Jemals School - Page 10

Myth and Legend · 9th June 2009, 07:09 PM

Jamien looked at the little beast hiding behind his armored legs. "Are you OK Assuir? We were discussing Arin's nature, which turned out to be quite interesting."

Jamien was surprised to hear Arin's most peculiar story. The Knight's world was centered around much more mundane things like strength of arm, doing right and abhorring the Code. The lad stared at the third year student for a moment, before continuing "One must be observant if he is to become a successful Knight. Your change of appearance i attributed to magic, and therefore dismissed it as something i am not knowledgeable about. But the manner of your speech struck me as odd, since it signifies a change in personality. You were either deceiving us from the start, or there was more to it than met the eye... So, what is your name then? And can Arin hear what we are saying? - the Knight swallowed uneasily and lowered his voice - are you a woman as well? If.. if you have genders that is. Also, can you change hosts?"

Theroc · 9th June 2009, 07:42 PM

Coravin blinked at Arin's explanation.

"Bereft of... magic?" The mage suppressed a shudder at the thought. How could he study the outer planes without his magic!?

"That must truly have been a trial for both your peoples. Being without physical form is a disadvantage not even the denizens of the outer planes suffer, having their souls made flesh... and to be without magic... well... I cannot even imagine that..."

Jemal · 9th June 2009, 07:56 PM

Arin nods at Coravins words "From the tales I have heard, it was a most trying time for both our races. Fortunately, neither of us were born then. Our species have been joined for centuries now."
She smiles and giggles a little at Jamiens words "Oh no, WE are Arin. When the symbiosis occurs, the human and the spirit become a whole, choosing a new identity for themselves, we chose to become 'Arin'. We have two minds, but share the same experiences unless we choose to sleep and allow the other some privacy for.. intimate occassions. At the moment we are both awake and observing, and if she chose She could resume control. The symbiosis is permanent, we will live together until we die together. And yes, I am female too. We try to ensure that the two halves have as much in common as possible."

Rhun · 9th June 2009, 08:16 PM

"Incredible," mutters Amaya, listening to Arin describe her symbiotic relationship.

Theroc · 9th June 2009, 10:13 PM

"Absolutely fascinating..." Coravin muttered, extremely curious. "Does your... symbiosis affect the use of mind altering magics? Say... a charm spell, or the like? Two minds means one of you would likely remain unaffected, yes?"

Rathan · 9th June 2009, 11:56 PM

Terrance rummages around in his pouches and comes out with a small vial with a red crystalline substance...

I can heal extremely well for such a low adept level actually... I can turn and damage undead.... but my exact area of expertise is information.. I write EVERYTHING... well most everything down.. I've gotten so good at it in fact I can write down side conversations around me going on with relative ease... however if this is not to your need or liking DO have about... hmm.. I think it was 50 gold worth of ruby dust here if that might sway your mind for one of your finer sticks pehaps?" as Terrance looks over the mans sticks carefully trying to judge the correct bartering price....

Apprise Skill on the 'Sticks'

Myth and Legend · 10th June 2009, 01:25 AM

Jamien grinned like an idiot at the mention of "intimate occasions". His father would have dismissed Arin as an abomination, but the lad had decided to make his own decisions from now on. "My lady Arin, you are truly a wonder to behold. I am glad to have met you - had i not already set my eyes on another, i would have surely wanted to know more of you."

Theroc · 10th June 2009, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Myth and Legend

"My lady Arin, you are truly a wonder to behold. I am glad to have met you - had i not already set my eyes on another, i would have surely wanted to know more of you."

"Jamien, you've piqued my curiousity, who tugs your heartstrings? Someone back home?" Coravin grinned, curious if the boy had indeed fallen for the woman who was just chastising them, or whether it was someone he left behind to grow stronger.

"I for one, would be fascinated to hear more of Lady Arin and her people, though... perhaps we should pace ourselves on progess on any one subject, and continue our tour. I should like to see this arena myself, when everyone is ready..."

Myth and Legend · 10th June 2009, 02:22 AM

Jamien smiled faintly and shook his head: "Perhaps later we can speak of such matters, In any event, I am full of vigor and ready to face the trials of the Arena myself. Lady Arin, do you think i would be allowed to ride my mount in to combat?"

Arkhandus · 10th June 2009, 04:39 AM

Keizaan is curious, and approaches the two, focusing for a moment to view magical auras. He tries to see if the sticks are actually magical and just how much, wondering if he's trying to scam Terrence. "....Why are you trying to barter for fancy sticks....?" he asks.

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Rathan · 10th June 2009, 04:56 AM

Terrance jumps a bit as he hears a familiar voice and turns his head with a smile to Keizaan... "The red man here said it might be able to give me just the edge I need to excel here at the University... I thought hey... if the man is genuine and I've seen no reason yet that he's not... then why not... any edge I can get with my readily apparent lack of balance would be nice.. right? the apprentice priest utters softly and low to Keizaan there next to him...

GlassEye · 10th June 2009, 04:58 AM

Cal represses a grin at Jamien's words. Of course, Jamien'd not want to comment on who had attracted his eye since she was standing right here... Cal can't, however, keep from glancing Amaya's direction briefly. He looks from Amaya to all the others in their little group. "We all done yet?" he asks. It's pretty clear he's excited and ready to see more of the school.

Rhun · 10th June 2009, 05:21 AM

At Jamien's words about riding his horse in the Arena, Amaya wonders just how large the facility is. But she keeps quiet, for now. If a horse can be ridden in the place, then it much surely be large. She would find out soon enough.

Jemal · 10th June 2009, 03:55 PM

-Mall-
The red man squints his eyes briefly at Keizaan, but continues smiling "Ah good sir, a pleasure to meet you. I presume you are another newcomer to our fine school? Yes, you also have the look of someone who needs a stick! Oh now don't be skeptical, I can see it in your eyes 'why buy a stick' he says - Why not, I say? These are no ordinary sticks, they are magically attuned to the school, and will help you find your way. Very useful if you can't find your way to the mall, or don't have the time!" He picks up a stick and holds it up. It appears to be nothing more than a finely carved piece of wood, but Keizaan DOES detects magic emanating from it. "Each of these has been hand-crafted by myself, the only person in the school - well, aside from the teachers, I'd wager - Who knows the secret! Now, if you'd be so kind as to wait but a moment, I was just finishing my dealings with this fine young man."

He turns his gaze back to Terrance "Now before we go settling on a price, I must tell you a few things about the Sticks, don't want you thinking I'm ripping you off! They don't work Exactly like the mall's guiding stone. You don't think of where you want to go and know the way. What you need to do is hold the stick, focus on your destination, and.. just walk. The stick will guide your subconscious in the right direction. Now, some students who've been here a while can do the same without a stick, but who wants to wait a year or two to learn that trick, when you can get the same effect right here, right now?"

He looks at the ruby dust for a few moments, then nods "Gold has different values on different planes, but this amount of dust would be worth a stick.. Hmm, maybe worth a bit more even. Tell ya what, I'll even give you, say... 10 credits back as change, so your account won't be completely empty. Do we have a deal?

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-Hallways/Arena-
Arin nods to Coravin's words "It does indeed come in handy against such magics and charms. I must say it is good to see that the schools standards are not slipping. You seem a sharp group. Coravin is right though, you will all have MUCH to learn here, I wouldn't want to overload you with information about myself when there are so many interesting and important things about this place that you can and should be learning."

Her gaze flickers between Amaya and Jamien before returning to meet the others's with a wink, though the two in question seem not to notice.

"The arena is a rather large place, and they will allow pets, mounts, companions, and the like to enter with you. There are ports from which students can watch and learn from those inside, but the arena itself is enclosed so as to prevent interference or distractions from outside, and to stop projectiles or other harmful effects from inside injuring those watching. Unfortunately with such a large student base, access to the Arena is restricted to certain times, to keep it fair. There are rumours that the dean is building a second arena, but for now we have only the one, and we should be there in a few minutes."

She stops talking then and starts giggling. When she notes your confusion, she waves a hand "Oh it's nothing, my other half was just commenting that I'm better at this than she is. She can be rather competitive, and is sulking now."

GlassEye · 10th June 2009, 04:24 PM

At Arin's reference to her split nature, or was it combined nature, Cal considers their guide again and with a sudden revelation begins mumbling quietly to himself. "She's an oracle!" He stares at Arin in awe. "Her whole people are oracles! Who would need the wisdom of oracles if they are all oracles?" He shakes his head over the incomprehensibility of Arin's world and follows along. Nettle unwilling to relinquish his bone just yet pads beside the young man and occasionally gives Aussir wary glances.

Rathan · 10th June 2009, 05:46 PM

"Fine fine.... it's a deal.... I see no reason I can't use one of these fine sticks... and if it doesn't work like you say it will.. I just go to the dean... consider it my... *and Terrance chuckles because he may be gullible.. but he's not stupid*... money back guarantee... Terrance finishes as he hands the man the vial of ruby dust and holds out his hand for his stick...

Myth and Legend · 10th June 2009, 06:32 PM

Jamien rushed to catch up with Arin, moving with determination and almost a soldier's march. "What can we expect out of the Arena my lady? Any warnings or advice that you could share would be deeply appreciated."

Rhun · 10th June 2009, 06:50 PM

Amaya walks along quietly with the group, keeping her eyes open for things of interest.

ishalleatyourflesh · 11th June 2009, 12:55 AM

Aussir pads along after the group, he tries once to climb on to Jamien's shoulder but finds that he is to large.

Arkhandus · 11th June 2009, 05:24 AM

Keizaan shrugs and drops his concentration on magic-detection. "If that's what you want to do." He walks over to the guide-stone, mutters "Cafeteria?" and tries to find his way to the cafeteria from there. He decides that the sticks, while probably functional, aren't likely worth it and he doesn't bother asking what the stronger ones are for.