[Center] [img]https://i.imgur.com/fTD5yRH.png[/img] & [img]https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/319517044364017674/530882221087784970/OhannakeloiSymbol2.png[/img] [img]https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/319517044364017674/530882185767550998/ohanna1.png[/img] [/center] [hr] He flew for a long time, the burden of his decision to keep Rowan in the dark, weighed his heart down. Where he had sought to find answers and advice from a friend, he had found only more questions. Li'Kalla was gone, he could not find her and thus he feared the worst had befallen his sister. He had once found Silver's own advice to be invaluable and he had sought Li'Kalla out for the same and he had failed. For that, he blamed himself. He should have gone with her to help unite them, it was the least he owed her. There was no sign of the Beast or any fragments, it was if she simply disappeared. Instead, he had found Eurysthenes, the God of Illusions. His siblings predicament was an unusual one and he did not know whether the god was being truthful or not. Yet from everything he could tell, his loss was genuine. Orvus knew not how to help him and that realization was hard to grasp. Hopefully Abanoc would know better, if he still existed as well. And so Orvus had left Li'Kalla's island home and traveled in the direction of the Eye. He knew not what awaited him at his home, only that he would have to face his own decisions and the consequences that came from them. It was strange to even grasp, that a being so powerful and limitless as he, still struggled with himself. Perhaps he was more mortal than he had ever realized. But he was not mortal, he was a God and could fix any problem, but could he fix this? Fertility was not his strong suit, that was more of a Phystene thing. Could he bless his family with it? Could he give them what they really wanted. Or what his wife really wanted? Familiarity of home and a new chance for life. The more he thought about it, the more he began to think it could be done. He would give his daughters and wife what they lacked but… Who would they… He thought more on this. Rowan and he were together but there was no one for Ava and Lily. Even Arya and Laurien. There was no species that they could have children with. That would need to be rectified as well. That was what his family lacked. More. Just like the Selka, and Ihokhetlani, so too would he create his own species, molded after himself and his girls. They would be called, Nebulites. After the form he adopted as his own. He had another thought, one spurred by his families human form in the dream. Why not have the best of both worlds? He would make them have two appearances. One of the Celestial and one of the Cthonic. They would also have to be capable of flight, would have longevity, greater height, and be capable of reproducing with any species. That offspring, outside of their own kind, would be like the people from his dream. Yes, this would have to do. Perhaps then Rowan would not be so angry with him. Still, he could go further and give himself a human form, one from the dream. Yes, he knew that would work. Yet he was hesitant. Did he have the power for such a feat? The Nebulites would be no mundane species, not like others that inhabited the world. So lost in thought he was that Orvus completely flew past the Eye and off into the direction of the Dragon's Foot. It was then that something caught his eye, and brought his attention into focus. In the distance, something floated in the sky. It was fairly large and rather solid looking, not a combination often seen in terms of things floating in the sky. It appeared to be made of stones of various sorts, a central cylindrical structure, at the bottom a domed shape capped off that end. At the top however arose out a central tower, or more appropriately a keep, as walls reached up from the base apart from the keep inside. The walls were carved intricately, each having a very specific pattern evocative of different beings, some familiar and others not. This and more came to Orvus in that instant, but also was another some detail, on the ramparts of the wall, raised from the central block and set apart from the keep, sat a crab. And he was waving. His voice reached out the inter-spanning distance with the ease of communication between the two gods. [color=D8CCBA]“Hello! Orvus I do believe it was if my memory from the Architect’s Palace serves rightly?”[/color] He thought it a strange sight but he knew the voice behind those words even if he had never heard it before. He began to make his way closer to the keep. [Color=black]"And you are Ohannakeloi, God of Stone. Hello sibling of mine."[/color] he said, having flown over to the keep in a blink of an eye. Now floating before Ohannakeloi. [color=D8CCBA]“It is most wonderful to see you, I have talked to only a few of our fellows since that time of our last meeting. Tell me do you know much of these islands before us, I had thought to visit them before heading north to Kalgrun as I believe it is called.”[/color] Ohannakeloi clicked one claw then the other as he spoke. [color=D8CCBA]“I plan to take a survey of much of Galbar before returning with what may be of use to Atokhekwoi, to enrich it you see. Enough of my ponderings, I can only imagine what great works you have wrought since I last saw you. What of you fair Orvus, what brings you here?”[/color] Orvus relaxed visibly and cocked his head at the crab. [Color=black]"I see. It's good to see you as well. As for these islands, and as for why I am here, they are known as the Eye of Desolation. They are also my home and where my family lives. As for great works… Well I would have to say my daughters. They have far surpassed me as a being. But tell me, I never expected that you would want to fly up so high. Where have you come from and why have you built this Keep?"[/color] he asked softly. [color=D8CCBA]“I must admit the answers to your two questions are but a singular one, Shengshi’s Jiangzhou. I have just stayed as a guest of his and I am most thoroughly impressed by his manner of living and his creation. So I have built a great structure of my own to occupy, as you can see it is not quite completely barren, I have yet to decide upon appropriate servants or furnishings for this place.”[/color] Ohannakeloi patted the rampart with his right claw, [color=D8CCBA]“And I contest that this is so high, it is at most a mountain’s distance which can be raised up in stone easily enough to be connected to Galbar once more. Oh but what am I saying speaking of keeps and mountains, you have family Great Orvus! You simply must tell me of them, to surpass you, you must be proud.”[/color] The term of servants peaked Orvus’ interest, and he flew closer to his brother. [color=black]”I’ve been aboard the Jiangzhou, only once, and I must admit that Shengshi and I are not on the best of terms. It is good to know that you and he get along. But yes,”[/color] he mused, [color=black]”Arya and Laurien, Ava and Lily too, with my dear wife Rowan. An odd story of how we all came to be together, one that I will save for another time. If you had known my in the earlier days of Galbar, you would have thought me a monster. Yet, I was shown a better way, a way I never knew I wanted. Thus, Arya came first. To my regret, she and I have a rocky start, but now things are better. To put simply, they are better than me because they are kind, pure hearted souls who strive to better the world. I am very proud.”[/color] he said with a relaxed expression. [color=black]”I must say however, you seem to be in a predicament, so am I. How badly do you require servants? I have been thinking of an idea. A race of potential, but I do not know if I am capable of creating them alone. Perhaps it was fate that we met, right here, right now?”[/color] Orvus said, crossing his arms. [color=D8CCBA]“Fate I wouldn’t know about, but I can say it does seem most fortunate. Tell me of this race, I am most interested in your proposal.”[/color] [color=black]”To truly understand what I am proposing, please, let us depart to my home. Along the way, I shall tell you.”[/color] Orvus said. [color=D8CCBA]“Lead the way.”[/color] [color=black]”Now imagine this, a race of beings called Nebulites…”[/color] Orvus started before leading the way. And so Orvus spoke as the two drifted closer to his home. He told Ohannakeloi of the Nebulites, what he envisioned and how they might interact with the world. He spoke with passion and what he imagined their future could be in the world. He also told his brother why he had thought of such an idea, and his problems at home. Ohannakeloi was most powerfully drawn in, he had not held much reservation before but to see his fellow god so impassioned weighted heavily to favor the proposed creation. Ohannakeloi interrupted the other god, [color=D8CCBA]“I have heard enough good Orvus, I will help you bring forth these Nebulites.”[/color] Orvus paused in his talk and looked at Ohannakeloi with thanks in his eye. [color=black]”Thank you, Ohannakeloi. This lifts a great burden off my shoulders. And of course, you may take as many as you like for your needs. Now come, we are almost there.”[/color] Orvus said, pointing to an island with large patches of cleared land. As they drew closer, the island proper came into view. Fields and fields of beets, potatoes, rice, and yams could be seen sprouting. Wooden homes could also be seen, and from it, two figures fast approaching. One donned armor of white, wielding a sword of the same color. The other was black, cloaked and had a large sword at hand. As they came nearer, their swords were put away when they say Orvus beckoning to them. Orvus then turned to Ohannakeloi, [color=black]”Brother, I would like to introduce to you, Arya and Laurien.”[/color] he said gesturing to them. [color=black]”Girls, this is Ohannakeloi, God of Stone and he has come to help.”[/color] As they neared, their demeanor changed to pure awe. Tears welled up in Arya’s eyes, and Laurien was slack jawed. Arya then blurted out, [color=ivory]”You’re so beautiful, your Holiness.”[/color] she said with a shaky voice. Laurien simply nodded her head slowly, as if words were lost to her. [color=D8CCBA]“Why thank you, good Lady Arya.”[/color] Ohannakeloi turned to Orvus, shifting his weight on the wall. [color=D8CCBA]“Quite well mannered and kind I must say. And this now, armor and a weapon? Most well made I can tell, seemingly of your own essence, to protect them I would presume of you fair Orvus?”[/color] Orvus gave his daughters a strange look but turned to Ohannakeloi and said, [color=black]”Yes, another project of mine. Something I learned from a very dear friend. The world needs protectors, God’s can’t be everywhere at once. Thus, Knights will be born into this world, and the Nebulites will be the first members, led by these two. The first of their kind, without even knowing it.”[/color] Orvus said. Arya turned to give Laurien a look, but her sister did not exchange it. Her focus was still on Ohannakeloi. Thus Arya looked back, her eyes welling up again at the radiance of the crab god. [color=ivory]”What ever are you talking about, father? Nebulites? First of our kin- Oh...Oh!”[/color] and the sudden realization crossed her face. [color=ivory]”You can’t be serious!”[/color] [color=black]”But of course we are, my daughter. Ohannakeloi has agreed to help me create a race of beings in our images. With them, I can fix my mistakes upon bringing Rowan, Ava and Lily here.”[/color] Orvus said proudly. Arya opened her mouth to say something, but instead nodded her head. Laurien, still looked up Ohannakeloi with awe in her eyes. [color=black]”Come! Let us touch earth and begin. I have words with Rowan and two surprises.”[/color] Orvus said. So the party did just that. Orvus, Arya and Laurien led the way and touched down upon the soil, greeted by three more figures. Rowan, held onto Ava and Lily as the two squirmed in her grasp. They watched as the floating keep landed. Ohannakeloi had set down the Ihomakwoi a fair distance away, catching up relatively quickly as divine beings were wont to do. The keep had first made an impression into the earth with the bottom dome, and as that dome near complete submersion is suddenly steadied, the earth below being turned to stone to support the god’s residence. When Ohannakeloi arrived next to Orvus, the three fell silent. Rowan looked up Ohannakeloi just as Laurien did, and with tears in her eyes. Ava and Lily, looked upon the crab with wide eyes full of excited wonder. They were giddy as any could be in the presence of such awe inspiring sight. [color=black]”Allow me to introduce my wife, Rowan and twins, Ava and Lily. Girls, this Ohannakeloi, God of Stone. He is here to help us.”[/color] Orvus said humbly. The twins began to ask a plethora of questions at the crab, ranging from; ‘Why are you so shiny’, to ‘You’re the biggest crab I’ve seen!’ Meanwhile, Rowan began to cry white tears as she looked upon the crab and then back to Orvus with a look of confusion. [color=black]”Girls, girls, remember your manners. Is that any way to treat a guest?”[/color] Ohannakeloi made a noise that could have been a laugh, [color=D8CCBA]“Its fine by far, brother.”[/color] Ohannakeloi tried to answer their questions or talk to them as fast as they could bring them up, [color=D8CCBA]“You know there are bigger crabs then I, I made them, they never stop growing as long as they live in fact.”[/color] Orvus gave a very faint smile and walked over to his wife. He took her hands, releasing the girls who ran over to Ohannakeloi and began to prod him with even more questions. Arya and Laurien were speaking to each other as they watched their smaller sisters play. Orvus then looked Rowan in the eyes and said, [color=black]”I am sorry for what I did. I should have told you, or found a way to make it work.”[/color] he said, his voice full of sadness. [color=sienna]”Orvus… There’s a lot I don’t know about this world, or even about you, but the fact of the matter is this; I was upset, I still am, but not as I was. I forgive you husband. I understand why you did it, just please, never again. You have to tell me about these sort of things. Okay?”[/color] she said softly with a weak smile. Orvus shook his head, [color=black]”You have my word, never again. Now, I have some gifts. One for you and the girls, one for all of you, and one for me. With the help of Ohannakeloi, I’m going to bring into this world a part of the old, and a part of the new.”[/color] He then turned to Ava and Lily. [color=black]”Girls! Come over here please.”[/color] With annoyed sighs they came over and stood next to Rowan. Orvus then smiled, and said, [color=black]”This gift is not so much a gift, but a birthright. One that you will not care for until you are older and capable.”[/color] Orvus then waved his hand over the trio and Rowan visibly gasped. The girls looked at their mother with concern but did not react like she did. Rowan then looked at Orvus with knowing eyes and a wide smile. Orvus then backed away from them and turned to face Ohannakeloi. [color=black]”Are you ready, brother?”[/color] he asked. Ohannakeloi snapped his left claw, [color=D8CCBA]“I am.”[/color] Orvus then walked over to Ohannakeloi and placed a hand upon his carapace. Before them, an empty sky stretching on and on with potential. Both gods rose a free limb up into the sky and willed forth into reality, a people. The sky darkened and up above, Veradax hung dimly as always. It seemed to look down at them, unyielding as ever. Slowly, ever so slowly, the air began to shimmer, with dazzling lights, Pulsing, growing, beating- living. This shimmer took form, humanoid, shapely, with the colors of the stars. These forms condensed into black, reds, purples, blues, oranges and even yellows. White starlights appeared like a splattering of paint upon a canvas. Some had many, some had few, and some had none at all. Patterns and swirls of color formed, as lustrous hair took shape in all forms, some reflecting the same colors of the body and others completely different. Finer details then emerged, as the two genders became obvious, coming in all different heights and shapes but maintaining the same lithe form in some regard. As the pulse beat even louder, they became known to the world as the rest of the shimmer took form in mundane clothing that covered sensitive parts. And then there was a loud bang, and the world returned with its light. Orvus let his hand fall from Ohannakeloi, feeling briefly drained, but he still looked upon his newest creations. There were thousands of them, and they hovered in the air, oblivious to the world as they slept. Before waking them, Orvus turned around to see the shocked faces of his family, and with a snap, he linked Rowan, Ava and Lily to the Nebulite race. Almost immediately Rowan began to float. Her eyes bugged out as she flailed. Orvus could not help but chuckle as Arya and Laurien helped her, and Ava and Lily complained. Orvus then turned to Ohannakeloi and said, [color=black]”Shall we wake them, brother?”[/color] [color=D8CCBA]“It does not do much good if we don’t.”[/color] As the two gods willed, the many thousands began to wake. Ohannakeloi spoke, echoing and emphasizing the knowledge they had implanted in their joint creations. [color=D8CCBA]“You are Nebulites! The creations of Orvus and Ohannakeloi, born from the mind of Orvus but jointly formed by our two divine selves.”[/color] Ohannakeloi continued to speak, his sense of presence and his aura helping to forestall any chaos that may occur from sudden existence. [color=D8CCBA]“You are made in the image of others and are a people on Galbar, you have within you some knowledge of yourselves, this world and the divinities. Among you are a few who shall travel with me, and the majority shall stay with Orvus and the first of your people. Those who wish to travel with me can go to my keep, Ihomakwoi, over there.”[/color] All Nebulites held eyes upon their makers, with quiet gasps of excitement and joy. Many looked touched their faces and bodies and marveled at the sensations. When Ohannakeloi willed, so too did the Nebulites go who were chosen. They flew to his keep, a perfect sizing, half and half of both sexes to go wherever Ohannakeloi went. The rest that remained looked upon them with curious eyes. Orvus then spoke, [color=black]”Know this, you that remain, this is the beginning of your lives. And I shall teach you many things. Enjoy this day, for it is yours. Tomorrow, the real work begins.”[/color] he said before turning to Ohannakeloi. [color=black]”Thank you, for helping me, Ohannakeloi. If you ever have a need, do not hesitate to ask. I shall help you if I am able.”[/color] Some of the nebulites began to land, while others still hovered above. There was a great amount of curiosity within them, as they learned about each other. [color=D8CCBA]“I did only what any of our fellows should have done in such a position. I am not above taking your offer however, if a time should come I should be glad to count upon you.”[/color] Orvus nodded in return. It was then that Arya and Laurien walked by, with tears streaming down both their faces. They bowed before Ohannakeloi. Arya then lifted her head to say, [color=ivory]”I never thought… Thank you. The both of you. We have a people now.”[/color] Laurien then lifted her head and said, [color=plum]”Thank you, this is… Beautifully wonderful.”[/color] They then slowly rose and wandered off into the crowds, to be welcomed with open arms. Rowan, Ava and Lily then arrived before the two gods. Rowan carried with her a look of awe, same as the twins. [color=sienna]”That was… Simply incredible. I-I hardly have words… It was just so… so… [i]so.[/i]"[/color] she stammered. Orvus placed his hand upon her cheek and caressed it gently. [color=black]”There’s more. I know how important our old look was, so-”[/color] and a flash of light enveloped Orvus, only to fade a moment later. Before them stood a man, bearded, slightly aged, and with a warm smile upon his lips. It was a form Rowan knew all too well. [color=black]”What do you think?”[/color] Once again, Rowan was speechless, but Ava and Lily wasted no time in tackling him. “Dad! You look like you again!” Lily exclaimed happily. “Yeah!” Ava followed, “And you have lips again!” Orvus chuckled loudly, and embraced both of them, and when he did they too changed. Their starry forms molded away to bring forth pink flesh and green eyes with chestnut hair. Lily’s face was coated with freckles, while Ava’s was not. That was their only identifying mark, for they looked the same. They both looked at each other and pointed, shouting, “You look like you again!” Orvus then turned to Rowan who had tears streaming down her cheeks, with a small smile on her lips. Orvus then hugged his wife, and so too did her form change as well. Her mahogany hair bloomed, as she pulled away to look at her husband with her amber colored eyes. She then kissed him, long and deep. When they pulled away from each other, Rowan said, [color=sienna]”I’ve been waiting to do that since I woke up.”[/color] she giggled. Orvus couldn’t help but smile and said, [color=black]”There’ll be plenty more where that came from.”[/color] he then gave her another quick peck before turning to Ohannakeloi. [color=black]”How do I look?”[/color] he asked. [color=D8CCBA]“Good I suppose, you look like Aelius, K’nell, Chopstick Eyes and all the rest that keep that strange bipedal form. I mean bipedalism is quite useful I admit but I hardly see what all this uniformity has to do with it.”[/color] Orvus chuckled, [color=black]”It will do. Now come, let us mingle with our creations.”[/color] he said, looping his arm with Rowan’s. He then took Ava’s hand and Rowan took Lily’s as they wandered off into the crowd with Ohannakeloi. [hr] [hider=Summary] Orvus is flying after failing to find Li’Kalla. He did bump into Eurysthenes and has some thoughts about him and Li’Kalla. He then has thoughts on what to do next, having just come from his fight with Rowan. He comes to terms with it and comes up with what to do to fix the problem. He then bumps into Ohannakeloi and the two hit it off. Orvus gets Ohann onboard with his crazy idea and the two head off towards the Eye. There Ohann meets Orvus’ family. Orvus then reconciles with Rowan and gifts with some something they lacked. He and Ohann then create a sentient species. We end with Orvus showing his girls their new abilities and the mingling of god and mortal. The Nebulites are here! [/hider] [hider=MP Usage] Orvus; Started with 5MP & 3FP -1MP on a fertility blessing for Ava, Lily, and Rowan. -1MP on a Human Form for Orvus. -3MP for Nebulite Species(Half, Split Cost). Ended with 0MP & 3FP [b]Ohannakeloi[/b] Start: 9 MP, 8 FP Spent 3 (Half, Split Cost) on Extraordinary Sapients, the Nebulite Species End: 6 MP, 8 FP[/hider] [hider=Prestige] Arya: The Learner, The Martial Dancer, The Compassionate, The Wanderer, The Teacher, The Sailor, Last of the Zhengwu +34 Prestige Starting +1 For Minor Role +1 For Jolly Collaboration = +36 Prestige Ending [hider=Abilities/Skills] +6 Prestige on Fighting +6 Prestige on Dancing +6 Prestige on Martial Dancing. +1FP for flight. +2FP for ‘evil eyes’ ability. Causes nightmares to those that distress Arya. [/hider] [/hider]