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dreamposts ([personal profile] dreamposts) wrote in [community profile] songerein2022-01-15 02:19 pm

Owl Rescue

✵ MINI EVENT: OWL RESCUE ✵

Late in the month, the blizzard has reached its peak and the skies seem strangely dark and ominous, a soft jingling of bells followed by deep, baritone voice echoes through the skies.


Gone away are the reindeer
Out to play are the dreamers
To lead their return, we gather in snow
All to bring the lost presents home

In the shadows we can build a snowman
To protect the sleigh that's full and bright.
Mimics will attack, and we'll say, "No, man!"
Only the real presents here will do!

We'll raise our mugs to the fire
Raise our voices higher and higher
Then we'll slash through our foes
From head down to their toes
All to save this Christmas Wonderland


In the city we can make some string lights
Beautiful and bright just like the stars
With a little magic, we'll be alright
And top everything off with just a Star

A star so big and bright
with magic all around
shining with all its might
making the world go 'round!

So come join us, all ye citizens
of this little festive town.
Guard your hearts with love and laughter,
and we'll bring this foul Grinch down!


With a mighty bellow the gusting winds clear and for a moment the morning skies seem beautiful and bright, as if the strange blizzard storm had never appeared at all. And then, in perhaps questionably late fashion, a large man dressed in red and astride a giant reindeer descends down to the central plaza.

"Ho ho ho! So this is where that bastard's been trying to hide, eh? I'll give it some credit—it chose a powerful world for its mischief…even if it could still use some work. And it's still just a baby—miracle it's lasted this long." The man, many of which will recognize as the fabled Santa Claus turns to look at the still run down buildings. For a man who is known to being "jolly" and full of holiday spirit, he looks as if he's about to head into war with the large axe at its his side and hardened expression. Just as he's about to say more, he clicks his tongue as a loud SCREEEEEECH is heard in the distance.

"But it won't be around much longer if you kids don't do anything about what's coming."

In the next moment, a large fiery owl large enough to overshadow half the town hovers in the air, the flames dangerously drifting from her feathers.

WHERE ARE THEY…

WHERE ARE MY CHILDREN!!


Her voice shakes the ground, the fire expanding outward as she gives one last heartrending cry filled with anger and agony.



PROMPTS

It's a confusing mess as two large figures have appeared at once, but it's clear that the owl's needs take precedence. With Santa's help, the owl will shrink small enough so that she can wait in the Plaza alongside and wait for those willing to find her eggs and owlets. But she watches over it with an anxious eye, the flames occasionally rising whenever there is a sound of one nearby. Everyone better work fast!

A. Talk with Santa. With Santa remaining with the owl, some may wish to speak to him while the others are working to find the baby owls. Although he plans to speak again once this is over, he will go ahead and answer any questions people may have. All questions may be asked in this thread, and as mentioned in the Game Notes, this will not be an IC thread. It is encouraged for questions to be asked now as it will help speed up dispensing information later.

B. Owl Egg Hunt. The eggs are scattered throughout the town Reverein, the nearby forests, and the lake. As if sensing their danger, the eggs have hidden themselves in various nooks and crannies, which can make it quite difficult to find. Hopefully no one accidentally tries to cook one. However, there are some clues. They will sparkle and will sometimes wiggle and roll out of their hiding place. They can also be "lured" out by friendly, positive emotions, or towards anyone that might exude a feeling of safety, security, and protection. However, if they're frightened the eggs will start to hatch. They sprout wings, legs, or even the beak to try and either escape or protect themselves. The eggs may also take on elemental characteristics, such as turning into a fireball, a block of ice, a giant rock, or a mini cyclone. Another threat will be the snoyotes as the sly buggers will follow would be rescuers to find the egg and try to snatch them and run off.

C. Owlet Panic. For the eggs that have already hatched, the owlets will be panicking and very emotional, causing a great environmental disruption around them. From fire storms to massive blizzards, the babies are out of control. Fortunately they're easy to spot—as well as hear. Their high pitched screeches can be heard from long distances. Calming emotions will be key in trying to soothe them, though dremoation abilities may be needed to get to them first.

D. Owlsitter. Whether already hatched or bursting out after returning to mother owl, the little owlets can be quite the handful. They're born already large enough to fly and while they aren't skilled, they will flutter about here and there. Essentially toddlers, they will get into anything that might interest them and cause mischief. With the owlets capable of casting elemental magic, that can pose a problem as sometimes it can go awry.

E. Snoyotes. The snoyotes are a cross between snake and coyote and they rely on their stealth skills rather than offensive power. They will stick to the shadows and can camouflage themselves well. When they do need to fight, they are tenacious and will try to sink their venomous fangs into their assailant. The venom is paralytic and is potent and fast acting. Although not always enough to kill, if enough venom makes its way to the heart then there might be trouble. As mentioned they will follow those looking for eggs to try and snatch them first, but some may be hunting other eggs. It's not necessary to kill them, driving them off to the Wild Canyons will do.

» BONUS: FANG COLLECTION. Although highly potent, the venom stored within the fangs of the snoyotes can be used in anti-venom remedies (and poisons). Collecting them will need some care. In addition, defanging a snoyote is one way to keep it away for those unwilling to kill. Their fangs will grow back so would be an effective way to farm fangs later.


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rokubro: (‡ 010)

[personal profile] rokubro 2022-01-30 03:00 am (UTC)(link)
[..........Whoa. Rokurou only listen in awe as the egg also seems to calm down under Alastor's singing. And when it finally seems to still and "snooze" (yes there are little snores and small clouds puffing around it), Rokurou quietly steps over to Alastor so he can speak in a low voice.]

...You never cease to amaze me. I didn't know you could sing.
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[personal profile] lonelysmiles 2022-01-30 03:52 am (UTC)(link)
[There's a brief, absent brush of clawed fingers against the shell of the egg before Alastor turns back to Rokurou, speaking with the same quiet tones.]

I'd hope not. Otherwise I'd be an utter failure of a performer. But, yes, I can sing, dance, and play various instruments. Though one of my favorites of the last group will have to be left out: I doubt I'd be able to get my hands on a Furby organ here.

[He looks to the egg.]

Regardless, I suppose I'll have to accompany you until we get close to the mother in case you need to calm it back down. I'd rather not find out what the mother owl will do if even one of her eggs was eaten.
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[personal profile] rokubro 2022-01-31 09:21 pm (UTC)(link)
I can pluck a few strings but that's about it, hah, so that's impressive. [And he literally means, just plucking the strings, not actually playing.]

But sorry about the inconvenience. Hopefully it'll stay asleep until we get close enough and then maybe we can just... Roll it over or something.
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[personal profile] lonelysmiles 2022-01-31 10:13 pm (UTC)(link)
Plucking randomly or plucking in deliberate patterns?

[Because "plucking" is a musical term for string instruments.]

[He starts walking, his shadow carrying the egg.]


We'll cross that bridge when we get to it then. At the very least if anything attempts to strike, my shadow can keep the egg out of reach.

[After all, his shadow isn't limited by gravity.]
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[personal profile] rokubro 2022-02-01 03:53 am (UTC)(link)
Random. [A sheepish grin.] But I do know like one simple tune, it's just been ages since I touched a shamisen.

[Annnd they're walking. Man this shadow is handy...]

But should be pretty safe in town at least.
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[personal profile] lonelysmiles 2022-02-01 05:59 pm (UTC)(link)
Never heard of such an instrument! I take it you don't have one here.

[He gives a regretful sigh.]

This place is so devoid of music. It's a shame.
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[personal profile] rokubro 2022-02-04 03:19 am (UTC)(link)
Nah, and I don't remember enough to have one made, unfortunately. But who knows, maybe someone else knows.

You know you could add some music to the place if you wanted. You have the talent and I doubt anyone would mind. Might actually appreciate it.
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[personal profile] lonelysmiles 2022-02-04 03:37 am (UTC)(link)
I could but it wouldn't be the same. [He gives a rueful sigh before humming a few more bars of "What a Wonderful World" as the egg shifts in his shadow's grip.] Jazz sounds so much better with a live band than a recording.
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[personal profile] rokubro 2022-02-06 06:12 am (UTC)(link)
Is "jazz" the kind of music you play? What kind of instruments does it use?