Apr. 10th, 2015

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[Action 1]

This morning, a mighty warrior approaches Union astride his noble steed, weaponry and a trophy of his previous conquest displayed for all to see- wait no. No that's not it.

Approaching Union this morning is a kid with mohawk, piercings, and tattoos, dressed in the leathers and hides common to the Valkyrie tribes and with a glowing disk hanging from a cord around his neck. He's riding a slightly-smaller-than-normal Rhyhorn, who's also carrying a couple of packs and a bundle of sleeping furs along with a short spear and small shield. A Zigzagoon is running back and forth around them, examining everything it sees. The group comes to a stop outside the gate and looks up at the walls.

"This thing is huge! Not as tall as the Citadel, but it must have taken forever to build it!"

"Looks strong. Hard to break. Want to try."

The boy pats the Rhyhorn's head.

"We'll have lots of time to try. Let's look around first. There has to be tons of wrecked stuff to see here!"

The Zigzagoon runs in a circle in excitement.

"Lots of stuff! Shiny things! Smelly things! Fun things!"

"I bet! Come on!"

[Video]

[Crooked shakeycam video is a go! Have a kid who's very clearly not from Union because who in Union would make themselves look like that? Though that look does seem oddly reminiscent of some of the Valkyries who robbed caravans last year...

He's a bit loud when he speaks, as if he's trying to make himself heard by even the people who are far away. Hey, when you're talking to someone far away you have to raise your voice so they can hear you. It's not like he has any idea how this technology actually works.]


Hey! I'm Domri Rade! [The camera wobbles and points at a Rhyhorn.] And this is Little One [And now to a Zigzagoon.] and Root. [And now back to Domri.] We got here today and just got this "Warp Band" thing. This place seems pretty wrecked. I heard a lot of weird stuff happens around here, anything interesting happening right now? Any good places to check out? I need a place to sell some stuff too, where can I do that?

[Action 2]

And now Domri's riding around Union on his Rhyhorn because otherwise he wouldn't be able to see over people's heads, looking around at all the things he's never seen before. His Zigzagoon is with him too of course, darting between people's legs as it tries to look at everything (and perhaps acquire some new shinies in the process). He can be found pretty much everywhere at some point, frequently because he's lost but he won't admit to that.
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It comes suddenly and without warning. The ground beneath the land shakes with great force and fury, the great towers of Union shifting dangerously due to the magnitude. Somehow, miraculously, nobody is injured, but great structural damage is sustained on many of the connecting bridges that keep the city together.

On the streets, people are fearful. What if another quake comes? What if they aren't as lucky that time? Teams of Engineers are all over the city, checking on the damage and making what repairs they can. Electricity has been knocked out in many areas and crews are still struggling to recover it, although the Signal Tower remains with power and broadcasts over radio and television are sent to reassure the populace.

Thankfully, no aftershocks come. Messages are already coming in from other ally cities, Caldera and Citadel are mostly fine, Refuge, while fine, has devolved into panicked prayer to appease whoever they offended to send such a large quake. As surveyors go out to examine the damage, they will find that new underground routes have been opened all over. Unfortunately, those who went to investigate have not returned, sending a second wave of panic through many of the cities. The Union Council is working with the governments of the other cities to plan a proper response, and they hope to announce within the next few days as the city recovers. For now, however, the new paths are strictly off-limits to all citizens, and have been placed under heavy guard by the Swords of the Savior, the Steel Battalion, and some Valkyrie volunteers.

((Feel free to use this post as an IC mingle to react to the earthquakes!))
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Far away from Union in a nebulous space lit by moonlight, seven beings of immense and inconceivable power gazed thoughtfully at each other in deferential silence.

…There was a bit of an awkward air to the whole affair.

As the seconds ticked by, the one in the bed of flowers broke the silence a bit desperately.

“Nice weather lately, don’t you think?”

The others murmured their quiet agreement.

“Of course, it’s been mild in general – since they went into hibernation, I suppose.” The voice tapered off, realizing what that implied. “Oh – well, it’s not that I don’t like them, but we – ”

“Please.”

A dry rasp cut through the forcibly cheery tones. Its owner glowered in irritation.

“We do not all have an infinite amount of time at our disposal. Time’s Wayfarer, where is the Origin?”

The forest spirit looked vaguely offended.

“It isn’t infinite. And I can’t help it if something’s come up; it’s a risky plan. It was a great effort to secure permission at all - small wonder if the Forces of Nature have some misgivings. You know how they’re like.”

The ruler of nightmares emitted a harsh grunt. “I do not, owing to – ”

“Owing to speaking out of impatience.” A serene voice echoed from the source of the moonlight in the corner. “I am sure the Origin is doing everything possible to convince them of the necessity… Allow some time.”

Beside her, the three sprites nodded in unison.

“We believe -- ” “it would be prudent –- ” “to cease the complaints.”

A pause.

“That is to say… ” “before the Origin arrives.” “So, well. Now.”

There came a collective wave of intakes of breath as a figure suddenly blinked into existence within the center of the congregation without further warning. The psychic trio slowly lowered their heads in respect; the others murmured in tones of awe and parted to make way, their voices ringing out simultaneously.

“We -- ” “are -- ” “honored.”

“Dear Origin… It has been a very long time...”

“About half an hour longer than it ought to have been.”

“It’s good to see you again! Have you met with the Forces?”

“Will they do it? We’ll need their aid if our plan is to succeed…”

Hovering gently in the air, the Origin of All performed a few acrobatic flips, rising low into the sky before responding.

“I’m so sorry to be late, everyone! I couldn’t find them as quickly as I thought I would... But we’ve talked, and they’ve agreed to a favor. …It will be tonight.”

Tonight?

“Yes, tonight!” A sudden whirl. “Wayfarer, will you be ready?”

The spirit of the forest looked startled for a moment before nodding slowly in response.

“Of course… As soon as the ground is parted… I will make my preparations.”

“Then our plans are set!” The Origin beamed brightly. “Don’t worry, everyone – I’ve watched them for a long, long time now. I know… they will understand. Whatever we need to show them, they are sure to understand…”

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