the land of faerres ARCHIVES [ NO POSTING! ]

[Taiyo]

Her heart was pounding so hard she was convinced it was about to pop out of her chest. It was a big day for Retsae and she couldn't help but feel a bit nervous and anxious. The very first step from the shadows of the curtains would change her life forever - was she ready? Taking a deep breath, the Faerre slid one dainty paw out and emerged onto center stage. She ducked her head shyly as she felt gazes drawn to her, running down her flank, observing her - like some prized beast ready to be auctioned off or won. Retsae frowned at the thought - she liked to think she had more value than that.

"My name," her voice came out soft and soothing as she focused her violet orbs at the far end. "is Retsae. It is a pleasure to meet you all." she dipped her head politely.

"I'm just one meagre tailor from Vinara searching for a companion and see what lovely things the world outside offers." the pastel colored Faerre allowed a small smile to grace her features. "I hope to leave with one who truly understands what being a companion really means. I wish everyone the best of luck."

Retsae will be judged in 7 days, June 20th, 2013, HK Time

Retsae Has Chosen

Retsae's paws ached by the time the gongs rang and signaled the end of the interviews. It was a strange experience for the young tailor - never before had making a decision seemed so big. Through these past seven days she met creatures big and small who provided answers that made her mind churn. She herself, didn't set a 'correct' answer and therefore was surprised at the definitions these creatures provided. Meeting new faces and learning a bit of the other made her feel cherished and she glowed with happiness. But one made her glow the most and as the spotlight reached her, she was ready to announce her decision.

"Thank you for coming everyone, this is a memorable experience that I'll carry with me for the rest of my life. I will never forget any of the wooers or words spoken before me today." the Faerre dipped down in a graceful bow before straightening and searching for the eyes of her chosen. "However, I'll leave with only one today, Elena... I'd like to join your family." the Faerre smiled.
Retsae has chosen you, mint.

[Taiyo]

It was like the assessment all over again, except this time instead of one pair of majestic eyes on his pelt there would be thousands and one would ultimately change his life forever. It was like heading to a battle unprepared, his paws tingled with unspent energy and his chest throbbed with nervous anxiety. Meeting with The Queen had been one of the most nerve wracking and fulfilling moments of his life - the day he uttered those sacred words that bound his soul to the royal family forever and the day he lost his curl in his tail. Keego took a deep breath and walked out from behind the curtains and was inwardly shocked to see so many lifeforms gathered below the Altar. His heart leaped up to his throat, pounding painfully but not from fear but excitement.

His strides were calm and careful as the light pelted warrior stepped to the front, meeting the eyes of The Queen seated in the front row. Blue eyes met his, glittering with happiness and support for the warrior, filled with emotions - like a mother sending off her son to a better future. He felt tears well up behind his eyes and he didn't bother with wiping them away as they dripped from his face. All the spectators should know how hard it was for a Faerre to leave their homeland - doubly hard for one such as a warrior to leave Vinara and The Queen behind. So they shouldn't mind the tears, they shouldn't mind the only rare moment of weakness a Faerre warrior like him allowed to show.

As his muzzle open, his voice was leveled and strong. "Dear creatures, I thank you for coming to the Altar today." Brown pupils glanced over the area, sizing up the different strengths of the beings gathered below. "I am known as Keego and I am a warrior ready to lend my strength to another." the Faerre drew out the sword and swung it in an impressive chain of moves before skillfully sheathing the blade again. "Under one condition,"

The visitors beneath the Altar seem to take in a soft breath, waiting anxiously.

"If you wish for me to come with you, prepare to show me your resolve. Reveal your purpose through action - and show me, a warrior, why I should choose you. I wish you luck."

Keego will be judged in 7 days, June 27th, 2013, HK Time

Keego Has Chosen

The last echoes of the gongs echoed within the petite warrior as the Faerre cursed his undecided heart. There were so many worth suitors out there. So many warriors and soldiers alike - how can he pick one out of so many that shared his same passion and ideals? The Faerre drew in a shaky breath as he sheathed his sword, the familiar comforting weight settling against his flank settling his panicking mind. With this decision, he'll be moving on. Moving from under The Queen's shadow to venture into the world and explore new territory, meet new opponents - he was not shaking from fear but from anticipation! His eyes turned from the audience to search the shadows where his chosen had fled to. Shaking his mane he gracefully leapt of his perch and approached the nimble one, shivering unnoticed by the others.

"Weak you might be." the Faerre started with a serious face as he peered at the creature in the shadows. "But a strong heart you own. I, Keego, will gladly accompany you, sir Nimbus."
Keego has chosen you, Azure23

[Taiyo]

Name: Eezy
Gender: Female
Personality: Messy, Obnoxious, Peppy, Optimistic

Eezy is won from Rejuan's auction by **Nightwhisperer**

[Taiyo]

A few days after Keego's departure the Altar was swept clean and prepared for another Faerre. It was at the hottest hour of the day, where the sun scorched the lands below mercilessly that Tserof did decide to leave Vinara. A petite Faerre walked up stage, brown eyes sweeping across the sweating audience gathered below. It was just a little test of endurance and personality. She wondered how the creatures would fair in the interviews after baking under the unforgiving sun for so long. Would they act grumpy? Irritated? Impatient? Tserof was curious to know, after all, she was a creature who had always been a bit sensitive to body language.

With a gentle sigh, the Faerre cleared her throat and addressed the crowd. "Greetings, I'm known as Tserof and I'd really like to know the reason you're here listening to my words and approaching me today. What are you searching for? What do you really want?" Tserof tilted her head to the side curiously. It was a simple question but one that could be extremely hard to answer truthfully - especially when she can easily sense a lie through body language.

Tserof will be judged in 5 days, 6th of July, HK time

Tserof Has Chosen

July 6th couldn't come quickly enough - even Tserof was feeling the effects of the sun and gratefully welcomed the sound of gongs. A lot of visitors left with Keego's departure; not many interested in a common Faerre like herself. But Tserof met many with different opinions and languages and she was inwardly awed by the sincerity of the creatures' words. Light brown eyes blinked slowly as she scanned the thin crowd seeking the one who shifted. His name was quite a mouthful - Tserof wasn't sure if she could remember it word for word but his body language roared 'experience'. It was interesting watching him. Tensed as a coil even as he bowed down to her in a greeting, eyes darting around and muscles tensed to leap in action in a split second's notice. She was so absorbed in watching his every movement she neglected to listen to his speech.

When she finally spotted his shape resting under a shade, she quickly leaped off the Altar and approached him. While most would see a proud, experienced -and maybe paranoid- warrior. Tserof read deeper - his motions though reeked of strength also hinted at a hard life. One that had to learn to survive alone. "I'm afraid I won't be able to pronounce your full name." she chuckled softly. "But I'd love to accompany you on your travels sweet one."
Tserof has chosen you, Mello-chan

[Taiyo]

It was a clear night with an occasional refreshing breeze traveling through the land of the Faerres. The Altar had been swept and cleaned for the big night - he stood silently behind the curtains with closed eyes and remembered. He could 'feel' the many presences that passed through the same area, the excitement, fear and nervousness that once permeated the area. The Altar was a place of parting - yet it held so many precious memories... and tonight he'll be apart of them as well. Blue eyes flashing open the Faerre pushed out from the curtains, following the phantom pawsteps of fifty-four other Faerres that had once shared the same stage. He stood under a spotlight and squinted at the crowd. The harsh light hid the size of his audience but Borris felt oddly calm.

"Good evening creatures big and small." he started softly as he sat himself down. "I'm Borris, a simple working merchant of Vinara. These days I've been craving for adventure more and more - the mundane lifestyle of a merchant was wearing me down - I knew it was time to leave." the midnight inked Faerre stood up swiftly as he paced to the front. "But what 'adventure' am I seeking? There are so many... some dangerous, some searched for knowledge... how will I know which type of adventure I should be going on?" the Faerre tilted his head sideways in deep though before a brilliant smile brightened his face. "I know! Tell me stories of your adventures! Tell me what there is out there for me to look forward to! Tell me what being on an adventure really feels like!"

Borris will be judged in 9 days, July 15th, 2013, HK time

Borris Has Chosen

Borris sighed as he slowly stretched his stiff limbs. Who knew the interviews could take so much out of one small Faerre? But the thoughts of the many stories told to him and the adventures waiting for him outside... Borris couldn't help but let a small smile break through his tired expression. There were a lot of adventurers and they were all so interesting. But... He turned his blue eyes towards the shadows to seek out the one creeping within it. This explorer held many promises and though his attitude left much to be desired... Borris laughed softly as he leapt off the Altar and approach the caracal.

"I hope I won't regret this decision as well my friend." he grinned.
Borris has chosen you, Midnightbird

[Taiyo]

Days passed without a single sound from the Altar - no bugles, no flyers - it seems the small citizens of Vinara were satisfied with their life, though the same could not be said for the visitors to the hidden land. Though it was nice to know that Faerres were happy and content, visitors came and went empty handed and some were beginning to wish for something, anything to happen as they stared longingly at the empty Altar. These conflicting thoughts made the atmosphere surrounding the old building dark and tensed, building up slowly until the Faerres began to feel the pressure as well. The rising tension was grating and many feared that a fight would break out soon. That was until the hungrily longed for familiar notes of the bugles lifted the stifling atmosphere around the area and once more the Altar was bustling with life.

Ferrison chose to reveal himself at twilight that day, his dark navy blue eyes scanning the hungry crowd below and flicked his ears. He walked calmly to center stage, his movements silent and graceful, yet communicated a hidden strength beneath as lean muscles rippled with every step. His fur was neatly groomed until it shined and upon nearing the front, the audience let out a gasp of surprise when they saw a dragon imprinted on his very body. The mythical creature seem to breathe and move with life in sky-like background of his pelt. It was like the blue Faerre had a guardian floating by his side.

"Evening my friends." his voice was calm, deep, regal. "I'm Ferrison and I seek art." he tilted his head to look at the sky and turned around. The dragon on his pelt rippling with life and movement, followed him and glared at the audience with it's bright blue eyes. "I like observing all kinds of art, it gives me peace and helps me soothe away conflicting... emotions when I'm troubled. The art here is unique but I know there is more out there and I'd like to explore these new places. But first I must find a companion." he sat down slowly and wrapped his tail gracefully around his paws. "Let me see your art."

Ferrison will be judged in 2 weeks, August 7th, 2013, HK Time

*Ferrison's theme is about 'beauty' this time. Formatting of the form is important! Try to prettify your forms. You can add art, write poems, stories, songs, etc. But everything must belong to or created by you!*

Ferrison Has Chosen

Truly he was stunned. He never felt so insignificant, so puny, so... small under the presence of such great art. I have been missing out... the Faerre thought in wonder as visitor after visitor showed him magnificent works of art from all around the world. He couldn't begin to wrap his mind around the existence of such artistic expression. But there was one that captured his interest most. The dragon printed Faerre turned around and searched the area, his head lifted proudly when he found the shape-shifter. Quietly he padded over to the napping creature and watched the furry chest rise and fall. The creature was plain in this form but Ferrison knew more than to judge others by their appearance. After all, he did witness the beauty etched on her skin in her human form. Smiling to himself, the blue Faerre curled into the shadow of the larger creature. Taking comfort form its warmth the young male let himself be lulled by the breathing of his new friend.
Ferrison has chosen you, Horneddragon

[Taiyo]

The curtains were swept open, allowing moonlight to wash over the oak flooring of the grand Altar. Gaea felt her heart flutter as she took one delicate step into the pool of light and out in front of hundreds of blinking eyes. It was a disconcerting sight.

She felt her fur rise with her mounting tension and the Faerre swallowed nervously, her paws kneading the unyielding floorboards. "I'm Gaea." she said, blinking amber eyes at the crowd. "I'm a Faerre that just reached maturity - I've finished my studies but I haven't been assigned a job yet. I- I'm not sure what I want to be and so I'm here tonight to ask for help." Gaea dipped her head timidly to the crowd and sat down, curling her tail over her paws to hide her shivering.

Gaea will be judged in 7 days, August 25th, 2013, HK Time

Gaea Has Chosen

There were many creatures from around the world that came to visit her that night and Gaea was truly stunned at the large range of animals and beasts she met. There were assassins, scholars, doctors - even creatures from a royal lineage! The young Faerre shuddered in her perch as the last visitor left the stage and the gongs signaled the end of the day. There was one visitor that left a strong impression on her mind. She came with unease radiating off of her and because of a misplaced step, fell within a few feet of her. Gaea had leaped back then, scared and uncertain about the new presence and her ... strange entrance. Not many chose to present themselves like that to Faerres they were aiming to woo. Gaea swallowed nervously and settled down and listened to her words. She was fascinated by the young human who seem to be in a similar situation as herself. Amber eyes widening when the girl leaned forward and whispered her name. Gaea couldn't help the smile blooming on her face - she felt special, being the only one in the area to know her name. Standing up, the young Faerre bowed regretfully to the suitors gathered below, took a big leap and ran towards the young female who bowed too deeply to the ground during their first encounter.
Gaea has chosen you, Wolf Shadowstalker

[Taiyo]

Name: Rebby
Gender: Male
Personality: Spaces-out, strange, quiet, likes stargazing

Reeby is won from Rejuan's auction by ---

[Taiyo]

It was night time when Sih finally chose to reveal herself. The Faerre stepped out into the moonlit stage, coat glittering and bathed in an ethereal glow and on closer look, one would find crushed gems sprinkled through her fur, reflecting and sparkling like tiny stars in a pelt of violet. The graceful Faerre paused on the stage, taking a deep breath to settle her nerves before she pinpointed her gaze at the far end of the crowd, seeing all but focused on none. "Good evening visitors to the land of Vinara. I am Sih." Tiny ears twitched atop her head as the tiny fox-like creature began pacing across the stage.

"I'm a collector of shiny things, I find myself drawn into the mysterious glitter and sparkles trapped within gems and stones. I've seen many gems, jewels and crystals of Vinara but I've yet to see some outside this land." Sih paused slightly before continuing in a softer voice, gentle eyes hooded as she faced the crowd. "Try my challenge. Bring me a gem that'll woo my pretty little heart and eyes."

Sih will be judged in 7 days, January 23rd, 2014, HK time