[iBrevity]

oh they are so cute my goodness

[BlackMarbleCat]

Mmmm res

[iuno.]

res

[Softea]

username: Softea

kalon name: Nathaniel - Nathan Husk

why are they in the forest?:
Nathan looked up at the trees as the water fell on his face, he blinked a couple times rubbing his eyes, smiling. He sighed and started walking toward the stone pathway leading all the outside the forest, he usually never went outside the forest, only for groceries or maybe some trinkets to decorate his house with, such as small terrariums with mushrooms, he always collects the bioluminescent mushrooms since they match his shine. "Time to go to town." Nathan started walking down the pathway and continued to feel the rain on him, making his clothes look damp. He forgot his umbrella. Minutes later he saw the many lights of the city, glowing brightly in the darkly illuminated sky. He sighed and continued walking, of course until he reached the bus stop, which he then got on the bus which had been waiting there for over 3 minutes for him, he got on and waved sheepishly as he saw the bus driver was annoyed. "A-apologies sir." Nathan nervously chuckled as he walked to the back of the bus and sat down, waiting for the bus to reach the city.

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Nathan got up and walked to the front of the bus ready to get off, stepping off when the bus completely stopped and the doors were open. He waved goodbye, but the driver didn't acknowledge him and kept going, leaving him a little hurt, but he was used to it. Nathan continued to walk and reach the edge of the city, seeing many eyes which he has gotten before, but he was used to it, he didn't mind. Suddenly someone tugged on his sleeve and he turned around, it was a little kid, he looked around and saw no parent to the child. He coughed and crouched down looking at the child, "U-uh do you know where your parent is?" he said calmly looking at the child, she turned her attention to him and squeaked "I-I'm sorry sir! I'm sorry for bothering you!!" she started walking away quickly, but Nathan got up and quickly said "N-no I was just trying to help you-" he sighed, looking away with a hurt look, and continued to walk.
"This is why I live in the forest. Why I stay in the forest."
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extra:
He lives in a giant tree,, kind of like a hobbit haha,,

[duhl]

username: duhl
kalon name: alfie

why are they in the forest?: goes into the forest to pick plants to put in their books for plant pressing (wip)
extra: (optional, either 200 words OR 1 art piece)

[alyxmin]

username: pebby stone.
kalon name: male but prefers they/them pronouns

why are they in the forest?: silence.
complete silence.
a kalon was racing through the woods, their eyes flickering with fear.
they hit rock bottom a long time ago.
but this was the only time they could run away from everything he did.
they had no money, nothing at all.
how could they survive with nothing?
so they had to steal, and eventually, they had to pay for his crimes.
so they ran.
ran away into the forest.
after a while, his fur changed.
they put glowing mushrooms on him, to look scary.
they scared kalons off, even the police who tried to catch them.
they don't want to get caught.
so they always have to be on the run.
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may add
extra: (optional, either 200 words OR 1 art piece)

[sashiyaki]

Mushroom farmer idea kek

[roelian]

username: Katzuvo
kalon name: Agaricus ((a mushroom genus)

why are they in the forest?: During the daylight hours, Agar's fur shines in the sunlight, giving it that glowing appearance they he loves so very much. However, at night he does not have the pleasure of glowing like his forest friends do. That's why he's out here tonight, sitting amongst the trees. Watching small glowing bugs skitter through the leaves, thorax blinking slowly. There are fireflies around him, lighting up little patterns as they float through the darkness of the forest. It's no scary here, even being alone in the dark. He feels filled with warmth, with his silent friends on the ground.
It is also here, through the forest on the other edge that the ocean lies. He can hear the waves already before he even pads into the open sand. They are here already. Plankton. Beautiful, bioluminescent plankton churned by the waves. Their glow turning the water blue as it laps against the shoreline, mixing and twirling. This is really why he came out. The glow of life all around him, both physically and figuratively. He himself doesn't realize it, but he too is a glow amongst this forest, however his glow resides within.

extra: (optional, either 200 words OR 1 art piece) might do an art

[messenger]

username: messenger
kalon name: Morel

why are they in the forest? 196/400:
Morel is a chef for a restaurant. A restaurant that's famous for its mushroom dishes.
Of course, you can't always go to the store expecting that there be wild mushrooms
for sale. So, Morel had to find a close alternative.

Nobody knows where Morel goes every friday, and he's going to keep it that way.
There's always people asking when he leaves the restaurant early. They always get
the same answer. "Gonna go get some ingredients." Little does everyone know, he's
running off to the woods.

At this time, Morel takes two little straw baskets with him. He treks deeper and
deeper into the thickly wooded area to a little clearing in the middle of it all.
it might as well be called the mushroom paradise. Fifteen different types of edible
mushrooms grow there, each in their own part of the clearing. Morel has been taking
care of this place for years, making sure each mushroom species has its right growing
conditions. He's also keeping it a secret for years. He could not bare it if someone
found out about his growing patch, however, he can't help it if some hikers see him
along the way.

extra:

art by me

[wishbone!]

snart
a very naughty boy indeed
Zanareth Flask

Well, I suspect that if you were a cursed greenwood fairy, you might hang around the woods too. I'd also think that you'd reflect on your actions and try to get back to your realm. Our dear fellow Flask meets only one of these expectations.

Zanareth Flask is a mere creature of trickery and pranks. Despite being banished for this exact reason, he still creates plenty of trouble for kind folks who want nothing more than to connect with the wild. What should be peaceful walk develops into a situation of anxiety and fear.

Mysterious birds squawk and hoot with malice as bright, green eyes stare at you. Are you hallucinating? Is it just because you're out at night? You swear that the eyes are continually darting around the forest just to look at you. These dreadful things continue to stalk about until you flee back to wherever you've come from.

Conversely, Flask takes a great deal of joy from tagging along; stifling giggles through the whole ordeal. He doesn't care that his fun is at your expense. His antics have become so fantastic now! His bird calls have certainly improved. Nobody else appreciates the skill that went into his jokes and the sheer hilarity of it all. Jeez, how selfish of literally everybody else.

But whatever! Pranks are an art that clearly cannot be appreciated by all. Flask gives himself a pat on the back and continues to wander. If he keeps following this trail, he can return to his makeshift home. He's still learning his way through the woods. Perhaps he'll find another fool to mess with on the path! [ 271 / 400 ]