For Solodin ( Closed)

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ℌ𝔞𝔴𝔱𝔥𝔬𝔯𝔫𝔢/ 𝔔𝔲𝔢𝔩𝔩/ 𝔪𝔞𝔩𝔢/ 𝔏𝔬𝔠𝔞𝔱𝔦𝔬𝔫 : Solodin Square/ 𝔗𝔞𝔤𝔰: Donatello?

As Hawthorne walked through the square, Quell greeted him cheerfully. " Good morning, sir" " Hello, Captain!" " Beautiful morning, isn't it? The Yellow Quell certainly created a lovely sunrise, didn't they?" . The stern soldier smiled a bit, greeting them back with a small wave. " Yes, ma'am it was a lovely sunrise." He said, with his charming smile " Hello Mrs. Williams, how are your children? And Good morning to you as well, Sir". Hawthorne's charismatic personality, social status and fame on the battle field made him very well respected. He, and the other Noblemen and women, and the Royal family were often treaded like celebrities. But, like any high classmen, a few Quell hated them for their status. Though, Hawthorne didn't mind the people that hated him. He shone in the spotlight and loved all the recognition that he had earned, even with it's disadvantages. Like how he couldn't walk down to the bakery to get breakfast in peace. Hawthorne was patient though, he looked a little happier than usual. He looked around the busy square as he walked, spotting Donatello. Instantly, his expression darkened. Wasn't that the man who hung around that Mix? He thought. Hawthorne didn't approve of Mixes. There were only a few living in Solodin and he didn't trust any of them. In his opinion, they had bad blood and were abominations.

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Donatello Lyttleton | Quell | Solodin Square | Tagged; Hawthrone

Donatello kept a steady, even breath as he mentally vomited over how nice everyone was in the morning but he understood not everyone could be as negative and cynical as he was all the time. True, he was nice to those in power when he had to be such as the King and Queen but otherwise he expressed his feelings as he felt them. His gaze darted to Hawthrone. The guy was someone you couldn't just miss seeing when you walked by him. He practically glowed with his cheerful smile and warm personality. Truthfully, it made Donnie sick. Sure the guy was a living role model for a lot of people but not everyone could be a soldier. While Hawthrone was loved for being a just that, Donnie was respected for his one of a kind inventions. Actually...that was all his family was known for. He sighed, just briefly thinking of the work that still needed to be completed on his latest project. Then he smirked, eyes shining with mischief as he returned his attention to Hawthrone. "Careful Hawthrone. With an expression like that, you're bound to scare off the kiddos" he called out, nodding towards the group of kids playing in the square.

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ℌ𝔞𝔴𝔱𝔥𝔬𝔯𝔫𝔢/ 𝔔𝔲𝔢𝔩𝔩/ 𝔪𝔞𝔩𝔢/ 𝔏𝔬𝔠𝔞𝔱𝔦𝔬𝔫 : Solodin Square/ 𝔗𝔞𝔤𝔰: Donatello

Hawthorne was a bit surprised by Donatello's call. Though, his expression didn't waver, it was clear that Hawthorne didn't like the dark, cynical man. But, like with most Quell, Hawthorne was docile and friendly. He wasn't looking for a fight- not here at least, with a noblemen. He cleared his throat, mustering up a fake smile. " Well, if it isn't the famed mysterious inventor." He said, raising his eye brow. Hawthorne came a bit closer, the smile fading, " What brings you out here to the Square?" He asked. At least he was making an attempt to be friendly. Hawthorne knew his place. He was Captain of the Royal guard and the King's son, which made him just a bit above a nobleman. But, he was also very popular. Everyone in the Square would see if he and Donatello were anything less than friendly. It would be all over tomorrow's newspapers if they started an argument.

[DarksideQueen18]

Donatello Lyttleton | Quell | Solodin Square | Tagged; Hawthrone

Although Hawthrone and Donnie were of nearly the same height, Hawthrone was obviously more built than Don was though that didn't intimidate Donnie one bit. Rather, Don knew that Hawthrone was to maintain peace and starting any kind of fight would look bad on both of them. Not like he cared about how others saw him but that may be entirely different for Hawthrone. Using this to his advantage, he sarcastically replied "Oh you know, walking around, being useless, and sucking up to everyone with my winning personality. " He sipped his coffee casually, "I see you excel at doing the same". While Donnie didn't exactly like Hawthrone, he did respect him in a way. They both shared a dislike for Howlers and Humans but Donnie just had a less destructive viewpoint on the matter. After all, why destroy the Howlers and Humans when they could simply become the pawns of the Quell?

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ℌ𝔞𝔴𝔱𝔥𝔬𝔯𝔫𝔢/ 𝔔𝔲𝔢𝔩𝔩/ 𝔪𝔞𝔩𝔢/ 𝔏𝔬𝔠𝔞𝔱𝔦𝔬𝔫 : Solodin Square/ 𝔗𝔞𝔤𝔰: Donatello

Hawthorne's expression darkened more. Donnie very obviously knew how to get under his skin. Useless? Sucking up to people? He thought, At least I'm well liked and i'm not a coffee drinking vampire. Hawthorne didn't bother faking a smile this time, a real smile playing on his lips. " Very well played" He complimented, " Though, at least I have a real job protecting the city and I don't spend my days playing with tinker toys." Hawthorne said, his voice not dropping it's falsely friendly tone. Though Hawthorne was secretly impressed with Donatello's ability to invent useful things. All Hawthorne knew was his job. Though, he was one of the best warriors in Solodin, that's all he had ever done. He couldn't begin to understand the inventions Donatello and his family had created. For that, he had a respect for him.

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Donatello Lyttleton | Quell | Solodin Square | Tagged; Hawthorne

"Thank you" Don replied, feeling at ease. He was in his element and he knew how to play his cards right. Talking was easy. Though say he were in an actual fight then he would've been on edge and uncertain about how he should proceed. The combination of intelligence and words could prove to be a deadly weapon. "Though people would have a slightly tougher life without the toys I make. Much less enjoyable lives perhaps? Oh and don't even get me started with the amount of orders I got from those who wanted energized weapons after I made my first successful prototype" he sighed looking away, his expression becoming forlorn "But still..." he looked back to Hawthorne, a sly smirk coveting his face, "At least I'm a free man and don't take orders like a dog. Oh wait. Doesn't that make you part Howler in a way?"
Donnie sipped his coffee.

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‽ Meghan Laroui
[human] [location: forest] [tags: open]
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Meghan hurried out of the door, disregarding her uncombed messy hair. The early sun signalled the start of her shift. As she walked down the sidewalk to the grocery store, she had a sinking feeling that she misread her schedule and she woke up for nothing. Better safe than sorry. The chime of the bell at the door let the owner Ethel come to greet whoever entered. With a wide smile, the old lady gently confirmed her suspicions "Oh, darling, I got it this morning. Thanks for coming anyway. Take this day off and maybe find a cute guy." Or girl. The dishevelled girl let out a long sigh and covered her face with her hands, contemplating her entire life. She let her hands fall and turned her head away, too ashamed to make eye contact after the silly mistake "I'm sorry. I can still help out if you like." Ethel kindly declined her assistance, "I'm fine on my own, thank you. There's a fresh pot of coffee in the break room. Help yourself. It's too early for you to be running around. See you tomorrow." Discouraged by the missed opportunity at overtime, the broke 19-year-old went for the free coffee. After the second cup of burnt brown water, Meghan left for a smoke to counter the jitters from the caffeine and cauterise some stress from today's mishap.

Ethel was wrong. There were many people milling about. Too many for the introvert to be comfortable. Maybe I'll find a cute guy in the woods. Her destination changed from her bed to the forest. The forest was always beautiful and calming. Trees and animals didn't suffer the same problems as her. She leaned against a tree, and took a long drag from her carcinogen stick. Huffing out the smoke smouldered her worries. A wind blew past, so she ducked into the bushes to shelter the burning tip. Meghan tripped on a jagged rock and stumbled around, losing sight of the trail. [insert acceptable curse here] If not for a cigarette, I wouldn't be disoriented. Usually she'd be unsure of where to go and would sit down until she decided to be smart and use her phone, but she forgot to charge her phone during the night and it was tucked in her pocket, useless and dead; something that she would be if she didn't find a way out of this mess. She lifted the cigarette to her lips again and inhaled the taste of ash, then blew out a lungful of smoke. Wherever it curled, Meghan headed in its direction and ventured deep in the uncharted brush.


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// Magnus Trald | Howler | Forest | Tags: Juniper \\
Following the scent trail of prey, Magnus came upon the magnificent waterfall and a Howler scouting party. He saw one, hesitant to approach the border and scowled at them for not effectively doing their job. The steadfast hunter nudged the scout,"Scared, brother? What if they launch an attack on us now? Use their fancy magic?" He hefted up his broadax "Don't worry. We got good old-fashioned weapons and family. I hear they have a hierarchy where the peasants don't get a say and struggle under rich fat lazy nobles, because one blood is better than another. We all bleed and perish in battle." He spat on the ground. "I hate them." His canine nose picked up a scent that wasn't food but still piqued his interest. "Do you smell that burning? Smoke? It's too early in the day for them to light the fire pit." he enquired, gesturing for them to investigate because he knew that they were both uncomfortable near the border and they might appreciate a chance to get away.

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ℌ𝔞𝔴𝔱𝔥𝔬𝔯𝔫𝔢/ 𝔔𝔲𝔢𝔩𝔩/ 𝔪𝔞𝔩𝔢/ 𝔏𝔬𝔠𝔞𝔱𝔦𝔬𝔫 : Solodin Square/ 𝔗𝔞𝔤𝔰: Donatello


Hawthorne wasn't exactly a master of wits and turns of phrases. He was much better with a sword than with words. Sure, he was very intelligent, but pretty evident that he was out of his element. His rising temper made it hard to come up with anything remotely docile. But, Donatello calling him part Howler? That was going to far. Hawthorne gave a slight growl, his expression darkening even more. It seemed he could be just as dangerous as he was friendly. " I don't take orders, I give them" He hissed, " Don't you dare compare me to those filthy animals. " Hawthorne looked as if he were going to attack Donnie. Their banter had gone to far when Donatello had called him a Howler. " You don't know what it's like out there. " He said, looking at him with disgust, " You spend all day inside, tinkering. You're soft" Hawthorne said, smirking slightly, " I bet you don't even know how to use a real weapon" He drew his sword, but not in a challenging way. Hawthorne may have been furious, but he wasn't stupid. Drawing a sword on a nobleman, in the middle of the busy square? He didn't want to make a fool of himself- or worse get knocked from his position.

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Donatello Lyttleton | Quell | Solodin Square | Tagged; Hawthorne

Donnie relied on the fact that Hawthorne wouldn't try to harm him in any way in public. That knowledge made him feel confident rather than intimidated. Donatello hummed, genuinely smiling softly. He loved to get people all riled up. Something that he probably got from Spencer. "Oh please" Donnie said, rolling his eyes. "Why do you think we geniuses stay away from battle? Why do we Lyttletons focus solely on studying rather than fighting?" He sipped his coffee, sighing softly for it was the least of the hot drink. "It's cause we are not expendeable. Unlike you and the other pawns you call soldiers." His gaze flicked down to the sword, a slight feeling of resentment bubbling inside him. Studying was his entire life. Medicines, Mathmatics, Chemistry, Electronics, Circuits, Languages... Anything that was written in a book was something Don had to attempt to learn growing up. Being a Lyttleton, that was his duty. There was no choice to be anything else much less a soldier. In a mutter, speaking out loud more to himself than hawthrone he said "I may not be a fighter but winning a war does not rely solely on strength alone. There must be strategy and brilliant deception. That's exactly what I aim to do"

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ℌ𝔞𝔴𝔱𝔥𝔬𝔯𝔫𝔢/ 𝔔𝔲𝔢𝔩𝔩/ 𝔪𝔞𝔩𝔢/ 𝔏𝔬𝔠𝔞𝔱𝔦𝔬𝔫 : Solodin Square/ 𝔗𝔞𝔤𝔰: Donatello


"Ha! I'd like to see you geniuses carry out your brilliant strategies without men like me and my soldiers." Hawthorne tried his best to stay docile, but Donatello seemed to know exactly how to get under his skin. How dare he call Hawthorne expendable? He gave a bitter laugh, " You need us, as much as you hate to admit it. Just think, if there no one to protect Solodin, where would you and your fellow geniuses try to fight Howlers with books. I'm sure your skills in Latin and Algebra would terrify beasts like that. " He scoffed. Hawthorne was educated, but he didn't see the point of it in battle. " You're right though, a war isn't won by strength alone. Strategy is key. Then again, you can never fully plan for what happens out there on the battle field." Hawthorne smirked, sheathing his sword. " Not that you'd know anything about that. You've spent your life with your nose buried in books, locked away in a glass tower. You wouldn't know the first thing about a real fight. " He scoffed, looking at Donatello, " You wouldn't last two minutes on the battlefield"