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It's been far too long since there's been a really good cleric rewrite that is balanced but still maintains the aspects of what it means to be a cleric, without resorting to older rewrites and old ways. This is one of the best ones I've seen. I am also really happy to see the prophecy side of Tahariae being explored a bit, I figured it'd be a neat concept to explore when I was assigned with rewriting and updating Tahariae's lore - even if it's just a neat little detail in the Aengudaemon's lore.
Tahariae and the Clerics always held a strong place in my heart as one of my favourite LotC lore pieces and I've had so many good memories with other clerics, so to see folks still wanting to bring it back and build up where I've left off... it makes me happy to see.
+1 - Bring the clerics back.
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Godspeed to you, lads - I hope this gets accepted and that you guys do better than what I did in the past. So do have fun with the lore and that you bring good RP to yourselves and others! +1.
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As the former leader of both the Clerics and the Ascended, godspeed to you with this, Archi, and I pray that you won't encounter any issues either holy orders faced in the past. You got my blessing for this, mate!
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Fancy starting up a tavern that uses alchemy for the drinks, just like old times?
In all seriousness - best moments with Elvira?
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Athanas listened as news of the proclaimation spread. The one armed high elf shaking his head as he leaned back in his home, alone and sipping a cup of tea. "At the end of the day, we all bear crimson blood, we shed the same tears, and we all meet death when our journey is all said and done. Tradition dictates one race is greater than others, but any wise man would know traditions are meant to be broken and reforged anew if it means keeping up with the days and the ever-changing times. Those who dwell within the past are doomed to remain there if they do not change. Afterall, most forget that perfection is unachieveable, we will forever have flaws despite the many attempts to fix them or convince ourselves otherwise. An alchemist can attempt to create the purest of potions but it impossible as there will always be a flaw with it. True purity itself is impurity, as we're all just ants within the dirt while the greater powers above see no indifference between us all,"
"Maehr lye’n, nae chul narn nor olmet," he says simply before going to down the rest of his drink.
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Athanas gazes about the land, his vision blurred. He recognised the city well, although the fog and the darkness loomed overhead. A soft frown upon his lips, noticing the specters and stench of undeath. Concern filled his eyes. "...it almost fits my mother's description of Ebrietaes - desolate with fog and corrupted souls ever wandering, no sun to light their path. Hrm... mother, if you were still here, you would no doubt investigate this matter with full force. Yet, you and your kin are no longer here, so it would seem I will have to investigate this," he glanced down to the braclet on his only hand, bearing the amulet of a silver kestrel with a teal crystal clutched in its claws.
"Yet... what or who could have done this? Necromancers? Mystics? Or is it another greater power attempting to lay claim on the land. I should speak with Kalgrimmor and other members of the Mages' Guild for advice and aid," the elf nodded his head in confidence.
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OOC
MC Name: Farryn
Discord: Farryn#1306
Timezone: GMTIC:
Name: Athanas Naromis
Age: 140
Field of Interest (Class): Medicine
Will you require housing? (Y/N): Nope(First)
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Sign me the heck up, chef! Runesmithing time! +1
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I'm back so how about this
Hard cap the number of potions to three to four and they must be ST-Approved and in the users inventory.
No lore targetting/limiting a group, no lore stating a group will face backlash, just a hard bloody cap. Not everything and its mother needs a lore amendant to say who can do what and not, just state oocly there's a hard cap on how many potions you can carry because people are carrying inventories full of potionsd leave it at that. That way, it ensures everyone is limited to having specific potions, having to think what potions they're carrying on them, and affectes EVERYONE.
[Edit] Here's another idea - Allow Alchemists a chance to stablize their potions! If their potion starts acting up while in the presence of a connected voidal mage - let the alchemist have a chance in making sure that vial doesn't explode on them and a chance to still use it. Make it a roll requirement of above a 10 or 15 depending on if its a beginner potion or a master potion. Just give the Alchemists a chance to be able to prevent a disaster, as they should have the skill to prevent it!
This lore is targetting one group - not everyone, not addressing or fixing the issue, it is targetting one group. It's like slapping a bandaid on a life-threatening wound - it looks like it's helping, but it isn't. Can we just please stop with lore that outright restricts a group for a problem that is happening with every single bloody group!
7 hours ago, Delmodan said:No offense dear, but all magic/creature communities do this. Not just voidal. It's a rather rampant problem where this lore seems to only put a bandaid on one instead of tackling the main wound.
If you want to hit all lore wise, it's not exactly a stretch to say other others can cause effects when cast near a potion. Anything fire for one could unstable a potion. Or a divinity power being too intense where it causes a reaction.
But while this does make lore sense, it seems rather specific targeting.
This is why I love you, Delmo. THIS ^
If this lore amendant doesn't look like specific targetting, I'm not sure what will. Holy magic and dark magic should also affect a potion, if we're going down this route. Deity magic isn't natural and is bound to conflict with the potions the same way Voidal conflicts, as with some dark magics.
So, for the love of this old alchemist player who would rather see Alchemy made avaliable for everyone to enjoy - as I am sure Jistuma himself would too - don't put this bloody restriction on voidal mages.
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Welp. That happened, not sure how I feel about it as an old generation alchemist player.
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MC Name:
Farryn
Character's Name:
Athanas Naromis
Character's Age:
139
What feat(s) will you be learning?
Alchemy
Teacher's MC Name:
Jygalag
Teacher's RP Name:
Muriel
Do you agree to keep Story updated on the status of your feat app?:
I agree
Have you applied for this feat on this character before, and had it denied? If so, link the app:
Nope
Are you aware that if this feat is undergoing an activity trial and fails said trial, that you will lose the feat? And that if it is apart of the Lore Games, it might drastically change soon?:
I am aware
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Alright kids, buckle the hell up, we're going to break down my one character you all seem to love a lot.
Elvira Naromis - Ascended of Aeriel, Former Cleric of Tahariae, Master Alchemist, and my first character
1. How long have you been playing your character, and how have they changed and developed RPly?
SpoilerI could go on a full lecture about Elvira's history but I'll try to hold back.
Started playing as Elvira during Athera, back in roughly 2014 - where she was 21 years old, had an abused past, but a huge passion for learning Alchemy. Very basic and a bit cliche but it worked. I met with Jistuma's character - Daniel Nodal - who took Elvira under his wing and taught her Alchemy, bartending, as well as more about the world. The Drunken Monk Tavern was where it all started, Cloud Temple grounds and there's still a sign written by Elvira (who went by Elvi at the time) and under my old username Giratina XAble. So in all truth, if it wasn't for Jistuma, I probably might not have continued with LotC and we wouldn't have got the Elvira we all knew. Athera was me finding my ropes with Elvira and discovering the many avenues I could take.
Vailor was when Elvira first became a holy mage, specifically that of a cleric. She was married to a cleric leader, who kept on telling her not to become a cleric - Elvira said no to that. This was where Elvira went through big chances - she saw the light and dark conflict and suffered majorily. She got to re-see the dark side of life that she once saw but now had a means to help others. It was here she met Andriel (Jlyoko) and Heshakomeu (Ventusyr) who helped her gain strength and that resolve Elvira always had until the very end. It was also here Elvira found her nature as a mediator, where she helped repair the Cleric-Paladin relationship Heshakomeu broke with his attitudes. But it was also the dark users I encountered justing this map that also helped Elvira grow - such as Dralazar and the Dark Congress matter. Thanks to him - Elvira became more neutral when he tried swaying Elvira to Xionism, it sorta worked.
Axios - Oh boy. This was pretty much the peak of all changes for Elvira. She stepped up to become the Prime Adherent, leader of the Adherent Clerical Order and this was where I had the most fun. Paladins, Ascended, and Clerics all agreed to base within Trinity Keep and Elvira took to being a mediator between all three orders, as she knew the leaders and helped keep some semblence of peace... then my laptop died and by the time I got back, everyone went their different ways because of IC fighting. Elvira kept good ties between the Ascended and Paladins, though especially was close to Heial (Jallentime), and got to see a lot of awesome moments. She was a completely different person from how she was in Athera, which made me proud to see.
But her biggest moment was went she went insane use to a Fi mage sealing her clerical magic and when she held the Staff of New Beginnings for a brief moment during the Obelisk event Arockstar was hosting (and Kyral did not help with that prediction of Elvira dying to Asmodyne, Arkelos!). All the holy orders, to my surprise, sought to find a way to help Elvira - Vaileon went as far as to place Elvira within the Pools of Xan, which was a vital part of Paladin Lore that only Paladins could enter for connection purposes, to lessen the madness and buy Elvira some more time (so technically, Elvira is sorta an honourary Paladin since she got to chill in the pool of Xan?). Heial offered to make Elvira an Ascended in order to save her, which was a risky move and was particuarlly frowned on. I am actually pretty sure a few dark users contacted me, asking very nicely if they could offer Elvira Dark magic and make her go down a dark path. So she had three choices: remain a cleric and die from either madness or old age, go completely off the deep end and go dark, or become an Ascended. I decided to go with Ascended oocly - because why not? Sounded fun and it was where a good amount of my friends are, though it meant leaving the clerical order which was tough as hell. Rply, Elvira chosen the Ascended because there was still a part of her that wanted to do good - and that part urged her to become an Ascended. So the remaining half of Axios was as an Ascended, which was a weird yet interesting change of pace.
Atlas was... a mix of fun and a clusterfuck. Elvira held some strong roles, such as becoming an Alchemy Teacher in Holm to teach alchemy, lived in a few places from the Warhawkes to even a home in a few human nations. It was alright but then the Ascended Hunts happened, which was a horrible mix and mash of IC fighting and OOC drama for the Ascended. Elvira tried to be neutral during the whole exchange and focus on helping people regardless of the situation but given how Heial and Belestram was, it was difficult when one could potientally disconnect you and the other could potientally kill you. One big instance was when Belestram managed to formulate a trap to capture Elvira to find out where the Hallowed Grounds was and also to take the Arm of Aeriel for her - both of which she didn't know where it was or had it on her. They attempted to use a truthstone on her but Hareven (TheKeefy), who was a good friend of Elvira's managed to help Elvira essentially loophole the object - she lawed that under the truthstone, she will only answer to Hareven, which allowed for Hareven to ask purposefully vague questions that would ensure Elvira did not give away the location of the Arm of Aeriel. So in the end, Elvira managed to waste this hunting party's time by having them carry her to Sutica to find the Arm of Aeriel, which wasn't even there. They strung her up in a tree and then killed her despite having promised to let her go. OOCLY - I will admit, I was a lil salty because it was roughly 3AM when I went to the location, wanting to sort this meeting off then log off... then the trap happened but I got a good laugh out of wasting some time, so worth staying up. Aside from the Ascended Hunts, Elvira played a big part in the September Prince fights where she crafted Rubrium Ballista bolts to hurt the Prince, and ultimately - she worked with Descendants who were working with the Vaeyl and we managed to take down the September Prince with a life draining stone, which was carried in one of my Rubrium bolts! Elvira even got to go over the wall with this small group before everyone else and learnt a hella lot of lore. But on the bright side, Elvira soon met Steven and the two became inseperable.
Arcas was the last realm Elvira was on and where she passed on. Like with the clerical order, Elvira had to take up leadership once Heial left the order for no reason, resulting in history repeating itself. She tried her best to lead the order and keep an eye on the voidal tear situation, while attempting to maintain some neutrality and keep an eye on the dark forces. Of course, she made a lot of bad choices, though she did them with the conviction that it was necessary, even if she was hated for it. However, losing many allies and the weight of the world on her shoulder pushed Elvira close to death multiple times. Eventually, the strain became too much for even Elvira and she decided to pass on peacefully once Aeriel's power began to thin. But she changed from a young Alchemist into that of a powerful leader of two holy orders and well respected by many, even the darkness she fought against.
Anything is possible for a character, as long as you put a lot of work into it.
2. What are some small nuances or details in your character that might not be so obvious to other players upon interaction? For example, I often use the hand movements of my snow elf to express certain metaphors or his state of mind.SpoilerEveryone joked with me that Elvira was LotC's 'Coffee Grandma', which is true given her obsession of drinking coffee in coffee flasks. I am sure everyone who roleplayed Elvira can count one interaction Elvira drank a coffee flask or two. But did you all know Elvira actually drinks coffee not just because she loves it, but she drinks it to help her nerves and calm her paranoia down. It keeps her paranoia down and helps her concentrate, she was a very paranoid woman but coffee helped keep her calm. So whenever you guys saw Elvira drinking coffee - chances are, she was attempting to keep herself calm and relaxed.
3. Does / Did your character have a strong bond with another character that you found to be memorable based on what it was founded on? (Characters who had a brotherly relationship, romantic, rivalry, etc.)
I can't mention every single person Elvira had a strong bond with, but know that if you did have a strong bond with Elvira - it was an amazing one.
Spoiler- Steven - married: A very strange relationship but is absoutely worked in the best way possible. The two are chaotic and Steven especially helped brighten up Elvira's life after everything she went through, and I am sure Elvira helped Steven out in her own way also. One day they will reunite again.
- Dralazar / Gareth - Rivals: Elvira and Dralazar had a very intense rivalry with each other - a cleric and a shade is never a good combination. Whenever they would meet, it often ended in a very tense debate about life and the light and dark fight, or the two clashing in city squares or whenever they meet. Despite this, they had a very good mutral respect for each other, which was an awesome element to roleplay out.
- Vailoen - Sister-in-Arms: Elvira and Vailoen met back in Vailor, when Heshakomeu was causing issues with the paladins. The two began talking and eventually became good friends with each other. Once Axios came around, this friendship intensified to the point the two were practically sisters and always looked out for each other. Even when Vailoen was a Keeper, she still held tight to her relationship with Elvira, even going as far as to placing her in the Pool of Xan to try and save her from her madness. It held out, even when Elvira died. The Holy Sister dynamic was amazing to roleplay out.
- Izier - Paladin Uncle: When Ramza essentially abandoned the clerical order and Elvira, Izier and his family, the Vincrute, took Elvira in as a niece and adopted her. Izier especially stuck by her side and helped her out throughout her time as a clerical leader, alongside Heial. The two fought side by side many times and showed family isn't always that of blood, but of those who are willing to stand by your side.
- The Clerics - Holy Brothers and sisters: This is moreso for all members of the Clerics who played when I was around - both when I was a student, a fully fledged cleric, and their leader. Without them, I think Elvira would have struggled to get through a lot of trials. They stood by her side through the best and the worst, sacrificed their lives to save her and encouraged her to keep fighting. Tahariae Guide you all. Andriel, Heshakoumeu especially.
- The Ascended - Holy Brothers and Sisters: Same as the clerics, as they helped Elvira on during her time as an Ascended. Even when it seemed the whole world was against the order, they stood clean and firm against it, checking on the wellbeing of other members and making sure we completed our tasks. Elvira especially is grateful for the Ascended and oocly, I do not regret becoming an Ascended.
- Daniel Nodal - Father-figure and teacher: If it wasn't for Daniel accepting Elvira as an alchemy student and helping her through her ordeals, Elvira wouldn't be the woman we all know today. When Daniel eventually passed on, it was painful for Elvira but she focused on moving forward and making the world better in his name.
4. What's the most badass thing your character has ever done?
...do you really want me to recite the list? Like REALLY want me to recite it?
- Yelled at Gazadriael to suck his **** in Flexio when the Aengudaemon was revived during the Isle of Malin event (she was angry, that guy made her go insane).
- Leapt onto the back of a dragon with her uncle, Izier, and both died - but it was bloody badass.
- All her savage statements, I can't pick one - all of them were badass.
- Had a one on one fight with a dark user (I can't remember their name) in the ruins of Johannasburg in Axios and it was amazing due to OOC communication and friendlieness.
- Made Rubrium ballista bolts that nearly killed her but one was eventually shot at the September Prince with the item needed to kill it attached to it.
- Ran a clerical order and then the Ascended order - shame we never got to her Paladin arc, else she would have been a part of all three major holy magics and bore their power at one point.
- Aiding Descendants against a demon army in Atlas - where she and Glineth, a demon lady, decided to team up and unleash holy-dark hell on demons. Hella badass.
- The many many many Elvira VS Dark forces moments - you guys all have a special place in my heart because of those fights and I am sorry if many turned into OOC drama by other members of my order.
- Told multiple god-like beings to go **** themself because she could.
- Spent a few months in a replica of the Desert of the Damned in order to repent for harming a descendant.
- Became LotC's DOOM slayer and gave some characters PTSD.
- Was a Half-Elf but gave no shits about it.
5. Character Art?
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A WIP - but this will be for Elvira's wiki page, figured I should give her a new design that's based on a Descendant's interpretation of her.
6. Anything else you'd like to talk about regarding your character?
Well, I said what I pretty much wanted to say regarding Elvira but I can share a few small tidbits.
My biggest headcanon for Elvira: Elvira is now in the Soulstream, battling against the many corrupted souls within the desert of the damned that are harming uncorrupted souls passing through but also is attempting to negotiate with the Archaengul in changing how the desert works, trying to ensure any innocent corrupted souls are spared or given a chance to be healed. Being a Master Sage makes her stronger than an average Ascended in the realm, so she's a reckoning to face. I might write a story regarding that, similar to what Xarkly has been doing.
There's also a big question I've been asked recently: Will Elvira come back?
Very unlikely given she is PK'ed, and the chances of her coming back as an undead or any dark creature that uses souls is impossible as her soul is protected by Aeriel (Died while Ascended lore was still accepted, so her soul is techincally bound to Aeriel). But if a ET or ST ever does an event where past characters come back for a time to help out - I definitely would appeal to have Elvira be one of those characters to return for a time and guide. But will she ever come back to the living permenantly? No, as her duty is now in the Soulstream.
I'm overwhelmed that many users on LotC, from many different groups on the server, loved my character for who she was and appreciate her. It makes me really happy to know I created a wonderful character and that people loved to roleplay with her. She wasn't perfect, which was probably why she was a great character so I'm just happy to hear Elvira went down as a beloved character for many older users.
Elvira's Wiki Page for anyone who want to read her history more: https://wiki.lordofthecraft.net/index.php?title=Elvira_Naromis
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Athanas gazes up at the floating island in a mix of awe and surprise. "Neat. I wonder how long it took for them to get the calucations and accuracy right."
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OOC
((MC Name: Farryn))
((Discord: Farryn#1306))
((Timezone: GMT ))
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IN-CHARACTER
What is your name?
Athanas Naromis
Why seek membership to the Mages Guild?
I seek to enhance my research and understanding of voidal magics, as well as learn skills that will be benefical to areas of my study - such being the many kinds of magic within our world, from the Aengudaemonic to the Voidal. I also seek to learn Alchemy and its uses. I also hope to use my own research to aid fellow descendants and that knowledge is kept within the correct hands.
What arts, if any, do you currently practice?
Aside from currently studying housemagery, I have no current magic of any kind under my belt. Though perhaps that might change in time.
What position do you desire to attain upon acceptance?
Either the Astrologicus, as I am an avid researcher of the Aengudaemonic, or Hermeticum, as I am considering following my mother's path in the way of Alchemy and medicine.
When should you be contacted for an interview?
I am happy to be contacted whenever the guild calls for me.
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Proof of book (Keefy, please don't yell at me in dm ;-;)
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MC Name:
Farryn
Character's Name:
Athanas Naromis
Character's Age:
138
Character's Race:
High Elf
What magic(s) will you be learning?
Housemagery
Teacher's MC Name:
Housemagery Spellbook - Written by Shui Xiao Yu-Lianhua
Teacher's RP Name:
Housemagery Spellbook - Written by Shui Xiao Yu-Lianhua
Do you have a magic(s) you are dropping due to this app? If so, link it:
No magic
Do you agree to keep Story updated on the status of your magic app?:
I agree
Are you aware that if this magic is shelved, that you may no longer use it in character?
I am very much aware
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"...this definitely cannot be the work of the Paladins of Xan - there is no way they would step that low," Athanas murmured after hearing the news in his new home. The high elf placing down the newspaper onto his desk and rubbed his chin. "Yet, Zann - Xan. No doubt the Descendants who despise the latter will take this as a chance to hunt down the Paladins of Xan, an excuse per say. Surely those with bright minds know that this may be the cultists attempting to shift the blame onto the Paladins of Xan or have people think they are responsible... no matter, I should discuss this matter with Elder Grungron. It seems now may be a good time to see action,"
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Athanas Naromis stares at the missive in his hand, the one-arm high elf's expression a mix of disgust and amusement. A chuckle escaping from his lips. "...for a moment, I thought this was from Sutica, not from Haelun'or... you'd expect them to at least be more discreet or relatively sensible in their descriptions..."
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Athanas writes up his letter and sends it off to the building.
"Hello, I am Athanas Naromis - I am quite new to Vaelya. I have a fondness for books, so perhaps book regarding Vaeyla's culture or of any topic would be most welcomed!"
54 minutes ago, Drew8716 said:*Seonaidh grabs a piece of parchment to write a letter with* Seonaidh Claims this one. Seonaidh would like some Literature or Strong Ale.
He then looks over the other letters, thinking. He then decides to take Seonaidh's request. "Let's see what I can get for this fellow."
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Within the Soulstream, an old yet familiar face would greet Azoth. A glowing teal eye filled with warmth yet small sadness.
“...took you long enough, old friend. I was beginning to think we would not meet again,” Elvira smiled at him.
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Somewhere within the Soulstream, Elvira waits patiently for her son to arrive.
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Regardless of if it gets accepted or not, you did a great job writing this lore, @WhiteKnight_19 and I hope the clerics do see better days than what came before.
Only one thing to say here....
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*Remembers the books Kary and co found that hinted towards this*
*Then reads this*
But really though, brilliant writing as always, Xarkly! Go forth, you glorious writer, go forth and weave a brilliant story! (Yes, came back to LotC briefly to read this and comment)
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Spoiler0Advanced issue found▲SpoilerThe highest peak in Arcas towered above as the Ascended made her way up. The cold winds brushing against her form, threatening to send her back. Yet she stood steadfast as she continued on. Night had since fallen and the full moon lingered up above, lighting her path. The woman wore her usual leathered coat and tunic, her teal sash slung around her waist. Her sabre strapped firmly to her side. On her back, she carried a simple bag of all she wanted to bring with her. Yet most noticeable - the polished slayer steel Arm of Aeriel was strapped to its usual place on her left hand. The astral crystals forged into the metal pulsing ever so lightly.
Finally, she came to a halt ontop the peak, overlooking the vast lands of Arcas. Elvira was no stranger to this peak, she had visited it many times to reflect or to take time away from the worries of the world. From the many fights with the dark, the light, and the void, to the concerns of the many in the lands below. There was a calm peacefulness that only this place could bear and keep - a silence so welcoming it could grant even an Aengudaemon a moment’s peace. Though shadows have since fallen the land with the night - specks of light made out the many settlements. The many lives that have continued to strive, even now.
Yet she knew this would be her last visit here, or anywhere in Arcas.
The woman sat down at her usual rock, placing her sabre down by her feet. A gentle puff of breath escaped from her lips as she gazed over at the sight. Her ever-glowing teal eye filled with a knowing sadness.
Everything she did, she often questioned if it was worth it. From the lives she spared to the lives she took. The people she befriended and the people she hated. The many journies to the extraordinary of locations and to the very depth of danger. Everything she gained and everything she lost. What was it all for?
For the many who call these lands home? For herself? For the hope that everything would be different this time? For a peace that may never be truly gained?
All that Elvira knew was that she did what she could for all here - she had helped stopped many threats, brought new life into the world, and brought many lives to an end. She served the light and sought alternatives when dealing with the dark. She lived many lives within just one, went by many names and witnessed many moments.
The woman saw the worst in the world - those who turned to dark and used it to do harm to others, while those of light did just the same despite the oaths they took. She saw once innocent and cheerful lives either ended or changed due to the actions of others, many falling to their grief and pain. The anger of many by her actions, the friends and family she had lost. Too many times she saw one land end as they fled to another, the spinning cycle that never seemed to end still going.
Yet where there was worst, there was good - those who used their powers, regardless of light or dark, to protect and help others. Men and women who did ill now strived for redemption and stood back up after they fell. Times where many of different races stood together as one to protect their home. The smiles and joy that many found in the smallest of situations. The many friends and family she had, even when she had lost hope.
The world, the Ascended knew, needed both sides. Both light and dark, good and bad, life and death, joy and pain. No matter how many times someone tried to remove one side or avoid it, it’ll always be there. From the lich that tries to avoid death to the innocent man who tried to avoid doing bad. There was always a time where they cannot avoid it, no matter how many times they tried. That was the true balance of nature - of life in general.
That was why she did everything she did. To simply live, and so that others could experience life as well. And she did such well, a good life she had but one she knew was finally up. Afterall - even immortals die eventually, it was just a matter of when and not if. Not even she, regardless of what everyone thought, was immune to death.
The Ascended leaned back and watched the sky, the moon above seemly glowing brighter than usual. She felt herself weakening and glanced down to her hand. Already, her skin was beginning to crystallize, specks of light drifting off the teal surface and to the sky above. The crystals slowly spread up her arm, as same as the other and her legs. A clear sign of an Ascended about to die.
Elvira led a good life - she went from a frightened young child that had grown up with nothing but abuse and harm, to an Alchemist who strived to help many and eventually overcame her past. Then, a cleric of Tahariae who strived to do good but at the cost of ending innocent lives to see that impurity and purity did not matter. She became a leader, someone to guide others through the dark. Then, an Ascended who walked the path of grey - aiding both sides of light and dark to ensure balance was kept. So many trials and so many people lost. Nearly, she had lost herself many times but always found a way to keep herself going, even if it meant suffering more. She finally knew she reached the end.
Had she told anyone about her end, they would do all they could to stop her. Many didn’t want to see her go or accept the fact she was ready to move on. So many she had guided with her advice and wisdom, or stood side by side with on the battlefield, to the point where they relied on her too much. Many did not wish to accept her eventual death but deep down, they all knew it would happen. Thus, she decided to venture up to this peak and silently leave the world, with only the moon and stars as her witnesses.
The crystallization kept on spreading up her arms and over her body. A tear ran down her cheek before she chuckled softly - she had faith in them all. In the mortals to overcome the next threats that came their way. For someone to rise up in her place and guide those who need such. For another leader that truly understood the meaning of their actions. For a child to find a home and grow up once more.
That was her final wish.
What the Ascended saw last before her vision faded was the many who had passed before her: her parents, her grandfather, Daniel Nodal, Beth, Beros, Izier, Aliyra, Guarger, Ramza, Heshakomeu, many clerics of old, Nienna, Blundermore, Heial, the previous Master Sages, Victoria… and many more. All waiting for her, smiling softly as they stood there. A gentle smile formed on her lips and she nodded. Her eye falling shut.
The crystals finally overcame her body and shattered, her form splintering into many small aspects of light. The teal light that was once Elvira drifted up into the sky, towards the moon while a Borealis of teal colour formed around the peaks. One by one, the specks of lights vanished away into nothing.
Just like that, the last Master Sage and the woman who guided many was gone.
[Elvira Naromis. 2014 - 2020]
[!] Many letters would find their way to the addressed individuals [!]
Rickard
Spoiler1Advanced issue found▲0Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“To my one and only grandson,
I am proud to have known you and that you have grown into such a wonderful person. You might have fallen at one point but you had the confidence to climb back up from such. Though, it pains me to admit - my time has come and Aeriel calls for me. I ask that you look after both yourself and Vex, and live life to the fullest. Though the parting hurts, I trust you to take all that I taught you to heart and use it to become a better person. Even though you’ll suffer, there will always be peace and joy around the corner for you, my grandson.
I hope to see you soon when you come to the other side,
From your dearest grandmother,
Elvira.”
P.S: To you, I leave my sabre and the Arm of Aeriel. Use them both wisely and take care of them, just as they’ve taken care of me.
Lefkos
Spoiler7Advanced issues found▲0Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“Dear Lefkos,
You and I both knew this time was approaching and it finally came. I am afraid there’s no way for you to save me this time, as natural death can never be stopped. I have heard the bells of Sokar and I must heed their call. I ask that you keep on leading the paladins to the best of your abilities and let nothing keep you from happiness. Remember the advice I gave you and know not all of the morally right choices will be the necessary ones. Do what you think is necessary. I wish you and the Paladins the best in life, and that I will be there to guide you all through the Soulstream and to Xan’s domain when the time comes.
May Xan guide you,
Elvira Naromis.
P.S: There will be a chest in front of the keep, which holds all of the books that I have gained over the many years, as well as a few relics I wish to bestow upon you. Use them wisely and I hope they’ll help you all.”
Vailoen
Spoiler1Advanced issue found▲0Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“Dear Vailoen,
I’m sad we did not get to meet more before my passing but to know you’re still living and doing well brings me peace and relief. I am thankful that you stood with me, through thick and thin, and helped me regain a second chance at life. To me, you’ll always be my greatest friend and sister. I await the day that you come through Aeriel’s domain so that I may guide you and so we can catch up for one last time.
I love you dearly, sister.
Elvira Naromis
Eris Naromis
Spoiler2Advanced issues found▲0Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“To my dear daughter,
I do not know if this letter will reach you in time but… I am afraid my time to leave has come and I am no more. Do not weep for me as we may meet soon, but I ask that you continue to live on and carry the Naromis name in pride. Live and become who you wish to be, not what I want you to be, but for yourself. Remember all that I taught you and live a good life. I am proud to have had you as a daughter.
Love,
Your mother, Elvira.”
Andriel
Spoiler0Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“To my dearest friend Andriel,
I wish we had more time to meet but I am afraid such has ran out. My time has come and I’ve passed by the time you’re reading this. Thank you for everything, for being there with me at the start of my journey as a cleric and helping me through everything. You have and always will be one of my greatest friends. Though, it saddens me to leave you behind as the last of the Archons. Live and survive, Andriel. For myself, for him, for us all.
I’ll see you soon when you pass on too,
Love,
Elvira Naromis”
Arik
Spoiler2Advanced issues found▲10Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“Dear Arik.
My time to move on as come and I’ve answered Sokar’s calling. Though I wish we could have talked before my passing, such was not meant to be. I ask that you take care of Crumena and Steven when they return, when you return, and that you live life the best you can. Though it will hurt, the parting that is, I know you will endure and live on. Do well, Arik, I know you can.
Love from,
Elvira.”
Hiren
Spoiler2Advanced issues found▲0Advanced issue found▲0Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“Dear Hiren,
Thank you for being a good grandson to me and I hope you continue to grow and do well. I know for certain your father, Nin, is proud of you just as much as I am. Regardless, continue to live and do good in the world. Even when all seems lost, you’ll always have those there to guide you.
Love,
Elvira.”
Meta El and Neci Solaray
Spoiler2Advanced issues found▲10Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“Dear Meta and Neci,
It’s time for the last practitioner of the Flowing Sun in Arcas to move on, and thus I have. Thank you both for everything. For the chance to protect myself and others, for the advice and wisdom that kept me going, and for being the family I needed when others passed on. I hope you both and the Flowing Sun Clan remain strong, and that I’ll be watching from the skies above. I’ll… also say hello for Athanas for you both when I see her. Once again, thank you both for everything.
Love,
Elvira.”
Steven
Spoiler7Advanced issues found▲0Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“To my dearly beloved,
I don’t know where you are now or what mischief you’re getting up to, but I hope you are doing well. I’m afraid my time has come to move on and by the time you’ve read this, I’ve parted from the world. I… wish we could have truly spent more time together, perhaps retired and went to explore the world and beyond, but it seems such was not meant to be. Please keep strong and hang in there, as I am still watching from the moon above. Do try and achieve your home on a brand new moon, come up with the craziest ideas you can do… and just continue to be the man I fell to love. Don’t be tempted by the urge of immortality or we may never meet again. That said… I love you with all my heart and I cannot wait for the day we reunite again.
Love from,
Your wife, Elvis.”
Shagarath
Spoiler0Advanced issue found▲0Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“To my dear fellow immortal, Shagarath,
It appears both Kor and Sokar have agreed that my time to pass has come, and thus I must answer their call. Thank you for being someone I could talk about things a simple mortal may not and that I pray to the spirits to keep you safe. Though I know Kor will take you to the Spiritual Realms and your soul will not pass through the Soulstream, I hope there will be a time we can reunite and talk just like old times.
May Kor guide you, Vulture,
Elvira”
Beranabus
Spoiler4Advanced issues found▲10Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“Dearest Beranabus,
The Archaengul and Sokar have given the call and I’m afraid I have passed on. Thank you for being one of my oldest mentors and I hope that you continue to help others where I could not. I know I have certainly grown from the young shy alchemist you met back in Athera, and some of that was because I had you there to guide me. Thank you for everything,
From, Elvira Naromis.”
Hareven
Spoiler1Advanced issue found▲0Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“Dear Hare,
Thank you for the many talks we had throughout the many lands and the times we thought side by side. I wish good fortune upon you and those you hold dear, and that you continue to uphold balance when such is necessary. Have a good life.
May the Aspects guide you,
Elvira.”
Kyral
Spoiler3Advanced issues found▲10Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“Dear Kyral.
Looks like death has come to claim me. Always knew this would happen but it feels surreal now. Live a good life and keep on fighting for your clan. The Winterleafs have always been family to me and I hope they keep on doing well. Live and do good, but also be yourself and be safe!
From,
Elvira.”
Vas
2Advanced issues found▲Spoiler“Dear Vas,
Death has claimed me and I welcome it, as my time has gone on for far too long. You’ve been a good cousin, though I still wish you had not taken the path you now walk. Please do what you can to not harm innocents and not spread the Shade’s Gifts to others, especially those unwilling to take it. Let people live and suffer, as it is through suffering that we grow and nurture as individuals. It may be hard but I trust you to not go down the same route as the Shade Fathers in the past. I wish you the best.”
From your cousin,Elvira.”
The Ascended of Aeriel
Spoiler2Advanced issues found▲0Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“To those of the Ascended that still remain,
I am sorry if I had failed you all as Master Sage. My choices may have not been the best ones, but they are ones I have chosen to make because I believed them to be necessary. Regardless of that, I am proud to have called each and every one of you my comrade and family… though it pains me to know the Ascended may not be around further. As the last Master Sage, I will give one final order to you all, and I hope you all keep to it the best you can.
Live and enjoy life. Keep on the path of good and help the many others who may stumble upon your life. Know that those you meet may have their fair share of troubles, and such may be why they act the way they do. Be patient and never stray. Follow the advice I gave you all in the past but be sure to live and think for yourselves.
I wait for you all at the other end.
May Aeriel forever keep you all safe,
The 7th and final Master Sage,
Elvira Naromis”
P.S: Here’s my recipe for my mocha. Please make it for everyone who may need something to warm them up and bring comfort to many. Let the Naromis Mocha live on and bring comfort to many.
- In a large coffee mug, pour in 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup.
- Add coffee with vanilla extract and stir together.
- Then, add steamed milk.
- You can stir gently or leave layered.
- Topped off with whipped cream and 1 tablespoon of syrup. Add cinnamon if using.
The Paladins of Xan
Spoiler3Advanced issues found▲23Advanced issues found▲20Advanced issue found▲Spoiler“To the Paladins of Xan,
Some of you may know me, some better than others. Regardless of our relations - I wish you all the best in your duties and that you remain steadfast in the many years to come. With both the clerics and the Ascended down, it’ll rest on you all to keep the balance and ensure that our world doesn’t ceases to nothing. It may be stressful and it is, but I know you’ll pull through and do what is necessary.
May Xan guide you all,
7th and last Master Sage of the Ascended Order.
Elvira Naromis.
OOC
It’s been a good run for both myself and Elvira, but I think it’s time I moved on from LotC and began focusing more on my life. There’s just too many issues with this server that have been raised but have never been fixed despite how many people raised them. I’ve been let down by many people fo simple things that could have been done easily, but it seems things won’t be sorted out any time soon. Sometimes its better to just move on than keep clinging to something in hopes it’ll get better.
Thank you all for everything, even if many times have caused immense stress for me and also caused me to lose friends. As said by Elvira: Live and enjoy life the fullest. We do only have one life and it should be spent more on the world outside of LotC than in here. Elvira has had her fill of life and it’s about time for her to rest after six years of playing as her. As fo me, I got a life ahead of me and I should spend it more on something worth living for, such as my dream of becoming a Cinematographer and the real life.
I’ll be contactable on discord but I hopefully won’t be returning here ever again. I hope you all have a great time and that you all stay safe!
Sincerely,
Farryn.
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A Battle of Light & Dark, Within The Fallen City
in Grand Kingdom of Urguan
Posted
From within the Soulstream, a long passed Ascended observed the fight from a pool of water. Her arms crossed and gaze set on what she bore witness to. An exhausted sigh escaped from her lips. "...And thus does Light and Dark clash once more. The eternal conflict continuing on as it should. Though I wish the Paladins and their allies well, as there is still a fight they must fight,"
Her eyes flickered to a particular face, Faenor, and she couldn't help but smile. A mother bearing pride in a child, a grin of an old woman amused by what she was seeing. "...and to think you'd use my bloody relic to carry on where I left of, be it in your own unique way... hah! Of course you would and I'm all for it! Wear it well, as it bears my hope to see the world to contiune on its path despite the many who seek to harm it. Forge ahead, Faenor,"