Cass
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Post by Cass on Jan 21, 2007 18:59:53 GMT -5
Thaniel wasn't quite sure. He looked around him hesitantly, brushing his hair back from his eyes. His hand, once raised, could not be restrained from cycling through its "nervous routine." Delicately, it adjusted his glasses so that they sat further up on his nose, scratched the back of his neck, and then took hold of the back of his right jean leg and tugged it down over his boot. Once he'd done that, there wasn't much else to keep his attention, so he plopped down in the sand and reached for the pack he'd brought. He'd tied its strap around the quarter staff that now stabbed uncomfortably into the sand, making his back jerk up and forward. It took him a moment to get the strap unhooked; then he tugged it open and fished around in its soft contents until he found the rough leather cover of a book. Trying to distract himself from the unnatural heat and his boredom, he began to read. It was a book he'd already been through a few times, but its difficult terms and long sentences made it hard to comprehend at first, so it felt like a new book each time he read it. But those details aren't very interesting. Here are the facts. Thaniel Nixx was sitting alone on the sand of a shipyard he wasn't quite sure was the right one. And Thaniel Nixx was waiting. Impatiently, if you please.
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Post by L.A.C.R.I.M.O.S.A on Jan 24, 2007 19:59:58 GMT -5
All of a sudden, a bright, glimmering spark of golden hue split open the vast sky and raced across the ocean of clouds in a dazzling light show. Its course was headed straight for the Ghost Shipyards, and as it came into contact with the ground, a blinding white light flooded the area.
When the light subsided, a young man no older than twenty five appeared, his head turning this way and that as he looked around curiously.
He was tall and slender with a light, muscular build. Wavy locks of golden blonde hair sat atop his head shimmering in the morning light, slightly draping over clear green eyes that shone bright as stars. Upon his back sat two large wings of golden brown, folded neatly upon his toned figure. Garbed in a billowy white cotton shirt and tight-fitting brown pants that tucked into two black, cloth boots, he chuckled whimsically, and with a hand, he scratched the back of his neck in a humble manner, flashing his student a bright grin.
"Sorry I'm late. I got a bit lost on the way here, but I hope you're not too angry with me." His voice was light and musical tinted with the vague remnants of some sort of exotic accent.
He bowed slightly, his golden blonde hair draping forward as he said, "My name is Talynn, and I shall be your teacher at Twilight Moon Academy."
((Sorry 'bout the wait, by the way. ^^ Had I any idea that you were waiting all this time for a teacher, I'd have posted sooner. X___x; Well, with that said....WELCOME to Twilight Moon Academy! ^^))
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Cass
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Official Class Creator Student - Thaniel[M:600]
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Post by Cass on Jan 24, 2007 22:00:44 GMT -5
Hastily, Thaniel stuffed the book back into his pack, trying not to keep his Master Teacher waiting. The quarterstaff made him stumble as he climbed to his feet, but he regained his posture and shoved his glasses up with a slightly embarrassed smile. "Thank you, Professor Tayln," he said quickly, wondering at the beautiful young man standing before him. "The wait wasn't bad at all." He was distracted for a moment by the nagging voice in the back of his head that could not help but question how one could get lost on the campus of a school one taught at. Hesitating for a moment, he bowed deeply as well, yelping in surprise and then covering his mouth sheepishly as the quarterstaff scraped uncomfortably against the ground. It occurred to him that if he was this tall and the staff was still hindering him at every turn, he probably had it on wrong. Well, he could always blame his mother.
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Post by L.A.C.R.I.M.O.S.A on Jan 24, 2007 22:12:22 GMT -5
Talynn threw his head back and laughed heartily, his hair tossing like rays of sun. "Good, good! I was afraid I might have gotten off on a rough start. I just got transferred here from another school, so I'm a bit new myself! But!- I'm glad to hear everything is right as rain." He flashed him another friendly smile as he rubbed his arms.
Talynn blinked at Thaniel's staff inquisitively for a moment and decided to say," That's quite a weapon, you have there, uhhmmm...Thaniel, was it? Where'd you get it? I've never seen one quite like it before."
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Cass
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Official Class Creator Student - Thaniel[M:600]
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Post by Cass on Jan 24, 2007 22:21:51 GMT -5
The teacher's friendly matter forced Thaniel's face into a smile, though he hadn't planned one. Sheepishly, he reached back and felt along the length of the weapon. "It's just a quarterstaff," he said, feeling slightly uncomfortable with Talynn's complete cluelessness in regard to the common staff. "They're really kind of normal where I'm from. You're supposed to learn how to fight with them before you pick up anything metal, but..." He glanced down at his heavily booted feet. "I can't really even hold this thing properly, let alone use it. My mother wants me to learn how to fight, but really I'm no good at it."
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Post by L.A.C.R.I.M.O.S.A on Jan 24, 2007 22:27:39 GMT -5
"Where I use to teach, the students never had staves....just swords, spears, and the like."
Tarynn blinked a few times more and then laughed. "Oh! I apologize. I'm afraid I've been getting off track again." He chuckled, his arms folded behind his head casually. "Anyways, how would you get to the academy? Walking, swimming, flying...? Or we might, perhaps, take a boat? I'll let you choose." Tarynn ruffled his wings to a more comfortable position as his large, green eyes stared tentatively at his student.
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Cass
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Post by Cass on Jan 24, 2007 22:32:22 GMT -5
Thaniel felt himself blush as he admitted the truth. "I can't swim, fly, or even walk very far." Okay, there it was. He scuffed at the sand and smiled, unable to help himself. "So whatever you'd like to do is good, I guess?"
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Post by L.A.C.R.I.M.O.S.A on Jan 25, 2007 12:33:28 GMT -5
Talynn gave Thaniel a toothy grin, clasping his hands together jubilantly. "Great! We'll take the boat then. Follow me, if you will."
The man led his student to the edge of the lake, fog slivering about their ankles and nipping at their heels as they progressed. The dock itself consisted of only wood and nails, but it had fallen victim to time and was currently beginning to decay, termites and other wood-dwelling insects sleeping soundly in the wooden posts. At first glance, it would appear as if the mildew-covered structure would not be able to bear the weight of both Talynn and Thaniel, but despite its gruesome appearance, the dock was actually quite stable as both teacher and student passed over it.
The water itself was thick with algae and mud, and if one were to peer over the soggy edge of the dock, he would find it nigh impossible to see the bottom of the lake, let alone his own reflection. Upon the calm waters sat a small boat fit for two, waiting quietly as gentle waves lapped at its glistening hulls. The oars, one on each side, were lowered into the murky waters as if silently waiting to be put into use.
"Isn't she a beauty?" Talynn muttered cheerily. "I made 'er myself." He ran a hand over the hull delicately, fingering the intricate designs and patterns depicted in the wood. After a moment, the man turned back to Thaniel and gave him a look of apology. "Ha! I'm sorry. I was doing it again, wasn't I? Just babbling on? Well, not a minute to waste, so let us be off, shall we?" He hopped over the ledge of the boat and eased himself into a bench, adjusting his golden brown wings into a more comfortable position as he stared at his student intently, waiting for him to join him.
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Cass
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Official Class Creator Student - Thaniel[M:600]
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Post by Cass on Jan 25, 2007 21:02:30 GMT -5
Thaniel could not help grinning uncontrollably as he stepped gingerly onto the boat, watching his feet to make sure he didn't slip on the algae. He liked water, to be honest, but he'd never been on a boat before. He much preferred ice skates and sculptures to swimming and sailing. Not that he'd ever done either of the latter. Anything liquid was frozen moments after being exposed in his city. He suddenly missed Sintack, and as he sat down he glanced longingly over his shoulder as if doing so could make it appear behind him for his personal satisfaction. But all he could see was the gloomy green lake and a portion of the coast. He liked his Master Teacher and being able to heal almost any wound nicely, sure, and it came in handy, but right now he thought he might give it all up to be back home, reading inside, next to that huge window. The one that showed him the whole city, and all the people in it that plodded, shivering, from place to place, and the mountain goats milling in their pens as they awaited the shearing.
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Post by L.A.C.R.I.M.O.S.A on Jan 26, 2007 13:00:31 GMT -5
The boat lurched forward gently, setting off into the murky waters of the shipyards. The oars, as if by magic, moved rhythmically by themselves as they paddled the elegant watercraft further out.
As the docks of the shipyards soon began to fade into the distance, Talynn breathed in deeply, taking in the scent of sea plants and the faint odor of shrubbery from afar.
Feeling a bit awkward due to lack of conversation, Talynn folded his hands neatly behind his head, kicked up his feet, and said to Thaniel, "So...What brings you to the academy? Any special abilities or talents?"
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Cass
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Post by Cass on Jan 26, 2007 18:45:39 GMT -5
Thaniel smiled gently, shoving his glasses further up on his nose again and firmly sticking their arms harder into the hooks of his ears so they would stay there. Despite the hauntingly serene motion of the oars and the dark, muddy look of the water, just being out in the middle of the lake was relaxing. "I'm very good at healing," he said, watching his Master Teacher's face, then leaning back slightly and closing his eyes as he propped his elbows up on the boat's edge. "My father, Nixx, is the patron god of mountain-goat shearers. It sounds a bit odd, but the rope that can be sheared from the goats is renowned for its healing and soothing properties. So I guess it fits..." He felt as if he could almost fall asleep against the side of the boat; after all, it was a harrowing journey down the mountain and all the way to the academy, and he hadn't slept often. It was especially difficult to keep himself awake because, after all, he did not have the strongest of bodies. "Sintack, the town I'm from?" he continued dreamily, seeing shapes in his eyelids. "I used to be the doctor's apprentice there. I was much better than him, I guess-" it sounded odd, as he'd never let himself really think that- "but I had a problem because whenever someone came in really bloodied-up, I would get dizzy and I couldn't do anything. Sometimes I fainted." He chuckled in recollection. "So I used to wear a blindfold all the time. I would wear my apprentice's headband- you know, the thing with the disk on front to reflect light or whatever it was used for? I would wear that backwards so that the strap was over my eyes. I must have looked so strange, but it was the only way I could put my hands on someone with their guts spilling out to heal them without dropping like a rock..." His eyes snapped open and he straightened, painfully aware that he'd been rambling. "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to go on about it."
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Post by L.A.C.R.I.M.O.S.A on Jan 26, 2007 19:29:56 GMT -5
Talynn chuckled softly, his eyes now closed in relaxation as the gently waves and simultaneous movement of the oars lulled him. "Think nothing of the rambling. I guess we're even now, huh?" He gave a bark of laughter, dangling his wings over the side of the boat so that the tips were submerged, trailing on behind the path of the watercraft.
"That's quite a story, though," he shifted his weight slightly to a more comfortable position, his green eyes now open and staring about the vast, glistening waters of the lake. "A healer, you say? Hmmmm, interesting. I don't believe we have any of the sort at the academy yet. You'll make a fine addition."
A long, lingering moment of silence ensued, and Talynn had to use all his will-power to prevent himself from succumbing to the serenity of the trip and nodding off. When the large, looming silhouette of the academy came into view, Talynn opened a single eye and then closed it once more. When he finally registered what he had seen, he jumped up slightly, smiled, and in a light-hearted voice said, "Oh, look! We've finally arrived." He was now at the ledge of the boat, his hands on the sides as he leaned forward to take a closer look. "If you think it looks big now, just wait until we get closer."
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Cass
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Post by Cass on Jan 26, 2007 20:48:03 GMT -5
Thaniel tried to marvel at the academy's shadowed size, but he'd seen too many huge buildings in his life. This one, it could be argued, was much different, but it was still impossible to force himself to admire it. It would be easier, he hoped, once he entered. He was busy thinking about what his Master Teacher had said. No one who healed here? That presented opportunity, but he'd rather be part of the group than be much different at all.
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Post by L.A.C.R.I.M.O.S.A on Jan 27, 2007 22:33:41 GMT -5
"What a site," Talynn marveled as the boat came to an abrupt halt before the white, sandy banks of the lake, its bow easing into the soft ground. Talynn put one hand on the ledge and leaped over the edge as he swung his legs over, his hands and face turned to the sky as he stared up at the magnificent building.
"Thaniel, I'd like to welcome you to Twilight Moon Academy."
The academy building was large and grand, its polished stone blocks glistening brightly in the golden rays of the sun as it defied its ancient age. Several gables and windows embedded themselves in the walls, dark and daunting but at the same time welcoming with some sort of hidden mystery as they gaped at the two newcomers from their perches high up. The grandeur of the academy was enough to satisfy the needs of the most materialistic prince and possibly more, and Talynn spun around in place once, smiling cheerfully at the heavens.
"Such a beauty, no? You'll find plenty to do here, many new people to meet, and a whole chock full of mysteries to uncover....But I'm afraid this is where we must depart. For now, that is." The man turned towards his student and bowed humbly. "We'll meet again sometime, though, but I do believe I have something for you." Talynn fished around in his pocket for a moment, pulling out random objects and then shaking his head as he placed them back in and continued his search. At long last, he he shouted, "Aha!", and he held out in front of him a small, crystal clear orb that caught the incoming sunlight and filtered it into a rainbow of colors on the ground.
***Thaniel has received the "Celestial Kaleidoscope"*** The "Celestial Kaleidoscope" is a very rare orb. Use it any time in battle by calling upon it and invoking its powers. This particular orb has the special ability to confuse the enemy by putting them under the illusuin that there are hundreds of copies of the one who used the orb. This calls for one severely confused and disoriented opponent! NOTE: At first, summoning will be tiring!!! Practice before battles to prevent damage to yourself, leading to the loss of the battle!
"Before I go, I must assign you a schedule, so here's the deal.....
For the first 6 periods of the day, everyone will have the same schedule: 1: Magic 2: Weaponry 3: Alchemy 4: Beastry 5: Master 6: BREAK
Then comes the optional classes.
For period 7 classes, students choose ONE of the three: Music, History, Potionry
For period 8 classes, students choose ONE of the three: Holy, Flare, Summoning
For period 9 classes, students choose ONE of the three: Dragoon, Samurai, Theivery
For period 10 classes, students choose ONE of the two: Puppetmaster, Survival So, young Master Thaniel, what say you?"
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Cass
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Official Class Creator Student - Thaniel[M:600]
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Post by Cass on Jan 28, 2007 14:55:24 GMT -5
Thaniel took the orb and smiled difficultly as he slipped it into its own pouch in his sack. He hoped such things weren't easily broken. "Um, my schedule," he said, trying to buy himself time as he thought. "That's right. Uh... respectively... can I have Potionry, Holy..." There was a pause as he considered period 9 classes. All of them seemed like things he would have extreme difficulty doing. "Uhm, I don't know... I don't think I could learn to do any of that..." He paused shortly, then muttered, "Thievery, I guess." It was something that went against his morals, but it had been a favorite pasttime of his mother, who also had a bit of a fetish for poisons. "And then Puppetmaster."
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