seasonsrpg | [OPEN] Starlight Wedding

[OPEN] Starlight Wedding

WHO: Aymeric de Borel, Night Sky, and the entirety of Ellipsa.
WHAT: A wedding!
WHEN: Forwarded dated to December 25th.
WHERE: Coldreach Observatory
WARNINGS: alcohol use. Other than that, please warn accordingly if anything comes up.

Betrothed by Starlight

Join Lord Aymeric de Borel and his beloved bride Night Sky in holy matrimony at their Starlight Celebration of Love.

Ceremony

For those few who did attend the ceremony, is was brief but sincere.

As ever, Aymeric was dressed well, and in blue, with a boutonniere matching Night Sky's bouquet. As composed and well-spoken as he generally is, the moment he saw Night Sky come down the aisle, he was as a lovesick boy. With a wide, joyous smile, and misty eyes (and just a little happy sniffle), Aymeric welcomed Night Sky to stand at the alter with him. Luckily, he regained himself enough to speak his vow:

"Night Sky. My beloved Starlight. You were the first person I met upon arriving in Ellipsa, and it was with you that I built my first relationship in this strange, new place. I still look back upon our weekly hand-holding meetings with fondness. We ate at your fire, and shared stories and laughter, and danced under the moonlight with naught but our voices for music. The closer we became, the more your shell fell away, and you blossomed into the incredible woman whom I shall soon be fortunate enough to call my wife.

I swear unto you that I shall be ever faithful to you, honest with you, and supportive for you.

Your beauty thrills me. Your sincerity eases me. Your heart calls to mine, and mine to yours, eternally. I love you, Night Sky. No god nor abyss between worlds shall come between us."

Standing opposite him at the alter, only just holding herself together during the entirety of his speech, Night Sky could be seen (for the first and very likely last time) entirely dolled up. Her wild hair had been tamed and was now purposefully decorated with flowers that matched the bouquet she held in her hands (her left ring finger adorned with her also appropriately themed engagement ring). Thanks to the efforts of her maid of honor and a few others, her makeup was done and her dress, while not a traditional white, was beautiful and more than suited her. When the matching moon-blessed veil had been ceremoniously swept back from her face, she spoke her vows with a faint hint of a tremble in her voice, clearly holding back tears just long enough to speak.

"My sweet knight, I'm sure we both know that I am the last person that should be making long winded speeches, so I'll try to keep this short and to the point.

You are the most beautiful man I have ever met. And I don't just mean in appearance - but you are gorgeous, just so we're clear - but in your soul and in your heart. I am eternally grateful that we were both brought here so that we could meet one another on that bridge, so that we could do that ridiculous quest together and form a bond from it.

I can't deny that I loved you the second I saw you. I was lost in the bright blue sky of your eyes and I couldn't look away. Your smile is like a ray of sunlight, and I knew that I wanted to be the one you smiled for. I am so lucky that you felt the same and that we're here together.

I love you, Aymeric. And I will be sure that we're not separated ever again, even if I have to tear through the realms to be by your side."

With that, they exchanged rings, and then a kiss, and then they were wed. A tear finally slipped through Aymeric's poise. How could it not, with him smiling so brightly?

Reception

After their small ceremony, Aymeric and Night Sky open the Coldreach's Observatory for a night of festive celebration. Being both their wedding and ~~Christmas~~ the Starlight Celebration, there's no shortage of merriment to be had! The drink is flowing, the music is lively, and the halls are decked - come one, come all!

This is no boring, stately wedding reception. The decor dazzles in royal blues, forest greens, glittering gold, and sleek silver, with pops of berry red in all the right places. The air is rich with song and spice. Aymeric put his seasonal powers to work making clear ice candle luminaries with pine boughs and holly frozen within. Small heart-shaped ice sculptures are found throughout the reception, inside and out. All of the plants are fresh and real, grown that day through Night Sky's dryad powers. Slightly-off-but-close-enough mistletoe sprigs hang from various spots and doorways. A few cozy campfires are set up outside, with blankets and roast-able snacks - and a picturesque light snowfall has graced the evening, too. There's tables full of food, and lots of space for dancing.

The food is presented in a robust buffet, with much of it made into festive shapes. Charcute-wreaths, anyone? There's a lot of variety in the buffet's spread. Smoked meats and cheeses, nutty tarts, fresh bread, and...hot dogs? To name a few. And drinks are in abundance - both alcoholic and non - to wash it all down. Night Sky made a special tea blend just for the occasion: orange with cinnamon, clove, and an undertone of vanilla. Aymeric made a large ice sculpture to decoratively hold several wine bottles and keep them perfectly chilled in the process. There's much to choose from across every flavour palate. And later on in the evening comes a hot chocolate bar!

Everybody gets a bag with two servings worth of Night Sky's tea as their guest gift. May you feel some of Aymeric and Night Sky's warmth and love whenever you enjoy it.

OOC Notes

✰ The ceremony may have been private, but the party is public and your character is invited even if they don't know the bride and groom. Create your own toplevels, get creative with it and, most importantly, have fun!

✰ Remember the game rules! If, for whatever reason, your characters decide to get freaky no smut can be threaded in this post and must be moved to a locked post or journal. Just know that Night Sky supports you though.

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for the girlies (closed to: saya, megumi, joie)

Night Sky, born and raised in the forests of her homeland, was not one inclined toward things like makeup and proper hairstyles for weddings and, truly, she only looked as good as she did thanks to the assistance of her maid of honor and the Eorzeans that had so eagerly volunteered when they heard the wedding was happening.

Adorned in a more suitable, shorter, and less intense dress for the reception, Night Sky hurried over to them, wherever they might be found, smiling bright and clearly excited despite the ever lingering anxiety associated with large crowds of people.

"Hi! Thank you again for helping me - I would have looked like a disaster if left to my own devices." She laughed. "I owe you big time."

Mingling

Even Night Sky's dislike for crowds could not assuage her joy now that she was officially Lady de Borel. So joyous she was that she was sidling up to strangers with a glass of champagne in both hands, offering one to them (if they were of age, of course) and grinning.

"Thanks for coming." She chirped. And if she didn't know them already, would excitedly add: "I'm Night Sky - the bride." Now you have to be nice to her! "You should dance with me. Come on, it'll be fun."

outside

Bouncing around the entirety of the Observatory would eventually take its toll as Night Sky's social bar dropped down to the red, leading her to take a breather outside near one of the fires. She was in full on blankie mode with a stick poking from the fabric and extended toward the fire.
On the end of it though, was a hot dog.

"It's hilarious," she said to whoever joined her, "our first date was at a diner, and Aymeric was so excited to introduce me to hot dogs. I laughed when he said we would have some here." But there was, unsurprisingly, a fondness in her voice. "He's adorable."

stargazing

With a second wind brought upon by her resting earlier and, oddly enough, plenty of alcohol, Night Sky had returned to the inside of the observatory to once more mingle with the remaining guests. It was quite late now and quiet enough that she was easy to find and to hear as she gazed up at the night sky. How appropriate.

"You have stories about stars where you're from? We have a few back home, but I never really saw the stars much in the forest. The canopy was always blocking it, you know?"

wildcard

The beautiful bride is out and about and fully on board for shenanigans. Toss me a prompt or hmu on discord/plurk at elfwife if you want a custom starter! Xoxo

Edited 2023-12-14 22:43 (UTC)

CLOSED to Night Sky

The first time Aymeric and Night Sky spent time together, they shared stories over mead. Well, technically the first time was fighting the vampire tree monsters, but drinking mead together is much easier to replicate.

Thus the bride and groom had found themselves at a table, several mugs of mead in and getting flush together. Two plates from the buffet sat nearby with mostly-finished hot dogs. Night Sky sat across his lap; both of his arms were wrapped around her. Pink painted Aymeric's cheeks and ears. He was quietly serenading her by singing along to the currently-playing Starlight carol. His voice was as sweet as ever, though he was slurring.

"O Starlight tree, O Starlight tree, of all the trees most lovely..."

She's a dryad - she liked tree songs, right?

i - Mingling/Wildcard

Having been raised in nobility, Aymeric was well-versed in general social mingling. Not to mention that he wanted to ensure everyone is having a good time. With a kind smile, the charm turned up, and a courteous "Good evening," -

- he bumped into some folks by the buffet table. "Have you tried the Sohm Al tarts yet? They are my own personal recipe from home."

- and he greeted others (of age) offering a glass of champagne. "Here. I do hope you are enjoying yourself."

- and some found him instead as he used his seasonal powers to fix some melting or other damage on one of the ice sculptures scattered about.

Really, he was hard to miss, and not just because he's 6'6"! There were many opportunities to say hi to the groom, and this is your chance to do it.

ii - Fireside

As much as Aymeric was enjoying himself, even he needed a breather. Besides, with such a perfect snowfall happening outside, how could he not want to go out and enjoy it? Just as he settled into a seat by one of the fires, blanket across his shoulders and cup of warm tea in hand, he noticed company approaching.

"Ah, greetings. Would you care to join me?"

iii - Dancing

"May I have this dance?"

That was the groom himself, offering a hand. Aymeric held himself with confidence as he awaited a response. The proposition was entirely for fun, of course - it was his wedding, not a night club. But it was also sincere. Take his hand?

You look wonderful, dear. Your ceremony was absolutely gorgeous.

[Joie was honestly honored to be able to be part of their ceremony like this. If even it was only in the capacity of helping her get to know Eorzean holidays and helping her get ready.

Sure, they barely knew one another…but that didn’t matter. ]

Worry not, you actually owe me nothing. If you think you do, it’s nothings good cup of tea can’t do to make things even.

Oh, thank the Tree. I felt like I was fumbling up there. And sweating. And nauseous. ( Oh wait she was all those things. But apparently the makeup and hair made her look good doing it! )

Actually. I do owe you a story, don't I? About how I went from elf to dryad? Could always do that now. ( it's only!! Kind of sad!! )

I think for a wedding, that’s fairly normal. I don’t think anyone noticed.

[One day she will tell Night Sky the story of her own wedding. ]

Only if you want to tell me, of course. We didn’t have much of a chance before this did we?

[ Doing something like this was always a delight, and she herself is dressed in a pretty blue outfit with glittering flowers on it, now that she isn't doing Night Sky's makeup- she didn't have to do much at all, with her natural beauty, but she smiles warmly at her. ]

I doubt you could look like a disaster, love. Look at you, shining like the brightest of stars! Why, I daresay the Lord Commander is overshadowed by your beauty and loves every moment!

[ Sorry, Aymeric... she knows the power of a beautiful woman, she hopes he'd understand. ]

Night Sky could count on one hand the amount of times she had seen Aymeric drunk (in fact, was this the first?). He was, unsurprisingly, as precious as ever though.

She had since shifted to rest her head on his shoulder, playing with his hair by twirling the longer pieces - and sometimes the ribbon he wore - around her fingers. The slurred crooning made her giggle. "Am I the Starlight tree in this scenario?"

You haven't seen me without any of Aymeric's influence. ( it was mostly a joke, but truth be told Night Sky was quite wild in appearance when left to her own devices. Staying in the city with Aymeric had made her, quite literally, clean up her act.

Such a genuine compliment did make her blush though. )

I'm going to light this place on fire with how hot my face is getting. You're a menace. ( said with all the love in her heart. )

Edited 2023-12-16 02:25 (UTC)

Gods I hope so. ( embarrassing. )

Too busy with the wedding preparations. I didn't know it was this... much. ( although it was mostly Aymeric's fault for that. Sky would have been fine changing rings in the woods or whatever. ) And I don't mind. Why don't we sit down.

Aymeric appreciated good drink, and often finished the day off with a glass or two of wine. However, he didn't often let himself get quite so toasty. But hey, it was his wedding, he was allowed to let loose. And there was enough time left in the evening to sober up before they left.

He definitely wanted to be sober for what came afterwards.

He kissed her forehead and nodded. "The song describes how the evergreen tree is beautiful all year 'round. And...also very green." Aymeric played with a piece of Night Sky's hair. She is also green!

"Ever. Green. Makes sense." She said with another laugh, face nuzzled into his neck. "I don't know any songs about handsome knights to sing back at you. They should make more of those." God she was blasted. "So weird... I'm a 'Lady' now."

[She can assure her she was also sweating on her own wedding day. She will stand by this!! ]

It’s a lot, and you’ve been through a lot in a short amount of time, aye? [ Joie finds a comfortable table for the two of them, pulling a chair out for Night Sky and then seating herself.] Tell me whatever you feel comfortable telling me.

"Exactly." She got it.

"Mm, you could make one up. And aye, that you are. My lady love, Viscountess Night Sky de Borel." Aymeric nuzzled her hair. "'Tis a dream come true..."

"Oh, Aymeric. I can't sing." She snorted, eyes shut as she remained nestled close; absolutely ignoring everything and everyone else around them. Night Sky idly traced her fingers up and down his arm. "Mmm. Viscountess sounds fancy. Do I have to, like, do fancy things? I mean - important fancy things. How many balls do you hold per year?" She was slurring and... mostly teasing.

I'm quite certain even that would be considered beautiful, love. You haven't seen me after a wild hunt with leaves and bugs on me! And blood. Mostly blood. That isn't mine...

[ Yeah. She giggles then, ears wiggling. ]

Though you know- the happiness of one in an eternal bond is truly the most blessed! They say Menphina's blessings are bounteous on this day, so you ought to ask her for every wish you could want- and your life will be filled with blessings to accomplish them!

Yeah. ( Although time was a strange concept for her these days.

Night Sky nodded her thanks and settled at the table, arms folding over her chest. )

Well, to start, I didn't always look like this. ( She motioned to the antlers, the golden toned skin, the unnaturally bright green of her eyes. ) I was a Sylvan Elf. But I died a handful of years after I contracted the consumption - tuberculosis, whatever you want to call it. An archfey - hang on. I'll back up. Are you familiar with Fey?

"I love the sound of your voice. That's all I need."

He chuckled. Tipsy as he was, it was a looser laugh than normal, and lasted a few seconds longer. "'How many balls do I hold per year?' My my, naughty as always, aren't you?"

"Oh my gods, Aymeric, I wasn't even being dirty!" For once. She lifted her head up to stare at him, looking as shocked as a clearly drunk dryad could. "What's on your mind, love? Because I'm talking about fancy parties."

Edited 2023-12-17 02:23 (UTC)

Aymeric was reduced to snickering. He buried his face in her hair.

"Aha, ah, oh, Halone preserve me," he managed to say as his laughter calmed. "Pardon me, my love. Pardon me and the influence of the drink. Gods, I've not made such a filthy remark in a long time."

He cleared his throat, readying to answer her questions proper - but then he burst into laughter and nuzzled into her hair again.

Night Sky laughed along with him. "You are so cute." She commented, "and so fucking drunk. Maybe we should get you some water, Sunshine."

I kind of want to now... ( because if anything was truly alluring to Night Sky, it was seeing someone in a state she was more accustomed to. Dirt and leaves and grime were far more familiar than fancy dress and, you know, living in an actual house. Not that she was complaining about either when the came with Aymeric. )

To tell you the truth, I don't even think I have anything else to wish for. This is... everything, sappy as that sounds. It's so much more than I could have ever imagined.

[ She smiles brightly, reaching out to take her hands. ]

We take care of our appearances too, you know- for ourselves! After all, the ones who love us ought to find us just as beautiful in appearances that make us happy, aye?

[ She beams then. ]

I hope you being there will mean the Lord Commander coming out of his office at all. Do you know he missed an entire recital we gave? All for work!! We performed so well, too!

( Night Sky laughed and squeezed her hands.)

Yeah, you're right. To be honest, Aymeric fell for me when I was a dirty little gremlin. I only cleaned up after. ( as for that next comment--)

I'm sure he felt terrible about missing it. But don't worry, I'm a terrible terrible distraction and I need attention that is far more important than his work. I'll keep him in line.

Heh, he's never seemed to mind me looking mine worst- wonder if 'tis an Ishgardian thing, actually.

[ Her ears lift in amusement, giving a little flick. ]

Now that's a lady after mine own heart- demand all the attention! 'tis your right! 'twas one of the things I'd do with mine own husb-

[ ... she stops, laughing then as she shakes her head. ]

- Well, don't do it too much, but just enough to get him out of the office! You're more important! Say, shall we get a snack?

"Aye, you're right. I wouldn't want to be too in..." He took a steadying breath. "Too ineb-riated..." He got there! "To enjoy what shall come once the wedding is over. I shall try to answer your questions once I've my wits about me."

Aymeric started looking around to find some water. Sure, there's a pitcher with some glasses...but a little further away is something better.

"Why, darling, have we sampled the hot chocolate bar yet?"

She's so proud of him.

Night Sky was fully prepared to snatch the pitcher up and pour him a glass, but before she could even shift away enough to do so, Aymeric posed his question. She paused. Shook her head.

"We haven't. Do you want to?" Obviously. She wasn't sure if that would really hydrate him but. Whatever.

( Night Sky would have to be the least observant woman alive to not notice the pauses and the quick change in subject. She was also smart enough not to pry if Megumi was not inclined to elaborate. )

Mm. Sure. You a fan of hot chocolate? Aymeric practically insisted on that hot chocolate bar.

At least it was non-alcoholic. Gotta start somewhere.

"I do. Very much. We wouldn't want to miss one of the highlights of our own wedding, would we?" he replied, smiling wide. "Alas that it means I must release you..."

Aymeric gave her one more loving squeeze and kiss before they untangled from one another and stood. In his defence, he only wobbled a little bit as he offered his arm to her.

"You're the highlight of the wedding." Okay she was absolutely drunk too, but that was irrelevant.

Night Sky reluctantly shifted out of his lap and his embrace after returning that kiss, arms looped around his with a contented sigh. "This has been fun. Stressful - but fun."

[ Not at the moment, especially on a happy day. The last thing they need to talk about is her own unsuccessful bonding.

So the subject of hot chocolate instantly perks her up! ]

Do I. Did he really? I could drink hot chocolate all day and never get tired. Never had it at all growing up!!

[ She'll just take her arm in hers gleefully. ]

Lead the way, my Lady!!

You essentially passed? I’m so sorry to hear that.

[She listens intently, and perks up a little when she’s asked about the Fey. ]

I am unsure if the Fey I am familiar with are the same as yours. But I do know the concept of the Fey.

[ She nods her head, as if to say she can continue the story.]

Sheepishness passed over his expression at the mention of stress, though it didn't diminish his smile.

"So long as you found this worthwhile in the end," he began as they started walking together. "I worried sometimes that I was pushing the wedding on you. But you did well. I am proud of you. So proud of you. For many things, but for today, especially...well, today."

That made sense, right?

Night Sky squeezed his arm, leaned into him as they walked. "I'm sure I could have convinced you to do something less... intense, but I didn't want to. I enjoyed it. I loved it, really. Because you were so lovely, and everyone from your homeland that helped made it so much easier. I love you so much, Aymeric. Today was perfect."

"Indeed it was. Today was every bit the dream come true, and more."

The more Aymeric spoke, the more he beamed, until he radiated joy by the end. Unable to contain that joy, he took Night Sky in his arms and spun her.

"I love you so much!" he exclaimed.

Somehow, he managed not to fall over.

"Ah!" Night Sky helped in surprise, arms reflexively looping around him. Drunk as she was, she felt like the whole world was spinning around her and had to duck her head down against him to steady herself. "I love you too!" She laughed. "My sweet sweet knight."

"My beloved Starlight," he replied, snickering even as he kissed the top of her head. "Begging your pardon yet again. I've such...such elation that I can scarcely contain myself. Especially on account of the drink."

His eyes became watery. "I am so happy..."

"Don't apologize. I adore seeing you so happy, Aymeric." She was just surprised! In the best way possible. She leaned back just enough to press their foreheads together, hands on his cheeks. "Me too, Sunshine. You have no idea how happy you make me every day. I can't wait to spend the rest of our lives together. "

Neither did I. Chocolates pretty rare back home - only the fancy human nobles ever have it.

( so you bet your sweet ass she was partaking in much of it today. Night Sky happily lead her over to the hot chocolate bar that had been set up alongside the rest of the buffet tables. ) You ever have these mini marshmallows? ( She popped one in her mouth and then held one out to Megumi. )

I did. But fey magic made sure that didn't last long.

( She's not bitter about it at all. )

The one that revived me was the Green Knight. He's been at war with another Archfey called the Horned God who had been tormenting not only the other Fey, but my people as well. The Green Knight wanted me to help fight him, so he gave me the powers of a dryad and cured me. I'm bound to him and the forest now - or I was, before I came here. I'm pretty sure Aymeric will make sure I never am again at this point.

Edited 2023-12-25 21:57 (UTC)

He just kept on beaming, especially at her last words. As he replied, he continued leading the way to the hot chocolate bar again.

"Nor can I. The rest of our lives...gods, we get to see each other every day. Every day. I get to hold you, and kiss you, and know you every day for the rest of my life. How could I ever have a bad day again, knowing that?"

It seemed that being drunk while in love enhanced Aymeric's gooberness tenfold. But he was an endearing goober, especially as he offered Night Sky an empty mug for hot chocolate.

Night Sky did her best not to linger on the mention of his life, knowing full well she would outlive him if they did not seek some sort of magic to keep him beside her - assuming he wanted that at all. That was a conversation for another day though. Now, she was happily drunk with her husband at their wedding - the beginning of their lives together, and she was not going to ruin it.

"I've been warned of your workaholic syndrome, though. I'll be sure to harass you out of your office so you can dote on your beautiful wife." She teased, taking the mug. "How should I make mine?" He was the expert here.

I see, what a unique position to be in.

[ She thinks about it, tapping her chin with her fingers. The important part is that she is alive, the trouble is what would happen if she were to return to Ishgard and not the forest. But hey, anything is possible! ]

I have been doing my own research into cross world travel, something I picked up an interest from one of the Scions. Well, they were the Scions before they split up. I suppose I should just call them Archons now. One of them, her name is Y'shtola, was trying to prove how one could move between our world, "The Source", and a reflection of our world, "The First".

I myself have heard of some here having been to another world not their own before coming here. Perhaps if we can figure out how that came to be...well, you could go home with Aymeric.

( Night Sky listened intently, nodding along. She too had heard of others that had been to other worlds even before Ellipsa. )

I'm going home with him regardless. ( Stated matter-of-factly, like there was no doubt in her mind. ) Of course I have to figure out how, but I fully plan to. Any way you could help would be great.

Mm, I’ll do what I can. Unfortunately I believe Aymeric is from a different reflection than myself. The Warrior of Light that we know is different.

[ That would mean they wouldn’t be able to hang out in Ishgard ):]

Elezen live long lives, you know. So take good care of him.

That seems to be the case for a lot of people. ( No shut up. They'll figure something out.

Just like she'd figure something out for Aymeric and his mortal lifespan. Night Sky would live forever as a dryad - and she wasn't going to live without him.

She did not mention this to Joie and just smiled instead. )

I will. Don't worry- my people live a long time too. He won't ever be alone.

It would be a crime for you not to see my home in Ishgard. Have I ever told you about my husband and little ones? I’m sure they would love to meet you too.

[ Yeah, they will figure something out. She thinks there has to be some way.

She gives a smile, gentle.]

It comforts me to hear that. He deserves the world, as do you.

Edited 2024-01-08 03:40 (UTC)

You haven't. ( She propped her chin in her hands and smiled. ) But you should. I want to hear all about them.

( She nodded. )

I'll give him that and more. Promise. And thank you.

Well, my husband is a Mi'qote. I feel people here call them "cat boys", or something of that nature. My children look more like myself than anything, though they can have their father's attitude.

[ She shows a small picture she has. Herself in a traditional white mage's outfit, and him, well...he's dressed in whatever made him look cool probably. Yes, he does have cat ears and a cat tail. She was not kidding. The next picture is of her kids. The girl is clearly around 10, the boy maybe as young as 7. ~~FFXIV sucks and they do not have good elezen children models BOOOO~~. ] Their names are Elodie and Olivier.

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