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Q&A Part 4 Round Table

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Well, well, well… we’re all back again are we? Given some of your
answers, I’m mainly glad you’re all still here to answer these.

Well, right to business then. It looks like our readers picked
something of an overarching topic today. Everyone seated where they want? Good.

Faith is a belief in the right things. Who or what would you say you
have the most faith in?

Dest: “The Twelve. I have faith they have something in store for all of us.”
Stefan: “Myself of course. Why not?”
Lance: “Halone. May she guide my blade.”
Alex: “Myself. Like hells if I’m put my faith in anyone else.” Looking slightly grumpy before mumbling. “An maybe Anata, Sanagi, and L’ania.”
Marielle: “My kin and myself.”

Pride is an excessive belief in one’s own abilities. In what do you
take the most pride? A particular skill? A remarkable achievement?

Dest: “My learning skills. I usually catch on rather quickly to things. Most of the time. Especially when it comes to healing.”
Stefan: “My skills with aether. Not just your average person advances to the stage of summoning a ruby carbuncle. Nor as young as I managed it.”
Lance: “Being a good knight. Not easily corrupted like some.”
Alex: “Surviving?” A shrug as he puts his feet up on the table.
Marielle: “That despite the things that have happened to me, I can still have optimism.”

Hope is taking a positive future view, that good will prevail. What
would you say that you hope for the most?

Dest: “A happy future with Syl and maybe a kid or two of our own.”
Stefan: “Finding exactly where I belong.”
Lance: “Marrying Miu. Hoping Miu is still safe out there right now.”
Alex: “Not much right now. Just that I survive another day. Apparently I got friends now that would worry about me.”
Marielle: “Getting this cursed removed.”

Envy is wanting what others have, be it status, abilities, or
possessions. Is there someone or something you are envious of? It doesn’t have
to be a huge all-consuming envy, even something small.

Dest: “No I don’t think so. I have a lot already to be thankful for. Why should I be envious?”
Stefan: “No comment…” Frowning and looking away.
Lance: “A small one perhaps. I envy the strength Raiden has. Not that I want what happened to him to gain that, to happen to me. So I shall settle for continuing to work at it.”
Alex: “Of course I do. Everyone of those bastards that had an easy life. As if I wanted the piss poor hand I got dealt.”
Marielle: “I envy nothing. Miss things perhaps but that is different then envy.”

Charity is concern for, and active helping of, others. Do you believe
yourself to exhibit this virtue? Be it yours or another’s, what act or moment
stands out for you as a charitable one?

Dest: “I work as a healer because I want to help others. Because no one should have to watch someone they love die if I can do something to prevent it.“
Stefan: “….” A long moment of silence. “I helped Miss Yuti and two others pass out medicines to some refugees.”
Lance: “Helping out in the Brume when I can, even if it is just to patrol and keep things a little safer for someone else.”
Alex: “Ha! Not really. Not unless we count going to help L’ania and not killing Miss Kyis.”
Marielle: “I do what I can. Even if it is providing someone with herbal medicines.”

Gluttony is the desire to eat or consume more than you require. What is
the one thing best guaranteed to show off your gluttonous side?

Dest: A faint blush. “Sweets.”
Stefan: “Books.”
Lance: “Hmm. I’m not sure I have much of a ‘gluttonous’ side. Or at least I try not to.”
Alex: “One thing? Hells. All three rate equally. Booze, women, and gil.”
Marielle: “Spicy foods. Especially if it is a meat.”

Fortitude is never giving up. With as many strong willed people as
there are here, I imagine this will prompt good responses. What is it you would
never give up on? Is it a person, a goal?

Dest: “Family and loved ones. I want to keep them safe and alive.”
Stefan: “It is my goal to not allow others to keep putting me down. I will show them I am stronger then they believe.”
Lance: “Protecting is my thing. I would never give up on anyone in need. Does not matter if it’s a stranger. I am a knight and I will do my duty.”
Alex: “Living I guess.”
Marielle: “Getting this curse removed. While I am content to be as I am for the moment there are also things I miss. So I will not give up on this.”

Lust is a powerful craving for things such as sex and power. Do you
feel that you give in to those temptations easily? What do you lust after the
most?

Dest: A very clear blush this time. “N-No!” Looks down at her cup, playing with the edge. Her voice low. “Not anymore anyways. Just Syluss.”
Stefan: “Lust? Really?” Waves a hand and scoffs. “Go away.”
Lance: “I do not give in to temptation easily. Not unless it’s for a good spar.”
Alex: “Probably more then people think I should. Hard to resist a good roll between the sheets.”
Marielle: “No not really. I do not really understand the concept.”

Justice is being fair and equitable with others. It is the guiding
principle of certain Dark Knights. Do you believe in justice? Is such a thing
possible in the world we live in?

Dest: “Yes and no. There is always corruption and weeding it all out is difficult. I believe justice is necessary yes. But it is fair justice that is difficult.”
Stefan: “I think it is fair to expect fair justice for all. Is it reasonable? Not so much in this world.”
Lance: “Of course. I would love to see fair justice for all. I shall continue striving for a world where this is possible.”
Alex: “HA! What a pipe dream. It ain’t possible.”
Marielle: “Depends. Not everyone has the same concept of justice. What some find cruel, it is fair to others. Getting people to agree on a common is difficult.”

Anger is the loss of rational self-control and the desire to harm
others. Are you one to lose control to your anger? What was the worst case of
letting it loose that comes to mind?

Dest: “No. Not often at least. The worst was my attempt at revenge.”
Stefan: “Depends on the situation. Harassment? Teasing? Yes. Easily. Other wise I am able to reasonable keep my temper usually.”
Lance: “Only over certain things. It is something that has occurred more recently that I do not wish to discuss so openly.”
Alex: “…. I haven’t recently. But I have on more then one time. Care to test that?”
Marielle: “Not usually. I tend to be fairly even tempered. Only on one occasion have I lost my temper but the situation called for it. They deserved their fate.”

Prudence is care of and moderation with gil. This one is a bit simpler.
Are you a gil-pincher or do you spend with abandon?

Dest: “I don’t keep a tight leash on my gil but I do try to spend it wisely. After all I do have a future with Syl I should be saving gil for. But I still have to buy the occasional pretty outfit.”
Stefan: “I save what I can. Living on my own has taught me well how hard life can be. I shall not waste my gil frivolously.”
Lance: “I never really worried too much about spending the gil I earned too often. Though I was never really saving it for anything either. Now it comes in handy since I can not rely on my family anymore.”
Alex: “My gil. I’ll spend it however I damn well please. Ain’t none of your damn business.”
Marielle: “Most of the time I tend to barter with medicines or things I have gathered. I only need gil for those things I can not acquire on my own.”

Greed is the desire for material wealth or gain. Some might think this
goes hand in hand with prudence but that is not the case. Even those who string
their gil-pouches tightest can be known for their charity or simply do not fret
over making more gil. Are you a take-take-take sort? Is the gathering of wealth
important to you?

Dest: “I have healed people for free. Healing should never be limited to only those that can afford it. For the most part I like to earn the gil I do get. I only need enough to be comfortable. Anything more I tend to use to help others when I see something worth it.”
Stefan: “I am not a charity. If people need something they should earn it. I only earn what I need. I am not wealthy nor do I have any delusions of ever being wealthy.”
Lance: “Wealth isn’t important to me. Never has been.”
Alex: “Who doesn’t need more gil? I’ll take it.”
Marielle: “Why should I care about wealth? Wealth does me no good back home.”

Temperance is moderation of needed things and abstinence from things
which are not needed. In essence it is the opposite of gluttony. Is there
anything that you find you abstain from that you wish you did not?

Dest: “Nothing that I can really think of. At least not right now. Ask again later.”
Stefan: “No.”
Lance: “Not really? I abstain from drinking but it is for a very good reason.”
Alex: “Hell no. I do what I want. When I want. Why hold back?”
Marielle: “I must hold back on my curiousity at times. There are many things I do not understand. Others look at me funny sometimes if I am too curious about things that are natural for them.”

Sloth is laziness and the avoidance of work. Somehow I don’t see that
being of much concern with this group, but what would you say is your laziest
habit?

Dest: “Sitting inside on a rainy day with a good book.”
Stefan: “Researching is not lazy. It is merely a less active habit.”
Lance: “Relaxing at the beach. I do not take much time to laze about.”
Alex: “Whatever I please. Though I’m rarely idle.”
Marielle: “Enjoying a good storm.”

Thank you for taking the time out of your busy days to give some
insight into your inner thoughts for our readers. I know today’s questions were
a little tougher than some of the ones before but I hope you don’t begrudge me
asking you. Before you go, what do you all think of me?

Dest: A simple shrug. “I don’t know you really. So I guess polite indifference.”
Stefan: “Annoying.”
Lance: “You are very curious.”
Alex: “A pest. Now go away before I squash you.”
Marielle: “I guess you are okay for a curious spoken.”

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Q&A Part 3: Round Table

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By the Twelve! You’re all back!? I mean… um… welcome back, all. Yes.
*Cough* Well, as much as it pains me to admit it, I am rather surprised you all
accepted my invitation a third time. Let’s begin with
the obvious question. As usual, we will go around the table.

What is it that prompts you to answer these questions?

Dest: “To be polite of course.”
Stefan: “Because my sister is making me…” A long stare at Destiney who just shrugs.
Lance: “I see no reason why I can not. It makes no difference really.”
Alex: ”I’m just bored as hell.”
Marielle: Just a simple shrug, not a real answer.

Alright. Well, now that we have that settled, let’s get into the list
of questions our readers have, yes? Great.

Imagine a future point in your life where all your dreams come true.
It’s the greatest moment in your life and you get to experience it with -one-
person. Who’s standing next to you?

Dest: “Syluss of course. I want that future to be with him.”
Stefan: “Does a carbuncle count? No? Hmm…” Frowns in thought. “Perhaps Miss Narhi then.”
Lance: “Miu. No one else.”
Alex: “Hells if I know. I ain’t making bets on the damn unknown.”
Marielle: Taps a long nail against her chin while thinking. “Maybe my new friend Bodge. Or perhaps another friend I make along the way. It is not something I can be clear on at this time.”

On an average day, what can be found in your pockets?

Dest: “Probably a candy of some sort. Some gil.”
Stefan: “Papers. Small alchemy ingredients.”
Lance: “A biscuit. A bit of gil. Matches. Normally useful stuff. Especially around Coerthas.”
Alex: “Gil. Smokes and matches. Sometimes a flask with rum or whiskey.”
Marielle: “Herbs. I like to gather them as I wander. They make good poultices or medicines.”

What’s a body part that you wouldn’t mind losing?

Dest: “Maybe a finger or a toe. Nothing major. You did not say it had to be big.”
Stefan: “None.” Crosses his arms and frowns. Refusing to deal with this question further.
Lance: “There is not a part I am going to mind losing. I am a knight. I need most of my body to function at top shape.”
Alex: “Hells no. I nearly lost a hand already. Go to hell.”
Marielle: “I have already lost much in terms of my own body. We shall leave it at that. Granted the loss is hopefully temporary. If I can find a way to remove this curse.”

What are three labels that you identify with?

Dest: “Healer. Shroudling. Adventurer.”
Stefan: “Reseacher. Arcanist. Alchemist.”
Lance: “Knight. Ishgardian. Honorable.”
Alex: “Mercenary. Wanted.” He looks around at the other before adding in a voice that wouldn’t be heard by them. “Lost.”
Marielle: “Dragon. Herbalist. Cursed.”

Do you believe in soulmates?

Dest: “Of course I do. I think Menphina meant for Syl and I to find each other.”
Stefan: “No. That is such a foolish notion.”
Lance: “Yes and no. It’s hard to explain perhaps.”
Alex: “Hells no. Women just like to break hearts.”
Marielle: “Not really no. I believe in Mates but not Soulmates.”

What is the most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen?

Dest: “Why just pick one? There are plenty of beautiful moments and things in our world. It’s a shame to decide solely on one.”
Stefan: “Sunrise over ruins that I am about to explore.”
Lance: “Miu. Not just looks. Miu’s soul.”
Alex: “I tell you when I see it.”
Marielle: “A thunderstorm. All those glorious bolts of lightening.”

What single act are you most ashamed of?

Dest: “Killing several Imperial soldiers in revenge.”
Stefan: “Running away from home and taking this long to return.”
Lance: “Not being able to do more for Lord Chlodebaimt.”
Alex: “Betraying the first friend I ever had to keep him safe.”
Marielle: “Ending up cursed. I was a fool who trusted too easily.”

What do you wish you had more time for?

Dest: “Everything. What? It’s hard to pick something in general.”
Stefan: “Research. There is not enough hours in the day.”
Lance: “Miu and friends. I’ve spent so many years being a good knight that I feel I’ve missed out on some things.”
Alex: “I don’t know.” A simple shrug before lighting up a smoke. “I already pretty much do what I want.”
Marielle: “To fly again.”

What are some skills that you think everyone should learn?

Dest: “First aid. If you’re hurt or someone you know is hurt. At least then you might be able to save their life till a healer can see to them.”
Stefan: “Reading?” He shrugs and looks bored.
Lance: “Self defense. Being able to defend yourself is extremely good. Especially in areas that are less then friendly.”
Alex: “Hunting. Cause the world ain’t rainbows and damn butterflies. You do what you need to survive sometimes.”
Marielle: “Herbs and plants. Knowing what is edible and what is not. Knowing what could make a good poultice to help someone who is hurt.”

How good of a dancer are you?

Dest: “Well… I guess decent. I’ve never really put much effort into dancing. I haven’t stepped on anyone’s toes yet though.”
Stefan: “I do not dance.”
Lance: “If it is dancing at Ishgardian parties, then I am a good dancer. Some of the dances from elsewhere… Not so good.”
Alex: “Do we mean verbal dancing or physical? Depends on the type. I ain’t so good with the damn verbal shit. I’m good with certain actual dances but not many.”
Marielle: “Not really. I do not understand the concept of dance.”

Do you have any good luck charms or rituals?

Dest: “I used to have this necklace with a bit of green stone. I’m unsure where it went. I’m beginning to think Lady might have eaten it… Syl said he’d make me some sort of charm though.”
Stefan: “I have a sort of routine. I do not like it being interrupted because it throws off my whole day.”
Lance: “I keep a small bit of stone from the Steel Vigil as well as I go back to pray at least once a year. I like to believe Halone watches over the faithful.”
Alex: “Stupid snowman toy…” A soft grumble as he looks towards his bag. Totally wasn’t going to openly admit it was a sort of charm for him.
Marielle: “I have a small white gem one of the dragonets gave to me before I left. I keep it close.”

Worst injury you have had?

Dest: “Would have to be the stab wound to my chest that nearly killed me.”
Stefan: “Not discussing it.”
Lance: “Probably the wound to my thigh from the attack on the Steel Vigil. I still have the scar from it.”
Alex: “Can we say bleeding out from two days of torture? I think we can.” Total sarcasm…
Marielle: “My back was wounded when I left Dravania. It was how I found the kindly old woman who took me in for a time before she was killed. It is too long a story to discuss here.”

Who influenced your personality growing up?

Dest: “My parents. I like to think I take after both of them in some regards.”
Stefan: “Uncle Ricard.”
Lance: “The people of House Haillenarte.”
Alex: “My mentor for the most part. Asshole.”
Marielle: “I am not sure what that means. I am me. No one influenced me.”

If you could remove one emotion from your life, which would you choose?

Dest: “None really. All the emotions we feel? They are part of what makes us who we are. Without those? We’d be less then what we are meant to be.”
Stefan: “Regret.”
Lance: “Rage.”
Alex: “Love. Cause it’s damned complicated.”
Marielle: “Fear.”

Well, thank you for your answers. Will I see you all again next time?

Dest: “Most likely. I don’t mind.”
Stefan: “If she makes me.”
Lance: “I see no reason why not.
Alex: “Maybe.”
Marielle: “Of course.”

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Send me a number and I’ll write a micro story using the word or phrase

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creativichee:

(creator note: I recommend 3-10 sentences but go for a longer piece if you really feel it! Replace pronouns as needed for the character / point of view)

  1. don’t leave 
  2. this was a mistake
  3. [I] trusted [you]
  4. one chance
  5. help
  6. illusion
  7. silent fury
  8. sunbathing
  9. falling
  10. righteous
  11. drastic
  12. candles
  13. too loud
  14. overgrown
  15. trembling hands
  16. in dreams
  17. empty
  18. flinders
  19. sea change
  20. alone, finally
  21. collapse
  22. nap
  23. sated
  24. tender
  25. senseless
  26. how dare [you]
  27. hide
  28. something about [them]
  29. sweat
  30. harsh whisper
  31. breeze
  32. dust motes
  33. saccharine
  34. bauble
  35. filthy
  36. total control
  37. defy
  38. soak
  39. accursed
  40. pet
  41. comfort food
  42. savior
  43. undone
  44. cheap
  45. svelte
  46. shimmer
  47. crave
  48. rampage
  49. nightfall
  50. accost

Q&A Part 2: Round Table

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(Since a friend took those original questions and made some more but did them in a round table sort of fashion for the fact they have multiple characters. I’m nab this from @peacekeeper-xiv and do it too! 😀 This includes my trio usually found on @ishgardiansnow too.)

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So I see you’re all back, ahem. Shall we begin?

Stefan is busy with his nose in a book while Esper sits at his feet. Marielle looks a little bored and glancing around the room looking for something of interest. Lance and Dest are casting wary looks at Alex who is just lounging around without a care. Maybe it was not such a good idea for a round table session including Alex.

What would you say is your spirit animal? Not a favorite animal, but a spirit animal.

Dest: Looks thoughtful at the idea. “I would have to say a deer. Seems a little fitting for a girl from the Twelveswood.”
Stefan: “Hmm… An Owl. They are used as symbols of wisdom. So I must chose that.” Barely looking up from his book. Does not really seem interested by the question.
Lance: “I would have to say a wolf or a lion perhaps. Something strong and very much suited to working in a team when needed.”
Alex: Rolling his eyes at Lance before speaking. “Lance is a Wolf. I’m a Jackal. I work better alone. There is a damn good reason I was calling myself The Jackal.”
Marielle: “A Dragon. Why would I be anything but. It would be foolish to be anything but myself.”A swift nod in approval at her own words.

Everyone has a favorite food, but that’s not always what you go for when you are upset. Do you have a comfort food?

Dest: “Uh… Usually something more bland. I guess people can tell when I’m turning down chocolate that I’m not having a good day.”
Stefan: Crosses his arms and looks away. “Rolanberry tarts.”
Lance: “Something warm. Does not really matter what so much.”
Alex: Laughs before leaning back in the chair. “I don’t have a comfort food. Food is food especially when you’re from the Brume. I have comfort activities.”
Marielle: “Berries. I mean it seems sort of odd. But I like those small fruits for some reason.”

Some
people drink to chase away bad memories. Others fight or find someone
to sleep with. What’s your go to when you just don’t want to think about
what just happened?


Dest: “Spending time with Syluss of course. I feel entirely safe with him.”
Stefan: “Research. It is the best way to keep my mind off other troubles. Solving problems or making plans.” Esper giving Stefan a roll of his eyes. Clearly someone wasn’t being honest. Especially when the answer should have been music or art.
Lance: “Exercise. The burn of muscles and spending energy. I’ve tried the drinking thing… That did not end well.” Lance looks away as he rubs the back of his head. “I may have picked a fight with one of my cousin’s company officers while drunk.”
Alex: “Fighting. Drinking, The bed of a pretty lady. Depends just how bad I’m feeling. What caused it.” A simple shrug before giving a smirk. “Want to fight me?” Lance and Destiney both give Alex a very unamused look.
Marielle:

“Flying. I love the freedom of the skies. I only wish I had my own wings rather then those of a beast of burden.”

What
do you defend yourself with on instinct? Are you the type to rush
forward with a fist? Do you always have a knife close at hand? If
someone attacked us right now, what would you use?

Dest: “I would defend myself with magic. I’m not much of a fighter really. More often I have my magic at hand rather then a weapon. So I would probably use that and put distance between myself and my attacker. Lance has been trying to get me used to carrying my rapier more often. Though I do also now have a dagger Isen gave me for Starlight.”
Stefan: “Magic naturally. I would send Esper after them to deal with them swiftly. Once Esper has their attention then I can strike with magic. I much prefer magic over physical weapons.”
Lance: “I almost always have my sword close at hand. Not always my shield though. I am more likely to step to defense of myself or others rather then start the fight.”
Alex: “Oh now we’re talking!” Alex smirks and cracks his knuckles. “My kind of question. Knives are always close at hand. Most of the time anymore I have daggers always with me. Never know when I might get into a good fight. Though I’m skilled with a spear too.”
Marielle:

“Usually a staff or lance. Depends upon what I happen to be carrying at that time. Before that I would defend myself with claws. Sadly my claws are not quite what they used to be…” Looks slightly dejected.

”What’s your favorite pastime when alone and when you are with others?

Dest: “When alone? Reading. When I’m with others? Spending time with them. The activity varies depending on the person or people I am spending time with.”
Stefan: “Ruins exploring. Books. I am not much of a people person. I do not know how to deal with people so I prefer my time spent alone or with my carbuncles.” Esper nudging his hands as if trying to get him to put the book away.
Lance: “Does working out count? I guess I never really considered a activity that wasn’t exercise. At least when I am alone anyways. If Miu is around then I am content to do something that Miu enjoys.” Lance clearly needs to find himself some hobbies…
Alex: “Fighting! I love a good fight. Though Koh said I needed something better to do then fight. So I’ve started cooking. With others? Drinking! Think you can out drink me?” A smug smirk on his face as he reaches for a bottle of rum.
Marielle:

“It used to be flying. Now it is more just the solitude of making medicines like the elder woman taught me. With others? I am still figuring things out. I am not accustomed to groups yet.”

Dream vacation spot and/or activity?


Dest: “The Plum Springs out in Yanxia. They’re absolutely gorgeous.”
Stefan: “Vacation spot? I do not need a vacation. There is too much work to do.”
Lance: “I’m not sure I have a dream vacation spot. I can not usually leave my work for too long for such. Though I do try to get out with Miu when we both have time. The Sea of Clouds was nice other then the near brush with death.”
Alex: “Ruby Sea. I was there once many years ago with my mentor. Costa and the Mist beaches are nice but the Ruby Sea really caught my eye. I want to go back there again.”
Marielle:

“Vacation? What is a vacation? I’m not sure I understand this spoken term.”

On that note, how do you prefer to travel or get around this huge world we live in?

Dest: “I’m most comfortable with aether travel or flight. Though I am also content with a boat or airship. I just like travel in general. The method is not that big of a deal.”
Stefan: “Chocobo. Orion is a trusted companion and his gait is smooth enough. Other then that? Aether travel.”
Lance: “Chocobo or airship. I’m not quite a fan of boats. Not after nearly drowning once. I can swim but swimming in armor is… difficult.”
Alex: “Boats. Chocobos. Airships. I’m fine with any of them. I’m not too skilled with aether but I can manage to travel that way if I need to. It’s tiring though.”
Marielle:

“Flying. I wish it were with my own wings but I shall settle for help.”

Do you
have an element you most connect with? The world is filled with earth,
and wind, and fire. The elementals are a huge focus in the Shroud. But
what about with you?

Dest: “Water and Ice. Odd to be close to two. But those are the ones I am most connected with.”
Stefan: “Wind.”
Lance: “I’m not quite sure. Maybe earth? I’m not exactly trained or skilled with aether. So I am unable to actually say. More like guess.”
Alex: “I ain’t trained in magic and aether. If I had to guess, I’d go with fire. Cause I’d like to watch Ishgard burn in dragon’s fire.”
Marielle: Gives Alex a very annoyed frown… Clearing her throat to answer the question herself. “Lightening. I love a good storm. Unfortunately leather and cloth just do not do well in rain compared to scales.”

What is your favorite smell? I know, kind of a strange question, but it comes up more than you’d think.

Dest: “Lavender. It’s a calming scent and reminds me of my mother. She used to keep bunches of it around the house.”
Stefan: “Paper and ink. Especially old books. Strange I realize but for me it is much preferred.”
Lance: “Roses. Because they are the symbol of Haillenarte. Wait that is strange? I do not understand. Do not look at me like that!”
Alex: “Ocean air. What? You expected me to say blood or sweat? Come on now. Even I can like the smell of something normal…”
Marielle:

“Cooking meat. Who does not like the smell of a good meal.”

How do you smell?

Dest: “Probably like a mix of a couple different floral scents. The most common among them being lavender.”
Stefan: “I’m not sure. I do not tend to smell myself. Clean most likely. Like soap and possible maybe paint.”
Lance: “Steel and roses.”
Alex: “Smoke and booze.”
Marielle:

“Like a dragon? I do not understand why you are curious what I smell like.”

Who is your best friend?

Dest: “Chee Smith of course. We’re soul sisters.”
Stefan: “Esper. He is always at my side when I need him. Though… I am starting to make friends beyond my carbuncles. Maybe Miss Narhi.”
Lance: “Tara Loche. It’s strange. We were at odds with each other when we first met. Now she is like a little sister to me. There is also Lady Iria.”
Alex: ”Guess I have a couple now. Aeri, Toka, Anata, L’ania. Probably Sanagi too at this rate. If I don’t annoy her with how often I come to see her hurt.”
Marielle:

“I don’t really have one. I have a couple of friends I just made recently though. Miss Bodge and there was the strange two back at home. Mael and Miah I believe.”

If you had to settle down, what career would you pick?

Dest: “When that time comes, as I’m sure it will… Most likely botany. Syluss and I could find a nice quiet place in the woods to settle with the wolves and maybe start a family.”
Stefan: “I like my current career. Researcher and ruins explorer. I have no plans to settle down anytime soon. More then likely I shall still remain a researcher even when I get older.”
Lance: “I’m not sure what I will do once I have to retire from my knighthood. Perhaps I shall remain a knight even as I get older. There are many knights who continue until they can not anymore.”
Alex: “Settle down? Who the hell you kidding?” Alex laughs. “Do I look like the settling down type?”
Marielle:

“Settle down? Career?” Curious head tilt. “Maybe someone could better explain this to me.”

How do you want to die?”

Dest: “Old and happy with a nice family.”
Stefan: “How I want to die? Really? I do not bother considering such. That is just plain foolish. Death comes for us all. No matter what we wish for.”
Lance: “I used to think I wanted to die in battle or as a hero. Now I just want to live because I have something to live for.”
Alex: “Thought I always wanted to die with a smug look on my face as some Ishgardian highborn bastard is screwed over. Things have been changing though. I’m not so sure anymore.”
Marielle:

“I do not want to die. That is a foolish spoken concept.”

If you only had a day left to live and can only do one thing before you die, what would it be and why?

Dest: Frowns at the question. “I do not like this question. Dwelling on death is… Sad. Can we just move on?”
Stefan: “I’m… Not sure. I have never considered the idea… Find my carbuncles someone to care for them I guess.”
Lance: Is silent for a very long moment. Clearly about as unhappy as the others with this question. “Spend it with Miu.”
Alex: “I don’t know. I don’t plan for death. I always thought I’d be killed in a fight. Never from some disease or something. What a shit way to go if you ask me.”
Marielle: “It is foolish to dwell upon death or what you might do in your final moments. I would find a way to evade that death somehow. This question is unacceptable.”

What do you imagine the future to be like?

Dest: “I’m hoping bright. Peaceful.”
Stefan: “I am merely hoping people do not push us towards another calamity in the future. At least not while I’m still alive.”
Lance: “I look for House Haillenarte to have a better reputation once more and for Ishgard to continue moving forward to a brighter future for all it’s citizens.”
Alex: “I don’t usually care about what the future holds. I care about the present and surviving.”
Marielle: “Hopefully a very long peace between man and dragon.”

Characters

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Name: Destiney Delvanguard (Nickname: Dest or Des)
Age: 26 (11/17)
Relationship: Dating Syluss Koellian ( duskwightwoodsman )
Free Company: The Order of the Sword and Rose
Grand Company: The Order of the Twin Adders

Blog: nebula1984
Status: Active (Main) Server Balmung

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Name: Stefan Delvanguard
Age: 26 (11/17)
Relationship: Single/Not Interested
Free Company: The Order of the Sword and Rose (Unofficially)
Grand Company: The Order of the Twin Adder (Unofficially)

Blog:
nebula1984

Status: Active (Alt) Server Balmung

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Name: Lancefer Aurifore (Nickname: Lance)
Age: 29 (5/5)
Relationship: Engaged ( michisilver )
Free Company: None (Would prefer something Ishgardian)
Grand Company: Maelstrom (Unofficially)

Blog: ishgardiansnow
Status: Active (Alt) Server Balmung

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Name: Alexois Dubeltaire (Nickname: Alex or Lex)
Age: 31 (8/4)
Relationship: Dating Kohina Ahkinyi ( theoracleofishgard )
Free Company: Samael (Unofficially)
Grand Company: Maelstrom (Unofficially)

Blog: ishgardiansnow
Status: Active (Alt) Server Balmung

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Name: Marielle Valeroyant (Nickname: Mari or Elle)
Age: Unknown (Appears to be around 30) (9/11)
Relationship: None
Free Company: Debauchery Tea Party (Unofficially)
Grand Company: The Order of the Twin Adder (Unofficially)

Blog: ishgardiansnow
Status: Semi-Active (Alt – New character work in progress) Server Mateus

Discord: Destiney#1526
Active Playtime: East Coast Evenings

Entry #19: Ready or Not

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(Had a bit of trouble with this one tonight. Dest and Lance both tonight. I figured might be good with a friend’s plot coming up soon.)

“Are you insane? No!” Lance scowled at what he was hearing. “I didn’t teach this all to you just for you to go and get yourself killed. You are not making everything that was done to keep you safe, worth nothing.”

“It was not worth nothing. You know it as well as I do. But I am doing this. You can’t stop me, Lance.” Destiney crossed her arms over her chest as they spoke outside in the yard at her house.

The thunk of a sword biting into wood. Poor striking dummy taking the brunt of the knight’s anger at his cousin’s words. He could understand full well why she would want to do this. That wasn’t the part he disagreed with.

What bothered him most was that they were keeping things from the Company she worked with. All because the ties the leader and one member held. That part did not make any sense to him. If she was willing to work with them. Put her trust in them. Then how could she keep this part from them? Clearly this was something they were going to clash over.

“You are talking of walking into enemy territory. Possibly getting hurt or worse. Have you even told your boyfriend about this? My guess is you haven’t. Halone have mercy… Destiney think about this.”

“I have thought about. Ever since the night Yuti told me what they found out. I am not letting Ikara remain in enemy hands. She’s like a sister to me, Lance!”

A soft huff before Destiney paced away from her cousin. Hand coming to rest on the hilt of her blade. Feeling for the magic she’d been training with. Reminding herself of every lesson both her brother and cousin had been giving her. Teaching her to fight. To be able to protect those she cared about. Rather then always being the one needing protection. It didn’t make her a skilled fighter by any standard. Yet it helped. Every bit helped more then where she was a year ago. Barely able to fight. This time would be different. This time she wouldn’t hesitate.

After all she had a reason to come home to. Always. She promised Syluss she would always come home to him.

Turning to face her stubborn cousin. Knowing he was just trying to protect her because he cared about her. Because it was part of who he was as a knight. As family. Setting her feet and preparing herself for the battle of getting him to give on this. “I will prove to you that I am ready for this. I will not falter. Not this time.”

Hand drawing that blade. Giving Lance a look a determination. For Ikara she would do this. Had to do this.

Entry #13: Old Wounds

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(Writing for Lance today. This is partly from
after the Steel Vigil’s fall.)

If he could have paced his room he
would have. However the leg still pained him. The nightmares refused
to let him sleep. The defeat at the Steel Vigil had taken a sword and
carved a wound deep into his soul. It had only been days since the
fall. Since Nidhogg’s brood had savaged the Vigil.

He was on leave now. Maybe
indefinitely. Assuming he would ever be fit for duty again. Not that
he had been badly wounded. The claw that had gotten his hip and down
part way across his upper thigh would heal. It would scar but it
would heal. Other then that he hadn’t suffered any other major
wounds. He had been one of the lucky ones. Yet he felt anything but
lucky.

It was all gone. The Vigil was in
shambles. Lord Chlodebaimt was gone. House Haillenarte was suffering
both the loss of a son and the Vigil. Their reputation was torn from
this loss. Everything just gave his father more fuel to use against
him. To flaunt how superior House Dzemael was over House Haillenarte.

So he remained in his room. Not
sleeping. Nor walking about as he was supposed to by the healer’s
orders. Ignoring his mother and siblings attempts to lure him from
his room. Snarling at anyone that even made the attempt. Behaving no
better then a wounded animal rather then the young man he should be.

Why had he survived? Why had his
commander decided to sacrifice himself? What was it all worth when
all they had done is lost anyways…

The pillow smacked the wall and landed
with a soft plop on the floor. Lance pulled his good leg close and
rested his chin on the knee. He was so tired but every time he shut
his eyes all he heard was the screams and saw the flames. Saw good
men and women fighting a losing battle. Saw the aevis that wounded
him.

It would be days till Lance finally made an effort to leave his room.
Having enough of his family pestering him. Just to get away from the
constant insistence that he return to having a life. So he went out.
Did not mean he was having a life. Instead he just found ways to numb
the pain.

***

Lance gasped as he sat up. It had been a long time since those
memories had surfaced. Putting a hand to his forehead as he took a
deep breath. Hearing the chirp of a familiar friend as he looked
around. Finally he had been able to make a place for his feathered
friend at his apartment. Often leaving the window open for the small
owlet.

He held his hand out for the small bird as it landed on his bed.
Those large eyes looking up at him. “I hope you had a successful
hunt tonight, my friend.” The owl cocking his head to the side as
he looked up at Lance before hopping on Lance’s outstretched hand.

“At least only one of us still bears wounds.” Lance smiled softly
as he scratched under the owl’s beak, earning him a rather pleased
sound from the bird.

Entry #8: Unease

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(Writing for Lance tonight. Will blog over to his blog later. This picks up after Entry 3. This is all current for Lance. Kind of hoping writing this little stuff gives me some ideas somehow. XD)

The restless feeling hadn’t eased over the last few days. Lance picked up more work to do when he could find it. Something to keep him occupied. Less time to think of the unease that was bothering him.

Yet that didn’t quiet the whispers. Or the feeling as if he needed to jump at every shadow. Something was going on. There was just no way to put a finger on what was causing this deep unease. A strong urge to search Coerthas until he found out why. Surely whatever was causing this couldn’t be the wedding.

Definitely not. If anything he wished it was sooner rather then later. So there was no way the wedding was making him feel this way.

Something was lurking in the shadows somewhere. Just the question was where. He had nothing to go on besides a feeling that something wasn’t right. Maybe it was just the effects of that stone again. Making him paranoid. Maybe this was just all entirely in his head.

He even went as far as to patrol further then usual. Even if it wasn’t exactly Haillenarte territory for some of the places he went. It was something to keep him occupied when he wasn’t able to distract himself with Miu’s presence. Hoping to catch a sign or anything at all suggesting that something might be amiss.