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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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[personal profile] soups 2022-02-06 08:46 pm (UTC)(link)
the return to such a nostalgic issue takes her off guard, eyes widening and grip not reciprocated until she settles back into the current moment.

Do you think a time would come where I wouldn't? first thing is first, anyway. she knows he has some insecurities surround their being together, and she can't blame him. it's something that they both possess. Fate knows what I desire in my heart, and has rewarded me undeservedly...we won't be separated so easily now. Things will surely be different this time.
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[personal profile] legbreakings 2022-02-09 12:06 am (UTC)(link)
[ He opens his mouth for some sort of knee-jerk retort, wanting to argue worst case scenarios just because that is where his mind is always going first. Unnoticed by him, the egg trembles a little. But then he snaps his mouth shut again and takes a deep, steadying breath.

He nods, once, and squeezes her hand tightly. ]
Alright. I'll trust Jiejie in this. We won't be separated so easily again. [ He ducks his head. ] It's just hard sometimes. [ Or more like, always. He does his best not to let it taint their time together, but at the back of his mind he is always aware how fragile their happiness is. ] But I won't make you more sad now. You should drink your tea while it's hot.
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[personal profile] soups 2022-02-13 03:41 am (UTC)(link)
with a half-smile, she takes her hand to lift the tea to her mouth — thank goodness it's her dominant hand. it will be odd to live with this dead weight for a while, but at least the good hand she has is actually good.

Ah, it's been so long since I've had tea made by the Jiang Wanyin. I think he may have surpassed me in talents. jiang yanli continues to try and lift the mood, as much as it can be while it wavers in between sadness and manic concern. it's a better outcome than she may have expected, fully prepared to have wei wuxian walk into something of a mess.

— oh. which may be something better remedied now.


Though, A-Cheng...I do not know how well I can write just yet, with no hand to steady my paper or pen. I have learned my lesson — can I task you with explaining to Wei Wuxian? I've already erroneously upset one brother of mine...
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[personal profile] legbreakings 2022-02-15 09:28 pm (UTC)(link)
[ He huffs and grumbles and rolls his eyes at his sister's teasing compliment for his tea - and yet he also blushes, childishly pleased even by praise given in teasing.

But then she is making an earnest request before he can throw himself into another round of fussing about nothing, and his mood sobers again.

He gives her good arm a gentle, reassuring squeeze and nods. ]
Of course! I'll tell him. I'm going to tell him right away. I left my journal in our room, I'll just... If you will be alright remaining by yourself for a moment.

[ He is already walking away to do as he is bid, though he lingers in the door for another moment of uncertainty. But going to his room while he talks to Wei Wuxian actually sounds very appealing - he knows already there is no way he will be able to hold it together while he explains what happened. ]
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[personal profile] soups 2022-02-15 11:34 pm (UTC)(link)
her smile is genuine, if not still small; the gratitude jiang yanli feels for her youngest brother understanding this need for calm and steady emotions is real. when he stops, she lets out a soft but deep breath, finger running around the rim of her still steaming tea.

I will be fine for a few moments, A-Cheng. And then some. the guilt compounds in her chest suddenly, more than aware of what will happen once she's out of his sight and presence. if only she could remove this emotional intensity from him, a trait he's so well known for...but in this case, it's all her fault. for as much as she spoke of the idea that bad things will happen to her as a normal part of being in other worlds, it doesn't mean she still can't feel as if she is a burden to others when it does.