[wibeke]

Day 21



Junkrat spends the entire night celebrating and setting off fireworks displays with the kingdom. Completely exhausted from the events of the past few weeks and the party, he spends the next day relaxing in the sun with all of the animal friends that helped him out along the way.

He figures he'll run off and find somewhere new to terrorize tomorrow. The whole "helping people" thing was actually pretty fun, though. Maybe he'll keep that in mind for his next adventure...

[apprentice_]

[ login : rainichi ] day twenty one
characters;

▪ onion || lvl 3 alchemist || lawful good || 19 y/o
a farmer who used to travel a lot ! he's pretty useless in general, but he tries really hard! when he does manage to do something right, it's a big help. he likes to talk about his chickens.


▪ lis || lvl 173 knight || neutral good || 23 y/o
lis is a knight without a permanent home! she's the most useful member of the party when if comes to fighting, but she can be both airheaded and hotheaded. she just has a big head all around. she's p cute tho

▪ reuben || lvl 48 archer || true neutral || 21 y/o
kind of a jerk |'D reuben is always just looking for some fun, regardless of what he has to do to get it. he's kind of shady actually.
best not leave him alone for too long.


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The first day that the sky appeared blue once more, and not that vicious violet that threatened to swallow the country whole, kalons cried. When the grass turned greener, and wilted gardens blossomed once more, kalons celebrated. The monsters dispersed, hiding or perhaps deceased. Kalons came out from their homes to see the world reborn.

The king and queen were returned to their thrones- metaphorically, as the throne room itself was in shambles. Even in the distance, the scaffolding that surrounded the castle was greatly apparent. Repairs were made swiftly, but that’s not to say poorly. The building was more vibrant than it had been in years, despite every bit of wear and tear or damage caused by the boss battle.

Children wore crowns of flowers, and hummed merry tunes as they danced along brick roads. Markets became busy once more, with vendors selling fruits and bread, exotic jewelry and gold threaded cloth. The gloomy atmosphere of listless kalons lifted as quickly as the ever ominous clouds did. A country refilled with life, energy pouring into every soul.

The Summer Solstice rolled around, and like never before, it was celebrated. In the day, the scent of lightly charred meat and fresh dough floated through the air. People mindlessly followed the smell, intoxicated, and were delighted to find the source of it. In the day, street games littered the roads. Dunk your head in the water to fetch an apple; Land the ring around a bottle; Win a prize for your sweetheart, your children, your friends! In the day, there was cheer and a loud atmosphere occupied by boisterous laughs and conversation.

Lis played the strongman game, bringing the hammer down and ringing the bell. She gasped, but before she turned to her friends, she pretended as if she knew she’d win. Reuben rolled his eyes. Onion was already halfway to the food court, and he came back with a little bit of everything. He shared, almost reluctantly. Reuben liked the kebab, and ate seven more before dusk.

At night, the gentle breezes cleared the scent of food from the air, and left in its place the aroma of new flowers. Respectively, the villager’s didn’t pluck the flowers from the ground; There’d been no blossoms in so long, these were to stay, for everyone to enjoy. At night, voices were turned off as the sky cracked, and everyone startled, only to be captured by the lights and the colors. Fireworks lit up the sky and even overpowered the moon. At night, couples held close together, and families smiled and joked amongst themselves.

Onion laid on his back, and twiddled between his fingers the gem; What was once four crystals was one, and he wore it like jewelry. He had learned that when he walked by remnants of the curse, it crawled away and didn’t return. He supposed the land wasn’t yet rid of the curse, and his teammates faked their disdain as they came to the conclusion that this quest wasn’t over, that they’d stay together awhile longer.

As they each sat in the grass and watched the sky’s show, Lis leaned against Reuben. She turned pink, and he turned the reddest red Onion had ever seen. Onion had to help Reuben’s arm get around Lis. Both were so dumb, so nervous, that they were broken apart by Onion’s snickering, though he’d tried not to laugh. They both yelled at him.

In the morning, they planned to set off. Their fame was already overwhelming, even Lis had gotten over her big head and finally found it annoying. The three discussed that maybe, one day, they’d open a guild, and all sorts of heroes would join. They’d receive quests from afar, and rush to the rescue, and they’d always be victorious. They didn’t think about the day when this all might end for real.

They’d each gone on this adventure for various reasons. Lis had wanted a journey and fame. Reuben wanted to be entertained. Onion, well, he was forced, and only hoped to come back alive. Everyone’s goal was met, and although it sounds cheesy, they’d found something better than they’d wished for: They found each other, and nothing in their lives had ever made this much sense. They weren’t just a team anymore, pushed together by luck; They were friends, and so they would be for as long as the sun rose every morning, as long as birds chirped the days away, as long as the world continued spinning. They’d never be ungrateful for fate’s favor to them.

But this time- this time Onion was taking his chickens along the way. The team’s “mascots,” or so he called them. Well, it was hard for Lis or Reuben to say no to chickens dressed in costumes with tiny armor and tiny swords and bows and potions... They’d make for good apprentices.

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[-s-i-n-]

Tʜᴇ ᴄᴜʀsᴇ ɪs ʟɪꜰᴛᴇᴅ!
❝ I can't believe you did it. What a tale, what an epic! This is the final words now. No quest is complete without celebration. The Kalokairi Summer Solstice is upon us!
Tell me how your hero celebrates!
Tell us how this story ends. ❞

While very happy to have been successful in the killing of the beast, Astraea and her entourage were feeling rather tired. The day altogether had been stressful, frightening, and tiring. As they made their way down each of the staircases, Astraea had to make sure neither Pandora or Quinn would fall. Astraea was feeling a little weak herself but she could see how ill stricken Pandora looked. Quinn was walking with a near limp but Pandora looked like he was ready to keel over.

When they reached the front door of the castle they took a small break. A good amount of time later they arrived at the campsite in the forest. They made their way into the large camping tent and picked up the backpack that they had lying in the corner next to the blankets stacked up on eachother.

In the backpack lay hershey bars, marshmallows, and graham crackers. Taking them out, they stoked the campfire and sat on the logs in a circle around it. They began to feast upon the food, rejuvenating their energy. This was the snack they were waiting for and they finally managed to get to it. They didn't know when entering the building if they would come back out. They didn't know if they would die or not.

But here they were, enjoying a well deserved snack with the family.

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[Kyar]

Daily Prompt 21 ------- 368 words

Tʜᴇ ᴄᴜʀsᴇ ɪs ʟɪꜰᴛᴇᴅ

"And I was on one side with my sword, and Yushin came up behind her and I thought she was gonna be done for but she pulled out this green bottle and suddenly there were two of her, and I didn't know which one was real so I--"

"My goodness, aren't you two excited?"

"Mom!" Kibasha and Rita exclaimed in unison, racing into Valkyrie's arms as she laughed in delight, tossing aside her traveling pack and embracing her children with all the warmth and love they'd dreamed of across their journey. Opal watched with a smile, a laugh herself, then beconed the girls back over to finish fixing their hair for the celebration.

"Come, now, girls, you'll want to look nice for your presentation," she urged them tenderly, and dragging Valkyrie along with them, the girls returned to their seats and Opal selected another ribbon, weaving it carefully into Rita's hair.

"I had a dream about you, but it was a trap," Rita began telling her, wide-eyed as her mother as she heard this.

"A trap?"

"Yes, I was kidnapped, but Kibasha and Yushin saved me," Rita explained with a sweetly reassuring smile. Still, her mothers both exchanged a look of worry.

"You'll have to tell us all about it after you get your awards from the royal family, and we get some of that delicious spin sugar," Valkyrie chuckled. Both girls grinned, and suddenly, the front door swung open.

"Knock knock."

"Yushin!" Rita was held back by her mother's careful hand, but Kibasha went flying to his side, into his arms as he laughed. "You look so fancy," she teased, pulling at his new clothes.

"I know a tailor," he chuckled. "I think you look better," he nudged, and Kibasha giggled before returning at her mother's call.

"Thank you for keeping them safe," Opal sighed, but with a smile of relief at the whole party, allhome without a worry in the world.

"Are we ready?" Kibasha sighed. Opal finally nodded.

"Yes, yes. You three go on ahead," she insisted.

With a wild grin, her sister's hand in hers, and Yushin on ahead, the trio started off into the light, the celebration, the light of a new day.

[Midnightkitkat]

Prompt 21
Erebus & Janus
(156)
Everyone and practically every thing was at the festival. From Raffí and the chickens to Bri and his mystery date they all seemed to be having fun.
Music weaved throughout crowd in waves of melodies and twangs, pulling people into the dancing mood. Food stalls were set up all along the towns path ways, sweet and spicy smells mingling together to form delectable sents that made your mouth water. It was fun and it was peaceful knowing that the evil for now was defeated.

Looking across the gathering of kalons Erebus stood awkwardly away from it all, he wasn't one for large crowds. Humming along to the new tune the band had begun he watched in amusement as Janus tried and failed to get Chios to dance with the other chickens. Breathing in a calm steady breath Erebus examined the stars above in peace.

The adventure may be over but the story is far from finished.

[lovestruck]

Chapter Twenty-one: The end
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Characters::
Maua || lvl 199 assassin || 29 y/o
Maua is always angry or annoyed at something. She's rather sarcastic and kills with no guilt. She seems to be the main adventurer in the group. She's pretty much a jerk

Sierra || lvl 5 medic || 12 y/o
Sierra is pretty much useless. She complains a lot and is always scared about something. She can shoot a bow pretty well though? And she makes all of their medicinal remedies!

Melanie || lvl 10 knight || 27 y/o
Mel is nearly as useless as Sierra, originally a bartender, Maua forced her to come along on the journey. She's pretty sweet and talkative though!

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The three kalons returned to the small village where it had all started. Their adventure was over. The sky was a beautiful blue and large white clouds floated above like puffs of cotton candy. Maua had hoped to redeem herself for all the bad she'd done. She supposed she had, but she could never truly take back all the lives she'd taken. Sierra had hoped to find her parents, but instead she found family among Melanie and Maua. But now- Maua was leaving them behind. Melanie had simply hoped to get out of there alive, and she had. Somehow.

The cities were restored, the damages demons had caused repaired. It was as if no evil had ever set foot in Kalokairi. It was beautiful and serene, but it felt wrong. It felt as if the demon's still lurked somewhere, waiting to strike again. The three adventurers rented out a room, courtesy of Maua. They'd rest there tonight, for in the morning there was to be a festival. They were to wear their finest. Nobody knew of course, that these kalons had saved the land. Nor did they need or want anybody to know. And so, the kalons slept peacefully that night, knowing they'd ridded Kalokairi of a great evil, at least for now.

They woke to the sun filtering through the mucky windows. Maua got up, and sat in her bed for a moment. She hated dresses, and had only worn one in her lifetime. However, she supposed they were a great way to hide weapons, with all the billowy skirts and such. So, she'd wear one, for an occasion. Aparently all of Kalokairi was to be there. That included Raffi, who she had to admit she had a crush on. Maua played with the hem of her nightgown for a moment before getting up. She quickly slipped on a pink, rosy gown, smiling a bit as she twirled in the mirror. She brushed her hair, and hid some weapons among the folds of fabric. Perfect. She added some pink jewels to the outfit, and some her companions. Sierra slid into a deep blue dress, provided by Maua of course. She put her hair up and slipped a golden locket around her neck. She picked up the fire chicken, ordering him not to burn her dress. Of course, she had to take him with her! Melanie slipped on her own golden dress, and twirled. Maua grinned. "I suppose we're ready to go." Melanie chuckled. "So Maua, you're wearing a dress for the first time? No surprise there, I heard Raffi will be at the festival." Maua blushed, muttering, "Whatever." She smiled a bit when they weren't looking however.
The three kalons walked outside the door to find the festival had already started. Cheerful music played, and kalons danced with their sweethearts. Several booths were set up, and delicious aromas of spices and meats wafted through the air, easily making their mouths water. Artists called out for kalons to buy their art, and peddlers had parked their carts in the roads. Free wine was available, and several merry kalons drank it, laughing gauntily.

Melanie walked over to the intoxicated kalons, instantly making friends with them. They were rather friendly anyways! They complimented on her dress, and they always laughed. She soon enough left them however, finding company in some more peaceful kalons. She was so social it was easy for her to find friends. Plus, she looked absoutely gorgeous with her gown on. Several kalons glanced her way as the day wore on.

Sierra played with other kits, making flower crowns or playing tag in the fields. She'd occasionally ask around about her mother and father but nobody had seen them. Little did she know, they were asking the same questions all the way across the festival. Later that night they'd all return to the same home and reunite.

Maua found her way over to Raffi. She smiled, blushing a tiny bit as she looked at him. "Hello Raffi." He turned his head, a grin popping onto his face as he heard her voice and saw her. "Maua! How are you! I suppose you defeated the demons after all?" She smiled, but winced a bit at how loud he was. Several kalons circled around her instantly, asking her about how she did it, how she defeated the demons. She sighed, answering the questions, and giving credit to her companions, who the kalons left to go talk to. My, did they love some gossip. She turned to Raffi again, now that they were alone. With a gulp, she asked, "Would you like to dance?" He nodded, grinning. And so they danced the night away.

I suppose it truly was a happy ending for these kalons- at least for now.

[NightFlame22]

It was time for the biggest event of her life.

Cinna traveled back to the village and was excited to see the summer solstice celebrations were already in full swing. Colorful banners flapped playfully in the warm breeze, and festive lights glowed brightly against the darkening sky. It was a lovely twilight hour, but all the citizens of Kalokairi celebrated as though the day had just begun, and in a way, it had. Their renewed energy was infectious, for even though Cinna was very worn out from her adventure, she suddenly felt the need to join in the festivities. She wandered happily throughout the village, chatting with the shopkeepers and playing with the children. Everyone was as bright and happy as a summer's dawn; it was hard to imagine how such strong spirits were sapped by the dark curse. The summer solstice celebration was as big as they could make it; after all, it was the first time in a long while that they could have it, and they had just been freed from a great evil. The baker's stall was stacked to the brim with delicious cakes and candies, and the smell of smoked fish wafted from the royal chef's station. The musicians played a variety of peppy tunes, and a dance was held in the village square. The King and Queen themselves were among those who wandered the colorful streets, and many of the villagers came up to express their relief and joy at seeing the beloved leaders in good health. It was truly an occasion to remember.

Many kalons came up to Cinna as well, showering her with their thank-yous and small gifts of appreciation. Word spreads quickly through a small village, and it was no secret that she was the one who had defeated the darkness. Even the members of the royal court were humbled enough to present her with a small bow or curtsy, which made her blush thoroughly from all the attention. She did her best to gracefully accept the praise given to her, but in all honesty, being in the spotlight made her rather uncomfortable. After all, she was simply a local baker. She had gone on this adventure for a change of pace in her mundane-but-happy life; she had never expected to be the ultimate hero of such a grand quest. She was glad she could help free the Kalokairians, but a part of her longed for the peace and quiet of her home. The great journey was over; she had learned and grown and made many new friends, but now it was time to leave. As the celebrations came to a close, Cinna said her goodbyes. The villagers happily loaded her with all sorts of goodies and provisions to last her on her way home, not wanting their hero to go wanting after all she had done for them. With a smile and a wave, Cinna left the land of Kalokairi and all its magic behind.


GAME OVER. THANKS FOR PLAYING!

(500 words)

[~Soul~]

Prompt 21

Noah ~ Celestia ~ Edmund

With a sigh of relief out hero's take the time to breath and watch as the curse lifted. If felt as though the shadows where more pealing off the walls and the black smoke was vanishing before their eyes. It was a transformation to the new and shiny, with things being mended and cleaned. Everything was back to normal as it should be, and with that The Enchanted Forest Kingdom now had a new Ally.

In a little town off by the coast, one could see the little lights and the festival that was being held. fireworks glycine in the distance and sparkle in the ocean water. The ship was being loaded and three hero's where climbing aboard. There was no time for them to celebrate the summer festival. They had a long journey ahead to get back home and the sooner they started the sooner they could see their own cursed home for them selves.

Noah leaned on the railing of the boat watching the firework dance in the night sky. He was tired and yet had no desire to head to be quite yet. It was a pity they where leaving soon, but his time there was over, he did what he had set out to do and more. His brother walked up beside him and wrapped his arm around shoulders. Noah smiled "We should have fireworks more often" Noah pointed out, more or less making it a small request for his brother. His Brother chuckled and nodded in agreement "I can see what I can do for you."

Down below Celestial was being over seen by the ships doctors, with a bruised rib and all the small cuts being treated and wrapped up she had been in worst situations. She was tired and didn't fuss when they asked her to move a particular way for to stand and sit again. She was just glad she was bringing her boys back home, and hopeing after all this they had leant a couple of things that would help them in life.

The ship rocked back and forth by the dock as its big sails where being lowered by the crew on bored. It would be moments before it began to shove off and make its five day voyage across the great waters back to the familiar shores of home, then it was a two days ride to get back to the kingdom. Once they land they would pick up fresh horses and resupplies for the two day ride ahead. Celestia really wanted to stay and celebrate but with her injuries the rest was well needed ad deserved. She new the boys where also tired as well, and that was one reason she pushed for them to leave sooner then later. There where always be more festivals at home for them to enjoy and parties entertain when they got back home. Little did they know the party their parents where planning for them right now when they reach the gates of home.

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[angelshy]

Tʜᴇ ᴄᴜʀsᴇ ɪs ʟɪꜰᴛᴇᴅ!
❝ I can't believe you did it. What a tale, what an epic! This is the final words now. No quest is complete without celebration. The Kalokairi Summer Solstice is upon us!
Tell me how your hero celebrates!
Tell us how this story ends. ❞

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[ this prompt includes aelius + juliet + edmund ]

A jubilant shout arose from the kalons gathered as Aelius and Juliet stood side by side facing them, their twisted expressions of concern and worry slowly grinning into those of happiness and relief. The crowd was jostling and soon the air was filled with cheers as hats were thrown into the air and many were pushing quite fiercely toward the the heroes. As the kalons began dispersing themselves around the new heroes of Kalokairi, both Aelius and Juliet noticed someone in particular scanning the throngs of kalons until his gaze caught them. The kalon suddenly made it a matter of business to hurry toward them as he began approaching at an alarming rate with a hard expression written in the curves of his narrowed face. Aelius felt a cold terror grip his heart and he brought his paw instinctively to his side, ready to reach for his bow and an arrow if need be. In the corner of his eye, he knew Juliet had shifted, only slightly, as he felt one of her paws brush his in the smallest step backward. He almost thought he imagined it. But, when he cast a swift sideways glance at his companion, he saw the faintest glint of fear returning to her eyes, washing away the brief triumph which had resided there only moments before. He gulped.

As this stranger drew closer and closer to them, a sudden rush of kalons burst in front of him and he drew back, his lips curled in a snarl. But, none of the kalons swarming passed seemed to notice as they continued bounding on their way, bundles of food held tightly in their paws and the last kalon trailing behind in the group held fast to ribbons of bright yellows, oranges, and reds. The ribbons whisked past, momentarily obscuring the view of the stranger providing Aelius and Juliet their chance to get away. As they pelted away to follow the gathering kalons, the scent of food began to waft toward them and they remembered all their hardships, everything they had endured. The two heroes turned toward each other and understood without a single word what the other was thinking. If we could take on these monsters and there horrid boss, we can take on a mere stranger. Together.

Then there were off again, side by side, weaving easily through the kalons, past the tempting smells of food, past the townsfolk calling after them singing praise, past the lampposts which seemed to glow brighter now, past the ribbons of color, and past the bright faces of kits chasing after them for a bit then giving up with longing faces to meet the heroes who had saved them. Past all this. "Stop!" Aelius and Juliet whipped around in an instant, their ears pinned back, tails lashing at the ground beneath them, ready for another fight. There before them was the stranger they had encountered before!

For a moment, they stood face to face, fur bristling and eyes narrowed. But in this moment, they finally had a good look at this kalon. He's royalty?! Sure enough, a crown sat snug upon his head. It was gray with many cracks crookedly lining the surface. And upon his back lie a cloak held by a clasp, cracked as well, with a glimmering diamond set upon its center. Could this possibly be one of the royals they had saved from the monsters? One of the royals of Kalokairi?

Then, just like that, their bristling fur flattened and their tails no longer lashed upon the dirt and cobblestone. All three had straightened up and weapons were sheathed in their proper places. Aelius and Juliet had taken a long look at this stranger and they sensed he meant no harm or trouble at all. He looked quite worn out and they began to wonder if he had been one of the heroes to work alongside them after all. But, he spoke, and they were soon proved wrong.

His narrowed eyes were no longer and instead he stared at Aelius and Juliet with a hardening expression which reverberated an air of authority toward them. "I am not a royal of Kalokairi if that is what you are wondering. No, I am Prince Edmund of the burnt kingdom―" with that, both heroes gaped at this stranger who stood before them. The long lost prince! They had heard the tale of how a kingdom was burned down to the ground and it was rumored that the prince had survived and was in fact part of a great prophecy. They had only thought of it as a legend . . . until that moment. The prince continued in a voice which quickly saddened, "Only now have I learned that my kingdom was attacked, not by a rival kingdom, but in fact by this force of monsters and the terror they bring to all wreaking havoc and fear. But, now I know we will be safe from them, thanks to you two and the many other heroes of Kalokairi. You have my greatest thanks." And right there and then, the prince bowed before them and neither knew what to say at all.

But, just as they were about to respond, Prince Edmund had suddenly sprung to his paws and had darted right in front of them, his nose nearly touching theirs. "I am destined to bring back the glory which is my kingdom," there was a pause as his eyes were blazing and they darted from Aelius to Juliet, "but I cannot do it alone." Aelius and Juliet stared back in awe, "You're asking us?" Aelius wondered aloud only to be responded with a solemn nod from the prince. Juliet opened her mouth as if to ask something, but she quickly shut it once again when the prince began to speak again, "If you agree on this endeavor, please meet me at the doors of Kalokairi's castle. If you wish to refuse, then be on your way and do not burden yourselves to think of me again. Enjoy the remainder of the festivities, you both have earned it. I do not expect you to join me right away." Without another word, the sullen prince turned away, casting his cloak with a gentle wave as if it was his way of saying farewell.

Aelius and Juliet returned to the festival and they partook in the joy and celebration, their spirits high yet wondering inside all the same.

It was an end of one quest . . .
But, perhaps a second would await them?

[Alantica]

Prompt 21 - Art
Kalons Used: Winter