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 Posted: Sat Jul 23, 2005 8:14 pm
"I guess your right," He said, "I haven't been here long and as you can probably already guess this is my first everything." He listened to her talk about how she wasn't nervous. It sorta seemed like she was bragging, but he didn't mention anything about it. He watched as she pulled out a sketchbook. His eyes lit up, "I wouldn't mind looking at that either." He glanced at them then turned back to both of the girls. He was looking over at it as Heroe flipped through the pages. He could've sworn he saw something else in the sketchbook, but quickly forgot about it as Rafaelle began to spoke.
He was rather suprised with her being so straight forward. Talon gave a soft nod. "Okay, will do." He said grinning, she was his first true friend at the Weyr. He didn't consider the other guys in the barracks 'real' friends, since they were the one's constantly trying to tease him and get him trouble. It only made things worse then he outwit them in every trick they tried. He couldn't help, but laugh when she ranted on about Wherries as "bloody buggers." After a few minutes of laughing he finally caught his breath and looked up grinning. Right when he looked up he saw Rafaelle glancing at Heroe, who was blushing and turning the page of the sketchbook.
"Did I miss something?" He asked as Heroe tore out a page and handed the book to Rafaelle, although all he saw was the paper get tucked into her pack. However, he didn't mention anything. He looked at the flute and marveled at it's skillfully built. Talon then looked at the page with the rider and his dragon. He hoped one day, he would sit proudly on the back of a winged-companion. He admired all her work. She reminded him of an old friend he had from a few years back. He closed his eyes for a second remembering the day they told him that she died. She took to an illness, not even the Master Healer could save her.
Talon opened his eyes to fall into a silent trance as he reminisce on those cold days. He had been out of town with his father, when they came back. She was gone, Talon bit his lip and forced a smile on his face. She was the only person other than his mother, who supported him and his dreams to become a dragonrider. He dared not close his eyes again, for he could feel the lump that wanted to swell up in his throat. He did his best to hold it down so none of them would notice.
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Posted: Sat Jul 23, 2005 8:52 pm
Lemurrin craned his neck, trying (and failing) to catch a glimpse of the eggs. "There were 5 that I saw when I got here, and I think there have been at least 2 more since then." He smiled at Kalya. "I'll be down there on the sands, yes. And I thank you for your vote of confidence." A stray thought intruded and he added, "Tarlith, too." He followed the bluerider's line of sight and bowed his head slightly at the dragon.
When she mentioned Impression, the harper's fire lizards both chirred happily. Lemurrin grinned much broader than usual at the memory of the flits' hatching. "I've had a taste of Impression, although I can only imagine how much stronger the bond is with a dragon."
Grenna squeaked rather indignantly, as if impressing her wasn't enough for anyone! For she was a green, and just as good as that Big Green -she projected a distorted vision of Liliath- and..! Brownie squawked at the little green, who flitted her wings, almost chastened.
Lemurrin scratched the pair's headknobs fondly. He thought about telling Kalya what he'd been.. hearing (over-hearing, really) but hesitated.
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Posted: Sat Jul 23, 2005 10:09 pm
"Yes, the flits hatching had to be a rather big occasion for myself also. Though I was lucky, I got this one first." She pointed towards the blue that was wrapped around her neck. "Roller was a good practice for the terror that followed." She shakes her head causing Nicker to squarp suddenly before seteling back down on his perch. "If I had not already gotten Podge and Nugget... I mean Kalesk and Kesk, I believe I would have drawn the line after I got him." She smiles before her mind puts two and two together... "Am I talking outloud when I chat with Tarlith again? I though I was better about that now..." She mused for a moment before shrugging and adding, "Well it doesn't really matter. Mind playing tricks I guess."
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Posted: Sat Jul 23, 2005 10:47 pm
Lemurrin bit his lip. "Actually, um.. You didn't say anything out loud. I just.. knew what he said in response." His face flushed, knowing how ridiculous he must sound. He had to be imagining these things.. right? The harper mirrored Kalya's shrug, trying to regain his composure.
Grenna squeaked at Roller and Nicker in a friendly manner. Not feeling terribly social, Brownie stretched out across Lemurrin's shoulders, tail wrapped loosely around his neck.
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Posted: Sat Jul 23, 2005 10:51 pm
Kalya blinked a few times as her mind caught up. "I believe I have heared of a... talent like that. You mean to say you can here my Tarlith?" She seemed a little confused on how that was suppost to work, but then again, she never could quite get the hang of mindspeakign anyway. "Shards! That is so amazing." She grinned, her face bright with curiosity. "Can you read minds or just listen to thoughts?"
o O (Sleepy time for me)
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Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2005 2:58 am
Verde cooed softly as she twirled a bit before landing delicately on the Weyrwoman's shoulder. Kirana couldn't help but wince, trying to hide herself behind the ever growing crowd as Azure chittered angrily on her opposite shoulder. Sure, Verde was just trying to help, but there were channels that had to be gone through, espeically with something like this...
((I'm sorry if I take forever for me to reply. ^^;; Days are busy for me, so nights/mornings are the only times I usually have))
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Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2005 5:43 am
Rafaelle's grin widened as he agreed, and was overjoyed that she had found her frst friend so far in the Weyr. She wasn't sure whether you could count Jahiro, as she had only talked to him briefly, but she was sure she'd get to know even more dragonsriders in the future. She might even get the chance to talk with one of the dragons! Oh, What a privilege that would be!
Looking back at Hero, she took the shetchbook gently in her hands, admiring the first few pictures she saw, but got distracted when Heroe pulled the flute out.
"Oh! Do you play?" Rafaelle asked hopefully. She had been looking for someone to sing with, and hadn't been having very much luck in the past. "And no, Talon, you didn't miss anything," she said with a mischevious grin. "Yet," she whispered to Heroe, giggling as she said this.
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Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2005 6:22 am
Sensing the tension of his Queen the brown moved a little closer to her side, still keeping enough distance between them so that she wouldn't feel crowded. The Weyrfolk were beginning to aggravate the gold and he did not like it one little bit! He ignored L'cian's attempts at placating him and extended his wings protectively, canting his head and revealing sharp teeth to the onlookers.
Tallith, behave yourself!
They upset Ariath. His dragon replied, a rumbling growl resonating in his chest.
L'cian chuckled, shaking his head a little, a small smile curving his mouth. I'm sure she is quite capable of scaring off the crowds by herself dear one.
Of course, not even I would dare risk upsetting her. The dragon agreed whole-heartedly and settled down a little, wings still raised in a protective stance and eyes whirling with incredible speed.
The dragon found incredible amusement however in the secretive way in which Ariath concealed her eggs, head turning to regard her curled form in sheer admiration. She would keep it a secret until she desired the others to know, and that was the way it should be.
~~~
L'cian smiled down at Ephia kindly, feeling a deep understanding of how caught up in the whole situation she was. He had always wondered whether perhaps queen and rider shared things such as this, but it seemed the dragons liked to keep themselves to themselves, enjoying the secret whilst it lasted. "So, our Queen is keeping the number of eggs to herself?" He chuckled and nodded in agreement, "she does know how to keep us in anticipation doesn't she." He let his eyes follow the curve of her golden back and the arch of her wings as she kept her treasures from view. Tallith too seemed to be loving his role in the clutching, showing off in a way that most males would in the same situation. He found it rather endearing that he would act in this way and felt a hint of pride that not many brown dragons and their riders had gotten to know this feeling.
He would remember this for as long as he lived.
A shame then that his dragon wouldn't.
"Plans? And what would these have been Weyrwoman? Unless you are inclined to secrecy like your fine gold there." He teased lightly, surprised at himself for how relaxed he felt in her presence. His dragon crooned at picking up on his rider's cheerful state and his eyes radiated a blue-green essence.
How long would they be standing here? Well let it be all day! At that moment in time L'cian - who usually kept to himself - wanted to share this moment with the whole entire Weyr, dragons and riders alike. This was possibly the only time he would ever feel so alive, so content and he was not fool enough to give up this chance.
~~~
The young tanner journeywoman made her way around the crowds, catching a glimpse of the gold and her mate - both looking rather intimidating - and smiled lightly. She had ridden in on Tallith from her Hold and she felt a hint of pride at being given such an honor. It wasn't often one was given a ride by a dragon let alone the one ridden by a Weyrleader!
She made her way slowly along the stands, glancing around for a familiar face and finding none. With a small, uncomfortable sigh she seated herself to enjoy the moment. She would enjoy it whilst it lasted and she would write all about it to her brother back home, oh how she wished he could be here right now beside her, sharing this unforgettable moment. If it hadn't been for his injury than he himself could even have been a rider himself.
Well she wouldn't let that spoil her mood, this was a day to smile and so Carella put on the most sincere smile she could conjure and didn't allow it to leave for an instant.
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Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2005 11:58 am
((ack! It is been a crazy couple of days. I feel like I was hit by a train! Anyways, gotta bring Nestren back since candidates are gathering...))
Nestren was quite aware of everyone mulling around on the hatching sands. Personally, he felt that the laying of the eggs should be between the gold and her rider...but when in the weyr...
So, he trotted slowly back out. He saw quite a few of the others gathered together on the edge of the sands. People were coming and going, perhaps unaware of how possessive the queen seemed to be...Maybe he could help move them along.
Nestren came up to the group and gave a little wave. "Hello there. I have seen most of you around the weyr, but my name is Nestren."
MasterWeaver found the Weyrleader in the small crowd and made his way over there. Never really the social type, Emoraan felt that he should pay his respects on this momentious event. "Good day to you, L'cian. I see that you watch your queen and rider proudly. Let us hope for a good clutch. Have you had the chance to try out some of the new vests or pads for thread yet?"
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Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2005 12:52 pm
Kirana glanced up at Nestren, reaching up and tucking a strand of hair behind her ear before addressing the boy a good ten turns younger than herself, "Greetings," She sighed, stepping away from the milling group of candidates. She still clutched a skin firmly in her hand, glancing back towards the sands and Verde, her nerves were increasing. "My name is Kirana."
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Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2005 12:58 pm
"Pleasure to officially meet you, Kirana. Did you enjoy tonight's meal? It was one of my new ideas. You might not see much of me all the time, because I am either working in the kitchens or I am out looking for something good to cook in the kitchens."
Nestren gave her his best smile. "I guess you could call me a drudge!"
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Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2005 1:04 pm
Kirana grinned, "I'm sad to say I didn't have the pleasure. I only arrived a few minutes ago. I'm from Harper Hall. I was sent to record the clutching and hatching as it's the first for this Weyr since the disease."
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Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2005 1:17 pm
He nodded at this. "That was sad wasn't it...but I do not remember too much of it seeing as I am only fourteen turns and was living in a small hold about a sevenday's journey from here."
Nestren looked over at Ariath and shook his head. "Perhaps it is me, but I do not think she enjoys all of us staring at her like this."
((Did i just mix EQ talk and Pern talk..*laughs at self*
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Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2005 1:29 pm
Kirana nodded, glancing over at Ariath, "Most Queens like their privacy while clutching. I am only over her to see if I could get permission from the Weyrleaders to know the offical egg tally once it's made..." She frowned. "And my green has taken the liberty of perching herself on the Weyrwoman," She said, gesutoring towards the sands. "And she's refusing to come back..."
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Posted: Sun Jul 24, 2005 1:56 pm
"Your green?" Nestren looked around to see if he could spot Kirana's dragon-mate. "Are you talking about a flit or an actual dragon?"
He wanted to Impress so badly. To go back to his brothers and sisters and show them how he got away from the hold...
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