Dangerfall (tentative title)
Posted: Thu Jun 09, 2005 12:44 am
Also Known As Dae in the Doghouse. You'll get what it's about later...
Daenj’r Tymisonn didn’t like things that were that big. He didn’t know why, they just felt… insurmountable to him. That’s why he didn’t quite like this cathedral. His brethren had built this place called Ashura’s Heart to the east of Doma years and years ago. Supposedly it was near to the place where the faithful began their worship of the Goddess, but he had a feeling they just started off in one direction and stopped before it got too hot. But one thing was sure, they built it big. Too big.
He stood outside this monumental structure. Oh well, he thought. Time to face the music.
He approached the doors. They too were big. Gah, he thought, doesn’t this ever quit? Luckily, they were ajar, and his fellow Ashurans were going in and out of it as well. He wasn’t quite strong enough to drag the things open himself. He dodged and weaved between the acolytes, finding nimbleness he didn’t know he had, and found his way inside.
“Welcome, brother!†Daenj’r winced. There was a welcoming committee. There was always a welcoming committee. This one came in the form of a squat priest in robes as traditional and straightlaced as you could get. Along with him was a familiar face, that of his old friend Gelvin, who he knew when he was still at Father Lagnus’ temple. So, instead of talking to his more vocal greeter, Dae addressed the other directly, slightly sidestepping the other mage.
“Gelvin! How’ve you been, pal? I haven’t seen you in, what? Four years?†he exclaimed. “It’s good to see you!â€
“Good to see you too, Dae,†Gelvin responded, with his usual calm demeanor. Gesturing to his committee-mate, he said, “This is Father Natrick, one of the residents here.â€
“Greetings, my brother!†Natrick said enthusiastically. “I am very glad to meet another family member in Ashura!†With that, he gave Dae an emphatic hug. It was tight. Too tight. Dae kindly returned the embrace and escaped as quickly as possible. “What brings you to Ashura’s Heart?â€
Gelvin cut in. “He’s been experiencing some trouble with his faith, Natrick… I told you that, remember?â€
“Oh?†Natrick puzzled. “You did? I don’t seem to recall…â€
Dae and Gelvin exchanged a look, the kind that friends give when they both know exactly what’s funny in the room. “Yes, Natrick, I told you on the way in here, remember?â€
The funny little mage rolled this about in his head for a moment, and then something came loose. “Oh yes! You’ve had some problems, yes? I sincerely hope you’re fully healed by Her Divine Light in very little time!â€
Dae bowed. “I hope so as well, Father. I am in dire need of Her guidance at this time.â€
“Well, may She bless you, my friend.†Natrick patted himself down, as if he’d forgotten his pen. “Well I… believe I have forgotten to be somewhere. Perhaps a prayer meeting… well, take care, Daenj’r!†With that he toddled off, slightly aimlessly, and before long, you could hear him say, “Welcome!â€, beyond any sight of him.
“C’mon, I’ll show you where the quarters are,†Gelvin said, and led him down another big hallway, and they blended in with the bustle of tan and red. “Your message was cryptic, Daenj’r… what exactly brings you here?â€
Daenj’r gave out a silent sigh before responding. “I’ve not exactly been living up to the standard that Ashura sets out for her closest followers.â€
“Well, we are all allowed a stumble now and then, Daenj’r. Our Lady knows we are not perfect and…â€
“No, man, I mean, in parts, not even remotely close.â€
“Oh. Hm. Well, there is nothing She will not forgive, if we are willing,†Gelvin assured. “But be prepared, my friend. Our Lady’s also full of surprises,†he said with a smirk.
“Quite aware of that, buddy,†Daenj’r replied. “But da- †He cut off his swear word. “But it’s worth it, man. There’s too much at stake.â€
“May I inquire as to what?†Gelvin asked.
“I’m sorry, but no. I have to take it up with the Lady in charge.â€
With this, Gelvin put a hand on Daenj’r’s arm, stalling their stroll. “You mean you wish to enter the Heart of Hearts?â€
“You bet.â€
The progression of people in the corridor encased them, like a twig standing straight up in a current. Gelvin looked intently on his friend. “Are you SURE, Daenj’r? The Heart of Hearts isn’t a place to go glibly. It is the presence of Ashura maintained on our world. Don’t- "
“I realize that, Gelvin.†Someone bumped into Daenj’r’s arm. “But I gotta be made clean if I’m gonna make my life right, and the Heart of Hearts is the best place to do it.†He looked intently at his friend. “I gotta make my life right, Gel. I gotta.â€
Gelvin paused, then nodded. “I understand. Someone has a big day ahead of them tomorrow- †With that, an unaware female acolyte plowed into Gel, bowling him over and spilling her scrolls all over the ground.
“Oh my gosh!†she exclaimed. “Are you alright?â€
“I’m OK,†Gel responded with a smirk. “It’s just a little fall.â€
Forgive the bump, but the forum barfed up some more topics. Twice. >.>
[edit] That would be me, editing old posts so they're no longer invisible. With the aid of yalogank. Sorry and whatnot. Expect more of it. -Dia- <p>--------------------
Remember, even God has a sense of humour. Just look at the platypus.
-Kevin Smith</p>Edited by: [url=http://p068.ezboard.com/brpgww60462.showUserPublicProfile?gid=pdrydia>pd] at: 6/11/05 18:29
Daenj’r Tymisonn didn’t like things that were that big. He didn’t know why, they just felt… insurmountable to him. That’s why he didn’t quite like this cathedral. His brethren had built this place called Ashura’s Heart to the east of Doma years and years ago. Supposedly it was near to the place where the faithful began their worship of the Goddess, but he had a feeling they just started off in one direction and stopped before it got too hot. But one thing was sure, they built it big. Too big.
He stood outside this monumental structure. Oh well, he thought. Time to face the music.
He approached the doors. They too were big. Gah, he thought, doesn’t this ever quit? Luckily, they were ajar, and his fellow Ashurans were going in and out of it as well. He wasn’t quite strong enough to drag the things open himself. He dodged and weaved between the acolytes, finding nimbleness he didn’t know he had, and found his way inside.
“Welcome, brother!†Daenj’r winced. There was a welcoming committee. There was always a welcoming committee. This one came in the form of a squat priest in robes as traditional and straightlaced as you could get. Along with him was a familiar face, that of his old friend Gelvin, who he knew when he was still at Father Lagnus’ temple. So, instead of talking to his more vocal greeter, Dae addressed the other directly, slightly sidestepping the other mage.
“Gelvin! How’ve you been, pal? I haven’t seen you in, what? Four years?†he exclaimed. “It’s good to see you!â€
“Good to see you too, Dae,†Gelvin responded, with his usual calm demeanor. Gesturing to his committee-mate, he said, “This is Father Natrick, one of the residents here.â€
“Greetings, my brother!†Natrick said enthusiastically. “I am very glad to meet another family member in Ashura!†With that, he gave Dae an emphatic hug. It was tight. Too tight. Dae kindly returned the embrace and escaped as quickly as possible. “What brings you to Ashura’s Heart?â€
Gelvin cut in. “He’s been experiencing some trouble with his faith, Natrick… I told you that, remember?â€
“Oh?†Natrick puzzled. “You did? I don’t seem to recall…â€
Dae and Gelvin exchanged a look, the kind that friends give when they both know exactly what’s funny in the room. “Yes, Natrick, I told you on the way in here, remember?â€
The funny little mage rolled this about in his head for a moment, and then something came loose. “Oh yes! You’ve had some problems, yes? I sincerely hope you’re fully healed by Her Divine Light in very little time!â€
Dae bowed. “I hope so as well, Father. I am in dire need of Her guidance at this time.â€
“Well, may She bless you, my friend.†Natrick patted himself down, as if he’d forgotten his pen. “Well I… believe I have forgotten to be somewhere. Perhaps a prayer meeting… well, take care, Daenj’r!†With that he toddled off, slightly aimlessly, and before long, you could hear him say, “Welcome!â€, beyond any sight of him.
“C’mon, I’ll show you where the quarters are,†Gelvin said, and led him down another big hallway, and they blended in with the bustle of tan and red. “Your message was cryptic, Daenj’r… what exactly brings you here?â€
Daenj’r gave out a silent sigh before responding. “I’ve not exactly been living up to the standard that Ashura sets out for her closest followers.â€
“Well, we are all allowed a stumble now and then, Daenj’r. Our Lady knows we are not perfect and…â€
“No, man, I mean, in parts, not even remotely close.â€
“Oh. Hm. Well, there is nothing She will not forgive, if we are willing,†Gelvin assured. “But be prepared, my friend. Our Lady’s also full of surprises,†he said with a smirk.
“Quite aware of that, buddy,†Daenj’r replied. “But da- †He cut off his swear word. “But it’s worth it, man. There’s too much at stake.â€
“May I inquire as to what?†Gelvin asked.
“I’m sorry, but no. I have to take it up with the Lady in charge.â€
With this, Gelvin put a hand on Daenj’r’s arm, stalling their stroll. “You mean you wish to enter the Heart of Hearts?â€
“You bet.â€
The progression of people in the corridor encased them, like a twig standing straight up in a current. Gelvin looked intently on his friend. “Are you SURE, Daenj’r? The Heart of Hearts isn’t a place to go glibly. It is the presence of Ashura maintained on our world. Don’t- "
“I realize that, Gelvin.†Someone bumped into Daenj’r’s arm. “But I gotta be made clean if I’m gonna make my life right, and the Heart of Hearts is the best place to do it.†He looked intently at his friend. “I gotta make my life right, Gel. I gotta.â€
Gelvin paused, then nodded. “I understand. Someone has a big day ahead of them tomorrow- †With that, an unaware female acolyte plowed into Gel, bowling him over and spilling her scrolls all over the ground.
“Oh my gosh!†she exclaimed. “Are you alright?â€
“I’m OK,†Gel responded with a smirk. “It’s just a little fall.â€
Forgive the bump, but the forum barfed up some more topics. Twice. >.>
[edit] That would be me, editing old posts so they're no longer invisible. With the aid of yalogank. Sorry and whatnot. Expect more of it. -Dia- <p>--------------------
Remember, even God has a sense of humour. Just look at the platypus.
-Kevin Smith</p>Edited by: [url=http://p068.ezboard.com/brpgww60462.showUserPublicProfile?gid=pdrydia>pd] at: 6/11/05 18:29