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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Clovis had trained with his men in the morning, making it possible for him to visit the city in the afternoon. He was getting tired of spending his free time at his estate. Being at home meant being alone. His siblings lived elsewhere and even though he visited them from time to time, he still felt small in his big house when no one was around. Of course they were the servants and the slaves, but they weren't much fun to be around. No, that afternoon he'd spend his time in the city, talking to some people he knew, maybe visiting a tavern or browsing some shops. New books, new bottles of whiskey or wine, he'd be able to find something to keep himself occupied with.
Soon after he had entered the area near the castle, Clovis spotted the prince. He had talked to the man quite a few times before since he was an artillery peacekeeper, but hadn't seen him in a while. The man made his way over to Akagi and stopped in front of him, bowing slightly at the waist. "You highness, what an honour running into you. It's been a while since I've had the pleasure of talking to you. How are you?"
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 12, 2022 20:05:26 GMT -5
Akagi was on his way to pick up his wife's birthday gift then he'd finish packing a few things in his bag of holding before preparing to dash over to Nevermere with the children. Space and time had been given to his Felita and now Akagi was feigning for her warmth as an enlightened Arynnite needed to seek knowledge. Seeing her wasn't all, a tad guilty of some of his motives as her husband he wanted to know what was really going on.
The arrival of @clovis during his trip brought the small party to a stop, "Clovis! Pardon me, good day," the Prince gave a proper military salute to Clovis, "Calvary Head Clovis Belcourt, care to join me? I have to meet a man about a gift for the wife, mustn't be late. Life has been rather busy old friend between all of the many royal duties to being a Father and husband, the library of enchantments in here," he pointed to his head chuckling, "What is it they say? So many souls, so little time? But, how have you been?"
The party came to a stop and the prince greeted him, first a little more familiar and then officially by stating his full function and name. Clovis had simply intended to greet Akagi but couldn't think of a reason not to accept his invitation to join him on his shopping trip. The peacekeeper nodded. "Of course, I wouldn't want to keep you."
He listened to Akagi talking about how busy life was. He smiled slightly when the prince pointed to his head with a chuckle. "I understand what you mean", Clovis replied while gesturing that he was ready to walk along if the party wanted to start to live again. "I've been rather busy myself, although I must admit you sound far more busy." Clovis didn't have a wife or kids, sadly. He'd love to share his life with someone but now he was way too focussed on the military anyway. "What are we picking up for your wife?" He asked, looked to the side to look at Akagi.
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 Nov 1, 2022 9:14:47 GMT -5
"A broom," Akagi replied leaving the younger man's conclusion of the answer open ended, just a broom? Or a enchanted broom? Those and hundreds of other options would have surely puzzled the Prince but he knew the broom was to be enchanted.
Adjusting his enchanted bag so he could walk with his hands clasped behind his back he pressed on the conversation, "I have been meaning to see you and the other Peacekeeper Heads about some enchantments to improve each branch, do you have time to come with me to my workshop? It's actually on the way," for now his Felita's birthday gift could wait it was the usual buzz of excitement that filled Akagi when he talked about enchanting or any of the processes involved.
The response surprised Clovis as he thought it was a bit disrespectful to give a woman a broom as a gift, but he wasn't in a position to judge the prince so he simply kept his mouth shut. After all, he didn't even know the story behind the broom. Maybe it was an inside joke, maybe it was a special broom.
The prince didn't say anything else about it so the Peacekeeper Head decided to let the topic rest. Akagi continued talking and mentioned meeting with the other Heads. This sparked Clovis' interest. "Enchantments for the branches, you say", he mumbled. "Well, my schedule is clear so I'll gladly come with you to your workshop." There wasn't much else to say. The man didn't feel like asking the prince about the enchantments right then and there was the most ideal circumstance to talk about it, so he decided against it. He was sure the prince would explain it as soon as they reached their destination.
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 Dec 1, 2022 10:20:25 GMT -5
Akagi and Clovis made their way to the Prince's workshop, similar in design to other workshops, reaching into his pocket he pulled out a white stone that had been cut, chiseled, and smother into a cylindrical piece of stone. The entrance into the building had no handle but Akagi waved the stone over a steel plate, the door popped open slightly and he pushed the door open ushering Clovis to follow him inside.
"Wait," yet again diving into his pocket he produced another ring like the one he wore, "Put this on. It'll allow you to enter without being frozen in place," he laughed as if that was a whoops moment, "This is my workshop, my humble little abode," he entered in letting him take in everything. It wasn't a mess everything was neatly put away, organized, not a speck of dust or debris to be seen. A bed sat tucked in the corner completely made up to perfection, a nightstand beside the bed was the home to his grimores, and other small everyday used enchantments. He had a small training circle with a dummy. Weapons of all types decorated his walls and all of them were enchanted, several of them of his own creation while others were gifted to him.
Removing the bag around his shoulder Akagi sat it down on his work bench beside a helmet and a rack of arrows with red felt ends and jade stone shaved heads.
"I came up with the idea but a talented young Peacekeeper gave me this prototype," as he talked Akagi was riffling through his bag which with all the movement of things and some of the strain to move them from the outside looking in appeared perhaps strange, but the bag (his own creation and making) had vast amounts of space and truly held many treasures. Finally with an 'ah-ha' he fished out a black leather bound book, "Go a head try it on," he didn't flinch opening directly to the pages of the enchantment of current discussion, "then just give a little whistle..."
Clovis was about to step forward when the prince told him to wait. Of course he immediately obliged and froze in place, waiting for what was next. Akagi handed him a ring to protect him from literally being frozen. "Well aren't I lucky that you remembered this ring", lord Belcourt said, a joking undertone to his voice. He followed the man who welcomed him to his workshop. "Humble you say, but I'd say professionally secured from unwelcome visitors." He was always in awe of people's ways to protect their homes and important places with enchantments. Everything you could possibly need was within reach, bed, dummy, books, etc. The Head of Cavalry admired the place a little longer but was taken back to the now and then by the voice of the prince. He moved closer to the workbench that Akagi had placed his items upon. If he wasn't used to the enchantments and magic in Arynn Frey, he would've laughed at the amount of stuff the bag was able to hold. Clovis lifted the helmet and looked at the prince who told him to try it on. "Am I allowed to ask what it'll do before I put it on?" he asked, a little cautious.
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 Jan 2, 2023 19:48:02 GMT -5
Akagi chuckled, "of course sir! The helmet controls the arrows through whistling! Let me show you," he offered to be the tester as it should be but the excitement of seeing someone use an enchantment was a thrill however his own excitement trumped the experience.
Kindly taking the helmet the Prince places the helmet on his head and instantly a light golden glow radiated off the helmet as did the tips of the bolts, Akagi let out a low quick whistle and the bolts rose into the air bobbing. Another sharp quick whistle sent them sailing into the practice dummy.
Clovis handed over the helmet and watched as Akagi put it on. Then, merely moments after, the arrows rose from where they were kept and hovered in the air before flying over to the dummy and piercing the fabric it was made of. The man whistled in amazement and looked back at the prince. "I must admit, that's a very interesting helmet, your highness."
He put a hand on his chin and thought. "But what if an enemy hits the helmet, do the arrows get dented? Do they still work?" He was curious to know the thought process behind the helmet. It could be a good addition to the Peacekeepers force.