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 Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 4:13 pm
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 4:18 pm
It was about time something good had come to the joint herds of the Vitterfolk and WillowGlen herds. Malis had been discussing it with Dayunsi and Imogen and they had all agreed it was a good thing. Planning had been going on for about a month and it was nice to see things come together. The younger foals always looked forward to the Storytelling Celebration, but this was anticipated by many of the adults also due to the bad news and stresses they had all received over the season. The large troll matriarch had sent out runners to all the nearby herds with instructions to pass along the message and invitation to everyone they met. It was understood that, this would be an event where any and all were welcome as long as they did not harm another soquili within the marked herd territories. She looked over the decorations being placed up by many of the WillowGlen herd and nodded with toothy grin, something she had not sported in a while. Most of the flowers had been personally grown by Dayunsi and his son, Nidawi, and were now being hung by the flutter Bethari and her half sister Mairéad. Malis turned to Sen'jin as he trotted up, an odd look upon his face.
"Everything be clear Mum, no 'walkers t' be seen. Ysiel has t' air patrol an' Tai'jin has asked her mate t' protect t' waterways while t' event be goin' on." The troll stallion took his job of guardian seriously and had been training any other Vitterfolk who had shown promise in the more physical combats. "Saryen be showin' great aptitude in scoutin' an' ah be thinkin' he be good in stayin' close to t' riverside though ah wish ah had someone other than just Ysiel t' keep an eye on t' Flock in case someone came wanderin' through." He had encountered the Flock on more than one occasion, though they had a mutual respect for the boundary of the river. He had immunity because of his mateship with Ysiel, something he had learned after a misfortune meeting but Saryen did not have such protection. "Ah be thinkin' either 'Kepi or Mar'li could be stationed there?"
"Mar'li be needin' t' be here an' greet t' guests when they be comin'. Ah be thinkin' Kepi be a good choice, go let her know." Malis nodded thoughtfully before turning to call out to Imogen. "How be t' decorations? We be almost ready?"
Mairéad piped up for her mother, "Almost done here! Just have a few more flowers to place along the entry arches." Immi nodded her agreement, mouth still full of blossoms. They had spend the better part of the week decorating but she was excited to see people's expressions when they saw all the hard work. "I need to check with Pip after to see if he found enough fruits and vegetables for the refreshments but hopefully people will be showing up soon." The green mare was happy that she was going to meet so many new people and had been practicing her story with Lyrica for quite a while. If all went well it would be the biggest celebration they had held in along while.
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 4:33 pm
It was time. The herds were gathering. The toughened Vitterfolk would join their softer brethren, and the whole world would be there to watch it.
Hakkar ruffled his wings as an almost malicious grin spread across his face. Hundreds of Soq would be there to witness the ceremony, and where there were crowds, he would never be too far off. A chuckle escaped from him. He couldn't wait. Oh, he'd been given the standard "don't get into trouble or do anything stupid" talk, of course, but even that couldn't stop his ecstatic mood. Besides, him, do stupid things? He was the cleverest one out there, they were the stupid ones.
Letting out a snort, the young stallion wandered over to the corner of the gathering place. From here he would watch and wait, see the crowds as they formed. One ear pressed forwards eagerly, while the other hovered backwards. A lop-sided smirk complemented the asymmetry of his ears. Oh, he couldn't wait. This was going to be fun.
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 4:51 pm
Arcturus approached the place he had heard there would be a great gathering of Soquili. He was curious to see what this business was all about. He was also hopeful he could find some toys to play with, a few boys or girls who were innocent enough to fall for his words. He wasn't going to do anything too much, just see who he could impress and attract.
Later, when others weren't around, he'd make his move on his first pick. That was the plan. In the meantime, he could explore his options, and possibly even a few useful contacts. After all, if some one wasn't a play toy, he was sure he could find another use for them...
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 5:02 pm
 Skyla was wandering along, she hadn't gotten the memo about a large party due to her wanderings but she couldn't help but notice that a large gathering was happening nearby. She decided she would go investigate and wandered right up towards where it appeared the main group was at the moment, humming a little tune to herself as she looked at the Soq around her.... everyone was so BIG and she was small, even for an Usdia. She didn't know what to expect so she kept on guard, especially since you never knew what the 'big ones' wanted. Some were downright dangerous though thankfully she'd never met the meanest yet. However she was still cautious as she moved towards the party.
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 5:14 pm
The runner hadn't taken long in reaching the little sushi herd. While Nori had been surprised to see a stranger, he had welcomed the fellow with joy. They didn't get many visitors and this gathering had sounded quite promising. Though, Nori did have to admit he had been a little hesitant to go at first. After all, the foals were still fairly young and it was such a journey for them. Despite his reservations, the family had won him over and he had agreed to the trek. He did have to admit he felt a little safer having Uroko around though.
Nori turned and looked behind him, catching sight of the rest of his family. There was Gunkan beside him, Uroko leading the pack, the foals were safely in the middle, and Onigiri and Akiko were in the back to keep any stragglers from following behind. Reassured that they were all still in one piece, Nori turned and nuzzled his lifemate.
"Don't they look happy?" He asked his lovemate with a smile. It still amazed him how large their little family had grown in such a short time.
The filly could tell that they had arrived. There appeared to be all sorts of soquili flocking in from all over the place. Some of them were small like Onigiri and Akiko, while others were taller than her fathers. She couldn't wait to see them all and maybe talk to a few of them as well.
"Looks like we've made it." He nodded to the stallions. He had been glad that their trip was unadventurous. While he could have protected them from minor danger, something such as a skinwalker would have been much more difficult. Especially with such a large group and such young foals. *edit: found the right cert thanks to Nyx*
Now that they had appeared to arrive, Sashimi took a good look around. He didn't think he'd ever seen this many soquili in one place before, nor did he ever think he would again. They were all so fascinating and he stared on in awe.-Onigiri and Akiko are here as well, I'm just out of RP time for today. -
[If anyone wants to RP with one of my soquili please do. Just PLEASE quote me if you do. If you don't quote I won't see it and you won't get a response.]Nyx Queen of Darkness Get busy woman >D (feel free to RP Gun too) Darkmoon Dancer You know that deep down you REALLY WANT TO >D
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 5:19 pm
 The day was just like any other day. Amira awoke suddenly from another nightmare. She nuzzled her mate Amenophis as she thought more about her nightmares. She whispered to her mate, and headed out for the day, determined that she would just spread her wings, and see where they would take her.
The day had been rather uneventful, but she had covered a lot of air. As she flew, she saw a small gathering of other below. as she hovered closer, it seemed as if everyone was having a great time. "This might be a great way to get my mind off of things. Maybe its just what I need!' Amira flapped slower and slower, kicking up dirt here and there as she landed with a thump. She wiggled her wings, fluffing them and nesting them st her sides, and began wandering around the "party", promising to have fun, and let her mind wander away from all of the troubles she'd had been experiencing, and secretly wondering if any of her siblings would show up.
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 5:35 pm
 Jase crept toward the gathering, looking about at all the different folks who had conjugated there wondering where the heck the whole lot of them had come from. He rarely saw any others besides his brother on a regular basis. Even those he just spotted as they passed through his territory were few and far between. Yet here there were gathered more horses then he could have imagined.
The thought had been to come and see what the Vitterfolk were like. He’d heard whispers here and there about the family, and to him it seemed to be a fairly successful, and safe, group. There was a good chance he would not be able to pick up anything useful from a quick visit and a few stories, but he was ever hopeful.
Even though it was unlikely he kept an eye out for anyone he might know in the crowd. Maybe if nothing else he’d have some good company.
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 5:37 pm
 Ysiel soared almost silently on open wings scouring the river banks with a careful eye. She knew they had sent an invitation out to the Flock but did not see anyone cross yet. Not that she was surprised. Thankfully, they stayed on their side of the river, especially after the hullabaloo with her mate Sen'jin. He had been snagged by one of the mares and, after a few frantic days, Ysiel had to enter their territories to get him back with Malis. She still smarted with the indignation of the event, those self-righteous clawed ponies who thought any male belonged to them! With a snort she shook that memory from her mind and concentrated on landing when she spotted her son on the border of the event. Trotting the rest of the way she greeted him warmly. "Malis wants us to be on guard during the event so can you please take the lake side?" She gave a slight smile, "You may see a lot more from that spot anyways." She knew he liked to meet others, especially at such a young age and this way he could keep to his duties while still being in the middle of the event. The 'gryph mare also felt he would be much safer with others around in the off-chance something did happen. "I'll be patrolling the northern areas of the gathering in case you need to send word."
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 5:41 pm
Arcturus noticed a rather good looking Dapple Grey not far from him, with ribbons in his mane, and arched a brow thoughtfully. Well that might be a good choice of playtoy, this boy might. Arcturus slowly walked towards the other, his red eyes moving over the other's form as he considered the possibilities with this situation. Yes, it was definitely worth meeting this fellow. If nothing else, he'd get a feel for what use he could be.
"Hello there..." He murmured just loud enough for the dapple to hear him once he was close enough. "I couldn't help noticing you over here, and thought I'd introduce myself. I am Arcturus Lucifus... and who might you be?" He tilted his head at Jase, in a way others had found fetching in the past.
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 5:55 pm
Amira wandered more, watching with each new arrival. It was apparent that word had spread far and wide, with many different types gathering. As she looked around, she knew that this gathering was going to grow to be something big. 'Its amazing that I just happened upon this gathering. I hope no one minds me joining in." Amira glanced up to see another winged Soq flying, and she was always eager to meet other winds. The ruffled her wings, spread them, and decided to break the ice, even though her wings were a bit tired.
With a thunderous flap if her wings, Amira was off to see if she could find out more about this gathering. "Surely someone has to know." she said as she approached the mare in flight.
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 6:15 pm
So many Big soquili and Skyla felt small but she also saw the effort that the hosts of the party had put into making it look nice and that cheered her, however no one seemed to want to approach her so instead she trotted herself into a small clearing and began singing, nonsense really but it was a pretty song, her voice well pitched and carried well. She loved to sing and it was a good job she was good at it otherwise her attempt to get people starting to enjoy the party .. would be in vain. She closed her eyes as she sung, a smile on her muzzle as her pleasant voice rang out her tune.
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 6:16 pm
Guedes had to admit she was unimpressed by the intrusion of her swamp home to deliver an invitation. Her disposition quickly changed once she learned who had sent the runner. This would be the perfect opportunity to finally get in close to the two herds and hopefully, someday, Malis as well. She harbored no malicious intentions, which her own children found unusual, instead she was preferring to establish some sort of trading route or agreement with them. This gathering would be the perfect foothold in the door.
She gazed about the lands before her, silently taking in just how many others were arriving as well. The older mare had to assume many were there to just partake in the celebrations, or out of pure curiosity. She had to admit that she was intrigued. Just how many more would show?
"What is the purpose of this gathering...?" The younger mare asked, keeping her head and voice low. "The joining of the two herds, from what I caught from the runner sent to the swamp." Her eldest son, Amani, replied. He dug his claws into the soft ground as his gaze wandered the territory. Wanting to protect his family even here, he began to take note of others that caught his eye. One stallion in particular, red and black in color, grabbed his attention almost immediately with how he began to interact with a nearby dapple. Amani snorted and made sure to keep close watch on him for the time being.
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 7:06 pm
 Tok'kal had lagged behind some, but finally followed up in her brother's hoof prints. She too had gotten the similar discussion, as she was always causing trouble with her siblings, why not?
Moving up along side Hokkar, she bumped against him. She too was excited to see all the herds, she hasn't seen anything not mainly blue in color for a while.
" 'ey, bruddah, your tail feathers be needin preening." She teased as she looked over the gathering people. Then slowly a rumbling chuckle came from her, low and reverbing in her chest. "Imagine if we still be foals, we'd be makin' worse trouble dan we would be doin' on normal occasions, eh?" She smacked his flank with her dreaded tail.
She then noticed their mother coming down and knew her conversation had to come to a stop. Tok'kal shifted on her hooves and watched on silently as her mother gave orders to her brother, and she waited to see if there would be any for her as well.
((I edit the post, I didn't see that amirynth had posted to hakkar because I am blind ))
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Posted: Sat Jul 20, 2013 7:28 pm
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Ysiel
