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EVENT | GUIDING LIGHT

Characters: ALL!
Date: June 1st-5th, 2014
Location: Keeliai, all sectors
Situation: Following Evandau's announcement about the soul lanterns and new housing, the Foreigners are shuffled around while Malicant's agents try to complicate this as much as possible!
Warnings/Rating: Possible mentions of violence from the cultists, plus various characters' reactions to moving.

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Fire Sector | Earth Sector | Metal Sector | Water Sector | Wood Sector | Cultist Shenanigans | Speak with Eva & Celaunn | OOC Plot Post

The new Basswood Commander, Celaunn, stands watch outside of the building with one ready hand resting on the hilt of her sword while her protectorate goes inside. A prodigy of magic as she is, liberating all the Foreigners' souls right out from under Malicant has left Evastelei far more expended than any of them care to admit. She looks as tired and worn as Evandau sounded on the radio post, but she tries to cover it with good humour, much as can be mustered given the situation. Eva's sent out messages to the ones whose essence she's felt resonate for each address and upon arriving, carries the lanterns into the new units whether they're all present or not... she's a busy lady and when this is all done she might just sleep for a week.

"Couldn't rightly explain some of these set-downs," Eva says as she goes about hanging the lamps up in the central part of the house. For most of the units, this equates to the main living area, though sometimes in the kitchen or unfinished room -- the layouts on each building has variations, after all. "One of those things you just have to feel, I reckon. Never figured Evandau much for leaving new bottles of wine on the pillows after all, so this will have to do."

While she's in the buildings, she'll run her hands over the wards built into the walls, letting them light briefly with various colours of light depending on the purpose, a symbol-based language not unlike runic illuminating at her touch and then fading to invisibility again.

"Now for these," she'll continue once she's sure she has all their attentions. "These are the best I could do on short notice, what with the Creature throwing all his resource at breaking Eshai's spells. That's why none of you could get into the Throne Room few weeks back-- that was a right bold move on your parts, by the way. See if you can't talk tall and smileless up there," she jerks her head toward the front of the building to indicate Celaunn, "into learning something from it. Chilu's are too by the book."

She'll explain how the lanterns are strengthened by proximity of those whose soul they house, and the dangers of staying away from them (particularly in a Dreaming state) for too long. "You don't want the Creature coming to rip you out of here," she says, jabbing them in the chest for emphasis, a deep frown distorting the burned scar on the one side of her face. "Be something like putting your insides through a wind shearer. Don't recommend it, that's for certain. Are you paying attention? Don't be moving these anywhere. With the power of these, I can understand why Eshai wanted to keep them close but keeping them from you... well, it wasn't the only thing she and I disagreed on."

Once she's satisfied that they've got as much information as she can provide at this time, she'll remind them as Evandau did: these lanterns are their Keeliai anchors and should they be destroyed, it won't be a trip back to their worlds that they can look forward to. "Without these, I can't keep you from being lost for good," she'll add seriously. "Good luck with them."

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The new buildings in the Fire Sector are just as extravagant as their former living quarters, with deep colours and rich fabrics. There are few overhead lights and instead, sconces of unburning fire like in the fountains are used to provide a soft, even light. Tinted and marbled glass has been used as accents in the various rooms, such as on table tops and door handles. Though only basic sets of furniture have been set up -- perhaps in anticipation of the Foreigners moving their own into this space -- it's still evident that the overall theme of the district has carried through. The names of these buildings begin with HOU.

The new buildings in the Earth Sector bear the same austere edges and corners of the former living quarters, favouring a colour scheme in neutrals and organic shades. The lighting is likewise neutral, calm and unobtrusive. Polished stone in a variety of textures has been used as accents in the various rooms, such as countertops and statuary placed around. Though only basic sets of furniture have been set up -- perhaps in anticipation of the Foreigners moving their own into this space -- it's still evident that the overall theme of the district has carried through. The names of these buildings begin with TU.

The new buildings in the Metal Sector remain hallmarked with the sleek lines and minimalist decoration of the former living quarters. A monochromatic colour palette dominates these spaces with only tasteful accent colours to provide spots of contrast. The lighting is likewise cool and white, giving these lodgings a sterile sort of feel. Brushed metals in silver and platinums has been used as accents in the various rooms, on an assortment of buttons that power these units' many amenities. Though only basic sets of furniture have been set up -- perhaps in anticipation of the Foreigners moving their own into this space -- it's still evident that the overall theme of the district has carried through. The names of these buildings begin with JIN.

The new buildings in the Water Sector have kept the relaxing and smooth vibe of the former living quarters. A cool-toned colour palette flavours these spaces, with dominating shades of blue, green and purple being most notable. The lighting is likewise cool and tinted faintly blue, pulsing with gentle rhythm as though connected to the tide. Organic accents like twists of rope for drawer handles and delicate bits of seaglass have been used to decorate these units. Though only basic sets of furniture have been set up -- perhaps in anticipation of the Foreigners moving their own into this space -- it's still evident that the overall theme of the district has carried through. The names of these buildings begin with SHUI.

The new buildings in the Wood Sector possess the same living trees as its former living quarters. Earthly tones of green and brown, as well (of course) as natural woodgrains from the trees themselves are everywhere. The lighting is natural and sparse, since sunlight provides most of the natural illumination. Elegant carvings have been used as accents in the various rooms, on everything from furniture legs to window shutters. Though only basic sets of furniture have been set up -- perhaps in anticipation of the Foreigners moving their own into this space -- it's still evident that the overall theme of the district has carried through. The names of these buildings begin with MU.

Unfortunately even with her escort, Eva can only visit so many new house buildings carrying armfuls of lanterns without attracting attention eventually. Malicant's growing influence is always spreading and those who have fallen under his sway (either willingly or unwillingly) and become zealots for his cause will attack if they see an opportunity. Sometimes they'll be wielding weapons stolen from the Palace, passed by the possessed guards... and sometimes they'll just throw themselves at their targets, using nails and teeth and whatever shapeshifting forms they think will do the most damage.

Celaunn will protect Evastelei fiercely, but it's clear that the cultists have a decent idea of what those lanterns might be...

While things are quiet and Eva is resting between trips before her next meeting, she and Celaunn will engage in conversation with anyone who asks. The Commander is a stoic woman, even moreso than Evandau was in the same role, but Eva will be more willing to engage in answering questions.

[ After he'd gotten his things placed in his new suite in Fire, Bakura decides to explore the rest of the new locales. If anything, watching people's reactions to this social upset will give him more information on them and that's always a benefit for him. It's not entirely a casual stroll however: he's armed, with a knife and the Ring, in case someone else decides to make a run at him. It's always good to know where your enemies are living too. ]

[ River wasn't entirely sure what to make of the whole "souls-in-lanterns" thing. She wished that Shepherd Book was here so she could ask him to quantify (talk of transcendence and the enormity of faith and suddenly there are paper lanterns, and it's not calculating in any system River knows -- and she knows them all) but he's not, so she'll do her best.

River decides that the best way to learn about who's living in what house is to knock -- or in some cases, just walk right in. ]

[ He has a lot of ground to cover, though technically air as he's zipping along about ten feet off the ground. While he was sharing the new housing with Zatanna (and Armin, and someone else who hadn't shown up yet) he still wanted to know where others were located so he could get to them quickly if necessary. Especially with all the happenings of the city lately, and even the normally easygoing and impulsive spirit wanted a backup plan, just in case.

So those who could see him would find him flying overhead, trailing cool breeze and even a few flurries that only survive a couple seconds in the warmer temperatures. It's hard to think that it's June now, halfway away from Winter, but he thinks maybe if Keeliai stops being so crazy for a couple of days then he'll ruminate on it later. He's scanning the new buildings for familiar faces, but anyone's welcome to hail him. ]

[Once he's had a chance to move into the new building, explore his new digs and chat it up some with his new roomies, Rex decides it's time to get out for some fresh air. Aside from needing a little time to consider this new situation, he's not sure he wants to be indoors where he can see those lanterns. At least not for a short while, anyway. While Rex has always been a thrill seeker and a risk taker, knowing that his soul is being held in such a small, rather exposed vessel like that is not doing his mood any real favors. It's an unsettling sort of risk and leaves him feeling more than ever like he's been shackled to his current situation.]

[Using the Sky Slicer hover board, Rex flies out over the city to see how relocation is going for the rest of his fellow Foreigners. He stays as low as he can when navigating the streets, though high enough to avoid pedestrians, carts, vehicles and all else that might otherwise get in his way on ground level. He'll slow down as he enters the housing area in each sector, on the look out for people he knows or anyone who looks like they might be interesting to drop in on.]

['It could be worse', it's Clark's thought through all this ordeal. He knows he got off lucky being allowed to keep Lois nearby- but even though simply the fact that they managed to survive when the threat to their own soul had been so real... he could count his victories. He wasn't exactly happy to think they were trapped inside something so fickle and easily broken, but he'd dealt with his fair share of weird stuff to roll with the wind on this one, and he'd rather keep a close eye on them himself. He was actually more worried about the fact that they had spent so long without knowing.

But maybe other people didn't share his optimistic trail of thought. So he has decided to go on some sort of quest, trying to find out how everyone he cares about is taking all of this.

So in his normal Clark clothes... maybe he already knows you and is simply checking on you. Maybe he was checking on someone near where you live and now he's bumped into you. Or maybe you just had a horribly worried face and he decided to check what's up...]

[She can't find people. There's so much going on and while Sarah has no objection to moving, more so when it's for the safety of everyone, she can't find the people she needs the most.

So here and there in the crowd is a tiny blonde girl with a bag slung across her back, stopping from time to time to look around and scan the area.]

Oh man, where are you all...

[The move to the new building goes easily enough for Hawke. Beyond clothes, weapons, and his dog there wasn't much for him to actually move. It's a small blessing considering he's still recovering from injuries but most are little more than a dull ache now.

With Notch at his side, Hawke decides to see how the relocation is going. He wants to know who moved where and update his mental map of the city. Things have changed since the attack. Now it's time to reacquaint himself with the city.]

Edited 2014-06-04 17:19 (UTC)

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