The Way of the Leaf and the Way of the Trade ---&RPaward

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Ylsa
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The Way of the Leaf and the Way of the Trade ---&RPaward

Post by Ylsa » Tue Dec 07, 2021 4:45 pm

Ylsa meets an unaccompanied Tu'athan child in Caemlyn and they chat for a while.

Point of view:Ylsa
Main characters: Jesslyn and Ylsa

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Caemlyn Central Square
You are in a large stone square, right in the middle of Caemlyn's outer
city. You see a wide boulevard to the north, and the path to the inner
city. There are a number of shops around you. The density of the population
is really quite incredible. It's almost impossible to relax as you are
being constantly bumped and jostled. From here you can really get a good
view of the outer city, and this just makes you appreciate the older inner
city all the more. A large banner hangs nearby, depicting a map of
Caemlyn's outer city.
[ obvious exits: N E S W ]
A fountain is here, offering clear blue water to all.
A marble bench, flecked with gold and bronze, adorns the floor.
A stout wooden barrel stands nearby.
An oil lamp, set in a steel cage, hangs from a high wooden pole.
An Illianer steed stands here proudly, its black mane glistening, being ridden by you.
A stout looking guard is here, walking the streets of Caemlyn.
Jesslyn the Wondering Tuatha'an child. is sitting here.
The Caemlyn town crier stands here, spreading the news.
A gleeman is here, playing a lute.

Jesslyn clambers to her feet.

Jesslyn is in excellent condition.
Jesslyn is using:
<worn on head> a fine linen riding hood
<worn about body> a colorful dress
<worn on hands> a pair of sheepskin gloves
<worn around wrist> a long-stemmed crimson rose
<worn around wrist> a bright blue rose
<worn as shield> a dull black shield
<worn on legs> a pair of gray suede leggings
<worn on feet> a pair of soft, light shoes

Jesslyn looks at you.

Jesslyn smiles happily.

You smile happily.

whois jesslyn
Jesslyn the Wondering Tuatha'an child. is a level 36 human.

Jesslyn sits on the bench.

A small dog has arrived from the east.
A woman has arrived from the north.

Jesslyn looks at the little doggy.

Jesslyn beams a smile at a woman.

Someone gets something.

Jesslyn looks at a woman.

Jesslyn says 'your dress is so dark.'


You say 'MIne?'

* R HP:Healthy SP:Bursting MV:Full >
You are using:
<used as light> a mirrored lantern
<worn on finger> a gold ring delicately carved with ivy
<worn on finger> a jade signet ring
<worn on head> a camouflaged hood
<worn around neck> a Kandori snowflake necklace
<worn around neck> a Kandori snowflake necklace
<worn on body> a studded leather jerkin
<worn about body> a decadent white leather dress with a plunging neckline
<slung on back> a backpack
<worn on arms> a pair of dyed leather armsleeves
<worn on hands> a pair of dark gloves
<worn around wrist> a sungwood bracelet
<worn around wrist> a silver Kandori wristcuff
<worn as shield> a silver etched shield (used)
<wielded> an emerald-hilted foil
<worn about waist> a brightly-colored sash
<worn on belt> a belt pack
<worn on belt> a belt pack
<worn on legs> a set of darkly dyed leather leggings
<worn on feet> a pair of lissome leather boots with metal capped toes

Jesslyn jumps

Jesslyn shakes her head.

You say 'It's white, not sure how much brighter can a colour get'

Jesslyn points at the women.

Jesslyn spins to show Ylsa her dress.

Ylsa looks at the woman

You say 'Well, perhaps she is grieving.'

The woman scowls at jesslyn and ylsa

Jesslyn splashes in the fountain to get a drink.

Jesslyn runs and hides behind Ylsa.

Jesslyn peaks out at the scowling black dressed woman.

You say 'We meant no disrespect, my lady.'

You say 'May I offer some high quality wares, to brighten your day?'

Jesslyn stops using a long-stemmed crimson rose.

The woman shouts how dare you first you offend me and then you want my money

Jesslyn puts a long-stemmed crimson rose on around her right wrist.

Jesslyn says 'i was going to give her a pretty flower.'

Ylsa uses calm tones "we really meant no disrespect, truth be told your dress fits you very well, and I heard the darker tones were really fashionable this year, especially in Arad Doman"

The woman calms down a bit and leaves the square muttering something about silly girls.

Jesslyn smiles happily.

You say 'People don't like when you comment on them.'

You sigh.

Jesslyn says 'I like you.'

You look at her archly.

Jesslyn says 'Why it was just a question?'

Jesslyn says 'I like colorful dresses.'

You say 'The lady took it as a piece of criticism instead.'

Callesa looks at Jesslyn more carefully.

Jesslyn says 'my da wouldnt even wear clothes that plain.'

You say 'Hmm, aren't you one of the tu'athan?'
You smile at her.

Jesslyn smiles happily.

You say 'Your people wear lots of colours, that is true.'

Jesslyn says 'that is why i like wearing flowers'

You say 'Well, many people like other styles.'

You nod at her.

Jesslyn says 'I wish i knew how to weave them into my hair.'

Jesslyn sighs loudly.

You say 'And why you wield no weapon, even in such a dangerous city.'

Jesslyn sits with her feet dangling off the bench.

You say 'Where are your parents?'

You say 'Aren't you a bit young to not be accompanied?'

Jesslyn says 'The way of the leaf is best.'

You smile at her.

Jesslyn says 'I am not sure which way my ma and da left.'

Jesslyn says 'they will come back for me'

You say 'For the Tu'athan it is. But there are many ways in the world. And some people are definitely not friendly.'

You nod in agreement.

Jesslyn says 'Or i will find one of the people with the bright red cloak '

Jesslyn says 'they are always nice.'

Jesslyn says 'they will help me'

You say 'True, the Queen's guard are reliable.'

Jesslyn smiles happily.

You say 'If you meet Rowlin, don't hesitate to ask his assistance, he is young and very kind.'

Jesslyn says 'one of them will know which way my da took the wagons.'

You nod in agreement.

Jesslyn looks at you.

Jesslyn says 'have you considered the way of the leaf?'

You ponder life, the universe, and everything.

Jayme has arrived from the north.

You say 'I have decided for the way of the trade. I help connect people, who make something, with the people who need it.'

Jesslyn says 'imagine yourself a leaf on the wind. carried through the air.'

Jesslyn says 'that is the freedom of the way of the leaf.'

You say 'And as such, I even need to protect the wares sometimes, from those who wish to harm the whole chain.'

Jesslyn says 'my da makes and sells copper pans'

Jesslyn says 'they are so shiney!'

You nod in agreement.

Jesslyn says 'ma polishes them so they are bright as the sun!'

You say 'If he ever needs a trader to get his pans to more customers, I'd love to help.'

You say 'And when you grow up will you make pans like your dad?'

You smile happily.

Jesslyn shrugs helplessly.

Jesslyn says 'I will dance by the fire.'

Jesslyn says 'That is my favorite.'

You say 'It sounds really fun!'

You say 'And what are you gonna do for a living?'

Jesslyn drops her walking staff with a clatter.

Jesslyn blushes.

Jesslyn gets a walking staff.

Jesslyn looks at you.

You say 'Well, I will let you wait for your parents. But if you need anything, don't hesitate to ask for help.'

Jesslyn smiles happily.

You say 'If I see a Guard, I will ask them to keep an eye on you.'

Jesslyn says 'next time you feel upset think about the leaf on the wind!'

Ylsa smiles at Jesslyn but promises nothing.

Siro
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Re: The Way of the Leaf and the Way of the Trade

Post by Siro » Wed Dec 08, 2021 6:14 pm

Awarded.

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