Fantasy RPG Forum - Standing Trials

Some time before The Gifting

It was the beginning of a new trial as Perdita awoke after a long night of dreams. As the world came into focus and the light around you dispelled the shadowy corners of 'the Dream', she spotted something beside her bed.

It was placed delicately atop whatever was usually beside where she slept and had a bow on top, with a little note that read...

"Me taught yuh might find dis 'elpful far de coming season. Jost make share yuh use dis far yuh gift an don't tell anyone dat dis did nat come fram yuhself. Jost fallow de instrucshuns included an de siute will turn all de colours af de ting yuh put en its pocket."

Included in the box was enough of the mixture to soak one single outfit and details instructions regarding how to soak the clothes and how to mark the pocket that will trigger the colour colour to change.

The specifics of the item above

A special shampoo that will change the colour of clothing Once a siut has been soaked for 24 breaks, it will then be gifted with the ability to turn any colour of the rainbow, simply by placing something of that colour into one of its pockets.

An emerald will turn it green, a sapphire, blue, a gold coin, yellow and so on.

This is delivered at some time that would be convenient for you and the acquisition of the gift you are giving.

I know you might have powers that might prevent people sneaking up on you etc., so please assume that this gift appears in such a way that either it a) does not trigger defences as there's no ill intent or b) only serves to wake them to see the gift (as it's not there one moment but is the next).

Gifting Trial Arrives!

In the run-up to the Gifting, one Winston Millar had all but become a recluse as he spent his trials ferreting away at the preparations for what would come. A great many trials went by as his forge was operated by Cho as the Cadouri was nowhere to be seen. "Yup, dere... Noh, jost to de right a lit... STAP!" He commanded with an excitable energy he could barely contain.

As the gifter and giftie both passed through the doorway they chose to use to get to the Gifting, a world of enchantment was revealed as they stepped into what appeared to be the grand, stone-walled hall of a castle. A kaleidoscope of colors greeted them. The air was thick with the sweet scent of their favorite foods and the gentle melody of ethereal music played by invisible musicians.

For those able to see them, Fairies (Spirits) fluttered all around, placing decorations and plucking at musical instruments in a way that made the music feel like it was coming from the walls themselves.

The banquet hall stretched out before them, a dazzling display of festive joy. Glistening crystal chandeliers made of green and gold leaves hung from the ceiling, casting a warm, golden glow upon the room from their luminescent bulbs. The walls were adorned with tapestries depicting scenes of ancient legends and mythical creatures from Idalos and the Dreaming, making unleavable scenes of heroism and gift-giving.

A long, banquet table stood in the center, covered with a rich, emerald-green velvet cloth that cascaded to the floor. On the table, an array of dishes awaited them. Plates were made of delicate leaves, and glasses were of sparkling daffodil cups with an otherworldly iridescence. The air was filled with the tempting aroma of dishes both familiar and exotic – Cascading slices of watermelon and underwatermelon, each piece a burst of red, were arranged in a mesmerizing pattern. The fruit, kissed by the dew of enchanted mornings, offered a refreshing contrast to the bold and spicy symphony that surrounded it.

Adjacent to the succulent watermelon, dishes adorned with swirls of flame-red sauces and aromatic herbs tempted the daring palates of the guests. A concoction of hot Faldras salsa breathed a daring heat that awakened the senses. Each bite promised a journey through the realms of spice, leaving trails of magic in its wake.

Watermelon cake, crackers and hot spicy bread was commonplace across the spread.

At the head of the table, a ferret known to some as Winston stood, placing some finishing touches to one of the many dishes.

"Welcome, nobal guests, tuh de Gifting!" he declared, his voice full of a thick accent of the tiny creature's upbringing. "Com-com! Com en! Feast, dance, sit or talk. Dis place es yars totrial, as we celebrate de magic that binds us all and builds relashunships new an' old trough 'giving'." He gestured to the room around them. "Once yuh are done, yuh cun return 'ome, noooh prablem. Ontil den, yuh jost let meh know ef dere es anyting me cun doh tuh 'elp."

, but delivered with the most genuine joy and intent. He was obviously uncontainable excited to be here, but with that, without leaving the room, .

Just then, the banquet hall erupted into a symphony of laughter and giggles. The fairies (should you be able to see them) gathered around the table, watching and listening as events unfolded. The air was alive with the fluttering of wings, the tinkling of laughter, and the soft susurrations of a great many playful beings.

As all of this sunk in, a figure made themselves apparent, a very finely dressed butler of impeccable manor bowed slightly to one side. They held a tray with daffodil glasses filled with delightful nectar and bowed. gestured towards the tray to indicate that a drink could be taken, if so desired, after which he offered to unburden their guests of their coats or cloaks.

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Message from: Winston

Welcome to your Saiore Gifting Event thread for 2023! How does this work? - So, this is your thread (the two of you) and you can get here via the magic portal, from where-ever you are and will be returned there once you decide to leave (unless I say otherwise! SHOCK! Secrets! AAAAAAAH!). This thread will be eligible for both skill points and knowledge, as long as the usual review requirements are met. It can be whatever you want, of course, but it is a modded event and so I control the surrounding and NPCs, so please don't assume control of them (unless, of course, they are yours). You can bring anything with you that you could reasonably be assumed to carry or BE carrying and of course your gift comes with you You may bring with you any flavour NPCs if you wish, but please either avoid making these a 'mass' of actual physical people (if you have a child or someone that you really feel like bringing, please do). Diri's, Spirits, small creatures/pets on your person, etc. that usually hang around you are also all fine. A 13 foot dragonling or horse, not so much What should you do? - Please post your first post in two sections: 1) "Some time before The Gifting": A section that describes the making or acquisition of your Gift. This can be anything from "Jeoff picks up the gift he made." To a fully fledged description of the shopping/making process. This can/should be a creative and enjoyable writing experience. Write something you enjoy, in any style you enjoy, IF it's something you will enjoy! The emphasis is on FREEDOM not requirement. Don't feel required to make a lenthy section here, but certainly feel free to (rewards will be issued for creative or well crafted gift sections). 2) "Gifting Trial Arrives!": Post your arrival! If you post first, you are there first. If you post second, you can assume you spot your companion on entering and respond to anything they provide for you in their first post. 3) When you have completed this thread, please place it up for review as normal. Once it’s been reviewed, post here to claim your event medal! Rules? As already noted, this is a modded thread so please play/post with that in mind. Winston himself is not here to feature greatly in the thread (this is YOUR thread, not mine) but please feel free to interact freely with him, of course. I will, as a mod, be running this thread beside operating Winston. There is no PC posting order. Feel free to post in whatever order between yourselves and change that as you see fit. Please don't double-post. Post once, then wait for me to reply, then you may post again. ALWAYS feel free to DM me if you want something to happen outside these rules or the thread's current direction. The buffet is tailored for you! Unless otherwise stated, please feel free to assume you find things your character likes and so describe them! Have fun! Posting cycle: This is not hard timeline for posting. I will monitor progress and reply to posts as and when replies are completed.

!	Message from: Winston
	Sorry Orik, but the window has passed for you to pick up this thread. Perdita, I have created an NPC for you to play with. It would be my delight to continue this flavour thread for you, if you wish, with all appropriate XP and rewards

She would find there to be somewhere to hang the clothes, a rail, conveniently placed as if 'expecting' the need.

Winston smiled brightly as she blushed. It was a warm and friendly gesture, devoid of mocking that might compound her self consciousness. If anything, it might portray that her every word was of interest to the ferret, which it absolutely was. "Me most say dat only per'aps Saoire 'erself cud do all dis, BOT, me es very lucky tuh 'ave soch 'elpful friends like Chest an' me fairy-companions tuh get eveyting ready."

As he looked at the envelope he smiled brightly as he took a quick look inside his one. "

Oh! Dat es soh kind af yuh! Tank yuh, soh moch! Me tink a lovely paintin' as angela an' Chest would be grand far me 'ome.

"

Just then, there was the sound of a small door shutting somewhere as there was the very sudden appearance of a monkey!

"Watchaaaaa!" It cried as it leaped up onto a chair. It was perhaps twice the size of Winston, but still small, even for a Cadouri. "Jakob! Has! Arriiiiived!" He cheered mirrily. "OOOooooooohhhhh.... Candy-floss!" He said, grabbing a handful and then without thinking stuffing it into his mouth.

His whole demeanor was quick, excitable and eminently cute. "MMMmmmm.... Sooooo goooood."

Winston giggled as the monkey began to float off the table... "Oh-Oh! Ah! Hahahaha! Weeeeeee..!" He cried as he began to turn in the air to look at Perdita with a puzzled, but delighted expression.

"Oooooo...." He said gently, as if looking upon a frightened bird. "Hello... My name is Jackob, but my friends call me Jack. What's YOUR name?" Still clearly excited, his words to the girl were polite and gentle.

As/if she introduced herself, he caught sight of the clothes she had set out so diligently. He didn't interrupt her as his eyes bulged, but began to 'swim', breaststroke, very ineffectually in mid air to try and get closer to them. "Woooooow! They are preeeeeety!"

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Message from: Winston

Yay! Great post! Thank you for the gift! I hope you don't mind that I will not loot it from this thread, due to GST mod conflict of interest But Winston will certainly remember the gesture as if I hed. As already described, I've created what I hope will be a fun NPC for you to play with in lieu of the expected PC. Unfortunately Orik could not make it, but we all understand how these things go sometimes and I hope you can still have some fun (Love you Orik, hope to see you soon!). So, next up, please feel free to interact, etc. as you see fit. Also, please assume there's food you'd want to eat, given the time, occasion and tastes of your PC totrial . Please allow me to control both the main Cadouri NPCs, but feel free to be creative in what you find in the buffet. Please consider marking up at least 3 knowledges in your next post(s). Rules? As already noted, this is a modded thread so please play/post with that in mind. Winston himself is not here to feature greatly in the thread (this is YOUR thread, not mine) but please feel free to interact freely with him, of course. I will, as a mod, be running this thread beside operating Winston. There is no PC posting order. Feel free to post in whatever order between yourselves and change that as you see fit. Please don't double-post. Post once, then wait for me to reply, then you may post again. ALWAYS feel free to DM me if you want something to happen outside these rules or the thread's current direction. The buffet is tailored for you! Unless otherwise stated, please feel free to assume you find things your character likes and so describe them! Have fun! Posting cycle: This is not hard timeline for posting. I will monitor progress and reply to posts as and when replies are completed.