TownCrier/Faction Attraction/House Paupers - Revision history

IRONMANRS: /* Closing and Final Thoughts */

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Closing and Final Thoughts

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	'''Yardie''': I would do no such thing!		'''Yardie''': I would do no such thing!

	''I wouldn't. Yunni is quite attractive, and I have never been shy about my attraction to Traiva, but this thought process did not come to mind. Though, one thought ~~does come~~ to mind about the officers~~...but~~ it is best I keep it to myself.''		''I wouldn't. Yunni is quite attractive, and I have never been shy about my attraction to Traiva, but this thought process did not come to mind. Though one thought comes to mind about the officers, it is best I keep it to myself.''

	: '''Traiva''': '''I am sure Tolwynn has some good thoughts on why we are the best.'''		: '''Traiva''': '''I am sure Tolwynn has some good thoughts on why we are the best.'''
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	: '''Traiva''': Of course. I look forward to reading the write-up.		: '''Traiva''': Of course. I look forward to reading the write-up.

	''After exchanging hugs and pleasantries, I made my way out of Paupers and out of the Landing, the feeling of being a part of this house swelling up again as if this were the ~~very~~ first day.''		''After exchanging hugs and pleasantries, I made my way out of Paupers and out of the Landing, the feeling of being a part of this house swelling up again as if this were the first day.''

	'''Yardie''': Be safe out there, yeah?		'''Yardie''': Be safe out there, yeah?
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	''I often share my input about my experiences during these visits, and I do so without bias. I will do the same here, but it is ~~difficult~~ when many of these sights and sounds carry special memories and moments with me. I surmise it is the same for those who have joined House Paupers. After all, you do not get to five thousand members without the common trend of family, unity, and fraternity. For a place swarming with the undead, those who are members of House Paupers are often filled with light and life, a feeling of home, drawn to the warmth of the hearth and a strong drink in hand. If there is ever a void missing in your life, and you wish to join a place where drinks and laughs are aplenty, then find your way to House Paupers...just...mind the ghosts when you do.''		''I often share my input about my experiences during these visits, and I do so without bias. I will do the same here, but it isn't easy when many of these sights and sounds carry special memories and moments with me. I surmise it is the same for those who have joined House Paupers. After all, you do not get to five thousand members without the common trend of family, unity, and fraternity. For a place swarming with the undead, those who are members of House Paupers are often filled with light and life, a feeling of home, drawn to the warmth of the hearth and a strong drink in hand. If there is ever a void missing in your life, and you wish to join a place where drinks and laughs are aplenty, then find your way to House Paupers...just...mind the ghosts when you do.''

IRONMANRS: /* Tour of House Paupers */

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Tour of House Paupers

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	: '''Traiva''': '''This Commons area is our main gathering and resting room for members, with a bar and a donation table.'''		: '''Traiva''': '''This Commons area is our main gathering and resting room for members, with a bar and a donation table.'''

	''When I first arrived in Elanthia, I had no financial means to join a House or do...anything. ~~In fact,~~ I slept in the Treehouse about Town Square Central in my destitution. Iskandr would sneak me into the Commons, allowing me to enjoy libations and company with Draelor, Yavs, and Yavs' brother, Pendross. Compared to Helga's and other locations, I was drawn into being a part of a group. Once finances made themselves available, I joined Iskandr and Draelor in Paupers. To this day, I remember those Feastday evenings, drinking, and talking about relationships, ~~gossips~~, and news in Elanthia.''		''When I first arrived in Elanthia, I had no financial means to join a House or do...anything. I slept in the Treehouse about Town Square Central in my destitution. Iskandr would sneak me into the Commons, allowing me to enjoy libations and company with Draelor, Yavs, and Yavs' brother, Pendross. Compared to Helga's and other locations, I was drawn into being a part of a group. Once finances made themselves available, I joined Iskandr and Draelor in Paupers. To this day, I remember those Feastday evenings, drinking, and talking about relationships, gossip, and news in Elanthia.''

	'''Yardie''': '''I fondly remember this place.'''		'''Yardie''': '''I fondly remember this place.'''
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	'''Yardie''': Oh I did not know that! More history!		'''Yardie''': Oh I did not know that! More history!

	I knew about ~~the~~ popularity ~~of Plur~~. I never met him...her...it? I do know that Plur did influence Moonshine Manor. ~~One day,~~ I do hope to interview the group, as it was another place ~~that~~ I remember fondly.		''I knew about Plur's popularity. I never met him...her...it? I do know that Plur did influence Moonshine Manor. I hope to interview the group one day, as it was another place I remember fondly.''

	===Paupers, Performers' Courtyard===		===Paupers, Performers' Courtyard===
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	: '''Traiva''': '''Have dart games here in the Game Room every few months.''' ''Traiva taps a tankard of Pauper's brew on a silver-traced carved mahogany cart''. '''The Pauper's brew, of course. We also have an excellent bourbon that I did not think to grab, and the Bartender's cherry mead. Thanks to Tolwynn, we have absinthe.'''		: '''Traiva''': '''Have dart games here in the Game Room every few months.''' ''Traiva taps a tankard of Pauper's brew on a silver-traced carved mahogany cart''. '''The Pauper's brew, of course. We also have an excellent bourbon that I did not think to grab, and the Bartender's cherry mead. Thanks to Tolwynn, we have absinthe.'''

	''I took a drink from ~~your~~ Pauper's brew. my throat burned and tickled as the bubbly brew ~~slowly worked its way down~~. With the level of drinks and their potency, losing oneself to drinks and playing games seemed to be the norm. Often, there were many dart tournaments, and Traiva or Maevie were the hosts. Many people gathered in the game room enjoying food, friends, and fun.''		''I took a drink from my Pauper's brew. my throat burned and tickled as the bubbly brew slowed. With the level of drinks and their potency, losing oneself to drinks and playing games seemed to be the norm. Often, there were many dart tournaments, and Traiva or Maevie were the hosts. Many people gathered in the game room enjoying food, friends, and fun.''

	: '''Trallihn''': There used t'be drinks tha' came out when the ghosts did... but been years since I've seen those.		: '''Trallihn''': There used t'be drinks tha' came out when the ghosts did... but been years since I've seen those.
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	'''Yardie''': '''Ghastly Grog?'''		'''Yardie''': '''Ghastly Grog?'''

	''It was time to sample some of these concoctions. I poured a mug of pale Ghastly Grog and took a drink . The Grog ~~tastes entirely~~ too watered down and has a strong aftertaste of boot. I coughed. Definitely had Trallihn's influence here. Somehow, I feel his hand played a factor in that drink...or something else.''		''It was time to sample some of these concoctions. I poured a mug of pale Ghastly Grog and took a drink. The Grog tasted too watered down and has a strong aftertaste of boot. I coughed. Definitely had Trallihn's influence here. Somehow, I feel his hand played a factor in that drink...or something else.''

	'''Yardie''': '''Are you making these beverages?!?'''		'''Yardie''': '''Are you making these beverages?!?'''
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	'''Yardie''': Thank you for sharing. It's been a great taste in assorted flavors.		'''Yardie''': Thank you for sharing. It's been a great taste in assorted flavors.

	''I did not try the emerald ale. I ~~will need to~~ revisit the location and see what it ~~tastes~~ like.''		''I did not try the emerald ale. I must revisit the location and see what that ale tasted like.''

	===Paupers, Rose Garden===		===Paupers, Rose Garden===

IRONMANRS: /* Members and Philosophies */

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Members and Philosophies

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	: '''Traiva''' (to Trallihn): '''Just look to the slates in Icemule.'''		: '''Traiva''' (to Trallihn): '''Just look to the slates in Icemule.'''

	''There were several Paupers annexes throughout the continent. Even my home in the Folly had a small lounge for lockers and relaxation. It lacked the heavy stock of libations, though. Icemule had received a renovation of its annex, spruced up to Traiva's liking. She was most excited. However~~, for the purposes of the interview~~, she chose the more established Wehnimer's Landing location.''		''There were several Paupers annexes throughout the continent. Even my home in the Folly had a small lounge for lockers and relaxation. It lacked the heavy stock of libations, though. Icemule had received a renovation of its annex, spruced up to Traiva's liking. She was most excited. However, she chose the more established Wehnimer's Landing location for the interview.''

	: '''Yunni''' (thoughtfully): '''For me it is the acceptance. We have such a wide variety of individuals and I have never experienced a dull moment during gatherings.'''		: '''Yunni''' (thoughtfully): '''For me it is the acceptance. We have such a wide variety of individuals and I have never experienced a dull moment during gatherings.'''
	: '''Traiva''': '''One thing I especially like is the... irony? Unexpectedness? That our name says Paupers, and yet we are the richest House within the Cooperative Houses, both in bank account and in membership numbers. Very far from poor.'''		: '''Traiva''': '''One thing I especially like is the... irony? Unexpectedness? That our name says Paupers, and yet we are the richest House within the Cooperative Houses, both in bank account and in membership numbers. Very far from poor.'''

	''I found this to be a very interesting callback to ~~the~~ ~~first~~ question ~~I asked earlier~~. Traiva admitted she did not know the origins of ~~why~~ the name '''Paupers''' was chosen. However, in terms of population~~, along~~ ~~with~~ the elegant nature of the establishment, there was no sign of any paupers in sight.''		''I found this to be a very interesting callback to my earlier question. Traiva admitted she did not know the origins of the name '''Paupers''' and why it was chosen. However, in terms of population and the elegant nature of the establishment, there was no sign of any paupers in sight.''

	: '''Tolwynn''': '''For me, I would say the history of it all. Not just the larger stories like Traiva shared, but also for how long and how many the house has been here for.'''		: '''Tolwynn''': '''For me, I would say the history of it all. Not just the larger stories like Traiva shared, but also for how long and how many the house has been here for.'''
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	: '''Tolwynn''': '''It was approaching ten thousand before the rolls were unfortunately lost.'''		: '''Tolwynn''': '''It was approaching ten thousand before the rolls were unfortunately lost.'''

	''I coughed. Five thousand strong? That was not a roster, it was a legion. Even with those faces no longer around Elanthia, it spoke to how well people got word of Paupers and joined their ranks. The price also was not bad.''		''I coughed. Five thousand strong? That was not a roster; it was a legion. Even with those faces no longer around Elanthia, it spoke to how well people got word of Paupers and joined their ranks. The price also was not bad.''

	'''Yardie''': '''Five thousand?!''' ''I whistled.''		'''Yardie''': '''Five thousand?!''' ''I whistled.''

IRONMANRS: /* How To Join */

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How To Join

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	: '''Traiva''': '''Also Maevie, Brakian, and Lunaryna.'''		: '''Traiva''': '''Also Maevie, Brakian, and Lunaryna.'''

			''I nodded understandingly at Traiva. Maevie was a Zelian halfling, a zany sweetheart, and a worshipper of Zelia. So was Lunaryna, for that matter, another I had a deep connection with, who taught me about staying silent and listening to nature's call. Brakian, however, was unknown to me.''
	''I nodded understandingly at Traiva.''

	'''Yardie''': '''I do not think I've met Brakian. I'm familiar with Maevie and Lunaryna.'''		'''Yardie''': '''I do not think I've met Brakian. I'm familiar with Maevie and Lunaryna.'''

IRONMANRS: /* The Haunting of House Paupers */

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The Haunting of House Paupers

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	'''Yardie''': '''So, let's discuss something that always surprises me here. Ghosts. This place has a....life of its own. Is there a story behind the ethereal presence here?'''		'''Yardie''': '''So, let's discuss something that always surprises me here. Ghosts. This place has a....life of its own. Is there a story behind the ethereal presence here?'''

	''Traiva glanced at me and slowly exhaled. In my time amongst Paupers, the one thing that always caught my attention was the phantasmagoric presence of the ethereal kind. My affiliations with Voln notwithstanding, I felt no danger from these ~~being~~, at least, not entirely. Still, even with my visits, I did not enjoy the set of eyes that gazed upon me as I moved from room to room. Perhaps I regretted stirring difficult memories, but not the asking of the question. Never the asking of the question.''		''Traiva glanced at me and slowly exhaled. In my time amongst Paupers, the one thing that always caught my attention was the phantasmagoric presence of the ethereal kind. My affiliations with Voln notwithstanding, I felt no danger from these beings, at least, not entirely. Still, even with my visits, I did not enjoy the set of eyes that gazed upon me as I moved from room to room. Perhaps I regretted stirring difficult memories, but not the asking of the question. Never the asking of the question.''

	'''Yardie''': '''I...had to ask it.'''		'''Yardie''': '''I...had to ask it.'''
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	'''Traiva''': '''It has a very sad tale, I fear, of a man in love who went quite mad.'''		'''Traiva''': '''It has a very sad tale, I fear, of a man in love who went quite mad.'''

	''Lord Tolwynn arrived, and the timing could not be ~~any more~~ perfect. Tolwynn Verenthundi was ~~the~~ husband ~~of Traiva~~, a gentleman, a magnet of the affections of other women, and a talented painter. I have to admit, I envied their relationship, ~~one~~ built around trust and passion, a unique spin to many of what I learned regarding Ivasian relationships. With the tale to come being about a man in love who went mad, I smirked at the serendipitious nature of his entrance.''		''Lord Tolwynn arrived, and the timing could not be perfect. Tolwynn Verenthundi was Traiva's husband, a gentleman, a magnet of the affections of other women, and a talented painter. I have to admit, I envied their relationship, which was built around trust and passion, a unique spin to many of what I learned regarding Ivasian relationships. With the tale to come being about a man in love who went mad, I smirked at the serendipitious nature of his entrance.''

	: '''Traiva''': '''A man in love....''' ''Traiva smiles at Tolwynn, then nodded at me.''		: '''Traiva''': '''A man in love....''' ''Traiva smiles at Tolwynn, then nodded at me.''
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	'''Traiva''' (musing): '''So perhaps it is a lesson to not judge all based on the actions of one, and that there can be redemption.''' ''(regarding demons in House Paupers)'' '''As long as the demons adhere to the House Rules.'''		'''Traiva''' (musing): '''So perhaps it is a lesson to not judge all based on the actions of one, and that there can be redemption.''' ''(regarding demons in House Paupers)'' '''As long as the demons adhere to the House Rules.'''

	''I wanted to push back and point the error in her ~~ways~~. Never was it the actions of just one. It was often the actions of one who shared the same belief as many of them do - they could tame the valence, the demons, the darkness. Many have tried - all eventually failed. And in their wake lay the foundation of bodies that created the temple of said failures. Men. Women. Children...never children. I was never shy to debate Traiva, but I fought the urge with every fiber of my being to do so.''		''I wanted to push back and point the error in her logic. Never was it the actions of just one. It was often the actions of one who shared the same belief as many of them do - they could tame the valence, the demons, the darkness. Many have tried - all eventually failed. And in their wake lay the foundation of bodies that created the temple of said failures. Men. Women. Children...never children. I was never shy to debate Traiva, but I fought the urge with every fiber of my being to do so.''

	==How To Join==		==How To Join==

IRONMANRS: /* Journey to Paupers (And Its Various Locations) */

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Journey to Paupers (And Its Various Locations)

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	==Journey to Paupers (And Its Various Locations)==		==Journey to Paupers (And Its Various Locations)==
	'''Yardie''': '''Let's speak on all walks of life, as Trallihn mentioned, and as Yunni alluded to. When we think of all walks of life, we think of the Landing. Paupers has many other locations, but when we spoke prior, you wanted to meet here. What does this place mean to you and how does Paupers represent the hodgepodge that is the Landing?'''		'''Yardie''': '''Let's speak on all walks of life, as Trallihn mentioned, and as Yunni alluded to. When we think of all walks of life, we think of the Landing. Paupers has many other locations, but when we spoke prior, you wanted to meet here. What does this place mean to you and how does Paupers represent the hodgepodge that is the Landing?'''
	: '''Traiva''' (explains): '''The Landing is the home of Paupers, where it was founded. And where we still have the majority of our operations. So it felt proper to meet here. Our annexes in other towns are for the comfort of our members who travel. Traiva smiles. "But when you think on it…the Landing has been a beacon for decades to those who may not fit anywhere else, coming to seek their fortunes, or to escape their pasts. Like the Landing gates welcoming all in, so do the gates of Paupers. It does not matter what your gender, your race, your training path, your religion... You are welcome here.''' ''Traiva takes a deep breath, blinking a couple of times before resuming a calm expression''. '''What other organization, in their right mind, would not only let Trallihn in, but make him an officer?'''		: '''Traiva''' (explains): '''The Landing is the home of Paupers, where it was founded. And where we still have the majority of our operations. So it felt proper to meet here. Our annexes in other towns are for the comfort of our members who travel. Traiva smiles. "But when you think on it…the Landing has been a beacon for decades to those who may not fit anywhere else, coming to seek their fortunes, or to escape their pasts. Like the Landing gates welcoming all in, so do the gates of Paupers. It does not matter what your gender, your race, your training path, your religion... You are welcome here.''' ''Traiva takes a deep breath, blinking a couple of times before resuming a calm expression''. '''What other organization, in their right mind, would not only let Trallihn in but make him an officer?'''
	: ''Yunni grins.''		: ''Yunni grins.''
	: '''Trallihn''': '''Twice no less.'''		: '''Trallihn''': '''Twice no less.'''

IRONMANRS: /* What It Means To Be A Pauper */

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What It Means To Be A Pauper

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	: '''Trallihn''': '''My Bartender title is just a formality... I'm not allowed near the clean glasses any more than I'm allowed in the tubs. Trallihn just nudged Traiva.'''		: '''Trallihn''': '''My Bartender title is just a formality... I'm not allowed near the clean glasses any more than I'm allowed in the tubs. Trallihn just nudged Traiva.'''

	''I heard unintelligible jabbering coming from Trallihn's tattered filthy towel. It ~~stoppped~~ as quickly as it began. That was the Mrs., as he often referred to her...or it. The towel had a life of its own. I wondered what cultures grew from within its fabric. Perhaps it was the entrance to another valence. Either way, I was uncertain about the brew or the towel.''		''I heard unintelligible jabbering coming from Trallihn's tattered filthy towel. It stopped as quickly as it began. That was the Mrs., as he often referred to her...or it. The towel had a life of its own. I wondered what cultures grew from within its fabric. Perhaps it was the entrance to another valence. Either way, I was uncertain about the brew or the towel.''

	: '''Trallihn''': (to his tattered filthy towel, offhandedly) Tha's what I said. With less swearing.		: '''Trallihn''': (to his tattered filthy towel, offhandedly) Tha's what I said. With less swearing.

IRONMANRS: /* What is House Paupers? */

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What is House Paupers?

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	==What is House Paupers?==		==What is House Paupers?==
	'''Yardie''': '''So, I can commence. I know Traiva knows how this goes, but for the two of you as members of House Paupers, my job as a correspondent for the TownCrier is to showcase the Houses of Elanthia. The purpose of it is to showcase the history and offer avenues for those who may be interested but do not know about these places an opportunity to learn as I learn, grow as I grow, and perhaps join. I was looking forward to House Paupers because, from what I understand, it is one of the oldest Houses in Elanthia, yes?'''		'''Yardie''': '''So, I can commence. I know Traiva knows how this goes, but for the two of you, as members of House Paupers, my job as a correspondent for the TownCrier is to showcase the Houses of Elanthia. The purpose of it is to showcase the history and offer avenues for those who may be interested but do not know about these places, as well as an opportunity to learn as I learn, grow as I grow, and perhaps join. I was looking forward to House Paupers because, from what I understand, it is one of the oldest Houses in Elanthia, yes?'''

	: ''A passerby momentarily pauses by a rose quartz marble fountain, closes his eyes, and tosses a single silver coin into the water. With a grin, he walks away.''		: ''A passerby momentarily pauses by a rose quartz marble fountain, closes his eyes, and tosses a single silver coin into the water. With a grin, he walks away.''
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	: '''Traiva''' (nodding): '''Many, many years ago, when the Landing was still quite young and small, three organizations formed for the better of the community that had developed, each with their own goals and niche. House of the Argent Aspis, House Paupers, and House Phoenix.'''		: '''Traiva''' (nodding): '''Many, many years ago, when the Landing was still quite young and small, three organizations formed for the better of the community that had developed, each with their own goals and niche. House of the Argent Aspis, House Paupers, and House Phoenix.'''

	''I notice Trallihn moving stealthily into the area. A clumsy black ora golem arrives into the area following him, some rattling bone knuckles noisily heralding its arrival. But the noise came second. It was the...I do not know there are words in Common to describe the odor he produced. Rank and foul, I felt the nerves on my spine tingle and my nose flare in protest. Trallihn stretched. He leaned on me, and I noted the scent of soured seaweed, decaying fish, and putrid chum around him. He smelled like back home in the Folly...after a drunken binge and several bar fights with pungent sailors.''		''I notice Trallihn moving stealthily into the area. A clumsy black ora golem arrives into the area, following him, some rattling bone knuckles noisily heralding its arrival. But the noise came second. It was the...I do not know there are words in Common to describe the odor he produced. Rank and foul, I felt the nerves on my spine tingle, and my nose flare in protest. Trallihn stretched. He leaned on me, and I noted the scent of soured seaweed, decaying fish, and putrid chum around him. He smelled like back home in the Folly...after a drunken binge and several bar fights with pungent sailors.''

	: ''Traiva flutters her wings at Trallihn.''		: ''Traiva flutters her wings at Trallihn.''

IRONMANRS: /* Travia In Action */

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Travia In Action

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	: '''Taytum''': ''I am looking for someone.''		: '''Taytum''': ''I am looking for someone.''

	''I waved to Taytum. I imagined he would be another voice expressing their love and appreciation for House Paupers. He did not have the appearance of an officer. I should have noted his injuries, but my thoughts were elsewhere. Traiva, being in touch with her empathic abilities, beat me to the punch.		''I waved to Taytum. I imagined he would be another voice expressing their love and appreciation for House Paupers. He did not have the appearance of an officer. I should have noted his injuries, but my thoughts were elsewhere. Traiva, being in touch with her empathic abilities, beat me to the punch. It has always been explained to me that Empaths grasp injuries like others, and they connect with emotions, experiences, and memories. I trusted few to connect in this way. I did trust Traiva, however.''
	It has always been explained to me that Empaths grasp injuries like others, and they connect with emotions, experiences, and memories. I trusted few to connect in this way. I did trust Traiva, however.''

	: ''Yunni places an arm against her waist and courteously bows to Taytum, and smiles.''		: ''Yunni places an arm against her waist and courteously bows to Taytum, and smiles.''

IRONMANRS: /* Introduction */

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Introduction

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	''Chatelaine Traiva strides in with fluid grace, each footstep leaving behind a faintly glowing, deep emerald imprint of a sheep's hoof on the ground behind her. She walks over to the wooden bench and settles down for a few minutes' rest. She then flutters her wings, stirring the air slightly.''		''Chatelaine Traiva strides in with fluid grace, each footstep leaving behind a faintly glowing, deep emerald imprint of a sheep's hoof on the ground behind her. She walks over to the wooden bench and settles down for a few minutes' rest. She then flutters her wings, stirring the air slightly.''

	''Amusingly, she did not see me. Professionally, that it always the intent; however, in this case, either she mistook me for the flower girl and the fauna, or had been so preoccupied in her thoughts that she did not take note of my presence. I found that odd, so I drew her attention.''		''Amusingly, she did not see me. Professionally, that is always the intent; however, in this case, either she mistook me for the flower girl and the fauna or had been so preoccupied in her thoughts that she did not take note of my presence. I found that odd, so I drew her attention.''

	'''Yardie''': Tired?		'''Yardie''': Tired?
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	''Chatelaine Traiva strides in with fluid grace, each footstep leaving behind a faintly glowing, deep emerald imprint of a sheep's hoof on the ground behind her. A silver-traced carved mahogany cart comes rolling slowly into the room and stops.''		''Chatelaine Traiva strides in with fluid grace, each footstep leaving behind a faintly glowing, deep emerald imprint of a sheep's hoof on the ground behind her. A silver-traced carved mahogany cart comes rolling slowly into the room and stops.''

	''I ~~gave~~ Yunni ~~a friendly hug~~, stirring the scent of tilled soil intertwining across dew-laden verdant botanicals, the heady notes of earthy loam and naefira-blended tea leaves concealing a whisper of worn leather from her skin. Yunni hugged me. I met Yunni in Ta'Vaalor~~, I believe~~, but she frequented her nights in Plur's Pub. I appreciated and admired her joy. She was a rather cheerful person, optimistic and an enjoyed of company and a good drink.''		''I hugged Yunni, stirring the scent of tilled soil intertwining across dew-laden verdant botanicals, the heady notes of earthy loam and naefira-blended tea leaves concealing a whisper of worn leather from her skin. Yunni hugged me. I believe I met Yunni in Ta'Vaalor, but she frequented her nights in Plur's Pub. I appreciated and admired her joy. She was a rather cheerful person, optimistic and an enjoyed of company and a good drink.''

	: '''Traiva''': There we go.		: '''Traiva''': There we go.
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	''Yunni gasped at me. I explained this to Miss Luxelle when I toured TownCrier. Coffee is too bitter for my taste.''		''Yunni gasped at me. I explained this to Miss Luxelle when I toured TownCrier. Coffee is too bitter for my taste.''

	''I did. I've been an avid tea drinker, and I never cared for the bitterness ~~that~~ coffee provided, instead, ~~settling~~ on the earthy taste of a nice mild tea. To this day, I maintain that others think me odd for this.''		''I did. I've been an avid tea drinker, and I never cared for the bitterness of the coffee provided; instead, I settled on the earthy taste of a nice mild tea. To this day, I maintain that others think me odd for this.''

	: ''Yunni gazes thoughtfully at her Pauper's brew.''		: ''Yunni gazes thoughtfully at her Pauper's brew.''
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	'''Yardie''': '''Shall we begin? Or are we still waiting on Traillhn.'''		'''Yardie''': '''Shall we begin? Or are we still waiting on Traillhn.'''

	''I sniffed the air. One could spell Trallihn from an ocean away. Tabubu referred to him by the moniker of the threat in Mist Harbor, The Ancient Filth. I thought the name lacked originality and did little justice to the Living Landfill that was the Khanshael Dwarf. His personality was anything but filthy, warm like fresh dung, his heart and charm soft like the most pungent snot. Once he arrived, it would be hard to miss...and ~~hard to~~ breathe, in fairness.''		''I sniffed the air. One could spell Trallihn from an ocean away. Tabubu referred to him by the moniker of the threat in Mist Harbor, The Ancient Filth. I thought the name lacked originality and did little justice to the Living Landfill that was the Khanshael Dwarf. His personality was anything but filthy, warm like fresh dung, his heart and charm soft like the most pungent snot. Once he arrived, it would be hard to miss...and breathe, in fairness.''

	: '''Traiva''': '''We can wait a few minutes to see if anyone else comes, or we can start.'''		: '''Traiva''': '''We can wait a few minutes to see if anyone else comes, or we can start.'''
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	: ''Yunni blinks.''		: ''Yunni blinks.''

	''People often forgot that my brothers were rangers. ~~In fact, most~~ of the people ~~that~~ are important in my life and in my heart happened to have that touch for plants, nature, wildlife, and the like. Vaerno, Draelor's wolf, had enough ~~of a~~ temper to maul someone. Captain Foof, my brothers samoyed, was a different story.''		''People often forgot that my brothers were rangers. Most of the people who are important in my life and my heart happened to have that touch for plants, nature, wildlife, and the like. Vaerno, Draelor's wolf, had enough temper to maul someone. Captain Foof, my brothers samoyed, was a different story.''

	: ''Traiva poured herself a stemless flute of orange-infused sparkling white wine and took a drink from it, relaxing.'' (thoughtfully). "'''Anyone else can jump in as they get here, no?'''"		: ''Traiva poured herself a stemless flute of orange-infused sparkling white wine and took a drink from it, relaxing.'' (thoughtfully). "'''Anyone else can jump in as they get here, no?'''"