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Avalia

Time: 10am
Location: Jungle
Interactions:@Tae Raven @baraquiel Ismael @Kazemitsu Kharne @Potter Saoirse
Equipment:Outfit visible from Disguise Ring,Armor(Not visible); Chest plate is enchanted with Armor of Absorption, Map of Avalia, Water Flask, A bag of elf and demi-human ears and tails, Ama pouch with 2000 amas on hand, Three large red potions, Wayfinder, Hygiene supplies, Rose-scented Perfume, Location Sender, Shower Tube, Transmission Bracelet, Bedroll, Water Purifier,Axes with returning enchantment,Her backpack

Annya cried out as the troll smacked his claws into her body over and over. With each hit, there was the sound of metal being clanked. Underneath her disguise was indeed her armor, luckily, protecting her from having any serious injury from the blows. She was sure she was going to have some ugly bruises soon enough, but it did not feel as if anything had broken. She gritted her teeth, feeling some of the skin on her cheek shred as his claw nicked it. She winced and raised her arm to shield her face, squinting her eyes she waited for her opening as the troll was moving too fast for her to recuperate.

Once the troll had exhausted some energy, she used the force of the last hit against her body to throw her body backward, giving her some distance between the troll and herself. She swung her axes backward with a grin, ”Is that all you got, UGLY!?” Her eyes lit up along with her axes with light magic as she twisted her body and charged forward. She swung herself in the circle, slashing both axes toward the troll. Annya kept up the momentum, focusing on her footwork intently as she swung it back around and began hammering both axes into his torso with increasing speed. Annya could taste blood in her mouth and it only sent adrenaline through her veins, her heart pumping as she threw her all into beating into the troll.

Time: 10am
Location: Port Vanarosa; The Ship
Interaction: @Potter Tigerlily
Equipment:Black coat with fur trim on the hood, dark-colored, plain male clothing, sword with unbreaking and return enchantments, strength enchanted gloves, 2 medium red potions, hygiene products, timeteller, wayfinder, a flask, standard backpack, accordion, transmission bracelet and an ama pouch with 1740 amas.

Helio’s eyes raised as she confirmed his suspicion. He found himself a bit alarmed at her sudden change in tone and wondered why she had been so off-put by the term. The devil on his shoulder suggested he should call her sea succubus again three more times to test what she’d do, but the sensical side of his brain warned him that pissing off a siren with any number of bizarre abilities was a bad idea. She was unpredictable.

His attention was brought back to her voice as she announced that she had been eavesdropping. His face contorted in slight irritation for a mere second, before he realized he would have done the same thing. What was more interesting was that he was certain she recognized him. ” I’m surprised you haven’t heard of my reputation these last few years.” Helio stated neutrally, uncrossing his legs and lowering back to the ground. He was thoughtful, considering his options and the risks of opening up about sharing his past with Tigerlily. Ultimately, Helio decided to answer her. He figured if she knew who he was then she would know these next details he would share with her, ” According to all of Avalia, I was driven insane by the twin-headed morons. After that, I went on a mass-murdering spree for a few years. However! I remember none of it… Now how does someone forgot going insane and mass-murdering for years? Who knows? But of course, remaining with my Kingdom is impossible as they’ll never trust me with a reputation like that.” He wasn't sure how Tigerlily was going to react, but he would accept whatever outcome.

Helio sighed as he heard her stomach growled and turned to face her with a soft smile, ”To be quite honest, I feel as if those jealous of my ridiculously good looks simply started rumors. Dreadful of them, but I am multi-talented and will easily find my place in the world elsewhere. So no need to worry or cry yourself to sleep tonight. More importantly, your fishy belly hungers and you should go fill it with sustenance.”

Avalia

Time: 10am
Location:Jungle
Interactions: Jomari @baraquiel, Caelan @Alivefalling, Rosaria @Potter, Nuallán @13org Aurora @chrysocoma
Equipment:Clothing,Backpack, Sketchbook with drawings, various drawing supplies, iPhone, a PBJ sandwich, charging cable, strawberry pocky, earphones, and a pouch with two rations of food, water flask, a bar of soap and a few other portable hygienic products.

Sophie had trailed behind as they entered the jungle, her eyes widening in awe. "Ooooh..." She glanced around, mesmerized by all the sights and sounds. The humidity had hit them as if there had been a wall of it as soon as they had entered the jungle and the sounds of birds made her feel like she had entered the Amazon. She followed them forward for a short while before bending down to look at some multi-colored flowers on the ground. The petals seemed to go from a purple to yellow ombre. Glancing over her shoulder, it seemed like the others were going at a pace she would not have issue catching up to. She bent down, sliding her bag down off her back and down her arm to take out her phone.

Once she had dug it out of her bag and had it in hand, she snapped a photo of the flowers. She smiled to herself, admiring it. Then something swung into her vision. She tilted her head as she watched the little white bear chained to her bag swing back and forth. That was when she saw her: a small pixie girl that was the culprit. There was a little leaf dress on her and strange little shoes that Sophie thought were also made of leaves. Her hair was short and curly. The little red-haired pixie pushed at the bear with curiosity. Oh my gosh. It's really a little fairy.She thought to herself with excitement as she watched the wings flutter.

"I have never seen a bear my size. Why have you killed it?"

Sophie did a double-take, blinking as the small voice reached her ears. It took her a moment to reply before she shook her head, "Oh no. It is not a real bear. Somebody... crafted this." Gently, she held out her hand toward the pixie, "What's your name? I am Sophie."

The pixie glared at her hand and folded her arms. "Why craft a fake bear, Sophie!"She tried to yell, but it came out quite soft in reality to Sophie's ears.

"I am sorry, I didn't mean for it to upset you... but maybe I can give you something to make up for it."
Sophie said thoughtfully and pondered for only a moment before rummaging again through her bag. Finally, she took out her box of pocky and took out one. She broke off a piece of it and gently offered it toward the pixie.

The pixie pouted and glared at the strange pink substance being offered toward her. "You are trying to poison me to put me on the chain with the bear."She accused. She stuck her tongue out and looked away stubbornly.

Sophie giggled. She's like a little Tinkerbell. She wondered why this small woman was all alone. In fact, for all the noises she had heard, she hadn't really seen too many creatures upon entering the jungle at all and Sophie had been on a diligent lookout from the moment she had entered. "Look." Sophie bit a piece herself and the pixie's irises reluctantly swayed in her direction, her arms still folded.

"Hm well fine! It does smell nice." The pixie grabbed the piece once Sophie once again outstretched it and bit into it aggressively.
Her expression lit up as she had dined on the finest meal she had ever had. Hastily, she began eating more as she had a vengeance against it. "I demand more!"

Time: 10am
Location: Port Vanarosa; The Ship
Interaction: @Potter Tigerlily
Equipment:Black coat with fur trim on the hood, dark-colored, plain male clothing, sword with unbreaking and return enchantments, strength enchanted gloves, 2 medium red potions, hygiene products, timeteller, wayfinder, a flask, standard backpack, accordion, transmission bracelet and an ama pouch with 1740 amas.

"Guess what you are?"Helio repeated playfully, raising a brow. She had been giving him flirty grin as she spoke that he was all too familiar with. He knew girls were usually quick to admire him, however, this woman was mysterious and secretive. She obviously wasn't willing to give him a lot of information. Additionally, he did not get the impression she was some girl who just flirted with any pretty boy she met. He had to wonder if she had an ulterior motive here. He did not ponder things too long and immediately snapped his fingers. He had a gut feeling just of what she was. "My guess is merfolk. You are a siren who likes to play with the hearts of silly men of the land like me." He watched her expression to get a read if he was right, pointing accusingly, "I won't fall for it you sea-succubus! I have fallen for the charms of Port Vanarosa women enough."

Avalia

Time: 10am
Location: Port Vanarosa; The Ship
Interaction: @Potter Tigerlily
Equipment:Black coat with fur trim on the hood, dark-colored, plain male clothing, sword with unbreaking and return enchantments, strength enchanted gloves, 2 medium red potions, hygiene products, timeteller, wayfinder, a flask, standard backpack, accordion, transmission bracelet and an ama pouch with 1740 amas.

Helio watched the blue-haired maiden ascend to the deck, his smile picking it up as quickly as it had fallen, "Just as magnificent as I told you I was!"He proclaimed with a cheeky grin. "I have been up here contemplating whether or not I want to tame a dolphin someday and name him Blubber Dog or Captain Reggie." He moved off the railing and toward her, the wood creaking with each step. His gaze searched hers as he came to stand before her, noting the emotion in her eyes. Something was eating her just as it ate him. Though his sadness and worry still lingered, he did not want it visible nor noted by the girl. It was only fair he repaid the favor and didn't question her either. "Tigerlily right? Hmm... I like Lily." He was thoughtful for a moment. This girl had given him quite the initial impression. Besides being bizarrely beautiful, he couldn't quite place why she felt familiar yet unfamiliar both at the same time if there ever was such a feeling.

"So what actually brings a pretty flower like you to a shit island like this? You're not a fairy nor an elf," Helio eyed her up and down before locking on her arm. Despite her skin looking smooth and pretty, some areas seemed to have a scaly quality to it that glittered in the sunlight. "...How enchanting." He shrugged his coat and bag off onto the ground casually as the heat of the sun beat down on them. A plain short-sleeved shirt was revealed underneath. His wings unfolded from his back and began to flutter as he levitated off the ground and crossed his legs pretzel style as if he was sitting in the air, "Tell me more."

Avalia

Hey I'm interested in this RP and I have a few ideas for characters. I want to know what is slots are still open?

@dragonpiece

Hey Dragonpiece, you can also click the character tab and click the characters hider. There you can see how many of each species we have.

Avalia

Time: 10am
Location: Jungle
Interactions:@Tae Raven @baraquiel Ismael @Kazemitsu Kharne @Potter Saoirse
Equipment:Outfit visible from Disguise Ring,Armor(Not visible); Chest plate is enchanted with Armor of Absorption, Map of Avalia, Water Flask, A bag of elf and demi-human ears and tails, Ama pouch with 2000 amas on hand, Three large red potions, Wayfinder, Hygiene supplies, Rose-scented Perfume, Location Sender, Shower Tube, Transmission Bracelet, Bedroll, Water Purifier,Axes with returning enchantment,Her backpack

“I’d like you in the front, mister Kharne. Keep vigilant, please.” Annya had told the dragonborn in response to his question, straightening from her bent-over position. Her gaze flickered to the red-haired girl, who introduced herself as Shae. Annya gave her an encouraging smile as she introduced herself. The girl did not seem too sure of herself, her gaze lowered to the floor as she spoke. However, she had a fantastic list of skills that kept Annya’s opinion of the girl in high favor. With so little life experience, she certainly hadn’t wasted a lick of it, well trained in combat and in weapons. She was sure she could not fall in step with her or Kharne, but she had a good foundation that would speed up the process of learning.

”Pleasant to meet you, Shae. Your abilities have been within your grasp the second you reached Avalia. I’d like to teach you how to use them as soon as possible, but perhaps not in the thick jungle. Don’t want you lighting the trees on fire or hitting the others with lightning bolts.” Annya explained to her with a laugh. She noticed Shae had glanced at Raven often. After digging in her brain for a moment, she recalled that they had come through together. The two were already acquainted. She wondered if that would hinder things or make them easier. Annya scoped their surroundings, then continued walking. She replied to Raven, ”Ah. The city of Chicago. I’d like to go someday. Sounds fun there.” Raven’s words got more confusing as she spoke. She had no idea what a video game was either, but Annya decided to let it go as the jungle had gotten quieter than she liked. It was time for her to be more vigilant and ignore Raven’s bizarre statements.

Annya’s eyes widened as Ismael questioned if there were any predators they’d have to worry about. She had been hoping perhaps they wouldn’t think of that, in the lovely situation they did not encounter anything and she could keep the humans calm. There was no honor in lying, so she decided to just tell them. ”Well Ismael. There are various creatures that can be potentially dangerous. If we run into one, I’ll let you know if we can handle it or if I think we should run for it. Trust Kharne and I’s judgment and remember to stay behind us so we can protect you.” She said then addressed Raven, “I don’t want you to have to fight yet, Raven. Focus on staying safe.”

As if the Gods were taunting them, the branches began to crack. Annya paused and straightened out an arm to signal the others to pause with her. Slowly, she pulled her axes out from her back and gripped them firmly, her eyes darting as they scanned their surroundings. The axes were already starting to glow with light as she imbued them. It was difficult to perceive where the sounds were coming from, meaning whatever was coming had friends. She shut her eyes for a split second to hone in on the sound then whirled to face behind them, trusting Kharne to manage the front.

She let out a sigh of relief as her eyes took in the mossy-green troll that had approached. Though, she knew that the humans probably had a completely different reaction. She had no idea if there were foes such as these on Earth. Compared to what they could have run into, this was a walk in the park. Annya had killed many trolls in the past. She knew to be wary of their claws, their regeneration, and their strength. Annya’s eyes narrowed as the troll ran for Raven and picked her up, preparing to eat her.

Raven stared into the face of the upside-down troll, trying to process what the hell was going on. Slowly the panic began to rise in her as she let out a blood-curdling scream. Suddenly a shockwave of wind burst from her, surprising the troll and throwing him slightly off balance.

Annya stumbled back but quickly regained her footing. She wasted no time and quickly hurled one of her axes forward towards the troll’s leg. She thrust herself forward and glared back at Shae and Ismael for a moment to warn them, ” Stay back! Hide!”

The troll cried out as the axe tore deep into his calf. Blood pouring down his leg, he roared and tossed Raven toward Annya’s. His eyes alit with fury, he dashed towards Annya.

Annya had moved to catch Raven despite knowing her weight would throw her back. She slammed back into the ground and bit back a groan. Pushing her to the side, she scrambled back up to her feet, ” Join the others.”She ordered then called out, ”Return!”

Her ax tore itself from the troll’s leg, leaving a seared wound, making him stumble in surprise. It flew through the air back into her grasp and she readied herself for his next move.

Avalia

Time: 10am
Location: Lower-class district of Roshmi, in the plaza right near the Nest
Interactions:@Tae Mikazuki @hide on mana Kuroi @FunnyGuy Slick @Gingerboi123 Sivaros @nasty Nabarra @Helo Orias
Equipment: Dress and thigh-high socks(Slits on the inner sides of the sleeves), Black boots, Pouch with amas, Lipstick

The lioness stood on the rooftop of the Nest, peering down at her prey. The sun shone down and illuminated the purple lining of her dress as she moved forward to the corner of the roof. She bent her head down to look directly down as a mix of races emerged from the tavern. She had come to the lower-class region of Roshmi on a mission as the unfortunate were much better suited for her plan. However, she hadn't expected to see the Princess of all people, associating herself with the commonfolk during a time like this. The Yoshikawa family was just full of surprises.

With a sharp tooth grin, her eyes locked on Princess Mikazuki. Oh but you really aren't a surprise at all. Running away from your problems just like your father, aren't you, princess?Her slit pupils slid over the group of men she was traveling with and Yuka audibly giggled. The masked hooligans were a fun touch too. Too bad you're not wearing one of my designs. Maybe you'd have an easier time with those cute boys you got there.

She straightened and glanced towards the plaza, which was simply where the road opened up into a circle with a well in the middle. There were all sorts of demihumans of all ages moving all around from one destination to the other. Perfectly populated and not a guard in sight. King Kasai had most definitely repositioned them or called them in to hear the news.

It was time to stir the pot.

Yuka glanced around until she spotted a male sitting on the roof of a shop. There was a wagon of hay positioned underneath it. Gracefully, she ran from one roof over to the next until she stood behind him. Luckily, he hadn't seemed to notice. Then she kicked him ever so slightly in the back, causing him to fall forward. The male demihuman screamed in shock and terror before he faceplanted into the hay.

Many were startled as they looked in the direction of the scream, expecting something horrible to be happening. All they found was a pretty demihuman blonde looking down at them. She smiled at her audience as the man that had fallen into the hay groaned. "... Our lovely King Kasai made a very important decision this morning. I'm sure you all know as he is so meticulous at making sure all of Roshmi is kept in the loop." When she was met with confused stares, she didn't hesitate to continue, her voice sly and filled with honey, "Ooh so you mean you don't know!" The crowd started to congregate closer to listen to what she had to say.

"Well... I'm sure there just must be a good explanation for that." She locked eyes with Princess Mikazuki once again. "The King sent in a message to Malthemoor. Looks like we're siding up with the dark elves for this upcoming war. Certainly, your sons are all prepared right?"

Immediately the crowd started to murmur and grow slowly in volume. Yuka didn't have to wait long for what she wanted to hear. "But his son! The prince! He was murdered last night."

Yuka frowned and clasped her hands together, "That's riiight... Well, I'm sure he just doesn't want to lose anyone else to the dark elves. That must be it, right? I'm sure this is about protecting his family and people-"

"NO! This is about saving his own skin!"The same female who had shouted before piped up again. A chorus of others agreeing passionately joined.

Yuka's lip corners slightly upturned and her eyes flashed, "He does have a track record of that doesn't he?" She slid down to sit on the roof and lean her head in her hands, "Do you think he's doing the wrong thing?"

The voices were becoming an uproar of outrage quite quickly. Words like 'overthrow' or ideas of 'fighting back' were quickly being thrown around. Yuka felt a rush of euphoria at the chaos before her and it took willpower not to laugh in delight. She shook her head, her smooth voice cutting like butter through the uproar, "I wouldn't do that if I were you."

Once she felt she had gotten some attention back, she added, her voice blunt and a smile still across her face,"You'll surely all die."

Yuka jumped to her feet, "Oh! But then what must we do?"She exclaimed with a theatric pout. She paused for dramatic effect before telling them."We must wait. Spread the word as far as you can, and use those beautiful brains of yours to work together when the time is right. You'll be useless with a group small as this against an army. Keep the wheels turning in there for now and simply spread the word of the King's callousness. A new dawn awaits Roshmi. The Yoshikawa rule must end."

Her words seemed to sink into the crowd, but their anger was not quite quenched. Some continued to talk and plan amongst themselves while others stalked off to spread the news to others.

Nothing like the passion of those with nothing to lose.

Avalia

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Well, part of the reason for going this route was the similarity to Excalibur (though obviously not that)... in being that maybe the sword is something of legend or myth. How the elf disappears, as far as I'm concerned my character has no idea where she went to. That can be left at that or something that can be introduced later in the story, I think. What are your thoughts?

@Lyla

I think that sounds fine. If there is anything a little too off when you make your CS, we'll let you know. I PMed you a discord link if you want to have access to some resources and to chat with the other RPers

Avalia

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Nice to meet you Princess! I'm doing pretty well - been a while since I've been on the forums. ^_^ I don't mind compromising at all! Of course it's your guy's world and story I'm entering into, so I came with the expectation of working it out together, with the assumption the idea might be fitting!

My communication can be sometimes choppy - not on purpose mind you - but sometimes I don't always have the words to properly relay my thoughts. With the rift, you and I are on the same exact page... I had meant that as she dived into the lake, she was caught by the rift from this particular elf who then gives her the sword and then mysteriously vanishes (I'm a sucker for mysterious beginnings). When she comes back out of the lake, she is in Avalia.

To clear up, "the weapon acts as a catalyst for a magic befitting the blade", I had only meant that.. in truth.. I wasn't sure what magic would be most suited for her. I imagine her using the blade itself to channel the magic (for example, if it was lightning, she could imbue the sword with lightning or point it and shoot a bolt). This is probably where I need some help. I tend to like water a lot, but I'm a fan of fire and air too. ^_^

@Lyla

Yes you can totally do that with the weapon. All that is fine. Just how would the elf who summoned her disappear? Monster? Drowning? A part of the story you know but we don't? It can be left unknown to your character of course.

Avalia

Hello! How is everyone? Hope everything is going great. ^_^ This role-play caught my eye and was curious if my character concept / inspiration would fit here - now feel free to say, "I'm sorry, but she really doesn't fit in this world". Believe me, I know it can be hard to have a concept and try and squeeze her in somewhere, so I won't be offended. The idea though is from the basis of the King Arthurian legend in that a girl stumbles upon an ancient blade that instead of getting the -kinesis powers humans usually get (I made sure to read before posting this!), the weapon acts as a catalyst for a magic befitting the blade. One of the images I had was something akin to her seeing a woman falling in a lake and diving after her only to realize it was an elven figure who, while floating, hands her the sword and she finds herself in Avalia. That's my idea so far anyways! I hope to hear from you soon, either way! I'm also on discord. ^_^

@Lyla

Hi there Lyla! Nice to meet you. I am well how are you?

I am glad you like our roleplay and we'd love for you to join, however, the idea seems a bit far from the plot and honestly confused me a little bit. Can we do instead that the girl stumbles upon a blade and gets taken through a rift like the other humans? She can even bring the blade if you want.

I am not sure what you mean by "the weapon acts as a catalyst for a magic befitting the blade" but you can have her imbue the weapon with the kinesis magic you choose with no issue. You can choose from earth, wind, fire, lightning, or water magic. As for the lake thing, she can be brought into an avalian lake where an elf is there to perhaps hand her the sword instead?

I like the way you think, but of course to be fair to the way the story is and the other human characters, you might have to level with us a little here and try to find a middle ground.

Avalia

Time: 10am
Location: Port Vanarosa; The Ship
Interaction:@HeloNym @Alivefalling Barboda @Benzaiten Éliane @Tae Lizzie @Potter Tigerlily
Equipment:Black coat with fur trim on the hood, dark-colored, plain male clothing, sword with unbreaking and return enchantments, strength enchanted gloves, 2 medium red potions, hygiene products, timeteller, wayfinder, a flask, standard backpack, accordion, transmission bracelet and an ama pouch with 1740 amas.

Helio whirled his head to look at the blue-haired woman approaching him. ”Oh.. Tigerlily right? I was just warming up. But I’ll let you teach me anything,darling. What say I is yes.” He returned the wink with a cheeky grin in her direction.Still got it!

He glanced behind him a moment as his thoughts caught up to the silent moment of boarding the ship. Hesitating only for a moment, he then sighed and jogged up to the ship. It struck him as peculiar quite quickly when the smell of food reached his nostrils. It smelled almost as good as the feasts he used to have with his family. But why would something be like that on a ship?

Helio followed the scent over to the stairs and crouched down, trying to get a peek as Lizzie’s voice addressed everyone. She was laying down the rules, which didn’t seem too bad so far: just fairness and equal share of things. He had always imagined pirates to be a bit more savage with each other. When Lizzie looked at them to analyze their reactions, he gave her two encouraging thumbs up, mouthing, ” You’re doing great, love!”

Unfortunately for them, marooning a man with wings was pointless. Helio had his wings folded under his loose coat, which had slits to put them through if need be. Though he was sure she’d be creative if given the opportunity, he still smirked to himself. Helio rose to his feet as she questioned them, nonchalantly replying, ” Crystal clear. I have not sailed a ship prior, but I’m a fast learner. I’ll figure it out.” His brows soon raised as Nym announced he had forty years of experience. That was a long time to be sailing. He hadn’t been kidding about being a bastard of the sea.

Barboda led the way to the feast Helio had been sniffing out. It looked as good as it smelled and he gave Barboda a thankful grin. He heard something about a man being in the bottom of the ship, but it didn’t seem to alert Helio much.

Helio took a chicken wing in hand hungrily, only to feel his wrist start to vibrate. Glancing down at it, his eyes fixated on the glowing gem. He supposed it was probably Bastian, who checked in on him now and then. Turning on his heels, he ascended back up to the top deck and moved to the side of the ship to lean on it, dropping his accordion on the floor. He held down on the gem to answer as a hologram appeared.

He had been casually biting into the chicken leg with his other hand as he answered, only to see his mother’s face appear. He swallowed quickly, his laid-back position changing immediately. She was just as he saw her last: beautiful red, long hair, and sad eyes filled with tears. The sight made him sober up fast. ”You okay, momma?” He asked softly. He hoped she wasn’t calling him where others could see, however, he assumed she and his father had relocated amidst the assassinations.

”Helio... I just needed to know you’re alright. I know you asked me not to call you. ” She said with a sigh of relief. ” I’m okay as I can be, sweetheart. Your father and I are safe.”

” I’m glad. You two need to stay out of sight. Maybe even out of this war if possible. River Kingdom’s been through enough the last few years. ”

I put them through enough.

She shook her head, ” You know we simply cannot stay out of this. Everyone is enraged for what they have done to you and Echo. Your father especially. Roshmi is to side with them so this is going to be a nationwide war that no one will be able to turn a blind eye to. Those dark elves plan to take everything from all of us-”

Helio knew she was right. Killing a prince essentially forces the other party to have to react. It had been the goal of the dark elves to declare war on all of them afterall. Then he did a double-take as she spoke of Roshmi. He had been speaking softly to keep the conversation private between him and his mother as the others were downstairs, but he couldn’t help but yell at the news being given to him. ” Roshmi! They are siding with the dark elves?!”

”You know how King Kasai can be-...”

” Oh of course I know he’s a total piece of sh-... but I didn’t think after his own son even…” Helio felt hot anger fill him and he gritted his teeth. “There’s no way the people of Roshmi will accept that.”

”I don’t know what they will do. Their army is going to be loyal to their king…” Elyna then sadly stared at him before speaking again with a voice full of heartbreak, ”Helio… Won’t you come home?”

Helio’s heart sank. He hated refusing her every time she asked. It felt absolutely awful to do this to her, especially after she had lost her own son. He knew the fairies were already frightened enough, and if he came back, they’d fear his wrath as well. It wasn’t long ago that he had been the play-thing of the Two-Headed Dragon. Now that they were declaring war, they’d probably think he’d been sent back to kill and torture again.

”I’m sorry. I just can’t...” Helio raised his gaze and put on a big smile for her, ” But I will be okay. You know I will. Just make sure you and dad stay somewhere secure while all this is going on.”

The disappointment in her eyes was evident, but she too put on a warm smile, ” Alright. I love you, my son. Wherever you are, please stay safe.”

Helio watched the hologram dissolve and returned his gaze forward, his smile fading. He finished up the one chicken leg and tossed the bone in the ocean, deciding to just stay on the deck for now as his hunger had dissipated.