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A galaxy awaits: Any - Sidereum - 01-16-2019 I'll be your alibi Sidereum RE: A galaxy awaits: Any - Nalia - 01-16-2019 The spring winds carried a great number of things through the valley that sat in the middle of the Isle, including the voice of the mare that Nalia heard. It helped that the filly wasn't very far away to begin with, since despite having good hearing her ability was nowhere on par with some of the other animal species that had a greater reach. At first, the filly, for once, was hesitant to go investigate the newcomer, if only for regard to her own safety. Being that spring was finally here, and her little one was due rather soon, Nalia did not want to risk running into any trouble that would endanger the life of the foal. She didn't care if Ardashir would've been disappointed in her for that move, she was prioritizing the precious cargo she carried. The instincts of a dam were slowly creeping up on her, even if she didn't realize it at first. Nalia crept out of her hiding in the trees, standing at the edge and looking out to see who had spoken. It was a young mare, perhaps twice Nalia's age, but she couldn't tell since they were around the same height. Add in that despite being younger, Nalia had growing to do, so it wasn't an accurate assesment. She watched the mare carefully for some time, listening to her question if anyone else dared to call this Isle home. Her name, Sidereum, was unique, but sounded rather pretty. From this distance, Nalia could tell the mare was also exhausted from the swim, and cold, despite winter having departed the Isle. Spring may be here, but the chilled breezes were not yet gone. Nalia was seriously considering traveling back to the mainland for her young one's birth. The only reason holding her back was the Plague. When no one came up to speak to the gray mare, Nalia decided to investigate the situation. She moved from under her cover and toward the mare, tucking her wings around her belly as if reassuring herself she could protect the little one growing inside her. The bulge in her abdomen was now quite easy to see, given this was her first pregnancy and she usually looked much slimmer. She'd spent time flying while heavily pregnant, just in case, and she remained at the ready if this mare should try anything suspicious. As she got closer, stopping a few yards away, she spoke up to the mare, "Hello Sidereum. Well met; what brings you to the Isle?" @[Sidereum] RE: A galaxy awaits: Any - Sidereum - 01-17-2019 I'll be your alibi Sidereum RE: A galaxy awaits: Any - Nalia - 01-18-2019 For a few brief seconds, the mare didn't answer Nalia's question, the filly onserving how the older horse's eyes glanced over her body. Feeling cautious, Nalia ruffled her wings a little, keeping them close around her stomach. Perhaps the mare wasn't eyeing that area of the filly's body, but Nalia would not take a chance, not with spring so close. Sidereum stated she was on the Isle for no other purpose than to find a home and a place to call her own. Nalia wasn't opposed to such an action, since anybody who came here from the mainland deserved the quite and solace this place offered. She made a mental note to at least notify Leilan, since, to her knowledge, he was the one who seemed to be in charge here. Sidereum could be here for another purpose as well, but for the time, she said nothing of the sort. It was fully possible she could be hiding something, but Nalia did not comment. It wouldn't do any good to openly display her suspicions since Sidereum hadn't given her any reason to be wary. Nalia didn't fail to notice the slight shiver when a cold breeze ran through the valley again, and though she was growing accustomed to it, Sidereum might not be able to claim the same. The filly motioned with her head for the mare to follow, "Let's get out of this cold then, and we'll talk some more later." The filly led the way back toward the trees, not having to go far since the nearby trees would do good to block the wind since they were pretty thick. The side of the isle that was close to the mainland didn't have as many trees as the western portion, save for a few outcroppings that would be suitable for one horse for shade, not as shelter from the winter breeze. The west side though, it provided plenty of shelter, which was a good thing. Having to move through the rocky terrain underneath the grass was hard on the legs of someone who wasn't used to living here. Once the duo got under cover of the trees, heading a small way in so they wouldn't be standing on the rockier ground, Nalia turned to face the mare again, "Hopefully this is more to your liking. The Isle is most welcoming to those who wish to leave the mainland behind, however, I'd like to ask. What sort of life were you wishing to find here? Surely you don't desire to spend the rest of your days alone." @[Sidereum] RE: A galaxy awaits: Any - Sidereum - 01-18-2019 I'll be your alibi Sidereum RE: A galaxy awaits: Any - Nalia - 01-19-2019 The filly stared calmly as Sidereum offered an explanation, listening with every intent on saying something back that would hopefully help the mare figure out her own desire. But at the end, Nalia didn't really know what to say. She could understand when Sidereum said she felt a sort of... calling, and that's what drew her to the Isle. It was the same desire that drew Nalia to Beqanna all those moons ago before she met Ardashir and settled into Nerine. She could've stayed in her homeland, resumed life with other horses her age until they went their separate ways to form herds. But she left, feeling her place was better elsewhere. Something in the future could change her mind, but for the time being, she did not regret listening to her gut. At least Sidereum was willing to pull her weight, not just looking for handouts in the kingdom she decided to settle in. Still, there was something about this mare... Nalia couldn't quite put her hoof on it. She'd have to get to know Sidereum first, then she'd make her own personal judgment. With that resolve, Nalia spoke up, "I understand your desire, what you wish to get out of being here. I could recommend my own area of specialty, but I will leave the choice to you, for perhaps you favor another course of action rather than words. Leilan will wish to know you are here; I will call for him so you can tell him what you told me. Perhaps he can find a place for you here." Nalia turned away from the mare and looked up, tilting her head back slightly and letting out a call for the Nerian stallion. When she was finished, she looked out over the meadow for a sign that he was approaching, speaking to Sidereum again without turning her head back to look at the gray. "It should not be long for him to arrive." @[Sidereum] @[Leilan] RE: A galaxy awaits: Any - Leilan - 01-20-2019 Leilan Glaciers melting in the dead of night and the superstars sucked into the supermassive
The scaled roan had been to the north, figuring some time alone would be best. Some days he’d wonder about fairies and magic and changes in his life; things he’d done wrong, things he’d done to sort-of make it right. There hadn’t been much that he thought he did very well in his life, always finding a way to get things to go askew. These days, he even wondered if Breckin had retreated so much because of her pregnancy and if so, if it was even a good thing to have another child. But he ends up thinking in circles, and the only conclusion he can draw from his poor decisions is that he should do better with this Isle. On his way back, a call drifts on the wind. The familiar female voice of Nalia, Ardashir’s mate. She, he thinks, is the reason the great white had agreed to taking a position of leadership on the island; and her decision majorly being influenced by a certain Plague. She wouldn’t call him if it wasn’t something she deemed important (she might call Ard instead) - and so he quickens into a trot, crossing the snow-clad meadow to find not just one, but two mares. A grey Lippizaner is with the painted grulla, and the ice-and-gold-clad male nods to her in greeting. ”Welcome to the iciest place in Beqanna,” he grins to her and extends his smile to Nalia, before looking at the visitor again. ”I see you’ve already been welcomed. What can I help you with?” you set my soul alight @[Sidereum] @[Nalia] RE: A galaxy awaits: Any - Sidereum - 01-20-2019 I'll be your alibi Sidereum RE: A galaxy awaits: Any - Nalia - 02-02-2019 It did not take long for Leilan to answer Nalia's call; within a short time, the stallion was making his way across the snow-clad meadow to the two mares, joining them under cover of the tress to stay sheltered from the cold and wind. When he joined them, Leilan greeted the mare by emphasizing their current environment before sharing a smile with the grulla mare. Nalia bowed her head to the Isle leader before following his gaze as he questioned Sidereum as to her purpose here. She introduced herself, then simply stated she'd come here for a place to live and make a life. Stretching her neck out some, Nalia spoke to Leilan in more of a whisper so Sidereum would not overhear her, "She says she came here for more of a fresh start. I have a feeling she is a native of this land, not an outsider like myself or others. Surely something here for her can be found?" @[Sidereum] @[Leilan] OOC: Apologies to both of you. My notification preferences did not let me know you guys had both posted. RE: A galaxy awaits: Any - Leilan - 02-05-2019 We got older and I should have known that I’d feel colder when I walk alone
It’s not every day that a wanderer finds their way to an island, and the most secluded one at that - it might be on purpose. Yet, she doesn’t smell like any other kingdom, and so it’s relatively safe to assume she’s not here to spy. And if she were, he’s pretty sure that they would find out soon enough (and honestly, the Isle isn’t exactly an interesting place to spy on, he thinks). Her request is simple, and comes almost with the vague idea of her fleeing her old life - but didn’t he do much the same thing? ”As far as I’m concerned you can. But be aware food is hard to find here; if it’s becoming a hardship to find some, perhaps you should prepare for the idea of travelling to the meadows or Nerine, which is on the other side of the canal.” Looking to the both of them, there isn’t much else to add - ”If you happen upon a bay male moving the earth about, he’s making shelters. If it’s too cold, either of you can request he makes you something to shield you from the wind.” he nods to Nalia, knowing she might have use of such when the little one has arrived, although Sidereum also looks a bit cold - not used to the temperatures yet. Leilan no. 7 | ice forged in fire @[Sidereum] @[Nalia] if there’s any other questions just ask! ^^ if not, maybe we could close this one? |