Animael

─── ··· ⊰ VOICE OF VIRU: ISSUE I ⊱ ··· ─── [NEW BEGINNINGS] [287SA, 24th of the First Seed] The beautiful new city of Viru has been completed, pending some minor teething pains in the form of the still being carved statues. A wave of new faces, tourism and residences has flooded Viru's streets as many look forwards to the future. The handing over of power, and the titling of Lord Basilio was unfortunately delayed, however, due to the attack of multiple darkspawn associated with the 'Meat Circus'. Intending to taunt the citizens for the death of one of their own, after a prior engagement - The Meat Circus was instead decimated. With three of their own being dismantled in a decisive return strike led by Viru's Guard Captain Darona Navino, Lord Ardeu D'Artagnan and concerned citizens. Following this development, House Mendoza has stepped forwards in order to ensure that the city is safer than ever, ensuring that multiple medicinal kits can be found throughout - in addition to heavy aurum weaponry that may be used to combat the undead menace! ─── ··· ⊰ ⁛ ⊱ ··· ─── [Ruffled Feathers Adventure Guild] [INDEPENDENT COMPANY] Multiple new bounties have been made available upon the board of the Ruffled Feathers guild, from the tracking of the Wyvern that have made themselves a dangerous nuisance across the continent, to the hunting of the Meat Circus, an illusive group of darkspawn that have made themselves prevalent within Idunia as of recent years. The Guild has focused their efforts on starting anew and expanding, as Viru turns over a new leaf of its own. With a far larger guildhall, a memorial wall has been erected to pay respects to the fallen guild members who were lost before their time and gave their lives in service to descendent kind. New members wishing to join should contact Darona Navino. ─── ··· ⊰ ⁛ ⊱ ··· ─── [Viru Apothecary] [SPONSORED BY HOUSE MENDOZA] The Viru Apothecary is currently looking for Apothecary & Nurses who are capable of demonstrating their skills in medicine. Those interested in work are advised to bring their CV around to apply for an interview. For a limited time an apprenticeship program shall be available, where those who have no experience thus far, may apply in order to receive training and/or alchemical tutelage whilst working - Contact Evelyn Index. [SOCIAL] » [SPRING FESTIVAL] The council of Viru invited forth the people of the city to celebrate the season of spring, and such an invitation did not disappoint. Hosted by Lord Basilio Quyllur Pachakutiq himself, the festivities involved a magical display of bardmancy from Mister Mondblume. The day was commemorated and made truly magical, however, by the joining of the count to-be Lord Basilio, and Lady Mediwyn of Tir-Glas upon the dance floor - perhaps the start of a beautiful friendship between Viru and Tir-Glas in days to come. » [BIDDING WAR] The streets of Viru remain unnamed. Not for lack of effort however, but as an opportunity for the citizens and nobility of the new city to bid on and name said streets of their own accord! Proceeds of such shall surely be utilized by the Council of Viru to ensure the continued growth of infrastructure and administration that has been a clear focus in recent days. [LOCAL EVENTS & DEVELOPMENTS] » [BANDITS SIGHTED] A new criminal element has been sighted. The Red Hand gang was interrupted in their attack on the Mendoza estate, in their attempt to capture and ransom the children Juliano, Katarina and Sancho - the heroic arrival of Captain Darona, Aldith Flavius and Carlo Vausifus dispatching and driving off five of the six bandits, as the children themselves fought off and defeated the sixth within the estate. » [NOBLE SUPPORT] House Mendoza has led the way forwards, in support of Lord Basilio and the populace of Viru - ensuring that the apothecary sees an influx of medicinal donations for treating the sick and injured. Lady Melisanda and her two sons were seen entering the apothecary in order to donate blood for transfusions, to ensure the survival of those fighting to hold back the Meat Circus menace! An influx of donations has since been seen, with Ardeu D'Artagnan matching their generosity with a plethora of herbs.

The rumbling utterances of fear or interest could be heard within a tavern. Hushed talks about a dark lord that had been slowly making a name for himself- were interrupted by bragging! Youthful men joking about how they'd easily defeat such a being, and how their fathers had fought in the last war bravely against the legions upon legions of orcs- of course, how much of this was true could be seen in just how many orcs they had needed to fight. Rumours of the dark lord spread nonetheless, and farm hands- and commonfolk, could only wonder what would happen next- hoping it did not reach them.

A few people mutter about which of the three will become the left hand of the lord in question. They were people of ill-repute, most definitely, within the underbelly of a city, drinking within a bar. Eventually one piped up. "It has to be the tactician... No? I mean sure, strength and endurance is great- but the left hand has to lead." The conversation continued, without a true winner being decided amongst the trio.

The spectral remains of the Architect debates applying, but is worried they'll... see right through her.

Rin sips, just a little from her allocated water rations, before seeking to give the rest of it to Ena. "You need to drink too, you're too old to mess around!" @Reckless Banzai Screamer

There were no words to describe his pain. The grief was all consuming. To be happy after witnessing such a thing, how could he ever fulfill such an unfair request? To the very end she had believed herself unworthy. Not enough. Talking as though getting to know her was some great thing, some great favour. Had he done enough? No, he couldn't have- because if he had, why would she still have said such things in her final moments? What could he have done differently to have prevented this? Why couldn't he see what was happening right before his eyes? In this moment, he chose what the last thing would be, that he would ever see. It would be her. The person he had completely and utterly failed, and wished more than anything, would still be alive. Or at least died knowing that despite her curse, she as a person was a blessing. He couldn't see again, not with his eyes. He didn't want to. Those eyes- the last thing they would ever see, would be her. But he needed to see, too, he needed to not be impaired. Because if he couldn't fulfill his duty- wasn't that the same as saying that the shugonate was worthless to him? If the shugonate was worthless, why did she die? Desperation rattled through his body. A mixture of grief- anxiety- hopelessness. What was he now? What would he do? He needed to be able to see, to be useful- to do as she wanted. He needed it- but he also never wanted to see again. Not with his eyes. Never again. He had said that it would heal. That his wound would heal, that he'd likely see again- did he hope for that secretly- that he'd fail his own self imposed punishment?

Wow, this is really cool! Good job on the writing! +1

A message is written by an Atronach, directed to respond and posted below the original. "This is a trap, designed to lure out mages. To add to the list of hunted."

This is a nice idea. Giving vampires an incentive to feed, and providing a more active way for them to be caught. I don't play a vampire, but +1

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The local imperial pubby bartender, a disguised magi, ensures that their beers are extra warm and mostly froth.

<A missive only posted within the Veilward for the purposes of those students and teachers that remain> Dear students and faculty, I regret to say that the potential outpost attempt failed miserably. The mages who stepped up in order to guide you where I could not - have been reportedly executed or chased off. Thusly, I cannot in good conscience recommend sticking together. I have been informed that Noragami lost her life during this venture, alongside a handful of others. I hereby recommend full disbandment and to seek lands that you are capable of existing within. Whilst I remain at the Veilward until its ultimate demise. Do not create tears, or otherwise perpetuate the reasons that magi are prosecuted. Just live long happy lives with one another. Ultimately I am unimportant in the grand scheme of things, so please focus upon yourselves when deciding what to do, and think not of anything other than your own survival. Architect

Name (MC Name): Ruiyin Luci (Discord): Ewdrawings Clan: Ruiyin (Junmura) Citizenship: Junmura, Kurai-Kuni Mahō: Arcane Cultivation Materials: Boomsteel, Frost Salts, Lunarite, Argentium Availability Preference (Day(s) of the Week): Anytime after 5pm EST

I'd prefer that illusion didn't have a nerf against it in the fashion that it was implemented. Action economy wise, it's already at a disadvantage. Rather than outright making it impossible to disconnect, making it so that low effort emotes that are just mind spikes are incapable of disconnecting instead would be better. With elaborate and creatively written illusions not being punished.