Through the Living Hope Posted May 22 Posted May 22 4 minutes ago, Through the Living Shadow said: “Yeah! You don’t seem like you need my help, then.” She turned to @Through the Living Hope. “Now… you need help!” She grinned widely. “Come on come on come on!” She turned, and walked through the door. Her eyes narrowed a bit.
CoderDrag0n8 He/They Posted May 22 Posted May 22 10 minutes ago, Through the Living Shadow said: “Yeah! You don’t seem like you need my help, then.” She turned to @Through the Living Hope. “Now… you need help!” She grinned widely. “Come on come on come on!” She turned, and walked through the door. "Do I follow too?"
Through the Living Shadow he/him Posted May 22 Author Posted May 22 10 minutes ago, Through the Living Hope said: Her eyes narrowed a bit. She rolled her eyes. “Yeah. Come on. It’s not like you have a choice. The word of an Underburdened is like law, except if it contradicts your mentor’s—my—word, and that is overruled by the word of a Burdened.” 5 minutes ago, CoderDrag0n8 said: "Do I follow too?" “Nah, you get the grumpy one.”
Through the Living Hope Posted May 22 Posted May 22 38 minutes ago, Through the Living Shadow said: She rolled her eyes. “Yeah. Come on. It’s not like you have a choice. The word of an Underburdened is like law, except if it contradicts your mentor’s—my—word, and that is overruled by the word of a Burdened.” “Nah, you get the grumpy one.” She rose and followed. “Thought you were saying you didn’t want me to.”
CoderDrag0n8 He/They Posted May 22 Posted May 22 40 minutes ago, Through the Living Shadow said: She rolled her eyes. “Yeah. Come on. It’s not like you have a choice. The word of an Underburdened is like law, except if it contradicts your mentor’s—my—word, and that is overruled by the word of a Burdened.” “Nah, you get the grumpy one.” "G-Grumpy one?" John looks around.
Through the Living Shadow he/him Posted May 22 Author Posted May 22 17 minutes ago, Through the Living Hope said: She rose and followed. “Thought you were saying you didn’t want me to.” “No, I said that you were incompetent. There’s a difference, though it can be difficult to define with matters of divinity.” She adopted a high voice. “But luckily for you, I have decided to shelter thou under mine wing.” 16 minutes ago, CoderDrag0n8 said: "G-Grumpy one?" John looks around. The taller woman scowled at him. “Me. I’m stuck with you.”
CoderDrag0n8 He/They Posted May 22 Posted May 22 7 minutes ago, Through the Living Shadow said: “No, I said that you were incompetent. There’s a difference, though it can be difficult to define with matters of divinity.” She adopted a high voice. “But luckily for you, I have decided to shelter thou under mine wing.” The taller woman scowled at him. “Me. I’m stuck with you.” "Hi!" He waved excitedly.
Through the Living Shadow he/him Posted May 22 Author Posted May 22 8 minutes ago, CoderDrag0n8 said: "Hi!" He waved excitedly. She sighs and waves back tiredly. “Technically, I can leave until her highness here moves on.” The girl scowled when she heard the words.
Through the Living Hope Posted May 22 Posted May 22 19 minutes ago, Through the Living Shadow said: “No, I said that you were incompetent. There’s a difference, though it can be difficult to define with matters of divinity.” She adopted a high voice. “But luckily for you, I have decided to shelter thou under mine wing.” The taller woman scowled at him. “Me. I’m stuck with you.” “Just because I don’t think the same way as you do doesn’t make me incompetent.”
Through the Living Shadow he/him Posted May 22 Author Posted May 22 Just now, Through the Living Hope said: “Just because I don’t think the same way as you do doesn’t make me incompetent.” She sniffed. “Come on now!” She walked through the door.
CoderDrag0n8 He/They Posted May 22 Posted May 22 3 minutes ago, Through the Living Shadow said: She sighs and waves back tiredly. “Technically, I can leave until her highness here moves on.” The girl scowled when she heard the words. Quote I can leave? who is saying what pls help
Through the Living Shadow he/him Posted May 22 Author Posted May 22 Just now, CoderDrag0n8 said: Quote There are two woman—the younger one, who chose Hope, and the older one, who was forced into choosing you. The older one can’t officially choose until the younger leaves the room with Hope—you don’t know where the “exit” leads, except that it’s not where you entered.
CoderDrag0n8 He/They Posted May 22 Posted May 22 2 minutes ago, Through the Living Shadow said: 5 minutes ago, CoderDrag0n8 said: Quote There are two woman—the younger one, who chose Hope, and the older one, who was forced into choosing you. The older one can’t officially choose until the younger leaves the room with Hope—you don’t know where the “exit” leads, except that it’s not where you entered. Quote mmm alright cool
Through the Living Hope Posted May 22 Posted May 22 1 hour ago, Through the Living Shadow said: She sniffed. “Come on now!” She walked through the door. She crossed her arms defensively and followed.
Through the Living Shadow he/him Posted May 23 Author Posted May 23 (edited) @CoderDrag0n8 The older woman glared at him. “Come on, then.” She stands, and walks through the door. Edited May 23 by Through the Living Shadow
CoderDrag0n8 He/They Posted May 23 Posted May 23 1 hour ago, Through the Living Shadow said: @CoderDrag0n8 The older woman glared at him. “Come on, then.” She stands, and walks through the door. John followed.
Through the Living Shadow he/him Posted May 23 Author Posted May 23 @CoderDrag0n8 @Through the Living Hope @GG0z @Through the living jeff The other side of the doorway led to a hall—once everyone had stepped through, the mentors guided you all to your dormitories. @CoderDrag0n8 Spoiler The woman looked at him critically. “You’re good at lists, huh?” She grunted. “That’s something.” She handed you a clipboard. “Memorize this.” It was a list of names, abilities, and descriptions. (Essentially the list of character sheets at the beginning) ”I’m not going to sugarcoat things. I am an Underburdened. I can’t move on to being a fully fledged Burdened until you become an Underburdened. So I’m counting on you to do well. There is a competition that determines who becomes Underburdened, taking place as a number of challenges. Perhaps it is important for you to know that… cheating doesn’t exist. If you have an advantage, use it. That’s to be expected, actually. But I don’t know what the first challenge will be.” @Through the Living Hope Spoiler The young woman smiled at her—though she was significantly shorter. “You’re a pretty dire case, but I think I can make it work!” She giggled. “Alright. First.” She frowned. “I’m your mentor, which means that I’ll be ‘teaching’ you. But first!” She raised a finger, and a bright light trailed from it. As she did so, a strange marking became visible on her forehead. “You are to become distinguished! Regal! This is integral!” The light began to take shape, and the girl wove it into a crown, made of a white metal. A jewel of pure light was set in the front. “This is fine… but… hmmm…” The object disappeared, and she traced another one, creating a lightweight sword of the same metal. “How are you at fencing?” @GG0z Spoiler His mentor regarded him with a wide grin. “Now I’m very glad I got first pick. Man. You got a stone arm?” He shook his head. “Yeah… wow. Anyways—I’ll need to teach you a few things. You don’t need my help with the competition, obviously. You’re the only member of the Indelible.” He laughed. “I don’t know what they’re thinking bringing others in, even considering the disaster.” Another smile. “You’re advancing to Underburdened, guaranteed.” Augelian frowned. “What was I…” ”Oh! Yeah. There are a few things you’ll want to avoid on campus. First, you want to avoid the Blood Branch. They are… unpleasant. In fact, stay away from anything to do with the Blood Ent.” He shivered. ”Second, stay away from the other mentors. Technically, my commands take precedence, and they can’t directly command you to throw the competition, but they’re tricky. You do still have to do what they say.” He scowled. @Through the living jeff Spoiler “You’re good at reading people?” The short woman considered, then offered a handshake. “I’m Diani, your mentor. Pleasure to meet you.” She looked around, before lowering her voice. “Look… around here, no one succeeds without first impressing Damocles. That’s the most important part—I tell you, the man is like a child. I have some serious questions about his authority.” She seemed to be sharing her opinion for her own benefit, rather than yours. “Find something flashy to do, and get ready to do it. I can offer some limited help in that department—just don’t expect too much. Judges aren’t impressed with the Underburdened flaunting their power.” Diani looked around. “Watch out for the one with the stone arm. He was first pick, and is the only Indelible student. Hudges will be watching how he does like a hawk.” It seemed she referred to some competition, but the nature of this was unclear.
Through the Living Hope Posted May 23 Posted May 23 1 hour ago, Through the Living Shadow said: @CoderDrag0n8 @Through the Living Hope @GG0z @Through the living jeff The other side of the doorway led to a hall—once everyone had stepped through, the mentors guided you all to your dormitories. @CoderDrag0n8 Reveal hidden contents The woman looked at him critically. “You’re good at lists, huh?” She grunted. “That’s something.” She handed you a clipboard. “Memorize this.” It was a list of names, abilities, and descriptions. (Essentially the list of character sheets at the beginning) ”I’m not going to sugarcoat things. I am an Underburdened. I can’t move on to being a fully fledged Burdened until you become an Underburdened. So I’m counting on you to do well. There is a competition that determines who becomes Underburdened, taking place as a number of challenges. Perhaps it is important for you to know that… cheating doesn’t exist. If you have an advantage, use it. That’s to be expected, actually. But I don’t know what the first challenge will be.” @Through the Living Hope Reveal hidden contents The young woman smiled at her—though she was significantly shorter. “You’re a pretty dire case, but I think I can make it work!” She giggled. “Alright. First.” She frowned. “I’m your mentor, which means that I’ll be ‘teaching’ you. But first!” She raised a finger, and a bright light trailed from it. As she did so, a strange marking became visible on her forehead. “You are to become distinguished! Regal! This is integral!” The light began to take shape, and the girl wove it into a crown, made of a white metal. A jewel of pure light was set in the front. “This is fine… but… hmmm…” The object disappeared, and she traced another one, creating a lightweight sword of the same metal. “How are you at fencing?” @GG0z Reveal hidden contents His mentor regarded him with a wide grin. “Now I’m very glad I got first pick. Man. You got a stone arm?” He shook his head. “Yeah… wow. Anyways—I’ll need to teach you a few things. You don’t need my help with the competition, obviously. You’re the only member of the Indelible.” He laughed. “I don’t know what they’re thinking bringing others in, even considering the disaster.” Another smile. “You’re advancing to Underburdened, guaranteed.” Augelian frowned. “What was I…” ”Oh! Yeah. There are a few things you’ll want to avoid on campus. First, you want to avoid the Blood Branch. They are… unpleasant. In fact, stay away from anything to do with the Blood Ent.” He shivered. ”Second, stay away from the other mentors. Technically, my commands take precedence, and they can’t directly command you to throw the competition, but they’re tricky. You do still have to do what they say.” He scowled. @Through the living jeff Reveal hidden contents “You’re good at reading people?” The short woman considered, then offered a handshake. “I’m Diani, your mentor. Pleasure to meet you.” She looked around, before lowering her voice. “Look… around here, no one succeeds without first impressing Damocles. That’s the most important part—I tell you, the man is like a child. I have some serious questions about his authority.” She seemed to be sharing her opinion for her own benefit, rather than yours. “Find something flashy to do, and get ready to do it. I can offer some limited help in that department—just don’t expect too much. Judges aren’t impressed with the Underburdened flaunting their power.” Diani looked around. “Watch out for the one with the stone arm. He was first pick, and is the only Indelible student. Hudges will be watching how he does like a hawk.” It seemed she referred to some competition, but the nature of this was unclear. “I’m.. alright, I suppose. Haven’t done too much of it. She ignored what were clearly insults.
CoderDrag0n8 He/They Posted May 23 Posted May 23 1 hour ago, Through the Living Shadow said: @CoderDrag0n8 @Through the Living Hope @GG0z @Through the living jeff The other side of the doorway led to a hall—once everyone had stepped through, the mentors guided you all to your dormitories. @CoderDrag0n8 Hide contents The woman looked at him critically. “You’re good at lists, huh?” She grunted. “That’s something.” She handed you a clipboard. “Memorize this.” It was a list of names, abilities, and descriptions. (Essentially the list of character sheets at the beginning) ”I’m not going to sugarcoat things. I am an Underburdened. I can’t move on to being a fully fledged Burdened until you become an Underburdened. So I’m counting on you to do well. There is a competition that determines who becomes Underburdened, taking place as a number of challenges. Perhaps it is important for you to know that… cheating doesn’t exist. If you have an advantage, use it. That’s to be expected, actually. But I don’t know what the first challenge will be.” @Through the Living Hope Reveal hidden contents The young woman smiled at her—though she was significantly shorter. “You’re a pretty dire case, but I think I can make it work!” She giggled. “Alright. First.” She frowned. “I’m your mentor, which means that I’ll be ‘teaching’ you. But first!” She raised a finger, and a bright light trailed from it. As she did so, a strange marking became visible on her forehead. “You are to become distinguished! Regal! This is integral!” The light began to take shape, and the girl wove it into a crown, made of a white metal. A jewel of pure light was set in the front. “This is fine… but… hmmm…” The object disappeared, and she traced another one, creating a lightweight sword of the same metal. “How are you at fencing?” @GG0z Reveal hidden contents His mentor regarded him with a wide grin. “Now I’m very glad I got first pick. Man. You got a stone arm?” He shook his head. “Yeah… wow. Anyways—I’ll need to teach you a few things. You don’t need my help with the competition, obviously. You’re the only member of the Indelible.” He laughed. “I don’t know what they’re thinking bringing others in, even considering the disaster.” Another smile. “You’re advancing to Underburdened, guaranteed.” Augelian frowned. “What was I…” ”Oh! Yeah. There are a few things you’ll want to avoid on campus. First, you want to avoid the Blood Branch. They are… unpleasant. In fact, stay away from anything to do with the Blood Ent.” He shivered. ”Second, stay away from the other mentors. Technically, my commands take precedence, and they can’t directly command you to throw the competition, but they’re tricky. You do still have to do what they say.” He scowled. @Through the living jeff Reveal hidden contents “You’re good at reading people?” The short woman considered, then offered a handshake. “I’m Diani, your mentor. Pleasure to meet you.” She looked around, before lowering her voice. “Look… around here, no one succeeds without first impressing Damocles. That’s the most important part—I tell you, the man is like a child. I have some serious questions about his authority.” She seemed to be sharing her opinion for her own benefit, rather than yours. “Find something flashy to do, and get ready to do it. I can offer some limited help in that department—just don’t expect too much. Judges aren’t impressed with the Underburdened flaunting their power.” Diani looked around. “Watch out for the one with the stone arm. He was first pick, and is the only Indelible student. Hudges will be watching how he does like a hawk.” It seemed she referred to some competition, but the nature of this was unclear. “I can memorize it.” John said, determination in his eyes.
GG0z He/Him Posted May 24 Posted May 24 (edited) On 5/23/2026 at 3:52 PM, Through the Living Shadow said: @CoderDrag0n8 @Through the Living Hope @GG0z @Through the living jeff The other side of the doorway led to a hall—once everyone had stepped through, the mentors guided you all to your dormitories. @CoderDrag0n8 Reveal hidden contents The woman looked at him critically. “You’re good at lists, huh?” She grunted. “That’s something.” She handed you a clipboard. “Memorize this.” It was a list of names, abilities, and descriptions. (Essentially the list of character sheets at the beginning) ”I’m not going to sugarcoat things. I am an Underburdened. I can’t move on to being a fully fledged Burdened until you become an Underburdened. So I’m counting on you to do well. There is a competition that determines who becomes Underburdened, taking place as a number of challenges. Perhaps it is important for you to know that… cheating doesn’t exist. If you have an advantage, use it. That’s to be expected, actually. But I don’t know what the first challenge will be.” @Through the Living Hope Reveal hidden contents The young woman smiled at her—though she was significantly shorter. “You’re a pretty dire case, but I think I can make it work!” She giggled. “Alright. First.” She frowned. “I’m your mentor, which means that I’ll be ‘teaching’ you. But first!” She raised a finger, and a bright light trailed from it. As she did so, a strange marking became visible on her forehead. “You are to become distinguished! Regal! This is integral!” The light began to take shape, and the girl wove it into a crown, made of a white metal. A jewel of pure light was set in the front. “This is fine… but… hmmm…” The object disappeared, and she traced another one, creating a lightweight sword of the same metal. “How are you at fencing?” @GG0z Reveal hidden contents His mentor regarded him with a wide grin. “Now I’m very glad I got first pick. Man. You got a stone arm?” He shook his head. “Yeah… wow. Anyways—I’ll need to teach you a few things. You don’t need my help with the competition, obviously. You’re the only member of the Indelible.” He laughed. “I don’t know what they’re thinking bringing others in, even considering the disaster.” Another smile. “You’re advancing to Underburdened, guaranteed.” Augelian frowned. “What was I…” ”Oh! Yeah. There are a few things you’ll want to avoid on campus. First, you want to avoid the Blood Branch. They are… unpleasant. In fact, stay away from anything to do with the Blood Ent.” He shivered. ”Second, stay away from the other mentors. Technically, my commands take precedence, and they can’t directly command you to throw the competition, but they’re tricky. You do still have to do what they say.” He scowled. @Through the living jeff Reveal hidden contents “You’re good at reading people?” The short woman considered, then offered a handshake. “I’m Diani, your mentor. Pleasure to meet you.” She looked around, before lowering her voice. “Look… around here, no one succeeds without first impressing Damocles. That’s the most important part—I tell you, the man is like a child. I have some serious questions about his authority.” She seemed to be sharing her opinion for her own benefit, rather than yours. “Find something flashy to do, and get ready to do it. I can offer some limited help in that department—just don’t expect too much. Judges aren’t impressed with the Underburdened flaunting their power.” Diani looked around. “Watch out for the one with the stone arm. He was first pick, and is the only Indelible student. Hudges will be watching how he does like a hawk.” It seemed she referred to some competition, but the nature of this was unclear. Thaevius nods grimly Quote Either this thread is dying, or I missed something, but I am going to ping everyone here just in case @CoderDrag0n8 @Through the Living Hope @Through the living jeff Edited May 28 by GG0z
Through the Living Shadow he/him Posted May 28 Author Posted May 28 On 5/23/2026 at 10:47 PM, GG0z said: Thaevius nods grimly Quote Soory! I am enjoying the first fruits of Summer also pings dont work in quotation boxes @CoderDrag0n8 A loud sound rang through the halls, and a voice buzzed through a speaker. “All Elect are to report to the Main Hall for the first challenge.” @Through the Living Hope Her mentor gave her the sword, and began to escort her quickly. “No time!” The sword was very, very light. @CoderDrag0n8 His mentor started to escort him. “I’ll have more for you later. But for now, we need to set up a connection.” She locked eyes with him, and there was a shift in the air. Her voice came to his mind as if over radio. That’s good. Can you hear me? @GG0z His mentor rolled his eyes. “Alright, let’s go.” He began to escort him. “Make sure to leave a mark!” He paused. “You understand that I can’t…” he hesitated, “…I can’t help you with any powers of mine. They’re not useful here.”
GG0z He/Him Posted May 28 Posted May 28 7 minutes ago, Through the Living Shadow said: @CoderDrag0n8 A loud sound rang through the halls, and a voice buzzed through a speaker. “All Elect are to report to the Main Hall for the first challenge.” @Through the Living Hope Her mentor gave her the sword, and began to escort her quickly. “No time!” The sword was very, very light. @CoderDrag0n8 His mentor started to escort him. “I’ll have more for you later. But for now, we need to set up a connection.” She locked eyes with him, and there was a shift in the air. Her voice came to his mind as if over radio. That’s good. Can you hear me? @GG0z His mentor rolled his eyes. “Alright, let’s go.” He began to escort him. “Make sure to leave a mark!” He paused. “You understand that I can’t…” he hesitated, “…I can’t help you with any powers of mine. They’re not useful here.” Quote Sorry, I summer didn’t begin for me yet… ”What powers?”
Through the Living Shadow he/him Posted May 28 Author Posted May 28 Just now, GG0z said: ”What powers?” He winked. “You’ll see.” They reached the Main Hall. It was a vast, empty room.
GG0z He/Him Posted May 28 Posted May 28 14 minutes ago, Through the Living Shadow said: He winked. “You’ll see.” They reached the Main Hall. It was a vast, empty room. Thaevius looked around, underwhelmed
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