Orisis
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Post by Orisis on Dec 12, 2010 22:03:44 GMT -6
"Ah... Well here we go!"
Today, Orisis would begin the journey he had prepared the last two years for. Bringing with him a small pack with a few books he did not yet finish, along with a tome of flux, a map, a vulnerary, some food, and an extra set of robes. Today he would set out towards the border, he had learned all he could from the academies in Etruria and was eager to see what kinds of books stored at the libraries in the territories of Lycia would have as well as expand his own horizons.
"Hm.. I should probably find a town close to the border and head there.. Grab a drink or two.. Maybe five.. Then head for Lycia.. Yeah that sounds good!"
Orisis waved goodbye to some of the familiar faces of the townsfolk and left the town, following a road to hit the nearest town before heading south to the border.
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Post by Orisis on Dec 15, 2010 10:42:10 GMT -6
Orisis would be careful as he traveled down the road, hearing about how bandits have been more active around the world recently and although his magic could protect him to a degree, he knew that he wouldn't be able to take a blade without taking a lot of damage.
A few days later, Orisis would find himself at Delfia having changed course to a major city in hopes of finding a band of mercenaries or travelers heading toward Lycia so he wouldn't have to make the trip by himself.
"Where.. Would I go to find a group of travelers or a band of mercenaries in such a huge city like this.."
The only place that came to mind to him would be a pub or bar, but did not know if there was one here due to it being such a religious city he would instead walk around the city, hoping to also find a group of traveling pilgrims knowing that they usually travel with a bodyguard or two.
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Post by Silvine Knightwood on Dec 17, 2010 7:58:44 GMT -6
OoC: This post is like after Terror and Conspiracy. Silvine meeting Orisis sounds good? Also note that the Terror and Conspiracy is only temporarily closed, we will return to it later.
Silvine decided to roam around the city for a while, trying to look for new members into his team. He really wanted an extra few hands, but unfortunately he was not able to find any person who'd like to help his cause.
It was then he saw this strange, grey haired fellow with a black bandana. This guy looked like a thief, perfect for his mission. Someone who could utilize silence was necessary.
He went up to the bloke and asked him," Hey youu, uh, sorry to bother you. Are up for hiring? I'm trying to hire a few people for something that's coming up... would you rather be interested? I know this is not the right place to talk... I know of a bar nearby, if you would please come, I could probably discuss.... if that's not a problem with you?"
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Orisis
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Post by Orisis on Dec 17, 2010 14:15:30 GMT -6
Orisis would be startled by the sudden appearance of this stranger, lacking the people analytical skills to determine what his profession was although by the sound of hire he could piece together he was either a mercenary, a merchant, or just someone looking for an extra pair of hands, either way this could be exactly what he was looking for.. Not to mention the sound of a bar caught his attention.
"Uh.. I might be interested.. Lead the way!"
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Post by Silvine Knightwood on Dec 18, 2010 5:27:52 GMT -6
OoC: Um Orisis, you would want to use the past tense in certain places. Like, 'Orisis began the journey' and 'Orisis was startled'. Sorry if I'm a bit harsh, but generally you're rping thinking that you ARE the character, you dont RP guessing how your character reacts. Just a point I wanted to put across to you.
Silvine took the other man to a bar nearby, ordering two strong firewhisky. This guy looked happy with the decision... oh well, Silvine knew his resistance may be rather low compared to the other man, so it was important to say what he had to when he had the chance... or ask the man when he was totaly drunk? Well, anything would do....
"So, I have not got your name yet? I am Silvine Knightwood, a wandering mercenary. I'm just travelling with a few companions, currently we're in a middle of a dangerous mission. I'd take it you want to be hired?"
At this point the two glasses of firewhisky came in. He saw as the man gulped a lot of that firewhisky. He still remained sober. He must have had an extremely strong resistance.
"Well, I'm thinking of hiring you as a companion for a few months. My group is just a group of three, and we like having more companions. Of course, for this particular mission, we've got a few extra guys with us, but its always nice to make more friends, you know what I mean?" he said, and took a sip of the firewhisky. It was a little sour, but Silvine suddenly felt his body feel warm...extremely warm.
"So anyways, how much would you want as money? 300 gold sounds good? Or is there anything else of interest that you want? We are merely travellers, we do search for valuable items as well." Silvine lied. This would probably attract the other man, who had now drunk a full glass of firewhisky.
Silvine decided his time was up, and he was now going to give in the the Goddess of drinks. And so he drunk his glass as well...he was feeling prety silly....and happy. He was floating in the air.... but he had a little of his conscious. He tried to stay like that for a while.....
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Post by Orisis on Dec 18, 2010 11:13:20 GMT -6
OoC: I've just always done it in a way as if that the events would be happening as I posted, as well as making it seem somewhat as a story almost as if the character were narrating it but not really. I'm just weird like that.. As well as the site I switch too is more.. present tense due to the way it's set up. I apologize.
Orisis sat down with this man, listening to him although he did not know how to act around a mercenary, let alone ensure himself would be accepted, being his first time dealing with such.
"Uh.. Yes..Introductions.. I am Orisis Gaidan.. And I am currently searching for something very valuable.. Although I have come to realize that it would be much faster to search for while in a group than alone.."
He had omitted the facts that he was in the practice of elder magic due to the fact that he did not want to mention dark magic in a city that once completely forbid it uses, and the valuable something he had spoke of was simply knowledge, his reasoning behind not mentioning that is that he just assumed knowledge was very valuable to everyone.
Once Orisis had saw the drinks coming their way his face lit up, he had be craving alcohol since he had left his home and to him this was the prettiest sight in the bar. He would then drink the whiskey as if it were his first and last drink in a long time, although making sure to keep his attention of Silvine who was still speaking to him.
"Yeah it is always better to travel with a group than by yourself huh?"
Orisis loved the taste of the firewhiskey he had wondered once he had taken another nicely sized gulp if there was a way for him to bring a barrel of the stuff with him, although he sadly knew it would be expensive as well as heavy and he did not have the strength to carry it out during his travels.
When Silvine mentioned money however it made Orisis think ahead of time about what to do during and after he was with this group.
Well.. I am going to need money.. Traveling expenses are not light.. Food and water in some places can be quite spare.. And there's always new magic tomes and books that I'll need to acquire.. 300 gold as well as what I might gain while on the road will allow me to survive for quite a bit if my supplies run low if I'm alone.. Then there's alcohol prices and I hate the cheap stuff..
Once Orisis had finished planning the next three years into his head and finished his drink he responded.
"I think the gold will be enough.. Although I do ask that I may be allowed to certain.. Books that we run across I do love to read.. Oh! And I must ask what is this mission before I say yes.. Things like going out to eat children are out of my range.."
His attempt at humor would go unappreciated by the other patrons and would instead get him strange looks by the more sober crowd.
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Post by Silvine Knightwood on Dec 18, 2010 22:21:32 GMT -6
"Books? Ah, there is no need, handsome." Silvine replied. He was jumbling up his words now. "Our destiny is to eat children alll over the world and become really fat!" he said, with a drunk smile across his face. One of the patron's heard this and went over to slap Silvine hard. "Hey... that feels funny." he said, looking dumb. And BAM!,another slap. "What?? WHY ARE YOU SLAPPING ME, WOMAN? WHAT HAVE I EVER DONE TO YOUR FAMILY! " he barked at the patron, rather annoyed in a drunk fashion. The patron got extremely annoyed and punched him on the face. His nose hurt so much that we woke up from his sub-conscious state. "Owww! Why are you punching me??" he asked, now rather serious, covering his nose. "Remember not to drink too much next time." the lady replied. "Well, you were asking what again?Hm..... oh yeah, our mission. Well basically it involves sneaking and stealing from a rich landlord. And probably assasinating him too, I guess.. if its required." he whispered, so that none could hear but Orisis. Silvine was a little startled and weak after getting slapped and punched so much. He'd have to remember never to drink a lot. He was getting chest burns now. " Well, err, will yu come with me then? I think I may be leaving for it soon, so if there's anything else you;d need to carry,do tell me." he said, much sober now.
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Orisis
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Post by Orisis on Dec 20, 2010 14:17:12 GMT -6
Orisis chuckled slightly to himself after watching the drunk Silvine get abused and jumble his words. But what had worried him slightly was their mission, he had never thought of stealing or sneaking around places before, but he was desperate and since Silvine looked like a decent enough person the situation reminded him of noble men and women that stole from the corrupted rich and given to the poor and that excited him.
Orisis nodded, and in a naive way he had completely ignored the assassination part of mission, his mind already wandered off into some of the books he had read into the past.
"Aaah.. Well I'm ready now.. I have my pack and enough books to last me for quite awhile.. We could leave as soon as possible if you would like.." He stood up and shook his head letting out a satisfied and happy sigh for the drink that he had so thoroughly enjoyed.
"Can.. We.. Uhh... Get a case or something of that to bring with us?" He asked uncertainly, not sure how his request would be taken.
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Post by Silvine Knightwood on Dec 22, 2010 0:26:48 GMT -6
"Um.... sure Orisis." Silvine replied in an awkward manner. This guy sure loved drinking, didn't he?
After buying a pack of firewhiskey, Silvine dragged Orisis back to the inn. It was reassuring that he hired a good man, who seemed to be skilled at what he did. But that drinking... it was horrible. Still, he could teach silvine a thing or two about such stuff.
"Well Annete, Theodor, I'm back and happy to introduce to you Orisis!" he said enthusiastically.
"Um, you might want to get packing, we're moving in about an hour. The trip will be three days, so get anything you might need now." Silvinet told all three.
He asked Annete, "So, are you alright today? Please do tell anything I can be of assistance?"
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Annette
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Post by Annette on Dec 22, 2010 2:27:03 GMT -6
Annete was still reading her diary when Silvine came and greeted her. "Oh. Hi Silvine." She closed the book and stood up. "Thank you for yesterday, I feel better now." Her smile was filled with happiness, she still had few grieves in her heart but at least now she felt much better than yesterday. Maybe her decision was wrong, or maybe her decision was right, but it wasn't matter now. She would see and bear whatever the consequences, she was ready to take a hard and difficult path. As long as she had her friends in her side.
Annete saw the guy Silvine came with. She greeted him with a bright and beautiful smile. "Who is he?" Wondering, she walked towards him. "Hi. Nice to meet you Orisis. My name is Annete Skyrider."
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Post by Orisis on Dec 24, 2010 12:14:38 GMT -6
Orisis cheered quietly to himself, knowing that even if this turned out to be a very long journey that he would have enough drinks to keep him happy and not bring him into a withdrawal state which could make him very... Irritable.
As he followed Silvine into the inn he was thrilled to finally meet the other people he would be journeying with.. Although he was slightly nervous when it came to introducing himself since introductions, more so when it came to more outgoing people was something he had read in a book.
"A-Ah yes.. Um.. I am Orisis Gaidan.. I-It's very nice to meet you as well Miss Annete.. Sir Theodor.."
As he spoke he had started to turn red from embarrassment from his introduction, although her smile had a part in it too.. He would be sure to blame it on the drink to not make too much of a fool out of himself.
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Annette
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Post by Annette on Dec 29, 2010 11:28:03 GMT -6
Annete smiled as she watched Orisis turning red. This guy seemed nervous introducing himself. When she looked at them, the dancer noticed that their red faces were because alcohol. That made her remember the time when she and Silvine were drunk. Chuckling, she left the room and came back with two glasses of water after few minutes.
"Too much liquor is bad for your body." She told them with smiling as she gave them the glasses. "Orisis, believe me, you don't want to see Silvine drunk." She winked as she said.
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Post by Silvine Knightwood on Dec 31, 2010 0:27:53 GMT -6
"Annete, hush!" he told her irritably. He didn't want to hear how he would act when he was drunk.
"Well Orisis, make yourself comfortable. I know, the group is quite small, but let's just say we like having a few bunch of lively people, compared to say 15 people who just want money." he told the silver haired man.
"Annete, get stuff ready, I'll be waiting at the gates in about an hour." he said, and left with his rucksack.
It had his armour, his gloves, a picture of his parents, some bread and jam, oh, and a book which his father had written about taking care of steeds and tactics a knight should use in battle. Silvine decided it was time for some training with Aragog.
He went to the stable and gently pulled out Aragog. He told the wyvern," He buddy, do you want some flyign time? I know you've been cooped up for a while now. I guess its time we train together." he told the wyvern. The wyvern affectionately licked Silvine's cheek and rubbed its face against his. Silvine felt a little discomfort, but at the same time, lots of love for this beast. He was his only true companion, one that would stay with him till the end.
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Post by Orisis on Jan 1, 2011 17:05:20 GMT -6
Orisis chuckled nervously, happy to have avoided what might have been an awkward social situation for him.
I can't even make a proper introduction.. I probably look like a fool..
He thought to himself as he took the glass of water and drank it fairly slowly as he, a heavy drinker was not a fan of the bland taste of water compared to what he would drink constantly.
"Oh! I should check if I have everything.. Less I go off unprepared and become a burden.."
From underneath his robes Orisis would take out his pack and open it in a rush, which would have caused two books to have fallen out of it, a book on the study of magic as well as his tome of flux fell to the floor.
"Ah!" He exclaimed as his books fell. He took very good care of his books and hated when something happened to them, even more so when he was the cause of it. After he bowed in an apologetic matter for the little spectacle and quickly put his tome of elder magic away he decided he would pass the time by reading the book he had dropped on the study of magic, having everything else he needed with him already.
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Annette
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Post by Annette on Jan 2, 2011 9:32:36 GMT -6
Annette had packed all her stuffs this morning but double-checking didn't sound bad. But when she was about to check, she heard Orisis dropped his books. Smiling to him, she walked towards him wanting to help, but the shaman had already helped himself.
"One hours..." Annette muttered. She didn't have anything to do now to wait that long.
The dancer approached Orisis who was still reading. He seemed to be drowned in his reading, she stood beside him for few seconds. Looking at his book, she tried to read it. Unfortunately, the content was too difficult for her. Reading books was one of her hobbies but only if they were about romance and sad tale. "Do you like books?" She asked.
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