[ilya]

i love the kelpie lines! <3
to win them tell me where they got the leaves from

base/fur: kelpie
horn: sm. unicorn
ears: horse 2
tail: kelpie

owner; messmer
name; Elide

[chellerd]

name; Willow
where they got the leaves from?; They went through a low hanging weeping willow and thereby catching the vines/leaves and they magically twisted into their coat!

[TeraNosaerys]

name; Dahlianna
where they got the leaves from?; Dahlianna tends to a decently sized pond within a forest that has a massive weeping willow at its edge. The tree is not tall, though; it is broad and bends far over, trailing branches and leaves through the water and creating a cozy hollow that shelters many creatures in stormy weather. Dahlianna ensures that the water beneath the willow continues to circulate throughout the pond, preventing it from becoming stagnant and contaminated, but her frequent ventures among the willow's branches mean she's picked up quite the collection of leaves over time! She used to remove them all obsessively, but now that she's become more comfortable with this place and her role here, she simply removes the branches when the leaves have fully died and keeps the freshly caught leaves as personal decoration.

Edit: Okay I think I went a little overboard with my story here but I love that I'm not the only one thinking willow!

[feverrr]

mark oh my gosh i’m obsessed with them

[certified]

name; Paribanu
where they got the leaves from?; she gave an offering to the fae and they must have been appeased as she woke up and had been adorned with these leaves.

[Tilluels-Paradise]

name; Asisra
where they got the leaves from?; Asisra spends her days tending to a long-forgotten grotto deep in the forest. She swims through the nearby river to ferry across animals too scared to cross, catching moss and vines in the fur on her legs. She sticks her head into bushes and treetops to help young critters that have fallen from their nests or lost their mothers, leaves sticking in her mane as she does. Every night as she rests the other animals of the grotto climb her back and lay leaves, flowers, vines, or anything else they find on her back to thank her for all she does. When she wakes and sees the new additions to her coat it always brings her joy to see the love her fellow animals share with her.

[Aresthehomo]

name; Indra (fable 34 entry mentions her too)
where they got the leaves from?; Indra had a magical presence that drew the children to her as if she were a beacon of light. Each day after the sun peeked over the hills, giggles could be heard echoing through the meadow as the children raced to her side, eager for another adventure with their friend.
One bright morning, as the air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming jasmine, the children had a different idea. They were inspired by the beauty of their carefree surroundings and began gathering leaves that adorned the trees. With mischievous smiles, they concocted a plan to adorn Indra’s mane and tail with the vibrant leaves.
As she trotted about, her soft hoofbeats melting into the rhythm of the meadow, the children approached with handfuls of leaves— long gorgeous stems that resembled those of a willows. They giggled, whispering, “Let’s make her the most beautiful of all!”
Indra, sensing their playful intentions, lowered her head slightly as the children climbed aboard, their laughter spilling into the air. One by one, they threw the leaves into her mane, creating a tapestry of colors that twinkled against her white coat. They adorned her with garlands, placing leaves as crowns upon her head. (200)

[lumilys]

name; maryn
where they got the leaves from?; each branch of leaves marks a trial successfully completed! maryn's doing well for herself, especially since the trials demand only the most harrowing and extraordinary feats... but, she still has a long way to go if she hopes to compete for village representative.

[néktar]

name; lenore
where they got the leaves from?; living near a human encampment lead the young mare to seek out the two legged creatures. curiosity pulled her towards their constant chittering and shouts, the squeals from the younger ones caught her interest the most. she watched them from afar for a few days, the younglings chasing after each other with branches of trees. one night their was a great fire that they set as the sun disappeared beyond the horizon line. they were dancing and celebrating, their singing drew her closer, hiding behind a few thick berry bushes just on the other side of the great flames.

the red light brought warmth to her, getting comfortable by curling her legs up close to her body, growing increasingly drowsy as she watched the fire sway and crackle. soon sleep lured her waking mind away, in the morning the human encampment was gone but left in their place were a bushel of leaves collected by the younglings, she gave them a sniff and shook out her mane. with the plants she did not consume, she tediously placed them in her fur, mane, and tail.

[astral.]

name; Idhan
where they got the leaves from?; in an attempt to cheer up his (sickly) darling crush, he set out to find ways to make her laugh. This (usually meek) fable held his breath anxiously as he spoke to different artists and artisans, from the baker who made his crush’s favourite croissants, to the magician that put on shows for all the foals. Nothing by itself seemed like it would be just right. He decided to surprise her with a little picnic under their favourite tree, overlooking the city on a small hillside and present her with all he could muster.

The day started out perfectly. He was able to pack the picnic baskets with the treats he’d spent all night making. The blanket he hoof-made and messily embroidered her initials with a little flower beside them. The basket was a gift from the florist, who expressed her good luck wishes with a few flowers to set the scene as well. Fresh jam and cream. Of course, the magician’s hat for the big performance. Everything was ready.

He dashed to meet her at her home. Her slender and weak frame meant that she needed to be assisted to their special spot, but he eagerly bounced there with her in tow.

He gifted her with the flowers and the scene and as he was gearing up to put on his little magic show, just as he put on his magic hat, she let out a snicker that snowballed into a raucous laugh that caught him so off guard that he slipped and fell into the pond behind him, getting up and out of the pond left his mane and tail full of vinery, which in turn made her laugh even more!

Since that day, every time his crush looks a little sad, he pops up near her window with leaves in his mane and tail and beams in the radiant light that is her smile <3