[Aizaka]

username: Aizaka
marumi name: Lumi
where are they from?: They were raised by a nomadic tribe in the icy heights of the mountains under the auroras. Born at the peak of the hour as the auroras were at their brightest, they were named after their light. Tending to herds of cloudy creatures every day, Lumi dreams of what the rest of the world could be like.
where do they stay?: During the days when it's her turn at tending the herds, Lumi stays with the flock. Sleeping under the stars and aurora. When she is free of these duties, she stays with her parents in a cozy hut working on her hobbies of beading and braiding with some of the fur from the cloud creatures and small stones found around the mountains.
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[Stormbird]

username: stormbird
marumi name: Neve (bright or snowy)
where are they from?: Northcliff - a snowy place in the northern regions, full of mountains and almost completely bare of any green and life
where do they stay?: an ice crystal cave nestled in a snow-capped mountain, to the highest point in the sky
extras (optional): Neve has always been fascinated by the sky and the endless sightings of life gliding from above. Birds of all sorts, and even dragons - though rare - would pass by, leaving Neve daydreaming of what it would be like to soar free and feel the wind brush through her thick winter fur. She even dreams of this when tucked away sleeping in her nest of winter grasses, and large smooth rocks she collects by a frozen riverbed below the cliffs. Her only friend is the wind that whispers to her at night, comforting her and lulling her into a deep slumber. As well as this big and forever impossible dream of hers, Neve also desires of meeting others just like her, with a deep hunger for adventure and creating meaningful memories that would last for all the years of life.

[Fiacla]

username: Fiacla
marumi name: Saffron / Safie / Saf
where are they from?:
Safie is from an area of lowland lakes surrounded by a dense forest canopy. Tranquil silence seems to cloak the area. A peaceful retreat for local wildlife to come to drink.
This marumi is fascinated with observing the ways in which nature unfolds around her. She has come to recognise the calls of the different species of birds who roost here in the evening. She can not only tell which individual frog is which, differentiating them by the minutest of detail, down to the smallest freckle, but has given each a little name and backstory in her head. She has memorised the names of all the flora in the area and knows which are best for brewing the herbal teas she so enjoys, and will make sure that you know too if you speak with her for any length of time.
Her favourite time of day is dusk. When the sun sinks behind the horizon, dipping into the cool and murky water, casting a mesmerising orange glow across its surface. As darkness descends so do the fireflies, emitting their dull blinks. Nature soothes Saffie. Nourished and protected in its embrace, this marumi vows to defend and uphold the lands which give life to them and their kin.
where do they stay?: Saf stays in a small cave, carved into a small cliff face, where a waterfall fills the lakes. Many of her doodles and scribblings litter the walls, endless with botanical pieces. She crafts a single beeswax candle from local hives as and when the last one runs out, careful never to take any more than she needs, if that. She lights this each evening before settling into her bed of interwoven grasses and vegetation. She buries her nose into it, inhaling the delicate scents of the plants. Then blows out the lights, ready for her next day of exploring, tea making, and maybe taking a swim.
extras (optional):Will add any if I think of them:)

[crexmii]

username: crexmii
marumi name: nefi
where are they from?: the nefelibata, also known as nefi, is rumoured to hail from strange foreign lands unknown to any god, mortal or primordial. some say she was created when nyx, the all-mother, formed the ether, others say she was transported to the land of dreams when the great rift was created by the shooting star, aerin.
however, their theories are only partially correct.

when nyx created the cosmos, one thing that was overlooked was the swirling mass of clouds around reverie, the planet where the gods were to live. as she was creating the gods themselves, an accident happened. yes, the all mother may have been able to form life, but it would never be as good as the life fae — the goddess of life, nature and rebirth — created. as nyx created the new gods, her energy ran out. forming so many things at once caused her to break, and the she absorbed part of the ether, causing a primordial liquid akin to ink, the darkest colour of black, to become a part of her very soul.

out of exhaustion, the inky void that was a part of nyx trickled out of her eyes as she cried. she had attempted to bottle it up and let it consume her to protect the gods, but she had failed. the void formed a rip in their reality — and caused nebulas to spill out, forming stars and new planets.

reverie's clouds came into contact with the primordial goo and they morphed, becoming a giant creature. it was serpentine and draconic at the same time, although, perhaps since it was made of clouds, it was fluffy and soft, akin to a furry creature. nyx was horrified, and while she wanted to fix it, she did not have the heart to turn them back into mere clouds, for nyx was not a heartless soul.

and thus, the serpent was named the nefelibata, which means cloud walker, since she was formed from the ethereal clouds and lived amongst them. however, she was called nefi for short. in time, nyx decided to create marumis so nefi wouldn't be lonely. nefi was technically the first marumi before the rest of her kind came to being, on a seperate planet known as noctilune.

where do they stay?: nefi resides in the shifting expanse of stars known as the ether, seen by no mortal feline except for the primordial gods, moira, god of fate, nyx, mother of the cosmos, and aeon, the timekeeper. she is wrapped around the four planets, reverie (home of the felines, also where the gods reside), opia (home of the aktego), cynefin (jungle planet that the dragonfruit tribes call home) and noctilune, home of the marumis.


extras (optional): sooo idk anything and havent figured out any lore for marumis yet but this bby is probably going to be connected to my stars cats! i might have gone a bit crazy on the writing because she fits one of the main puzzle pieces in my lore <33
- the cats are unable to see her as her scales blend in perfectly with the skies. however, her eyes are sometimes visible due to them being bright red, so cats call them the "twin stars".
- formerly used to have half of her body in the mortal realm but she decided she liked the company of the stars better, so she now chills in the ether
- known as the cloud serpent to mortals, but most say that nefi is a myth / folktale invented by some imaginative felines
- nefi enjoys playing amongst the stars. the primordials keep an eye on her to make sure she doesn't accidentally cause any reality breaks. she can't understand them as they speak a different language from her (they're cats), so she's a bit lonely </3
- however, since some...circumstances have happened, nefi has fallen into a deep slumber, and will only awaken again once the world is reformed. the days leading closer to this are known as the suton, and a new god has been born and is most likely going to cause an apocalypse. oops. well, looks like nefi's going to wake up soon!
- marumis on noctilune worship her, and treat her like some sort of god

[Exitium]

username: Exitium
marumi name: Detergent
where are they from?: Washer land. It's a big washing machine like planet in the Skunk Nebula.
where do they stay?: In your fridge. This marumi believes it is a portal to the other side, and will constantly consume your food and drinks. Best keep it stocked, eh?
extras (optional): This is a serious entry.

[tomatotomato]

username:
marumi name: Fione
where are they from?:
Fione was born and raised in the steepshire mountains, a craggy mountain range with high peaks and deep snowdrifts, no matter the time of year. Her coat grew thick and fluffy to accommodate these temperatures especially because she loved to burrow into the snow.
where do they stay?: Fione has built a cozy little cabin in the upper foothills of the steepshire mountains next to a little creek. She keeps a tidy home so that any visitors can stay and warm up for a bit, and she often hunts for wayward lost adventurers who have gotten themselves into trouble trying to climb up the mountains.
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for the few weeks in summer where there's barely snow on the ground, they like to collect flowers (especially baby's breath) that they can dry to keep their cabin pleasant throughout the seasons.

[kise .]

username: BlueEyedKite

marumi name: Aquilo "Quilo" (Latin for north wind/winter)

where are they from?: Planet Fortuna (Latin for good fortune/fate)

Fortuna is the largest planet in its galaxy. It needs to be, to house some of the most powerful beings in the solar system: the zodiacs. Here the offspring of the original twelve live out their days. Depending on their lineage, and a bit of genetic luck inheriting, residence of Fortuna can master 12 different magic types. These powers have shaped their planet. The summer signs, like Cancer's line, can manipulate water. Fortuna's seas are calm, her waters can be drawn up from deep within the earth to shape even the most arid climate to an oasis. The spring signs, like those of Taurus, can work the earth. The Flora and fauna of Fortuna is unrivaled. Peace and stability is achieved through the balance of these most talented magic users.

Those less fortunate in their magical inheritance, such as a certain Aquarius descendant, have the honor of utilizing "lesser magic". Sensing the emotion of others and, at most, nudging those emotions to change. Successful? Not likely. Useful? Not really. Those on Fortuna with this "gift" are called Feelers.

Feelers make up the average citizens of Fortuna.

where do they stay?: Ryū Sekai (translates to dragon world. The land of Marumis) is the planet. Current location is the Mage's Mansion.

Quilo never meant to leave his homeworld. True, he was no social elite but he had a fine life! He had his humble house with the creaky porch swing. A bedroom with a view of a tree where a little zuzu bird made their nest every spring. His job as algae cleaner was not glamous by any means, but it was outdoors! He expected to live out his days on Fortuna, not fantastically but fine!

If not for his soft spot. His heart outside his body that had legs and often, often, walked away from him. His dear sister: Damia.

Damia could not cope with Fortuna. She was arguably the force of nature on the planet. Having an ungodly gift to manipulate fauna. So powerful, so revered, yet so miserable! No matter how Quilo fussed over his sister, and it was embarrassing the level he stooped to cheer up his sis, Damia loathed the planet and its citizens that pawed at her to fix every little chewed crop leaf.

Quilo blames himself for her bolting. He should have known he couldn't have a lovely holiday at sea. She had told him to go. Wished him well. Helped him pack! He wasn't on the ferry for 10 mins before her absence had been noted.

"Get her back Quilo! She loves you! She'll listen to you! Promise her anything! Everything! Just please, please find her and bring her home!" Those were his orders from the top.

The galaxy gatekeepers could only tell him which wormhole Damia had taken. A path to a planet known for its completely adorable four-legged populace. A planet called Ryū Sekai, dragon world, the home of Marumi.

Two days on this planet and he's taken a new form: fluffy, fun-sized, and blue! What's more he's mixed up some locals in his mess. They're all trapped in the infamous Mage's Mansion. A black hulking magical abode. Rumor has it Damia was seen slipping inside. But where could she be? Why would she want to explore a house so convoluted?

Until he locates his sister he'll work his way through this maze of a mansion. His home is a house ever-changing.

extras (optional): a short story about how Quilo ended up at where he is staying. honeybunchesofoats and bud gave me permission to use their marumis in the story!

Quilo was never one to cause a scene. Unfortunately, crashlanding on a foreign planet in a new body was not an event one could ease into. So there he was: unceremoniously dropped on his newly fluffy bum. Scambling in the grass, contending with four limbs and a tail like a tree limb. He was a wriggling, squalling, bundle of blue fur.

"Oh gods, Dreamsicle, c'mere. It's another one of those weirdos!" A masculine voice, like the thrum of a bass, came from nearby.

Quilo stilled. Weirdo? Was he talking about me? Outrageous!

"What? If you're pulling my tail again, Amaris--"

"Just come and look," snapped the deep voice.

Awkwardly, Quilo coordinated himself up onto his feet, no not feet, paws. He could feel the erratic beating of his heart in his chest. At least that sensation was familar. Outside himself, he picked up on the emotion in the air like it was charged energy: the prickly tingle of amusement mixed with the smooth undertones of boredom. The subdued feelings wafted from the smaller of the two creatures, who had orange fur and light blue eyes. The excitement radiated from the darker coat of the two dragons. Who had teeth... outside his fur! Showcasing the most murderous, toothy grin! Quilo scrambled back, heart hammering all the harder.

"Aww you're scarin' the little fluff," said the blue-eyed one.

The other chuckled. Quilo might have thought it was malicious if he didn't still sense the aura of amusement coming from that one.

"What cha expect from weirdos out in the marsh? Clearly don't know a mask when they see one."

Oh? Mask. Wait. Marsh!

He glanced down to notice his paws were standing on crumpled tall grass. Murky water crept up to his ankles.

"Ah! Filthy water! No, no, no!" Quilo chanted as he churned his four legs to locomotive himself to shore.

"Watch it, Fluff, you're flinging water everywhere," chided the one with orange fur.

"My name is not Fluff." Quilo dragged himself up, trying to look as dignified as possible with soggy paws. "It's Aquilo--er, Quilo, actually. And you fine creatures are?"

"Creatures? Really, Fluff." The mask-wearer's amusement soured to points of annoyance.

"This is Amaris," the shorter offered. "I'm Dreamsicle."

And just like that, the mood lightened. They all had names. Maybe Damia hadn't snuck off to such a bad planet. Maybe Amaris and Dreamsicle had seen where she'd gone.

A smile spread across his maw. "You mentioned, uh, a weirdo. Did this weirdo--"

"Roll in the marsh like a fool too? Yep."

Humph. Amaris was an interrupter, that could get old fast. Still, this sounded promising! Damia wouldn't understand how to navigate a four legged body any better that he did. And heck, maybe the gatekeeper's drop any new alien in the same spot! A marsh is a pretty rude landing pad, but, no matter.

"Where did this weirdo go?" He probed.

"Why?" Dreamsicle's emotional aura transformed from bored to suspicious.

"Yeah. Why do you need to know?" Amaris tilted his head, his feelings too switched to suspicion.

Yikes. The vibes were not good. Quilo normally chewed his lower lip when he was anxious but his new mouth was so long and unruly. He caught his lip on one of his fangs, probably looked as ridiculous as he felt.

The air of hostility lightened just a touch. Dreamsicle chuckled. Dreamsicle. She seemed like the more friendly of the two. She didn't wear a ghoulish mask. Perhaps he could just... nudge her into feeling more... open.

As a feeler, Quilo, had average abilities. He preferred to sense the emotions around him and not tamper. But he needed to find his sis. These were unprecedented times. Just this once, he'd give it a try.

Unsticking his lip with a flick of his tongue, he then took a steady breath in. On his exhale he directed some of his magic at Dreamsicle. The dragon should feel a warm sensation coming over her. Calm, inviting. With any luck, it would feel silly to keep up the cold shoulder.

He tried again. "Please. This weirdo is important to me."

Amaris looked over at his companion with narrowed eyes. "Uh, Dream, you okay?"

Dreamsicle gave a slow blink of her eyes.

There was silence all around. Then.

"They went to the Mage's Mansion. We followed them there."

"Ah, Dream! You know we're not supposed to be anywhere near there. Why'd you tell the fluff?" Amaris shook his head.

"Can you show it to me?" Quilo pressed his magic a little harder. A stronger hug of calm and tranquility.

"Ok."

Dreamsicle turned and padded off. Quilo, and then Amaris, were quick to follow.

"Dream. Dream! We gotta turn around. We're gonna get in trouble."

Amaris' pleads fell on deaf ears. Dreamsicle moved like a dragon possessed. She led them through low brush, then a crowded wood, before they approached a towering black mansion with an intricate wrought-iron fence. The orange-furred marumi squeezed her body between two bars, popping out behind the fence line to continue on to the house. Quilo momentarily was stuck by his tail, Amaris had to bend it, so he could free himself from the bars. Then the two of them rejoined Dreamsicle on the porch.

"They went through there," she said cooly.

'There' was a massive mahogany door with a snarling dragon head for a door knocker. Damia, what are you doing?

"Ok. So... do I just knock?" Quilo could hear the shake in his voice.

"No you don't knock. This place is forbidden. We should leave," Amaris growled.

"It's not locked. They went through the door."

Quilo could sense the certainty coming from Dreamsicle. She was telling the truth.

"It's okay. Thank you for showing me. You two can g--"

Before he could finish his sentence the door snapped open and a horrible rush of wind dragged at his fur. Quilo was pulled into the doorway. Like he were a piece of lint sucked up a vacuum. So fast he did little more than squeak!

Slam.

That was the door. Quilo realized. That had shut behind him. He was on the floor and a warm body was on his back.

"Oh sorry, Quilo." Dreamsicle's high pitched voice came from above him. The weight lifted off him as he saw her stand nearby.

"Nevermind that! This door won't budge!" Amaris was shoving his skull into the door. His claws scraped on the ground. "If it wasn't locked before it is now."

"Who is it you're looking for, Quilo?" Dreamsicle asked in a hushed voice. She was giving off fear and anxiety.

"My sister," Quilo said, rising to his paws, "I have to find her."

If I win him more chapters to come!

Congrats BlueEyedKite!!
I can see just how much effort you put into this and I absolutely ADORED the interaction with other marumi for this! I definitely need to know more about Aquilo’s story! ^^

[BlueEyedKite]

I am soooo happy T.T I really really wanted this fluffy guy. I will be making his sister Damia at some point!

Quilo is my baby boy and I hope everyone is ready to see him in all the giftlines xD my gallery will be flooded! Flooded I say!

I will remove myself from the non-owner contests immediately. Worth it