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Posted by Keniston on December 28, 2000 at 06:35:55:

In Reply to: The wake posted by Garenth on December 28, 2000 at 00:10:24:

Proserpina says 'The Circle which encloses us now is symbolic of the vicissitudes of mortal life, fluctuating with the seasons, from the very moment of birth, to the last breath of death.'

Proserpina nods with lowered eyes.

Proserpina says 'The children of the Goddess, of the Inner Circle, as every mortal, are drawn from the womb by their individual destinies, the threads meeting during their brief lifetimes '

Proserpina says 'before finally succumbing to the embrace of the Crone at the end of their journeys amongst us...'

Proserpina says 'And yet, this is the very same Circle of Life, the ultimate, everlasting reality witnessing and underlying these manifold changes.'

Proserpina says 'It is to the eternal Circle that we centre our minds now, to offer a prayer to the Goddess of Death in commencement of the ceremony, with words simple, words of power.'

Proserpina sounds a musical note on her silver sistrum again, formally commencing the ceremony.

Proserpina says 'O Mother of our mothers,'

Proserpina says 'All foremothers strong.'

Dowanhowee lowers her head, looking thoughtful.

Proserpina says 'Holding on to life's tethers,'

Proserpina says 'Wizened Crone of ages old,'

Proserpina says 'Sending Raven's croaking flight'

Proserpina says 'Hurtling through the mid of night.'

Proserpina says 'Soaring toward light's release'

Proserpina says 'Winter leaving souls at ease.'

Arvam taps his foot absently to the tone.

Dowanhowee blushes.

Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Arvam.

Proserpina gives you a candle of blessing.

Dowanhowee drops mace of despair.

A wry little smile crosses Dowanhowee's face.

Saldarito smirks.

You raise your eyebrow at Dowanhowee.

Arvam snickers softly.

Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Garenth.

Saldarito snickers softly.

Arvam gives Dowanhowee a crooked smile.

Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Alavazrin.

Saldarito holds a candle of blessing in his hands.

Alavazrin holds a candle of blessing in his hands.

Proserpina says 'Let us each light a candle in respect for the lives that have passed on before we begin on the first dedication.'

Proserpina nods at the congregation within the sacred circle.

Saldarito cups his hand over the flame so it does not blow out.

Proserpina holds a candle of blessing in her hands.

Alavazrin repositions himself on the ground.

Arvam says 'Oh, right, candle..'

Dowanhowee holds her candle up, the flame strong and untouched by wind or rain.

Arvam fumbles about in his cloak for a moment.

Dowanhowee gives Arvam a crooked smile.

Arvam holds a candle of blessing in his hands.

Garenth leans his axe against his shield and pulls out a candle lighting it off of his shield.

Proserpina holds her flame up to her eye, and gazes into its hypnotic light.

Saldarito lies on the floor resting his short stubby legs.

Alavazrin quickly pushes aside his bees before their curiosity draws them near the flame.

You whisper 'Can Hirschin get a candle?'

Proserpina smiles at you.

Proserpina says 'How could I possibly forget.'

You smile happily.

Proserpina shakes her head apologetically.

Dowanhowee whispers 'He sure is too big to forget.'

Dowanhowee winks suggestively at Hirschin.

Proserpina chuckles at Dowanhowee's joke.

Saldarito says 'Better get him a extra large candle.'

You nod at Proserpina.

Proserpina nods at Saldarito.

Saldarito smiles at you.

You smile happily.

Proserpina rummages from the pile of candles and picks a large white one.

Proserpina smiles at you.

Arvam sneezes.

Proserpina gives you a candle of blessing.

Arvam says 'S'cuse me'

Saldarito pats Arvam on his head.

Keniston lights the candle with a flick of his finger and hands it down to Hirschin, who holds it gingerly in between two monstrous fingers.

Proserpina whispers something inaudible into Hirschin's ear, and nods discreetly.

You whisper 'Careful big guy'

Arvam rubs his nose within the folds of his cloak.

Garenth kicks the foul mace with a boot.

Alavazrin sits down on the ground.

Arvam ducks defensively.

Saldarito steps back from putting a berry under Hirschin's foot again.

A death knell peals throughout the Galadon graveyard...growing louder until heard across the whole land.

Arvam says 'Hey now stubby, careful there'

Garenth whispers 'Someone ought pick up their nasty toy a'fore I get's upset.'

Proserpina closes her eyes, meditating on the reverberations of the bell.

Arvam says 'Oh, simmer down now there fella'

Arvam nudges Garenth.

Keniston whistles innocently and tucks his dagger into the folds of his cloak.

Dowanhowee whispers 'It is more symbolic than anything.'

Garenth grumbles and growls. You wonder what's wrong....

Proserpina opens her eyes and beams a glowing smile.

Proserpina says 'The time is now, let us begin.'

Vestax gets a slender mithril blade.

Proserpina sounds a musical note on her silver sistrum, commencing the ceremony.

Vestax wields a slender mithril blade.

Arvam says 'Hey now, leave the stuff on the ground, ya here?'

Arvam snorts derisively at Vestax.

You mutter something to Vestax.

Vestax drops a slender mithril blade.

Alavazrin beams a smile at a lion.

Saldarito beams a smile at a lion.

Saldarito says 'Yer late!'

Proserpina says 'Drawing the ashes from this sacred urn, which of you present would speak in memory of Astillian?'

A lion whimpers at everyone, as they try to puzzle out what it wants.

You grin evilly at him.

Dowanhowee sighs a little.

Arvam says 'Huh? Oh, I'll speak 'bout ole Lazy..but, uhm, I'll wait for the others first'

Proserpina looks intently at Dowanhowee.

Dowanhowee says 'I would speak briefly in memory of Astillian'

Keniston gently nudges Dowanhowee towards the center of the circle.

Proserpina says 'The lady shall make her dedication first then.'

Proserpina gives the ashes of Astillian to Dowanhowee.

Dowanhowee steps forward and holds the ashes in front of her.

Dowanhowee says 'Astillian taught me many things, but most of all he taught me to live life to its fullest.'

Keniston lowers his gaze.

Lhydia plops down on the ground.

Dowanhowee says 'To enjoy every bit of it.'

A wry little smile crosses Dowanhowee's face.

Dowanhowee says 'And to share my enjoyment with others. I have sought to do what he has taught.'

Dowanhowee looks down and smiles.

Dowanhowee says 'I might be a bard, but there are truly too many words to say of Astillian, and so I will stop here.'

Keniston strokes his mustache pensively.

Dowanhowee looks around to see if any others wish to speak in Astillian's memory.

Arvam says 'Oh, I got some bloody words alright'

Arvam rolls up his sleeves.

Dowanhowee gives Arvam a crooked smile.

Dowanhowee gives the ashes of Astillian to Arvam.

Arvam gets the Frying Pan of Purity from a dark white cloak with a root shaped clasp.

Proserpina watches Arvam from her side of the circle.

Arvam wields the Frying Pan of Purity.

Arvam sprinkles Astillian's ashes into the pan.

Arvam says 'Asty'

Arvam snorts.

Saldarito takes out two eggs from his cloak.

Saldarito giggles.

Arvam says 'You were the lazies son of'a red headed step jackal I ever bloody knew'

You give Saldarito a crooked smile.

Arvam says 'Laziest, laziest'

Dowanhowee holds a hand to her mouth to stifle a laugh.

Proserpina smiles vaguely at Arvam.

Arvam clears his throat politely, narrowing his eyes.

Garenth gives Arvam a crooked smile.

Arvam says 'Now ya just had to go'en do the bloody laziest act of laziness a fella can do'

Keniston forcibly stifles a laugh and then clears his throat.

Arvam says 'There's a reason it's called the Eternal rest ya fool'

Arvam yells 'Ya hear that Asty?!'

Lhydia holds some wildflowers in her hands.

Dowanhowee snickers softly.

Arvam yells 'Your still...bloody...lazy!'

Ghaelok says 'You are.'

Arvam snorts again, though sounding oddly more like a sniff this time.

Ghaelok nods at Arvam.

Dowanhowee whispers 'But he did enjoy being lazy!'

Arvam says 'Ya never made my practice sessions or anythin, but well...'

Arvam sighs.

Garenth seems to be a grumpy bear... he is grumbling at poor Vestax.

Arvam says 'Ya hired me, and we..well, we squabbled...a lot'

Arvam says 'And...it was fun'

Arvam says 'Ain't sure I ever told ya, but...well'

Arvam says 'You bein lazy...that was all'a the fun'

Arvam says 'I mean....if you were studious and any'a that'

You peer intently at Arvam.

Arvam says 'Well hey, that...uh, wouldn't make any sense, thats it'

Arvam nods wisely.

Keniston snorts softly.

Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Ciemar.

Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Lhydia.

Arvam says 'Uhm, anyways...gonna miss ya, and...most folks remember ya by your shoes'

Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Ghaelok.

Saldarito sniffs sadly.

Arvam says 'I remember that bloody armchair you lugged around in a bracelet of all things'

Ghaelok nods at Proserpina.

Alavazrin purses his lips and widens his eyes at the emotions sweeping over him.

Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Vestax.

Dowanhowee nods with a smile.

Ghaelok holds a candle of blessing in his hands.

Arvam says 'Shoes? Ha! Armchair...that was what represented ya lazy!'

Arvam hangs his head, peering into the ashes in his pan.

Arvam says 'Er..anyone else? Or should I send these ashes to where they outta be?'

Proserpina nods at Arvam.

Proserpina says 'Do.'

Saldarito nods.

Dowanhowee whispers 'Part of an omelette?'

Arvam says 'Righto then....'

Proserpina watches Arvam expectantly.

Alavazrin stares in perplexity at Dowanhowee.

Arvam turns his pan to the side, then swings it in a broad arc near the ground.

Arvam drops the ashes of Astillian.

The ashes of Astillian disintegrates as it hits the floor.

Keniston sighs and watches the ashes trickle between Arvam's fingers.

Proserpina nods.

A skeleton has arrived.

Saldarito sniffs sadly.

Arvam yells 'Aw, poopy'

Dowanhowee smiles wistfully.

You snicker softly.

Proserpina says 'Fare you well, Jinglefoot.'

Saldarito says 'Its Astys skeleton.'

Proserpina says 'Now at last, the soul of Astillian flies freely from his chains, loosed from age and mortal pain. In the sky a new star shines, and the wheel of life turns once again!'

Ciemar nods.

Saldarito gasps in astonishment.

You whisper 'Not lazy enough, it actually walked here.'

Arvam says 'Fly? Try sleep'

Saldarito bonks himself and grimaces in pain.

Arvam nods at you in agreement.

Dowanhowee looks up into the moonlit sky with a smile.

Proserpina says 'For those of you who have arrived late, we light the candles in respect for the lives that have passed on, and I have handed one to each of you.'

You grin evilly.

Ciemar holds a candle of blessing in his hands.

Garenth drops a shield of pure silver light.

Alavazrin looks around the small circle only finally realizing the newcomers.

Lhydia giggles.

Garenth grabs the shield setting it up to be displayed.

Vestax gets a hand of cards from a Big Ol'Pack Sack.

Vestax holds a hand of cards in his hands.

A mourner gets a shield of pure silver light.

You snicker softly.

Garenth mutters something quietly to himself.

Garenth requests a shield of pure silver light from a mourner.

Vestax sits in the corner playing solitaire.

You whisper 'Greedy...probably doubles as a graverobber'

Ciemar chuckles politely.

Arvam says 'Uhm..so...who's next, huh?'

Dowanhowee shakes her head in dismay.

Arvam whispers 'I bet she's lost in thought again'

Arvam whispers 'She does that a lot'

Arvam whispers 'Ya know, she's one'a them deep thought types'

Dowanhowee winces slightly.

Dowanhowee comforts Proserpina.

Keniston strokes his mustache pensively.

Arvam whispers 'See, she was thinking deeply'

You give Proserpina a crooked smile.

Proserpina sighs and composes herself quickly.

Proserpina says 'For those who have arrived lately, I have handed each of you a candle, which we light in respect for the lives that have passed on.'

Proserpina nods at the visitors at the far end of the circle.

Garenth whispers 'Now keep yer grubby hands off ma'shield.'

Garenth drops a shield of pure silver light.

Arvam whispers 'Speakin of arrivin late'

Ghaelok lowers his head and smiles slightly.

Arvam looks around and whistles innocently.

Garenth props it back up to display it properly.

Proserpina lowers her eyes respectfully.

Proserpina says 'Drawing the ashes from this sacred urn, which of you present would speak in memory of Annabelle?'

Keniston steps forward into the center of the circle.

Proserpina nods at you in agreement.

Proserpina gives you the ashes of Annabelle.

You sigh.

Saldarito smiles at you.

Proserpina smiles at Hirschin and watches Keniston intently.

You say 'Annabelle was a good gnome, one that I regretfully only knew near the end of her long long life.'

Dowanhowee nods thoughtfully.

Vestax looks around and whistles innocently.

Garenth peers intently at Vestax.

Vestax sits down on the ground.

You say 'She was a studious type, looking over magic artifacts for days on end, especially when her aged body was too frail to venture forth.'

Garenth whispers 'Ye want ta'be feelin' tha'edge o'ma axe ye nasty bugger keep antagonizin' me.'

Vestax winks at Garenth.

You say 'I...ehm...prepared a poem...now mind you I'm not a poet or a bard.'

Garenth examines the edge of his axe.

Vestax cowers in a corner and whimpers softly.

You say 'I'll also direct your attention to the ogier over there, so if I hear any snickering at my poor attempt I'll give him your name.'

Dowanhowee nods at you in agreement.

Proserpina nods at Keniston.

Keniston peers around the circle and nods to himself.

You say 'ahem'

Dowanhowee shivers at the thought of fighting Hirschin.

You say 'Ages come and pass, lives they come and go'

You say 'Souls of angels rise above, others sink below'

Alavazrin folds his hands together and attempts to recline backwards.

You say 'Friends are hard to come by and this is why I mourn'

You say 'Were she here, on her head a laurel wreath I would adorn'

You say 'Annabelle has parted, the world's a sadder place'

You say 'She did wonders for our knowledge, and glorified her race'

You say 'So with these words I wish her well while she rests within the clouds'

A skeleton has arrived.

You say 'To have known her an honor, to have been her friend makes me proud'

You attempt to nod at yourself and get dizzy instead.

Garenth looks at a skeleton and mutters something nasty under his breath.

A skeleton slaps Garenth.

Dowanhowee smiles at you.

Saldarito shows his approval by clapping his hands together.

Garenth growls.

Ghaelok nods at you in agreement.

Garenth wields a wicked phoenix-shaped axe named 'Night Cleaver'.

Ciemar shows his approval by clapping his hands together.

You say 'Farewell Annabelle, may your eternal rest put you in Wispen's arms once more.'

Garenth whispers 'scuse me a'moment.'

Garenth's searing light >>> ANNIHILATES <<< a skeleton!

A skeleton is DEAD!!

You drop the ashes of Annabelle.

The ashes of Annabelle disintegrates as it hits the floor.

Garenth nods.

Garenth stops using a wicked phoenix-shaped axe named 'Night Cleaver'.

Garenth holds a candle of blessing in his hands.

Arvam says 'Gy'ah!'

Keniston sighs and returns to the circle.

Dowanhowee blinks.

Proserpina steals a glance at Garenth, and continues.

Arvam says 'Bloody..Stubby! What'en the blazes?!'

Proserpina says 'May both Annabelle and Wispen rest at ease.'

Saldarito smiles happily.

Proserpina says 'Now at last, the souls of Annabelle and Wispen fly freely from their chains, loosed from age and mortal pain. In the sky two new stars shine, and the wheel of life turns once, and once again!'

Garenth whispers 'I can only take so much foulness around me...an ye know it.'

Garenth nudges Arvam.

Arvam says 'Harumph..Wispen ain't dead, he ran a bloody way'

Dowanhowee looks at Garenth intently.

You peer intently at Arvam.

Saldarito stands up.

Proserpina coughs politely.

Garenth seems to be a grumpy bear... he is grumbling at poor Zerahn.

You whisper 'crazy bird'

Arvam snorts again, quieting himself.

Arvam shoots an icy glare in Keniston's direction.

Proserpina says 'Drawing the ashes from this sacred urn, which of you present would speak in memory of Meoilaxenz?'

Keniston hides behind Hirschin, peering out from between his legs.

Alavazrin walks into the center of the circle.

Alavazrin says 'I will.'

Proserpina calms Arvam down.

Garenth whispers 'flamin'shadow tainted walkin' corpse of an orc's mother....'

Arvam snorts softly, returning his attention to the happenings of the Wake.

Proserpina nods at Alavazrin.

Zerahn utters the words, 'rzggzf oarzw'.

Zerahn raises a skeletal warrior from a pile of bones.

Proserpina gives the ashes of Meoilaxenz to Alavazrin.

Garenth growls at Zerahn. Better leave the room before the fighting starts.

You whistle a little tune to yourself.

Ciemar snorts.

Zerahn shakes a bone golem's hand.

Proserpina says 'Make your dedication, young brother.'

Alavazrin coughs slightly.

Proserpina beams a smile at Alavazrin.

Alavazrin smiles in renewed confidence.

Zerahn whispers 'Very nice to meet you skeleton, oh you say you where Maran in your past life.'

Zerahn nods at a bone golem.

Miril after a bit of looking, he walks over to Saldarito and stands behind him.

Shokai uncloaks his presence.

You peer intently at Zerahn.

Ghaelok nods at Shokai.

Zerahn whispers 'Uhm'

Keniston takes a step back.

Alavazrin says 'Well, though my speech may not have the flowering words that Arvam's did nor the very well-put words of Keniston, my words are no less similar.'

A bone golem yells 'Die, Shokai, you sorcerous dog!'

Shokai narrows his eyes and glares in a bone golem's direction.

Shokai raises his hands to the heavens calling forth the light! a bone golem is seared by the light of the heavens!

Shokai's light of heaven >>> ANNIHILATES <<< a bone golem!

A bone golem is DEAD!!

Garenth nods at Shokai.

A skeleton has arrived.

Saldarito falls down laughing.

Dowanhowee curtseys gracefully to Shokai.

Arvam blinks innocently.

Proserpina smiles at Shokai's radiant light and kneels.

Garenth wields a wicked phoenix-shaped axe named 'Night Cleaver'.

Arvam says 'Uhm, well hey there'

Garenth's searing light >>> ANNIHILATES <<< a skeleton!

A skeleton is DEAD!!

Ciemar bows before Shokai.

Alavazrin nods humbly towards the phoenix.

Garenth mutters something quietly to himself.

Zerahn whispers 'Uhm'

Shokai says 'speak the name of the Maran again, mage'

Zerahn sits down quietly.

Shokai says 'and they will hunt you til you are ash'

Garenth nods at Shokai.

Arvam whispers 'Uh, intermission for a sec here folks'

You hum a little tune to yourself.

Shokai says 'respect this holy ceremony'

Shokai says 'or you will regret it'

Zerahn whispers 'They already do I think, and I do respect it.'

Shokai glares at Zerahn.

Proserpina cradles her urn tightly in the crook of her arm and nods discreetly.

Saldarito patiently twiddles his thumbs.

Zerahn nods slowly.

Alavazrin says 'Meoilaxenz was a person who strove hard to accomplish whatever his endeavors were.'

You tell your group 'Careful with the twiddling there, not the time to be appearing bored.'

Dowanhowee nods at Alavazrin.

Proserpina nods for Alavazrin to proceed.

Alavazrin says 'Though often misunderstood, he was, however, a man who would willingly give up his own life to save any of his friends' lives.'

Saldarito tells the group 'Oh aye, would be my luck.'

Alavazrin gazes into seemingly nothingness.

Alavazrin says 'Meoilaxenz was, . . .'

Alavazrin places a hand to his chest.

Alavazrin says 'in my opinion, a silent mentor whose actions proved to be a lesson to me.'

Trasthe has arrived.

Alavazrin says 'It was through others' misunderstandings of his that essentially kicked him out of the tower.'

Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Trasthe.

Trasthe bows before Proserpina.

Proserpina beams a smile at Trasthe.

Alavazrin clenches his fist and bobs it up and down.

Garenth nods grudgingly at Trasthe.

Trasthe gently holds the candle in his hands, conjuring a flame to light it.

Alavazrin says 'It was only through hard work and dedication which enabled him to once again walk the halls of the tower.'

Alavazrin says 'Meoilaxenz's ambition, intelligence, and kindness towards me help propell me to a lot of things I strive for today.'

Alavazrin slowly, and sadly, pours the ashes out.

Proserpina nods respectfully.

Alavazrin looks up slightly.

Proserpina says 'Now at last, the soul of Meoilaxenz flies freely from his chains, loosed from age and mortal pain. In the sky a new star shines, and the wheel of life turns once again!'

Alavazrin drops the ashes of Meoilaxenz.

The ashes of Meoilaxenz disintegrates as it hits the floor.

Proserpina beams a smile at Alavazrin.

Alavazrin smiles happily.

Alavazrin sits down on the ground.

Trasthe nods in approval.

Proserpina says 'Before we make the last of our dedications today, I shall invite my brother of many years to say his own...'

Proserpina nods at Saldarito.

Keniston scurries up onto Hirschin's shoulders for a better view.

Saldarito smiles happily.

Shokai folds his wings behind his cloak, and rests lightly on his spear.

Saldarito says 'Aye, here are but a few words.'

Arvam says 'He's your brother?'

Arvam says 'Well huh...he's too short I woulda thought'

Arvam shrugs to himself. What a strange person.

Keniston yanks on Hirschin's ears and the ogier walks over to Arvam.

You bonk Arvam on the head for being such a moron.

Saldarito says 'So I may move on, to start over and grow again.'

Proserpina says 'Yes, a brother of the Circle, as we regard all within the Circle as family.'

Zerahn hides far back in the crowd.

Trasthe says 'Have you a problem with those shorter than you, Arvam?'

Trasthe raises an eyebrow at Arvam's weird actions.

Proserpina hands Saldarito a handful of ashes from the withered flowers of late autumn.

Arvam releases a half-yelp before quieting himself, shooting another glare over towards Keniston.

Saldarito beams a smile at Proserpina.

The moon changes and begins a waning phase.

Proserpina nods at Saldarito.

Saldarito crys out saying 'For the first time, I'm letting my self go'

Saldarito crys out saying 'I'am losing past fears and falling deep into another'

Proserpina pokes the Ogier gently in the arm and nods at Arvam.

Saldarito crys out saying 'I'am still careful of what I say and do'

Miril scratches his head, thinking and looking around at the oddities known as people and sighs to himself.

Saldarito crys out saying 'Not wanting my fire of love to smother'

Saldarito musics 'For the first time, I'm letting loose and letting the real me shine'

Saldarito musics 'I'm loseing my fear, letting her see me as I am, not who I pretend to be'

Saldarito musics 'I do this all in fear, scared that now she won't be mine'

Saldarito musics 'Because now it has seen what few have, what I've been scared to show'

Shokai leans over and lights a candle of blessing for Arvam, with a bright silvery light.

Saldarito whispers 'For the first time, I'am letting my emotions soar high'

Saldarito whispers 'I'm smiling and laughing, twirling around thorwing my petals of love in front of her eyes'

Arvam gallantly tips his hat to Shokai.

A wry little smile crosses Dowanhowee's face.

Saldarito smiles and says 'For the first time in a long time, I'am finding myself smile'

Saldarito smiles and says 'I want to be in her arms, I love when she and I are together'

Saldarito smiles and says 'I'am admitting to my self how much she means to me, no more denial'

Saldarito smiles and says 'Things have never seemed this happy and exciting, ever;;'

Saldarito whimpers 'So I hold a tight grip on our love, not wanting it to slip away'

Saldarito whimpers 'And I hold her hand tight, and just wish that everything is okey'

Saldarito drops a handful of ashes from the withered flowers of late autumn.

Proserpina beams a smile at Saldarito.

Saldarito steps out of the circle.

Saldarito sniffs sadly.

Dowanhowee sighs and looks down into the fountain, seeming lost in memories.

Alavazrin pats his brother on the back.

Proserpina says 'Thank you, brother, for your heartfelt dedication.'

You smile at him.

Arvam shakes the lizard doll threateningly in Hirschins direction, as if trying to hex it somehow, then puts it within the folds of his cloak.

Arvam holds a candle of blessing in his hands.

Proserpina looks into her urn, a touch wistfully.

Miril places a hand on Saldarito's shoulder for comfort.

You snort.

You whisper 'You take that back bird!'

Saldarito beams a smile at Miril.

You glare icily at him.

Proserpina says 'And the last of these ashes... I have saved for the last dedication on purpose.'

Arvam simply snorts in response, then crosses his arms, facing away from Keniston and his ogier.

Keniston calms himself.

Proserpina says 'They belong to my sister, dear to me as my very own family.'

Arvam whispers 'Hey, good idea...er, ya think she'd mind?'

Proserpina says 'Please speak in her name, if you have known her, as I shall myself as well.'

Alavazrin stands up slowly.

Alavazrin stands up.

Arvam whispers 'Righo...er..wait...'

Proserpina holds the ashes of Nicolette before her and the wind seems to stir the dust to life.

Arvam steps as if he's about to leave for a moment, then stops as if realizing something.

Proserpina says 'Would anyone, anyone present, like to speak for Nicolette the Spirit Guardian?'

Arvam whispers 'Was that a yes? She would mind?'

Dowanhowee blinks innocently at Arvam.

Arvam says 'Huh? Who?'

Alavazrin says 'I would.'

Arvam looks up as if he just caught what was being said.

Proserpina says 'Who would mind, my apologies?'

Arvam coughs quietly.

Proserpina rubs her lashes calmly.

Arvam says 'Uhm....I was, er..nothing, er, who's next? Who're we rememberin?'

Proserpina says 'Nicolette.'

Arvam stares at an empty spot on top of a nearby gravestone for a moment.

Proserpina watches Arvam intently.

Miril ponders strangling Arvam to sleep.

You peer intently at Arvam.

You nod at Miril.

Trasthe taps his cheek, obviously deep in thought.

Dowanhowee whispers 'I only knew her briefly, myself.'

Arvam says 'Yeah war...er, whoa, wait, oh yeah...I do have somethin to say 'bout her first..'

Garenth says 'I'll speak fer tha'lass.'

Arvam whispers 'Hey, I promise though, wine'en warg steaks'

Proserpina gives the ashes of Nicolette to Arvam.

Shokai nods at Garenth.

Arvam blinks innocently.

Arvam says 'Ole Nico, she was...well'

Arvam says 'Asty's polar opposite I say...aside for the whole nice thing'

Arvam says 'Dedicated, stealy eyed, stern...all'a that stuff'

Arvam chuckles softly.

Arvam says 'There were a few attempts at humor...and, well..the attempts were the more funny part'

Proserpina takes a deep breath, and nods.

Arvam says 'But..good people I say'

Arvam says 'Good people'

Garenth says 'If'n ever there was a blade I'd want at ma'side. She'd be one o'tha'first I'd name.'

Arvam says 'We sure had some adventures I say'

Shokai whispers 'a fine member of her guild.'

Arvam says 'I mean...between her'en you'en..'

Arvam nods at Proserpina.

Proserpina nods respectfully.

Garenth says 'Loyal to tha'end o'tha'battle. Even if we were takin' most o'tha'beatin'.'

Saldarito giggles.

Arvam says ''en Zas...us three, we tracked down all'a that crazy magic stuff goin on'

Arvam says 'Anyways...gonna miss the big ole girl'

Alavazrin sits down on the ground.

Arvam says 'She got things done, and hell if I'd ever see her relaxin'en an armchair'

Arvam gives the ashes of Nicolette to Garenth.

Saldarito says 'I wish I got to know her, any sister of the Cricle is someone everyone should have a chance to meet.'

Proserpina nods at Saldarito.

Alavazrin nods at Saldarito.

Garenth looks thoughtfully at the urn.

Proserpina nods at Garenth.

Garenth nods before passing them onto Proserpina.

Arvam scratches his forehead.

Garenth gives the ashes of Nicolette to Proserpina.

Arvam whispers 'Oh, was that in that crazy place after I pet the cat?'

You peer intently at Arvam.

Arvam blinks suddenly, glancing briefly at everyone around him.

Proserpina sighs and nods at the congregation.

Keniston mutters something about Arvam drinking too much lizardroot tea.

Proserpina says 'She lived a beautiful life, active and rich in faith. Many admired her, friend and foe alike, for her tenacity, her nerve, and her spirit '

Proserpina says '. . .which never crumbled under any sort of pressure, the steadfastness many paladins could only hope to emulate. '

Arvam whispers 'Man do...oh, and the fella with the hammer, yeah...lotsa fire too'

Proserpina nods with conviction.

Shokai raises an eyebrow at Arvam's weird actions.

Proserpina says 'I remember her voice, tender like the most refined love, yet firm and fearless. So could those qualities be found within her soul. '

Proserpina says 'Fellow troupers often remarked that she seldom laughed, mistaking that to be the lack of a sense of humour, but that was not so. '

Arvam glances up again.

Arvam blinks innocently at Shokai.

Proserpina shakes her head for emphasis.

Proserpina says 'I had once showed her a picture of Graddar, who had by then departed us. '

Proserpina says 'She did laugh - in truth, she fell off of her barstool doing so. '

Dowanhowee smiles a little at the memory of Graddar.

Proserpina chuckles wanly as the memories come rushing back to her.

Ciemar chuckles politely.

Proserpina says 'Before she left us, I held her hand in mine, marked with the ankh of life like my own, and in the absence of words...'

Proserpina says 'the lingering warmth of her hand coursed into mine, mingling, and I knew then that she held the Circle in her heart. Spare of words, but her heart was, always, devoted entirely to the Circle.'

Proserpina smiles to herself for a moment as she meditates on her own words.

proserpina smiles to herself for a moment as she meditates on her own words.

Proserpina says 'Thank you, my sister, for leaving us the wonderful legacy of your courageous life, which we shall keep alive in our hearts.'

The ashes of Nicolette disintegrates as it hits the floor.

Saldarito smiles happily.

Arvam says 'Hey, catch ya later ole girl'

Arvam waves happily.

Proserpina says 'Now at last, the soul of Nicolette flies freely from her chains, loosed from age and mortal pain. In the sky a new star shines, and the wheel of life turns once again!'

Dowanhowee beams a smile at Arvam.

Proserpina watches as the wind stirs the ashes to life, before they melt into emptiness.

Saldarito clears a tear from his eye.

You smile happily.

Proserpina says 'And for the very last of our dedications...'

Proserpina nods at Garenth.

Garenth whispers 'I've got me own ta'be offerin' respects ta'.'

Garenth nods.

Garenth seems to stand taller gripping his axe and shield.

Shokai nods at Garenth.

Proserpina says 'I believe Garenth here has a few words to speak for one named Talbot.'

Proserpina gives Garenth a handful of ashes from the withered flowers of late autumn.

Saldarito whispers 'Talbot'

Garenth says 'When tha'Tarabal charged tha'gates o'tha Inferno...'

Saldarito sits down and thinks deeply.

Proserpina blushes mildly.

Proserpina says 'Yes, Tarabal.'

Garenth says 'They were successful in their duties...as a'true Maran always be.'

Dowanhowee listens closely to the tale, recognizing it.

Garenth says 'Never givin' an inch o'ground.'

Saldarito tells the group 'Hey well wait till your 458 years old.'

A mourner gets a shield of pure silver light.

A mourner drops a shield of pure silver light.

A mourner leaves west.

Garenth says 'They retrieved tha'hammer o'Thror as they were charged ta'do.'

Shokai stares off into the distance.

Garenth says 'There were a'few though who stayed ta'make sure tha'hammer escaped tha'depths.'

Garenth says 'Unlike tha'other folk we be rememberin' this day...'

Ciemar sits down and thinks deeply.

Garenth says 'They was already spirits...an they was destroyed stayin' off tha'minions o'tha'depths.'

Alavazrin sits up a little bit straighter.

Dowanhowee sighs.

Garenth says 'There be na'greater sacrifice...an none more noble in tha'name o'duty to tha'Light.'

Bright silver light flashes briefly in Shokai's golden eyes.

Ciemar looks awestruck.

Garenth grumbles at the earth.

Keniston whispers into Hirschin's ears and the ogier immediately takes a giant step back.

Garenth says 'If'n any o'ye ever doubt tha'dedication o'tha'Light...remember those Maran Tarabal.'

Garenth bangs his axe against his shield.

A loud single note rings off the shield as Garenth strikes it, a lone, morunful note, to honor the fallen.

Keniston glances warily at Shokai then gathers his cloaks around him more thoroughly.

Proserpina watches as the rain moistens the ashes on the earth.

Garenth steps back lightly humming a battle dirge.

Arvam snaps to attention at the sound of the axe on metal.

Ciemar pulls his cloak about him.

Proserpina chuckles politely at Arvam's quip.

Alavazrin pulls his cloak tighter around him to ward off any reaindrops.

Proserpina nods respectfully.

Proserpina says 'Now at last, the soul of Tarabal flies freely from his chains, loosed from age and mortal pain. In the sky a new star shines, and the wheel of life turns once again!'

Saldarito smiles happily.

Keniston strokes his mustache pensively.

Proserpina turns her moonstone urn and empties the remnants of the ashes in a circle on the ground beneath her feet.

Arvam blinks innocently.

Arvam says 'Uh, who're all'a them?'

Alavazrin sits down on the ground.

Proserpina says 'Yes.. that brings us to the end of the ceremony.'

Proserpina sounds a musical note on her silver sistrum, bringing the ceremony to an end.

Proserpina says 'Thera's burdens grow lighter as the urn empties. Let us now conclude this ceremony by celebrating the renewal of life, for them in death and us in life, with words simple, words of power.'

You say 'That there looks like Rituraaj...see it's all blackened and gooey'

Proserpina lowers her eyes as a prayer issues from her lips.

You say 'Oh wait, that's the rain mixing with the pile'

Proserpina says 'In the sky the bright Moon shines - '

Proserpina says 'Bathing us in loving light. '

Arvam snickers with you about your shared secret.

Proserpina says 'Once again, She leads the stars '

Proserpina says 'Moving moon-gilt, through the night.'

Proserpina says 'Weaving, dancing, steps entrancing, '

Proserpina says 'Merry meet and merry part: '

Dowanhowee looks up at the waning moon with a small smile.

Proserpina says 'As the Wind lifts incense curling skyward, '

Proserpina says 'Balming every mortal's heart.'

Eyes filled with blazing light, Shokai soars off to battle, his wings trailing fire.

Proserpina opens her eyes again and smiles radiantly at the congregation.

Arvam says 'Yep, that'

Arvam says 'What she said'

Arvam nods at Proserpina.

Saldarito beams a smile at Proserpina.

Ciemar smiles happily.

The archon returns to the Heavens.

Proserpina says 'Thank you all for your beautiful, heartfelt dedications, and to Lord Shokai for gracing our ceremony.'

Proserpina says 'I have made a gift for each of you present with my own hands.'

Dowanhowee says 'Thank you for the opportunity to speak, Lady Proserpina.'

Ghaelok whispers a word and snuffs the candle.

Alavazrin beams a smile at Proserpina.

Garenth says 'Aye, it's about time tha'Tarabal were able ta'be givin' proper respects.'

Garenth nods at Proserpina.

Ciemar blows out the candle.

Dowanhowee nods at Garenth.

Saldarito says 'Proserpina, now I know what I was missing when I went into hibernation.'

Saldarito hugs Proserpina.

Arvam sneezes unexpectedly, blowing his candle out in the process.

Proserpina says 'On partaking the cake, please remember the blessings that nature has given us. Looking carefully into the cake, you may see the sun, the clouds, the water, the earth, all of the universe.'

Proserpina chuckles softly, and nods sincerely.

Proserpina coughs loudly.

Ghaelok whispers 'You'll forgive me but someone awaits me.'

Arvam twirls his blades about, somewhat playfully, then sheathes them.

Ghaelok bows deeply to all.

Proserpina lays the cakes carefully by the fountain.

Saldarito smiles happily.

Proserpina says 'Please. Help yourselves.'

Saldarito says 'Put a berry on them, they are delish!'

Saldarito gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar.

Saldarito eats a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar.

Ciemar picks up a large piece.

Saldarito licks his mouth and smiles.

Ciemar gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar.

Dowanhowee gets a serving of moon cake decorated with fresh berries.

You get a serving of moon cake decorated with fresh berries.

Alavazrin gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar.

Arvam gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar.

Saldarito gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar.

Alavazrin wiggles his fingers in delight.

Arvam taps his cheek, obviously deep in thought.

Trasthe gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar.

Dowanhowee smiles and looks down at the cake.

Dowanhowee eats a serving of moon cake decorated with fresh berries.

Arvam says 'Uhm...'

Arvam sniffs the cake.

You eat a serving of moon cake decorated with fresh berries.

You are full.

Arvam says 'Smells good'

Ciemar takes a big bite, cheeks puffed out with food.

Arvam says 'Whats in it?'

Saldarito places the berry on the cake taking a bite.

Saldarito says 'Berries!'

Trasthe eats a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar.

Proserpina beams a bright, radiant smile at everyone.

Ciemar says 'Ummph...good.'

Trasthe says 'Oatmeal.'

Keniston grabs a cake for Hirschin.

You get a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar.

Proserpina says 'There is bread, and fruit filling within.'

Dowanhowee beams a smile at Proserpina.

Alavazrin takes a bite of the cake while savoring every ounce.

Trasthe says 'I n-n-never did like oatmeal, r-r-really.'

Proserpina nods at Arvam.

Alavazrin says 'Yum.'

Alavazrin licks his lips.

Miril gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar.

Dowanhowee leaves with a thoughtful expression.

Trasthe beams a smile at Proserpina.

Keniston hands the cake to Hirschin who swallows it swiftly, the lump plainly visible as the whole thing moves down his throat.

Saldarito smiles happily.

Ciemar says 'Well spoken all, I bid you farewell.'

Ciemar waves happily.

Arvam says 'Uhm..hey, ya know'

Garenth leans on his shield looking blankly at the horizon.

Arvam says 'We outta head to the Inn...have a lil party, lighten the mood I say'

Arvam says 'I mean...yeesh'

Proserpina says 'I wish all of you the best, and now I shall have to take my leave momentarily.'

Saldarito waves goodbye to Proserpina.

You wave goodbye to Proserpina.

Saldarito smiles happily.

Arvam says 'Besides...I've been cravin warg steak for the past...er...hour'er so'

Proserpina waves.

Proserpina disappears.

Miril bows deeply.

You say 'I'm afraid I'll have to away as well, unfortunately.'

Saldarito sniffs sadly.

Arvam says 'Hrmph'

Saldarito waves goodbye to you. Have a good journey.

You tip your hat gallantly.

Arvam says 'Well, I'm goin, follow me if ya like'

Alavazrin beams a smile at Trasthe.

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Comments:	> Proserpina says 'The Circle which encloses us now is symbolic of the vicissitudes of mortal life, fluctuating with the seasons, from the very moment of birth, to the last breath of death.' > > Proserpina nods with lowered eyes. > > Proserpina says 'The children of the Goddess, of the Inner Circle, as every mortal, are drawn from the womb by their individual destinies, the threads meeting during their brief lifetimes ' > > Proserpina says 'before finally succumbing to the embrace of the Crone at the end of their journeys amongst us...' > > Proserpina says 'And yet, this is the very same Circle of Life, the ultimate, everlasting reality witnessing and underlying these manifold changes.' > > Proserpina says 'It is to the eternal Circle that we centre our minds now, to offer a prayer to the Goddess of Death in commencement of the ceremony, with words simple, words of power.' > > Proserpina sounds a musical note on her silver sistrum again, formally commencing the ceremony. > > Proserpina says 'O Mother of our mothers,' > > Proserpina says 'All foremothers strong.' > > Dowanhowee lowers her head, looking thoughtful. > > Proserpina says 'Holding on to life's tethers,' > > Proserpina says 'Wizened Crone of ages old,' > > Proserpina says 'Sending Raven's croaking flight' > > Proserpina says 'Hurtling through the mid of night.' > > Proserpina says 'Soaring toward light's release' > > Proserpina says 'Winter leaving souls at ease.' > > Arvam taps his foot absently to the tone. > > Dowanhowee blushes. > > Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Arvam. > > Proserpina gives you a candle of blessing. > > Dowanhowee drops mace of despair. > > <Proserpina beams a smile at Dowanhowee. > > A wry little smile crosses Dowanhowee's face. > > Saldarito smirks. > > You raise your eyebrow at Dowanhowee. > > Arvam snickers softly. > > Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Garenth. > > Saldarito snickers softly. > > Arvam gives Dowanhowee a crooked smile. > > Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Alavazrin. > > Saldarito holds a candle of blessing in his hands. > > Alavazrin holds a candle of blessing in his hands. > > Proserpina says 'Let us each light a candle in respect for the lives that have passed on before we begin on the first dedication.' > > Proserpina nods at the congregation within the sacred circle. > > Saldarito cups his hand over the flame so it does not blow out. > > Proserpina holds a candle of blessing in her hands. > > Alavazrin repositions himself on the ground. > > Arvam says 'Oh, right, candle..' > > Dowanhowee holds her candle up, the flame strong and untouched by wind or rain. > > Arvam fumbles about in his cloak for a moment. > > Dowanhowee gives Arvam a crooked smile. > > Arvam holds a candle of blessing in his hands. > > Garenth leans his axe against his shield and pulls out a candle lighting it off of his shield. > > Proserpina holds her flame up to her eye, and gazes into its hypnotic light. > > Saldarito lies on the floor resting his short stubby legs. > > Alavazrin quickly pushes aside his bees before their curiosity draws them near the flame. > > You whisper 'Can Hirschin get a candle?' > > Proserpina smiles at you. > > Proserpina says 'How could I possibly forget.' > > You smile happily. > > Proserpina shakes her head apologetically. > > Dowanhowee whispers 'He sure is too big to forget.' > > Dowanhowee winks suggestively at Hirschin. > > Proserpina chuckles at Dowanhowee's joke. > > Saldarito says 'Better get him a extra large candle.' > > You nod at Proserpina. > > Proserpina nods at Saldarito. > > Saldarito smiles at you. > > You smile happily. > > Proserpina rummages from the pile of candles and picks a large white one. > > Proserpina smiles at you. > > Arvam sneezes. > > Proserpina gives you a candle of blessing. > > Arvam says 'S'cuse me' > > Saldarito pats Arvam on his head. > > Keniston lights the candle with a flick of his finger and hands it down to Hirschin, who holds it gingerly in between two monstrous fingers. > > Proserpina whispers something inaudible into Hirschin's ear, and nods discreetly. > > You whisper 'Careful big guy' > > Arvam rubs his nose within the folds of his cloak. > > Garenth kicks the foul mace with a boot. > > Alavazrin sits down on the ground. > > Arvam ducks defensively. > > Saldarito steps back from putting a berry under Hirschin's foot again. > > A death knell peals throughout the Galadon graveyard...growing louder until heard across the whole land. > > Arvam says 'Hey now stubby, careful there' > > Garenth whispers 'Someone ought pick up their nasty toy a'fore I get's upset.' > > Proserpina closes her eyes, meditating on the reverberations of the bell. > > Arvam says 'Oh, simmer down now there fella' > > Arvam nudges Garenth. > > Keniston whistles innocently and tucks his dagger into the folds of his cloak. > > Dowanhowee whispers 'It is more symbolic than anything.' > > Garenth grumbles and growls. You wonder what's wrong.... > > Proserpina opens her eyes and beams a glowing smile. > > Proserpina says 'The time is now, let us begin.' > > Vestax gets a slender mithril blade. > > Proserpina sounds a musical note on her silver sistrum, commencing the ceremony. > > Vestax wields a slender mithril blade. > > Arvam says 'Hey now, leave the stuff on the ground, ya here?' > > Arvam snorts derisively at Vestax. > > You mutter something to Vestax. > > Vestax drops a slender mithril blade. > > Alavazrin beams a smile at a lion. > > Saldarito beams a smile at a lion. > > Saldarito says 'Yer late!' > > Proserpina says 'Drawing the ashes from this sacred urn, which of you present would speak in memory of Astillian?' > > A lion whimpers at everyone, as they try to puzzle out what it wants. > > You grin evilly at him. > > Dowanhowee sighs a little. > > Arvam says 'Huh? Oh, I'll speak 'bout ole Lazy..but, uhm, I'll wait for the others first' > > Proserpina looks intently at Dowanhowee. > > Dowanhowee says 'I would speak briefly in memory of Astillian' > > Keniston gently nudges Dowanhowee towards the center of the circle. > > Proserpina says 'The lady shall make her dedication first then.' > > Proserpina gives the ashes of Astillian to Dowanhowee. > > Dowanhowee steps forward and holds the ashes in front of her. > > Dowanhowee says 'Astillian taught me many things, but most of all he taught me to live life to its fullest.' > > Keniston lowers his gaze. > > Lhydia plops down on the ground. > > Dowanhowee says 'To enjoy every bit of it.' > > A wry little smile crosses Dowanhowee's face. > > Dowanhowee says 'And to share my enjoyment with others. I have sought to do what he has taught.' > > Dowanhowee looks down and smiles. > > Dowanhowee says 'I might be a bard, but there are truly too many words to say of Astillian, and so I will stop here.' > > Keniston strokes his mustache pensively. > > Dowanhowee looks around to see if any others wish to speak in Astillian's memory. > > Arvam says 'Oh, I got some bloody words alright' > > Arvam rolls up his sleeves. > > Dowanhowee gives Arvam a crooked smile. > > Dowanhowee gives the ashes of Astillian to Arvam. > > Arvam gets the Frying Pan of Purity from a dark white cloak with a root shaped clasp. > > Proserpina watches Arvam from her side of the circle. > > Arvam wields the Frying Pan of Purity. > > Arvam sprinkles Astillian's ashes into the pan. > > Arvam says 'Asty' > > Arvam snorts. > > Saldarito takes out two eggs from his cloak. > > Saldarito giggles. > > Arvam says 'You were the lazies son of'a red headed step jackal I ever bloody knew' > > You give Saldarito a crooked smile. > > Arvam says 'Laziest, laziest' > > Dowanhowee holds a hand to her mouth to stifle a laugh. > > Proserpina smiles vaguely at Arvam. > > Arvam clears his throat politely, narrowing his eyes. > > Garenth gives Arvam a crooked smile. > > Arvam says 'Now ya just had to go'en do the bloody laziest act of laziness a fella can do' > > Keniston forcibly stifles a laugh and then clears his throat. > > Arvam says 'There's a reason it's called the Eternal rest ya fool' > > Arvam yells 'Ya hear that Asty?!' > > Lhydia holds some wildflowers in her hands. > > Dowanhowee snickers softly. > > Arvam yells 'Your still...bloody...lazy!' > > Ghaelok says 'You are.' > > Arvam snorts again, though sounding oddly more like a sniff this time. > > Ghaelok nods at Arvam. > > Dowanhowee whispers 'But he did enjoy being lazy!' > > Arvam says 'Ya never made my practice sessions or anythin, but well...' > > Arvam sighs. > > Garenth seems to be a grumpy bear... he is grumbling at poor Vestax. > > Arvam says 'Ya hired me, and we..well, we squabbled...a lot' > > Arvam says 'And...it was fun' > > Arvam says 'Ain't sure I ever told ya, but...well' > > Arvam says 'You bein lazy...that was all'a the fun' > > Arvam says 'I mean....if you were studious and any'a that' > > You peer intently at Arvam. > > Arvam says 'Well hey, that...uh, wouldn't make any sense, thats it' > > Arvam nods wisely. > > Keniston snorts softly. > > Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Ciemar. > > Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Lhydia. > > Arvam says 'Uhm, anyways...gonna miss ya, and...most folks remember ya by your shoes' > > Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Ghaelok. > > Saldarito sniffs sadly. > > Arvam says 'I remember that bloody armchair you lugged around in a bracelet of all things' > > Ghaelok nods at Proserpina. > > Alavazrin purses his lips and widens his eyes at the emotions sweeping over him. > > Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Vestax. > > Dowanhowee nods with a smile. > > Ghaelok holds a candle of blessing in his hands. > > Arvam says 'Shoes? Ha! Armchair...that was what represented ya lazy!' > > Arvam hangs his head, peering into the ashes in his pan. > > Arvam says 'Er..anyone else? Or should I send these ashes to where they outta be?' > > Proserpina nods at Arvam. > > Proserpina says 'Do.' > > Saldarito nods. > > Dowanhowee whispers 'Part of an omelette?' > > Arvam says 'Righto then....' > > Proserpina watches Arvam expectantly. > > Alavazrin stares in perplexity at Dowanhowee. > > Arvam turns his pan to the side, then swings it in a broad arc near the ground. > > Arvam drops the ashes of Astillian. > > The ashes of Astillian disintegrates as it hits the floor. > > Keniston sighs and watches the ashes trickle between Arvam's fingers. > > Proserpina nods. > > A skeleton has arrived. > > Saldarito sniffs sadly. > > Arvam yells 'Aw, poopy' > > Dowanhowee smiles wistfully. > > You snicker softly. > > Proserpina says 'Fare you well, Jinglefoot.' > > Saldarito says 'Its Astys skeleton.' > > Proserpina says 'Now at last, the soul of Astillian flies freely from his chains, loosed from age and mortal pain. In the sky a new star shines, and the wheel of life turns once again!' > > Ciemar nods. > > Saldarito gasps in astonishment. > > You whisper 'Not lazy enough, it actually walked here.' > > Arvam says 'Fly? Try sleep' > > Saldarito bonks himself and grimaces in pain. > > Arvam nods at you in agreement. > > Dowanhowee looks up into the moonlit sky with a smile. > > Proserpina says 'For those of you who have arrived late, we light the candles in respect for the lives that have passed on, and I have handed one to each of you.' > > You grin evilly. > > Ciemar holds a candle of blessing in his hands. > > Garenth drops a shield of pure silver light. > > Alavazrin looks around the small circle only finally realizing the newcomers. > > Lhydia giggles. > > Garenth grabs the shield setting it up to be displayed. > > Vestax gets a hand of cards from a Big Ol'Pack Sack. > > Vestax holds a hand of cards in his hands. > > A mourner gets a shield of pure silver light. > > You snicker softly. > > Garenth mutters something quietly to himself. > > Garenth requests a shield of pure silver light from a mourner. > > Vestax sits in the corner playing solitaire. > > You whisper 'Greedy...probably doubles as a graverobber' > > Ciemar chuckles politely. > > Arvam says 'Uhm..so...who's next, huh?' > > Dowanhowee shakes her head in dismay. > > Arvam whispers 'I bet she's lost in thought again' > > Arvam whispers 'She does that a lot' > > Arvam whispers 'Ya know, she's one'a them deep thought types' > > Dowanhowee winces slightly. > > Dowanhowee comforts Proserpina. > > Keniston strokes his mustache pensively. > > Arvam whispers 'See, she was thinking deeply' > > You give Proserpina a crooked smile. > > Proserpina sighs and composes herself quickly. > > Proserpina says 'For those who have arrived lately, I have handed each of you a candle, which we light in respect for the lives that have passed on.' > > Proserpina nods at the visitors at the far end of the circle. > > Garenth whispers 'Now keep yer grubby hands off ma'shield.' > > Garenth drops a shield of pure silver light. > > Arvam whispers 'Speakin of arrivin late' > > Ghaelok lowers his head and smiles slightly. > > Arvam looks around and whistles innocently. > > Garenth props it back up to display it properly. > > Proserpina lowers her eyes respectfully. > > Proserpina says 'Drawing the ashes from this sacred urn, which of you present would speak in memory of Annabelle?' > > Keniston steps forward into the center of the circle. > > Proserpina nods at you in agreement. > > Proserpina gives you the ashes of Annabelle. > > You sigh. > > Saldarito smiles at you. > > Proserpina smiles at Hirschin and watches Keniston intently. > > You say 'Annabelle was a good gnome, one that I regretfully only knew near the end of her long long life.' > > Dowanhowee nods thoughtfully. > > Vestax looks around and whistles innocently. > > Garenth peers intently at Vestax. > > Vestax sits down on the ground. > > You say 'She was a studious type, looking over magic artifacts for days on end, especially when her aged body was too frail to venture forth.' > > Garenth whispers 'Ye want ta'be feelin' tha'edge o'ma axe ye nasty bugger keep antagonizin' me.' > > Vestax winks at Garenth. > > You say 'I...ehm...prepared a poem...now mind you I'm not a poet or a bard.' > > Garenth examines the edge of his axe. > > Vestax cowers in a corner and whimpers softly. > > You say 'I'll also direct your attention to the ogier over there, so if I hear any snickering at my poor attempt I'll give him your name.' > > Dowanhowee nods at you in agreement. > > Proserpina nods at Keniston. > > Keniston peers around the circle and nods to himself. > > You say 'ahem' > > Dowanhowee shivers at the thought of fighting Hirschin. > > You say 'Ages come and pass, lives they come and go' > > You say 'Souls of angels rise above, others sink below' > > Alavazrin folds his hands together and attempts to recline backwards. > > You say 'Friends are hard to come by and this is why I mourn' > > You say 'Were she here, on her head a laurel wreath I would adorn' > > You say 'Annabelle has parted, the world's a sadder place' > > You say 'She did wonders for our knowledge, and glorified her race' > > You say 'So with these words I wish her well while she rests within the clouds' > > A skeleton has arrived. > > You say 'To have known her an honor, to have been her friend makes me proud' > > You attempt to nod at yourself and get dizzy instead. > > Garenth looks at a skeleton and mutters something nasty under his breath. > > A skeleton slaps Garenth. > > Dowanhowee smiles at you. > > Saldarito shows his approval by clapping his hands together. > > Garenth growls. > > Ghaelok nods at you in agreement. > > Garenth wields a wicked phoenix-shaped axe named 'Night Cleaver'. > > Ciemar shows his approval by clapping his hands together. > > You say 'Farewell Annabelle, may your eternal rest put you in Wispen's arms once more.' > > Garenth whispers 'scuse me a'moment.' > > Garenth's searing light >>> ANNIHILATES <<< a skeleton! > > A skeleton is DEAD!! > > You drop the ashes of Annabelle. > > The ashes of Annabelle disintegrates as it hits the floor. > > Garenth nods. > > Garenth stops using a wicked phoenix-shaped axe named 'Night Cleaver'. > > Garenth holds a candle of blessing in his hands. > > Arvam says 'Gy'ah!' > > Keniston sighs and returns to the circle. > > Dowanhowee blinks. > > Proserpina steals a glance at Garenth, and continues. > > Arvam says 'Bloody..Stubby! What'en the blazes?!' > > Proserpina says 'May both Annabelle and Wispen rest at ease.' > > Saldarito smiles happily. > > Proserpina says 'Now at last, the souls of Annabelle and Wispen fly freely from their chains, loosed from age and mortal pain. In the sky two new stars shine, and the wheel of life turns once, and once again!' > > Garenth whispers 'I can only take so much foulness around me...an ye know it.' > > Garenth nudges Arvam. > > Arvam says 'Harumph..Wispen ain't dead, he ran a bloody way' > > Dowanhowee looks at Garenth intently. > > You peer intently at Arvam. > > Saldarito stands up. > > Proserpina coughs politely. > > Garenth seems to be a grumpy bear... he is grumbling at poor Zerahn. > > You whisper 'crazy bird' > > Arvam snorts again, quieting himself. > > Arvam shoots an icy glare in Keniston's direction. > > Proserpina says 'Drawing the ashes from this sacred urn, which of you present would speak in memory of Meoilaxenz?' > > Keniston hides behind Hirschin, peering out from between his legs. > > Alavazrin walks into the center of the circle. > > Alavazrin says 'I will.' > > Proserpina calms Arvam down. > > Garenth whispers 'flamin'shadow tainted walkin' corpse of an orc's mother....' > > Arvam snorts softly, returning his attention to the happenings of the Wake. > > Proserpina nods at Alavazrin. > > Zerahn utters the words, 'rzggzf oarzw'. > > Zerahn raises a skeletal warrior from a pile of bones. > > Proserpina gives the ashes of Meoilaxenz to Alavazrin. > > Garenth growls at Zerahn. Better leave the room before the fighting starts. > > You whistle a little tune to yourself. > > Ciemar snorts. > > Zerahn shakes a bone golem's hand. > > Proserpina says 'Make your dedication, young brother.' > > Alavazrin coughs slightly. > > Proserpina beams a smile at Alavazrin. > > Alavazrin smiles in renewed confidence. > > Zerahn whispers 'Very nice to meet you skeleton, oh you say you where Maran in your past life.' > > Zerahn nods at a bone golem. > > Miril after a bit of looking, he walks over to Saldarito and stands behind him. > > Shokai uncloaks his presence. > > You peer intently at Zerahn. > > Ghaelok nods at Shokai. > > Zerahn whispers 'Uhm' > > Keniston takes a step back. > > Alavazrin says 'Well, though my speech may not have the flowering words that Arvam's did nor the very well-put words of Keniston, my words are no less similar.' > > A bone golem yells 'Die, Shokai, you sorcerous dog!' > > Shokai narrows his eyes and glares in a bone golem's direction. > > Shokai raises his hands to the heavens calling forth the light! a bone golem is seared by the light of the heavens! > > Shokai's light of heaven >>> ANNIHILATES <<< a bone golem! > > A bone golem is DEAD!! > > Garenth nods at Shokai. > > A skeleton has arrived. > > Saldarito falls down laughing. > > Dowanhowee curtseys gracefully to Shokai. > > Arvam blinks innocently. > > Proserpina smiles at Shokai's radiant light and kneels. > > Garenth wields a wicked phoenix-shaped axe named 'Night Cleaver'. > > Arvam says 'Uhm, well hey there' > > Garenth's searing light >>> ANNIHILATES <<< a skeleton! > > A skeleton is DEAD!! > > Ciemar bows before Shokai. > > Alavazrin nods humbly towards the phoenix. > > Garenth mutters something quietly to himself. > > Zerahn whispers 'Uhm' > > Shokai says 'speak the name of the Maran again, mage' > > Zerahn sits down quietly. > > Shokai says 'and they will hunt you til you are ash' > > Garenth nods at Shokai. > > Arvam whispers 'Uh, intermission for a sec here folks' > > You hum a little tune to yourself. > > Shokai says 'respect this holy ceremony' > > Shokai says 'or you will regret it' > > Zerahn whispers 'They already do I think, and I do respect it.' > > Shokai glares at Zerahn. > > Proserpina cradles her urn tightly in the crook of her arm and nods discreetly. > > Saldarito patiently twiddles his thumbs. > > Zerahn nods slowly. > > Alavazrin says 'Meoilaxenz was a person who strove hard to accomplish whatever his endeavors were.' > > You tell your group 'Careful with the twiddling there, not the time to be appearing bored.' > > Dowanhowee nods at Alavazrin. > > Proserpina nods for Alavazrin to proceed. > > Alavazrin says 'Though often misunderstood, he was, however, a man who would willingly give up his own life to save any of his friends' lives.' > > Saldarito tells the group 'Oh aye, would be my luck.' > > Alavazrin gazes into seemingly nothingness. > > Alavazrin says 'Meoilaxenz was, . . .' > > Alavazrin places a hand to his chest. > > Alavazrin says 'in my opinion, a silent mentor whose actions proved to be a lesson to me.' > > Trasthe has arrived. > > Alavazrin says 'It was through others' misunderstandings of his that essentially kicked him out of the tower.' > > Proserpina gives a candle of blessing to Trasthe. > > Trasthe bows before Proserpina. > > Proserpina beams a smile at Trasthe. > > Alavazrin clenches his fist and bobs it up and down. > > Garenth nods grudgingly at Trasthe. > > Trasthe gently holds the candle in his hands, conjuring a flame to light it. > > Alavazrin says 'It was only through hard work and dedication which enabled him to once again walk the halls of the tower.' > > Alavazrin says 'Meoilaxenz's ambition, intelligence, and kindness towards me help propell me to a lot of things I strive for today.' > > Alavazrin slowly, and sadly, pours the ashes out. > > Proserpina nods respectfully. > > Alavazrin looks up slightly. > > Proserpina says 'Now at last, the soul of Meoilaxenz flies freely from his chains, loosed from age and mortal pain. In the sky a new star shines, and the wheel of life turns once again!' > > Alavazrin drops the ashes of Meoilaxenz. > > The ashes of Meoilaxenz disintegrates as it hits the floor. > > Proserpina beams a smile at Alavazrin. > > Alavazrin smiles happily. > > Alavazrin sits down on the ground. > > Trasthe nods in approval. > > Proserpina says 'Before we make the last of our dedications today, I shall invite my brother of many years to say his own...' > > Proserpina nods at Saldarito. > > Keniston scurries up onto Hirschin's shoulders for a better view. > > Saldarito smiles happily. > > Shokai folds his wings behind his cloak, and rests lightly on his spear. > > Saldarito says 'Aye, here are but a few words.' > > Arvam says 'He's your brother?' > > Arvam says 'Well huh...he's too short I woulda thought' > > Arvam shrugs to himself. What a strange person. > > Keniston yanks on Hirschin's ears and the ogier walks over to Arvam. > > You bonk Arvam on the head for being such a moron. > > Saldarito says 'So I may move on, to start over and grow again.' > > Proserpina says 'Yes, a brother of the Circle, as we regard all within the Circle as family.' > > Zerahn hides far back in the crowd. > > Trasthe says 'Have you a problem with those shorter than you, Arvam?' > > Trasthe raises an eyebrow at Arvam's weird actions. > > Proserpina hands Saldarito a handful of ashes from the withered flowers of late autumn. > > Arvam releases a half-yelp before quieting himself, shooting another glare over towards Keniston. > > Saldarito beams a smile at Proserpina. > > The moon changes and begins a waning phase. > > Proserpina nods at Saldarito. > > Saldarito crys out saying 'For the first time, I'm letting my self go' > > Saldarito crys out saying 'I'am losing past fears and falling deep into another' > > Proserpina pokes the Ogier gently in the arm and nods at Arvam. > > Saldarito crys out saying 'I'am still careful of what I say and do' > > Miril scratches his head, thinking and looking around at the oddities known as people and sighs to himself. > > Saldarito crys out saying 'Not wanting my fire of love to smother' > > Saldarito musics 'For the first time, I'm letting loose and letting the real me shine' > > Saldarito musics 'I'm loseing my fear, letting her see me as I am, not who I pretend to be' > > Saldarito musics 'I do this all in fear, scared that now she won't be mine' > > Saldarito musics 'Because now it has seen what few have, what I've been scared to show' > > Shokai leans over and lights a candle of blessing for Arvam, with a bright silvery light. > > Saldarito whispers 'For the first time, I'am letting my emotions soar high' > > Saldarito whispers 'I'm smiling and laughing, twirling around thorwing my petals of love in front of her eyes' > > Arvam gallantly tips his hat to Shokai. > > A wry little smile crosses Dowanhowee's face. > > Saldarito smiles and says 'For the first time in a long time, I'am finding myself smile' > > Saldarito smiles and says 'I want to be in her arms, I love when she and I are together' > > Saldarito smiles and says 'I'am admitting to my self how much she means to me, no more denial' > > Saldarito smiles and says 'Things have never seemed this happy and exciting, ever;;' > > Saldarito whimpers 'So I hold a tight grip on our love, not wanting it to slip away' > > Saldarito whimpers 'And I hold her hand tight, and just wish that everything is okey' > > Saldarito drops a handful of ashes from the withered flowers of late autumn. > > Proserpina beams a smile at Saldarito. > > Saldarito steps out of the circle. > > Saldarito sniffs sadly. > > Dowanhowee sighs and looks down into the fountain, seeming lost in memories. > > Alavazrin pats his brother on the back. > > Proserpina says 'Thank you, brother, for your heartfelt dedication.' > > You smile at him. > > Arvam shakes the lizard doll threateningly in Hirschins direction, as if trying to hex it somehow, then puts it within the folds of his cloak. > > Arvam holds a candle of blessing in his hands. > > Proserpina looks into her urn, a touch wistfully. > > Miril places a hand on Saldarito's shoulder for comfort. > > You snort. > > You whisper 'You take that back bird!' > > Saldarito beams a smile at Miril. > > You glare icily at him. > > Proserpina says 'And the last of these ashes... I have saved for the last dedication on purpose.' > > Arvam simply snorts in response, then crosses his arms, facing away from Keniston and his ogier. > > Keniston calms himself. > > Proserpina says 'They belong to my sister, dear to me as my very own family.' > > Arvam whispers 'Hey, good idea...er, ya think she'd mind?' > > Proserpina says 'Please speak in her name, if you have known her, as I shall myself as well.' > > Alavazrin stands up slowly. > > Alavazrin stands up. > > Arvam whispers 'Righo...er..wait...' > > Proserpina holds the ashes of Nicolette before her and the wind seems to stir the dust to life. > > Arvam steps as if he's about to leave for a moment, then stops as if realizing something. > > Proserpina says 'Would anyone, anyone present, like to speak for Nicolette the Spirit Guardian?' > > Arvam whispers 'Was that a yes? She would mind?' > > Dowanhowee blinks innocently at Arvam. > > Arvam says 'Huh? Who?' > > Alavazrin says 'I would.' > > Arvam looks up as if he just caught what was being said. > > Proserpina says 'Who would mind, my apologies?' > > Arvam coughs quietly. > > Proserpina rubs her lashes calmly. > > Arvam says 'Uhm....I was, er..nothing, er, who's next? Who're we rememberin?' > > Proserpina says 'Nicolette.' > > Arvam stares at an empty spot on top of a nearby gravestone for a moment. > > Proserpina watches Arvam intently. > > Miril ponders strangling Arvam to sleep. > > You peer intently at Arvam. > > You nod at Miril. > > Trasthe taps his cheek, obviously deep in thought. > > Dowanhowee whispers 'I only knew her briefly, myself.' > > Arvam says 'Yeah war...er, whoa, wait, oh yeah...I do have somethin to say 'bout her first..' > > Garenth says 'I'll speak fer tha'lass.' > > Arvam whispers 'Hey, I promise though, wine'en warg steaks' > > Proserpina gives the ashes of Nicolette to Arvam. > > Shokai nods at Garenth. > > Arvam blinks innocently. > > Arvam says 'Ole Nico, she was...well' > > Arvam says 'Asty's polar opposite I say...aside for the whole nice thing' > > Arvam says 'Dedicated, stealy eyed, stern...all'a that stuff' > > Arvam chuckles softly. > > Arvam says 'There were a few attempts at humor...and, well..the attempts were the more funny part' > > Proserpina takes a deep breath, and nods. > > Arvam says 'But..good people I say' > > Arvam says 'Good people' > > Garenth says 'If'n ever there was a blade I'd want at ma'side. She'd be one o'tha'first I'd name.' > > Arvam says 'We sure had some adventures I say' > > Shokai whispers 'a fine member of her guild.' > > Arvam says 'I mean...between her'en you'en..' > > Arvam nods at Proserpina. > > Proserpina nods respectfully. > > Garenth says 'Loyal to tha'end o'tha'battle. Even if we were takin' most o'tha'beatin'.' > > Saldarito giggles. > > Arvam says ''en Zas...us three, we tracked down all'a that crazy magic stuff goin on' > > Arvam says 'Anyways...gonna miss the big ole girl' > > Alavazrin sits down on the ground. > > Arvam says 'She got things done, and hell if I'd ever see her relaxin'en an armchair' > > Arvam gives the ashes of Nicolette to Garenth. > > Saldarito says 'I wish I got to know her, any sister of the Cricle is someone everyone should have a chance to meet.' > > Proserpina nods at Saldarito. > > Alavazrin nods at Saldarito. > > Garenth looks thoughtfully at the urn. > > Proserpina nods at Garenth. > > Garenth nods before passing them onto Proserpina. > > Arvam scratches his forehead. > > Garenth gives the ashes of Nicolette to Proserpina. > > Arvam whispers 'Oh, was that in that crazy place after I pet the cat?' > > You peer intently at Arvam. > > Arvam blinks suddenly, glancing briefly at everyone around him. > > Proserpina sighs and nods at the congregation. > > Keniston mutters something about Arvam drinking too much lizardroot tea. > > Proserpina says 'She lived a beautiful life, active and rich in faith. Many admired her, friend and foe alike, for her tenacity, her nerve, and her spirit ' > > Proserpina says '. . .which never crumbled under any sort of pressure, the steadfastness many paladins could only hope to emulate. ' > > Arvam whispers 'Man do...oh, and the fella with the hammer, yeah...lotsa fire too' > > Proserpina nods with conviction. > > Shokai raises an eyebrow at Arvam's weird actions. > > Proserpina says 'I remember her voice, tender like the most refined love, yet firm and fearless. So could those qualities be found within her soul. ' > > Proserpina says 'Fellow troupers often remarked that she seldom laughed, mistaking that to be the lack of a sense of humour, but that was not so. ' > > Arvam glances up again. > > Arvam blinks innocently at Shokai. > > Proserpina shakes her head for emphasis. > > Proserpina says 'I had once showed her a picture of Graddar, who had by then departed us. ' > > Proserpina says 'She did laugh - in truth, she fell off of her barstool doing so. ' > > Dowanhowee smiles a little at the memory of Graddar. > > Proserpina chuckles wanly as the memories come rushing back to her. > > Ciemar chuckles politely. > > Proserpina says 'Before she left us, I held her hand in mine, marked with the ankh of life like my own, and in the absence of words...' > > Proserpina says 'the lingering warmth of her hand coursed into mine, mingling, and I knew then that she held the Circle in her heart. Spare of words, but her heart was, always, devoted entirely to the Circle.' > > Proserpina smiles to herself for a moment as she meditates on her own words. > > proserpina smiles to herself for a moment as she meditates on her own words. > > Proserpina says 'Thank you, my sister, for leaving us the wonderful legacy of your courageous life, which we shall keep alive in our hearts.' > > The ashes of Nicolette disintegrates as it hits the floor. > > Saldarito smiles happily. > > Arvam says 'Hey, catch ya later ole girl' > > Arvam waves happily. > > Proserpina says 'Now at last, the soul of Nicolette flies freely from her chains, loosed from age and mortal pain. In the sky a new star shines, and the wheel of life turns once again!' > > Dowanhowee beams a smile at Arvam. > > Proserpina watches as the wind stirs the ashes to life, before they melt into emptiness. > > Saldarito clears a tear from his eye. > > You smile happily. > > Proserpina says 'And for the very last of our dedications...' > > Proserpina nods at Garenth. > > Garenth whispers 'I've got me own ta'be offerin' respects ta'.' > > Garenth nods. > > Garenth seems to stand taller gripping his axe and shield. > > Shokai nods at Garenth. > > Proserpina says 'I believe Garenth here has a few words to speak for one named Talbot.' > > Proserpina gives Garenth a handful of ashes from the withered flowers of late autumn. > > Saldarito whispers 'Talbot' > > Garenth says 'When tha'Tarabal charged tha'gates o'tha Inferno...' > > Saldarito sits down and thinks deeply. > > Proserpina blushes mildly. > > Proserpina says 'Yes, Tarabal.' > > Garenth says 'They were successful in their duties...as a'true Maran always be.' > > Dowanhowee listens closely to the tale, recognizing it. > > Garenth says 'Never givin' an inch o'ground.' > > Saldarito tells the group 'Hey well wait till your 458 years old.' > > A mourner gets a shield of pure silver light. > > A mourner drops a shield of pure silver light. > > A mourner leaves west. > > Garenth says 'They retrieved tha'hammer o'Thror as they were charged ta'do.' > > Shokai stares off into the distance. > > Garenth says 'There were a'few though who stayed ta'make sure tha'hammer escaped tha'depths.' > > Garenth says 'Unlike tha'other folk we be rememberin' this day...' > > Ciemar sits down and thinks deeply. > > Garenth says 'They was already spirits...an they was destroyed stayin' off tha'minions o'tha'depths.' > > Alavazrin sits up a little bit straighter. > > Dowanhowee sighs. > > Garenth says 'There be na'greater sacrifice...an none more noble in tha'name o'duty to tha'Light.' > > Bright silver light flashes briefly in Shokai's golden eyes. > > Ciemar looks awestruck. > > Garenth grumbles at the earth. > > Keniston whispers into Hirschin's ears and the ogier immediately takes a giant step back. > > Garenth says 'If'n any o'ye ever doubt tha'dedication o'tha'Light...remember those Maran Tarabal.' > > Garenth bangs his axe against his shield. > > A loud single note rings off the shield as Garenth strikes it, a lone, morunful note, to honor the fallen. > > Keniston glances warily at Shokai then gathers his cloaks around him more thoroughly. > > Proserpina watches as the rain moistens the ashes on the earth. > > Garenth steps back lightly humming a battle dirge. > > Arvam snaps to attention at the sound of the axe on metal. > > Ciemar pulls his cloak about him. > > Proserpina chuckles politely at Arvam's quip. > > Alavazrin pulls his cloak tighter around him to ward off any reaindrops. > > Proserpina nods respectfully. > > Proserpina says 'Now at last, the soul of Tarabal flies freely from his chains, loosed from age and mortal pain. In the sky a new star shines, and the wheel of life turns once again!' > > Saldarito smiles happily. > > Keniston strokes his mustache pensively. > > Proserpina turns her moonstone urn and empties the remnants of the ashes in a circle on the ground beneath her feet. > > Arvam blinks innocently. > > Arvam says 'Uh, who're all'a them?' > > Alavazrin sits down on the ground. > > Proserpina says 'Yes.. that brings us to the end of the ceremony.' > > Proserpina sounds a musical note on her silver sistrum, bringing the ceremony to an end. > > Proserpina says 'Thera's burdens grow lighter as the urn empties. Let us now conclude this ceremony by celebrating the renewal of life, for them in death and us in life, with words simple, words of power.' > > You say 'That there looks like Rituraaj...see it's all blackened and gooey' > > Proserpina lowers her eyes as a prayer issues from her lips. > > You say 'Oh wait, that's the rain mixing with the pile' > > Proserpina says 'In the sky the bright Moon shines - ' > > Proserpina says 'Bathing us in loving light. ' > > Arvam snickers with you about your shared secret. > > Proserpina says 'Once again, She leads the stars ' > > Proserpina says 'Moving moon-gilt, through the night.' > > Proserpina says 'Weaving, dancing, steps entrancing, ' > > Proserpina says 'Merry meet and merry part: ' > > Dowanhowee looks up at the waning moon with a small smile. > > Proserpina says 'As the Wind lifts incense curling skyward, ' > > Proserpina says 'Balming every mortal's heart.' > > Eyes filled with blazing light, Shokai soars off to battle, his wings trailing fire. > > Proserpina opens her eyes again and smiles radiantly at the congregation. > > Arvam says 'Yep, that' > > Arvam says 'What she said' > > Arvam nods at Proserpina. > > Saldarito beams a smile at Proserpina. > > Ciemar smiles happily. > > The archon returns to the Heavens. > > Proserpina says 'Thank you all for your beautiful, heartfelt dedications, and to Lord Shokai for gracing our ceremony.' > > Proserpina says 'I have made a gift for each of you present with my own hands.' > > Dowanhowee says 'Thank you for the opportunity to speak, Lady Proserpina.' > > Ghaelok whispers a word and snuffs the candle. > > Alavazrin beams a smile at Proserpina. > > Garenth says 'Aye, it's about time tha'Tarabal were able ta'be givin' proper respects.' > > Garenth nods at Proserpina. > > Ciemar blows out the candle. > > Dowanhowee nods at Garenth. > > Saldarito says 'Proserpina, now I know what I was missing when I went into hibernation.' > > Saldarito hugs Proserpina. > > Arvam sneezes unexpectedly, blowing his candle out in the process. > > Proserpina says 'On partaking the cake, please remember the blessings that nature has given us. Looking carefully into the cake, you may see the sun, the clouds, the water, the earth, all of the universe.' > > Proserpina chuckles softly, and nods sincerely. > > Proserpina coughs loudly. > > Ghaelok whispers 'You'll forgive me but someone awaits me.' > > Arvam twirls his blades about, somewhat playfully, then sheathes them. > > Ghaelok bows deeply to all. > > Proserpina lays the cakes carefully by the fountain. > > Saldarito smiles happily. > > Proserpina says 'Please. Help yourselves.' > > Saldarito says 'Put a berry on them, they are delish!' > > Saldarito gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar. > > Saldarito eats a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar. > > Ciemar picks up a large piece. > > Saldarito licks his mouth and smiles. > > Ciemar gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar. > > Dowanhowee gets a serving of moon cake decorated with fresh berries. > > You get a serving of moon cake decorated with fresh berries. > > Alavazrin gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar. > > Arvam gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar. > > Saldarito gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar. > > Alavazrin wiggles his fingers in delight. > > Arvam taps his cheek, obviously deep in thought. > > Trasthe gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar. > > Dowanhowee smiles and looks down at the cake. > > Dowanhowee eats a serving of moon cake decorated with fresh berries. > > Arvam says 'Uhm...' > > Arvam sniffs the cake. > > You eat a serving of moon cake decorated with fresh berries. > > You are full. > > Arvam says 'Smells good' > > Ciemar takes a big bite, cheeks puffed out with food. > > Arvam says 'Whats in it?' > > Saldarito places the berry on the cake taking a bite. > > Saldarito says 'Berries!' > > Trasthe eats a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar. > > Proserpina beams a bright, radiant smile at everyone. > > Ciemar says 'Ummph...good.' > > Trasthe says 'Oatmeal.' > > Keniston grabs a cake for Hirschin. > > You get a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar. > > Proserpina says 'There is bread, and fruit filling within.' > > Dowanhowee beams a smile at Proserpina. > > Alavazrin takes a bite of the cake while savoring every ounce. > > Trasthe says 'I n-n-never did like oatmeal, r-r-really.' > > Proserpina nods at Arvam. > > Alavazrin says 'Yum.' > > Alavazrin licks his lips. > > Miril gets a serving of moon cake finely dusted with snow-white sugar. > > Dowanhowee leaves with a thoughtful expression. > > Trasthe beams a smile at Proserpina. > > Keniston hands the cake to Hirschin who swallows it swiftly, the lump plainly visible as the whole thing moves down his throat. > > Saldarito smiles happily. > > Ciemar says 'Well spoken all, I bid you farewell.' > > Ciemar waves happily. > > Arvam says 'Uhm..hey, ya know' > > Garenth leans on his shield looking blankly at the horizon. > > Arvam says 'We outta head to the Inn...have a lil party, lighten the mood I say' > > Arvam says 'I mean...yeesh' > > Proserpina says 'I wish all of you the best, and now I shall have to take my leave momentarily.' > > Saldarito waves goodbye to Proserpina. > > You wave goodbye to Proserpina. > > Saldarito smiles happily. > > Arvam says 'Besides...I've been cravin warg steak for the past...er...hour'er so' > > Proserpina waves. > > Proserpina disappears. > > Miril bows deeply. > > You say 'I'm afraid I'll have to away as well, unfortunately.' > > Saldarito sniffs sadly. > > Arvam says 'Hrmph' > > Saldarito waves goodbye to you. Have a good journey. > > You tip your hat gallantly. > > Arvam says 'Well, I'm goin, follow me if ya like' > > Alavazrin beams a smile at Trasthe. > >

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