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Post by Figwit on Apr 9, 2008 12:51:56 GMT -5
*Figwit bowed to the man, who mirrored his actions. Brawny, more muscular than an elf, with a playful glint in his eyes Figwit did not associate with a warrior.*
"This is not your fight, Captain Kirk," *he said.* "I have no doubt about your abilities, but there is no need for you to endanger yourself on our account."
*Kirk gazed back at him steadily, the twinkle still there but his face serious.*
"Wherever there is injustice and treachery is my fight," *he said quietly.* "There's no question of my trying to lead the expedition. But I'm experienced, and I'm strong. And it wouldn't be the first time I lent my aid to someone who needed it."
*Figwit nodded.*
"In that case, I accept your offer."
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 9, 2008 13:01:27 GMT -5
*Wild knocked on the door and entered Leetah's treehouse.*
"Hi Leetah, Hi Figwit! Just wanted to visit my family. How are you all?"
*She turned to Sebastian and Captain Kirk.*
"Oh, sorry, I didn't notice you. I am Leetah's cousin Wild."
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Post by James T. Kirk on Apr 9, 2008 13:30:06 GMT -5
*Yet another beautiful elf-maiden? Were they all so pretty? Kirk extended his hand.*
"Pleased to meet you, Wild. My name is Kirk. James Kirk."
*Figwit smiled slightly at Wild.*
"I'm glad you've come," *Figwit said.* "I have a question to ask you: will you come with me into the Land of Shadows to collect those herbs you told me of?"
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 9, 2008 13:38:40 GMT -5
*Wild took Captain Kirks hand and shook it briefly.*
"Nice to meet you, Captain Kirk."
*She turned to Figwit and brightened up like a sunrise. Her beautiful dark eyes were twinkling like stars.*
"Are you kidding me? Of course I want to come with you!!!"
*She was so happy that she placed both her arms around his neck and huggled him.*
"Thank you for asking me!"
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Post by Figwit on Apr 9, 2008 13:41:11 GMT -5
*Figwit wondered if he'd ever get used to peoples' demonstrativeness.*
"You are clearly qualified for the job," *he said reasonably.* "Captain Kirk will be joining us as well. He has experience, it seems, in many such situations."
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 9, 2008 13:48:21 GMT -5
*Wild released Figwit with a broad grin.*
"Sorry. I just got excited. I didn't know you wanted to take me with you. How many persons will join the group?"
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Post by Figwit on Apr 9, 2008 13:55:38 GMT -5
"I don't think it should be a large group. We don't wish to attract attention. Three should be sufficient."
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 9, 2008 14:04:32 GMT -5
*Wild nodded.*
"I agree. The landscape we have to travel through are very open, and a large group is easier to discover. The Dark Elves have just as sharp eyesight as Light Elves, and we are not as friendly as you Light Elves are. What do we need to bring with us, and when do we leave?"
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Post by Figwit on Apr 9, 2008 15:53:38 GMT -5
"As soon as possible, I think," *Figwit said.* "We'll need rope, lembas ((elvish way-bread)), and weapons. I wish to travel light."
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Post by Wildfeather on Apr 9, 2008 16:06:00 GMT -5
((Since I play as both Leetah and Wild, I post as both characters in this post))
*Wild smiled.*
" Speaking of weapons, There is one thing I think you need. Leetah, did you talk to Malefica about it?"
*Leetah looked at her cousin. Then she nodded, and brought a long package, wrapped in a dark blue cloth. She placed it on the table in front of Figwit and unwrapped it. Inside the package was a gleaming sword, decorated with jewels at the hilt.*
"This is the inheritance Malefica got from her adoptive father, the wizard Merlin: Excalibur."
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Post by Figwit on Apr 9, 2008 16:19:16 GMT -5
*Figwit's dark eyes took in the gleaming sword.*
"It's beautiful," *he said.* "Do you mean King Arthur's Excalibur?"
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Post by Leetah on Apr 9, 2008 16:35:46 GMT -5
*Leetah smiled and huggled her son, a bit touched at the thought of her little boy leaving her to go out in the dangerous world.*
"This once belonged to King Arthur, yes. And after his death, Merlin has guarded the sword. Malefica insisted on you carrying this sword as your own. It will help you protect Lorien."
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Post by Figwit on Apr 10, 2008 11:31:59 GMT -5
*Figwit raised his eyebrows.*
"She does me too much honor," *he said.* "But I will do as she bids."
*He raised the sword, feeling its perfectly-balanced heft in his hand. It seemed to sing to him.*
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Post by Leetah on Apr 10, 2008 11:39:58 GMT -5
*Leetah looked at Figwit as he lifted his sword. Also she could hear the sword singing. Her eyes started beaming with joy and pride and a big smile went over her face.*
"So you ARE the chosen one! The future King of Lorien! Malefica was right!"
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Post by Figwit on Apr 10, 2008 13:02:05 GMT -5
*Figwit glanced at her.*
"If it is my destiny," *Figwit said. He wasn't sure he believed in destiny. He believed in Right. If they dovetailed, then that was fine by him.*
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