Condensation

Here's another question. I've been thinking, and I think Shannon will have already introduced us to Mr. Forkle's "real life" persona. At least, I hope so, since that's a sign of good writing and good planning. What do you think? Can you think of anyone who he might be, or do you think it'll come out of the blue?

Melody mentally debated for a moment. She didn't want to hurt Ellis, but he had the amulet and was obviously not listening. As far as she could tell, there wasn't a good way to hit just the amulet, but maybe she could...

That's one definition of Keepers, sure, and I do think that will come into play more. However, keepers can also be people who guard something or keep it safe. Really, Sophie and her group of friends have been the only ones who have been protecting the Lost Cities from its threats, which is what I always thought.

On 4/29/2022 at 2:33 PM, xinoehp512 said:

"Then let us go." Psyder jumped onto the windowsill and slipped out into the air beyond.

"Sweet!" Herate followed Psyder out the window.

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23 hours ago, xinoehp512 said:

"Attack!" Cupra hissed.

"But what if he'll give it to me...?" Melody whispered.

"Ellis!"

22 hours ago, EmulatonStromenkiin said:

which he? b/c Fitz was very nice, but we saw how he handled stress in the second book, which means that Sophie will never be a good match for him unless he learns to control himself, and Keef is the most aware oblivious person I know of who is also waaaay to hard on himself.

... Both? I was originally referring to Keefe, but I think it works for Fitz too.

I think one of the things about Spyballs is that they can't be used as much because the Council very strictly regulates them. They could definitely be explored more - I could see that being epic.

My opinion on Fitz/Keefe was largely formed by the first book, in which Fitz is a perfect gentleman and Keefe is a typical "bad boy". I agree, he is changing, but he's got a way to go.

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On 4/26/2022 at 5:43 PM, xinoehp512 said:

"Excellent. Have you completed your visitation?"

"Yeah, at least for now."

3 hours ago, Spren of Kindness said:

"Once upon a time, this was the west of the United States," Martin tells Andante, weaving between buildings.  "Not sure where exactly we are, but there's not much out here but rocks and dirt.  Don't worry," he adds, turning to glance at Queen.  "There's no one here.  I should know."

"Really? Wow..."

On 4/26/2022 at 6:56 PM, Channelknight Fadran said:

I spend half a moment glancing over. In the hands of someone competent, that blade would actually pose a threat. Refined mordite, was it? Even Ellis could've smelled that out.

Fortunately, that wasn't even a child wielding it: more like an infant first learning to crawl. I easily dodge the strike, then summon a blade of my own.

Black-iron armor, even darker steel blade, chain mail underneath... all it appears in a matter of seconds, coating me head to toe in it.

Melody blinked, shocked.

On 4/27/2022 at 1:58 PM, xinoehp512 said:

"Use the sword," said Cupra in a voice that Ellis could not hear. "The Chosen One must wield the sword and break the curse."

Gerald pulled his tentacles to his head, feeling a terrible headache coming on. He was missing something, he could feel it.

@Condensation

"Right right right on it now"

6 hours ago, Channelknight Fadran said:

"Get them out. Now."

Then the gaping wound healed, returning them to their regular state.

"Ellis? Give me the amulet or I'm going to have to take it," Melody said grimly.

"Where... are we?" Andante asked. "I thought I'd seen everywhere on Earth."

On 4/22/2022 at 3:04 PM, xinoehp512 said:

"No. Unless you already count the other Myrkaal your friends."

"Oh, that kind of colleague. Sounds good to me, I guess."

"Would you happen to have a picture of where we're going?"

23 hours ago, xinoehp512 said:

"More training. This time, I think, against some of your new colleagues."

"What, like... my friends?"

5 hours ago, xinoehp512 said:

"Yes. We will prepare for another dyrling to arrive." Psyder hesitated. "Up to a point. If none arrive... we will have to be a little more proactive."

"By going after one, yeah, I get it. How are we preparing?"

4 hours ago, xinoehp512 said:

"New orders from the Fallen King. Do not worry too much about it. It does not significantly change what you- or I- have been tasked to do. The only change is what we will be doing with the remains of the dyrlings we dispatch."

"But that means we can keep doing things, so we're going to go do things...?"

6 hours ago, xinoehp512 said:

"He is the Dark Lord!" Cupra called. "Destroy him, now!"

"Ellis is the Dark Lord?! Gosh dangit," Melody murmured under her breath. Gritting her teeth, she raised the sword up high and started to bring it down on Ellis. "Sorry about this," she whispered.

On 4/18/2022 at 2:35 PM, xinoehp512 said:

Psyder was staring off into the distance. For several moments he did not respond.

"My apologies, princess," he said, his eyes snapping back into focus. "There have been some... developments."

"Developments? Like what?!"

On 4/16/2022 at 7:50 PM, xinoehp512 said:

Gerald rolled his tentacles threateningly. He could hear it.

"Who are you?" he demanded.

"Melody!" Cupra called. "The sword!"

Melody quickly drew her very large sword. "Right!" She paused. "Wait. Ellis!?"

"Alright, then let's go!" Andante hopped out and took a deep breath.

Melody waved.