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seasonsrpg2023-04-15 05:36 pm
fishfearme) wrote in seasonsrpg2023-04-15 05:36 pm
[OPEN] April and May Catch-All Log
WHO: Byleth & YOU
WHAT: Various adventures, wandering the wilderness and quests! Happy to do closed starters on request!
WHEN: All of April
WHERE: All over the city and Seasonal Segments
WARNINGS: TBA
❄ I. The Daily Life of a Cryptid Mercenary.
[Despite being given a room for personal use in the Winter Guild, Byleth still preferred to strike out in the wilderness or less populated parts of Nightwake City's outskirts. As such, he can be found roaming around, living his best life as a feral mercenary - it's like he never left Fódlan.
So, what can he be found doing? Well...]
❄ II. Quest Selection Menu.
[But hey, maybe you'll run into him in the far safer and far more reliable location that is the Winter Guild. Being a mercenary, fulfilling quests are his bread and butter, and he could be found at the quest selection board, pondering intently which one to take that day. He has no standards! He'll do any of them! So if you need a partner, feel free to walk up to him and convince him to join you!
Or, he'd just walk up to you, and politely ask if you're up for a quest.]
❄ III. Wildcard!
[ooc: if none of the open starters tickle your fancy, feel free to ping me on the discord (i'm kiva) or on plurk![[plurk.com profile]](https://plurk.com/favicon.ico)
kivaember and we can hash out something more specific! Or just toss in a starter in here and i'll roll with it, i'm easy for anything!
NOTE: For the exploration potential prompts, what we find will depend on mod response! For those who hit them up, I'll post to the exploration comment to see what we can find (tho it's on hiatus until May, but we can explore the outskirts of that location until then)]
WHAT: Various adventures, wandering the wilderness and quests! Happy to do closed starters on request!
WHEN: All of April
WHERE: All over the city and Seasonal Segments
WARNINGS: TBA
❄ I. The Daily Life of a Cryptid Mercenary.
[Despite being given a room for personal use in the Winter Guild, Byleth still preferred to strike out in the wilderness or less populated parts of Nightwake City's outskirts. As such, he can be found roaming around, living his best life as a feral mercenary - it's like he never left Fódlan.
So, what can he be found doing? Well...]
Seasonal Segments
WINTER
🎄 WINTER SEGMENT A: Watchtower and Camp
[For those travelling from the Autumn segment to the Winter one, you may see an old watchtower stretch towards the sky. A barrier around it protected its visitors from monsters and the elements. If you come staggering through, the blizzard chasing your heels, you'll find Byleth already sitting at its eternal campfire, roasting freshly caught fish or game, a well-worn yet expertly packed travel bag sitting next to him and a rolled up bedroll.
Perhaps you just want company? Or maybe a meal? Come and sit down, Byleth doesn't bite!]
🎄 WINTER SEGMENT B: Unfrozen Lake
[Firstly, where the hell did he catch those fish? The Unfrozen Lake, my friend! Explored during his early days, Byleth found it to be a reliable fishing spot, even if it required him to skirt around the Forest of Spirits during the journey.
Maybe you'll already find him set up at the lake, seated on a rock that he's made his 'comfy seat' on the edge of the lake, a basket open next to him for where his catch will be tossed into. His only concession to sitting out in the cold was a collar furred cloak he had purchased from the coin gained from Quests. Or, perhaps you'll encounter him on his meandering trek back to the Watchtower, his basket full of fish strapped to his back and fishing rod resting against his shoulder.
Feel free to approach! Maybe you'll get a free meal out of it, or maybe you're in need of help, getting lost in the confusing tundra of the Winter segment...]
[For those travelling from the Autumn segment to the Winter one, you may see an old watchtower stretch towards the sky. A barrier around it protected its visitors from monsters and the elements. If you come staggering through, the blizzard chasing your heels, you'll find Byleth already sitting at its eternal campfire, roasting freshly caught fish or game, a well-worn yet expertly packed travel bag sitting next to him and a rolled up bedroll.
Perhaps you just want company? Or maybe a meal? Come and sit down, Byleth doesn't bite!]
🎄 WINTER SEGMENT B: Unfrozen Lake
[Firstly, where the hell did he catch those fish? The Unfrozen Lake, my friend! Explored during his early days, Byleth found it to be a reliable fishing spot, even if it required him to skirt around the Forest of Spirits during the journey.
Maybe you'll already find him set up at the lake, seated on a rock that he's made his 'comfy seat' on the edge of the lake, a basket open next to him for where his catch will be tossed into. His only concession to sitting out in the cold was a collar furred cloak he had purchased from the coin gained from Quests. Or, perhaps you'll encounter him on his meandering trek back to the Watchtower, his basket full of fish strapped to his back and fishing rod resting against his shoulder.
Feel free to approach! Maybe you'll get a free meal out of it, or maybe you're in need of help, getting lost in the confusing tundra of the Winter segment...]
SPRING
🌺 SPRING SEGMENT A: Abandoned Farm
[You can't be a roaming mercenary without making some trading ties with locals! For those stumbling across this place populated by Vegetable monsters (who are friendly and just wish to live in peace), Byleth could be found trading for the ricebags they freely offer. Sometimes he'd just sit on the rickety fence lining the vegetable patches, munching on an apple or some form of fruit as he took a rest before heading off to his next destination, his pack resting at his feet.
Perfect position for those just wandering in, and needing someone to ask questions of... or to beg some snacks from.]
🌺 SPRING SEGMENT B: Prism Lake
[You guessed it: Byleth's favoured fishing spot in the Spring segment. If you came here hoping for a particularly coloured fish - either to eat or keep in your aquarium - then he's your guy to ask!]
🌺 SPRING SEGMENT C: Secret Getaway
[Despite the pond, this isn't a fishing spot (for once). One of the safest places in the Spring segment, Byleth used it much like the Watchtower camp in the Winter one. For those stumbling into the safe embrace of the sweet-scented flowers, Byleth would have set up a small camp. No campfire for this place, but he would've stretched out a tarp between two trees to shelter from the snow and rain that occasionally swept over the land, reclining against his pack with some sort of book in hand.]
🌺 SPRING SEGMENT D: Cherry Blossom Parks (Exploration potential!)
[At night, eerie sounds can be heard from here, so at night is when Byleth came. Having stowed his travel pack at the Secret Getaway camp, and clearly prepared for battle, Byleth could be found making his way into the park, a small flame held within his palm to light up his way.
Sorry if you initially mistake him as some scary spirit, coming out of the gloom, or a will-o-wisp passing by.]
[You can't be a roaming mercenary without making some trading ties with locals! For those stumbling across this place populated by Vegetable monsters (who are friendly and just wish to live in peace), Byleth could be found trading for the ricebags they freely offer. Sometimes he'd just sit on the rickety fence lining the vegetable patches, munching on an apple or some form of fruit as he took a rest before heading off to his next destination, his pack resting at his feet.
Perfect position for those just wandering in, and needing someone to ask questions of... or to beg some snacks from.]
🌺 SPRING SEGMENT B: Prism Lake
[You guessed it: Byleth's favoured fishing spot in the Spring segment. If you came here hoping for a particularly coloured fish - either to eat or keep in your aquarium - then he's your guy to ask!]
🌺 SPRING SEGMENT C: Secret Getaway
[Despite the pond, this isn't a fishing spot (for once). One of the safest places in the Spring segment, Byleth used it much like the Watchtower camp in the Winter one. For those stumbling into the safe embrace of the sweet-scented flowers, Byleth would have set up a small camp. No campfire for this place, but he would've stretched out a tarp between two trees to shelter from the snow and rain that occasionally swept over the land, reclining against his pack with some sort of book in hand.]
🌺 SPRING SEGMENT D: Cherry Blossom Parks (Exploration potential!)
[At night, eerie sounds can be heard from here, so at night is when Byleth came. Having stowed his travel pack at the Secret Getaway camp, and clearly prepared for battle, Byleth could be found making his way into the park, a small flame held within his palm to light up his way.
Sorry if you initially mistake him as some scary spirit, coming out of the gloom, or a will-o-wisp passing by.]
SUMMER
🌵 SUMMER SEGMENT A: Deserter's Desert (Exploration potential!)
[What's the point of being a cryptid wanderer if you don't dramatically travel across a scorching desert at least once? For those who recklessly struck out in the desert and got lost, or perhaps are skilled travellers themselves, Byleth can be found either simply transiting through the dangerous land, or seeking out the cacti for its medicinal properties. Money's money, right? And it may be useful to keep some for himself in case he encountered those in need of healing - healing his magic couldn't quite fix.
Maybe you think him a mirage on the horizon? Or maybe you're in desperate need of water, and stagger towards him in need of aid? Either way, Byleth will approach and aid if you need - or just to say hello.]
🌵 SUMMER SEGMENT B: Temple of Life
[The safe camp of Summer, Byleth could be found having set up a small camp outside of the temple. No fire - it's hot enough! - but he'd definitely be taking a break from the relentless heat, sitting under the shade stripped down to just his underclothes - or busy shaking out his tunics and cloak of any clinging sand.
For those ogling, he has more than a few scars on him - unavoidable even as one of the best mercenaries around - but there's a particularly large and vivid one that cuts diagonally across his back, still pink and fresh, as if it had been suffered only recently before coming to this land...]
🌵 SUMMER SEGMENT C: Rain Jungle (Exploration potential!)
[The explorer in Byleth lured him to this lush jungle, the ruins visible between the thick foliage all but calling him. For anyone else who has a similar urge (or just got hopelessly lost), he can be stumbled across either on the very fringes, clearly preparing for a deep excursion into the leafy depths, or loitering at one of the few ruins near its outskirts, humming and hawing over its construction and weathered edges.
Wanna team up?]
[What's the point of being a cryptid wanderer if you don't dramatically travel across a scorching desert at least once? For those who recklessly struck out in the desert and got lost, or perhaps are skilled travellers themselves, Byleth can be found either simply transiting through the dangerous land, or seeking out the cacti for its medicinal properties. Money's money, right? And it may be useful to keep some for himself in case he encountered those in need of healing - healing his magic couldn't quite fix.
Maybe you think him a mirage on the horizon? Or maybe you're in desperate need of water, and stagger towards him in need of aid? Either way, Byleth will approach and aid if you need - or just to say hello.]
🌵 SUMMER SEGMENT B: Temple of Life
[The safe camp of Summer, Byleth could be found having set up a small camp outside of the temple. No fire - it's hot enough! - but he'd definitely be taking a break from the relentless heat, sitting under the shade stripped down to just his underclothes - or busy shaking out his tunics and cloak of any clinging sand.
For those ogling, he has more than a few scars on him - unavoidable even as one of the best mercenaries around - but there's a particularly large and vivid one that cuts diagonally across his back, still pink and fresh, as if it had been suffered only recently before coming to this land...]
🌵 SUMMER SEGMENT C: Rain Jungle (Exploration potential!)
[The explorer in Byleth lured him to this lush jungle, the ruins visible between the thick foliage all but calling him. For anyone else who has a similar urge (or just got hopelessly lost), he can be stumbled across either on the very fringes, clearly preparing for a deep excursion into the leafy depths, or loitering at one of the few ruins near its outskirts, humming and hawing over its construction and weathered edges.
Wanna team up?]
AUTUMN
🍂 AUTUMN SEGMENT A: Abandoned Graveyard
[One of the strangest and morbid places Byleth has set up camp, but it was the safest place to be in the Autumn segment. Out of respect of the gathered graves - and wanting to avoid the more boggy, flooded areas, Byleth set up his camp on the very fringes of the graveyard.
In the night, his campfire probably looked like a will-o-wisp, flickering in the gloom. He might not even be there, for any curious passerbys, and with how quietly he walked, he may accidentally startle if he approached you from behind, quietly asking what you want. With his dark cloak and pale skin, it'll be easy to mistake him as a spectre part of the graveyard itself.]
🍂 AUTUMN SEGMENT B: Pumpkin Spice Trail
[Leaping as nimbly as a deer through the forest, Byleth could be found moving from pumpkin to pumpkin, off to gather the medicinal berries found there. Maybe you're here doing the same, and took a nasty tumble into the swamp below, requiring help. Or maybe you're just as nimble as Byleth, and are racing to get to the berries before him! Or perhaps you're simply staring, new to this location and wondering what on earth...]
🍂 AUTUMN SEGMENT C: Abandoned Mansion (Exploration potential!)
[Who can resist derelict old buildings? Not Byleth, that's for sure! Who knew what kind of valuables you can salvage and hawk on the markets (mercenaries adhere to the old rule of 'finders keepers'. Perhaps you're here for the same reason, or maybe you've heard about how no one ever returned from the basement, and came to get to the bottom of the mystery...
Either way, Byleth could be found in front of the mansion, his arms crossed and his gaze set squarely on the front door, as if he could divine its secrets just from intense staring alone...]
[One of the strangest and morbid places Byleth has set up camp, but it was the safest place to be in the Autumn segment. Out of respect of the gathered graves - and wanting to avoid the more boggy, flooded areas, Byleth set up his camp on the very fringes of the graveyard.
In the night, his campfire probably looked like a will-o-wisp, flickering in the gloom. He might not even be there, for any curious passerbys, and with how quietly he walked, he may accidentally startle if he approached you from behind, quietly asking what you want. With his dark cloak and pale skin, it'll be easy to mistake him as a spectre part of the graveyard itself.]
🍂 AUTUMN SEGMENT B: Pumpkin Spice Trail
[Leaping as nimbly as a deer through the forest, Byleth could be found moving from pumpkin to pumpkin, off to gather the medicinal berries found there. Maybe you're here doing the same, and took a nasty tumble into the swamp below, requiring help. Or maybe you're just as nimble as Byleth, and are racing to get to the berries before him! Or perhaps you're simply staring, new to this location and wondering what on earth...]
🍂 AUTUMN SEGMENT C: Abandoned Mansion (Exploration potential!)
[Who can resist derelict old buildings? Not Byleth, that's for sure! Who knew what kind of valuables you can salvage and hawk on the markets (mercenaries adhere to the old rule of 'finders keepers'. Perhaps you're here for the same reason, or maybe you've heard about how no one ever returned from the basement, and came to get to the bottom of the mystery...
Either way, Byleth could be found in front of the mansion, his arms crossed and his gaze set squarely on the front door, as if he could divine its secrets just from intense staring alone...]
❄ II. Quest Selection Menu.
[But hey, maybe you'll run into him in the far safer and far more reliable location that is the Winter Guild. Being a mercenary, fulfilling quests are his bread and butter, and he could be found at the quest selection board, pondering intently which one to take that day. He has no standards! He'll do any of them! So if you need a partner, feel free to walk up to him and convince him to join you!
Or, he'd just walk up to you, and politely ask if you're up for a quest.]
❄ III. Wildcard!
[ooc: if none of the open starters tickle your fancy, feel free to ping me on the discord (i'm kiva) or on plurk
NOTE: For the exploration potential prompts, what we find will depend on mod response! For those who hit them up, I'll post to the exploration comment to see what we can find (tho it's on hiatus until May, but we can explore the outskirts of that location until then)]
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So, at hearing the voice calling out to him, he roused out of his absentmindedness and turned to the source.]
Yes. I was merely lost in thought. Who're you?
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[Blunt was how he rolled. He was so bad at small talk.]
I was curious about this building. Do you know much of it?
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Not really. I've mostly been in the woods - interesting stuff in there for sure.
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Is that so? I was unsure of the woods' safety, so had avoided exploring its depths overly much. Have you a permanent camp there?
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( then again, they responded to intense emotions, and Sky hadn't really reacted because, let's be honest, she's seen way weirder shit. )
There's also portals in the trees- well. There was one that I found, but I've been looking for more because one would imagine there would be more, right?
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[As in, for teleportation?]
Did you go through it?
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Hmm... well. It's not as if death was permanent here.]
Very well. Lead the way, if you would.
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Sure. Oh, and watch for the spirit animals. They don't really do anything when I'm around, but I can't speak for everyone.
( Byleth was even less emotional than she was, so he'd be fine. Night Sky lead him into the forest, navigating like she had walked the path a thousand times already, up into a seemingly random patch of trees where one looked like it was glowing. She pointed. ) That's it.
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That? It looks like a bioluminescent tree.
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Magical portal. I'll go first if you're scared.
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Very well. Please demonstrate the tree's teleporting properties - without dying horribly.
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Not dead. ( She hesitated, fingers flexing, and then held her hand out toward him. ) We can go together.
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So, at Night Sky's offered hand, he considered it for a long moment, clearly debating with himself.]
...I'll consent to my wrist being held. [he extended his hand.] I like maintaining the use of my fingers.
[Also you must unlock his B rank support convo to hold his hand...]
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The other side was just a touch colder than the part of the forest they had been in a second before, and the line of snow separating the segments was clear in the distance. ) You okay?
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Yes.
[he gently tugged his wrist free and scanned their immediate surroundings... before turning around to see the portal they walked through.]
Hmmm... are there other portals like this, I wonder...? Where exactly did it take us, do you know?
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( she hadn't found any more yet, unfortunately, but that didn't mean she hadn't been looking. )
Should be north, near the border of the segments. Not too far from the great tree and west of the airship station?
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[Warp spells were very restricted in range, so this was actually quite impressive to Byleth. Slowly, he approached the portal they had walked through, but didn't enter it again. He was examining it closely.]
I wonder what's powering it? And why in such a... isolated location? As you say, it's rather random, whether this is a solitary portal or if there's more.
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Could be a holdover from when more of the natives used magic? Then when everything went to shit some of the portals dissipated or moved. I figure there should be more somewhere, but I haven't found any here.
Could be they're for getting closer to the segment borders? Might be one in the winter half that goes to spring or something.
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[But it'd be like trying to find a needle in a haystack to find them, if that were the case. The portal didn't feel all that strange either, so it wasn't as if it could be sensed. Byleth rocked back from his inspection with a quiet sigh.]
I suppose it'll be nothing but luck for us to stumble across some more.
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I prefer travelling alone, but that way we may cover more ground. How about we remain in contact, and inform one another whenever we find a portal? If we mark the positions on our maps, we may find a pattern to them.
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Sure. Want to meet up once a week or something?
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[Hm, maybe he could make it into a thing? He did need to socialise more, outside of occasionally bumping into people he was passingly familiar with and getting his dose of Socialising in fits and starts.]
...do you like fishing?
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