open Into Limbo: Worlds Collide

[Illiad Easle 3,139]

@Kujamih 

(Fuoco)

5 hours ago, Kujamih said:

Or better yet she might be an alicorn herself? Hmmm... " She lectured. 

Such comments did little to alleviate Fuoco's concern. Inwardly she worried she would need to use some... forbidden... magic she had learned. Just in case it turned out that this Head Mistress were in fact holding the town hostage under the veiled threat of death.

5 hours ago, Kujamih said:

" Plus princess flurry heart can't even lift a finger to her even if she tried... And yet mutual respect between us still applies... That's why I try to avoid being at her bad side." She ironically added. 

Fuoco believed that this was the first time that the princesses were named, and surmised that Twilight was an older and more powerful alicorn than Flurry, though Flurry were powerful herself.

Fuoco had yet to see this alicorn, and was starting to suspect that perhaps there were no alicorns, and just this Head Mistress using the threat of an alicorn to keep the rest in line.

Still, she wasn't about to risk such statements openly. She'd keep her eyes peeled.

5 hours ago, Kujamih said:

We don't want the Kirin's and elks to hate us... I'm sure you can burn them without collateral damage right?

She was surprised again by the mention of Kirin, "This land is full of surprises! I have heard much about the Kirin, I had always hoped to meet one, maybe be trained in their art. They have a natural affinity for pyromancy you know. Is there a chance I could meet one?"

She shook her head in regards to the question, "I make no promises other than that I will do all in my power to preserve my own life. I will try to keep collateral damage to a minimum. Assuming we are not surprised, I can be quite accurate with my strikes."

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@Illiad Easle

"hmmm...."

Welllllll.... If you promise to not burn any forests. Then I'll happily introduce you to some Kirin's, which is a plus since they don't like creatures who burns forests. which is quite weird that you haven't met anyone here yet. You know, since all types of intelligent creatures

 travel to Ponyville to study at the school of friendship. I remember having students like them before... They're so quiet and majestic... Humble in fact. But once angered... Pyromancy full tilt I tell ya... Once there was a haughty, trouble student dragon who bullied the wrong kirin. That was the first time I saw a dragon cried in pain from fire.... Iiishh....turns out that's what that dragon needed to change his ways.... Not the best but it works... And luckily the Kirin calmed down as soon as the dragon cried."

Then Diamond Tiara pondered.

"I think there's one at the ward though. You want to meet one? Then you better shake on it." Diamond Tiara handed her hoof to Fuoco to make a deal. 

[Illiad Easle 3,139]

@Kujamih

On 2022-11-03 at 11:40 PM, Kujamih said:

which is quite weird that you haven't met anyone here yet. You know, since all types of intelligent creatures travel to Ponyville to study at the school of friendship.

Fuoco raised an eyebrow, "As we've established, I'm not from here, so I wouldn't have met anypony who comes here, as I haven't been here before."

On 2022-11-03 at 11:40 PM, Kujamih said:

"I think there's one at the ward though. You want to meet one? Then you better shake on it." Diamond Tiara handed her hoof to Fuoco to make a deal. 

She sighed, but looked a little surprised when Diamond only requested a shake. She shrugged, "Alright then," and shook her outstretched hoof, "Are we able to meet them now? Also, when are we planning to leave on our expedition?"

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@Illiad Easle

"... I'm guessing you have no idea what the shake of hooves represent..." She sighed.

" As for the time, that has not been finalized but hopefully within a week. As you can see, we are still having a hard time finding recruits." She sighed once more.

" Anyhoof... Would you like a proper bath? I see you haven't got a proper one..." She smiled awkwardly.

" I'm not trying to say that you stink... But... I mean we want to give a good impression to other Kirin's right? " She forced a smile.

" There's hot water? " She added. 

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@Kujamih

Fuoco didn't react to Diamond's disappointment in regards to the nature of the agreement. If Diamond didn't know how to properly bind her, she wasn't about to change that.

On 2022-11-07 at 12:13 AM, Kujamih said:

" As for the time, that has not been finalized but hopefully within a week. As you can see, we are still having a hard time finding recruits." She sighed once more.

She tilted her head at that, "But you said we already had nine creatures in our group? Surely that's enough for an expedition?"

On 2022-11-07 at 12:13 AM, Kujamih said:

" Anyhoof... Would you like a proper bath? I see you haven't got a proper one..." She smiled awkwardly.

" I'm not trying to say that you stink... But... I mean we want to give a good impression to other Kirin's right? " She forced a smile.

" There's hot water? " She added. 

She didn't look impressed by Diamond's suggestion, but shrugged, "Sure, the luxury wasn't afforded me at the other camp, not that anyone noticed since we were all in the same boat. And no need to worry about the temperature, I've never lacked for hot water." She was used to warming her own water for bathing even before coming here. In a house full of pyromancers heating water was a trivial task.

"Lets get moving then, though it sounds like there isn't much of a hurry."

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1 hour ago, Illiad Easle said:

tilted her head at that, "But you said we already had nine creatures in our group? Surely that's enough for an expedition?"

"Yes  on OUR group. The rest are missing a few... But don't worry. It's moving along." 

 

1 hour ago, Illiad Easle said:

She didn't look impressed by Diamond's suggestion, but shrugged, "Sure, the luxury wasn't afforded me at the other camp, not that anyone noticed since we were all in the same boat. And no need to worry about the temperature, I've never lacked for hot water." She was used to warming her own water for bathing even before coming here. In a house full of pyromancers heating water was a trivial task.

She face hoofed herself. " I can be silly at times... Sorry about that." She said blushingly and embarrassed.

 

They'd take a bath at a big room. There displays a big steaming hot bath of a pool. It has marble designs of ponies shooting out hot water to the pool. The place resembled more of a giant indoor hot spring. 

And it seems that they're not alone in there.

There are foals and other young creatures bathing there already.

As soon as they'd hit the pool, the young ones would flock towards Fuoco, wishing to play with the friendly pyromancer.

The water wasn't that hot. It was look warm at best. 

Diamond Tiara would then leave you be for a while and head to a corner. It seems she's talking to someone there. The conversation won't be for to long and she'd be back at the pool.

 A few minutes later a kirin would enter the bathing area.

But it seems flustered for some reason.

" Ah! There you are Misty Forest."

It was a mare kirin who had a sawed off horn. Had a very Light green fur and a full on dark green mane.

" Thank you for always tending the gardens and bath house" Diamond Tiara added.

As she got near, she spoke.

" Think nothing of it Mayor D. Anything for you... Although the place seems quite... How do I put this... Heavy?" She replied.

" Whatever do you mean? " She asked.

" Ohh... Nothing... Must be the humidity and heat of the bath..."

"By the way. I'd like to introduce to you Fuoco."

@Illiad Easle

[Illiad Easle 3,139]

@Kujamih

(Fuoco)

On 2022-11-08 at 2:31 PM, Kujamih said:

The water wasn't that hot. It was look warm at best. 

She smiled at the young ones wanting to be with her, but made sure that they kept a safe distance as she heated the water around her to a much more comfortable temperature with a short song on her flute.

She took the opportunity to relax as much as she had been unable to before, momentarily forgetting everything else she had learned and soon had to deal with.

On 2022-11-08 at 2:31 PM, Kujamih said:

It was a mare kirin who had a sawed off horn. Had a very Light green fur and a full on dark green mane.

Fuoco had a horrified expression when she saw the Kirin's missing horn, especially since it appeared to have been sawn, and not cut, off. She shuddered as she imagined how painful that must have been. She didn't have experience herself, per-se, but she had been told that unicorns had a strong concentration of nerve endings in their horns, and that damage to ones horn was often excruciating, so she imagined that it was likely similar for the Kirin.

On 2022-11-08 at 2:31 PM, Kujamih said:

"By the way. I'd like to introduce to you Fuoco."

Fuoco still looked quite concerned, her eyes only occasionally straying away from Misty's horn, or what remained of it, "I...it.... It is an honor to meet you. I've always been fascinated by Kirins, though I've never had the chance to meet one in person."

She looked uncomfortable, doing her best to keep her eyes off of Misty's horn going forward, not wanting to offend her, but also lamenting the fact that Misty would likely have a reduced capacity to teach her about pyromancy.

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@Illiad Easle

Misty Forest would notice Fuoco's shock and concern of her horn. It was noticable that Fuoco is trying to avoid looking ng at  her sawed of horn since it's near her face.... And it's quite awkward to talk to someone without looking at them.

But this did not offend  Misty Forest and would come near Fuoco and offer her hoof to shake with.

" Hello! It's nice to meet you Fuoco. My name's Misty Forest. I'm a graduate of this school and one of the staffs that handles the garden and water supply of this here village. I hope we can be good friends."

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@Kujamih

Fuoco lost some of her nervousness as the Kirin approached, shaking the offered hoof, "I would like that, thank you. I hope I don't offend, but I've only ever read depictions of Kirin before, and... well... you don't exactly match the description. Now, the depiction I read might be wrong, but it indicated that Kirin had horns. Is that not the case?"

As she had never seen a Kirin before, Fuoco supposed that maybe this was how a Kirin's horn naturally looked? It didn't seem likely to her, given the rough, unnatural way it stopped, especially compared to the rest of her very elegant body. But she was willing to learn whatever the truth might be.

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@Illiad Easle

Misty got curious at Fuoco. It's like Fuoco is implying that Kirin's are a rare creature, and is barely seen. Which isn't the case anymore since for years now. Has this pony been living in a cave, she wonders? This gave her a smile on her face and giggled, 

"Oh where do I start?... Well your not wrong about the book you read. We do have horns, but... Mine needed to be cut off.." she sadly said as she starts to remember the events that took place involving her horn.

" In short my horn or magic is killing me... They had no choice but to cut it off... It's very painful at first but... I got used to it." She said while rubbing where her horn was. 

" It'll grow back eventually unlike unicorn horns but... If I do, it'll kill me" she gulped.

" So I have it maintained and shaved off. The shaving isn't as  painful as cutting it off... It actually tickles a bit. "

" Luckily, Headmistress is studying a way to cure me! I just need to be patient." She whimsically said.

" Anyway, now I can properly use my magic without going berserk."

Meanwhile Diamond Tiara would sit back at the hot pool and watch them interact with a smile. Casually distracting the foals to not disturb your interaction. 

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@Kujamih

Fuoco looked deeply concerned as Misty described the situation, but relieved that her information was correct, and that there was nothing nefarious about her horn having been removed, especially considering that it allowed her to live and she didn't seem too downtrodden about its absence.

"That is relieving to hear. I hope she manages to find a cure for you soon."

She paused a moment before continuing, "I have heard that Kirin are peerless pyromancers, I myself have been trained in pyromancy, and I am always looking to improve my abilities. I was hoping to be able to learn something from one of your kind, though I completely understand if you would be uncomfortable doing so."

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@Illiad Easle

Misty looks awkwardly to Fuoco as she revealed that she was a pyromancer. 

"... oh not, at all. I'd gladly, um... Help you?... But what bothers me most is... That your a pyromancer? But your an earth pony? Right? " She then starts to look at your forehead if you had also a cut horn or just hiding it. 

Diamond Tiara would just listen to the both of you and giggle a bit. She is still playing with the foals and masterfully handling them. 

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@Kujamih

Fuoco nodded, "Last I checked. I use music to control my magic, like a siren does. While that difference may make it difficult for me to learn from you, I'm hoping I'll still be able to learn something."

As the water was starting to cool around her, she decided a demonstration would likely help, whistling a short tune she conjured a small amount of fire, then slowly lowered it into the water to warm it as the fire fought against being extinguished. She stopped whistling once the water was warm enough and the fire was extinguished. "Like that."

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@Illiad Easle

Misty and everyone at the pool started to clap at  Fuoco's demonstration. The foals would also start imitating her as well.

" Marvelous! Beautiful even!" Misty applauded.

" If it's teaching you'd like, then I shall teach you what I have learned and understand. "

" Just now, your whistle. Did it require emotions? " She asked.

" I'm sure it's really hard to whistle without one. Would someone whistle without emotions? Why whistle at all? Why does one whistle usually? When they're happy? Sad? Reminiscing? Boredom? There is a connection, your whistle to emotions and feelings.

" For us Kirins, we use our raw feelings for magic.

" For unicorns, they use their mind and words to command magic.

" Other creatures have different ways to use their magic. But it all comes down to emotions and feelings. 

"Before we use anger to draw out our nirik forms and burst out our fire. Now through the aid of the school of friendship, we have channeled our anger and learned to use our other emotions for magic. Fire doesn't have to involve anger anymore. Fire can be kind, warm, strong and friendly.

"Actually one of our elder kirin uses song to channel out her powers! And now Kirin's can use different elements of magic."

"For  me I have learned to control fire and a bit of water magic, bringing to life fog magic."

"A  friend of mine was able to control a different kind of fire, where he has focused it to produce a very powerful Light magic."

" Now we know that the legend of the great kirin is true! The one who controls the skies and shoots lightning from the sky! Now every kirin strives to become a great kirin. Oops! " She paused  and giggled a bit.

" I'm sorry. I got side tracked a bit.

" Anyway where was i... Yes emotions... And what better way to have these is through friendship... Hence our school slogan, Friendship is Magic."

" So my friend, would you like to learn more? " She would raise her hoof offering a shake or a brohoof. 

[Illiad Easle 3,139]

@Kujamih

On 2022-11-17 at 3:36 PM, Kujamih said:

" Just now, your whistle. Did it require emotions? " She asked.

She shook her head, "No, the inclusion of emotions causes an influence on all those who hear it, which can be very dangerous if done by one not trained to carefully control their emotions. I was only trained in pyromancy, and so I was taught how to withhold my emotions from the song so as to prevent unintended consequences."

But that wasn't wholly true, Fuoco had been taught a specific song, one only to be used as a last resort. That she would have sung had she not been brought here when she was. 

On 2022-11-17 at 3:36 PM, Kujamih said:

" I'm sure it's really hard to whistle without one. Would someone whistle without emotions? Why whistle at all? Why does one whistle usually? When they're happy? Sad? Reminiscing? Boredom? There is a connection, your whistle to emotions and feelings.

She looked confused at that, "What do you mean? At least where I'm from, music of any kind is only used when there is a task to perform, it is simply too powerful to be used carelessly." She sighed, "But it appears to work differently here. I am unsure why."

On 2022-11-17 at 3:36 PM, Kujamih said:

" Anyway where was i... Yes emotions... And what better way to have these is through friendship... Hence our school slogan, Friendship is Magic."

" So my friend, would you like to learn more? " She would raise her hoof offering a shake or a brohoof. 

She looked unsure, channeling emotions seemed so contrary to what she had been taught all her life. But if it would help her improve in power...

Besides, it seemed her magic was weaker here anyway, maybe that would mitigate the effects of her emotions on those who heard the song?

She nodded, extending her hoof to meet Misty's, "I look forward to learning more from you."

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39 minutes ago, Illiad Easle said:

shook her head, "No, the inclusion of emotions causes an influence on all those who hear it, which can be very dangerous if done by one not trained to carefully control their emotions. I was only trained in pyromancy, and so I was taught how to withhold my emotions from the song so as to prevent unintended consequences."

" I see.... Withholding emotions you say.... Wow.... That takes discipline to make music without passion or feelings....but maybe in a way, thru your discipline you project your  emotions or feelings.... Being strict?" She pondered as she gained this information.

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"Well in our case..." (Continue)

41 minutes ago, Illiad Easle said:

"Misty Forest"

I'm sure it's really hard to whistle without one. Would someone whistle without emotions? Why whistle at all? Why does one whistle usually? When they're happy? Sad? Reminiscing? Boredom? There is a connection, your whistle to emotions and feelings.

" Is what i connected your way of magic with the way our magic works."

 

50 minutes ago, Illiad Easle said:

She looked confused at that, "What do you mean? At least where I'm from, music of any kind is only used when there is a task to perform, it is simply too powerful to be used carelessly." She sighed, "But it appears to work differently here. I am unsure why."

" In your case if you use your emotions, it'll go out of control or overwhelm you? Giving consequences that we'd rather avoid... Maybe this is the next step for you to get stronger. Using your emotions and feelings. To add passion with your music and be able to mitigate the side effects.... You did say one needs to train their emotions for it, NOT to completely stop it. So by that logic. If you use a very powerful emotion, you just need a very powerful way to control it right? And maybe by guiding and changing those emotions, channeling them in another way or as you would say "CONTROLLING" them, you might even achieve even greater power." She theorized.

1 hour ago, Illiad Easle said:

She nodded, extending her hoof to meet Misty's, "I look forward to learning more from you."

She would shake your hoof then hoof bump it.

" Alright another friend!" She proclaimed.

She'd then hug you, giving off a very soft feeling of warmth coming from her body.

"You feel that warmth? Its different from this bath houses warm water right?"

The foals swimming in the pool also mimicked Misty, hugging anyone near them. Even Diamond Tiara, which she would hug in return.

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[Illiad Easle 3,139]

@Kujamih

On 2022-11-21 at 3:12 PM, Kujamih said:

And maybe by guiding and changing those emotions, channeling them in another way or as you would say "CONTROLLING" them, you might even achieve even greater power." She theorized.

Fuoco didn't look too sure, shaking her head. "It's not so much that my using emotions would overwhelm me, but rather whatever emotions I put in are pushed onto all those who hear it. And that can result in unintended consequences. For instance, if I put anger in my song, it would make everyone who heard it angry, which could cause them to fight each other instead of their enemy. This compounds if you have more than one musician in the group, as your emotions taint their song as well, which sends it back, so I guess it could get out of control. But given I seem to be the only musician of my caliber here, that is less of a concern."

On 2022-11-21 at 3:12 PM, Kujamih said:

She'd then hug you, giving off a very soft feeling of warmth coming from her body.

She was surprised at suddenly being hugged, given she was in the pool and Misty was not, and that she wasn't very fond of hugs to begin with.

Misty would also feel a warmth from Fuoco, like there was a fire burning inside her. Fuoco would wait for Misty to be done hugging her before asking, "So, when do we start?"

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@Illiad Easle

5 hours ago, Illiad Easle said:

Misty would also feel a warmth from Fuoco, like there was a fire burning inside her. Fuoco would wait for Misty to be done hugging her before asking, "So, when do we start?"

Misty would Giggle and reply enthusiastically, "we already have!"

"Did you feel the warmth of my hug? Thats the warmth of friendship."

Diamond Tiara would interrupt and question one of Fuoco's explanation about her power and emotion.

" Im sorry to butt in but... I couldn't help but wonder on what you just said... So not only can you control fire, but other creatures consciousness as well?"

Misty was also curious about that.

" Then if you added encouragement to your music then wont that help your allies as well in combat? Wouldn't that be helpful?" Misty questioned.

Diamond Tiara had a spark of idea and joyously replied," we can practice that!" 

Her over joyous shout made it awkward in the room. Even the colts were weirded out from her sudden out burst.

" Oops... Im sorry for shouting." She blushingly replied.

She would continue with a much more proper tone and volume.

"Misty Forest. I request your assistance in our expedition to reclaim Equestria once more from the unknown invaders known as ODT. You would be a great help to our country and for the future and safety of our kind. We'll be prioritizing kirin grove if you join us, plus it'll help Our Friend Fuoco to learn more of our magic ways and maybe we too can learn from her. This way even the earth ponies can help even more in protecting our land. Of course you're an exception Fuoco you've proven to every creature your worth."

Misty would think about it for a minute or so and would end up agreeing.

" I couldn't say no to my favorite teacher and new friend, plus i get to see home again... I hope everyone's safe though.

"Yes! I'll Join you!" Misty's final answer.

" Perfect! Fuoco, Misty, i have to leave you for the time being. I have something to discuss with the princess. If you're finished with your baths, the guard outside have been instructed to guide you Fuoco to your quarters, and id also request you Misty to be her guide for me while im gone. Id like to talk to both of you once I've pulled some strings with the princess."

If nothing important would come up Diamond Tiara would start to dry herself up and exit the bath house, giving a wave of goodbye to both of you.

Meanwhile Misty would bring up a problem she noticed.

" Um by the way Fuoco? I've noticed just now when i tried to hug you and use my warmth magic on you, i was having a really hard time using it... When you were warming the pool did you feel anything weird or had a hard time doing magic?"

She curiously questioned.

" I also noticed something heavy in this room while entering..." She added.

[Illiad Easle 3,139]

@Kujamih

On 2022-11-27 at 8:29 PM, Kujamih said:

" Im sorry to butt in but... I couldn't help but wonder on what you just said... So not only can you control fire, but other creatures consciousness as well?"

She shook her head, "Control would imply I had much say in the matter. And I don't have nearly the training to claim any level of control over those who hear my song. Best I can do is influence, and hope that they respond to their new emotions they way I would want, which they often don't, so best to keep those separated for now."

On 2022-11-27 at 8:29 PM, Kujamih said:

" Then if you added encouragement to your music then wont that help your allies as well in combat? Wouldn't that be helpful?" Misty questioned.

She looked unsure, "I would have to have that emotion within me first, and if it shifts to dread during the song that would ruin morale. Plus, the enemy could hear the song as well and be emboldened. But... if you're sure... maybe we could test."

On 2022-11-27 at 8:29 PM, Kujamih said:

" Um by the way Fuoco? I've noticed just now when i tried to hug you and use my warmth magic on you, i was having a really hard time using it... When you were warming the pool did you feel anything weird or had a hard time doing magic?"

She curiously questioned.

" I also noticed something heavy in this room while entering..." She added.

She looked concerned, and a bit confused, but shook her head, "No more difficult than usual, which is to say that ever since I came to this place I've found my magic harder than usual, but here was no different than anywhere else since I arrived. Should we be worried?"

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14 hours ago, Illiad Easle said:

shook her head, "Control would imply I had much say in the matter. And I don't have nearly the training to claim any level of control over those who hear my song. Best I can do is influence, and hope that they respond to their new emotions they way I would want, which they often don't, so best to keep those separated for now."

" Oh, i see..." She simply smiled and pondered. ( If no further actions would stop her she would continue what she has planned and leave the room.)

14 hours ago, Illiad Easle said:

looked unsure, "I would have to have that emotion within me first, and if it shifts to dread during the song that would ruin morale. Plus, the enemy could hear the song as well and be emboldened. But... if you're sure... maybe we could test."

" Oh is that so?" Misty would further think of something to help her friend.

"True... True .... But what if you made a song that bolsters your allies moral while demoralizing your foe?" She asked.

" If you make a specific wave length of the song and emotion that resonates with your friends or allies only, wont that work? While the enemy will be confused at what the song or music is? And sometimes if the foe visually sees their opponents grow stronger from the music. That would inturn reflect to them as demoralizing for them right? A battle cry of your allies is encouraging yet an enemy's is intimidating correct?" She ponders with excitement.

" This actually made me excited for you!"

" You know what lets try it out!"

Shed look around and see the foals interested and wanted to volunteer.

" Sorry little ones, its best you look from afar while I'll be the only one playing with Fuoco for now. When she gets better at it, it'll be your turn to play with her okay?"

She asked the little foals.

14 hours ago, Illiad Easle said:

She looked concerned, and a bit confused, but shook her head, "No more difficult than usual, which is to say that ever since I came to this place I've found my magic harder than usual, but here was no different than anywhere else since I arrived. Should we be worried?"

"... You know what, maybe its just me? I'll try to relax and rest up and see if tomorrow is any better. But for now lets do some magic. I'd love to hear your music!"

@Illiad Easle

Edited December 3, 2022 by Kujamih

[Illiad Easle 3,139]

@Kujamih

Fuoco had a fair amount of trepidation at the lack of concern that Diamond and Misty had towards the potential ramifications of her magic, but she figured they simply didn't understand the potential danger. She wondered how she might convey the risks better without using her 'last resort' song. Maybe she could use her own hesitation to instill that in them? Hmm... But it could just as easily make them hesitant towards her, and not just her music.

On 2022-12-03 at 4:49 AM, Kujamih said:

" If you make a specific wave length of the song and emotion that resonates with your friends or allies only, wont that work? While the enemy will be confused at what the song or music is? And sometimes if the foe visually sees their opponents grow stronger from the music. That would inturn reflect to them as demoralizing for them right? A battle cry of your allies is encouraging yet an enemy's is intimidating correct?" She ponders with excitement.

She looked unsure at that, "I've never heard of anyone doing that, so I don't know if that's possible. It also sounds very complicated, it may well be beyond my ability to perform, especially by myself."

On 2022-12-03 at 4:49 AM, Kujamih said:

"... You know what, maybe its just me? I'll try to relax and rest up and see if tomorrow is any better. But for now lets do some magic. I'd love to hear your music!"

She nodded, still hesitant, "Alright, but we should go somewhere private, where no one else will hear, to be safe."

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@Illiad Easle

" i guess we can go to your room, since thats the only place that's considered a private spot. The gardens and private gyms have been packed up by injured creatures and evacuees." She suggested.

The foals on the other hand were sad to hear the both of you leave.

" Now now. Its time for you foals to leave as well. You dont want to be prunes when you leave the bathing room, right?" She jested at the foals.

As they leave the room and greeted by the guards to escort Fuoco to her room, they would pass by the once beautiful gardens of this castle. Now its full of tents and evacuees. The place doesn't look messy or is in a state of a dump, but just a bit cramped and uncomfortable to be in.

" Hmmm?" misty exhaled involuntarily.

She'd then shake this feeling she had for some odd reason.

Fuoco would be delivered to her room and the guards would station outside her room.

" Ma'am, we will be outside to assist you in anything you'd be needing." One of the guards informed Fuoco.

" Thank you very much." Misty replied to the guard as a sign of courtesy and bowed a bit.

The room that was given to you looks like one of the guestroom for nobles as the decor is quite extravagant and shiny.

The size of the bed can fit 4 full grown yaks, while the comfort of it is the same as sleeping in the clouds.

" Well the room is big enough for outside not to hear much of your song." Misty said while she marvels at the room she is in.

" I never get used to this kinds of room..." She added.

 

 

[Evil Pink One 13,506]

@Windy Breeze @Illiad Easle

-----a broken peace/piece.-----

*CRACK*

the house hold of Lyra heard something cracking out of thin air, as they eat their breakfast.

Everything became silent that one can easily hear ones breathing. The wind stagnant, and the room became deem.

"..... This doesn't look good..." Shallow mumbled as there is still food on her mouth.

meanwhile Lyra was a bit unhinged and sweating.

" Everyone! Into defensive position!" Lyra said in a commanding voice.

she'd then cover her body with her Shadow as to defend herself, and place some shadow tendrils near every pony.

she suddenly flipped into a serious kind of pony that no one has seen yet, that even Shallow Shade was taken a back at what she seen.

".... Hey Lyra.... I've never seen you this...this serious.... Whats going on?" Shallow worriedly asked.

BUt Lyra would only give Shallow a signal to stay quiet.

Lyra would frantically look above their roofless home in search of something.

but all one can see there is a cloudy sky.

as she remained vigilant she'd press a hidden communicator at the back of her ears and say.... " sweetie.... Theres another breach..."

 

 

Edited December 5, 2022 by Kujamih

[Windy Breeze 15,189]

@Kujamih @Illiad Easle

(I couldn't understand the first paragraph Kujamih.)

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Silver thought they would finally eat breakfast in peace after the discussion. Shallow gone out earlier but returned and joined them at the table shortly after. He was surprised that the silverware they were using were 'scavenged' but he didn't know how to respond to that so he kept silent.

Then something happened to the house. Silver looked around with unease, he finally stood up after Lyra shouted in alarm. He backed into a corner of the room unarmed as he left his sword in the bedroom. He prepared a shield spell “What's going on?” there was a slight panic which he tried to hide behind his calm voice. Following everyone's gaze, he raised his head toward the skies. The sky was covered with a huge cloudcover of what seems to be rain clouds, but Lyra's announcement said otherwise.

[Illiad Easle 3,139]

@Kujamih @Windy Breeze

(Blu)

Blu teleported his weapon to him, along with a small portion of the desk it was resting on, as soon as the first sound was heard. He snorted as the piece of the desk fell to the floor, he'd have to spend more time practicing this aspect of magic, or start keeping his weapon with him at all times, if this were to become a regular occurrence. He scanned the sky as well, his vision enhanced by the Kernel to try and detect anything out of the ordinary, his weapon ready to defend. As Lyra didn't seem to be in a state to share what was going on, he simply waited.

 

(Fuoco)

Fuoco was taken aback at the room she had been shown to (This is clearly a new room since her room wasn't in the castle before,) "This is for me? While so many outside sleep in cramped tents? I've never had a room so opulent in my life." She shook her head, "And I won't start now. We can use this space to practice, but I refuse to take up so much space when so many others could be benefitted by it."

Nonetheless, she would take a seat in the center of the room and prepare to play, glancing towards Misty. "You wouldn't happen to know a soundproofing spell? We wouldn't want to risk any unintended creatures hearing the song."

Regardless, she would prepare to play, simply adjusting the volume, and thus the power, if the walls could not be soundproofed. She played her flute, first without any emotion, forming a ring of fire around herself. Then, against all her training, she allowed some of her emotion to seep through.

The fire shifted, flickering between blue and orange, and Misty was filled with trepidation. There was also a bit of shame. Then the song stopped, the fire went out, but the emotions would linger.

Fuoco was crying, muttering to herself too softly for Misty to hear.

Anyone who could hear the song would feel the same emotions that Misty did, proportional to the volume they heard it at.