Post by Aleyna on Mar 6, 2010 1:00:31 GMT -5
[19:50:36]Xyria nods. "Hey, Da, Miles."
[19:50:56]Campion smiles and nods. He still looks kind of nervous!
[19:51:03]Aleyna nods shortly to the draenei and dwarf.
[19:51:21]Ruten looks at Aleyna. One of Miles friends no doubt. "Eh there. I'm Ruten."
[19:51:26]Ruten nods at you.
[19:51:52]Aleyna grins and nods. "Aleyna. I'm uh.. a friend of Campy's."
[19:52:11][Ruten] says: Aye so I figured. Pleasure to meet ye lass.
[19:52:57]Ruten turns as he see's someone else approaching. "Oh Natharai. 'Ow are ye?"
[19:52:57]Aleyna shoots a crooked grin to Natharai.
[19:53:11]Xyria nods politely to Nath with a small grin. "Evenin'"
[19:53:30]Natharai blinks at Ruten and offers a polite, if not somewhat lopsided, smirk. "...It has been a while. And I am well."
[19:53:33][Auroran] yells: Is this the place?
[19:53:39]You let out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[19:53:49][Ruten] says: Aye that it 'as. Good to 'ear.
[19:53:52]You stare Auroran down.
[19:53:52]Natharai then turns his attention to Aleyna and Xyria, about to speak until he hears Auroran's voice.
[19:53:56][Auroran] says: Hi.
[19:53:57][Aleyna] says: Could you be any louder?
[19:54:00][Auroran] says: Yes.
[19:54:06]Auroran smiles sheepishly.
[19:54:10][Natharai] says: ...Heh.
[19:54:13]You roll your eyes.
[19:54:21][Ruten] says: 'ello Auroran.
[19:54:42][Auroran] says: Hello hello.
[19:54:46]Campion finally hops down off his horse, turning to face those gathered. Almost all here. He gives a nod to Nath, and then one to Auroran as well.
[19:54:49]Aleyna waves AUroran over.
[19:55:04]Aleyna loops an arm with his.
[19:55:20]Natharai nods to Campion in return, eyes crinkling in a faint smile.
[19:55:21]Auroran allows this!
[19:55:35]Campion tugs at his gauntlets, clearing his throat. At least TRYING to look austere in the face of this.
[19:55:38][Ruten] says: Miles did ye 'ave anyone else comin'?
[19:55:52][Campion] says: I-...Yes. Just one more is all. Lady Cadence. She needs to be here for this.
[19:56:05][Ruten] says: Alright we'll wait fer all ye want.
[19:56:16]Xyria snorts quietly at Campion, mildly amused at Miles' nerves, and winks at him.
[19:57:10]Ruten smiles softly at Miles and puts his hand on his shoulder. "Whenever yer ready lad.
[19:57:26]Campion smiles at those gathered, clearing his throat again. Still tugging nervously at his gauntlets.
[19:57:40]Natharai peers up at the portal behind them with slightly narrowed eyes. Hnnnn...
[19:58:05][Campion] says: I, uh. I've asked you here today, being that you're the closest of my friends, or those who I most deeply desire to see me go through with this.
[19:58:07]Ruten glances at Cadence with a polite nod.
[19:58:18][Campion] says: That being the renewal of my vows as a Paladin in the service of the Light.
[19:58:19]Cadence returns it.
[19:59:00]Aleyna grins at Campion, seemingly pleased about all of this.
[19:59:10]Auroran beams. He's so proud!
[19:59:11]Campion nods politely and respectfully in the direction of the dwarf, adding, "Sir Ruten Gerals here is officiating and sanctifying the proceedings. He is a superior, a fellow paladin, a friend."
[19:59:15]Natharai snaps himself out of it visibly, looking a trifle bewildered in the meantime, before looking back to Campion. Oh, right. Right. Ceremony. He is now paying very close attention to the once-Scarlet, clasping his hands behind his back.
[19:59:30]Xyria props a hand on her axe handle comfortably and with obvious satisfaction at how this is all turning out for Campion.
[19:59:41]Ruten nods at everyone gathered infront of him politely with a smile.
[20:00:59]Natharai feels oddly underdressed...or armored, for that matter.
[20:01:04]Ruten glances at Ruepert with a polite nod. He thinks he met him once before, but he can't place his name.
[20:01:36]Campion is back to being nervous at this point, clearing his throat and shifting his weight. Be AUSTERE, dammit. "So, uh. If you're all ready for the proceedings..."
[20:01:49]Cadence smiles gently.
[20:02:12]Natharai simply offers a polite nod to Campion in response, glancing sidelong to Ruepert soon after. Oh. Hey. When did he show up?
[20:02:19][Ruten] says: I must ask fer silence during the proceedin's. Please 'old yer cheers an' applause till afterwords.
[20:02:29]Auroran nods! Like he's a talker anyhow.
[20:02:38]Campion gives one last look over those gathered, then turns and approaches the dwarf. Good call on the lack of noise.
[20:02:45]You hold Auroran's hand.
[20:02:50]Ruten smiles at Campion.
[20:02:53]Auroran holds your hand.
[20:02:56][Ruten] says: Being a paladin does nay mean bein' a simple Holy Man under the Light. Nay. It is much more than that, an' those outside of our order will nay know just 'ow much more. Bein' a Paladin means following multiple paths at once.
[20:03:19][Ruten] says: It is bein' a Warrior of the Holy Light. To watch over those whom can nay protect themselves, an' guard them an' their souls from evil an' corruption. To defend these individuals with all yer might. To die in defense of the weak... an' the innocent.
[20:03:40][Ruten] says: It is bein' a Teacher. To teach those who do nay know the Holy Light about it's ways. To let them know they do nay 'ave to ever be alone in the dark places of the world. That nay matter where they are the Holy Light watches over them. Gives them warmth.
[20:04:07][Ruten] says: It is bein' a Healer. To 'elp those with grevious wounds whom would die without yer aid. The Light answers to all paladins in this way, an' it is our duty to utilize the powers given to us as such. An' if the worst should come to pass, an' the poor victim
[20:04:34][Ruten] says: wounds are too horrible fer ye to 'elp with... then should they wish it to relieve them of their pain. To ease their journey into paradise.
[20:04:50][Ruten] says: An' finally... bein' a paladin is to be a beacon to whose who 'ave lost their way. Fer those who find themselves with nay 'ope. People shall look to ye fer guidance. An' so we shall show them the way to the Light. When the world is dark an' people
[20:05:13][Ruten] says: find themselves set in despair, we shall guide them back to Light an' 'ope. Show them that nay matter how bleak the situation, there is, an' will always be 'ope if ye but open yer eyes to it.
[20:05:40][Ruten] says: It 'as been proven time an' time again to nay be the path fer everyone. Nay everyone can live freely, an' 'appily under it's strict, but loving gaze. Nay everyone can live with the strict code fer the entirety of their lives. Yet their are those whom do
[20:06:02][Ruten] says: Whom do so willingly, an' with all the faith in their 'earts.
[20:06:15][Ruten] says: Miles Campion 'as shown such faith. Ye 'ave shown to yer family, yer friends, an' to yer brothers in the Holy Light that ye are such a person. That ye want above all else to be welcomed into the Lights warm embrace.
[20:06:40][Ruten] says: The path of a Paladin can be a 'ard, an' tedious road. Ye will be set against people's an' creature's who's desire is to destroy all the Light represents an' protects. Ye must be sure this is the path that ye want.
[20:07:07][Ruten] says: If ye are unsure of yerself... if ye do nay think that this is the path fer ye after all then leave now. Leave without any fear of reprisal 'er judgement from any that are gathered 'ere today. But if this is the path that ye want. If ye want to follow the
[20:07:34][Ruten] says: path of the paladin, an' accept it's code... Then kneel now, and swear yer vows.
[20:07:57]Ruten looks at Miles seriously after he says this last part saying nothing else.
[20:08:05]Campion kneels and speaks slowly. Clearly. Saying these words with utmost sincerity and clarity. These are words he believes, words he will live and die by.
[20:08:07]Campion kneels down.
[20:08:19][Campion] says: I, Miles Campion, with my peers and the Light as my witness, do swear the following.
[20:08:32][Campion] says: I swear to always serve the Light and remain ever faithful to it. My path will not fall to darkness so long as I hold it to my heart. I swear my sword and fealty to its everlasting glory.
[20:08:55][Campion] says: I swear to always uphold the Light's good works, my actions and courage a beacon of its strength. I will remain pure in heart; a holy, worthy vessel of its grace.
[20:09:11][Campion] says: I swear to always protect the innocent, for my strength is there for those who have none. I will be a shield to the downtrodden, a healing touch to the lost and injured. For worship of the Light is nothing without compassion.
[20:09:28][Campion] says: I swear to always stand by my comrades and family. For without them, I am nothing. I swear to always protect those I love, with all my heart and soul, with valour and honour.
[20:09:46][Campion] says: I swear to abide by my superiors, to honour my fellow knights. They are my commanders and authority, and they are my brothers in arms.
[20:10:03][Campion] says: I swear to always conduct myself honourably in combat. I will be swift, I will be merciful. I will not strike a fallen opponent, I will not resort to poison. I will not compromise morality in the name of victory.
[20:10:21][Campion] says: I swear to never use my holy gift in needless wrath. The Light is hope and healing, and it should not be called upon out of useless spite.
[20:10:35][Campion] says: I swear to always be truthful, in my words and in my conduct. The Light is purity, and my ways shall reflect that as a vessel of its holy presence.
[20:10:52][Campion] says: I swear to always uphold the pillars of our faith: tenacity, respect, compassion. These are the makings of a good and honourable man, and I will always strive for them.
[20:11:31]Campion takes a deep breath, reaching the end of his vows. "This I do swear, until my dying day."
[20:11:41][Ruten] says: Ye 'ave chosen the path of the Light. Let it welcome ye into it's bosom now, an' fer the rest of yer life. Take up yer sword, an' know that ye are blessed.
[20:11:55][Ruten] says: Rise Sir Miles Campion, Paladin of the Holy Light an' let Faith be yer Shield.
[20:12:06]Campion does, slowly and carefully.
[20:12:09]Ruten smiles warmly at Miles proud of his decision.
[20:12:39]Auroran looks around. D-do we cheer yet?
[20:13:02][Ruten] says: Face yer friends lad. Fer this day is fer all of us.
[20:13:28]Campion swallows and nods, smiling now. He turns and faces said friends, vows renewed, a paladin once more.
[20:13:34][Auroran] says: ...Wooo
[20:13:35]Aleyna grins widely and throws up her hand with Auroran's with a loud cheer.
[20:13:38]Campion bows down graciously.
[20:13:40]Cadence brushes a bit of a tear from her cheek, smiling at Miles.
[20:13:44]Auroran bounces up and down.
[20:13:46]Ruepert has his hands locked in front of him, bouncing on his toes.
[20:13:56]Natharai smiles, surprisingly, rather warmly and applauds gently for his friend.
[20:13:57]Xyria raises her hands and claps loudly, wth a wide smile.
[20:13:57]Natharai claps excitedly.
[20:14:00]Ruten grins at Miles and backs away to let Miles have his moment
[20:14:05][Campion] says: I-...Th-Thank you. All of you.
[20:14:24]Ruepert looks over as the other begin making noise, so he makes some of his own, clapping over his head loudly.
[20:14:44]Auroran is filled with happiness!
[20:14:44][Ruten] says: Ye 'ave done us proud lad.
[20:15:13]Aleyna beams happily at Campion.
[20:15:13][Xyria] says: Aye, and then some!
[20:15:18][Auroran] says: Yeah!
[20:15:28]Campion looks down, still smiling. "I-...Yes. This is a new start. I'm glad you were all here to see it."
[20:15:40][Natharai] says: And we are honored for you to include us, Miles.
[20:15:42]Ruepert wants to move towards Campion, but holds back, not wanting to be the first to break rank.
[20:15:46]Auroran nods.
[20:15:51][Campion] says: I want to be there for all of you. As family, as a protector, a healer, a confidant...whatever it is you need of me.
[20:16:03][Ruten] says: Aye lad. Twas an honor to be 'ere fer ye. With ye.
[20:16:07][Auroran] says: I think we should...
[20:16:26]Natharai arches a brow at Auroran. Should what?
[20:16:27][Ruten] says: Should..?
[20:16:33]Auroran looks around. "Uhh."
[20:16:38][Campion] says: Use your words, Auro.
[20:16:38][Xyria] says: C'mon, Auro, out with it.
[20:16:38]Auroran didn't jump.
[20:16:42][Auroran] says: Hugs?
[20:16:46]You quietly snicker to yourself.
[20:16:47]Campion laughs.
[20:16:48]Ruepert can't hold back.
[20:16:50]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:16:51][Ruepert] says: Yes!
[20:16:56]Natharai blinks.
[20:16:56]Ruepert charges forward!
[20:16:59][Ruten] says: Go fer it lad. He's there waitin' fer ye
[20:17:02]Xyria grins. "That's usually Xy's department, but I think I can manage one, just this once.'
[20:17:04]Natharai smirks lopsidedly at Auroran and Ruepert.
[20:17:11]Aleyna runs over as well!
[20:17:19]Campion is CHARGE-HUGGED. Oh man.
[20:17:26]Auroran joins in the group hug!
[20:17:28]Cadence quietly folds her hands in front of her, glancing aside.
[20:17:32]Ruten cant' help but grin at the situation.
[20:17:35]Ruepert hugs like the force of a thousand toddlers.
[20:17:49]Natharai hangs back, politely, per usual. If he 'charge hugged' Campion, that would be a strange sight.
[20:18:07]Xyria chuckles as she gives a rare Lost-hug. "Xy'd kill me if I didn't, so this is from her, too."
[20:18:10]Aleyna ruffles Campion's hair until it's completely out of it's usual style.
[20:18:27]Campion gives hugs back, as best he can manage with all the armour in the way.
[20:18:46]Campion can't even manage a frown at his hair being DESTROYED by Aleyna.
[20:18:50]Auroran is very happy with Campion!
[20:19:09][Xyria] says: Hah. Not gonna get in on all the huggin' there, Da?
[20:19:15]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:19:17]Xyria winks down at Ruten mischeviously.
[20:19:26][Ruten] says: I think he 'as enough 'ugs fer now eh?
[20:19:35]Aleyna snickers and falls back, letting Campion get some breathing room.
[20:19:39][Campion] says: Thank you. Light, all of you. I-...I'm glad you WANTED to be here? I-...
[20:19:49]Ruepert breaks his head off from the hug, and looks over to Ruten.
[20:19:51]Campion has blown all his words on saying the vows, it'd seem. He just smiles and laughs instead.
[20:19:54][Ruepert] says: Never enough hugs. Get in here.
[20:19:55]Auroran also backs off a bit, smiling.
[20:20:03]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:20:07]Campion gently pats Ruepert.
[20:20:09]Xyria laughs! "You heard the man, Da."
[20:20:14]Ruten shrugs. Sure what the hell.
[20:20:20]Ruepert slacks a bit, but keeps one arm over Campion's shoulders.
[20:20:46]Ruten grins at Miles and pats his shoulder. "Ye done good lad. I'm proud of ye." Then he gives him a hug
[20:20:57]Campion bends down so he can indeed give Ruten a hug as well. "Thank you. For everything. For keeping the faith. For wanting to see me back in the graces of the Light. I-....Thank you."
[20:21:37]Ruten nods softly. "Ye only 'ave to thank yerself lad. It was ye who found yer faith again."
[20:21:46]Auroran nods.
[20:21:57][Ruten] says: I only guided ye to it. In the end the work was yers.
[20:22:03][Campion] says: Couldn't have done it if I didn't still have people who believed in me.
[20:22:10]Campion laughs quietly, straightening back up.
[20:22:10]Campion laughs quietly, straightening back up.
[20:22:31]Natharai glances to Cadence sidelong and clears his throat.
[20:22:31][Maltos] says: Shouldn't there be a... dragon here?
[20:22:43]Auroran boggles at the situation.
[20:22:46]Auroran stares Maltos down.
[20:22:49]Campion laughs.
[20:22:57][Campion] says: Well, thankfully not?
[20:23:01]Ruten glances over at the newccomer. "Nay dragon 'ere."
[20:23:07]Ruepert looks over his shoulder.
[20:23:10][Ruepert] says: There's dragons here?
[20:23:16][Xyria] says: Not tonight, no.
[20:23:17][Auroran] says: There are sometimes.
[20:23:18]Maltos laughs quietly, "Don't let the dragonflights hear you say such things."
[20:23:24]Natharai looks at Maltos, then his felsteed...and sighs.
[20:23:27][Maltos] says: Ah, they phase in and out, do they?
[20:24:07][Ruten] says: I 'ave nay idea.
[20:24:11]Auroran shrugs. Who knows?
[20:24:21]Campion shrugs, still smiling. "Well, good thing we were dragon-less for this. That would have. uh. Made it a bit more of an ordeal."
[20:24:22][Ruten] says: We are just 'ere to be with friendly company.
[20:24:35]Maltos nods, "I am not of your company. Good evening to you all."
[20:24:36][Ruten] says: Aye that's somethin' we do nay need.
[20:24:38][Auroran] says: We would have punched that dragon.
[20:24:45]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:24:51][Ruten] says: Aye, I believe ye would 'ave lad.
[20:24:54][Campion] says: I do not doubt your dragon-punching abilities, Auro.
[20:24:57]Auroran flexes his muscles. Oooooh so strong!
[20:24:57]Natharai nods politely to Maltos.
[20:25:08]Ruten nods at Maltos.
[20:25:17][Ruten] says: Good evenin' to ye then
[20:25:20][Maltos] says: Hie!
[20:25:28]Campion shakes his head. Demon-horse
[20:25:29][Natharai] says: ...Figures.
[20:25:31]Xyria chuckles at Auro. "Dragon punching, huh? I like your style."
[20:25:37]Natharai smirks lopsidedly. "Warlocks ruin everything."
[20:25:39]Ruepert looks over to Xyria.
[20:25:42][Ruten] says: Never a dull moment.
[20:25:44][Auroran] says: Yeah! I am going to be a great puncher someday.
[20:25:48]Aleyna grins at Natharai and moves to drape an arm on his shoulder.
[20:25:49]Campion gives a sly look at Natharai. DO THEY.
[20:25:54][Ruepert] says: I still think that's silly. Laz couldn't even wrestle a bear.
[20:26:02][Aleyna] says: The bear cheated.
[20:26:02][Auroran] says: Laz is a dumb.
[20:26:11]Campion laughs.
[20:26:37][Ruten] says: Who is Laz? Friend of yers?
[20:26:41]Natharai lets out a faint 'oof' at being used as a post to lean on. "I am not certain what you are going on about... But I wager I would pay money to see Lazaar wrestle a bear."
[20:26:48]Ruepert shakes his head.
[20:26:54]Campion carefully extracts Ruepert's arm from around his shoulders, giving his bald, bald head a friendly pat, then wandering over towards Cadence.
[20:27:00]Aleyna grins crookedly to Natharai, "Well, you missed the fun then."
[20:27:12][Natharai] says: Did I now? Hm... Unfortunate.
[20:27:15]Auroran is... standing around awkwardly! Time to stare at people.
[20:27:16][Ruepert] says: It was kinda funny.
[20:27:24][Campion] says: ...Thank you for coming to this, Lady Cadence. It means a great deal.
[20:27:27]Cadence looks to Miles, mustering a weak smile.
[20:27:47][Cadence] says: Of course. I'm very happy for you.
[20:27:51]Ruten crosses his arms and watches everyone talk idly to their friends.
[20:28:13]Ruepert leans forward to see past Auro, looking at Xyria.
[20:28:16][Campion] says: I-...I do hope this is a new start. It's a fresh beginning on this all. Making things right and-...
[20:28:22]Aleyna shifts her weight idly, looking around.
[20:28:24]Campion trails off, but smiles at her hopefully all the same.
[20:28:28]Auroran looks over Ruepert! What great friends.
[20:28:50]Ruepert squints. Does he recognize her?
[20:28:55][Xyria] says: Oy, Ruepert. Xy says to tell ya hi!
[20:28:57]Ruten looks at Lost wondering if she even notices Ruepert looking at her.
[20:29:05][Auroran] says: Oh!
[20:29:06]Ruepert stares for a second, the smiles.
[20:29:07][Auroran] says: Wait.
[20:29:11][Ruepert] says: I knew I remembered you!
[20:29:23]Cadence tucks her hands behind her back, poised in a perfectly prim manner. "I'm sure you'll do just fine, Miles."
[20:29:26][Auroran] says: Are you... the uhh.
[20:29:27]Auroran looks at Xyria.
[20:29:30][Auroran] says: I forget your name.
[20:29:38]Auroran is honest, at least.
[20:29:56]Xyria grins. "It's Lost. We've met before, Auro. Just not talked as much as you've talked to Xy."
[20:29:58]Natharai still stands around, half paying attention to the different conversations taking place around him. A talkative one, our Nath.
[20:30:16]Campion smiles at Cadence still, and then moves closer to pull her into a hug. C'mere.
[20:30:18][Auroran] says: Ohh. Okay. Nice meeting you.
[20:30:19]Auroran nods at Xyria.
[20:30:35]Auroran is now out of words. He just... glances from person to person. Humm.
[20:30:41]Xyria twitches her fingers from her forhead in a friendly salute.
[20:30:55][Ruepert] says: Can Xy...hear me right now?
[20:31:02]Cadence tenses up a bit, and attempts to hide her uncertainty even as she pats him on the back. Back to awkward, are we?
[20:31:06]Ruepert bobs his head around, as though maybe she's hiding behind her glowing eyes.
[20:31:08][Ruten] says: I would imagine they are both listenin' to this. Aye.
[20:31:12][Xyria] says: Aye, she's here too.
[20:31:21]Ruepert smiles and waves.
[20:31:23]Auroran notices the hugging going on back there. Hmm.
[20:31:24][Ruepert] says: Hi Xy!
[20:31:40]Xyria grins. "My turn up front tonight, so to speak, but she....Ha! She wants to know how come you never came to visit the pets?"
[20:31:43]Campion doesn't notice,of course. He never does. The only awkward here is two people in armour hugging. While still close, he whispers something.
[20:31:49]Ruten cant' help but grin at Ruepert. Such a friendly guy!
[20:32:13]Ruepert shrugs and looks a little embaressed.
[20:32:34][Ruepert] says: Well, I don't know where you stay! And...I did kinda forget...
[20:32:40]Ruepert pokes the ground with his toe.
[20:33:09][Xyria] says: Aw, don't worry about it. I'll tell ya how to get there - hey, anyone introduce you to Da, or you guys already met?
[20:33:26][Ruten] says: I met 'im once... was a long time ago though.
[20:33:35]Cadence jerks back and covers her mouth with her hand, stifling -something-. In a moment or two it becomes clear that it's just girlish emotion, and she's biting back a sob. Still, she's trying to look happy, which results in a strange sort of grimace.
[20:33:44][Xyria] says: Aah. Couldn't remember.
[20:33:54]Ruepert nods.
[20:33:59][Ruten] says: Aye I think ye were there when I meet Miles the first time.
[20:34:11]Auroran lurks.
[20:34:17]Natharai casts a vaguely inquisitive glance to Campion and Cadence, but then properly averts his eyes.
[20:34:25]Campion leans back enough to smile tenderly at her. "Thank you," he says again. "I mean it. From the bottom of my heart."
[20:34:29][Ruten] says: Ye were tellin' some sort of story I believe.
[20:34:42]Ruepert smiles and scratches his chin through his beard in thought.
[20:34:50]Aleyna twitches an ear and looks over. She eyes Auroran briefly and calls over to him, "Auro."
[20:34:51][Ruepert] says: I do remember telling stories, but I can't remember which it was.
[20:34:57]Auroran jumps!
[20:34:59]Cadence hugs Campion tightly.
[20:35:16]Aleyna beckons him over.
[20:35:20]Ruten chuckles softly. "Aye been a long time. Durned if I remember mehself actually."
[20:35:21]Auroran frowns.
[20:35:34]Auroran looks to the huggadins. He looks at Aleyna. T-torn.
[20:35:56]Campion hugs her back! He also pets her hair a little, carefully. He still murmurs 'thank you' ever now and again.
[20:36:29]Aleyna chides, "Auroran Saia."
[20:36:32]Ruepert looks over his shoulder to Campion, then back to Ruten.
[20:36:36][Auroran] says: Whaaaat
[20:36:45][Aleyna] says: Leave them alone. They're having a moment.
[20:36:47][Ruepert] says: So you helped Campion become a pallidan again?
[20:36:55][Auroran] says: What is 'a moment'?
[20:37:01]Auroran is a little worried now!
[20:37:09][Ruten] says: Ye found 'is faith on 'is own. I just showed 'im the way.
[20:37:20][Ruten] says: But I guess ye coudl say that, aye.
[20:37:36][Aleyna] says: It means that they're having a heart to heart.
[20:37:43][Aleyna] says: It's very emotional.
[20:37:46]Ruepert quickly marches forward and swoops down to grab Ruten's gloved hand to give it a hearty shake.
[20:37:46][Auroran] says: Ohhh.
[20:37:48]Aleyna nods sagely.
[20:38:05][Auroran] says: I want a heart-to-heart someday.
[20:38:13]Auroran thinks it'd be nice!
[20:38:25]Auroran has no idea what this phrase means.
[20:38:25]Cadence finally pulls back, hastily removing one gauntlet to wipe at her cheeks without roughing herself up. "Sorry," she mutters.
[20:38:31]Ruten is obviously a bit surprised by how sudden that is but he grins at him soon enough and returns the handshaking. Man this guy is like friendly in Godform.
[20:38:34]Aleyna rolls her eyes, "You've had them before!"
[20:38:38][Auroran] says: I have?
[20:38:40]Campion shakes his head. "It's fine."
[20:38:43][Aleyna] says: Yes.
[20:38:47]Natharai lets out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[20:38:49][Auroran] says: ...cool
[20:38:51][Ruepert] says: Well thank you very much! I think this'll really make Campion happier!
[20:38:58][Natharai] says: Yes, surely you have had an emotional talk with someone you hold dear, Auroran.
[20:39:01][Auroran] says: OH
[20:39:05][Auroran] says: Is that what it is?
[20:39:08][Natharai] says: Yes.
[20:39:09][Aleyna] says: Yes.
[20:39:14]Auroran is so enlightened.
[20:39:15][Ruten] says: I do 'ope so. I do nay want to see 'im so depressed anymore. He deserves more than that.
[20:39:23][Auroran] says: Okay.
[20:39:30][Ruten] says: I'm glad to see he 'as such great friends such as all of ye to 'elp 'im.
[20:39:30][Ruepert] says: A friend of my friends, is a friend of mine! If you need anything ever, be sure to let me know!
[20:39:43]Auroran stares.
[20:39:44]Ruten smiles softly.
[20:39:52]Cadence chokes out a forced laugh, then gestures, waving Campion off toward the group. "Don't let me keep you over here."
[20:39:53][Ruten] says: Aye lad that I will. Same to ye eh?
[20:39:53]Xyria 's turn to grin. Ruepert - what a guy.
[20:39:57]Natharai looks up to Auroran and snaps his fingers a few times. Hey. Hey. Over here.
[20:40:10]Auroran stares at Natharai! Attention get.
[20:40:20]Ruepert beams at the being a great friend compliment.
[20:40:44][Campion] says: They'll all get their turn. Don't worry. I just-...Just wanted to let you know. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you. I all but owe you a debt of honour at this rate.
[20:40:46]Aleyna stares at Auroran.
[20:40:50]Campion chuckles quietly.
[20:40:51][Ruten] says: He would nay 'ave gotten through this without all of yer support. It was all of ye who 'elped 'im just as much as meh.
[20:41:01][Natharai] says: It is not good to stare, Auro...
[20:41:03][Cadence] says: You don't owe me anything.
[20:41:07][Auroran] says: Why not.
[20:41:23][Aleyna] says: 'Cause it's rude.
[20:41:27]Natharai lifts an eyebrow slowly. Uh. What? "Surely you do not like being stared at."
[20:41:28][Auroran] says: Staring is NOT rude.
[20:41:33][Aleyna] says: Is too.
[20:41:36][Auroran] says: Is noot.
[20:41:45][Natharai] says: It is.
[20:41:48][Auroran] says: Is nooot.
[20:41:51]Aleyna nods. Yep.
[20:41:56]Natharai stares, unblinkingly, at Auroran.
[20:41:58]Xyria sort of leans back and quietly eavesdrops on the conversation with Auro. Wow, this sounds like her conversations with her son.
[20:41:59]Auroran stares Natharai down.
[20:42:04]Natharai stares Auroran down.
[20:42:06]Auroran stares Natharai down.
[20:42:10]Ruten looks over at Auroran briefly and chuckles. "Is too."
[20:42:11]You stare Auroran down.
[20:42:12]Natharai stares Auroran down.
[20:42:15]Campion carefully brushes a bit of Cadence's hair away from her face, still smiling tenderly. "We'll speak again? Soon. I don't want to keep you here either."
[20:42:29][Auroran] says: ...Hi.
[20:42:38]Ruepert looks over at Auro.
[20:42:39]Cadence blushes. "I-if you wish."
[20:43:01]Natharai looks sidelong to Aleyna. He doesn't get it, does he...
[20:43:06]You let out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[20:43:14]Auroran had a great upbringing.
[20:43:19]Aleyna reaches out and smacks Auroran upside the head.
[20:43:24][Auroran] says: OWW!
[20:43:30][Auroran] says: Slapping is rude, Ley.
[20:43:30][Aleyna] says: There.
[20:43:35]Campion backs off now, letting her go. "Again, I can never thank you enough. You've helped me more than I can say..."
[20:43:40]Ruepert nods and looks to Aleyna.
[20:43:40][Aleyna] says: I only do it when you're being dumb.
[20:43:45][Ruepert] says: He's right you know.
[20:43:46][Auroran] says: Well you're a dumb.
[20:43:51][Aleyna] says: No.
[20:43:53][Auroran] says: Yes.
[20:44:01][Aleyna] says: I'm not the one who stares.
[20:44:02]Ruten can't help but grin at the scene going on infront of him. Man was -this- the mob? If they were apart of it too he wondered how anything ever got done.
[20:44:06]Auroran stares you down.
[20:44:09]Natharai reaches up to slowly rub at the bridge of his nose. Oh, Light...
[20:44:09]Xyria is trying, and failing, to choke back laughter here.
[20:44:11]You stare Auroran down.
[20:44:22]Cadence nods, glancing down and tugging her gauntlet back on.
[20:44:51]Auroran stares for a while longer, then he looks back at the huggadins.
[20:44:56]Auroran stares Cadence down.
[20:45:13][Aleyna] says: Auro.
[20:45:19][Auroran] says: Yeah?
[20:45:23]Cadence looks at Auroran.
[20:45:23]Aleyna whistles.
[20:45:26]Cadence shudders at the sight of Auroran.
[20:45:32]Auroran smiles at Cadence.
[20:45:35][Auroran] says: Hi Cadence!
[20:45:41]Natharai lets out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[20:45:43]Campion glances over his shoulder. Ohh. An Auro. Oh boy.
[20:45:44][Cadence] says: ... hh- good evening.
[20:45:49][Natharai] says: Light, you are thick, Saia...
[20:45:54]Aleyna sighs and places her hand to her face. "I give up."
[20:45:54][Auroran] says: I am not fat.
[20:46:01]Campion looks back to Cadence. Uhh, if you want to escape....
[20:46:03][Natharai] says: ...Really?
[20:46:07][Auroran] says: Uhh.
[20:46:07]Natharai covers his face with his palm.
[20:46:20]Cadence stares at Auroran. What.
[20:46:24][Ruten] says: Persistant one isn't he?
[20:46:27][Cadence] says: I'm.. sorry?
[20:46:34][Auroran] says: Why are you sorry?
[20:46:37][Natharai] says: ...Essentially so. He is...a special boy.
[20:46:38]Xyria actually bites a knuckle, grinning. "He's GREAT."
[20:46:42][Aleyna] says: I'm going to get a cow prod. Like the ones they use on the farm.
[20:46:44]Auroran looks at Campion. "What happened?"
[20:46:49][Cadence] says: I'm not sure I understan-
[20:46:55]Aleyna makes a BZZTing noise, "Bad Auroran."
[20:46:55][Campion] says: ...Auro. Come on.
[20:46:56]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:47:05]Auroran frowns. "But..."
[20:47:12]Campion waves the elf away from Cadence. Come onnn.
[20:47:15][Auroran] says: I uhh. I should go back to work.
[20:47:17][Auroran] says: Bye everyone.
[20:47:23]Auroran bolts.
[20:47:27]Natharai blinks at Auroran.
[20:47:27]Campion lets out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[20:47:31][Xyria] says: ...bye?
[20:47:31]You let out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[20:47:48][Auroran] yells: It was fun!
[20:47:54]Cadence is helplessly confused.
[20:47:54][Natharai] says: ...Alright then?
[20:47:57][Campion] yells: Take care, Auroran.
[20:47:58]You shrug. Who knows?
[20:48:01][Ruten] says: That was interestin'
[20:48:03][Auroran] yells: You are my friends.
[20:48:05][Auroran] yells: Bye.
[20:48:12]Ruepert stares at the path and where the voices is coming from.
[20:48:16][Ruepert] says: ...Why'd he leave?
[20:48:23][Campion] says: He's just...silly.
[20:48:27][Aleyna] says: He's a bid.
[20:48:28]Ruten shrugs softly. "Durned if I know."
[20:48:29][Aleyna] says: bird*]]
[20:48:31][Natharai] says: ...He is Auroran. Does it need any more explaining?
[20:48:34][Aleyna] says: He just flies away sometimes.
[20:48:42]Campion still watches where Auroran fled. Special boy.
[20:49:10]Natharai finally takes this time to wander over towards Campion.
[20:49:25][Natharai] says: Congratulations, Miles.
[20:49:27]Aleyna crosses her arms loosely over her stomach.
[20:49:28]Ruepert shrugs. Special is ok.
[20:49:45]Campion sighs again, turning away from where Auro fled into the night, smiling to Natharai now. "Thank you. I'm glad you came as well. Especially so." Given, well.
[20:50:09]Cadence combs her hair back behind one ear carefully, and then turns to leave, offering cordial nods to the group.
[20:50:46]Ruten nods briefly back to Cadence in return.
[20:50:54]Natharai gives Campion a rather broad, if not somewhat wry, smile as he reaches forward to lightly clap a hand over some part of his left shoulder that isn't covered in spiked pauldron.
[20:51:40]Campion goes the extra mile and gives Natharai a hug as well. An exceptionally careful one! Since, yes. Armour. NO armour. And Nath's not exactly a sturdy guy.
[20:52:18]Natharai blinks, but offers a faint laugh as he returns the hug. Aw...
[20:52:34]Campion mutters something to Natharai so long as he's got him close.
[20:53:16]Aleyna tilts her head a bit at the whisper and briefly wonders if Natharai will end up crying too.
[20:53:45]Xyria looks around the grove with a smile.
[20:53:50]Natharai bursts into tears! ...Only not. Instead he blinks slightly at this, staring vacantly ahead of him before offering a simple murmur of a response.
[20:53:55]Ruten glances over at Lost. "Brought yer armor too eh? Where'd ye get that shiny mace?"
[20:54:10]Aleyna is disappointed.
[20:54:17]Ruepert looks over his shoulder again. Oh look! Conversation!
[20:54:47]Aleyna faces the other group as to not completely stare at Natharai and Campion. She's no Auroran.
[20:54:49]Xyria glances down at the mace and chuckles. "Oh, just on some job not too long ago. Thought I might as well learn to use more than just an axe from time to time."
[20:55:18][Xyria] says: And it's a nice one, anyway
[20:55:28]Xyria hands the mace to Ruten for inspecting.
[20:55:39]Ruepert eyeballs the mace as it's passed around.
[20:55:42]Ruten grins at her slightly and nods. "Aye might be useful. Sometimes an' axe is nay always the best weapon fer the job. As much as ye may want it to be." He grins at her at the last bit.
[20:55:56][Ruepert] says: Why's it all glowy?
[20:56:06]Campion nods quietly. "All right," he murmurs, leaning back to get a better look at Natharai. Give him an encouraging smile. This WAS part in doing just that, one way or another. It's always good to have a paladin on your side.
[20:56:09][Ruepert] says: Is it magical?
[20:56:16]Ruten looks the mace over. Nice craftsmanship. He glances at Ruepert with in amusement. "I 'ave nay idea. Probobly enchanted."
[20:56:25]Ruten passes it to Ruepert to inspect.
[20:56:45]Ruepert grabs it, holding it in his hand, moving it from side to side.
[20:57:06]Ruten is surprised by his enthusiasm. This was an interesting human here.
[20:57:08][Xyria] says: We haven't runed it up yet, so it's glowing on it's own. I have no idea who to ask if it's enchanted or not, though. And da...axes are always best.
[20:57:22]Xyria winks at Ruten.
[20:57:28]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:57:37][Ruten] says: Tell yerself that all ye want. Does nay mean it's true.
[20:57:40]Ruepert is holding it up, looking over the weapon and then turns to Ley and points to the weapon.
[20:57:48][Ruepert] says: Ley, you're a wizard. Is this thing magical?
[20:57:55]Natharai continues to give Campion a faint bittersweet sort of smile, but he seems proud of him. "My thanks, paladin," he murmurs with a hint of amusement, his lips stretching further into a smirk.
[20:58:03][Xyria] says: Ley's a wizard?
[20:58:03]Aleyna laughs and grins, "Of course it is."
[20:58:16]Ruepert 's eye's go wide and his holds the weapon almost revenantly now.
[20:58:19]Campion nods once more, giving him a careful pat on one shoulder. It'll be okay. This too shall pass.
[20:58:22]Ruten looks at Aleyna. She was a mage? "Oh ye are a mage eh?"
[20:58:36]Aleyna nods sagely, "I am a master of the art of transformation."
[20:58:38]Ruepert looks over and whispers none to quietly to Xyria.
[20:58:47][Ruepert] says: Yeah, she does all kinds of magic tricks and things
[20:58:52]Ruepert nods.
[20:58:54][Ruepert] says: Wizard.
[20:58:55]Natharai looks sidelong to Aleyna and rolls his eyes. Oh, her parlour tricks again, huh?
[20:58:57][Ruten] says: Magic tricks eh?
[20:59:06][Ruten] says: Well I do nay know 'bout magic but I got some of meh own.
[20:59:24]Campion glances over. Oh boy. Time for the Ley Show.
[20:59:27][Natharai] says: Mm... Well, again. Congratulations, Miles.
[20:59:41][Campion] says: Thank you, Natharai. I mean that.
[20:59:42]Xyria chuckles. This is going to get entertaining, she's pretty sure.
[20:59:48]Ruepert gently hands Xyria her weapon back, nodding his approval, and then goes back to watching Ley.
[20:59:53][Natharai] says: But I am going to be on my way before Greenpath yanks me into the audience. Give my regards to Peregrinne, yes?
[21:00:06]Natharai 's eyes narrow in a small smile, nodding. "Thank you as well..."
[21:00:07]Ruten looks over to Ley. "What kinda stuff can ye transform into then eh?"
[21:00:17]Xyria stows the mace on her belt carefully - not an axe, but she still seems pretty fond of it.
[21:00:31]Campion winces slightly. "I-..." His face falls and he eyes Natharai momentarily before muttering something to him again.
[21:00:45]Aleyna twitches her ears and frowns at Natharai. She heard that! She looks back to her audience and grins, "Plenty of things! I can be beast, bird, or Horde. I can even disappear completely!"
[21:00:52]Natharai is given a moment of pause, brow furrowing. "Hm?"
[21:01:02][Ruten] says: Oh I can do that.
[21:01:14]Ruten grins a little. Light he loved being an engineer.
[21:01:26]Aleyna smirks, "Can you?"
[21:01:29][Ruten] says: Troll too
[21:01:31][Ruten] says: Aye.
[21:01:36][Ruten] says: Do nay believe meh
[21:01:40]Ruten grinned a little.
[21:01:44]Xyria is fighting laughter again. She nudges Ruepert. 'Watch this.'
[21:01:49]Natharai frowns profoundly at this. "...What? Really?"
[21:02:10]Aleyna flicks her thumb across her nose and grins, "This sounds like a challenge!"
[21:02:16]Ruten grins wickedly.
[21:02:17]Campion just nods, lips pressed together in a thin line, turning his eyes back to Aleyna and her antics.
[21:02:17]Ruepert is jerking his head back and forth between the two as each talks. He also nods to Xyria, but doesn't take his eyes off of them.
[21:02:20][Ruten] says: Alright show meh what ye got.
[21:02:35]Aleyna clears her throat and throws down a smoke bomb.
[21:02:47]Aleyna reaches out with an undead claw and makes her most horrible hiss.
[21:02:50]Ruepert gasps audibaly
[21:03:01]Ruten inspects Aleyna looking her over. "Aye that's quite a trick ye got there!"
[21:03:22]Aleyna holds up her finger and says with a shuddering breath, "I've got more."
[21:03:22][Natharai] says: ...Miles. I am sure you already know that he is proud of you and that he wished he could be here.
[21:03:27]Ruten reaches into his pocket and pulls out an orb of some kind. He rubs his hand over it briefly.
[21:03:33]You cackle maniacally at Ruten.
[21:03:40]Ruten laughs.
[21:03:52]Aleyna transforms again!
[21:03:58][Ruten] says: Ooohhhhhh!
[21:04:02]Campion nods, smiling. "I know. He was-...Aheh. He was pissed. But. Business is business, right? And at least I got to see him off at all."
[21:04:03][Ruten] says: That's a good one that is.
[21:04:08]You bark. Woof woof!
[21:04:19]Ruten inspects Aleyna. Looks real too!
[21:04:28][Ruten] says: Nay bad
[21:04:30]You burst into dance.
[21:04:32][Ruten] says: Nay bad at all.
[21:04:47]You cackle maniacally at the situation.
[21:04:53]Ruten cackles maniacally at the situation.
[21:05:03]Ruepert double takes to Ruten.
[21:05:08]You put your arm around Ruepert's shoulder.
[21:05:11]Xyria grins at both of them. Oh, this is just good.
[21:05:14]Ruten grins at Ruepert.
[21:05:35]Ruepert shinks away just a little, but then grins and tries to put his arm around the transformed Ley's shoulder.
[21:05:35]Natharai 's eyebrow twitches lightly at the sound of Aleyna barking, looking a little vexed at the 'showdown' she and Ruten are having. "Sadly so... But he will come home safe. However, if you ever do want to talk, or want company, my home is open to you."
[21:05:58]Ruten grins at her. "Anythin' else?"
[21:06:03]Aleyna sits. "Not on hand."
[21:06:22][Ruten] says: I can turn ye into a chicken.
[21:06:23]Ruten grins wickedly.
[21:06:28]Ruepert reachs in from Aleyna's blind spot, and grabs one of the protruding feathers, yanking it.
[21:06:28][Aleyna] says: You mean I'm not?
[21:06:33]Aleyna yelps!
[21:06:35][Ruten] says: Nay a real chicken.
[21:06:36][Xyria] says: Smaller chicken.
[21:06:39]Campion smiles to the warlock now, grateful and quiet. "I appreciate the offer. May or may not take you up on it? House is a lonesome place when it's just me." He glances at those gathered, however, and then pitches his voice a little lower to Natharai.
[21:06:39]Ruepert lets go and jumps back.
[21:06:57][Ruepert] says: Sorry! I didn't know if you could feel them!
[21:07:04]Aleyna looks to Ruepert with.. a frown? It's hard to tell with a beak.
[21:07:46]Ruten looks over to Ruepert and then Aleyna. "Ah so it's real?"
[21:07:51]Aleyna brushes off her skirt.
[21:07:57][Ruten] says: Aye that some trick.
[21:08:03][Aleyna] says: It's a transformation, so kind of.
[21:08:08]Aleyna rubs at the back of her head.
[21:08:16]Ruepert waits till she's back to Ley form, then moves forward and touches te top of her head lightly.
[21:08:21][Ruepert] says: I'm sorry! Are you ok?
[21:08:34]Your eyes shift back and forth suspiciously.
[21:08:41]Aleyna quickly moves to grab Ruepert in a headlock.
[21:09:11]Xyria blinks in surprise - whoa, Ruepert's in troubles!
[21:09:16]Ruepert doesn't put up much of a struggle, grinning and moving into the headlock.
[21:09:20]Natharai furrows his brow at the mention of this. ...Clearly he was not kept in the loop about this.
[21:09:41]Aleyna rubs his bald, bald head until she gets a nice indian burn going.
[21:10:15]Ruepert yelps. He then goes and moves his arms behind her legs, litterally sweeping her off her feet.
[21:10:40]Aleyna yelps in turn and holds onto his neck for dear life.
[21:10:40]Ruten glances at Ruepert and Aleyna. Never a dull moment!
[21:10:50]Campion pauses in his muttering, looking away briefly, brow furrowed.
[21:10:55][Ruten] says: Eh now it was just an' accident I'm sure Ley.
[21:11:27]Ruepert holds her steady, grinning at her and waiting for her to release her death grip on his neck.
[21:11:57]Natharai frowns crookedly, murmuring quietly. "You know as well as I that he would be here if he could."
[21:12:19]Aleyna huffs through her nose and moves to right herself. She grins to Ruepert.
[21:12:26]Campion nods, smirking sad and lopsided. "Like I said, he was pissed. I came home to broken furniture."
[21:12:37]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[21:12:43][Ruten] says: So this a normal occurance with ye lot?
[21:12:56]Aleyna raises her eyebrows, "What?"
[21:12:58]Ruepert looks over to Ruten still grinning.
[21:13:03][Ruepert] says: What is?
[21:13:14]Ruten laughs.
[21:13:20][Ruten] says: Nevermind
[21:13:27]Ruten grins at them.
[21:13:46][Natharai] says: ...Hn. Nonetheless, the offer still stands.
[21:13:51]Aleyna blinks a bit at Ruten and shrugs.
[21:14:17]Natharai takes a moment to pat around his pockets, frowning lightly when he does not find what he was looking for. Hnn...
[21:14:24]Campion nods, shaking off what he can of the SADS. "Yes. And it's well-noted. Might be useful, given what...well. What lies ahead." He eyes Nath meaningfully. You know. What's going on with YOU, bro.
[21:14:25]Ruepert bounces Aleyna in his arms a few times.
[21:14:38]Natharai leans in again to murmur something to Campion.
[21:15:02]Aleyna rolls her eyes at Ruepert.
[21:15:07]Xyria bursts into laughter at the Ley Bouncing. She glances at Ruten - boy, temptation. She's not *quite* that dumb, though.
[21:15:14][Ruepert] says: What? You're kinda light! It's fun!
[21:15:41][Aleyna] says: I'm an elf! It's our job to be light.
[21:15:46]Aleyna wiggles her fingers.
[21:15:46]Ruten glances over to Lost not liking how she was looking at him.
[21:15:52]Campion commits this to memory! He nods. "Thank you."
[21:15:59][Xyria] says: Oh, relax, Da.
[21:16:13][Ruten] says: With ye? That's nay in meh vocabulary.
[21:16:17]Xyria grins wickedly at him. "I wouldn't prank you...here with everyone around."
[21:16:32][Xyria] says: Later...that's another story.
[21:16:38][Ruepert] says: What's the fun in pranking someone when no one else is around?
[21:16:38]Natharai gives Campion one more reassuring shoulderpat before parting. Don't worry. You'll be fine, Grinne will be fine... Everyone will be.
[21:16:51]Campion smiles. "I'll not keep you, otherwise."
[21:17:05][Natharai] says: Might I speak with you in a day or so, MIles? Whenever you are available, of course.
[21:17:20]Xyria blinks. "You're kidding."
[21:17:24][Campion] says: Absolutely. We're overdue for a talk anyways. You can come over. I'll make tea.
[21:17:25]Campion smirks.
[21:17:43][Natharai] says: Heh. Sounds like a plan... Good night then, Miles.
[21:17:59]Campion nods cordially to Natharai. "Light be with you."
[21:18:01][Ruten] says: Later eh?
[21:18:05]Aleyna waves at Natharai. HI.
[21:18:09]Xyria begins to be a leeeetle nervous at the look in Ruten's face.
[21:18:10][Ruten] says: Too bad I can nay say the same thin'
[21:18:19]Ruten cackles maniacally at Xyria.
[21:18:20]You blink at Xyria.
[21:18:22][Xyria] says: SKWAK!!
[21:18:25][Xyria] says: ...dammit
[21:18:33]Natharai opens his mouth to speak aaaaand....suddenly chicken. He just flags a hand at the group and walks AWAY.
[21:18:37]Ruten cackles maniacally at Xyria.
[21:18:46]Ruepert notes Nath leaving and yells.
[21:18:50]Xyria shakes a fist at Ruten. "You're paying for that, Da!"
[21:18:52][Ruepert] yells: Bye Nath!
[21:19:05]Aleyna claps a hand over her ear, "Agh, Rue!"
[21:19:14][Natharai] yells: I KNOW NONE OF YOU PEOPLE.
[21:19:18][Ruepert] says: Oop. Sorry.
[21:19:22]Campion blinks.
[21:19:24]Campion laughs.
[21:19:29]You quietly snicker to yourself.
[21:19:38]Ruepert turns with Ley in his arms to Campion.
[21:19:42][Ruepert] says: Hey Campy!
[21:19:52][Campion] says: Hey. What are you-...What are you doing.
[21:20:00]Aleyna gives Campion her best 'help me' puppy-dog eyes.
[21:20:28]Ruten grins wickedly at Xyria.
[21:20:31][Xyria] says: You are so in for it, Da.
[21:20:36][Ruten] says: Nay give up the opportunity fer a good prank
[21:21:04]Xyria grins right back. "Another fatherly lesson, huh? Don't think I'll forget that one anytime soon."
[21:21:12]Campion just stares at the Ley-toting. What is going on, guys.
[21:21:16][Ruten] says: Need to make yer own!
[21:21:19][Ruten] says: Too feckin' lazy
[21:21:34][Xyria] says: Lazy?
[21:21:38]Aleyna reaches out an arm to Campion dramatically. "Heeelp.."
[21:21:48][Ruten] says: Aye that's what I said.
[21:22:07]Campion holds out his arms. He'll take that Ley-load, Ruepert, if you'd be so kind.
[21:22:12]Xyria laughs. "Better watch out for your 'lazy' daughters, then. Need I remind you of pink bows?"
[21:22:25][Ruten] says: Bah Ye 'ave nay done anythin' since
[21:22:27][Ruten] says: I repeat
[21:22:28][Ruten] says: Lazy.
[21:22:34]Ruepert is a little sad to give up his Ley. He quickly squeezes her before carefully handing her over to Campion.
[21:22:43]Xyria 's grin widens. We'll just see about that.
[21:23:02]Campion has a Ley. Hi, Ley.
[21:23:03]Aleyna is handed off like cargo to Campion. She grins up at him impishly.
[21:23:15]Ruepert it's dangerous to go alone. Take this.
[21:23:39][Campion] says: So why aren't you standing on your own.
[21:23:57]Aleyna puts a hand to her forehead, "I'm exhausted from the stress of the day."
[21:23:59][Xyria] says: Looks like she's got a better mode of transport at the moment.
[21:24:20]Ruten laughs.
[21:24:30][Ruten] says: Aye lad she needs yer 'elp! Why don't ye carry 'er 'ome!
[21:24:33]Ruten cackles maniacally at the situation.
[21:24:50]Ruepert looks to Campion with all seriousness.
[21:24:54]Campion stares down at Ley. ARE You really that much of a damsel in distress right now.
[21:24:57][Ruepert] says: You carry her the first half, I'll carry the second?
[21:25:03][Campion] says: She's not HEAVY.
[21:25:09]Ruepert shrugs.
[21:25:28][Campion] says: No, seriously. Why are we carrying you around, Ley.
[21:25:32]Aleyna smiles innocently. Diva? Aleyna? No way.
[21:25:39]Campion just kind of got swept into the craze of elf-toting.
[21:25:43]Xyria snerks.
[21:25:48][Ruepert] says: She was giving me a noogie. So I picked her up.
[21:26:01][Campion] says: ...Okay.
[21:26:08]Campion doesn't know what a 'noogie' is, but it sounds gross.
[21:26:08]Ruepert rubs the top of his head. "Noogies hurt when you're bald."
[21:26:50][Aleyna] says: Ruepert pulled one of my feathers.
[21:26:57][Aleyna] says: So I rubbed his head until it hurt.
[21:26:58][Campion] says: You...don't. Have feathers...
[21:27:04][Ruepert] says: She did!
[21:27:06][Aleyna] says: I *did* have feathers.
[21:27:07][Ruten] says: She did fer a moment!
[21:27:18][Campion] says: I don't want to know what that's a euphemism for either, on that note.
[21:27:28][Ruepert] says: She turned into a bird thing!
[21:27:38]Ruepert hunches up his shoulders and puts his arms in what he hopes looks like wings.
[21:27:40]Aleyna nods sagely, "I turned into an arrakoa."
[21:27:44][Ruten] says: Aye ye missed it!
[21:27:54][Xyria] says: She an' Da got into an "I can turn into more stuff than you" contest, Miles. Feckin' hilarious, really.
[21:27:54][Campion] says: Those hunch-backed birdpeople? Gross.
[21:28:07][Aleyna] says: I turned into an undead and a wolf too.
[21:28:18]Campion sighs and looks down at Ley. "I remember the undead and the wolf, yes." BOY does he remember the undead.
[21:28:31]Tatiaana wolf whistles.
[21:28:39]Aleyna grins crookedly, "So. Miles. What are your plans?"
[21:28:52][Campion] says: I, uh. I don't know?
[21:29:00]Campion looks at those left gathered. Any suggestions?
[21:29:16]Ruepert looks around, and then shrugs. I 'unno.
[21:29:28][Aleyna] says: I believe that a celebration is in order.
[21:29:42]Aleyna dictates this from her comfortable paladin-spot.
[21:29:52][Ruten] says: Aye this we can do ye if want.
[21:30:10][Campion] says: I shouldn't keep the lot of you any longer than needed. And I'm not so keen on the whole...possible drinking. Thing.
[21:30:11][Xyria] says: Gotta agree. Celebrating sounds like the way to go.
[21:30:16]Campion grimaces. Drinking. Ergh.
[21:31:13]Ruepert nods excitedly.
[21:31:14][Aleyna] says: Keep us? I think that you're stuck with us, all told.
[21:32:08]Campion snorts and...drops Ley uncerimoniously. Happy landings.
[21:32:20]Aleyna lands hard on her rear with an oomph!
[21:32:33]Aleyna whines, rubbing her hips, "Miiiiles!"
[21:32:35]Xyria bursts out laughing. "That's one way to solve that!"
[21:32:37][Ruepert] says: Yeah! Lets go someplace a bit warmer and with seats!
[21:32:41][Campion] says: Walk it off, soldier.
[21:32:43]Ruten looks at Ley a bit surprised, chuckling under his breath
[21:32:45]Campion pats Ley's head.
[21:33:10]You pout at everyone around you.
[21:33:21]Ruepert offers a hand to help Aleyna up.
[21:33:26]Aleyna pushes herself up and brushes off her skirt.
[21:34:00][Campion] says: ...I still love you, Ley.
[21:34:06]Campion grins hopefully.
[21:34:20]Aleyna huffs through her nose and reaches over to ruffle his hair again.
[21:34:41]Campion ducks his head as his hair is ravaged beyond recognition.
[21:35:00][Aleyna] says: A curse on you: may you never have good hair again.
[21:35:02]You quietly snicker to yourself.
[21:35:12][Ruten] says: It's gettin' too cold out 'ere fer meh. Blasted feckin' wind. Think I'm goin' back to Stormwind.
[21:35:27]Aleyna turns and nods to Ruten.
[21:35:40]Campion glances over, messy hair and all. "Like I said, don't let me keep you. Be safe? And thank you again."
[21:35:41][Ruten] says: I'll see ye all later. Pleasure to meet ye Ley.
[21:35:56][Ruten] says: Aye lad was meh honor. Light be with ye.
[21:36:00]Campion fruitlessly attempts to smooth his hair back into place.
[21:36:08][Campion] says: And with you as well.
[21:36:15]You wave.
[21:36:28][Ruepert] says: Hey! Xy- er, Lost! Where are you, so I can visit sometime?
[21:36:48][Xyria] says: Oh, we live in Theramore, on an old boat in the harbor.
[21:36:57]Campion loops his arm with Ley's, if she'll allow it. See. Still love you.
[21:37:11]Ruepert nods and smiles.
[21:37:18]Xyria chuckles. "You'll know which one is ours, Xy's got eight-somthing assorted fecking animals crammed onto it."
[21:37:19]Aleyna lets him and even moves to hold his hand with a light squeeze.
[21:37:35]Ruepert nods.
[21:37:44]Campion smiles at Ley quietly.
[21:39:40][Campion] says: Xyria? Thank you. For coming, for always being supportive. For just-...For being a friend.
[21:39:47]Campion will always call her 'Xyria', sadly.
[21:40:16]Xyria claps a hand on Campion's shoulder. "Anytime, Miles. We're both so proud of you."
[21:40:57][Xyria] says: Xy wanted to bake you a cake. She thought you'd like the gift. I hid it.
[21:41:06]Xyria chuckles. "I thought you'd like to live out the night."
[21:41:11]Campion smiles, returning the gesture. "Yeah, no. I remember her cooking."
[21:41:24][Xyria] says: Yeah, that's pretty hard to forget.
[21:41:41]Campion laughs, shaking his head. "Be well, Xyria."
[21:41:43]Aleyna grins a bit. Bad cooking is always hilarious.
[21:41:57]Xyria raises an eyebrow at Ley. Boy, she has NO idea.
[21:42:24][Xyria] says: Aye, and you. You come by and visit us too, eh?
[21:42:33][Xyria] says: I'll do my best to keep the critters off ya.
[21:42:41][Campion] says: I'll do my level best.
[21:42:50]Xyria chuckles. That's probably a losing battle, with all the critters.
[21:43:24][Xyria] says: Be safe. We've gotta get home ourselves, but see you soon, all right?
[21:43:38]Campion glances over at Ley, arm still locked, then at Ruepert. "Agreed. Time to be off, I should think."
[21:43:44]Xyria nods her goodbyes to everyone.
[21:43:48]Aleyna waves to Xyria and nods to Campion.
[21:43:51]Ruepert nods.
[21:43:53][Ruepert] says: Bye!
[21:45:29]Campion sighs, tightening his hold on Ley's arm a little. "...You should swing by later."
[21:46:04]Aleyna nods, "Allright. I need to go check up on some things and then I'll come see you."
[21:46:15][Campion] says: Sounds wonderful.
[21:47:00]Campion looks past the elf at the bald friend yonder. "And you, Ruepert?"
[21:47:01]Aleyna grins, "I'm proud of you, Miles."
[21:47:14]Ruepert looks past the elf also.
[21:47:17][Ruepert] says: Hmm?
[21:47:30]Campion grins right back at Ley! That means a lot to hear, and it shows in his smile.
[21:47:52][Campion] says: Just wondering where you're off to now. Or if you need to go. No use hanging around if you need to be elsewhere.
[21:48:07][Campion] says: But still wanted to thank you for coming. Means a great deal. A GREAT deal.
[21:48:12]Ruepert smiles.
[21:48:34][Ruepert] says: Aw, thanks Campy.
[21:48:45][Ruepert] says: What're friends for?
[21:48:47]Ruepert smiles.
[21:48:52]Aleyna smiles brightly. "Yeah!"
[21:49:08][Campion] says: Being there for one another. Obviously. Hoping I can hold up to that as well.
[21:49:22][Ruepert] says: And as for where I need to be? I guess I'll be heading back to Stormwind?
[21:49:42]Ruepert smiles. See! It's not that hard to understand!
[21:50:00][Campion] says: Take care, Ruepert. Light be with you.
[21:50:22]Ruepert nods*))
[21:50:23]Aleyna nods and releases Campy to turn and hug Ruepert.
[21:50:33]Ruepert returns the hug in full.
[21:51:01]Aleyna grins and pats his head. "Sorry about the noogie."
[21:51:20]Ruepert grins. "It's ok."
[21:52:17]Aleyna grins and turns, locking her hands behind her head.
[21:52:40]Campion sighs. "Right. Heading home. I'll see you there soon, Ley?"
[21:52:53]Aleyna nods to Campion with a smile, "Yep! Want me to bring anything?"
[21:53:02]Ruepert looks at Campion and smiles.
[21:53:12][Campion] says: Whatever you want. Surprise me.
[21:53:16][Ruepert] says: Hey, Campy. I still need to give you more gold for our ~adventure~.
[21:53:18]Ruepert winks.
[21:53:40][Campion] says: Uh? Oh. OH. That. Yes.
[21:54:36]Campion nods. Yes. The Adventure. He nods.
[21:55:03]Aleyna raises her eyebrow. She'll ask later.
[21:55:48]Aleyna wanders off with a wave.
[21:55:51]Ruepert flies off into the night!
[19:50:56]Campion smiles and nods. He still looks kind of nervous!
[19:51:03]Aleyna nods shortly to the draenei and dwarf.
[19:51:21]Ruten looks at Aleyna. One of Miles friends no doubt. "Eh there. I'm Ruten."
[19:51:26]Ruten nods at you.
[19:51:52]Aleyna grins and nods. "Aleyna. I'm uh.. a friend of Campy's."
[19:52:11][Ruten] says: Aye so I figured. Pleasure to meet ye lass.
[19:52:57]Ruten turns as he see's someone else approaching. "Oh Natharai. 'Ow are ye?"
[19:52:57]Aleyna shoots a crooked grin to Natharai.
[19:53:11]Xyria nods politely to Nath with a small grin. "Evenin'"
[19:53:30]Natharai blinks at Ruten and offers a polite, if not somewhat lopsided, smirk. "...It has been a while. And I am well."
[19:53:33][Auroran] yells: Is this the place?
[19:53:39]You let out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[19:53:49][Ruten] says: Aye that it 'as. Good to 'ear.
[19:53:52]You stare Auroran down.
[19:53:52]Natharai then turns his attention to Aleyna and Xyria, about to speak until he hears Auroran's voice.
[19:53:56][Auroran] says: Hi.
[19:53:57][Aleyna] says: Could you be any louder?
[19:54:00][Auroran] says: Yes.
[19:54:06]Auroran smiles sheepishly.
[19:54:10][Natharai] says: ...Heh.
[19:54:13]You roll your eyes.
[19:54:21][Ruten] says: 'ello Auroran.
[19:54:42][Auroran] says: Hello hello.
[19:54:46]Campion finally hops down off his horse, turning to face those gathered. Almost all here. He gives a nod to Nath, and then one to Auroran as well.
[19:54:49]Aleyna waves AUroran over.
[19:55:04]Aleyna loops an arm with his.
[19:55:20]Natharai nods to Campion in return, eyes crinkling in a faint smile.
[19:55:21]Auroran allows this!
[19:55:35]Campion tugs at his gauntlets, clearing his throat. At least TRYING to look austere in the face of this.
[19:55:38][Ruten] says: Miles did ye 'ave anyone else comin'?
[19:55:52][Campion] says: I-...Yes. Just one more is all. Lady Cadence. She needs to be here for this.
[19:56:05][Ruten] says: Alright we'll wait fer all ye want.
[19:56:16]Xyria snorts quietly at Campion, mildly amused at Miles' nerves, and winks at him.
[19:57:10]Ruten smiles softly at Miles and puts his hand on his shoulder. "Whenever yer ready lad.
[19:57:26]Campion smiles at those gathered, clearing his throat again. Still tugging nervously at his gauntlets.
[19:57:40]Natharai peers up at the portal behind them with slightly narrowed eyes. Hnnnn...
[19:58:05][Campion] says: I, uh. I've asked you here today, being that you're the closest of my friends, or those who I most deeply desire to see me go through with this.
[19:58:07]Ruten glances at Cadence with a polite nod.
[19:58:18][Campion] says: That being the renewal of my vows as a Paladin in the service of the Light.
[19:58:19]Cadence returns it.
[19:59:00]Aleyna grins at Campion, seemingly pleased about all of this.
[19:59:10]Auroran beams. He's so proud!
[19:59:11]Campion nods politely and respectfully in the direction of the dwarf, adding, "Sir Ruten Gerals here is officiating and sanctifying the proceedings. He is a superior, a fellow paladin, a friend."
[19:59:15]Natharai snaps himself out of it visibly, looking a trifle bewildered in the meantime, before looking back to Campion. Oh, right. Right. Ceremony. He is now paying very close attention to the once-Scarlet, clasping his hands behind his back.
[19:59:30]Xyria props a hand on her axe handle comfortably and with obvious satisfaction at how this is all turning out for Campion.
[19:59:41]Ruten nods at everyone gathered infront of him politely with a smile.
[20:00:59]Natharai feels oddly underdressed...or armored, for that matter.
[20:01:04]Ruten glances at Ruepert with a polite nod. He thinks he met him once before, but he can't place his name.
[20:01:36]Campion is back to being nervous at this point, clearing his throat and shifting his weight. Be AUSTERE, dammit. "So, uh. If you're all ready for the proceedings..."
[20:01:49]Cadence smiles gently.
[20:02:12]Natharai simply offers a polite nod to Campion in response, glancing sidelong to Ruepert soon after. Oh. Hey. When did he show up?
[20:02:19][Ruten] says: I must ask fer silence during the proceedin's. Please 'old yer cheers an' applause till afterwords.
[20:02:29]Auroran nods! Like he's a talker anyhow.
[20:02:38]Campion gives one last look over those gathered, then turns and approaches the dwarf. Good call on the lack of noise.
[20:02:45]You hold Auroran's hand.
[20:02:50]Ruten smiles at Campion.
[20:02:53]Auroran holds your hand.
[20:02:56][Ruten] says: Being a paladin does nay mean bein' a simple Holy Man under the Light. Nay. It is much more than that, an' those outside of our order will nay know just 'ow much more. Bein' a Paladin means following multiple paths at once.
[20:03:19][Ruten] says: It is bein' a Warrior of the Holy Light. To watch over those whom can nay protect themselves, an' guard them an' their souls from evil an' corruption. To defend these individuals with all yer might. To die in defense of the weak... an' the innocent.
[20:03:40][Ruten] says: It is bein' a Teacher. To teach those who do nay know the Holy Light about it's ways. To let them know they do nay 'ave to ever be alone in the dark places of the world. That nay matter where they are the Holy Light watches over them. Gives them warmth.
[20:04:07][Ruten] says: It is bein' a Healer. To 'elp those with grevious wounds whom would die without yer aid. The Light answers to all paladins in this way, an' it is our duty to utilize the powers given to us as such. An' if the worst should come to pass, an' the poor victim
[20:04:34][Ruten] says: wounds are too horrible fer ye to 'elp with... then should they wish it to relieve them of their pain. To ease their journey into paradise.
[20:04:50][Ruten] says: An' finally... bein' a paladin is to be a beacon to whose who 'ave lost their way. Fer those who find themselves with nay 'ope. People shall look to ye fer guidance. An' so we shall show them the way to the Light. When the world is dark an' people
[20:05:13][Ruten] says: find themselves set in despair, we shall guide them back to Light an' 'ope. Show them that nay matter how bleak the situation, there is, an' will always be 'ope if ye but open yer eyes to it.
[20:05:40][Ruten] says: It 'as been proven time an' time again to nay be the path fer everyone. Nay everyone can live freely, an' 'appily under it's strict, but loving gaze. Nay everyone can live with the strict code fer the entirety of their lives. Yet their are those whom do
[20:06:02][Ruten] says: Whom do so willingly, an' with all the faith in their 'earts.
[20:06:15][Ruten] says: Miles Campion 'as shown such faith. Ye 'ave shown to yer family, yer friends, an' to yer brothers in the Holy Light that ye are such a person. That ye want above all else to be welcomed into the Lights warm embrace.
[20:06:40][Ruten] says: The path of a Paladin can be a 'ard, an' tedious road. Ye will be set against people's an' creature's who's desire is to destroy all the Light represents an' protects. Ye must be sure this is the path that ye want.
[20:07:07][Ruten] says: If ye are unsure of yerself... if ye do nay think that this is the path fer ye after all then leave now. Leave without any fear of reprisal 'er judgement from any that are gathered 'ere today. But if this is the path that ye want. If ye want to follow the
[20:07:34][Ruten] says: path of the paladin, an' accept it's code... Then kneel now, and swear yer vows.
[20:07:57]Ruten looks at Miles seriously after he says this last part saying nothing else.
[20:08:05]Campion kneels and speaks slowly. Clearly. Saying these words with utmost sincerity and clarity. These are words he believes, words he will live and die by.
[20:08:07]Campion kneels down.
[20:08:19][Campion] says: I, Miles Campion, with my peers and the Light as my witness, do swear the following.
[20:08:32][Campion] says: I swear to always serve the Light and remain ever faithful to it. My path will not fall to darkness so long as I hold it to my heart. I swear my sword and fealty to its everlasting glory.
[20:08:55][Campion] says: I swear to always uphold the Light's good works, my actions and courage a beacon of its strength. I will remain pure in heart; a holy, worthy vessel of its grace.
[20:09:11][Campion] says: I swear to always protect the innocent, for my strength is there for those who have none. I will be a shield to the downtrodden, a healing touch to the lost and injured. For worship of the Light is nothing without compassion.
[20:09:28][Campion] says: I swear to always stand by my comrades and family. For without them, I am nothing. I swear to always protect those I love, with all my heart and soul, with valour and honour.
[20:09:46][Campion] says: I swear to abide by my superiors, to honour my fellow knights. They are my commanders and authority, and they are my brothers in arms.
[20:10:03][Campion] says: I swear to always conduct myself honourably in combat. I will be swift, I will be merciful. I will not strike a fallen opponent, I will not resort to poison. I will not compromise morality in the name of victory.
[20:10:21][Campion] says: I swear to never use my holy gift in needless wrath. The Light is hope and healing, and it should not be called upon out of useless spite.
[20:10:35][Campion] says: I swear to always be truthful, in my words and in my conduct. The Light is purity, and my ways shall reflect that as a vessel of its holy presence.
[20:10:52][Campion] says: I swear to always uphold the pillars of our faith: tenacity, respect, compassion. These are the makings of a good and honourable man, and I will always strive for them.
[20:11:31]Campion takes a deep breath, reaching the end of his vows. "This I do swear, until my dying day."
[20:11:41][Ruten] says: Ye 'ave chosen the path of the Light. Let it welcome ye into it's bosom now, an' fer the rest of yer life. Take up yer sword, an' know that ye are blessed.
[20:11:55][Ruten] says: Rise Sir Miles Campion, Paladin of the Holy Light an' let Faith be yer Shield.
[20:12:06]Campion does, slowly and carefully.
[20:12:09]Ruten smiles warmly at Miles proud of his decision.
[20:12:39]Auroran looks around. D-do we cheer yet?
[20:13:02][Ruten] says: Face yer friends lad. Fer this day is fer all of us.
[20:13:28]Campion swallows and nods, smiling now. He turns and faces said friends, vows renewed, a paladin once more.
[20:13:34][Auroran] says: ...Wooo
[20:13:35]Aleyna grins widely and throws up her hand with Auroran's with a loud cheer.
[20:13:38]Campion bows down graciously.
[20:13:40]Cadence brushes a bit of a tear from her cheek, smiling at Miles.
[20:13:44]Auroran bounces up and down.
[20:13:46]Ruepert has his hands locked in front of him, bouncing on his toes.
[20:13:56]Natharai smiles, surprisingly, rather warmly and applauds gently for his friend.
[20:13:57]Xyria raises her hands and claps loudly, wth a wide smile.
[20:13:57]Natharai claps excitedly.
[20:14:00]Ruten grins at Miles and backs away to let Miles have his moment
[20:14:05][Campion] says: I-...Th-Thank you. All of you.
[20:14:24]Ruepert looks over as the other begin making noise, so he makes some of his own, clapping over his head loudly.
[20:14:44]Auroran is filled with happiness!
[20:14:44][Ruten] says: Ye 'ave done us proud lad.
[20:15:13]Aleyna beams happily at Campion.
[20:15:13][Xyria] says: Aye, and then some!
[20:15:18][Auroran] says: Yeah!
[20:15:28]Campion looks down, still smiling. "I-...Yes. This is a new start. I'm glad you were all here to see it."
[20:15:40][Natharai] says: And we are honored for you to include us, Miles.
[20:15:42]Ruepert wants to move towards Campion, but holds back, not wanting to be the first to break rank.
[20:15:46]Auroran nods.
[20:15:51][Campion] says: I want to be there for all of you. As family, as a protector, a healer, a confidant...whatever it is you need of me.
[20:16:03][Ruten] says: Aye lad. Twas an honor to be 'ere fer ye. With ye.
[20:16:07][Auroran] says: I think we should...
[20:16:26]Natharai arches a brow at Auroran. Should what?
[20:16:27][Ruten] says: Should..?
[20:16:33]Auroran looks around. "Uhh."
[20:16:38][Campion] says: Use your words, Auro.
[20:16:38][Xyria] says: C'mon, Auro, out with it.
[20:16:38]Auroran didn't jump.
[20:16:42][Auroran] says: Hugs?
[20:16:46]You quietly snicker to yourself.
[20:16:47]Campion laughs.
[20:16:48]Ruepert can't hold back.
[20:16:50]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:16:51][Ruepert] says: Yes!
[20:16:56]Natharai blinks.
[20:16:56]Ruepert charges forward!
[20:16:59][Ruten] says: Go fer it lad. He's there waitin' fer ye
[20:17:02]Xyria grins. "That's usually Xy's department, but I think I can manage one, just this once.'
[20:17:04]Natharai smirks lopsidedly at Auroran and Ruepert.
[20:17:11]Aleyna runs over as well!
[20:17:19]Campion is CHARGE-HUGGED. Oh man.
[20:17:26]Auroran joins in the group hug!
[20:17:28]Cadence quietly folds her hands in front of her, glancing aside.
[20:17:32]Ruten cant' help but grin at the situation.
[20:17:35]Ruepert hugs like the force of a thousand toddlers.
[20:17:49]Natharai hangs back, politely, per usual. If he 'charge hugged' Campion, that would be a strange sight.
[20:18:07]Xyria chuckles as she gives a rare Lost-hug. "Xy'd kill me if I didn't, so this is from her, too."
[20:18:10]Aleyna ruffles Campion's hair until it's completely out of it's usual style.
[20:18:27]Campion gives hugs back, as best he can manage with all the armour in the way.
[20:18:46]Campion can't even manage a frown at his hair being DESTROYED by Aleyna.
[20:18:50]Auroran is very happy with Campion!
[20:19:09][Xyria] says: Hah. Not gonna get in on all the huggin' there, Da?
[20:19:15]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:19:17]Xyria winks down at Ruten mischeviously.
[20:19:26][Ruten] says: I think he 'as enough 'ugs fer now eh?
[20:19:35]Aleyna snickers and falls back, letting Campion get some breathing room.
[20:19:39][Campion] says: Thank you. Light, all of you. I-...I'm glad you WANTED to be here? I-...
[20:19:49]Ruepert breaks his head off from the hug, and looks over to Ruten.
[20:19:51]Campion has blown all his words on saying the vows, it'd seem. He just smiles and laughs instead.
[20:19:54][Ruepert] says: Never enough hugs. Get in here.
[20:19:55]Auroran also backs off a bit, smiling.
[20:20:03]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:20:07]Campion gently pats Ruepert.
[20:20:09]Xyria laughs! "You heard the man, Da."
[20:20:14]Ruten shrugs. Sure what the hell.
[20:20:20]Ruepert slacks a bit, but keeps one arm over Campion's shoulders.
[20:20:46]Ruten grins at Miles and pats his shoulder. "Ye done good lad. I'm proud of ye." Then he gives him a hug
[20:20:57]Campion bends down so he can indeed give Ruten a hug as well. "Thank you. For everything. For keeping the faith. For wanting to see me back in the graces of the Light. I-....Thank you."
[20:21:37]Ruten nods softly. "Ye only 'ave to thank yerself lad. It was ye who found yer faith again."
[20:21:46]Auroran nods.
[20:21:57][Ruten] says: I only guided ye to it. In the end the work was yers.
[20:22:03][Campion] says: Couldn't have done it if I didn't still have people who believed in me.
[20:22:10]Campion laughs quietly, straightening back up.
[20:22:10]Campion laughs quietly, straightening back up.
[20:22:31]Natharai glances to Cadence sidelong and clears his throat.
[20:22:31][Maltos] says: Shouldn't there be a... dragon here?
[20:22:43]Auroran boggles at the situation.
[20:22:46]Auroran stares Maltos down.
[20:22:49]Campion laughs.
[20:22:57][Campion] says: Well, thankfully not?
[20:23:01]Ruten glances over at the newccomer. "Nay dragon 'ere."
[20:23:07]Ruepert looks over his shoulder.
[20:23:10][Ruepert] says: There's dragons here?
[20:23:16][Xyria] says: Not tonight, no.
[20:23:17][Auroran] says: There are sometimes.
[20:23:18]Maltos laughs quietly, "Don't let the dragonflights hear you say such things."
[20:23:24]Natharai looks at Maltos, then his felsteed...and sighs.
[20:23:27][Maltos] says: Ah, they phase in and out, do they?
[20:24:07][Ruten] says: I 'ave nay idea.
[20:24:11]Auroran shrugs. Who knows?
[20:24:21]Campion shrugs, still smiling. "Well, good thing we were dragon-less for this. That would have. uh. Made it a bit more of an ordeal."
[20:24:22][Ruten] says: We are just 'ere to be with friendly company.
[20:24:35]Maltos nods, "I am not of your company. Good evening to you all."
[20:24:36][Ruten] says: Aye that's somethin' we do nay need.
[20:24:38][Auroran] says: We would have punched that dragon.
[20:24:45]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:24:51][Ruten] says: Aye, I believe ye would 'ave lad.
[20:24:54][Campion] says: I do not doubt your dragon-punching abilities, Auro.
[20:24:57]Auroran flexes his muscles. Oooooh so strong!
[20:24:57]Natharai nods politely to Maltos.
[20:25:08]Ruten nods at Maltos.
[20:25:17][Ruten] says: Good evenin' to ye then
[20:25:20][Maltos] says: Hie!
[20:25:28]Campion shakes his head. Demon-horse
[20:25:29][Natharai] says: ...Figures.
[20:25:31]Xyria chuckles at Auro. "Dragon punching, huh? I like your style."
[20:25:37]Natharai smirks lopsidedly. "Warlocks ruin everything."
[20:25:39]Ruepert looks over to Xyria.
[20:25:42][Ruten] says: Never a dull moment.
[20:25:44][Auroran] says: Yeah! I am going to be a great puncher someday.
[20:25:48]Aleyna grins at Natharai and moves to drape an arm on his shoulder.
[20:25:49]Campion gives a sly look at Natharai. DO THEY.
[20:25:54][Ruepert] says: I still think that's silly. Laz couldn't even wrestle a bear.
[20:26:02][Aleyna] says: The bear cheated.
[20:26:02][Auroran] says: Laz is a dumb.
[20:26:11]Campion laughs.
[20:26:37][Ruten] says: Who is Laz? Friend of yers?
[20:26:41]Natharai lets out a faint 'oof' at being used as a post to lean on. "I am not certain what you are going on about... But I wager I would pay money to see Lazaar wrestle a bear."
[20:26:48]Ruepert shakes his head.
[20:26:54]Campion carefully extracts Ruepert's arm from around his shoulders, giving his bald, bald head a friendly pat, then wandering over towards Cadence.
[20:27:00]Aleyna grins crookedly to Natharai, "Well, you missed the fun then."
[20:27:12][Natharai] says: Did I now? Hm... Unfortunate.
[20:27:15]Auroran is... standing around awkwardly! Time to stare at people.
[20:27:16][Ruepert] says: It was kinda funny.
[20:27:24][Campion] says: ...Thank you for coming to this, Lady Cadence. It means a great deal.
[20:27:27]Cadence looks to Miles, mustering a weak smile.
[20:27:47][Cadence] says: Of course. I'm very happy for you.
[20:27:51]Ruten crosses his arms and watches everyone talk idly to their friends.
[20:28:13]Ruepert leans forward to see past Auro, looking at Xyria.
[20:28:16][Campion] says: I-...I do hope this is a new start. It's a fresh beginning on this all. Making things right and-...
[20:28:22]Aleyna shifts her weight idly, looking around.
[20:28:24]Campion trails off, but smiles at her hopefully all the same.
[20:28:28]Auroran looks over Ruepert! What great friends.
[20:28:50]Ruepert squints. Does he recognize her?
[20:28:55][Xyria] says: Oy, Ruepert. Xy says to tell ya hi!
[20:28:57]Ruten looks at Lost wondering if she even notices Ruepert looking at her.
[20:29:05][Auroran] says: Oh!
[20:29:06]Ruepert stares for a second, the smiles.
[20:29:07][Auroran] says: Wait.
[20:29:11][Ruepert] says: I knew I remembered you!
[20:29:23]Cadence tucks her hands behind her back, poised in a perfectly prim manner. "I'm sure you'll do just fine, Miles."
[20:29:26][Auroran] says: Are you... the uhh.
[20:29:27]Auroran looks at Xyria.
[20:29:30][Auroran] says: I forget your name.
[20:29:38]Auroran is honest, at least.
[20:29:56]Xyria grins. "It's Lost. We've met before, Auro. Just not talked as much as you've talked to Xy."
[20:29:58]Natharai still stands around, half paying attention to the different conversations taking place around him. A talkative one, our Nath.
[20:30:16]Campion smiles at Cadence still, and then moves closer to pull her into a hug. C'mere.
[20:30:18][Auroran] says: Ohh. Okay. Nice meeting you.
[20:30:19]Auroran nods at Xyria.
[20:30:35]Auroran is now out of words. He just... glances from person to person. Humm.
[20:30:41]Xyria twitches her fingers from her forhead in a friendly salute.
[20:30:55][Ruepert] says: Can Xy...hear me right now?
[20:31:02]Cadence tenses up a bit, and attempts to hide her uncertainty even as she pats him on the back. Back to awkward, are we?
[20:31:06]Ruepert bobs his head around, as though maybe she's hiding behind her glowing eyes.
[20:31:08][Ruten] says: I would imagine they are both listenin' to this. Aye.
[20:31:12][Xyria] says: Aye, she's here too.
[20:31:21]Ruepert smiles and waves.
[20:31:23]Auroran notices the hugging going on back there. Hmm.
[20:31:24][Ruepert] says: Hi Xy!
[20:31:40]Xyria grins. "My turn up front tonight, so to speak, but she....Ha! She wants to know how come you never came to visit the pets?"
[20:31:43]Campion doesn't notice,of course. He never does. The only awkward here is two people in armour hugging. While still close, he whispers something.
[20:31:49]Ruten cant' help but grin at Ruepert. Such a friendly guy!
[20:32:13]Ruepert shrugs and looks a little embaressed.
[20:32:34][Ruepert] says: Well, I don't know where you stay! And...I did kinda forget...
[20:32:40]Ruepert pokes the ground with his toe.
[20:33:09][Xyria] says: Aw, don't worry about it. I'll tell ya how to get there - hey, anyone introduce you to Da, or you guys already met?
[20:33:26][Ruten] says: I met 'im once... was a long time ago though.
[20:33:35]Cadence jerks back and covers her mouth with her hand, stifling -something-. In a moment or two it becomes clear that it's just girlish emotion, and she's biting back a sob. Still, she's trying to look happy, which results in a strange sort of grimace.
[20:33:44][Xyria] says: Aah. Couldn't remember.
[20:33:54]Ruepert nods.
[20:33:59][Ruten] says: Aye I think ye were there when I meet Miles the first time.
[20:34:11]Auroran lurks.
[20:34:17]Natharai casts a vaguely inquisitive glance to Campion and Cadence, but then properly averts his eyes.
[20:34:25]Campion leans back enough to smile tenderly at her. "Thank you," he says again. "I mean it. From the bottom of my heart."
[20:34:29][Ruten] says: Ye were tellin' some sort of story I believe.
[20:34:42]Ruepert smiles and scratches his chin through his beard in thought.
[20:34:50]Aleyna twitches an ear and looks over. She eyes Auroran briefly and calls over to him, "Auro."
[20:34:51][Ruepert] says: I do remember telling stories, but I can't remember which it was.
[20:34:57]Auroran jumps!
[20:34:59]Cadence hugs Campion tightly.
[20:35:16]Aleyna beckons him over.
[20:35:20]Ruten chuckles softly. "Aye been a long time. Durned if I remember mehself actually."
[20:35:21]Auroran frowns.
[20:35:34]Auroran looks to the huggadins. He looks at Aleyna. T-torn.
[20:35:56]Campion hugs her back! He also pets her hair a little, carefully. He still murmurs 'thank you' ever now and again.
[20:36:29]Aleyna chides, "Auroran Saia."
[20:36:32]Ruepert looks over his shoulder to Campion, then back to Ruten.
[20:36:36][Auroran] says: Whaaaat
[20:36:45][Aleyna] says: Leave them alone. They're having a moment.
[20:36:47][Ruepert] says: So you helped Campion become a pallidan again?
[20:36:55][Auroran] says: What is 'a moment'?
[20:37:01]Auroran is a little worried now!
[20:37:09][Ruten] says: Ye found 'is faith on 'is own. I just showed 'im the way.
[20:37:20][Ruten] says: But I guess ye coudl say that, aye.
[20:37:36][Aleyna] says: It means that they're having a heart to heart.
[20:37:43][Aleyna] says: It's very emotional.
[20:37:46]Ruepert quickly marches forward and swoops down to grab Ruten's gloved hand to give it a hearty shake.
[20:37:46][Auroran] says: Ohhh.
[20:37:48]Aleyna nods sagely.
[20:38:05][Auroran] says: I want a heart-to-heart someday.
[20:38:13]Auroran thinks it'd be nice!
[20:38:25]Auroran has no idea what this phrase means.
[20:38:25]Cadence finally pulls back, hastily removing one gauntlet to wipe at her cheeks without roughing herself up. "Sorry," she mutters.
[20:38:31]Ruten is obviously a bit surprised by how sudden that is but he grins at him soon enough and returns the handshaking. Man this guy is like friendly in Godform.
[20:38:34]Aleyna rolls her eyes, "You've had them before!"
[20:38:38][Auroran] says: I have?
[20:38:40]Campion shakes his head. "It's fine."
[20:38:43][Aleyna] says: Yes.
[20:38:47]Natharai lets out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[20:38:49][Auroran] says: ...cool
[20:38:51][Ruepert] says: Well thank you very much! I think this'll really make Campion happier!
[20:38:58][Natharai] says: Yes, surely you have had an emotional talk with someone you hold dear, Auroran.
[20:39:01][Auroran] says: OH
[20:39:05][Auroran] says: Is that what it is?
[20:39:08][Natharai] says: Yes.
[20:39:09][Aleyna] says: Yes.
[20:39:14]Auroran is so enlightened.
[20:39:15][Ruten] says: I do 'ope so. I do nay want to see 'im so depressed anymore. He deserves more than that.
[20:39:23][Auroran] says: Okay.
[20:39:30][Ruten] says: I'm glad to see he 'as such great friends such as all of ye to 'elp 'im.
[20:39:30][Ruepert] says: A friend of my friends, is a friend of mine! If you need anything ever, be sure to let me know!
[20:39:43]Auroran stares.
[20:39:44]Ruten smiles softly.
[20:39:52]Cadence chokes out a forced laugh, then gestures, waving Campion off toward the group. "Don't let me keep you over here."
[20:39:53][Ruten] says: Aye lad that I will. Same to ye eh?
[20:39:53]Xyria 's turn to grin. Ruepert - what a guy.
[20:39:57]Natharai looks up to Auroran and snaps his fingers a few times. Hey. Hey. Over here.
[20:40:10]Auroran stares at Natharai! Attention get.
[20:40:20]Ruepert beams at the being a great friend compliment.
[20:40:44][Campion] says: They'll all get their turn. Don't worry. I just-...Just wanted to let you know. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you. I all but owe you a debt of honour at this rate.
[20:40:46]Aleyna stares at Auroran.
[20:40:50]Campion chuckles quietly.
[20:40:51][Ruten] says: He would nay 'ave gotten through this without all of yer support. It was all of ye who 'elped 'im just as much as meh.
[20:41:01][Natharai] says: It is not good to stare, Auro...
[20:41:03][Cadence] says: You don't owe me anything.
[20:41:07][Auroran] says: Why not.
[20:41:23][Aleyna] says: 'Cause it's rude.
[20:41:27]Natharai lifts an eyebrow slowly. Uh. What? "Surely you do not like being stared at."
[20:41:28][Auroran] says: Staring is NOT rude.
[20:41:33][Aleyna] says: Is too.
[20:41:36][Auroran] says: Is noot.
[20:41:45][Natharai] says: It is.
[20:41:48][Auroran] says: Is nooot.
[20:41:51]Aleyna nods. Yep.
[20:41:56]Natharai stares, unblinkingly, at Auroran.
[20:41:58]Xyria sort of leans back and quietly eavesdrops on the conversation with Auro. Wow, this sounds like her conversations with her son.
[20:41:59]Auroran stares Natharai down.
[20:42:04]Natharai stares Auroran down.
[20:42:06]Auroran stares Natharai down.
[20:42:10]Ruten looks over at Auroran briefly and chuckles. "Is too."
[20:42:11]You stare Auroran down.
[20:42:12]Natharai stares Auroran down.
[20:42:15]Campion carefully brushes a bit of Cadence's hair away from her face, still smiling tenderly. "We'll speak again? Soon. I don't want to keep you here either."
[20:42:29][Auroran] says: ...Hi.
[20:42:38]Ruepert looks over at Auro.
[20:42:39]Cadence blushes. "I-if you wish."
[20:43:01]Natharai looks sidelong to Aleyna. He doesn't get it, does he...
[20:43:06]You let out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[20:43:14]Auroran had a great upbringing.
[20:43:19]Aleyna reaches out and smacks Auroran upside the head.
[20:43:24][Auroran] says: OWW!
[20:43:30][Auroran] says: Slapping is rude, Ley.
[20:43:30][Aleyna] says: There.
[20:43:35]Campion backs off now, letting her go. "Again, I can never thank you enough. You've helped me more than I can say..."
[20:43:40]Ruepert nods and looks to Aleyna.
[20:43:40][Aleyna] says: I only do it when you're being dumb.
[20:43:45][Ruepert] says: He's right you know.
[20:43:46][Auroran] says: Well you're a dumb.
[20:43:51][Aleyna] says: No.
[20:43:53][Auroran] says: Yes.
[20:44:01][Aleyna] says: I'm not the one who stares.
[20:44:02]Ruten can't help but grin at the scene going on infront of him. Man was -this- the mob? If they were apart of it too he wondered how anything ever got done.
[20:44:06]Auroran stares you down.
[20:44:09]Natharai reaches up to slowly rub at the bridge of his nose. Oh, Light...
[20:44:09]Xyria is trying, and failing, to choke back laughter here.
[20:44:11]You stare Auroran down.
[20:44:22]Cadence nods, glancing down and tugging her gauntlet back on.
[20:44:51]Auroran stares for a while longer, then he looks back at the huggadins.
[20:44:56]Auroran stares Cadence down.
[20:45:13][Aleyna] says: Auro.
[20:45:19][Auroran] says: Yeah?
[20:45:23]Cadence looks at Auroran.
[20:45:23]Aleyna whistles.
[20:45:26]Cadence shudders at the sight of Auroran.
[20:45:32]Auroran smiles at Cadence.
[20:45:35][Auroran] says: Hi Cadence!
[20:45:41]Natharai lets out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[20:45:43]Campion glances over his shoulder. Ohh. An Auro. Oh boy.
[20:45:44][Cadence] says: ... hh- good evening.
[20:45:49][Natharai] says: Light, you are thick, Saia...
[20:45:54]Aleyna sighs and places her hand to her face. "I give up."
[20:45:54][Auroran] says: I am not fat.
[20:46:01]Campion looks back to Cadence. Uhh, if you want to escape....
[20:46:03][Natharai] says: ...Really?
[20:46:07][Auroran] says: Uhh.
[20:46:07]Natharai covers his face with his palm.
[20:46:20]Cadence stares at Auroran. What.
[20:46:24][Ruten] says: Persistant one isn't he?
[20:46:27][Cadence] says: I'm.. sorry?
[20:46:34][Auroran] says: Why are you sorry?
[20:46:37][Natharai] says: ...Essentially so. He is...a special boy.
[20:46:38]Xyria actually bites a knuckle, grinning. "He's GREAT."
[20:46:42][Aleyna] says: I'm going to get a cow prod. Like the ones they use on the farm.
[20:46:44]Auroran looks at Campion. "What happened?"
[20:46:49][Cadence] says: I'm not sure I understan-
[20:46:55]Aleyna makes a BZZTing noise, "Bad Auroran."
[20:46:55][Campion] says: ...Auro. Come on.
[20:46:56]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:47:05]Auroran frowns. "But..."
[20:47:12]Campion waves the elf away from Cadence. Come onnn.
[20:47:15][Auroran] says: I uhh. I should go back to work.
[20:47:17][Auroran] says: Bye everyone.
[20:47:23]Auroran bolts.
[20:47:27]Natharai blinks at Auroran.
[20:47:27]Campion lets out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[20:47:31][Xyria] says: ...bye?
[20:47:31]You let out a long, drawn-out sigh.
[20:47:48][Auroran] yells: It was fun!
[20:47:54]Cadence is helplessly confused.
[20:47:54][Natharai] says: ...Alright then?
[20:47:57][Campion] yells: Take care, Auroran.
[20:47:58]You shrug. Who knows?
[20:48:01][Ruten] says: That was interestin'
[20:48:03][Auroran] yells: You are my friends.
[20:48:05][Auroran] yells: Bye.
[20:48:12]Ruepert stares at the path and where the voices is coming from.
[20:48:16][Ruepert] says: ...Why'd he leave?
[20:48:23][Campion] says: He's just...silly.
[20:48:27][Aleyna] says: He's a bid.
[20:48:28]Ruten shrugs softly. "Durned if I know."
[20:48:29][Aleyna] says: bird*]]
[20:48:31][Natharai] says: ...He is Auroran. Does it need any more explaining?
[20:48:34][Aleyna] says: He just flies away sometimes.
[20:48:42]Campion still watches where Auroran fled. Special boy.
[20:49:10]Natharai finally takes this time to wander over towards Campion.
[20:49:25][Natharai] says: Congratulations, Miles.
[20:49:27]Aleyna crosses her arms loosely over her stomach.
[20:49:28]Ruepert shrugs. Special is ok.
[20:49:45]Campion sighs again, turning away from where Auro fled into the night, smiling to Natharai now. "Thank you. I'm glad you came as well. Especially so." Given, well.
[20:50:09]Cadence combs her hair back behind one ear carefully, and then turns to leave, offering cordial nods to the group.
[20:50:46]Ruten nods briefly back to Cadence in return.
[20:50:54]Natharai gives Campion a rather broad, if not somewhat wry, smile as he reaches forward to lightly clap a hand over some part of his left shoulder that isn't covered in spiked pauldron.
[20:51:40]Campion goes the extra mile and gives Natharai a hug as well. An exceptionally careful one! Since, yes. Armour. NO armour. And Nath's not exactly a sturdy guy.
[20:52:18]Natharai blinks, but offers a faint laugh as he returns the hug. Aw...
[20:52:34]Campion mutters something to Natharai so long as he's got him close.
[20:53:16]Aleyna tilts her head a bit at the whisper and briefly wonders if Natharai will end up crying too.
[20:53:45]Xyria looks around the grove with a smile.
[20:53:50]Natharai bursts into tears! ...Only not. Instead he blinks slightly at this, staring vacantly ahead of him before offering a simple murmur of a response.
[20:53:55]Ruten glances over at Lost. "Brought yer armor too eh? Where'd ye get that shiny mace?"
[20:54:10]Aleyna is disappointed.
[20:54:17]Ruepert looks over his shoulder again. Oh look! Conversation!
[20:54:47]Aleyna faces the other group as to not completely stare at Natharai and Campion. She's no Auroran.
[20:54:49]Xyria glances down at the mace and chuckles. "Oh, just on some job not too long ago. Thought I might as well learn to use more than just an axe from time to time."
[20:55:18][Xyria] says: And it's a nice one, anyway
[20:55:28]Xyria hands the mace to Ruten for inspecting.
[20:55:39]Ruepert eyeballs the mace as it's passed around.
[20:55:42]Ruten grins at her slightly and nods. "Aye might be useful. Sometimes an' axe is nay always the best weapon fer the job. As much as ye may want it to be." He grins at her at the last bit.
[20:55:56][Ruepert] says: Why's it all glowy?
[20:56:06]Campion nods quietly. "All right," he murmurs, leaning back to get a better look at Natharai. Give him an encouraging smile. This WAS part in doing just that, one way or another. It's always good to have a paladin on your side.
[20:56:09][Ruepert] says: Is it magical?
[20:56:16]Ruten looks the mace over. Nice craftsmanship. He glances at Ruepert with in amusement. "I 'ave nay idea. Probobly enchanted."
[20:56:25]Ruten passes it to Ruepert to inspect.
[20:56:45]Ruepert grabs it, holding it in his hand, moving it from side to side.
[20:57:06]Ruten is surprised by his enthusiasm. This was an interesting human here.
[20:57:08][Xyria] says: We haven't runed it up yet, so it's glowing on it's own. I have no idea who to ask if it's enchanted or not, though. And da...axes are always best.
[20:57:22]Xyria winks at Ruten.
[20:57:28]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[20:57:37][Ruten] says: Tell yerself that all ye want. Does nay mean it's true.
[20:57:40]Ruepert is holding it up, looking over the weapon and then turns to Ley and points to the weapon.
[20:57:48][Ruepert] says: Ley, you're a wizard. Is this thing magical?
[20:57:55]Natharai continues to give Campion a faint bittersweet sort of smile, but he seems proud of him. "My thanks, paladin," he murmurs with a hint of amusement, his lips stretching further into a smirk.
[20:58:03][Xyria] says: Ley's a wizard?
[20:58:03]Aleyna laughs and grins, "Of course it is."
[20:58:16]Ruepert 's eye's go wide and his holds the weapon almost revenantly now.
[20:58:19]Campion nods once more, giving him a careful pat on one shoulder. It'll be okay. This too shall pass.
[20:58:22]Ruten looks at Aleyna. She was a mage? "Oh ye are a mage eh?"
[20:58:36]Aleyna nods sagely, "I am a master of the art of transformation."
[20:58:38]Ruepert looks over and whispers none to quietly to Xyria.
[20:58:47][Ruepert] says: Yeah, she does all kinds of magic tricks and things
[20:58:52]Ruepert nods.
[20:58:54][Ruepert] says: Wizard.
[20:58:55]Natharai looks sidelong to Aleyna and rolls his eyes. Oh, her parlour tricks again, huh?
[20:58:57][Ruten] says: Magic tricks eh?
[20:59:06][Ruten] says: Well I do nay know 'bout magic but I got some of meh own.
[20:59:24]Campion glances over. Oh boy. Time for the Ley Show.
[20:59:27][Natharai] says: Mm... Well, again. Congratulations, Miles.
[20:59:41][Campion] says: Thank you, Natharai. I mean that.
[20:59:42]Xyria chuckles. This is going to get entertaining, she's pretty sure.
[20:59:48]Ruepert gently hands Xyria her weapon back, nodding his approval, and then goes back to watching Ley.
[20:59:53][Natharai] says: But I am going to be on my way before Greenpath yanks me into the audience. Give my regards to Peregrinne, yes?
[21:00:06]Natharai 's eyes narrow in a small smile, nodding. "Thank you as well..."
[21:00:07]Ruten looks over to Ley. "What kinda stuff can ye transform into then eh?"
[21:00:17]Xyria stows the mace on her belt carefully - not an axe, but she still seems pretty fond of it.
[21:00:31]Campion winces slightly. "I-..." His face falls and he eyes Natharai momentarily before muttering something to him again.
[21:00:45]Aleyna twitches her ears and frowns at Natharai. She heard that! She looks back to her audience and grins, "Plenty of things! I can be beast, bird, or Horde. I can even disappear completely!"
[21:00:52]Natharai is given a moment of pause, brow furrowing. "Hm?"
[21:01:02][Ruten] says: Oh I can do that.
[21:01:14]Ruten grins a little. Light he loved being an engineer.
[21:01:26]Aleyna smirks, "Can you?"
[21:01:29][Ruten] says: Troll too
[21:01:31][Ruten] says: Aye.
[21:01:36][Ruten] says: Do nay believe meh
[21:01:40]Ruten grinned a little.
[21:01:44]Xyria is fighting laughter again. She nudges Ruepert. 'Watch this.'
[21:01:49]Natharai frowns profoundly at this. "...What? Really?"
[21:02:10]Aleyna flicks her thumb across her nose and grins, "This sounds like a challenge!"
[21:02:16]Ruten grins wickedly.
[21:02:17]Campion just nods, lips pressed together in a thin line, turning his eyes back to Aleyna and her antics.
[21:02:17]Ruepert is jerking his head back and forth between the two as each talks. He also nods to Xyria, but doesn't take his eyes off of them.
[21:02:20][Ruten] says: Alright show meh what ye got.
[21:02:35]Aleyna clears her throat and throws down a smoke bomb.
[21:02:47]Aleyna reaches out with an undead claw and makes her most horrible hiss.
[21:02:50]Ruepert gasps audibaly
[21:03:01]Ruten inspects Aleyna looking her over. "Aye that's quite a trick ye got there!"
[21:03:22]Aleyna holds up her finger and says with a shuddering breath, "I've got more."
[21:03:22][Natharai] says: ...Miles. I am sure you already know that he is proud of you and that he wished he could be here.
[21:03:27]Ruten reaches into his pocket and pulls out an orb of some kind. He rubs his hand over it briefly.
[21:03:33]You cackle maniacally at Ruten.
[21:03:40]Ruten laughs.
[21:03:52]Aleyna transforms again!
[21:03:58][Ruten] says: Ooohhhhhh!
[21:04:02]Campion nods, smiling. "I know. He was-...Aheh. He was pissed. But. Business is business, right? And at least I got to see him off at all."
[21:04:03][Ruten] says: That's a good one that is.
[21:04:08]You bark. Woof woof!
[21:04:19]Ruten inspects Aleyna. Looks real too!
[21:04:28][Ruten] says: Nay bad
[21:04:30]You burst into dance.
[21:04:32][Ruten] says: Nay bad at all.
[21:04:47]You cackle maniacally at the situation.
[21:04:53]Ruten cackles maniacally at the situation.
[21:05:03]Ruepert double takes to Ruten.
[21:05:08]You put your arm around Ruepert's shoulder.
[21:05:11]Xyria grins at both of them. Oh, this is just good.
[21:05:14]Ruten grins at Ruepert.
[21:05:35]Ruepert shinks away just a little, but then grins and tries to put his arm around the transformed Ley's shoulder.
[21:05:35]Natharai 's eyebrow twitches lightly at the sound of Aleyna barking, looking a little vexed at the 'showdown' she and Ruten are having. "Sadly so... But he will come home safe. However, if you ever do want to talk, or want company, my home is open to you."
[21:05:58]Ruten grins at her. "Anythin' else?"
[21:06:03]Aleyna sits. "Not on hand."
[21:06:22][Ruten] says: I can turn ye into a chicken.
[21:06:23]Ruten grins wickedly.
[21:06:28]Ruepert reachs in from Aleyna's blind spot, and grabs one of the protruding feathers, yanking it.
[21:06:28][Aleyna] says: You mean I'm not?
[21:06:33]Aleyna yelps!
[21:06:35][Ruten] says: Nay a real chicken.
[21:06:36][Xyria] says: Smaller chicken.
[21:06:39]Campion smiles to the warlock now, grateful and quiet. "I appreciate the offer. May or may not take you up on it? House is a lonesome place when it's just me." He glances at those gathered, however, and then pitches his voice a little lower to Natharai.
[21:06:39]Ruepert lets go and jumps back.
[21:06:57][Ruepert] says: Sorry! I didn't know if you could feel them!
[21:07:04]Aleyna looks to Ruepert with.. a frown? It's hard to tell with a beak.
[21:07:46]Ruten looks over to Ruepert and then Aleyna. "Ah so it's real?"
[21:07:51]Aleyna brushes off her skirt.
[21:07:57][Ruten] says: Aye that some trick.
[21:08:03][Aleyna] says: It's a transformation, so kind of.
[21:08:08]Aleyna rubs at the back of her head.
[21:08:16]Ruepert waits till she's back to Ley form, then moves forward and touches te top of her head lightly.
[21:08:21][Ruepert] says: I'm sorry! Are you ok?
[21:08:34]Your eyes shift back and forth suspiciously.
[21:08:41]Aleyna quickly moves to grab Ruepert in a headlock.
[21:09:11]Xyria blinks in surprise - whoa, Ruepert's in troubles!
[21:09:16]Ruepert doesn't put up much of a struggle, grinning and moving into the headlock.
[21:09:20]Natharai furrows his brow at the mention of this. ...Clearly he was not kept in the loop about this.
[21:09:41]Aleyna rubs his bald, bald head until she gets a nice indian burn going.
[21:10:15]Ruepert yelps. He then goes and moves his arms behind her legs, litterally sweeping her off her feet.
[21:10:40]Aleyna yelps in turn and holds onto his neck for dear life.
[21:10:40]Ruten glances at Ruepert and Aleyna. Never a dull moment!
[21:10:50]Campion pauses in his muttering, looking away briefly, brow furrowed.
[21:10:55][Ruten] says: Eh now it was just an' accident I'm sure Ley.
[21:11:27]Ruepert holds her steady, grinning at her and waiting for her to release her death grip on his neck.
[21:11:57]Natharai frowns crookedly, murmuring quietly. "You know as well as I that he would be here if he could."
[21:12:19]Aleyna huffs through her nose and moves to right herself. She grins to Ruepert.
[21:12:26]Campion nods, smirking sad and lopsided. "Like I said, he was pissed. I came home to broken furniture."
[21:12:37]Ruten lets out a hearty chuckle.
[21:12:43][Ruten] says: So this a normal occurance with ye lot?
[21:12:56]Aleyna raises her eyebrows, "What?"
[21:12:58]Ruepert looks over to Ruten still grinning.
[21:13:03][Ruepert] says: What is?
[21:13:14]Ruten laughs.
[21:13:20][Ruten] says: Nevermind
[21:13:27]Ruten grins at them.
[21:13:46][Natharai] says: ...Hn. Nonetheless, the offer still stands.
[21:13:51]Aleyna blinks a bit at Ruten and shrugs.
[21:14:17]Natharai takes a moment to pat around his pockets, frowning lightly when he does not find what he was looking for. Hnn...
[21:14:24]Campion nods, shaking off what he can of the SADS. "Yes. And it's well-noted. Might be useful, given what...well. What lies ahead." He eyes Nath meaningfully. You know. What's going on with YOU, bro.
[21:14:25]Ruepert bounces Aleyna in his arms a few times.
[21:14:38]Natharai leans in again to murmur something to Campion.
[21:15:02]Aleyna rolls her eyes at Ruepert.
[21:15:07]Xyria bursts into laughter at the Ley Bouncing. She glances at Ruten - boy, temptation. She's not *quite* that dumb, though.
[21:15:14][Ruepert] says: What? You're kinda light! It's fun!
[21:15:41][Aleyna] says: I'm an elf! It's our job to be light.
[21:15:46]Aleyna wiggles her fingers.
[21:15:46]Ruten glances over to Lost not liking how she was looking at him.
[21:15:52]Campion commits this to memory! He nods. "Thank you."
[21:15:59][Xyria] says: Oh, relax, Da.
[21:16:13][Ruten] says: With ye? That's nay in meh vocabulary.
[21:16:17]Xyria grins wickedly at him. "I wouldn't prank you...here with everyone around."
[21:16:32][Xyria] says: Later...that's another story.
[21:16:38][Ruepert] says: What's the fun in pranking someone when no one else is around?
[21:16:38]Natharai gives Campion one more reassuring shoulderpat before parting. Don't worry. You'll be fine, Grinne will be fine... Everyone will be.
[21:16:51]Campion smiles. "I'll not keep you, otherwise."
[21:17:05][Natharai] says: Might I speak with you in a day or so, MIles? Whenever you are available, of course.
[21:17:20]Xyria blinks. "You're kidding."
[21:17:24][Campion] says: Absolutely. We're overdue for a talk anyways. You can come over. I'll make tea.
[21:17:25]Campion smirks.
[21:17:43][Natharai] says: Heh. Sounds like a plan... Good night then, Miles.
[21:17:59]Campion nods cordially to Natharai. "Light be with you."
[21:18:01][Ruten] says: Later eh?
[21:18:05]Aleyna waves at Natharai. HI.
[21:18:09]Xyria begins to be a leeeetle nervous at the look in Ruten's face.
[21:18:10][Ruten] says: Too bad I can nay say the same thin'
[21:18:19]Ruten cackles maniacally at Xyria.
[21:18:20]You blink at Xyria.
[21:18:22][Xyria] says: SKWAK!!
[21:18:25][Xyria] says: ...dammit
[21:18:33]Natharai opens his mouth to speak aaaaand....suddenly chicken. He just flags a hand at the group and walks AWAY.
[21:18:37]Ruten cackles maniacally at Xyria.
[21:18:46]Ruepert notes Nath leaving and yells.
[21:18:50]Xyria shakes a fist at Ruten. "You're paying for that, Da!"
[21:18:52][Ruepert] yells: Bye Nath!
[21:19:05]Aleyna claps a hand over her ear, "Agh, Rue!"
[21:19:14][Natharai] yells: I KNOW NONE OF YOU PEOPLE.
[21:19:18][Ruepert] says: Oop. Sorry.
[21:19:22]Campion blinks.
[21:19:24]Campion laughs.
[21:19:29]You quietly snicker to yourself.
[21:19:38]Ruepert turns with Ley in his arms to Campion.
[21:19:42][Ruepert] says: Hey Campy!
[21:19:52][Campion] says: Hey. What are you-...What are you doing.
[21:20:00]Aleyna gives Campion her best 'help me' puppy-dog eyes.
[21:20:28]Ruten grins wickedly at Xyria.
[21:20:31][Xyria] says: You are so in for it, Da.
[21:20:36][Ruten] says: Nay give up the opportunity fer a good prank
[21:21:04]Xyria grins right back. "Another fatherly lesson, huh? Don't think I'll forget that one anytime soon."
[21:21:12]Campion just stares at the Ley-toting. What is going on, guys.
[21:21:16][Ruten] says: Need to make yer own!
[21:21:19][Ruten] says: Too feckin' lazy
[21:21:34][Xyria] says: Lazy?
[21:21:38]Aleyna reaches out an arm to Campion dramatically. "Heeelp.."
[21:21:48][Ruten] says: Aye that's what I said.
[21:22:07]Campion holds out his arms. He'll take that Ley-load, Ruepert, if you'd be so kind.
[21:22:12]Xyria laughs. "Better watch out for your 'lazy' daughters, then. Need I remind you of pink bows?"
[21:22:25][Ruten] says: Bah Ye 'ave nay done anythin' since
[21:22:27][Ruten] says: I repeat
[21:22:28][Ruten] says: Lazy.
[21:22:34]Ruepert is a little sad to give up his Ley. He quickly squeezes her before carefully handing her over to Campion.
[21:22:43]Xyria 's grin widens. We'll just see about that.
[21:23:02]Campion has a Ley. Hi, Ley.
[21:23:03]Aleyna is handed off like cargo to Campion. She grins up at him impishly.
[21:23:15]Ruepert it's dangerous to go alone. Take this.
[21:23:39][Campion] says: So why aren't you standing on your own.
[21:23:57]Aleyna puts a hand to her forehead, "I'm exhausted from the stress of the day."
[21:23:59][Xyria] says: Looks like she's got a better mode of transport at the moment.
[21:24:20]Ruten laughs.
[21:24:30][Ruten] says: Aye lad she needs yer 'elp! Why don't ye carry 'er 'ome!
[21:24:33]Ruten cackles maniacally at the situation.
[21:24:50]Ruepert looks to Campion with all seriousness.
[21:24:54]Campion stares down at Ley. ARE You really that much of a damsel in distress right now.
[21:24:57][Ruepert] says: You carry her the first half, I'll carry the second?
[21:25:03][Campion] says: She's not HEAVY.
[21:25:09]Ruepert shrugs.
[21:25:28][Campion] says: No, seriously. Why are we carrying you around, Ley.
[21:25:32]Aleyna smiles innocently. Diva? Aleyna? No way.
[21:25:39]Campion just kind of got swept into the craze of elf-toting.
[21:25:43]Xyria snerks.
[21:25:48][Ruepert] says: She was giving me a noogie. So I picked her up.
[21:26:01][Campion] says: ...Okay.
[21:26:08]Campion doesn't know what a 'noogie' is, but it sounds gross.
[21:26:08]Ruepert rubs the top of his head. "Noogies hurt when you're bald."
[21:26:50][Aleyna] says: Ruepert pulled one of my feathers.
[21:26:57][Aleyna] says: So I rubbed his head until it hurt.
[21:26:58][Campion] says: You...don't. Have feathers...
[21:27:04][Ruepert] says: She did!
[21:27:06][Aleyna] says: I *did* have feathers.
[21:27:07][Ruten] says: She did fer a moment!
[21:27:18][Campion] says: I don't want to know what that's a euphemism for either, on that note.
[21:27:28][Ruepert] says: She turned into a bird thing!
[21:27:38]Ruepert hunches up his shoulders and puts his arms in what he hopes looks like wings.
[21:27:40]Aleyna nods sagely, "I turned into an arrakoa."
[21:27:44][Ruten] says: Aye ye missed it!
[21:27:54][Xyria] says: She an' Da got into an "I can turn into more stuff than you" contest, Miles. Feckin' hilarious, really.
[21:27:54][Campion] says: Those hunch-backed birdpeople? Gross.
[21:28:07][Aleyna] says: I turned into an undead and a wolf too.
[21:28:18]Campion sighs and looks down at Ley. "I remember the undead and the wolf, yes." BOY does he remember the undead.
[21:28:31]Tatiaana wolf whistles.
[21:28:39]Aleyna grins crookedly, "So. Miles. What are your plans?"
[21:28:52][Campion] says: I, uh. I don't know?
[21:29:00]Campion looks at those left gathered. Any suggestions?
[21:29:16]Ruepert looks around, and then shrugs. I 'unno.
[21:29:28][Aleyna] says: I believe that a celebration is in order.
[21:29:42]Aleyna dictates this from her comfortable paladin-spot.
[21:29:52][Ruten] says: Aye this we can do ye if want.
[21:30:10][Campion] says: I shouldn't keep the lot of you any longer than needed. And I'm not so keen on the whole...possible drinking. Thing.
[21:30:11][Xyria] says: Gotta agree. Celebrating sounds like the way to go.
[21:30:16]Campion grimaces. Drinking. Ergh.
[21:31:13]Ruepert nods excitedly.
[21:31:14][Aleyna] says: Keep us? I think that you're stuck with us, all told.
[21:32:08]Campion snorts and...drops Ley uncerimoniously. Happy landings.
[21:32:20]Aleyna lands hard on her rear with an oomph!
[21:32:33]Aleyna whines, rubbing her hips, "Miiiiles!"
[21:32:35]Xyria bursts out laughing. "That's one way to solve that!"
[21:32:37][Ruepert] says: Yeah! Lets go someplace a bit warmer and with seats!
[21:32:41][Campion] says: Walk it off, soldier.
[21:32:43]Ruten looks at Ley a bit surprised, chuckling under his breath
[21:32:45]Campion pats Ley's head.
[21:33:10]You pout at everyone around you.
[21:33:21]Ruepert offers a hand to help Aleyna up.
[21:33:26]Aleyna pushes herself up and brushes off her skirt.
[21:34:00][Campion] says: ...I still love you, Ley.
[21:34:06]Campion grins hopefully.
[21:34:20]Aleyna huffs through her nose and reaches over to ruffle his hair again.
[21:34:41]Campion ducks his head as his hair is ravaged beyond recognition.
[21:35:00][Aleyna] says: A curse on you: may you never have good hair again.
[21:35:02]You quietly snicker to yourself.
[21:35:12][Ruten] says: It's gettin' too cold out 'ere fer meh. Blasted feckin' wind. Think I'm goin' back to Stormwind.
[21:35:27]Aleyna turns and nods to Ruten.
[21:35:40]Campion glances over, messy hair and all. "Like I said, don't let me keep you. Be safe? And thank you again."
[21:35:41][Ruten] says: I'll see ye all later. Pleasure to meet ye Ley.
[21:35:56][Ruten] says: Aye lad was meh honor. Light be with ye.
[21:36:00]Campion fruitlessly attempts to smooth his hair back into place.
[21:36:08][Campion] says: And with you as well.
[21:36:15]You wave.
[21:36:28][Ruepert] says: Hey! Xy- er, Lost! Where are you, so I can visit sometime?
[21:36:48][Xyria] says: Oh, we live in Theramore, on an old boat in the harbor.
[21:36:57]Campion loops his arm with Ley's, if she'll allow it. See. Still love you.
[21:37:11]Ruepert nods and smiles.
[21:37:18]Xyria chuckles. "You'll know which one is ours, Xy's got eight-somthing assorted fecking animals crammed onto it."
[21:37:19]Aleyna lets him and even moves to hold his hand with a light squeeze.
[21:37:35]Ruepert nods.
[21:37:44]Campion smiles at Ley quietly.
[21:39:40][Campion] says: Xyria? Thank you. For coming, for always being supportive. For just-...For being a friend.
[21:39:47]Campion will always call her 'Xyria', sadly.
[21:40:16]Xyria claps a hand on Campion's shoulder. "Anytime, Miles. We're both so proud of you."
[21:40:57][Xyria] says: Xy wanted to bake you a cake. She thought you'd like the gift. I hid it.
[21:41:06]Xyria chuckles. "I thought you'd like to live out the night."
[21:41:11]Campion smiles, returning the gesture. "Yeah, no. I remember her cooking."
[21:41:24][Xyria] says: Yeah, that's pretty hard to forget.
[21:41:41]Campion laughs, shaking his head. "Be well, Xyria."
[21:41:43]Aleyna grins a bit. Bad cooking is always hilarious.
[21:41:57]Xyria raises an eyebrow at Ley. Boy, she has NO idea.
[21:42:24][Xyria] says: Aye, and you. You come by and visit us too, eh?
[21:42:33][Xyria] says: I'll do my best to keep the critters off ya.
[21:42:41][Campion] says: I'll do my level best.
[21:42:50]Xyria chuckles. That's probably a losing battle, with all the critters.
[21:43:24][Xyria] says: Be safe. We've gotta get home ourselves, but see you soon, all right?
[21:43:38]Campion glances over at Ley, arm still locked, then at Ruepert. "Agreed. Time to be off, I should think."
[21:43:44]Xyria nods her goodbyes to everyone.
[21:43:48]Aleyna waves to Xyria and nods to Campion.
[21:43:51]Ruepert nods.
[21:43:53][Ruepert] says: Bye!
[21:45:29]Campion sighs, tightening his hold on Ley's arm a little. "...You should swing by later."
[21:46:04]Aleyna nods, "Allright. I need to go check up on some things and then I'll come see you."
[21:46:15][Campion] says: Sounds wonderful.
[21:47:00]Campion looks past the elf at the bald friend yonder. "And you, Ruepert?"
[21:47:01]Aleyna grins, "I'm proud of you, Miles."
[21:47:14]Ruepert looks past the elf also.
[21:47:17][Ruepert] says: Hmm?
[21:47:30]Campion grins right back at Ley! That means a lot to hear, and it shows in his smile.
[21:47:52][Campion] says: Just wondering where you're off to now. Or if you need to go. No use hanging around if you need to be elsewhere.
[21:48:07][Campion] says: But still wanted to thank you for coming. Means a great deal. A GREAT deal.
[21:48:12]Ruepert smiles.
[21:48:34][Ruepert] says: Aw, thanks Campy.
[21:48:45][Ruepert] says: What're friends for?
[21:48:47]Ruepert smiles.
[21:48:52]Aleyna smiles brightly. "Yeah!"
[21:49:08][Campion] says: Being there for one another. Obviously. Hoping I can hold up to that as well.
[21:49:22][Ruepert] says: And as for where I need to be? I guess I'll be heading back to Stormwind?
[21:49:42]Ruepert smiles. See! It's not that hard to understand!
[21:50:00][Campion] says: Take care, Ruepert. Light be with you.
[21:50:22]Ruepert nods*))
[21:50:23]Aleyna nods and releases Campy to turn and hug Ruepert.
[21:50:33]Ruepert returns the hug in full.
[21:51:01]Aleyna grins and pats his head. "Sorry about the noogie."
[21:51:20]Ruepert grins. "It's ok."
[21:52:17]Aleyna grins and turns, locking her hands behind her head.
[21:52:40]Campion sighs. "Right. Heading home. I'll see you there soon, Ley?"
[21:52:53]Aleyna nods to Campion with a smile, "Yep! Want me to bring anything?"
[21:53:02]Ruepert looks at Campion and smiles.
[21:53:12][Campion] says: Whatever you want. Surprise me.
[21:53:16][Ruepert] says: Hey, Campy. I still need to give you more gold for our ~adventure~.
[21:53:18]Ruepert winks.
[21:53:40][Campion] says: Uh? Oh. OH. That. Yes.
[21:54:36]Campion nods. Yes. The Adventure. He nods.
[21:55:03]Aleyna raises her eyebrow. She'll ask later.
[21:55:48]Aleyna wanders off with a wave.
[21:55:51]Ruepert flies off into the night!