Elevation of two Dufiro friends

Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex leads the way to where Duncan and she had performed and found their own instruments. Perhaps that dufiro lady is still working in that music shop.
Alexandra Dejana Mira
While walking towards the more busy and musical parts of Fane of Zilla. Alex looks at Alexei "You know even with that temple gone i'm sure someone would have information or knnows where we can find it. " She then smiles "And if we can't find any info. Eh we at least had some fun playing music. Right?"
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As the two are walking down the chaotic street they hear a scream. "ALEXANDRA!!!!!!!!!!!ALEXANDRA!!!!!!!" A small lithe body flings itself to grapple Alex. She sees a laughing Akgleax practically wrestling her. "What TIMING!!!! WHAT TIMING!!!!!! PLEASE SAY YES!!!!"
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex looks up surprised but seeing the blue haired happy lady running towards her she prepares herself to be grappled. She doesn't really resist, the laugh contagious Alex starts to laugh as well "Well hello, i was actually looking for you or a nice place. Soooo say yes to what? and can my friend here come as well?"
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"Oh Yes!!! Oh yes!!!!. I am rising to Avasa. Come... I have a new domicile just around the corner. Oh perfect..... You being here! Is Lord Duncan with you? Sir, are you Lord Duncan in a differant form? I can see the affection aura but....ah.. no....You are not him...You have a different sigil i don't recognize. Alex, did you changed your binding to Lord Duncan? Who are you, sir? Any friend of the Lady is a friend of mine. " She rattles on without stopping though she comes to a open door in a plain faced lane. Inside is examples of her work, including several duplicates of the instruments she made Alex and Duncan. She also has a section with books and scrolls. A drafting table with a parchment in progress. She walks to it and points. "My story of you and Lord Duncan in Chaos helped me be be raise to Spasa of Paper. My hand is extremely fine i am told. SO I have been able to copy Elemental and Spasa tomes. I spent some time in Futria, a dufiro realm. I made many tomes. Many patents of race. I am to be raised to Avasa of Earth and Avasa of Music in the next turning in the Fane of the Dufiro here in Zilla! My Earth sponsor is a Masoja of Earth & Change. She has Music Avasa in her life path and made a deal on my behalf to raise me to both races! I would be honored if you and your new man would attend the ceremony? oh... I'm talking too much again..."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex lets Akgleax rattle on, all the while she has a smile on her face. Her happiness does make Alex happy. KNowing that she had helped someone become more in life brings her joy. When Akgleax talks about an aura of affection from Alexei she raises an eyebrow to him but shrugs it off. When she has space to talk she explains calmly "This is my... uhm family, from my father's side. Half uncle, or something. Anyway, he is not my man, Duncan and i are... well i don't know where we stand at the moment to be honest." She looks around impressed by the things gathered and work she has done. "Wow, congratulations! i am so happy for you that you are geting further on your life path! i know you were quite busy with planning it out and winning favors. This si good for you. And i would love to attend the ceremony, though i have no clue what it would entail and what is expected of me. But for you i'll be there. and as for Alexei that is his own call to make. " She looks at him. "this is the dufiro i spoke about who asked Duncan and me to perform in a place. was good fun!"
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Alexei bows, "It is a pleasure to meet a friend of Alexandra. I am Prince Alexei Yevgani Maxhim Paul Zhenya, fifth child of Tzar Nicholas II and Tzarina Clarrisa. It would be an honor to attend your celebration of advancement. I look forward to it."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alexandra smiles "Well there you go Akgleax. We will both attend. When is the ceremony? And are there things we need to know beforehand?"
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SHe laughs, "Well, don't try to kill anyone.... and never pick up an unattended musical instrument. It might be a guest." Alexandra Dejana Mira Alex nods "Alright when is it? And where? We'll make sure we're there."
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She looks at the sky. "Well, I have most of a turning. At the dawn of blue turning in the Temple of the Illuminars. Its in the Dufiro district. Ah...... ah.... wait....." She steps to the drafting table and quickly drafts two small scrolls. Handing one to Alex and another to Alexei, "Invitations. There are guards at the entrance to the Dufiro fane and I doubt they would let you pass unquestioned. They will direct you to the Temple of the Illuminars. "
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex takes the invitation she looks at the sky. Recalling that the Fane had turnings of color. "Right, so dawn of blue turning. Have to figure that out again. Thank you for the invitations we'll make sure we're there. Again so happy for you! " She looke at Alexei. "Well that seems like an opertune moment for you to learn more about Dufiro and meet some more"
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"It does indeed"
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex tries to figure out how much time they have left before the ceremony. If there is tume she suggests to Alexei to wander about a bit. Visit shops. Listen to some music. Enjoy the wonders in Fane of Zilla.
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FIgure 30 hours
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Then Alex suggests to Alexei to find a place to sleep. Have a wondeful meal perhaps stroll past some shops.
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Alexei spends time wandering the merchant's row around the fane, and around the Dufiro temples. Near there is a number of Inns and finding one is easy enough. Food coming with the room, Alexei suggests taking meals in the open hall to see what the people are like
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex agrees and after getting food they'll sit in the open hall. She'll order some nice drinks for them. She gets out her drawing things and between bites and a drink she starts to sketch folks.
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Alexei gets into the singing of the place. Learning the music and songs. He pulls out a violin and joins in playing.
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Although Alex has a gorgeous blue violin to join in she decides to sit back and let Alexei enjoy playing. She does start to sketch him while he is busy playing. There is a thing about drawing people having a good time. She keeps an eye out as well for any that might show interest in them. She asks her two present pseudodragons to watch out as well and otherwise enjoy themselves as long as they stay in sight.
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As the evening comes to a close the pair return to their temporary dwelling. Alexei, smiles and there is a moment when Alex think that he might be thinking of getting frisky but the moment passes. He remains on good behavior. Just as well. His wife is a great lady of Rebma and a fine shot. The next day dawns chaotically with a burst of color and the sky's wheel turning. Alex and Alexei dress and make their way to the Fane of the Dufirosm. It is located far from the main hall and the Whispy bridge to THeldane and takes up a large space, surrounded by open fields. Some of the fields have pavilions and erics for tournaments. Others have pavilions and tents for camping and dwelling. Many other uses fill spaces in the surrounding area. Entering the main door they see much business coming and going. The center fountain seems a hub of activity with creatures of all shapes speaking to different sized groupings all around it. The main entrance is large but has walkways in the interior edge of the stoa that go to many alcoves. They seems dedicated to lesser races.
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A small creature resembling a girl child a meter tall approaches them. "Greetings Great Lords. May I help direct you? I am Twiisi, a Spasa of Paper. I and Fane Guard in training...I kow all of this turning's events. I know all the bargaining spaces. I know many rumors and many dirty limericks. "
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex looks around impressed, but also not surprised at the grand gather places for the Dufiro. They are afterall a big part in the multiverse. Alex smiles a friendly smile to the chold like Dufiro. "Greetings, Twiisi, Spasa of Paper. Thank you for your offer. My name is Alexandra, and this is my friend Alexei. We are invited and asked by Akgleax to be present for her ceremony this day. Could you help us, to show us where we need to be?"
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She nods, "Akgeax, Spasa of Paper. Making the jump to Avasa of Earth. The ceremony is in the Dirt Yard. Cross the courtyard to the far entrance there." She points to similar doors on the other side. "Those are the Avasa alcoves. TWo to the left enters the passage to the shadow of rocks, the Dirt Yard. Her ceremony is one of a dozen today. Avasa promotions. " She offers a tiny gemstone. "The stone will grow lighter green as you approach the passage to the Dirt Yard. Darker as you go away from it. By the by, the alcove over, third, is the Alcove of Blending. Two Water Avasa are rising to Avasa of Blending. Bound Twin Dufirosm are rare so its an exciting day for them. They will have fine refreshments available as proof of their art."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex nods and accepts the gemstone. "Thank you for the directions. Isn't it rude if two strangers just come by a ceremony? However good the drinks might be? Or is it a whoever is there may witness?" She smiles again calmly. "As it is obvious i am not to familair with Dufiro customs, on the Amber side of things we do not get that taught to much."
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She laughs, "You ask about rude behavior within shouting distance of the Abyss? Rude behavior is an issue that usually settles itself, at blade's edge. In most cases, elevation ceremonies are open to the public for Elementals, Spasa and Avasa. Most Masoja too. There are elevations this turning in the Great Halls for a Masoja of Earth taking its second race, Growth and a Masoja of Strength taking to Binding. At the Turn tonight is a Masoja of Rage being released and taking Guard. That one m ight be quite interesting considering that a punishment race is being accepted by the Guard. But I aspire to Masoja of Guard someday so maybe its only interesting to me." "In the case of Hajak and Hakaj, there is an posted invitation to all. Entrance to Blendings only happen once a turn. FOr obvious reasons that having a Blending Avasa and a Blending Spasa raised at the smae time would cause people to compare their produce. Not fair to the spasa..."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
With the mention of the Abyss Alex can't help but look in it's direction. It's something she has immense respect for and fears. And has an odd attraction to. Perhaps due to her mark. Nevertheless she smiles and lets out a soft laugh. "Well one can never be to sure or careful in new social situations. But thank you again. And if the invitation is an open one might be fun and interestjng to pass by. " She looks at Alexei. "Do you have more questions?"
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Alexei nods, "This fane.... Is it possible to hire the Dufirosm here?" Twiisi nods with a chuckle, "Of course, bearman, you may inquire of any dufiro you meet here. We all hope to bargain to improve ourselves. Inquire in any alcove you wish and they may have individuals eager for service. Also, the East Patio..This is the South Patio, the East Patio is a lounging area where Dufiro eager to grow take their leisure. It is a likely spot. Out in the encampment are a number of Barter Posts. Post your location to be reached and your interest and someone will seek you out." She nods, "To add, Lady, any elevation done on this place is open to the public. Part of the reason for this place is for Dufiro to meet social and explore possibilities of future races. If they wanted privacy, they would request elevation in a private location. So.. feel free. We welcome Abyssals here since we serve in the Abyss often. I must admit to having only seen a few Regorians. Lord Constantine comes here often." Alexei puts his hand on his blade, "Constantine is here?" Twiisi shakes her head, "Not to my knowledge, sir. "
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Listening to Alexei and Twiisi answering she looks about a bit. When Twiisi mentions also welcoming Abyssals she looks sharply at Twiisi but says nothing. Only a "Hmmm" sounds as recognition comes from her. Her annoyed feeljng as being called an Abyssal, fades when she sees Alexei his reaction she raises an eyebrow. "Hmm no feel for family reunion then. "
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Alexei bows slightly to the Spasa and leads Alex into the Fane's courtyard "No.... Lord Constantine is the grandson of Alexander I Zhenya, Tsar and my Great, great, great grand uncle. He copulated with a witch named Louise Pherick. Their daughter Elizabeth met a Lord of Chaos and gave birth to three children. Maria, who died young, Konstantine and Michael. Michael eventually was created a Baron and founded the Pherick line. His brother though... became a Lord of Chaos and manipulated Regor into terrible wars."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex stays quiet for a bit, listens to Alexei mulls it over then nods. "Seems whatever family in certain positions of power withjn the multiverse have the origin, the repented or became a better person, the evil warmongering and the usual victims. " She shrugs. "But okey, lord of chaos, got it. We have to keep an eye out to your side of family reunion as well then. Not only my potential half siblings from the Abyss." Alex looks at the gemstone to see if it actually does what Twiisi had explained. Casually she says. "But lets stay away from the Abyss yes?"
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"Yes... No need to slip and fall into hell."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex shakes her head "Seems like a bad place.. although dad did survive."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
She looks at Alexei. "It seems so unfair. Where you have to, fall into hell, to be recognized, i merely have to show up. Those oracles seem to be oracle-ing in myserious ways."
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"Its their nature."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex laughs "Eh sure nature to be vague. Anyway. Shall we go to Akgleax's ceremony i'm sure she'll be happy or happier that we are attending." Alex starts to walk tk where Twiisi had directed them checking the gemstone now and theb
Alexandra Dejana Mira
"Though dear... uncle? Right? Anyway. I would be lying if i said i wasn't curious about the oracles.. and Regor. And seeing i only have to enter the halls." She grins
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"Enterin the Hall is the problem. Once you enter you are giving tacit permission for them to seek you out in the oracles."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex looks at Alexei with a raised eyebrow "Oh.... though i thought there were already oracle things abiut me..."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
"Or would that mean they can just look me up on will, instead of by coincidence while entangled in another ones fate?"
Alexandra Dejana Mira
All the while Alex keeps moving trying to find the place where the ceremony is. "So my plan, if you agree, go to the ceremony we are invited to, go to the ceremony of the two blenders and get stupidly drunk on potential dangerous concoctions, and in the meantime you can make some deals... or before gettjng stupidly drunk of course. " Alex grins... "Seems i am no longer here on a job for dad since the only other way of finding potential abyssal siblings is... well in the Abyss. I will pass on that."
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Walking among the Fane the variety of activities is diverse. Clearly some alcoves are being used for displays as Dufiro show off their work. Most are looking for work. Food and drink is in nearly every alcove as refreshments provided by the dufiro. Its clear that some alcoves have many such booths and have flags representing Bands, Towers, Knots, and other Dufiro groupings. As they walk Alex turns and sees in the distance the person she has met or heard of known as Rafe. He catches her eye for a moment, maybe but shakes, as if a Dufiro has just stepped out of him, then he disappears. While looking to see if the vacated dufiro is there she hears her name. "Alexandra of Amber!!!! Have you come to see my elevation or are you her for little Akgle's?" Turning she she sees a large dufiro elephant.
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex stops in her tracks seeing Rafe staring for a moment to him and how he disappeared. Wanting to admire and fulfill her curiosity with the booths with dufiro she nearly jumps out of her skin as she hears her name. ((Imagine its a loud voice not a small guy)) She turns and smiles seeing Shlyx. "Well hello good to see you. And i did not know you as well are up for elevation. Congratulations! When js it and where? If you would have us of course there." She then turns to Alexei "Ah this is Alexei my family. He is traveling with me currently." With a sligbt smile she continues "Well Akgle invited us to come to her ceremony so yes we are on our way there. But if it is manageable wouldn't mind stopping by yours as well."
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"Quite Fine. Greetings Alexei of Amber. It is my honor to meet you. And Dra, the elevations don't conflict. She rises to Earth Avasa, her first Avasa rank. I am sponsoring her to Earth. And..Its due to you and Duncan. She was a mere pesky spasa till she brought you both to my joint. Afterwards we spoke at length. I sponsored her to Spasa of Music soon after. I spoke in her favor for her elevation to Spasa of Paper. She will speak for me for the Spasa of Song. I rise to Masoja of Earth, my first Masoja. There will be several well known masoja there though I have no idea which will officiate. Then we shall go to my joint and destroy the place! "
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex elbows Alexei and grins. "This is the Dufiro i spoke about where Duncan and i played some music was good fun and a nice venue to play." She turns to Shlyx and nods "Well i do not have many more plans here other then going to where we are invited." She looks at Alexei. "Do you agree to go to his elevation as wrll? And if you wish to meet more dufiro and especially powerful and higher ones it would not be a bad thing. " A smile on her face. "I am happy our appearance helped Akgle to go further on her path. "
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Alexei smiles to Shlyx, "I would be delighted to attend. And to be clear., I am not of Amber. I am Alexei Zhyena of Regor. Pleased to meet you." Shlyx frowns.."I see. I have already offered an invitation and I do not withdraw it. But Regorians are not welcome among the Dufirosm. Lord Constantine has stated he will make war and any Dufiro who deal with them. I am no friend of his but I am also Death Masoja. I am Combat and Guard Avasa and no match if he draws on me. If you attend my elevation, will you stand between us?"
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex looks surprised at the news of Regorians. She looks at Alexei for a good while wondering what his answer will be. "That is news to me. I should have been completer in his introduction. But is Lord Constantine regularly around here? To check if deals are made? I wonder how he would know and keep track. "
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"He would know because he deals with Dufiro extensively. He is a supporter of the Party for Death. He hires from the ranks of the Stronghold of Combat; Combat and Conflict Spasa, Avasa, and Masoja. He hires whole armies for wars on his shadow worlds. He is a major supporter of the Rust, Rot, and Rage races and they fawn over him. Many serving time in those races have difficulty getting hired and working their way out of those races. Many Spasa in particular go to him or his agents with information to trade. " He looks around the courtyard. "I would say he knows we are speaking now. Many Spasa know me. The deck of Amber trumps are known here. Sold in the Fane of the Amber Cult. You are known, Dra. That we are speaking, that you have been invited to an elevation...those would be good tradable bits of information."
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Alexei says, "I will stand between you and Lord Constantine. Blades are common here but i request permission to carry my personal blade at the place of your elevation and request permission to have a guest with me." Shylx smiles, "Granted, Prince of Regor. I anticipate your performance. But for now, lets go see about little Akgles."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex nods to Alexei. She asks curiously "Who do you want as guest?" She smiles to Shlyx "Yes lets go see Akgles. I am curious how these ceremonies go." She keeps on walking but watching Shlyx now for the way.
Alexandra Dejana Mira
She whistles to her two pseudodragons to stay near to her.
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Alexei steps aside, nodding the Alex to go ahead a bit. He draws a tiny pouch from his inner coat. From it he draws a long thin sword and a large diamond. He drops the diamond to the ground and its replaced by a large armed bear.
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It towers over Alexei at around 11'. Alexei walks up behind Alex. "This is Grxxrl. A royal guardian. Something like Amber's elites. "
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex goes ahead but not to fast. Then hearing Alexei she turns and stops. Staring up at the bear "I see, well pleasure to meet Grxxrl, which i'm surely pronouncing wrong. Anyway lets get to the ceremony." She nods to Alexei and starts moving again to the first ceremony for them of the day.
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Coming into the alcove promenade there are long deep halls in each Alcove. Clearly distortions of space are occurring. Finding the right hall Shlyx leads the way. In the room are clearly numerous groupings waiting for their turn. On the podium is a thing humanoid looking dufiro acting as Herald orginizing each group. A group steps up, the herald speaks. The crowd listens. Clearly the Spasa elevations are all to Earth. Akgleax waits with a small collection of people. They greet Shlyx familiarly. When Alex and Alexei are introduced they are surprised but delighted. None are Avasa except Shylx. She speaks jittery, anxious for her turn.
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex stays close to the group she is with how interesting space distortions are they probably have to go trough one for the ceremony. When seeing Akgleax she waves happily, politely and of course not to disturb others, quietly. She smiles Akgleax her jitters and jittery speak just trying to be there for a new found dufiro friend.
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Eventually her name is called. She goes to the center and steps up on a circular stage 3 meters across. As others have. Shylx steps up and speaks in Halta. Another creature looking like a stretched elf speaks in Nona. In time a representative of each of her races speaks. A voice beside Alex says, "Each race speaks for the elevant. At any point in their speech a member of that race can complain and derail the elevation. Soon a Masoja will interrupt the speech of a Spasa of Paper. He will claim that a tale of her interactions with two Amberites makes her unworthy of advancement. That involvement with Amberites makes her unworthy of any rank and he will demand she be Burned; by Burned I mean stripped of her life force as a Dufiro. Made a mortal.. Itsa astupid argument but he is a major player in the Party of Death. You must speak for her. If you wish to speak for her, tell me so and I will make it possible for you to speak Kolbashic for several hours. In her favor."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex is genuinely happy for her she smiles seeinf her happy bouncing friend. To go further in her life. Hearing the voice beside her she looks shocked when she hears Akgleax is probably not going tk be believed. She looks to the person beside her. Seeing if she knows them. In a hushed voice. "So what do i do just walk up? When? I do not understand them.... But won't that worsen things for her? If having involvement with Amberites making her already unworthy... I cannot change who i am. Or don't they believe her? "
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"There is no problem with Amber, yet. Some want there to be. The dufiro who will speak is powerful and many fear him. He is high in the Party for Death and the Party for War. Both have members who want war with Amber for no reason other then it means a lot of work for dufiro; raising ranks, new races, treasure, experience, and for them, fun. Many Chaos Lord's would join the war. This little one made much of her dealings. They hate her. If she is made mortal...she won't live till the next turning. If you can't shout him down, seek to get her out of here alive. Shylx will have a similar problem but he has a powerful supporter. This one has only you. Save her with your voice or your escape. I will speak after you, if possible, in her defense. But tell random the no matter what, forces of those PARTIES seek war with Amber, for the fun of it."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex looks at the one speaking to her she thinks a moment, a sense of doubt, perhaps inherited due to her being of Amber. She then nods "I will help her. I will help Shylx as well if need be. If you make sure i can be heard and understood i will speak up. Though i would love to know who you are? It would bring perhaps more weight when i bring this message to my King."
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"I am in the Party for Life. Secretly. Random knows me and will know my message is true. I do not give you a name to call me. If your little one is elevated, ask others who I am. Names for us are power." He shows her a Smallville jewel. "Take it. It allows you the power of Tonunges in this fine till the next turning."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex nods and accepts the jewel. "Thank you, i hope my words will be enough. And i will relay your message. My apologies for asking i should have realised this of the names." Holding the jewel and sensing it she is ready to step forward when she is needed to intervene and speak for her friend.
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As Shlvx speaks he tells that the Council of the Spasa of Song is pleased to recommend the advancement of Akgl to the Avasa of Earth. After he speaks a small rock creature steps up and says, "THe Masoja of Earth and the Avasa of Earth great Akgleax of Song and name her Akgleax of Earth."
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Then a Dark horse-like figure steps up. "Not all members of the Masoja of Earth wish this weak creature among us. Not even all members of the Earth Council. This creature is not a foundation stone of the Dufirosm. She is sand beneath our feet. She is the brick that breaks. Is she musical? Sure. Even the strong like music. And The earth likes to have creatures it can penetrate that can accommodate our force. Born to Earth, I will not dispute. Worthy of the Spasa of Earth, why not? They are frivolous creatures that must prove they are worthy to be foundation stones. This one has not proven it. She is worthy of Water. Flowing and destroying the foundations. of the Dufirosm." Among the celebrants a feeling of Anger and fear rises. Alex can see it, feeling her knowladedge from Rasak of warfare this one is picking a fight. Alexei says, "This guy is going to be a problem."
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He struts around the stage pointing the bladed madu at Akgl who starts shivering in fear. "See her shake? A tower would fall because of her. I should break her now but in this sacred place even it is safe. She has given slavery of her life to those who would seek to destroy us. The Death God Julian said the Dufiro were just another part of Chaos the armies of Amber could easily destroy. That his Rangers would make short work of us. The Abyssal slave Brand said his curses would tear the towers of the Dufiro stone from stone. And who does this creature bind her powers to? The daughter of Brand, the Servant of Julian, a Ranger. " He turns and aims his spear at Alex, reaching to put its tip on her. Alexei's thin plade touches its tip and the creature looks at him and smiles, "See what this Amberite brings to this sacred place? A Regorian and a warrior priest of Dikost. See the disdain for our people she shows? "
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"I vote against this creature and her flimsy case of advancement. Given the race of the Avasa of Earth against my vote, i will slay her the moment she leaves the Fane of the Dufirosm and stake her body to the floor of the Cave of Death that she be used there as an undead whore and her soul will know the pain her failures brought upon the Dufiro."
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex listens to the Dar Horse shaped Dufiro. Even with rhe tip of his spear pointed to Alex she doesn't flinch. An eyebrow raises. Luckily as she had some training in public speaking l, rallying troops and singing she knows how to make her voice carry. Her two pseudodragons she keeps close to her. "What a good example you bring up. Of those of older age. Who are to brittle and unmoving to adapt to change. Oh yes we have all heard of the Rangers of Arden making good on this feeble threat of Julian, right? No? Oh you mean that you fear the words of someone speaking from inflated ego? Crazed with war on their mind? Someone who shows they cannot adapt to the changes with passing of time... and now has he ever brought it up again? He hasn't not even leader of the rangers.. no the rangers have learned. They are taught about the things they didn't know instead of fear and hatred. Because those things will crack solid foundations. Or you hang your defense on the words of someone who was just insane... and had already lost one of his big planned battles... yes he has clearly cursed you all. And do you know what those do that see the faultsof their elders.. we grow we learn and adapt." She then holds her hand up with a smile. "Pardon my sarcasm but your words are as solid as freshly tilled dirt. It only shows that you as well are as the examples you name. Unable to adapt to the passing of time.. stones who are unable to adapt become porous, brittle, will crack and crumble away. Akgleax showed a rocksolid loyalty in the deals we made. A grounded stable will and bravery daring to reach out beyond the generally accepted, to grow. She showed strength that could only demand respect. And if you have trouble with my traveling companion you take that up with me. And not show weakness by picking on those you know you can take. "
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The dark horse looks at Alex with a wide smile, "Little is learned. Words remain. Threats are made. Curses spoken. Seek the Oracle of Night if you think your elders feeble and cracked. You bring a Regorian to this sacred place in violation of...." The stretched white skinned man steps up on the stage beside Akgleax. Silence fills the hall. "The Race of the Avasa of Earth have made clear their choice. The objections of the Harbinger of Grief from the Party of Death are taken into account and deemed to not rise to the level required by the Council of Dignity for the denial of elevation." He puts both hands on her head and says, "I create you Akgleax, Avasa of Earth. I create you Al Asgo Illuminar. Go forward." A great light surrounds her and she raises her arms into it. A feeling of stability fills the hall. The white skinned man fades into the light surrounding her and disappears. Dufiro come up to congratulate her and she hhugs many of them The Dark horse steps past Alex with a snort, leaving the hall.
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex doesn't reply tk the Dark Horse. When the stretched white skinned man steps up Alex politely steps back to where she was. Alex smiles wide to Akgleax but she gives space to others to congratulate her. When the Dark Horse dufiro walks past Alex, Alex clearly ignores him visibly and obviously.
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Akgleax greats here friends and new relatives among the Avasa of Earth. Eventually she comes and leaps in Alex's arms. "Illuminar!! Did you hear! He made me an Illuminar!!! Oh thank youthank you for coming into my shop! "
Alexandra Dejana Mira
Alex catchess Akgleax and hugs her back she gives her a moment then whispers. "You have to explain to me what that is. An Illuminar. Seeing your reaction it is something good." She hugs her again and smiles "But very welcome dear. You deserve it."
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She bounces away to others. Shlvx comes beside her, "The Illuminars are a special rank and race of Dufiro. They are rare compared to the billions of Dufiro. There are probably only a few tens of thousands of them. There are three ranks. Al Asgo is the first rank and by far the most common of them. The second is Trax Asgo Illuminars are leaders in a lot of races. Primas Illuminar are the highest of rank among the dufiro. There are only a few hundred of them but a few are considered the leaders of the Illuminars. Ti Sal is a Primas Illuminar. That was the one who promoted her and who spoke to you. "
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Alex nods to Shlyx. "I see. So its a good thing. Happy she got elevated. With also such a special title." She smiles up at Shlyx. "If you are reconsidering wanting us with your elevation let us know. We will retire back. Not here to cause trouble."
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He laughs, "A Primus Illuminar attended this elevation. You are good luck. This was hilarious."
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"Follow Akgl if you can. If not, ask for the Hall of Earth. Its in the Chapel, not out in the Alcoves. Each Masoja race as a nave in the Chapel. The Alcoves are for Avasa and Spasa and races book them per turning. Many of the people here now will be going to mine as well. We run in the same circle since she brought you and Duncan to the place. " He looks around and nods to someone who points off to the chapel. "When this is over, tonight, I'd like to talk trade. Becoming a Masoja is an important step for a Dufiro. Most never make it that far. But its just the first step on a new level. I have to start making deals if I want to rise to a new race in time."
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Alex raises an eyebrow. "Happy you found it hilarious. " She looks on to where he points. "Sure. Thank you, then we'll be there with you as well. And of course we can talk afterwards. Though will that be before or after you want to trash you place?" She winks. "Either way this is very interesting and a bit disturbing... with that guy a bit ago waving his spear... "
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,"yes. He s a problem for sure. He's the spokesman of the party for Death. Its never good to see him."
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"Well it's clear he wants trouble and is picking fights to do so. And i'm sure he doesn't like me more after this. His disdain for Amber was clear. Wonder if he would try and pull something like that again." She looks at Alexei "Have to deliver the message home soon. That trouble is brewing. I am going to take the warning serious. So Alexei you are up for staying for Shlvx as well? "
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Alexei nods,"of course. I never leave a play till it's over. Expect that diva to make a stronger aria this time."
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Alex laughs. "Well i might have been schooled in singing but opera is above my skill. But i'lll prepare my best ballad." She winks at him.
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When Akgleax will be done with the hugging and congratulations she will go to her side. "So shall we go to where Shlvx will be elevated? You could show us where to go and i'm sure you want to be there for him as well right?"
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Shlvx leads a growing entourage that includes Alex and Alexei into the chapel. ITs quite large inside. The room is full but an area of seating is reserved for the Shlvx party Looking around are a vast array of shapes and sizes. One elevation is in progress. Shlvx whispers, "All Masoja elevation are in here. Mine is near the end since its my first elevation to Masoja. The Masoja to masoja race elevations come first. Seniority is a curse to us younguns...
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Alex follows and stays close to the groip. Although she shows no fear to the Dufiro before calling for Akgleax's death, Alex doesn't feel like provoking. She keeps Alexei close as well. Mostly for his protection. It seems her Elite ways are not out of her system yet. Listening to Shlvx she nods "I see, ah it shows the ability to wait and have patience for which your worked for." She smiles to him. "We're staying for you here now anyway." She looks at the stage and tries to follow what is said.
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AS the other elevations take place the groups don't seem to leave but retake their seats. A large elephant man comes to Shlvx, "Shive, have you made any new enemies I don't know about. ?" He shrugs, "Ah... ya.... maybe......Vruvex, this is Lady Alexandra of Amber and Prince Alexei of Regor."
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Alex inclines her head politly with a friendly smile. "Pleasure to meet you." She doesn't speak the name on purpose leaving a slight pause there. "Well we are not the enemies to Shlvx. We are here to support." Again with a friendly smile
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"AH... The Amberite Akgl wrote about... And now here with you..... and a Regorian....Well, you don't disappoint. I brought a couple Avasa of Guard with me.. I didn't realize it was a Regorian...Konstantine is here, Regorian.. Do not pick a fight if you think you might lose."
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Alex does a playful bow. "Yes thst is me. Though this time not with my partner, but with other family. " she gestures to Alexei Hearing of Konstantine being present she arches an eyebrow. "Here here? Or somewhere in the Fane? Might be smart to keep that in mind and plan evasive routes." She looks at Alexei just realizing something possible and probably bad.
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Alexei 's guard growls. Alexei nods. " I see them. "
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Alex tries to see what the guard and Alexei sees. She speaks in a hushed tone to Alexei. "Could it also be to do with the one we found in the rundown place?"
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"Do you have a plan if he.." she emphasizes the he meaning Konstantin "Decides to pick a fight with you?"
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Alexei smiles a toothy grin. "He won't. Legend is he is a talker not a fighter. Stories of his being defeated in battle are numerous. I may be the first kina he has spoken to in centuries."
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Alex nods she looks around a bit worried. "Sure sure, just keep in mind that with his words he can rally those Dufiro who work with him... So he might not fight... but his words might entice those who fight for him."
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Alex makes sure her dragons are not flying but safely on her shoulders. And she stays close to Alexei and his guardian
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Shlvx suddenly stands and walks to the podium. He is surrounded by supporters from various races. When a Masoja of Earth starts to speak a man over 9' tall steps up. "I stand in opposition to a pathetic creature like this becoming a Masoja. Weakens does not behoove Earth. Cowardness does not behoove Earth...." He looks around radiating evil. "I am Hardin Wapak and i am the chief of the Race of Rage and we will stand against this....." he stops suddenly in mid speech, his loud voice echoing toa stop. The room goes silent as a man of medium height, dressed in pale purples walks up to stand next to Hardin Wapak. "Did you have more to say, Rager? Or may i proceeed?" He bows his head, "Of course, Great Lord. Proceed." He steps to the podium. All save a wide eyed Shlvx step down. " The purple man says, "Many atime in secret guise have I sat in your glow. Music, pleasure, and even glory fill your hall" "I grant you Masoja of Earth. I grant you Masoja of Music. I grant you Al Asgo Illuminar. "
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A cheer goes up and a small number of foes for this elevation exit. Among them Konstantine. He stops and meets eyes with Alexei. He nods, and Alexei returns the nod, then the opposed exit
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Alex is wide eyed, alert and all focused on what is going on here. She doesn't ask questions near her. Doesn't dare to disturb the goood things... bad things... drama. She doesn't know but is absolutely invested and ready to spring to Shlvx's his defence. When the man in pale purple sends mister Rage away and speaks so highly of Shlyx. She can't help but cheer along. Leaning to Alexei.. "If i knew before hand rhe level of excitement these things would have had i would have visited sooner. Shlvx also Illuminar... wow! That si going to be a hell of a party later."
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Alexei says, "Dry sellers by blue sky turning." He watches the back of Konstantine. Then moves quickly to follow, turning, "Don't follow me. I'll meet you at Shlvx's place later." He runs out of the chapel.
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Alex wants to say something but seeing Alexei rush out she frowns. She mutters. "He must know what he is doing..." Alex then turns back to the stage to see it Shlvx is stilk there or by now walking back with his entourage. And if the pale purple guy has vanished as quick as he had appeared. She does want to stay and be able to congratulate Shlvx of course She looks to her two dragons on her shoulders "Lets not tell dad that my chaperone stepped out." She chuckles. "Lets not say to Alexei we called him that." She moves to the crowd to congratulate Shlvx in his elevation.
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AS the crowd shifts about a bubble of space exists around the purple man. Shlvx is excited beyond measure and hope. A second Masoja race would have made him beam. But being declared an Illuminar was never in his mind. The purple man suddenly is next to Alex, " Tell Random a Masoja of Shifter and Death is impersonating Alexandir Kos Korag. Blame no crimes on him. And you, for the sake of your two friends whose fuzzy asses I saved today, will go tell Alexandir Kos Korag that his buddy Nur said to knock his shit off and return to Tosa or i'll come put him in a very small box. Ok?"
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Alex not expecting the purple man to be next her all of a sudden she nearly jumps. "Wait what? Okey impersonating Masoja.... Alexandir.. wait how do i find him??? How do you know of Tosa? I am confused could you elaborate, Sir... Nur? Is that you name?" Alex looks a bit bewildered
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"How do I know of Tosa? How do I, Nur al din el Musifar, know of Tosa? I was an adventuring buddy of Alexandir kos Korag when he was still a blacksmith's son. When Tolknor was a bespectacled Oxford graduate ripped from earth and tossed into a dragon cave. When Koob was a innkeeper's son. I was there when Lop wanted to bury a fucking hobgoblin and barely escaped with is life. We were young together. Adventured together. Fucked the same whores. Fought the same wars... We were young together. Tell Alexandir I am not fucking around. back to Tosa now."
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Alex blinks a couple of times recalling some names having been said by her mother she then nods. "Fine. Sorry i asked.. i have no clue how to find Alexandir though.. might have to ask around. I'll relay the message to Random that alot of trouble is brewing with a faction of the Dufiro." She does look apologetic. "Sorry your name does not ring a bell. Hope i'm not impolite to say so. "
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"Tell Random I can't stop this Party for War or the Party for Death. They have formed the PArty for War on Amber. I can't stop them. They will be coming up the Jeweled Road. Other sources have told Julian and Realmapator to come out of Adagalasck to fight them if they have the balls. We will see.. Tell Random I can only do so much at this end. " He smiles, inhales and relaxes. "No worry, friend. I don't have the time to be subtle and I can't contact Random directly. As for Alexandir...look for places of bloodshed. He took the army of Tosa on the Jeweled Road, heading west" He heads out, shapeshifting as he goes
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Alex nods listening to the message. "So really big trouble is brewing." Again she nods listening to the instruction. Guess she'll have to ask mom who this guy is. When Nur leaves she says a soft "Bye." And stares after Nur for a bit. She stands there for a while or so it might seem to her. Thinking. After a deep inhale she turns back to where she lasy saw Shlvx. She has to at least congratulate her friend before duty starts again. Alexandra Dejana Mira She'll wade through the crowd to speak to her dufiro friend. "Congratulations, you must be so happy and proud! That party later must be grand. I am sorru to say i cannot make it. Duty calls. Drink some for me." She winks. If Akgleax is near she leans to her. "When Alexei comes to Shlvx place tell him duty called and this has urgency okey?"
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He nods, "Time is flexible here. Come for a bit then go for your duty! We must celebrate!!"
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Alex smiles. "Time is, duty isn't neither are worries. This Nur guy told me some things that are worrying and i have to act upon." Looking st her friends she doesn't want to ruin their fun either. "One drink to celebrate. Then i'll go. "
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Alex goes for one drink. She is genuinely happy for her friend Shlvx but it's clear worries are on her mind. Her plan is after the drink make sure that Algleax gives Alexei the message. She just hopes he has a way to get back. The next part of the plan is go back to the hotel gather her last things and leave a note for Alexei that she is following up on some things Nur had said. From there she goes to a point of the jeweled road summons Scully, her horse with a bag of fresh clothing and supplies.
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(Summons? How?)
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((Alex could call forth Scully in shadow right? As a Ranger horse?))
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(Dd I say that? Too sleepy to remember. Let's assume she can or she had him waiting incase or trumped it in from dumcan)
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https://wiki.rpg.net/index.php/Running_Sheet_Alexandra_Mira#Arden_Horse_.22Scully.22 He has seek in shadow. Perhaps it was that
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Ok
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Walking the Jeweled Road summoning Scully Amber sees a lit of traffic in foms and shapes. Out of instinct she suppresses her imprint. As she does she thinks of fire. Two creature leap from each side. The pair are horse sized, snarling valued creatures shimmering in ice. Her training brings weapons to both hands and they blase with fire
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Alex looks surprised at her reaction. Did she summon the fire? With bow and arrow she shoots rapidly a few arrows to each. Pausing to see if they have fallen and stopped moving, she keeps her distance though. It might be because she is a bit on edge with all the threats appearing and popping up. Alex keeps an eye out if there are more then two of these creatures
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Alex does revert back to her Ranger training if she hears or sees any other sounds or traces of more creatures. And if she sees Scully already.
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Her first move, unconsious, training, and eagerness of the weapons was her Rasak knife and the Eric knife. Throwing each gave her the distraction to raise bow and arrow and dispatch the two. The fall aside and disintegrate into water.
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Alex cautiously walks towards the creatures.. or what is left of them. She looks at her pseudodragons a bit worried. "Elementals? Dufiro?" She grabs both knives from where they landed after the creatures dissolved and sheaths them. Her bow she keeps in her hand. She looks around if Scully is near if not she stands and decides to stay on the jeweled road for now focussing on calling her horse. She needs speed. And an extra set of instincts to warn for attackers.
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Scully comes galloping up, worried
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Alex stands petting the neck of Scully. "Alright you're here, we can make some time. We need to find someone with an army going west. So i guess that as we walk the jeweled road we'll encounter them." She looks at whete the puddles of water were, checking if they're still there. "And i need to contact someone so i need you and the two dragons to watch my back as we ride." She looks at Scully. "Is that a plan my friend?"
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Nieghhhhhhh!!!
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Alex laughs... "Well, jeesh, you could have said that differently." She makes sure Scully is rideable for her, and she empties a bag where her two pseudodragons can sit in. She sits in the saddle and starts to ride calmly in the opposite way the army of Alexandir is going. Hoping to run into signs of them on the road. In the meantime she grabs her trumps thinks what she wants to say and draws King Random.
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A few hours pass as she rides and thinks. Scully starts galloping out of enthusiasm at being with Alex again. There is a great deal of traffic at the Chaos end of things. Commerce is active. The banners of Ang Ri dominate the merchant caravans.
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Alex smiles enjoying to ride with Scully again. She doesn't find jt smart to trump someone when it's so busy around. So she just enjoys the enthusiasm of her Scully allowing a bit more room to do the standard horse antics. She moves a bit to the side of the jeweled road letting caravans pass her when she lets Scully step in a calm pace. Picking up Random's trump and concentrating on it to make contact. Either way after allowing Scully some playtime, Alex goes on with the plan.