The vortex takes on similar appearances as it did for Temur, only this time instead of fiery colors the hues swirling through it are cool blues and violets. When the light diminishes a female counterpart to Temur appears, her name Eriat. She moves with a serene grace as she pads from the vortex swinging her head from side to side as she takes in her surroundings. She is mild mannered and curious, harboring no hard feelings to what her brother called 'two-leggers'. Truth be told, she was actually rather fond of the beings and was fascinated by their ways.
"Hello?" she called, swishing her tail lightly.
The Maroon Horned Cat-thing friend who introduced you to Ahzen informs you that her name is Eriat.
Gender: Female
Element: Gas
Likes: Exploring
Dislikes: Straight-forwardness
36 hours til judging.
When I first stepped into the cave, I had looked behind to check that I hadn't stepped into a simulator at an amusement park. But how could I have done? I had come out for the day with a couple of different cameras to capture the beginning of autumn and the effect it had on the forest and wildlife, of course the good effect! I had heard the spring that ran through the forest and stopped setting my things down under a tree. Then I had proceeded to walk, attempting to find the water. And ended up here.
I swung round as I heard a voice behind me. I listened to him asking my question and then musing over what he had said after he had left. "energy vortex?" I murmur looking over at the great shining, swirls that were emitting wisps of something that was neither liquid or gas. I stepped closer, curiosity on my face as it changed from the light blue to violets and stronger blues. I was startled by what now stood before me but I quickly hid it stepping back to allow -what must be an Ahzenai- space.
I had listened to the horned-cat like thing with rapt attention, awed that a land that seemed so sophisticated, friendly and fun had remained hidden from human beings for so long. But I assumed that just because I had found it didn't mean everyone had, but I was ever more so awed by Eriat. I watched Eriat smiling kindly and gently at her. She seemed somewhat eager and excited about human presence but I knew not to say outright that I wished her to come with me. No. That would be rude and I had been taught countless times, that rudeness got you nowhere. Instead I carried on smiling, but soon I knew I had to do something other than that. Maybe I should bow? I thought but shook my head. But my legs bent into a curtsy and I found myself nodding my red-head. "Eriat." I said softly, shy for a moment. But then I shook my head, and my red-hair tumbled down my back, falling loose off the quick ponytail I had pulled it into earlier. "Eriat." I repeated my voice stronger. I stepped forwards just a bit and grinned. "Hello. I am especially me. I come from....well, I don't come from here. I come from out there." I say pointing behind me, at where I had come from. "I don't bring gifts or have anything to offer you that comes hand-made. But I can give you something mind-made." I wince wondering if that sentence was even understandable.
But I quickly move on not wanting to back out in embarrassment and lose a chance that could be a once-in-a-lifetime chance. "If you want to go, I can show you places you never could have imagined here! I can introduce you to all sorts of beings who won't harm you. You can see the blue sky, wispy clouds, springy grass, soft sand, leaves, trees more scenery than the eye can see!" As I speak my eyes sparkle and a look not many people have seen on other humans before appears; one of mystery, awe, love and happiness. And of course freedom. "If you come with me I'll love you, give you freedom, help you learn; you can help me learn. We can help each other." I add on not sure if I'm becoming sort of cheesy but I don't care. I've seen the beauty of Eriat and I want her to be able to do something with her life instead of sitting around here. Even though here would be an exciting place to be and explore I'm sure after a while it will just get boring and similar. "I can show you the world. Shining, shimmering splendid. I can show you wonder by wonder. A fantastic point of view! Unbelievable sights. indescribable feelings." I say quoting one of my favourite adventure songs.
"It'll be a huge adventure! We can explore every bit of it!" I say and laugh spinning holding my hands up to the sky as I pirouette. Then I stop and come to rest smiling. You blush slightly scratching your arm. Maybe I had gone a bit far but if she comes with me it'll be worth it! I think still smiling. "If you come with me, you won't regret it, you'll have fun." I look her straight in the eye, my bravery surprising my self and I finish with a light "I promise." I nod and curtsy again stepping back from her, biting my lower lip wondering if she'll choose me.