The Rankin Boarding School http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457 Dreamface767 For Benders and Shifters. Join here: http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49453 And begin! ------------------------------- Isis eyed the new and returning students from her shadowy spot beneath the oak tree by the school. Her hands were crossed inside of her long sleeves. <em>'Lot of large cats this year...'</em> She thought to herself. <em>'Some students will be missing their pets.'</em> Benders had it easy. They didn't have to worry about others of their own kind like Shifters did. Next, she wondered how pathetic her students would be this year. There was ice where that woman's heart should be. Kishi shifted the little wooden cage that held her thorny devil lizard inside. Oto was by no means her choice, and she hated every time the little lizard touched her. She tried to protect herself by wearing long sleeves, gloves, high socks, but whenever the little bugger escaped, he found his way to her skin and the results were painful beyond measure. She was sent here to try to get it under control- the shifting, the pain, the lizard. But she had little hope. Akuro leaned his back against the wall of the building like he owned the place. It was his third year here. One foot up on the brick and his arms crossed in front, he was already hitting on the new girls. "Benders, eh?" He small-talked as confidently as he ate (like that makes any sense). Sun, 22 Jan 2012 23:26:28 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1083814 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1083814 IrisInWonderland Aurana walked into the grounds, a red and gold bird on her covered shoulder. Jax was careful not to touch her skin, as he had been taught, and Aurana was careful not to bump into him. He cooed softly at her, snapping his golden beak. She had been here for four years, four long years, and she still had more training too. Jax could burst into flame, and Aurana wanted to learn how. That was her goal this year, that and to have fun, to loosen up, to enjoy herself. She almost laughed. She didn't have fun. Sun, 22 Jan 2012 23:30:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1083825 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1083825 IrisInWonderland Reece stared at the grounds, and rolled her eyes. After being here for two years, she hated it. She hated how the stupid shifters ran around with their annoying animals either out of their cages or throwing a fit because they were in a cage. It drove Reece absolutely up the wall crazy. She HATED shifters, almost as much as she hated water. Water was terrible, she shuddered. ~~~~ Lisa and Michael walked in together, Michael leading a huge male lion on a leash, Lisa carrying a cat carrier. Mittens was throwing a fit about being in the cage, but Simba was happy to be out of the vehicle. He roared, sending birds scattering and Mittens into a hissing fit. Lisa rolled her eyes, Simba and Michael were scarily alike, wanting the whole world to know they were there. She shivered, this was her first year at the school, and touching Mittens was still painful. Michael had been going to the school for years, and was getting good at shifting without Simba touching him. She wanted to be like her older brother. Sun, 22 Jan 2012 23:35:31 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1083844 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1083844 Beebee2121 Seth strolled confidently across campus with his cougar, Daisy, by his side. He saw a bender harassing some freshmen and felt a surge of anger at the injustice. But he kept his cool an moved on. He made a resolution to get into less fights with the benders and try to keep the peace between them. Unless, that is, if one of them messes with his friends. Daisy growled in agreement. --------- Sacha kept and eye out for this years new batch of troublemakers and miscreants. He wondered if it was wise to leave farm life for teaching not for the first time. Children were evil, he decided a long time ago which is why he preferred the company of his plants over people. ((That's all from me for now.)) Sun, 22 Jan 2012 23:42:26 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1083868 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1083868 Darkfeather21 Lycon and Eastern arrived at the school for another year in training. They exited Lycons van and opened the back doors to let out Leon and Sasha. The wolves climbed out into the crisp autumn air and looked at all the other animals. More here this year than last year, most defiantly. Leon rubbed up against Lycon, and the tall man smiled slightly, rubbing the large silver wolfs head. Sasha refrained from doing to same with Eastern, as the smaller girl hadn't quite mastered being able to touch without shifting like her brother had. Instead, the small amber wolf started to sniff around the grounds, looking for another animal, one she had met last year. She found the scent, and looked up to see the phoenix, to whom she barked a happy greeting. Eastern remained quietly at Lycons side, her small frame even smaller next to him. She wore a sleeveless v-neck shirt, and some tight black jeans and a pair of black and red sneakers, as well as a simple golden chain with a small ring on it. Lycon was dressed in nothing more than a pair of black jeans and combat boots. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:06:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1083931 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1083931 andreeacarmen (Dark it's the medieval setting of the last airbender so the GM said. van and sneakers and jeans dn quite fit in) "Fresher?", Reya asked kindly with a smile a girl just stepping through the gate uncertain. "Sure am. And... you're not.", Alexandra replied after examining the girl who just called her. "Not at all. Stick with me if you don't know anybody around here. Reya, btw, waterbender.", Reya introduced herself being unusually friendly. Guess she felt a bit protective with that girl for a reason or another. "Whoa we could make a hurricane together.", Alex laughed. "Alexandra, airbender, but you can call me Alexa, Lex or Alex.", she smiled kindly at Reya. --- From a window Maya was watching the entire chaos that was starting. She couldn't wait to go to them, she was running out of patience and was wondering when the teachers will be summoned to take over the students. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 03:10:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084103 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084103 masque of reason Reuvan strode into the school grounds, dragging her bags carelessly behind her. She glanced around, looking for someone interesting, and spotted a confident-looking guy leaning against a building. Despite having spent a few years at this school, she still didn't know many people. She smiled to herself. That would change this year. This year, she would make people notice her. It was time to have some fun. She walked over the guy and tried to remember his name. He looked vaguely familiar. Akura? Akiro? Something like that. Giving up, she settled with a flirtatious smile and a, "Hey, what's your name?" ----- Kenmei glanced over the students, keeping an eye out for troublemakers. There didn't seem to be any around yet. Sighing, she wondered how long it would take before she and the other teachers would get started. As far as she was concerned, leaving the students to their own devices was just begging for trouble, Mon, 23 Jan 2012 06:44:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084239 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084239 Mello Keehl Kisah walked into the school grounds, her footsteps uncertain. She hugged the little tiger cub that her foster family had given her tighter. She hadn't understodd why they insisted they take the animal to school, or why they told her multiple times not to touch it directly. Was it dangerous? Would it bite her? So far, the answer would be no, all the tiger had done so far was purr, as it was doing right now. She looked down at the creature in her arms (covered, of course) and gave a small smile. The cub gave her a sense of stability, comfort. Something she hadn't felt in years. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:04:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084260 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084260 Mello Keehl Azrael strode into the school which she had called home for the past three years of her life. Unlike other students, she didn't go home for the summer; there was no home to go to, so why leave, right? Armageddon, her panther, nuged her arm, beggeing to be pet. She smiled down at him. "Sorry boy, can't pet you now." The panther bared its teeth slightly, he had as much fire as his owner. Azrael gave a one-shouldered shrug and continued on, adjusting the strap of the bag she had slung over one shoulder. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:11:33 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084268 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084268 Darkfeather21 ((Sorry, just realized time frame.)) Lycon and Eastern arrived at the school for another year in training. They exited the cart and waited for Sasha and Leon to join them on the ground. The wolves climbed out into the crisp autumn air and looked at all the other animals. More here this year than last year, most defiantly. Leon rubbed up against Lycon, and the tall man smiled slightly, rubbing the large silver wolfs head. Sasha refrained from doing to same with Eastern, as the smaller girl hadn't quite mastered being able to touch without shifting like her brother had. Instead, the small amber wolf started to sniff around the grounds, looking for another animal, one she had met last year. She found the scent, and looked up to see the phoenix, to whom she barked a happy greeting. Eastern remained quietly at Lycons side, her small frame even smaller next to him. She wore a sleeveless v-neck shirt, some tight black leggings and a pair of small red and black leather boots, as well as a simple golden chain with a small ring on it. Lycon was dressed in nothing more than a pair of black pants and heavy boots. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:43:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084301 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084301 andreeacarmen (no worries :) ) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:27:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084348 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084348 IrisInWonderland Jax looked up and let out a caw to the wolf, Aurana turned her head to stare at a red brown wolf barking at the red-gold Phoenix. She smiled and walked over, careful not to touch Jax. He flitted from her wing to land beside the wolf and crooned a greeting. Aurana nodded, "Hello Eastern, Lycon." Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:50:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084386 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084386 Darkfeather21 Easten nodded a shy greeting to Aurana. Lycon responded with slightly more. "Hello Aurana." he called over. Sasha yipped to Jax, sharing with him everything that had happened over the summer. His mistress had finally shifted with no pain. Leon wandered over to his younger sister and nodded greeting to the phoenix. ((Sorry for short post, I'm not sure where to go with this now.)) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:08:50 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084428 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084428 kittygirl27 Naja walked around the campus campus, looking smug. A small fireball danced above his outstretched palm as he looked for an unfortunate water bender to be his next victim. He didn't consider himself to be a bully, per se, just having a spot of fun. Gabe sprinted across campus, hotly pursued by his hawk. "Hey Lycon" he called, stopping to wave to the group that was gradually forming. The hawk landed on Gabe's head, pecking his forehead. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:30:46 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084486 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084486 Beebee2121 Seth followed a girl shifter into the school. "That's a nice panther you've got," He smiled, "They say cougars and panthers are one of the same." He stuck his hands into his pockets and watched Daisy brush up against the stranger. He had seen her around the school before, but never really spoke to her. "I'm Seth, by the way." --------- Sacha moved from his place by the school doors to tend to some sad looking flowers in the garden next to it. He caught a glimpse of Isis standing in the shade of an oak tree and nodded curtly to her. He crouched down with his back facing her and touched the flowers so they bloomed some more. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:31:08 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084488 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1084488 Mello Keehl Azrael continued walking, shooting a glare at Armageddon as he growled at the cougar. "Not now," she scolded the pather before addressing Seth. "Well, Seth, if you want my opinion, they're completely different. Pathers tend to stick to themselves and can't stand others. Cougars, on the other hand, are more open to others even though they don't mind being on their own." She shrugged, absently scrathing the cougar behind the ears. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:41:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1085232 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1085232 ArtsyGal "Would you please move!" Athena snapped, jerking away from her sister. "What in the world is the matter with you?" Althea shot back, yanking the small bag she held back up onto her shoulder, "You've been snapping my head off ever since this morning!" "Excuse me!" Athena lifted her hands, eyebrows arched, voice snotty, "Personal space invaded! I can't even walk more than three feet away from you!" Althea sighed and refocused her gaze on the group of buildings they were approaching. They'd been at it all morning, effectively getting on each others nerves and working themselves up into a frenzy. She dropped back a few feet, realizing that if she didn't let Athena be they were going to make some rather. . . .interesting impressions on their fellow students. Not that they weren't going to do that anyway. They had almost reached the school when Athena broke the silence. Her tone telling her sister that she wasn't feeling quite so hemmed in, the heat and anger finally fading. "Do you think they'll hate us?" She asked, a rather odd question for her. Usually it would have been Althea asking that particular question. "Who knows," Althea shrugged, her eyes clouding slightly, "but we made a deal, remember? Not to tell anyone what we do unless we have to." "Yea, yea, whatever." Athena wasn't going to admit it, but she was feeling nervous. Just the fact that she and her sister had different abilities was enough to turn quite a few people against them. Especially in a place like this. "I suppose we could pretend to hate each other." She finally said, a sly gleam in her eyes. "Right," Althea snorted, "Like it would be hard to believe with the way we've been acting all morning." "I told you I wanted to be left alone this morning," Athena answered indignantly, "But you wanted to start your weird psychoanalyzing thing. Asking me how I felt, what I was thinking, if I was nervous. No wonder I got mad!" "You only got mad once you discovered we were wearing the same outfit." Althea grinned, "Can I help it if we've got good taste?" Athena grudgingly admitted that they did, indeed have good taste. Being identical twins only heightened the fact that they often thought exactly alike. This morning had been no different. Still, Athena had been quick to change into a different outfit, they were identical as it was, she didn't want to match entirely! "I wonder where we're supposed to go," Althea murmured, glancing around at all the others wandering about. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:08:42 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1085656 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1085656 Dreamface767 "Well hello beautiful," Akuro took her hand gently and kissed it like a baws. The two girls who had been talking to him rolled their eyes and walked away in a huff. "What gorgeous eyes you have. My name is Akuro, but you could call me anything your sweet heart desires, like Aki. What's your name?" He smirked. Such lovely ladies this year. Isis winked at Sacha. The one thing she loved more than water was making the Earthbending teacher feel uncomfortable. After a few minutes and when the last students trinkled in, she called out. "All students to the Great Hall for ground rules and area assignments!" She repeated, "All students to...!!" Kishi jumped at the call but she new the teacher's reputation. They didn't call her the Ice Queen for nothing. The Great Hall was a large auditorium space with intricate column-work, stone ivies growing up the sides, statues of previous famous benders and shifters from times long past watching over the students, and other stuff I'll leave you to describe. The shifting teachers were already there. As well as the current Head of the school, who was also the teacher for the Advanced shifting class, Zirus Talmazr. He was in his great bird from, quite literally. Scientifically, for any of those who would like to look it up- Argentavis magnificens. ( http://www.oddee.com/_media/imgs/contrib/c6345.jpg ) The great bird who feasted upon cattle-sized animals. His piercing bird eyes scanned the students as they entered before transforming in a poof of feathers into the old man he was. Some students said he was over 700 years old, others said much more, but he was a kind old man, if vague and unhelpful any other way. "Welcome all." He said in his shaky old man voice. Isis got straight to business. "Fighting will not be tolerated. The forest is off limits- no exceptions. Girls and boys do not room together, no if's- and's- or but's about it. The waterbending classes will take place at the lake. It's a twenty minute walk from here and I do not tolerate lateness." She left the floor open for the next teacher's place and rules. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:24:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1085682 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1085682 ArtsyGal "Well, I guess that answers that question." Althea muttered as everyone moved to the Great Hall. She and Athena slipped in among the others, listening as the rules were laid down. "Ooo, twenty minute walk," Athena whispered, her silver eyes glowing, "Poor you, I feel so sorry for you. I'd get there in five minutes." She leaned closer with a devilish smile, "Too bad I'm going to be too busy to take you." Althea rolled her eyes and smiled at the jab, she didn't mind, at least Athena was in a better mood. "I wonder where you'll be going." She whispered back, watching the group of teachers. She could already tell her class was going to be hard, the teacher was not going to take any funny business, that was for sure. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:39:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1085727 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1085727 Beebee2121 Sacha nervously pulled on his collar and stepped up to the stage. "Earthbending class will be at the expanse of land across from the lake by the edge of the forest." And then he added, "Curfew is at 11 o'clock. All the doors will be locked so no one gets in or out." Sacha stepped back for anyone else to take the floor. ----------- Daisy purred appreciatively. Seth titled his head curiously, "Won't you get lonely? Everyone needs company every once in a while." He walked with her to the auditorium. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:17:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1085982 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=1#forum_thread_comment_1085982 ArtsyGal Athena felt Althea shift, she knew why. Curfew was one of the few things that Althea didn't get along with. She was the type that loved to go out at night, reveling in the silvery moonlight and fresh, dewy air. "Too bad," She whispered to Althea, "You'll have to turn into a morning person after all. Althea gave her a death glare, "Over my dead body," She whispered back, "But I guess I will have to come to terms with curfew. You'll know I'm cracking when I start getting all wistful and dewy eyed at the mention of moonlit glens." Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:32:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086028 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086028 IrisInWonderland Aurana listened carefully, Jax's head tilted as he soaked in the rules. Aurana knew that Jax would never let her break the rules, but when he wanted to, he would go into the forest. He was never one for rules, even if he forced Aurana to listen. Liza and Michael listened carefully. Michael didn't pay much attention, his golden lion was to busy cleaning his claws noisily. He glared at the lion, trying to make him be quiet. Lisa held the cat carrier at arms length, she loved Mittens, but didn't want pain. Reece rolled her her eyes at the rules, like she really cared about them anyway. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:32:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086029 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086029 Darkfeather21 Lycon and Eastern sat with Aurana and Jax, the wolves by their side. The curfew was too bad. One thing the four of them loved was a nice nighttime romp. Well, they'd have to adjust. Lycon continued to watch as the teachers listed the rules, wondering if the dress code would include shirts this year. Eastern just sat quietly, her hair hanging in front of her eyes. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:36:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086042 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086042 kittygirl27 Naja looked bored and half asleep as he listened to the teachers drone on and on. Honestly, the rules were only there so the weak wouldn't get themselves killed. The rules didn't apply to him. He was stronger than that. Gabe listened to the teachers describe the rules, but he was only half listening. No going out at night? How else was Abastor supposed to hunt? Meh... the rules only mattered if you got caught. And the rule about no guys in girls dorms was pointless too. Rules were only made to be broken, after all. He was a hawk. A predator. Rules didn't apply to him. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:59:53 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086102 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086102 IrisInWonderland Jax let out a low, possessive growl and fluffed his wings, shifting from one foot to another. Aurana watched him questioningly, but he just let out a low hiss, as if protecting his Aurana. She raised a hand, offering him a tiny piece of lunch meat. He purred low in her ear, before snatching the morsel with his golden beak. She smiled softly, glad that Jax ate anything she offered him, meat seemed to calm down rather than excite him. As if in proof the Phoenix nestled quietly on her shoulder, cleaning a golden claw. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:05:19 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086127 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086127 ArtsyGal "Let's see if we can't get closer, I want to see what other kinds of shifters are here." Athena whispered, weaving her way through the crowd. How interesting, wolves, a cat, lion, cougar, panther. She kept glancing around, eyeing all the different animals, when she couldn't get through anymore. Glancing around she noticed she'd stopped next to some guy with a hawk perched on his shoulder. ((If it isn't please excuse me, I'm just assuming.)) Turning back to Althea, eyes sparkling, she drew her sister closer, "This is so exciting! Do you see the variety here?" Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:08:39 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086141 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086141 masque of reason "I'm certainly pleased to make your acquaintance, Aki. I'm Reuvan, but you can call me Ru if you prefer. " she answered, slowly drawing her hand back. "I suppose we'd best head to the great hall, although somehow I doubt it'll be as great as your body. I'll catch you later." Reuven flashed him a smile before turning to head inside. She entered just in time to hear the location of the water bending classes. The teacher who was talking seemed very strict. Reuvan wondered how far she could push her. ----- Kenmei stepped forward. "Air bending classes will take place in the area behind the senior girls' dorm. There are several high-rise platforms, and no student is to climb them without a teacher present. There are no exceptions to this rule. Consequences will be harsh for anyone who chooses to disregard this warning." Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:08:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086142 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086142 Mello Keehl Azrael shrugged. "That's what civil chatting is for, right?" She gave Seth a wry grin and stopped just inside the auditorium, leaning against the wall with her arms crossed over her chest. She sighed. It was the same old announcements every year--benders in meeting in places according to their affinities, shifters in classrooms and the forest. Couldn't they mix it up, just for a few days at the least? Anything to get a change of scenery. Hell, even just a change of classrooms would be nice at this point. // Kisah, in an attempt to avoid being trampled on, waited for everyone to fill into the auditorium before entering, finding a place in the back, next to a girl with a panther and a boy with a cougar. Strange. Did everyone have some sort of exotic pet here? Glancing around, she realized that no, only about half of the students had a pet at their side. This lead to the question of just exactly what kind of school had she been enroled in? What were shifters and benders? Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:37:27 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086229 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086229 BigThinker ((So...uh...do I just start? Or do I wait for my character to be approved?)) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:40:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086245 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086245 kittygirl27 Gabe laughed softly, eyeing the sisters next to him. Abastor pecked his forehead, cawing at him. "Hello, ladies" he murmured, smirking. "Who might you be?" Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:51:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086284 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086284 ArtsyGal ((You might want to go tweak your character a little bit, he wouldn't have that kind of outfit.)) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:54:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086299 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086299 BigThinker ((Well, what kind of outfit would he have?)) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:57:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086320 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086320 ArtsyGal Both girls paused a split second. It was a habit they'd picked up after getting annoyed at the fact that they always answered this kind of question at the same time. The only thing they accomplished was a slight pause before they went ahead and answered anyway. At the same time. This time, however, they managed it without speaking over the other. "I'm Athena, and this is Althea," She didn't bother telling him they were sisters, if he couldn't pick up that fact there was something wrong with him. "Hey Althea, we did it!" She turned round, sparkling eyes to her bemused sister. "Yes, indeed we did." Althea smiled, "And you are?" She asked Gabe, admiring the sheen of the hawk. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:57:38 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086321 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086321 ArtsyGal ((Replied in the discussion form so we don't clutter this thread.)) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:58:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086325 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086325 Beebee2121 Seth crossed his legs and leaned on the wall beside Azrael. He was hardly paying any mind to the announcements. He had much more interesting things to think about. He leaned over to her and whispered, "How do you say we do some 'civil chatting' over lunch sometime?" Daisy pestered Armageddon by trying to trap his tail with her paws. For a grown cougar, she still acted like a kitten sometimes. -------------- Sacha groaned inwardly at the thought of the high-rise platforms. Too much distance from the ground made him woozy. He stopped paying much attention after that and scanned the crowd of students with a slight sneer. Not so many Earthbenders this year, but there were a few Waterbenders he hope would keep Isis busy. He nervously glanced over at her. If the students were afraid of her, he was absolutely terrified of her. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:00:25 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086337 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086337 kittygirl27 "Gavril" Gabe told Athena and Althea. "Call me Gabe. This is Abastor" he added as an afterthought, shrugging the shoulder that had his hawk on it. Abastor pecked at Gabe's forehead yet again. "You two are sisters, I'm guessing by the looks of it. What type?" He was referring to whether they were benders or shifters, but realized that that wasn't apparent. "You know... benders, shifters, what kind?" Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:02:48 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086352 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086352 Mello Keehl "Oh, I don't know," Azrael ran a hand through her short, messy hair, exposing a tattoo as she did so. "I guess I can survive." She watched Daisy pesture Armageddon and shook her head. "Armageddon is going to kill your pet," she warned just as her panther's ears shot back and snarled at the other cat. // Kisah observed the panther and cougar with rapt attention. How interesting. They weren't on leashes or anything! She smiled to herself, shifting her attention back to the announcements. Unfortunately, she was too focused so she didn't notice her little tiger wriggling out her arms until it landed on the ground and ran over to the two large cats, mewling and pawing at the cougar. "Hey, wait!" she called after the cub, pushing her way past a few people to reach her tiger. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:09:59 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086389 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086389 ArtsyGal "Sisters? How ever did you guess?" Athena said, eyes widening in innocent surprise, glancing over at her exact image, who was trying hard not to smile. "My goodness, we must be! Though I don't know how you managed to figure it out, it isn't like we resemble each other or anything." She broke off, silvery black eyes become grave and mysterious, "I am of the air." He could take that any way he wanted, it would be interesting to see if he guessed right, besides, she was still rather uneasy about the reaction they were going to get. Althea felt the niggling in her stomach at the question, it had come a little bit sooner than she had wanted. But Athena's answer was anything but direct, perhaps he'd just assume she was an Airbender. She, on the other hand, was going to have to answer directly. Then again. . . . She toyed with the idea of copying Athena, but figured that would only annoy her sister. Summoning up courage she didn't feel see calmly met his gaze. "A bender." She answered carefully, wondering what kind of reaction it would get. Surely he wouldn't do anything in the middle of a crowd. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:10:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086390 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086390 kittygirl27 Gabe wrinkled his nose. "Benders, eh?" He muttered, stroking Abastor. "Shifters are a lot cooler, no offense." Abastor shrieked his agreement. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:13:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086412 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086412 Darkfeather21 Lycon and Eastern rose and wandered through the hall, followed as always by Leon and Sasha. They passed by a girl who was trying to save a cat from some other cats and stopped to watch, Lycon with a bemused smile and Eastern, well, she just looked like Eastern. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:17:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086430 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086430 ArtsyGal "Well, you're entitled to your opinion. And of course you'd think that." Althea answered. She was slightly surprised he hadn't taken it differently. The knot in the pit of her stomach eased. She glanced over at Athena, wondering if she'd drop her little ruse. Athena wasn't looking at her, instead inspecting those around them. She wasn't about to let on that she was a bender. This was more fun, she couldn't wait to see the look on his face when she showed up for class. "So have you been here before?" She asked Gabe, watching as the most adorable tiger cub waddled over to two large cats. ((Sorry, couldn't remember what they were, I knew one was a panther.)) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:18:23 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086434 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086434 ArtsyGal ((Oops, sorry, meant shifter)) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:18:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086435 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086435 IrisInWonderland Bria glared at the fire bird resting on her idiot twin sister's shoulder. Naturally the "Oh-So-Lovely" Aurana got mother's gift of shifting, inheriting the ability that made her mother's favorite. And bonding with a PHOENIX? With a fire bird? She was such a little show off, showing how she got blessed with both her mother AND father's genes. It just boiled Bria's blood every time she saw the ugly thing. Sure Bria had inherited her father's skill for bending, but she didn't even get HIS bending! That low-life, good for nothing fire bender didn't even have the decency to pass on his fire bending genes! No, Bria was a water bender, and a darn good one. She didn't want to be a stupid little shifter who screamed in pain every time they touched a dang animal. Bria didn't scream in pain when the Phoenix touched her. She didn't cry out when changing back from bird to human. Bria wasn't a FREAK that changed shape at all, and if she was, she wouldn't have been a baby about it. No, Bria was better than a freak, better than a baby, better than a normal shifter. Bria was perfect. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:19:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086436 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086436 kittygirl27 "Third year" Gabe replied, smirking. He raised an eyebrow as he watched the large cats interact. "Noobs... if you're going to have to have your animal running about, make sure you don't get it killed..." He smile dat the two sisters. "Pardon me for a moment... Abastor, your turn." Abastor screeched and flew over to the cats, searching for the tiger cub, followed by Gabe. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:24:42 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086477 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=2#forum_thread_comment_1086477 Beebee2121 Seth's eyes flew to the tattoo and then to her face and lingered on her lip rings a little too long. Immanuel's Veins? He had heard of the story and wondered what it meant to her. His thoughts were broken by a snarl from Armageddon. He sighed and berated her, "Daisy, leave 'im alone." He shrugged at Azrael, "I don't know what to do with her. She acts like a kit." Daisy ignored both of them and continued to chew on Armageddon's tail until a small tiger started to paw at her. She stuck out her tongue and licked the whole side of his face so his fur stuck out awkwardly. ((I totally just googled Immanuel's Veins because I know Seth knows what it means, but I don't. Just a heads up for potential fails on my part.)) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:26:31 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086490 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086490 IrisInWonderland Jax tilted his head as he watched the hawk fly into the fight with the cats. He turned to stare at Aurana, an un-spoken question in his eyes. She nodded slowly, and Jax took off being careful not to brush his wings against her face. He ran into the hawk, cawing happily, before flying back into the sky. Aurana smiled and headed towards where Jax flew, she loved watching the red Phoenix fly. He seemed so free. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:28:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086500 kittygirl27 Abastor dove into the midst of the cats, picking the tiger cub up by the scruff of its neck and screeched triumphantly. Gabe smirked and nodded, impressed. "Don't hurt it, Abastor" he called "Just set it down where it won't be trampled." Abastor screeched what could only have been an 'obviously' and set the tiger cub down a ways off from the other large cats. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:36:46 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086538 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086538 IrisInWonderland Jax let out a caw and dive-bombed Abastor, pecking gently at the bird's wing, before taking off into the sky again. He began a spin dive, enjoying himself as he stretched his wings. Aurana let out a small sigh, wishing she could fly. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:40:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086556 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086556 Mello Keehl ((No problem. I'll help, if you want. It's may favoritge book ever. ^^ )) Azrael looked down at Armageddon, her mouth twisting into a line of disapproval. "And you," she adressed her cat. "stop being such a bully. Daisy's just playing." Armageddon ducked his head, chuffing an apology. // The tiger cub rubbed at his face, trying to smoothe down his now messy fur. He made an attempt at a roar, which ended up sounding like a squeak, and leapt at Daisy. He tripped over his too-large paws and stumbled, landing face-first on the floor. "Oh!" Kisah cried, rushiing over to inspect the tiger. "Are you alright?" she picked up the little heap of fur, cradling him protectively in her arms. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:41:50 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086573 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086573 BigThinker ((Ugh. I always fail at introduction posts. Will post in a sec.)) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:43:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086582 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086582 Darkfeather21 Lycon chuckled, then continued walking, the others trailing closely behind. He passed by a pair of girls who looked very similar and stopped again, eying them carefully. Twins, he'd say. Interesting. Twins were rare. Eastern remained at his side, watching the girls with slight interest. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:56:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086646 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086646 ArtsyGal "Don't look now, but I think we're being watched." Athena murmured, watching the boy and girl out of the corner of her eyes. She tossed her head, "No doubt they're struck by our beauty!" "I'd say it's more of the fact that we're identical." Althea rejoined, smiling at the two. "We are, after all, kind of rare." They were shifters, judging by the animals trailing after them, but it wouldn't hurt being friendly. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:01:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086674 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086674 Beebee2121 Daisy watched curiously Kisah pick up the young cub, but kept a paw on Armageddon's tail, signifying she wasn't through with him yet. "I suppose you're right about cougars and panthers," Seth chuckled. "She seems quite taken with him. Or his tail, rather." Seth looked to the other girl as if she'd just appeared out of nowhere. He caught himself before he could say her tiger was cute. He banned himself from ever using that word. Instead, he said, "Reminds me of Daisy when she was a cub. Adventurous and always getting into trouble." Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:02:33 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086680 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086680 Beebee2121 Sacha felt his eyebrow twitch in irritation. The student's pets were running amok in the great hall. He stepped forward and said loudly, "Students, please keep your pets under control. Turning this place into a farm." He muttered that last part to himself and pushed his glasses up his face. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:04:53 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086691 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086691 andreeacarmen Maya came downstairs seeing the teachers' announcements had started. "All fire students LISTEN to me! The FIREBENDING CLASSES will take place in the school's BASEMENTS AND DUNGEONS and the PRACTICE CLASSES in the MOUNTAINS and AIRBENDING groundplace for classes.", she yelled imposingly and overconfident. She had not got icy eyes to freeze the students but those unaccustomed to her would feel an electric shiver in their bodies as her glare aimed them. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:05:26 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086694 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086694 Darkfeather21 The wolves, ever curious, went over to smell the people their charges seemed so interested in. Leon went to one, who smelled of the wind and fresh air, while Sasha went to the other, who smelled of both horse and bird. Interesting. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:05:42 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086695 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086695 ArtsyGal "Oh, you are gorgeous," Athena took the risk of reaching down and lightly stroking the head of the wolf who padded over to sniff at her. She didn't push as far as a second pat, just one to show that she wanted to be friendly, but wasn't going to be pushy about it. Althea stood still, respectfully as the other wolf sniffed her, "So, are we acceptable?" She asked, her smile extending from the wolf to the two people. She was still slightly nervous about them being shifters, but she wasn't worried. "They're very beautiful." Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:10:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086723 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086723 Mello Keehl Azrael grinned. "Poor Armageddon," she crooned. "Is this little cougar going to be your downfall?" The panther bared his teeth slightly in a sort of grimace that seemed to say <em>Well what else can I do?</em> He batted at Daisy's paw, but gave up and collapsed on the floor in defeat. // Kisah looked up at Seth, her eyes dancing. "Really? That's cool," she chirpped, hugging her tiger. "She's got a pretty name." Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:13:01 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086737 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086737 IrisInWonderland Bria rolled her eyes, not really caring. Of course, she completely agreed with Sacha. There was that annoyingly pesky Phoenix playing with a hawk, and the wild cats were running amok. She sniffed and continued brooding over her fate. Her mother had dropped the twins off, like she always did: Telling Aurana to stay out of trouble and to remember she was superior, and then hugging and kissing her, before driving away like she didn't even have a second daughter. Aurana hadn't even inherited her mother's whole gift! No Aurana got her mother's shifting, but her father's fire; while Aurana got her father's bending, but her mother's water element. She rolled her eyes, but it wasn't the element that mattered, it was the gift in general. Bria wasn't wanted. She'd show her. Aurana whistled sharply at Jax, who dived down to land on her shoulder, "Behave," She hissed at the Phoenix, "You can play when we get outside." Jax showed her the golden feather he had stolen from Abastor, and crooned. Aurana took the feather and marched over to Gabe, "Bad Jax!" She scolded. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:13:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086738 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086738 Darkfeather21 Leon considered the question for a moment, then nodded, and gestured to Sasha that they should head back, only to be met by Lycon and Eastern when they turned. The pair had advanced when the girls had been concentrating on the wolf. "These seats taken?" he asked, pointing to the pair next to the girls. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:14:02 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086743 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086743 ArtsyGal "Nope," Athena scooted over a little, "Plenty of room, Gabe was here a minute ago but there's room if he comes back. I'm Athena." She decided to get the introduction over with before she and Althea had to compete to be the first to speak. Althea also slid over, "Are you siblings?" She asked, figuring they must be, the wolves certainly resembled each other. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:16:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086754 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086754 Darkfeather21 "Yep. I'm Lycon Sadi, and this is Eastern Sadi," he said, pointing to himself and his sister in turn. "And they are Sasha and Leon." They nodded as their name was mentioned, the small amber one first, and the large silver one next. "I'm assuming you two are sisters?" Lycon finished. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:21:27 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086773 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086773 ArtsyGal "Why do people keep saying that?" Athena laughed, rolling her eyes, "One would think it would be rather a given. Though, it is nice to hear someone ask, as though you can't tell just by looking at us." She wasn't mad, just slightly amused. "I'm Althea," Althea said, trying to make up for her sister. "Yes, we're sisters, identical twins, actually." She couldn't resist adding the 'identical', but it was said with a smile so that no one would take any offense. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:26:38 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086788 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086788 Dreamface767 ((From this point on, please try to keep all OOC posts in the discussion thread. I know it's a pain having another tab open on that thread, but I would really appreciate it. Also, Mello, I would love it if you separated your character paragraphs instead of having one mass of text. It makes it easier to pick out which character is doing what and a smoother read.)) Akuro raised an eyebrow as Reuvan left. "Hmm...Ru..." His eyes trailed after her as she left and he followed after a few moments to take his seat in the Great Hall. "Ooo, the Dungeons!" He was so used to the dirt field outdoors. He eyed the others around. Twin girls! Oohh, it was his lucky year. Isis eyed the loose animals, her hands clasped behind her back. It took all she had not to douse them with cold water. "Maya," She said, not taking her eyes away from the creatures, "Kenmei already told the students where the airbending classes were being held. If you hadn't arrived late, maybe you would have known that." She turned her hard eyes to the Firebending teacher. "And the forest is off limits. You cannot get to the mountains without going through the forest." All sorts of creatures and evil things lived in the forest. Really, having a school in this location was a terrible idea. Kishi sat nervously in her seat with Oto in his wooden cage. The great bird man intimidated her in his animal form. The old man form wasn't too bad though. The large cats were frightening too. And the teachers. Especially the teachers. She was glad she wasn't a bender and didn't have to deal with the water and fire teachers. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:27:15 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086792 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086792 IrisInWonderland Bria glared at Isis, what right did she have to be a total pain in the butt to everybody? Sure, she was the principal, or whatever they were calling it now, but it still didn't give her the right to yell at everyone. Unless they were a shifter, then she could yell all she wanted. She rolled her eyes, Bria never really cared for Isis's 'rules' and would do what she wanted it to. It was her right. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:30:17 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086808 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086808 kittygirl27 Abastor circled around and landed on Gabe's shoulder, careful not to brush against his skin. He screeched angrily at Jax, while Gabe chuckled. "Keep your bird under control" Gabe chided, teasing her. "Else he might find himself being Abastor's next prey." Naja perked up when Maya started screaming. So this would be his teacher. Boring, he decided, he would probably wind up out-matching her. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:30:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086809 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086809 IrisInWonderland Aurana smiled and held up the eagle's feather to Abastor, "I'm not to worried, Jax can hold his own in a bird fight." Jax flipped his wings as if telling Abastor if he got near enough to eat him, Jax would burst into flame. Aurana smiled, "How was your summer?" Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:33:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086821 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086821 andreeacarmen "I know what I am doing Isis.", Maya turned her lively green eyes to her, "Need to locations for practice. Mountains are perfect to not blow away something and no creature will come anywhere near us when hiking the road to practice classes. Doubt me? Plus, the airbending classes don't take all day, the practice can be set 'till after their classes.", Maya talked too much for her taste. <em>Vague to the students, but don't get teachers on your back.</em>, she created this mentality long ago while a student assisting a 'feisty' fight between two teachers. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:34:59 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086830 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086830 Mello Keehl ((Sorry, I really wish I could, but I can't. Currently, I don't have a computer because it decided to die at the worst possible time. I'm on my phone where the enter key doesn't work and it's hell to make a post for each seperate character which is why I just do this : // )) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:38:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086848 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=3#forum_thread_comment_1086848 Beebee2121 "Thank you. She chose it herself, actually," Seth watched as Daisy moved from chewing on Armageddon's tail to chewing on his ear. She moved her paws around until they covered one of his eyes and his nose. "He won't stand a chance," Seth shook his head. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:39:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086855 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086855 kittygirl27 Abastor snatched his feather from Aurana, sharply pecking her hand. He screeched at Jax and shot up into the air, spreading his wings to their full wingspan to show that he wasn't intimidated by the silly fire-bird. Gabe chuckled as he watched Abastor try to threaten Aurana's pheonix. "Mine was good... pretty boring, actually. Spent the entire time in the forest with Abastor." Naja watched Maya and Isis argue, amused. A small fireball danced above his palm to give him something to focus on other than the arguement. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:41:38 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086865 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086865 Dreamface767 Isis faced her body towards Maya. "You are the Firebending teacher. You have no say where the Airbending classes are held. The <em>actual</em> air teacher already picked his place. Have your classes in the mountain if you like, but the air nomads will not be there!" She could still see the roaming animals, and she <em>still</em> wanted to douse them with water. Arguing with Maya didn't make it any better. So many people with heated attitudes today... Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:42:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086869 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086869 Darkfeather21 "We don't get a lot of twins here," Lycon said. Eastern peered out from underneath her hair, then moved to the floor where she sat with Leon. "Are you both benders, both shifters, or the rarer shifter-bender combo?" he asked, keeping a close eye on the people who passed by Eastern. He stretched, and the many tattoos on his chest rippled. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:44:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086875 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086875 IrisInWonderland Aurana snatched her hand away and wiped the blood off on her dress casually, "I spent most of my time in my room, or out flying with Jax," She smiled, "I spent weeks at a time as a Phoenix so I wouldn't have to deal with my mother and sister." Jax growled at Abastor, and spread his red wings to their span, answering the challenge. Aurana hadn't given him permission to fly, but when he did, Jax was going to peck the sky bird for hurting his Aurana. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:44:30 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086879 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086879 Mello Keehl Armageddon growled, the sound muffled by the large paw on his face. Azrael couldn't help but laugh at her poor panther. "Oh, Armageddon never stood a chance. He's got a bit of a temper, sure, but he won't hurt a fellow cat." she shook her head, a smile tugging at her lips. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:45:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086883 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086883 ArtsyGal Athena grinned, leaned a bit closer, and dropped her voice, "We're the rarer type. But don't tell anyone, I want everyone else to be surprised." "In another word," Althea leaned forward, "She wants to watch as people get really confused by seeing the same person in different spots, trying to figure out which is which." Athena's eyes sparkled, "Well, give me points at least, it's loads of fun!" "And how are you coming along with your shifting?" Althea asked Eastern quietly. She appreciated the way Lycon was watching over his sister, it was good to see siblings bond closely. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:52:28 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086911 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086911 kittygirl27 Abastor let out his version of a laugh and screeched at Jax. The fire-bird wouldn't be able to hurt him. He was a hawk. A predator. Everything else was prey except for Gabe. "Same" Gabe agreed "Same to the flying bit at least... Abastor knows all the best places for flying around where we live." He chuckled. "He did almost force-feed me mice... can't say <em>that</em> was a pleasant experience..." Abastor screeched happily at Gabe. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:53:18 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086916 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086916 Beebee2121 Sacha quirked his eyebrow at Isis and Maya. Like fire and water, the two of them didn't get along very well at all. He took it upon himself to diffuse the situation before it got any worse. He cleared his throat and stepped between them. "Excuse me, ladies,' He said politely. "I wouldn't mind sharing the area where the Earthbending lessons will be held as a practice area for Firebenders, too. Or," He looked between the both of them, "I can forge a safer pathway through the mountains if that is where Maya wishes to hold her lesson there." Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:54:50 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086927 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086927 IrisInWonderland Jax cawed back, he was equally a hunter, even if he could eat anything. He purred, as a Phoenix he got all the nutrients he needed to survive from the sun, absorbing it with his perfect feathers. He cawed again, as if challenging Abastor to go weeks without eating something. Aurana smiled, "Jax forced me to eat berries and a bug," She grimaced, "He said it was the only way for me to experience being a bird," The Phoenix hummed reassuringly at his Aurana, "The berries were tasty, and the grasshopper wasn't to bad." Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:56:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086932 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086932 masque of reason Kenmei surveyed the students. Many of them were talking, and several pets seemed quite out of control. She frowned. The inefficiency bothered her. Turning to Maya and Isis, she said, "Maya's right, the air bending classes aren't all day events. Plus, the area is large enough for both classes. It's not like we have a very large number of students. I'm sure we can share." -------- Reuvan sighed, bored. All these rules. What was the point? It wasn't like she would be following them. And an 11pm curfew? Please. She resolved to hide outside when the doors were being locked a few times, just for the hell of it. She spotted a guy who was playing with a fireball. She knew him, Naja was his name. Perhaps she could make him feel uncomfortable. Walking over to him, she wondered if it was worth causing trouble. "Hey, how're you?" she asked, the boredom seeping into her tone. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:01:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086950 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086950 Darkfeather21 Lycon raised an eyebrow but didn't comment. On the floor, Eastern peeked out from under her hair again at Althea without making a peep. "She's doing alright," Lycon answered for her. "Managed to change without pain this summer. Loves it now." Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:01:21 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086952 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086952 ArtsyGal "Good for her," Althea was talking to Lycon now, but still smiling at Eastern, "I know how hard that can be." Well, technically she didn't, not from experience, but she'd watched Athena go through that whole thing, made her glad she didn't have to worry about it. "That's the pits," Athena agreed, "Such a freeing feeling when you finally get past it though." She picked up on the look Lycon gave them at the confession that they were, indeed, the rarer combo of bender/shifter. They were still speaking though, so she wouldn't push that conversation. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:07:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086969 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086969 Beebee2121 "How very kind of him," Seth felt a smile of his own appear when he saw hers. "I don't think I ever caught your name..." Daisy switched ears having sufficiently gnawed the life out of the other one. Her tail swished playfully from side to side. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:07:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086972 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086972 andreeacarmen "Good for him. After he sets his schedule I will set mine so that we won't interfere. I have no business to share with him.", Maya held her ground looking now away from Isis. Her icy eyes and behavior sure did not impress Her. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:09:44 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086982 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086982 Darkfeather21 "I know it," Lycon said. "So, what's your form?" he asked Athena. "And what level classes are you in?" Eastern stared at Althea with large eyes. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:10:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086990 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1086990 ArtsyGal Athena shrugged, "Rats, you guessed, oh well, there are plenty people left." She grinned at the thought, "Oh, I am a winged beast of elegant, sleek proportions." Althea, still talking to Eastern, despite the fact that the girl wasn't talking to her, leaned forward and dropped her voice a tone or two, "Which, in normal speech means the same thing as a pegasus." "Level? Yep, there was the hitch, I'm not exactly sure, I'm guessing around late intermediate, early advanced, something like that, but I could be wrong. You?" Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:14:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1087005 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1087005 Mello Keehl "I'm Azrael," she introduced herself, extending a hand and flashing her tattoo again. Armageddon nipped at her foot, a low rumble eminating from his throat. He did not like being a chew toy for this cougar who seemed more like a puppy than anything. His tail flicked impatiently, waiting for someone to remove Daisy from his side. ((sorry for the short posts... I'm tired.)) Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:17:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1087010 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=4#forum_thread_comment_1087010 Darkfeather21 Eastern nodded slowly at Althea's comment. "I'm about in the advanced, but I stay in the intermediate classes with Eastern." Lycon said, watching Althea interact with his sister. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:18:27 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087015 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087015 ArtsyGal Althea straightened up a bit, a puzzled look in her eyes, "Oh, do they split up different levels? I assumed they were doing group classes. I suppose that would make sense though." "How many other shifters are here do you suppose?" Athena asked, glancing around, "I haven't seen many others, and, frankly, they're all big cats, predator birds, or your wolves. Not that I have anything against that, but it leaves me kind of in the minority." Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:27:02 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087050 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087050 Darkfeather21 "Well, I'm not sure how the benders do it, but for the shifters, yeah." Lycon said. Sasha nudged him and he started petting her. "There's a phoenix over there," he gestured in a vague direction which just so happened to be the right one. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:33:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087069 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087069 Beebee2121 "Azrael," Seth tested out the name and liked how it sounded. "That's a beautiful name," He shook her hand and let his fingers brush over her tattoo. "I'm Seth." Daisy pushed her foot into Armageddons' face to go with her paws which were now covering both his eyes. She was having too much fun to submit to his grouchiness. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:34:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087075 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087075 ArtsyGal "Yep, like I said, predatory bird, though, I suppose that <em>is</em> closer, kind of an in-between thing." She shrugged, "Oh well, I shall just have to be sheer magnificence in my solitary position." Althea heaved the lightest sigh, "So, how long do you suppose this introduction thing is going to be? So far all I see are teachers arguing among themselves. Not a promising start if you ask me." She glanced back down at Eastern. The girl was pretty with those big, dark eyes, and vulnerable in her quiet way, it was a good thing her brother was sticking so close to her. She glanced over at her sister, annoying as she could be sometimes Althea was glad she was here. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:38:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087086 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087086 masque of reason Reuvan glanced at Naja, and as she waited for an answer she swirled her finger, creating a small stream of water for her to play with. ----- Kenmei sighed softly, glancing up at the intricate designs on the roof. Symbols to represent the four elements filled the spaces between pictures of anonymous shape shifters, most of whom were mid-change. The school's motto, "To learn and improve", was engraved in the centre. It seemed there was a lot to improve about this situation. The students had to be noticing the arguments. Even students weren't that unobservant. Someone was bound to cause trouble soon. Deciding to move things along, Kenmei spoke up, her voice rising above the chatter. "Air bending students, I want you all to head over to our classroom now. No one is to take longer than fifteen minutes.I warn you now that anyone who is late will regret it." Glancing at the other teachers, she added, "Unless, of course, there are any more announcements?" Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:32:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087307 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087307 andreeacarmen (RE-EDIT: Kenmei teacher is a female Will keep it in mind.) "Good for her. After she sets her schedule I will set mine so that we won't interfere. I have no issues to share with her.", Maya held her ground looking now away from Isis. Her icy eyes and behavior sure did not impress Her. Hearing Kenmei she turned and gave her a warm grateful smile. "Thank you for the offer. I will await for your schedule to be ready and then set mine. Sorry, but when working with fire I need space, things tend to get out of control sometimes even with experienced students. Don't want anyone hurt!" Tue, 24 Jan 2012 03:24:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087348 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087348 kittygirl27 Naja let out a frustrated sigh. "I don't like you" he informed Reuvan "Nor do I care for others of your kind." He turned his attention back to the fireball on his palm, making it grow and shrink in accordance with his breathing. He hoped that if he ignored the irritating water-bender, perhaps she would leave. Gabe chuckled. "Berries and whatnot aren't so bad... I live on those when I'm human." Abastor shrieked at Jax, flapping his wings in an attempt to intimidate the phoenix. Gabe scoffed at the two birds and shrugged, smirking at Aurana. "Glad to see you made it through the summer... I'd hate to be the only shifter who's not a land-dweller." Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:43:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087689 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087689 IrisInWonderland Aurana shrugged, "Mom doesn't shift much anymore, and Bria doesn't shit at all. I almost didn't," She whispered to him, they were in the same classes since they were both birds, "Bria thought it would be funny to flood my room one night. If it weren't for Jax waking me up by shifting I would have slept through it." Jax looked at the hawk, and then snorted, he wasn't scared of a small bird. He told Abastor so, flapping his wings and cawing. He would get revenge for Aurana. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:46:30 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087694 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087694 Darkfeather21 "An hour at the least," Lycon answered, watching the teachers. "I'm just listening for the dress code. Want to know if they'll require shirts this year." He looked back to the girls. They were quiet pretty. He hadn't noticed that before. "Hey, you two mind sharing a room with Eastern and Sasha?" he asked suddenly. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:54:59 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087706 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087706 kittygirl27 Abastor hissed and spread his wings to their full 4 foot wingspan, growling at Jax. He wasn't scared of a fire-bird, even if it was larger than him. He was a hunter. He feared no one. Gabe's eyes widened."I... wow.... that sucks, Aur..." He smiled sympathetically at her. "At least Jax saved you... looks like the flame-head's good for something after all." Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:35:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087780 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087780 IrisInWonderland Jax decided he suddenly didn't like Gabe and pecked his finger, drawing a little blood. He cawed up at Abastor, and then tucked his wings behind his back, as if telling them both Gabe deserved it. Aurana tore her dress and held the torn fabric to Gabe, "I'm sorry, he's normally not this ill tempered," She explained, as Jax shook his head, "Here," She began to gently wrap the bleeding finger. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:38:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087783 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087783 kittygirl27 Gabe chuckled, shrugging. "it's fine" he mumbled, applying pressure to his finger. "I've had plenty worse. It's nothing new, and you should see what Jon's dove does to me when I mess with him." A bitter sigh escaped Gabe's lips. "Jon won't be coming here unless we can convince his father that we're not all a bunch of demons. I keep telling him that I'll get him here, even if I have to kidnap him in the dead of night... but now I'm not even sure if it's possible." Abastor screeched angrily at Jax, cuffing Jax's head with his wing. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:46:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087796 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087796 IrisInWonderland Aurana smiled, "I could carry him," She answered with a shrug, before touching Jax softly. She whimpered in pain, but didn't scream since it was getting better. Jax watched as she shrung, her bones cracking as she changed into a red-gold Phoenix. She was slightly smaller than Jax, thinner and more feminine looking, more like a swan than an eagle. She fluffed her wings at Gabe, as if saying she were strong, and then grabbed his arm with one golden claw, gently, and flapped her wings. Phoenix's could carry tremendous amounts of weight. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:48:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087800 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087800 kittygirl27 Gabe's eyes widened for a moment as he was lifted into the air. "H-hang on a sec" he stammered "Thanks, but I-I've got it-" He held out an arm and Abastor landed on his outstretched forearm. Gabe gritted his teeth as his bones and skin cracked and reshaped themselves into the form of a tawny hawk roughly the same size as Abastor. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:52:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087806 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087806 IrisInWonderland Aurana cawed landed back down beside Jax. The male Phoenix gently rubbed his head against hers, and then let out a soft hum. She echoed it, closing her eyes as her bones grew and popped back into place. She smiled, once again the dark haired girl. "See?" She smiled, shrugging. Jax flew back to her shoulder. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:54:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087810 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087810 kittygirl27 Gabe screeched at Jax and Aurana, circling above their heads. He had long ago decided that he preferred being a bird to being human, and much of his summer had been spent learning to spend weeks on end as a bird. Abastor screeched first at Aurana, and then at Gabe; ordering him to shift back. His pesky human always shifted at the wrong times, just to cause trouble. It simply wouldn't do. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:59:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087816 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087816 IrisInWonderland Aurana stretched, tilting her head to the side to hear it crack. She let out a tiny sigh and then smiled at Gabe. She loved being a Phoenix, but she was in school now, safe, where there were rules that were meant to be kept and not broken. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:00:39 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087819 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1087819 ArtsyGal "We'd love to!" Althea answered enthusiastically, "If she doesn't mind, that is." Athena nodded in agreement, "I don't know how they're planning on splitting us all up, so I'm not sure if they're going to have shifters and benders in the same dorms, but if they don't she can stay with me." She rather liked the silent girl, something was very soothing about her. "Oh, that's right," Althea bit her lip, "Well, if they don't let us room together if she needs anything and you or Athena aren't around she could come find me." She was incredibly glad he'd asked, perhaps there wouldn't be any tension about the odd mix of abilities after all. She smiled at Lycon, "Thank you for asking, we're very honored." Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:44:57 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1088029 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1088029 Mello Keehl "Thanks," Azrael smiled. She pulled her hand away perhaps a little too quickly. She tried to avoid physical contct due to a rather unfortunate childhood which ended in no family (even though didn't have much of one to begin with) and her calling Rankin her home. At her feet, Armageddon let out a tempermental growl and nipped at Daisy in an attempt to make the cougar move. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:55:08 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1088256 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=5#forum_thread_comment_1088256 Darkfeather21 Eastern nodded enthusiastically and stood up to whisper something to Lycon. "She says she'd love to, and thank you," he relaid. He was glad they accepted the idea. He trusted very few of the people here. "Oh, Althea, don't expect other shifters to be as tolerant as me. There's quite a lot of tension between the two of us here." He looked around the room some more. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:24:23 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088331 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088331 BigThinker ((Whoa, gone for a day, miss a lot!)) Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:26:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088337 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088337 ArtsyGal Althea's eyes dropped momentarily to the ground, "Yes. . . we had a feeling that was going to be the way it was. Still," She looked back up, "It is nice to know that we won't be <em>completely</em> outcast." "Why are you so tolerant of us anyway?" Athena asked curiously, "We actually weren't expecting anyone to be as friendly as you and your sister." She thought of Gabe but didn't know if he'd been friendly or simply been civil. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:48:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088406 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088406 Darkfeather21 "The entire SaDiablo family is made up of benders of one Element or another." Lycon explained. "We were raised expected to be benders as well, so when we bonded with a pair of wolves when on a hunt one day, it suprised the entire family." He paused for a moment remembering that day. "They disowned our mother for messing around, but kept us, shortening our name to Sadi to lessen the 'shame' upon th family." He growled that word. "Of course, by that point we already knew and liked benders, so we saw no reason to hate them here." Eastern just remained quiet as she watched. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:57:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088427 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088427 ArtsyGal "Well, thank you," Althea said quietly, "It takes courage to take a stand like that." Her eyes flickered briefly with pain, "Athena and I don't know any of our grandparents, they refused to have anything to do with our parents when they stated their intentions to get married. The only time we've ever met them was when they showed up when we were little." Athena snorted, "Yea, and the only reason we saw them then was because they were trying to guilt trip our parents into giving us to our 'proper' groups so we'd grow up the way we were meant. When that didn't work they tried everything from bribing our parents to kidnapping." She grinned, "Shame that they couldn't tell us apart, they were forever grabbing the wrong one and having to skulk back to return me or Althea." Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:11:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088459 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088459 Darkfeather21 "Bet that must have been amusing," Lycon chuckled. Eastern laughed as well, a cute little quiet thing that tinkled like a wind chime. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:17:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088474 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088474 ArtsyGal "Oh it was," Althea giggled, "Picture someone walking along a path, holding a dead snake with the very tip of their fingers, held out from their body with a stiff arm and you've pretty much got the image. I remember once when an uncle brought back Athena. He held her straight out in front of him with as few fingers touching her as possible, head kinked over his shoulder as though she smelled bad!" The laughter dimmed slightly, "Of course, when you really stop to think about it it is really sad. I wonder why we're supposed to hate each other so much." Athena didn't comment, unwilling to let on that it did still hurt that their extending family had wanted nothing to do with them, unless, of course, they were the 'right' one. Instead she focused on the stage, wondering when the shifting classes would begin. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:24:23 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088492 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088492 Darkfeather21 "I think there used to be same legitimate reason for it," Lycon said, watching the stage as well. "But now, I think people just hate each other because they've been raised to." Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:44:15 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088545 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088545 Beebee2121 Seth looked at Azrael curiously for a moment when she drew her hand away. He thought perhaps he cause it when he touched her tattoo, but the reaction was too fluid for it to have been him. Now that he thought about it, he never saw her touch anyone for too long. He scolded himself for reading into things that weren't any of his business and changed the subject. "So, how was your vacation from school? Do anything fun?" Daisy backed away at little when Armageddon nipped at her. She crouched as if she were hunting and planned her next move. Her tail stopped swishing so much, but she couldn't keep it from flicking up every once in a while. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:08:18 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088713 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088713 Mello Keehl "Vacation?" Azrael cocked her head to the side. "What vacation. I don't go anywhere. I stay here with Armageddon just sorta roaming the grounds, doing whatever." She shrugged. It was really rather boring, never getting to leave aside from running simple errands to pick up supplies for the school. When she wasn't doing that, she was usually lounging up in a tree somewhere, reading a book or sleeping. Occasionally, she would get up the nerve to go swimming in the lake, finding inventive ways to get the panther in as well. Armageddon eyed Daisy warily. He yawned, exposing large yellowish teeth, and rolled onto his feet. He gave another warning growl to the cougar and moved to the other side of Azrael, curling up around her feet. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:48:38 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088827 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088827 ArtsyGal "I wonder which one is the shifter teacher," Athena mused, watching the group on the stage. "Yours certainly looks like a sweet, caring person." Althea rolled her eyes at the obvious exaggeration. That teacher was going to be hard to please from what Althea had seen of her. "You'll be lucky if yours can tolerate your mood swings." She retorted, "And if he can't I'll be happy to share some pointers." Athena smiled at her sister, sweet as honey, before turning back to Lycon and Eastern, "So, which one do you think is the shifter teacher?" Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:46:57 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088994 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1088994 Darkfeather21 Lycon eyed the line of teachers, then pointed to Zirus Talmazr. "Him. Zirus Talmazr. He's the oldest living shifter, the current head of the school, and the teacher of the Advanced Shifting class." He didn't add that he was also the largest bird shifter who ever lived. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 19:50:53 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089010 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089010 Beebee2121 Seth raised an eyebrow at her, "You stayed?" He didn't press his luck inquiring further. <em>Of course,</em> He mused and watched Armageddon return to her side. <em>She's a panther, alright.</em> "Well, my mom would murder me if I didn't visit her every chance I could." Daisy followed him despite the warning and sat by Seth's feet. She rested her head on her front paws and blinked at the panther innocently. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:40:41 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089189 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089189 Mello Keehl Armageddom huffed and turned his back on the incessant cat. Azrael looked down at the panther fondly. "Yes, we stayed. I've got nowhere else to go and I don't fancy wandering the streets all summer, so this is where I stay. Guess I can call it a home of sorts," she shrugged. Looking back at it now, Azrael realized how very pathetic and tear worthy her history was. Dead parents at the age of seven, moving in with an alcoholic uncle, leaving Uncle at the age of thirteen to join a notorious street gang, then leaving the street gang and coming here after one too many near-death experiences. She sighed, shaking her head slightly as she threw a split-second pity party for herself. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:54:09 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089230 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089230 Beebee2121 He didn't expect her to burst out in tears or anything, but that sigh was telling. And it told him to shut up. Seth did some damage control, "But, I mean, this is a nice place to stay if you have to. I would too, if I could." He scratched 'home' and 'family' off of his list of things to talk to Azrael about. "Home is where the heart is, as they say." Daisy stared intensely at the back of Armageddon's head, willing him to turn back around and submit to being her chew toy. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:20:08 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089316 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089316 Mello Keehl "Yes, well I can't quite call this <em>home</em> in front of everyone else now can I?" Azrael asked wryly. "It would just make things awkward and for some immaturities, it may hint that Isis is a mother figure, which she isn't." The shifter rolled her eyes and crossed her arms over her chest. "I'd say she'd be more of a caretaker. Honestly, I don't think she has a mothering bone in her body." Armageddon pretended not to notice the probing feeling of Daisy's gaze. As he attempted to take a nap. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:30:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089358 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089358 Dreamface767 Zirus smiled. "My, what a lively bunch of students we have this year~" That single sentence checked Isis and held her back from starting something again with the female teachers. And from pouring water on the students. Isis crossed her arms and rolled her eyes. The rules had been announced, it was time to move on. "Waterbenders, thirty minutes to get to the lake. It takes twenty to get there." With that, she spun on her heel and marched off. Akuro ran his fingers through his hair. "Wait...so do I go to the dungeons....or the mountains?" He had a feeling like they'd burn the whole forest down. If Kishi could feel any more intimidated, she'd pee herself. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:52:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089490 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089490 ArtsyGal Althea's eyes snapped to the stage at the announcement for the waterbending class. Pulling a pair of soft leather boots out of her bag she slipped the darker shoes off. Lacing the boots up with nimble fingers she tucked her bag underneath Athena's seat. "Please make sure that gets put in one of the dorms before you go off to your own class." She leaned over and pecked Athena's cheek before slipping out of the row and heading toward the general direction Isis had taken. "I'll see you all later, good luck with your first class. Oh, and Athena," She threw a grin over her shoulder, "Try not to show off too much!" "Like wise!" Athena shot back, eyes twinkling. It would be more like having her talents drug out of her, she liked the dramatic flair. "So, how do you suppose I find out which class I'm in?" She asked Lycon and Eastern. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:05:23 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089562 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089562 Darkfeather21 Lycon shrugged. "If they haven't changed it from last year, they'll just tell you. Otherwise, I don't know." Eastern gave Althea a small wave as she walked away. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:08:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089573 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089573 Beebee2121 Sacha winced a little when Zirus spoke. He was secretly glad he had intervened. Any longer and the whole place would have been flooded. He assumed the orientation was over and left the space after Isis. Classes would start soon, so he might as well get his lesson plan ready. He smiled to himself. The first lesson was always him throwing boulders at the students so that they could learn to defend themselves. It was his favorite lesson. ------------ "I think you're right about that," Seth said as she stormed out the room. He ducked his head and remembered to be embarrassed when she mentioned awkwardness and immaturity. He might just stick his own foot in his mouth. He quickly shrugged it off and faced her properly. "Either way, I'm glad not to have her as my teacher. Benders, right?" Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:13:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089601 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=6#forum_thread_comment_1089601 Mello Keehl Azrael laughed harshly. "Poor first years are going to come back in tears," she ovbserved, watching a young water bender scamper past, looking absolutely mortified. He didn't stand a chance. "So," she changed the subject. "What are you taking this year?" She was taking an Intermediate class this year, learning how to shift without needing to touch Armageddon. She'd tried it a little over the summer with varying results, but it was still painful. The one downside of shifting. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:24:59 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1089645 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1089645 ArtsyGal The walk down to the lake was extremely pleasant. The small path wound along with the land, edged by soft green tufts, blowing gently with wispy wildflowers here and there. Althea lifted her face to the sun and drew in a deep breath of the clean air, full of the smells of earth, air, and the soft dampness of water. She saw a couple students run by her, an almost panicked look fixed on their faces. She didn't hasten her own pace, however, she'd set a good pace and would get there in plenty of time, and she wouldn't be windblown and out of breath either. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:49:59 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1089748 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1089748 Beebee2121 Daisy continued to stare at Armageddon. "Intermediate shifting, probably," Seth prodded the cougar with his shoe to shake her concentration. He wasn't successful. "I don't have much trouble shifting, it's just coming back from it. I once spent a whole week as a cougar. Daisy nearly ate my tail." Still no response from his pet, "What about you?" Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:55:01 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1089772 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1089772 Mello Keehl "Intermediate," Azrael replied. She crouched down next to Daisy and gently flicked her nose, successfully breaking her concentration. She laughed as Seth hared his little misadventure. "Sounds problematic," she agreed, standing back up. "My first summer here, before beginning school, the entire staff was gone for three weeks and I decided to teach myself how to shift. Can you imagine how that went?" Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:02:10 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1089796 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1089796 masque of reason Kenmei walked out of the hall. She had already told her students how long they had to get to the classroom, and she had no patience for anyone who had managed to miss that message. The airbending area was quite close to the Great Hall anyway. She assessed the area and noted with satisfaction that very little had changed over the holidays. She knew at least one student always stayed behind, and had been mildly concerned that some damage would have been done. There was a grass circle surrounded by ten high-rise platforms. Four five meter ones stood directly next to one another, approximately two meters apart. The rest varied in hight and distance. The diameter of the ring was approximately ten meters, and the ground was soft. Kenmei stood in the centre, facing the path that the students should enter through. ---- Reuvan sighed. As soon as she found something to do, classes started. She made a mental note to annoy this guy later, and slowly walked off. She realised that at this pace, she'd probably be late, but she didn't care. She could hardly start off the year on a good note with her teacher, now could she? She hoped she'd run into another water bender on the way. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:02:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1090027 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1090027 Beebee2121 Daisy sneezed and shook her head. She yowled a little, conveying her displeasure, but left Armageddon alone. For now. Seth rolled his eyes at the cougar. "I can't imagine. In three weeks?" It took him a little over half his first year at Rankin to learn how to shift. The rest of the year he spent as a cougar or trying to keep Daisy from touching him. His shifts were, for the most part, painless. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 07:28:42 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1090282 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1090282 ArtsyGal The lake was beautiful, an expanse of glistening blue water, reflecting pinpoints of sparkling light as the soft wind rippled the surface. Althea closed her eyes and took a deep breath, relishing the smell of the water, the soothing sound of waves lapping at the shore. She didn't see anyone as she glanced around, perhaps the teacher was someone else alone the shoreline. Settling on a warm, smooth boulder in an outcropping of rocks Althea decided to wait where she was. Chances were someone would be by before too long, or the teacher would show up and let her know if she'd come to the wrong spot. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:13:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1091289 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1091289 Dreamface767 Kishi fidgeted in her seat nervously, waiting for the shifting teachers to announce the locations. She was in the beginners class for sure. Glancing down at the lizard in the cage, Oto gave a low growley sound and looked back up at her. - Akuro shrugged and headed outside. He'd try looking for other Firebenders and see where they went. If all else failed, he'd just skip class. Nothing he hadn't done before. - In a split second and one swift move, Isis brought her hand from her hip, out in front of her and diagonally across to her other hip. Water from the lake followed the movement with the purpose of soaking Althea. If she was hit, great; if not, good for her. Either way she'd end up dry- either by avoiding it or by using her skills to draw the water from her clothes. "Wrong spot." Isis turned and walked further down the shoreline. A few students were already there and waiting, looking like scared puppies. And Isis was going to turn them into wet dogs. "The first test will gauge your skills," Without pause, Isis walked out onto the water. Small ripples undulated from each footstep. She paused about 15 feet away from shore. "How far you make it before you sink tells me where to start with you. Begin." Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:03:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092305 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092305 JJ89 Michael hurried onto the school grounds, berating himself. He'd been looking forward to starting at Rankin, and then he had slept in. Late, and on his first day too! His mother had been worried that, by starting when he was sixteen, he'd be behind the others his age, but he wasn't bothered. He'd done some air bending studies with his father, and he wasn't concerned about being the best. His main aim was just to get out of his town. It was incredibly boring there. He spotted a woman who looked like a teacher standing on a lake and walked over to the shore near where she was standing. "E-excuse me," he called out. "I was late. Could you please tell me where the air bending class is?" Thu, 26 Jan 2012 03:15:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092382 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092382 kittygirl27 Naja rolled his eyes as Reuvan walked away. He continued to make the fireball shrink and grow above his palm, wondering when the crazy fire-bending teacher would announce their class. If nothing else, he was eager to yet again prove his superior skills. Chirping at Jax, Abastor sharply cuffed hawk-Gabe's head. There was a cracking noise as Gabe's bones and skin shifted back into those of a human, and he smirked at Aurana as Abastor landed on his shoulder. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:13:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092716 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092716 IrisInWonderland Bria stared at Isis, and then stepped onto the lake. She had been practicing, bending the water to her will to keep herself a float. Reece wandered around, a ball of fire jumping in her hands. Where was she to go? What was she to do? No one had really told her where to meet for classes. Aurana stared at Gabe, "Having fun?" She asked, waiting for Shifter classes to be announced. Jax tucked his wings behind his back and purposely turned his head away from Abastor. He didn't like how Gabe smirked at his Aurana, it was ridiculous. She was to sweet to be smirked at. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:19:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092725 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092725 Darkfeather21 Saleem Dorestand stood up on the stage and looked around carefully, eyeing all the shifters. "All those in the intermediate shifting class, meet in the courtyard in fifteen minutes," he called out over the din. "It takes thirteen minutes to get there from here." He smiled and walked off the stage, heading for the courtyard, wondering who would be late first day. -- Lycon and Eastern looked up as a teacher called for the intermediate class. "Well, that's us," Lycon said to Athena, rising to his feet. The wolves stood with the shifters and followed them out of the hall. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:53:15 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092767 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092767 Beebee2121 Seth looked up to Mr. Dorestand as he announced the meeting place for the intermediate class. "I'd better go," He told Azrael. He prodded Daisy, who was having a nice long brood, and stood up from the wall. He called back to her as he walked away, "Don't forget our scheduled civilized chat over lunch!" --------- Sacha watched from afar as Isis terrorized her students with large swaths of water. He saw a few of his students poking around in the halls, but none of them were where they are supposed to be. He busied himself by building the boulders he was going to throw at his students as soon as they arrived. He focused on the ground and with both hands in fists, made a strong down-up motion. The ground sank and sprouted two large hunks of earth about the same two times the size of his head. He did this multiple times, producing several boulders of different shapes and sizes. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:26:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092830 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092830 ArtsyGal Althea sensed the water coming before she saw it, she did not move, however, and as the water reached her it split apart, as though cut by and invisible knife, leaving her as dry and calm as she'd been all day. She didn't stay to watch the pretty rivulets wander back into the lake, the teacher wasn't going to take any nonsense and she didn't want to get on her bad side the first day. Walking over to the shoreline she watched as one of the other girls stepped out onto the lake. She almost smiled, but kept it to herself, this was one of her favorite pastimes. Of course, she'd had to learn this trick pretty quickly, as her sister had taken a twisted delight in dropping her in the lake whenever she allowed Althea to go flying with her. She raised a hand, hoping the teacher wouldn't take it has a hesitation, "Excuse me ma'am, did you want everyone to do it at the same time?" Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:55:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092967 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1092967 masque of reason Reuvan could see that the water bending class had started, but she didn't hurry. She was already late. A couple of extra minutes wouldn't make much difference. She dawdled along, reaching the lake just in time to hear a boy asking where the air bending class was. She smirked, hoping he'd get yelled at. His back was turned. He said he was an air bender. He might notice in time and deflect the attack, but the opportunity was too good to pass up without even trying. Reuvan drew her hands back and sent a small ball of water in his direction. ------ Kenmei began to pace slowly around the ring. She did not appreciate lateness. There was very little she needed to do to prepare for her lesson. As long as she knew what she wanted to accomplish by the end of the lesson she was set. The details could be developed as the students practised. That way they could be adjusted. She absent-mindedly played with streams of air as she walked, pushing them around in front of her. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:47:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093392 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093392 andreeacarmen "Firebenders come!", Maya said in an unusual soft, calm voice and she started walking to a staircase leading down to the dungeons. As she stepped down she kept 2 fingers on the wall leaving trails of fire. Surprisingly the fire traveled up to some torches lighting them as she stepped further down. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:13:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093643 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093643 ArtsyGal After stowing Althea's bag safely in one of the dorms Athena took off after Lycon and Eastern with a smooth, loping gait that looked effortless, yet managed to cover the distance in an amazingly short time. "Mind if I tag along with you two?" She asked, grabbing a handful of her hair to tie it back from her face. The closer they drew to the trees the more excited she became. <em>I wonder what we're going to do first?</em> she thought to herself, her steps light and springy with the excitement that nearly bubbled out from her. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:20:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093656 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093656 andreeacarmen After directing the newcomer she had easily and rapidly became friends with Reya headed to the lake. She was there in no time. She knew the teacher by now it wasn't her first year so she wasn't unprepared, but quite eager. Reya took her place on the shore waiting for the teacher's instructions; hands to the back, feet a bit spread, body tensed. <em>It's time again.</em>, she said to herself anxiously. -- Alexandra ran to the platforms and got there on foot gasping for air. Why hadn't she used her power? She felt so stupid at times that she could make things easier for herself but yet she complicated them more. The teacher was already there, but no one else other than her. She hoped she wasn't too late, for late she knew she was. First year, first class. <em>Let's see how this goes.</em> "Forgive me Miss... am I late?", she shyly made her presence known. She was still breathing hard. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:30:17 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093682 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093682 JJ89 Michael jerked around in surprise when the water hit him. He saw a girl standing behind him smirking. "What was that for?" he asked, annoyed. He didn't want to make himself later than he already was by having to change his clothes, but he wasn't happy with the idea of showing up to class dripping either. He briefly considered retaliating, but dismissed that idea. It really wasn't worth it. He hoped the teacher on the lake would direct him to his class before the girl did anything else. He took a good look at her, making sure he'd remember her. He decided to avoid her as much as possible in the future. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:11:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093830 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093830 andreeacarmen Rolling her head around, Alexandra observed the amazing view of the school's domain. <em>There's the lake too.</em>, she thought excitedly about Reya wishing her success. She immediately noticed a sort of 'nagging' on a student. What was happening? She decided to try her power and use air to bring to her the echoes of their conversation. <em>A lost airbender.</em>,Alex bit her lip. Reya told her about competition between students and about her teacher. He was going to get it bad. She shrugged the thought of sending a long breeze to him. <em>Too daring, disrespectful, annoying to the teachers?</em>, were the thoughts slowly talking her out of it. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:20:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093848 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093848 masque of reason Kenmei ceased pacing and looked over at the girl who had spoken. She raised one eyebrow and answered, "I think you are already aware that you are late. Given that this is your first day, and considering the fact the the other students have not shown up yet, I shall not punish you this time. But in the future, I expect you to arrive on time." She paused, considering for a moment, then raised her hand to her shoulder and slashed it forward, pushing a blast of air at the student. It wasn't a very strong blast. She might manage to block it, but if she didn't, it would probably knock her over. "Air bending can be used to attack people, and can be necessary to defend yourself. I expect you to take this class seriously. My name is Kenmei. Students here don't address me as miss. What is your name and why is your breathing so heavy?" ----- Reuvan shrugged, laughing that the boy. "Just for fun," she smirked before walking away to stand next to a girl she recognised as Reya while she waited for Isis to tell her what to do. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:32:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093866 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=7#forum_thread_comment_1093866 kittygirl27 "Finally..." Naja muttered under his breath "something to do..." He extinguished the fireball dancing above his palm and wandered in the direction of the dungeons, following Maya. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:30:01 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094004 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094004 Elle Wolff Kyrin Enler and Kyte Sharsa had rushed onto the campus as some of the last students to arrive - after all, they had only found out the day before that they had been accepted into the school, and had to make a hasty journey to the school. They had stood near the back of where all of the kids were gathered, watching the different bender and shifter groups go off one by one. Finally, a woman called for Firebenders, and Kyte took a long, deep breath, then glanced at her companion. "So . . . this is finally it . . ." She took a another deep breath, then smiled slightly at the Earthbender. "<em>Finally</em>. I always wanted to learn, ever since we found out . . ." She lowered her voice slightly, just in case anyone might overhear. They had to be careful about what they let slip, just in case it sounded . . . "odd" to the other students and the teachers. Not that Kyrin's uncle was here, or had people here. Or even that he knew that Kyte herself was a Firebender, or even that she was so close to and with Kyrin. But still, they had to be careful about what they said, not matter what it was. It might have been odd to the others that she hadn't always known she was destined to be a Firebender, anyway; after all, she and Kyrin were both currently dressed in water tribe clothes, very odd attire for an Earthbender and a Firebender - especially since they were traveling together. Kyrin nodded slowly, glancing around, wondering if the Earthbenders had been called and he just hadn't heard it. "Yeah . . . good luck." Kyte smiled slightly and nodded. She reached out a hand and squeezed one of his in her own, then turned around and ran after the other Firebenders. Kyrin sighed slightly and looked around again, trying to see if he could possibly spot an Earthbender (or at least a teacher) in the large mass of students. ((Blurp. Yep. XD)) Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:52:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094366 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094366 andreeacarmen "Thank you teacher Kenmei. I am Alexandra Windsor. And I am breathing so heavy because I ran all the way here. I am aware I am late, but in the Great Hall a commotion was created and got lost. A senior student directed me here.", Alexandra replied promptly. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:31:59 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094570 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094570 andreeacarmen Reya felt uncomfortable with that girl sitting so close to her. Could she have found another place? Why her? <em>Hate naggers.</em>, that probably even more bcs she had recently made friend an airbender. She wanted to reply to the boy, but she waited for Isis to talk. Isis was hot tempered. --- The dungeons were not the small narrow type as usual. They were large, like playground terrain, spooky, but spacious. Maya but her finger on the ground and fire flowed from it like a river all across the room, between students. Some found some holes in the ground and stayed burning on the floor and the others lit up the torches. Maya waited for all firebenders to get settled. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:38:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094580 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094580 masque of reason Kenmei gave a small smile. She appreciated the girl's directness. "Very well. The first thing we need to do is establish your level. There should be another air bending student here soon, but until then you can work directly with me. To begin with, defence. Do not counter attack yet. Just block. I'm going to attack you. The time between the attacks will decrease and the intensity will increase. If at any point you want to stop, just say so. Understood?" Without waiting for an answer, Kenmei drew back her hands and began sending bursts of air towards Alexandra. The plan was to continue until the girl was either knocked over or asked to stop. Over the years, she'd found that this was a safe, effective pre-test. In Kenmei's mind, defence was a more important skill than offence. You can't attack if you're dead. ----- Reuvan turned to Reya. She hadn't spoken to her much at all over the past few years and barely knew her. Of course, it was possible that the girl already disliked her. That idea was hardly far-fetched. "Hello," she said, testing where she stood in Reya's opinion. "How're you?" Fri, 27 Jan 2012 01:05:18 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094717 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094717 andreeacarmen Alexandra's body immediately took a defensive position and prepared. She blocked the attacks easily; it seemed the teacher was taking her easy. She was prepared for much worse as she had been pushed a lot back at home. --- "Hi there. I am fine thanks, you?", Reya asked mentally rolling her eyes. <em>Seriously? This is a question inviting for this answer. Saying more than that would raise eyebrows.</em> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 01:18:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094729 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094729 masque of reason Kenmei noticed with approval the ease with which Alexandra blocked her attacks. She increased the power and speed, and then lifted her arms either side of her body and began sending attacks on both sides, although she kept them a couple of seconds apart. She could tell the girl was used to being pushed, and was glad. It would certainly make things easier for her, as Kenmei did not permit slacking off. ----- Reuvan resisted the urge to sigh at the generic answer. She much preferred people who gave odd responses. Of course, this was hypocritical of her, as she often asked generic questions, but she really didn't care. "Oh, I'm alright," she answered, shifting her weigh from one foot to the other. "I'd be better these classes had some sparring with people who had different abilities. Affinities with different elements, I mean. Or even shifters. They may not be as good as us, but it'd be an experience. Fighting's my favourite part of bending." Fri, 27 Jan 2012 01:55:30 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094736 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094736 andreeacarmen "I am simply excited to start. Though, I can't say I don't share your feelings, at least partly. I'd love combining my powers with an airbender and create a hurricane.", she said it as it was not a big deal. "And I'd like trying my powers on a firebender.", Reya grinned excitedly. -- Alexandra put a knee on the ground suddenly, created an air shield and when the air waves almost hit her she pushed the shield into them breaking the attack. She was always reproached the fact the she doesn't learn the formal tactics, but it seemed catching some side tricks from various fights and benders helped. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 02:07:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094746 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094746 masque of reason Reuvan smiled back. "It figures we'd get the harshest teacher. I wish they'd get us someone who wasn't batsh*t insane. Although, I guess that wouldn't be quite as fun." She glanced out at the lake impatiently, her desire to get started growing. She began to fidget. Reuvan was terrible at waiting. "So why'd you end up at this school?" she added as an afterthought. "And what do you think about them having shifters here too?" ----- Kenmei raised an eyebrow at the unorthodox technique but didn't comment. The girl was pretty good. It was time to move on. "Close your eyes," she instructed. "Sense the attacks." She dropped one arm, ceasing one side of attacks and drew her other arm back to the middle of her body, increasing the intensity but keeping the rate of one attack per four seconds and sending them directly at Alexandra front on. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:35:44 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094880 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094880 andreeacarmen "I donno maybe as you said diversity? Anyway, I don't see anyway a shifter could get any close to me if I capture them in a water bubble. It's too easy. But anyway, haven't faced one in battle so who knows? And as for the other question, this school is well, the very best, and my tribe sent me here to become the best, which I intend to.", Reya replied in a simple conversational tone. She wasn't up for discussion but she didn't let it show. Why wasn't the teacher starting though? Isis was the one with low patience so far. Oh well... -- Alexandra closed her eyes and tried not to focus, just feel. Focusing was her weak point. She felt the waves coming, just like a wave before hitting the feet. She was ready this time to use a technique of her tribe. She placed one foot in front of the other, her hands a bit above her chest, close to each other. When the attacks neared, she cut the air with her hands. "Blades!", she said determined frowning a little. The counterattack she submitted was on the form of airblades cutting the airwaves of Kenmei. Her hands kept on moving fast dodging the attacks. It was a counterattack move and she kept it in low intensity so that Kenmei would be reached only by a breeze and not an attack. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:50:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094952 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1094952 IrisInWonderland Bria kept herself on the water, staring with complete boredom at Isis. She had always been one of the teacher's top students, and she knew why. Her dedication, her skill, her perfection. Reece followed the fire teacher into the dungeons. Aurana stared, still wondering where the beginner shifter lessons would be held. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:53:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095126 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095126 Elle Wolff Kyte followed the Firebending teacher and the other Firebenders into the dungeons, and glanced around when she stepped inside. A shiver instantly ran down her spine, and for a terrifying, fleeting second, she had the instinct to run right back out. A dungeon. For what everyone believed to be true about the tyrannical regent of the earth kingdom that she was from (she believed the "rumors", too, and of course her beliefs were only heightened by Kyrin's stories), she might just end up in a dungeon one day for what she was doing. It made her feel trapped, and if anything else, helpless. Kyte frowned and inched her way inside as more Firebenders came in. She hated feeling helpless. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:58:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095135 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095135 andreeacarmen Maya waited for the students to settle and passed her hand through her hair twice. "Before we start I have a few things to communicate to you.", she said pausing to see if she had caught up their attention. She was talking normally and on a grave tone. "I.do.not.care about the other rules you are not even expected to obey,",she continued rolling her eyes, "but when in my company when I say You Have To Do something I Say, you do it, otherwise you can question me as much as you want. Not listening to me will result into 2 things: me getting pissed and your death. If you get me pissed, only two things can happen: I am going to ship your ass where you came from without excuses or you get to the infirmary first and then where you came from. Understood?", Maya said it so casually, but she was dead serious about it. She had that reputation; the previous year she had sent back no more no less than 10 students. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:17:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095173 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095173 andreeacarmen Reya got bored and decided to step on the water. The coolness of the lake was so welcomed. She then sat down, crossed her legs, closed her eyes and started shaping thin threads of water above her and surrounded herself with intricate water models and shapes. It required a lot of focus doing that so detailed and holding on to each thread while making another without touching the previous ones. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:21:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095182 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095182 Elle Wolff Silva: Kyte frowned slightly, but then wiped her face of emotions, thinking that it was probably best to just nod and go along with what the woman had said. She was obviously one not to cross, and Kyte had no intention of doing so. Kyrin had told her not to stick out, in no way, shape, or form, so she stuck to nodding along with the rest of the firebending class. She wasn't sure if she was going to like it at this school or not yet, but it <em>was</em> a good place for her and Kyrin to hide. In a school, right in plain sight. If his uncle was looking for them, he wouldn't think that they would be hiding in a school; he would assume that they were trying to hide somewhere more inconspicuous, maybe in the woods, in a large city. Somewhere were they might not have the problem of standing out. Here, however, since it might have been a little more easy for them to be noticed, it would be more easy for the two of them to notice anything . . . out of the ordinary. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:25:08 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095189 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095189 kittygirl27 Naja rolled his eyes, pushing a lock of fiery orange hair off his face. "Who died and made you queen?" he muttered, not caring that he was probably making an enemy of the fire-bending teacher. "The fact that you mentor us doesn't make you the dictator." Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:31:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095206 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095206 andreeacarmen "Okay let us begin then. There are only two rules to stay in this class. 1 as I said earlier you listen and do what I say, 2nd you have to like your element. If there is someone here hating his/hers element then scram!", Maya said scooting for any odd expressions and reading each student. Most firebenders were cocky and confident, exactly how she loved them. "Who is here for the first time come to front. Move quickly!". she ordered. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:33:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095213 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095213 andreeacarmen Maya simply smiled at Naja: "Maybe the ones I killed? No one called me mentor as far as I know and yes I am the dictator in this class. You don't like it beat it.", she replied calmly. She had met many such students before. "Suits yourself anyway, I have nothing to lose." Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:36:33 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095217 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095217 kittygirl27 "I'm not going to challenge you, if that's what you're looking for" Naja replied coolly, smirking slightly. "Other than the fact that you're more than a few years my elder..." Naja scoffed, shrugging "You're not even worth the effort. Killing only shows weakness and lack of self-discipline. There are better ways to establish superiority." <em>Like this</em> Naja smugly thought to himself. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:39:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095223 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095223 IrisInWonderland Reece watched with fascination, leaning against the wall of the dungeon. She remembered being a new student, how she had hated it and wanted it to end. Now, she was happily good with her element, and could do some pretty cool tricks she had learned from her father. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:42:23 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095228 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095228 andreeacarmen Maya stood silent and grinned. She had not even meant that. Firebenders were so hot headed and turned words to suit themselves and understood only what they wanted. It was fine with her. She had learned to deal with such, she was in control of her temper much more than the time she had arrived there as a student. It was no worth wasting her breath and energy on that. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:42:33 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095229 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095229 andreeacarmen "Okay freshers, answer me who can bend fire only having a firesource and who can create fire directly and bend it?", Maya carried on; her eyes sparked with excitement. It was her favourite part. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:46:14 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095233 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095233 kittygirl27 "Does this answer your question?" Naja asked dryly. He held a hand out in front of him and concentrated, making a fireball appear and dance above his palm. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:47:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095234 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095234 IrisInWonderland Reece rolled her eyes, show off. She smiled at her hand and gently blew, causing fire to spark and dance on her fingertips. It was her favorite part, watching the freshmen try to make themselves look good. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:50:21 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095237 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095237 andreeacarmen "Good. Now put it out. Anyone else?", Maya said casually. If he had tried to impress her it had the least effect. Even those who could not do that, she'd manage to bring them to that level in 2 weeks or less. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:50:28 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095238 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095238 andreeacarmen "That is a nice trick.", Maya admitted with one of her rare faint genuine smiles to her other student. <em>Girls have class, what do you know? </em>, she mentally laughed. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:52:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095240 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095240 IrisInWonderland Reece smiled at Maya and nodded, she had taught Reece how to do that a few years ago, "Thank you Ms. Maya," She answered, closing her hand into a fist and shutting off the flames. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:53:44 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095244 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095244 andreeacarmen "No 'Miss' type of calls.", Maya said watching the other students. One of them ignited his hand on fire and started shouting like crazy and the other created fire and fell from his hand. Maya sighed deeply. She'd have to work a lot with those. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:55:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095247 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095247 IrisInWonderland Reece bit back a laugh, staring at the freshman. She herself had never been so careless, she could remember concentrating, begging the fire to appear like it had over summer. And letting out a tiny sigh of pleasure when it sprang to her hand for a split second, before vanishing. She stared at her hands, now she could sustain the fire for a long time, even if it wasn't as long as Maya could. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:01:54 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095260 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095260 Beebee2121 ((War har har! I think you've got your threads mixed up!)) Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:04:02 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095265 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095265 andreeacarmen Maya put out the fire of the kid and gave him a fire trail to lead him to the infirmary. "Now shall we Really begin? Any volunteers?" Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:06:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095268 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095268 Beebee2121 Sacha had finished making his boulders but still lacked the students to throw them at. He watched enviously as doused her students in water. Huffing impatiently, he marched across the lawn back into the school to pick out his students himself. He found a group of students still milling about inside and yelled, "Earthbenders! Outside! NOW." Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:08:25 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095269 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095269 andreeacarmen (i shouldn't but I think i will make an earthbender too.) Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:10:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095273 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095273 andreeacarmen Aditya followed the Earthbending teacher closely. He didn't want to stand out and make himself a negative reputation. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:28:17 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095284 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095284 andreeacarmen (elle? why?) Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:37:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095293 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095293 Elle Wolff ((No, actually, I don't have the wrong thread . . . xD I've worried a lot about that because I've done that before, but no. XD If anyone read the section about their histories you might know. xD It's kind of unfair to ask that, since nobody else made a history section and none of them are long, but I guess if you want to understand what I'm talking about. Andddd. I posted "Silva" at the top. That's what I get for posting in THAT RP too much. Har har. XD)) Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:40:53 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095362 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=8#forum_thread_comment_1095362 Elle Wolff Kyte pursed he lips and glanced around as Naja and Reece demonstrated their firebending skills. She was nowhere near as good as either of them. She hadn't even practiced much before. Sure, there were those times when she and Kyrin went off into the woods, and he'd practice earthbending and she'd practice firebending. But that was all sloppy and clumsy and unorthodox. Here, she might have the problem of sticking out - she didn't have much skill and she was a little bit older. But still. She had to pretend like she was completely in control. *** Kyrin glanced around when Sacha spoke, and slowly began to make his way outside. So what would this bring? He wasn't exactly sure, and he wasn't excited to find out, but he tried to keep himself calm just like Kyte was. Why was he so nervous, anyway? There was no way his uncle would catch him here. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:49:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095370 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1095370 Dreamface767 Isis' brow furrowed. Never a good sign. Without visibly moving, for her foot was underneath her gown, she sent a move under the water that would suck Reya into the water, at least breaking her concentration. "I did not say to show off. I said to walk." She thrust one arm out and sent a thin sheet of water at the two chatting students, "I did not say to chat, I said to show me how far out you can make it," She looked at the lost Airbending student. "And you walked in on the wrong class." She thrust her remaining arm out and sent a path of ice from the lake, under the Airbender's feet with the purpose of knocking him over onto it, and continued it to the air fields. She lifted her arms up and down once which sent a wave through the ice, so if he was now on his rump, it would slide him- rather rapidly- to the Airbending fields. If he was lucky, he wouldn't get an iceburn on his rump. Her attention turned back to her students. "Now <em>walk</em>." One student was able to make it a few steps before she started sinking deeper into the water, like she was stepping into pudding. ------- Akuro grinned. Firebending woman teacher was one of his favorites. He snapped his fingers and a flame popped up like a lighter. Next please. He contemplated sparring with a student just to start up some trouble. --- Kishi looked nervously at the shifting teachers. The beginner's instructor called out the location- one of the larger classrooms and she followed her. The woman looked very serious and Kishi was worried. She glanced down at Oto who gave one of his gurgly lizard growls in return. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 01:48:31 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1096801 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1096801 andreeacarmen Reya sank into the water in a bubble and jumped back up on the surface of the water. "I was delayed. Didn't catch the last instructions.", Reya said walking comfily on the lake surface as instructed. She was soon to reach the middle of the lake. --- "Good Akuro.", Maya said again. "Okay many of you are already in an advanced stage. I want to show you what we will be doing today so I need a volunteer.", she said seriously glancing all the students, with her deep eyes and straight face. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 02:02:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1096814 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1096814 JJ89 Michael's eyes widened in surprise as he slid to the air fields. Seriously, how does a woman like that get to be a teacher? He shook his head. Well, he thought, at least it was a quick trip. He stood up, slightly shaky and still wet. Today was not a good day. He saw a woman who he assumed to be the air bending teacher attacking a student and started to wish he hadn't come. This was unlikely to end well. Standing up, he hesitantly walked into the circle of platforms."Excuse me?" he stuttered out. "Is this the air bending class? I'm Michael. I'm new here." Well aware that he was not making a good impression, Michael did his best to steady his voice. "I'm sorry for my lateness. I got lost." Sat, 28 Jan 2012 03:12:41 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1096840 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1096840 masque of reason Kenmei ceased testing Alexandra and turned all her attention to Michael. "This is the air bending class. This is a serious class, and I expect it to be treated as such. In future you will arrive on time, and you will not arrive wet. I expect my students to look at least mildly presentable. This display of carelessness is unacceptable." Kenmei briefly considered punishing him, but then had a better idea. "I assure you, my bad side is not a place you want to be. Alexandra, your defensive skills seem to be quite good. Now let's see where you stand at offensive. You two, stand across from each other. Alexandra, attack him. No serious injuries, but don't shy away from making him feel it. Michael, defend what you can." ----- Reuvan strode confidently onto the lake, laughing at the student who had started to fall. This was a trick she was used to doing. "Don't we get anything complicated?" she muttered under her breath. She watched the water below her feet and smiled. As much as she longed for a challenge, she did enjoy this. On the water, she felt at home. Next to fighting, this was the best feeling. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 03:46:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1096855 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1096855 andreeacarmen Alexandra stopped and grinned widely at her new task. She curved her back, flexed her knees and brought her hands close to her neck. Suddenly she knelt and her fist hit the ground causing a violent air wave to head to Michael. She wanted to sweep him off his feet. -- "Careful what you wish for.", Reya said softly to Reuvan. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 03:55:37 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1096859 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1096859 IrisInWonderland Bria yawned, walking around the lake as if she owned it, "Not at all," She whispered to Reuvan. She took a little half step, and then a full one, almost skipping around the water. She wanted something harder, and contemplated using her skill to send a poor freshman into the water. Reece stared at Maya and wondered if they were going to do anything besides watch the Freshman try and fail. She blew on her pointer finger tip, causing a small flame to flicker. She stared at it, before dancing it across her hand, across her knuckles. She loved playing with fire. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10:51:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1097178 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1097178 andreeacarmen Reya was getting close to the other shore of the lake. <em>I mean seriously? Come on Isis torture us, but make us DO something.</em>, she thought frustrated. -- Maya turned to Reece. She felt really confident about the girl and she certainly wasn't shy about her skill either. Maya eyed her and said: "Come in front. What is your name?" Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10:55:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1097187 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=9#forum_thread_comment_1097187 Beebee2121 Sacha nodded curtly as his students started for the class area. He turned on his heel and briskly walked outside again and waited by his boulders. He fixed every one of the students who came in with a sneer. Once they were all in place, he began with the lesson. "I'm going to throw these rocks at you and you're going to defend yourself using any means possible. Understood?" Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10:58:10 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097190 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097190 andreeacarmen Aditya smiled at Sacha's challenge. He had trained himself that summer. He wasn't brilliant with it, but that much he could do. He took his defensive position, sitting on his knees ready to hit the ground. That was a trick he enjoyed. <em>Ready.</em>, he said in his mind like the teacher could hear him. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:03:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097198 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097198 IrisInWonderland Reece stared at Maya. Seriously? She'd been going to this school for three years. Maya had taught her how to sustain and control her flame since she was a tiny freshman. "Reece," She answered, stepping closer, "Reece Hannigan?" She kept the tiny flame on her knuckle. Bria touched the other lake, pivoted, and began leaping to the other shore. She loved showing off, but this was to easy. Every time she took a step, she solidified the water enough to hold her weight, before letting it go when she took another step. She wasn't even wet yet. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:09:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097206 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097206 andreeacarmen (sorry about Reece. And I am taking over Isis for a minor intervention) As Reece came closer to her in the light, Maya felt like facepalming. "Yes, Reece.", Maya said without apologizing and went back a few meters creating a fire ball. "I throw it to you, you catch it without putting out the flame and throw it back. Hand to the hip level. Understood?", sahe said without waiting for the approval and threw the fire to Reece. -- Isis looked at the show offs and yelled at Reya and Bria: "If you feel so good about yourselves why don't you come over here?" Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:14:17 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097215 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097215 IrisInWonderland Reece stared at the fireball, and kept her hand at her hip. She narrowed her eyes at the flame, and stopped it in it's track. She gritted her teeth and sent it back to Maya. She had never been great at forcing fire to stop without using her hands, but knew they'd be useless hanging at her hips. She watched the flame change it's course and head towards the teacher. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:16:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097220 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097220 andreeacarmen Maya caught it and sent it back. "Keep doing it. Faster!", she said raising her tone. -- Reya headed where Isis stood. Who was the other show off she called? Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:24:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097230 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097230 IrisInWonderland Reece glared and stopped it faster, and threw it back. She tried to keep the speed fast, but she wasn't very good yet. She had seen firebenders who could do this faster than normal, but she wasn't there yet. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 12:46:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097325 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097325 andreeacarmen "Increase the speed gradually, the intensity of the fire ball and as you do so, throw it back higher and higher 'till your hand reaches the chest level.", Maya instructed, catching the ball. She made it bigger just before she threw it back faster at Reece. -- "Bria, here today!", Isis frowned irritated at the girl. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 12:49:41 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097330 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097330 IrisInWonderland (I think Isis is someone's actual character. . .) Reece smiled, that would be easier. She concentrated on the fire that seemed to burn within her, and caught the fire ball with her hand, adding to it with her flame. It grew, and flickered, before she nodded her head at Maya, sending it flying to the teacher. She was good at increasing flames. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 12:56:09 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097341 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097341 andreeacarmen (she gave us the permission to use her chara in minor situations to go ahead with the RP. i will just reply a task for the students and we will continue without it further) Maya mercilessly increased the speed and her hand gradually rose above her abs. She noticed Reece was slowly getting the move, but she wanted her to be faster and she pushed her in that direction. She felt the intensity increase in the fireball. Good, she was comfortable with that. As the height of the fireballs grew the 'catch' game seemed to transform into a defense-offense game. When catching the ball you had to take care to not push you back and send it back faster and stronger to catch the opponent with a low guard. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:02:22 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097352 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097352 IrisInWonderland (Oh OK) Bria walked up to Isis, "Yes, Miss?" She asked, throwing a bit of attitude in her voice. Reece caught the ball, and intensified the flame, making it the size of an average pumpkin, and threw it back to Maya, bending her hand to send it flying off of it. She smiled, enjoying herself. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:04:38 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097362 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097362 andreeacarmen "Take a bit of a distance between each other. Defense - Offense! One attacks, the other defends and tries to launch an attack before she gets assaulted again. That, while keeping your balance on the lake. The one who falls into the water first loses.". Isis talked ignoring Bria's impertinent reply. -- Maya half smiled with one corner of the mouth. The flame grew bigger once sent back unexpectedly. It grew once more in the air before reaching Reece. Her hands were at her chest now, but she needed only one. Now it was about time to see how long can Reece stay in her place before getting pushed back. "From this point on, when you feel you can't block the fireball speak! I'd hate you stay in the infirmary for weeks. ", she added grinning. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:11:46 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097382 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097382 IrisInWonderland Reece grinned at Maya and gave a half nod, catching the fireball. She made it grow a fraction before sending it back. She put all her force into it, and a second before Maya would be able to catch it, it grew and increased in intensity. Reece blinked, and concentrated on keeping her fire burning so she wouldn't get to hot if the fire moved, and she concentrated on keeping the flames contained to the size she wanted. She wasn't going out until she had too. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:16:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097391 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097391 andreeacarmen Maya grinned widely and caught the fireball easily. <em>Oooo, not bad Reece.</em>. She doubled the fireball's power. It became really small, but incandescent. Maya threw it back from her chest just as she would do with an attack. It Was an attack. She hoped Reece could hold at least a few throws at this level. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:27:22 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097425 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097425 andreeacarmen Reya took some steps further from Isis and from Bria and took her position. When Bria would be on her spot she would attack first. She was ready for it. Inside her adrenaline was pumping again now and she hoped Bria did not excel in speed so that she would have the advantage of the first hit and not have to become defensive from the very start. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:29:18 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097432 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097432 ArtsyGal So, if the forest is off limits where are the shifters supposed to meet? Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:31:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097441 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097441 ArtsyGal ((*facepalm* Sorry, forgot I was on the RP and not the discussion thread)) Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:32:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097444 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097444 ArtsyGal Althea was enjoying the jaunt on the lake. The bottoms of her feet were delightfully cool and tingly, the soft breeze catching wisps of her hair. After walking straight across she didn't know what she was supposed to do, so she decided to walk around it, far enough off of shore to still be on the water, but close enough that she could get a feel for the layout of the land. Halfway around her second circuit she heard Isis yelling and watched as two of the others were instructed to stop showing off and begin a sparring match. This ought to be interesting, at least she'd be able to see what kind of skills her fellow waterbenders were capable off, and if she better start worrying or not. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:32:44 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097447 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097447 IrisInWonderland Reece gestured with her hand and sent the fire ball flying from her, around the top of the students heads and towards the back of Maya's. She smiled, there was nothing in the rules about that, she technically threw it back. She threw even more fire at the ball, making it grow white with the heat. A few beads of sweat dotted her forehead. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:34:14 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097454 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097454 andreeacarmen Maya couldn't help laugh at the way Reece was getting her way around it. She set herself on fire and let the fireball hit her immersing herself in flames. She directed then the flames on her right arm, then in her hand in a white fire ball. She shot at Reece, then after one second she shot again and again and again faster and stronger without stop trying to push Reece back. "Smart move indeed, but as I said previously, follow my instructions. I haven't asked you that.", Maya raised her tone. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:39:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097465 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097465 IrisInWonderland Reece shrugged, "You said to throw and catch it," She caught the fire balls in her hand, piling them into each other to form one big one, "I caught it and threw it." She then concentrated and condensed the fireball into a small white flame, that gleamed as if a mini sun, and threw it at Maya one last time. She was sweating like crazy with the effort. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:14:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097700 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097700 JJ89 Michael fell as the air wave hit him. Speed had never been his forte'. He hit the ground and was glad to notice that it wasn't very hard. He jumped up immediately and shifted into a defensive position. Now that he was prepared, he felt more confident. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:17:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097710 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=10#forum_thread_comment_1097710 andreeacarmen Maya did not catch the ball this time, she stretched her hand to the max and hit the ball which bounced back to Reece. "At me, not behind me!", Maya raised her tone again. -- Reya's hands moved in the air, instead she hit the water with her leg, creating a medium height wave to engulf Bria. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:20:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097720 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097720 andreeacarmen Alexandra had not stopped there, once back up on his feet she sent her air blades. Two of them X crossed. She made them pretty sharp, but she was careful enough to not be too powerful as the teacher instructed. She wanted so badly to unleash herself, so she waited for the counterattacks so that she could fight back. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:22:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097728 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097728 masque of reason Kenmei sighed in disgust at Michael's poor performance. She refrained from chastising him and waited for Alexandra to launch her next attack. This boy's incompetence was fast irritating her. --- Reuvan smiled. Well, she thought, if Reya and Bria got to fight, then she'd do that to. She walked over to Althea, stopping about five meters away. "Sounds like sparring is the next step," she said, "and you seem pretty confident with walking. Want to give it a shot?" Without waiting for an answer, she raised her hand and shot a ball of water at Althea. She kept it small, testing how Althea would react and how fast she'd do it. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:28:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097753 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097753 IrisInWonderland Bria grinned, and let the wave wash over her, holding out her hand to stop it from hitting and knocking her over. She took measures to make sure she didn't fall, and made the lake spin around her legs to hold her steady on the water. She then smiled at Reya and sent a stream of ice her way. Bria wasn't going to lose to some ninny. Reece shrugged, "It was to you, just to your back," She answered, dodging out of the balls way and bowing, "You win again." Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:31:54 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097759 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097759 JJ89 Michael swept his arm in front of him, creating an air shield to block the next attack. Sure that if this kept up he'd end up on the ground again, he sent an air wave back. It was fast but not as strong as he had been trying to make it.. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:35:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097773 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097773 andreeacarmen "This ain't about winning or losing.", Maya replied stopping the attacks. She turned to the students. "Group two by two. I want you to do the same. Create a fireball and throw it at each other starting with a low height and a steady speed. When you are comfortable with that, increase speed and power of the fireball and bring your hands slowly to the chest. Gradually the fireballs will begin to push you back. Your task is to resist them and send them back as fast and as powerful you can. No tricks allowed. To the Front of your opponent, not the back.", Maya glared once at Reece, then she walked to her. "How tired are you?", she asked on a low tone. --- Reya parred the ice stream by vaporizing it in an instant. She glared at Bria. She wasn't weak, but neither was she. She created a tsunami and gathered more and more water into it, trying to pull the surface Bria was standing on, then she sent it to her. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:39:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097782 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097782 andreeacarmen Alexandra let herself low on the platform just as before and created an air shield which she used to push back the attack at her rival. Then she jumped in the air. It was only to distract him and guard him up for nothing when an air wave at the base of the platform headed towards him again. She landed back when the wave was about to hit him. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:42:19 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097799 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097799 IrisInWonderland Bria grinned and felt her feet move, but tightened the grip the lake had on her feet and watched the huge wave. She raised a hand and stopped it, before sending it back to Reya. She had practiced hard for a reason, to be perfect. Reece shrugged, "I'm fine," She answered, rolling her shoulders back, "Just a little woozy," She smiled, "Sorry about the whole back thing. It just came to mind, and I acted." Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:50:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097840 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097840 Beebee2121 Sacha kicked up a boulder and sent it rocketing towards Aditya's head. He wasn't going to go easy on any of them as a test of strength. Also, he was pissed off that they had come so late. Daylight was burning and he could have been almost through with this lesson. He stomped his foot and pushed the air in front of him. A few more boulders rose into the air and flung themselves at the students. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:54:10 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097863 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097863 andreeacarmen Reya let the wave come to her. It went through her and hit the shores. Reya came out of the wave nicely keeping a bubble surrounding her. Not bad, but she was not a quitter. Reya attacked once more. Water threads came out of the water grabbing Bria's legs trying to pull her down in the deep. At the same time she solidified the water around her on a diameter of 10 metres just in case Bria thought of the same. --- "It was not bad, but that is not for today. What do you want to do next? You already did the exercise. Anything you need to practice before the others are done?", Maya asked. She didn't sound compassionate, just she hated some slacking. In this case she was slightly impressed with Reece, but she had a maniac desire to push her furthermore. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:55:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097872 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097872 andreeacarmen Aditya hit the ground hard and the earth rose in a thick wall in front of him. He had dodged the rock as he planned. It worked, this time. He had practiced that trick far too many times. He hit the wall once and it went down as he waited the teacher make his next move. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:58:14 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097880 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097880 IrisInWonderland Bria grinned and forced the water to shoot her up. She back-flipped and landed back on the water, wrapping it around her legs again and freezing it. She then glanced at Reya and raised two columns of water, each column spinning in the opposite direction. She smiled and sent both flying to opposite directions, guiding it with her hands, so she could still have control over them when they attacked. Reece shrugged, "Whatever you wish," She answered, she could keep working, the fire inside her still burning with excitement. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:01:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097893 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097893 andreeacarmen Reya let herself low and covered herself with water like in a shield and she waited. Her 10 meter territory was still under her control. -- "What do you face more problems with?", Maya shrugged glancing the other students and nearly yelled at one who almost allowed himself to be set on fire. She sighed, that was about to be one hell of a year. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:05:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097910 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097910 IrisInWonderland Reece shrugged, "Moving fire with my mind, instead of my hand," She answered, "Stopping it from hitting me," She smiled, "I tried to practice, but my mother was always busy." Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:07:38 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097914 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097914 ArtsyGal In the few seconds the ball of water took to reach her Althea turned and corrected her stance. The ball of water was small, so she could tell the girl was testing her out. She hadn't met this girl yet and didn't know what she was like, but Althea rather appreciated the fact that she hadn't started with a full blown attack. The ball had almost reached her when she lifted a hand and gave a graceful twist, instead of changing course the ball continued to approach. Just when it would have hit her it lengthened and spun, twisting around her like a ribbon of water. "Sure," She answered the challenge with a smile. Fluttering her fingers it streamed back into the lake. But she had not released it, for, almost imperceptible, three different sections of water threaded their way toward Reuvan, barely rippling the surface of the water. Those who didn't know water wouldn't notice, and if they did it would merely look like an eel traveling just under the surface. Reaching where Reuvan stood it came spouting up, twisting much in the same way the water ball had, around Reuvan's legs. She kept the level of water a bit lower than usual so that it wouldn't be as forceful as possible, yet retained enough strength that it might threaten Reuvan's balance if she didn't have enough concentration. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:08:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097922 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097922 andreeacarmen "Let's start with stopping fire from hitting you.", Maya suggested. "The exercise we did before will just do the trick if you rehearse long enough, but when you can't stop it anymore, ", Maya grinned while pausing to observe Reece's face, "you let it hit you. Just as I did before. You control fire, not fire controls you, you are Fire, why would fire hurt you. Understand?", Maya stopped to see if Reece would understand where she was getting to. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:12:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097939 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097939 IrisInWonderland Reece nodded, "OK," She straightened her back and stared at Maya, letting the fire she knew inside her burn, "Let's go." Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:14:22 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097948 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097948 andreeacarmen Maya turned her hand to hers and reached it. Her arm set on fire and it slowly traveled to her hand and then to Reece's. "Does it hurt? Don't forget, be one with the fire, make it yours, don't try to reject it.", Maya explained focused on Reece's body reactions. --- When the water pillars approached Reya they hit the water surface she surrounded herself with. From the water bubble, Reya grabbed the two pillars making them her own extensions and turned them against Bria. One of the pillars surrounded the ice Bria caught herself in and broke it while the other grabbed her by the waist to pull her down with the face into the lake. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:19:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097973 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097973 IrisInWonderland Bria laughed and reasserted her control of the pillars and destroyed them, sending them into the lake. She then concentrated to the water by Reya and began to manipulate is softly, gently bending it to her will. Turning it against Reya. Reece stared at the fire on her arm, it tickled, but didn't hurt, "No," She answered, "It doesn't hurt." Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:25:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097996 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1097996 andreeacarmen Reya jumped and hit hard with the legs the surface of the water making it obey her will. The water slid down to a clean calm surface just as before. "Like your style. Who are you?", Reya asked. She hadn't bothered with names and making acquaintances before. -- Maya intensified the fire and made it grow higher on her arm, then her shoulder and surrounded her neck. "The instant you feel pain you say it. Got me?", Maya warned Reece. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:29:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1098019 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=11#forum_thread_comment_1098019 IrisInWonderland "Your doom," Bria answered before pushing all the water under Reya out from under her and backing it up, like Moses parting the Red Sea. She then let go, washing the water over Reya. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:31:48 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098029 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098029 IrisInWonderland Reece nodded, keeping her eyes closed as she relaxed. She let the fire inside her go bubble towards the surface. It seemed to be her friend as it listened, heating her flesh, but not burning it . Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:32:42 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098032 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098032 andreeacarmen Reya let the water wash her over as it was a casual shower. In the end she was still standing. "I think I will call you Miss Arrogance Kills.", Reya laughed and she used a water whip to grab a hold of Bria's hand and she pulled her to her trying to control the water she stepped on to slide easier. -- Maya extended then the fire fast without taking her easy and slowly as 'till now. The fire extended to her other shoulder and hand really fast and across her chest. Then she waited. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:42:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098060 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098060 IrisInWonderland Bria laughed and easily brushed the whip away, her eyes flashing with anger as she concentrated, making a huge ball of water and ice. She knew it was dangerous to throw ice at someone, but this was a battle. She threw the huge ball at Reya. "I think I'll soon be calling you a loser," She taunted. Reece shivered a bit before closing her eyes tighter. She bit her lower lip and concentrated, controlling it. It was fairly easy, and Reece wandered if they'd soon move onto her moving the fire with her mind instead of keeping it from burning her. At the same time, this was getting difficult. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:48:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098075 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098075 andreeacarmen "You wish." Reya grinned as she manipulated a huge pillar out of the lake and hit the water-ice ball, before heading it back at Bria. (wa do we do? Reya is a stubborn ass and Bria I don't she'd quit for anything in the world. How will this ever end? :)) ) -- "Good.", Maya encouraged, before spreading the fire on her entire body, amazingly fast without even giving it a second thought. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:53:22 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098086 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098086 IrisInWonderland Bria grimaced and stopped it, sending it crashing into the lake, causing a huge wave to hit Reya. She smiled, and blocked the wave hitting her to send it towards Reya instead. She was getting a bit tired, but not nearly as tired as she would have last year. She pulled strength from the lake, a trick she had learned over the summer. (I don't know. Bria won't quit, I guess one of 'ems going to get tired or Isis will interfere. Since I doubt the teacher would do that, I guess we just wait) Reece let out a startled gasp, but quickly gained what control she could. She took a shaky breath before she gained control over the fire. She could feel her ankle smart, and wondered why she hadn't worn blue jeans instead of a skirt to class. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:57:08 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098096 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098096 andreeacarmen (hmmm. Reya is not going to get tired very soon. She gets overwhelmingly tired after adrenaline drains out of her body and she looks like she had ran a marathon. The fight still fuels her adrenaline.) Reya's favourite trick: waves being hit at her. It was the first thing she learned as a kid to leave the waves flow through her, become one with water. It was easy parring the next attack. Reya knelt and hit the water with the fist pushing a water column in the depths of the lake then directed it to Bria. It came right beneath her. --- Maya saw in that a green wave to carry on and she intensified the fire, as she extended it to the girl's head as well. She made the fire move, undulate, shape, move, travel across her body. A few students stopped their exercise and gasped 'wow's at the teacher and Reece. "Did I say stop?", Maya yelled at the without even turning. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:05:19 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098110 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098110 IrisInWonderland Bria let the water take her into the air before flipping off of it and letting it crash around her. She formed an ice slide, and slid behind Reya, to direct six water balls to fly at the girls feet, wanting her to lose balance. Reece kept her eyes closed, kept her breathing even, as she exerted her control over the flames, beads of sweat formed on her forehead, as she concentrated. She wasn't going to stop until she could barely hold on, and she knew this was increasing her stamina. She took another deep breath. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:10:37 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098127 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098127 andreeacarmen Reya closed her eyes and tried something she hadn't practiced a lot before. Her body slowly became see through as Bria came closer. The first water balls went through her body just as they would through the lake. It was an advanced technique however and she couldn't hold it for long. The last 2 brought her down, but she sustained herself at the surface a bit dizzy still. -- Maya made her last move and surrounded Reece in a complete fireball and removed her land letting the fire do its work. Reece was learning fast, but this was in a safe environment, she was there and Reece had time. How would she handle the technique in a fight where time isn't on your side? Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:16:48 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098144 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098144 IrisInWonderland Reece let out a startled gasp, and her eyes flew open to stare at the fire. The burn on her ankle smarted, and she was pretty sure she had a burn on her knee, but she could feel her hair floating in the flames. She took another shaky breath, and wiped at the sweat on her forehead. The fire was still there, but it didn't burn her anymore. She lasted another five seconds, before the fire soaked into her skin, and she fell to her knees, gasping for air. Bria glared and threw more water balls at her, using the water underneath Reya. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:19:59 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098152 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098152 andreeacarmen Reya got on her knees and built up a water cage to surround her. She was dizzy. The hits were at the back of her head and they had been strong enough to dazzle her. --- Maya knelt and placed one hand across Reece's back and threw one of hers on her shoulders lifting her on her feet before grabbing her legs behind her knees with her other hand. She lifted her up and gazed at the students. "Carry on. I will return within minutes", she said and went up on the stairs. "To the infirmary with you.", she said slowly to Reece. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:26:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098165 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098165 IrisInWonderland Reece shook her head, "I'm fine, just a little dizzy," She argued weakly. Bria smiled and kept it up, slowly sinking Reya as she kept drawing water from under her to pelt her with the balls. She knew that they were bouncing uselessly off the cage and back into the lake, but Reya could only hold the cage for so long. She grinned a sadistic smile and continued her attack. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:29:41 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098171 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098171 andreeacarmen "Those burns need to be treated elsewise they will get a very nasty infection and I won't allow you in class for weeks. Clear?", Maya shot back at Reece raising her eyebrow. "Tell me Reece, what is a firebender's biggest rival out of the 4 elements?", she asked just she continued her class. The staircase opened in the Great Hall and she took other stairs going to the upper levels. -- Reya narrowed the cage 'till it fitted her like a suit and used it to pull herself out of the water. Any projectile hit the outer layer of water and got absorbed by the water armor. Reya was in a defensive mode with her armor, but she slowed down and thought things coolly. She would shoot back a bit and defend herself waiting for Bria to get tired. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:36:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098193 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098193 IrisInWonderland "Water?" Reece asked nervously, she didn't think the burns were to bad, she glanced down and groaned, the burns would have put a normal person in the hospital. Bria glared and concentrated on the water surrounding Reya, wondering if she could control it herself. If so, she would freeze it, making Reya' temperature drop. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:39:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098199 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098199 andreeacarmen Maya grinned. "Is that a question of an answer?", she rolled her eyes. She hated insecurity. "Why?", she asked waiting for her to bring arguments to her answer. -- Reya felt the water nearby freezing. She wasn't that weak and thankfully that stupid to use something Bria could turn against her. She couldn't make the entire lake her territory yet and dominate her opponent, but she had control on the water 'till a considerable distance. Any armor a waterbender wears is in communion with his/hers owner. It seemed Bria didn't make her homeworks. That gave her an idea. She popped a water bubble surrounding Bria and tried to close it fast and freeze it before she could react just like Bria wanted to do to her. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:45:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098217 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098217 IrisInWonderland Ms. Doris, the beginner shifter teacher, smiled at her class room. The grades ranged from new freshman, to fourth years. She smiled at those she knew, and then changed into a gorilla, and then back. She smiled again. "That is called a shift," She droned. Aurana suppressed an eyeroll. Reece shrugged, "Well water can put out fire, and it just seemed to make since. Then again, firebenders could prove dangerous if you were fighting against them, because of this," She gestured to the horrible burns, "Firebenders don't tend to feel their burns, and like you said, these could become nastily infected," She smiled, "Of course airbenders can be used to a firebenders advantage," Reece loved talking, "Because oxygen feeds fire, and firebenders can use the air to fuel their own fire. Earth benders can be dangerous if they're advanced enough, but really they're not the biggest rival. I'd say either water or fire, depending on the person." Bria glared at the water bubble and formed a smaller one around herself and heated it up. Causing it to begin melting the freezing water. She then grinned evilly at Reya and sent the burning water her way. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:51:17 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098230 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098230 andreeacarmen "That is a good judgement. You are right about the air and that is not the only way an airbender can help. But I will keep that for another class. As for the opponent dear a firebender can always revive the fire no matter how many times the water puts it out and you can heat the water enough to hurt seriously a waterbender. I vote for the Earthbender. You seem to sort of ignore them. We deal with flame which is not something solid, hence harder to control, an earthbender bends something solid which might be even harder. Thing is, can fire go through soil and rock? Don't plants have enough water stored inside themselves as well?", Maya grinned and looked ahead. She waited for Reece to speak again. -- (burning water? can waterbenders do that?) Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:00:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098251 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098251 IrisInWonderland (It's turning it into a gas. I'd think they'd be able to heat up the water, but not able to use fire. It's a matter of speeding up the water molecules.) Reece thought about it for a second before nodding, "I suppose, but don't forest fires start all the time? I think it would be a simple matter of dodging the rocks and distracting the earthbender long enough to attack directly. Besides, if you can make a fire hot enough, it can melt the rocks." Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:03:26 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098258 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098258 andreeacarmen (oh okay. thank you :D) "It takes time. You don't have that privilege in a fight. And that is dry wood dear most of it. An eartbender wouldn't use that against you so that you can turn it against him.", Maya laughed at her word repetition. She reached the infirmary and placed Reece on the bed. "Nurse! Ankle and knee.", she raised her tone authoritatively. -- Reya yawned and vaporized the wave. (need sleep. have to go dear Iris even though I AM HAVING A BLAST with you here :D) Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:09:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098279 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098279 IrisInWonderland Reece smiled at the nurse, "Fire bending class," She shrugged, "What can I say, I love it hot," She teased, before turning to Maya, "I suppose, but then again, if you were fighting two firebenders against an earth bender, the time would quicken, and then it could work." Bria grinned and twirled, surrounding herself in a spinning water column and grinned. She then sent water "Frisbees" Flying at Reya's head. (Night) Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:12:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098291 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=12#forum_thread_comment_1098291 ArtsyGal Athena had to fight the urge to skip when they entered the sectioned off area for the intermediate shifting classes. The space was a wide, open field with plenty of room for the students to spread out. It was covered in thick, soft turf, perfect for any potential crash landings. Dotted here and there were groupings of boulders and logs, perhaps some sort of obstacle course? She didn't see the teacher anywhere, perhaps he'd gone to round up some of the other students. "So," She turned to Lycon and Eastern, "what do you think we'll be doing first?" Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:17:33 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098302 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098302 andreeacarmen "I am talking of one to one fight, but yes you are right. You will see more for yourself at the mixed classes. Tell me afterwards which element you found more provoking.", Maya challenged Reece. --- The 'frisbees' hit the armor and got integrated in it. Reya laughed.. She loved Bria's stubbornness and she knew she had found her godmother in that aspect, but she wouldn't give up so easily, not until she wanted to. She promised to herself to never be in the situation to say "enough" because she couldn't handle anymore. She pushed her limits always like a maniac; the expectations from her were also sky-high which explained her behavior. (nitey-nite Iris :) ) Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:18:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098306 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098306 IrisInWonderland Reece nodded, "Yes ma'am," She answered, wincing as the nurse placed salve on her knee and ankle. "It's a nasty burn miss," The nurse answered, "What were you doing?" Her tone was condescending. Bria let out a giggle, she loved pushing people to her limits, and Reya was proving to be a challenge. She thought of her as she thought of Aurana, just some strong-willed girl who needed broken to Bria's power. She kept up the frisbees, they were a low-key attack, but one that kept her busy. She wouldn't tire throwing frissbees at the armor, and the water column was easy to maintain, and making her attacks stronger without tiring Bria. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:21:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098319 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098319 andreeacarmen "Just Maya.", she rolled her eyes. "Nothing more, nothing less than what she came here for. Just do your job.", Maya gave the nurse an ugly look. Like she expected the classes to go on clean and nicely. Some people were so ignorant. This wasn't a reading class. The only danger in that is to get bored reading. -- Reya didn't even need to move the armor became stronger and bigger with each frisbee it swallowed. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:27:32 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098335 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098335 IrisInWonderland The nurse glared at Maya, "Of course," She sneered, wrapping the bandages. Reece smiled, "Yes Maya." Bria glared and then stopped attacking to stare at Reya. She seemed to be telling the girl that she would wait forever, eventually one of them would tire out, either Reya, who had to deal with holding the bulk of armor together, or Bria, who only had to deal with keeping the water spinning. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:34:59 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098354 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098354 Mello Keehl Azrael took her time walking to the clearing where intermediate classes were being held. She never bothered herself with trying to be on time since she knew she could get away with it. She had learned early on that, despite her teachers saying otherwise, she was an exeption to the rules. What could she say? Living at Rankin gave huge brownie points. Armageddon padded along at her side, his tail swishing contentedly, and his ears swiveling around to listen for mice scurrying around in the underbrush. Azrael finally arrived, late as usual, but found that only a few other Shifters were gathered in little groups, chatting away. The teacher wasn't here yet. Strange, most of the teachers here were all about punctuality, so there must be a new teacher this year that she hadn't met ye,t however odd that may be. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:29:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098501 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098501 Mello Keehl ((No! Azrael's in the advanced class, not intermediat. *facepalm* Why do I always do that?)) Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:31:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098513 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1098513 masque of reason Reuvan watched the streams of water travel towards her. She had learnt to pay close attention to the water a long time ago. She gave a small smile. This girl's pretty good, she thought. As soon as she felt the streams of water snake around her, she lowered her hands toward the lake and then drew them up, bringing a think layer of water with her. It slipped between her body and the streams, and she thrust her hands forward, causing the water to push away from her body, knocking the streams back into the lake. She threw two waves of water at her opponent, one on either side, with far more force than the ball from before. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:05:31 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1099351 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1099351 andreeacarmen Reya's armor had become so big she released some of the water maintaining the armor to its initial level. "We were not told to stop yet. I can go on forever like this.", Reya talked on a normal tone using the water to carry her sound waves. -- Maya got up and looked seriously at Reece. "I will probably return sooner than the end of the class with some other student, but anyway I will return after and see your condition.". Maya kept a casual tone and returned in a normal pace to the class. Inside: "All done?", she almost yelled. (what does Alexandra do now? JJ - Michael had quit.) Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:19:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1099699 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1099699 IrisInWonderland Bria laughed, and then continued to throw Frisbees, they would either sink back and make the suit bigger, or batter it like crazy. She smiled, keeping the column around her spinning. ~~ Reece nodded, "Yes Maya," She answered, looking at the nurse, "What do I do now?" "I will keep you in here until tomorrow to make sure no infection gets in," The nurse nodded. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 11:51:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1099787 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1099787 Dreamface767 Akuro leaned against the wall. His opponent was unconscious but unhurt, a few hairs singed. He had put up a good fight but Akuro had used a darker move when he grew tired of fighting, using fire to drink up the oxygen around his opponent. Of course he had stopped when his opponent got dizzy. Was class over yet? ----- Kishi rubbed her upper arm with the palm of her hand and timidly rolled her eyes at the beginning shifter's introduction. They all <em>knew</em> what a shift was, that's why they were there. She looked at Oto, who always kept his eyes on her, and hoped they wouldn't be transforming today. ------ Isis was pleased with the two students who wouldn't back down but besides the slightest raise in an eyebrow, it didn't show. "Switch partners!" She called out. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 14:10:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100108 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100108 Elle Wolff Kyte glanced up when Maya reentered the room, nodding slowly. Both she and her partner were still standing, and Kyte had worked hard to keep it that way, and her forehead was dotted with beads of sweat. These kids were good. Most of them except for a few of the other new kids, were better than her. Of course, she had never had any way to practice firebending other than her own means, and she wondered if any of these other kids had trained before coming to the school, even if they weren't new. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:00:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100252 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100252 andreeacarmen Alexandra's attack swept the boy off his feet again and made him tumble a few times back. She regained her offensive position and changed her mind after 1 second. She didn't feel like attacking anymore it was not fun and it almost felt like applying torture to the boy. She turned her head to Kenmei confused as to what she should do next. --- Maya's eyes closed tightly and frowned deeply. That was never a good sign. She saw the kid lying on the floor and she was pissed. That was not what she had asked. Her body became incandescent slowly and in a glance she was in front of Akuro pinning him down to the wall by the throat. "Take the student to the infirmary. Wait.for me.There!", she accentuated each word before letting him go. Meanwhile she had sent a few more over to the infirmary and glanced the rest. "Anyone else injured?" --- Reya looked at Isis and headed confidently to Reuvan removing her water armor. "Shall we?" Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:29:44 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100729 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100729 masque of reason "Enough," said Kenmei. "This clearly isn't a fair fight. Michael, you lack the ability to fight Alexandra. You are dismissed. Do what you like with this time, and we'll work out what to do with you in a few days." Incapable students frustrated her. Turning to Alexandra, she asked, "You seem reasonably competent. What would you like to work on?" ---- At Isis' command, Reuvan turned away from Althea, annoyed. She hated stopping a sparring match before things got interesting. Reuvan grinned at Reya's words. Reya and Bria had fought a good match, so this should be fun. "Definitely," she answered. She launched straight into an attack, raising her hands and sending a wave of water hurtling at Reya. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:35:18 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100748 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100748 IrisInWonderland Bria let the water column fall to the lake, causing a ripple of waves that knocked over a few freshman. She smiled and stretched, looking for someone else to fight. ~~~ Doris turned to the blackboard, "Now everyone needs to shift so I can see what we're working on." Aurana bit her lower lip, and touched Jax, letting out a tiny groan as her bones snapped and she was back to a Red-Gold Phoenix. ~~~~ Lily-Anne stared at the un-conscious and burned boy, "This is why the benders should be eradicated," She mumbled, "So violent," She treated the burns of all who came in. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:38:30 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100758 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100758 andreeacarmen "Anything at all that requires sustained effort and concentration. I get easily distracted.", Alexandra answered as honest as she could. She really lacked focus and patience. -- Reya raised a hand once more and the waves passed like nothing had happened. It was beginning to bore her. She had heard enough of preaches of 'be one with the other' to practice that like crazy. She held her hand with her fingers wide opened in front of her face in an offensive position. A water column came underneath Reuvan and she clenched her fist locking the water on Reuvan's feet. She pulled her hand down and the water column tried to pull the girl into its depths. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:41:37 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100769 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100769 masque of reason "Sustained effort and concentration?" mused Kenmei. She was glad to see a student who didn't instantly go for a showy attack."Hmm... well, levitation, and then possibly later low flight, requires both those things. Do you have any experience in that area?" ---- Reuvan tensed as she felt the water pulling at her and drew her arms tightly against her body before throwing them out, pushing the water away from her. She was careful to keep a section below her steady enough to support her. She raised her hand, pulled it back froze some water into ice spikes, sending them towards Reya to distract her. When they were about half-way there, Reuvan swirled her foot, a movement that would be missed by anyone not paying very close attention, and caused the water under Reya to start spinning faster and faster. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:57:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100807 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100807 andreeacarmen "Levitation yes, I was asked to do that a lot combined with meditation. Low flights too little. I had started this summer a bit before being sent here.", once again she told what she knew to Kenmei. What would the teacher have her do now, she wondered. -- Reya did not notice the water spinning, but fortunately she spinned the other way round speedily using the water surface to crack the ice projectiles. She dodged both attacks without even noticing the real one. She once more created a tsunami and sent it over to Reuvan. When it was close enough to engulf her she created a water whale which jumped on Reuvan from behind. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:08:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100842 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100842 masque of reason Kenmei pointed to one of the five meter platforms. "I want you to levitate five meters above the ground. Use that platform to make sure you are at the right heigh. Once there, adopt a defensive position. I will throw some attacks at you. Block them without dropping any lower than five meters. Do not just dodge the attacks. This exercise is about controlling the air to support you and protect you at the same time." --- Reuvan split the tsunami just before it reached her. The unexpected weight of the whale knocked her slightly off balance, and one foot dropped a couple of centremeters below the water. Quickly moving to the side, she regained her balance and spun around, breaking the whale into smaller pieces and sent them hurtling towards Reya. She used her hands to create a column of water that began to rise up from below Reya. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:30:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100892 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100892 andreeacarmen Alexandra felt like falling off her feet when she heard her task. It sounded sooo impossible to her. She would get knocked out, hurt and piss off the teacher. Definitely not very positive about her situation. The levitation part started off easily. She found it a bit headaching sustaining it so long and reach from A to B. The hard part was about to start though. She reached above the platform and sustained her height quickly turning to the teacher and took her defensive position in the air. --- Reya controled the surface she was sitting on and let the column rise with her in the air, before jumping off it on the lake really hard shaking it as it was an earthquake. Then she turned the falling water into an ice rain above Reuvan. <em>Let's see how you keep your balance And dodge those.</em>, she thought grinning. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:39:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100916 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100916 masque of reason Kenmei raised her hand and sent a ball of air towards her student. Aware that she had set a difficult task, she made the ball a large, slow-moving one. She was confident that the girl would be able to handle at least this much, but nonetheless kept her eyes firmly fixed on Alexandra, ready to create a pillow of air to soften her fall if it became necessary. --- Reuvan threw her hands up and passed them over her head, pulling up some of the surrounding water to create a protective semi-circle. The problem of the ice rain taken care of, she focused on maintaining her balance. She concentrated on holding the water she was standing on in place, and managed not to fall. A grin spread across her face. This was proving to be a good match. She flicked her hands, pulling a wave of water up from behind Reya, which began to pull against her. Deciding that wasn't enough, she caused the water in front of Reya to begin boiling and splashing rapidly. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:52:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100938 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=13#forum_thread_comment_1100938 ArtsyGal Althea watched as Reuvan turned away. Well, that hadn't lasted long. Oh well, surely she'd have plenty of other opportunities to spar with her. She glanced around, spying the other girl who had been sparring with Reya. "Well, I guess that leaves us," She called out, a twinkle sparking in her eyes, "Unless of course we'd want to gang up on the other two, but," Her eyes slid over to the teacher, "We might get in trouble for that." ((Hi guys, dropping in for a little bit, anyone know if Darkfeather is around? My shifter is temporarily stuck)) Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:55:41 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1100945 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1100945 andreeacarmen "Easy...", Alexandra was encouraging herself. She lifted in the air a bit higher, created her usual air shield and used it to push back the attack. It made her lose focus for a bit, but regained her levitation after dropping a few inches in the air. Gaining a bit of height seemed a good idea, so she had not dropped below 5 meters. --- Reya smiled. She sort of started liking her new opponent. At least she wasn't acting like Miss Arrogance over there. "What's your name?", she asked before jumping on the wave and riding it to Reuvan. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:02:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1100959 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1100959 masque of reason Kenmei sent another ball of air towards Alexandra. She kept it as slow as the last one had been, but sent another one a few seconds after the first. The second one was heading towards Alexandra from the side, meaning the girl would have to change either her angle or the angle of her shield. --- Reuvan took a few steps backwards. She was suspicious of the sudden movement. Keeping her hands ready to create a shield, she answered the question. "I'm Reuvan. You're Reya, right? Are we still fighting?" Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:10:18 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1100987 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1100987 andreeacarmen Alexandra found Kenmei's technique too distracting so she did what she could best. She curled her body in the air and surround herself with air, creating a bubble of air to contain her and when the attacks were close she burst the air bubble to stop the assaults. -- Reya made the wave go down suddenly behind Reuvan surrounding the two of them in a watercage with a small air bubble to hel them breath not that breathing under water was a problem for them. The space left was tight, unusual for Reya to chose that. She controled the watercage, it was sealed under control. It was a close fight now, body to body. She froze the cage and the lake to worry less and attached with a high kick which splashed water in Reuvan's eyed, then a palm into her chest to shake her a bit. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:30:02 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101031 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101031 masque of reason Kenmei called out to Alexandra, "Try to remain standing, and don't rely on techniques that involve surrounding yourself. This is the foundation for attacking while in the air." Flicking her hand forward, she sent a ball straight at Alexandra, slightly faster than the previous ones. --- Reuvan cursed herself for her stupidity. She punched Reya, but determined not to rely solely on hand-to-hand combat, she sent a few ice shards towards Reya's face. She kept them small, aware that anything large would put her at risk too. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:39:48 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101049 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101049 andreeacarmen Alexandra cursed in her mind. She turned to a side in the air and when the ball was near her she spiraled the air across her arm and hit it. She grinned. She was still standing or floating and she hit a direct attack .The following ones would prove difficult, it appeared her teacher was merciless. Not as much as Reya told her about the waterbender and firebender one, but it was enough for her. --- Reya blew the shards back at Reuvan with an icy breath. Her lips became a sparkling white. "Reya, that;s me.", she grinned with her lips frozen still. She kicked the ice surface and froze Reuvan's legs into a thick ice layer before pinning her to the icewall. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:45:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101059 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101059 masque of reason Seeing that Alexandra hadn't had trouble blocking her last attack, Kenmei sent another one at her, increasing the speed and intensity. ---- Reuvan gritted her teeth, determined not too lose. She heated the ice over her legs, weakening it enough to allow her to break free. She drove her knee into Reya's stomach and shoved her away from her. She waved her hand, conjuring up large ball of water, which she quickly split into several small balls and sent rushing at Reya from different directions. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:01:44 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101110 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101110 andreeacarmen Alex crossed her hands in X and just as she used the blades the first time to counter Kenmei's attacks she did this time with her hands. Air was circling around them exactly as she did with the previous assault, only this time, the force pushed her back a little and she lost a bit of height. She tried to focus and returned to her place. --- Reya hit the icewall. Her stomach her and fell to her knees as the water attacks hit her unable to avoid them due to pain. She saw she had no choice so she placed her hand on the ice and did what she knew best. She used her cage to her advantage and ice thorns pierced all the free space between the girls. None of them could attack anymore, she was at least satisfied she blocked any more of Reuvan's as She had control over the cage. Reya grinned like a maniac. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:15:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101147 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101147 masque of reason Kenmei shot another ball at Alexandra, once again increasing the speed. She was determined to push the girl as far as Alex could handle. ------- The site of Reya in pain filled Reuvan with a sick pleasure. This was why she fought. This was why she was here. This was what she wanted. When the ice spikes appeared she scowled in frustration. Without taking her eyes off Reya, she punched one of the spikes, attempting to make it fall. A small crack appeared but she failed to remove it. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:24:15 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101176 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101176 andreeacarmen Alexandra made a huge effort of dodging the last ball hitting it with her fist and sucking air around it. She managed to push the ball away redirecting it, but she had lost complete balance and fell on her back on the platform. She moaned of pain a bit but she curled to get back on her feet slowly. The hard hit to her head made her slightly dizzy. --- Reya glowed for a moment as the surface of a river in a summer day, she closed her eyes and when she opened it her green eyes, now glowing as well seemed filled with excitement. She felt better already. "Nice fighting you."m she smiled instead of a 'nice meeting you'. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:31:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101198 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101198 masque of reason ((Any idea how long classes should last?)) Kenmei rose up to the platform and levitated beside it. "Remain sitting until you stop feeling dizzy," she ordered. "And then you can take a break. Don't try to come down until you are clear-headed. That fall would be much, much worse. Are there any injuries?" ------ Reuvan smirked. "How about you remove these spikes, and we see how nice you think it is then?" She yearned to get back to the match. Standing around was infuriating. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:40:53 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101238 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101238 andreeacarmen (bw 50 or 100 minutes? or as long as teachers feel like?? dono?) "Beside the head one which made me dizzy nothing else.", Alexandra said sitting on the platform still on her rear. She held her head tightly with the hands. It used to help before. The dizziness didn't last much for she, fortunately, was used a loot with falls. She got up slowly and levitated cautiously to the platform. --- "Nah...", Reya pulled out her tomgue. She sort of had enough for that day. She had day lasting trainings back at home. Going to school was actually sort of a break for her. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:52:14 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101284 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101284 masque of reason Kenmei dropped down to the ground. "I think that's enough for today's lesson. Head to the dorms. If you've found people to share a room with, then good. If you haven't done that yet you need to today. I suggest you make sure all your belongings are inside your room. I'll tell you what time class is tomorrow at breakfast." ----- Reuvan remained ready to defend herself. She'd fallen for this once and it wasn't happening again. She raised an eyebrow. "So you won't remove the spikes and keep fighting, but you're leaving this cage up?" Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:18:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101382 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101382 andreeacarmen "Yes, Miss.", Alexandra breathed almost normally at that point , she bowed in sign of respect and left the platform. She went inside the school to find her luggage and once she done so she headed to the lake to see if Reya was done. Maybe they could room together. --- "I can't have you attack me again. Can't afford that. But I am not gonna attack you. Think what you want.",Reya said casually. She really meant it. Isis would stop it soon. But for the moment she enjoyed the break. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:28:31 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101411 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101411 masque of reason Kenmei wandered over to the teachers' housing and entered her bedroom. Sitting down at her desk, she began working on a lesson plan for the next few weeks. She briefly wondered what to do about Michael. She couldn't have him in a class with Alexandra. He couldn't handle it. ----- Reuvan rolled her eyes. "That," she answered, "is incredibly boring. And there's no space in here!" Reuvan hated being forced to do nothing. In frustration, she began punching the ice spike in an attempt to remove it. She felt it loosen and began slamming her fist harder and harder. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 21:55:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101523 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101523 andreeacarmen (b back tomo. need sleep) Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:00:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101537 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101537 masque of reason ((Night!)) Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:05:33 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101552 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101552 Dreamface767 Akuro frowned at the teacher. What was her problem? He fought the student like she told them too. So he was unconscious, so what? He wasn't burned, he didn't have any broken bones, what was the problem? He leaned against a wall in the infirmary with his arms crossed and rolled his eyes at the nurse. "He's unconscious, not dead, not severely burned, no broken bones." He raised an eyebrow and dawned a smug look, "Do we intiiimidate you? Are you scaaaared of us?" He leaned forward a little bit when he drawled out the words. ---- Isis angered once more. With a thrust outwards of her hands, the water surrounding Reuvan and Reya burst into snowflakes. "I did not say hand-to-hand combat! This is not the class for that. This is a class for bending only!" She circled her arms above her head, gathering the two students in a pool of water and tossed their butts on shore, repeating it for the remaining students. "Class dismissed!" She shouted. ----- Kishi's eyes widened. They <em>would</em> be shifting today. Her eyes teared up as she looked down at Oto. "Nooo.." she whimpered. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:20:15 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101592 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101592 ArtsyGal Manipulating the water just enough Althea managed to touch down on shore in a smooth, dignified manner, rather relieved she hadn't ended on her butt like some of the others. She was rather disappointed that she'd not been able to spar more, but shrugged it off, there would be plenty of time for more sparring matches. "Well, that was interesting." She said, glancing over at the girls she'd landed nearby. One of them was the girl she had started sparring with before they'd been told to switch, "I have a feeling most of them are going to be that way." ______________________________ Athena explored part of the clearing before returning to the entrance, watching as a few other shifters straggled in. A few moments later a guy she assumed was one of the teachers came in, dragging with him an especially tardy student by the scruff of his neck. "Oh my word!" She couldn't help that the words actually left her mouth, for coming right after the first teacher was a huge Centaur. That <em>had</em> to take some serious concentration. In the twinkling of an eye he had transformed into a tall, muscular guy with a firm jaw. "Students, gather in the center!" His voice was strong, carrying across the clearing with definite authority. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:31:18 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101621 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101621 Beebee2121 Sacha was getting lost in pitching boulders at his students. Occasionally he'd yell something more-or-less encouraging like: "Don't look down!" or "Stop crying!". He threw a few more at the group until he realized he was all out of boulders to throw. He considered making a few more when he got a good look at the group. Many of them were exhausted and almost all of them were covered in dirt. One good look at himself and he saw he was in the same state as them. What a mess. "Class is over," And then he added with a sneer. "And don't be late next time or else." He tried to sound menacing, but he wasn't sure if it was working. Sun, 29 Jan 2012 22:49:28 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101677 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=14#forum_thread_comment_1101677 masque of reason Reuvan laughed at Isis' anger. She landed on her feet and turned to the girl who had spoken to her. "Honestly, I hope they get a bit more intense. For all her anger, Isis was pretty useless today. She taught us nothing. Not that I object to sparring. Speaking of which, I'll have to spar you properly next time." Realising that she had better work out her dorm situation, Reuvan added, "Have you worked out who you're rooming with?" Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:28:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1101854 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1101854 ArtsyGal "I don't know that teaching was on her mind today, probably assessing more than anything else." Althea grinned at the statement, "I'll take you up on that, I haven't sparred properly with anyone for ages!" She turned back toward the trail that would take them to the school grounds, shaking her head, "No, during the speeches in the Great Hall I was wondering if they were going to have shifters and benders split up in different dorms or not, and if we were assigned roommates or if we just kind of took up with whoever we wanted. You?" Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:33:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1101860 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1101860 andreeacarmen (how many in the room should them be ?) "No we usually are mixed but they take care of affiliations, like fire and water? That <em>rarely</em> happens.", Reya spoke to both Althea and Reuvan."No I haven't quite figured whom to room with yet, but I guess that girl over there is more than willing.", she said pointing to the shore to Alexandra and walked closer to the shore without hurrying. "Isis has moods you'd better get used to it.", she said to the other girls before waving at Alexandra. "Hey.", Alexandra grinned. "How was class?" "Wet.", Reya smiled at the girl. "How about your first day at Ranking?" Alexandra's answer "It blew me away.", made Reya laugh whole heartedly. "Element jokes. Not bad, you're integrating fast. So got any room mate? And speaking of mates, this is Reuvan and this is... I am afraid I dono who you are.", she said to Althea. "Newbie huh?" "No mate. Would you like us to room together?", Alexandra asked hopeful. -- Maya frowned skeptical at Akuro. "Are you trying to tell me that you did as I said and that drew all the air out of this kid? That technique doesn't do that not even by far!", her voice became threatening. She ignored the 'are you scared of us' infancies, but she'd show him next time how scared of him she was. A maniac Maya grinned inside her head. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:57:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1101896 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1101896 Dreamface767 ((Akuro was talking to the nurse lady, not Maya, but this works too.)) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 01:23:57 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1101933 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1101933 masque of reason ((I'm not sure... maybe we say four per room and put the four of them together?)) Reuvan watched a couple of freshmen climb to their feet after being dumped on the shore and smirked. Anyone who took that long to get back up deserved the mild pain she was sure they'd be feeling. Turning her attention back to the conversation, she shrugged. "I haven't worked anything out yet. I don't mind who I room with. Turning to the girl who made the element joke, she added, "I'm assuming you're an Airbender? What's your name?" Mon, 30 Jan 2012 02:12:14 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1101971 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1101971 andreeacarmen (sssorrryyy :| dumb! i was sleepless. i slept only 2 hours last night and that post was probably made around 4 or 5 am) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:52:17 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102079 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102079 andreeacarmen "Alexandra and yep an airbender.", she said with a sweet innocent smile. "Nice meeting you girls. I heard the rooms are for 4,", she added approved by Reya's nod, "so how about we 4 gang up and stay together?", she suggested cheerfully. "Well, I got nothing against that. I'll room up with you anyway. It's the girls' decision now.", Reya shrugged. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:55:17 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102080 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102080 Elle Wolff ((Maybe you guys should make a list of roommates? *yeah I'm still here I just suck at jumping into things* xD)) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:07:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102135 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102135 andreeacarmen (yea i think i will attempt a list just like with Faiqust. seey you guys in the discussion thread.) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:59:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102244 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102244 andreeacarmen (yea i think i will attempt a list just like with Faiqust. seey you guys in the discussion thread.) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:00:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102249 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102249 ArtsyGal "I'm Althea," She answered, "Yep, newbie." She liked the sound of rooming with the girls, but had already promised to room with Eastern if it had been possible. "You mean they really let shifters and benders room together? Isn't that just kind of asking for trouble?" ___________________ Athena walked over to where the others were gathering, glancing around to see what sort of animals the others were bonded to. "Because it is the first day Saleem and I have decided to combine our classes so that you have a better understanding of what each level entails." The Centaur teacher said, "First off all, I want you to form two groups, Intermediate and Advanced. We want to see how many of you think you're advanced, once that is done we will continue with class." He paused, "Don't think we'll allow you to stay in a more advanced class than you are ready for, little tricks you've learned won't get you there any faster." Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:32:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102311 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102311 andreeacarmen (you replied smt to me in the discussion thread. Athena with Eastern and your reply here says smt else. I am confused. see you there. let's discuss) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:49:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102342 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102342 Beebee2121 Seth found the class just as the teacher was explaining what to do. Daisy got caught up with the fringes on one of the curtains and he had trouble pulling her away from it without touching her too much. Seth would like to think he was advanced in shifting, but in his heart of hearts, he knew he wasn't that good. He shuffled over with Daisy to the intermediate group. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:57:25 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102355 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102355 Darkfeather21 Lycon and Eastern watched Saleem and Wystar as they explained the first day, and quickly moved to the side of the room. Leon and Sasha followed, growling at any animal who got too close. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:10:42 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102374 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102374 ArtsyGal ((Just so everyone knows the intermediate and advanced classes are outside in a big, sectioned off clearing)) Athena hesitated briefly before moving over to where Lycon, Eastern, and another guy. She shrugged her shoulders, "May as well start here, I guess, seeing as I don't exactly know where I fit in." She scanned the area around them, watching for the dark shadow that would give away the position of her bonded animal. Of all days to be playing tricks she wasn't sure this was the best one. "Okay, we will begin with a short warmup, everyone stretch a bit to warm your muscles." Both teachers moved so that they were standing in the center of the clearing, each one in front of their own class, yet able to keep an eye on both. ((And anyone can pick these teachers up and use them at will:)) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:30:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102412 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102412 Darkfeather21 Lycon nodded and began to bend backwards, over Leon so he would have some support. When his head touched the ground, he stood back up and began to turn his torso from side to side, cracking his back very loudly. Up front, Saleem winced at the sound. Eastern streached as well, bringing one leg up over the back of her head, then doing the same with the other, also using Leon as support. She released her legs and bent forwards until she was bent in half and looking through her legs at Athena. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:45:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102446 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102446 Darkfeather21 ((Saleem in the center, I meant)) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:45:31 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102449 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102449 andreeacarmen Alexandra paused at Althea's question. She was unsure of it and seeked Reya for answers. "I am afraid not. Benders and shifters don't mix. They tried something one year before I came here and it came up a mess apparently so they won't repeat that experience too soon.", Reya turned her head to Althea. "Sorry.", she added, "but if you please you can sit with us.", she glanced Alexandra shortly even she was unsure whether Reya looked at her or not. "Yes, of course.", Alexandra added an excited approval. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:50:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102456 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102456 Beebee2121 Seth stared at Lycon and Eastern with a bit of shock. They had to have been acrobats or something to be able to bend that way. Seth shook his had and began to do some simple stretches around his legs and lower back. It always felt funny down there when he gets his tail. Daisy stayed by his side, perhaps a bit shy at the presence of all the other animals. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:50:39 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102458 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102458 ArtsyGal Althea's smile broke out once again, "I'd love to!" Her gaze shifted across the three, "None of you have any objections to late nights, do you? I'm afraid I'm a bit of a night owl." She sighed heavily, "Which means the curfew and I are going to have to have a long discussion on the matter." Athena grinned at Lycon and Eastern as she slid into a split, reaching for her toes, "Wow, you guys are flexible, do you come by that naturally or does it just take a lot of practice?" She sounded hopeful, perhaps she'd be able to pull something similar off if she practiced enough. She looked over at the other guy, "Hi, you new this year too?" Saleem nodded, "Excellent, now, before we begin shifting I'd like a brief explanation of what you are capable at this point in time." Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:28:30 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102527 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102527 Darkfeather21 "It comes naturaly for us," Leon said. "But we do have to practice as well." He looked over at Saleem and nodded, walking over with Eastern. "Any particular order you want us to go in, sir?" Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:33:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102538 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102538 andreeacarmen "Guilty of that too. I am late night sleeper.", Reya rose her hand smiling with her eyes down almost laughing. "We can team up and see who can stay latest at night and wake up for classes and breakfast, AND manage with them without yawning and closing eyes at each 2 secs.", she challenged Althea. "Though, no big lights on. I have some candles, little tiny ones if needed." Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:34:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102539 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=15#forum_thread_comment_1102539 ArtsyGal "Deal!" Althea laughed, "Though I'm afraid I may be the first to lose, I don't do well in the mornings. I may be up and moving around, possibly even giving intelligent answers but," She waved her hand in front of her eyes, "Nothing's there! Maybe I'll have to spend the night bugging on of the morning people so they'll be so annoyed they'll bug me all day and keep me awake! Now. . . . are we having any consequences if we lose?" "No," Saleem answered, "Since you're the first done stretching you go first." Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:40:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102548 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102548 Darkfeather21 "Yes sir," Lycon nodded. Leon padded up and sniffed Saleem, then went back to Lycon. "I can shift without pain, and touch Leon without shifting instantly. I still have no control over when I shift back, but I'm currently okay with that." Eastern looked up with big eyes. "And Eastern achieved being able to shift without pain this summer." Sasha stood by Eastern, careful not to touch the small girl. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:44:37 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102556 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102556 Beebee2121 "Who me?" Seth shook his head, "It's my fourth year at Rankin. You're new, right? I'm Seth" He offered a hand to shake. He listened to Lycon describe his and Easterns' ability to shift. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:53:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102575 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102575 ArtsyGal She accepted the handshake, "Athena. Yep, I'm new this year, so I'm still probably all starry eyed and think everything is going to go wonderfully well." She rolled her eyes, "One can hope, at least. So, you been with this teacher before? Is he really strict?" She briefly pictured Althea's teacher in her mind, wondering how <em>that</em> was going. Saleem nodded, "Good, you may be transferred to advanced later in the year, but for now we'll work on that. Can you shift without touching your bonded?" He eyed the girl, contemplating the move of transferring her brother right now so she would have to communicate herself. He'd decide later. "You two, what can you do?" Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:56:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102583 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102583 andreeacarmen "Well that's the same case with me. I do a bit better than you, but I am half dead, half alive in the morning. It's good we are waterbenders and we'll have a cold shower to awake us when Isis will be pissed at us.", Reya laughed deeply. "Plus our airbender here will breeze us coolly to wake up in mornings.", she winked at Alexandra who turned the gesture back. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:57:01 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102584 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102584 masque of reason Reuvan chimed in with, "I'm a night person too. I'm usually a bit out of in in the mornings, but a blast of water usually solves that problem for me. Shall we go pick a room? If we head over to the dorms now we should be able to get a good one. Most of them are alright, but there are some rooms that could do with some work." Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:08:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102829 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102829 andreeacarmen "Tell'm about it.", Reya rolled her eyes. "Let's go steal a good room girls and scare some punks away out to get a goodie.", Reya grinned evilly. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:13:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102841 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102841 Darkfeather21 Leon and Sasha answered that question with a shake of their heads. They had to be touching, currently. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:13:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102842 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102842 Beebee2121 Seth grinned and chuckled, "Nothing too bad can happen, but those are the famous last words." He shrugged at her question, "I've heard he's strict sometimes, but for the most part, he's pretty cool." It seemed to him that most teachers at Rankin didn't care to be friendly all the time. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:28:14 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102886 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102886 masque of reason Reuvan grinned back. "I like that plan. Let's go." She turned and started walking towards the dorm buildings. Situated just past the Great Hall, they weren't too far off, maybe twenty-five minutes at an average walking pace. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:31:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102899 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102899 andreeacarmen As they got inside, chaos unleashed. "Why does this have to happen every year?", Reya facepalmed. "Lucky you're with us girls otherwise you'd be in this whole rumble too. Come quick let's scare off the occupants of a great room I stayed in my second year. Let's take it over again.", Reya laughed and she ran off the stairs. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:34:39 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102915 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102915 masque of reason Grinning wildly, Reuvan chased after Reya. As they approached the room in question, Reuvan smirked. A few freshmen had decided to take it. Scowling viciously, she yelled, "The three of you better get the hell out of our room!" Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:40:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102939 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102939 andreeacarmen "Or else...", added Reya with an evil grin and a water ball rising above her hand. She winked at Reuvan and smiled deeply. She sort of liked that girl even if she was too eager to fight for her tastes. But oh well, she wasn't Miss Arrogance after all. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:45:24 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102964 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1102964 masque of reason Two of the freshmen looked nervous, but one didn't back down. Taking the opportunity to show off, he answered, "You can't hit us with that ball. You'll get the room wet. And this is our room. Just 'cause we're younger than you doesn't mean you own us." Reuvan laughed. "But that's were you're wrong. And do you really think," she asked conjuring up a water ball, "that we can't dry the room afterwards?" ((anyone should feel free to control the freshmen)) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:57:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103006 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103006 andreeacarmen "We can take back even the last water molecule out of this room and who says we want to own you? We own the room. So scram!", she said and headed her water ball which divided into smaller ones and hit the students one by one. She slowly made the balls smaller and froze them. The tiny ice balls were pretty painful as they were and the students seeing there was no hiding from them they scrambled around the room bumping into each other before running on the corridor. "Send for luggages, we won't carry them!", Reya shouted behind. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:05:23 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103025 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103025 masque of reason Reuvan flicked the water ball out of existence and grinned. "Nicely done. Speaking of luggage, we should probably get ours.Shall we-" Reuvan broke off as she noticed the window. She leaned in to examine the lock closer. Glancing back at Reya she said, "This window doesn't lock properly. Perhaps curfew shan't be such a problem after all. Was it like that last year?" Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:14:22 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103047 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103047 andreeacarmen "That would be my doing when I broke out one night. I had the mood of going for a walk but that can be fixed easily. Know someone who can help. Otherwise the view is superb.", she showed to the 2 windows, one towards the lake and one towards the forest and mountains. "I know this is on the corner of the building and two outside walls will make it a little cold, but that we can fix, we are waterbenders, plus an extra cheerful airbender to lend some hot air.", she giggled glancing Alexandra who started laughing too. "One of us should stay here with one of the newbies. You or me can go with Alexandra or Althea to get the bags. If we let them alone they can be kicked out just like we did.", she thought of it. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:25:24 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103068 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103068 masque of reason "Well, I suggest leaving the window. It could be useful. At any rate, it's good to know we're in a room that's easy to break out of. My last room was in the middle of the dorm, no windows there. The cold shouldn't be a problem. I'll take one of the newbies to get the bags. Which one of you wants to come?" she asked, turning to the two younger girls. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:36:41 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103094 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103094 andreeacarmen "Well, we can anytime ice it at the edges to stay sealed and unfreeze it when we need it.", Reya thought of it while Alexandra raised her hand over excited at Reuvan. "Finding them won't be hard. We are asked to name tag them so...", Reya stopped talking and froze the doorframe so it would stay closed. She shook her hand in disagreement at the beds occupying almost all the space in the room. "Maybe we can lay these beds one on top of each other for space? I can freeze some water at the joints to make them stable. Space is one thing you lack in this school so better make the best of it.", Reya contemplated the room. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:45:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103123 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103123 masque of reason Reuvan shrugged. "I'm ok with pretty much any set-up, as long as once my stuff is in the room there's somewhere for me to put it where no one else will mess around with you. You do what you like with the room and Alexandra and I will go get the bags. Come on." She walked out of the room, assuming Alexandra would follow her. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:50:17 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103141 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=16#forum_thread_comment_1103141 andreeacarmen Reya used her waterbending skills to lift the two beds at once and placed them one on top of each other. The wooden frames were made so nicely and so tall, it gave enough space for their inhabitants to sit comfily. Alexandra followed almost jumping Reuvan. "So since when do you study here Reuvan?", she started her series of question with the simplest one she had in mind. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:57:14 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103164 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103164 masque of reason Reuvan smiled, amused by Alexandra's enthusiastic attitude. She was rarely that enthusiastic, and it seemed odd to her. "I came here when I was fourteen and I'm seventeen now, so that makes this year my fourth." They had reached the staircase and Reuvan covered the hand rail with a layer of ice and slide down, annoying a few students who were making their way up. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:05:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103198 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103198 andreeacarmen Alexandra tried her own trick encouraged by Reuvan's rebellious attitude. She jumped above the stairs almost falling on her rear when her body went downstairs on an air slide. She jumped back on her feet. "Wow, your 4th, Reya's 3rd, feels sort of intimidating. If it weren't for you girls, Reya was right, I'd have been pretty much lost.", she smiled. "I am 18 by the way.", she carried on walking staring at the places she walked through. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:12:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103225 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103225 masque of reason Reuvan laughed. "Don't be intimidated. You seem decent, less annoying than most of the freshmen. Stick with us." Eighteen? Reuvan wondered. Who waits until they're eighteen to come here? That's pretty odd. With customary tactlessness she said, "That's pretty weird. Why'd you wait so long?" Reuvan banged the door open loudly as they exited the dorm building. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:20:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103261 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103261 ArtsyGal Althea followed the rest to the room, then watched in amusement as Reya 'fixed' the beds. "I'll take a top," She said, "Not that I'm questioning your skills or anything, but the last thing I want to be woken up by is something dripping on my nose and finding out I've been squashed flat sometime in the middle of the night!" ________________________ "Seth," Saleem growled, "What sort of progress did you make over the summer. And you," He pointed at Athena, "What are your abilities?" Athena took a deep breath, "Well, I can shift painlessly, except when I don't have the benefit of touch." "You can shift without touch?" He raised an eyebrow. "Yes. . .well, now and again, but it takes longer and it hurts sometimes. I've found that if I have already shifted once by touch then I may be able to shift the rest of the day without doing it again." Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:39:15 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103338 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103338 andreeacarmen " Oh thank you, i guess.", she answered to the unusual compliment. "I never intended to come here. Back at home I was schooled by the best teachers of the community. But I am pretty free person and sort of have my way, cause problems. I drove them nuts enough for them send me here. More for discipline and learn how to teach in turn as well. I handle my element pretty decent.", she said shrugging. The bluntness of Reuvan didn't mind her. (sorry for late late reply. net issues.) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:41:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103350 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103350 andreeacarmen "Go ahead. I will take the last bed remaining. I will wait for the girls to chose their own. I am fine with any arrangements. But you shouldn't worry about that ice. It won't freeze even in the hottest summer. Unless you girls decide to unfreeze it which it would really nasty.", she laughed out loud. "Let's clean this place a little shall we?", Reya grinned at Althea with 2 fingers up sprinkling a few drops of water with their tips. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:53:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103395 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103395 Beebee2121 "I can shift without any pain and without touching, but I can't shift back for a long time. It's become something of a problem," Seth explained. He didn't practice as much over the break. There was only so much he could do as a cougar and with Daisy literally on his tail. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103399 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1103399 ArtsyGal Saleem regarded the students carefully. He had no idea how they were going to do, but he might as well find out now. "Okay everyone. Shift!" Athena frowned, concentrating, it was just like Lyra not to show up. As a result this was going to hurt, and she'd probably be the last one to shift completely, if it worked at all, that is. _________________________ Althea grinned, "Well, I wouldn't mess with it, that's for sure, unless, of course, I get the overwhelming urge to cause my roomie's some annoyance, but I don't see that happening unless I'm terribly overtired. Clean and decorate, definitely!" ((Sorry for the shortness, came up with pretty much zilch:)) Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:12:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104028 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104028 masque of reason Reuvan grinned. "See, that's probably why you're less annoying than the other freshmen. You aren't incompetent. But if you were sent here for discipline, I think whoever sent you here is out of luck." Glancing around at the piles of bags, Reuvan recognised her own. It was a medium-sized black suitcase with water symbols embroidered on it in gold. She'd chosen it to make it easy to spot. "That bag's mine. Do you see yours?" Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:06:02 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104253 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104253 andreeacarmen "Out of luck?", Alexandra said tilting her head after hers. She reckoned hers and Reya's almost immediately and started looking for a tag with Althea. "Can you see Althea anywhere?", she said looking around through alleys of luggages. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:14:08 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104498 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104498 andreeacarmen Reya used her fingers to splash the room and removed the dirt and just like that she removed the last drop of water from the room leaving it dry and clean. "Why would you want to cause your roomies annoyance?", Reya smiled with some innocent puppy eyes. Definitely that face was hilarious when she was trying to act like an angel, but there was a naughty kind underneath. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:17:15 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104508 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104508 masque of reason Reuvan nodded. "Yeah. If you're rooming with me, it's pretty much guaranteed that you won't be following the rules, and I get the feeling Reya's going to have a similar influence." As she sifted through the piles of bags she found one labelled 'Althea'. It was underneath a couple of other bags and she pulled it out roughly, knocking one of the bags into a passing freshmen. She smirked. "Here we go," she said. "That's all of them." Carrying her bag and Althea's, she started heading back to the dorms. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:40:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104579 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104579 andreeacarmen Alexandra blew the luggages away from her hands in the air and lifted those Reuvan's was holding. "Need a breath of air?", she asked instead of a 'hand'. "Blah, like I followed much the rules back at home. This is not going to be much different. Only a different place. Do you want to do something exciting and avoid the crowds?", Alexandra asked with sparks in her eyes. That was her usual expression for 'I got a crazy idea you might or might not like. Are you as nuts as me?'. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:49:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104601 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104601 masque of reason Reuvan laughed as the luggage was lifted from her hands. "I'm up for exciting," she answered immediately. Anything out of the ordinary was good in her book. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:06:30 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104649 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104649 andreeacarmen Reuvansbody slowly began raising from the ground in the air. Alexandra did the same. They were a bit lower from the ceiling. Luggages still hanged in the air were in the back. The girls were next to each other now. "Wooohooo!!!", Alexandra shouted as they started sliding on the air above the crowds like they were having a ride in a mountain rousse. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:07:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104800 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104800 Elle Wolff ((Anyone wanna RP with me here? :D Since some of the classes are getting out and stuff. XD)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:56:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104991 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1104991 ArtsyGal "Oh, I don't know," Althea returned, a mock serious expression on her face, "I've got the odd, niggling feeling in the back of my brain that you all aren't the sitting around reading books and knitting socks type." She laid down on the floor and started flipping her hands gracefully toward the ceiling. Before long a glistening rope of tiny crystal shards was strung from the corner to the middle where the oil lamp was hung. "Care to join me?" She asked, beginning on another, "I'm thinking tons of strands connecting to a crystal chandelier we can construct around the lamp. I can just see all the glittering sparkles. We'll have the <em>best</em> room on campus." ((What characters do you have Elle?)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:57:27 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1105401 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1105401 andreeacarmen "We already <em>have</em> it, but I always loved to improve things so let's do it.", Reya grinned and she copied Althea's technique. "This looks wonderful.", Reya wow-ed at the half done chandelier. "And yea, so to not deceive your expectations, I am not the all-time-head-in-the-books type, but I do love reading and my granma showed me ho to knit as well. I donno it well, but I wouldn't mind learning.", she laughed waiting to see how Althea would react to that. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:40:19 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1105513 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1105513 ArtsyGal Althea giggled, "Well, I won't hold it against you, I guess. I love reading if I can find really good books. As to knitting, I've never tried it, looks to complicated and time consuming for me. I will bow to the obvious superiority you have over me in that area, just so long as you don't take to knitting in the corner cackling about cats and cattle, and. . . . . moldy cheese." She shuddered, spinning her fingers and watching as twisted icicles sprouted. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:47:10 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1105534 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=17#forum_thread_comment_1105534 andreeacarmen "I don't read crap either or anything I find it not into my liking. Cats ugh, I prefer dolphins or whales over them anytime, but I do love animals.", Reya said finishing the chandelier on her side. The room looked excellent, squeaky clean, with a breathtaking view, fresh mountain air combined with the smell of the forest, well aired, truly spacious now. Reya turned around in the middle of the room and admired it. "Not bad.", she smiled contently. "We should take over it next year as well.", she grinned. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:30:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1105649 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1105649 Elle Wolff ((Uhm . . . I have a female Firebender and a male Earthbender that currently aren't doing anything. xD)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:40:42 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1105682 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1105682 andreeacarmen (names pls?) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:45:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1105697 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1105697 Elle Wolff ((Kyte is the firebender and Kyrin is the earthbender . . . XD)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:05:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1105760 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1105760 Darkfeather21 Lycon tossed off his jacket and placed his hand on Leon's head, frowning in concentration. He felt the rippling and itching of his skin and muscles swelled and silver fur began to sprout. His pants faded into his skin, dissapearing as they always did. Bones cracked and lengthened, exchanging places in some situations. Color slowly faded from the world, leaving him in black and gray, as his eyes turned to those of a wolf. Scents filled the air, replacing his eyesight, along with his ears. He could hear each person as they shifted, hear the rearanging of organs and cracking of bones. Pulling her dress over her head, Eastern waved Sasha over and placed a hand on the amber wolves ears. The change took place immediatly, her tight underclothes fading away. Her spine lengthened, with a small ache as the bones cracked and replicated. Her ears moved up on her head and became pointed, as her fingers shortened and changed position to become paws. An amber tail sprouted from the end of her spine, extending out to about a foot. Five minutes after they started, two wolves joined the others. The only difference between Lycon and Eastern, and Leon and Sasha was that Lycon was slightly larger than Leon, while Eastern was slightly smaller than Sasha. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:46:39 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1105843 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1105843 ArtsyGal Athena closed her eyes in concentration, blocking out the others around her. It was slower than usual, with a deep, throbbing ache that began in her bones and spread outward. She almost gasped at the itchy sensation between her shoulder blades, the type of aching itch that makes a person want to giggle. Every time it happened she vaguely wondered why it provoked that kind of response. Finally the itch subsided as two glistening wings sprouted from between her shoulders and the rest of her bones lengthened. Seconds later she stretched her neck, shaking the last few uncomfortable sensations away as she pawed the ground with a slim hoof. The Pegasus glanced around with her liquid green eyes, a shimmering, silken mane and tail wafting on the breeze. Her sleek white coat dissolved into the finest, purest shade of silver along her rump. Her glistening, coal grey ankles faded to silver, then back seamlessly to white up her legs. Spreading her wings in a luxurious stretching motion she let the light dance across them, bringing out the silver, green shimmer. ((Since I'm not terribly familiar with the series (only saw the movie once) can they talk while in animal form?)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:01:46 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106196 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106196 Beebee2121 Daisy brushed up against Seth's leg and looked up at him pleadingly with her big green eyes. He rolled his eyes and crouched down to stroke her back. Blond fur that matched his hair sprout around his face and hands as he pet her. Gradually his clothes were replaced by a soft coat of fur. Then his shoulders and arms started to shrink and adjust themselves so he landed on all fours. His hands and feet morphed into large cat paws and he stretched them, unsheathing his claws. He stretched his new spine that extended off his butt and into a long, thin tail. Almost immediately after its appearance, Daisy was upon it, trying to trap it with her paws. Seth flattened his ears and snapped at her. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:11:30 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106222 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106222 andreeacarmen (maybe in a telepathic kinda way?) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:18:37 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106245 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106245 Mello Keehl ((Shit! I keep forgetting to post, so I guess Azrael will just exeptionally late for class. XD)) Azrael sat in the crook of a tree at the edge of the lake, watching the water benders practice on the oposite shore. Armageddon lay sprawled out in a limb beside her, purring as she scratched his head with a gloved hand. She had a vague sense that she needed to be somewhere, but didn't bother trying to figure out what. Only when the small girl with the tiger ran under her tree, mutting something about being late for classes did she realize what it was."Oh shit!" she cried and launched herself from the tree. Classes had started well over an hour ago which meant that she was as good as dead. She raced through the doors to the academic building, up a flight of stairs, and burst through a set of doors into the classroom that she presumed was holding classes for both the Advanced and Intermediate classes. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:20:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106256 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106256 ArtsyGal A prim, bored looking woman glanced up at the girl who had just burst into her classroom, "If you're not a beginner you don't belong here." She droned, eyes flipping back to her own students, "Intermediate's are outside, if you can read signs you won't miss it." Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:23:39 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106263 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106263 Mello Keehl "Oh, right. Sorry," Azrael mumbled slightly flustered. She turned and rushed back out the door, eventually reaching the feild outside where her class was taking place. Well that was embarrassing, and it didn't help that she still fixed to her old schedule where she would normally be having a break right now and her class was held indoors. // Kisah finally reached the beginner's classroom, with the indirect help of a paniced girl and a panther who had charged in the doors just before her. "Sorry I'm late," she squeaked, hugging the tiger in her arms tighter against her body. "I got lost." Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:32:38 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106289 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106289 Darkfeather21 Lycon glanced up as a new girl walked into the clearing. She wasn't that late, but enough to be noticed. Saleem noted the girl, remembering to watch her in the future. Those late on the first day tended to be the troublemakers. ((Talking as animals, I would say depends on the animal. Mythical beasts(Phoenix, Pegasus, dragon, etc) I would say should talk or not depending on the author. Others not at all. My opinion.)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:39:48 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106312 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106312 ArtsyGal Saleem thundered over to the latecomer, a scowl knitting his brows. "Young lady you are not only tardy you have practically missed the entire class! Get over there in the middle and shift, I'll tell you to stop when I see fit." He stormed back to the others, bringing himself under control, he wasn't usually that hotheaded, but it irked him no end to have students late, especially on the first day. "Excellent," He eyed the students carefully, "You and you, over there and shift back, slowly, try going slowly." He eyed the wolves, cougar (?), and the pegasus, interesting mix of students this year. "Run around, I want to make sure you know how to use everything properly." He bit back a smirk, there had been plenty of students last year that ended up with a face full of dirt when they failed to realize they had a couple extra limbs to worry about. ((I will state again, especially since I have no idea how these classes should go and what the teachers should have them do: the teachers can be used by anyone. *small hint there*:)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:40:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106314 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106314 ArtsyGal ((Whoops, ninj'ad! Oh well, cut out the first part of my post then. Though can we still have her do some shifting as punishment? And THANK YOU SO MUCH Darkfeather! I'm getting to be at my wits end with the teachers, I don't know what to have them do)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:42:24 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106322 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106322 Darkfeather21 ((*small voice*I just did.)) The four wolves nodded and began to run around the others like naturals. Cause they were. The Shifter pair had spent almost the entire summer off as wolves, streangthening their bodies and minds, learning how to use the other senses instead of sight, and to move with every limb in tandem. These were lessons they used even as humans. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:45:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106330 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106330 Darkfeather21 ((Punishments are required. But later.)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:46:42 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106333 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106333 Mello Keehl Azrael stared at Saleem as if he'd grown a second head. That was all she had to do? She bit back a laugh as she strode to the middle of the areaz Armageddon at her side. "Really, Sal, I think you've lost your touch." Saleem had been one of the first teachers she'd met and he was notorious for he punishments. So this... this was worthy of the title pathetic coming from him. The teacher shot her a warning glance and she shrugged and brushed her fingertips over her panther's ear. She felt the effects immediately. Her spine stretched and curved, elongating to create a tail. Black fur replace her bare arms and clothing and ears sprouted from the sides of her head. The shift was short and painless. It took her the entirety of fourty-fivve seconds to complete the task and she flexed her claws, emitting a satisfied purr. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:51:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106356 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106356 Beebee2121 Seth tucked his tail away from Daisy and looked up at Azrael as she entered the clearing. Someone's always late the first day of classes. Daisy took this opportunity to pounce on Seth while he was distracted. They tumbled around hissing and yowling at one another.He tried to keep his limbs away from her, but she was far to crafty and experienced to be put off by him. ---------------- Sacha opened the ground to absorb the remnants of the smashed boulders. The land was smooth and clear as it was before the lesson. He took off his dirty classes and tried to clean them with his dirtier sleeve. He needed a shower. Badly. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:04:26 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106406 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106406 ArtsyGal ((Sorry, I was just getting kind of worried I'd be stuck doing them. . . .)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:05:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106415 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106415 ArtsyGal Athena tossed her elegant head and took off at a lope around the clearing. She was just heading toward the wolves when a shadow crossed her path. Pulling up short she snorted, hooves dancing as she gazed into the sky. Lyra landed next to her, light as a feather, tossing her own head as if to say, "Did I miss anything?" <em>Oh, of course, now she decides to show up. A big fat lot of help that is!</em> Athena practically melded her ears to her head they were so flat. Lyra simply tossed her head again before leaping back into the sky, disappearing seconds later in the clouds. Athena did the pegasus version of a shrug and took of loping once again, falling into the groove of manipulating all four legs, as well as keeping her wings folded so she didn't get any unnecessary drag. ___________________________ Althea gaze about the room in satisfaction. "Maybe we could just start circulating the rumor that we've reserved this room for next term. If we're matter-of-fact about it people might take us at our word. Of course then they might try to reserve their own rooms and then we'd be in trouble." She leaned against the windowsill, peering out at the mountains, "Love the view, I can see why you wanted it so badly. Then again, was it the view? Or the broken latch that was so enticing?" She grinned, drawing little curls of frost on the window. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:12:23 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106446 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106446 Mello Keehl Azrael yowled with laughter and bounded over to where Seth and Daisy rolled around on the ground. It was rather amusing, and it seemed that the cougar wouldn't spare any limbs. She shook her head and flicked her tail from side to side as she contemplated joining the little skirmish in an attempt to save Seth from the cougar who seemed hell-bent on chewing on anytning with fur on it. Armageddon padded un beside her and huffed at the girl, shaking his head slightly. He would not allow her to join in and get chewed to bits by the devil-cat. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:14:38 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106456 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106456 Darkfeather21 ((Oh, Artsy, just a notice. I'm not that good with teachers, and you seem to be doing a better job. So I'll post for Saleem when you're lost as for what to do.)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:18:19 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106478 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106478 ArtsyGal ((It's a deal, we can let each other know when we can't do any more with them. And then maybe we can rope other people into using them too:D)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:19:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106482 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106482 Beebee2121 Daisy was fully on top of Seth's back with both her paws on his head, shoving his face into the grass. He looked up to Azrael, pleading with his eyes as Daisy honed in on one of his ears. With his new sensitive hearing, he could hear every lick and smack of her gums around his ear. He let out a small yowl as if he were saying "Help!". Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:08:01 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106642 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=18#forum_thread_comment_1106642 Darkfeather21 Lycon just rolled his eyes at the cat. His animal was rediculously simple. He was glad that both he and Eastern had bonded with wolves. Now there was a smart animal. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:12:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106654 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106654 Mello Keehl Azrael let out a gruff sigh and swiftly moved into a hunter's crouch. She was sure to stay down wind of the oblivious cougar as she silently crept towards to two. She kept her ears pinned back, her tail completely still as she approached them. Her strong muscles bunched and she paused for a fraction of a second before sprining up and knocking Daisy off of Seth. The panther landed with a wriggling cougar pinned under her paws and she let out a threatening growl. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:17:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106676 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106676 ArtsyGal "Azrael, did I say to engage with the other student?" Saleem asked, standing right over the writhing panther and cougar. "Everyone shift back!" He commanded, watching a newer student struggling to figure out how to get back. Athena trotted over, shifting as she did so that she was once again her proper shape by the time she reached the others. She snapped her wrist a couple times to get it back in proper position, feeling the tingling dying away. She vaguely wondered if she'd get to fly next class. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:25:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106705 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106705 Mello Keehl Azrael shot a resentful glare at Saleem but did as she was told, backing off of Daisy and shifing back. She shook her head, running a hand through her hair. "Aw, come on," she whined. "You're no fun. And Daisy isn't another student, just a demented cougar who enjoys chewing on people's ears." Armageddon nodded to affirm her accustation and rubbed his head against her thigh affectionately. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:32:25 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106734 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106734 ArtsyGal "I don't recall ever saying classes were to be fun," He replied evenly, eyes steely, "As to the cougar, she isn't your concern. If her shifter can't control her that is for him to sort out, not you." He surveyed the others, heaving a mental sigh, where oh where to start. "I want you to pair up in teams of three." Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:38:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106753 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106753 Beebee2121 Daisy stopped squirming when the growl washed over her. She blinked innocently up at Azrael with her ears twitching uncomfortably. Seth stood up and shook the dirt from his fur. He sighed and tried to focus on shifting back. He shifted slowly. His fur faded away and his limbs rearranged themselves until he was back to his human self. Except for his ears. A pair of blond cat ears were sticking out of his hair. He tugged at them and struggled to will them away. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:38:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106754 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106754 Darkfeather21 Lycon nosed Leon and slowly shifted back, taking more time than he had the first time. Eastern tried to do the same, but remained a wolf. After about ten minutes of gut wrenching cracks, snaps, pops, and squish noises, Lycon was again human. He slipped his jacket back on over his bare chest and sat down next to Eastern, coaching her back to human. It took about fifteen minutes for her. Eventually, she was back in the skintight under clothes she was wearing before and leaning against Lycon, he head on his upper arm, being unable to reach his shoulder. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:46:22 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106775 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106775 Mello Keehl "You're much nicer during the summer," Azrael mumbled and stood up, a frown fixed to her face. She looked over at Seth and tried desperately to contain her laughter as she saw the ears on his head. "Well now," she grinned, ruffling his hair. "Who's a nice little neko?" It was an odd thing for her to do, seeing as a) Seth was taller than her so she had to stand on her toes in order to reach the top of his head, and b) she never showed any signs of affection, teasing or otherwise. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:47:27 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106778 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106778 ArtsyGal Athena walked over and crouched near where Eastern and Lycon were. "You okay Eastern? Kind of rough coming back isn't it. . . I was stuck an entire three days simply because I couldn't bear trying to shift back. . . well, that and the fact that Lyra disappeared, big surprise there." She rolled her eyes. "Don't worry, it gets easier." "I see we have a few things to work on, mostly shifting issues at the moment." Saleem said, "Once you are in your teams I want you to begin shifting again, but I want you to try match the pace of your teammates." It would be an interesting study, to see how many of them could control their shifting abilities, as well as their judgment of having to watch others and deciding how fast they'd have to shift. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:58:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106805 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106805 Darkfeather21 Eastern nodded to Athena, then reached out for Sasha again. Lycon matched her, laying his hand on Leon's head and concentrating on the wolf. Slowly, they began to shift back again, the noises again quite audible. Over on the side of the clearing, some freshie who was skipping class puked, getting himself caught by Saleem and sent away. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:11:02 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106827 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106827 Beebee2121 Seth colored brightly with embarrassment when one of his ears flattened involuntarily at the contact. "Never mind, that!" He batted her hand away. He gave up trying to fix his ears and instead focused on the task at hand. "We're partners, then?" Daisy trotted up to Seth looked up at his ears eagerly. He gave the cougar a meaningful look. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:14:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106834 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106834 Mello Keehl Azrael gazed around the feild, and seeing they they were the only two left replied, "Yes we are. So how fast can you shift? It's a lot easier to do this when ou go fast instead of slow. Saleem told me, and he doesn't lie." she shrugged and let out a soft whistle, drawing Armageddon down from the tree he had been scaling. ((sorry for the short post, it's late and I'm getting tired.)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:39:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106868 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106868 ArtsyGal Torture, pure and simple that was the one word Athena could think of that fit this situation perfectly. She'd had the unlucky chance of teaming up with someone who she seriously doubted ought to be in this class. For the past ten minutes they'd been sitting there, him trying to figure out how to continue the shift instead of reverting back to his own form, while she flickered in the middle, her bones in a constant state of stretching and then abruptly contracting. "Would you hurry up!" She finally snapped, unable to bear it any longer, it was making her unsettled and foggy. <em>Great, now I've gone and done it.</em> The boy was so startled he snapped into a fuzzy red squirrel in the blink of an eye. Rolling her eyes Athena finished her shift just in time to hear the teacher tell them to shift back as soon as they'd accomplished a complete transformation. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:48:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106876 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106876 Beebee2121 "Sixty seconds, tops," Seth told her. He hadn't heard of that particular piece of advice, but he was glad to know it. He had already seen her shift so flawlessly in at least half of his time. He could only hope for a nice, synchronized shift. He was nearly halfway there, anyway. His cat ear twitched again. ((Yeah, I'm getting tired too. Bed for me.)) Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:57:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106885 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106885 masque of reason Reuvan grinned as she was lifted into the air. "This is certainly more fun than walking," she said as the two girls re-entered the dorm building. Knowing that most of the students didn't know her, and would therefore assume she was an air bender if they saw her, Reuvan found it impossible to resist the urge to hit a student in the back of the head with a ball of water. She laughed at his confusion. "What do you think Reya's done to the room?" she asked, turning her attention back to Alexandra. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:21:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106910 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1106910 andreeacarmen "Althea, I would love that idea, but if we start a trend and Isis gets to know of that.... well you won't want that, that much I can tell you. She'd leave you slack instead of torture you in classes and unleash the Hell on you at the examinations.", Reya shrugged indifferently at the thought of it. She wouldn't slack even if put in that situation. She had pushed Isis many times before but handled nicely so far. "Mainly the view. It reminds me of home, even though it is not so green. It gives me a warm feeling just like the memory of home. The broken window was my doing in the first place, <em>by mistake</em>", she put up an innocent face, "so no new room would stop me of doing it again. Plus this is the perfect place to escape from.", Reya grinned wildly at the memories of her escapades. -- "It definitely is. Wooo..!!!", Alexandra yelled excitedly and laughed 'till her stomach hurt when she saw Reuvan's prank on the newbie. "Well, I guess made the room more spacious? She seemed pretty annoyed with the crowded aspect of the room. So would I, I need freedom and space just like my element. I guess she put up the beds on top of eachother as she planned? Have no idea, let's see.", she said as her curiosity was fed. She increased the speed, spiraled a few times in the air with Reuvan and placed themselves on the ground right in front of thee door. "After you...", she said with a funny gentlemanish face and an elegant tone while showing with her hand to Reuvan she could go in ahead. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:21:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1107099 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1107099 andreeacarmen (elle wolff: i have an earthbender carrie too. he is a guy, Aditya, and he is in the same room with Kyrin. let's hook them up as the class was dismissed. for the firebender is a bit difficult cuz my chara is a teacher and donno how to interact much now that the class is over. look at the discussion topic at the room mates and see with whom Kyte is paired and try to rp with them) Aditya felt a bit disappointed of the class. He sat in the crowd while it was slowly dissipating towards the school to occupy their rooms. "How odd...", he muttered to himself. "Did I come here for nothing?", he said on a low tone. He didn't want to believe that so he suppressed the thought and promised to give himself and that place another chance. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:25:32 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1107104 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1107104 masque of reason Reuvan chuckled at the gesture and pushed the door open. She stepped to the side to allow Alexandra to enter and observed the changes to the room. The home-made chandelier seemed a bit over the top to her, but the beds had been done well, and she was glad she wouldn't have to clean the room just yet. Despite the fact that her water-bending skills made cleaning easy, Reuvan still avoided it as much as possible. She noticed that the bags that belonged to the previous occupants were still in the room, and dumped them outside. "Somehow, I don't think they'll want to come in while we're here, and those bags are annoying me." she explained as she re-entered. "Nice work with the room, by the way. Which bed is mine?" Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:16:44 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1107169 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1107169 andreeacarmen "I am glad you enjoy it.", Reya smiled proudly. "Althea took one of the top ones. You girls chose first I will take what's left. One top left and two down.", she replied regarding the sleeping arrangements. She started laughing when Reuvan kicked the luggages out. "We should hunt them for the moment they come back for them and scare them again.", she said truly bursting into laughter. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:53:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1107279 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1107279 Darkfeather21 Lycon and Eastern finished in half the time they had the first time, then began to try and shift back. It was a repeat of the first time. This may have been more of a reluctance to change back than a lack of skill. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:58:53 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1107289 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=19#forum_thread_comment_1107289 Mello Keehl Azrael smiled and tugged on his cat ear. "Alright, ready?" She didn't wait for an answer, just lowered her hand and began stroking Armageddon. She decided that in order to do make this as easy as possible, she would have to grow her own cat ears first. She clenched her jaw in concentration, directing the course in which her shift would take place. It was much harder and slower, but she managed to sprout her ears and then it was smooth sailing from there. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:58:23 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1107857 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1107857 Beebee2121 "You're no better than Daisy," He told her. Seth followed suit and carefully matched the pace of her shifting. Once he finished, he made eye contact with his partner and started shifting back. He did a better job this time going back and didn't have any extra cat extremities. Daisy, mildly disappointed, decided to behave during this whole process. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:47:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1107955 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1107955 Mello Keehl Azrael easliy matched Seth's pace as they shifted back. She ruffled her hair again and frowned. "I am much better than Daisy for many reasons," she argued. "One, I'm not <em>chewing</em> on your ear. Two, I behave. And three, I'm me." she flashed a crooked grin. Armageddon yowled in agreement with her before resuming his earlier activity of hunting mice in the tall grass. Azreal rolled her eyes at her panther as he eventaully gave up and sat down heavily with a huff. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:33:46 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108037 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108037 masque of reason Reuvan pulled her bedding out of her bag and chucked it on the bed below Althea. She shoved her bag under the bed. "I'll take this one," she said, sitting down on what was now her bed. She glanced over at the other girls. "So, what do we do next? Anyone got any ideas? Personally, I'm in the mood to cause some trouble." Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:23:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108146 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108146 andreeacarmen Alexandra floated to the top bed left and Reya sat beneath. "I am in the mood for food.", Reya said rubbing her stomach. "Let's go eat and after we're full maybe cause some food fight and blame it on someone else. Probably an eartbender or a shifter. It's tricky to mess with Isis and Maya. At least not up front." Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:27:31 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108152 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108152 ArtsyGal "I just have one, single question," Althea stated, her face grave, "When are you <em>not</em> in the mood to cause trouble?" She couldn't help it, though she was rather proud she'd managed to keep the giggle out of her voice. She knew they'd have to settle down eventually, but she didn't have anything against causing a little bit of a stir on the first day, as long as it wasn't anything big enough to get them into serious trouble. _______________ Athena broke away from her 'partner' and collapsed near where Lycon and Eastern where. "Mind if I pass out here?" She said, laying back against the grass, "That way you guys can drag me off somewhere quiet and secluded so I can regain my composure before I head back into campus." She cracked an eye open, "How's shifting going?" Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:31:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108163 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108163 andreeacarmen "Classes!", Reya replied fast and frankly. "I am not a trouble maker, more of a teaser. It's just strict here and everything I do is classified as an infraction.", she shrugged smiling. Alexandra laughed at Althea's question. "I don't think is <em>that</em> bad, is it?", she asked with her head down. Reya shook her head. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:35:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108175 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108175 Darkfeather21 "Be my guest," Lycon chuckled deeply, moving away to collect his jacket. Eastern just nodded greeting to Athena. "Could be worse," Lycon said when he returned, tossing Eastern her dress. "We can shift into wolves easily. It's shifting back that gives us issues. Not even controlling our bodies as wolves is that difficult." Leon came up and laid his head on Lycon lap, Sasha doing the same to Athena's chest. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:45:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108199 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108199 Beebee2121 "All very valid points," Seth sat down beside her as Daisy started to prowl towards Armageddon. "But don't let Daisy hear you. She gets <em>super</em> jealous," He joked. "Why do you think she goes after Armageddon's tail?" As soon as he said that, the cougar pounced on the panthers' tail, catching it in the middle with her teeth. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:29:10 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108323 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108323 Mello Keehl "Oh! My poor Armageddon!" Azrael cried in mock horror and pretended to faint. Armageddon let out a startled yowl, whirling on the cougar. What was her problem? He tugged his tail from the cat's mouth with some effort, his ears shooting back in annoyance. Azrael sat back up. "Oh, now she's done it," she sighed. She opened her mouth to call the panther over just as he snarled and launched himself at Daisy, claws extended. "Armageddon," she snapped and jumped to her feet, rushing over to where the black cat had pinned at struggling Daisy to the ground, looking ready to gouge her eyes out. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:59:28 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108380 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108380 ArtsyGal Athena closed her eyes and groaned, "Yep, it could be worse, at least <em>your</em> bonded showed up, Lyra's off flitting around who knows where. And here I was stuck with someone who can't make up their mind about shifting or not." She groaned again, "Sorry, pity party's over, I think I've got post shifting depression or something." She giggled, "Oh no! What are the symptoms after depression, horrendous hysterical fits?" For some odd reason she felt the weirdest tickling sensation in her bones. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:09:32 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108396 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108396 Darkfeather21 Lycon cocked his head at Athena. "No, I think that's cause Sasha's laying on your chest, doing the wolf equivilant of purring." And indeed she was. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:14:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108404 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108404 ArtsyGal "Ah, thank goodness, at least I'm not going insane." Athena smiled, stroking Sasha's head, "You'd be lovely to cuddle up with on long, cold nights," She murmured to the wolf. Saleem surveyed the class, depressing, completely depressing - though there were a handful who looked promising. Well, he'd take the rest of the day to consider future classes. "Okay class, that's enough for today, it is getting late, return to the dorms and settle into your room. I expect everyone to be <em>on time</em> tomorrow." Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:22:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108422 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108422 Darkfeather21 Lycon smiled and nodded, then glanced up at Saleem. "Well, I suppose we should go," he said, clambering to his feet. The shifter tossed his jacket over his shoulder and helped Eastern to her feet before turning to Athena and extending a hand. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:30:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108438 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108438 Beebee2121 Seth laughed as Azrael fell faint on the grass. "Oh jeez." He didn't like how Armageddon's ears shot back like they did. He was right behind Azrael as she ran to their animal companions. Daisy broke free from the panther and ran behind Seth. She whimpered a complaint to him and pouted. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:15:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108545 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108545 ArtsyGal Athena patted Sasha's head once more before accepting Lycon's hand and standing to her feet. Brushing a few tufts of fuzz from her hair she shot another glance toward the sky, shook her head, and smiled at Eastern. "Well, I guess that's that for the day, shall we go find our room?" ________________________________________ Althea shrugged, "Well, so far we've accomplished kicking people out of their own room, although I keep hearing that freshmen have to expect that kind of thing so I guess that's not such a big deal. I shall reserve judgment, and my cursory lectures about behaving, until later." She grinned, "Now, how about some food, I'm starving!" Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:25:41 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108570 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108570 Darkfeather21 Eastern nodded and moved from Lycons side to Athena's, pulling her dress back over her head. She smiled at Lycon. He nodded and started to walk towards the school. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:33:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108589 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108589 andreeacarmen "Thank you.", Reya bowed her head courteously at Althea. She got up from the bed careful to not hit her head to the upper bed. "Shall we go to the mess? I will be your culinary guide for tonight and introduce you to the Rankin food. MUST haves and also NEVER DO thats.", she laughed happily. Alexandra jumped out of her bed this time and rubbed her palms to each other. "What are we waiting for?" Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:41:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108614 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108614 masque of reason Reuvan jumped up, laughing. "I'll have you know that I don't *always* want to cause trouble. I'm very well behaved... when I'm asleep. Mostly. And surely the fact that it's strict here makes it more tempting to cause trouble? But food sounds good to me. And so does a food fight." Reuvan walked over to the door and opened it, stepping out into the hall. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:49:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108641 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108641 Dreamface767 Akuro rolled his eyes as the teacher burst in when he was bothering the nurse. "I didn't <em>suck</em> the air out of him. I made him <em>dizzy</em>. Yes, I did as you said, we sparred and it was just <em>peachy</em>." He looked out of the window at the wandering students who were out of class and exploring. --- Isis was on her way back to the school when something caught her eye. She looked around to make sure no one else was near and did something rare- she let a little smirk grace her face. "Looks like class went well," She said as she walked up to Sacha. ---- The first beginners class and she already wished she never came here. Kishi tried to blink away the water welling in her eyes as she removed her soft glove and opened the wooden cage door. Poor Oto loved his human, but Kishi trembled with every glance. Kishi reached her hand in and Oto placed a little scaly paw on the tip of her finger. Liquid fire shot up her hand and she closed the door of the cage as quickly as she could. She couldn't get the latch closed because her fingers were becoming clumsy. Tears flowed freely as her face mirrored her pain. Her nails turned into claws and skin cells morphed into hard scales. Her hands shook from the transformation and hurt till she finally gave up. Spines protruded following the path of her bones- her finger bones, elbow, along the sides of her spine, even the outline of her ear and her brow. She didn't realize she was screaming. It felt like she had lava for blood and her skin burned like lit oil. Doubling over offered no relief and spines cut into the bends in her body. Her clothing ripped and fell away and her tailbone grew into a long lizardly tail. Kishi's lungs hurt, her heart hurt, everything hurt. Her breathing shallowed, darkness shrouded her eyes, and she collapsed. Up close, creaking could still be heard as more scales and spines appeared and lengthened but the process was slower. Her body couldn't handle it. She was stuck in the in-between. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:50:31 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108642 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=20#forum_thread_comment_1108642 Mello Keehl Azrael reached the two cats just as Daisy wriggled free from Armageddon. She crossed her arms over her chest and pressed her lips into a thin line, glaring at the panther. "Bad," she scolded him harshly, her voice sharp as a knife. "I don't <em>ever</em> want to see that again. Got it?" Armageddon lifted his upper lip in defyance. Azrael raised a single eyebrow and the cat immediately lowered his head, ears drooping. He was in big trouble. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:03:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1108696 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1108696 ArtsyGal Althea followed the others, yanking her hair back into a messy ponytail as she caught up, "Hey look, there's Isis," Her voice dropped, "Don't suppose she's gloating about her students to that other teacher is she? Isn't he the earth bending teacher?" ______________________________ Athena regarded Eastern out of the corner of her eye, she wasn't sure how rooming was going to go, she'd never know if she was crossing boundaries if the girl wouldn't talk to her. Of course, if she really upset Eastern she'd most likely go to her brother, and <em>then</em> Athena would hear about it. "Any idea which dorms are which?" She asked Lycon, "The last thing I want to do is burst in to a room full of cocky guys just waiting to show off. . . present company excluded of course." Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:15:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1108728 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1108728 Darkfeather21 "I think left half is women, right side boys," Lycon said, grinning at her remark. He rolled his shoulders as he walked and looked at the tattoo on his shoulder. A wolf and an eagle. He wasn't exactly sure where the inspiration for that one had come from, but it was neat looking. Eastern just continued to smile and walk, remaining silent. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:19:30 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1108754 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1108754 Beebee2121 Sacha tensed a little as Isis approached him. He was a little off-put by her smile. He shrugged. "More-or-less. It felt good to pummel them with rocks, though. Fear is a great motivator." He felt himself smirk as he remembered the students running around trying to avoid the brunt of his earthbending fury. ------------ "You brought this on yourself, you know," Seth told Daisy. Her ears were down and she looked up at him pitifully with wide glossy eyes.. He couldn't bring himself to scold her. "Brat," he said with no malice and shook his head at her. The rest of the students were leaving. "I suppose we should be on our way, too." He said to Azrael and started for the building. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:47:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1108851 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1108851 andreeacarmen "Either way!! That attack is not supposed to make you dizzy but leaving you breathless, is supposed to put your adversary to the ground just as you had punched him and not like you have strangled him to pass out!", Maya started with a shout and redeemed herself. She got up and walked over to Akuro. "Not all firebenders are at your level. Don't knock them out just because you can, it's a class not a goddamn military practice! I still want the kid to remember something and not come to classes after 2 weeks of sitting at the infirmary!", she made her irritated speech and ended: "I don't want to send you away. Let not that repeat again. If it does, you're leaving the very next day, without further ado, understand?", she looked at him serious. She hoped he was serious about remaining in Rankin and unlike the newbies he knew her for long enough to know she was serious about kicking students out of the school. -- Alexandra and Reya followed out and they headed to the mess. In the mess there was total peace and quiet. Reya loved that. Everytime newbies came they were too busy abt rooming up so they came late for dinner. "Let's grab the goodies while we can and get some crappy food as well. I am in no mood for pranks but when the new kids will arrive they will probably make me kick their arrogant asses. I would like to cook up something for that Missy 'your doom' Waterbender.", Reya rolled her eyes pissed and headed to the food first with the face towards her company. She got food on her plate while indicating what was a 'yummy' and what was a total 'no-no'. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:11:01 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109183 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109183 masque of reason Reuvan followed Reya beside the bench with the food. "Was that the one you were sparring with first? I'm up for pissing her off." She grabbed two plates and began placing food on both of them. Things she actually wanted to eat went on one plate and things that looked good to throw went on the other. She knew that there wouldn't be many nights that she could do that, but the teachers hadn't gotten around to assigning anyone to watch over the mess yet. A few tables were occupied by older students, and Reuvan was briefly disappointed at the lack of freshmen to throw things at, but the fact that they should come along soon cheered her up. She selected a drink and then headed to a near-by table with four seats. She sat down and said, "I still can't decide whether or not I like the fact that the teachers can eat decent food in their lodgings while we are here. On the one hand, it's grossly unfair, but on the other, occasionally they forget to have anyone supervise us, which is certainly a bonus for me." Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:00:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109235 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109235 andreeacarmen "I am not gonna start with comments on food since it'll end up as an endless bugger from me. At least I have the freedom to mess around a bit and be random when I feel so. Food would stay in my throat with Isis in my back to supervise. Ugh!", Reya rolled her eyes approvingly. "Yep, that was her. She sure does not appreciate appreciations. She introduced herself as 'your doom', when I got social with her.", Reya rolled her eyes again at the memory of it and did a cocky posture. "I am Miss Arrogance Best Waterbender in the house. Make room.", she said lifting her nose high up in the air making Alexandra spit her drink from her mouth not being able to hold her laughter. Reya laughed too at causing Alexandra to do such a silly thing but she threw her an apologetic look. Alexandra smiled casually in return to show she wasn't holding grudge. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:26:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109247 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109247 masque of reason Reuvan watched the door, hoping the arrogant one would enter soon. She started laughing, more at what Alexandra did than Reya's impersonation. "I know some of the meals here are bad," she joked, "but I didn't think the drinks would be disgusting enough to make you actually spit them out." A group of freshmen barged into the mess loudly, and Reuvan eyed them, wondering if she should wait until more people showed up or just get started now. She decided to at least wait until they got their food and sat down. From the look of them there was a mixture of benders. She recognised some from the water-bending class and the dirt on a few others suggested they were earth-benders. Beyond that though, it was hard to tell. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:44:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109251 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109251 andreeacarmen "Hahah, I think that as my doing Reuvan.", Reya said between the laughs. Reya watched carefully the freshmen and spoke: "Fresh meat! Let's wait for more to gather. It'll be harder to tell who started it and we will have our hands clean on this one. I want tonight to be peaceful and not filled with teachers lectures.", Reya did a serious stoney face. That was Isis to her. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:49:57 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109253 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109253 masque of reason Reuvan watched the freshmen sit down, smirking. Their food choices had been poor, to say the least, both in terms of things that are good to throw and things that are good to eat. She grinned. "Well, as long as by peaceful you mean "teachers don't find out", I'm fine with that. Because if by peaceful, you mean actually peaceful, well that's just too boring." Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:21:01 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109278 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109278 andreeacarmen "I meant the first interpretation. Sacha's and Kenmei's lectures are boring. Maya is pretty cool, you just don't have to mess up her classes and with her directly. Other than that Isis will screw us up at classes. If you thought today was boring, you should see her mad. She will make the examinations a hell and leave you do nothing in classes. Ugh!", Reya shrugged. "Not that I would laze up in classes, though.", she added immediately. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:30:31 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109297 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109297 masque of reason Reuvan nodded. "Yeah, I've been here for a few years," she answered. "I've seen her mad before. Although, depending how much fun I get out of whatever it was that angered her, it might be just worth it. Probably not, but it's worth considering." Reuvan scanned the tables. They had filled up a little more. "Hey Alexandra, how about this: you use your air-bending skills to lift some food from one table and throw it at another student, and then one of us can stand up and tell a random student off for throwing the food. That should get things going. Unless you want to wait for some more people, that is." Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:59:54 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109318 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109318 andreeacarmen Alexandra looked down really shy. She was new there too and still she was being treated differently. What if she hadn't met the girl? Wouldn't she have been treated the same? She didn't know what to reply or to do. "Ah, let the pure and innocent alone.", Reya teased. "We can get the work done ourselves.", Reya said evaporating the water from a kid's glass without him noticing. She let the cup still wet and used the water from another glass to spill it on his neighbour. "If I am not mistaking that kid is a waterbender.", Reya mumbled amused. <em>"Watch it!", said the wet kid. "Watch what weirdo? Why are you wet?", said the other one unaware. "You brat!", said the other one who blew wind into his hair making it spiky after he froze it with an icy exhale.</em> "Wow, I didn't quite expect THAT!", Reya laughed totally enjoying herself, while Alexandra watched the scene awkwardly. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:12:18 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109331 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109331 masque of reason Reuvan laughed at the scene, ignoring Alexandra's awkwardness. She lifted some ice cubes out of one glass and dropped them down the back of the girl next to him. The girl flinched as the coldness touched her skin and she spun around, slapping him. Unable to resit the temptation to become directly involved, Reuvan stood up and faced the boys Reya had been messing with, yelling across the room, "Oy! Don't you mess with a waterbender!" She scooped up some of less appetising food and hurled it towards them. It fell slightly short, landing in the lap of another student. Reuvan shrugged. "Close enough," she muttered. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:28:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109351 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109351 andreeacarmen "Ah dammit! Now they will say waterbenders started it. Not that it wouldn't be entirely true but still.", Reya muttered not so pleased, but very amused by the situation. Someone threw a drink at her and she froze it in the air and turned it in small frozen flakes. "Leave the waterbenders aside... DON'T MESS WITH ME!", she yelled and she made a drink explode at the table where the drink was thrown from. And so the food/drink fight chaos began... amplified by the fact the kids had powers to manipulate them. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:36:02 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109356 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109356 masque of reason Kenmei glanced at the clock on her desk and stood up with a start. The students should be having dinner now, and as far as she knew, no teacher had been rostered on to supervise. Taking advantage of her airbending skills, she sped over to the mess hall and opened the door. The site that greeted her was not appealing. "It's lord of the flies here," she muttered. ---- Reuvan grinned in excitement. The speed at which a relatively calm room could degenerate into utter chaos was, in her mind, exhilaratingly fantastic. At one stage someone had yelled out, "Shifters V Benders" and the tension had increased, although it remained fairly light-hearted, and the team divide didn't stop Reuvan from drenching several benders.When she caught site of the teacher, she slipped back into her seat and whispered, "Shall we split and let them blame each other?" Thu, 02 Feb 2012 05:51:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109371 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109371 andreeacarmen "Yes...", Alexandra said quickly and got up quickly. The small silhouettes of Reya and Alexandra slowly got their way around in that chaos. "Damn! Hope we ain't screwed.", Reya half mumbled no caring that much about it. It as Kenmei. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:07:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109394 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109394 masque of reason Reuvan followed the other girls, slipping out unnoticed. She shook her head. "Oh, we'll be fine. The freshmen don't even know who we are, no one's going to remember it was us. Shall we head back to our dorms, or do you guys want to find something interesting to do?" ---- Kenmei scowled, shooting forth a blast of wind that knocked a few students over. "Enough!" she called out crisply. "I do not care who started this despicable mess. I am telling you now, not one of you will leave until it is clean." A few students grumbled, but most of them got to work. They were mainly just glad they hadn't been caught by Isis. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:14:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109400 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109400 masque of reason ((as fun as this is, I need to go to bed now. Night!)) Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:14:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109402 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109402 andreeacarmen (take care :) g'nite it was fun :D) Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:18:09 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109405 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109405 andreeacarmen "Let's get to our room.", Reya said relieved after they were out of the mess. "We can get out even from there if we decide so later.", Reya said boredly. Alexandra nodded in agreement. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:22:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109406 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109406 ArtsyGal ((I'll most likely not be one tonight, so Althea is just going along with others or she can be left in the dorm room with a headache (Just in case the others get into really big trouble I don't want her drug into it if I can't be here:)) Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:44:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109710 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=21#forum_thread_comment_1109710 dragonsoul Sophi stood in front of the door but couldn't get either of her arms to move. This would be her room now, and she'd have to share it with three other people. She gulped. Sharing hadn't worked well before. She had arrived late, she'd gotten the days mixed up, and the teacher who had escorted her here had already left. Too late to turn back now. She levitated her bags, opened the door, and quietly walked into her new room. "Hello?" Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:45:01 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1110122 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1110122 Dreamface767 Isis let herself giggle softly, almost inaudibly, covering her mouth with one of her long sleeves. "I love it when you're rough," She said coyly. She wondered how long it would take to make him turn red. -- Akuro raised an eyebrow in an 'I-can't-believe-you-are-being-so-ridiculous' manner. "He's not going to be in here for <em>two weeks</em>. I bet two <em>hours</em> at most!" He rolled his eyes and crossed his arms as he leaned back up against the wall. "Whatever, prof." Just then a strange site was wheeled into the infirmary. It was Kishi, still knocked out cold. The scaley, spine-covered student weirded Akuro out. It just didn't seem <em>natural</em>. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:41:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1111390 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1111390 Beebee2121 Sacha made a strange strangled noise when his breath caught in his throat. He felt the heat rush to his face and he tried to play it off like he wasn't blushing. He cleared his throat and awkwardly adjusted his glasses. "I-I, um," Words, Sacha. Use them. "Thank you....?" She was trying to kill him with kindness. He was certain of it. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:53:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1111420 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1111420 dragonsoul The room was empty. Sophi took the free bed and unpacked. On her desk, she found a schedule, and realized they were all at class or at dinner. Glancing at the clock, she realized she'd taken too long unpacking and missed that too. Instead she opened the window, stuck her head out, and called the wind to her. The campus opened up to her, from the dining hall to the other buildings and the practice field. She used the wind to eavesdrop, and found arguing from the practice area and laughter from the mess. She settled down to wait and listen until she found something better to do. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:07:53 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1111459 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1111459 Mello Keehl Azrael nodded and turned away from her sulking panther. "Yep, and it is..." she pulled out a folded schedule from her boot. "break time." She looked up as Seth began heading back to the building and frowned. "You seriouly spend your break time inside?" She shook her head and made a tsking noise. "Oh you poor boy. Going inside for break is absolutely stupid. That's where all the teachers go. If you want to make the most of your free period, you go in the forest." Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:19:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1112968 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1112968 Beebee2121 Seth stopped in his tracks and slowly turned to face Azrael. He raised a skeptical if not intrigued eyebrow. "The forest is off-limits." He stated. He didn't necessarily believe that at all or followed every rule Rankin had. He just never had a reason to break the rules. But he did now. A gorgeous and unique reason. He took a few steps towards her with his hands in his pockets. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:14:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1113548 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1113548 Mello Keehl Azrael flashed the boy a wicked smile. "Exactly. It's off limits, ergo we can do whatever we want and no one will give a damn about it." She looped her arm around Seth's and set a brisk pace in thedirection of the forest, a mischevious glint in her eyes. She didn't bother asking Seth's opinion on this; she already knew that he'd want to go. It was strange, how friendly she'd become with the Shifter in such a short amount of time. It usually took her ages to even warm up to people, let alone become friends with them. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:30:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1113596 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1113596 Beebee2121 Seth followed Azrael, arm in arm, in the direction of the forest grinning like an idiot. Something occurred to him. "I'm guessing the whole 'monsters in the forest' is a lie to keep us out?" He asked, but didn't break away or stop walking. Assuming she had been there before and come back alive, there couldn't have been anything too dangerous in there. He would still go whatever Azrael answered. Daisy challenged Armageddon to a race by running ahead of him and whacking him in the nose with her tail. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:24:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1113770 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1113770 Mello Keehl Azrael cocked her head to the side, pretending to give the question some serious thought. "Nope," she shook her head and smirked. "It's true but there's certain places where they never go for some reason or another which is where we are going." Armageddon sneezed as Daisy's tail flicked his nose. He growled and bounded after the cougar, determined to beat her to wherever they were going. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:36:48 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1113816 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1113816 Beebee2121 Seth rolled his eyes but smiled anyway. "It sounds great, but, in my opinion, anything monster-free is great." He trusted Azrael not to get them both eaten for dinner by some monster in the forest. It always seemed relatively harmless, but he didn't care to take a chance and go through it. Daisy ran around the two of them a few times before sprinting ahead of them. She looked back to see if Armageddon was still chasing her. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:54:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1114055 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1114055 masque of reason Kenmei left the mess hall, satisfied that it was clean. She began to wander the grounds, trying out a few air bending tricks as she did so. She wondered how the classes would go the next day. The sun was slowly beginning to set, splashing patches of colour across an otherwise empty sky. --- Reuvan threw herself onto her bed as the girls entered the dorm room and sighed. Within seconds she was up and pacing. Her usual desire to roam, explore and disobey was made all the worse by the fact that she still hadn't readjusted to school life after a holiday at home, a place where no one bothered enforcing rules on her anymore. "Are you girls up for doing anything," she asked, "or must I seek a fellow rebel elsewhere?" Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:21:22 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1114536 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1114536 andreeacarmen "Depends what you have on your mind. Up for what?", Reya grinned sitting on the bed on a side supporting her body on the elbow. Alexandra sort of feared to listen to the proposal. She didn't want troubles. She waited to hear the proposal first. --- Maya sat outside peaceful. She had some flying lamps and snapping her fingers she lit them up and let them rise to the sky now matching their golden colours. Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:31:02 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1114629 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1114629 Mello Keehl "Amen," Azrael laughed and continued on, deeper into the forest. It took about twenty minutes of weaving through trees and underbrush to reach a generously sized clearing cut throught the middle by the creek that fed into the lake on campus. The grass here was long and soft--bluegrass--and it swayed in the slight breeze. A multitude of varying flowers dotted the land, interspersing then seperating to create swirling patterns of blues, purples, oranges, yellows, and pinks. Also in this clearing stood a lone oak, branches leaden with coloring leaves and acorns. Underneath the tree, there was a slight hollow where Azrael enjoyed spening the majority of her summers reading, writing, and sketching while being protected from the blazing sun. Sat, 04 Feb 2012 22:35:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116611 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116611 ArtsyGal Althea regarded the two thoughtfully, noting the expression on Alexandra's face, personally she was rather hesitant to agree to anything hastily as well. "Depends," She said carefully, "What were you think?" ___________________ Athena spotted the dorms and started to veer away from Lycon, "Well, there they are, we'll get settled before deciding anything else. Shall we roomie? See you later Lycon!" She waved, skidding to a halt next to the enormous pile of luggage and yanking her own from somewhere in the depths. Sat, 04 Feb 2012 22:43:57 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116647 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116647 masque of reason Reuvan thought for a moment, completely missing the hesitation that was evident in Althea's voice and Alexandra's expression "Well..." she said, "We could go find some more students to bug, but we've already done that Or we could annoy the nurse in the infirmary. She's a shifter, and I get the feeling she doesn't approve of benders. Or we could go to the forest. Places that are out of bounds are usually fun." Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:10:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116710 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116710 Mello Keehl (("...cut through by the creek that..."*)) Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:00:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116797 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116797 Beebee2121 After what seemed like ages and an endless amount of forest, they arrived to what seemed like something out of a painting. "Wow." Seth was enthralled by all the colors of the flowers and the open space of the meadow. "Has this place always been here?" He had never seen anything like before in his life. He tore his gaze away from the spectacle back to Azrael. His eyes were shimmering with delight and he was grinning like an idiot again. "This is amazing." Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:18:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116826 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116826 andreeacarmen "Well if you girls are up for some adventure, I have found a place in the forest, a nice cave. It is not lived, been there numerous times. It is like my hiding, discovered it by mistake in my first year, but took over it only last year. However, I wish we had a firebender with us now, because those can create a sort of fire road or a wall which keeps the monsters away. Out of the four elements they fear fire more and are the most daring in the presence of waterbenders. They can counter attack our powers really well. Felt that on my own skin. As for the infirmary nurse, I won't mess with her as she saved my rear two times now and that is something I don't forget.", Reya said feeling a shiver on her back. "Saved your life? But what happened?", Alexandra's eyes grew with curiosity burning. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:41:14 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116927 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1116927 masque of reason "A visit to the cave sounds good to me," answered Reuvan. "We could try to find a firebender on the way if you want. I'm sure there are plenty that would be willing to join us, and I don't think it would take too long to find one. But yeah, like Alexandra said, what happened with the nurse?" Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:40:27 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1117001 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1117001 andreeacarmen "It's not about what happened with the nurse, it's what is wrong with Isis. That is why I said we shouldn't mess with her <em>too</em> much. I felt it on my on skin and it didn't feel nice. She nearly killed me twice. She found about who I am and at my first examination she went ruthless on me even though I was new, and the second time I pushed her a bit too much. I guess I wanted revenge but it turned against me. The nurse took care of keeping me in one piece. That's all.", Reya shrugged and got up. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 04:21:05 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1117103 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1117103 Dreamface767 Isis smiled. Record timing. She tried to think of something else to set off a stuttering spree. Well-placed pauses worked well. She "accidentally" brushed against his arm as she moved to a more comfortable standing position as she said, "My...pleasure," in as seductive a voice as she could manage. ------ Akuro left the infirmary. Kishi was certainly an interesting sight. The nurse had given her some pain killers and a sedative to keep her knocked out. Once Akuro satisfied his curiosity of her strange transformation, he left. Wandering around outside, he picked a grassy space below a tree and layed down on his back with an arm behind his head. With his free one he snapped his fingers and created little sparks, a habit he had when he was bored. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:51:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1117790 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=22#forum_thread_comment_1117790 Mello Keehl Azrael grinned. "Isn't it? Don't know how long it's been here, and I don't really care. I just hope nothing happens to it, like a fire or something, because I'd be absolutely devastated." She took Seth's hand and let him over to the shade of the lone tree and to her little hollow where she sat, her back resting against the trunk of the tree. She was silent for a moment before speaking. "So, asked asked about my summer? Well, here it is." Sun, 05 Feb 2012 17:09:16 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118139 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118139 Beebee2121 Seth sat down beside her at the tree and didn't let go of her hand. He took a moment to watch Daisy prance through the field chasing a butterfly. He didn't say anything immediately after Azrael spoke. He closed his eyes and imagined this place during the hot summer. The blooming flowers even brighter than they are now and cool break in the shade. He nodded slightly and opened his eyes. "It's very peaceful here." ----------------------- This woman was giving Sacha heart palpitations. Her coy and flirty nonsense around him was nothing like the way she acted around literally anyone else. It was about time he put his foot down and confronted her. He stopped babbling, which had been doing since Isis brushed his arm, and straightened his clothes. He faced her head-on and gathered his wits so he could speak clearly. "Miss Isis," He hesitated and picked his next words carefully. "What do you want from me?" Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:06:32 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118324 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118324 Mello Keehl "Which is exactly why I love it here," Azrael admitted. Her other reasons were a little more private, and she didn't voice them aloud, athough she ran through the growing list in her head. This had been her refuge long before she realized it was the property of Rankin. Actually, this was the exact spot where Isis had found her years ago, half-starved and beaten. She never told the woman why she had been in that condition and she tried not to remind heself of her uncle, but sometimes when she wasn't careful her thoughts would stray and she'd find herself thinking back on everything up until now. She quickly snapped out of her thoughts and realized she'd been holding Seth's hand in a death grip. "Uh, sorry," Azrael colored slightly and quickly pulled her hand away. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:48:11 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118423 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118423 Dreamface767 Isis raised an eyebrow. Well, this was new. She knew just what to say next though. She slowly stepped closer, so close that there was naught but an inch or two between their bodies. She let her eyes drift down and back up, a shy smile across her lips. In a hushed voice Isis said, "What are you willing to give?" ----- Kishi had the same dream she always did when she passed out after transforming. Something a shady old lady told her once when she was a little girl. She was there in her dreams. The surrounding space dark and menacing. <em>'You don't have to be a shifter... If your creature dies before you master shifting, you won't ever shift again. No pain...'</em> Sweat beaded on Kishi's brow. <em>'No pain...ever again...'</em> Oto was out of his cage and somewhere on the grounds. The lock had never properly closed. The cage was still lying in the room where the beginner's class was held, and the thorny devil lizard was somewhere in the grounds outside. ---- Akuro was having fun messing with the fireflies by mixing up their signals with little bursts of light of his own. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:05:15 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118447 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118447 Beebee2121 "You don't have to apologize," Seth was being genuine. "It looked like you had a lot on your mind. So, if squeezing the life out of my hand helps, I don't mind at all." He offered her his hand. He wouldn't make her talk about whatever was bothering her, but he had to admit what was bothering her was bothering him, too. ------------------ All the alarms went off in Sacha's head as Isis got closer. His eyes went wide and his breath hitched slightly at the question she asked. It was rhetorical, really. He was sure she knew the sort of power she had over him. Isis could get him to do anything if she asked. "I-I should go," But he didn't move. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:54:32 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118540 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118540 Mello Keehl Azrael nodded and took Seth's hand again, though she didn't tighten her grip any. She just found relief and reassurance in him, which was sort of strange because she always avoided any contact with others, so why, and when, had she decided that he was different? Azrael shook her head, and took a deep breath before doing something she'd never thought she would be able to do--tell someone about her childhood. She found herself telling Seth all about her mother and father, their deaths, and how she ended up living with her abusive uncle and later, her life on the streets. It took a good ten minutes, and once she had finished she closed her eyes and hugged her knees to her chest, bracing herself for whatever came next. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 20:15:46 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118588 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118588 IrisInWonderland ((Can someone NaNo mail me a catch up?)) Sun, 05 Feb 2012 20:23:53 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118613 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118613 Dreamface767 "But..." Isis' eyes trailed from his eyes to his lips and back, "...you didn't answer my question." She had moved her hand in between them, paused just a breath away from resting on his chest. The anticipation sure to do something. This had started out just another time to tease Sacha but Isis was beginning to think she was getting a little too into it. She didn't particularly want to stop though. She felt...<em>good</em>. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:42:37 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118805 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118805 IrisInWonderland Aurana stared at the forest edge and glanced up at Jax, who was still resting on her shoulder. He crooned softly and floated to the top of a tree, and shrilly whistled at her. She smiled and began to climb the tree, grateful she had changed into black leggings. Liza smiled at Michael, thankful they had decided to eat supper beside the lake. Mittens walked around, being careful not to touch Liza, while Simba lounged beside Michael. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:00:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118866 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1118866 Mello Keehl ((Bump!)) Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:56:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1119044 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1119044 Beebee2121 Seth listened to Azrael as she told him her story. He felt his heart break a little when she curled up into a fetal position. He wanted to find the guy who hurt her and knock his teeth in. "I'm so sorry this happened to you, Azrael." He put his arm around her shoulders and held her closer to him. "But you're safe now." At Rankin, with Isis around, and if Seth could help it, with him around as well. --------------- Isis's hand was burning over his chest, though she wasn't touching it. There was no escape now, he wasn't going to turn tail and run away like he had hoped and it didn't look like she was either. She had him under a spell. "Isis," He said slowly, honestly. "I don't know when or why, but I'd give you anything you asked for." Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:25:10 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1119112 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1119112 Mello Keehl Azrael's muscles tensed under Seth's arm before she realized it was nothing but a form of comfort. She slowly straightned back into a sitting position and gave the boy a small smile. "I know I am, it's just that sometimes it's easy to forget that Uncle isn't here anymore, that it's okay to depend on other people." She stared out at the field of flowers, watching Daisy catpture Armageddon's tail again. The panther let out a tempermental yowl but didn't do anything else. He sat and allowed her to chew his tail to her heart's content in the hopes that after this, she'd grow tired of it and chew on someone else's tail. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:05:46 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1119565 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1119565 masque of reason ((Are we getting rid of Michael or does someone want him?)) Reuvan nodded. "OK, I get why you don't want to mess with the nurse. That's not to say I won't, but I won't ask you to. Now let's get going!" She got up and walked out the door, and then turned around to ask, "Do we want to find a firebender to go with us, or shall we risk it? I don't mind which we do, it's up to you." Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:14:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120039 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120039 andreeacarmen (i guess we can get rid of him? i have enough charies.) "I risked my own skin many times, and I think you did too, but if we're going to have the newbies with us we should get a firebender. Not easy to watch our backs and theirs at the same time efficiently.", Reya shrugged. Alexandra stepped down and followed. If it was only a trip to a forbidden place she could handle. She had done that numerous times. "Hey! I can take care of myself, thank you.", she pretended upset. She wasn't offended, she didn't know how it was and they were also seniors so she'd wait and see if she can brag about handling the challenges. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:44:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120096 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120096 ArtsyGal "No kidding! Of course, if you require someone who wanders about bleating like a lost sheep I <em>guess</em> we could oblige you." Althea teased, leaning closer to Alexandra she dropped her voice, "Me thinks we're going to have to prove our worth, then again, I guess we can always use our newness to explain away any mistakes we <em>may</em> happen to make." Following them out the door she glanced around, "So, what poor, unsuspecting firebender are we going to con. . . . ahem, I mean, invite to join us?" Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:49:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120103 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120103 andreeacarmen Alexandra giggled: "Right-o you are fellow 'newbie'.", she quoted Reya. "Con? Oh not at all. We need an experienced firebender, not any prick. And fortunately enough, they are eager for adventure and keen on breaking the rules so I doubt it'll be hard to convince one. Hard it'll be though, to find a reliable one who won't go tell around if smt goes wrong.", Reya rolled her eyes. "If they are smart and don't want all eyes on them for a good amount of time they'll side with us." (OKAY firebender NEEDED! any volunteers?) Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:57:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120117 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120117 Dreamface767 (Akuroooo's not doing anythiiiiing!! Though he may hit on the ladies... &lt;_&lt; He's currently making sparks with his fingers while laying under a tree kind of in the middle of the grounds.) Isis faltered. <em>He</em> almost got <em>her</em> to blush. She wasn't expecting that. But... she couldn't help but wonder, was it because he liked her, or because he feared her? Thoughts raced through her head as she stared at his chest where her hand was; the kind of staring where your eyes are focused on a point but you are looking beyond it or at something at the back of your mind. "What if..." Her eyes drifted up towards his lips, "I asked for..." Her eyes looked up to his. She wasn't sure where this would go; and it made her feel like a student again. And she didn't want to admit it, but her heart was beating faster. "...you?" Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:27:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120306 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120306 Dreamface767 (((I don't like making posts like this but I had to say it. I think this accurately depicts my face as I wrote this. http://i.animecrazy.net/Ichigo-funny%5B1%5D.jpg ))) Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:30:27 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120313 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120313 ArtsyGal "Well," Althea surveyed the campus grounds, trying to pick out who might be a firebender from the many students milling about. She didn't have to look too far. "I'm thinking playing with sparks generally means firebending capabilites." She pointed across the grounds to a figure lounging under one of the trees. "What say you, oh fearless leaders?" Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:35:38 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120327 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120327 andreeacarmen The party got out and Reya's sharp eyes noticed Akuro. "Ah! Here's the ladies man. Girls, watch out for his charms. Anyway, I think we can count on his silence.", she said grinning to the girls. She whistled in his direction and yelled: "Hey pretty boy.", she giggled. "I am so gonna mess with him." Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:37:31 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120331 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120331 Dreamface767 Akuro rolled over and looked up. His eyes lit up and he stood. "Ah! I thought I heard heaven calling!" He smiled. "What are so many lovely ladies up to at this hour?" He assumed his normal talking-to-girls-position by leaning up against the tree. "If you're up to no good I might just die of happiness. Dream girls!" He placed a hand inside a fold of his shirt over his chest and made a fake heartbeat by lifting his fingers up and down as he looked jokingly up and off into the distance (if you know the gesture I'm talking about?). Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:48:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120350 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=23#forum_thread_comment_1120350 andreeacarmen (yes i know it) "What can I say? We love night and we're definitely up to no good at this hour of the evening out. And guess what? It's about to get better and it involves you too.", Reya flirted and laughed at her behavior. "Wow, I have never done this before. How am I doing?", she whispered to the girls. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:51:37 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120361 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120361 ArtsyGal "Gee, he's pretty easy to please," Althea whispered, "Give him a sniff of trouble and he'd follow us to the ends of the earth. We probably wouldn't even have to say a word to him." She grinned wickedly, that would be fun, try drive him nuts by not speaking a single word. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:53:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120367 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120367 andreeacarmen Alexandra was trying to hold her giggles so hard. Althea was sure a funny girl. She put her forehead on her shoulder trying to hold on the laughter. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:55:33 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120372 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120372 Dreamface767 Akuro grinned. "Well I am loving this ratio." He bowed slightly. "Ladies, I am at your service." He stood and ran a hand through his red hair, it bouncing back to the way it was anyways. "So what lovely rules are we breaking? Anything with the newbies? Or are we to be more daring than that tonight?" He raised an eyebrow at the two's giggles, intrigued. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:59:27 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120381 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120381 andreeacarmen "The two gigglers ARE newbie and we corrupted them.", Reya winked at Reuvan and smiled. "We're up for a small field trip tonight. Would you mind cover the backs for this girl gang on our way to my hiding in the forest? There's a treat waiting for us.", Reya half smiled at the guy and looked down shortly before eyeing him confidently. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:04:54 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120391 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120391 Dreamface767 "Aaaahh," His grinned widened. "Welcome to the dark side." He greeted the new ones. To Reya, he repeated, "As I said, I am at your service." Akuro the pervert had his fingers crossed, but Akuro the gentleman said nothing. "I can't wait," He gestured his arm out to the side. "After you." (Class. Be back bout 5 hours (Yay night classes).) Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:16:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120416 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120416 andreeacarmen (see ya later :) ) Reya led the way holding close to where Akuro was. "I don't think I need to remind we we'd like privacy and secrecy of this. There's no need for a third party involved here, else... I know exactly how to get revenge.", she threw him a wide grin and a wink. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:21:53 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120426 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120426 ArtsyGal Althea started after the others. She wasn't sure Reya should be acting that way, it would most likely only encourage the cheeky guy, and after awhile he might just get pretty bold. But, there were four of them, after all, more than enough to take care of one firebender should the need arise. She didn't answer his greeting, instead arching an eyebrow. Maybe she'd see how much she could psych him out. It would make the evening a bit more interesting anyway, funny at the very least. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:51:19 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120493 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120493 Mello Keehl ((bump)) Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:55:00 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120713 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120713 Beebee2121 "I imagine it takes some time to recover," Seth nodded. "But there's no rush. You can take as long as you need away, just so long as you come to visit me and Daisy." He grinned. "I've never seen her so taken with another cat's tail before." Daisy didn't stop chewing on Armageddon's tail until the fur was sodden and ruffled up. When she was done, she flopped on her side and enjoyed the aromatic flowers. --------------------------- Sacha's eyes widened a fraction when Isis faltered. The tone of the conversation had evolved into something inexplicable. Or rather into something he wouldn't dare say out loud. He could practically feel the air between them crackle with electricity. He licked his dry lips and sucked in a breath. "Then you have me," He confessed. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:16:56 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120811 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120811 Mello Keehl "And I've never seen Armageddon look so incredibly lost for things to do," She laughed. With that sound, the opressing, bittersweet atmosphere dissapated, leaving her feeling much happier. Suddenly struck by the need to write something, Azrael rolled back her sleeve and pulled a pen out of her boot and began scrawling lines of prose on the inside of her arm in elegant, looping cursive. Armageddon padded over to the two shifters, glad to have his tail back, and collapsed by their feet with a grunt. He did not enjoy being used as a chew toy, but right now he just didn't know how to make the blasted cougar stop. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:30:08 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120877 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1120877 Beebee2121 Seth relaxed significantly when he heard Azrael laugh. He smiled and laughed some himself. He peered over her shoulder to get a look at what she was writing. He hesitated a moment but curiosity got the better of him . "What are you writing?" He asked. Daisy rolled around in the flowers and got some petals stuck in her fur. She purred contentedly. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:27:23 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1121377 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1121377 masque of reason Reuvan smiled at Akuro. "Well," she said, "I'm glad you're coming. At any rate, if this adventure turns out to be less adventurous than I like, I'll have something cute to look at." Reuvan enjoyed flirting a lot. There are a slight competitive edge to it, similar to banter, that she found fun. She began walking towards the forest with the other girls, slightly ahead of Akuro. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:06:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1121772 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1121772 Dreamface767 The Firebender grinned and nodded. <em>'Kinky.'</em> "Of course, of course. Believe me, my lady, I know the importance of secrecy after all the rules I've bent or broken." He winked at Althea, determined to be on her good side before the night was over, and smiled at Reuvan. "I believe we met earlier today...Ru? I can't wait to see where our conversations lead us this time." With this many girls he couldn't wipe the smile off his face as he brought up the tail to the trek into the forest. --- Isis didn't realize she had drifted closer with every second that passed. When he answered, she went for it, her eyes closed, her hand finally resting on his chest, their lips meeting, her kiss like snow. Her mind went quiet as she pressed up lightly against him. (((insert faces http://img3.lln.crunchyroll.com/i/spire2/02222008/a/b/4/e/ab4e81346f9370_full.jpg ))) Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:11:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1122725 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1122725 ArtsyGal Althea caught the wink, but her only response was an arched eyebrow, her mouth, surprisingly enough, behaving well enough to stay in the straight line she'd arranged it into. At some point she might have to use her 'Freaky Psycho Stare' that usually drove Athena nuts, just to see what kind of reaction she'd get - it'd be amusing whatever it was, because no one could ever figure out if they should be worried, amused, or mad when she used it. _____________________ "Nice room," Athena's bag hit the floor as she wandered over to a window, "View and everything! I think we hit a bonus." She turned back to Eastern with a smile, "Doesn't look like our other bunkmates are here, so we get first pick!" Placing her hands on her hips she regarded the girl with a mock stern look, "Now I'm not going to have to worry about you talking my ear off all night long, am I?" Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:16:54 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1122737 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1122737 Beebee2121 Before Sacha knew it, Isis had pressed her lips against his. He responded by pressing closer and wrapping his arms around her waist. His lips were chapped and a bit dirty from the earlier lesson. Lesson. Wait, what was he doing!? Sacha's eyes flew open as he broke contact and stepped away. He couldn't form a single coherent thought other than <em>Run!</em> So, he blurted out some excuse, turned on his heel, and briskly walked away in some random direction. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:13:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1122823 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1122823 Beebee2121 ((Hahaha! http://s660.photobucket.com/albums/uu321/water_demon_147/?action=view&amp;current=e956eb05a53f89da2df51d9d1ece7d8d.gif&amp;newest=1)) Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:16:54 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1122830 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1122830 Mello Keehl "Stuff," Azrael shrugged and continued writing. To be honest, she had no answer to Seth's question. It was like the words flowed from the pen onto her arm, bypassing her mind completly. Her hand didn't stop moving until her entire arm was covered in her looping script, only then did she put the writing utensil away and began reading the words. "'I'll stop loving you when diamons never sparkle, and flowers cease to bloom. When thunder never echoes, and rivers do not flow. I'll stop loving you when hearts never wander, and hands are no longer held. When smiles are only memories, and hope is never felt. I'll stop loving you when trees wither then die, and stars refuse to shine. When God commands me, then I'll stop loving you.'" Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:34:27 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1123208 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1123208 Dreamface767 Isis watched him leave, puzzled. <em>'Too much, Isis. Too much, too soon, too fast.'</em> Nervously she smoothed out the front of her dress, awkwardly looking at the ground, <em>Nervous? Why was she nervous?</em> She thought he had been really into it but maybe he <em>did</em> fear her. Isis sighed and rubbed her forehead with her hand. "I need to go for a swim," she muttered to herself as she turned to walk back to the lake. She didn't care about her Ice Queen status among the students, in fact she preferred it, but every once and awhile it interfered with a chance of life outside of class. Even now, when she was going to relax, it was at the very place she held lessons. At the lake along the shoreline, she dropped her robe-dress-thing among the smooth pebbles and stepped into the depths of the water. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:53:41 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1123280 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1123280 Beebee2121 Seth stayed quite until she was finished and read the poem. He blinked slowly as a small blush rose to his cheeks. "Wow, that-that's beautiful," His tried to avert his gaze, looking at the tree, the flowers, her arm, but ended up meeting her gaze. "Does that sort of thing happen a lot? Random strokes of inspiration?" He could imagine that happening often in this sort of meadow. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:00:28 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1123306 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1123306 Beebee2121 Sacha was practically ripping his hair out. He was excited and terrified, but so ecstatic that it filled him with dread. How long had they been working together at Rankin? A couple years, perhaps. Never once would he thought of actually, well, <em>kissing</em> Isis. But now that he about it, he had been harboring a small crush on the waterbender. "What the hell was I thinking?" He said aloud. He found himself pacing in the middle of the forest. Oh, great. The forest. He pulled up a rock to sit down on and buried his head in his hands. "What a mess," he grumbled to himself. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:06:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1123334 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1123334 Mello Keehl Azrael's cheeks colored slightly at the compliment. She never got them, so she was always somewhat embarrassed when someone praised her on her work. "Thanks," she said softly. "I guess it happens a fair amount. I mean, why else would I carry a pen in my boot?" Of course, that was an understatement. Last year she'd filled about twenty journals with her 'random strokes of inspiration', and that was only half of everything. She'd also leave small lines of poetry on the edges of the desks, or even on the walls of the school even though Isis threw a fit everytime she found a single letter printed in Azrael's handwriting that wasn't on paper. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:26:26 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1123389 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=24#forum_thread_comment_1123389 Darkfeather21 Eastern grinned and shook her head at Athena, then looked at Sasha. She might be the problem one. The wolf just barked and padded inside. She immediatly chose one of the bottom beds and layed at the foot. Her Shifter smiled and shrugged. Guess that was their beds then. Eastern walked over to the window and jiggled it for a moment. She couldn't tell, but she thought the lock might be easy to jiggle out of place. -- Lycon watched as Eastern and Athena walked away, then looked to Leon. "Let's go see about some food," he said. They both padded along to the mess hall. Which was currently a mess. Apparently, someone hade decided it was a good idea to start a food fight. Wolf and shifter paused for less than a second before turning back around and walking away. "Eh, food can wait. Let's go see about our room," he said. They found an empty room with no problem and walked in, immediatly checking the window. Broken lock. The school apparently didn't care if they broke curfew or not, because this was the third year in a row he'd gotten rooms with busted window locks. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:19:37 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1123960 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1123960 Beebee2121 Seth chuckled a little at a her blush. At least he wasn't the only one. "Valid point," He crossed his legs as Daisy bounded over to the two of them and curled up at his feet. When he thought about it, he remembered seeing some lines on of poetry on his desk one day. "Didn't Isis yell at you for writing on the walls that one year?" He'd seen the woman at various stages of rage and that had been one of her more angry moments. ------------------ After having calmed himself down enough, Sacha decided to head back to the school. He still didn't have the slightest idea of where he was, but if he listened carefully, he could hear the sound of rushing water. He wandered around the forest until he came to a river which he assumed ran into the lake on campus. He started walking beside the river in the direction it was running. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:48:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1126200 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1126200 andreeacarmen Reya reached with the group at a forest entrance she knew. "Well Akuro dear... how about showing off a bit of your talent? We need a fire path to keep the beasties away while we travel safe to the hiding.", Reya winked at him. "Make some firewalls inside the water lines I am drawing, if you can, that is.", she teased a bit and smiled widely. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:12:19 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1126770 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1126770 andreeacarmen "Pretty far from the School, huh Sacha?", a voice from the dark chanted with a soft feminine voice. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:13:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1126774 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1126774 Dreamface767 Isis floated in the middle of the lake, her ears muffled by the water, but sounds underneath echoing. She watched the stars peak out from behind clouds, twinkle, and run away again. She closed her eyes and focused on the sounds of the water as she tried to sort out her head. What she wanted to do next. ---- Akuro scoffed. "I hope your little strands of water can handle the heat," he teased back. He took two rapid steps forward, going into a crouching position as he moved, and swung his arms from behind his hips to straight out in front of him, fingers closed except for middle, pointer, and thumb, which were straight- guiding the direction of the fire. The flames extended out along the makeshift path. ---- Oto made a growly lizard noise thing wherever the hell he was. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:41:50 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1127110 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1127110 Beebee2121 Sacha stopped walking and whirled around to face the voice. "Who's there?" He frowned and narrowed his eyes at the shadows. He didn't recognize the voice. He was fully prepared to defend himself against a threat, but he wouldn't move until he saw who it was. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:32:57 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1127527 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1127527 Mello Keehl "Pft, no. What are you talking about?" Azrael lied, a devious smile spreading across her lips. Of course she had; who else would be bold enough to risk the wrath of an angered Isis? She glanced around and leaned foreward, dramatic as ever as she confessed. "Yes, it is me. Big shocker, I know, but you mustn't tell anyone. If you do, chances are I'll be forced to wash the entire building from floor to ceiling." She grinned, eyes dancing with mischief. "Speaking of which, have you seen my other works of art around the school?" Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:00:02 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1127820 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1127820 andreeacarmen "Cool down Sacha.", the voice said as red light appeared and revealed Maya. The light came from a fireball she was holding in her hand. "I know you are a teacher, but you don't seem too aware of the forest dangers. Your guard was down until you heard me. Anyone could have taken an opportunity in that.", Maya scolded a bit. "Why are you here anyway?", she asked a bit frowning. --- "Oh they will, they will.", Reya said with a finger on the ground from which the water strands were starting to travel inside the forest. She looked as the water and fire traveled together just as fast. "Firewater working together. Isis and Maya would flip out.", she giggled. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:43:08 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1128343 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1128343 masque of reason Reuvan chuckled at Reya's comment. She glanced around the forest, unimpressed. As it was out of bounds, she had been there many times and was getting bored. "So Reya, tell us about these monsters that caused us to bring Akuro along. Speaking of Akuro," she continued, turning to him, " what fortunate events led to you come to Rankin? And you newbies," she added, using the term jokingly, "what do you think of your first taste of the forest?" Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:55:44 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1128628 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1128628 andreeacarmen "I don't remember much of it honestly. I decided to take a walk one night in my first year. Something or someone knocked me out. A firebender saved me, one as careless about rules as I was. I got lucky, apparently I shouted before passing out.", Reya shrugged. "If you have some experience, you can overcome the forest creatures, only a few of time give troubles even to the teachers. Remember last year ruckus? 3 newbies ended up in the infirmary? I watched the whole thing closely. I was outside that night with the firebender we were planning to get in the forest when we saw Maya come out with some helpers and 3 kids. They looked nasty and nasty is a soft word for the condition they were in. Even Maya looked, crumpled to say the least.", Reya said getting up in her feet. "The road is ready. The water will travel until it reaches the cave. The fire has to form walls inside it and we'll travel safely.", she said stepping on the path. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:14:47 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1128635 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1128635 Mello Keehl ((Bump~)) Sat, 11 Feb 2012 21:21:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1132713 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1132713 andreeacarmen (i am stuck mello) Sun, 12 Feb 2012 03:48:48 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1133367 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1133367 Dreamface767 (And I am waiting for Bee to respond before bringing the monster mash) Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11:39:39 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1133817 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1133817 Beebee2121 Sacha quickly thought up of a lie. "I was taking a walk. I guess I wasn't paying attention, so I got lost." It was a weak one, at best. A half-truth, really. He couldn't exactly say that he had a mental breakdown after sharing a kiss with Isis. Wait, wasn't that his first kiss? He felt himself starting to freak out again. "Well, i-it was nice to see you," He tried to make a break for it, keeping his head down so Maya wouldn't see his red face. ------------------- Seth considered the question while running a hand through his messy blond hair. "Define 'works of art'." He had seen a few more of her poems in odd spots around the school, but if she was talking about paintings and things, he hadn't seen any. Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:35:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1133893 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1133893 andreeacarmen "Uuuuu... love the heat coming from you Sacha. I shall join you out. No lost students this year around. You know, you should pay more attention to the forest even though it's in your element. The ones who dwell in it are not so friendly.", Maya came closer to him and threw her arm across his shoulders casually. -- Reya walked the road and after some good 15 minutes of walk. They were there. "Ta-dah!", Reya showed to a rock covered by weeds. She removed the weeds and entered a dark small hole, having to kneel a little. As soon as she was inside a blue glowing water ball from her hand lighting up the cave. Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:33:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1133968 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1133968 ArtsyGal Althea followed the others into the cave, excitement sparkling in her eyes. She almost exclaimed aloud, but then remembered she wasn't speaking. . . . then again, maybe it would drive the firebender even more nuts if she talked to anyone but him . . . . hmm, she'd have to think about it. Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:10:37 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134017 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134017 Mello Keehl "A mural," Azrael relpied. "It's really hard to miss if you know where to go," she smiled, but then frowned when a thought occured to her. "Unless Isis found it." And wouldn't that just be horrible? She'd spent a week working of the large landscape, and gone through numerous cans of paint as well. That was her big project this year. Last year had been a large rose drawn with chalk in the courtyard, the year before that a seascape. She always did something different, something bigger, each summer, and each year Isis found out and had people come and wash it off of the wall or floor. Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:38:15 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134091 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134091 andreeacarmen Alexandra wowed out loud at the cave. The cave walls were dark with some shiny particles glittering in Reya's light. Deeper in the cave the rock floor went down and it ended with a small pond with clear water coming from some crack in the cave wall. The only sounds were of their steps, their breaths and the water falling into the pond. Next to the pond the ground lifted again in some natural sculpted stairs where lied a few pillows. On the top 'stair' there were some candles already half melted. Reya turned suddenly. "Should someone find this about from your mouth, I will be worse and Isis and Maya altogether.", she warned looking menacingly for a split second. Then she put a hand on the Akuro's shoulder and got closer to him. She used her hand to move his body to a few spots in the cave which she pointed with her finger. "There, there, there, there and there.", she asked him to light up a few strategically placed candles. Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:49:08 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134126 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134126 Dreamface767 Akuro smirked. Not bad for a cave. A little girly for his taste but whatever. Anything to make the ladies comfortable. He pointed a finger at the candles, little balls of flame shooting out and lighting on the wicks. He kept a small fire going outside of the cave to keep away and curious creatures. He stood next to the quiet girl and tried to bother her. "So now what?" He asked the ladies, placing an elbow/arm on Althea's shoulder in that picking-on-you pose tall people do to people shorter than them. ---- Errmmm....Michael had seen the students run off into the forest and didn't want to be left out of the fun. He ran over to where they entered the forest and tried to catch up by following the soggy and burnt trail left behind, which he thought was a strange mix. What he didn't realize was that the lack of fire, but the remains of the smoke, were attracting some not-so-nice guests. Bright eyes flashed behind bushes and trees as they caught the light of the moon. Leaves and sticks crackled and crunched. Further in the forest, snarls and growls could be heard as two black masses came too close to one another. (Feel free to control Michael and/or/and monsters) ----- Isis opened her eyes to stare at the stars again, scowling. Unease stirred in her stomach. Never a good sign. Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:06:13 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134712 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134712 ArtsyGal Althea turned and gave him one of those maddening 'I-know-something-you-don't smiles. A second later a shimmering wall of ice shot up from the ground, knocking his elbow off and toppling him over. ((If I went too far you could say he stepped back, or something)) Dissolving slowly Althea turned to the other girls, eyes twinkling, "I'm sure you don't have anything to worry about us Reya, after all, we'd get in just as much trouble." She grinned, "Of course we may be able to beg off on being forced to do it by such a seasoned pupil like you." Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:13:24 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134729 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134729 ArtsyGal ((*Dissolving the wall - not Althea, what would be some trick:)) Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:13:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134730 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=25#forum_thread_comment_1134730 Beebee2121 "A mural?" Seth parroted, astonished. He vaguely remembered walking past a landscape painted on the walls in the hallway. "You did all of that? That's amazing!" Daisy stirred a little, hearing the excitement in her human's voice. She absently moved her tail which landed on Armageddon's head. "I don't think Isis found it." ------------------ "Y-yeah," Sacha sighed in resignation. He quickly willed away his blush and started down the riverside side by side with Maya because her arm was around his shoulders. He stopped when he heard an inhuman snarl come from the forest. "Did you hear that?" Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:14:36 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1134735 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1134735 Mello Keehl "Thanks," Azrael mumbled, a heated blush rising to her cheeks. "I wouldn't say it's <em>that</em> good though, I mean it's no Picasso or anything." She tugged up a clump of grass, twisting the individual blades between her thumb and forefinger. Armageddon sniffed and rolled his eyes up to glare at the tail that landed on his head. He raised his upper lip in contempt and shook his head until Daisy's tail thumped on the ground. Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:06:55 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1134888 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1134888 masque of reason Reuvan looked over the cave. It was nice, if you were into that sort of thing, but it wasn't really to her taste. She felt that it was far too small. She chuckled as Althea's ice-wall shot up. "Akuro," she teased lightly, "I thought we had you here to look out for the newbies. You won't be much help if a simple wall can get the better of you. You really haven't been very impressive." Mon, 13 Feb 2012 03:07:59 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1136124 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1136124 Dreamface767 Akuro stumbled back a few feet. He grinned and ran a hand through his hair to brush it out of his eyes. He turned his attention to Reuvan. "We haven't had any trouble yet, have we?" Rhetorical. He picked a spot up against the rock wall and leaned against it. "No sense wasting energy if you don't need to use it. Puts you in a bit of a pickle later on when you do." He leaned in closer to her and in a semi-whisper said, "besides, it was all in the plan." ------ Isis was still floating on her back, but her eyes were focused off to the sides at the forest. She always went with her gut. And her gut was telling her something wasn't right. Something in the forest wasn't happy. Isis couldn't stand just laying there anymore. With a thrust of her arms, she sped herself over to her clothing, stepped into them, and began her walk to the forest via the pathway of water. She created a platform of ice for her to stand on on the lake and pushed the water beneath and behind it up and forward, propelling her softly, smoothly, and slowly, up the river. It took less concentration than standing on the water directly, giving her a better mind to keep her eyes and ears open. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:07:17 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1136899 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1136899 Mello Keehl ((Poke! (because bumping is getting old :P)) Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:24:26 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1137636 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1137636 Beebee2121 "Psh. That dusty old dead guy's got nothing on you," Seth grinned. The sun was starting to set over the trees and stained the sky orange and pink. He sighed, knowing they would have to leave soon. Daisy accidentally-on-purpose flicked her tail up and on Armageddon's head again. "I can't believe we've been going to same school for all this time and I've never said 'Hello' to you." ------------------- One of the creatures snarled viciously at Michael. The boy was on their turf and he would pay for it. Michael scrambled backwards as they drew closer, their jaws snapping at his feet. He tripped over his own feet in his mad dash to get away and one of the creatures closed its teeth around his ankle. "Help! Somebody!" He cried out. ------------ Sacha ran, without thinking first, into the woods when he heard the call for help. He didn't stop to see if Maya was following. It wasn't often he did something heroic, so he tried not to think too hard about it as he jumped over fallen trees and ducked under low hanging branches. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:40:49 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1137699 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1137699 Mello Keehl Azrael grinned. "Well, I really can't blame you. We've never had classes together and this was were I always went instead of where everyone else went." She stared out at the setting sun. "So, I guess we should get going before we're stubling through these woods in the dark." She pulled herself to her feet, stretching slightly like a cat might. Armageddon jumped to his feet as well, eager to be away from Daisey. He never wanted to see that cougar again for as long as he lived. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:49:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1137732 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1137732 Dreamface767 ((When it's only been a few hours, I don't think bumping or poking is necessary. It's just waiting for people on different time zones to get on.)) Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:34:42 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1137895 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1137895 Dreamface767 Isis heard the faint call for help and propelled herself up the river faster. The wake behind her crashed over the banks of the stream. A student was where they shouldn't be. <em>'The semester just started. Don't start it off like this, not like this.'</em> She didn't want to think about it but it was inevitable. Every year , a student was taken from her. --- Akuro shot forward off the wall and spun to face the forest. "The hell was that?" He shouted, looking into the gathering darkness outside. The group was closer, Michael had tried to tail them after all. Akuro's blood ran cold. There was a student out there, alone. That was recipe for dead meat. He didn't want to leave the girls but... Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:16:44 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1138058 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1138058 masque of reason Reuvan smiled at Akuro. "And what plan would that be?" she asked, the volume of her voice matching his. The call for help sounded close to them, but not close enough to be sure that they could help. Reuvan knew what kind of creatures frequented the forest. If the kid was inexperienced, he'd have to be very lucky to survive. She was tempted to suggest they stayed in the cave to insure no teachers found them, as a cry for help was likely to attract more attention. But her desire for action won out. "We need to do something," she said, "Akuro, you're a fire-bender. You come. I'm going with him. The rest of you can come or stay, whichever you please." Without waiting for an answer, she strode out of the cave. She couldn't see the source of the voice, but knew he'd be near-by. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:21:52 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1138489 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1138489 Beebee2121 Michael's lion ((Did it have a name?)) appeared above Michael and roared menacingly at the creature. The roar was loud enough to be heard all through the forest and shook a few birds from the trees. The creature released the human's leg and barked fearfully at the lion. The lion growled once more, but the other monsters were circling the two of them, surrounding them. ----------------------------- Sacha heard the roar of the lion echo through the forest. He was getting close. He kicked up a slab of land and rode it across the earth like a snowboard, pushing it through a crevice in the ground he formed as he went. It was faster than running, but a bit more difficult to manage. A few branches snapped at his face as he sped through the forest. ---------------------------- "I suppose you're right," Seth stood and stretched his back, causing his shirt to ride up a little. His startled blue eyes flickered over to the side of the forest where the roar came from. "Tell me you heard that, too." He said to Azrael. Daisy perked up, her ears swiveling to and fro at the sound. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:21:17 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140434 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140434 Mello Keehl Azrael nodded, her eyes flicking to the direction of the noise. Armageddon's hackles raised and he let out a hiss before racing off into the forest, following the roar. "God--Armageddon!" She shouted, chasing after the cat. "Get back here!" The panther didn't listen, just continued onwards, crashing through the foliage, Azrael on his heels. She didn't think about if Seth would follow or not, she just needed to make sure her pet would stay safe. He would always be her main concern. The two skidded to a halt just before they crashed into a large group of monsters. circling a boy and his lion Azrael's eyes grew wide and she desperately clutched the rosary around her neck, sending up a silent prayer before pulling a knife from her left boot. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:32:46 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140475 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140475 ArtsyGal "We gotta go help," Althea agreed, "But I don't think we should split up, so when we leave here we've got to make sure that we all stay together or in two groups at the most." ((Sorry for the short post)) Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:37:07 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140494 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140494 masque of reason ((Hold on, lion? There were two Michaels. One was IrisinWonderland's character and one was JJ's character. Anyone can control JJ's Michael (who was an air bender) and we can get rid of him, but I don't think anyone can control Iris' Michael. Or did I miss something?)) Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:11:58 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140850 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140850 Beebee2121 ((Ahhh!! I got them mixed up! I'll change it so he summoned up some gale force winds or something through the forest.)) Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:15:34 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140866 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140866 Darkfeather21 ((Well, actually, Iris is no longer RPing, so I think you'll be clear for taking her Michael.)) Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:18:46 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140876 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140876 Dreamface767 ((Waaah!! Iris isn't anymore either? I did not know that)) Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:55:46 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140995 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1140995 Beebee2121 ((Well, I was kinda gonna kill him off, but I won't. The lion works best in this case, so I'll just keep at it.)) Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:21:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142614 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142614 Beebee2121 ((She'll be back. She's just on a temporary extended leave of absence.)) Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:22:35 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142617 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142617 Beebee2121 Seth's reaction wasn't as immediate, but he and Daisy ran after Azrael and Armageddon. As they ran, he brushed his pet to quickly shift into a cougar. He snarled at the creatures as they whipped around to face him and Azrael. Daisy was right by his side as he pounced at the nearest one and wrestled it to the ground. ------------------------- Michael's lion attacked the monster who had his human while the rest were distracted. The creature let go of Michael and tumbled over the ground, a mess of snarls and fur, with lion. Michael quickly backed away into the forest a safe distance away from the fighting. A few more monsters saw him retreat and followed him with their teeth bare. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:36:41 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142676 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142676 Mello Keehl Azrael didn't even think of shifting as she launched herself at the group of monsters that had followed the boy as he retreated. She swiftly drove her dagger through one's chest then yanked it back and using the hadle to knock another in the temple, effictively knocking it out. Now there were only two left, they had turned their attention from Michael to Azrael and she just hoped the boy was smart enough to use this opportunity to get away. With a deft flick of the wrist, the dagger flew from her hand and lodged itself in one of the monster's neck leaving one left. It lunged at Azrael who sidestepped and snapped it's neck from behind. Guess it actually does pay to have an assassin for an uncle, she thought grimly as she plucked her blade from the fallen monster. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:00:24 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142740 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142740 Dreamface767 ((But we're trying to kill off the Airbender Michael since no one wants his character.)) Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:38:32 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142856 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142856 Beebee2121 ((We can try and kill him off later, maybe? God, I really botched this thread up, haven't I? How about Airbender Michael is now big-cat Shifter Michael, and we kill that one off?)) Wed, 15 Feb 2012 20:46:45 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142880 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1142880 Dreamface767 ((But then we're getting rid of Iris' character- who might be coming back. ...I got this. I got this. Cat Michael can be saved by everyone, and I got a way to get Airbender Michael in trouble.)) Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:08:15 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1143136 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1143136 Beebee2121 ((I meant we should change Airbender Michael into another Cat Michael, but I like your idea better.)) Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:26:37 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1143197 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1143197 Dreamface767 Akuro took off with Reuvan, their conversation forgotten with the start of action. After a minute or two they were on the scene. Akuro kicked a leg up in the air and brought his heel down into the earth. Fire spun from his foot as it traveled down and arced straight towards a monster, catching its dark, matted fur aflame. It gave an awful shriek as it writhed backwards, falling onto the ground and twisting impossibly from side to side. Akuro ran up to it, gave a swift kick to the face and effectively knocking it out. Azrael, Seth, and their animals joined in on the attack. As they dealt with the other creatures, Akuro set a few bushes on fire to ward off any other monsters in waiting. When it seemed like he wasn't needed anymore, he jogged over to lion-Michael (that is, the Michael with the lion). "Hey man, you ok?" Akuro offered a hand out to help him onto his feet. He retracted it before the boy could reach out. "On second thought, maybe you should stay laying down. You look pretty chewed up." --- Isis watched it go from darkness to a light glow. A deep scowl formed across her face. There were multiple students, and they started battling, and now they set a fire. Without missing a step, her ice sheet hit land and she started walking to where they were, her hands clenched tightly into fists, so much so her knuckles were turning white. Her footsteps left ice in the shape of her feet behind her, something she didn't realize she did when she was angry. ---- Kishi woke with a start and looked around her. The infirmary. Empty. She lifted a hand, it was still covered in scales and spines. She was still stuck in transition. Next she looked about her. No cage. No Oto. Her face paled. <em>'No, no! It was just a dream, I didn't mean it!'</em> Adrenaline shocked through her body as she threw the covers aside and jumped out of bed, taking off out of the room to go back to the beginner's classroom. Her scale-covered feet and long nails clicked on the hard floors as she ran. The room had his empty cage, the door open. Kishi panicked and ran outside. "Oto!" She whispered harshly. "Oto! Where are you!?" Stupid lizard. The Airbending Michael watched the dragon-looking-girl wander around the school grounds, whispering something he couldn't hear. She kept inching closer to the forest before finally slipping inside. Curiosity got the better of him and after a few moments he tried to trail the lizard-girl. Things got darker the deeper they went. Roars could be heard in the distance, things seemed really unsettled. Kishi was so focused on finding her animal, she didn't realize she had a tail, or that things were looking at her in the shadows. Her thick, spiney tail awkwardly hit bushes and branches as she walked, attracting more attention. The bushes rattled. Dark figures darted around in the distance. Creatures fleeing the first battle, restless, angry... ((ooogh, I am so fogged from allergy meds (who gets winter allergies anyways?!) I did my best.)) Wed, 15 Feb 2012 23:58:29 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1143410 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1143410 masque of reason Reuvan briefly scowled at missing a chance to fight, but suppressed that expression almost immediately. She walked over to the boy and looked over him. Satisfied that there didn't seem to be any major damage, she stepped back and glanced around, accessing the situation. Leaving the comforting of the boy to someone else, she focused on practical matters. She spoke quickly. "We've caused a hell of a lot of noise. We have two options. A. Set up a protective ring of fire and ice around this boy and leave. He'll be safe for a few minutes, which is all I guess it will take at least one teacher to arrive. They can deal with him then and we escape punishment. Assuming, that is, that the boy doesn't name us, which I doubt he will. B. We take him to the infirmary ourselves. I can carry him on a bed of water. It'll be gentle enough. I don't care which, but we need to decide now. If anyone wants to make sure they don't get punished, leave now. Either way, the boy is safe." The sky above the forest was very dark, and Reuvan was sure it was after curfew. She was glad that it wasn't a hot night. She despised hot nights. Shaking herself, she stopped letting her mind wander. Now was no time to be distracted. Those monsters could come back at any time. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:15:51 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1143550 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1143550 andreeacarmen Reya watched the scene quietly from behind. Alexandra flew the girls all the way there. "We must hurry.", Alexandra rushed. "Our window is still open, I will fly us all up quickly and Akuro can take off from there. I don't think we want to get in trouble now. I saw Isis from above the trees heading here. I picked up the noises from other 2 people. We have 3 teachers heading here if I am not mistaking. I can fly the kid in the infirmary too if you want, only decide and do it FAST. We got only 5 more minutes.", she said closing her eyes and listening to the sounds. "She is right.", Reya added calmly still floating by Alexandra's side. --- Maya sprinted through the bushes sticking closely to Sacha. "Sacha tell me this is not happening again. It's like last year repeating all over again.", she said deeply worried and didn't care to hide it. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:54:57 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1143575 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1143575 Beebee2121 Michael's eyes widened as they discussed leaving him in the forest. He scowled. Typical bender- only thinking about themselves. He inspected his leg and winced at the awful shape it was in. He didn't care if the teachers came, he just wanted to get out of the forest. He looked to Alexandra for help, "Take me to the infirmary." -------------------- Seth finished off the creature he was fighting just time to narrowly avoid being set on fire. He growled and shifted back to his human self. "Are you trying to burn the whole forest down?!" He snapped as he stalked towards them. "What's the point of leaving him here if he's just going to die in a fire?" Seth still had adrenaline running through him and wasn't thinking rationally. ----------------- Sacha frowned, thinking about what Maya said. It seemed inevitable sometimes that a student could find his or herself subject to the threats of the forest. As he drew nearer, he noticed that it wasn't just one student, but several crowded around a fallen boy. His frown deepened and he scowled at the lot of them. "What's going on here?" He said loud enough to cut through the conversation. Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:24:57 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1147738 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1147738 masque of reason Reuvan thought quickly. She didn't like the idea of wasting any time on whatever punishment Sacha came up with. She enjoyed fooling the teachers, and decided to take this opportunity. There were quite a few other students, so any lie would have to explain why they were all there. There was no way she could get away with just blaming it on someone else. The corners of her mouth rose into a slight smile as she thought of an idea. It might not work, but they weren't too deep into the forest, and there was a injured kid. That could work as a distraction. "We were walking around outside," she began. It occurred to her that it was after curfew. "And when we realised it was almost curfew, we started heading back to our dorms. Alexandra was messing around with her wind power, using it to here sounds that were further away. She heard a scream in the forest and told us. We ran after it because we didn't think we'd have time to get a teacher. That's when we found this kid getting attacked. You'd better get him to the infirmary." Fri, 17 Feb 2012 23:55:06 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1149155 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1149155 andreeacarmen Alexandra lowered themselves on the ground and winked at the fallen boy for complicity. "We're sorry Sir, but we wanted to move fast. We didn't think we could win against any monster, but delay things a bit 'till you got here. That is why Akuro rose a column of fire in the air, for alerting you.", Reya immediately backed up Reuvan's story. Alexandra nodded playing her shy role as a newbie but supporting the version of the story they had came up with. Maya frowned at everyone. She didn't care of the rule breaking part. It was inevitable from their part she knew that and she was okay with it. She bit her lip slightly and stared at Akuro. "Everyone OUT of the forest. Now!! QUICKLY!", she shouted commanding them. There was no room for arguing, you could tell that from her tone. She wanted them to get out before Isis came. Mostly were waterbenders as far as she could see and Isis would have been ruthless on them. Maya only cared for her own rules to be obeyed. You have to give respect in order to gain respect and she earned hers from her students or hatred, either one. Besides, she broke the rules herself, she'd be no more than a hypocrite to ask them what she couldn't do. Sat, 18 Feb 2012 04:28:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1149499 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=26#forum_thread_comment_1149499 andreeacarmen Alexandra lowered themselves on the ground and winked at the fallen boy for complicity. "We're sorry Sir, but we wanted to move fast. We didn't think we could win against any monster, but delay things a bit 'till you got here. That is why Akuro rose a column of fire in the air, for alerting you.", Reya immediately backed up Reuvan's story. Alexandra nodded playing her shy role as a newbie but supporting the version of the story they had came up with. Maya frowned at everyone. She didn't care of the rule breaking part. It was inevitable from their part she knew that and she was okay with it. She bit her lip slightly and stared at Akuro. "Everyone OUT of the forest. Now!! QUICKLY!", she shouted commanding them. There was no room for arguing, you could tell that from her tone. She wanted them to get out before Isis came. Mostly were waterbenders as far as she could see and Isis would have been ruthless on them. Maya only cared for her own rules to be obeyed. You have to give respect in order to gain respect and she earned hers from her students or hatred, either one. Besides, she broke the rules herself, she'd be no more than a hypocrite to ask them what she couldn't do. Sat, 18 Feb 2012 04:29:12 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1149500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1149500 Mello Keehl Azrael walked back to where everyone else was, obviously annoyed. "Way to try and burn us all alive," she muttered, wiping her dagger on the edge of her shirt, staining the corner red. She was slightly perturbed by Seth's outburst. He'd never struck her as one to yell, so she fixured he wasn't thinking straight. He advanced on the fire bender and she moved in between the two, knowing that if someone didn't do something, fighting would definately break out. "Seth," she said, her tone firm. "Just calm down. No one is burned, there's no raging forestfire, no need to blame anyone." Wow. When did she become the voice of reason? Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:00:04 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1157849 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1157849 Mello Keehl ((Poke?)) Wed, 22 Feb 2012 21:31:03 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1163140 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1163140 Dreamface767 (Sorry. I've had prelims and midterms all week.) Akuro scoffed. "Seriously? No one and nothing is getting burned besides a few bushes. It's perfectly under control. But if you'd rather I put it out and we get swarmed again," He lifted his arms out to the side, "Be my guest!" Two teachers showed up and Akuro frowned. Great, now they'd get it. He tried to play along with the story. They didn't seem to care, they were more worried about Isis coming. --- Kishi froze as her gaze fell on something large and dark in front of her. Claws the length of dinner plates dug into the earth, ragged fur covered tense muscle, sickly yellow eyes glared down at her and a jowl full of sharp and broken rotten teeth. She brought her arms and legs closer to herself. She was still covered in spikes and spines, her only protection. The monster of darkness growled, steam rising from its open mouth. Kishi hissed. Michael stumbled, and the monster's attention refocused on the airbender. Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:02:20 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1171399 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1171399 andreeacarmen Maya frowned. The monster was back at it again. She surrounded the group with a fire circle and then transformed it into a fire dome. When she was certain the monster was close enough she pushed the fire dome into the exterior towards the creature and set the fire into its flesh. "NOW LEAVE!", she yelled furiously. "AKURO PROCEED THE SAME IF YOU GET FOLLOWED. PROTECT THE GROUP, WE'LL DEAL WITH THIS ONE, NOW GO!!", she added enraged. Reya and Alexandra looked at each other and then at the company and started walking on the way out of the forest. Sun, 26 Feb 2012 14:25:30 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1172026 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1172026 masque of reason Reuvan followed the other two girls, walking quickly. She pointed to an area on the ground that had been worn down slightly, just enough to make a path. "Let's go that way," she said. "It's only a little bit longer, but it will take us out to the side of the school, away from the lake. If Isis is coming, she'll be coming straight in like we did on our way in. I don't know about you lot, but I'd rather avoid her." Mon, 27 Feb 2012 12:10:43 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1174440 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1174440 andreeacarmen "Agreed! Even Maya wanted to avoid her, that's what my guts is tellin'. Anyway, all of a sudden I like Maya more than ever.", Reya said relieved and followed Reuvan closely along with Alexandra. She wanted them to be close just in case and not allow other creatures split them up and cause them troubles or to the teachers left behind. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 12:17:57 -0600 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1174450 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1174450 andreeacarmen (i know this one is pretty much dead, but is there anyone who would like to carry it on? it was fun!) Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:30:21 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1255901 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1255901 Beebee2121 ((I feel like I'm seeing a ghost. I don't mind, but I totally turned this thing into a train wreck with that Michael business.)) Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:01:16 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1255967 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1255967 andreeacarmen (it's fine. we could ignore that character onwards. it was good fun and it died out too soon. if anyone is interested i would love us to carry it on. if not, then it shall die a peaceful death) Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:07:39 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1255980 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1255980 Dreamface767 ((Sorry I've been gone guys, but I want to bring it back too! Classes got hectic. Shall we jump back into it? I might try messaging the other people who joined to try to get them to come back too!)) Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:49:37 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284177 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284177 ArtsyGal ((I'm willing to give it a go:)) Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:53:54 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284193 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284193 Darkfeather21 ((I'd like to give it another go. Let's see, who were my charries...)) Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:56:21 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284201 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284201 Dreamface767 ((( Should we continue where we left off, or should I create a new thread and start over? ))) Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:21:01 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284670 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284670 Darkfeather21 ((Hmm... We could possibly do that. It's what we did for Misorder.)) Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:54:09 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284783 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284783 Dreamface767 ((Which one? Did you continue or restart?)) Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:55:22 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284789 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284789 Darkfeather21 ((Restart. Sorry it wasn't clear.)) Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:57:18 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284802 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284802 ArtsyGal I think restarting might be a good idea because I don't know that everyone in this thread are still here or not. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:59:16 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284811 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284811 Dreamface767 Allrighty. I will get right on that then. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 21:07:14 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284844 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284844 Dreamface767 The new discussion has been posted. http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/51973 Tomorrow, I will begin the new RP thread. This thread will no longer be used. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 21:41:05 -0500 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284972 http://www.nanowrimo.org/en/forums/role-playing-and-communal-story-building/threads/49457?page=27#forum_thread_comment_1284972