, people like you are put in the worst situations, and then they expect or are expected to handle them. When you make a mistake, it isn't viewed as a normal occurrence. It is viewed as a violation of what many have come to believe is a universal truth: that good always wins. 6 minutes ago, Ookla the BlowUpperOfStuff said: Haly laughed bitterly. No romance. Just… people. I try to save them. It never works. I quit and somebody recommended the clinic. I still wonder if I should have tried harder. Wynn laughed, a hint of bitterness in her tone. "Imagine having a life mission. You guys might think you've failed, but at least you tried, right? At least you can say you didn't sit and do nothing as your people were destroyed. This is why you're classified as heroes. You go and do what you can to make things better. And if your loved ones die, you feel pain. You feel sadness and regret. Take it from someone who can't fathom those emotions. It makes you a lot more powerful and meaningful. When you die, you can say that you did things. Made things happen." Wynn took a breath. "That probably came off kind of cold. Sorry." 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Halcyon Girl Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Ookla the Inverted said: I'm sorry. I promise, I will do anything I can to help TAAron. You aren't alone in this. Thank you. 4 minutes ago, Ookla the Obstinate said: Wynn laughed, a hint of bitterness in her tone. "Imagine having a life mission. You guys might think you've failed, but at least you tried, right? At least you can say you didn't sit and do nothing as your people were destroyed. This is why you're classified as heroes. You go and do what you can to make things better. And if your loved ones die, you feel pain. You feel sadness and regret. Take it from someone who can't fathom those emotions. It makes you a lot more powerful and meaningful. When you die, you can say that you did things. Made things happen." Wynn took a breath. "That probably came off kind of cold. Sorry." “No, that’s okay. But I’m not a hero. I’m just a failed hopeful who made a lot of people mad.” A familiar nine-year-old with a platinum-blonde hair bun with horn rimmed glasses, business suit, and clipboard walked up. “Is now a good time?” Edited November 27, 2022 by Ookla the BlowUpperOfStuff 1111 posts!!! Make a wish!!!! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aspiring Archivist Posted November 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 4 minutes ago, Ookla the Obstinate said: Wynn laughed, a hint of bitterness in her tone. "Imagine having a life mission. You guys might think you've failed, but at least you tried, right? At least you can say you didn't sit and do nothing as your people were destroyed. This is why you're classified as heroes. You go and do what you can to make things better. And if your loved ones die, you feel pain. You feel sadness and regret. Take it from someone who can't fathom those emotions. It makes you a lot more powerful and meaningful. When you die, you can say that you did things. Made things happen." Wynn took a breath. "That probably came off kind of cold. Sorry." Quote How did Wynn hear that? I thought it was communicated by thought. 1 minute ago, Ookla the BlowUpperOfStuff said: Thank you. “No, that’s okay. But I’m not a hero. I’m just a failed hopeful who made a lot of people mad.” A familiar nine-year-old with a platinum-blonde hair bun with horn rimmed glasses, business suit, and clipboard walked up. “Is now a good time?” Who's that? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranryu Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 1 minute ago, Ookla the Inverted said: Quote She was listening a little too hard. She won't be able to do that again. Also, can you guys please italicize communication with Tors so it doesn't get mixed up as easily? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aspiring Archivist Posted November 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 Just now, Ookla the Obstinate said: Quote I think it was italicized. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Halcyon Girl Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 2 minutes ago, Ookla the Inverted said: Who's that? Haly sighed. “Everyone, meet my caseworker, Essa. Hi, Essa.” Esa nods curtly. “Haly. I need to take you in for testing.” ”What? No!” Just now, Ookla the Obstinate said: Quote I was. I think. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranryu Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 1 minute ago, Ookla the BlowUpperOfStuff said: 2 minutes ago, Ookla the Inverted said: Quote Never mind I'm just stupid. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aspiring Archivist Posted November 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 3 minutes ago, Ookla the BlowUpperOfStuff said: Haly sighed. “Everyone, meet my caseworker, Essa. Hi, Essa.” Esa nods curtly. “Haly. I need to take you in for testing.” ”What? No!” Do you need backup or something? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Halcyon Girl Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 17 minutes ago, Ookla the Obstinate said: Quote No you’re not. Happens all the time. 14 minutes ago, Ookla the Inverted said: Do you need backup or something? No. I’m good. Essa sighed, tapping her foot. “Haly, be reasonable. Your magic has been… unstable lately.” ”No it hasn’t.” ”You went temporarily insane, had amnesia, caused two floods, and a large amount of roses.” Essa made a notation on her clipboard. ”I did not go insane!” ”You started spouting random poetry. Look, if you don’t want to come in, can I have a blood sample?” ”Fine.” 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aspiring Archivist Posted November 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 2 minutes ago, Ookla the BlowUpperOfStuff said: No. I’m good. Essa sighed, tapping her foot. “Haly, be reasonable. Your magic has been… unstable lately.” ”No it hasn’t.” ”You went temporarily insane, had amnesia, caused two floods, and a large amount of roses.” Essa made a notation on her clipboard. ”I did not go insane!” ”You started spouting random poetry. Look, if you don’t want to come in, can I have a blood sample?” ”Fine.” How does a blood sample help with magical issues? Invisible to others except for a faint ripple in the air, Tors hovered around Essa, somehow looking suspicious despite lack of features. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NameIess Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 @Ookla the Inverted Quote To answer your question about the void, how long it takes you to go insane probably depends on the person. Nameless travelled the void, and it messed him up a bit but didn't do any lasting damage. It would also depend on the Soulless you encounter, if you encounter them. Nameless jogged back to the group. "I finished up the machine to send us through." he gestured behind him, where a set of coffins hung out over the void, glowing with an ethereal light. "I put a weave on them that will make it appear as though we've left, while in reality the coffins are still there, hidden by an illusion. Sorry it took so long, I'm terrible at illusions. Had to go off my notes mostly." He turned, gesturing towards a chest lying on the ground. "I figured we could ask some of the people here to see us off, then tell them that the box contains the secret to bypassing the barrier and they can open it after we leave. opening or moving the box will trigger the mechanism, so they'll see us 'leave' and then activate the machine and send us on our way." 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Halcyon Girl Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 Just now, Ookla the Inverted said: How does a blood sample help with magical issues? Invisible to others except for a faint ripple in the air, Tors hovered around Essa, somehow looking suspicious despite lack of features. For tests. They test you to see if it’s dangerous. Essa drew a quick blood sample. “Wheres the boy? The one with the metals?” ”He fell in there. We’re still trying to follow.” ”I can’t interfere, Haly.” Essa raised her eyebrows. “I was trying to help,” Haly replied defensively. “I know.” Essa poofed away. Just now, Ookla the Untitled said: @Ookla the Inverted Nameless jogged back to the group. "I finished up the machine to send us through." he gestured behind him, where a set of coffins hung out over the void, glowing with an ethereal light. "I put a weave on them that will make it appear as though we've left, while in reality the coffins are still there, hidden by an illusion. Sorry it took so long, I'm terrible at illusions. Had to go off my notes mostly." He turned, gesturing towards a chest lying on the ground. "I figured we could ask some of the people here to see us off, then tell them that the box contains the secret to bypassing the barrier and they can open it after we leave. opening or moving the box will trigger the mechanism, so they'll see us 'leave' and then activate the machine and send us on our way." ”Coolio! Let’s go.” 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aspiring Archivist Posted November 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 I almost have him. The manipulator was frantically weaving strings in an attempt to reach the scholar with a physical connection. He held the metal shards in his hands, fresh blood pouring from his palms where they had been cut. TAAron awoke in the void. What happened? Did I fall into the barrier? Am I alive? The soul-pain struck him as it always did when he came to full consciousness. Ah, yes. I hope Haly and the others are alright. Now, where can I go from here? I should try to get to the Clinic... He would have jumped, if not for the absence of space around him. The Clinic? Where is that? How do I remember that? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Halcyon Girl Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 Haly felt the tingling again. How odd. “Um. Guys, sorry if you get poked with roses again.” 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aspiring Archivist Posted November 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 Just now, Ookla the BlowUpperOfStuff said: Haly felt the tingling again. How odd. “Um. Guys, sorry if you get poked with roses again.” Quote Is there an underlying reason that you have determined to cause the tingling? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NameIess Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 "Right. Everyone into the coffins. I'll go get someone to activate the machine." 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Halcyon Girl Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 Just now, Ookla the Inverted said: Quote Yep. I do. Ehehe. Haly started toward them. “We should probably hurry.” 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aspiring Archivist Posted November 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 Just now, Ookla the BlowUpperOfStuff said: Haly started toward them. “We should probably hurry.” Quote Why won't you tell me D: 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Halcyon Girl Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 3 minutes ago, Ookla the Inverted said: Quote Cuz I only have it sorta flushed out and stuff And is secret I can PM you tho I’m just a secretive person 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aspiring Archivist Posted November 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 1 minute ago, Ookla the BlowUpperOfStuff said: Quote Sure, you could PM me. Maybe I can help you flesh it out a bit. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranryu Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 13 hours ago, Ookla the Untitled said: "Right. Everyone into the coffins. I'll go get someone to activate the machine." Wynn looked at the coffins nervously. "Why coffins?" 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NameIess Posted November 27, 2022 Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 8 minutes ago, Ookla the Obstinate said: Wynn looked at the coffins nervously. "Why coffins?" "It was the only illusion I had enough notes on." 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Aspiring Archivist Posted November 27, 2022 Author Report Share Posted November 27, 2022 12 minutes ago, Ookla the Obstinate said: Wynn looked at the coffins nervously. "Why coffins?" I had the same question. Seems a bit strange to go on a dangerous mission and use coffins. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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