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 Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 11:44 am
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Valeska - she/her - High Reaches
Valeska was a bundle of nerves. She smoothed out her hair nervously for what seemed like the 50th time today. She had made sure to tie her long, usually messy, blond hair securely in preparation for today. She listened intently to the instructions laid out by the Candidate Master. The last thing she wanted to anger the queen, get kicked out and make a fool out of herself. As his instructions ended, candidates started moving towards the eggs. She followed and bowed very low to both Zenobiath and Aresoth. Despite how warm the sands were, she felt herself shaking slightly.
As the other candidates began touching, she looked around nervously. The eggs were certainly bigger than she had imagined. It was all a little daunting. Slowly and carefully, she made her way over to the Lump of Coal Egg. It was smaller but it somehow made her feel even more intimidated. After a small trembling moment, she very gently passed her hand over the tough shell. Being totally out of her element, she couldn't help but feel a great amount of wonder and admiration for the blessing of being able to be here and touching her first egg. It is a great honor. I am sorry to intrude on your rest with my touching. But, at the same time, she was so happy to be here.
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 3:34 pm
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Holly Egg
No need to fear this egg, the egg seems to say. A burst of assurance would flare through the Candidate, warm and pure. This egg sure is cozy but would much prefer to be out there than in here! Is it time to hatch yet? Kaiator would find the being inside pressing eagerly into his touch. Joy, excitement, and curiosity would pour through him, the little being's feelings quite clear and infectious.
Red & Green Striped Paper Egg
In response to Alisaide's compliment, the egg practically seems to vibrate with pleasure, any exasperation from earlier swiftly evaporating. Oh, ho, compliments always went over well--at least for this egg. Really now, Alisaide could go on, couldn't they? ... no, really. Go on, keep the compliments rolling. Only the best for the best egg on the Sands, after all. And if you could move just to the right, and stroke the top of its shell, that would be perfect.
Candy Cane Egg
Popularity always sits well with this egg, and Kahbrohm could certainly use a bit of that, couldn't he? Still, this egg isn't a selfish thing, and is more than happy to share if the Candidate wishes. Arrogance without acknowledgment or praise is mostly delusion after all--but give it time, Candidate, give it time. Maybe you'll become something great yet. This egg's confidence seems to match Kahbrohm's own, along with good-natured warmth.
Snowman Egg
For a long moment, the egg would give nothing--but the softest touch against his mind would key Dorok in that the egg was taking a look. But almost as soon as the being began to explore, the egg would give a visible twitch--away from the young man, and was that, perhaps, a hint of fear? No rhyme, no reason, no commentary would follow. Nothing but silence from this one.
Lump of Coal Egg
At the touch of Rundanrul, the egg would send the full force of its astonishment onto the young man. And you think you're great enough to handle the likes of me, the egg replies, dismissing the Candidate completely. Please. Run along now and find someone simple, dare I say, more common, to annoy and leave the great eggs to the great ones.
Ding Dong Bell Egg
Power?
Is that the only reason you're here, girl?
The egg seems to give a sudden jerk, almost as if the being inside was giving a snort. Perhaps it had. There's more to life than gaining power, and more to Impression than rising up in rank. From what this egg sees, Miela will have neither! Honestly--is there no vetting involved in this Candidacy thing? Are there no standards? As if this egg, or any egg at all really, should be honored to meet someone like her! The egg is very clearly repulsed.
Mother, Father where are the quality Candidates for this rabble simply will not do! To think the future of Pern rests with this lot. Hmph.
Blue Ornament Egg
Oh! Oh! Are we friends? This egg doesn't have any friends yet but would be so delighted if the Candidate wants to be! Do you need a friend? If so, Blue Ornament is more than happy to help! Friends! Best friends! Friends forever! The egg practically wibbles in pure pleasure at the thought of becoming Ilzerin's friend, and the Candidate will feel nothing but unadulterated joy bubble up within him coming straight from the egg.
Who'd have thought that, out of all the eggs, Ilzerin would want to be best-friends with this egg! Wow. The egg is absolutely pleased as punch to be so needed.
Rudolph Egg
The egg seems to take a quick look at Nashwa and acknowledges the touch--but does not touch back. Nashwa would get the feeling that the egg is content enough, but wouldn't get much more than that. Perhaps there are other eggs that interest the girl?
Red & Green Paper Egg
The day would be much more great if the Candidates could touch an egg right. Still, this egg is well aware that Divisti complimented it--meeting this egg should be a fabulous moment in this girl's life. Remember it well and feel free to return once you learn how to properly touch an egg.
Rudolph Egg
Ah-ha! Finally! The egg, whom had been so passive before, immediately presses against Rhys' hand, hoping for a closer look. Warmth, support, and interest envelop the young man. Of course he's welcome here--why shouldn't he be? This egg is happy to offer what assurance and support it can.
Candy Cane Egg
Of course this egg is lovely--and how lovely of Eyriean to have noticed! It's having as good a time as it can being an egg. What of them? No need to worry about a thing while this egg is near--have some of its confidence too, for that matter, and some good tidings. Today is a day to be remembered, and this egg hopes its made quite the impression on them.
String of Lights Egg
Of course you will be! The gentle touch of the egg seems to become more tangible around Chakuri, the equivalent of a tender embrace. This egg knows that's the girl is determined--and will go far, no matter the challenges set before her. No matter what, this egg believes in her, and knows that things must--and will!--get better. That's why Chakuri is here, after all--to better herself, and better the world.
Lump of Coal Egg
And you are?
The egg seems to turn towards Lauthisen with unabated judgment. One hand replaced by another replaced by another-- who are these people and why do they think they're worth this egg's time? Do they know whom they speak to? Just one walking disaster after another. And look at this new one? Just... a mess. What makes you think you're rider material anyway?
Lump of Coal Egg
There is an undertone of aggravation, but also a small hint of approval--cleared thoughts or not, this egg had enough sense to know that Nyrida had at least liked its egg. Well why wouldn't she? This egg was THE egg of the clutch. Now move along--shoo. Its time had been wasted long enough by this woman.
Candy Cane Egg
Awww, sweetie, there's no reason to be jealous--or nervous-- here! You're going to shine brighter than them all, one day. So your sibling may have Impressed, just means dragonriding runs in your blood, doesn't it? You take as much time around Candy Cane Egg as you need--and the egg would send a wave of confidence over the girl. Chin up now, sugar, you've got this.
Green & Red Striped Paper Egg
Nalacko would find nothing short of a demand. If you're going to touch this egg, then you had better do so right. Put some motion into it--it's called a touching, and this egg would much prefer if you touched it how it saw fit! Trust this egg, it knows what it's doing, and what feels best when touching eggs.
Lump of Coal Egg
Nice? Nice!? Hardly, as far as this egg is concerned. Not one worthy of this egg and Heida most certainly isn't it! Be gone, girl! Away with you!
Red & Green Striped Paper Egg
....the Candidate did as the egg had bade.
It was a surprise, but the egg couldn't keep itself from being pleased. In fact, Rahmsii would find pleasure and some contentment radiating from the newly-secured egg. This was a bit more like it, yes, this was much better. Good show, young man. Good show indeed.
Snowman Egg
Fun?
The egg seems to waver on whether or not it was having fun. Should it be having fun,? The egg doesn't mind the Touching, and is content enough to do what eggs do, but fun... Well. Fun isn't exactly what it would claim unless... Unless you think it should be having fun? Urzoh would get the smallest sense of apprehension and uncertainty from the egg before it goes quiet.
Candy Cane Egg
Oh, don't you worry about that, you're definitely doing it right! This egg practically shimmered with amusement and delight as Mel draped herself over its shell. You might go work the room, but I'll likely be the most memorable--no matter what others say, you've found yourself at the best egg of the bunch! The confidence in this egg was contagious, not that the girl seemed to need any more.
Snowman Egg
Rykin would find himself surrounded by a wave of uncertainty. Here was another one asking about whether or not it was having fun. Was it supposed to be having fun? What it wrong if it wasn't? Does Rykin want the egg to be having fun? It just... wasn't aware that fun was part of this process, oh dear!
But if Rykin wants it to have fun it is having fun. See? Little wobble.
Little shake.
Lump of Coal Egg
Finally!
Finally someone seemed to know what was going on and how to approach and egg properly and with due respect. It IS an honor, and Valeska hadn't ever forget it! Ever! The girl would get the hint of approval, so faint one might question if it was really there at all. This is the biggest moment in her life and this egg will know if she forgets it--hmph! Now take your hands off its shell and bother someone else. Be gone with ye! Scram. And take the rest of the Candidates linger around it with you.
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 3:34 pm
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Santa Egg
Why, of course it was okay. Why ever would it not be okay? The Santa Egg extended a gentle, comforting touch in response to Kinye's query. While the egg was certain that there were many who might mean harm, it certainly was not among them. She needn't be afraid.
Snowflake Egg
AT LAST! Someone understood it! SOMEONE KNEW HOW HAPPY it was to be HERE and spend time together and... HELLO! the egg said back, delighted beyond measure. I'm excited to meet you too!!! Someone, at long, long last, could share in its growing excitement and verve.
Snowflake Egg
TWO in a row?? The Snowflake Egg was having the time of its life. I WASN'T BUT NOW I AM. Hello, hello, hello! Are you having fun?? It was having fun. It was having so much fun. So much fun, in fact, that it began to wobble slightly in place.
Red and Green Present Egg
With serene calm, the egg regarded Leiheti. It was perfectly content, of course. No one need go out of their way for it. It was quite happy where it was, doing what it was doing. Was she?
Gingerbread Egg
Oh. Well, it supposed it could do that. Was she sure that she didn't mind? When it seemed clear that she was not bothered by the intrusion, the egg reached out to examine Nuamia. A warm, pleasant touch would meet her mind, and then the egg would retreat, sending only soft approval.
Starry Night Egg
Of course it was! Ha! As though the egg would need to learn anything. But come now. Tell it again just how wonderful it is, and how you came to see it! It certainly bore repeating, after all.
Snowflake Egg
Well... it was joyous. But it didn't mind listening to sad things. Why did everyone think it needed to be one kind of egg? Couldn't it be two eggs? Or three? Or four? What if it had a sad egg inside, too? She didn't know.
Gingerbread Egg
The egg... had hopes. It wasn't sure about them yet, but it had hopes. Maybe one day they'd both see how... how great they could be. If... he didn't mind? But that was awfully presumptuous of it.
Caroling Note Egg
Why would it mind? It was perfectly happy over here by itself. Of course, it certainly was nice that someone had come over to say hello. Since very few seemed to find its shell of interest... but then, maybe that was just due to its location, or the others around it. Surely Caroling Note could not be upset if it did not draw as others might.
Snowflake Egg
YES! Everyone was saying how nice and pretty its shell was! But the infant inside was not its shell, even if it did have a pretty shell. Was it a pretty baby, too? Did she know? Maybe if she looked closer she could find out.
Starry Night Egg
Perhaps they all were going to be splendid, but it would be the most wonderful of them all, thank you very much. Couldn't they tell how brilliant and lovely it was? How its shell seemed to catch the light? A truly wonderful egg, to be sure.
Starry Night Egg
And there it was, someone thanking the egg for existing, as it should be. For a long moment, the egg basked in its proper adulation. Of all of the eggs, this egg was most deserving. Do say on, it told Zelaya.
Snowflake Egg
... YES! It was ready to hatch RIGHT NOW! Mother, a little help?? Wobbling a little more, the egg managed to turn over onto its side. The effort seemed to exhaust the infant within, however, for it retreated deeper within its shell.
Gingerbread Egg
Oh. Oh dear, was she sure? The egg didn't feel at all worthy of the meeting, but... it was certainly happy to better get to know another Candidate. But... what was this? Latching onto some hidden dark thoughts and memories, the egg tried to smother them with shy appreciation. Surely, no matter whether she Impressed or not, Haveli was worth so much more than she seemed to think.
Snowflake Egg
It hadn't been so very much, but the egg was tired now. It had fatigued itself, and the faint, sullen presence of the egg was not quite so ebullient as before. It wasn't fair. This was its big day, and it was too sleepy to enjoy it.
Santa Egg
Perfectly comfortable, the egg said, listening softly to Orri's thoughts. What a curious young man. The egg was certainly not at a desk, whatever that might be. Its shell and the membrane beneath was quite enough luxury for the egg. What else could it possibly want?
Starry Night
Darling boy, none of them could hope to be as brilliant as it was! But perhaps a few came close. Did he suppose that the egg knew how dragons chose their riders? Why not ask its sire and dame? Surely they might know, if anyone would. Of course he was right to be eager to meet the egg. One day it would go to the stars, it was determined.
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 3:44 pm
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Haveli - she/her - HR
Haveli didn't know what to think of the kindness of this egg - two in a row? Maybe this positive thinking was really the way to go, or maybe these were just nice eggs. Either way the shell beneath her hand was given a farewell brush before she moved to the next closest. It was a small egg, small and dark, and judging by the way a few people lingered around it either very loving or very.....something else.
It had her attention, if not a bit of her interest, and Haveli found herself placing a hand on the Lump of Coal Egg. Something about this one drew her in, but not enough to make her long for something. I like you. Could someone really like an egg and mean it without an extreme 'oh yes, you will be mine' ? They had been told not to give thoughts of possession or want, but at least Haveli could express a bit of admiration, right? Small, but powerful already. Attracting so much attention, as is your right.
No, she was supposed to keep her mind clear. Just as quickly as she'd let the thoughts slip did Haveli snap them back. A friendly welcome, blank and still and quiet.
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 4:04 pm
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Kinyegele - Female, She/Her
Kinye wanted to stroke her hand over that gentle touch, the way her mother would have to assure the little dragon inside of Santa Egg that she was not afraid - at least she didn't think she was! I don't believe you nor any of your siblings would hurt me - how could they? I fear it would be the other way around if at all. Lump of Coal had not wanted her...so now she was braced for any of the others to reject her just as quickly.
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Kahbrohm - Male, He/Him
Kahbrohm considered this for a moment - he had never considered himself unpopular by any means. Of course I will be something great - and I am not the only one here who will be. You're here, right? He liked this egg for the same reason he was so certain in himself even such rebuff from the last egg he'd really set his heart to. That confidence was nice. He would definitely spend a little more time with the red and white striped egg before he moved on.
But it was one of note for certain.
String of Lights egg would be next, and Kahbrohm was at least gentle with his touch. Hello. Aren't we both lucky to meet here like this? Of course, it would only be lucky if the egg liked him in any way.
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Dorok - Male, He/Him
Dorok visibly flinched at the tinge of fear that came from the little egg. Had he not minded it well enough? He was quick to throw a blanket over everything that he felt could have caused such a response. I'm sorry. Whatever it was...I hope your fear goes with me, his heart twisted in his chest, pulling his hand away from the shell of the Snowman egg.
While he wouldn't remove himself from the Touching entirely, Dorok did take a moment to steady his heart and mind before he moved on - untwisting that knot in his chest. He couldn't keep that. It would be placed in the same locked up place he set the rest of his woes before he moved on.
So it would be, hoping everything was kept well away from any more starts and spooks, Dorok would rest his hand against Gingerbread. Hello. I am sure you are getting lots of Hellos today. Is there anything particularly nice I could think of for you? His mother's face almost immediately came to mind, but only for a moment. She would have been one of the highest good things he could offer, at least.
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 4:22 pm
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Leiheti Her/She
I am quite delighted to be out here with all of you. Meeting you. Leiheti told Red and Green Present Egg. And you are just precious. She gave the egg a cheerful wave, unsure if it could tell, before moving on.
This was a large egg! She wondered if it would produce a large dragon in the end or the baby liked things roomy. She touched the Ding dong Bell Egg and smiled. Are you ready to come out and explore yet? She paused. I hope not actually. There is still a lot of growing you need to do in there, isn’t there?
Divisti Her/She
Oh! Divisti paused. Should she ask the egg how it would like to be touched? It seemed the right thing, but then it had said leave…Divisti decided to respect the go away part and gave the egg a little pat before leaving.
She moved to the Christmas Tree Egg and placed her hand on the top of the shell. “Hello. I wonder what you will look like when you hatch. I know you will be beautiful no matter what though.”
Nuamia Her/She
Nuamia grinned happily at the Gingerbread Egg. I am glad you seem to approve. Don’t ever hesitate to do what you need to to find your bonded! She gave the egg a little encouragement mental hug as best she could and said, Goodbye now!
She smiled happily as she moved to the Blue Ornament Egg and touched the green part of the shell. Your shell looks like an egg with in an egg. I wonder if you are a dragon within a dragon? She giggled. Well, what ever you are inside this lovely shell, you are perfect!
Aroontwa He/Him
Aroontwa was all to happy to continue telling the egg how wonderful it was, only, he knew they weren’t supposed to linger. And there was a crowd around the egg. He should let others have a chance to meet this wonderful exciting egg. You are an amazing creature and I can’t wait to meet you! He told the Starry Night Egg before stepping back.
In an effort to avoid people and eggs, Aroontwa ended up on the other side of the circle, again. He didn’t care. There were great eggs over here too! He placed a gentle quivering hand on the Santa Egg and smiled. Hello in there. I hope you meet your rider today.
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 6:00 pm
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Ilzerin - he/him
Well that was unexpected! Ilzerin blinked soft gray eyes at the little Blue Ornament egg, quite taken aback by the rush of enthusiasm and joy. It was really rather endearing, and so while 'friend' was generally, for him, just a fairly casual way of addressing someone, he would most definitely not attempt to correct the egg's interpretation. If it made the baby dragon within the shell happy, he would go along with it, and with pleasure.
One can never have enough friends, he purred indulgently, stroking the shell, And I would be honored to count you as one, if it pleases you. Another pat, a fond little scritch. Blue Ornament had wriggled neatly right into his well-hidden soft spot. I have to go and meet some more of your siblings now, but don't worry about missing me while I'm gone. You won't lack for new friends today!
Hoping that would assuage any possible sadness or offense at his leaving, he finally parted from that egg, and continued on to introduce himself to the Starry Night egg that had been collecting so many admirers. I can see why everyone's so enamored with you, he said, not fawning but with a genuine respect for its style. Not even hatched yet, and already you have them all but falling over themselves for you. I look forward to seeing what you'll do.
Not just at the Hatching, but beyond.
Nashwa - she/her
Nashwa took no offense at the relative indifference of the Rudolph egg. It was perfectly polite regardless, and she wouldn't press for more: it was very much not her place. You're all very interesting, and I hope to have the privilege of meeting all of you today. She would hate to leave one (or two or three of however many) out. Good day, then. I hope the rest of your day goes the way you wish.
With the impression of a bow, she took her leave and went to one of the next closest eggs, the Ding Dong Bell. Another mental bow, still carrying the impeccably controlled, gentle warmth of the girl who'd been brought up to tend to others' needs with discretion, but genuinely enjoyed it. I'd be honored to make your acquaintance, if it might please you.
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 6:03 pm
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-Dehka - he/him
The woman who approached made Dehka blink with surprise... but as soon as he realized it was Haveli, he forced himself to focus back on the egg. Oh! No, of course he didn't mind! He thought it was wonderful that the egg had such hopes and dreams, and Dehka wanted theGingerbread Egg to know that he supported them fully. One day, they'd meet again, after they both did great things. He sent waves of warmth and encouragement to the young dragon, smiling broadly. He believed in it. It would be wonderful.
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Chakuri - she/her
To hear the things she always dreamed and wished of made her swallow a bit thickly, and again, Chakuri had to heavily resist the urge to lean against the egg appreciatively. Thank you. She told it again, feeling... stronger, somehow. I won't disappoint you. It was a promise, and she didn't break her promises!
Feeling strangely emotional but also empowered, the girl let herself smile brightly as she moved onto the next egg. She touched the Holly Egg with a happy greeting, brimming with good feelings. She hoped the egg was feeling good, too! She couldn't wait to meet it!
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Lauthisen - he/him
Lauthisen certainly hadn't expected such a strong reaction, and before he could allow himself to be offended, he allowed his hand to drop. He clearly wasn't the one for this egg... and if it found him to be lacking as a rider, well. He gave his head a shake and started to move, refusing to dwell on it. He would be a rider, and that was all there was to it.
He paused to touch the Rudolph Egg next, wondering if it would see something in him that it liked. Dragons knew best, after all.
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Oranie - she/her
Ah, she had no doubt that it would be an extremely pretty baby! But then the egg unexpectedly lurched onto its side, and Oranie inhaled sharply with surprise. Oh! But... everything... seemed okay? Neither parent seemed upset yet, and from what she could tell, it seemed as though the egg had just given a mighty wiggle and managed to tip itself over. Still, Oranie removed her hand, giving Elibrie a wide-eyed look. This was more exciting and unexpected than she'd ever imagined!
Maybe the Red and Green Present Egg would like some company? Oranie brushed her hand over the vibrant shell, offering a greeting. Hello there, it was a pleasure to meet you!
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 6:04 pm
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Tuelarua - High Reaches - She/Her - Touching Holly Egg
Hm? Curiosity was mildly piqued, for which could the snowflake egg be talking about? But all these eggs looked so lovely, and she was ever so excited to say hi. But knowing she couldn't linger, Tuelarua smiled at the egg, the warm thoughts making her beam. 'You have a wonderful day, I hope you meet all the fantastic people to your hearts' content.'
Pulling her hand away, Tuelarua stepped back to observe the clutch and allow other people to visit the eggs she'd been by. Oh, these eggs were so very lovely, and she has to take a moment to quell her excitement at having a new clutch to try and paint. That would be later, of course. For now, such sweet babies deserved her whole focus.
Skimming around the clutch, a small egg caught her eye, and she drifted closer to it. The little egg, tan and bright green, such a pretty combination. Tuela's hand gently caressed Holly Egg's shell, smiling at the egg. 'Hello there! Is your day going well, little one? I've been so excited to be able to meet you and all your siblings.'
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 6:12 pm
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orri - he/him
Oh, good! he said to Santa Egg with a smile and a pat. I suppose technically the only thing missing is your chosen one, but all in good time. I hope you stay cozy until then.
Letting go, Orri looked around and mused. One or two caught his eye, but a third and large egg seemed to radiate an imperious aura. His body didn't want to move at first, but with a gulp and a straightening of his back, the boy marched towards Ding Dong Egg. Part of growing up in the hot springs business--at least under his mother's care--was getting used to all sorts of personalities and navigating the social atmosphere of whatever makeup of persons were there that day. Orri had always been bad with stronger and louder personas, but he couldn't do the eggs the disservice of being nervous. His fingers still trembled slightly, half from the lingering awe of being there and half from self-consciousness.
Hello. My name is Orri, he greeted politely, trying to remember how his mother handled angry customers. I'd like to apologize if anyone upset you earlier. High Reaches is a weyr of excellent candidate material and more fantastic riders and teachers to learn from; your parents are proof of that. If there are any outliers that might have made you think otherwise, please feel free to sift through my memories to see for yourself.
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mel - she/her
Mel's grin widened as she stroked the egg. Aw, I like you~ she told Candy Cane. Can't stay, but I'll be watchin': we'll see who's the center've attention at the Hatching.
Like there'd be any competition. Those babies would be the apple of the eye long after they left their shells, she bet. Riders had always gotten a moony eyed look or two where she hustled, so she could only imagine how much more intense it was at the weyrs themselves.
Strut your stuff then, 'kay? And with a final pat, Mel departed.
Elf Stockings was her next stop, and she leaned gently against it too when she sat her hand on it--like it was a friend's shoulder or arm. You know, I was thinking, she began, like they had already been carrying on a conversation, it probably sucks that your first party is just sitting in one place while we circle around. I know how to make a real party happen, if you want one after you pop out. She sent flashes of the safer kind: the bubble of laughter, merry music and dance, the smell of something roasting. I mean, there's gonna be one right after anyway, I got told. Those gotta be excitin'.
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 6:16 pm
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[ candidate kaiator - he/him - HR ]
The egg beneath his hand was so warm and welcoming that, for a moment, Kaiator couldn't quite believe it. The reassurance was overwhelming, and he found himself smiling when the excitement began to wash over him.
Soon, darling. You'll get to hatch very soon, and I can't wait to meet you all over again. He gave the shell one more gentle stroke, almost regretting that he had to move on. No cause to be sad, though--not really. He had an opportunity to meet all the others, too, and now he felt a bit better about doing it. Thank you.
What caught his eye next was a bit--out of the way, so to speak. He made a note to turn back and touch one of the eggs he was standing next to before wandering off, approaching the Christmas Tree Egg with far less trepidation now. The Holly egg had gone a long way toward boosting his confidence, and he felt more than ready to try his hand at one of the more visually imposing eggs.
I don't think 'little one' applies to you, to be honest. You're too magnificent for that.
[ candidate alisaide - they/he - HR ]
They hardly even think before doing exactly as the egg asks of them, scooting over just a touch and trailing their fingers along the curve of the top of the shell. Compliments? Oh, they can absolutely do that! And gladly, too. Not for too terribly long, unfortunately, but Alisaide couldn't see any reason why they couldn't send a little more the egg's way before they had to move on.
You deserve all manner of nice things. And I'm absolutely sure that everybody else will be happy to give you just that when they get to meet you, too! They smiled down at the egg, still marveling at the level of confidence within. Your match is going to be just as exceptional as you are. I bet they can't wait to see you! I know I can't.
There were plenty of others who still had yet to meet this little wonder, though, and Alisaide knew they'd have to give them the chance. Stepping back a little slowly, they looked around at the rest of the clutch--and their eyes fell on the Starry Night Egg. Silently preparing themself for more of that strange mental connection, they strode towards it, placing their hand on its shell when they saw the right opportunity.
Hello in there! I hope you've been having a nice time so far. This is a really special day, isn't it? There's so many people here, and it's all for you!
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 6:16 pm
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Elibrie - she/her
Oh dear! Elibrie had to keep herself from hopping back when the Snowflake egg wobbled itself over, but she did remove her hand and step back, meeting Oranie's startled look with her own. It was only cautiously, and after looking around to make sure nothing else was about to happen, that she very gently set her fingertips against the shell again to hear its response. I'm sorry it hasn't all gone the way you wanted, she said with genuine sympathy. I hope that you get the rest you need, and that things look up from here.
Quietly, she removed her hand and went to catch up with her sister at the Red and Green Present egg. Hello there, she offered simply, amiable but still a bit unsure about all the goings-on, and exactly the best way to go about this.
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 6:53 pm
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Verica - She/Her
Snowflake was so cute! If it hadn't been drilled into her head not to linger at eggs she touched, Veri might very well have hunkered down and given all her love to the little one inside that egg. You're going to meet so many people and have so much fun! I hope once you hatch you have oodles of fun and excitement as well little one. It would hopefully bring a spot of happy into the world, more so than Pern had been having, it needed happy souls like this one. Remembering how she'd been trained, albeit not for long thus far, she pulled her hand obediently from the shell and with a flash of hands made it clear to Versha that she knew the one she wanted to touch next.
Over across the whole clutch was a cute little egg with leaves on it's glistening shell. Veri's eyes flashed and she excitedly, but carefully lest she disturb even the sand about the eggs, made her way over to it, her fingers crooking for Vera to follow her path over. Hoping that this egg was as adorable and sweet as the last, she glanced to her sister and touched the shell of the Holly Egg. While she was making certain to keep her thoughts level and clear, excitement tingled all over the candidate's mind and her fingers wiggled a little as the warm shell heated them up.
Oh it's so exciting and wonderful to meet you and all your siblings, I hope that today is going to be so amazing and full of good thoughts. Are you ready to meet everyone? Yes, she fair bubbled at the egg, but it was her first touching and really, it was the greatest of honors to even touch a shell she couldn't hardly contain enthusiasm. This was no show, this was just pure unadulterated excitement, tempered a bit by fear from the words of her Master still ringing a bit in her brain.
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Miela - She/Her
To keep herself from laughing at the whining little egg that seemed to find no such satisfaction in her, Miela took her hand off it's shell and shook her head, cottony pigtails bouncing a bit as she took a step or so back. Well, not every egg was strong and that one was certainly arrogant and pompous, but it would be weak and she had no time for a weak egg. There were aspirations in her and yes, power was one of them. Feigning dusting herself off, as if to dust off the foul interaction, she turned on her heel and walked gently away from it. No use in falling all over herself today of all days, this was her first attempt.
Her eyes scanned over the available eggs and settled on a little black one who's shell seemed to soak in all the colors at once. Well, this was a good egg maybe? Gently she laid a hand upon Lump of Coal and worked at keeping her mind open, any judgement from the previous egg absolutely gone and forgotten. Hello inside there, you're shell is beautiful like a mirror. No use asking what she already had, since it seemed both the parents would be keeping an eye on her now thanks to the egg before.
What would this little egg hold for her?
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 6:53 pm
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Candidate Heida -- she/her
Once more Heida was taken aback by the attitude of the hatchling within the black egg. She didn't say anything to it, however, as she fought to keep her emotions in check. So brusque! Taking a deep breath and letting it out slowly, she still sent warm, welcoming feelings toward it before moving on to the Elf Stockings Egg. "You're a pretty egg," she said softly, hopefully, as she touched the shell. "I bet you are a pretty dragonet. Or handsome, as the case may be..."
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Candidate Tarroi -- he/him
Starting a bit as the egg wobbled with more enthusiasm than expected, Tarroi quickly stepped away and looked at the golden mother Zenobiath. "I didn't do it, the egg did," he muttered, holding his hands up in a protest of innocence. To the hatchling within, he sent amused feelings. Soon enough, little one, soon ehough. He then turned his attention to the Caroling Note Egg, moving over to it and petting the shell lightly. I bet you can't wait to hatch either...
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Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 7:24 pm
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Candidate Rahmsii: he/him
Rahmsii could sit with the Red & Green Striped Paper Egg all day if he could. Glad that he was able to help them, he gave the shell a gentle stroke. He smiled softly, thinking of a cozy hearthside in parting, a thought to hopefully keep them warm and snug a bit longer!
He stood carefully, brushing sand from his knees and backside. Faranth forbid he looked scruffy for their clutchmother! Pushing his hair behind his ears, he considered who to go to next… that one, perfect.
Caroling Note had a gleaming looking shell. Rahmsii gently pressed his hand, giving the middle of the shell a stroke. Nice to meet you, he thinks brightly. Your family seems quite nice.
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Candidate Urzoh: she/her
Poor thing! She felt the prickle of unease roiling in the back of her mind. Urzoh felt a strong surge of protectiveness curl in her, like for her creche. For her friends. To be a strong shoulder for such tenative sweetness. She stroked the shell softly in parting. She gathered herself, knowing full well her strong emotions are a no. She can listen to her candidate lessons (sometimes). So she stretched, letting herself relax a quick moment.
She moved to Elf Stockings Egg, her palm gently stroking a circle at its very top.So many new faces you're meeting today! I hope its okay i'm settin here talking to you.
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