folklorist | ϡ - Chapter Forty-One; a new beginning [forward dated to the afternoon]

[ Anyone nearby the bridge by House 47 and House 35 will see the droids unceremoniously drop a rather disgruntled and startled blonde man into the river. Helios wasn’t awake fully at the time, but he sure is now! He is just going to sputter and flail a bit in the water before making his way towards dryer land. Helios is totally not amused by this guys, especially since it's kinda cold out. The water is also an odd shade of purple…and that grass is blue. He is just…really confused, because nothing is the right color and he’s slightly panicking from this revelation. It must be a side-effect…it has to be. And once he finally runs into people, he'll notice a strange and alarming aura around each individual person. It's a side-effect from John's tampering with his death penalty.

He’ll groggily get up and wring out his long sleeve shirt and jacket, huffing and mumbling under his breath. Not the graceful or nicest of re-entries to the enclosure. You can find Helios walking through the village, soaking wet and a bit miffed, back to his house. And once he gets there he’ll get settled, changed, and make a voice entry.]

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I’m, ah, b-back. Thank you f-for whoever took care of the Library in my absence. Everything is well, aside from seeing things in c-color again. Surprisingly…strange and saying that is rather odd too. [ A laugh on his end. There’s a rattling noise from somewhere off in the distance. Luminair’s chirps get excited and happy as Helios gives a surprised gasp. ] Oh! Gods , is it really that time already? I-I didn’t even realize…though the time it takes is far less than your own.

[ Helios clears his throat, his tone slightly more jovial and happy than before. ] It’s a pleasure to meet all the new arrivals we’ve gotten these past few weeks. I hope everyone hasn’t had too much t-trouble settling in. The library is free to use for anyone who wants, and we also have a bookclub that meets once a month. Also if anyone has any questions about the spirits of this place, or m-magic in general, I ah wouldn’t mind assisting you in learning. There’s also a m-magic club that meets every once in awhile too! [ Some more rattling as Luminair chirps more emphatically. ]

Oh, dear, I-I wonder if it’ll last until tomorrow… [ A tapping noise as he taps a pencil on the table. ]

Ah. I-I was wondering…how many people would be interested in seeing a newborn dragon hatch? I-I think this calls for a little celebration, don’t you think Luminair? [ A happy chirp in reply is heard from somewhere off in the room. ]

If anyone wants to stop by tomorrow to see the hatching…I wouldn’t mind having a small little get together! I could make some food and-and a cake too. Anyone is welcome to come by house forty-four. We could all benefit from a little celebration once in awhile, hm?

((ooc; For Helios' return effect he is seeing people's auras, along with seeing the world in weird colors and shades. The auras that Helios are seeing, are just different facets to a person's personality. If you don't want him to see someone's aura just let me know and we can work around that! ))

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As long nothing pops up, I'll be there for the hatching.

[And then he got mission'd whoops.</small.]

Wonderful! Feel free to bring any of your friends along too. There's more than enough room for everyone at the house.

If it gives you trouble...I suggest one of the two lakes. The ocean might be good too, probably even better. The more water you're around the easier it'll be to hear Sona. I-I'd suggest trying it while it rains as well...but, ah, that might get you sick.

[ And Helios certainly doesn't want that! ]

You do have a point, but I can't help but feel that way. I mean something like that could happen to any enclosure, when you think about it. [ And Helios just keeps an open mind about these things. Sometimes he's a bit too nice for his own good. ]

It was a very trying experience for everyone. But thankfully no one got hurt, and they got to return to their own enclosure after about a week.

[Rei shudders a bit as she remembers the lake and last summer's incident with the Mordicant, but nods.]

The beach would be a good place to go, I think. Does the season make any difference? Or the...elemental affinity of the user?

Definitely! I'd have to ask one of my roommates, but I know my best friend will tag along.

[ Helios doesn't see the shuddering otherwise he might have asked. Instead he taps his chin with a finger. ] I doubt the seasons do, though to be fair I'm not really sure. It's something worth investigating at any rate. But the affinity of the user plays a key factor in contacting them...

[ He hums a little. ] Though I think if you try hard enough that can be overridden.

No you, ah, haven't actually. I-I think you briefly mentioned them but never in detail.

[ Helios sips some more tea and watches her carefully. ]

Ah, good good! The more people the merrier! You can stop by in the afternoon. Say around...one or two o' clock.

It would be a very nice present, but taking care of a dragon is a bit different than a cat or-or a dog. It's...a bit more complicated, really.

[ Dragons are more complex creatures and quite intelligent too. ]

Yeah, whatever. The point is, I've got a loophole now!

Ah true. [ Oh dear. He shouldn't have said that, should he? Anyway... ] If you wanted to s-stop by around one or two should be good. You can bring along some of your friends too, if you want.

Yeah, yeah, I'll consider it.

[AND SIGN OUT to make plans]

Maybe...though water is my complete opposite.

[In more ways than one, being Sailor Mars and all]

But I can channel it a little. I hope the ocean helps. Have you thought of any more combinations?

Hm. As angry as some have seemed, I would have thought someone had gotten hurt.

[Her eyes lower for a moment, her expression distant.]

I was an only child. I had three two uncles and two aunts, who lived with my parents and I. It wasn't idea, not having a male heir, but we made do. My father was a local lord, and we were fairly comfortable. And he was a pious man, who always revered the gods.

[She stops, closing her eyes]

My family raised me to have a choice. To be a courtier, or to be a warrior. I learned art and swordplay, writing and archery...and many other things. But, my father's lord, he was not a good man.

I could head over to the school right now if ya wanted, but I'm not in a hurry. What works for you? I got nothin' else to do!

"Huh. Weirdest kidnapping effect I ever heard of."

But the fire thing seemed pretty typical, at least.

"Well, as long as you're sure you're alright. You should at least get checked out at the clinic, though."

I've...gone through stranger, sadly. [ Being turned into a woman was by far the oddest. ]

Ah. I-I'll be alright. Just some smalls scraps and bruises. Nothing a little healing from Nala can't fix!

[ And going to the clinic would mean removing his clothes, shirt included, and he really can't have that. ]

O-Oh I see. [ Helios has a good idea where this is going. It is going nowhere very good, is it? He bites his lip lightly as he nods for Saori to continue, should she wish to do so. ]

I could possibly meet you there now as well, if you'd like. Maybe even give a little tour so you get acquainted with the place beforehand.

One day, my father's lord came to our house, but on his journey he offended Lord Tesshin by refusing to pay homage to him during the trip. The god grew angry and sent his servants to our home. Hound spirits that demanded the lord come out to speak with them. Of course, he refused.

[She fixes Helios with a long, sad gaze]

So, I let them inside against his wishes. My father's brothers would not let him defy the lord, so I snuck out of my bed and let them enter through a side gate.

The hounds hunted the lord down and forced him to offer tribute to Lord Tesshin instead of killing him. He was furious, and when he left he had a dark sorcerer place a curse on my family for my actions.

Gods that's...terrible Saori. [ There are no words towards that man's actions. ] Why? Why was he so steadfast in not paying homage? Knowing how many lives were at stake if he didn't do so...

[ Helios shakes his head, his expression on of deep sympathy. ] I'm sorry that happened to you and your family. You were...only trying to protect your family, and do what was right.

Perhaps back home that's true. But...well I think if you tried you might be able to gain Sona's attention. The ocean will help though s-so that's probably the best place to start.

[ A pause as he thinks on that. ] Cold fire. Lightning and water. Maybe even something combining earth and water too. I've given the first two a good few tries before, but the last one I haven't considered.

[Loki shivers shortly and nods.]

I see.

I do think it is my turn to provide you with some warm tea this time, yes?

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