Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings
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				Title: <strong>Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>20-05-2018, 02:02:27</strong>
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				<div align="center">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/b/b8/War-manse-13.jpg)</div><br>It is the month of Resplendent Earth, the end of the season of storms, and the Ocean Father has decided to leave his finest creation for last this year. For three days and three nights the seas have pounded the manse and the island that shelters it, hard enough that being outside of the walls was to take your life in your hands.<br><br>But now ... now the sun shines once more, and grumbling stormclouds drift onwards to share their bounty with others. <br><br>Parties are dispatched to check the island for anything unusual or dangerous that might have been blown in on the storm. One exhausted youth has just gasped out his report to the officer of the day, reporting a ship swept ashore on the far side of the island, and survivors moving about on the beach. None have come in this direction yet, but it is surely only a matter of time before they do.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>20-05-2018, 16:14:51</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/d/df/Brandi_Caliss.jpg/268px-Brandi_Caliss.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X-jg_0_L8GaDEOMzXQsCJWBjc47AEc0Ge-CdVqc0gqU/edit#)</strong></span>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Long brown tresses cascaded down over the shoulders, breasts and back of the blushing beauty as she inspected the offering of the Humble Table. Dressed in her favored stylings, the orchid shades accenting her ever-present flush in her skin. Verdant Orchid ambled through the mushroom fields reviewing their growth and contemplating how to best take care of their people. She was now in charge of a large portion of the food products and had just begun turning a surplus in their sea cucumber beds. Her inspection was being shadowed by the Field Boss and foreman on staff. She discussed stacking the mushroom crop tiering them and doubling their field space, as she did this a Communique from Manse Command required her attention. As the message was delivered by the disembodied voice she straightened and a new expression cooled over her constant peaceful demeanor.<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; "I must go, start construction of a row as we discussed. We should test this to see what is workable. I would hate to add too much to your strained backs as it is. At least the new tiers will be at standing level and get some of you off your knees for a bit." With this she was on the move, a purpose to her stride that was rarely seen down here among the fields and most commonly as she left it as now. She hit the halls at a run, she was needed in her armor, and that was six flights up and half the manse away. Good thing she was in shape. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; ***************************************************************************************************************<br><br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/9/9b/Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg/480px-Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y_x7GMq1JWWKhrMt_OquzzLIMikvAMC3IOiT6bGF35g/edit)</strong></span><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The beauty that appeared in the hangar hatch that would soon be the egress point for their forward division was as far removed from the pensive and accommodating helper of the fields, as a hammer is to a massage oil. Now, a hard and practiced appearance lay upon the armed and armored archer. Clad in her jade armor, enameled in amethyst, her crown upon her head, and windblade at her feet, she awaited the gates to open. They would see if any worthy breeding stock was with this ship, what threats it may hold, what gleanings it may contribute. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She truly hoped that the sailors and occupants would be tractable, she didn't like the alternative. Unwilling would be dealt with quickly and efficiently as any threat, without prolonging the act or causing additional distress. And as for contributions, well the essence channels and conduits always needed maintenance. "Verdant Orchid reporting, scout flight, medic for blue dragon talon, or sorceror for red dragon talon?" She called to the watch command, Umari would be there. He was always there when there was a knock at the door.<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;He would say where she was needed most. She knew her capabilities, she would be fire support for the scout flight, medic for their ranged fire talon that would rain death upon the warned vessel, or she would be with the red dragon, front line assault doing what must be done.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-05-2018, 08:33:44</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramaln stood on the prow of the Fire Orchid where it had run aground during the storm last night.&nbsp; The handsome young captain was of medium build—almost slender—but tall with thick limbs and nicely toned muscles.&nbsp; &nbsp;He wore a dark tunic and trousers with gold buckles.&nbsp; His similarly colored long coat was similar, with especially brilliant gold on the buttons and cuffs.&nbsp; Though subtle, ti was in fact an armored buff jacket.&nbsp; The saber sheathed in his belt was longer and wider than most slashing swords.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Davalran glanced down the beach to one of his two escort vessels—a bireme with a fire cannon mounted at fore.&nbsp; He turned to look out over the sea.&nbsp; Then he glanced down across the storm tossed mess of his own ship—one of the largest merchant vessels made in the modern erra.&nbsp; His eyes came to rest on a comely fire haired girl with light, freckled skin who was mixing and mashing together a few powders.&nbsp; <br><br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/95/52745e95b101322f85f2512ecc267a79.jpg)</div><strong>Hearts Ablaze Abarami</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HIsIRVzBisiu7Q4C65lYZwSXxqHIqdxFg0ZcXGKigJQ/ed<br>it)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Blaze,” he called, “How is that flare powder coming?"&nbsp; Heart's Ablaze Abarami was more than just his concubine—she was an engineer, and alchemist, and a skilled gunner.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“It will be ready within the hour, master,” she called.&nbsp; “A brilliant red-gold flare visible for several miles out to sea.&nbsp; If the other bireme has survived the storm, there's a good chance they'll see it, and I'm preparing enough for five shots.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Excellent, little one,” he replied, then glanced up the island.&nbsp; &nbsp;“But who else will see?”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan glanced to the right, at a companion so valued that she was one of a very few welcomed aboard his ship despite being of the fairer sex and not being one of his submissives.&nbsp; “What do you think, Cynthia.&nbsp; Was it a random storm?&nbsp; Or Storm Mother mischief?”&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>21-05-2018, 09:07:03</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu Tides, captain of blue dragon talon made from five fangs. He is sending out two teams on beach, three on ocean itself with proper aquatic equipment in case their visitors suddenly display ability to swim faster than fish or move across water. Albeit Yolhu is the captain, he is not technically leading. As he is mute he cannot commune commands in the messenger equipment, that is other hand carried by his lieutenant who understands every finger waving, sign language, he makes as he replies to reports by hearing them and she replies. Deliver instructions on his behalf.<br><br>He signed; <em>"Prepare spread the squads according base protocol, shark teams one, two and three are stand by and crab team one goes north side along beach and crab team two approach from south. Walk calmly, weapons seen, but not pointed. We open dialog with the shipwrecked crew upon visual contact and close range. Be prepared for hostility but not initiate it unless commanded to."</em><br><br>Then roughly that is translated by his lieutenant as he moves to inspect one the fang squads, Fanglord making salute and he nods. He checks they had their armor on, along with ranged weapons what blue dragon squads are assigned for along with minimum needed melee weapon. He himself had no ranged weapon; just pair of daiklaves hanging from scabbard from his waist. As he walks he performs simple kata to awaken his essence channels, let draconic essence flow more profound and effortlessly in his blood and awaken his body to action. Changing already graceful stride to confident and powerful one. He looks on Verdant Orchid who already hovers on ready join any squad and he signs to his lieutenant to pass message to her; <em>"Join with one squads coming along beach line. We may need medical attention either to us or our shipwrecked visitors."</em><br><br>Yolhu knows more should arrive soon and wait for exact instruction and command given by Umari. He has only done basic preparations and readied his fangs ready to proceed.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-05-2018, 09:10:24</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/0/0b/The_Winged_Prince_by_keiiii.jpg)</div><strong>Lai Aan/Graceful Willow (Sidereal Mentor)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LpveYLLszo2ismqKz7geNpSMAEuEj7zI0OtnDQKNO5A/edit)<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In Yuu Shan—the City of the Gods—Graceful Willow placed a calligraphy brush and called upon a messenger spirit to deliver the paper work he'd just completed to the desk of a god elsewhere in the Cerulean Lute of Harmony to cosign and file.&nbsp; The sidereal was heart achingly beautiful, with delicate features, long hair, and toned muscles.&nbsp; Many maidens had swooned into his arms over the centuries, and his dances had made hardened war gods quietly weep.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Willow's eyes fluttered shut and his perspective extended across worlds and miles alike.&nbsp; His pressence came to rest in an ebony coin tucked into Cynthia's bodice.&nbsp; He looked out over land and water alike and gave an excited grin.&nbsp; For several moments, Willow entertained the notion of teleporting there instnatly and—for the first time in centuries—setting foot on the island that was his secret project—that was becoming increasingly central to so many of his plans...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;To <em>the</em> plan.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Willow shook his head.&nbsp; Now was not the time.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The beautiful vizier reached into his robe and touched a blue tattoo on his hip.&nbsp; Cynthia could feel the matching tattoo on her own hip warming, feel the phantom tingle of her master's loving touch.&nbsp; <em>”It begins, my Cynthia.”</em> Willow whispered to his concubine.&nbsp; <em>”This island you have reached—and it's people--in many ways holds the key to creation's salvation.”</em>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-05-2018, 10:59:34</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><strong>Atasha</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pwcX1ZfZDJlrcWxwT8gAHB-Xb4Q5S7bjOEitGW-Hl78/edit)<br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/V%27neef_Briar_Rose.jpg)</div><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja was one of the closed off sections of the Manse with her friend Atasha when word began to spread of ships washed ashore.&nbsp; The two scantily clad girls were on their guard, but not terribly concerned.&nbsp; They'd been through this particular part of the manse's depths several times before and had already disabled most of the traps, slain or driven off dangerous vermin.&nbsp; It had been a series of workshops for sorcerer-technicians before it was abandoned three centuries before the Contagion—probably initially because of a simple power failure.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The air aspect gave a sudden, excited bounce after moving a table aside.&nbsp; “Hey, Atasha!&nbsp; Bring a light!&nbsp; I found a secured cupboard.&nbsp; Maybe there's something in here Spark can use to finish fixing the Implosion Bow, and if not, well, I'm sure the Quartermaster's will be happy with whatever we bring them!&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The svelte girl with some silver in her chestnut hair hurried over with a bulls eye lantern.&nbsp; Sanja showed her exactly where to shine the light on the cupboard, then she tucked her Hyperion key into her cleavage.&nbsp; Pulling some lock picks out of think hair, she held three between her teeth and got to work with two others...&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>27-05-2018, 07:13:58</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br><br>&nbsp;Talitha had pretty much spent the night during the storm below decks. While she was a good enough swimmer on her own she had certainly hoped to not have to do it in this weather. Then had come them running a ground. That had been interesting but she was nothing if not up to the task. She'd been hired for this gig for her martial skills and had held true to that contract. Even if she had been a disgusted by the Captain's leers at her. She had weather it just fine. He hadn't done anything to her so far so she was just content to let him be. However if he did she had an idea in mind of how to deal with him. Still this new world she found herself in was quite different that was for sure from what she had known before. Which was of course the monestaries of the Immaculate Order. <br><br>&nbsp;Even as she thought about the whole affair it still seemed kind of surreal to her. She had been in the middle of her mediations in private when she had beheld a vision. A vision in which she saw a darkness encroaching upon the creation itself. She had been about to go tell what she had learned to the Abotess Silver Fox of what she saw when it happened. As if sensing her imminent departure to the waking world a bright light filled her mind. As it cleared she saw what it was. It was the sun, shining brightly over the horizon. She saw the sun itself rising in the east. It was like a phoenix spreading it's wings to take flight. In the wake of such a light the darkness receded but only just so. Then just as the sun reached it's Zenith and in it's fully glory did the darkness become frightened begin to flee before the sheer might of the Holy Radiance of the sun's light. Then her vision ended.<br><br>&nbsp;When she'd come to it was to see the horrified look on a servant girl's face and the concerned looking on Elder Sister Amala's face. Sister Amala promptly knocked the girl out and then through a cloak over her body. "You must leave this place now. It is no longer safe for you child. We must hurry." she had said as they left through back alleys and other such ways she had not known. "Why must I leave Elder Sister Amala?" she had asked back. The answer had been simple. She had not wanted to acknowledge it back then but the glowing mark on her forehead was the proof enough .She was a Solar. <br><br>&nbsp;She had left only taking several days worht of rations with her and a plan green jade ocarina. It was such a silly little thing but it was one of her most prized possions. It was the thing that had been gifted to her by the Priestess before she had passed her off into the wilds. She never knew what had become of Amala but she could not but look forward now. It was simply her now. She'd been guided to a cache of weapons and other gear by the visions of her heritage. As soon as she had discovered it the nightly visitations had begun. The ancient radient dragon spirit Artisia had appeared to teach her lessons. All because she opened that book. <br><br>&nbsp;How that had been almost a lifetime ago now. In reality it had only been a couple of months. She had spent the better part of six months in that ruin learning sword and other such techniques before striking out on her own. Now she her she was walking out on deck toward the Captain. "So where have found ourselves Captain?" she asked him. The large gleeming golden daiklave across her back. Her long emerald green hair fluttered in the sea breeze, tied back as usual with the silk ribbon hair tie she herself used. She wondered where they would go from here but she knew things were what they were for a reason.<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Idej</strong> on <strong>27-05-2018, 07:49:48</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/kre0u6L.png)</div><strong>Cynthia Patricia Athamastus</strong><br><br>Cynthia felt the warmth of the touch from the one she calls her sifu, and master from the tattoo on her side underneath her clothes.&nbsp; She listened carefully to what he had said to her, knowing that she was coming here to prepare a new age for Creation and that this place, this island of hidden refuge will bring such goals to fruition, and to be a stepping stone for her own ambitions and dreams as well.&nbsp; If she was to become anything like her previous owner of her Exaltation, she had alot of work to be done to do so.<br><br>She gave a small, "Understood, master," whispered in response to what was said to her by her master before looking up to the other man that was in front of her.&nbsp; She was aboard a vessel that was not her own, but she had proven capable of work aboard the ship that she had respect between the both of them.<br><br>She looked up to the Prophet as he asked the question and replied in a voice that was confident, but had a hint of alluring honey to her soprano voice, "To be honest, it could very well be a mixture of both.&nbsp; However, the fact that this happens as we arrive to our destination does send the message that this is more than a mere coincidence.&nbsp; I'd suggest that we be on our guard and be wary for more traps and tricks.&nbsp; I have a feeling that those that oppose know we are here."<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>27-05-2018, 10:25:52</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan's brow furrowed at Cynthia's response.&nbsp; <em>arrive at our destination</em>.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>How curious that a girl as skilled as Cynthia doesn't realize how far off course we are.</em>&nbsp; “This isn't Coral, Cynthia.&nbsp; I'm not sure...”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan flashed Talitha a smile when she approached, eyes momentarily lingering over her silky green hair and toned body clad in snug silk.&nbsp; “I hope you weathered the storm well, Talitha.&nbsp; My Fox is still sleeping off the effects.”&nbsp; Fox was another of Ramalan's curious slaves.&nbsp; &nbsp;Despite the trappings of submission, he treated them like normal people.&nbsp; In fact, his first officer was one of the three.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“I was just telling Cynthia I'm not quite sure where we are yet.&nbsp; When night falls I'll get a better look at the stars and Blaze will send up a flair for the missing Bireme.&nbsp; I know we've been swept quite a bit further west than we intended to be.&nbsp; I think we've gone south, too.&nbsp; We could be a few hundred leagues due west of Skull Stone, but if I actually suspect we're quite a bit further south than that—maybe even south of the Neck.&nbsp; <br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Very generalized map of the best known areas in the west.</div><div class="spoiler_body">http://www.oakthorne.net/pics/wiki/exalted/west-map-overview.jpg<br></div></div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>27-05-2018, 16:00:24</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br><br>&nbsp;Talitha noticed the Captain's leering gaze once more and offered him a disapproving look before taking a breath as she looked out over the ocean and the island itself. "I weather it just fine. I had my faith in Mel...the Unconquered Sun to bolster me in the time of need." she said to him. The slip of the tongue had been a call back to the fact she had been a priestess of the Dragon Mela, the Dragon God of Air. Unlearning and then learning a new Patron for whom have dedicated yourself still took its time going away, old habits and such. In time though she knew she would be able to fully embrace the Unconquered Sun without hesitation.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>27-05-2018, 16:41:18</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/9/9b/Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg/480px-Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y_x7GMq1JWWKhrMt_OquzzLIMikvAMC3IOiT6bGF35g/edit)</strong></span><br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Verdant Orchid dashed to her place with Crab Team One as the orders came forward. She would be with one of the first teams to reach the wreckage, she could assess and help those who needed it, or rain hell upon those who threatened their manse. She dearly hoped for the former, though she would wish suffering on none, that was a far cry better than war. The two vessels would be nice additions to their fleet as well. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>27-05-2018, 16:57:21</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>"Gods, I <em>hate</em> sea travel," a feminine voice groaned from the stairs leading up to the deck, sounding petulant and annoyed.&nbsp; "Why did we have to travel by boat?"<br><br>"Because we needed to escape the mainland, Mistress," a second, softer voice replied, sounding as if she were used to the first's behavior.&nbsp; "Or would you rather we were captured by the Hunt?"<br><br>"Yes, I know!"&nbsp; The owner of the first voice stepped out onto the deck, shielding her eyes from the glare of the sun as the wind made her partially sheer skirt flutter in interesting ways.&nbsp; "Why can't you just let me complain?"<br><br>"Because Father asked me to keep you grounded, Mistress," the second voice, belonging to a girl with cat ears and a tail, replied as she joined the blonde, green eyed woman she apparently served.&nbsp; "And I intend to follow his instructions."<br><br>"But aren't I your beloved mistress now?"&nbsp; The blonde asked, turning to face the girl with oddly colored hair, hands clasped over her heart.&nbsp; "You wound me, Ren!"&nbsp; She pouted childishly.&nbsp; "Don't you love me anymore?"&nbsp; Ren, meanwhile, sighed, eyes briefly shutting as she seemed to mentally count to ten, before they opened to focus on the blonde once more.<br><br>"Your antics are making us look foolish, Mistress Xenovia," Ren pointed out to her, glancing around at those gathered nearby briefly.&nbsp; "Please, for the sake of my sanity, stop behaving like a child."<br><br>"But it's fun!"&nbsp; Xenovia exclaimed, spinning about with a giggle and arms spread wide.&nbsp; "You need to relax, Ren, and just enjoy life for once!&nbsp; We're out on the open sea, where romance and adventure happens every day!&nbsp; Live it up a little!"<br><br>"...I thought you hated sea travel."<br><br>"Stop bringing silly things like reason and logic into our discussions, Ren!"<br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><div class="floatright">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>27-05-2018, 17:27:48</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br><br><div class="floatright">(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/6c/7a/63/6c7a634727a55976e950f96524b7b453.jpg)</div><strong>Aquamarine Shearwater</strong> (http://)<br><br><div class="floatright">(https://thumbs.dreamstime.com/b/portrait-blonde-pirate-female-coming-ashore-sword-hand-pirate-ship-background-slight-atmospheric-rain-d-96362874.jpg)</div><strong>Radiant Tide</strong> (http://)<br><br><br><div class="floatright">(https://www.wallpaperflare.com/static/485/266/423/girl-dress-fantasy-black-wallpaper-thumb.jpg)</div><strong>Celebration of the River</strong> (http://)<br><br><br>The Storm hit but thankfully the crew ran about as directed by Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides and weathered the storm. <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Seeing the Whirligig about to be driven up onto a rocky beech, Pearl bellowed out over the crashing of thunder to Radiant Tide.&nbsp; Tide—a blond woman—had seized the wheel and—with supreme force of will—channeled her mortal Essence into the Whirligig's arcane machinery.&nbsp; The power thrummed momentarily to full life and the whole ship lifted into the air, clearing the rocky outcropping and then landing in a tidal pool.&nbsp; &nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;It should have been a moment of relief, but timbers were groaning.&nbsp; Pearl had looked about wildly, then seized one of her followers and jerked him clear just before the mast was sheered off by high winds and sudden stops to land with a great splash in the same pool of water.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;This caused Pearl to shiver and look about, throat tight with rising panic as one of their protections against the Storm Mothers was now lying in the water next to her ship.<br>&nbsp; The azure skinned god blood began to curse softly.&nbsp; She took deep breaths to try and calm herself and 'til her throat began to loosen.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A red haired women came&nbsp; up next to the azure god blood and rested a hand on her shoulder.&nbsp; The redhead smiled.&nbsp; “It is okay Pearl.&nbsp; Your Talisman is here now."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The redhead chuckled, dancing eyes inviting Pearl to join her.&nbsp; &nbsp;The redhead's name was Aquamarine Shearwater.&nbsp; Storm Mothers were vicious hags--sea goddess's who loathed to see any woman prettier than they at sea and responded with deadly jealosuy.&nbsp; As a redhead, Shearwater was immune to the direct effects of Stomr Mother magic, which made their presence a bit of a talisman against the hags.&nbsp; &nbsp;Shearwater wore a brown&nbsp; top that could be consider no more then a bra, brown and green pants that came&nbsp; down to mid calf, and brown sandals with a green thong.<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Pearl forced a bit of a smile as the younger woman tried to comfort her.&nbsp; "Aquamarine Shearwater, thank you.&nbsp; I should be alright.&nbsp; Please give your expertise to repairing the mast."&nbsp; &nbsp;Pearl gave the red haired women a kiss on the cheek.<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Next a blonde haired women and raven haired women joined them. They started giving orders to retrieve the mast and&nbsp; check for other damage.&nbsp; Eventually the crew started&nbsp; shouting&nbsp; in reports and&nbsp; it seems the mast was&nbsp; all that was damage.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>27-05-2018, 17:55:50</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://ih0.redbubble.net/image.368529591.4800/flat,800x800,070,f.u2.jpg)</div>Nara (Yohlu's Leiutenant) (https://docs.google.com/document/d/13V858sHrhKuR2YuB8lK_v4yhmC9ezX1fq_Yx-ZJk6pQ/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Earlier</em><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Yohlu's Lieutenant was Nara, a blond beauty who strode beside the dragon blooded with expert grace.&nbsp; As a daughter of Umari Thousand Hands, the fact that she appeared to be a young woman in the prime of her life—rather than a girl in the full blossom of youth—revealed that she somewhere between a half century to a century old.&nbsp; Umari's progeny didn't live so long as the Dragon Blooded, but they were blessed with youth and vitality far surpassing a normal mortal and many demigods.&nbsp; &nbsp;Further symbol of the half-caste's rank and accomplishment was her armor.&nbsp; A composite lamelar showing mostly blue jade and a crimson cape so well fitted it was hard to imagine it was actualy one of the strongest power armors in the Manse not designed for the Exalted themselves, Sentinel Defense Force Armor.&nbsp; During the High First Age, this had been one of seven suits worn by the bases elite military police.&nbsp; Since then, crucial components in four of the armors had failed, leaving three, though they'd managed to get two of them back into working order eventually—albeit of diminished quality.&nbsp; <br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=287996.msg14156663#msg14156663">Quote from: Zaer Darkwail on 21-05-2018, 09:07:03</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">He signed; <em>"Prepare spread the squads according base protocol, shark teams one, two and three are stand by and crab team one goes north side along beach and crab team two approach from south. Walk calmly, weapons seen, but not pointed. We open dialog with the shipwrecked crew upon visual contact and close range. Be prepared for hostility but not initiate it unless commanded to."</em><br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=287996.msg14156663#msg14156663">Quote from: Zaer Darkwail on 21-05-2018, 09:07:03</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Then roughly that is translated by his lieutenant as he moves to inspect one the fang squads, Fanglord making salute and he nods. He checks they had their armor on, along with ranged weapons what blue dragon squads are assigned for along with minimum needed melee weapon. He himself had no ranged weapon; just pair of daiklaves hanging from scabbard from his waist. As he walks he performs simple kata to awaken his essence channels, let draconic essence flow more profound and effortlessly in his blood and awaken his body to action. Changing already graceful stride to confident and powerful one. He looks on Verdant Orchid who already hovers on ready join any squad and he signs to his lieutenant to pass message to her; <em>"Join with one squads coming along beach line. We may need medical attention either to us or our shipwrecked visitors."</em><br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Her voice was feminine and pleasant, but also crisp and professional as she translated her commander’s orders for those who didn't have knowledge of the Sign Language preserved in the War Manse's archives—an elegant and precise series of hand movements and facial expressions designed by an Eclipse Caste sorcerer some centuries before I AM was brought on line on Mount Meru.&nbsp; <br><br><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/fc/Beautiful-girl-pink-silk-clothes-jewelry-sword-in-hand-Asia-Oriental-fantasy-art-Wallpaper-for-Desktop-915x515_%281%29.png)</div><strong>Usha, Radiant Daughter of Umari Thousand Hands</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zE6BPyZ5ICcFPKm8A1zm4B1RauyP4opl3emVESMQTME/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Earlier</em><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A svelte and hard bodied girl in form fitted Gunzosha Commando armor, helmet off, brunette hair in a bun, jogged up to Yolhu.&nbsp; She had snapped a sharp salute and passed him a scroll with an official seal.&nbsp; “Final authorization of the operation from High Command sir.&nbsp; I took the report to father personally.”&nbsp; Father was their ruler, Umari Thousand Hands.&nbsp; Once a well respected agricultural worker, he had been Exalted by the Unconquered Sun several centuries ago and now ruled as their king-priest.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;When that duty was discharged, she jogged to catch up with Verdant Orchid.&nbsp; “Ready for action,” she flashed the Dragon Blooded a grin before clicking the helmet in place and loosening her daiklaive in it's scabbard.&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>27-05-2018, 18:36:30</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>To Yolhu Tides, the waiting was always difficult time (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v6BtJaBQmo), to him and soldiers alike. He would had set out already if it was for him, but he has to respect higher command which comprise from dozen family elders but most of all; God-King Umari Thousand-Hands. He is Sol's chosen and thus guided by wisdom of Unconquered Sun and is man of many centuries old. He should decide when proceed on capture and also give authorization for potential lethal force if needed, as doing otherwise would be nothing less than rebellion or causing harm for future of the manse denying potential additions to it's gene pool, which has been odd blessing that manse always get drifters and shipwrecked people over the centuries to keep blood fresh in mortal population and keep renewing it for terrestrial exaltations as well.<br><br>Yolhu Tides is example of such case, as he himself came to these same shores forty years ago. So he gives everyone who shipwrecks same chance and treatment like he was given when he arrived, but if they happen to be hostile or outright dangerous, seriously dangerous, he is ready to take lives to keep manse and it's population safe.<br><br>Then Usha arrives, delivering the scroll to him. He gracefully kneels, accepts the scroll from knelt position as proper respect given to one direct daughters of Umari and he stands up as she goes to join Verdant and undoing seal on the document. He quietly reads it and it just has simple message written by hand which showed grace but also age of the writer; <em>Standard procedure. Full authority given to Yolhu Tides carry out operation.</em><br><br>Yolhu felt pride, joy, for reading those lines. He was man without a past, without home, no identity.....he was threat, potential spy, to the manse. But Umari and his family gracefully accepted him, after medicals confirm a deep and likely permanent memory loss, he was welcomed in and given chance. Rise in ranks of military from bottom, acknowledge for his skills, gain recognition for introducing brand new martial art style for manse repertoire and slowly climb up to respected captain and military investigator. Not trust just lead soldiers; but also investigate crimes and be judge to determine who is sentenced for court. Be high possible authority besides high ranked god-bloods or Umari himself. Not many dragon-bloods in manse history had achieved his position as he had, considering he was a outsider since start.<br><br>Yolhu taps on Nara's shoulder, he recalls a two year girl who was endlessly curious who tagged and followed him all around. She had grown fine woman, skilled and beautiful. Hoping she in future finds perfect husband for herself continue her noble lineage, but now she is person whom he trusts to translate his words as voice carries farther through coms than hand gestures do. So he signs to her; <em>"Permission granted to proceed with operation, standard protocols. Charge up essence cannons, turn them on stun mode and position stand by to receive military harmonizing technique by me. Once harmonization complete, permission is given to proceed to move to the site."</em><br><br>Once he signs he steps away, which is normal as he now channels more essence and now his anima will be going active. He wishes no harm for his soldiers even if their armors are warded against harmful effects of his anima. The habit....oddly echoes to his past some reason? Not sure, but he has taken it as just being wise precaution keep few yards distance when his anima flares. He closes his eyes and starts concentrate, creating mental image of fish swarms in his mind, in ocean swarms move in perfect harmony. To avoid predators they form denser lines, growing bigger and thicker mass to ward off predators and confuse them. Cease to be several individuals to form into singular mass with tendrils.<br><br>Same way he tries imagine the squads, moving together and working in harmony with the whole. Like those ocean fish. Steam starts rise from him, at first moist and cold, but growing hotter and hotter and steam cloud forms around him, then taking shape of koi fishes which swim around him. He is not going too far in essence release, as otherwise the fishes would become azure in color and then steam is hot enough boil flesh away or cause serious harm even environment. Then steam slowly moves, expanding and clouding all military units....they get filled with same mental image, given instructions silently from their mute captain. Show them how move, united and support their individual teams, their fish groups.<br><br>The mist fades, but mental image and sense of harmony is there and Yolhu starts move with tunnel where crab team 2 will be going. Verdant and Usha in team two, while himself and Nara go with team two. So both groups have potent members part of it to make balance be good in numbers and power. As crab teams split to tunnels, the shark teams move to the pool area of the gathering and diving right into water. Their aquatic armors allow them breathe and move in water flawlessly while carrying their own person portable essence cannons. On stun they will not kill but can knock most beings in one shot.<br><br>Yolhu moves ahead of the squad, his anima clearly showing but his eyes keenly observe the beach line as they come out from hidden military tunnel entrance. Running in beach with his sandals, he himself eschewing traditional armor and preferring move 'all natural' as he calls it. Besides he needs every mote of essence for fights and able use martial art charms, he will be key duelist if there are seriously dangerous supernatural foes in shipwrecked crew. Yolhu has to slow down a bit, so his pace matches with his soldiers as he himself is quite athletic and fast on his feet. Faster than his soldiers on the armor on them.<br><br>OOC: I guess shipwrecked crew will spot the crab crews while shark crew tries remain hidden. Anyways Yolhu uses <em>Tactics Mean Everything</em>, spending 7m peripheral to give all units he leads +3 automatic success on any ability rolls during this operation (charm lasts a scene, so lasts quite bit). Not sure would same success work on himself as well. Anyways thanks specialty dice (lead troops personally) he can get 3 automatic than just 2 for this.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>29-05-2018, 05:57:30</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Bosun Handle, Mists of Evensong,” Captain Ramalan called out.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;An old salt and a young beauty hurried up to him, and saluted, Handel answering, “Aye, cap’ain?” and Mists, “Yes master?”&nbsp; &nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“I’m going to scount the area, see if it will be safe to send foragers and carpenters up the beach.&nbsp; Mr. Handel, continue assessing the damages.&nbsp; I want a report of what we need to get back out to sea by the time I get back.&nbsp; Mists, coordinate operations in my name while I’m away.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The other two acknowledged him, the bosun scowling a little about taking orders from a girl but wisely holding his peace.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan turned then to flash a smile to Cynthia, Ren, Talitha, and Xenovia.&nbsp; “Girls, would you care to explore with me a bit?&nbsp; We should see what manner of men or beasts may dwell up the beach before we send out mortal crews to gather water and lumber.”&nbsp; <br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>29-05-2018, 09:09:06</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>"Yes, please!"&nbsp; Xenovia answered cheerfully, obviously excited by the prospect of getting off the boat.&nbsp; "I could use a little exercise after being aboard your ship for so long."&nbsp; She stretched her arms above her head and arched her back, which had the interesting effect of emphasizing her breasts.&nbsp; "Mmmph!&nbsp; Ren, my dear, you want to get off this tub, too, don't you?"<br><br>"Mistress, calling the good captain's vessel a 'tub' seems rather rude," Ren pointed out, giving the captain an apologetic glance.&nbsp; "However, I will agree that the idea of having dry land underneath my feet again does indeed sound appealing."&nbsp; She bowed to the captain respectfully, though not as deep of one as she reserved for Xenovia.&nbsp; "My mistress and I would be glad to join you."<br><br>"Yes, now let's get moving!"&nbsp; Xenovia exclaimed with a great deal of enthusiasm, starting toward the railing nearest the beach, as if intending to simply jump off of the boat.&nbsp; "I'm eager to explore and see just what wonders this place might have to offer~"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>29-05-2018, 09:36:25</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha sighed as she nodded her head to the other two women she had traveled with. Each one was quite different than she was, in their own way. She would see the flames of the morning sun around the blonde haired woman. She was a vibrant one. She mostly carried with him the flame of passion. Her companion seemed more serene. Like water. Each was the opposite of the other, yet both balanced each other perfectly. Then came the Captain. He most certainly was a man of passion. Both of the figurative and literal kind. He disgusted her a bit, though she had to admit there was a certain noble charm to him. She did not however care for his lecherous glances and such. However he was right. "Yet let us see what we have arrived to see." she said walking over to Xenovia and Ren. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>02-06-2018, 13:31:13</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The captain arched a brow.&nbsp; “Xenovia, you speak from thoughtlessness and inexperience.&nbsp; If I did not know this I might be forced to take insult.&nbsp; Fire Orchid is the finest vessel in my fleet.&nbsp; Refer to her by name or I <em>will</em> become cross.”&nbsp; <br><br>*&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;*&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;*<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;With a light bound, Ramalan leaped off the side of the ship and descended five meters to the damp sand bellow.&nbsp; No one blinked an eye at this feat, though sailors were rushing to bring the girls a rope ladder...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He flashed up a grin at the girls above, more than willing and eager to leave Xenlovia's thoughtless moment in the past.&nbsp; “I can catch you if you prefer,” he called up, eyes twinkling.&nbsp; Ramalan rather doubted any of these girls couldn't make the leap with the same ease he did.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>02-06-2018, 18:47:55</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia ignored the captain's response to her "insult" to his ship, stepping up onto the railing and watching as he easily made the leap to the ground below.&nbsp; He seemed eager to leave her "transgression" in the past, however, and she couldn't help but giggle at his offer.<br><br>"My, my, our good captain is such a gentleman," she drawled playfully, causing Ren to sigh from behind her.&nbsp; She turned and grinned at the cat-eared young woman, spreading her arms out wide.&nbsp; "Come on, relax!&nbsp; We're on an adventure, Ren!"&nbsp; She giggled once more.&nbsp; "Learn to have a little fun!"&nbsp; She then fell backwards, towards the waiting captain below.&nbsp; "Oh, save me, my captain~!"&nbsp; She called out dramatically, Ren groaning softly in irritation.<br><br>"That woman is going to be the death of me," she muttered, gathering her skirts and jumping down after her, flashing the knives she had hidden amidst their folds.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>02-06-2018, 21:55:14</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha could only shake her head at the back and fourth between her fellow crewmates and the captain. Though she did notice Xenovia was more than happy to take the Captain up on his offer to catch her. She however had no such intention. As it was such a short drop she simply took a leap off the side of it. Much like she had been taught in the monastery she tucked her body in and flipped through the air before landing on her feet next to the Captain and Xenovia. "I don't think I needed the help but thank you anyway." she said looking around the location itself. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>02-06-2018, 22:19:59</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan grinned as red skirts and yellow tresses flared about overhead.&nbsp; He easily caught the descending solar in his arms.&nbsp; He grinned at her jest, then, looking into her eyes as he still held her, inquired, "Will you reward your savior with a kiss?"&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>02-06-2018, 23:17:20</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia giggled when she landed in Ramalan's arms, grinning from ear to ear as she looked up at him, while Ren landed near by, gazing at the two of them in exasperation.&nbsp; "Oh my," the solar exalted remarked at his request, one hand going to her cheek as she feigned surprise.&nbsp; "Such a bold request from our brave captain."&nbsp; She looked to Ren, who was just giving her the flattest look, as if already tired of her shit.&nbsp; "What do you think, dear Ren?&nbsp; Should I reward my savior?"<br><br>"Even if I said no, you would still do whatever you liked," Ren remarked, accurately painting a picture of Xenovia's character.&nbsp; "So why ask?"<br><br>"Because I value your opinion," Xenovia replied before giving Ramalan a deep, sensual kiss.&nbsp; With tongue.&nbsp; Ren, meanwhile, rolled her eyes and started walking away, not wanting to watch their little display.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>04-06-2018, 06:40:33</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/9/9b/Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg/480px-Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X-jg_0_L8GaDEOMzXQsCJWBjc47AEc0Ge-CdVqc0gqU/edit#)</strong></span><br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">stats and rolls</div><div class="spoiler_body">MDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;6<br>DDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;9<br>PDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 5<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Naked Soak:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Armor Soak:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hardness:<br>13&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bashing:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[stamina]4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8<br>12&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lethal:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[stamina]4/2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8<br>10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Aggravated:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;^&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Health:<br>-0&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>-1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]<br>-2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]<br>-4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>I&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>D&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; <br><br>Willpower 7/8<br><br>Essence<br>Personal 6m<br>Peripheral 22m<br><br>Iris-Bulb Discourse 5m<br>Wind-Carried Words Technique 4m 40,000 feet range/ or 7.6 miles range</div></div>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Verdant Orchid took her place within the folds of Crab Force A, and they began their march on Yolhu's orders. Their march was almost leisurely, as they were to give the others time to position, she directed two scouts forward to gain current information. He had specified that she would be medical support, and losing your medic before the fight was not an optimal outcome. She reviewed the troops surrounding her, their ashigaru armor was clean, professional and ready, each man bore a shield and sword, but marched with their personal essence cannon in hand.<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; As her first scout returned she gained word that the crashed ship had begun securing itself and it appeared that they were sending an exploratory party from the ship. The easy route along the coast would bring them directly to her. She examined their position and gave orders to secure their location, and assemble in rank and file. They would make an impression of ready strength as the ship's forward team rounded the promontory. "Commander Yolhu, they are launching and expeditionary force along the coast to meet us, I have halted our advance in order to split their strength and allow you to meet the ship while I meet their team. We are in the lee of the promontory, west side." Her words were caught in the slightest shimmer of lavender essence then dissipated to be heard by Commander Yolhu himself. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;She ordered a light command tent to be raised out forward of Crab Force A, where she planned to address the newcomers, if addressing them was an option. She stood with her commander, she may be giving orders, but when... if, she had to maintain&nbsp; hope, if the fight started, he would be the one commanding, she would have her hands full in another capacity. As she awaited the exploration force, she posed a beautiful picture in the shrinking shadow of the manse, her radiant violet with it's sharp and crystalline enameling and crown, the surrounding guard of gunzosha commandos posed as her personal guard, then the regimented military force prepped to meet the oncoming group, all standing at the ready in the shadow of the manse. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>04-06-2018, 09:48:56</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan grinned widely at the play between solar and cat girl.&nbsp; He wanted to laugh aloud, but didn't wish to drown out the happy banter.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Then Xenovia's lips joined with his, hungry and happy.&nbsp; Rmalan gave a deep rumble.&nbsp; One hand tangled in yellow tresses, strong and firm.&nbsp; His lips danced with the blond's and his tongue too.&nbsp; He savored his new friend's playful nature, her passion, and even her power.&nbsp; If anyone on his ship could match or surpass his skill at arms, it was Xenovia.&nbsp; Tempting as it was to strive to posses her, this playful embrace had a unique allure.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A few moments after a few of his men—and at least one fo his taya—began to cheer, Ramalan purred and nibbled on the dawn caste's lower lip, then broke the kiss.&nbsp; “Back to work, you!” called up playfully, then set Xenovia down in the sand.&nbsp; “Let's have a look around.”&nbsp; He loosened his daiklaive and his flame piece, then took the lead up the beach.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Passing his escort bireme, he waved over the marines commander and traded quick words about the repair effort, then continued up the beach.&nbsp; As they passed the tide pool where the whirligig was floating, he gave them a wave as well, calling, “Pearl.&nbsp; We're scouting the area to see if it's safe for repair teams to go inland.&nbsp; Care to join us?”&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>04-06-2018, 10:07:15</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu moves with Crab team 1 on other side of the beach, approaching the ship wreck. In the wind though he soon gets information that expedition team has been send out from the ship....but going one side it seems? None the less he cannot reply back but he passed information to his second in command; Nara. He tells her; <em>"We should slow down, go sneakier to get look what's left of the crew in ship wreck and remain hiding while Orchid tries more diplomatic route in her end. If we attack once she starts it may ruin peaceful solution."</em><br><br>Yolhu was man of action but he valued diplomacy as well, but he himself was incapable doing diplomatic expression. Nara is for that but whims of fate decided Orchid be one to greet visitors first. So Yolhu's team and shark teams go more stand by position, stealthily remain hiding and observing. Any moment on sounds of combat they are ready to pounce and swiftly to move aid other crab team while shark teams take over the ship from ocean side. If somehow ship is repaired and about go sail again, it will be shot down. May there be negotiations or not going on. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>04-06-2018, 11:54:02</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia moaned softly into Ramalan's mouth, the good captain proving to be a talented kisser.&nbsp; His fingers threading through her hair, gripping firmly, the hint of pain adding spice to the sensual exchange.&nbsp; She was definitely glad to have played along with his game, purring as he nibbled her lower lip.&nbsp; "Well, well," she murmured as he called up to his crew, who had been cheering them on moments before.&nbsp; "The good captain is a man of many talents."&nbsp; She licked her lips, smoothing her skirt once her feet were back on solid ground.&nbsp; "Yes, let's see what there is to see."&nbsp; She followed closely, curious as to what they would find.<br><br>Ren, meanwhile, was keeping a careful watch on their surroundings.&nbsp; Part maid, part spy, part bodyguard, she was currently scouting out the immediate vicinity, checking for any hidden dangers that might exist while her charge swapped spit with Ramalan.&nbsp; Once they were finished she fell into step with Xenovia, hands down by her sides, seemingly relaxed, while in reality ready to react the moment something were to threaten the safety of the woman she'd sworn to serve and protect.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Idej</strong> on <strong>09-06-2018, 06:28:06</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/kre0u6L.png)</div><strong>Cynthia Patricia Athamastus</strong><br><br>Cynthia observes Ramalan's interaction as she smiles at the crew being lighthearted in spite of what was going on around them.&nbsp; She herself knew that this was a destination that was intended for them to go to.&nbsp; Yet she also knew Ramalan didn't exactly know that she knew.&nbsp; She kept most of her private life well...private.&nbsp; It wasn't because she didn't trust Ramalan with it all, it's just it was information that could easily be forgotten due to her master's current state of affairs.<br><br>After ensuring that everything was set to go she herself jumped down and followed suit with Ramalan, "Captain, I think it may be wise if we go guard the fore and aft of our group as we are the strongest of our forces.&nbsp; If we are to get ambushed they will contend with us first before dealing with our, less suited, but equally talented crew."<br><br>Her words were very much a silken honey as she spoke to Ramalan while her bluegreen eyes shine brightly at him.&nbsp; She held her daiklave in hand while they were going inland, ever ready and cautious of what was out and about.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>09-06-2018, 17:47:06</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;While waiting for Pearl, Ramalan chuckled softly and clapped the redhead on the shoulder.&nbsp; "Everyone in this group has my upmost confidence in their abilities in a fight, Cynthia, be it against mortal savages or the worst horrors of the Wyld."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>If there's anyone I should keep close, it's Cynthia...&nbsp; And Pearl...&nbsp; No, I meant what I said.</em>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>09-06-2018, 20:20:43</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br><br>Pearl looked back to her closest members of her crew and they nodded to her and made waving gestures telling her to go. Pearl Smiled and turned back to Ramalan "Sure I will accompany you never know when you might need someone&nbsp; with some&nbsp; skill in the occult on&nbsp; this expedition.&nbsp; Pearl deftly climbed down a rope and&nbsp; made her way swiftly to the landing party gathered around Ramalan.<br><br>Pearl turned to each of those gathered "Glad to see each of you fared through&nbsp; this debacle unharmed!" she smiled brightly!
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>10-06-2018, 04:23:14</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>While Ren focused on keeping an eye out for any threats, Xenovia hummed to herself, presenting a rather carefree attitude as she circled the group.&nbsp; In reality she was just as alert as her feline companion, eyes casually scanning the landscape for anything out of the ordinary... and they spotted something, surprisingly enough.&nbsp; A distant rock outcropping... flickers... to reveal a tower, or perhaps the side of a building. After a second or two there is another flicker and the rock face is back.&nbsp; Interesting.&nbsp; She didn't make a big deal of it, circling around Ren, who froze up as she breathed a hot puff of air into one sensitive, fluffy ear to get the maid's attention, before she filled her in on what she saw.&nbsp; The maid smacked Xenovia's arm, drawing a chuckle from the Solar, who then moved on to rejoin the captain once more.<br><br>"Captaaain," she whined, putting on an air of being a spoiled brat as she practically hung herself off of him, arms around his neck.&nbsp; "I'm booored!"&nbsp; She smiled up at him, her next words spoken in the barest of whispers.&nbsp; "Don't react, but there's something in the rocks over there."&nbsp; Her gaze flicked to where she'd seen the distortion.&nbsp; "Some sort of... illusion is hiding a building of some sort."&nbsp; She pouted in an effort to keep up appearances.&nbsp; "Play along."&nbsp; She then returned to speaking as she had before.&nbsp; "Play with me?"&nbsp; She asked sweetly, giving him a saucy wink.&nbsp; "It'll be lots of fun~"<br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Xenovia Performance: Acting roll</div><div class="spoiler_body">Honestly not sure what this should be paired with, so I'll do one with Charisma, the other with Manipulation.<br>At 2018-06-09 21:18:51, Crensler (uid: 63766) rolls: 9d10 tn1: 7 tn2: 10 Result: 4 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=121129)<br>At 2018-06-09 21:19:37, Crensler (uid: 63766) rolls: 7d10 tn1: 7 tn2: 10 Result: 2 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=121130)</div></div><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Ren's Awareness roll</div><div class="spoiler_body">Basically just for anything else of importance, like hidden threats or any more of those... flickers.<br>At 2018-06-09 21:21:28, Crensler (uid: 63766) rolls: 5d10 tn1: 7 tn2: 10 Result: 6 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=121131)</div></div><br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>13-06-2018, 05:51:27</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan flashed Pearl a smile.&nbsp; “We got lucky.&nbsp; You washed over sharp rocks to get into that tide pool.&nbsp; I'm guessing your ship's magical engine saved you?”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He started walking with the others, staying relaxed himself, though his eyes spent a lot more time wandering the surroundings than the bodies of his companions. <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Then Xenovia was in his arms, and her breath hot over his ear.&nbsp; Ramalan laugh a little and took a step after the blond girl.&nbsp; “What game shall we play?”&nbsp; <br><br><em>This is getting interesting!</em><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>13-06-2018, 05:57:19</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia grinned at his response, pleased that he was playing along so well.&nbsp; She then took a step back, reached up to lightly poke his nose, and took off running for where she'd seen the illusion flicker.&nbsp; "Tag, you're it!"&nbsp; She exclaimed, giggling like a little girl as she ran.<br><br>Ren, meanwhile, smothered the urge to groan, and stayed on the alert.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>13-06-2018, 06:17:10</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan laughed and chased after.&nbsp; It the absurdity of the situation made it easy to pretend he was laughing for different reasons.&nbsp; His jacket was buckled shut and his daikalive ready over one shoulder.&nbsp; There was a brace of fine flame piece easily available under the jackets.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Let's see what's really here.</em>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Idej</strong> on <strong>13-06-2018, 15:32:31</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/kre0u6L.png)</div><strong>Cynthia Patricia Athamastus</strong><br><br>The Eclipse Caste Solar nodded at the response Ramalan made and shrugged a bit, but smiled as she walked with them all.<br><br>"Understood, just want everyone safe, we don't exactly know what is going on."<br><br>She treaded lightly and cautiously as she observed his crew/harem do their antics.&nbsp; She smiled softly at the fun as she looked back to Ramalan, "Fun and games even here Captain?"<br><br>She laughed as her sense of adventure made her eagerto get a move on
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>14-06-2018, 22:16:29</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/fc/Beautiful-girl-pink-silk-clothes-jewelry-sword-in-hand-Asia-Oriental-fantasy-art-Wallpaper-for-Desktop-915x515_%281%29.png)</div><strong>Usha, Radiant Daughter of Umari Thousand Hands</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zE6BPyZ5ICcFPKm8A1zm4B1RauyP4opl3emVESMQTME/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Twenty yards from the outcropping a command tent has been erected, Verdant Orchid and her guard Usha, will be here. A large flat piece of talus, will be nestled in the sand before the tent, a table of sorts. Ten yards away beyond the tent will be Crab Team 1, their essence cannons primed and aimed skyward as they stand in formation, ready for orders. <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Usha was a chocolate haired girl with a heart shaped face.&nbsp; She wore a form fitted lamelar power armor with a sunburst on the back and another bellow the breasts.&nbsp; She stood with her helmet under her left arm, at Orchid's right side.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>15-06-2018, 19:50:13</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/9/9b/Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg/480px-Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X-jg_0_L8GaDEOMzXQsCJWBjc47AEc0Ge-CdVqc0gqU/edit#)</strong></span><br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">stats and rolls</div><div class="spoiler_body">MDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;6<br>DDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;9<br>PDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 5<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Naked Soak:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Armor Soak:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hardness:<br>13&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bashing:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[stamina]4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8<br>12&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lethal:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[stamina]4/2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8<br>10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Aggravated:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;^&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Health:<br>-0&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>-1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]<br>-2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]<br>-4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>I&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>D&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; <br><br>Willpower 7/8<br><br>Essence<br>Personal 6m<br>Peripheral 22m<br><br>Iris-Bulb Discourse 5m<br></div></div><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Verdant Orchid strolled peacefully through the effluvium of iris and orchid pollen as she circles the stone they had shifted for a table. Foot-wide Iris blooms blossomed and sprouted around her feet as she paced off the stone's width, though they exploded in a puff of purple essence. Her guard stood still, but Orchid shifted, her bow and windblade crossing her exposed shoulder blades even as the orchid enameled armor encased her torso and midriff while showcasing her neck and cleavage. Reflected shimmers from the ocean dance within her tiara as the archer observed their camp and meeting place. A quick last glance to confirm proper formation as the first hint of approaching laughter crests the promontory. She turns on her heels, facing, in military crispness, the expeditionary force. Making eye-contact with the leading members of the coming force, she gives a curt nod of acknowledged existence and awaits their opening statements. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>20-06-2018, 05:58:38</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia giggled to herself as she ran, acting very much like a carefree child, dancing her way across the sand with the good captain having given chase.&nbsp; In reality she was essentially acting as the scout for their little expedition, leading them towards the flickering image she had seen, and, as her luck would have it, she stumbled across something quite interesting when she rounded the next rock formation.&nbsp; She gracefully came to a stop, taking in the sight before her, immediately on guard.&nbsp; However, her outward demeanor would reflect that same, carefree spirit, and she would smile brightly.&nbsp; <br><br>"Oh my," she intoned, one hand rising to her cheek as her gaze traveled over those gathered before her.&nbsp; "Such a grand welcome for me?"&nbsp; She giggled, the sound childish, bell-like, and gave an exaggerated curtsy.&nbsp; "I am truly honored that you would go to such trouble on my account, whoever you are."&nbsp; She flashed them her most brilliant smile, fluttering her eyelashes demurely, everything about her outward expressiveness presenting the Solar as the exact opposite of a threat.&nbsp; Meanwhile she was ready to draw Echoes of Ash from the ether at a moment's notice, more than capable of clearing the distance between herself and whoever these people were before they could bring those fancy firewands of theirs into firing position.&nbsp; After that?&nbsp; Well, good as she was, they were all in power armor, if she wasn't mistaken, and outnumbered her on top of it all as well.&nbsp; "Allow me to introduce myself."&nbsp; Her smile turned into a wicked grin.&nbsp; "I am Xenovia; patron of the arts, connoisseur of beauty in all its forms, and passionate lover extraordinaire!"&nbsp; She blew the two women a kiss.&nbsp; "And it is an absolute pleasure to meet such fine young women as yourselves, I assure you~"<br><br>Rin, meanwhile, had her back pressed against the same rock Xenovia had just appeared from behind, ears flattened against her hair as she readied herself to spring into action should her mistress require aid.&nbsp; The Solar's antics aside, she could be quite distracting when she wished to be, and she was more than happy to take advantage of this fact should the need arise.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>23-06-2018, 05:49:15</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan held back just a moment at the actress antics before breaking into a playful jog once again.&nbsp; "What have you found, little love?"&nbsp; The tall man's eyes widened.&nbsp; He stopped beside Xenovia with a cocky grin on his face.&nbsp; Despite the clearly formidable nature of the people before him, his eyes took a cheerful wander over the bodies of the two girls come to the front to greet them.&nbsp; "Good morning to you, neighbors.&nbsp; We didn't know this island was inhabited or I would have sounded a horn once the storm dropped off enough that it could be heard.&nbsp; My name is Ramalan, captain of the Fire Orchid."&nbsp; Anyone who might be too easily fooled by Ramalan's flirtatiously foolish demeanor might notice the rather long and heavy slashing sword sheathed at his side...&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>24-06-2018, 00:20:57</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br><br>Thoughtful Pearl&nbsp; of the Nine Tides walked up casually and slowly with a grin on her face. She kept her hands in clear sight&nbsp; to not&nbsp; startle&nbsp; her&nbsp; hosts. "Hello and greetings sorry&nbsp; to&nbsp; stumble upon your island, as soon as&nbsp; our ships are repaired&nbsp; we will&nbsp; be on our&nbsp; way."&nbsp; the&nbsp; blue skinned&nbsp; god blooded was calm and collected as she spoke waited for&nbsp; the hosts to speak or&nbsp; &nbsp;take action.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>24-06-2018, 05:43:55</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/9/9b/Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg/480px-Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X-jg_0_L8GaDEOMzXQsCJWBjc47AEc0Ge-CdVqc0gqU/edit#)</strong></span><br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">stats and rolls</div><div class="spoiler_body">MDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;6<br>DDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;9<br>PDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 5<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Naked Soak:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Armor Soak:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hardness:<br>13&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bashing:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[stamina]4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8<br>12&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lethal:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[stamina]4/2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8<br>10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Aggravated:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;^&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Health:<br>-0&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>-1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]<br>-2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]<br>-4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>I&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>D&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; <br><br>Willpower 7/8<br><br>Essence<br>Personal 6m<br>Peripheral 18m<br><br>Walker-Among-Irises Perception 4m<br>Iris-Bulb Discourse 5m<br></div></div><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Verdant Orchid held an aloof and professional demeanor as the party introduced and greeted her. "Captain Ramalan, Xenovia, assembled guests." She greeted them in crisp response, "I am Verdant Orchid, Underwife of Umari, lord of this island and your humble host. I offer aid as we can, first medicinal as needed. All are invited to repose within while you captain, dine with his lordship and an assessment of what assistance we can provide is made or what customs should be appropriate. Have you medical need, personal or for crew or cargo?" She meant to delegate her intent and protocols efficiently, all business, and to be kept serious. Her words, though not scripted, were not to be derailed. Leadership, and followed, but a young commander if she was. More likely she held clout by relation, especially since no military title was offered. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>26-06-2018, 12:27:22</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha had been wandering and staying close to the Captain as he seemed to be a bit carefree. She saw the group approaching and was waiting for things just in case they got hot. She watched what appeared to be dragon blooded appear, each of them brandishing a nt very nice weapon. She adopted a defensive stance, not a hostile one, just defensive so in case it might prove she would need to leap to her commander's defense she would be ready. It was just how she was. A bit of a pragmatist and such. Still she was redy go at a moment's notice so that was how it went.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>28-06-2018, 05:03:07</strong>
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				<div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Kaname</div><div class="spoiler_body"><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e9/Devushki-s-hvostikom-golie.jpg)</div><strong>Kaname</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GN6juXTWgYsagnG-pCSTX7k-PvDDHCV3c9hwMnJVO_w/edit)<br></div></div><br><strong>Back at the Ship</strong><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Kaname gave a slow moan.&nbsp; The god blooded girl—nude save for an expensive collar—slipped out of her bed for the fifth time.&nbsp; She gave a few long stretches, before contemplating slipping back under the covers.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Looking out the window of the captain's cabin, she gave a soft mewling sigh.&nbsp; “Storm's over, sea sickness is gone, and I'm still down here...”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She gave a sigh.&nbsp; “Master would want me safe...”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She gave a little groan and shook her head.&nbsp; Master hadn't actually said she needed to stay down bellow...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The fox-featured girl found herself grinning wickedly.&nbsp; She donned a bikini bottom, an short skirt, a pair of breast bands, and a belt of handy items—mostly knives and dice, but also a tinder box, flask of rum, and another of clean water.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Slipping quietly out of the captain's cabin, she padded down the hall to Cynthia's cabin.&nbsp; Slipping inside, she gently touched the girl there on the shoulder.&nbsp; “Psst...&nbsp; Midori.&nbsp; The beach is beautiful out there.&nbsp; Let's go for a swim.”&nbsp; <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>28-06-2018, 05:21:23</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan's brow furrowed.&nbsp; &nbsp;He thought quickly, trying to decide if the ruse of playful fool would serve him well.&nbsp; The implication that they were not exactly given a choice to refuse this welcome was not lost on him.&nbsp; <em>I don't think they need to know i have another bireme out there just yet.</em><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“The storm was hard, but my men and maids came through without injury.&nbsp; Thank you for your concern there.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan had learned charms that let him extend his essence to his entire fleet, when they sailed together.&nbsp; Though their ships had taken light damage, it was this—along with their own skill and determination—that had gotten them through the storm.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He then placed his hand upon the sapphire skinned girl's shoulder, “Captain Pearl, were any of your people harmed?”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He leaned in close for a moment, long enough to whisper to pearl, “Find out what they are,” referring to the spirit charm to measure the essence of a being.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Taking Xenovia's arm, he strode up to the two who'd come out to greet them.&nbsp; “I'd be honored to dine with your lord tonight, Verdant Orchid, and I’m certain my crew would appreciate a warm bed.&nbsp; I&nbsp; must, of course, leave a skeleton crew with my ships overnight to ensure they don't take more damage before they can be moved to a proper harbor.”&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>30-06-2018, 14:53:50</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia, already fully invested in her role as the decidedly ditsy arm candy, leaned into Ramalan when he took her by the arm and approached the heavily armed and armored welcoming committee, smiling a big, bright, empty smile all the while.&nbsp; The implied lack of options given by this Verdant Orchid, who, disappointingly, was married, was certainly interesting.&nbsp; She didn't see much reason to argue with them at the present time and there was certainly a chance of escape later, if they needed to escape at least, especially if she knew her cute little maid like she thought she did.<br><br>"It will be an honor indeed to dine with such esteemed hosts," she said, letting her gaze rake over Orchid's body shamelessly, happy to keep up appearances, and appreciate the female form at the same time.&nbsp; "It will also be nice to sleep on a bed again, rather than a cot."<br><br>Meanwhile, Ren decided to make herself scarce, intent on tracking the party once they made to depart.<br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Stealth roll for Ren</div><div class="spoiler_body">At 2018-06-30 07:51:57, Crensler (uid: 63766) rolls: 10d10 tn1: 7 tn2: 10 Result: 6 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=122251)</div></div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>30-06-2018, 15:44:50</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/9/9b/Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg/480px-Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X-jg_0_L8GaDEOMzXQsCJWBjc47AEc0Ge-CdVqc0gqU/edit#)</strong></span><br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">stats and rolls</div><div class="spoiler_body">MDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;6<br>DDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;9<br>PDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 5<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Naked Soak:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Armor Soak:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hardness:<br>13&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bashing:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[stamina]4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8<br>12&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lethal:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[stamina]4/2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8<br>10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Aggravated:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;^&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Health:<br>-0&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>-1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]<br>-2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]<br>-4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>I&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>D&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; <br><br>Willpower 7/8<br><br>Essence<br>Personal 6m<br>Peripheral 22m<br><br>Iris-Bulb Discourse 5m<br>Wind-Carried Words Technique 4m 40,000 feet range/ or 7.6 miles range<br><br>Perc+Awareness not taking into account positioning. <br>&nbsp;6d10 <br>2,7,2,10,9,4= 4 successes<br><br>If I do beat her stealth check, it may be the errant tumbling of a rock, the sound of fabric across stone, a startled gull, I don't have to see her to know someone is there. And that goes for any success that doesn't have line of sight.</div></div><br>Orchid raised her chin as the captain placed conditions on her orders. "I am sorry, that is unacceptable. ALL will come ashore, this is to assure medical safety of all. You must understand, after a fever from a distant land struck our community, we cannot permit it to go undiagnosed. Though your skeleton crew may stay within eye-shot of the craft as we, accompanied by yourself or your single representative clear the craft as having followed our harbor rules. Please do not push this matter, I take this task personal after burying a sister after such an event." Her words held a finality that resembled a judge passing a death sentence. She would enforce this decree. "You have crossed our reef, through no intent of your own that is clear, yet now we must be clear of any threat you may pose, and medical is the greatest threat a friend can inadvertently pose." Her shoulders had squared, and her hair had begun shifting from its healthy brown to a dark orchid. Even her footing had shifted to a more stable, combat ready stance, though she hadn't allowed her arms to so much as twitch for a weapon. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Idej</strong> on <strong>01-07-2018, 05:23:35</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/w0QmqTU.jpg)</div><strong>Midori - Familiar of Cynthia</strong><br><br>Midori was slouched on the bed, curled up like she would normally would have done before she was elevated to becoming a Spirit due in part of Cynthia's Master teaching her the secrets of elevating close animal companions into deities themselves.&nbsp; While she didn't have the potential to rise to the levels of Cynthia, she was still very grateful in the newfound gifts she had received.&nbsp; It was hard to stay aboard the ship as she was used to following Cynthia everywhere, but this time the Solar wanted her close friend to stay with the ship.<br><br>She was pouting as she waited for news, that was when Kaname came in and asked if she wanted to go out.<br><br>"Well, we could, I suppose," she said with a smile as she clambered up to her feet and put on her typical attire.&nbsp; With that she gleefully followed the god-blooded mortal out to the beach.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Idej</strong> on <strong>01-07-2018, 16:44:31</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/YX2WKmx.jpg)</div><strong>Cynthia Patricia Athamastus</strong><br><br>The Solar smiled of enthusiasm, as she let Ramalan speak a bit more before she sent her weapon back to Elsewhere.<br><br>"It would indeed be an honor to dine with your lord," she smiled cheerfully as she kept a close eye on everhthing, she was cautious but knew this was all part of her master's and her own plans of ensuring Creation can stand on their own.<br><br>With that she offered a curtsy, "Cynthia Athamastus, cordial partner of the Captain."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>07-07-2018, 01:28:47</strong>
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				Ren had chosen her moment well to disappear, and no alarm was raised by her actions ... or at least none she would be aware of.<br><br>The vanishing of Cynthia's weapon would cause a stir amongst the troops who were in a position to see it, though military discipline prevented any notable outburst.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>07-07-2018, 09:30:42</strong>
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				<div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Kaname</div><div class="spoiler_body"><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e9/Devushki-s-hvostikom-golie.jpg)</div><strong>Kaname</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GN6juXTWgYsagnG-pCSTX7k-PvDDHCV3c9hwMnJVO_w/edit)<br></div></div><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Slipping away from Fire Orchid without seeming to be noticed, Kaname and Midori headed around the cove, to a stretch of beach out of sight form all three ships.&nbsp; Little did they realize they were within a few dozen feet of Yolhu's hiding place.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Were the two girls slaves?&nbsp; One girl wore an ornamnetla collar, a halter top of and short skirt dangling coins.&nbsp; She was fair skinned with long, flowing molten copper hair.&nbsp; She had furry triangular ears and a great bottlebrush tail like a fox, but was otherwise human enough.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;But...&nbsp; If she was a slave, why the brace of throwing daggers on her belt? The foxy girl was petite with a tight body, silky skin, and big, glorous bosom.&nbsp; Her companion was over a foot aller--head and shoulders taller than most men.&nbsp; Clearly she was a beastman--a tiger girl to be specific, with downy white fur and black stripes.&nbsp; She wore a crimson collar, anklets, bracelets, and a tiny bikni bottom.&nbsp; Her big, high breasts were gloriously perky and proud.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The smaller girl found a beautiful smile splitting her lips at the sight of the water.&nbsp; "Oh!" She sing songed, spinnign to hug the gyno-cat.&nbsp; "What a perfectly beautiful lagoon!&nbsp; Let's go for a swim?"&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The fox girl broke away from her companion and ran down towards the water, dropping her clothing as she went.&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Idej</strong> on <strong>07-07-2018, 09:37:36</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/w0QmqTU.jpg)</div><strong>Midori - Familiar of Cynthia</strong><br><br>Midori walked with Kaname as she smiled at the chipper godblood.&nbsp; The Spirit kept herself materialized, to make life easier on everyone else as she kept herself close to her mistress as close as she could.&nbsp; The water and beach felt good as she trodded along carelessly.<br><br>She giggled and with a wordless smile, slipped out of the little clothing she wore and dove in with her.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>07-07-2018, 09:44:02</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;For a long moment, Ramalan frowned, but between the girls expressed desires and his own curiosity, he decided it was by far the most interesting thing to play along.&nbsp; "Your concern for the health of your people is touching, my good Orchid.&nbsp; I will bring my men for your physicians.&nbsp; I must say on behalf of my crew that we look forwards to your hospitality."&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>07-07-2018, 14:04:26</strong>
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				"My crew will be made ready for your&nbsp; physician's inspection Verdant Orchid, That is a ver prudent course of action I would likely do the same inviting&nbsp; people on board ship. Disease in small quarters like on a ship can be devastating. My Condolences to your and your family for there loss."<br><br>She gave a cursory glance around&nbsp; &nbsp;and had taken a deep breath at those gathered around her, Still appearing very calm and relaxed. <br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Activating Measure the wind</div><div class="spoiler_body">Wits + perception roll:<br>Roll Result: Marie Reynolds rolled: 6d10<br>Comment: <br>Result: 10, 5, 7, 5, 10, 4,<br><br>MEASURE THE WIND<br>Cost: 1m; Mins: Essence 1; Type: Reflexive<br>Keywords: Combo-OK<br>Duration: Instant<br>This Charm determines the Essence trait of all<br>living creatures within a number of yards equal to<br>the spirit’s Willpower. This Charm also allows for<br>a (Wits + Perception) roll to find hidden creatures<br>within this range, and the difficulty of this roll is reduced<br>by 2. This Charm recognizes what type of being<br>each creature is—Exalt, spirit, ghost, etc. Finally,<br>the Charm detects whether any creature the spirit<br>examines is capable of killing a god permanently, as<br>with Ghost-Eating Technique.</div></div>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>08-07-2018, 22:42:42</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia listened to the exchange, keeping the bright, empty smile on her face, posing as merely a piece of arm decoration for the time being.&nbsp; She'd found that she heard and saw much that people otherwise wouldn't reveal when she played the part of the witless beauty, like she were an accessory rather than a person.&nbsp; And, honestly, she was fine with being underestimated.&nbsp; It made the reveal of her true nature all the sweeter.<br><br>Ren, meanwhile, was waiting to shadow the group, intent on gathering information of their supposed hosts once they all arrived at whatever destination they had in mind.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>21-07-2018, 19:02:17</strong>
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				The decision made, the group left the beach and walked towards the Manse itself, leaving behind those soldiers who would monitor the ships until further orders were given. <br><br>To any eye that could not see such things, the island appeared little more than bare rock and a low vegetation, nothing that was worth much in the way of investigation. The spell that covered it was subtle, clouding the eye and the mind alike.<br><br><em>Nothing to see</em> it whispered. <em>Nothing worth looking at. Move along. Pass by. It is not worth your time. <br><br><strong>Forget about it.</strong></em><br><br>A section of rock wall shimmered as the inhabitants of the Manse led their guests through it, into what was most definitely not a natural cave. The walls were worked stone, a solid doorway now visible behind them. Softly glowing lights embedded in the ceiling illuminated the hallway, though perhaps a third of their number were dark, and as many more dim.<br><br>Closed doorways were passed, turns taken, before the mariners were escorted into a room that was set up with a table, some chairs and some low cots with blankets folded on them. A pitcher of water sat on the table, alongside half a dozen plain mugs.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>21-07-2018, 19:39:20</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu remains stand by until he receives confirmation the negotiations have successfully moved to indoors, he leaves command to his second in command as he himself makes swift departure to follow the group to indoors. He is familiar with beach terrain, dozens of times have trained himself there in acrobatics and thanks his martial art style he leaps and moves like mountain gazelle in the ocean rocks, moving behind rocks to remain unseen by the beach and the crew on the ships. Simple command given to the crab and shark crews is to keep any vessels leaving the beach and stop anyone leaving the island, non-lethal means and lethal if given serious deadly resistance from the crew.<br><br>As he leaps in the rocks, <div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">His keen special senses</div><div class="spoiler_body">Echo location + 3 auto suxs from tactis means everything + 3 success (perception+awareness) (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=123135)</div></div> detect a female shape hiding, lurking, in the rocks near where group is moving to indoor areas. He leaps and gracefully lands behind the female figure, locating her with purely sound of the ocean waves echoing from her form and not even need able see her before he leaped blindly behind her location, which he could figure out safe landing with echo location.<br><br>Ren would had sensed air suddenly growing hotter and moister....making her clothes cling tighter on her body as fabric got slowly increasingly wet with increased moisture in air and notice mist....steam.....starting creep into area where she is hiding. Then hear faint thud behind her, along with rush of air and steam which would briefly flare up her skirt as rush of tide of mist would cloud the area. She could look behind to see steam clouded figure and pair of sharp blue eyes looking directly on hers from regal handsome face. The mist comes from him and seems not bother him, besides general form the mist occasion takes form of swimming fish around him, similar to koi fish in shape. The man would be in low crouch, martial ready stance to move and act swiftly but his hands were no close to handles of his swords, daiklaves. The man would just silently look into her eyes, then look to group with Xenovia with others and soldiers who are moving inside to the hallway and then back at her, making simple gesture with his hand to point her to join the others. Albeit the hot steam makes her dress slowly overtime transparent, especially on her bust area with white cloth, his eyes do not divert away to stare her femine charms and instead focus on her eyes. His eyes and mannerism display a soldier's efficiency and dutiful attitude. Albeit eerily silent and also considering he is source of mist, means either elemental or dragon-blood ancestry, aspected to water.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>24-07-2018, 21:03:52</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div>Ren kept herself hidden in the shadows of the rocks, intent on following the the group from a safe distance so she could keep an eye on Xenovia.&nbsp; Then something odd began to happen.&nbsp; The area in which she had hidden herself began to grow steadily warmer, with steam filling the air and gradually soaking through her clothing, making the white portions of it practically sheer, as she became aware that she was no longer alone.&nbsp; She would turn slowly, not making any sudden movements, until she faced whoever it was had found her.&nbsp; No one in the landing party, certainly, and therefor likely one of the soldiers under the employ of their supposed host.&nbsp; She'd been caught, humiliated, and now she was unable to serve as Xenovia's eyes and bodyguard to the best of her abilities.&nbsp; At least he wasn't ogling her like the captain surely would if she were to join the group.&nbsp; Honestly, the god-blooded was tempted to punch him in the face for embarrassing her this way, but that would only be counterproductive at this point.<br><br>"I'll have you know that this warrants reprisal at a later date," Ren informed the stoic man quietly, tugging at the now sodden mess that was her dress for emphasis.&nbsp; "I suggest, in the future, that you refrain from soaking any female targets to the bone if you wish a peaceful resolution from them in the future, especially if they wear white."&nbsp; She would then turn, tail flicking in a show of agitation, and marched out to join the others, ignoring any stares she would garner in the process.<br><br>Xenovia fought the urge to frown as she noticed Ren rejoining them, keeping up the facade of the clueless arm decoration for the good captain for the time being, though she noted the way her servant's tail swished behind her in agitation and the way her clothes clung to her body in quite a fetching way.&nbsp; "Oh, Ren, how good of you to join us," she said cheerfully instead, smiling at her servant warmly.&nbsp; "Did you take care of whatever business that drew you away earlier?"<br><br><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>"Yes," Ren bit out in response, not speaking further.&nbsp; Oh, goodness, she was angry.&nbsp; Very angry.&nbsp; Whoever had discovered her would need to sleep with one eye open for awhile.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>24-07-2018, 22:44:21</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu kept gaze steady, despite potential lovely temptation for a glance, he kept his eyes on hers as he sensed danger from her. The manner how she calmly turned look him told she was more than maid what her attire otherwise would indicate. Also manner how she was hiding. So on her threat for reprisal he merely curtly nods. As she leaps down he leaps after her, few feet away behind her. As Ren joins, she notices the soldiers give room for the man....and brief salutes? Man making simple nod of recognition, no word nor sound have come from him. But in keen eyes men's behavior towards him are respectful....not a fellow soldier anyway, higher ranked possibly.<br><br>None the less so far nameless man holds the rear of the group as they are brought indoors into the rooms which were readied for them. Take position besides the door as he silently stands. Steam continued come off him but slowly overtime it calms and fades away slowly.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>25-07-2018, 14:04:14</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Things seemed to be getting interesting around the group now. Xenovia's spy was caught and wow that looked pretty interesting indeed. Oh well she was here as a bodyguard for the playboy the blonde haired woman was hanging off of. Still she gave a curt nod to the MAN IN THE FISH GEAR acknowledging his presence among their little group. It seemed that this island wasn't exactly as uninhabited as had originally been thought. She would need to be on extra guard. So that in mind she moved to Ren other side so as to provide him more protection in case people got hostile with them. She was making it KNOWN TO THE OTHERS SHE WAS THERE TO PROTECT REN. While he might have hired her as a bodyguard for her skills she also knew he had hired her for her looks as well. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>29-07-2018, 19:26:02</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/9/9b/Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg/480px-Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X-jg_0_L8GaDEOMzXQsCJWBjc47AEc0Ge-CdVqc0gqU/edit#)</strong></span><br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">stats and rolls</div><div class="spoiler_body">MDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;6<br>DDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;9<br>PDV&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 5<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Naked Soak:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Armor Soak:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hardness:<br>13&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bashing:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[stamina]4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;9&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8<br>12&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lethal:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[stamina]4/2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;8<br>10&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Aggravated:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;0&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;^&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>Health:<br>-0&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>-1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]<br>-2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]<br>-4&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>I&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]<br>D&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;[_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; [_]&nbsp; <br><br>Willpower 7/8<br><br>Essence<br>Personal 6m<br>Peripheral 22m<br><br>Iris-Bulb Discourse 5m<br>Performance Roll App+Perf to conceal her blush at seeing Ren<br>6d10<br>3,7,10,1,1,1<br>3 successes<br></div></div>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Verdant Orchid led the way as the processional began to clear the beach, the illusion working for her as well as the others, though as a native and knowing it for what it was, she did find it a bit easier than most to ignore the suggestions. As Kolhu brought the sodden maid from the rocks, Verdant did not portray any definitive notice, as though the act was expected. It was easy to conceal ones own thoughts within the bearing of the soldier, they were not supposed to have thoughts. <div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">3 successes</div><div class="spoiler_body">Discretely though, a purpling blush can be seen creeping up behind her ears as the sheer nature of the dress offers a bit more than a modest glance.</div></div> Things were looking up. They were social enough to talk, intelligent enough to bide their time, confident enough to enter her camp under at least the pretense of peace, and crafty enough to try to leave proper support behind. If this all worked out, they could make very valuable members. If not... well, they would not be the first. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Stepping aside she directed those following her to a series of benches, military processing, able to seat around forty, with a small table surrounded by chairs for eight at the front. "Captain, if you will take a seat with your staff how you will. I do ask that you place your weapons on the table as they will not be needed in the wellness check. I and my staff will review your health while you have refreshments for a few moments. This will allow us to return to your ships, undergo your health inspection and complete the wellness check with your crew. Please forgive the militaristic coldness of the interview, but I find that their objective is expedience. It is the bureaucrat who causes delays." With a wave, she directs the M*A*S*H* unit forward taking liaison duty between their guests and their hosts. Another wave brought fresh water, bread, cheese and sliced vegetables for the table, to be dispersed as the Captain saw fit. If the guests saw to huddle at the table that would be fine, as three at a time each would be drawn a few feet away for their in-full-view inspection. A curtain would be offered for modesty's sake, or a private room to the side. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>10-08-2018, 00:37:38</strong>
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				When the medical tests were completed, and the ship's crew given a chance to refresh themselves they were brought to one of the few rooms in the manse that had been set aside for entertaining guests, and perhaps the only one that was big enough to accommodate everyone. Large tables and benches lined both walls, leading up to the head table where dignitaries would be seated.<br><br>Indeed, the captain, ships officers, and any similarly important guests were escorted to the head table, where Umari Thousand Hands himself presided, along with several of the ranking Dragonblooded officers of the Manse. The crew was seated in the lower tables, spread out slightly where they would be able to mingle and speak with the inhabitants of the manse as they wished.<br><br>While the Manse was not exactly a culinary paradise, there was a variety of mainly sea-based dishes available, with the guests offered their fill of each dish or drink.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>17-08-2018, 10:27:18</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan frowned subtly when events moved him away from Pearl before he could find out what the god blooded had learned.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;As they moved into the manse, Ramalan said softly, “Fantastic.&nbsp; Something similar hides my shipyards, but not so strong.&nbsp; They mostly rely upon mist for privacy.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan was not so reserved as Yolhu.&nbsp; When the sopping wet Ren joined them, his eyes took a little wander down the silver child's semi-revealed form.&nbsp; He met her eyes—and her anger—with a playfully lecherous grin.&nbsp; “Is this why they keep telling us women and water don't mix?&nbsp; No wonder the Storm Mothers are jealous.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;After passing the health inspection, Ramalan moved to&nbsp; help his crew settle into their quarters.&nbsp; He couldn't immediately locate Kaname, so left Heart's Ablaze to find her and lead her to his bedchamber were they could get settled for the nonce—and start assessing their technology and learning where they were in the process!&nbsp; &nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan commanded Mists of Evensong to attend him at the feast.&nbsp; He also addressed Bosun Handel by the title normally reserved for a first officer—another attempt to play on Western patriarchy to get one of his most trusted people overlooked.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;When they gathered for dinner, the Prophet of Human Potential tried requesting a sushi roll popular on the west coast of the blessed isle by the name used for it High Realm.&nbsp; (The aristocracy of the Blessed Isle used a noticably different language from the common folk.)&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan approached Umari with a gift--”An honor to meet you, Lord of this Isle.”&nbsp; He introduced hisself, then gestured for Mists of Evensong to step up and present a large brown-glass bottom of amber liquid, “Please accept this small token of my esteem, a strong mead from the apiaries at my home.”&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>17-08-2018, 12:24:38</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu overall oversaw the proceedings and as things moved to the big entertainment hall, meant for both officers and entire crew of the newcomers to join in and mingle along with few select members of their society. As means ease them into their future society and home before bomb hits them with news that they cannot leave, at least for decade at least until they earn trust enough not to run away from the manse. Most cases probably never. Yolhu was privileged enough sit on main table with other dragon-blood officers along with key figures and guests.<br><br>He ate calmly his seafood dish until Ramalan ordered in high realm western isle sushi....Yolhu grimaces and briefly holds side of his head. As if sound of crackling inside his mind occurred as the name of the dish create vivid memory of the dish into his mind, he had never seen it before yet he must have been as he can recall what it looks, smells and tastes like.<br><br><em>"Echoes of the past probably."</em><br><br>Over the years Yolhu had experienced several of these headache inducing memory recalls, but they all are fragmented and left more questions than answers to him. So he has given up even analyzing his memories in any detail besides assume he lived in Blessed Isle some manner as most his 'cracks' occur relating that and high realm language. Which he is instinctive level familiar with. He is at best curious but not driven discover who he was before the memory loss, as clearly his new life was in War Manse and feels he is happiest now than he ever was before he thinks. So no reason dig old unwanted bones of the past.<br><hr><div class="floatleft"><strong>Khrui Tinker</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/e5/d6/c9/e5d6c9abc7c09e3c2e438ba616dde04e.jpg)</div><br><strong>"Three grilled squids and two grilled tuna's to table seven!"</strong><br><br>The kitchen working for the entertainment room was busy like beehive, waitresses and several cooks worked together bring meals for large number of people and all are led by dragon-blood chef who oversees the dishes going out and check food is up to standards. Khrui was listed to 'participate' with the event, but he overall dislikes social interactions even regular manse folks and not to mention the new folks! So he cleverly assigned his participation in form of service; he cooks, does not deal people besides waitress who comes deliver him special recipe requests. He does not handle generic dishes but more specialized cases.<br><br>Overall he has left largely alone but suddenly waitress rushes in and says; <strong>"A imperial western sushi dish to one guests!"</strong> Khrui groans.<br><br><em>"Why I had to choose on imperial cuisine course in my studies again? Oh well, better get to work."</em><br><br>Khrui stands straight from his prep table and says; <strong>"Seven minutes!"</strong><br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Khrui starts cooking (5 sux cooking, 3 sux presentation, 7 sux creativity/adaption)</div><div class="spoiler_body">Craft+Int (creativity/adaption, cooking) 7 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=124152)<br>Craft+Dex (presentation, cooking) 3 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=124151)<br>Craft+Wits (cooking itself) 5 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=124150)</div></div>, a creating a true culinary masterpiece by his own opinion (with given resources it's completely loyal and even nicely creative adaption). Albeit not full time master chef he has what it takes to be one as he finishes the garnish and does final decorations on dish, however some damn reason no waitress comes pick up his order! He shouts; <strong>"Hey! Plate is hot so deliver this to guest table!"</strong> But waitresses all have seem....become deaf? No....it's that damn accursed head chef! He could see her smirking and watching Khrui's struggle and not lend hand at all nor command waitress come pick his plate!<br><br>Albeit he hates social interaction, he hates more of quality work going to waste...so he picks cart himself and places dish on it and hurries to the entertainment hall. Navigating through it he reaches to the main table with all higher ups in manse and higher ranked guests there. He calls out on the table; <strong>"Who ordered imperial western sushi dish?"</strong>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-08-2018, 12:47:15</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;At the dining table, a girl aproached Talitha.&nbsp; Her curvacious body was only somewhat obscured bya bikini top and loincloth of saphire silk.&nbsp; A few ribons trailing off of it fluttered softly in an unseen breeze, as did her long, flowing hair.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;At first glance, Talitha might think the girl was a redhead, but as she crossed into brighter light, the young solar could see that it was more a soft, shimmering tapestry of rose and indigo shades she might see in the setting sun.&nbsp; She had a distinctive perfume, too, like the clean air after a summer storm.&nbsp; <br><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Excuse me," the local girl said.&nbsp; "My name is Sanja.&nbsp; Is this seat taken?"&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-08-2018, 15:05:19</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://ih0.redbubble.net/image.368529591.4800/flat,800x800,070,f.u2.jpg)</div><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Nara (Yohlu's Leiutenant)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/13V858sHrhKuR2YuB8lK_v4yhmC9ezX1fq_Yx-ZJk6pQ/edit)<br><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sitting next to Yolhu, Nara reached out to touch the water aspect on the hand.&nbsp; "Are you all right?" she whispered, glancing at him, then over the crowd, then back at Yohlu.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Then she narrowed her eyes and glanced back at towards the high table, saphire eyes meeting hazel.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;After a moment, Ramalan's collared atendent--having allready delivered the mead--dropped her eyes humbly and offered the blond a slight bow.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"That's...&nbsp; curious," Nara whispered.&nbsp; "How did we get the attention of Captain Ramalan's attendent?"&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>21-08-2018, 15:07:59</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha herself had been busy enjoying her meal. To be honest this food wasn't that bad. It was actually really good. Most of her meals in the temple had been simple meals with little in the way of seasonings. So this new food was a bit of a treat for her. Though she was happy to eat it she still ate with the civility she had been taught in the temple. She turned her head when the beautiful girl came to ask her for a seat. She took a moment to think it over. "Yes it's open. You may have a seat if you like." she said to her. The emerald haired beauty did take note of her the woman next to her. She was obviously a dragonblooded, but there was something about the way she carried herself that lent a certain serenity to her. Then again to someone more perceptive one could easily tell the radiant splendor of the flame surrounded Talitha. She wasn't dragon blooded by any means, she was however wreathed in a warm fiery glow. A gentle radiance, like the feeling of the sun in the peak of Summer. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-08-2018, 15:19:44</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Thank you," The buxom girl replied.&nbsp; She settled into the chair, caressing the back of her loincloth against her hips as she sat.&nbsp; Reaching into a small purse, she removed a pair of finely cured and laqured wooden sticks.&nbsp; She held these in one hand and used them to lift a ring of calamari to her lips.&nbsp; "Oh..." she purred. <br>&nbsp;"Wow.&nbsp; must be Khuri's work.&nbsp; Such a beautiful mix of spices, that man is a genius..."&nbsp; She gave a happy sigh as she nibbled a few more calamiri rings.&nbsp; &nbsp;Then she flashed her dimples at the green haried girl.&nbsp; "So what's your name?&nbsp; Do you mind if I ask where your'e from?&nbsp; Oh..." dusty rose lips pursed thoughtfully.&nbsp; "i know I can be anoying with my questoins.&nbsp; We can make it a game if you want?&nbsp; We can trade answers?&nbsp; Not much of a game...&nbsp; I suppose there could be a forfiet if I don't answer..."&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>21-08-2018, 15:30:34</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha found the girl's natural curiosity to be somewhat charming actually. There was an energy to her movements and a vibrancy to her that seemedto strike a chord with Zenith Solar. "I am Talitha Vale. As for where I am from it's from. I come from one of the Northern Provinces. Towards the Empire's borders." she said leaving her with that little nugget in her mind as she took a bite of the fresh calamari. After a bit she looked back at her guest. "Mmm delicious indeed. Your chef must have outdone himself." she said to the purple haired girl.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>21-08-2018, 16:36:57</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu hears Nara's worry and feel her touch his hand, looking her into eyes he shakes his head and makes quick signs with his finger; <em>"Nothing, just fragmented memory surfaced."</em> Nara is well aware Yolhu's occasional headache and suffering surfacing from his memories. Which even best doctors are confused how they got 'shattered' in literal sense as there was no sign of concussion in his head but rather some other element shattered them broken. Yolhu as described the headache similar sensation as if piece of glass is scratching interior surface of his skull; highly unpleasant sensation.<br><br>He notices Nara staring someone.....and then notice the one newly arrivals looking to Nara and make subtle head bow. Hearing Nara's words he signs to palm of her hand; <em>"No idea, you could ask her but right now not the time."</em> Yolhu slowly returns to eat with his own chop sticks the seafood meal, enjoy it as he did before but eyes Ramaran and his companions, to see how their lord takes the offered gifts.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>21-08-2018, 18:03:41</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><br><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Ren gave Ramalan the most scathing glare she could muster, ears folded back and tail lashing behind her, while Xenovia gently rubbed her back in an effort to calm her.<br><br>"Careful, captain," Xenovia cautioned in that light tone, while her eyes stared shamelessly down Ren's cleavage from the vantage given her by her superior height.&nbsp; "My sweet little Ren has claws, and she isn't afraid to use them should you anger her too much."&nbsp; Ren turned her nose up, as if saying she wouldn't waste her time, Xenovia's eyes meeting Ramalan's just in time to avoid getting caught.&nbsp; "Now, let's not keep our hosts waiting."<br><br><hr><br>"This is fantastic!"&nbsp; Xenovia cheered like a little girl, eyes wide and sparkling with wonder as she took in everything the mansion had to offer.&nbsp; "I haven't seen such wonderful architecture since my days at the theater!"&nbsp; She honestly meant it, but she also figured their hosts would take it as an insult, which she also intended.&nbsp; They were all but prisoners at this point, so every subtle jab she could land was worth it.&nbsp; And when they reached the banquet, well, she was every bit the well mannered lady she pretended to be, with Ren insisting on tasting each dish first, much to her amusement.&nbsp; If their hosts, see guards, wanted to harm them, they had plenty of time to do so already.&nbsp; Ren, for her part, was enjoying the food.&nbsp; Acting as Xenovia's bodyguard by tasting each dish first was just a fringe benefit of sampling everything before making her own choice.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>22-08-2018, 05:50:01</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Oh, you're from the Blessed Isle?" Sanja inquired, excited but nervous.&nbsp; For a moment she hesitated, burying her hesitation in a few bites of seaweed salad. <br>&nbsp; Then she couldn't hold it back anymore.&nbsp; "Have you been to Mount Meru?&nbsp; There was once a great city there.&nbsp; I think it may have been destroyed, but i'd very much love to see it."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>22-08-2018, 08:25:05</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Listened to Sanja's questions asking her about the Blessed Isles and such. "No I have not been to the Isles persay. There was a temple near where I grew up and I joined them." she said clarifying for her. "As or Mount Meru it is considered sacred to all of those in the...Order." she said. There was something about the way she said that drew attention. Then again the big sword across her back was the sword of her school, but she had since learned new and potentially more powerful techniques from Artisia. Though she did have to wonder about what happened to Sister Amala after helping her escape.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>25-08-2018, 15:57:50</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br><br>Pearl Returned just from her check up with the medical team and&nbsp; &nbsp;dressed once again but she just decided to carry her sandals and&nbsp; reenter barefoot she walked around the table and found and empty seat near the middle of the table and quietly sat down watching the conversations&nbsp; as she sat her sandals down and&nbsp; poured herself a glass of water.<br><br>She quietly continued to sit and listen with a smile on her face as she took sips from her water. Her body language was open and welcoming if someone wished to come and talk to her she gave the feeling she would be quite willing but she was also willing to be patient and calm and enjoy listening to other converse..
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>26-08-2018, 17:46:50</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> "Honour to you and your House," Umari replied to Ramalan, giving a polite bow in reply, as befitted his status. "Your gift is a generous one. As you might imagine, we have somewhat different resources freely available to us. The sea gives it's bounty freely, but strong drink is not one of its gifts."<br><br>He made a small gesture, and a nearby servant brought over a small case from which he withdrew a small pendant, set with a jet black stone that looks suspiciously like a tooth. "I hope that you will accept this token from my hand, and let it bring you luck."<br><br>"But come now, sit, sit and talk. Long has it been since we have had newcomers to our shores. Tell me how fares the West, and the world beyond us?"<br><br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>30-08-2018, 08:01:30</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja pondered for a moment while working at her meal.&nbsp; A small tentacle dispeared between her lips, and was swallowed a few chews later.&nbsp; "Oh, say."&nbsp; she reached into her cleavage--which was only really obscured by a ring so that was clear she wasn't actually carrying anything between her breasts.&nbsp; Nonetheless she pulled out a small crystalline rod with several dials at the bottom.&nbsp; "How about Deheleshen.&nbsp; Have you ever been there?&nbsp; It's...&nbsp; Somewhere on the other side of Creation, I guess?&nbsp; My Hyperion Key was made there."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>30-08-2018, 08:19:21</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan studied the pendent for a moment.&nbsp; "Lovely."&nbsp; He turned it softly, letting the light play over the jet black material before carefully donning it.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The captain was just sitting when a chef arrived personally with the fried sushi roll he'd requested.&nbsp; "Why thank you my good man."&nbsp; He picked up one of the pieces and glanced at it curiously.&nbsp; &nbsp;Inside the fried shell was rice rolled around different fish and crab--all raw save for their brief moment boiled in oil--along with a local hot pepper and...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan arched a brow.&nbsp; "Are those scallions?&nbsp; An old recepie my good man.&nbsp; The last time i had this, i was doing business on the Blessed Isle with patricians from House Peleps.&nbsp; An old man kept asking the cook to add scallions, the way he had it as a child.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan ate a piece.&nbsp; The moment his teeth sank in, his eyes widened, then closed.&nbsp; Smiling, the captain took a long savor of the roll.&nbsp; "Magnificent..."&nbsp; His eyes opened.&nbsp; "I've rarely tasted the like my good man."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He turned to Umari.&nbsp; "What's this man's hire?&nbsp; You'd be wise to double it or i might steal him away when i leave."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>30-08-2018, 08:44:36</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/fc/Beautiful-girl-pink-silk-clothes-jewelry-sword-in-hand-Asia-Oriental-fantasy-art-Wallpaper-for-Desktop-915x515_%281%29.png)</div><strong>Usha, Radiant Daughter of Umari Thousand Hands</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zE6BPyZ5ICcFPKm8A1zm4B1RauyP4opl3emVESMQTME/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Mind if I join you, Captain Pearl?" a vaguely familiar voice asked.&nbsp; Pearl recognized Verdant Orchid's guard--a young woman with chocolate brown hair. <br>&nbsp;When they'd first met, she'd been wearing a form fitted lamelar with a sunburst.&nbsp; Now, she had let her silky brown hair out of the severe bun and transformed it into a whimsical arrangement of coils and ribbons.&nbsp; Gone was the armor.&nbsp; The lythe girl's body was instead displayed in a lovely gown of revealing pink silk.&nbsp; The daiklaive was still sheathed at her side, though, it's scabard now decorated with pink ribbons.&nbsp; Could it be orichalcum?&nbsp; This girl was--after all--impossible.&nbsp; The Solar Exalted had only begun returning five years ago, but here she was, a half caste solar, a woman grown with essence just as strong as her own.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;And Pearl still hadn't been able to tell anyone about it.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>30-08-2018, 08:53:05</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div>Spark (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark entered the banquet hall with quiet pride.&nbsp; A blond girl—even younger than Usha but still well formed with a nicely fitted white jade breastplate over her gown and a daiklaive across her back—made her way across the chamber at relaxed saunter.&nbsp; Her eyes wandered the myriad of newcomers.&nbsp; Originally shed intended to give Sanja an update on the implosion bow, but now her curiosity was piqued.&nbsp; Measuring the Wind, the demigoddess took her time, trying to decide who was the most interesting of these newcomers to speak too.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>31-08-2018, 18:25:50</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha listened to what Sanja was telling her, asking if she had been out in the areas around Looksy or not. "Sadly I can most definitely say I have not been out that way. "Sadly I can say I have never been out that way myself. I've only ever trained at the monastery of the Immaculate Order where I lived." she said to her. She left out the part where she had to leave in the middle of the night, leaving behind the place she had known for her life. It was where she learned to live, to pray and to honestly be who she was today. That had come crashing down not more than about a year ago when her Solar soul had manifested. Thinking back on it and being near the Wind Aspected Dragon-blooded made Talitha think for a moment. <br><br>&nbsp;As she looked around she saw what she was looking for, a small stage had been set-up. It was a gamble she knew, she was only just so-so back at the temple but maybe, The Unconquered Sun willing she could pull it off and not make a fool of herself. "Tell you what you've listened to me speak of my youthful days. Why don't I try and show you something else I picked up along the way." she said standing up from where she was sitting.<br><br>&nbsp;She moved with the grace of one who had been trained towards the stage. Her long jade green hair flowing behind her, yet held tightly in a high pony-tail. She kept her eyes focused forward and her steps measured, she would not let herself be distracted by the gazes of those around her. As she moved towards the stage her hand slipped gently into her sleeve, reaching for and grasping the small trinket from days as a maiden at the temple. Her hand touching the jade green instrument, a gift from someone who had become like a mother to her. The soft leather of her boots on the stone floor could barely be heard amongst the boisterous voices during the feast itself. She moved with purpose and fire in step. She had decided that since she had been born in the Zenith of Resplendent Fire she would embody it here and now. Of course her path to the stage would doubtless not go unnoticed by another of the ship's crewmates and by all accounts one of the more magnanimous of the ship's crew.<br><br>&nbsp;With a deliberate grace of a crane, she moved to take her seat upon the stage. She&nbsp; There wasn't a stool upon which for her to sit and be admired, no she would take her seat at the stage itself. As she did she slid the jade instrument from it's place in her sleeve where she kept it, crossing her legs as she moved the little flute up, her eyes closing as she placed the flute to her lips. For those who would notice they would watch her chest expand as she took several deep calming breaths. After a few test blows through the hollow reed instrument she began to play. Soft gentle sounds began to exude from the flute, or at least she hoped that's what she was playing. <br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">OOC</div><div class="spoiler_body">Alright so it seems the gods have smiled upon me. I got two successes! https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=124555 </div></div>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>31-08-2018, 22:19:16</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu enjoyed his meal, but he then spots a familiar face in crowd; <em>Spark</em>. In past months he had taught her privately about five-dragon style and she had progressed very well, only what she lacks at the moment is mastery of the form. Which is crucial as it makes all earlier charms flow together and form into powerful whole in boosting her physical attributes. Which already get boosted when she dons her godly body manifestation but with form it could become even more powerful. Style suits her well as she herself is offspring of elemental entity, associated with air so many styles disciplines fit for her natural elemental powers.<br><br>He catches her gaze as she seems scan crowd, make a brief wave at her as form of greeting but not invite her come over. Unless she herself so desires to do so. Soon his meal gets distraction in form of music performed by one the new comers. He curiously observes the green haired woman on the stage.<br><br><hr><div class="floatleft"><strong>Khrui Tinker</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/e5/d6/c9/e5d6c9abc7c09e3c2e438ba616dde04e.jpg)</div><br>Khrui bows his head in compliment from Ramalan and replied; "Yeah, recipe is old likely as it was shared to us long time ago. But I would call it pity if modern version lacks scallions, as it would make dish less nutritious and lack bit acid. Also I have no official salary, I devote willingly my life working for lord Umari here. So rewards of my labors are not associated with wealth either way. Also besides I am not full time chef but scholar actually, I just help at hand in kitchen when we have lots of guests around. But otherwise I would love to travel and explore world bit more beyond the shores, but only time will see when I get good chance as I am swamped with work as I am already.<br><br>Either way enjoy rest of your meal, I start make way back to kitchen. Excuse me lords and ladies." With simple humble bow Khrui takes his cart and starts turn it around and move towards back to the kitchen. He starts hear the music on stage, not slow from calm and steady stride but start listening it as he walks and looks on performer.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>01-09-2018, 01:54:28</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia was content to sit and enjoy the evening, spending time with Ren, and the good captain, until she heard the clear notes of a flute cut through the din of the feast, drawing her gaze up to the stage, where one of her crewmates had decided to put on a performance.&nbsp; The green haired maiden was good, perhaps not the best player in the world, but she obviously had some skill and training in the instrument.&nbsp; "Excuse me," she murmured, not wishing to interrupt the current conversation as she stood and made her way around the tables, inspired to join in this performance, having not had the chance to show her own skills in quite some time.&nbsp; It would begin with her journey around the tables, a graceful weaving of movements meant to avoid the other diners and the servers that were coming a going, her skirt flaring around her long, supple legs to give teasing glimpses at what was underneath.&nbsp; While the sheer cut of cloth in front of the skirt hinted and suggested, this was part of the opening act to her show, meant to draw their gazes and hold them tight for what was to come.&nbsp; When she finally arrived on stage was when it would really begin.<br><br>"Follow my lead," she said softly to the woman playing the flute, wanting her to be part of it, to enhance the notes she was playing, and therefor enhance her own performance.&nbsp; "We will give them something worth remembering."&nbsp; She grinned for the woman, bright, excited, then turned a more professional face toward the crowd.&nbsp; She danced then, truly danced, her movements dictated by the notes of the flute to be graceful, delicate, at least at first.&nbsp; Should her fellow artist indeed follow her lead, however, the notes would gradually come alive, their now shared performance dedicated to the vibrance and beauty of life, Xenovia dancing around the flute player in a grand display meant to excite, perhaps even embolden, embodying the month in which Xenovia was born; the last chance for green, growing things before the heat of the Unconquered Sun would descend fully upon the lands of Creation.&nbsp; The last moments of this performance would draw her fellow performer into an intimate dance that Xenovia would lead, ending in a low, sensual dip, the blonde easily supporting her partner's weight, allowing her to play throughout should she so wish.<br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Five successes for Performance ^^</div><div class="spoiler_body">At 2018-08-31 18:53:11, Crensler (uid: 63766) rolls: 12d10 tn1: 7 tn2: 10 Result: 5 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=124577) Woot :3</div></div>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>02-09-2018, 02:11:59</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br><br>Pearl Smiled and motioned to the chair next to her and&nbsp; pulled out a bit so she could face Usha. "Please Join me and thank you for your Hospitality and welcoming strangers that ran into a bit of bad luck. Also if you need another skilled healer to help your physician feel free to call on me. Also your Doctors are quite thorough in there examinations. Please give them my sincere accolades&nbsp; on there professional decorum." as she pushed out her chair she rose&nbsp; to&nbsp; be polite as possible. as she rose she&nbsp; saw&nbsp; her feet and&nbsp; blushed. "Pardon my&nbsp; rudeness for being&nbsp; barefoot in your hall, I forgot myself in my moment of experiencing comfort." she kept standing and waiting&nbsp; for Usha to take her seat before she seated herself again.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>13-09-2018, 00:57:40</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> "Honour to you and your House," Umari gave a small smile and shook his head. "I have no fear of you hiring him away. He has other talents besides cooking that make him a valuable member of our community."<br><br>He took a look around at where the other newcomers were sitting and chatting, laughing and eating, then turned back to Ramalan. "You have quite a disparate crew Captain. You have been traveling together some time, yes, to have such a crew assembled? I'm sure you must have many wonderful tales to tell. Would you care to share some with us?"<br><br>His hand began to tap on the table, echoing the beat of the music perhaps unconsciously as he spoke.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>15-09-2018, 06:27:49</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/d/df/Brandi_Caliss.jpg/268px-Brandi_Caliss.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y_x7GMq1JWWKhrMt_OquzzLIMikvAMC3IOiT6bGF35g/edit)</strong></span><br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Verdant Orchid led a procession into the gathering, their step swaying with the music, accompanying, not detracting from the exhibition. Chilled wines, brought up from the deeper water caverns. Warming sandals for the use of the guests, elementally heated to acclimate to the constant chill of the manse's depths beneath the waves. Another pair brought lamps to light the table and the stage as the ambient lighting was diminished. The Orchid beauty, only a few hours ago bound in the hardened violet armor, now sashayed across the floor to sit beside and to the rear of her husband, Umari.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>15-09-2018, 07:39:39</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/fc/Beautiful-girl-pink-silk-clothes-jewelry-sword-in-hand-Asia-Oriental-fantasy-art-Wallpaper-for-Desktop-915x515_%281%29.png)</div><strong>Usha, Radiant Daughter of Umari Thousand Hands</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zE6BPyZ5ICcFPKm8A1zm4B1RauyP4opl3emVESMQTME/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Usha smoothed her pink skirts and perched lightly on the seat next to Pearl, eying the azure-skinned girl curiously.&nbsp; “Our community is small, Captain Pearl.&nbsp; Our doctors are well aware that an outbreak of, say, a serious influenza, could rampage through our population in a matter of days.&nbsp; Major infrastructures could be disrupted.&nbsp; With insufficient care, the old, the young,&nbsp; and the weak could be slain by a simple flu.&nbsp; An actual outbreak of plague would be devastating.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“We invest a great deal in our doctors, and they have never disappointed us.&nbsp; As to your praises, captain, I'll do better than that.&nbsp; I will pass your praises directly to my father.”&nbsp; <br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=287996.msg14371884#msg14371884">Quote from: Marie Reynolds on 02-09-2018, 02:11:59</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote"><div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br>. "Pardon my&nbsp; rudeness for being&nbsp; barefoot in your hall, I forgot myself in my moment of experiencing comfort." she kept standing and waiting&nbsp; for Usha to take her seat before she seated herself again.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The blond giggled slighlty.&nbsp; “Oh, no offense taken there at all, Captain.&nbsp; In fact...”&nbsp; She reached down and undid a few straps, then stepped out of her own delicate, healed sandals.&nbsp; The golden child's feet were dainty and femenine.&nbsp; She flexed the toes a few times, then gave a happy sigh.&nbsp; “You're right,t hat's much better.&nbsp; &nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The music began then.&nbsp; Usha grew quiete, listening in silence as she apreciated the player's skill 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>15-09-2018, 08:23:54</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Scholar and chef alike?&nbsp; I see you are a man of many talents.&nbsp; I imagine I have only begun to discover <em>how many</em> talents.”&nbsp; Ramalan took another bite of the friend sushi and then honored the scholar by pressing his hand over his heart and giving a bow.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Once Khrui had returned to the kitchen, Ramalan took another piece of the fried sushi.&nbsp; He pulled Mists of Evensong down in his lap and fed her the sushi from his fingers.&nbsp; The concubine gave a little gasp, then a soft coo.&nbsp; She sucked on her master's finger as she took the sushi fully between her lips, then savored the flavor.&nbsp; “Just the way you like it, master, complicated and spicy.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan laughed and guided the collared girl back to her feet.&nbsp; “Just the way I like you, Mists of Evensong, submissive but sassy.”&nbsp; <br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=287996.msg14392175#msg14392175">Quote from: HairyHeretic on 13-09-2018, 00:57:40</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote"><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> "Honour to you and your House," Umari gave a small smile and shook his head. "I have no fear of you hiring him away. He has other talents besides cooking that make him a valuable member of our community."<br><br>He took a look around at where the other newcomers were sitting and chatting, laughing and eating, then turned back to Ramalan. "You have quite a disparate crew Captain. You have been traveling together some time, yes, to have such a crew assembled? I'm sure you must have many wonderful tales to tell. Would you care to share some with us?"<br><br>His hand began to tap on the table, echoing the beat of the music perhaps unconsciously as he spoke.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Gracious host,” Ramalan replied with a smile, “I'll gladly regail you 'til dawn with tales of my crew and our travels, but I wish first to give proper appreciation to this music.” <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The captain turned his full attention to the flutist—save for lifting his chopsticks to continue his dining in attentive silence.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He had one piece left by the time Xenovia had turned the impromptu concert into an impromptu dance recital, and it was promptly forgotten as Ramalan leaned forwards in his seat, gazing intently at the dancers—equally moved by their grace, their artistry, and their sensual beauty.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;When at last the dance completed, and without a thought to what he was doing, Ramalan honroed them with a full seven breaths of absolute silence, contemplating the magnificence of the dance, before he rose to his feet, clapping cupped hands together and calling out, “Bravo!” 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>15-09-2018, 08:29:20</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div>Spark (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Weren't the dancers beautiful, sifu?"&nbsp; Spark had been making her way towards Yohlu when the beginning of the dance distracted her so thoroughly she paused, leaning on the back of a mortal man's chair as she watched.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;When it was done, the Thunderbird’s daughter was warm and happy, with an electric tingle all over her skin.&nbsp; Ramlan's applause broke her out of the spell, and she joined the tide-tossed Terrestrial at his table, taking a seat close by.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Perhaps,” and the demi-goddess felt her cheeks heating just a little—after I've mastered the Five Dragon Form charm, it would please you if I sought those two out for lessons in the dance?”&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>15-09-2018, 09:07:49</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja, too, fell silently when the music began.&nbsp; As music gave way to dance, the air aspect found herself unable to resit reaching towards the havens and saying in place, taut belly undulating, bosom rolling.&nbsp; When the dance ended she, too, was entrance for a moment.&nbsp; Soon she was echoing his cheers with bouncing squeals.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Grinning, she quickly filled two goblets with chilled wine and hurried to the stage before any could beat her there.&nbsp; She gave the girls a bow, then offered them each a goblet.&nbsp; “Some of the finest wine on the island,” she explained, “Please enjoy.&nbsp; Our vineyards are not large, and we reserve the best fruit of those vines for occasion like these.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Hopefully after the other girls took their cups, Sanja took each girl by one arm and drew them around the back of the room, making it hard for the men to react to their tease—she leaned in to first Talitha, then Xenovia.&nbsp; Her long , lustrous hair concealed the action of lips over each girls ears.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“That was an amazing performance.&nbsp; Was it for someone?&nbsp; I'm sure he can’t resist long if it was.&nbsp; If not, well.&nbsp; Would you like to come and see my latest treasure?” 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>15-09-2018, 19:49:35</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu calmly looked the performance, which indeed was dazzling. As performance was over he clapped with rest of the audience, but then he came aware of presence of Spark. More and less feel her body through his echolocation which was momentarily distracted by splendid music and uproar of the crowd. But also feel tingles of electricity from her.<br><br>On her words and question he signed to her; <em>"They were indeed beautiful, also feel free pursue dancing after you complete the form. Many martial artists practice dancing as well to train their bodies and most are excellent dancers as well. Adding dancer's grace to your movements, both in battle and outside, would be pleasant to look at."</em> Yolhu is aware of the sensual spirit of Spark and her divine patron, more than once she had tempted, lured him, during practices and seen certain spark of interests in her eyes.....but he had not followed any those clues. As somewhere deep in his spine or subconscious he felt it was not appropriate for sifu fall for it's student, it would create disservice for students training and distract mentor from the task. But after education is over? Well all are possible and many scrolls depict such romantic tales of student falling for their mentors during or after training.<br><br>But decline just had increased the building storm, increased interest more than diminish it. So far as he can tell their bodies, more so even essence wise, are compatible to one another. Water transfers electricity very well and if bloodlines would crossed it can create a very powerful child, either quarter elemental child with power of both water and thunder or water or air aspect dragon-blood with strong elemental essence. Not that Yolhu is lacking interests, he is dragon-blood after all and there comes with certain amount natural libido in having blood pure like his. He merely controls it and keeps his own sexual life private and relinquishes his sexual build ups by fantasies and by own hand. Along with few dalliance here and there, which are mostly with students of his as many have sought his tutelage on five-dragon style which he brought to these shores. He is no longer lone practitioner of the style or suitable as a sifu, but still many seek him to learn directly from original source.<br><br>That and much more emotions shimmered below his quiet mute surface and deep color of blue in his eyes as he looked Spark and took sip from water and looking to performers and Ramalan.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>15-09-2018, 22:50:01</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;While her playing had been good it seemed others had been entranced by her music. As she opened her eyes when she felt the light touch of a hand on her body. It seemed Xenovia had taken a liking to her music and felt the need to dance. Feeling herself lost in the moment, in the music she let her body be moved with Xenovia's movements. Her eyes were alive with fire. Even the Zenith caste solar couldn't hold herself back from letting the girl flow. While the notes were meant to be soft and reflective she knew things would change.<br><br>&nbsp;Slowly the notes from the small flute began to pick up in tempo. From something that had been soft and reflective to upbeat and meant to make people move and move right. She spun on her feet letting the Dawn Caste Solar set the tone and the beat of the music. Her body moved with a dancer's grace. A grace Talitha felt herself moving along to. The red of her dress seem to mesh well as Talitha's green ponytail swish in circles like a wisps of a colored ribbon. Even more so as the blonde solor took the greenette into her arms. As she took hold of her, Talitha seemed to say with her body. <em>Use my body as your instrument."</em> Their bodies syncing to the music she played. She focused on her playing as she let the other move her body. A twirl and then a dip. An embrace and lift in the air for the patrons. It was as if elegance and grace seemed to exude from them. Her green hair seeming to move with Xenovia's movements, like the stage was for her and she was just the blonde's tool for expressing it. She was expressing the first light of the Dawn over the land. Her green mixing with her red to create a dance of creation. <br><br>&nbsp;When the music finally ended Talitha was dipped in a rather provocative manner. Which given what they did wasn't exactly something she could say bothered her. They had done something wonderful. They had created light in this world. That was the purpose of the Solars. To bring light to creation. The light of their dance seemed to have entranced the whole of the dinner guests. That was something even Talitha could enjoy. Though she did have the grace enough to blush a bit as such a rather evocative display they made. Then the whole of the audience erupted into applause. Among the applauding guests was Ramalan. His boyish grin at seeing two pretty girls on the stage was evident on his face. <br><br>&nbsp;<div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">OOC</div><div class="spoiler_body">So yeah that was a good performance. Seems Xenovia's skill with the dance itself was enough to even inspire Talitha's playing to greater heights.&nbsp; At 2018-09-15 15:40:44, Sessha (uid: 12531) rolls: 9d10 Result: 49 (https://elliquiy.com/forums/dicebot.php?r=124826)</div></div><br>&nbsp;As the applause came to an end she found herself being pulled aside by Sanja once more. She had been very entranced by the dance and was wondering if they were doing it to impress someone. That also got a blush from Talitha. Honestly it had been the Wind aspected dragon-blooded who had inspired her to play. She thought about it for a moment but then decided she would follow her heart in this matter. "Honestly I had not intended for it to turn out like it did, but I will say meeting you inspired me to play. I admit..." she said blushing a bit. "...I haven't done so in quite awhile. It just felt right." she said being a bit bashful before looking back at her. "I would be glad to see what your great treasure." she said to her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>16-09-2018, 02:11:10</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia panted softly from the exertion and rush she got from performing, smiling broadly, looking almost like a different person on the stage as she took in the praise of their audience.&nbsp; She never felt more alive than when she performed, whether on stage or on a battlefield, blowing a kiss to first Ren, who blushed and went about making herself look busy eating, and then Ramalan, giggling as she did a twirl before taking her bow.<br><br>"Thank you, everyone, you are a lovely audience!"&nbsp; She would have said more, but a woman she hadn't met yet offered her wine.&nbsp; "Oh, why thank you very much," she said as she accepted her goblet, only to blink as she and Talitha were lead off stage and around to the back of the room.&nbsp; "I am happy you enjoyed it," she replied quietly, the feel of the woman's breath on her ear giving her a little extra thrill to add to her already overflowing exuberance.&nbsp; "And you, oh, you darling artist," she went on, speaking to Talitha.&nbsp; "You were a marvel to work with."&nbsp; She gave her a kiss on one cheek, then the other, giggling at her blush.&nbsp; "We must perform together again sometime, I insist."&nbsp; She then turned her attention back to the woman who had drawn them away.&nbsp; <br><br>"Well, I wasn't really trying to entice anyone in particular, but if I managed it regardless..."&nbsp; She trailed off with a shrug of one shoulder and a playful smirk.&nbsp; "I would call that a happy coincidence."&nbsp; She decided to try the wine, making a pleased sound in her throat as she first took in its bouquet, then its flavor, savoring it as it was meant to be savored.&nbsp; "Exquisite."&nbsp; Once more her attention turned to their new friend, or not so new in Talitha's case.&nbsp; "A treasure, hm?&nbsp; Well, that does sound interesting, but would you mind doing me the courtesy of sharing your name?&nbsp; Mine, for example, is Xenovia, and it is a pleasure to meet you, miss...?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>16-09-2018, 16:23:58</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan didn't imedialty move back to his conversation with Umari.&nbsp; Instead, his eyes wandered after Xenovia, drifting over her with a warm smirk.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Her strength is only surpassed by her beauty.</em>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>16-09-2018, 19:45:20</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br><br>Pearl smiled and blushed "Please just call me pearl. I am grateful to hear i have&nbsp; not breached etiquette on&nbsp; our first day here, I am glad to here that my words will&nbsp; reach such a&nbsp; honored personage."<br><br>She looked over&nbsp; Usha from head to toe and lingered upon her well cared for feet " I would love to know the secret behind how you care for your feet." the blush deepened and&nbsp; she quickly raise her eyes to look Usha in the eyes and she was grateful for the music&nbsp; starting to play and she took a deep breath and closed&nbsp; eyes&nbsp; to calm herself hope it would b seen as her&nbsp; taking in and enjoying&nbsp; the music. <br><br><em>This did not help the thoughts rushed in&nbsp; of&nbsp; her and Usha receiving the delectable treatment on there feet laughing giggling and&nbsp; enjoying&nbsp; each others company and wine.</em>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>16-09-2018, 19:57:38</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“I'm honored to know you, Xenovia,” The sunset-haired girl replied, crossing one harm over her bare belly to give an elegant bow.&nbsp; “My name is Sanja.&nbsp; I serve in the militia here, but my major pastime is going into dangerous, abandoned parts of the island to salvage lost materials.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Told she had inspired Talitha to play, the air aspects own cheeks warmed.&nbsp; She took Talitha's hand and gazed into her eyes for a moment, hoping to see a truth there..&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“I'm honored..”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The sapphire silk clad girl leaned in and kissed Talitha softly on the corner of the lips.&nbsp; <br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>16-09-2018, 23:10:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha stood off to the side as she took a sip of the wine glass she had been offered. It was a good vintage based on what Sanja had said to them. Which she was right, it was a rather good vintage. Then again she had not really had the opportunity to enjoy such a taste for herself since she had spent much of her life in the Temple itself. She smirked a bit at Sanja's favorite past time. It seemed the days spent around Ramalan were wearing off on her. The idea of the ancient ruins beneath the island was intriguing to say the least. She only turned her head when the girl mentioned about being honored to have been the inspiration for her playing just now and such. The kiss one other hand was something that caught the Solar Exalted completely by surprise. She blushed rather profusely after it was over and such.&nbsp; When she recovered enough mentally she did offer a light giddy smile to her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>20-09-2018, 18:25:41</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>"Oh my," Xenovia purred as she watched the exchange between Sanja and Talitha, smiling when the latter blushed like a virgin bride on her wedding night when the former kissed her.&nbsp; "Should I give the two of you some privacy?"&nbsp; She asked teasingly.&nbsp; "I wouldn't wish to intrude, after all."&nbsp; She had a sip of wine while the two composed themselves.&nbsp; "Teasing aside," she went on in a more serious tone, "I really wouldn't want to be a bother.&nbsp; Much as I'm curious, if the two of you wish for a more... private adventure, I will abstain."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>28-09-2018, 11:43:00</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja's cheeks colored, just a little, but before she could reply, a pair of strong arms slipped lightly around Xenovia's waist from behind.&nbsp; Ramalan leaned down 'til his breath caressed Xenovia's ear.&nbsp; "Perhaps," he inquired, "I could offer you an alternative entertainment tonight?"&nbsp; <br><br><div align="center">*&nbsp; *&nbsp; * </div><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mists of Evensong gave a fond but exasperated smile as Ramalan absent mindedly walked away from their host.&nbsp; She shook her head, giving a soft, sensual chuckle.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Turning to Umari, she crossed her hands over her waist and gave a polite bow.&nbsp; “Please forgive my master, gracious host.&nbsp; He is a man with a man's needs.&nbsp; Would it please you if this unworthy one endeavored to entertain you with a tale he might recount?”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bossun Handel looked at Mists of Evensong with a pained expression.&nbsp; On one hand, he felt it wasn't Mist's place to speak for the captain—not because Ramalan had collared her, but because of her gender.&nbsp; <em>Good lord, Ramalan!&nbsp; First mate on the ship, giving orders to respectable men?&nbsp; Talking to a <strong>heads of state</strong>?&nbsp; You let that girl get away with <strong>murder!</strong>&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Erm..&nbsp; Well, at least <strong>I</strong> don't have to do it!</em>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>28-09-2018, 11:48:43</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Now Sanja gave a surprised and delighted gasp.&nbsp; For a moment, her eyes drank in the sensual tableau.&nbsp; Then she grinned and reached out to take Talitha's hand.&nbsp; "Well then," she looked into the other girl's eyes.&nbsp; "Looks like it's just the two of us tonight."&nbsp; She smirked, then stepped back and gave the ex monk a playful tug after her.&nbsp; "Have you ever seen a first age implosion bow?&nbsp; Or how about fireworks behind your eyes?&nbsp; I could show you both tonight."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>30-09-2018, 18:05:48</strong>
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				<div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=287996.msg14421629#msg14421629">Quote from: Muse on 28-09-2018, 11:43:00</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Sanja's cheeks colored, just a little, but before she could reply, a pair of strong arms slipped lightly around Xenovia's waist from behind.&nbsp; Ramalan leaned down 'til his breath caressed Xenovia's ear.&nbsp; "Perhaps," he inquired, "I could offer you an alternative entertainment tonight?"<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia smiled as she felt the captain's arms wrap around her, leaning back into the embrace as she smiled coyly.&nbsp; "Oh?"&nbsp; She swirled her wine idly before taking a delicate sip.&nbsp; "What sort of entertainment do you have in mind, dear captain?"&nbsp; She definitely liked this man, no doubt about it.<br><br>Meanwhile, Rin sighed softly at the table, having figured out Xenovia wasn't likely to return any time soon.&nbsp; She looked around the room for a few moments, trying to decide if she could slip away unnoticed, but that wasn't very likely given the number of, potentially, unfriendly eyes around her at the moment.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>30-09-2018, 18:14:55</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>As Yolhu communicated with <strong>Spark</strong> with hand sign language, a something which is absolute necessity when dealing with Yolhu if want communicate more than with written words. He spots the blue haired feline maid (<strong>Rin</strong>) sitting by herself, notice she is eating but also read she did not feel comfortable or welcome in present social event. Also that there is bad blood between them considering manner how she reacted when Yolhu had found her.....and not on purpose exposed her body with his mist.<br><br>Considering the crew and such will be eventually adopted to manse, against their will of course, but already rattled relationship will cause problems whoever handles the crew and especially her. So he turns to Spark and communicates with her; <em>"Can you go deliver message for me? To that girl over there, maid dress and blue hair. Tell her come to the dojo, inform her she gets there chance to even the score between us. If nothing else do something more in privacy which can be more entertaining than attend dinner parties."</em> With that Yolhu finishes his dinner and stands up, then moves towards the dojo to wait. Up to Spark will she come watch or not the encounter between him and the woman whom he has offended. He tells soldiers and guards allow the said woman pass the dinning hall and go to practice dojo, which he schedules for own use for following hour.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>30-09-2018, 22:31:28</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Watching the Captain and Xenovia caused Talitha to sigh a bit more. She sometimes wished she could be a bit more open like the other girl. However her training in the immaculate order had been a bit more stringent and she had basically lived her whole life there. Her family had gifted her to the order when she was a baby out of financial worry. She was raised in the order since birth, so her ideas of sex and sexuality were a bit skewed towards abstinence and and chastity. However the earnestness of Sanja's request was something she couldn't exactly deny so she turned back to her and offered her a light smile. "I think that would be fine by me actually." she said to her. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>03-10-2018, 01:03:24</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> Mists of Evensong would be able to tell from the expressionless mask that formed on Umari's face that he was less than impressed with her Captain's behavior. He watched the man walk away before turning back to Mists.<br><br>"Perhaps you can," he said, his tone as expressionless as his face. He blew out a deep breath before giving her a small smile. "I should not let your Captain's lack of manners affect my own as your host. Please, tell me of your ship and travels, your Captain and crew. We see few travelers here, and fewer still who seem to have such a diverse crew as your own. It would be good to learn how the rest of the world fares, or at least our small portion of it."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>06-10-2018, 15:05:17</strong>
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				&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ashen Heron reviewed the detailed reports of the guard, all entrances secured, all "guests" secluded and isolated for induction. He had reviewed the quartering of the underlings, though this group had a larger contingent of staff and guests of the abridged Captain than their normal inductees. Securing a dozen more guards for the meal and festivities, for it seemed that an impromptu talent show was being offered, had been no problem. Now Ashen Heron could delay no longer, the meal must be joined. As he entered he noticed that though their host was still seated at the head of the table, the Captain seemed to be carousing off to the side. Umari wasn't happy. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The guard captain crossed the small distance from the doorway to the planning meal with but a few steps of his impressive stride. Standing almost even with the Captain at 6'1" his squared shoulders, military bent and stride, and willingness to arrive at a formal dinner in full battle array challenge even the most relaxed to forget they are in a military installation. Dropping to a knee before Umari, the captain awaits his liege's leave before taking his seat among the newcomers, a nod encouraging the attendants to serve him as he listens for the tales to entertain next. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>10-10-2018, 06:42:42</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja took Taitha's arm and lead their guest to the edge of the dining room.&nbsp; She briefly reported to the security on duty where she was taking their honored guest.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Then she lead Talitha deeper into the manse, through spartanly appointed halls clearly constructed with an eye to defense.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She came to a metal door and opened it by bringing a rune stone to a crystal.&nbsp; The door slid smoothly to one side revealing a big workshop with three tables, several concealed shelves and bins, a few connecting doors, and an adjoining room with a cot and a little table.&nbsp; Luminous crystals gave the workshop a steady white light.&nbsp; Unlike the crystals in the hallways, all of them were intact.&nbsp; Only one of the work benches was occupied.&nbsp; The item on it—looking something like a ballistic tackled by a fiber-optic tumbleweed—took up most of the space.&nbsp; “I'm going to have to clean it up a lot before I can get a serious idea of how much restoration it needs,” She explained.&nbsp; “Note the three canisters at the back, on the bottom?&nbsp; Alchemcial fuel tanks.&nbsp; When I fix the right one and mend them all, they would let the weapon be operated by a mortal—or at least let an essence user operating it conserve their essence.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>11-10-2018, 02:47:40</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7d/Commander_-_4.jpg/450px-Commander_-_4.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Ashen Heron (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XxXRLF3ZMW-zhaOxmoL-K7BTXP3tiH8Bu3DZTg3T7ug/edit#)</strong></span><br><br>No more had the senior officer settled to his place, than a guardsman hurried to his side to whisper something in his ear. <div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">whisper</div><div class="spoiler_body"><sub>"Unscheduled activity Reclamation District."</sub></div></div> With a nod to the guard, he lifted two fingers in dismissal and returned to the meal at hand. The guard took note of the gesture, and respectfully bowed before retreating to the entry hall where he was stationed.<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Deciding to enter the discussions he turns to the table and offers up, "Never stops, i bet the Captain understands."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>13-10-2018, 09:44:44</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha wasn't quite sure how this night was going to turn out, but she kept herself about her as she followed Sanja. She was shown to a lab of some kind and a device. It was a piece of magitech from the first age. She knew enough about magitech to know that much about it. It was a weapon meant to unleash alchemist fire upon unsuspecting enemies and such. Even to be used by mortals or those who wish to conserve their essence for more important fights. Still it was plan to see on the girl's face she was passionate about restoring the ancient device. "Having passion for what you believe in is something&nbsp; the Un...five dragons teach us" she gently laying her hand on Sanja's. "I am sure if you apply yourself it see glory again." she said offering her a soft smile.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>15-10-2018, 08:57:59</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mists of Evensong gave Umari another bow, then sat gently at the very edge of the seat that Ramalan had drifted away from.&nbsp; “i shall endeavor to amuse you then, Lord Umari.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Fire Orchid is the flagship of my master's fleet—as it was of his father before him.&nbsp; As such, it is their surname.&nbsp; The Fire-Orchid family reside in the Wavecrest Archipelago, on the isle of Abalone.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“My master's father Davralam was a great and honorable man who defended his nation in war and built a fortune by his own labors and the wisdom of his wife, Lusitania.&nbsp; Davralam once met a young woman—unmarried but heavy with child.&nbsp; She had given her heart to a god of the sea—a Baiji—but he left her with the tides.&nbsp; Though many young virgins through their hearts at his feet, Davralam was moved by compassion for the girl and took her as a contract concubine.&nbsp; Davralam raised the child as his own.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“I am that child.&nbsp; For many years, Ramalan did not realize that I was not his sister.&nbsp; My heart yearned for two things above all others, to race across the waves like my father and to lie in loving rapture in Ramalan's arms.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;I knew it was impossible for these dreams to both come true.&nbsp; No woman save the Chosen of the Five Immaculate Dragons may sail the seas without suffering the jealous wrath of the Storm Mothers save the Tya.&nbsp; To become a Tya, a girl must sacrifice her fertility, her beauty, and her life as a woman.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In time Ramalan became a man, and the captain of a ship in his father's fleet.&nbsp; One night that ship was assailed by a pirate vessel like none he'd seen before.&nbsp; They dropped sails and rowed with tireless might against the wind too assail Ramalan.&nbsp; When they drew near, by the last light of the moon Ramalan studied the ship with is spyglass.&nbsp; The ores were manned by the dead—animate corpses who could never tire.&nbsp; Ghosts, zombies, and grave-born stood ready to plunder the ship and drag it's crew tot the underworld.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan did not despair, but sailed hard to the west.&nbsp; At the moment of the Sun's rising, he turned his vessel and lead his men to victory against the undead themselves.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Please accept along with that particular tale a warning my master carries.&nbsp; Skullstone has long been a nation where the living and the dead live side by side.&nbsp; My master now believes that they have begun to incorporate the&nbsp; bodies of the slain into their privateer fleet.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“After that victory, Ramlan traveled to the South, far inland along the scorching sand tot he city of Gem.&nbsp; There he won the trust and alliance of the Abarami family.&nbsp; In an alliance of friendship and mutual profit, Ramalan acquired rights to ship Abarami firewands to Wavecrest, and also acquired as his concubine the daughter of Abarami and a flame duck.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“During this time Davalram succumbed to the weight of years.&nbsp; Ramalan's three younger brothers vied against each other for control of House Fire-Orchid.&nbsp; &nbsp;It seemed they were on the verge of tearing the house apart and spilling each others blood when Ramalan returned to claim his rightful place.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“When Ramalan looked upon me then, he did not know who I was, and I saw passion for the first time in his eyes when cast upon me.&nbsp; I bared my heart to Ramalan, hoping he would take me to wife.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramlan new my heart better than I did, and offered me a chance I'd never dreamed was possible.&nbsp; He offered me—not a wedding ring—but a collar.&nbsp; As a concubine, I am free to love and be loved by my master.&nbsp; As Ramalan's property, no Storm Mother can do me harm without risking his wrath.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Usha gave another bow and took a sip of wine.&nbsp; “Do my stories please you, gracious host?&nbsp; I pray your forgiveness if I have rambled on too long.”&nbsp; <br><br><div align="center">*&nbsp; *&nbsp; * </div><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan's response to Xenovia was a soft, purring sight. He nipped ever so gently on the pulse point just bellow her ear.&nbsp; “The sweetest entertainment of all, dear Xenovia,” he continued in an intimate whisper, “Is the joy that a man and a woman can find together in each others arms.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan reached around Xenovia and took her hand,&nbsp; Then he turned her gently to take her in his arms, lean down, and kiss her with passion and promise.&nbsp; “Come away with me tonight.”&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>15-10-2018, 09:46:23</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div>Spark (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark's eyes danced as they followed Yolhu's gestures.&nbsp; &nbsp;The thunderbird's daughters heart warmed a little bit.&nbsp; To the elemental in her, it was a bit romantic, delivering a challenge from her sifu to a strange and lovely young woman was not so different from being asked to deliver a love letter.&nbsp; There was a hint of tight to her throat, though.&nbsp; Logically, Spark understood that there were stronger men than Yolhu in the Manse—albeit much older men.&nbsp; In her heart, the only one of them who actually counted was Umari himself, and Umari didn't really count either—he was too peace loving.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Of course, sifu,” The bond girl replied with both lips and hands.&nbsp; As Yolhu rose, Spark snagged a ball of salmon and rice and ate it quickly while making her way across the room to Rin.&nbsp; “Excuse me,” The buxom bond introduced herself with a playful smile and a quick bow.&nbsp; “my name is Spark.&nbsp; My sifu, Yolhu Tides, asked me to bring you a message.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“He asks you to come to the dojo not far from here—i can guide&nbsp; you.&nbsp; He offers you a chance ot settle the score between you two.&nbsp; If nothing else, there can be finer entertainment in relative privacy than in this crowded dining hall.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She delivered the message with a bow that made her hair swish.&nbsp; Then the blond eyed her curiously.&nbsp; “You must be very strong if there is an unsettled score between yourself and Yolhu Tides.&nbsp; I'd like a chance to get to know you better myself.&nbsp; If I may be so bold, do you study a supernatural martial art?”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark's eyes unfocused for just a moment as she gave a curious&nbsp; blink, then she cocked her head.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>What...&nbsp; Is she? I've never seen Essence like that before?</em><br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Spoiler: Click to Show/Hide</div><div class="spoiler_body">Measure the Wind</div></div>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>15-10-2018, 10:37:02</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja turned her hand in the other girls and laced their finger's together.&nbsp; She gave Talitha a bright, dimpling smile, then leaned in and brushed full, pillowy lips softly over the other girls.&nbsp; "Thank you, Talitha.&nbsp; Your radiance brightens my life."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Then the horizon-haired girl leaned back a little bit and cocked her head.&nbsp; She flashed the other girl her brightest smile, dimples and all.&nbsp; "You can say his name, if you want too."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>15-10-2018, 10:59:26</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;The sheer closeness of the other's body against her was something the Solar exalt had not known before. While the Immaculate order had nothing against sexual relations between the same sex. Keeping one's self chaste was something they taught. So in a way having grown up in the temple she was a bit sexually stunted. However the exuberance with which the Terrestrial Exalt gave was something she felt herself respond to. That pleasant smile seemed to make her heart flutter a bit. Then she pulled back and mentioned she could say "His" name. She felt herself a bit guarded now. She had thought she had covered herself but it seemed she had not quiet done so. "I don't know what you mean. I'm a monk of the Immaculate Order. The Five Dragons shape and guide my actions..." she said trying to see if maybe she might be able to get out of here. <br><br>&nbsp;Maybe she could warn Ramalan and in doing so admit she had screwed up and tipped her hand about what she and they were to the enemy. Also if possible she would buy time for them escape with her life if need be. It would be a short end to her career as a Solar Exalted but others would escape and they would tell the tale. In order for her to escape and warn him, she would need to either knock out or hopefully not exactly kill the pretty Terrestrial Exalted. Then deal with the two guards at the palace entrance. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>15-10-2018, 11:05:56</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://ih0.redbubble.net/image.368529591.4800/flat,800x800,070,f.u2.jpg)</div><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Nara (Yohlu's Leiutenant)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/13V858sHrhKuR2YuB8lK_v4yhmC9ezX1fq_Yx-ZJk6pQ/edit)<br><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Nara flashed Yolhu a smile as he rose.&nbsp; "If you won't be needing me, sir, I'll go see how Heron is doing." <br>&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The blond woman straightened her indigo dress and moved through the crowd to the broad shouldered Terrestrial.&nbsp; "Good evening, Heron."&nbsp; She leaned into the back of the broad shouldered man's chair and let her radiant golden hair cascade over her shoulder and down his chest.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"So much romance in the air.&nbsp; Two of the new girls were dancing for us earlier."&nbsp; She leaned a little closer with a playful smile, "How on duty are you?&nbsp; Would it be terribly inappropriate to have a girl on your knee for the rest of the meal?"&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>15-10-2018, 18:00:36</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia bit her lower lip as Rathalan nipped at her neck, just about purring herself as her heart beat faster for an entirely different reason this time.&nbsp; "Oh, yes, that is a fine thing indeed," she cooed at his mention of what sort of entertainment he had in mind.&nbsp; "Lead on, dear captain~"<br><br><div align="center">***</div><br>Ren, meanwhile, found herself approached by one of their... hosts, a young blonde woman, fairly attractive, that had a message to deliver.&nbsp; Yohlu Tides... ah, yes, the one that shamed her in front of her mistress by not only catching her, but also by soaking her clothes.&nbsp; Her fingers flexed at the thought of exacting a bit of retribution for this slight, causing her retractable claws to briefly appear before sliding back underneath her nails once more and out of sight.<br><br>"I am not one for speaking of such things," the maid/bodyguard/assassin murmured in response to Spark's remark about her being strong.&nbsp; "Yes, I practice an art, though I would never claim to be a master of it."&nbsp; Since Spark hadn't ask which one, she wasn't keen to share such information with a potential future foe.&nbsp; "Lead on, please," she said finally, standing and smoothing out her skirt.&nbsp; "I would very much like to... is something the matter?"&nbsp; Spark was looking at her in a rather odd fashion, after all.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>15-10-2018, 20:41:28</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu moved through the hallways until he reached the dojo (http://cdn-tunwalai.obapi.io/files/member/36317/1597329497-member.jpg) which he scheduled for his own use for couple hours. It may be possible the guest may refuse the invitation, so he did not depend on her arrival to make use of the dojo. Yolhu started with just simple meditation practice, kneeling. Slowly he stands up and starts perform kata of five-dragons style, going through motions calmly and slowly. As purpose of meditation is not to perform any thought move set but rather go through emotions purely instinctive level while dwelling deep inside his own mind. Take out questions, problems and ideas go deep analysis and contemplation of them. Quite few resolved around on the woman whom he had invited to the dojo, pondering her potential behavior, response, desires and overall how or when she counts score settled. Also can score made settled both in case if she wins or looses the duel? If so how? That sort thought practice Yolhu was doing while waiting besides doing his body movements while blind, trusting on his supernatural sense guide him move in dojo without hitting on walls or anything. Echo of his feet hitting floor pouncing from walls and from all objects around him. It's odd sensation which is hard to put common words, but if blindness is darkness, the echoes which travel and he register paints into darkness shadows, sort glimmering bluish images to his vision and mind. (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lY8NYoNkTN8/W3uuZPWLRVI/AAAAAAAACV8/nCMVvsKE6fQblx0mdWK4jvc7rdlKoukmwCJoC/w540-h230/tumblr_nwtc9wAViu1ugdicbo1_r1_540.gif)
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>17-10-2018, 16:10:13</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/fc/Beautiful-girl-pink-silk-clothes-jewelry-sword-in-hand-Asia-Oriental-fantasy-art-Wallpaper-for-Desktop-915x515_%281%29.png)</div><strong>Usha, Radiant Daughter of Umari Thousand Hands</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zE6BPyZ5ICcFPKm8A1zm4B1RauyP4opl3emVESMQTME/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Usha colored ever so softly when she felt the azure girl's eyes roving down her body to her tiny feet.&nbsp; She gave a bashful grin.&nbsp; “Our population is too small for us to have people who specialize in making life comfortable, so a lot of us pick up hairstylist or pedicurist or masseur as a hobby.&nbsp; The girl who pampers my feet is probably working in the kitchens right now.&nbsp; She's also a midwife.&nbsp; She uses some really basic alchemy in her off hours to make the most amazing shampoos and lotions. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>20-10-2018, 08:44:04</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan guided Xenovia out of the feasting hall towards the quarters they'd been given.&nbsp; Still a few halls away, he stopped with playful suddenness and pressed the blond girl against the wall.&nbsp; His chest pressed into hers with a passionate purr.&nbsp; Ramalan leaned down to claim the blond's lips with fierce heat.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan knew that--though she was almost a foot shorter than he--beneath Xenovia's soft curves lurked a strength that matched his own.&nbsp; It aroused him fiercely, knowing that she would either melt in his arms or push him away with strength he couldn't deny.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan nipped on Xenovia's lower lip and caught her hands.&nbsp; Bringing the dawn caste's hands over her head, he held them there, against the wall, and nibbled expertly on the line of her ear before whispering, "You're strong, Xenovia," the voice was a husky growl, "Strong as I. I don't have to hold back."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>20-10-2018, 08:50:23</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div>Spark (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The path Spark lead Ren down turned to the left a few moments before they would have gotten a lovely eyeful.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The thunderbird's daughter bit her lower lip nervously, then straightened and smiled playfully.&nbsp; "Such a mystery!&nbsp; I didn't even get your name."&nbsp; Spark danced a few steps ahead of Ren and walked backwards, hands folded before her in a way that was polite--and politely distant from the hilt of her blade.&nbsp; "Forgive me if it was rude, but I was curious, so I looked at your Essence.&nbsp; I've never seen anything like it before."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>20-10-2018, 09:19:56</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;When Talitha claimed to be an immaculate monk, Sanja paled with fear herself.&nbsp; As the other girl's panic grew, sunset sky eyes suddenly widened, "Wait, what?" she gasped out, "You don't have to lie, Talitha!&nbsp; The Sun is not forgotten in every corner of Creation.&nbsp; You're not alone in your faith."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>20-10-2018, 09:37:07</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;The way girl spoke something wasn't right here. She had been about to bolt in panic, but the sudden paling of her face. Gave her pause. Talitha wasn't sure what was going on. Se looked to the heavens. <em>"Unconquered Sun. Please guide me. I trust your wisdom now more than ever before."</em> she mentally said offering one to the deity who she revered now. She took a breath and looked at her. "Sanja. What is going on here? You know what I am yet you fear me not? Nor are you running? Why is that?" she asked getting to the heart of the matter. She was still on edge, after all it could be a trick but that was how it was, anathema were treated worse than demons, in fact they were the very demons of legend lore itself.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>20-10-2018, 10:07:37</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"What you are?" Sanja 's brow furrowed in confusion, “We pray the same way, that's a...”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Evening Sky eyes shot suddenly wide, “Wait, what you <em>are?</em>”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The scantily clad girl froze.&nbsp; Her fingers flexed, eyes going wider, “Has...” she gasped, “Has the Deliberative returned?&nbsp; We've stood ready almost two millennia...&nbsp; Do the Chosen call us to duty once again?”&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>20-10-2018, 10:31:00</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Seeing the sudden paniced look on her face and then recognition of something was just about everything she needed to hear. "Okay Sanja...calm down. I don't exactly know what the Deliberative is but hear me out on this one. I'm going to take a <em>huge</em> leap of faith here and let you in a little secret about me." she said to her stepping back a bit. "Now how did she say to do it a again...?" she mumbled to herself remembering the lessons she learned from Artisia in her dreams about this. After a few deep calming breaths Talitha reached deep within her, touching the fount of power. <br><br>&nbsp;After a moment she commanded it to come fourth. Sure enough the symbol of the Zenith Caste appeared on her forehead. As she did so glowing gold waves of power flowed off her into the sky. As it manifested into the form of a phoenix spreading it's wings. It's beak opening and spewing fourth gold fire into the air above it. The golden flame formed into a disk above it's head, forming the sigil of the Unconquered Sun. She opened her eyes ad offered a light and gentle smile to the girl with her. "I am Talitha Vale. Priestess of the Unconquered Sun and Giver of Laws! I am the Shining Blade Against the Darkness! All who are innocent and defenseless shall find comfort in the warmth of my radiance. Just as my enemies shall cower in fear at my radiant light." she said to her in a reverent tone.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>20-10-2018, 14:05:50</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja stammered for a moment.&nbsp; Her heart hammered.&nbsp; It was surreal, standing in her lab, with a girl who a moment ago had simply been an storm tossed beauty she hoped to befriend.&nbsp; Talitha was two inches taller than she, but now the other girl seemed to raise into the heavens.&nbsp; The radiance of the Unconquered Sun flared brilliantly through the lab, washing out the door to flood the hallways as if it were water instead of light.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanjas own essence lit her body.&nbsp; Soft blue swirls of luminous breeze obscured the buxom girls' silhouette.&nbsp; Her silken ribbons pulled into the light.&nbsp; For a moment the beauty wore only light and the amulet in her cleavage.&nbsp; Then sapphire and ebony jade shimmered down and all about her body, forming into a military uniform—calf high boots, silken leggings, short skirt, snug top, smart vest, all adorned with blue and black jade, moonsilver and true gold.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“You've..&nbsp; come back.&nbsp; It happened, and I'm here to see it...”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja saluted with her fist over her heart, sinking down to one knee.&nbsp; “Chosen of the Sun, I am Sanja Viridian Aramis Thrace of Gens Avalon.&nbsp; In fulfillment of my ancestral duty to the Deliberative Navy, I and all of War Manse Thirteen stand ready to support the reclamation of Creation.”&nbsp; <br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>20-10-2018, 15:51:49</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia happily followed Ramalan towards the rooms set aside for "guests", letting out a startled, though not unhappy, gasp when she suddenly found herself pushed against a handy wall and kissed by the man fiercely.&nbsp; Not what she'd expected, but she wasn't going to complain as she kissed him back, matching his intensity with her own, panting softly once he pulled back to speak.<br><br>"So fierce," she cooed, biting her lower lip as he pinned her hands above her head and nibbled her ear.&nbsp; "Yes, don't hold back, captain.&nbsp; Show me just how strong you really are~"<br><br><div align="center">***</div><br>Ren reminded herself to remain polite in her dealings with their "hosts", offering a small smile in return to Spark so as not to appear rude or even slightly hostile.&nbsp; That she would reserve for this... Yolhu Tides.&nbsp; Just thinking about pounding his stoic face into the floor was causing her tail to twitch in excitement.<br><br>"My name is Ren, daughter of Shadow of Ice and servant of my lady, Xenovia," she introduced herself, continuing to follow the blonde young woman for the time being.&nbsp; "It is fine," she assured her, not overly concerned about it.&nbsp; Her own identity would not endanger Xenovia, but she feared the headstrong woman would eventually out herself.&nbsp; She could be startlingly reckless sometimes, after all.&nbsp; "I am what is called a godblooded, a half breed."&nbsp; She gave her ears a flick for emphasis.&nbsp; "I am not surprised you have not encountered my like before, given this island's rather remote location."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>20-10-2018, 18:14:21</strong>
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				Pearl smiled and blushed realizing&nbsp; she had not been very subtle about where eyes roamed&nbsp; " Well maybe when&nbsp; she is off duty you could introduce&nbsp; me to her, I would&nbsp; love to try some of her products." she shifted a bit&nbsp; nervously&nbsp; worrying she&nbsp; offended the&nbsp; young lady with her&nbsp; gaze about her form. " umm I am sorry&nbsp; for&nbsp; being so forward and blatantly looking over&nbsp; you like I did Lady Usha.<br><br>She&nbsp; paused lost in thought <em>this&nbsp; might lead me to an opportunity to confirm so things about her origins and maybe welcome her into the&nbsp; fold as friend and cherished priestess</em> She shook her head a bit.<br><br>She&nbsp; took a deep breath and smiled trying to calm her nerves. " So what&nbsp; are all your responsibilities and station here besides what i can see from earlier as a mix of warrior and diplomat Lady Usha?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>22-10-2018, 06:18:01</strong>
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				At the end of the hall within eye-shot of the lab doors two guards held their positions. Their reinforced buff jackets providing a bit of warmth in the cool hallways as they cooled their heels in conjunction with their orders. <br><br>"What do you think is going on behind that door?" The taller of the two pressed the shorter older man as he leaned his pike against the wall. <br><br>"We are here in case they raise a ruckus worth notifying someone over." The older gent said through his full mustache. <br><br>"Really? A ruckus? The lab tech weighs as much as my pike and the other with her couldn't pin a sail in a light breeze, what could they get up to that would be worth notifying." The taller turned to look back down the hall toward the banquet, that had been worth watching. <br><br>"Settle in kid, we watch that door, not the hall, and depending on the type, be it tech or friendlier, we could be here for a good stretch." The older gentleman crossed his arms, his own pike nestled comfortably inside the crook of his arm. <br><br>Then a pouring pf plasma gold seared from the cracks in the door, and flowed down the hall. The older gent reacted, bracing his pike against his foot, but holding before presenting it in threat, he had seen this once before and it had been their leader. Knowing they had abilities he could not understand, he prepared.&nbsp; "Kerns, notify the commander. I'lll hold. And get me some backup, yesterday!"<br>The taller, younger one, lost his footing as the liquid light seemed to wash forward to engulf them, and he scrambled once engulfed as a man swimming against the current. He was almost twenty feet from where his pike leaned, when he realized that the light was just that. At the order from the older gent, he rolled over and dashing down the hall, finally got his footing under him. The soldier left nary a thought for the pike that still leaned against the wall. <br><br>*************************************************************************************************************************************<br><br>"You have got to be kidding me, he just left the dinner." The guard looked to her companion as they followed along the path the Captain had taken with his consort. Just as they neared the corner of the hall leading to the guest quarters, she halted, was that the sounds of a scuffle? The gasp, was soon covered by the wet sounds of kissing, the two guards decided that discretion was the better part of valor and held their positions, knowing that the other end of the hall ended in this quarter's barracks. The two looked at each other, wistful glances being all they could share during duty, and settled in for the audio that would fuel their yearnings in hours to come. As they did, they saw Ren and Spark moving towards the training wings. Lots of activity here tonight Heron was going to have kittens. The two smirked to each other again. <br><br>*************************************************************************************************************************************<br><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7d/Commander_-_4.jpg/450px-Commander_-_4.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Ashen Heron (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XxXRLF3ZMW-zhaOxmoL-K7BTXP3tiH8Bu3DZTg3T7ug/edit#)</strong></span><br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Again the doors to the Hall opened and a young page in guard livery came forward to notify Heron from his right side. The Captain has left with a female towards the guest wing. Again the Captain dismissed the page with two fingers. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Moments later as Spark escorted Ren from the room, yet another youth in guard livery cut across the room to notify the Fire Aspect. He wondered why he had even decided to come to this meal, if he wasn't going to be able to represent. Then the beauty, Nara, returned, her words offered something more than he could accept, for tonight at least. Though she never seemed to open to him before this. The god-blood did appeal, and as a tryst may be approved, though his family has great plans for him. He eyed her fully as she suggested romance in the air. A daughter of Umari, how could that go wrong he wondered. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The doors to the banquet open again, through them for just a glimpse a formation of soldiers breastplates shield and sword presented await. A single soldier in reinforced buff jacket, wearing his helmet approaches the high table, to the right of Ashen Heron. "An incident sir, you requested to be notified. The Reclamation District. Your presence is requested." <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Raising his napkin to his lips, Heron bows his head to Spark Naru, "It seems we must leave those entertainments to those who are more... available. My apologies." Turning to Umari, he offers a grave look, before rising, "My Lord, I beg your forgiveness, but something has arisen that I must attend." Without awaiting his lord's nod, Heron backs to the door, a quick scan of the room he noticed that both Yolhu and he were being drawn from the room, he nodded gravely to Orchid. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;As he moved for the door, Naru shadowed his movements, this would prove interesting in the least. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>22-10-2018, 07:01:47</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/d/df/Brandi_Caliss.jpg/268px-Brandi_Caliss.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y_x7GMq1JWWKhrMt_OquzzLIMikvAMC3IOiT6bGF35g/edit)</strong></span><br><br>Verdant Orchid had knelt to the right and rear of her husband Umari since her duties as hostess had been dispensed, Umari as host had taken over that role she would be dutifully at his side until the end if he needed her. Then Heron had been summoned, his look of gravity had her understanding that it was her role as guard to Umari. Tucking her glasses into her cleavage, she rose, and nodded to the corner. A young woman gave voice to an acapella performance, notes and rhythm without words, yet accompanied by dance. Verdant Orchid rolled her hips and swayed, her movements sinuous as the vine, yet stable as the oak. Tracing the flow of fluids through her, her hands transitioned over her body in a dance that she used to hide the true efforts of her actions and that was to activate the stance form of her martial arts. Her dance swayed and cut back and forth, moving her between Umari and the remaining of the Captain's contingent as she moved. From between her shoulderblades the beauty pulled forth a wide chevron of blue jade with an intricate lens encased in gold, silver and jade centered within the device. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>29-10-2018, 13:45:45</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div>Spark (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark cocked her head at Ren's response as they continued down the corridor towards the dojo.&nbsp; “No no,” She shook her head, “It's not that at all.&nbsp; There's all kinds of god blooded.&nbsp; <em>I'm</em> a god blooded.&nbsp; My father is a Thunderbird who lends his essence to the island's defense systems.&nbsp; I learned to Measure the Wind from him.&nbsp; That's how I looked at your essence in the first place.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“A Thunderbird is an air elemental.&nbsp; When I look at my own essence, I see a slightly diminished mirror of my father's power.&nbsp; When I look at one of the Terrestrial Exated in the manse, there are similarities because of the elemental aspects of their essence, but I can see the difference between, say, my father's essence and Sanja's.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“I just haven't seen essence..&nbsp; like your...&nbsp; parent's before...&nbsp; What's that?”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Golden radiance washed down the hall, reflecting and rippling from place to place as the unique architecture of the Manse redirected the solar anima display like luminous water!&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark's eyes went wide, and she spun to look the other way.&nbsp; “But Umari's....”&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>29-10-2018, 14:36:44</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/fc/Beautiful-girl-pink-silk-clothes-jewelry-sword-in-hand-Asia-Oriental-fantasy-art-Wallpaper-for-Desktop-915x515_%281%29.png)</div><strong>Usha, Radiant Daughter of Umari Thousand Hands</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zE6BPyZ5ICcFPKm8A1zm4B1RauyP4opl3emVESMQTME/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Usha finally started to show some of her youth.&nbsp; The sapphire skinned girl's apology made her suddenly blush and giggle.&nbsp; “Oh, oh, oh!” she gasped.&nbsp; “Captain Pearl, I wasn't embarrassed 'til you apologized.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She shook her head and giggled, cheeks beat red, then continued, “What is it Sanja says?&nbsp; She was the girl in the delightfully scandalous sapphire silk ribbons.&nbsp; “Thank you for your gaze, Pearl.&nbsp; If you enjoy looking at me I've succeeded at something today.” <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Usha then blinked as the room started to, one conversation after another.&nbsp; Ripples of soft golden radiance washed their way under the door.&nbsp; &nbsp;.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The confused maiden's eyes went straight to Umari.&nbsp; She cocked her head in confusion, then stood, pausing as several soldiers traipsed out ahead of her.&nbsp; “Father...” She said to Umari.&nbsp; “That isn't y....”&nbsp; She clicked her jaw shut, then changed tactics.&nbsp; Who's anima s that?”&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>29-10-2018, 14:48:05</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mist's of Evensong had tensed and flexed her supple muscles a little.&nbsp; She took even breaths, but stretched her fingers subtly in preparation for defending herself without weapons.&nbsp; Then...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The dolphin god's daughter's eyes went wide.&nbsp; &nbsp;They shimmered the faint light of a sapphire lagoon in the sun.&nbsp; “Oh sweet gods...” she gasped&nbsp; “Mist's of Evensong met Umari Thousand Hands eyes and her own went wide as a saucer.&nbsp; “How is this possible?”&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>30-10-2018, 10:13:37</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan growled as he kissed Xenovia again, hot shivers in his body revealing his building passion.&nbsp; The captain gave Xenovia's right breast an squeeze.&nbsp; Then he curled his fingers in her bodice...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Before he could rip it open, Ramlan blinked and stopped.&nbsp; &nbsp;Dancing lights flooding the hallway?&nbsp; And from...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He took a step back and looked at his own hands.&nbsp; Then he looked the opposite direction up the hall.&nbsp; “If we're both here.”&nbsp; He looked the direction the water was racing up the halls, “And Cynthia is in that direction somewhere, who is this coming from?”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan spun smartly down the hall and quick stepped towards the source of the Anima.&nbsp; “Come on.”&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>30-10-2018, 19:01:25</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia gave a satisfied groan into Ramalon's mouth when he squeezed her breast, only to blink in confusion when he pulled away, though the dancing lights helped to clear it up rather fast.&nbsp; Confused for a different reason entirely, and more than a little frustrated, she frowned severely at this sudden turn of events.<br><br>"A question that needs answering, for certain," she replied, moving to follow the captain immediately once he started to move.<br><br><div align="center">***</div><br>Ren nodded slightly to Spark's explanation, having figured she had meant the Lunar half blood's parentage, having been trying to deflect the question by being as vague as possible about her answers.&nbsp; Thankfully a distraction came to put the question on hold, however the problem was the form the distraction took.&nbsp; The maid's eyes widened ever so slightly and she was suddenly gone, using her supernatural speed to its fullest.&nbsp; Anima being displayed meant one of two things; either someone was showing off, which was possible, but unlikely, or someone among their crew was in danger.&nbsp; Her money, given her charge's reckless nature, was on Xenovia.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>03-11-2018, 03:28:55</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> Umari listened attentively to Mists' story, nodding at the appropriate moments. "Your stories do not displease me," he said, giving a small smile. "It is always interesting to learn the events that shape a life." He frowned then, a pensive expression on his face. "I know of Skullstone, though we have never had any direct contact with them. Your tale is disturbing though. The dead should be left in the peace they have earned. I wonder if Skullstone seeks to expand its reach and find new sources of bodies to serve it. I must think much on this, but later."<br><br>When she rose to take her leave, he gave his ascent with a smile and a small wave of his hand. "Please, by all means enjoy yourself. We will have time to speak of other matters when the feasting is done."<br><br>When Ashen Heron rose to leave, he simply nodded, most of his attention on the newcomers within the hall, his eyes moving slowly from one to the next, watching how they interacted with his people, getting a feel for how easy it would be to integrate them. They seemed a capable crew, and would be a fine addition to the population of the war manse.<br><br>The rippling golden light that flowed into the hall caught his gaze, and his eyes widened. <em>Who ...?</em> He shook his head. <em>Has the Unconquered Sun graced us with another? Or is it one of the newcomers? I need to find out what's happening.</em><br><br>He rose from his place at the feasting table, flicking a quick hand gesture to call his trusted aides to his side as he strode across the floor. His eyes met Mists as he headed towards the doorway, and he gave her a small smile. "Please, my dear, join me. I'm as curious to find out what is happening here as you are."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>04-11-2018, 18:06:59</strong>
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				Pearl smiled abit&nbsp; " Well I am glad I did&nbsp; not offend you Usha."&nbsp; She paused for a&nbsp; moment and took a deep breath as&nbsp; light filled the room.<br><br>She turned to Usha "Well at least, this turn of events, might have saved us from Ramalan turning an evening of a respectable event into an orgy again." She shook her head and&nbsp; chuckled. She then offered a crooked arm and slipped her feet in her shoes. "Shall we&nbsp; go see what is&nbsp; going on Usha?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>05-11-2018, 02:39:44</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div>Spark (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark bound down stairs and raced down halls.&nbsp; Ren was fast and determined, and Spark wished the halls were wide enough that she could pause and unfurl her wings.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;They streaked passed a guardsman, who held his pike at the ready facing a closed door.&nbsp; “That's our workshop!” she called ahead to Ren.&nbsp; Where there had been little more than excitement a moment ago, there was now a hit of terror that Sanja might be in danger!&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Racing up to the door, she entered the pass code and leaped inside, reaching for her daiklaive...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She could barely bare to look at the radiant being in the midst of the lab!&nbsp; The phoenix-banner—which would normally be high in the sky—seemed to engulf the one it declared by the vaulted ceiling.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>06-11-2018, 16:52:04</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan had a brisk stepping way of crossing ground fast without seeming to run.&nbsp; He'd loosened his reaper daiklaive in it's scabbard as they got closer, but now his hand was nowhere near it.&nbsp; stepping in behind spark, Amethyst eyes squinted into the radiance out of habit.&nbsp; "A garda reborn from it's ashes," he spoke out.&nbsp; Then Amethyst&nbsp; eyes widened.&nbsp; He sort of gave a jerk of surprise, then laughed, moving around Spark, "And at the heart of it, a friend from the North, who told me her only power was what she learned from a Dragon Blooded sifu."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan grinned at Talitah and clasped her own the shoulder.&nbsp; His own caste mark--just Talitha's, the radiant sun at Zenith--burst to life on his brow.&nbsp; (Sending Sanja into stammers of surprise.)&nbsp; "I'm afraid we may be about to suffer a revocation of hospitality, Talitha, but you won't be facing it alone."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>07-11-2018, 09:55:28</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu continued his kata in peace in the dojo, however his harmony is broken not by brilliant golden light but sounds coming outside the dojo. He has lived many years in war manse and so he can easily tell by just sound alone something is off from usual. There was more feet moving, rushed running, urgency. He opens his eyes and goes to dojo door, instant he saw the shimmering hallway walls, he recognized a solar anima as he saw it. Without second for next thought his feet bolt on full throttle, Umari is likely in danger or something important is happening as Umari does not glow....but as he moves and follows to brigthest brilliance of light, he sees it does not come from dinning room...so had Umari moved? Or possibly a another chosen from manse had been chosen by Sol Invictus, which would be great boon and miracle since Umari's own ascension.<br><br>However as he moves, he notices others. He notices the woman (Ren) and Spark, catching up to them in his stride and then visitor, the captain, was there as well. As they arrived though, it was hard for him see through the brilliance but thanks his own unique hearing he could make out a female form in center of the brilliance. Then foreign captain (Ramalan) spoke, he listened carefully as it meant then the woman what he sensed was not from the manse.....and then man displayed his own caste mark as well; of zenith caste like Umari was! He was in ready stance, hands close to his blades as he expected violence in arriving on the scene and he had heard Ramalan's words about their hospitabillity being revoked.<br><br>Instead though Yolhu moved hands away from the blades and instead went down to one knee and made deep subservient and reverant bow towards Ramalan (and companion inside the room as well), exposing back of his head and neck. Only gesture which he had used only towards Umari himself before. He did it all in silence as he cannot anyway express in words his reverance and respect for solars, so he goes by through body language alone. As only one even close to their equal is Umari, according both by first age teachings and role dragon-bloods do serve solars. Umari may have benefit of age as neither man before him nor woman appear same age as Umari but age is deceptive thing among their kind, so better not make any assumptions.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>12-11-2018, 03:13:00</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Ren was able to navigate her way to the source of the anima with relative ease, as it was a fairly obvious display of power, and was swift to reach under her skirt for one of her knives, only to stop and stare when she saw what the source actually was.&nbsp; Instead of Xenovia, like she'd expected, the woman who her mistress had joined on stage was the one putting on the show in question, and, given the lack of violence of any sort, it really was simply that.&nbsp; She had her caste mark and banner on full blast, almost blindingly bright in its intensity, to the point she almost didn't notice when Ramalan and Xenovia arrived on the scene as well, with the former joining in on showing off.&nbsp; The maid turned her gaze towards her mistress, silently pleading with her not to join in on this blatant example of idiocy, but realizing it was, truly, a foolish hope to hold in the first place.<br><br><div align="center">***</div><br>Xenovia was suitably surprised when she and Ramalan arrived upon the scene that was the source of the anima's brilliant glow, her own eyes widening a touch when she saw who it was that was putting on such a vibrant, unmistakable display.&nbsp; While she'd sensed more to Talitha than met the eye, she had assumed she was godblooded, but to see that she was also a child of the Unconquered Sun.&nbsp; She noted Ren's presence, though her focus remained on Talitha, wondering why she had chosen to give herself away like this.&nbsp; This pondering was disrupted, however, when Ramalan chose to join her, causing the blonde haired woman to sigh softly.&nbsp; So much for a hot tumble between the sheets.&nbsp; Maybe if they survived this she could talk them into a threesome?<br><br>"Sorry, Ren," she murmured as she stepped past the silently pleading maid, her own Caste mark blazing to life, the Dawn Solar adding her light to theirs, the blindingly brilliant white light tinged with the soft red of a rose.&nbsp; "You simply must share your story with us if we survive the night," she said to Talitha once she'd joined them.&nbsp; "For now, how about we put on another show, eh?"&nbsp; She reached into seemingly thin air and withdrew Echoes of Ash, the weapon emerging from the ether with a burst of fire as she gave it a flourish before driving the tip down into the floor with her hands resting upon its pommel.&nbsp; "I am Xenovia Lightbringer, Lady of Elegance, Patron of the Arts, Herald of Victory, and Guardian of Creation!"&nbsp; As she spoke her eyes burned with the same white-hot light that shone from her brow, the symbol of a rose in bloom tracing in golden arcs behind her as her anima manifested itself fully.&nbsp; "Look upon me, upon us, and know that the chosen of the Unconquered Sun have returned!"&nbsp; She struck a very different figure than she had before, the facade she once wore seemingly burned away in the blinding radiance of the Unconquered Sun's light.&nbsp; "Let all that would serve Him rejoice, and all that would oppose Him despair, for I shall show no mercy to any who would declare themselves to be His enemy."&nbsp; She leveled Echoes of Ash's tip at the gathering people, its length bursting into flame once more.&nbsp; "The Lawgivers have spoken."<br><br><div align="center">***</div><br>Ren closed her eyes, ears drooping, and let out a soft groan under her breath.&nbsp; So much for this being a peaceful visit.&nbsp; She would briefly look at Spark, offering her a soft smile, then join her mistress, going to one knee beside her, ready to act should the need arise.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>13-11-2018, 06:57:40</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/d/df/Brandi_Caliss.jpg/268px-Brandi_Caliss.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y_x7GMq1JWWKhrMt_OquzzLIMikvAMC3IOiT6bGF35g/edit)</strong></span><br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A thrill of joy raced through Orchid as she watched the essence bring the tower to life, essence channels lit up like Winter Festival and she glowed before she realized the threat this posed, then confusion as she noticed it wasn't from Umari. Watching Umari rise to the occasion, Verdant Orchid ceased her dance, though she nodded to the handmaid in the corner who vanished from the room through the servant's entrance to the side. As Umari invited the beauty to walk with him instead of her, she was hurt, not even one of the other wives, but this-- No, he had other reasons for keeping her close, perhaps she was the biggest threat here. He was that kind of leader, never willing to put others at risk where he would not. She was younger, by so much, she was an underwife, and she was a warrior at his back, this would be where she was needed. And if the vixen turned, she would end the life that took her... that threatened Umari. A flick of her wrist and the jade chevron opened fully to a broad windblade and the gorgeous one in purple took three steps and bounded into the air to plant her feet not on stone but the hovering surface of her transportation. Twin protrusions crackled with essence from the front of the wings as she took her place behind and to the right of Umari, by chance behind the lovely that walked with him now. <br><br><br>***************************************************************************************************************************************<br><br><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7d/Commander_-_4.jpg/450px-Commander_-_4.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Ashen Heron (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XxXRLF3ZMW-zhaOxmoL-K7BTXP3tiH8Bu3DZTg3T7ug/edit#)</strong></span><br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;As the door shut behind him, he ordered the men to contain and detain all within, with the exception of Umari. Then he was quickly brought abreast of the situation, just as the glow reached them and the hall behind. Stepping to the fore of his men, Ashen Heron took the first steps to addressing the disturbance, only to have the banquet hall doors, doors he had all but sealed open behind him. Cutting an eye backwards to find out who would be on crap duty for a year, Ashen Heron saw the approach of Umari. Change of plans? Did his lord not believe he could handle it? Snapping orders for entourage, he quickly took the left side of Umari as he saw that Verdant Orchid, on her windblade was to the right. Down the halls they march, Umari ensconced within a protective shell of military, then advisors and attendants, finally his Captain of the Guard and his underwife. Heron only took a moment's thought for the woman at Umari's side, he did not know her, and knew her only as one of those brought in that day, yet she was attended. By Umari and Orchid, she would not be allowed to be a problem. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;As they approached the contingent who held reverent defense outside the doorway, he was notified that several had entered the room ahead of them. Yolhu was one, but the light obscured the blurred forms of the others who rushed in. "Master Umari, I humbly suggest that you hold the ground here, while the threat is identified." His head bowed, he dreaded the coming words. Knowing that his lord and leige would do no such thing. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>13-11-2018, 09:31:15</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The captain turned, shoulder to shoulder with the other two solars.&nbsp; HE cocked his head at the reaction of those around them.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramlan took on his own inner light, then.&nbsp; His voice rang out like a deep brass bell.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“We have come again.&nbsp; The world cowers in darkness, and we bring to you the light we have been given.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Light orbited him and coalesced into a great radiant serpent.&nbsp; &nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Stand, friends.&nbsp; We do not come to lower you.&nbsp; We come to lift you up beside us.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Looking towards the heavens, the serpent reared up as true gold wings sprouted from his back and stretched out...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“I am Ramalan Fire Orchid, a light who charts a course through shadow.&nbsp; Come with us.&nbsp; We shall find our way together to Creation's bright new dawn.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The serpent leaped up towards the high vaulted ceiling, joining the other images.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>15-11-2018, 02:51:13</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> Umari smiled as the others fell in around him. Should treachery be afoot, he would have at least one bargaining chip in his hand, but something inside of him whispered that this was not the case.<br><br>The glow ahead increased in intensity as he walked through the corridors, and he narrowed his eyes a little to accommodate it. He turned as Ashen Heron spoke, giving a nod and a smile to signify his approval for his protectiveness. "I appreciate your desire to place yourself in danger ahead of me, but I think this is something that I must attend to personally." His fingers flicked a quick message in front of his chest, the silent war cant the manse military used when speech aloud could be dangerous. <em>Ready response force. Armoured. Hold here. Guard. Ready.</em><br><br>Parting the guards, he stepped through their ranks, moving to the doorway and pausing there to take in the show of power in the room, the flickering animas and solar caste marks, and the assorted expressions on the faces of his guests.<br><br>"It would seem Captain that you have perhaps more, and stranger, stories to tell than I bargained in when you accepted my hospitality this day." His voice was calm and measured, seeking to diffuse any potential for violence, and reminding the newcomers that they had accepted guest-right would hopefully quell further any violence. His lips quirked in a sign of slight amusement before he continued. "I have to say, you have an odd way of announcing yourself, when you eventually got around to it. But since it seems the light has cast away the shadows that concealed, I suppose we have much now to discuss. Moreso than we did before anyway."<br><br>With an effort of will, he let a little essence trickle into his own caste mark, causing it to bloom on his forehead. Simple and understated, compared to the full animas that danced in the room, but he suspected it would have just as great an impact on his guests as they had had on the inhabitants of the manse.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>15-11-2018, 22:18:27</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Seeing the others appear one by one, lighting their banners for all of them to see seemed to lift Talitha's spirits. Who knew she was in the company of such proud solars. Though the greatest shock of all had come when the island's lord had joined them, lighting off his caste mark! Now things were getting very interesting indeed. Though it did make her kind of curious to see what Lord Umari's Banner might have been. Though for the moment she guessed maybe it was time to let off show works and just get back to things indeed. She took a deep breath and slowly began to dismiss her anima banner. Slowly the image of the phoenix began to burn away. It would blaze again to life one day as well soon enough. However for the moment she was good for it. <br><br>&nbsp;She then turned to Ramalan. "Sorry for lying to you about my heritage. After what had happened to me...I was a bit hesitant." she said to him before turning to Sanja. She knelt down and offered her hand to her. "You don't need to kneel before me. While I am a solar I am still the person you met on the dance floor earlier." she said to her as she turned her head to the others, her eyes settling on the beautiful Spark. She blushed a it before turning back to Sanja and then the other gathered in the room. "Oh um...sorry for the light show..." she said actually sounding a bit sheepish for the display itself.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>16-11-2018, 12:56:03</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu kept head down until Ramalan spoke to stand up, he did raise his head but he did not move to stand besides him or otherwise. However he did listen and look on all the solars with calm if bit restrained awed expression. Once Umari arrived he moved to stand and gave him deep bow and moved stand besides him. Once Umari showed his own status as a solar, it should clarify to Ramalan that it was not just him refusing the offer to join him, but rather he has already struck deep loyalties to another solar and he will not betray them, even if for another solar. None the less the matter and details of the manse, it's unique nature and their society asks lots explaining and words to do, so even if Ramalan would understand local military hand signs, Yolhu will not start explaining or talking. Just stand, listen and observe. As he can see other soldiers and fellow dragon-blood soldier Ashen Hero was on guard, so he likewise took similar stance as even if solars are revered in the manse, it does not mean they cannot turn into enemies. As much records of first era survived to tell solars had fought each other for power somepoint so it's not impossible. However Yolhu was hopeful this encounter opens a new era, a interesting new chapter, for the War Manse 13 as this is first contact with solars outside their own manse.<br><br><em>"Thank god this was found out before we proceed to second phase of the integration what we usually do to shipwrecked strangers."</em>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>17-11-2018, 20:20:27</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mists of Evensong walked in a sort of trance.&nbsp; Measuring the wind had revealed to her something she'd thought&nbsp; impossible—Umari Thousand Hands was not only a solar exalted—like her master—but one so powerful that he must have been around and active for well over a century.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mists knew something of the Wyld Hunts the Scarlet Empire sent after the Chosen of the Sun.&nbsp; When she was a child, they'd occasionally made for grand and terrible stories—scores of elemental heroes assembling vast armies to defend Creation from ancient foes reborn.&nbsp; Since coming to understand the true nature of Ramalan's power, she'd read two formally written histories of the Wyld hunt.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If the Scarlet Empress had not vanished, surely her Master would have been slain long before he could have come into what power he had now, before he could have gained her service, and that of Heart's Ablaze and Kaname.&nbsp; The three had made a secret agreement among themselves about the one order they would disobey.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;None of them would let their master face the Wyld Hunt without them.&nbsp; <br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Perhaps it wouldn't come to that.&nbsp; With Xenovia and Cynthia sharing her master's blessing, with Talitha's supernatural martial arts, and the fleet Ramalan was building...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;And now, a new friend?&nbsp; A Solar who had remained free and strong to gain such power?&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Except—Mists noted the veiled hostility of the woman flying after them.&nbsp; Umari had his beloved too, and one of them was not pleased.&nbsp; Was it with her?&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Stepping into a workshop where Ramalan and Xenovia were not only revealing their caste marks—but showing signs of having expended great amounts of power, Mist's eyes widened.&nbsp; “Talitha?” she whispered, surprised.&nbsp; When Ramalan had first&nbsp; taken Talitha aboard—mists believed her nature to be similar to her own, and that her master meant to add Talitha to his harem, grant her the same protection he gave Mists and her sisters.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;No, Talitha was a solar as well?&nbsp; <em>Did master know?</em><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mists of Evensong wondered if she should speak up, but instead stepped back from Umari. Finding herself standing next to where Verdant Orchid hovered, she glanced curiously—and a bit nervously—up at her counterpart.&nbsp; <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>17-11-2018, 23:04:46</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/9/9b/Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg/480px-Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y_x7GMq1JWWKhrMt_OquzzLIMikvAMC3IOiT6bGF35g/edit)</strong></span>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Verdant Orchid appreciated that she did not fall into his guard or armed forces, she was not restrained by his words and would continue to follow. Thankful the handmaid had retrieved her bow and caught up with her she now stood armed, though not armored with her Jade Powerbow allowing the amethyst enamelling to reflect the golden light in various shades of amber. She hovered silently as he and his ESCORT moved forward. Then she was taken completely by surprise. First she had expected to find one of their own having been graced with the golden touch, then she finds that not one but three of the new-comers were blazing with golden essence. The Captain even held the same caste mark as Umari. Her eyes went wild, Yolhu was just now kneeling, and she did so as well planting a hand on the forward ridge of the windblade her bow held behind her in her right hand. Her eyes still cut left and right with panic, what did this mean, did they exalt here, or were they this powerful walking in the door. They were too comfortable with their power, no they held this status before. Why were they here then?<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Then Mists moved, it was just a step, but it was to her Lords back, Orchid gazed down to meet her nervous eyes. The beauty was holding together so much better than she. Was she nervous that Orchid would stop her from trying to stab their lord in the back, what did she see looking back? Would the warrior persona be enough to restrain a seasoned killer from trying while her lord was distracted. Panic shone clearly in her eyes as she whispered to the maiden, "Dont."<br><br>************************&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; ******************************&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*****************************<br><br><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7d/Commander_-_4.jpg/450px-Commander_-_4.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Ashen Heron (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XxXRLF3ZMW-zhaOxmoL-K7BTXP3tiH8Bu3DZTg3T7ug/edit#)</strong></span><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;As the liege stepped forward Ashen Heron began detailing what he wanted in this hall, and evacuation plans for the floor above and below. He called for their heavy infantry, and corps of engineers, he wanted to shut this wing down. Isolate the power, prepare to seal the hall off. He listened as Umari commented to the Captain, well now he knew where they were. His attention returned to the man at the door, the man who held his respect and reverence. Then he floored the Captain as his forehead glowed with its golden hue as the Lord stood in the doorway for all to see. This was almost too much but as he watched the girl who had accompanied their leige, nervously took a step back looking up to Orchid. The commander's right hand erupted in flame as he held his actions to see what her plan was, but he would not allow his lord to be ambushed. He waited to see if the flames caught her attention, and if they did he used his left hand to wave her further back from his Lord. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>17-11-2018, 23:25:32</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>As one might imagine, Xenovia and Ren were both quite taken by surprise when the esteemed Lord Umari revealed that he, too, was also one of those chosen by the Unconquered Sun.&nbsp; To say this was astonishing, given his apparent age and power, was an understatement of massive proportions.&nbsp; Before she could think to comment about this discovery, however, she caught an exchange happening just out of the lord's line of sight, an exchange that set her blood to boiling and her anima to flare anew.<br><br>"Enough!"&nbsp; she shouted, slamming Echoes of Ash into the floor once again and glaring at the lord's escorts.&nbsp; "Forgive me, Lord Umari, but is it common practice for your guards to threaten an unarmed, frightened woman who is <em>already stepping away from their charge</em>?"&nbsp; She seemed somehow larger, her presence taking up much more of the room than should be possible, as her anger was made manifest.&nbsp; "There is due caution and then there is blatant idiocy!&nbsp; We did not come here by choice in the first place, so why would we offer violence to such initially gracious hosts?"&nbsp; She continued to glare, though she had yet to make any move to advance or attack.&nbsp; "The only reason we have taken such a stance now is the unreasoning hatred the world has for us, where instead of celebrating our return and welcoming us with open arms they drive us from our homes and try to slaughter us for the crime of merely drawing breath!"&nbsp; She took a moment to calm down, drawing in a deep breath and letting it out slowly, her anima seemingly diminishing as she reigned in her temper.&nbsp; "I apologize for my outburst, Lord Umari, but I could not ignore this disturbing display of incompetence among your personal retainers and guards.&nbsp; I realize I have perhaps overstepped my bounds, but under the circumstances I hope you can understand why."<br><br>***<br><br>Ren, meanwhile, was as nervous as a long tailed cat in a room full of rocking chairs, remaining at Xenovia's side and hoping this wasn't about to become a fight.&nbsp; Damn her mistress's temper and stupid sense of chivalry!&nbsp; Why couldn't her charge be more cautious in such an obviously volatile situation?<br><br>"Please don't make this worse," she whispered, Xenovia barely able to catch the plea given how quiet it was.&nbsp; "At least think about how much trouble you're making for me before you jump into danger, again."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>18-11-2018, 01:27:50</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> Umari listened to Xenovia's outburst with a solemn expression. His pose and expression were both calm and controlled, his intent not to see matters escalated clear. When she was done he looked over his shoulder at the women behind him, and then turned back to Xenovia.<br><br>"My people are protective of me, just as yours are of you, I have no doubt. The stories I have heard of the world beyond our shores ... yes, I can understand your need for caution, but we are not without potential enemies of our own. There are many who sail the Western Ocean who are friend to none. I am sure I do not need to tell you as much, for you have traveled far. If you are concerned for your safety, then perhaps this may reassure you."<br><br>He turned to take in the others of the Manse who stood around the room, meeting the eyes of each in turn before speaking. "This moment has the potential to see all that we have worked for, all that your ancestors have worked towards for a thousand years, to come to fruition. From the seeds of this day, a new Solar Deliberative may rise, but it will take all of us, working as one. I will offer my hand in friendship to our guests, and share with them our dream. Unless any prove themselves false, unless they raise their hand against us, let none raise a hand against them."<br><br>"If we are to rebuild the Golden Age of our ancestors, to bring the light of the Unconquered Sun back to this world, then let the first sign of trust be here, now."<br><br>He turned back to the newcomers and stepped forwards, offering his hand out. "Together, we can make this world what it once was, and can be again. I offer my hand to you now in friendship, and in the hope that we can become as one accord, to raise this world from what it is, to what it can be." <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>18-11-2018, 01:37:31</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu stood in guarded stance, not hands close to his weapons but otherwise wary stance near Umari. As he saw how other dragon-bloods over reacted to presence of one guests near Umari, even before Xenovia's outburst he shook his head. As Umari spoke he looked him, looked on guests and then to his comrades. Hoping despite the overreaction the guests do not panic or bolt and the bright light made him doubt the soldiers or Heron could see his hand signs.<br><br>When Umari is offering his hand, Yolhu likewise stepped forward and offered his hand, not towards solars but to Ren, the catgirl maid whom he had offended earlier and invited to settle the bad blood between them in a dojo match. He's silent but calm with his motions. His eyes looking to Ren's and waiting her response for friendship and peace offering, sharing his sentiment with Umari.<br><br>Of course his own case his ancestors are unknown nor have thousands years spanning ancestry tree as he likewise once was outsider but who through years and hard work had earned his own rank and place in War Manse 13. Only few times his status as outsider had caused bit social problems with natives over the years. Even after getting his present rank. But that all is unknown to guests or anyone not familiar with him and his past. Albeit most military staff, Umari and Umari's family are aware as to get to this position asks great deal trusts from the most influential family in the manse.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>18-11-2018, 02:11:37</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/9/9b/Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg/480px-Verdant_Orchid_Combat.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Verdant Orchid (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Y_x7GMq1JWWKhrMt_OquzzLIMikvAMC3IOiT6bGF35g/edit)</strong></span>When: During the confrontation<br>Where:&nbsp; In the Hallway&nbsp; outside the door<br>With: Mists of Eventide and Umari<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Orchid was relieved as her Master and husband acknowledged the situation, though the outburst almost drew her attention from the woman at his back. When he stated that none would raise a hand to the guests, she immediately stood and stepped from her windblade, commanding it to fold and catching it as she fell to a knee her bow stayed out behind her, the chevron of the transport at her breast. Such relief was washing through her that she could hardly hear what her husband was decreeing from there, the sound of her own heartbeat washing out almost everything else. <br><br>************************&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; ******************************&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;*****************************<br><br><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7d/Commander_-_4.jpg/450px-Commander_-_4.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Ashen Heron (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XxXRLF3ZMW-zhaOxmoL-K7BTXP3tiH8Bu3DZTg3T7ug/edit#)</strong></span>When:&nbsp; During the Confrontation<br>Where:&nbsp; Outside the room 10 yards down the hall<br>Wit: A full contingent of the guard, and Umari's personal retainers. roughly 18 people blocking the hall, several runners are racing away with their orders. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;As Umari's words of calm entered the hall after the outburst, Heron stood straighter. Without distraction from the action, he allowed his flame to dissipate and lowered his hand to his side. The declaration of trust, went against all that he had trained for, yet he allowed his gaze to leave the woman at his leader's back as he dropped to a knee in fealty to his lord's decree. The troops, runners, and councillors followed suit all taking a knee in unison.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>28-11-2018, 08:25:29</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/fc/Beautiful-girl-pink-silk-clothes-jewelry-sword-in-hand-Asia-Oriental-fantasy-art-Wallpaper-for-Desktop-915x515_%281%29.png)</div><strong>Usha, Radiant Daughter of Umari Thousand Hands</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zE6BPyZ5ICcFPKm8A1zm4B1RauyP4opl3emVESMQTME/edit)<br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=287996.msg14487085#msg14487085">Quote from: Marie Reynolds on 04-11-2018, 18:06:59</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote">Pearl smiled abit&nbsp; " Well I am glad I did&nbsp; not offend you Usha."&nbsp; She paused for a&nbsp; moment and took a deep breath as&nbsp; light filled the room.<br><br>She turned to Usha "Well at least, this turn of events, might have saved us from Ramalan turning an evening of a respectable event into an orgy again." She shook her head and&nbsp; chuckled. She then offered a crooked arm and slipped her feet in her shoes. "Shall we&nbsp; go see what is&nbsp; going on Usha?"<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Even to Usha, the situation was bizzare and frightening, truth but told, but she took three deep breaths, then rose and offered Paearl her arm.&nbsp; "I think, perhaps, we have much to learn from each other, captain.&nbsp; Lead the way."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>30-11-2018, 01:51:12</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://ih0.redbubble.net/image.368529591.4800/flat,800x800,070,f.u2.jpg)</div><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Nara (Yohlu's Leiutenant)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/13V858sHrhKuR2YuB8lK_v4yhmC9ezX1fq_Yx-ZJk6pQ/edit)<br><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;With Umari's orders given to hold back and secure the hall, Nara clenched her teeth and assumed a position as commanded, readying her essence to call forth a lance of light.&nbsp; The sapphire clad blond's stomach churned at a failure—her primary duty in service to the Manse was as Yolhu's assistant and translator.&nbsp; Without her, his brilliance could be easily locked inside of a shell of silence, with no way to communicate save violence.&nbsp; Any complications that brought forth in such a pivotal moment were solely her accountability.”&nbsp; <br><br>*&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;*&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;*<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mists swallowed hard as it came more and more to her that she was becoming the focus of a potential disaster.&nbsp; She gave a little jump when Echoes of Ash slammed into the floor of the manse.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>30-11-2018, 02:02:46</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br><br><br>Pearl walked a steady pace till the others were out of&nbsp; sight and she kept walking at her pace&nbsp; half turned to her&nbsp; Usha and smiled " I must apologize but when we first arrived I used a gift of mine&nbsp; to see the quality and&nbsp; source of essence users around me when you and your envoy appeared.&nbsp; So it seems you are descended from&nbsp; some one that might have a lot in common with some members of my associates. So Is it true? and I pray I have not offended in my exercise of caution, but when i saw you meant to engage us peacefully I wanted to come and ask you one on one if it is true? I felt I owed you that much courtesy since you have been such a gracious hostess."<br><br>She continued to escort her and&nbsp; keeping her arm in her crooked arm but she still seems very relaxed and her body language tells of someone being tactfully and respectfully with the reveal of the information she had gleaned.<br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>30-11-2018, 02:09:33</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramlan offered a soothing smile to all and sundry.&nbsp; He looked away from Umari's eyes as he rested a soothing hand Xenovia's shoulder.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Reaching a hand out towards Mists of Evensong, he let the winged serpent fade from the sky.&nbsp; “Come to me, Mists.&nbsp; I see only friends here.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The god blooded girl gave a swallow and--hands empty at her sides--hurried between the radiant titans to her master's side.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;When she was safely at his side, Ramalan's eyes returned to Umari once again and now he took the older man's hand in a confident clasp.&nbsp; His free hand now reached out for Xenovia's, inviting her and Talitha to join them.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“I accept with pride and gladness, Umari, and offer my friendship as well.&nbsp; Let us stand together to lift Creation to the glories of the First Age and beyond.”&nbsp; &nbsp; <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>30-11-2018, 03:41:39</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja's eyes still danced in awe.&nbsp; For a moment, she tensed, both concerned and confused.&nbsp; Idealistic and young, Sanja was far too intelligent not to understand the source of the tension when confronted with it.&nbsp; She was deeply concerned that the others weren't stepping up to salute just as fast as she, Umari not stepping up instantly to assume his rightful place among the other solars.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;But the tension did not last long.&nbsp; <br><br><div class="quoteheader"><div class="topslice_quote"><a href="https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=287996.msg14510222#msg14510222">Quote from: Sessha on 15-11-2018, 22:18:27</a></div></div><blockquote class="bbc_standard_quote"><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div>She knelt down and offered her hand to her. "You don't need to kneel before me. While I am a solar I am still the person you met on the dance floor earlier." she said to her as she turned her head to the others, her eyes settling on the beautiful Spark. She blushed a it before turning back to Sanja and then the other gathered in the room. "Oh um...sorry for the light show..." she said actually sounding a bit sheepish for the display itself.<br></blockquote><div class="quotefooter"><div class="botslice_quote"></div></div><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The dragon blooded smiled up at Talitha and took her hand, coming lightly to her feet. “Don't apologise for being beautiful,” She replied, heart light, hammering with excitement.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>07-12-2018, 02:14:58</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> Umari smiled broadly as Ramalan took his hand, feeling the tension surrounding them start to ebb away like the receding tide. "Let the word go forth amongst all our people," he said, turning to address the inhabitants of the manse, "And let this be a day of celebration. The Unconquered Son has brought all of us together, and together we can ... and will ... achieve so much more than either of us could do alone."<br><br>He turned back to Ramalan and gestured towards the hallway outside. "Will you return back to the feast hall with me, and let all there see the will of the Unconquered Sun returned? We have much to talk about now, for me to tell you of our home, and you to tell me of the world beyond it."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>07-12-2018, 04:44:00</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Seeing how everything was slowly calming down. No thanks in some small part to her, but that was how it went. She offered a light smile to Sanja her words seeming to send more color into her cheeks. "Oh u...thank you." she said smiling sheepishly. She then turned to Umari when he addressed them to return to the banquet hall. She stepped closer to Umari. "Forgive me Lord Umari, but would you please excuse my absence from the night's feast. I'm a bit overwhelmed by everything. Is there is a quiet place I might reflect and re-center myself? Perhaps something a calm relaxing view?" she asked him. The whole litney of events had sort of strained her mentally for the moment. She just wanted a bit of time to get herself re-centered and she would rejoin them. Plus she had expended a lot of essence just now and wanted time to recover some of it. She turned to Sanja "Also I would not mind if Sanja joined me. I could use an attendant and a friend." she said offering the air dragon-blooded a soft smile before her eyes darted back to blonde haired god-blooded Spark. Their eyes making full contact, allowing the Solar to take in the God-blooded's full measure.<br><br>&nbsp;The women's strikingly beautiful features made her blush deepen a bit more. Ever since her awakening as a Solar she had felt desires she thought she had suppressed long ago. A life time ago now it seemed. In truth it had only been maybe eight months. She only hoped Sister Amala had escaped after she did. She remembered well the stories told of what the Hunt would do to the Amathema they found and any who went with them. It was not a fate she wished on anyone, even her enemies. It was why combined with all of this that seemed to mentally overwhelm the former Immaculate Order Acolyte. Still she was here because of new beginnings. So why not see where they would go.&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>11-12-2018, 01:33:47</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> "By all means," Umari replied to Talitha, giving her a small smile. "This has been more excitement than we have seen in, well, a longer time than most would care to remember." He turned to Sanja and gave her a nod. "If you wish to also be excused, this will be quite alright. Perhaps you might show our guest to the Western watchtower shortly." He turned his head back towards Talitha and continued. "The rooftop of the watchtower is a good spot to meditate, with the ocean as far as the eye can see ... when there isn't a storm battering it at least. First though, I would ask you to accompany us back to the feast hall for a short time."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>12-12-2018, 10:05:29</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div>Spark (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark's eyes widened a little when Talitha's eyes seemed to invite her to come as well.&nbsp; She pointed at her face shyly, with quetioning eyes, and felt her cheeks warm more than a little.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja found herself grinning.&nbsp; She gave a curtsy, "By your leave then, my lord, Spark and i will guide Lady Talitha to the Western Watchtower."&nbsp; Sanja beckoned her blond friend to join them, and Spark slipped through the crowd to do so.&nbsp; Excitable and whimsical as ever, the god blooded blond didn't stop to remember her last assignment, or wonder if it was still in effect.&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>12-12-2018, 10:25:31</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Shaking hands with Umari felt to Ramalan to be a monumental moment, like he could feel the weight of destiny's course aligning itself with that moment.&nbsp; "Yes, my new friend, let us have a more proper conversation."&nbsp; He took Xenovia's arm and flashed her a smile, then moved to take her arm so that the three of them could lead the procession back to the dining hall.&nbsp; Mists of Evensong hurried to fall in behind them, walking at a respectful distance but still hesitant to let a stranger at her beloved master's back.&nbsp; &nbsp; <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>12-12-2018, 19:14:05</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Ren let out a relieved little sigh when the lord showed himself, relaxing ever so slightly as a result.&nbsp; Xenovia, meanwhile, remained tense for a few moments, then, slowly, relaxed as well, letting her guard drop and dismissing Echoes of Ash, sending it back to the spaces between for the time being.&nbsp; Speaking of Ren, the maid found herself staring at the hand of Yolhu Tides, who had taken the opportunity to bury the hatchet without the need for their match.&nbsp; Pettiness made her wish to ignore that hand, but, given the current atmosphere, the cat eared woman felt it would be foolish to cling to such sentiments, gingerly reaching out to give his hand a brief, firm clasp before pulling back and returning to Xenovia's side once more.<br><br>"That sounds like a splendid idea, my dear captain," Xenovia agreed, allowing him to take her arm, her earlier persona sliding back into place now that the threat of violence breaking out had passed.&nbsp; "Do forgive my earlier outburst, Lord Umari."&nbsp; She had the grace to blush, lowering her gaze demurely.&nbsp; "I am afraid I let my passions run away with my sense."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>21-12-2018, 04:30:51</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> Umari smiled as he led the procession back towards the feasting hall, turning to look over his shoulder as Xenovia spoke. When she finished he gave a simple nod. "In your place, I might well have acted similarly. Words mend much easier than deeds, and no lasting harm was done."<br><br>As they entered the feasting hall again, he caught sight of many eyes turning towards them, and raised his hands to draw the attention of the crowd. After a few moments, the conversation faded, leaving the room in relative silence. "My friends ... my people," he began, letting his gaze drift across the room. "Today is a momentous day for us." His lips curled in a soft smile as hushed conversation buzzed around the room, faces showing confusion, excitement and a host of other expressions. "For a thousand years we have waited, and held to our faith, waiting for the signs that our Lord has not abandoned us. Waiting for the signs that indicate we are to take our rightful place in the world once more. Your sacrifice, your faith, all that your ancestors have laboured for, today is the day that their work is to be rewarded."<br><br>He turned slightly, raising a hand to Ramalan and indicating that the captain should step up beside him. "Some of you may have met, or spoken with our new guests. Perhaps they have told you a little of what passes on the tides beyond our island in recent days and years." He paused, giving a smile of amusement. "It would seem however that they were keeping a few secrets from us, initially. These secrets have been revealed to some of your comrades and kinfolk already." He turned towards Ramalan and gestured towards the crowd. "I would ask that you share your secret with the rest of my people. Show them that centuries of toil and hardship, of struggle and sacrifice, have brought us to this moment of destiny, so that in years to come, they can say 'I was there'. I was there when the world turned and began again. I was there at the dawn of the new age."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>21-12-2018, 16:45:36</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu clasped hands briefly with <strong>Ren</strong>, glad that she saw situation demand to bury hatched which had formed on their initial encounter. Albeit he thinks some lingering resentment may be there but it either fade with time or will be dealt later as for now most important was symbolic gesture in itself to public and also between them; they are now allies someways, but even allies may have grudges or dislikes and those are solved out as allies than potential enemies.<br><br><em>Glad that no further conflict came up, as I imagine burying hatchets would been impossible if she had been already molested or tried convert become War Manse forcibly like we usually do with folks who come our shores.</em><br><br>At least that's what Yolhu thought about it.<br><br>As group starts move towards the grand meeting hall, he himself moves closer to <strong>Nara</strong>, walking besides her and looking her he smiles and signs to her; <em>"Today will be historic day for our people."</em> He then moved hand on her shoulder, as it means big things will happen in future and it will depend on each one doing their part. Nara and Yolhu himself. Yolhu already can feel great winds of destiny blowing hard on War Manse 13. So likely Nara feels it as well but they will sail said winds together then.<br><br><hr><div class="floatleft"><strong>Khrui Tinker</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/e5/d6/c9/e5d6c9abc7c09e3c2e438ba616dde04e.jpg)</div><br>Khrui had moved to kitchen after doing his delivery, he enjoyed the performance visually and in audio, but his hands were too busy to clap and he had lots work to do. So he continued labor in kitchen until everything halts....as kitchen staff was called out as Umari is holding a speech so he moved outside the kitchen. Standing near kitchen doors he keenly observes the scene, something <em>big</em> was about happen and so he focuses to immortalize the moment to his perfect memory.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>22-12-2018, 01:00:59</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha noded her head thankful for the opportunity to get some space to herself to digest what happened. However is invitation to bear with them a bit longer was interesting. What did he have in mind? So she followed after the group to the main feasting hall. When he began to speak did she finally get an idea of what he was intending when he turned to them and ushered them forward. She looked to the other two Solars in the group. "Well I guess here we go again." she muttered to the two of them ruefully as she decided to step forward. <br><br>&nbsp;As she stepped forward she could see many of the guests were curious, some whispering to themselves about the green haired beauty and such. As she moved to the center of the chamber she placed her hands across her chest, fist under open palm as though she made to bow to them before she took a breath. As she inhaled she reached within her soul to touch the fount of celestial power she knew was there. After a moment she lowered her hands to her sides, as leaving them open for someone to grasp them as she commanded her power to come fourth. <br><br>&nbsp;Sure enough the symbol of the Zenith Caste appeared on her forehead. Yet not only did her caste appeared but also her anima banner. If Lord Umari meant to make a show of this then why not make a show of it? Glowing gold waves of power flowed off her and into the sky.They manifested into the form of a phoenix spreading it's wings. It's beak opening and spewing fourth gold fire into the air above it. The golden flame formed into a disk above it's head, forming the sigil of the Unconquered Sun. She opened her eyes ad offered a light and gentle smile to those gathered in the great hall. "I am Talitha Vale. Priestess of the Unconquered Sun and Giver of Laws! I am the Shining Blade Against the Darkness! All who are innocent and defenseless shall find comfort in the warmth of my radiance. Just as my enemies shall cower in fear at my radiant light." she said to them in a reverent tone.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>30-12-2018, 15:02:26</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Where before the iconic displays of radiant glory had been compressed beneath the not quite thirty foot high ceiling of the workshop,&nbsp; now the fiery garda bird rose to fill the high vaulted ceiling, spreading fiery wings freely. <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramlan stepped up with Talitha and took her hand, extending his other to Xenovia that she, too, might join them.&nbsp; An identical caste mark blazed to life on his own brow and the great golden serpent uncoiled from his own radiance.&nbsp; "My friends, " his voice boomed out like a great bell.&nbsp; &nbsp;"It is a time of chaos and violence all over Creation.&nbsp; The Lintha pirates bring forth demons and profit together from human suffering. The dread ghosts who have conquered our ancestors now march legions of corpses into the living world. The successors to those who betrayed the solar deliberative now betray their own most loyal subjects for the resources to shed each other's blood in a fight for an empty throne."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The golden serpent unfurled radiant wings. “This is a time of tumult,&nbsp; but not of despair.&nbsp; We, the chosen of the Unconquered Sun, have come again to answer Creations need. Stand with us. My friends."&nbsp; The serpent leaped up into the air beside the Phoenix.&nbsp; "Let us go together into Creation as it's saviors." <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"I am Ramallan,&nbsp; captain of the Fire Orchid, chosen of the sun at his zenith.&nbsp; Follow me and we will chart a course through the darkness.&nbsp; Together we will light the way."&nbsp; &nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>31-12-2018, 05:09:16</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/fc/Beautiful-girl-pink-silk-clothes-jewelry-sword-in-hand-Asia-Oriental-fantasy-art-Wallpaper-for-Desktop-915x515_%281%29.png)</div><strong>Usha, Radiant Daughter of Umari Thousand Hands</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zE6BPyZ5ICcFPKm8A1zm4B1RauyP4opl3emVESMQTME/edit)<br><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Usha studded the sapphire skinned girl carefully as they walked together.&nbsp; She bit her lower lip and--after a moment--drew Pearl down a side hall, no longer following the anima light.&nbsp; "That's your companions power we're seeing here, isn't it?"&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The brown haired girl leaned back against the wall, head spinning.&nbsp; “This..&nbsp; This is huge...”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Her eyes squeezed shut for a moment.&nbsp; “Captain Pearl, I very much appreciate your discretion.&nbsp; This island was established seventeen centuries ago by the Solar Deliberative as part of a series of War Manse to defend the West from forces that might encroach from the Wyld.&nbsp; There was a revolution—a horrible bloody Usurpation that destroyed the Deliberative and did indescribably damage to Creation and it's society.&nbsp; We've built a military base into a whole self sustaining society, waiting for the Solars to be reborn so that the Deliberative can be rebuilt but—in all these centuries—only my father has ever come to us.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She looked down at the anima ripples, then up into pearls eyes, and finished, the question clear in her tone, “Until now?”&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>31-12-2018, 07:42:09</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://safebooru.org//samples/2382/sample_c0bcae7a14b94a1bb932cd64d9e63552953ac928.jpg?2480828)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia listened to Talitha and Ramalan, even as Ren rejoined her after parting from Yolhu, smiling as they spoke their truths to those gathered before them.&nbsp; Only once they had finished would she join them, wanting to add Ramalan's offered hand and giving him a smile before letting her anima flare to join theirs.<br><br>"As a chosen of the Unconquered Sun at Dawn, I will do everything in my power to bring about the future that lies beyond the present darkness," she would assure them, her banner, the flaming rose, displayed proudly for all to see.&nbsp; "Whatever enemy that would seek to impede our righteous mission, whatever force that stands in our way, I swear to face it with all the courage and power gifted to me by the Light within us all."&nbsp; She would summon Echoes of Ash again, holding it up high.&nbsp; "For our future, for our freedom, and for the whole of Creation, I will fight.&nbsp; For all those who would stand with us, I will give everything I have till the day I draw my last breath."&nbsp; The conviction behind her words was reflected in her face.&nbsp; "May His Light shine upon the path to glory, now and forever!"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>31-12-2018, 13:24:55</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br><br>Pearl Smiled&nbsp; and locked eyes with her and gently took hold of Usha shoulders and Whispered " You are quite welcome on&nbsp; the matter of being discreet I just wish some of my fellows were a bit more, but oh well what's done is done.Well I can't say if the Deliberative returned but yes in our party there are a few Solars. Though not to sure if Captain Ramalan will be the one to bring about such monumental Change Unless&nbsp; the path to it is paved in chasing skirts and being brash" she chuckled clearly making jests like one would with an old friend<br><br>She heard the foot steps of the large group returning to the feats Hall, " I believe we should return to our seats and rejoin the group as they have likely returned or have already returned to the feast hall. She took Usha by the arm and lead her out of the small corridor with a bright and reassuring smile. "So when we get to&nbsp; our seats&nbsp; can I share my discovery with the group? Cause so much has already been revealed but if you wish it to remain a secret, I will keep it for you." She gave a warm genuine wide grin.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>31-12-2018, 17:00:31</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft"><strong>Khrui Tinker</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/e5/d6/c9/e5d6c9abc7c09e3c2e438ba616dde04e.jpg)</div><br>Khrui stood silently as solars started one by one announce their presence and do their speeches, awe the crowd in their brilliance. As the lights of different banners fill the hall, bringing sense of hope to audience, generating cheers and smiles, Khrui's own expression was well composed, calm, with faint hint of smile on corner of his lips. This much joy he ever would display anyway but his joy is not from future hope or grand divine crusade to rescue the world, nay. His joy is more simpler in origin.<br><br><em>"Finally, War Manse 13th's isolation comes to end.....we may finally get to travel much more broad and thus allow interaction with outside. I finally can study and research modern era, see what lore they have and what lore they may had kept stored from first age which is not in my library!"</em><br><br>He calmly turns and moves away from the brilliant scene, removing his apron neatly and kitchen staff looks him weird, he looks on them and replies; "I doubt you need my expertise further in here, I need go check and attend for our divine guest's ships to see can we repair them in timely manner." With that he heads to his workshop, collect his tools and call in his personal staff move to hangar where ships would had been brought by now and get to work. Before there was no rush to repair the ships as it was assumed they would focus integrating outsiders to their society, but there would be no longer integration. Except perhaps integrate War Manse 13 society to become more active with outside and reveal itself eventually.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>02-01-2019, 01:32:07</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> With a smile, Umari let his own anima blossom into view, a sparkling, pulsating mandala of cerulean blue and gold that set the shadows of those around him dancing against the walls of the feasting hall. After a few moments he let it lapse again and drew himself up to address the crowd, raising a hand for a silence that soon followed.<br><br>"Thank you Captain, you and your companions all. We have so much to talk about, but a momentous occasion like this comes once in a lifetime, or less. Let tonight be a celebration, a joining of our two strands of Fate, the first weavings that will bring the world back to glory. Tomorrow will be soon enough to start comparing our stories and making our plans for the future."<br><br>He turned and gave Ramalan a smile, placing his left hand on the captain's shoulder. "You have come home at last."<br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>03-01-2019, 02:49:17</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/1/1d/1445492ab419ac3b6e3baa21fbebd43a_cropped.jpg)</div> At the edge of the feast hall, Yolhu's attention was drawn to the approach of another group, coming in from the outside. A handful of strangers, escorted by some of the soldiers from the beach. The Chuzei, Cerulean Jade Horizon, drew herself up in from of her commander, giving a clenched fist salute.<br><br>"Sir. A second ship has made landfall. They have identified themselves as part of the same group as the visitors that arrived earlier. Apparently they were separated in the storm, and beg leave to rejoin their captain and inform him of their safe arrival. Most are with the ship, conducting some repairs. This is the party that we met ashore."<br><br>Her eyes flicked momentarily towards the feast hall, and the tumult of noise within, but discipline reasserted itself almost instantly and she stood awaiting orders.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Ryu Wojin</strong> on <strong>03-01-2019, 07:08:37</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://puu.sh/CqTLX/cbaa74ff44.jpg)</div> <span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size">Lynette Huzon (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YiL6CrhiFjxCaLGjlZCHK9_1EZtOJofjJfRqjqCI3b8/edit?usp=sharing)</span><br><br>Among the group was a woman standing at about 5 foot 6 inches. Her brown hair forming into twin tails. Her dress was very Gothic styled and she stood with an air of elegance of grace. To her side hip, was a holster sized for a big book. There was such a book within it's grasp too. Any of the more perspective sorts who were familiar with first era lore would recognize the book. This was a copy of an ancient first era book. Lynette had already read through most of it. But she felt it was nice to carry around and pass the information off to people who were ignorant. She's had no reason so far to remove this book since her expedition here. <br><br>Lynette had gone through the health examination. At this point, she was pretty forced to. If she caused a ruckus then, it would spell trouble for her friends. But it wouldn't be all bad for a random group to discover what she was. Wasn't like she was a solar or anything. And then she walks into a room filled with those iconic solar marks and anima banners. A look to Ramalan. She can only <em>guess</em> why he'd be showing his solar mark in such a way.<br><br>Standing before Umari (Who had let his anima dissipate and currently Lynette has no idea of his status as a solar), Lynette would give a slight bow, "Greetings Sir. My name is Lynette Huzon. I had come with Captain Pearl and Captain Ramalan." A look to Ramalan. "I figure that everyone is okay? What with the feast and all. I took this scouting group to try and discover that. Maybe we can send a messenger back to state that everything is fine and okay?<br><br>Lynette is still uncertain of the situation. But she'd much rather send the scouting party back and stay here herself. As she was capable of fighting to help her friends.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>03-01-2019, 20:20:41</strong>
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				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>Yolhu stands in celebrations until he saw group of strangers show up, led by some soldiers under command of Cerulean Jade Horizon. As she comes deliver report, Yolhu nods and signs to her; <em>"It's okay, any additional guests connected to first group are welcome to War Manse 13 after medical inspection. Among first guests three solars have emerged, this is blessed day for to War Manse 13 and to West as this is sure sign from Sol about a new beginning era. Today is day of celebration but do continue duties until your given relief on your duty, go check on all teams under my command to check where they are and return to base if they haven't already."<br></em> Yolhu eyes new comers curiously, studying them and watch as <strong>Lynette</strong> approached openly Ramala and seemed okay on approaching on several solar anima banners.<br><br><em>"I need learn their command structure as we will be cooperating in future so I know who stands in where in their own circle of command. Assuming they do not fully integrate to our society and community."</em><br><br><hr><div class="floatleft"><strong>Khrui Tinker</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/e5/d6/c9/e5d6c9abc7c09e3c2e438ba616dde04e.jpg)</div><br>As <strong>Lynette</strong> is talking to Ramalan, a messenger from the crew which she had left behind comes running to her, shouting; <strong>"Lady Huzon! They are hijacking our ships!"</strong> But behind yelling messenger arrives Khrui which is using a odd device (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/bf/86/40/bf8640a51852ef9574060a06b334f900.jpg) (which appears to be first age tech alike but Lynette had never read of such device matching the description). Khrui shouts over the messenger in agitate tone as machine carries him over swiftly to the gathering; "<strong>Calm down!</strong> We aren't hijacking but taking your ships to our hangars idiot! We got crew and tools to do the repairs twice as fast and you lot should just come hang around and participate in celebrations!"<br><br>Khrui slows down with his machine once he's closer, looking Lynette he says to her; "Your in command of the crew on the ship which just arrived? Could you....hmmm?" The man lowers pair of orihalcum framed goggles with blue crystals over to his eyes, one goggles lenses gets additional lens and it seems focus on tome she is carrying on her hip. After brief check up he lifts goggles and says; "Ah, so your woman of culture? Nice, I am familiar of the title but that author is entirely new to me. Is probably reproduction print, as I hold original manuscript in my family library. Anyways can you tell your crew stop pointing or lifting their barbaric weapons towards my engineering crew and allow take your ship in for repairs at our hangar? Tell the crew also go to relax, as they sure looks tensed up lot and has need for stress relief."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Ryu Wojin</strong> on <strong>03-01-2019, 21:27:08</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://puu.sh/CqTLX/cbaa74ff44.jpg)</div> <span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size">Lynette Huzon (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YiL6CrhiFjxCaLGjlZCHK9_1EZtOJofjJfRqjqCI3b8/edit?usp=sharing)</span><br><br>"Indeed, calm down." Lynette will shake her head towards the one messenger. "I was elected leader of the scouting party due to my recommendations by Captain Pearl. Nothing more. I think Ramalan would be more suited to sending a more official message to our shore party and other ships. Perhaps a representative could be sent in addition to our own messenger to help explain to them what is going on?" Lynette will offer to the first dilemma to both Khrui and Umari.<br><br>Then once a messenger is away or is otherwise sorted out. She'll turn to Khrui. "Truth is in short supply and ignorance is in abundance where I come from. And I very much hate those who push false pretenses onto other. This book was written by me. A copy as you said. But it may contain fallacies as it is but a copy of a copy of a copy. So if you contain the original, I'd very much like to reaffirm if anything has been altered or changed. Maybe even get copies of the original. But that also says a good deal about your collection if you have a tome as rare as that." Khrui had done it now. The scholarly lady know is fully focused on him. But as Yolhu has noted, she is actually completely unbothered by the anima banners.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>03-01-2019, 21:56:12</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft"><strong>Khrui Tinker</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/e5/d6/c9/e5d6c9abc7c09e3c2e438ba616dde04e.jpg)</div><br>Khrui turns to Ramalan as Lynette points out she was not exactly leader but rather appointed temporal one. Once things are sorted out, woman's words are only thing which halts Khrui speeding off to continue ship repairs and replies on woman's inquiry; "Interesting, I would like check your book then to check on my theory how much truth distorts when it travels from point of origin. Admirable as your goals are in regards preserving the truth, but language itself and author's penmanship can distort the meaning of original content upon the reader even if tome is copied perfectly otherwise in content.<br><br>As I remember there is couple copies from my original version done by my assistant in public library, my own personal hand writing is horrid shame so I have assistant for actual writing. You can go check it if you want while waiting until repairs are done as I will be busy organizing them and I do not let strangers wander my family archives without supervision. <br><br>As there are dozens of original scripts in there and some are in warded storage's as some were salvaged from ocean when many years ago my family library was flooded through. Even with first age printing techniques salt water makes documents rather fragile to handle when they are dried. Only crystal tablets written by dragon kings suffered no harm from incident at all."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>04-01-2019, 01:28:51</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan's winged serpent anima banner faded 'til it was little more than an after image in the air.&nbsp; He turned to the the young scholar and gave her a smile.&nbsp; “Miss Lynette,” he took her hand in a firm but gentle grip, “I am pleased to learn you weathered the storm.&nbsp; Did the entire crew make it through?”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He turned to their host, “Umari Thousand Hands, allow me to present Lynette Huzon, one of the most gifted scholars I have ever had the pleasure to know, especially versed in First Age lore.&nbsp; She was on board my second escort ship when the storm the brought us here rose.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He turned back to the young woman, “Lynette, we are still learning much of what has occurred here, but this island remembers the culture and politics of the First Age—apparently much of their technology as well.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He gathered three of the soldiers from the escort bireme and instructed them to pass orders back to let their ships be taken into the Manse's repair bays, and then to speak to the Manse's doctors about a medical screening, and he would address them in the morning.”&nbsp; &nbsp;
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Ryu Wojin</strong> on <strong>04-01-2019, 17:45:16</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://puu.sh/CqTLX/cbaa74ff44.jpg)</div> <span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size">Lynette Huzon (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YiL6CrhiFjxCaLGjlZCHK9_1EZtOJofjJfRqjqCI3b8/edit?usp=sharing)</span><br><br>"I... See. The ships are fine though! Only Captain Pearl's ship was diverted. The rest of us basically watched and chased after you." Her own nerdy side taking over, perhaps inappropriately too. She'll turn to Umari. "How much are you aware of the going ons outside of this island? Alot has changed since the first age and hierarchies are completely different. This is referred to as the Age of Sorrow. How fitting when one realizes the facade being held up." <br><br>Lynette was slowly breaking it to Umari that solars were not well received due to the dragon blooded dynast. The facade she is talking about refers to the overall calling of solars as anathemas instead of the glorious rulers that they were ment to be. Lynette had her own qualms with the dynasts. But if Ramalan and Pearl had made friends enough with these folks to openly show their solar status, then perhaps they are allies to be worked with. And the dynasts are most assuredly going to become an obstacle for them.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>05-01-2019, 00:18:11</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7d/Commander_-_4.jpg/450px-Commander_-_4.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Ashen Heron (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XxXRLF3ZMW-zhaOxmoL-K7BTXP3tiH8Bu3DZTg3T7ug/edit#)</strong></span><br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ashen Heron had attended Umari through the steps of the hallways, the entry into the banquet hall and the announcement and greeting of the strangers. He now struggled with his duties. Umari had said that we would hold them in trust, but it was the very duty of his position to hold everyone in suspicion. For the moment, he afforded them the greatest of respect, identifying them as the greatest threats and running business as usual, all are suspicious until he can review and contemplate this change. Perhaps he can have one of their group assigned to the policing agency, he can work beside them and learn of them in a discrete interrogation. Alleviate some of the concerns of unknown people and powers. He would have to offer it as inviting them to integrate into the community by accepting community responsibilities. A normal routine for all who come to the island, though this would be less... forced. A choice. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The announcement of another ship made him wary. More of them? This was quickly becoming more than their community could easily assimilate. Hmmm, he was just glad that he only had to make sure they weren't harming anything, someone else would be in charge of everything else. Though the wheels in his head began routing the personnel where he felt they could do the most good with the most supervision. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>06-01-2019, 00:41:30</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> Umari nodded in greeting as Ramalan made introductions with Lynette. "I am pleased to make your acquaintance," he said, smiling in a friendly way.<br><br>He listened quietly as she spoke, nodding in acknowledgment of the points she raised. "I expect there is much of the world we do not know," he said, gesturing towards the walls of the chamber to the East. "We know some of what passes beyond our shores, from occasional shipwrecked travelers. We know of the Realm, in broad strokes, but doubtless few of the details. We know of the Lintha, and the darkness that rises far from our shores."<br><br>"Here, we do not simply remember the ways of our ancestors, we hold to the values they did, and try to live in a way they would. We honour the Unconquered Sun, and hold to his ways. We still have some of the lore and technology from when the Manse was established, but other parts we have lost to the years between then and now. If you know the ways of our ancestors, perhaps you might be able to help restore some of the systems that no longer function."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Ryu Wojin</strong> on <strong>06-01-2019, 03:34:12</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://puu.sh/CqTLX/cbaa74ff44.jpg)</div> <span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size">Lynette Huzon (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YiL6CrhiFjxCaLGjlZCHK9_1EZtOJofjJfRqjqCI3b8/edit?usp=sharing)</span><br><br>"I'll fill you up to speed later. But uh, You must be extremely truth worthy if my comrade has shown his solar mark to you. It's not something done lightly today." Lynette will hint to the current state of affairs but not want to ruin the festival that is going on. Lynette still does not know the current state of affairs here, only that they may not know of the dynasts and what they call 'anathemas'. <br><br>"Am I needed for anything else?" Today's already been a long day, trying to find her comrades after they wound up here, and then needing to keep peace and offering to come here to find her friends. Pearl is going to hear Hell. She had eight books to comb through during the trip and she only managed to get through two! And there is little chance of her returning to the boat today.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>14-01-2019, 00:52:24</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> Umari glanced towards Ramalan as Lynette asked if she were needed for anything else. The expression on the other man's face seemed to indicate he ceded the decision to Umari, and Umari turned back to Lynette to respond.<br><br>"Likely you will be needed for many things," he said, smiling, "But for tonight, no. We are feasting to celebrate our new found fortune in each other. Tomorrow we will have much to discuss, but for tonight, please join my people and enjoy yourself."<br><br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Ryu Wojin</strong> on <strong>14-01-2019, 03:58:21</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://puu.sh/CqTLX/cbaa74ff44.jpg)</div> <span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size">Lynette Huzon (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YiL6CrhiFjxCaLGjlZCHK9_1EZtOJofjJfRqjqCI3b8/edit?usp=sharing)</span><br><br>"Very well. I'll do as you suggest. It was an honor to meet you, Umari Thousand Hands." A curtsy given before she'll take her leave and join the crowds.<br><br>The food here was definitely better than Lunaris or anything Ramalan's ship had. But Lynette would start socializing. <em>Her Worst Trait</em>. Lynette will try hard to not make the feast awkward because of her presence.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>15-01-2019, 16:51:41</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft"><strong>Khrui Tinker</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/e5/d6/c9/e5d6c9abc7c09e3c2e438ba616dde04e.jpg)</div><br>Khrui nods as Umari replied to Lynette regarding their knowledge and lore they had, adding himself; "Indeed, Creation may had forgotten most about the old age but we ourselves had forgotten much less as we still live by the old ways. We saw immediately lie what Immaculate Order is preaching about. We know about great betrayal what once loyal to solars did albeit exact motives and architects remain hiding as they certainly did not work alone. We just happened to be lucky that loyalists won the ancient battles here than succumb to the traitors."<br><br>As Umari dismisses Lynette to celebrations Khrui bows to Umari and says; "Well, I for now will be busy with the ships very least but inform staff if they wish celebrate they can do so." With that Khrui turns around with his odd wheel standing device and starts drive away back to docks and hope the ships get now pulled in and be inspected and repaired for whatever damage they had sustained.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>17-01-2019, 11:41:34</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;As the events drew to a close once more Talitha let her anima banner lapse back from whence it had come. As she did so she sighed a bit before turning back and away from the banquet in front of her. She just wanted a bit of peace and solitude right now. Being the people's eyes like this while something she had done before, wasn't something she was used to doing on a regular basis. She would then turn back to both Spark and Sanja. "I am ready to take my leave to this tower itself." she said to them. She would quietly leave the banquet for places where she could enjoy peace and tranquility.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>17-01-2019, 12:03:47</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan smiled fondly after Lynette as she left.&nbsp; “Lynette is a valued ally.&nbsp; I trade with the town where she resides.&nbsp; She has helped both myself and Captain Pearl with all manner of lore—even sorcery.”&nbsp; Ramalan gave Umari a cautioning look, then added, "She is not part of either my crew, or Pearl's, but I'm sure I can persuade her to work with us."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mist's of Evensong whispered into Ramalan's ear.&nbsp; He nodded to her with a soft grin.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan then wrapped an arm around Xenovia's waist and pulled her close.&nbsp; “Shall we all dedicate ourselves to enjoying the evening, then?”&nbsp; He glanced at Verdant Orchid, “We noticed that one of our hostesses seemed eager for your attention, Umari.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan stepped away from their host and wrapped his arms around Xenovia.&nbsp; He gave her a soft kiss, then a whisper in the ear.&nbsp; “I believe we were about to begin an extremely enjoyable night.&nbsp; I know three girls who would love to get to know you better as well, if you like, or I can devote my full attention to you...”&nbsp; <br>
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>17-01-2019, 12:06:03</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/fc/Beautiful-girl-pink-silk-clothes-jewelry-sword-in-hand-Asia-Oriental-fantasy-art-Wallpaper-for-Desktop-915x515_%281%29.png)</div><strong>Usha, Radiant Daughter of Umari Thousand Hands</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zE6BPyZ5ICcFPKm8A1zm4B1RauyP4opl3emVESMQTME/edit)<br><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Usha bit her lower lip as she took Pearl's arm again.&nbsp; "I think it might be a moot point now, Captain, but if not we should both share what we've learned--with your friends and with my father.&nbsp; I'm sorry I didn't say it sooner.&nbsp; it's quite overwhelming."&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>17-01-2019, 12:13:40</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja smiled and took Talitha's arm, snuggling up beside her.&nbsp; Spark giggled and did the same, moving against her other side.&nbsp; "It's this way, "Sanja explained, leading Talitha out of the feast hall and in a different direction this time.&nbsp; They got to a stairwell, "It's five floors up, I hope you're not too tired?&nbsp; Most of the lifts have never been high enough priority to repair."&nbsp; 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>17-01-2019, 13:10:51</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha nodded her head as she was led to some stairs leading up to a tower itself. At the mention of it being five floors up a small smile appeared on her lips. "That's fine by me. A little walk never hurt anyone." she said to her as she began to climb the stairs towards her destination above. Plus focusing on the doing something as mundane as this made her feel relaxed. She gently took to the stairs haivng don't see a few times at the the temple.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>17-01-2019, 13:14:26</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/V%27neef_Briar_Rose.jpg)</div>Atasha (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pwcX1ZfZDJlrcWxwT8gAHB-Xb4Q5S7bjOEitGW-Hl78/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“You look a little overwhelmed,” a svelte girl with some silver tips to her brown hair said to Lynette, offering her a honey cake on a plate.&nbsp; “My name is Atasha, any way I can help?”&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>17-01-2019, 13:17:15</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia remained silent for a time, not feeling the need to speak, nor having anything to really add to the conversation.&nbsp; Thankfully Ramalan was there to pull her away, the golden haired warrior leaning into his embrace and smiling warmly as he excused them from Umari's presence.&nbsp; When he kissed her, she returned it, gladly, and smirked at what he whispered to her.&nbsp; "Such a bounty to offer me," she cooed, liking the idea a fair bit.&nbsp; "I believe I will take you up on that offer, my good captain."&nbsp; She kissed him this time, tongue flicking over his lips before she pulled back with a playful giggle.&nbsp; "Lead on, then, my captain.&nbsp; I look forward to the evening ahead of us~"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Ryu Wojin</strong> on <strong>17-01-2019, 13:38:35</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(http://puu.sh/CqTLX/cbaa74ff44.jpg)</div> <span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size">Lynette Huzon (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YiL6CrhiFjxCaLGjlZCHK9_1EZtOJofjJfRqjqCI3b8/edit?usp=sharing)</span><br><br>"Just out of my element." Lynette will honestly state. "...in two ways. Thanks though. I'm Lynette." She'll offer her hand, and gladly accept the cake with the other. <br><br>Finding a decent place to sit with the woman. Lynette will start to feel more at ease. "I'm much more... Into books or... into glory. Not so much a setting like this. I don't fault it. Celebrations and feasts are the needed break and relaxation for many."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>19-01-2019, 14:06:39</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br><br>Pearl smiled "Its quite alright besides, I got to enjoy the company of an engaging and polite young women. Get to know her better so there could be far worse things to do." she lead&nbsp; Usha to&nbsp; her father&nbsp; &nbsp;gently yet with a elegant yet swift pace and as she got there she released Usha's arm and got to one Knee and&nbsp; lowered her head to show that she was genuinely asking for forgiveness.<br><br>" I owe both hosts and guests an apology, I was hoping to breech the matter of Solar's and those of Solar descent being present in both groups more quietly and less flashy but I am afraid my being courteous and taking a slower route caused this debacle. At the shore I used one of my gifts and&nbsp; had knowledge of our Gracious hosts&nbsp; heritage and in my desire to be respectful of&nbsp; our hosts, I allowed this to come to pass by socializing and getting the Gracious, Kind, Beautiful and&nbsp; Strong Lady Usha to be more comfortable with me before asking of&nbsp; her supernatural heritage. So I beg forgiveness of&nbsp; our hosts and fellow guests for&nbsp; not acting more swiftly to avoid such an abrupt and alarming reveal of some truths of both our group"<br><br>She remained in the kneeling and bowed position till&nbsp; the&nbsp; court of popular opinion weighed its judgement on her.<br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>22-01-2019, 14:31:52</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/B8c37200a214e470b8f4201c77081530.jpg)</div><strong>Captain Ramalan Fire-Orchid (Prophet of Human Potential)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YCZK28uvV0ugmN-Xfu2OMUoV6TRcCFezKKmL6pbN7K0/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Before Ramalan could “lead on,” his ally—Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides—came to join them.&nbsp; She made a deep gesture of respect and contrition.&nbsp; Ramalan smiles softly—ignoring the corner of his mind that delighted in seeing the beautiful god blood take a knee to him.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<em>Hush you, that's not what she means and you know it.</em><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan didn't particularly wish to risk giving their gracious host an opportunity to take advantage of or offense at Pearl's confession.&nbsp; He released Xenovia for a moment and stepped up to the elemental-blooded.&nbsp; “Captain Pearl,” Ramalan tipped the sapphire skinned woman's chin up and looked down into her eyes with a smile.&nbsp; “As long as I have known you, your discretion and honor have served to protect me and mine.&nbsp; There was a tense moment tonight that might have been averted if you had spoken sooner, but I believe you did the right thing.&nbsp; I have already lost track of the time that loose lips would have spelled disaster for Fire Orchid and all aboard.&nbsp; Never once have I feared such a disaster from you or your crew.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan bent and gently brushed his lips over Pearl's.&nbsp; “Rise, my friend and ally.&nbsp; Your esteem in my eyes has only risen this night.”&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Marie Reynolds</strong> on <strong>28-01-2019, 02:58:48</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/officialbestiary/images/4/4a/Marid1.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608015937)</div><strong>Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1n7hjNhpyFwwdb0M20XpvWIL3DHEVp1n03j0upHvkBBY/edit)<br><br>A slight blush came to Pearls face as there lips touched&nbsp; for a brief moment and she took a deep breath and rose. "Thank you for you kind words Ramalan." her hands shook a bit not from nerves but from something else and she made her way to&nbsp; a table keeping&nbsp; beverage warm and she&nbsp; poured and prepped a cup of coffee. Once she took a few sips the shakes went away and she found a nearby seat and sat down. she took a deep&nbsp; breath as she relaxed and let the&nbsp; sensation of caffeine entering her system and&nbsp; her shoulders relaxed a bit as she had gotten her fix.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>31-01-2019, 02:27:34</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div> Umari gave a fond smile as Ramalan called his attention Verdant Orchard, and he extended his arm to her as the captain turned his attention to Xenovia. He was no stranger to pleasures of the flesh, but the passage of decades had cooled his passions from the intensity of youth. Still, he would not begrudge it in others ... tonight was to be a night of celebration after all, and there was little as life-affirming. <br><br>He listened quietly as Pearl spoke, letting Ramalan take the lead since he knew the other far better, nodding to show his agreement with the younger man's assessment. "It does not do to dwell on might-have-been. Better to deal with all things as they are, and no harm has been done tonight. Indeed, it has been a night of wondrous revelation, and the dawn that rises tomorrow will rise on a changed world. I hope you and your crew will join us, both in celebration tonight, and in the days to come."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>01-02-2019, 12:00:39</strong>
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				&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;On the topic of rising esteem, Ramalan met Umari's eyes after he responded to Pearl and gave a&nbsp; nod of approval.&nbsp; Then he took Xenovia's arm again and leaned in to kiss her softly.&nbsp; “Right this way, my lovely companion.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;This time, Ramalan didn't stop in the hallway, but made his way to their quarters at a casual stride, offering light conversation and teasing the actress's forearms oh-so-gently with his fingertips. By the time they reached the chamber Ramalan had been granted, it was ready...
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>01-02-2019, 12:09:41</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/95/52745e95b101322f85f2512ecc267a79.jpg)</div><strong>Hearts Ablaze Abarami</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HIsIRVzBisiu7Q4C65lYZwSXxqHIqdxFg0ZcXGKigJQ/ed<br>it)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The manse's normal lighting had been disabled.&nbsp; Heart's Ablaze Abarami—better known to them as Blaze, held a small burning brand with which she had just lit the last in a series of scarlet candles they had set up around the room.&nbsp; The elemental-blooded girl and her chain sisters were all barefoot and wearing matching gauzy negligees and silk panties.&nbsp; <br><br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Xenovia had rarely had occasion to see Ramalan's first mate's submisive side, but when the three girl's came together to greet them and sank to their knees, making an elegent gesture of obiesence, it seemed to Xenovia that all three moved with a dancer's grace and a lover's passion.&nbsp; “We are honored that you would welcome us to your night of love and joy, Lady Xenoivia,” she said, looking up with a smile.&nbsp; “If it pleases you both, sit on the side of the bed and take your ease while we help you out of your boots.”&nbsp; <br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>02-02-2019, 00:17:17</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div>Xenovia kept silent while Ramalan spoke with his companion, the lovely Thoughtful Pearl of the Nine Tides, and finished his dealings with Umari for the time being.&nbsp; She would, of course, return the kiss the captain gave her, smiling warmly before speaking finally.&nbsp; "I follow your lead, my good captain," she replied, allowing him to lead her to his quarters, sharing in the conversation he made and enjoying the teasing, only to stop and stare once they stepped inside of the room itself.&nbsp; It had been decorated to possess a warm, sensual atmosphere, which went nicely with the lovely trio of chain-sisters that were its current occupants.&nbsp; Ramalan's three lovelies knelt before them, a display of beauty, of grace, and of sensual potential made manifest, the blonde actress turned warrior of the Unconquered Sun in absolute awe of it.<br><br>"And I am grateful to have you joining us tonight," she said to them, smiling at them just as warmly as she had Ramalan, letting them see the passion they were stirring in her through her eyes.&nbsp; "It would please me very much, indeed~"&nbsp; That said she slid her arm free of the captain's, letting her fingers trail teasingly along his own before moving to seat herself on the edge of the bed, one leg crossing over the knee of the other as she relaxed and waited for them to come to her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>05-02-2019, 04:27:04</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/2/2e/Shion_Full-body.png)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Among the people in attendance at the banquet that night was one of the newer residents of the Manse. Kyoko Evening-Star sat in her seat wearing a rather beautiful and green and lavender colored dress. She would listen as things got interesting when it was revealed that there newest guests on the island were in fact Solars. This troubled her before she sighed and pushed it back into it's little hole. She had built a peaceful life here with her best friend/commander/now husband Kyosuke Morning-Star. They had decided she would keep her own name, as both a symbol of her past life and as the one opposite him in life. Still she was nothing if not a seasoned warrior. Even after the birth of their two children, which she sent a prayer to the Unconquered Sun to protect in these times ahead of them. It was still quite interesting that she would be worshiping the Sun when she had been raised to revere the five dragons. Yet even she had converted to the Sun worship since they had come here. In fact it had been Lord Umari who had presided over their wedding. Still tonight was one of celebration so she let herself be happy for the moment and enjoy the sensation of it all even as she leaned closer to her husband. "So things are changing Kyo?" she said to him referring to a shortened version of his name she had taken to calling him after they had married.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>05-02-2019, 04:55:16</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7b/The_scarlet_dragon.jpg/410px-The_scarlet_dragon.jpg)</div>Kyosuke was at his wife's side throughout the banquet, making small talk with the other guests nearest to him, cordial, if not especially friendly, knowing better at this point than to not mind his manner during a function hosted by their lord.&nbsp; Kyoko liked to box the ears of those that displeased her, and she was especially thorough in chastising him when the need arose.&nbsp; Chastisement... it reminded Kyosuke of his wife's more... intimate hobbies.&nbsp; It was a nice train of thought to get him through the admittedly boring dinner, special new guests or not.&nbsp; Somehow, when it was all said and done, it didn't truly surprise him to find out the nature of said guests.&nbsp; They'd all seemed quite unusual, from quite the grab bag of backgrounds, and news of other Solar being active was always welcome.&nbsp; To have fresh, powerful allies join the cause of the War Manse was also rather nice.&nbsp; In response to his wife's question, Kyosuke nodded, giving her full attention now that his fellow guests were... distracted with other matters.&nbsp; "We certainly live in interesting times, my love," he noted with a wry smile.&nbsp; As he looked at Kyoko, he had to ask himself what he had done to deserve her.&nbsp; Nothing he could think of, that was for certain.&nbsp; "Three Solars... definitely quite the party to wash up on the shores of our new home, eh?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>05-02-2019, 05:21:19</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/2/2e/Shion_Full-body.png)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Kyoko nodded her head to Kyosuke's answer. It was typical and to the point and blunt. Just like a fire dragon-blooded. Then again if it wasn't for firy and passionate nature she never would have fallen for the big lug in the first place. She had given him her virginity after their match in front of the headmaster nearly ten years ago. It was just two little words, but it meant so much to them. In that time they had exalted, lead war campaigns, and run off after discovering a anathema. "Yes it was certainly something to wash up on our shores. I expect you will be volunteering to go on missions once more." she said to him. While they were happy, she Kyosuke longed to get into the thick of it. His matches against the other Dragon-blooded on the island had become the stuff of much talk, debate and bets. None of which the lummox ever discouraged, much to his wife's chagrin. Still it was what she loved about him. "Don't worry I'll be here when you return as always. Along Kaoru and Kenshin...and a fresh set of bed sheets." she said playfully teasing him about his passions. "Though I can say for a time Arashi no Owari" will sit lonely." she said talking about their "paired" Daiklaives that sat crossed above the mantle in their home.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>05-02-2019, 23:31:23</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7b/The_scarlet_dragon.jpg/410px-The_scarlet_dragon.jpg)</div>Kyosuke smiled, the expression bordering on a shark-like grin.&nbsp; "You know me too well, my love," he told her, completely confirming her suspicion without hesitation.&nbsp; He loved to fight, and it was his greatest passion, next to taking care of his family.&nbsp; Of course he would jump on the opportunity to get out of the Manse and stretch his legs after several years of what he considered "idleness".&nbsp; Kyoko managed to drag a blush out of him by mentioning the bed sheets, however, and the Fire Aspect cleared his throat awkwardly in response.&nbsp; And she said <em>he</em> had a fresh mouth.&nbsp; "I look forward to it," he murmured, one hand sliding out of sight under the table to caress one smooth, creamy white thigh tenderly.&nbsp; "And it won't be lonely forever."&nbsp; He leaned over to give his wife a kiss.&nbsp; "I will always return to you, my Evening Star~"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>05-02-2019, 23:54:29</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/2/2e/Shion_Full-body.png)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Kyoko offered her husband a light giggle. "Ufufu my keep talking like that and we might need to change the bedsheets before morning." she purred playfully teasing him back. "Then again waking up to my Morning-Star each day is the best part of my day." she said to him back. Each of their names had become a pet name to other. It was always fun to watch how much she kept him in line and how much he convinced her to let go and have fun. Their residence was a small manor on the eastern end of the island and their window sat facing it. "I wish you the blessing of the Unconquered Sun my love. May he guide you and protect you my <em>Morning-Star.</em>." she said to him her eyes full of love and devotion for him.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>08-02-2019, 10:17:02</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/95/52745e95b101322f85f2512ecc267a79.jpg)</div><strong>Hearts Ablaze Abarami</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HIsIRVzBisiu7Q4C65lYZwSXxqHIqdxFg0ZcXGKigJQ/ed<br>it)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan percued on the edge of the bed with Xenovia, one arm going around her waist.&nbsp; The three god blooded girls rose and came to them.&nbsp; They knelt again and worked the dancing girl's shoes off, the tall man's boots.&nbsp; When their feet were bare, the three girls started to work with surprisingly strong hands, massing their feet.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan gave a soft purr and turned to kiss Xenovia while his girls fussed over them both.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>09-02-2019, 00:00:17</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7b/The_scarlet_dragon.jpg/410px-The_scarlet_dragon.jpg)</div>Xenovia made a pleased sound in her throat, a mix of a moan and purr, as the girls went to work, leaning her head back and closing her eyes as she enjoyed the attention they gave her feet immensely.&nbsp; They obviously knew what they were doing, no mistake there, and when Ramalan leaned in for a kiss she happily returned it, moaning into his mouth as her tongue clashed with his.<br><br><hr><br>Kyosuke growled softly at the thought, tempted to do just that.&nbsp; It'd be worth the mess.&nbsp; Still, he couldn't be tired come morning, as their "sessions" tended to last long into the night, so he behaved himself... for now.&nbsp; "And may He watch over you and our children while I am away, my Evening-Star," he replied, showing her just as much love and support as she did for him.&nbsp; Then, he smirked.&nbsp; "Though I pity whatever idiot that tries anything.&nbsp; You've become quite... fierce since the twins were born~"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>09-02-2019, 07:16:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e9/Devushki-s-hvostikom-golie.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Ramalan and Company<br><strong>Location:</strong> Ramalan's Chambers<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Xenovia<br><br><strong>Kaname</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GN6juXTWgYsagnG-pCSTX7k-PvDDHCV3c9hwMnJVO_w/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;After spending a while on the foot massages, the three girls moved around the kissing couple, loosening their clothing and helping them to remove it.&nbsp; Ramalan gave a few sensual purrs, making a game of seeing how much they could get off without breaking the kiss.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>09-02-2019, 08:07:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br>Spark (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;At the top of the many flights of stairs, the three girls emerged out onto an open tower.&nbsp; Spark giggled and ran to the edge, then beckoned the others to join her.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The stars were a vast expanse of briliant white diamonds in the black velvet sky.&nbsp; "Look there," she said, pointing down at at the two turrets beneath them, each at a corner of the tower.&nbsp; "Implosion bows--like the one in the workshop, but larger and heavier.&nbsp; I've gotten to work with them a few times.&nbsp; I read once, long ago, the raksha burst through the borders of creation on the back of a massive bird with six wings.&nbsp; It carried a whole army on it's back, but the artilery of the manse took it down."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She turned to point to another tower, half visibile in the distance, "That's where my family works.&nbsp; My mother maintains the Storm Hammer there, and my father powers it."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja grinned, "I thought we were up here to relax, not gush about siege weapons and historical wars."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>09-02-2019, 08:19:46</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha followed them up the long flights of stairs. The exercise had felt good and had refreshed her mind after the incidents in the hall and such. She watched Spark's glee at demonstrating knowledge of First Age tech and history. Then she was playfully chided by Sanja. "Ah but remember Sanja relaxing is doing something that renews the body, but also the mind and the spirit. I came up here, because I have always loved the the open stars at night. I liked meditating among them. Though I was chosen by the Sun, it is the sight of the stars and the Moon which comforts me." she said laying her hand on Spark's shoulder. "Tell us then of your family. It brings you joy and a smile to your face." she said to her gently as she set the food from the banquet down for them to eat while they were up here.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>09-02-2019, 09:09:47</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><strong>Spark</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The blond girl blushed and grinned.&nbsp; She settled down on one side of Talitha while Sanja sat at the other.&nbsp; The purple haired girl grinned and started passing out food.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Oh..." Spark blushed a little bit.&nbsp; "People kind of...&nbsp; Give my mother a hard time.&nbsp; Her name is Everblossom.&nbsp; She was a junior technician on the Storm Hammer then.&nbsp; She's in charge of the regular crew now.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Everblossom fell in love with Arclight, the rainbow winged warrior who loans his essence to the Storm Hammer when it's needed.&nbsp; She was just my age, and so very in love that she couldn't deny Arc Light even though she didn't have the authorization of the Council to have a child."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark gave a little sigh, starting to curl up a little bit, both ashamed and ever so proud of her own conception.&nbsp; <br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>09-02-2019, 09:25:46</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div> <div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/d/db/Kyoko_Evening-Star.png)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha nodded her head listening to Spark's story. "I wouldn't let it get to you. Your mother loved your father, that more than anything is proof enough for me. It is because of an act of love that I am alive today. My parents, my birth parents I am told were farmers from the Northwestern parts of Creation. They were poor farmers, the carved out a living working the land. However they survived, barely but they did. Then I was born. They knew they could not raise a child in such a life. So they decided to hand me over to the Temple. It was a great trek for them, but they made the perilous journey to the Immaculate Order Monastery. So to that end they begged the Sisters of the Order to take me in and they did. They have not been back to see me since. Or at least that is what I am told they did. As to weather it is true or not is up for debate. However what is not is that I was raised in the Temple since I was an Infant." she said to them.<br><br>________________________________________<br><br>&nbsp;Kyoko could only offer her husband a playful smile at his words for her. They really were just that in love with each other. His comment got a light giggle out of her lips. My dear sweet Kyosuke.&nbsp; I have become quite fierce since the Twins were born because well I'm a mother now. A mother sky dragon is fiercely protective of her children till they grow." she said to him as she leaned over and nuzzled him. "Yet despite that you still feel the need to shamelessly cop a feel on my ass every time I walk by the table." she playfully chided her own husband.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>17-02-2019, 03:26:13</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7b/The_scarlet_dragon.jpg/410px-The_scarlet_dragon.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Xenovia<br><strong>Location:</strong> Ramalan's chambers<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Ramalan and company<br><br>Xenovia giggled against Ramalan's mouth, finding it an interesting enough game to play along, shifting enough to aid in the efforts of the three comely young women to remove her clothes.&nbsp; It was a little awkward, but she didn't mind, doing her utmost to keep contact with Ramalan throughout the process, or at least his mouth.&nbsp; Her dress would be difficult to remove without arm movement, unfortunately.<br><br><hr><br><strong>Name:</strong> Kyosuke<br><strong>Location:</strong> Sitting at the table with his wife<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Kyoko<br><br>Kyosuke chuckled, imagining his dear wife as a sky dragon not very difficult at all.&nbsp; She was fierce, powerful, and one hell of a fighter.&nbsp; Just what he needed in his life, hence why they were just about perfect for one another.&nbsp; "Well, it's not <em>my</em> fault you have such a lovely ass," he teased her lightly, loving getting a feel of it whenever he had the chance to.&nbsp; "And that dress... it certainly accentuates your feminine charms very nicely."&nbsp; It framed her shapely legs perfectly, for example.&nbsp; "I bet it would look even better, say, on the floor of our bedchambers?"&nbsp; He even threw in a slight wiggle of his eyebrows for the hell of it, wanting to see her reaction to it.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 02:14:17</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/95/52745e95b101322f85f2512ecc267a79.jpg)</div><strong>Hearts Ablaze Abarami</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HIsIRVzBisiu7Q4C65lYZwSXxqHIqdxFg0ZcXGKigJQ/ed<br>it)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;When the three concubines had Ramalan and Xenovia nude, which Ramalan found an amusing game as well, rumbling and wriggling a little to help but still trying his best to keep the kiss going, the three girls grinned and stated a more intimate phase of the game.&nbsp; The took turns in a sort of rotations, one girl kissing Xenovia's breasts, flicking her tongue over the dancer's nipples, and giving them little sucks.&nbsp; Another girl would give the same attention to Ramalan's chest, making him growl happily into to the kiss.&nbsp; A third girl would get undressed, then straddle Xenovia's knee as they rotated.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The four girl's quickly had the captain quite excited.&nbsp; Ramalan's impressive endowment--which was especially thick--rose up hard and ready for attention.&nbsp; He kept the kiss going still, finding a free breast too milk at gently rolling Xenovia's nipple with his thumb.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 13:59:41</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><strong>Spark</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja gave a gentle smile and leaned back a little.&nbsp; Her deft, clever fingers found Talitha's shoulders and massaged softly.&nbsp; "We love you, Spark," Sanja said softly.&nbsp; "Remember that.&nbsp; You're growing into an amazing woman, and you're dear to us."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark gave a soft blush.&nbsp; She adjusted a little, then lay her head on Talitha's lap.&nbsp; She gave a soft sigh, "Such a beautiful night."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 14:17:43</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/f/fc/Beautiful-girl-pink-silk-clothes-jewelry-sword-in-hand-Asia-Oriental-fantasy-art-Wallpaper-for-Desktop-915x515_%281%29.png)</div><strong>Usha, Radiant Daughter of Umari Thousand Hands</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zE6BPyZ5ICcFPKm8A1zm4B1RauyP4opl3emVESMQTME/edit)<br><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;After a little bit, Usha--still in her pink dress--moved to sit next to Pearl, setting down a plate of various cakes between them.&nbsp; "I think we both need something sweet right now, don;t you?" she inquired.&nbsp; "The island has some lovely apiaries.&nbsp; I go to visit them a lot because my cousin works there."&nbsp; The blond maiden giggled a little.&nbsp; "I used to have a huge love hate relationship with those bees.&nbsp; They made the most delicious confections in the world, but weren't usually very happy to share them.&nbsp; I only visited every few months, though, so i never got used to them.&nbsp; My cousin would relax among the flowers in perfect harmony with Creation, and I'd all but stumble over her, eyes going wide, "Naila!&nbsp; Theres' dozens of bees on you!"&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 14:39:37</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div> <div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/d/db/Kyoko_Evening-Star.png)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>Name: Kyoko<br>Location: Ballroom<br>Tagging: Kyosuke<br><br>&nbsp;Kyoko offered her husband a soft chuckle as he mentioned about her dress on the floor of their bed chambers. "Oh you. You know exactly where talk like that is going to end up." she said leaning into nuzzle him back. They had been together through thick and thin over the years and only gotten closer since. I still remember how much lip you gave our lord when we first got here. Your side was nice and bruised for a long while from the number of times I used my elbow on it." she said offering him a light chuckle. "Still if you want a tumble in the sheets before the morning you know I'm not going to turn you down." she said to him.<br><br>_________________________________<br><br>Name: Talitha<br>Location: Tower under the stars<br>Tagging: Spark and Sanja<br><br>&nbsp;Talitha nodded her head to the others. She looked down at Spark as the woman looked up at her and she looked down at her.&nbsp; She reached down and gently began to caress her hair as she looked up out at the night's sky itself. It was peaceful she had to admit. "Yeah I agree with you. It is quite peaceful indeed." she said to her as she leaned her head back and just let the sea breeze blow across her. As it did the memories spent watching the trees blow came back to her. It was her old life in the temple, this was her new life now. As she stared at the stars above them she reached out and plucked one of the bits of food from the tray they took with them from the banquet and presented it for Spark to eat, as she was feeding her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 14:42:32</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/V%27neef_Briar_Rose.jpg)</div>Atasha (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pwcX1ZfZDJlrcWxwT8gAHB-Xb4Q5S7bjOEitGW-Hl78/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Atasha waved over a server and poured them each a cup of stiff black brew.&nbsp; "I enjoy a good book, though not as much as some of my friends.&nbsp; Glory, though.&nbsp; That sounds nice.&nbsp; A strong opponent to get my heart racing.&nbsp; Clear and present danger so i know i draw my blades for the right."&nbsp; She shook her head and gave a soft, feminine chuckle.&nbsp; "Good lord.&nbsp; Father was chastise me for wishing for more of that.&nbsp; 'Treasure every moment of peace and prosperity you can get, Atasha.&nbsp; Put up that sword and go pray to your mother for a bountiful harvest.'"&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She sighed and shook her head.&nbsp; “I guess I'm just not made for that.”&nbsp; The svelte girl expertly dolloped out some&nbsp; honey.&nbsp; "Do you like your coffee sweet?&nbsp; We have both honey and cream today."&nbsp; <br><br>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Ryu Wojin</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 15:12:59</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(http://puu.sh/CqTLX/cbaa74ff44.jpg)</div> <span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size">Lynette Huzon (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YiL6CrhiFjxCaLGjlZCHK9_1EZtOJofjJfRqjqCI3b8/edit?usp=sharing)</span><br><br>"I do like it sweet. I must admit I have a sweet tooth and honey is just perfect for that. Honeyed Tea whenever I'm studying all night is the best!"<br><br>Lynette will take a breath to think upon the girl's other statements though. "There are words of wisdom there. To fight the good fight is a thrill, but if there isn't a fight... Then what then?" Even though Lynette is 'sorta' chatising the girl, she really does sympathize. "Granted, I would want to do something more productive than praying."
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 15:22:45</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><strong>Spark</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"We're all climbing out of the bromeliad, aren't we?" Sanja commented after a little while, still working her expert massage. "It's an old book I read.&nbsp; Flowers that grow on the sides of trees in distant jungles.&nbsp; Some of the bromeliads will gather water.&nbsp; Tree frogs lay their eggs in the water.&nbsp; The eggs hatch, and the tadpoles start their lives there.&nbsp; For maybe the first third of their lives, that's Creation to them.&nbsp; The water inside this one little flower.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Eventually the tadpole grows into a frog, with legs and toes and lungs, and all the things they need to enter the wider world.&nbsp; Then they climb up out of that flower and look over vast jungles, full of trees, and birds, and monkeys.&nbsp; Full of monsters and lovers.&nbsp; All these things they've never dreamed of before.&nbsp; All Creation opening up to them.&nbsp; That's us right now, I think.&nbsp; Coming out of your monastery, or our manse. <br>&nbsp;It's time to see what's out there."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 15:48:36</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br><strong>Name:</strong> Talitha<br><strong>Location:</strong> Tower under the stars<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Spark and Sanja<br><br>&nbsp;The words Sanja spoke were pretty spot on for what she felt. "I guess you are right. Heh...feels good." she said relaxing in that embrace as she offered Spark another piece of the food they had taken with them. As she looked up she remembered a lullaby from when she was a little girl. It was one that one of the sister's used to sing to her as a little girl growing up in the monastery. The whole scene made her feel it so she felt she had to express herself now for it. She closed her eyes as she relaxed herself and simply let the words spill fourth from her lips as she felt the breeze around them. <br><br>"Toorimase toorimase<br>Ikaba izuko ga hosomichi nareba<br>Tenjin moto he to itaru hosomichi<br>Goiken gomuyou toorenu totemo<br>Kono ko no too no oiwai ni<br>Ryou no ofuda wo osame ni sanzu<br>Iki wa yoi nagi kaeri wa kowaki<br>Wa ga naka kowaki no tooshi kana"<br><br>&nbsp;After a moment she let the song drift off into the heavens above as she offered them a soft smile. "Sorry it was just a little something from my childhood. It's a little song or lullaby my nursemaid used to sing to me when it was time for bed." she said a bit sheepishly. She had not gotten this far with anyone else so quickly. Yet Sanja and SPark made her feel at ease and allowed her to open up a bit more. So she did. She let herself be open for these two women. It felt nice to do so that was for sure with her now. Still it was very fun as well.<br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">OOC The translation for the song above</div><div class="spoiler_body">Let us pass, let us pass<br>Where does this narrow path lead?<br>This is the narrow pathway to the gods in heaven<br>Your thoughts do not matter; you cannot pass<br>To celebrate this child’s tenth<br>I must make an offering with these talismans<br>Going in may be pleasant, but returning is scary<br>Can I pass despite my fears?</div></div> 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 17:47:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright"><strong>Yolhu Tides</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div>As celebrations started full, Yolhu enjoyed watching and hearing proceedings, but he started then wander away from hustle and noise of the main feast hall to go one side passages while holding goblet of wine in his hand. Going to one lone balconies where view to ocean was not obscured, watching the dancing waves in sunlight as he sips wine and enjoys ocean breeze and taste of the wine by himself. Hearing the celebration echo from main hall to the passage behind him and it bringing smile to his lips.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 17:47:27</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft"><strong>Khrui Tinker</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br>(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/e5/d6/c9/e5d6c9abc7c09e3c2e438ba616dde04e.jpg)</div><br><em>while outside dinning/feast hall at hangars....</em> (http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120608192413/finalfantasy/images/f/f8/LindblumCastleFactory.png)<br><br>Khrui was shouting from platform on the working crew below him; "Pull her slowly in, easy, easy there! Excellent! Now lift her up so we can get good look on her hull!" Khrui slided down the platform through using rope and go to main maintenance platform where one Ramala's ships have been pulled into hangar and lifted up so it was suspended in air. Khrui inspected the hull and started give instructions; "I see signs of some barnacles here and there, so chop them off and apply the solution into the spots so it starts repair the damage. Once it's dried we will apply entire bottom hull the anti-sealife agent treatment so it will reject for time future barnacle and other sucker contact while on ocean on the hull. Now let's check the controls on the ship and the sails condition and interior of the hull for leaks or fractures."<br><br>Diligent as Khrui was, not all were thrilled to working hours in ship repairs while there was big party and celebration going on. Khrui had created schedule where everyone get chance to join but some grumbled about Khrui's over eager attitude. While few to none realize Khrui did not include himself party celebration list whatsoever. He plans work all day and most night on all four three hour shifts. Fewer than that know even reason why he is so devoted and focused on his duties.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>21-02-2019, 23:10:45</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7b/The_scarlet_dragon.jpg/410px-The_scarlet_dragon.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Xenovia<br><strong>Location:</strong> Ramalan's chambers<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Ramalan and company<br><br>Xenovia wasn't used to such attention, at least not all at once.&nbsp; She moaned for them, nearly breaking the kiss with Ramalan as the trio of nubile, lewdly gifted young women serviced them both, her blood running hot and skin gaining a healthy flush as her arousal spiked.&nbsp; Not wanting to be just receiving attention, the blonde actor turned warrior reached with one hand towards the girl currently straddling her knee, grasping one full, lovely breast and giving it a squeeze, even as she moved her leg to press her knee more firmly between the girl's legs, gently rubbing the cleft that lay between them, though it felt a little awkward given the position.&nbsp; She finally had to pull back from the kiss, laughing gaily.&nbsp; "I think we ought to move ourselves onto the bed proper, Ramalan, otherwise we're liable to fall off of it."&nbsp; She gave his erection an appreciative glance, even using her free hand to give it a teasing stroke.&nbsp; "We can also put this to better use~" <br><br><hr><br><strong>Name:</strong> Kyosuke<br><strong>Location:</strong> Sitting at the table with his wife<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Kyoko<br><br>Kyosuke was sorely tempted, but sighed softly.&nbsp; "Much as I'd love to have one last dance, my darling Kyoko, I need to be fresh and ready to depart come morning," he said, sounding truly regretful about that fact.&nbsp; "Otherwise I'd be more than happy to worship you as you deserve before I have to leave."&nbsp; He gave her a tender kiss.&nbsp; "When I return, however..."&nbsp; He trailed off, the hand on her thigh sliding upwards, stopping just shy of touching her most intimate area.&nbsp; "We'll have to see about giving the maids something to fuss about~"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>22-02-2019, 00:07:09</strong>
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				&nbsp;<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/d/db/Kyoko_Evening-Star.png)<br><div align="center">]</div>[/floatright<br><br><strong>Name:</strong> Kyoko<br><strong>Location:</strong>At a Ballroom table with her husband<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Kyosuke<br><br>&nbsp;She giggled a bit to him as he really wanted to take her. He was as passionate as the dragon who gave him his second breath. She leaned in close to him. "Uffufu is that so eh? You know the last time you said those words. Three months later I couldn't fit in my armor. Six months after that we found out why." she said playfully teasing him. "However as a dutiful wife I should at least make an effort. So then my dear husband...follow me." she purred to him as she gently took his hand in her and led him away. It was late enough in the festivities that they could disappear and it be considered socially acceptable to do so.&nbsp; She slowly took him down one of the side venues. When they reached a secluded enough spot she offered him a playful smile as she sank to her knees. "Now then my dear husband..." she said to him as she slowly undid his pants. "...a little taste for you to take with you of things to come." she said to him as she nuzzled and licked his exposed member.</div>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>23-02-2019, 06:39:56</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://ih0.redbubble.net/image.368529591.4800/flat,800x800,070,f.u2.jpg)</div><strong>Nara (Yohlu's Leiutenant)</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/13V858sHrhKuR2YuB8lK_v4yhmC9ezX1fq_Yx-ZJk6pQ/edit)<br><strong>Name:</strong> Nala<br><strong>Location:</strong> The Balcony<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Yohlu Tides<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Nara slipped away from the gathering at sunset to make her way into a small chapel.&nbsp; She quietly intoned several minutes of devotional prayers.&nbsp; The blond girl's faith was warm and sure this evening, affirmed by the evidence of her gods return to the world--and further sign of the world's need for Him--and them.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;With her rituals complete, and several moments spent in quiet contemplation after, Nara headed back into the banquet hall.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A few minutes later, the sapphire clad blond, with two glasses of wine and a bottle of fine sherry carefully held in one hand, came out behind Yohlu.&nbsp; She wrapped one arm--strong and supple--around the silent officer's back.&nbsp; Full breasts, clad in sapphire colored silk--pressed into his back.&nbsp; In an intimate whisper she reserved for quiet and peaceful times with him, Nara said, "Things are grinding into motion, Yohlu."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;She gave him a tight squeeze.&nbsp; "I think we're going to do great things together."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The blond girl stretched up to whisper to the dragon blooded's ear, "The old texts say much about the glory of the Sun's Chosen, but you are my hero, Yohlu, and always will be."&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>23-02-2019, 13:39:15</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/95/52745e95b101322f85f2512ecc267a79.jpg)</div><strong>Hearts Ablaze Abarami</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HIsIRVzBisiu7Q4C65lYZwSXxqHIqdxFg0ZcXGKigJQ/ed<br>it)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan expressed his agreement with a hungry rumble.&nbsp; He backed up onto the bed and drew Xenovia with him.&nbsp; Instead of renewing the kiss, he reached down to caress the other solar's petals with expert fingers.&nbsp; "Undress for us, girls," he commanded with a sensual smirk.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Yes, master," The chorused.&nbsp; The three girls helped each other out of their skimpy clothes, trading kisses, giggling and looking over the two allready in the bed.&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Zaer Darkwail</strong> on <strong>23-02-2019, 15:59:59</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://orig11.deviantart.net/e0a5/f/2010/294/b/d/betta2_by_sandara-d318lqc.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> <strong>Yolhu</strong> (https://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=285194.msg14040774#msg14040774)<br><strong>Location/Date/Time:</strong> The Balcony<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Nara<br><strong>Notes:</strong> None <br><br>Yolhu stood admiring the ocean, his sharp senses catches someone is coming from behind. But the figure was familiar to him so he did not feel alarmed, his scent caught the familiar scent of perfumed soap Nara uses when she prepares banquets and gatherings. Thus double confirm her identity besides echo location giving full details of her dress but also body beneath. He haven't told anyone his senses allow literally see people nude thanks sound penetrating fabric and armor rather easily.<br><br>So he was not alarmed as she moved wrap her arm around him, listening her whispers he turned face her and looking down. To her brilliant blue eyes and beautiful face which he had seen grown as he had lived in the island. See the brilliant caste mark in her forehead since she awakened her heritage to full swing. He smiles to her and leans his forehead, touching hers as he looks into her eyes. Much history is there between them as she had grown watching and being translator for Yolhu but then become second in command to him.<br><br>But even if he has been aware of her beauty and being woman he had held back from enter romance with her, fearing it would change things....too weird between them. But now in brilliance sun shining in ocean in today which is momentous occasion he feels he should not be perhaps be not that much fearful for a changes, as they could lead to greater things. He changes his leaning subtly, moving closer and turn, so gently and slowly his lips connect with Nara, first time kissing her ever. His lips gently exploring, sucking on hers, tasting and feeling them. Then gently and slow as it started, it ended as their lips parted as Yolhu kept eye contact with her eyes to see her reaction and emotions the kiss made on her. First time respond to her romantic advances since she started them.<br><br>Silently his hand reaches to pick up one the wine glasses, raising it to toast he signs with his glass holding hand; <em>"For great things to come."</em>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>23-02-2019, 19:27:33</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7b/The_scarlet_dragon.jpg/410px-The_scarlet_dragon.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Xenovia<br><strong>Location:</strong> Ramalan's chambers<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Ramalan and company<br><br>Xenovia got comfortable with Ramalan on the bed, smiling and watching the girls when he instructed them to undress, purring in pleasure as his fingers found her moistening slit, spreading her legs a little wider to give him better access.&nbsp; "You have such lovely assistants, my dear captain," she cooed, gazing at them appreciatively as she gave some more attention to their master's shaft, stroking it gently in time with the movement of his fingers rubbing over and between her folds with an expert's touch.&nbsp; "Mmmnf~" <br><br><hr><br><strong>Name:</strong> Kyosuke<br><strong>Location:</strong> Receiving a parting gift in the seclusion of a side venue<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Kyoko<br><br>Kyosuke smirked as he remembered his initial shock at learning why his wife had been finding it difficult to fit in her armor, then the pride that followed.&nbsp; He was truly a very fortunate man to have children with this wonder of a woman.&nbsp; Maybe they'd try for another when he returned?&nbsp; Thoughts for another time as he let himself be led away from the table and into a side venue, raising one brow as Kyoko knelt before him.&nbsp; "You are far too good to me," he rumbled as she teased his shaft to life.&nbsp; "I'll have to make this up to you, but gods, you definitely know how to make a man feel appreciated~"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>26-02-2019, 00:31:11</strong>
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				&nbsp;<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/d/db/Kyoko_Evening-Star.png)<br><div align="center">]</div>[/floatright<br><br><strong>Name:</strong> Kyoko<br><strong>Location:</strong> In a side room of the Banquet<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Kyosuke<br><br>&nbsp;Kyoko looked up at her husband grinning. "Ufufufu is that so eh? Such a naughty dragon you Kyo-kun." she purred using a nickname she begun to call him since they had gotten married. "Now then how about I tend to 'Kyo-chan here." she purred to him as she moved her head down to nuzzle the base of his shaft before licking her way up to the tip. She used her to gently circle the tip of his organ before swallowing it into her mouth. She let herself go about half down his length before pulling back up and going back down again. Her hands gently caressed and fondled his sack and orbs as she bobbed up and then down his penis. </div>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>01-03-2019, 11:56:35</strong>
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				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/c/c4/Teresa.full.2218632.jpg)</div><div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/6/68/B143ef625b323da0d34435cd3e5e1b52c4f8f117d8dae1a6b1c080fcfcb73d6c.jpg)</div><strong>Sanja</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iaJaDaJ8DzyYgO_Xkca8Jc0KFS-Jg0BmdAGbEDhr9-o/edit)<br><strong>Spark</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3URUvvMd7TgYuyiFGfbNueuoCKhOVbhAoeR_Z106CY/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark looked up into Talitha's eyes as she sang.&nbsp; The young elemental-kin's silver eyes danced in quiete awe.&nbsp; "So far away.&nbsp; Is that...&nbsp; Low realm?&nbsp; I want to see the whole world..."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja was quiete for many moments, letting the lovely song sink in.&nbsp; "That was pretty."&nbsp; Her deft little fingers worked their way down Talitha's back.&nbsp; "So much out there.&nbsp; Even with all i've read, just having you here a few hours tells me there's places and people and langueges and wonders beyond my wildest dreams out there."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja grinned as she turned the soothing massage to a playful scratch up the toher girl's back, then suddenly she gave a squeel.&nbsp; "Oh!&nbsp; Spark, do you remember that song?&nbsp; Your great grandfather sang it, right?&nbsp; The one who came to the manse with those seven ships, like a century and a half ago?&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Oh, that?" Spark blushed a little.&nbsp; "Great great great grandfather, Sanja!&nbsp; You really dont have a good grasp on mortal life.&nbsp; I mean, <em>your</em> grandmother remembers when Umari exalted!"&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Sanja shook her head.&nbsp; "Sorry.&nbsp; Wow, and they all had Age STaving Cordial too...&nbsp; Wait, wait.&nbsp; Did anyone ever write that song down?&nbsp; How do you know you remember it right?"&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Spark blushed.&nbsp; "I'm...&nbsp; Not sure I remmeber it at all!&nbsp; I bet uncle Jono does...&nbsp; Oh!&nbsp; Okay, you win!&nbsp; I'll remember it!&nbsp; And i'll sing it for you too!&nbsp; &nbsp;I'm sure there are still people out there who sing it too.&nbsp; I want to find <em>them</em> someday."&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Silver eyes fluttered shut.&nbsp; For several moments, the blond teen breathed so evently, Sanja was starting to wonder if she'd fallen asleep.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Then Spark's lips parted and it felt like a chorus of a thousand generations came resonating from her lips...&nbsp; <br><br>"Tatou o tagata folau e vala’auina<br>E le atua o le sami tele e o mai<br>Ia ava’e le lu’itau e lelei<br>Tapenapena<br><br>Aue, aue<br>Nuku I mua<br>Te manulele e tataki e<br>Aue, aue<br>Te fenua, te malie,<br>Nae ko hakilia mo kaiga e<br><br>We read the wind and the sky<br>When the sun is high<br>We sail the length of sea<br>On the ocean breeze<br>At night we name every star<br>We know where we are<br>We know who we are, who we are<br><br>Aue, aue,<br>We set a course to find<br>A brand new island everywhere we row<br>Aue, aue,<br>We keep our island in our mind<br>And when it’s time to find home<br>We know the way<br><br>Aue, aue, we are explorers reading every sign<br>We tell the stories of our elders<br>In the never ending chain<br><br>Aue, aue<br>Te fenua, te mālie<br>Nā heko hakilia<br>We know the way."<br><br><div class="spoiler_container"><div onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button" class="spoiler_header">Spoiler: Click to Show/Hide</div><div class="spoiler_body">I apologize for the Disney attack, but it had to happen! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ubZrAmRxy_M)</div></div>
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>01-03-2019, 12:33:22</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/6/6d/514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg/358px-514085d04be7f735c165b88649669db5190fca0e.jpg)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br>&nbsp;Talitha offered both the girls a smile as they mentioned about songs and then Spark song her song. It made her smile at the song itself. When she was done did she decide to speak. "Mmm I wouldn't exactly know the language it's from but yeah I think you are right. Sister Amala spoke fluent Low Realm. Still your song is pretty and speaks of an island culture." she said though she felt kind of bad for having to spoil Sanja's view of the world. Still she sighed but she needed to say it. "Sanja there is much to expereince, however outside the Realm, the world...is not a nice place. It plagued with many problems. This place...this Manse is like a place out of a different time. I just want you to know that beyond this place is a world full wonder as it is full of pain and suffering." she said sighing once more. "Though more suffering than wonder these days." she said to her.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>04-03-2019, 23:23:20</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/7/7d/V%27neef_Briar_Rose.jpg)</div>Atasha (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pwcX1ZfZDJlrcWxwT8gAHB-Xb4Q5S7bjOEitGW-Hl78/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Atasha giggled a little bit.&nbsp; “Well, I don't know if I'd say praying wasn't <em>productive</em>.&nbsp; Mother does a lot to keep the fields in the south productive enough to feed three times as many as they would without her.”&nbsp; She gave a little shrug of slender, supple shoulders.&nbsp; “I'm grateful for her too—we all are.&nbsp; I just don't feel the same passion for that that my sisters do.”&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The svelte swords woman dolloped out some honey into a black brew for both of them, then a little bit of cream.&nbsp; She took a sip, then smiled, “Perfect.”&nbsp; 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>05-03-2019, 11:01:35</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7b/The_scarlet_dragon.jpg/410px-The_scarlet_dragon.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Kyosuke<br><strong>Location:</strong> Receiving a parting gift in the seclusion of a side venue<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Kyoko<br><br>Kyosuke bit his lower lip, smothering a groan as his wife, his lovely, talented wife, dragged her tongue up the length of his shaft, then began truly working his cock with her hot little mouth.&nbsp; "Fuck me, Kyoko," he hissed from between his teeth, stroking her hair tenderly in appreciation for her efforts.&nbsp; "I'll never know what I did to deserve you, but I know I'll never tire of how you spoil me~"&nbsp; She never failed to please, and he made a mental note to repay her for this little treat once he returned from whatever mission Umari had in store for him. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Sessha</strong> on <strong>06-03-2019, 14:39:17</strong>
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				&nbsp;<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/d/db/Kyoko_Evening-Star.png)<br><div align="center">]</div></div><br><strong>Name:</strong> Kyoko<br><strong>Location:</strong> In a side room of the Banquet<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Kyosuke<br><br>&nbsp;Kyoko smiled up at her husband from around his thick rod. She pulled off it for a moment. "Mmm I think it was when we both got drunk that one night in back in Lookshy." she said teasing him about their first night they discovered his "battle lust." Still it was fun and you are fun now. As for making it up to me well you know what to do." she purred winking at him as she took his dick back into her mouth. She swallowed it down into her throat, using her her throat muscles and tongue to massage his length. Her fingers gently massaged the orbs in his sack. She wanted his "essence" and she wasn't going to take no for an answer in her efforts. Her other hand was also busy stroking his length to help add to it.
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>07-03-2019, 08:07:44</strong>
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				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7b/The_scarlet_dragon.jpg/410px-The_scarlet_dragon.jpg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Kyosuke<br><strong>Location:</strong> Receiving a parting gift in the seclusion of a side venue<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Kyoko<br><br>Kyosuke let out a low chuckle, remembering that night rather fondly indeed.&nbsp; "Oh, yes, I'll make it up to you and then some," he promised her, fulling intending to make good on it once he was able to.&nbsp; Her efforts were starting to bear fruit, his cock and balls alive with pleasure.&nbsp; She'd receive her reward for all her hard work before too long, no doubt about it.&nbsp; &nbsp;"Gods, Kyoko, you could suck the life from a man if you wanted," he went on, her efforts bearing fruit as he felt an all too familiar pressure building in his loins.&nbsp; "Fuck, I won't last at this rate~"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>28-03-2019, 01:08:57</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7d/Commander_-_4.jpg/450px-Commander_-_4.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Ashen Heron (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XxXRLF3ZMW-zhaOxmoL-K7BTXP3tiH8Bu3DZTg3T7ug/edit#)</strong></span><br>Name: Ashen Heron<br>Location: The evening after the launch of the exploratory expedition, Medical floors, Examinations<br>Tagging: Lord Umari<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ashen Heron paced across the med bay, the paper walls having been erected on either side as was proper the attendance of a prominent lord coming to review a patient, but to&nbsp; avoid it becoming a political move. He had informed Umari by messenger of a medical need that required the lord's personal check-up due to spreading symptoms. He now awaited the response, either the lord would grace the floors of the medbay with his presence, or would ask that Ashen bring a med team. With the statement of symptoms, he expected the lord to come down and be seen, as he would wish to see the other victims of any possible disease. Ashen counted on it. Disease in a closed community was a serious and possibly devastating event. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The guardsman awaited, the small room decorated with a stool, an acupuncture mat for prone review and diagnosis, a bright essence powered light fixture was wheeled in and poised as a drooping lilly over the table, to the side a small table with several warming oils, incense, and candles. The physician was primed. Heron needed to review for supernatural influence, and to stop Heron from describing the symptoms to avoid corrupting the examination. Of course while the leader of their community was undergoing his examination Ashen Heron would be there to protect him. He would also watch for anything that would spread the corruption. The stage was set, would the lead actor arrive to the portrayal. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>30-03-2019, 02:39:12</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div>Name: Umari<br>Location: The evening after the launch of the exploratory expedition, Medical floors, Examinations<br>Tagging: Ashen Heron<br><br>Umari nodded in greeting to Ashen Heron as he entered the cubicle, sliding the screen aside and closing it again behind him. He took a quick look over the arrangements that had been made before turning to Ashen Heron directly. "Ashen Heron," he said simply, nodding once more. "You message indicated that we might have a serious problem, but was somewhat lacking in the specifics. What is happening, and where is our patient at the moment?"<br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>31-03-2019, 09:38:05</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7d/Commander_-_4.jpg/450px-Commander_-_4.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Ashen Heron (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XxXRLF3ZMW-zhaOxmoL-K7BTXP3tiH8Bu3DZTg3T7ug/edit#)</strong></span><br>Name: Ashen Heron<br>Location: The evening after the launch of the exploratory expedition, Medical floors, Examinations<br>Tagging: Lord Umari<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;As Lord Umari entered the room, Ashen Heron knelt before his liege, as did the attending physician. Once addressed he rose to meet the gravity of the situation. "Yes my liege, a serious problem indeed. An unforeseen or incubating contagion may have been released among us when the newcomers arrived. You and I have been exposed to those who have exhibited symptoms, this is why I brought you to an examination room before we continued this conversation. I have already been examined. It is time that we checked you for contamina-"<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;"My lord," the attending physician arose from his position. "We must begin the examination before we can continue this discussion. Authenticity. My lord, if you would, it will but take a few moments I assure you. Then you and Master Heron may converse in our offices, in private, or otherwise if needed." The physician offered the table with a bow and a wave of his hand. 
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>09-04-2019, 02:17:01</strong>
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			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div>Name: Umari<br>Location: The evening after the launch of the exploratory expedition, Medical floors, Examinations<br>Tagging: Ashen Heron<br><br>Umari frowned in concern at the report, drew a deep breath and then nodded. "Hopefully may is not is, and our concerns are groundless, but yes, we should have anyone potentially infected be examined." <br><br>He raised a hand and gestured towards the stool and then the mat. "Where would you like me?"
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			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Chajesdad</strong> on <strong>10-05-2019, 13:26:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatright">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/thumb/7/7d/Commander_-_4.jpg/450px-Commander_-_4.jpg)</div><span style="font-size: 14pt;" class="bbc_size"><strong>Ashen Heron (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XxXRLF3ZMW-zhaOxmoL-K7BTXP3tiH8Bu3DZTg3T7ug/edit#)</strong></span><br>Name: Ashen Heron<br>Location: The evening after the launch of the exploratory expedition, Medical floors, Examinations<br>Tagging: Lord Umari<br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The physician directed Umari to the stool first, with the understanding that the odd table with the padded circular hole on one end would come with time. He began with a thorough physical, and questioning from Ashen, who because of the delicate nature of the examination was acting as the physician's assistant. While Ashen was reading off the questions, the doctor placed a hand on Umari's head and temple and offered a nervous sigh. One that changed to relief moments later as he stepped back. <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;"Lord Heron, your concern here is clean. Lord Umari holds no infections." <br><br>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The proclamation hung in the air a moment, the guard captain clearly not ready for this information. Yet, he had been here, nothing had happened to corrupt the physician, and he pronounced the Lord clean. "We should retire for the rest of this conversation. The other patients need not know our concerns and problems." Ashen Heron was willing to show the leader of their world to the physician's office which was closest, his offices which were nearby or escort Umari back to his quarters and council, though the latter he still encouraged keep the conversation private. <br><br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>HairyHeretic</strong> on <strong>25-05-2019, 01:31:42</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/5/50/15b3a41b63432bcd1c3755c910f8be5c.jpg)</div>Name: Umari<br>Location: The evening after the launch of the exploratory expedition, Medical floors, Examinations<br>Tagging: Ashen Heron<br><br>"Thank you, Doctor," Umari gave the physician a smile and a nod. "If you don't have any pressing need of it, perhaps the two of us might make use of your office for a short time." For all the polite phrasing, the doctor recognized the instructions and bowed in response.<br><br>A few moments later, Umari and Ashen Heron were settled in the doctor's small office, the door closed to ensure their privacy. Umari sat himself down, gesturing for Ashen Heron to do likewise, and waited for the officer to speak.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>03-06-2019, 22:00:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/95/52745e95b101322f85f2512ecc267a79.jpg)</div><strong>Hearts Ablaze Abarami</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HIsIRVzBisiu7Q4C65lYZwSXxqHIqdxFg0ZcXGKigJQ/ed<br>it)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The three girls moved over Xenovia, kissing and licking and nibbling while Ramalan's clever finger's teased her womanhood.&nbsp; They slipped off any clothing the blond thespian still wore.&nbsp; Then Blaze--giving Xenovia a kiss--whispered, "Would you share a taste of my master's passion with me?"&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>03-06-2019, 22:11:52</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Xenovia<br><strong>Location:</strong> Ramalan's chambers<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Ramalan and company<br><br>Xenovia moaned hotly, the work of Ramalan and his women stirring her passions to a feverish pitch.&nbsp; "Gods, yes," she replied eagerly to Blaze, giving her a kiss, probing the woman's mouth hungrily before she withdrew to turn to Ramalan once more.&nbsp; "I think the good captain is in need of some attention," she purred, reaching down to touch him, exploring him with her fingers and shivering at the heat of him in her hand.&nbsp; "So tense... we simply must do something about it~"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>03-06-2019, 22:22:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				[<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/95/52745e95b101322f85f2512ecc267a79.jpg)</div><strong>Hearts Ablaze Abarami</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HIsIRVzBisiu7Q4C65lYZwSXxqHIqdxFg0ZcXGKigJQ/ed<br>it)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Blaze lead Xenovia down the bed, 'til the blond and the redhead were stetted between the captain's spread legs.&nbsp; Blaze took a long lick up the lower vein of her master's member, then gave the blond a quick kiss, enticing Xenovia's lips to join hers.&nbsp; The other two girls slipped up on either side of Ramalan, who's breath was speeding now.&nbsp; He leaned to each side to give a girl a slow kiss, wrapping an arm around each waist.&nbsp; Then looed down at Xenovia and Blaze.&nbsp; "Go on," he whispered.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>01-07-2019, 00:51:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Xenovia<br><strong>Location:</strong> Ramalan's chambers<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Ramalan and company<br><br>Xenovia kissed Blaze back and leaned in to lick Ramalan's girth from base to tip, giggling as she listened to his breathing quicken with the jumping of his pulse.&nbsp; It had been a bit too long in the blonde warrior's estimation since she last tasted the... essence of a man, so she sought to remedy that as she wrapped her lips around the head of the captain's cock, swirling her tongue along his glans teasingly, eyes on his face the entire time.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>01-07-2019, 01:22:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/95/52745e95b101322f85f2512ecc267a79.jpg)</div><strong>Hearts Ablaze Abarami</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HIsIRVzBisiu7Q4C65lYZwSXxqHIqdxFg0ZcXGKigJQ/ed<br>it)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan rewarded Xenovia's effoerts with a heated gasp.&nbsp; "Mmmm..." he groaned.&nbsp; "That feels good sweet friend.&nbsp; Don't stop."&nbsp; The captain's eyes flutteres shut as the girls kissed on him.&nbsp; He slid his hands down 'til he was fingering Mists' and Kaname in the most intimate places, familiar loving passion making the girls coo and croon.&nbsp; Blaze purred sensually, looking over at Xenovia while xenovia gazed upon her master.&nbsp; The flame-eyed girl deftly lapped and sucked at her master's flesh purse.&nbsp; One hand cupped the beautiful blond's breast, learning the caresses that made her new playmate happy.&nbsp; The other went between Xenovia's legs, deftly teasing the other girl's petals to fresh heat.&nbsp; 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Crensler</strong> on <strong>01-07-2019, 01:33:21</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/e/e3/Exalted_Dawn_Solar.jpeg)</div><strong>Name:</strong> Xenovia<br><strong>Location:</strong> Ramalan's chambers<br><strong>Tagging:</strong> Ramalan and company<br><br>Xenovia gave a purring moan at Blaze's touch, eyes fluttering shut as she began bobbing her head up and down Ramalan's shaft, her lips, tongue, and the heat of her mouth caressing the length of it in an effort to bring the captain to further heights of pleasure.&nbsp; She loved the way a partner would moan for her, and Ramalan didn't disappoint, the efforts of Blaze adding to the heat this brought her as the blonde groaned around the meat of him.&nbsp; Gods, she'd been on a dry spell for far too long.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Exalted - War Manse 13 - The Manse and surroundings</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Muse</strong> on <strong>30-07-2019, 06:00:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				<div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/9/95/52745e95b101322f85f2512ecc267a79.jpg)</div><strong>Hearts Ablaze Abarami</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HIsIRVzBisiu7Q4C65lYZwSXxqHIqdxFg0ZcXGKigJQ/ed<br>it)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><div class="floatleft">(https://elliquiy.com/elluiki/images/3/30/0729ac96ae5c8445f949b33dc7109eea.jpg)</div><strong>Mists of Evensong</strong> (https://docs.google.com/document/d/12HISzViu1b3S9RNTIyN2SSBjxNmSbHFaIj3x0a1kzyU/edit)<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ramalan gave a soul deep growl and his hips began to buck, manhood pushing up into Xenovia's throat in time to her beautiful caress.&nbsp; He gasped and crushed his eyes shut, caressing his concubine's on the clits now.&nbsp; "Girls..." he growled.&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Knowing what was coming Blaze pressed her petal's into Xenova's knee and rolled them fast.&nbsp; She caressed their new friend's clit and pinched her nipple and...<br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Let's do it together, girls," Ramalan gasped...&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Together!&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"now!"&nbsp; <br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The last word was a chocked off roar of bliss as his seed erupted between Xenovia's lips.&nbsp; The girls in his arms thrust their backs towards the sky and obediently cried out in ecstasy.&nbsp; Even Blaze obeyed her master's command, jerking her hips against Xenovia's knee and rubbing some nectar up her hip...&nbsp; 
			</dd>
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