[Chimericect]

Exploration || OCTOBER || In search of a rare plant in woods

“We need more herbs, Nunchi.” Yacha whispered, holding onto the bear-fur covered saddle that sat on Nunchi back. “Why don’t we try a new area for once?” She asked curiously, patting Nunchi on the head.

Sounds good, but we have to be careful. The further we get from the tribe the more dangerous it seems to get. Nunchi thought, letting out a low yip before trotting at a faster pace. She wasn’t quite sure what they were looking for, she only knew that it was something that had to do with a recent outbreak of a new sickness that spread like wildfire throughout the tribe. Contagious, but not yet deadly, so it wasn’t a huge deal, almost had already recovered from it

“Over there!” Yacha exclaimed, pulling the reins and stopping Nunchi in her tracks. “What’s over there?”

Nothing good, my girl. Nunchi thought, however never disobeyed her master. She trotted with great caution, her ears pinned back. A low growl emitted from her throat; a warning to any threats that may be around.

“Don’t worry, we’re going to be okay.” Yacha promised.

Oh how wrong she was. It was like a movie scene, with how well timed it was. Nunchi has only taken a few steps before a wolf had lunged from the side, sinking its hungry jaws into nunchi’s flesh.

Nunchi let out an angry cry, snarling at the wolf before snapping at it aggressively. It did not back down, and managed to slash at Nunchis face, temporarily blinding her as she continued to bite the air, hoping to grip the savage creature.

Yacha drew her weapon, lunging at the beast with no fear, the combination that the two provided being enough to chase the wolf away.

“They get closer and closer to the tribe every year. We hadn’t even crossed that far past the border this time.” Yacha sighed, looking to her bleeding companion. “I’m so sorry, Oh my spirits.” Yacha cried, immediately grabbing things from her bag to help the injured Chyro. “It’s gonna be okay, i swear. I’m so so sorry, next time we won’t go this far. We’ll stay in the borders,” Yacha mumbled as she worked.

Nunchi wasn’t angry, just hurt, but relived Yacha was okay. Hey, they learned for next time!

379 words

[Chimericect]

Exploration || OCTOBER || A nice walk in the grasslands

Nunchi was exhausted; it had been a long recovery after the trek back home. To her ‘delight’ the wolf bite had been infected only a little while after the paste had been applied; meaning she was stuck in the cave much longer than she had originally hoped. Despite this setback, she recovered with little damage, and was able to go back out on her own once again.

Yacha had a busy day, so she requested that Nunchi go to the grasslands for a little while. You know, search for things that may be important. Nunchi decided this was a type of rehab attempt, but she wasn’t going to disobey. Besides, she needed it. She missed the outside, and was especially excited when she felt the warm sun on her pelt. Even the frosty air made the top of her mouth curve up into a smile; she loved it.

As she trotted through the large blades of grass, each frosted with the glaze of snow that would soon bury them, ending their lives with the first real snowfall. Nunchi grinned, sniffing the ground for anything she could find, thinking of snowball fights and other fun games she and Yacha would be able to play when they had some time off. However, she knew it would be hard, especially in winter when everyone would get sick. Still, she had hope.

Nunchi picked up small things that she figured Yacha would enjoy. Small trinkets, flowers, that sort of thing, before making it back to the den to show off her newfound items.

259 words

[Chimericect]

Exploration || OCTOBER || A trip to the city, unfortunately


“We’re going where?” Nunchi asked Yacha her eyes widening in horror. The city lands, home to polluted air and trash filled streets. Nunchi has only ever heard the stories, the legends of those who would go there and return with a newfound appreciation for the simple outdoor life they lived.

Yacha, although she couldn’t truly understand Nunchi’s yips, has a special connection and had a feeling that Nunchi was none too pleased. “We don’t have the necessary medicines, I know the city dwellers will. They are more advanced than we are. It’ll be okay, I promise.” Yacha soothed, stroking Nunchis fur lovingly.

Nunchi let out a low growl, she hated this idea. It was a 2 day walk there, although if possible she could cut that in half if they had minimal breaks. Nunchi was prepared.

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A day and a half later, Nunchi and Yacha made it to the so-called city, which was no better than what they expected. Nunchi swears she could see a cloud of grey smog surrounding the entire city, but it could’ve been her imagination.

As Yacha went in, Nunchi was ordered to stay nearby, but allowed to wander if need be. A special tag was given so passerby’s would know not to mess with her; it was a helpful tag.

Nunchi was incredibly curious, despite the rather unduly environment. She trotted into an alley and foraged for various things, although most of which she didn’t find to be too appealing. Still, she had her fun.

[ roll will continue the story bc idk what she could find in the city oops ]

251 words

[.lucifer]

forest
Deep in the forest, you find an altar of roots and branches. Looking inside, you feel power thrumming from deep within.
you received a medium-strength necklace of doom!

Necklace of Doom -- Magic

This item, like simple accessories, can be worn or kept by your chyro, or you may keep it in your inventory to give it to another chyro later. Whichever chyro you give it to can be drawn wearing it, and can now be shown using magic over the specified element in future artworks/stories.

grassland
While standing on a tall rock, something catches your eye.
You received a bird feather!

Bird Feather -- Accessory Item

You may give this item to your chyro as an accessory, have them keep it, or add it to your own personal item inventory for use later. It does not affect your chyro's stats, only their physical appearance.

city
In the distance, a hurt animal cries. Following the sound, you manage to save a fox from a group of bullies.
You befriended the fox!

Fox -- Companion

your chyro has befriended a companion animal! this animal may now be drawn/written with them for extra experience in a piece.

exp calculator
(710+379+259+251)=1599 words: 16 exp
monthly bonus: +10 exp
exploration bonus: +5 exp (*3)
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16+10+(5*3)= 41 exp gained total

[Chimericect]

Exploration || City || November

“We’re really going to the city?” Achyls gasped. She had never been to the city before! Oh man, what a wild and exciting event! She couldn’t imagine what it would be like, all of the sights, the smells, the wonders! The food! Oh man, she heard city food was always the best.
“Yeah, we are.” Nunchi murmured bitterly, not really paying much attention to the young Chyro. “Don’t get too excited, it’s kind of gross.”

“What do you mean?” Achyls asked curiously.

“Don’t mind her, she just doesn’t see the beauty in it all,” Phoenix murmured, trotting in between them. Apparently, once a month the tribe would go to barter with the city dwellers, the more advanced people that used horses instead i chryso’s and lived in a much larger, disconnected “tribe.” Phoenix described it as many small tribes living and working together, but sometimes they didn’t even work together! Just coexisted. Achyls thought it was amazing, how cool would that be? Think about how many friends she would have if she had went there!

“It’s gross, and very unsanitary.” Nunchi murmured. The small fox kit that sat upon her head gave a small chirp of agreement. “Even Grey agrees, and she lived there.” Nunchi added.

Achyls tilted her head. “Where did you get the fox from?”

“The city, during my last visit. Poor thing was in the trash pile, probably looking for something to eat. Have I mentioned how disgusting the city dwellers are? So wasteful, too. I don’t like going there.” Nunchi grumbled. Yacha sensed her chryso’s discomfort and chuckled. “It’s alright nunchi, we won’t go for very long.” Yacha, her rider and best friend, murmured. Nunchi yipped delightfully, glaring back at Phoenix for a moment. “And don’t prolong this, okay?”

“Why would I ever?”
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When the trio arrived, Achyls was amazed. It was much different than tribe life, the buildings were much bigger and much fancier, the road was harder and different looking than the dirt that she knew and was comfortable with. Nunchi scoffed at the amazement on Achyls’ face.

“You’ll get used to it. I was amazed too the first time I came as a pup, then i stepped in trash. It’s not all that great. And watch out for the people, the humans here are rude and will take your stuff, no questions asked. They care very little about your personal space.” Nunchi complained.

Achyls could tell she meant no harm in these comments; she was just giving a warning based on prior experience. Regardless, Achyls wished that Nunchi would lighten up a little. To her delight, Phoenix began to speak.

“I can show you around once the riders go to the trading hub.”

“Cool!”
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“This is where I see a lot of the best food,” Phoenix began, nodding to a large building. Behind it sat a small pile of garbage, as Nunchi had predicted. Grey the fox companion tucked herself away in one of the pouches that nunchi carried, not wanting to go back to the filth again.

“And here is where I see traders make things that humans wear! It’s super interesting, I enjoy watching it all.”

“They let you in?”

“Nah, I watch from the windows until they shoo me away. For some reason a lot of the humans here dislike our kind.” Phoenix murmured, a hint of sadness edging his voice.

“But it’s ok, we usually don’t stay long.” Nunchi sighed. “We should be going soon, they’re going to get worried about us otherwise.”

“I agree,” Achyls murmured, looking at a few people pass that gave her the chills. “We should leave.” She hated to agree with Nunchi, but she no longer had the feeling that she was welcome here. She hadn’t noticed before, but those passing by would glare at her, some whispering something to those they were with, or just wearing a face of pure disgust. She swore she heard one say “fleabag,” but that could’ve been her imagination now.

“So soon? We only just began the tour!”

“Phoenix, lets go.” Nunchi growled, turning around and trotting back to where their riders were. Phoenix sighed, pinning his ears. “Maybe next time then, Achyls.”

“Yeah,” Achyls murmured. “Maybe next time”
[ 701 words ]

- 2 other chryso’s featured
- fox kit companion ( grey ) shown

[.lucifer]

Your paws, weary from travelling on pavement, stop at an enclosed alleyway. While you lick your sore pawpads, something catches your eye.
You received a baseball bat!

baseball bat -- accessory item

You may give this item to your chyro as an accessory, have them keep it, or add it to your own personal item inventory for use later. It does not affect your chyro's stats, only their physical appearance.

exp calculator
701 words: 7 exp
companion included: +5 exp
exploration bonus: +5 exp
+2 extra chyros: +50% exp
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(7+5+5)*150% = 26 exp gained total