[chuuya nakahara]

Username: astrafrack
Name: lexina
Prompt:
anesthesia / lexina
Ooh, how you got your bell? Good question, user! Well, it all started when-
What?? I'm starting!
Ugh, whatever. Go ahead.
Ahem. We were going to the store to buy some socks. Because you can never have enough socks. Like, never.
Anyways, we were walking to Kalmart when suddenly-!
The town hall bells rang!
Hey!! What did I say?
We have to take turns!
No, we don't! As I was saying, the town hall bells rang. Which I had never heard before, since usually I'm at the nearby cat shelter. And its tune, oh its tune! It was amazing! It sounded like songbirds, like music, like-
Just get on with it!
Sor-ree! It sounded amazing. And I couldn't stop thinking about it the whole time we were at the store. But then I saw it! The giant, magnificent bell that I could wear! It as, of course, around forty dollars, but it was worth it! I fell in love at first sight.
Ever since then, I've been wearing it. The end!
Oh, and I bought about twenty dollars worth of socks. Hehe.

[waffle02]

Username: waffle02
Name: Saoirse and Bellamy
"Liberty" and "Fine Friend"

Prompt:
"Tell me about your Bell?
The student asked at the front of the class. Most of the students were silent with anticipation, it was a question they were curious about the whole semester. Professor Saoirse was happy to answer, though her magic students weren't prepared for the lengthy lecture to follow...

"You wish to know more about my Bell? Well that's easy to discuss!
My Bell is a treasure, an absolute gem. One of my finest creations, if I say so myself.
I love their beautiful shine that reflects the light of the sun. They make me feel joy when it appears to glow at dusk.
They are fairly symmetrical, though slightly rounder at one end. But their imperfections are what make them more beautiful despite the slight bend.
They tend to bounce joyfully around all the time. Sometimes a bit too roughly they can create such a mess. But at least they are always around me when we pick up what they left.
For a Bell they are quite silent most the time, but their beauty makes up for their lack of sound. Though they do their job well of telling others I'm around.
Many compliment me on my excellent craftsmanship, for its rather difficult to create such a vessel as mine. Though I have to be careful that other witches don't try and steal them, for my Bell is mine alone and I won't go around sharing them.
I named her Bellamy because she is my closest friend, quite literally and figuratively.
Though I can't deny she does most of the heavy lifting in our relationship...
...
That was a joke you get it right?
OH HOLD ON
You all seem to be confused?"

The class looked at one another with eyebrows drawn down, then looked back at their Professor standing in the center of the room.

"You realize that Bellamy is my vessel right? I reside in the bell round her neck. Bellamy is my finest magic creation! She is a form I created to carry me around, my favorite to say the least. I had many in the past, but I think she is going to be the one to stay. I guess this explains why very few of you in class seem to properly look me in the eyes."

Professor Saoirse laughed at her new students, who appeared to be embarrassed over the realization.
But that day they learned, when going to magic school your professor may not be exactly who you thought.
(400 words)
Extra:
Art by me (above)

[Kamiluna]

Mark

[nermal1999]

Username: nermal1999
Name: Lucas
Prompt:

Hay Beru? Are you still awake?

You know I always am.

Oh, right, sorry....

What's wrong? Can't sleep?

Not really...

"wanna talk about it? I may just be a Bell but you know I'm always here for you when you need me Lucas.

Yeah, I know... And thank you Beru

"Of course."
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For years the companion system has been at works in our world,
A company that specializes in those who are introverts, those who have bad anxiety.
For, People who have a hard time connecting with others,
For those who can't open up.

When I turned 21 years old I was finally eligible to sign up for my very own companion,
And i was shocked when I was told that they had already had a perfect match for me after accepting my application.
Most people have to be put on a wait list for such results to show,
So to be paired just like that, it left me speechless.

I had always be so alone, But then I met Beru. My companion. And my very first friend who just so happens to be a talking bell.
I was hesitant at first when I signed up for the companion system, and I was genuinely shocked when I was presented with a giant golden bell. But Beru was actually the very first person who ever understood me, it was like he could see right through the walls that I had spent years building in a single second.

And though this my sound stupid but for me in felt like it was destiny when I found that he was a perfect fit my old leather collar. It use to have a charm on it, but after some kids from my old school broke it off and threw it away I had given up on the thought of wearing it again. But know, I can, and I can even take Beru with me, where ever I may need him.

He can be a bit pushy at time, especially when it comes getting myself to meet other people, but sometimes I need a little push. But being pushy isn't the only thing that makes Beru, Beru.
For starters he's patient, and understanding towards me, and he always listens to what I have to say.
He makes me feel noticed in a world that's easy to disappear in.
He's supportive, and funny. He's the type of person that anyone could love, he's the kind of person that I hope to be one day.

But the best thing of all, is that, I know he's always here for me. And now I never have to feel alone because in reality I never really was. I had just become so blinded by fear to see that.
But With Beru by my side I look forward to the many friends that I'll be able to make.
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"Beru?"

"yes Lucas?"

"thank you... Thank you for being my friend."

"of course, I'm glad that we're friends."

"well, goodnight."

"goodnight... Lucas."

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[Discontinued]

Username: Discontinued
Name: Grazer
Prompt:


This cursed bell-- This wretched device that rules my anxieties and future. It unknowingly dictates my everyday thoughts; it holds control over my every action and response. For twenty-one years I have been haunted by it's golden sheen. This is no benevolent angel-- it's a devil in disguise. It's silent voice reminds me of my stagnancy. The cold metal against my chest whispers of my failures.

The day of one's birth is when they receive this "glorious" thing. They say it will only ring once-- moments before a big moment in the owner's life. But for all of my life it's sound has never been heard. On the other hand I have seen and heard countless stories of other bells ringing before significant moments such as meeting soulmates, receiving wonderful job opportunities, or even scrolling across a missing person ad online. So as you can see, in this society a bell's sound is extremely valuable. To have such nonsense as not a single chime in one's entire life is ostracizing. Sometimes I wonder if I truly am cursed to live a life filled with mediocrity and loneliness.

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drip - drop - drip - drop

"That stupid traffic...that stupid bus!" Grazer grumbled, readjusting the umbrella overhead. With every step the bell gently swung to and fro, hints of light glistening off it's surface from the nearby street lamp. The young kalon looked down at it as he walked, feeling as though it's weight only grew with each second.

Earlier that evening Grazer had received a wonderful job offer. It included a stable and rich income, comfortable work hours and plenty of enjoyment. But as if fate itself spat at him, he missed the very bus that would have granted him that opportunity.

"I should have known...you didn't once make a sound!" the kalon growled, clutching the bell with one paw. Tears began to fill his eyes as swirling thoughts of his misery filled his head.

"It's all because of you that I'm like this!" Grazer stopped and looked over the fence line on the other side of the road. The ocean waves crashing against the cliff-side filled his ears.
"I'm done with you!" he yelled, ripping the bell from his collar and rushing forward to throw it over the fence.

jingle

Before he could release the bell from his fingertips, it's sound echoed all around him. In seconds he frantically looked around, searching for an answer to it's sound. Out of the corner of his eye he was met with two bright lights rapidly approaching him. Grazer gasped and staggered, falling onto the concrete; just missing the edge of the car. He watched as it drove down the road, completely unaware of what just happened. The young kalon let out his held breath, tears of utter relief mixing with the rain.

Though it took twenty-one years, the bell proved it's worth to Grazer that day. Though he could die another day, he knew that very moment was the day he would have met his untimely demise.

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sorry for the rushed writing... totally forgot about this comp. ; - ;

[Aey]

Heads up! I'm extending this 1 last time by request. This is the last extension! <3

ENDS August 29th 8pm EST

[Aey]

Alright guys! You all must have really liked this one because the amount of effort put into these entries was impressive. Everyone with a complete form that was not edited past the end time receives an HM! I enjoyed all of these and really hope you guys keep the ideas you came up with and use them on another character. A bell accessory isn't limited to this kalon only! :D

That said, there CAN BE ONLY ONE winner XD

ROSEMOON is the winner for this kalon! I loved your entry and the gentle way you handled the subject matter. Congrats! <3

[melancollie]

Cone rats !!!
Tysm for the hm<33

[nermal1999]

Big congrats on the win,

I had a lot of fun making my entry and I 100% plan on making Lucas and Beru a thing,
Some point in the future!
That being said I'd like to keep my art if that's ok.

But big congrats ROSEMOON
And thank you Aey for the HM.
And congrats to all HM winners.

Have a wonderful day everyone.

[Camden]

Ahhh congrats ;;