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!
Spider Physiology - the power to possess the abilities of a spider. For Acacia, this consists of five elements (venomous bite, webs, enchanted strength, enhanced eyesight/darkvision, the ability to crawl up walls).
For more information on these elements, see character application.
After Azazel's repulsing behaviour, Acacia had left the ball. She wanted to endure a lot for her family, which she had only recently found again, but she wouldn't be disrespected by a little Eldouir child. She was a lady, not some common whore, and didn't appreciate the way he had treated her. He had mentioned her smell, while dancing with her together with another woman. No, it just wouldn't do. She had left the room.
Exasperated and with big steps, Acacia arrived on the porch of the manor. In front, a yard and in the distance all the carriages. She descended a few little steps, watching her feet in order not to trip, and when she looked up again, she saw Gianna Pasqualin.
Her mood turned more sour for a moment, but then she decided that she needed to give Gianna a fair chance. She had absolutely no idea why Tallis had adopted Gianna as if she was a Scorza, so maybe talking to her would give her insight in that situation.
At the farm, they had all been refering to each other by their first names, so she did now as well. "Gianna", she said, surprise in her voice. "What are you doing out here?" Her voice now was genuine, and not condescending. Again, she loved Tallis, but she had noticed that her cousin treated Gianna like a little child, or a pet. Acacia didn't want to do that. This young woman had become part of their group for a reason.
Post by Gianna Pasqualin on May 18, 2024 2:17:07 GMT -5
Gianna was doing some pouting of her own. She had wanted to dance with a handsome man, maybe get an offer for marriage or whatever, but the Eldouir man had showed up and become the center of attention—or so she felt—and now she was left to pout outside (as if someone was making her).
When Acacia came out Gi was tempted to hide. She could tell the Scorza didn’t care for her, and she didn’t want to have to deal with her right now. Instead, however, she fixed her face with irritation and barely glanced Acacia’s way when the other woman approached.
“I’m disappointed in that party.” She said honestly, all attitude for the situation.
Spider Physiology - the power to possess the abilities of a spider. For Acacia, this consists of five elements (venomous bite, webs, enchanted strength, enhanced eyesight/darkvision, the ability to crawl up walls).
For more information on these elements, see character application.
Post by Acacia Scorza on May 18, 2024 12:12:39 GMT -5
Acacia didn't know how Gianna felt about her, because they hadn't talked a lot, but she also didn't pay attention to how much it how little the young woman looked at her when she approached. If she genuinely didn't want to talk, she could've ignored her, after all.
The attitude and the words almost made Acacia chuckle, if she hadn't been so disappointed and irritated by the party herself. "If you can even call it a party", she responded with a huff, looking over her shoulder at the entrance of the estate. "But Tallis and Cezar seem to be enjoying themselves. It's not for me. Those Eldouir have no manners." She was still angry with Azazel for treating her like she was just any woman.
Post by Gianna Pasqualin on May 22, 2024 13:22:50 GMT -5
Gianna was glad Acacia was in agreement. Maybe they could just leave. Unlikely, but it was a petulant thought. Take the carriage. Leave Tallis and Cezar to walk.
“Maybe we,” she said, doubtful of her own ability but continuing their agreement with one another, “should host something of our own.” It was childish, but there it was. Then she said, “Do you think…we could take them? I mean, if it came to that?” She was being unspecific in the unlikely event that there were listening ears.
Spider Physiology - the power to possess the abilities of a spider. For Acacia, this consists of five elements (venomous bite, webs, enchanted strength, enhanced eyesight/darkvision, the ability to crawl up walls).
For more information on these elements, see character application.
Post by Acacia Scorza on Jun 11, 2024 9:33:22 GMT -5
Acacia looked at Gianna and chuckled softly. "We should. Anything is better than this."
But the topic changed to something a little more serious, and Acacia's face became serious again. "I don't know what Tallis is planning, but it seems like she wants to join forces." She looked around to make sure nobody was around. "What did she tell you?" she asked, wondering how Tallis had convinced Gianna to join them on the farm.
Post by Gianna Pasqualin on Jun 21, 2024 16:37:17 GMT -5
There was something pleasant about the way Acacia leaned in and lowered her voice, something that made Gianna feel warm. It was inclusion. Being a part of something, of a people; a family. She indulged, dropping her voice as well. She missed the unspecific question, answering it with,
“She hasn’t mentioned them at all. Tallis doesn’t bring me in. Not the way she does with you.” It was actually an assumption, admitted a little insecurely.
Spider Physiology - the power to possess the abilities of a spider. For Acacia, this consists of five elements (venomous bite, webs, enchanted strength, enhanced eyesight/darkvision, the ability to crawl up walls).
For more information on these elements, see character application.
Post by Acacia Scorza on Jun 23, 2024 9:42:25 GMT -5
Acacia made a humming 'hmm' sound which sounded like doubt, to indicate that she didn't know all that much either. "That puts us in a similar position, then, because I had the feeling she told you more than she tells me." There was some annoyance there, not towards Gianna, but with her cousin. She had been so excited to find her family, but now it turned out that Tallis didn't really tell anyone about her ideas or plans. "She introduced me to one of them inside. I get the feelings she would like me to get close to them, but he was disrespectful and rude. I won't lower myself to that level just to be in good graces with them."
She kept saying them in case anyone would be able to hear the two women talking. She didn't want anyone to hear the word Eldouir.
Post by Gianna Pasqualin on Jul 12, 2024 2:52:31 GMT -5
Gianna scoffed quietly.
“I have the feeling Tallis doesn’t share much with anyone.” She didn’t say it, but she was thinking Not even with Cezar. They had an odd marriage from where she stood. She’s never say that out loud, of course.
When Acacia mentioned the Eldouir Gianna wrinkled her nose.
“I won’t either.” She said in solidarity. Then, quietly, with a cheeky smile spreading across her lips, “I kind if hope they do something. I don’t know what. The kingdom has mistreated us for too long.”
Spider Physiology - the power to possess the abilities of a spider. For Acacia, this consists of five elements (venomous bite, webs, enchanted strength, enhanced eyesight/darkvision, the ability to crawl up walls).
For more information on these elements, see character application.
Post by Acacia Scorza on Jul 24, 2024 5:34:05 GMT -5
Acacia had to agree with that. It was something that had been bothering her a bit. Tallis had been so happy to discover Acacia was family, yet she barely shared her thoughts and plans with her.
She chuckled softly. "You're not alone in that. I just hope they don't do anything to us." Maybe she should have let that Eldouir boy disrespect her to make sure they wouldn't come for them, but she had standards. "Knowing them, they will. I doubt they have just turned up in Lorendale again after being holed up in Dresmond for so long."