ϡ - Chapter Six; the horned serpent [voice]

[folklorist]

Raining, hm? [ There's the sound of rain pattering against the window, dulling the intermediate silence. He's thinking for a few brief moments getting his facts and thoughts sorted before beginning. ]

The Horned Serpent. A mythical being involved with rain, lightning or thunder. Some claimed it to be invisible while most referred to it as the bearer of rain that made noises similar to thunder. Taken from Native American tribes the Sioux believed the Unktehila to be a dangerous reptilian water monster that lived long ago. They were of various shapes and sizes. In the end however it is said that the Thunderbirds destroyed them, except for small species like snakes and lizards. It has varying names: Pita-skog, Sinti lapitta, Misi-kinepikw. Ah they're wonderful creatures, really. Not as extincted as everyone once believed; not as dangerous either I'll admit. The rain is so refreshing at times too.

Is there a being associated with the rain or water in anyone else's world? Since there's not much to do on rainy days, perhaps a little idle chatter could pass the time? [ Another pause, derp. ]

Oh! I almost forgot! Welcome to Luceti everyone! I know there's been quite a few new people about! The cycle just ended, I think? This place is so welcoming, isn't it? I'm sure you'll all feel right at home, or as much as possible in such a place! Though, it takes some getting used to doesn't it? A shame it's such a rainy day...there's so much to be explored in this place.

Comments

[i_speak_softly]

So - they exist, but you need to believe in them in order to see them? That's very unscientific.

[folklorist]

Ha! Science is no longer an issue when you speak of mythical creatures, I'm afraid. They're two entirely seperate things. But I understand the skeptism it's hard to-- ah well, digest as the saying goes.

[i_speak_softly]

All real things fall under the jurisdiction of science. I like a good fantasy story as much as the next giant turtle, but I'm not interested in discussing magical creatures who exist but don't leave physical evidence that can be seen by all. That's called cryptozoology, and I have better things to spend my time on.

[folklorist]

Giant turtle... [ You sir have piqued his interests. He's never met a giant talking turtle before. There seems to be an exhuberant amount of talking wildlife here. Hedgehogs, turtles, it's like a dream come true~ ]

Who's to say they haven't left something behind? Perhaps one has to merely look in the right places to find it! But if they were to leave something behind would you discuss it then?

[i_speak_softly]

Yes...? [Took you long enough to notice.]

If there were reasonable evidence for the existence of "mythical" creatures, that would be very interesting. But in the absence of any such thing, I choose not to believe.

[folklorist]

Oh! It's just-I've never actually talked to a, uh, turtle before. At least not one as articulate as yourself! [ He's slow, okay? It's the old age! ]

Fair enough. I respect that; considering the differing forms of Earth and other places that are here. Ah perhaps once we get out of this place you could come to my world for a visit. [ He chuckles. ] There's all the evidence you need. Oh! I never introduced myself, did I? Helios Sprensonne, it's been a pleasure speaking with you.

[i_speak_softly]

[It's the Delayed Double-Take. A person will talk to him for a while, and then suddenly go "Holy shit, you're a giant turtle." He's never been able to track down exactly what quirk of human psychology causes this bizarre phenomenon - he would tend to think that "large", "green", and "reptilian" are among the first characteristics that people would notice about him.]

Yes, well... my name is Donatello. Normally I would take you up on an invitation like that, but right now I really just want to get back to my own dimension. You understand.

[folklorist]

[ I think Helios has become desensitized to it. He's seen too much in his life to be shocked by a giant talking turtle. Well at least it makes a good enough excuse, right? ]

It's been a pleasure speaking with you Donatello. A wonderful name if I may add, he was quite the sculpture. Oh of course, I understand entirely, I think that's what most everyone wants at this point.

[i_speak_softly]

[Nod.] Unfortunately, I don't think that's going to happen for us any time soon. So I'll probably see you around. Helios.

[folklorist]

You never know! Anything is really possible in this place! We might be sent home tomorrow, or even in a month! But I look forward to meeting you, perhaps in person sometime.