Session Start: Fri Mar 15 19:48:23 2002 *** GMAmy changes topic to 'Grandia: New Horizons | Chapter 21.0: A Slight Detour | Location: Toroli village, 10 am, June 29 | Session Start' ==Session Start== When the group awakes, it is a bright and sunny day. Their host and hostess allow them to sleep as long as they wish, and they can smell sizzling sausages and fresh-baked bread from the kitchen... * Nathan continues to snooze outside under the same tree * Dylan sits up grogggily * Feray sleeps curled up in Mitsuo's jacket, most of it pulled over her head. Though her stomach makes a soft grumbly noise at the scent of food wafting from downstairs. * Mikari always seems to forget where she is when she wakes up, as there is rarely any consistency in it anyway * Mitsuo stirs a bit in bed, yawning softly. * Dylan looks around, not quite remembering where he is.. Erf. * Syri is... not around. You don't even hear him kwuuing in his sleep like he usually does O_o * Mikari sits up in her makeshift bed, crosslegged, and scratches her back. She is still wearing her usual clothing, minus belt, which is under her borrowed pillow. Lily yawns and stretches, looking around to see who else is awake. * Jalanda has her back to the wall where she found rest that night, rolling the small stone shard around in her hand several times, expectantly. But whatever she was awaiting does not come, and she soon replaces the stone again into the myriad darkness of her sleeve. ^^ * Feray doesn't move except to utter a soft snort from under Mitsuo's jacket. * Mitsuo mumblesnorts and pulls the pillow over his head. Lily chuckles and steps over those who haven't decided to get up yet, and enters the kitchen to see who is there, besides their hostess. Erellisae and Cassidy are also conspicuously absent.... * Dylan picks the pillow off Mitsuo's head Rise and shine, goldenhair. * Mitsuo sits up finally, mumbling some more, and goes about freshening up. Or something. Yeah. * Jalanda tilts her head, seeing Lily go. The absense of two key companions does also not go unnoticed. With a careful hand upon the wall of the room, she slides to her feet. * Dylan lightly baps Mitsuo around the head. Ow! What? ^^; * Nathan rolls over and blinks a bit as sunlight touches his eyes * Mikari notices Erel's and Cass's absence a bit earlier than Jalanda, despite leftover discomfort from a cramped night. * Syri is ignored too! :D Hmm. I wonder where the sun finds Erellisae and Cassidy. * Nathan sits up and yawns noisily, not having slept a great deal ...snnrrk....ggnn......nn...*sound of soft choking from under the jacket* ...! * Feray sits up! Gaaahh! JACKET IN MY MOUTH ECH! * Feray spits out Mitsuo's sleeve. *yawn* Hey, where're th'two Miss Sugar-highs? *also notes that Syri is gone, but figures he's asleep in Mitsuo's pants or something* * Feray winces as sunlight hits her in the face. ."....ow." * Mitsuo sighs, rubs his head, and finally heads out of the bedroom. * Nathan sets about gathering his belonging and preparing for the day * Feray rubs her eyes tiredly and slaps herself on the cheek once, rolling Mitsuo's jacket up and wandering out after him quickly after adjusting her loincloth. * Dylan staggers up, packing away a few things, then sleepily waddles towards the smell of sausages. The hostess, Jima, looks up and smiles as Mitsuo appears. "Good morning, dear. Would you like some breakfast?" * Mitsuo smiles back, "That would be wonderful, Ma'am. Thank you. ^_^" Jima also nods as Feray enters, extending the offer to her as well. * Feray grins widely. "Oh sure. I hope you have lots of food in stock...I could eat a house!" * Mitsuo turns his gaze to Feray and smiles, "Feeling better this morning?" * Jalanda steps in front of the window in the room, looking outside. * Feray adopts a meek look. * Feray offers Mitsuo his jacket. Just asking. ^^; Uh... * Mitsuo takes his jacket. ^^; Mmmf. Food. ....yes. Uhm. Thank you for your jacket. Uh. I kinda...chewed it. Jima smiles back. "Good, I hope you like what we have to offer..." She puts a plate of sausages, bread, some strange kinds of fruit, and a bit of fish on the table for each of them. ...Chewed on it? Did it taste good? ^_- * Mikari gets up, ties her belt on, and starts to wander out towards the smell of sustenance. Not really. ^^; But I thought I should tell you in case you notice some wetness. * Nathan finishes packing, and heads off in the direction of the breakfast smells * Mitsuo chuckles, "I think I can handle a bit of spit. ^_-" * Feray waggles her eyebrows. "I'm sure you can, big boy! Let's go find the others and eat." [Jima] Morning, dear. Breakfast for you? *To Nathan* «ooc: So tempted to add, "It IS just spit, right?" » Lily is already very actively involved in the process of eating her morning meal. ^^ Morning Good morning, Nathan. :) Howdy howdy [Jima] Oh! I almost forgot. I have a note for you from one of your companions... *Fishes in the pocket of her apron* hmm..? * Nathan plops down at the table and waves at Feray * Dylan eats sparingly, considering that this place isn't a professional caterers and therefore can't afford for him to pig out. Hm? From who? * Feray winks at Nate and waggles her fingers in a wave. * Mikari sits down, looking a little grumpy this morning for no particular reason. * Feray trots over to a seat and sits down, curiously eyeing Jima. Can I see the note? Eh? Companions? * Jalanda creases her brow, looking into the sunlit village field, but also not quite at it. "...mmm....A good sign, for now." Jima hands the note to Lily, who reads it aloud... "Dear guys, Master Gyan has requested my return for the time being, and as such, I cannot refuse. I'm not certain how long I shall be gone for, or even for what I am needed, but I shall do my best to hasten my return. Stay out of trouble, and don't draw attention to yourselves. I'll see you all again as soon as possible. Take care. - Cassidy Ryland" ... ... O_o Well Cassidy left? *Hmms softly* At least she let us know instead of just running off. [Lily] Hmmm. * Jalanda steps into the dining area soon enough to catch the letter reading. See, you know the day is gonna start out interesting when you wake up choking on a sleeve. Hmm. I wonder where Ms. Erellisae is? Or our little red tail? * Feray grumbles and rests her chin in her hand. * Dylan pats Feray on the back ...Ermm... well... that kinda bites the'big'n. Ugh. Now where's Erel? * Nathan raises an eyebrow at Feray, an unspoken question on his face [Jima] The little blond mage-girl? Oh, she went to the gardens about an hour ago... Syri's missing? *frowns* I'd better go look for him. There are worse things to wake up with in your mouth. I hate feather pillows. [Jima] I believe she was going to check for messages on her communication box. Ah * Feray blinks at Nathan and looks a little confused.. ^^; * Mitsuo nods, "Well, since Syri is missing...and Erel's out...I guess I should kill two birds with one stone. I'd better go find them both, huh? ^^" Go for it Mits You do that, 'suo. ^_- * Mitsuo smiles, and bows politely to the hostess, "I'm sorry, but I may have to have my breakfast a little later than expected. I'm sorry if I've inconvienced you." In the meantime... * Nathan digs into the food with gusto We could run off while the others are busy. * Dylan says dryly Why bother? Everyone seems to be abandoning us all on their own power ^_- * Mitsuo waves and heads out the door to find Syri and Erel, also codenamed hypercarro and hypergirl. Jima smiles at Mitsuo. [Jima] Not at all, it'll keep till you get back. * Jalanda strokes her chin. * Feray drums her fingers on the table.. This is not the time to fracture too greatly... trials approach, and best to not face them alone. * Mikari stabs a sausage tiredly and mercilessly rips it in half with her teeth Mmmm... not bad. Can't herd cats Jalanda, especially if they don't want to be herded in the first place * Feray's ear twitches at that. * Mitsuo heads out into the city, throwing on his overcoat and heading out the gardens, keeping a close eye out for Syri along the way, and calling out his name. As Mitsuo exits the cottage, he sees a cluster of green branched trees all around the cottage. A few glowing spheres of golden light zip here and there, and couple green ones can be seen among the branches, as well. One of the golden spheres approaches as Mitsuo exits the house... * Mikari seems more concerned with "restoring HP/MP" right now than worrying about other problems of the day. * Mitsuo blinks, and looks up to the blinking lights, "...What...? O_o" * Dylan stands up, and grabs a pad and pencil from his pack, and goes to sit outside. The golden light hovers around Mitsuo's shoulders, ruffling his hair up slightly. * Feray leans back in her chair and rubs the bridge of her nose hard, closing her eyes and furrowing her brow... * Mitsuo blinks, and then smiles softly at the light, "Hi there. :)" * Mitsuo blinks a little, still walking, trying to remember if he's read about strange glowing lights before. ^^; As Dylan exits the cottage, he sees much the same sight as Mitsuo- a handful of glowing spheres zipping through the sunshine. Off in the distance is the plane; he can hear faint snores coming from that direction. On his other side is a path, leading into town. * Dylan steps out of the way of the door, then sits on his heels and starts to sketch the cluster of trees The little golden sphere settles on Mitsuo's shoulder comfortably as he walks toward the path that leads into town and toward the gardens at the other end of the village. 'Morning Spirits, nice day, eh? * Jalanda sits down at the table, accepting some food with well-mannered grace. "There is no need to herd us... for we are drawn to the glow like a moth. That warm light..." She falls a bit silent and partakes of her breakfast. One of the green spheres detaches itself from a branch and approaches Dylan when he speaks. * Feray raises an eyebrow at Jal, opening her eyes again. Jima chuckles at Jalanda. "The smell of sausages draws young people from their beds." * Dylan looks up and waves hello. * Nathan looks at Jalanda as she trails off «ooc: Indeed, Lady Jima. Hey, wanna see MY Sausage? It draws people too! » Ahh yes....the sausages... That's the answer ^_- The glowing sphere settles on Dylan's shoulder, full of the coolness of green leaves, as if to see what he's sketching. * Dill wakes up and headbutts the window in an attempt to get outside. O_o * Nathan stabs one of the sausages on cue As Mitsuo walks, he sees many people out and about with the day's business, selling and buying, baking and shopping. His path takes him not through the center of town, but along its edge. Soon he sees the tops of trees ahead... * Feray watches Dill for a moment, stoic, and then bursts out laughing as Dill goes slamming into the window repeatedly. ... * Dylan continues drawing, and flinches at the BANG! of Dill's glass recognition problem. Today...is the...coolest day ever.. ! Ah...almost there I think. ^^ * Zach lies awkwardly across the plane's seat, hugging a wrench and snoring lightly. He rolls over and opens his eyes to notice the glowing. He blinks several times tiredly, decides he is dreaming, and goes back to sleep. * Feray rubs her face. The green sphere leaps into the air, startled at the noise. It goes to the window to investigate Dill. * Dill flaps, looking out the window at the sphere. Puff!! ...? * Jalanda pauses her meal, and turns her head to the dull thud of puffy meeting glass. What the heck is..? * Mikari wonders what's going on outside. Before sleep can claim Zach again, he notices an odd sound, low and repetitive. ^^; It sounds like a crackling, squeaking noise, punctuated by an occasional "Kwuu." * Nathan looks over at the window What...is...that...? * Dill points out the window, before flapping again to regain height. * Zach mumbles something about a chipmunk toothfairy, and drifts back to sleep. Puff!!! Puffitypufffpuff * Jalanda arises out of her chair, excusing herself. She walks back over to the window she was at previously, and looks at Dill and the sphere. ....I'm hoping it's not going to kill us violently, whatever it is. ^^; * Mitsuo frowns, still not seeing any sign of Syri, but at least he's pretty near the gardens now. ^_^ Jima looks up from her cooking. "Hmm? Something wrong?" * Nathan points at the lights with his fork You have visitors Ehh, either someone's shoved a bellows down Dill's throat, or he sees somethin'. Better go look. * Feray stands and opens the door, leaning out halfway to get a better look. Ahead of you, 'kari. ^_- * Mikari gets up and wanders towards the flashes Yes, that light... I see it is a bit late. *she reaches for the latch to open it* Jima blinks, then chuckles. "Oh yes, the Spirits are out in force today. I'd noticed...they took a particular liking to your two friends who were up early today." * Mikari nods sleepily at Feray, then raises an eyebrow at Jalanda. * Nathan blinks at Jima Those are spirits? ...woah. There's a few out there. Spirits? Two friends.... Erel? * Feray hmms. Now this is damn bizarre. 'Zat why Erel's gone? Jima nods. [Jima] Yes, the Spirits have blessed our village for many generations. * Feray nods a little as she leans back in to eye Mikari. "Wanna go check it out, girl?" . o O (Is that what they look like up here? Weird...) * Jalanda pushes it open for the small visitor. ^^ Eh, sure. ^^ Perhaps this is why I was so affected when I set foot here. Nate? Jal? Are you guys gonna tag along or is the pull of sausages too strong? ^_- * Nathan waggles a finger at Feray and Mikari, "Be careful you two." * Dill cocks his head at the window being opened, then winghugs Jal's head, and flaps outside to bug Dylan. As Mitsuo approaches the garden, he sees a black box of machinery, somewhat out of place, at the edge of the gate into the garden. ^^; Apparently it is what Erellisae used to receive her messages. Now, however, he can see her playing in the garden. chasing after Spirits in the sunlight. ^^ No thanks. My experiece with spirits in the past says they're bad ju-ju Yeah, I think Nate's chained to th'sausages. Not that I blame 'im. Let's go. Erel! Okie dokes. ^_- * Mitsuo waves. ^^ * Feray heads outside..! * Erellisae giggles a little as she catches a spirit on an index finger, then turns to Mitsuo. "Ack..! Everyone's up already?" ^^; * Mitsuo nods, "No big deal though. Everyone is eating breakfast." * Nathan continues with breakfast, watching the spirit warily * Mitsuo blinks, "Those glowing orbs like you too, huh? :)" * Dill gnaws on one of Dylan's stubby little horns. * Feray stares at the many glowy lights. O_o The golden orb makes a circle around Mitsuo's head, messing up his hair. ^_^ * Erellisae nods, and watches the spirit, smiling. "I had breakfast before I came out here, but yeah. They're fun." ^_^ * Mikari blinks and looks a little bewildered, probably because she hasn't seen them before. Or maybe it's just because bright lights plus grumpy riser equals a lot of grunts and squinting. Yeah, I noticed they're really friendly. Are they some sort of lightning bug? I've never seen them out in the day. ...this is kinda cool. And hypnotic. * Erellisae grins, and lightly blows air on the spirit, watching as it floats lazily off her hand. "No, silly! Can't you tell? They're spirits." ^^ * Jalanda looks apologetic for not being faster for Dill's sake, and then looks down at the green spirit near the windowsill. "Spirit, if you've the blessing, tell me, did she call you here...?" * Mitsuo's eyes widen, and he turns around to glance at the golden spirit now mussing up his hair, "They are?! O_o" The Spirit touches Mitsuo's shoulder, and he feels warmth and well-being spread through him. * Erellisae nods, sitting down on the grass and reaching to try to 'catch' another. "Of course!" ^^ * Nathan finishes breakfast, and goes to the window to watch events unfold * Mitsuo looks very embarrased, and nods to the spirit, "I'm sorry I did not recognize your kind. I'm really sorry about that. It's an honor. :)" * Feray jabs a finger at a spirit. "Hey! Can you show us where Mitsuo and Erellisae are?" The Spirit floats in front of Jalanda, not seeming to answer, but she seems to take some meaning from it... Watch it, Feray, they might bite, or somethin'. Aw, but we haven't even been on the first date yet! That'd be kinda rude. ^_- The Spirit goes over to Feray, then settles in her hair. She feels a tugging toward the path Mitsuo took. Heh. ^^ ...errh... O_o * Feray wrinkles her nose at the tugging sensation. ...the power of hair compels me! ...this way, Kari ^_- * Feray heads in the direction of the tugging. ...Er. That's not what I'd 'magined whenever I hear some'n say "The'spirit moved me." O_o But, uh, whatever. * Erellisae lays back on the grass, stretching a hand up to lazily wave at a couple of spirits. "They're... kinda fun. A bit mischevious, though." ^_~ Really? ^^; How long have you been here, Erel? Hmm.. * Mikari follows Feray's hair * Feray 's ear twitches. "I hear voices..." ^^ * Erellisae shrugs a little. "Since I got up and had breakfast. I went to check if Sue sent us anything." ^^ * Dylan puts his pad down so he can get some watercolours from his bag. He re-enters the inn, leave his pad open to persual or sabotage. Yeah, voices in yr'head. But can they tell us where Mitsy is? ^_- * Jalanda closes her eyes. "I see... You do this place much honor. Could you lead me to where they are? I would be ever grateful, bright One." * Feray grins at Mikari playfully. "Oh sure. Let me consult the muses..." * Mitsuo nods, and sits down on the grass, looking very peaceful, "This place is so beautiful. I could see living here. :)" * Feray touches her temples and adopts a mock serious expression. * Nathan continues to watch the spirits outside with a critical eye ...they are in the sausages! Oh NO! * Feray covers her face. * Erellisae nods. "It reminds me of home... Merrill was this sort of quiet." New Parm is pretty noisy...pretty much all the time. You get used to it after a while. It's a different kind of noisy than Parm though. Pffffft. ^_- Alright, on to th'sausage it is. Jalanda sees the Spirit flutter to Feray's head, and she feels led as Feray is. ^^ * Feray laughs and continues walking... "We're closer." ^^ * Jalanda soon exits the cottage, and draws near to Feray and company. * Erellisae nods, looking a little down. "Merrill was this peaceful, but not this pretty..." ^^ * Mikari nods. " 'lright. Leeeead on." * Feray reaches the start of the garden. "In here." * Mitsuo smiles, "Well, Merill isn't THAT far away from New Parm. When this is all over, maybe I can visit it and you someday...:) * Feray raises her voice. HEY! YOU GUYS NAKED IN THERE? * Mitsuo laughs! * Mikari, being "company," notes Jal's arrival, stops, and motions to her. YES! WE'RE VERY NAKED AND NAUGHTY YOU WANT TO SEE!? ;) * Erellisae blinks, and sweatdrops. "F-Feray!" Why yes! I do ^_- * Mikari blinks at Feray's shout O_o Pervert. ;) * Dylan returns to his pad, thankfully not scribbled on, and starts to paint. * Feray hops into the garden and bows lowly at Mitsuo. You know it. ^_- * Jalanda pauses, also blinking at the shout. I bring gifts. Gifts? * Feray motions over her shoulder at Jal and Mikari. Hmm. Any of you spirits care to pose for a painting? Damn, you guys, it's a bit early for that. Heh. * Erellisae sits up, ears drooping and looking thoroughly embarassed. --; Aaaaah. Gifts of friends. My favorite kind of gift. Aw, it's never too early for perversion. * Mikari walks up to Feray with a raised eyebrow at suddenly becoming her "offering" * Mitsuo smiles, his face illuminated by a strange golden glow. They say Spirits are drawn by a person's love for another, by hopes and dreams that are shared. but who can really know their ways... * Erellisae stands up, brushing off her dress and watching Feray, looking worried. --; "No perverting us!" ... O_o * Feray pauses, her good mood dying quickly. I was just kidding. Feray? It's okay! ^^ * Feray backs her ears a bit and looks a little worried that she upset Erel. ^^; I wonder if spirits're drawn to m'love for breakfast. * Erellisae sweatdrops, waving her hands a little. "I knoow..." ^^; Erellisae catches a spirit on her hand and holds it out as a present to Feray. "Have a spirit." :) A Spirit swirls around Mikari at the mention of the word breakfast. Mmmm, I guess so! Already got one...s'in my hair. It's how I found you two. Er, how we found you two. ^^; * Feray motions to the glow on her head. ^^ But stay 'way from my sausages, glowbug. ^_^ * Erellisae nods. "Er... sorry 'bout that. I went to see if we got any messages from Sue." ^^; So are we all having a picnic? Poor Nate is left all alone, eating his sausages and mumbling about kids these days.. Yep, Feray'sa regular spirit net, sh'is. ....did we get one? * Nathan decides to take a risk, and steps outside to observe the spirits more closely * Feray grins and nudges Mikari with her elbow. ^^ Er... * Mikari hehs at the nudge. 'Morning, Nathan. Sleep well? * Erellisae looks a little sheepish. "/I/ got one... private for me. 's gone now." ^^; Aaah... Well enough I suppose. What are these things exactly? Nate don't like spirits, he says. I don't mind 'em myself; hard to hate what ya can see; stuff that doesn't hide. * Dylan waves hi, flicking some watery paint in Nath's direction. * Feray steps closer to Erel and drapes an arm around her shoulders. "S'okay. You alright, though?" As Nathan exits the cottage, a bronze colored Spirit approaches from where it was hovering around a large rock. It seems curious as it hovers in front of Nathan. * Nathan watches it warily, partly expecting to be attacked or something * Jalanda smiles slightly, standing at the garden's edge. She doesn't say much, but she looks at each colored spirit carefully around her... * Erellisae nods, looking sure of herself. "Yeah. ^^ I've a lot to think about, but there's nothing I can do 'bout it right now. So no point worrying, right?" :D Too true, little bit. ^^ You ready to go back and save Nate from sausage overdose, then? ^_- * Nathan blinks at bit as he's hit with a little of Dylan's paint * Dylan goes back to attempting to transcribe the treeline The Spirit nudges Nathan's shoulder. As it does, he feels a sense of peace and stability flow through him. * Erellisae nods. ^^ "You coming, Mits?" :D * Nathan blinks in surprise, not expecting this at all * Mitsuo nods. ^^ Heh, I'm ready to go back and save th'sausages from /Nathan./ The Spirit settles on Nathan's shoulder, seemingly content. Righto...let's go then, my cheery little group of fun! ^_- (addressing the spirit) You are not at all what I expected. My own fault I suppose. So I hope I didn't offend. * Erellisae nods, and starts to head out the garden, giggling and watching the spirits on the way. ^^ * Feray wanders out as well, heading back to the cottage slowly. ^^ The sense Nathan gets from the Spirit is forgiving and unconcerned. By the way...did anyone see Syri? . o O (If these are spirits, they are so different from the ones I know. Why is that?) I saw him last night. He was enjoying Nate's company. ^_- Oh...but you haven't seen him this morning? Nope. ^^ * Jalanda mouths slowly, as if asking the spirits. "What does the rainbow lead to... the myriad colors all speak a different future. What do you think will occur...? The winged one still is away from your light." * Mitsuo frowns a bit. * Mikari looks and "supervises" Erel. * Feray hums softly to herself, a bounce in her step.. ^^ * Mikari hears a bit of Jalanda's "Conversation" and furrows her brow a bit. Jalanda tends to creep her out. * Nathan sits down in the front of the house gently, as to not disturb his visitor «ooc: Considers eating her yummy froot loops now :o » As they near the cottage and also the plane, they hear the dim sounds of Zach's snoring again. ^^ * Nathan waves to the approaching figures Aww, Zach's still snoozin'. Lemme take care of THAT... * Jalanda nods to some of the lights. "Weeks? Even you cannot see the danger, but that is comforting... our journeys will take us to her no doubt." * Mikari notices Nathan after she speaks and waves back at him Go get him, tiger. ^_- * Mitsuo smiles at Nathan, "Hey there. :)" * Feray waves a little to Nate.. ^^ Hey sport. Find what you were looking for? * Erellisae waves. ^^ Ah, there's the lady of the hour now. Let's see...how does that go...oh yeah! * Mikari grins, appearing to brighten up at the thought of waking up Zach, and runs over to the plane, taking out her dagger, sheathed ^_^ * Mikari bangs loudly on the side of the plane with the hilt. * Nathan stands up, and in a totally serious voice, says, "Good mooooooorning Erellisae." ... O_o * Feray stares. * Nathan sits back down and grins ^_^ * Erellisae blinks, and sweatdrops, ears drooping. "Why does everyone pick on meeeee..." ^^;; * Mitsuo sweatdrops as well ^^; * Zach is awaken quite suddenly. O_o He sits bolt upright, hitting his head on the controls. >_<;; You miconstrue, imitation is the most sincere form of flattery ^_- Yeah...you don't see him wearing a loincloth and hunting top like me, running around half naked. ^_- Take a compliment! In lulls in the conversation near the plane, an observant listener might hear crunching sounds coming from inside the plane, along with the occasional kwuu. Besides, these days its not morning unless I hear that * Mikari can be seen in the distance, kinda like the blurred background of a camera focussed on Feray and the others, continuing her torture of a sleepy Zach, who protests pathetically. * Erellisae sweatdrops and nods, watching the breakfast table idly... then trying to sneak some seconds. ^^; * Feray snickers at the background noise of Mikari ^^; * Nathan goes back to considering his visitor with much curiosity * Dylan raises an eyebrow at the noise, and smiles. Erellisae pockets some sausages and buttered bread. ^^; * Jalanda turns around briefly, looking in the direction of the cottage. "I should return... but..." She looks back to the glowing lights, then holds out the green stone slightly from the fold of her robe. "This still remains a mystery." Two more Spirits detach themselves from the trees and hover around the stone. * Mikari finishes up as Zach can be heard saying "Alright, alright!.." She marches down the hill back towards the others. ^_^ Once Mikari has left, Zach hears that annoying sound again. -_-; * Zach cocks his head, and starts to look a bit concerned. He pops his head out of the plane and shouts to the others. So is everyone accounted for? Minus Cassidy of course HEY! Guys! Are you looking for that little carro of Mitsuo's?... * Nathan blinks as he hears Zach shout Um...Yes. ^^; * Jalanda sighs a bit. "As I thought. But then..." She stops, and replaces the stone. "Even if what I feel in my heart is true, he has much time yet before he is tested." * Erellisae blinks, and looks across the field. ...? * Zach motions for them to come over towards him and looks behind the plane to find the source of the noise. Methinks Syri has been located * Nathan stands up to go look * Erellisae looks back at the others, then shrugs and heads towards the plane. ^^ * Feray furrows her brow and heads for the plane... * Mitsuo runs to the plane. From the area of the plane where the engine is housed, Zach can hear the sounds growing louder... Hmm... * Erellisae reaches the plane, and blinks at the noise. "What's goin' on?" :D Syri...are you in there? O_o * Nathan bangs a bit on the engine casing with his hand Woah.. ^^; A loose flap on the outside of the plane falls down, revealing the insides of the plane, and inside is the missing carro... * Syri gnawgnawgnaws on the wire leading to the main drive of the motor. He squints a little as sunlight seeps in, and looks up at Nathan.. "Kwuuu?" * Jalanda sighs deeply to the Spirits. "As does Erellisae... and even myself. I'll contniue to watch, with your blessings as always." She bows. Hi ^_^ ...Agh O_o Syri...you didn't just eat our engine! O_o Kwuu. * Syri goes back to gnawing * Mitsuo gently pulls Syri away. ^^; .... I believe Syri has ^_- O_o Gack!! The engine!! No Syri...we sorta need that wire... ^^; I don't suppose I could kill him? * Syri lets out a little whimpery kwuu and kind of struggles in Mitsuo's grasp * Nathan bursts out laughing * Mitsuo fishes in his pocket and pulls out a Walnut of Light. *Zach shoves his head in shortly after Mitsuo gets out of the way to inspect the engine... "Augh..." * Syri kwuus and continues to struggle * Mitsuo waves it in front of front of Syri's nose. :) * Feray sighs. ^^; * Erellisae giggles, watching Syri. ^^ "Awwww..." Oh great. Well, I think we'll be walking for a bit * Syri at least stops struggling, but doesn't accept the walnut. "Kwuu. Kwuu kwu kwuuuuuu!" ;_; * Mikari walks up after the others. "Uh, what's up now?..." Lily approaches from the direction of the cottage. I'm sorry, Syri, but we really need to use the plane. ^^; Syri ate the engine Aw, c'mon. It just means we walk, and look at this area! It's gorgeous! :D I'm so sore. Someone will have to carry me! My weak womanly legs can't handle it! Riiiight ^_- * Feray looks down at her muscular legs. ...really. I'm not kidding! * Syri glances at Feray and brightens up a little too. "Kwuu kwu kwuuuuuu...." ^_- O_o You weak womanly legs that can pop someone's head off like a bottlecap? ^_- * Jalanda slowly leaves the garden, albiet with a reluctant step. The Spirits probably know why it is so. Feray, what are you talking about? I'm the skinny weakling boy. ^_- You should be carrying me. * Feray chokes. * Mitsuo gives Feray a playful wink. * Nathan laughs! * Syri lets out a little chuckly kwu and scarfs the walnut, practically biting off Mitsy's finger in the process And Feray, I---OW! O_O Gaah. I'm out numbered by a fishboy, a perverted rodent and a lanky bookworm.. * Zach tries to assess whether any damage to the engine has been done. * Erellisae hmphs, and pokes Mitsuo. "Hey, I'm even smaller than y--Syri!" o_O Kwu. Kwuu kwukwuuu kwuuuuu. kwuu! * Mitsuo tries not to drop Syri as his finger is near bitten off O_o Unfortunately, the engine looks to be a major mess. >_< Zach has the supplies on hand to fix it, but it will probably take several days... * Nathan wonders what Syri is all worked up about * Mikari frowns in disapproval of all this. * Syri takes the opportunity to hop out of the kid's grasp and hops back into the engine Man, what the hell is up with that rodent! * Syri goes back to chewing on wires Sigh... this'll be awhile before we can fly... Sorry guys. >_< Syri, no! * Mitsuo pulls him out again. KWU! >:( Aw, it's okay! It's pretty here. :) * Syri struggles harder What is up with Syri? Anyone speak Kwu? You can't chew on these! ^^; N-O. ...Next time we're in an industrial town I'll buy you some copper wires or something. * Syri goes limp a little and looks at Mitsuo mournfully. "Kwuuuuuu..." Man, I hope you have some fiber on you, Mitsu... Okay Zach... not good. But I wanna know what this carro's gotten all worked up 'bout. 'May be annoyin', but animals know stuff. 'snot a good sign sometimes. * Erellisae reaches out a finger to stroke Syri's back. "I wonder what got him so worked up, though?" ^^; * Mitsuo gives Syri a sad look, "Sorry, Syri...but I can't. :/" Cause I don't wanna be around when that thing has to use the bathroom ^_- * Nathan chuckles * Syri kwuus and kinda leans towards Erel's finger, shaking his head at Mitsuo. ...Feray...that's just. Ugh. Lily has been standing nearby watching the debacle for a few minutes now. She lets out a sigh. -_-; * Mikari kneels down and watches at the irritable carro. [Lily] Well guys...what's the plan now? We walk, I'd suppose. ^^; * Jalanda arrives, behind madam Lily. We walk to town I suppose and get some information there * Erellisae giggles. "He wants his bed of hair to sleep on." ^^ * Mitsuo shrugs, and lets Syri see Erellisae. Lily nods. Good thing me sturdy walkin' boots. ^_- So, shall we gather our things and be off? So, it will be a bit more difficult now, this road we face. * Erellisae places Syri on her head amidst her hair, admonishing him as she does. "Now... no chewing this time, 'kay?" ^^; Walkin's fine. But I like havin' the plane backup, which won't be'n option if we leave now. * Feray pauses and loses some of her cheer, considering something. How long will it take to fix? [Lily] Should we leave Zach here to fix and catch up to us when it's done...? * Jalanda folds her arms. "The Spirits say it has been a few weeks since feena arrived in this place, and departed..." * Mikari notices Feray's uncharacteristic silence and turns to pay attention. I think that would be best in the circumstances * Zach tinkers around in the tool compartment, more intent on getting the plane up in the air than any other plans being discussed. * Mitsuo nods. * Erellisae turns to look at Jalanda. "So, we just go onwards, right? That's the only way to get answers." :D * Feray shakes her head a little to herself and notices she's being scrutinized. ^^; * Mikari sweatdrops, having expected her to say something important. ^^; [Lily] We could ask Jima and her husband for advice. She told me while I was eating that they felt compelled by the Spirits to help us... Agreed Yes... we are fated to meet, somewhere, somehow. But even they do not see the danger she strides through, now. It is not just my sight that is hazy... * Mitsuo frowns at this. * Nathan heads back to the cabin, intent on getting started * Erellisae notices Feray's thoughtful expression, and quickly catches a spirit on her finger and deposits it as a glowing green clown nose on the end of her nose. "C'mon, you! You're meant to cheer us up, right?" :D Huh? Oh right. ^^; * Jalanda nods. "Don't be discouraged, Mitsuo, we hold a very strong bond, and it grows greater with every step we take." * Dylan hums merrily, as Dill flaps around, playing inscrutable games with the spirits. * Mitsuo's frown slowly turns into a grin, "Okay, Jalanda. I'll remember. :)" Been keeping busy Dylan? * Mitsuo goes to catch up with the others heading to the cabin. * Syri hops around and tries to eat spirits :D * Erellisae watches Feray, looking concerned. "You okay?" ^^; Huh? Oh...yeah..uhm... I'll be alright.. ^^; * Dylan suddenly looks up. Mwha? Lunch yet? * Mikari puts a palm between the spirits and Syri as he jumps ^^; I'll take that as a yes ^_- * Erellisae puts her hands on her hips and glares at Feray in that determined hummingbird way. "You /will/ be okay? That means you're not okay right now." :/ We're going to be getting set to leave soon, by foot as opposed to flying thanks to Syri's new dining habits Erhm.. Well.. * Jalanda follows behind Mitsuo carefully, her head slightly down in thought. * Mitsuo sighs, "...He needs to be food trained, potty trained...." * Feray gazes at Erel.. Jima looks up as they return to the cottage. Hmm. Could you ask people if they could wait..say.. half an hour? It would be good to finish this and put it up as a gift to the Spirits. . o O (Can't lie to her. Agh.) * Erellisae matches Feray's gaze with her own concerned one, if a little lower down. We want to do some prepwork first. So I wouldn't worry about it * Feray shakes her head and watches the others drift away ^^; * Syri stops and glares at Nathan. "KWUU." * Feray leans down to whisper to Erel. * Mikari crosses her arms and watches Erel work things out her own way. * Nathan looks back at Syri, "Well its TRUE isn't it?" Kwu. :| Kwu kwuu kwuwukwuuuu. KWUU KWUU! ;_; * Dylan goes back to painting. * Syri bounds off Syri, wait! I know you had your reasons, but...aw spit ...I think my carro must be a angsty girl teenager trapped in a carro's body. Agh. Dammit, what is it carro? Can't deal with carro angst... * Feray draws back from Erel, frowning. Kwu. * Syri turns around and sits and looks at the party. "Kwuu kwuu!" [Jima] Everything all right? * Erellisae blinks, and stares at Feray a while, her mouth slightly open. Then she frowns, and nods her head slowly, looking worried. "Well... this village's kinda... rural?" ^^; I really wish I could understand what you're saying, Syri. :/ Yes and no. We're dealing with some domestic issues at the moment ^^; * Syri narrows his cute little beady eyes and waves around his tail, the fur a little matted down. "Kwu kwuu kwuuu!" Yeah, I know. I guess I'll just have to risk it. * Mitsuo blinks. * Jalanda lets her pace take her over to Dylan. She finds her eyes lifted from her hood towards the canvas as Dylan creates. Hmm...hey...I wonder. * Mitsuo looks around to see if the golden colored spirit is still around. * Mikari is starting to wish this dang carro would learn sign language, or something, as "kwuu" is about as interpretable as Zach's sleeptalking * Erellisae nods slowly. "Alright... but..." She motions for Feray to lean down, looking sheepish. * Feray leans down, keeping an eye on the others. * Dill flaps over to Jal and circles round, before PUFFFING loudly in Dylan's ear. * Dylan almost falls over and his paintbrush goes spinning into the air!~ *Clink..Clank...tingtingting...BANG* * Nathan looks at Jima, "We're about to head into town to get some information. Any suggestions on where to start?" * Feray furrows her brow but nods a little, looking uncertain... [Jima] Hmmm. What sort of information? * Mikari reaches out to catch the paintbrush. We're looking for a pair of someones * Jalanda reaches out and grasps the paintbrush as it falls. ^^ * Mitsuo wishes he could understand what his pet carro is saying. ^^; * Dylan rights himself, blinking slightly.. * Erellisae cheers up suddenly, grabbing Feray's hand and tugging her back towards the group. "Don't worry! It'll be okay, I'm sure." :D That... was.. Dill, wasn't it.. They may have come this way * Feray grins despite herself. "Alright....if you say so.." ;) * Mikari realizes she has the top half of the brush while Jalanda has the bottom. ^^; * Dylan turns to glares at Dill, who puffs impishly and flies off after a spirit. * Syri almost gets tramped on by Erel and growls, raising his little carro hackles a little. * Jalanda looks at Mikari, and withdraws her hand in a bit of surprise. ... Ah.. where's my brush.. * Erellisae acks, and quickly twists to avoid Syri... ending up doing an interesting twirl on the spot and having to flail a little to avoid falling over. ^^; Heh. Good reflexes, Jal. *walks over and holds the brush out in front of Dylan.* Jima thinks. KWU! KWUKWUUUKWUKWUUUUUU! KWUUUKWUUUKWUKWUUU! *snarl* Thanks, you okay Ms. Jalanda? O_o O_o Syri! Woah there! [Jima] The only visitors we've had to this town lately were Justin and Feena. And of course, about a week later, some rather annoying visitors from the Icarian temple. *she frowns* I had forseen problems. I would not want such fine work interrupted by an unfortunate accident... ^^ * Syri doesn't seem too happy, and with the tone of his kwuuing, you could figure that in carro tongue, he's probably saying something enough to make a sailor blush. KWUU. * Mitsuo sits on his knees, looking down at the little carro, "What's gotten into you? O_o" * Dylan grins * Erellisae sweatdrops, stepping back. ^^; She didn't mean it! Kwu kwuuu kwu kwu kwuukwukwuuuuuu! -_- What did the visitors from the temple want? Kwuuu! No problem, Dill has learnt when to interrupt and when not to. * Mikari takes a step AWAY from the mad carro * Mitsuo frowns, "Syri..." Kwuu. * Dylan returns to painting. "Well, mostly." Kwuukwu! [Jima] They were following Feena, who really didn't want to be followed. They've been bothering her for some time, so I hear, trying to get her to take up a permanent position at the temple. Doing what I'm not sure, but they've been rather persistent about it. * Jalanda shifts her weight a bit as Dylan grins. "Dill is also quite the critic at times." ... Where did they go to from here, do you know? * Erellisae falls rather silent at the news of the Icarians and Feena. * Mitsuo quietly reaches out and pets Syri on his back, "...Sorry." * Syri kwuus softly... * Dylan shrugs. "I think Dill doesn't believe in seriousness. Sometimes I envy that." Why does somethin' tell me we should put a leash on this carro and follow wherever he "kwuus" at? [Jima] There's really only two ways out of this valley. They were headed west, so they took the northwest pass through the mountains... * Erellisae looks at Nathan, looking suddenly serious. "...they'll keep following Feena. Leen's too well guarded, with Mullen too..." * Syri glares at Mikari ...I think he's angry that I haven't been around much lately. Jima looks funny at Erellisae and Nathan. You can almost see the question mark above her head. * Syri shakes his head. Hmm...I think that's some good information for us to start with. Thank you for everything you've done for us No? Kwu. * Mikari frowns down at the carro thoughtfully, keeping her fingers away from him. Jima smiles. [Jima] You're quite welcome. I haven't had the pleasure of this many guests to feed in far too long. As I said, we get few visitors here. * Nathan looks back at Erel, "You're probably right. A lone target is easier to deal with that a pack." [Jima] If I might ask a favor though... * Nathan looks back at Jima, "Hm?" * Mitsuo sighs, "Well, whatever I did, I hope you can forgive me, Syri." * Mikari turns back to Nathan and Jima, having not been paying much attention to them. .....kwuuuuu... :\ * Mitsuo looks a bit sad. :/ Kwuu kwukwuu kwuuuu? Kwu kwuu! Huh? [Jima] I noticed that one of you has a pack with scribe's supplies sticking out of it. Is one of you a scribe or an artist...? * Jalanda looks at Dylan, then back at the painting with her lavender eyes. "I might envy it as well." * Feray idly hopes the group decides which way to walk sometime before she has another seizure and swallows her tongue ;) * Syri sighs a little and wonders why these people can't understand him even though he understands them ;P You could say that *points to Dylan* He pokes me whenever he needs a break, or to remind me to eat. Sorry, Syri. I don't speak carro. ^^ Kwu kwuu. A Spirit comes over to Syri and settles on his head, comfortingly. It flutters a bit, as if talking to him. * Syri blinks and jumps a little, startled. "Kwu kwuu kwuu kwuuu?!" It's okay, Syri! They're spirits. They're good! * Syri calms a little, still a touch leery. "Kwuu." * Jalanda tilts her head, looking at the pointing Nathan... * Mitsuo looks a bit curious as to what the spirit is doing. * Mikari starts to look a bit impatient with all this "What is it, Lassie?" coaxing The Spirit's presence seems to calm Syri down a little bit. :P * Jalanda peers down to Dylan. "It would seem another will soon need your abilities.." * Nathan waits for Jima to explain a little more * Dylan raises his eyebrow. * Mitsuo sweatdrops at all of this. ^^; Ahem. Was that to me, or someone else over my shoulder? * Jalanda smiles gently to the Lainian artist. "To you of course. Something only you can do. But please... do not rush your work here in this moment, though." She looks back to the painting. [Jima] (to Jalanda) If indeed you do have a scribe in your party...you see, my husband is the village healer, and sometimes he is required to travel to outlying settlements and farms. Some of these are in the twisting canyons and ridges of this valley... [Jima] To get there he requires the use of a map to find his way. However, the map we have is old and has been handed down over many generations. It needs recopying badly... * Dylan looks up about a minute after he hears his name. Hmm? Sorry, I was doing something delicate.. I'm more a cartographer than a scribe. Though my handwriting is quite neat. * Jalanda puts an encouraging hand on Dylan's shoulder as he works, listening to Jima. "A map... it would seem fate is on your side. Dylan is an excellent catrographer and could certainly be of service." Jima brightens. [Jima] Really? We would ask for no payment from you for your stay, of course, but if you would do us this small favor, we would be very grateful. [Jima] Feel free to make a copy of the map for yourself; it seems you may need it in your travels. I'd be happy to help. Knowledge is a precious thing. My painting has one last thing it needs.. perhaps you and your husband would like to be in it? * Erellisae tugtugs on Feray's arm at the mention of 'healer'. ^^; * Nathan listens as the group prepares * Feray blinks a little dazedly and shakes her head to clear it, looking down at Erel. ^^; They've got a healer here... maybe you could get checked for what happened in the airplane. ^^; Jima blushes. [Jima] If you would like to paint us, yes. I'm afraid my husband is in town, making calls, though... Oh...uh.. Your husband isn't here? * Dylan smiles. "Perhaps if I visit again then, couples shouldn't be split in paintings" [Jima] Not at the moment, but it is a short walk to find him. * Feray chews her bottom lip. * Nathan glances at Feray It depends on how soon we must leave. I fear my friends have itchy feet. * Mikari taps her foot and looks about... Yeah. If we need to go, it can wait. * Mitsuo is still watching Syri get...uh...amused by the spirits. Spirits! If you desire image, then pose! * Feray waits for the group to decide, rubbing her nose a little. * Dylan looks around at the blobs of light.. The Spirits hover in relatively fixed positions, eager to help Dylan's artistic pursuits. * Jalanda doesn't waste a moment, and retraces her steps near the garden a bit looking for Jima's husband. ^^ * Dylan delicately adds the appropriate splashes of colour to the painting. Jalanda soon finds herself heading into town, where the sounds of the village show that the day's business is in full swing... * Erellisae sweatdrops. "Asking the spirits to pose...?" ^^; * Mikari steps around a bit in a circle, and looks over to Feray. What's your take on all this?... * Nathan watches Jalanda leave on her own * Mitsuo grins at the spirits' antics. * Feray watches Jal go and then blinks at Mikari. "Hey...I go where they go....though...uh...someone should go with Jal. I think I will. Uhm..." * Feray grins meekly and dashes off after Jal. Wait up, Jal! Uh, okay, sure. ^^; * Erellisae watches Feray rush off, smiling a little. ^^ * Mitsuo smiles too. ^^; * Jalanda pauses, looking behind her. She actually moves pretty fast when she wants to. ... Slow that down to normal toddle, Jal. ^^; I need to see her husband... * Jalanda nods to Feray with moderate concern in her eyes, then resumes a normal pace. "Actually, I was waiting for you to follow me. It would be good if you did that." Jima watches with interest as Dylan finishes his painting. Heh. ^^; Eh. There's really no point, but hey...if it'll make you guys smile. * Dylan blows gently on the painting It'll need a few minutes to dry before adding anything else to it anyway. Care to show me the map? * Jalanda turns a few corners, looking around, yet still speaking softly. "Well, you did worry everyone back in the skies. Any option you have should be considered... you do not have to bear such a thing alone." Jima nods. "Of course." She leads the way into the house, opening a desk drawer and removing an old, brown map, carefully rolled. She unrolls it gently on the table, which has been cleared of the breakfast dishes. * Mitsuo spawls out underneath a nearby tree and catches a quick snooze before everyone is ready to go. ^^ * Feray smiles wryly at Jal and follows leisurely, rubbing her neck.. "I don't have options, Jal, I have months." * Erellisae watches Mitsuo nap, then giggles, looking mischievous. She starts coaxing spirits into her hands. ^_^ * Dylan pulls out his expensive inks and brushes, and a blank piece of hide. * Nathan kicks back and waits for things to be finished * Mikari wanders over to Zach, to bug him, but also to interrogate him a bit about the plane's repair. Hrmm. If it has heavy use, this should work better than paper. *Starts fiddling about with copying and such. The Spirits come readily to Erellisae, having taken quite a liking to her. Months... there are those who only have the day, yet they can still find happiness. Do not resign yourself to what people say... Hey, don't worry about me. See? I'm smiling. Happy. ^_- At least I'm not brooding and being dark and gloomy. ^_- * Erellisae giggles, cupping them gently in her hands, and eying Mitsuo to gauge how asleep he is. ^_^ Jima watches with interest as Dylan busies about his work. Meanwhile, Jalanda and Feray ask a few passersby and manage to intercept Jima's husband as he exits a house in town... * Jalanda half smiles. "Yes, i suppose that is part of your strength isn't it?" * Jalanda busies herself with inquiries afterwards. * Mitsuo is pretty asleep. He's breathing evenly, looking peaceful. * Feray grins and then adopts a meek look as they find Jima's husband. * Erellisae grins, stepping quietly over to Mitsuo and slowly and very gently depositing the spirits one by one on his hair, suppressing little giggles as she does. * Mitsuo mumbles a bit in his sleep. When Feray and Jalanda find the man, they recognize him as the one who greeted them late last night. He also seems to recognize them, smiling and slowing as they approach. "Yes, can I help you?" * Erellisae giggles as she finishes and steps back, admiring her handiwork and Mitsuo's rather glowing hair. ^_^ * Feray glances at Jal ^^ * Jalanda bows. "Excuse me for interupting... but are you attending other matters? We require your presence back at your home. And perhaps something more..." She looks back to Feray. Uh, yes, I have a few things I must ask of you. The Spirits nestle contentedly in Mitsuo's hair, mussing it up and making the ends of it sparkle and glow. ^_^ * Nathan chuckles at Erel's antics ^_^ * Erellisae sits, watching Mitsuo and biting her lip slightly to avoid waking him up by laughing. ^_~ The man smiles. "Not at all. It's just about time for lunch anyway. Shall I lead the way?" * Feray nods. * Mitsuo is still alseep...and apparently will be for a little while yet. ^^ At least he can amuse you with his froot loop hair. The man nods and starts off toward his home. "By the way, I didn't have a chance to introduce myself last night. I'm Terel." I see, mister Terel. If you would be so kind then... * Feray clears her throat. "Pleased to meet you, Terel." * Jalanda falls in step with him, allowing Feray and the healer the time to chat. * Mikari, having extracted all the information that she can from Zach (who isn't very responsive while doing repairs anyway), goes back inside to finish what's left of her lukewarm breakfast * Feray sighs softly and eyes Terel, wanting to get this mostly out of the way before she gets back to the group. Terel leads the way back to his house, waves to his wife, and leaves her to help Dylan with his work. ^^ Terel leads the way to his study with Jalanda and Feray.... * Mitsuo murfles a bit and looks like he may wake up :o [Terel] Now, exactly how may I help you ladies...? * Erellisae watches Mitsuo, giggling slightly. "Aw, don' wake up..." ^_~ * Nathan dozes lightly, not having pressing concerns just yet Uhm...well.. First off... Terel listens patiently. I need herbs to stop the attacks brought on by the Reaper's Scourage venom... * Mitsuo opens his eyes, noticing it's kinda...colorful. O_o Or at least slow them. * Erellisae is sitting a little way away, looking... mischievously evil. Terel blinks. "Reaper's Scourge? How in Spirits' light did you come across that? O_o " * Mitsuo sits up, looking around as to where the glow is coming from. He then notices Erel. O_o ...What did you do? ^_- * Feray exhales softly. "I was bitten when I was a smaller child. They thought I'd die but I didn't I pulled through with no side effects at all....until I hit 16. Then I began getting attacks." They've been increasing in intensity. Me personally? Nothing. :D * Mitsuo then looks up akwardly. AGH O_O * Erellisae breaks into a fit of giggles. ^_^ Terel nods, looking very concerned. [Terel] Well, Reaper's Scourge are quite rare, and not found anywhere in Talachia. Consequently, I don't have anything to counter the venom. I do have some herbs that may help counter the symptoms, but I make no guarantees... * Nathan grins to himself as he hears Mistuo's shout Fair enough. I figured as much. It's only a matter of time before I bite it but I'd like to stick around longer if I could. The Spirits flutter into the air as Mitsuo shouts, then begin to circle his head at a rapid pace. * Feray sounds almost accepting of her fate. * Mitsuo gets dizzy. O_o * Erellisae collapses onto her side with giggles. ^^ * Mitsuo smiles at Erel, "You DO know I'm gonna get you back someday. ^_-" Terel sweatdrops, looking upset that he can't help more. He fishes in his desk drawers, finally pulling out a packet of crushed leaves. He hands it to Feray. [Terel] Make a tea of this and drink it every morning. * Jalanda stays near the room just incase, but at a very respectful distance for Feray's sake. She mumbles to herself, "...trust in a cure, and a cure will be in trust..." * Erellisae grins, again keeping the mischievous little glint in her eyes. "Not if I keep getting you back first." ^_^ Oh yeah? ^_- * Feray nods and tucks the packet against her hip inside her loincloth. "Thank you..." * Erellisae grins, and flicks a harmless spark of magic at Mitsuo. "Yeah!" :P We'll see about that! ^_^ Terel eyes Jalanda. [Terel] Did you need something as well? * Jalanda straightens a bit. "My gratitude for you offer, but I require very little. You might want to see my companion Dylan outside about your map that needed restoration..." * Feray nods slightly. Terel brightens. [Terel] My map is being copied? *He hurries out to the main room to look* * Feray watches the man go and follows after him, her smile a bit forced now. * Dylan is indeed, copying the map. With no cunning sabotage. Really. * Erellisae sits back, watching the horizon to the west, looking thoughtful. ^^ * Mitsuo waits for the others to finish their buisness. * Erellisae , still looking to the west, pulls out the newly acquired medallion, and starts rummaging in her pack, eventually pulling out a length of cord. * Jalanda returns to where Dylan was, almost eager to see his painting again. * Erellisae bites her lip gently as she works, carefully threading the cord through the hole in the medallion and tying it into a loop. * Dill flaps above the painting, guarding it. It looks like a serious puffy, until he does a few somersaults mid-air. Terel is in the main room, examining the nearly-finished copy of the map. ^^ Lily goes to see where the others are and round them up to get ready to go. * Feray follows behind, sitting down in a chair and rubbing her forehead. * Nathan looks up as Feray finishes her business Hmm. Anything you need adding to the map? * Feray smiles halfheartedly at Nate. Terel shakes his head. [Terel] No, it looks wonderful to me! * Nathan nods in return, figuring he doesn't need to say anything about it * Erellisae tugs on the knot a few times to make sure it's okay, then slips the medallion around her neck, and tucks it under her collar. She looks considerably relieved it's not loose anymore. ^^ * Dylan does a few finishing touches, signs it, and then steps back. * Feray rests her chin in her hand and forces a more playful look into her eyes. So...Nate...gonna give me a piggyback ride if my weak, womanly legs give out? ;) Let it dry for a bit, wax it if you get the chance. It should last a good while. Sure, why not? ^_- * Jalanda notes Dill, then draws her eyes back to the painting. She runs them over it's color's critically as she would most things at first, then slowly stops. Her eyes look a bit glassy the longer she appraises the work. Could you even lift me with those weak little arms? ;) I bet I could toss you into the air if I really needed to ^_- .o( ...m-mother used to paint like this... ) I'd like to see you try, spaghettilimbs. ;) * Nathan stands and cracks his knuckles, advancing on Feray with a gleam in his eyes O_o * Erellisae turns to watch Nathan and Feray, sweatdropping slightly. ^^; Be careful what you wish for ^_- * Feray wideyes a bit but holds her ground, jutting her chin out. "You so wouldn't dare, sailor!" * Mitsuo watches as well, chuckling. * Mikari finishes her breakfast, and returns outside muching on yet another sausage. You did say you'd like to see my try it, did you not? ^_- Yeah...but...but...! [Jima] Thank you, Mr. Dylan! You've done us a great service. ^_^ * Nathan can't hold out any longer and falls down on the ground laughing! O_o * Mikari passes by Dylan. " 'bout done there? Looks good." * Feray stares at Nathan. * Erellisae giggles at the two of them, still feeling bouyant from the rest of the antics. ^^ ...you...you... argh ;) * Nathan wipes a tear from his eye, "Sorry, I couldn't resist." ;) You, Nathan, are a cruel cruel man. ;) Hence, this is why you're my friend. ^_- * Mitsuo grins at everyone's antics. ^^ * Dylan dismisses the thanks with a wave of his hand, and goes outside to pick up his painting. * Nathan hops back onto his feet, "I knew you had a reason for keeping me around." ^_^ Besides, why's everyone talking about carrying /other/ people? I'm the smallest little frail one! ^_~ Besides those sexy spaghetti arms of yours? ;) Ah Dill! Thanks, friend. Should we hang this up for the people and Spirits to enjoy? * Mikari passes by and goes outside, leaning against the outside of the house. * Feray grins at Erel. "Another piggback ride?" ^_- They go with your weak legs ^_- * Dill somersaults and flaps out the way. * Erellisae sweatdrops. "As long as you don't intend to jump off a ten foot wall, I think we'll be fine." ^^;; * Dylan picks up the painting, and hands it to the couple in the house. * Jalanda blinks, realizing Dylan has returned and slowly turns to regard him. Her voice is noticably unsteady. "It.... is a beautiful work of art." * Dylan cocks his head as he looks at the painting... Lily looks around and smiles at the antics. [Lily] Hey, is everyone packed and ready to go...? * Mitsuo nods, "Ready when you guys are. :)" I am suprised.. perhaps the spirits blessed this work. It's greater than my usual attempts. But.. feet must itch, and we must go. Ready and waiting ^_^ * Erellisae gets to her feet, slogging her backpack on her back. ^^ I was born ready! * Mitsuo wonders if the same golden spirit that was attracted to him earlier is still around. The Spirits seem to have zipped back into the trees again, watching them prepare to leave. Lily grabs her pack and waits outside for the others. * Mitsuo bows to what appears to be no one in paticular, "Thank you for your hospitality, spirits! I hope we meet again soon. ^_^" * Dylan hands the picture to Jima. * Mitsuo then heads off to join the others. Please take this, I hope it bring luck to you and yours. * Dylan bows, picks up his heavy bag, and steps out the inn, reading his new map. * Erellisae heads off after Mitsuo, catching up to the group. ^^ * Feray trots out leisurely, keeping an eye on Nathan and his evil arms. * Nathan follow along, grinning as usual about the day's events ^_^ As soon as everyone has appeared with their things, Lily starts out at a leisurely pace down the path leading southwest. * Dylan puts a hand on Jal's shoulder Are you okay, Ms. Jalanda? * Jalanda stands in the spot where the painting stood another moment, looking down at the grass. She lifts her head up higher at the touch. "Your painting reminded me of someone I knew... someone waiting for me at the end of my road." * Mitsuo walks along at a brisk pace. ^^ Perhaps, you'll introduce me to them? Once we lose our need to leave tranquility? Ahead of them, they can see the split in the mountains ahead that is the Toroli pass. As the sun reaches its noontime peak in the sky, they find themselves right at the entrance to the pass. Perhaps, but now is not our time, unfortunately. We have others waiting. * Jalanda starts moving at that mention... * Dylan offers his arm to Jalanda as he follows the others. As they proceed into the pass, they see rock walls towering on either side. It's a pleasant journey for a while, until they reach their first obstacle, a swiftly rushing river. :/ ...Oh well shoot. ^^; * Erellisae looks around as they come up on the river. "Uhm..." Hmm...is there another way across? * Dylan looks at the map. Hmmm. *looks for something to hook on to for a crossing* * Jalanda takes Dylan's rather large arm that was offered, and peers at the map as well. ... water and experiments with wind spells haven't worked too well in the past. ^^; ...I wonder if I could freeze it. Lily shrugs. [Lily] It's worth a try, Mitsuo... Hmm. No help here. Perhaps Mitsuo's suggestion of an ice charm could work.. Give it a try * Mitsuo nods, "Okay, let me prepare then. I can't promise you this'll work..." Well, this aint my business magicwise, at any rate. * Nathan steps aside and waits * Feray rubs her tattoo and waits, arching an eyebrow. * Mitsuo finishes his incantation! Wind and Ice, crystaline shackles of frost! * Mitsuo claps his hands together, and twin colored rays of motion spiral in from the north and south onto the target. In a burst of transformation, the air around the rushing river is frozen into blocks of ice! * Jalanda puts a slim hand to her chin, thoughtfully. "Be wary... this stream carries an unpredictable flow." All the better not to swim it. Hmm... >> Mitsuo casts Freeze! The river slows, growing sluggish and cold, then finally hardens into sparkling ice! Ooh. Shiny. * Erellisae moves closer, then places a foot on the ice, testing it's strength. ^^ * Nathan tests the ice to see how sturdy it is The ice seems pretty solid... * Feray grins and taps the ice with her foot. She shrugs and begins across. If this cracks, you guys need to save me. Really. One at a time folks I'm not kidding. ;) Worry not Feray ^_- * Erellisae grins, and takes a running jump, sliding across the ice. :D Grk! One person go all the way across, then the next This can't be very good for th' fish... :P Let's hurry 'en. * Feray leaps off the ice as Erel goes sliding past O_o Feray! * Nathan stands by, ready to jump into the water if need be Gah! Feray! O_o After crossing the now-frozen river, the group looks for a good place to camp for the night, as the afternoon is wearing on... ==Session End== *** GMAmy changes topic to 'Grandia: New Horizons | Chapter 21.0: A Slight Detour | Location: Toroli village, 10 am, June 29 | Session End' Session Close: Fri Mar 15 23:48:02 2002