[ORP] Calling All Nchi (Everyone) - Over!

[Hopefolly]

((OOC - READ FIRST:

Note #1 There are some OOC notes some people should know that may effect their reactions from their Nchi! First of all, for those who don't know /have forgotten, the Nchi pride was built at the same time / next door to their beloved neighbors, the Mtaishi'Miele. The Mtaishi have since disbanded in part due to the flooding. Mwokoti was a known "guardian" of the Mtaishi and deemed herself a protector of the Nchi as well.

Nchi members who have been around a while should at the very least know of her and have probably seen her in passing, especially during the original rule of Nsundu (mother of Kitambi, grandmother of Nantale) who remains best friends (and currently, travel parents) with the original Mtaishi queen, Sen.

Because Mwokoti is Goddess of the Lost, she also kept very careful tabs on the location of Mtaishi and Nchi children (cubs and juves) with a wanderlust. You are more than welcome to assume your lion(ess), as a cub / juve from the Nsundu era, could have accidentally wandered too far and been brought back home by Mwokoti. During Nsundu's rule, this was more commonplace as there were less nannies to keep an eye on them 24/7.)

Note #2 Mwokoti is a Goddess. She is big and roars loud. Unless your Nchi member is for some reason out of the pride (hunting, so on), or sleeps with their head in the dirt, they will hear her. It is assumed that even characters who do not post are in attendance for this "meeting". Which means, yes, anyone's character can reference it in an RP after the ORP is over!

Note #3 The IC timespan of this RP will not be long. OOC, you will have until Friday -- the 9th of November -- to post the 18th to post. (Hope forgot it was election week in the states, derp.) This is to keep from having a neverending ORP. XD  

[Hopefolly]

Nothing indicated that morning would be anything but the start of another day for the jovial, melodious members of the Nchi. The peaceful atmosphere, the calm winds, this and more suggested a day aspiring to feel routine. Therefore, the booming roar that shook the ground like a tremor from an Earthquake was all the more startling. The sound was not one trumpeting a battle; it simply beckoned all present to hear it.

Mwokoti had landed just in front of the borders and crossed them on foot. For a Goddess, she was small -- but a small Goddess was still twice the size of a most mortals, and that commanded attention. She was no stranger to these lands. Once, she had been something of an unofficial guardian, keeping watch on them as she did their neighbors, the Mtaishi. Her presence had been an absent one since Nsundu and Sen had passed down their leadership and left together.

She did not recognize many of the lions -- and other assorted predators and their familiars -- here now. To calmly and quietly collect them, though true to her nature, was impractical. That was when she roared instead.

As the pride began to gather, she folded back her mammoth wings and glanced over the sea of faces. Despite the loss of their leaders and the hardship of natural disasters, they were still in tact. That meant someone was running things. She needed to know who.

At random, she approached a nearby member. "Tell me, child, who is leading you now?"

((OOC: The character to post after this is the one Mwokoti is asking.))  

[Yin-Bug]

Kirja had been spending her day playing really. She was spending most of her time playing, mostly with the cubs. "Come on little ones!" She basically chirped as she started trot toward the drum circle with the cubs following behind her. She was giggling and laughing and just generally enjoying herself all together. She was in a wonderful mood and she was excited for the adventure she was leading the small cubs on. A large smile was on her face as she trotted about. Everything was starting to pull itself back together from the flood and Kirja was very happy about it. She felt like there was nothing wrong at the moment.

That was until she heard a roar. It was a loud roar extremely loud, one that she had never heard before but yet sounded so very familiar. She turned toward the borders where it came from. Her ear's perked up and she looked at the cubs. She wasn't sure if she should invite them to come with her. As she looked around though she saw many of the members perk up and also start to head toward the borders. she wasn't that sure of where her mother was but she was going to investigate regardless. She figured she could maybe figure out what was going on. She was curious and was investigating but as she arrived to the borders she saw a face that was a little familiar to her. She felt as if she'd seen it before as a cub.

She stopped for a few moments and stared at the lioness before nodding to her. She was different and had wings, was she a god? "Hello!" She chirped back, a general reaction from her. "My mother is the current leader, Mawi Mai." She nodded as she spoke to the lioness, she wasn't exaclt sure of what she was looking for and she wasn't that sure if that was the answer that the lioness was looking for but either way she answered.  

[L1m3_gr33n_sh4rp13]

Ngoma was startled to hear such a loud roar, much stronger than any male roar she'd heard, so she went to investigate with many of the others. As she approached she spotted the goddess, larger than anything she'd seen with giant white wings. She knew without second thought this massive lioness was one of the gods she'd heard about in stories and songs and she felt a bit of a thrill to be in the presence of an immortal, and also so very curious.

She remained silent as the goddess addressed one of the others, one of Mawi Mai's daughters. She was seeking the ruler? How interesting, the storm coated lioness couldn't help but think. Being new Ngoma had yet to hear any tales or songs of this particular goddess yet, but never the less, she was on pins and needles to know what this magnificent creature was doing here.  

[Hopefolly]

L1m3_gr33n_sh4rp13

Yin-Bug

What she lacked in size amongst her Godly brothers and sisters she made up for in manners. Mwokoti, Goddess or not, bowed her head to Kirja. She truly appreciated the quick, pleasant response, but had expected nothing less from this pride. Mwokoti's domain did not allow her to pick favorites or stay put, but if she were able, she may have one day called the Nchi home.

"Bring me Mawi," Mwokoti said. Her voice was soft like a loving mother's now that noisy interruptions were no longer necessary to garner attention. "Tell her I have found Kitambi, her mate, and their daughter."

Turning from Kirja, she inspected the members more as individuals than a group. Her gaze locked onto a certain lioness in particular. Ngoma was a stranger to her, but Mwokoti could sense she was fit for a very important job. "May I ask your help?"  

[L1m3_gr33n_sh4rp13]

Excitement filled the stormy lioness, though her expression remained pleasant and calm. She nodded as the Goddess spoke to her and she stepped forward, each movement causing her jewelry to jingle softly as she went. She was honored to be speaking to the goddess, this was her first experience with one afterall. "It would be an honor to help you in anyway I can." She said softly with a warm grin. She could only wonder what Mwokoti would ask her, a mortal, to help her with. And as she listed through any posibilities, each more outlandish than the next, she figured it might be polite to introduce herself. "I am Ngoma by the way."  

[Yin-Bug]

Kirja looked at the goddess trying to figure out what she was going to say. She wasn't exactly sure what brought on the visit but she was waiting to find out. The answer came quickly though. She wanted her to get her mother... and it was because the old leaders were alive! The lioness's eyes lit up as she watched the lioness and thought to herself. Her mother was going to be delighted for sure! She flicked her tail around behind her and then nodded to the goddess. "I'll get her now!" She giggled and then she was off.

Mawi had heard the noise of the lioness and was curious of what was happening. On a day like this though Mawi was basically across on the other side of the pride. She was frustrated and was moving as quickly as she could. By this time though she was sure that the entire pride was gathered. But of course she was off talking with the baboons about gourds for cubs and now she was in a dash to get to the other side. She didn't run though, if there was something wrong she was sure it was taken care of. She was trotting really, conserving her energy so she wasn't out of breath but as she walked her daughter caught her attention.

"Mom!"

Kirja passed on the new of the goddess being at the borders with the word of Kitambi and her family were alive. Mawi was excited but yet she wasn't that sure of the news. She had to see the goddess herself. She didn't want to be tricked, after the flood and new members and being left to run the pride she was a bit apprehensive of any news that she heard. She approached gathering and then looked up noticing the goddess. "Mwokoti?" She said in almost a hushed voice. She wasn't too sure what to think anymore. This was quite the surprise.  

[I Lady Kiya I]

The roar brought curiosity to Umeme'lalio's ears. She moved towards where everyone else was going to see the goddess. She was amazed to see the goddess, only because she hadn't seen her in a while. Umeme'lalio had forgotten the last time she had seen the goddess, now that she thought about it. Though something seemed to be happening, that Umeme had yet to realize. She watched for a moment or two. While she had approached she had seen a lioness run off as if to fetch someone. Yet she hadn't a clue who, as of yet.

Silently, Umeme'lalio looked about the other faces, some new, some who she had known a very long time. She wanted to ask what was going on, but she had a feeling she'd find out soon enough.

Soon her sister came in view, and more curiosity seemed to brew. Umeme knew to keep her voice to herself though, she didn't want to get in the way of anything..



Ziko'roli had been started by a sudden loud roar. Never had he heard something so... strong. Him being knew, he didn't have time to get all the history from the old members. Though now, he was feeling he was missing something quite important. He watched as other pride members started going towards the roar. Was that wise?

He followed, just in case it was something that he needed to do. His ears were back, and he had a bit of panic on his face. "What's going on?" he tried to ask as he got into where everyone else was. His question washed out of his mind when he saw the goddess. He had no clue what she was, other then a lioness with wings. Though, he kinda stood there with his mouth half opened, and in a gaze of sock. She was huge, at least compared to everyone else.

Was that who made the roar? He had no clue, but it seemed everyone else did. Someone else but him... He had his xylophone hanging from his neck, with the two sticks tied to the side. He looked around again wide eyed, yet voices seemed to go right through him, and he couldn't understand anything that was happening.  

[SilverLutz]

Ndoto loved his new pride. It was perfect! He could sing along with all the drummers and dancers, and he fit right in with the smiling and laughing lions. Ah, the walking had been worth it. He only hoped that the lions that had traveled with him were experiencing the same elation as he was.

He was lounging by a stream when a tremendous roar shook the earth under him, as well as rippled the water by his paws. He perked up his ears in amazement, his first thought being that whoever had a voice that loud needed to use it for song! Interested to see who it was, he pushed himself up and followed the crowd of lions to the spot where the roar had come from.

His dark eyes were met with a huge lioness with folded wings. A goddess, he realized! He pushed through the crowds to get closer. He had never seen a god or goddess before, but he knew they existed. This one seemed very calm and polite, which was nice. There were some gods he had heard stories about that were vengeful and full of hate. She didn't seem to be that type though.  

[Painted Moose]

"...and so I said, What? Baboon got your tongue?" A gaggle of laughter burst up around Fyffe, only causing his already inflated ego to shine through a grin. Oh yes, life was good. Ever since the pride had started to pull itself back together after the flood, he'd started to make himself the center of attention once again and his hard work had just begun to pay off. After all, what more could a male ask for than to be surrounded by beautiful-

That loud, booming roar made him tense. After exchanging a quick look to his posse, the young male made a beeline for the drum circle. He wasn't sure what was going on, or what he would find, but he knew without a doubt that his family would be in the middle of it. If there was one thing he loved more than attention it was his family. He would have killed to keep them safe, but after seeing the Goddess he was beginning to rethink that statement.

"Holy-" He caught himself before saying something truly awful, and gulped instead. Fyffe slipped in beside his relatives.  

[Hopefolly]

L1m3_gr33n_sh4rp13

Yin-Bug

"Very well, Ngoma," said the Goddess. She spared a glance to each and every pride member as they appeared, but there were those on whom her eyes lingered longest. Among them, Umeme'lalio. Mwokoti remembered this one. There were others, too, and she frowned when all of them were not accounted for. Had they lost any to the flood? It seemed unreasonable to think they hadn't, but even the Gods could be hopeless idealists sometimes. She supposed it wasn't out of the question some were hunting or had chosen to migrate elsewhere.

To these mortals, Mwokoti appeared very distracted. Just before Mawi arrived, she spoke again to Ngoma. "I have found your queen, though I know she has another title here. You will follow me to the Rogue Lands and help lead her back. The trip will take ten sunsets. Bring with you two companions, but no more and no less. Go now and choose them."

"Mwokoti?"

For the first time since her arrival, Mwokoti smiled. It was a sad, but sincere expression of gratitude. Kitambi would be pleased Mawi was in such acceptable condition. Fate not been kind to her pride, but it had shown mercy on this lioness. Her health was with her, and soon, her friend would be too.

As with her daughter, Mwokoti bowed her head to her. "Mawi, hello. I have found Kitambi. She will be returning soon. She and her mate were injured and frightened, but have healed. Their daughter... less so."
 

[Wylde Roses]

Adagio had been off by himself, listening to the sound of the wind and the humming insects, trying to piece together a new melody in his mind when he heard the roar. The pieces of the tune he was thinking of fell apart as panic seized him - what was that? What had happened? What was going on? The orange-gold lion jumped to his feet and shook himself briefly before taking off in the direction of the drum circle, alarm clear on his face.

Slowing down only moments before drawing close, he glanced around at the others and tried to slip into the group, keeping closest to his direct family. Was that Mwotoki? Why was the Goddess here? If he simply stayed quiet and listened, maybe he would be able divine what was happening without interrupting the goings-on.  

[L1m3_gr33n_sh4rp13]

Ngoma blinked at the Goddess then nodded and turned to look at her fellow pride mates, wondering which two she should bring with her and Mwokoti to find their queen. It was all a lot to think about, Ngoma had heard stories of the queen, but had never met her. This would be an interesting trip.

Her eyes scanned the lions and lionesses around again, looking for someone who looked interested in tagging along. Surely someone would want to go on an adventure with a Goddess to help the pride, right?

[If anyone would like to join Ngoma, feel free to have your lion look intently at Ngoma. I do not want to chose someone who isn't oocly interested in coming along.)
 

[NchiMahadhi Pride]

[ Lady Kiya ]

Yin-Bug

SilverLutz

Painted Moose

Redbud-Tree

L1m3_gr33n_sh4rp13

(OOC: Ngoma (L1m3_gr33n_sh4rp13) needs two companions to accompany her to follow Mwokoti out into the Rogue Lands and help lead back the Malenga (Kitambi), her mate (Mtembei), and the Sha'ihubo (Nantale).

OOCly, you will need to make about a two post minimum in an RP involving this incident. If your lion(ess) is for some reason unable / unwilling to venture back out into the Rogue Lands, fear not! Other things will be afoot and there will be more opportunities to be involved.)  

[SilverLutz]

Ndoto listened intently to the Goddess as she spoke, even though she was addressing one of the lions that he had brought along to the pride. Their queen had been found? Being so new, he wasn't sure of what had happened exactly, but the fact that she had been lost was concerning enough. As Ngoma was saddled with the project of finding someone to help her, he stepped through the crowd to reach her side.

"Need someone to go with you?" he asked, even though he knew the answer to the question. Hey, they knew where home was now, and a Goddess surely wouldn't let them get lost. He had enjoyed traveling with her to get here, so a ten day trip wouldn't be bad at all.

"I'll go. It'll be like old times, eh?" he gave a little chuckle and nudged her shoulder with his own before glancing at the Goddess. "I volunteer to assist Ngoma."