THE YEARNED BLOSSOM

[Songwitch 1832]

 

THE YEARNED BLOSSOM

Auvergnian Storytelling

 

 

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Long past these times, the lineage of de Rosius has rested idle within the shadows - forgotten and no longer yearned as before. This tome is written for the purpose of enlightening those interested in the truth about these unremembered peers. It is imperative to shed light over such matter, for our presence and return is immediate.

BLURB: De Rosius is a noble House of the Holy Orenian Empire, bearing the title and luxurity of a barony and affable history of political influence in yore. Originating in stories laced with heartbreak and deceit, de Rosius finds great pride in their Auvgernian descent, as well as in the cultural traditions that have rooted the family ever since its formation.

 

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WOE TO HIM, AND HIS BLOOD.

UPON A THORN SHALL HIS SPAWN’S FLESH BLEED,

DESPAIR SOON TO FOLLOW.

 

Centuries past, long past the bounds of Almaris’ soil, a nation withheld as an Empire likewise to our present - frail palaces which shook occasionally as the earth groaned, ravaged by insane Lords and laws deemed treacherous in this time. Bars of sunlight cast through fog and smoke within villages scattered across the land, which made motes of dust glitter where they yet hung in the air - unfolding the humble abode of Maximillian, presumed forefather of de Rosius. Scorch-marks marred the grandeur of His home - His walls, His floors, His ceilings. Broad black smears crossed the blistered portraits and guilt of once-bright murals, soot overlaying crumbling friezes of decorum and furniture - and among such rubble lay the lifeless corpse of a beloved damsel, Margaret, the woman whom our ancestor had settled in marriage with, in the stead of the elfess whom He refused.

 

“Vivian… Why have you done this?” The forefather of our noble House cried afore the sight in his abode, and in an uncontrollable lack of tears, he dropped to the floor; the cries of a remaining survivor resounding throughout the ruined chamber - a newborn - spared from the wrath which incurred from Vivian and her profane magick.

 

YET, THAT IS WHAT HE WAS MADE TO BELIEVE,

FOR A CURSE WAS THEN THOUGHT TO HAVE BEEN CAST UPON THEIR SPAWN - FAILURE IN LOVE STRIKING EACH WOMAN OF THE BLOOD.

 

 

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DE ROSIUS IN THE PRESENT

 

(FORENOTE: This list is constituted by the most influential and actively-participating members of the family, such as the Baroness and the Heiress to such a title.) 

 

Hera Claude de Rosius (1812-Present) Driven by ambition since birth, the Baroness was once a traveler without halt - without respite, always off to some place elsewhere from Horenia. Yet as she aged, her mind was shaped. Taught from a young age to put on a facade, Hera tends to ‘disguise’ the truth of her way, never satisfied and always seeking to pursue higher, more. In strife for power, the Auvgernian reclaimed her righteous path to the title of Matriarch and Baroness despite the perilous encounters between her own father. In a later age, Hera delved into arcane practices, soon mastering few magicks - arts and tools which bestowed upon her the opportunity to retain control, though that she rid of promptly afterward to so befit the wishes of the Empire. As of now, she simply resides within the bounds of the Chateau de Chenonceau - new home to all of the Blood.

Chloè Giselle de Rosius (1838-Present) The embodiment of motherly love, this young Auvgernian is commonly known for the warmth and love that she radiates - though covers shalln’t be judged - as deep beneath the beauty of Chloè and her lovely self, a ferocious warrior lay rest. In the coming of age, Chloè fought side to side with the ISA against the Tripartite, right after giving birth to a pair of sane babies. Sword by her side, and familial love by her heart - truly, an admirable damsel.

Elara Sylvie de Rosius (1840-Present) A well-mannered damsel, fraught of academic motivations and the seeming urge of standing above all else. Elara is a sophisticated girl, though rather unfortunate. In her early years, a wretched formation of dwarves took and held her in for ransom - ever since prohibited to wander the land on her own. Years went by, and yet she aged beautifully, times grew more and more dire. With the initiation of the war, Elara was kidnapped one last time, resorted to humiliation by the Kingdom of Haense - something that shalln't discourage her motivation, as she now finds utility and interest in the medical arts.

TBD

 

 

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TRADITIONS OF THE ROSE

 

THE ROSE CEREMONY

Upon the birth of a de Rosius' offspring, they are designated with a white ribbon - which must be worn on their form at all times, regardless of the situation. It is believed that to lose sight of one's ribbon is a sign of bad omen, a sign that references to the vile witch who cursed their Blood. When each family member comes of age, they are granted the chance to engage in a hallowed ceremony; with their ribbon tied to their hand, they must carry on and have an individual whom they hold endearment and admiration to place a crown on their head. This crown is to be crafted by the likes of the family member's hands themselves, out of roses and vines, and with the aide of their ribbon. Should they elaborate a functional crown with the 'forementioned materials, though prick their skin, the ceremony shall be called off and the family member must be placed in solitary confinement where prayers shall then take place in order to lift any blemish that Vivian's curse placed onto the individual.

 

WITHERING CEREMONY

Whenever a family member gets married, both the bride and groom are required to include two roses - one red and one white, in their outfit as a token of good luck. Guests - though especially those related to the happy couple -  are also encouraged to wear roses; though this is not a requirement and often ignored.

 

Many members of de Rosius prefer to mourn in white, as it symbolizes new beginnings and that the deceased is (hopefully) beginning anew in the Seven Skies. Black can also be worn though, especially in public. This is done in order to avoid offending those who don’t know of the custom. When a family member dies, they are laid to rest in the family crypt.

 

It is customary for all family members to visit the family crypt and lay a rose on the deceased’s coffin, afterwards gathering in their home or the home of an immediate family member in order to offer their condolences. The immediate family may also begin planning for the funeral, with the extended family helping if wished.

 

TBD

 

 

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AUTHOR’S NOTE

 

This book is never-static. With the passage of time, so it shall too change - updated by my hands, and by the hands of my Blood.

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Thank you for reading the post! It’s my first time attempting to do a nice format and I think I have done a good job, counting with the fact that I took a lot of inspiration from Werew0lf and Ryloth’s styles. 

 

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(ps: anything classed as TBD is to be worked on in the future, and idk why some parts are pushed to the left - click here for the doc version)