Fantasy Legacies: World at War [CLOSED]

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: ???, Realm of Death(?)
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
The Dragon looked over to Rai, "The tone in your your voice is understandable. Perhaps I can alleviate your suspicions."

Skyla looked over at Rai, "You're right but maybe this dragon has some answers that I-- that we need. Plus.. I have a feeling that he's gonna useful in the long run.." She looked to the dragon, "Alright, enlighten us." The Dragon looked back over to Skyla, "My desire to speak with you was born from the result of our battle, Qahnaarin. I merely wish respectfully ask a favor of you." Skyla crossed her arms, "Okay... what kind of favor?"

"For countless years, I've roamed the Realm of Death, in unintended service to the Death Knight. Before this, I roamed the skies above Atheria. I desire to return there..." Skyla sighed, "Well... what's stopping you?" The Dragon lowered its head, "I fear that my time has taken its toll upon. I share a bond with this dreaded place. If I ventured far from the Realm of Death, my strength would begin to wane until I was no more."

Skyla nodded slightly, "Okay and how exactly do you expect me to help you?" The Dragon raised it head to look at Rai and Skyla, "I will place my name with you and grant you the right to call my name from Atheria. Do for me this simple honor and I will fight at your side as your Grah-Zeymahzin, your Ally, and imbue your weapon with a powerful enchantment."

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Alert

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

With a deep sigh, Rai lowered his katana, although he didn't sheathe it. It was clear that Skyla wanted to talk things out with this thing, so, he gave in. Rai narrowed his eyes a bit as the Dragon continued.

"Realm of Death?" he chimed in. "That's what this is? That's where we are?"

Rai looked down at his hands.

"What, so we...died?"



Health: 86/130

Statuses: None

Action: None


Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: ???, Realm of Death(?)
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
The Dragon looked over to Rai, "Hmmm... not quite. You are in the place where lost sil-- lost souls come to move to the next life. A realm run by the Goddess of Death, Serena. Without her guidance, and the Death Knight's corruption. These souls remain forever lost. Never to find peace.... to be set to rest."

Skyla looked a bit confused, "Begs the question... how did you end up here? You said you're neither dead nor alive."

The Dragon looked to Skyla, "There was a time when I called Atheria my home. But those days have since passed. The dovah-- dragons roamed the skies, vying for their small slices of territory that resulted in immense and, ultimately, fatal battles." Skyla nodded, "Were you apart of all that?"

The Dragon nodded back, "I was. But unlike my brethren, I sought solutions outside the norm to maintain my superiority. I began to explore what the dovah called 'Alok-Dilon'. The ancient forbidden art that you called necromancy."

"Oh... so you sought the Realm of Death for those answers..." The Dragon nodded, "By the time that I had asked, the Death Knight was already in charge. But I did not know that at the time. He had assured me that my powers would be unmatched. That I could summon legions of the undead. In exchange, I was serve him as a Keeper until the revival of the Goddess of Death." Skyla tilted her head, "So what happened?"

The Dragon lowered its head, "I had learned too late that the Goddess had be banished to a realm beyond time and that the Death Knight favors deception over honor. He had no intention of releasing me from my binding."

"So.. are you free now we've defeated you?" Skyla asked. "Free? No. I have been here too long, Qahnaarin. The Realm of Death has become a part of what I am. I can never fully call Atheria my home again, or I would surely perish. I only hope that you will allow me the precious moments of time there through your call."

Skyla glanced away for a moment, "One more question. You keep calling us 'Qahnaarin'. Why is that?" The Dragon looked between Rai and Skyla, "Not both of you, just you. In my language, the Qahnaarin is the Vanquisher, the one who has bested a fellow dovah in battle." Skyla tilted her head, "Dovah? Doesn't that mean 'dragon'? I'm not a dragon..."

The Dragon looked momentarily confused, "Ah, forgive me, my instinct was to grant to you that title. I am uncertain why. Perhaps one day it will become clear to both of us." The Dragon paused, "I do not require an answer, Qahnaarin. Simply speak my name to the heavens when you feel the time is right." As if on cue, the Dragon's name was instantly known to her, "Go now... use that book and return to Atheria. Your journey has not ended yet." The Dragon roared when it finished saying that.

New Ability learned

Summon Dursillaar - "Dur (Curse) Sil (Soul) Aar (Servant)" Summons Dursilaar from the Realm of Death for 10 turns. Dursilaar fights at the side of Skyla and Rai, reigning destruction on their enemies with Undead allies and other various Skills. Can only be used once per day. (Will make a sheet for him soon)

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Neutral

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

Rai remained completely silent. For the most part, be was confused. But on the other hand, he felt that this conversation was not for him in the slightest. Nothing the dragon said resonated with him. Skyla was the one primarily speaking. And to top it all off, the dragon was even calling Skyla specifically a strange term.

The final thing Rai took from that interaction was that the dragon was giving them access to call on him in future battles.

Just like Mateo did with that phoenix. Rai thought.


Health: 86/130

Statuses: None

Action: None


Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: The Grand Library, Ironshire
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla picks up the book and opens it, sending both Rai and Skyla back to the real world.

They were both send back to the spots they were at the exact same time they left. No time at all had passed. Skyla slammed the book shut and reopened it slowly... but nothing happened, "Huh... was that..." She shrugged and continued to read the book. It detailed the Desert Nation... the exact book they were looking for. She close it and placed it under her arm and went to go find Rai, "Hey, Rai! I think I found the book we were looking for."

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Alert

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

Rai opened his eyes as they were suddenly transported back to the library. He blinked a few times, trying to regain his composure from the subtle, yet violent shift back to the library. He felt rejuvenated. His energy was back, his injuries were gone. It was as if nothing happened.

When Skyla spoke, he looked up.

"Uh...yeah, yeah, the book..." Rai said, still shaken up. "What's it for again?"



Health: 130/130

Statuses: None

Action: None


Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: The Grand Library, Ironshire
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla noticed that Rai was still shaken up. She grabbed his wrist, attempting to help him out, "It was an odd experience but... we've been thru worse haven't we?" She was of course referring to Mika's death, "We're stronger than this... at least... I am. Are you?"

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Alert

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

Rai quickly nodded. "Of course. Just still confused from it all"

He tapped on the book. "Come on, what's this about? Don't worry about me."





Health: 130/130

Statuses: None

Action: None

Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: The Grand Library, Ironshire
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla nodded, "Right." She let go of Rai and began walking out of the Library, "Well... it's apparently a history on the Desert Nation. My homeland... or at least stories of it."

She was kind of not looking where she was going and accidently bumped into someone. A girl. Skyla fell to her butt and dropped the book, "Ow!" The girl also fell down, "S-Sorry.." Skyla said while getting up, catching a glimpse of the person she bumped into. Apart from that, Skyla could also feel the static that this girl emitted from just existing, 'Damn... this girl has some intense power... Wait... why am I able to feel that?' Skyla picked up the book and extended a hand to the girl, "I'm sorry about that. I wasn't looking where I was going." The girl nodded and took her hand. When she did and sudden traveled thru Skyla's body, making her hairs stand on end slightly, "Th-thank you.." The girl's voice was soft and rather quiet.

The girl dusted herself off and momentarily glanced at Rai, her eyes were a striking deep purple but they had hints of lightning coursing thru them. It was as if the girl could sense Rai's electricity by just staring at him.

Rai, being an electric user, would be able to see or sense the immense electrical power this girl possesses, it was almost unnatural, "Anyways, enjoy your trip to the Desert Nation. If you go, be wary. The Desert has a tendency to swallow the unprepared.." With that, she walked off into the library and seemingly vanished, "Uh... thank... you?"

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Alert

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

Rai watched as the girl walked off, not being able to take her eyes off her until she was gone. Even with her being far now, he could still sense her electricity magic. It gave him a dim, staticky feeling in his fingers and caused his own electricity to heighten involuntarily for a moment. She was clearly also a user. And Rai had been around long enough to tell that she was definitely a strong one—a powerful one. Although if that was so, why had he never seen her around before?

And wait...what had she said?

Rai began to walk ahead a bit, looking around to see if he could find her again. When she was nowhere to be found, he stepped back toward Skyla.

"Skyla," he began. "How did she know we were going to the Desert Nation?"



Health: 130/130

Statuses: None

Action: None

Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: The Grand Library, Ironshire
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla looked at the book, "The Book maybe?" She thought for a moment, "But I guess it still doesn't sense how she'd know."

Skyla shook her head, "Come on, I think we need get a bit more privacy." Skyla began to walk off towards a nearby alley. It was an odd choice for privacy but it was the closest place to go, "Anyways... this book tells stories about the Desert Nation." She handed him the book to read for himself.

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Attentive

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

Rai flipped through the pages, reading about beasts and tales of creatures under the sand.

"Doesn't sound so much like a nation to me," Rai said. "More like a wasteland of death."

He continued and read on about Shifting Dunes.



Health: 130/130

Statuses: None

Action: None

Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: The Grand Library, Ironshire
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla sighed, "Yeah... I... I can't argue with that."

She looked at Rai, "But imagine what it was before it fell? People who learned to live on this unforgiving land? The tenacity they must've had to settle in such a dangerous place. If anything, I just want to learn more about where I come from and... what I am." She clenched her hand, "I'm still such a mystery, even to myself."

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Neutral

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

"And how exactly is this information going to help us?" Rai asked, sighing as he read about a Shifting Dunes Serpent. He shot Skyla a look. "Lemme guess...you're planning to go to this wasteland of death, huh? To help you with learning about 'what you are'?"

Rai closed the book, handing it back to Skyla.

"What, do you have a death wish or something? And what was that earlier on back at the other...realm? You took some whole new form."

Running his hands through his hair, Rai sighed heavily. "This is a lot, Skyla."



Health: 130/130

Statuses: None

Action: None

Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: Skyla's Room, The Iron Dragon
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla's expression changed a bit to slight anger but went back to a neutral expression, "If you're so against going, Rai, you can leave. I'm not gonna stop you. But if going into the 'wasteland of death' prevents the Death Knight from gaining a powerful puppet then I'm going." She snatched the book from Rai, "If I truly am the princess of that Nation, it would shame myself for turning my back on my kin."

She glanced back at Rai, "I'm going back to the Inn. Make your decision tomorrow." She left for the Inn, going back to her room before Rai could stop her. Her voice was a combination of stern and shaky. She doesn't want Rai to leave but can't stop him if he does, his objections were being heard but Skyla has a duty to her people, if they are still alive, that she can't look away from. If the Death Knight has his sights set on the Desert Nation next...

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Conflicted

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

Rai watched as Skyla walked away, letting out a quiet sigh. He hadn't meant to irritate her, but as always, once she set her mind on something, there was no stopping her. Skyla was going to the Shifting Dunes, no matter what. There was no stopping her.

Now, it was just a matter of whether or not Rai was staying along.

******
Solitude Bridge, Ironshire.

Rai stood on the weathered bridge, the evening air cool against his skin. The river flowed swiftly beneath him, its surface shimmering under the pale light of a rising moon. The distant sounds of Ironshire faded, leaving only the rush of water and the occasional rustle of leaves in the trees nearby. The last hints of sunset painted the sky in deep purples and oranges, but the world around him had quieted, as if holding its breath. Here, on this small bridge, Rai let his thoughts drift, following the current into the unknown.

"Why does she have to be so damn...curious?" he muttered, shaking his head.

In this moment, Rai was conflicted with two choices, choices that he'd made before, and it seemed he'd have to do it again. He had to choose whether or not to stay with Skyla, or let her go on to find herself on her own.

It wasn't as if Rai didn't support her and didn't want her to find the answers she was looking for. The only thing that irked him about all this was that it was another perilous and dangerous journey. And at this point, did she not already have enough of that? Skyla had been kidnapped, held captive, attacked, lost loved ones, and just barely escaped death just a week or so ago. Now what? She wanted to do it all over again in some sandy wasteland?

I'm starting to believe she really does have a death wish. Rai thought, his hair flowing as another breeze brushed against him. He looked at his palms, which were calloused and rough. His hands shook gently. She just...

Rai stopped himself. He looked away from his reflection in the water.

He wasn't being honest with himself here. The truth was, Rai was more worried about himself right now. He felt selfish for wanting a break, but was that so wrong? His mind spun in circles. He should be used to this stuff by now. But something was keeping him from going back to the fighting and danger. Something he had tried to choke down.

Rai was afraid.

Rai pushed himself off the railing, pacing around on the bridge a bit. "Ah, fuck, what I am doing?" he muttered to himself. He looked down at his hands and noticed that they were not just gently shaking—he was trembling, and it made him feel pathetic. "Whole ass grown man and bounty hunter sitting here shaking in his boots." He laughed bitterly at his own dilemma, clasping his hands together, trying to steady himself.

He paced back and forth, the frustration building. Doubt crept in every time he tried to decide. After a bit more of this, he settled back down against the bridge railing, sighing deeply.

I have to do this. Rai decided. I...I promised that. Not to Skyla, not to myself. But...to Mika.

Rai’s distressed expression softened at the memory of Mika, his jaw clenching. The day Mika had fallen, Rai had sworn to be stronger, to protect Mateo, Skyla, and anyone else in need. It’s what he would’ve wanted, Rai reminded himself. But beneath that promise lingered guilt—guilt for not saving Mika, for failing when it mattered most. It was that guilt that made Rai feel compelled to protect Skyla. He had to.

Rai forced himself to look into his reflection. He saw his exhaustion, his uncertainty....and the fear in his eyes. But instead of looking away again, he accepted it, looking for a little while longer.

When the sun dipped further, Rai left the bridge and headed ack to the Iron Dragon.

*****

Rai stood at the door to Skyla's inn, his hand raised. He hesitated as he did last reconsidering his decision. But then, he shook his head, as if to shake off the uncertainty, and knocked softly seven times.

"Hey, Skyla," Rai spoke gently. "It's me, Rai."


Health: 130/130

Statuses: None

Action: None

Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: Skyla's Room, The Iron Dragon
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla looked to the door as the seven knocks came then Rai's voice coming after. She got up, wiping her eyes and opening the door slightly. Her voice was still a bit shaky but there were hints weakness in voice, like someone who has been doing quite bit of crying, "Have you come to a decision?" She asked with a bit of anticipation and slight bit of anxiousness.

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Solemn

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

The moment Rai laid eyes on Skyla, a sharp pang of sadness pierced his chest. Her cheeks were streaked with the remnants of wiped-away tears, and her voice trembled, fragile and raw, as if she was barely holding herself together.

Without a word, Rai pushed the door open wider, its soft creak echoing in the stillness, and gently closed it behind him. He stood there for a heartbeat, uncertainty gnawing at him, before stepping forward and wrapping his arms around Skyla in a comforting embrace. His hold was warm, steady—an unspoken promise that, for now, she wasn't alone.

His white hair draped onto her shoulders. "I'm not going anywhere, Skyla. Whenever we're going, I'm gonna be right there with you." He spoke softly.







Health: 130/130

Statuses: None

Action: None

Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: Skyla's Room, The Iron Dragon
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla hesitated a moment as Rai hugged her, "I acted pretty selfishly yesterday.."

Rai's warmth brought her a small amount of comfort, "I regretted everything I said and forcing that decision on you.." her voice got a little bit weaker, "...making you pick between me and your own safety." She gently hugged him back, "I got so worried that I had ruined our friendship."

Skyla sighed shakily, "I don't mean to shift blame but..." she let go of Rai and stepped away a couple steps, "After Mika died, I made an oath that night that I wouldn't let the Death Knight take anymore innocent lives. That's why I'm so adamant on going. I just.. can't let take anymore from me.."

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Solemn

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

Rai nodded. "Trust me, Skyla. I understand. The only reason I was so hesitant is because I'm..." he swallowed, his throat dry. He'd never told anyone this before. "Scared. That guy. The Death Knight. He's a monster. And he's powerful. Stronger than anyone I've ever faced before."

Rai took a seat at the edge of the bed. "I've never had a fight where I didn't think I had a chance to win. Even if I thought my chances were low, I'm always confident that there would be some way for me to win. But, with him, there's nothing..."

Rai's jaw clenched and he took a deep breath.

"There was no beating him. I could feel it. Whenever he swung that scythe, it was just a blur. All I felt was the wind fromnit on my neck. He could have killed me, killed us, so many times." Rai hesitated again as he brought up Mika. "And, you and I both saw what he did to Mika. One moment he was standing...seconds later he was..."

Rai took a breath to compose himself. "I agree. He needs to be stopped. Whatever—or whoever— we find in the Shifting Dunes, it better be able to help us. It has to. Otherwise we're already dead."



Health: 130/130

Statuses: None

Action: None

Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: Skyla's Room, The Iron Dragon
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla smiled, "Well, the only way to conquer fear is to face it head-on!" She exclaimed, seemingly getting rid of the sad tone in her voice.

Skyla brushed past Rai, "Come on, I have a weapon to go and retrieve." With that, Skyla turned and walked out towards the smithy. She opened the door and found the smith banging away at a blade, "Hey, I'm back to pick up my weapon I dropped off yesterday." The blacksmith looked up and grunted as usual, going to back to get it.

He back back out with a lance that looked completely different from its original form but still had that red gem at its center. It's form took on more a halberd appearance and was silver in color, "It wasn't easy but I managed to partially restore it." The surprise of Skyla's face was apparent, "THIS is partially restored?? I wonder what it looks like when it's fully restored.."

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Neutral

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

Rai let out a low whistle as he examined the lance. "Might have to come to you more often, sir."

The blacksmith grunted, pulling off his gloves. His hands were thick, calloused, and dusted with soot.

"Feel free to," he said, his voice like grinding stone. "The weapons you bring in—challenging work. I like a challenge."

Rai smirked. "Good to know. What's your name?"

"Griffin."

Rai gave a nod, then turned to Skyla. "Alright. What's next?"





Health: 130/130

Statuses: None

Action: None

Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: Streets of Ironshire
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla put the lance on her back, "Um... only other thing is preparation before we leave. Stocking up on supplies."

She put a finger on her chin, "So a visit to the general store is in order." As they left, Skyla waved at Griffin, "Bye, Griffin! We'll see you later!" Griffin let out his usual grunt and waved back, going back to his hammering.

 

[SharkBark]

Mood: Neutral

Rai Ikari

Thunderous Hunter

The Iron Dragon, Ironshire

Rai followed closely behind Skyla. Once they reached the general store, he looked around. "Alright. What's are we looking for?"


Health: 130/130

Statuses: None

Action: None



Kumii

Code by Serobliss

 

[Kumii]

SkylaLocation: Streets of Ironshire
Interactions: SharkBark
Current Weather: Clear
Current Time: August 28th, 1337.
Skyla shrugged, "I dunno, food... maybe a potion or two. Spend a bit of money."

As Skyla was browing, she looked over and noticed a man with short, blunted horns. This caused Skyla's eyes to narrow a bit as her brain processes what her eyes are seeing. The man was completely out of place, yet the people who walked by didn't care. It was like he was invisible to them.

CutsceneThe Man looked towards Skyla and Rai and as he locked eyes with Skyla, images of a Celestial Dragon flashed in her eyes. The images of the dragon coming at her caused her stumble and fall back onto Rai but then a body passed between her and Rai's vision with him. When their vision with the man was restored, he was actually nowhere to be seen.
Cutscene Ends
Skyla looked around and then got up off Rai, "Did you see that too, Rai?"