The peace that formerly reigned in Terra Nova has eroded, now little more than a memory. War ravages the continent. Disputes divide kingdoms; ideals divide families. The quest for power consumes absolutely and indiscriminately. None are immune to its allure.
Who will rise and who will fall? Only time—and ambition—will tell.
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05.26.2023
2 month character creation hold for all existing members begins 6/5/2023. Ended 8/5/2023.
10.29.2023
Change in how times flows. Was 4 IC seasons, now only 2 IC seasons per 1 OOC year.
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It was the same day that Aldrich had met with Kasper, and he had someone send word to Zarha to meet him outside of the village. So far, Aldrich hadn't been briefed on the whole Izen/Magda/Rian situation, so it wouldn't effect him just yet.
He had received word that Zarha had discovered something magical, and Hadrian had asked him to pick up where Faylin left off, so he would. He would meet with Zarha to discuss the situation. The messenger would tell her that he wanted to see her for reasons that she'd know about, so she would be able to quickly make the connection and assume it was about the wings.
Aldrich waited in a secluded area, smoking a cigarette. It was best that they talked and trained in private for now. Not because of Nevermerean soldiers, but because of the Coheedsmen and -women.
Post by Zarha Sliva on Sept 29, 2023 13:30:00 GMT -5
Zarha was off doing her own thing when Aldrich sent for her, taking a moment for her to realise what he might wanted to see her about and in a quiet area, then it clicked why. She makes sure that she has a dagger with her, so she has something to do with the training and put it in a holster that she has on. Without saying much more then "Aldrich asked to see me." To anybody who asked of her as she made her way to the spot. Zarha, wasn't too pleased that she now has to work alongside Abbott on this, however he is her serpirior well she was out here and The captain commander even instracted for her to work with Faylin, so if that means she now has to work with Abbott then she will put up with him.
When she got there was a more of a pep to her work cause either she either looking forward for using her wings again, or because she enjoying the attention some of the men be showing her here in Coheed. When she got to Abbott she stood to attention with a soft smile on her face. "Lieutenant."
Post by Aldrich Abbott on Sept 29, 2023 14:52:38 GMT -5
"Sliva", he said with a nod of his head when he saw the young soldier appear. He waited until she was closer to continue speaking, and took another drag of his cigarette in the meantime. Once she was close enough, he took one last drag and threw the cigarette on the floor, before extinguishing it with his foot.
She had a soft smile on her face, which was a pleasant surprise. He had always told the girl to be more social, more open, more everything and a little less soldier, and this smile looked genuine. "How have you been?" Aldrich asked, kindly, which was unusual for him.
Post by Zarha Sliva on Sept 29, 2023 15:02:12 GMT -5
The smile was true she had forgotten what it was like to smile. "I have been well. I don't know what it is, maybe it is that bright thing in the sky which is apparently the sun. But since being here in Coheed I've been... Happy." She kind of know why like she start feeling like she being seen here in Coheed, but how can she tell that to Aldrich that she found more things in comment with the people here then the people in Nevermere.
"I hope you have been feeling well sir?" It was true, as true as a soldier asking her Lieutenant. However, there was still a part of her wanting to get into work cause at the end of the day Abbott didn't summon her for a catch-up and cake. Though she was willing to wait to get to wait for Aldrich to take the lead.
Post by Aldrich Abbott on Oct 4, 2023 7:55:20 GMT -5
He squinted and peered at the sun, nodding a bit while Zarha spoke. "Yeah, it's... it's definitely different than Nevermere. It's good you're feeling happy." He cleared his throat. He didn't like talking about emotions, not even good ones.
"I've been okay. Thank you. I'm hoping the sun will work its wonders on me the same as it has on you." He chuckled emotionlessly and became serious again. "So I've heard you've made a little discovery, Sliva?"
Zarha knew that Abbott wanted to see her more relaxed so she just hope when she is back in Nevermere that she remember this feeling of being happy. It been a nice feeling, like she did feel happy and relaxed when she was training cause she enjoyed it but this happy felt different it was difficult to talk about about because she don't really understand this feeling of being seen to people, especially to people who are used to the feeling of being seen before.
Giving a soft laugh when Abbott mentioned how he hope the sun worked wonders on him. She wanted to laugh so much harder then she did but then it would gave her away that she meant something else then the sun. "Maybe it will." Anyway when Abbott asked about her little discovery... She wouldn't call it little, she would call them awesome. "Yes I have... I've started to learn to read and write not long before coming out here and i thought i gave it a try with this summon I've read however, i misread it. I wanted to summon a winged creature, however instead of what i hope for, I've summoned wings to grow out of me. By summoning these wings on my back it give me the ability to fly."
Post by Aldrich Abbott on Oct 4, 2023 10:28:32 GMT -5
He wasn't used to seeing Zarha so giddy and happy. Her laughter was new to him and it sounded almost weird. Who knew that this woman was able to be happy after all?
"Flying, hmmm. That could prove to be very useful. How's your archery? Having a flying archer would be good for the military." He thought for a moment. "Do you have the summoning down already, or would you need a witch's assistance with that?"
Post by Zarha Sliva on Oct 4, 2023 10:41:56 GMT -5
"My archery on the ground is good, of course I will need to train to do it in the air as I haven't tried shooting in the air yet." It will be interesting to do and of course like Abbott explained this will be very useful. She thought for a bit about the summons as she wanted to give her honest answer. "I feel like I got the summoning down okay, just that when I summoned them, it was sore around the shoulder blades I am sure i have bruises there. I am getting better with landing. I am willing to work another witch to help assist me, with regards to understanding these wings and what they can do." Zarha know that if she was going to be useful with her new find power then she has to be truthful about her experience with it.
Post by Aldrich Abbott on Oct 20, 2023 13:55:21 GMT -5
"Once I've figured out a good spot to train your archery in the sky, we'll start training. For now, don't tell the citizens of Coheed about your wings. Understood?"
He waited to hear a response. Then he'd continue: "If you've got the summoning down, there's no need to involve another witch. We will train your skills and your understanding of these wings, and only after Captain Commander Usher gives us the green light to inform other soldiers, you'll tell them. For now it's just you and me who should know about it."
Post by Zarha Sliva on Oct 20, 2023 14:41:06 GMT -5
Zarha nodded when he told her to not to tell any Coheedman about her Wings. She did understand why to not tell them. "Yes sir." Was sort a simple.
"Sergent Kasper Van Zant knew about the wings he spotted me when I first got my wings out Sir. As far as I am aware he hasn't informed anybody about the wings." She thought it was best to inform him who already knows about it .
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Last Edit: Oct 20, 2023 18:39:47 GMT -5 by Zarha Sliva
Post by Aldrich Abbott on Nov 8, 2023 7:46:27 GMT -5
He gritted his teeth. Why could Zarha not be more cautious? "Okay", he said. Kasper would be going to Nevermere, or he was already on his way, so he couldn't check with the young man.
"Get back to your regular duties for now. I'll let you know when we train."