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.
5 whole years of Heir Apparent goodness! When I started the site, I knew I was hunkering down for the long haul, but I never could have predicted the numerous twists and turns this roleplay site has seen. Hundreds of plots, characters, and members have come and gone, all leaving marks on the site. I am so very thankful for those who have invested. Because you keep coming back, keep getting on, and keep writing, Heir Apparent has the legacy it does today. Three cheers to us!
Chel wears silk threads woven into her hair that are enchanted by Saga magic, to Blink when she needs to disappear for 30 seconds. Can only be used once per duration of combat.
A drink of wine sounded good after a long day's work but she needed to pick up her notes before considering anything else. Chel had taken on a lot to become Minister but she still loved it. Her classes done for the day, it was now time to dedicate the night to working on the plans that she and His Highness had discussed earlier. He'd been busier than ever lately with everything going on and she respected his time by making sure to have things done by the time he needed it done. To some, deadlines were an unwanted pressure, but Chel thrived on the motivation to work harder and do better.
With long calm strides she stalked down the empty hallway and listened to her foot steps echo off the walls. Many had decided to either leave for home by now or go join in someone else's company, but the quiet was nice. She smiled and hummed under her breath as she reached her office door and opened it.
Moving to sit behind her desk, the scrolls she was looking for were neatly stacked to the right. Had she left some wine in the drawer or had she finished it? Searching through the drawers, she didn't notice the approaching person that suddenly appeared near the door.
Last Edit: Oct 4, 2023 10:38:20 GMT -5 by Rachel Adesina
Shrine Magic
Akagi wields a saga enchanted naginata, that when touched allows the wielder to cast bright red orbs that explode on contact. Akagi can cast single orbs or produce up to four orbs in a powerup to cast at once for a bigger explosion.
Post by Akagi Llewellyn on Oct 7, 2023 18:21:25 GMT -5
Akagi had kept the boots made by Keion Blackwood, they made Akagi silent in step, a neat way to actually get around it helped him be watchful in moments of social chaos or in this instance appear seemingly out of nowhere. He wore a bright orange jumper and a orange small round hand upon his head, it did little to contain the thick sweeping jet black hair. Red flowers on vines entwined with mythical dragons (Akagi had heard once that a great dragon in Loren had been slain; an Eldouir at that) spitting fire that sprung forth from it more red flowers. His signature bracers that were weighted also adorned Akagi but also his youthful smile and bright eyes.
Knocking lightly he would then speak, "Please don't startle Minister, but heelllo!"
Chel wears silk threads woven into her hair that are enchanted by Saga magic, to Blink when she needs to disappear for 30 seconds. Can only be used once per duration of combat.
Post by Rachel Adesina on Oct 8, 2023 10:24:55 GMT -5
Rachel's brown eyes widened in surprise as a welcoming smile spread across her face. Where had he come from? She hadn't heard anyone a moment ago.
"Hello King Akagi! Welcome, and please come in."
She rose and curtsied at the man's entrance as she greeted him. Gesturing to the comfortable array of seating, the woman retrieved the wine bottle from the drawer. Chel smoothed down the dark chartreus satin of her skirts with a slim hand, noting his elegant attire. The dragon was a powerful statement for adornment and she very much liked details like that.
Not one to let such a fortuitous chance go to waste, Rachel remained standing politely, smiled and asked,
"Would you care for some tea or maybe wine perhaps, Your Highness?"
Shrine Magic
Akagi wields a saga enchanted naginata, that when touched allows the wielder to cast bright red orbs that explode on contact. Akagi can cast single orbs or produce up to four orbs in a powerup to cast at once for a bigger explosion.
Post by Akagi Llewellyn on Oct 11, 2023 11:16:58 GMT -5
Akagi took a seat after a polite bow, crossing his leg and laying his hands laced in his lap, "Oh tea would be marvelous! With six scoops of sugar and two dashes of honey if you please," the King was practically giddy and if some unseen force wasn't responsible for keeping him grounded well the King might have just floated away, "I have some rather fascinating news Minister to share, during some research last night I have discovered I can read texts containing knowledge of Aura enchanting...," he paused to let her form her own conclusion of what that meant.
Chel wears silk threads woven into her hair that are enchanted by Saga magic, to Blink when she needs to disappear for 30 seconds. Can only be used once per duration of combat.
Post by Rachel Adesina on Oct 11, 2023 19:15:35 GMT -5
"Please call me Rachel, or Chel if you like." she answered automatically. First names really did do away with unneeded formalities. She wasn't royalty and there was no need of it for her.
Oh how he loved his tea SWEET! Rachel's smile widened until her eyes crinkled at the corners and she waved a graceful hand at the teapot. The silver gleamed brightly as it poured out a steaming rich Sunflower Jasmine blend. At first, she thought it might be a casual visit while Chel got a spoon to stir the honey into the flowered cups with silver rims. But Akagi's entire face nearly glowed with his inner joy and his proud announcement had her pausing for a brief moment, forgetting that she still held the spoon.
"Aura enchanting... too?!" Her tone rising at the end in wonder. "That's wonderful! Congratulations Your Highness!"
Remembering the honey, she served him the cup after adding all that extra sugar. She recalled Cordelia's comment about how he took his tea and it added a laugh to her already bright smile.
"That's some amazing news! So now you have both Shrine and Aura enchanting! Outstanding."
Setting aside the lemon she'd added to her own tea, she paused to sip it and tilted her head at him, as if really taking in his presence. If any Arrynite could ever possibly doubt the fitness of their king, the ability to master two enchantments would surely lay all uncertainty to rest.
"I'm positive that Your Hand, Cordelia Olivarius will be very happy for you as well, but she might still scold you for all that sweet tea though..." Chel couldn't help the gentle and good natured teasing. If there was ever an adorable vice it was a bit of extra sweet in your tea to celebrate such good things.
"You must have been working on that for quite a while now Your Highness."
Last Edit: Oct 11, 2023 19:32:53 GMT -5 by Rachel Adesina
Shrine Magic
Akagi wields a saga enchanted naginata, that when touched allows the wielder to cast bright red orbs that explode on contact. Akagi can cast single orbs or produce up to four orbs in a powerup to cast at once for a bigger explosion.
Post by Akagi Llewellyn on Oct 13, 2023 10:43:57 GMT -5
"My brother, Sylas also has the ability to dual enchant and I don't think it could have come at a better time!" the King added with a happy smile, "With my coronation out of the way and the first cabinet meeting happening soon I'd like to hear some of your ideas for improving our Peacekeepers but also what the front is on our plans for Lorendale as per our last meeting..."
Chel wears silk threads woven into her hair that are enchanted by Saga magic, to Blink when she needs to disappear for 30 seconds. Can only be used once per duration of combat.
Post by Rachel Adesina on Oct 16, 2023 15:25:39 GMT -5
The vigorous enthusiasm gave Rachel a matching ebullience at the good news. Optimism really was the best aid to creativity and she set down the teacup to fold her hands in front of her. Though the conversation itself was quite serious, Chel's exuberance still showed in her demeanor.
"That is wonderful Your Highness! The timing is indeed perfection! There are a few ideas in the works for both subjects and..." She paused for a moment, reaching over to a few of her scrolls to spread them out in front of Akagi before continuing.
"I'm confident that working on these challenges at the same time actually spurs on new values and motives for each one. Waterskin Shield and an Arrynite Protection so that it cannot ever be used against us."
Rachel tapped a slim elegant hand to the middle portion of the first parchment. This was a multi-tiered conversation that needed some in depth discussion before it could go before the Council. She welcomed every aspect of it and put all of her effort into it each day. While it wasn't complete, There were a few suggestions that had good potential for far more than what she mentioned.
"As all magic should be, it's entirely nature based which runs an almost parallel path if we open our minds to it. Consider the ideas in tandem and the possibilities are only limited by the imagination!"
Last Edit: Oct 16, 2023 15:27:19 GMT -5 by Rachel Adesina