[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 had forgotten what his human form had looked like. It had been so long, and now the reflection looking back at him was almost unknown in that small little pond. His family seemed to be the only one that truly recognized him. His face was older, but did not depict his true age. His skin was sunkissed, a light olive color. His stature was built, and his muscles were large from years of work. His short cropped hair was black with fine silver in it, the same could be said for his short beard. Two blue eyes looked back up at him, before he cupped his hands and broke the water’s surface. He splashed himself, the water cool, then got up and turned to Ohannakeloi, before looking up. The two of them stood before a massive tree, deep within the heart of the Eye, grown upon the largest island. All around them, the world was abuzz with life, the same as it had been upon the first day he discovered it. Orvus had brought Ohannakeloi at his request when the crab had insisted upon seeing it. Orvus obliged after spending a majority of the day learning the names of Nebulites, watching them mingle, answering questions as creator gods did. They were a humble lot before the two, but Orvus could tell from their thoughts that there was more to them. Arya and Laurien were getting along them all as well, and he could tell, they were highly regarded. A few Nebulites had decided to change forms, or at least attempted too. The process was a difficult undertaking it seemed, but with his help, those that wanted human forms had them. They would have to teach themselves and practice to turn back. He was surprised to find that the Nebulites human forms were a cut above from what he remembered the dream humans being. Their features were enhanced to say the least, beautiful even. He caught Laurien staring at several as the day went on. And as the day went on, several concerns grew in his mind. They had created many Nebulites, and even though Ohannakeloi was going to take around a thousand, that still left him with his own, several thousand. How was he going to feed, cloth, and house all of them? Had he been too rash in his decision to create them? It was because of this that Orvus had agreed readily when Ohannakeloi asked of the tree. They needed another private conversation. He turned back to Ohannakeloi and cleared his throat. [color=black]”Phystene…”[/color] he cringed at the memories that name brought back, [color=black]”Our sister created this monument, as far as I can tell. As you probably noticed on our walk, the land began to grow more wildly and lush with life. It acts as a fertility aura and, though I haven’t tested it yet, I believe the sap has the same properties. It could be invaluable for starting mortal colonies, or even civilizations. To be a bit blunt, I’ll probably have some Nebulites come here when they decide to procreate.”[/color] he said, rubbing the back of his head. [color=black]”There’s some other things we should probably talk about too, before you leave.”[/color] Ohannakeloi formed a set of large containers for said sap, several vases made out of a faintly translucent quartz, and a small apparatus for channeling the sap into the containers. He talked as he worked. [color=D8CCBA]“I have meant to talk to Phystene for some time, I think we could do some great things together, perhaps if I had more time for such projects it would bear more fruit. Tell me brother, of what do you wish to speak?”[/color] Orvus nodded. [Color=black]"Let me start by saying I do not fear for our people that go with you. I know that they will be well provided for, it's simply those that remain. I have much here for them to grow and learn, but first I must teach them how to do this for themselves. I am fortunate to live in a place where warmer temperatures remain all year, but they will eventually need to build their own houses for shelter and privacy. They will have to learn to hunt or farm to eat and how to make their own clothing and items. I can only provide so much for now. For they must become independent of my help if they are to succeed in this world. So I must ask more of you, is there anything you can provide to help, in your wisdom, brother?"[/color] Orvus asked. [color=D8CCBA]“I think there is something I could create, I do need to plan it out some to make sure.”[/color] With that the crab began forming a small something out of stone, what exactly it was going to be hard to tell given how rapidly it changed shape. It was small enough to fit in one claw of his and so he picked it up and continued speaking. [color=D8CCBA]“Tell me brother, since you have clearly thought on this issue yourself, what worries do you have most for the future in this regard?”[/color] Orvus thought upon this for a moment before saying, [color=black]"Food and shelter are at the most pressing. I have enough to last for a few days and then there would be a shortage. Then they have no place for shelter, either."[/color] he then thought a moment more and said, [color=black]"I might have a solution for the food shortage, now that I think about."[/color] [color=D8CCBA]“Then I believe I may have a solution to the lack of shelter, for a long enough while to solve the deeper issues there.”[/color] The small stone portion now formed into something more recognizable, a model of sorts, generally star shaped although there was no sense of scale at such a design. At the top there were a large segment covering the entirety of the structure, it appeared to be fairly solid stone, next were three distinct levels of entrances that seemed to be for a dwelling given the general context of the conversation. Underneath was another section of the main structure that appeared to be another block of stone, they didn’t have much on the outside to signify difference, although the top block did have some openings and small structures. Below that bottom were some further pieces and bits of stone although their purpose wasn’t quite clear. [color=D8CCBA]“A very basic model all things considered although I believe it will do well enough for them to get properly in accord. Will have to be some strong stone for a decent amount of the structure but I think that will be easy enough to handle.”[/color] Ohannakeloi handed the odd stone model off to Orvus, [color=D8CCBA]“You’ll see that this will work for long enough.”[/color] Orvus took it gingerly, looking it over with a perceptive eye. He began to nod his head, [color=black]”Anything will do brother. This looks like it will do. I think we will find these Nebulite to be a very thankful people, when our gifts are given. Come, unless you wish to study the tree some more, I can hardly wait to get back with my mind at ease.”[/color] Orvus said, looking back to Ohannakeloi. [color=D8CCBA]“Well, I suppose these vases seem full enough.”[/color] Ohannakeloi lifted them away, ceasing apparatus and sealing them each with more stone. [color=D8CCBA]“It is rather awkward to carry them all, would you mind assisting me in bringing them back?”[/color] [color=black]”Of course.”[/color] Orvus said, taking two vases for himself. The two gods then made their way back to Orvus’ island. [hr] When they arrived, the Nebulites were still mingling with one another. Rowan was conversing with a group of females, Arya was showing Wreanun and her armor off to a group of Nebulites, Laurien had a group of men following her around as she walked around and the twins were busy being coddled by another group of women. All in all, things were looking good. Orvus set his vases down beside Ohannakeloi and then shouted in a very loud voice, [color=black]”Nebulites! Hear me!”[/color] and there was a sudden silence of anticipation as all eyes fell upon the duo of gods. Like before, the minute they saw Ohannakeloi, tears began to flow at his awe. [color=black]”Listen well my children. Long did Ohannakeloi and I talk, and talk about many things we did. And with that talk, we have decided upon many things for the future. Thusly, I will bestow upon you all, three gifts.”[/color] Orvus then clapped his hands, and a force of reverberation flung out to hit all Nebulites with new understanding. [color=black]”I have passed onto you, two things. Firstly, the knowledge of farming that I have cultivated here. With this, you will know how to produce your own food and gardens. Secondly, I have taught you the basics of wood crafting. With this, you have a foundation of something more. Use this knowledge to better yourself, and understanding of this world. And finally, a blessing.”[/color] Orvus said, clapping again, [color=black]”There are many of you here, and what food we have will not last long with so many mouths to feed. Thus, I have blessed you with the ability to go for long periods without food, a fasting of sorts. As a tradeback to this, during periods of fasting, your libido’s will lower significantly until your hunger is satiated. This is all that I have for you now.”[/color] Orvus finished. Amidst the crowd, there were looks of confusion, but for the most part, the people seemed content. [color=D8CCBA]“I have one gift for the entirety of the Nebulite race and one for those of you who have decided to remain behind, so that even in my absence you will be assisted.”[/color] Ohannakeloi spoke out to the grand crowd, with a wave, vase and claw, new knowledge came into their minds. [color=D8CCBA]“That which is needed to work and construct of stone is now known to you, it may not be easy, but it is effective and well worth it in quality.”[/color] Ohannakeloi spoke quieter to Orvus, [color=D8CCBA]“You should keep all those that remain a great distance away from the take off site of Ihomakwoi, need the room to properly house them all. Come we’ll put the vases away and then I should be off, I have several more continents to see still.”[/color] Orvus nodded. [color=black]”Now is the time that Ohannakeloi and his number shall depart from this land. You know you are, say your goodbyes now, for you may never again see one another. When that is done, all those that shall remain, move away from the Ihomakwoi and get to the tree line. You will have your answer as to why, when the great Oahannakeloi sets off.”[/color] Orvus commanded, and so it was. Those that remained said goodbye to those that would stay behind. There were many heartfelt goodbyes, which surprised Orvus, since they hardly knew each other. But perhaps they shared a bond that went deeper then what the eye could see. When they arrived before the Ihomakwoi, Orvus handed off his vases to two Nebulites who waited behind Ohannakeloi. [color=black]”This is it then, my brother. May your travels be fruitful, and may our people prosper under your watch. Thank you, again, for everything and do not forget the favor that I owe you in return.”[/color] Orvus said, giving a slight, but awkward bow. [color=D8CCBA]“It shall not be forgotten, I shall look forward to our next meeting, whenever that may come to be.”[/color] Ohannakeloi raised his claws in respect before turning to head to the Ihomakwoi with Nebulite companions. There could not have been more than a thousand going with him, leaving the great crowd of Nebulites and crossing over the distance to the stone keep that had planted itself into the ground a great ways away. The two Nebulites carrying the stone vases had to hand off the weighty containers after a good while of travel, Ohannakeloi hadn’t exactly set down his keep closeby. Upon arriving it was easy enough to show the masses the kitchens, the quarters, and the storage for those vases. The Buajaoi raised the keep Ihomakwoi up from the stone basin that had been formed below it, growing to a height several times that of the keep itself into the sky before stopping. The basin filled in with stone, and soon it spread across the ground, what was soil began hard, strong stone. Before long a massive star had formed, each point several times the original diameter of the basin away from that originating point. Almost as soon as the stone had formed that star and stopped the transformation of the soil to stone, it began to rise building upon itself skyward. The model had almost been exactly accurate, near the points of the star’s arms the structure opened on three levels, the sides of the star had formed some ramps that would allow whatever the Nebulites could not fly to be brought onto the upper levels. Although the first entrance was on the ground level the next was more than twice the height of a Nebulite above the ground level. Although not immediately apparent there existed the underground level to this whole structure, rooms filled space for storage and ramps to the center of the structure beneath the surface to accommodate transport of materials. Each arm of the star was filled, three levels of rooms for habitation, an underground section for storage and a final layer on top filled with tanks for the collection of rainwater and the sluices for its uses and ventilation shafts so that the hot climate was not too unbearable. The ventilation shafts for each of the three levels came down to a chamber with a fire pit directly opposite of the long main hall down from each point of the star. The sluices would open up paths for the water to other secondary storage tanks that directly connected to washing areas. These areas themselves connected to disposal shoots that reached far down beyond the storage levels into the deep earth, on the model they went nowhere but here they reached into a deep space for the disposal of waste. At the center the five arms came together, the main halls reached their fire pits and beyond the pits was a central chamber that connected all the arms and levels. This was the only area the stone above was of a nearly transparent gemstone, the walls were imparted with more gems that reflected the light much better than other stones. Overall this meant despite being a most central chamber of the structure it would always have good lighting. Additionally the ramps to the storage sections came up here in the central chamber. Although most of this was hidden from the Nebulites, and indeed it would not become apparent until it rained the purposes of the sluices in exact function, Orvus was well informed on the capabilities through the original model. One thing was not on the model was very apparent however. The outside was not bleak as the model had been, instead it was formed with an outer layer of marble, inlaid with other gems and stones to create designs although the color remained mostly that of the marble, an off white. The designs were many and intricate, to scale Ihokhetlani, Servants, Nebulites, Ahomauoi, Iuoloai, animals big and small. A voice came to Orvus, [color=D8CCBA]“It is a shame that the water tanks will not fill till you get a good rain, but I do not think you shall have to wait long, farewell good Orvus.”[/color] The flying keep Ihomakwoi finally began to depart from its position above, the shelter was evidently completed. Orvus looked upon the new keep with awe, before looking upon the floating keep with a look of thanks in his eyes. The massive structure before them would do well for his people, and for those who did not want to live within it, housed would be built around it, forming a community. He then spoke aloud for all to hear, [color=black]”Ohannakeloi gives you a final gift, shelter. It shall be named, the Marble Star, home to all Nebulites.”[/color] As murmurs and talk began to rise within the ranks of the Nebulites, Arya arrived next to Orvus. Her armor was gone, replaced by a simple white dress, and so too was Wreanon. [color=ivory]”That was… Impressive, father. Ohannakeloi, he’s a kind one.”[/color] she said mesmerized. Orvus looked upon her and said, [color=black]”Indeed, Arya. Now come, let us talk you and I. There are some things I think you could teach your people about.”[/color] he said with a soft smile. [hr] [hider=Summary] Orvus and Ohannakeloi get some sap from the Branch of the World Tree, four large vases that are then sealed. Orvus reveals his fears about how the Nebulites are gonna be, food and shelter wise. Ohannakeloi thinks a bit then hands him a model of a shelter while Orvus has idea about the food situation. They get back to the crowd, Orvus teaches everyone farming, wood crafting and blesses to not die from not eating but at the cost of Libido. Ohannakeloi teaches everyone the dos and don’ts of stonemasonry before leaving to his keep after goodbyes. The keep flies up a bit, hangs in the air and Ohannakeloi creates a massive stone star to house all the remaining Nebulites. It is pretty and has some nice design and storage space, plus indoor plumbing and some ventilation. (Invest in Crab Construction now!) Ohannakeloi then talks some to Orvus before using God Telepathy before flying off in his keep. Orvus then names the star shaped structure the Marble Star(™ pending). Orvus and Arya then go to teach/learn stuff with/for the Nebulites. [/hider] [hider=MP Usage] Orvus; Started with 0MP & 3FP -1FP to teach basic farming to the Nebulites -1FP to teach basic wood crafting to the Nebulites -1FP on blessing the Nebulites with being able to go without eating for long periods of time, at the cost of their libido’s lowering to nonexistant levels. Stay hungry kids. Ended with 0MP & 0FP [b]Ohannakeloi[/b] Start: 6 MP, 8 FP Spent: [s]1[/s] 0 FP to Teach Stone Masonry (Discounted by Stone) 1 FP to build Large Citadel/Small Town stone star complex (Enhanced by Stone) End: 6 MP, 7 FP[/hider] [hider=Prestige] Arya: The Learner, The Martial Dancer, The Compassionate, The Wanderer, The Teacher, The Sailor, Last of the Zhengwu +36 Prestige Starting +1 For Minor Role +1 For Jolly Collaboration = +38 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]