Quest 2 and catch-all [OPEN]

[futhark]

Who: Cú Chulainn aka Caster and you
When: Quest prompts first half of the month, custom starters/wildcards can be for all of Deceuer
Where: Harbor for Quest
What: Quest 2 - The Tatto parlor in the making, and a Snow-In emergency
Warnings: none so far



I. Cleaning the place 1nd - 5th, 11th-15th

A)

[ The place Caster and Waver managed to rent is spacious, but unfortunately also very dirty. And in total disarray. It was once used as a tattoo salon, but as the original owner (named William) aged and found other hobbies it slowly turned into a mix of storage, game house... illegal distillery. The old man visits the shop occasional content to let the new generation clean it, sometimes striking a conversation with those who come to help. He was once a tattoo artist, you see, but then he went blind on the sea what a terrible story— ah, it's not like he can't see, the magically enhanced glasses are a godsend even if they did cost an arm and leg; but his hands turned shaky with age— ah, no, it's not a problem anymore, thank you, he got a Coven-made ointment for that they're steady now; as such continues the list of various stories and terrible injuries, that did not have the lasting dire consequences they should have, and if allowed to go long enough one might wonder, how many of them actually happened—

Cú doesn't let the old sailor torment people who came to help for (too) long though, so sooner or later you can expect a rescue. ]

The old man got some interesting stories to tell, just don't fall for his tricks or he won't ever stop making fun of you

B)

[ Have you brought items? Furniture? Or are you here to help with painting, cleaning, moving stuff (throwing it away)? Any help is welcome and appreciated. And of course paid, in money or services, however is prefered. Inside, in the main room, there is also prepared a refreshment place. Few (clean) chair. light snacks, hydrating drinks even citrus-scented towels— since it is rather hot inside and working out makes it only more so. ]

Get rest and something to eat whenever you need it. Worry not, it's all on house. [ Not getting a cut from the payment for being fed! ]

II. Paid in services, 3rd-5th evenings, 12th-15th

[ For those who decided to be paid in free services, that is a free enchanted tattoo, they are able to get it starting on the 3rd. Cú leaves that for evenings when most of the commotion is gone, and even people on the streets moved to nearby taverns. It's harbor though, wind carrying sea shanties and sounds of partying is never going to stop, even if it was late at night. ]

Have you decided what kind of spell do you want? And where. [ He gestures at an antiqued screen with paintings of colorful bird that looks so distinctly un-Aefenglomian it must be an import. The colors are faded, but it's in good condition. One of the accepted items from anonymous donor ] If on your back, there's a place to lie down behind the screen. Let me know when you're ready.

[ Very professional! Privacy is important. ]

III Snow in - Blackout; 6th-7th

[ When the blizzard starts, staying inside the soon-to-be parlor seems like a good idea. Then it intensifies and suddenly it's no longer it's being smart and staying inside. Suddenly it's being stuck. Caster proceeds on lockings the shutters on the windows, the last thing they need is one of the windows to give in. ]

If you want to go home, that's the last moment we could try. Where's your place, I'll walk you back. [ He grabs a blanket because yes this might be useful— and then the magitech lights flicker several times before giving out entirely. Caster curses under his breath. If the magitech light goes out, it means magitech heaters soon will follow. ] Well, shit.

IV Wildcard

｢ ooc: since it's also my catch-all for the month, you can hit me with whatever other kind of prompt (event or not, however you want) and I'll write you a starter. I'm open for plotting too, hit me whatever, plurk aetarna, PM or discord o7 ｣

Comments

[sageprincess]

[Zelda looks displeased, as she always does when they have this kind of conversation, but there's a certain sullenness to her this time around that is not typical. It's definitely not a mood that seems receptive to the implications he's making.]

You really should take the time to learn even some minor ones for yourself. If not for yourself or your business, then for those you have attached yourself to.

[Pain and death flow as freely through the Bond as anything else, she's learned. And it's not an experience she would wish upon anyone remotely well-meaning. That being said, she tries to shake herself out of the dark memories she's found herself sinking into, though that solemn aura still lingers around her somewhat.]

Does each enchantment have a specific rune or glyph associated with it, or can you weave the spell into any symbol your client may choose?

[futhark]

[ Uh, oh. It took a darker turn, didn't it? Cú's expression changes into a serious one. Yes, he was testing the waters if Zelda would be interested in collaboration, but the way she frames the shot down— ]

Mh, I can see your point— [ He has to agree. No matter how fast Dragons, Chimeras, and other Monsters heal on their own, having someone close who could work something in a pinch— could be a lifesaver. The smugha cave events seem far away, but he knows that as he reflexively touches his shoulder, he will feel the faded scars.

(Dorchacht was a different kind of danger. It left scars on hearts and minds, even if he had come with a form of shield to be given out. Dorchacht is the reason why they are in this room at all, but he prefers to not mull on that) ]

I cannot cast healing spells, it's true. But I know what herbs can disinfect wounds, can stop the bleeding, bring down the fever. [ Alchemy followed his Enchantment studies ] Even now I carry ingredients that could be quickly used to form a healing concoction. I can provide help to others

[ Like a druid, hah. Really, with how he uses his magic, he isn't casting spells all that much. ]

But those ways cannot be weaved into the runes and designs, unfortunately. Still, wouldn't such enchantment benefit the most if it was done by someone who specializes in this kind of magic, over someone who would make first baby steps?

[ At the end of the day, it's impossible to master every school at the same time. High specialization comes at the price of consciously abandoning some other choices. Yet still, it prickles. His explanation makes sense to himself, but... ]

If it's a healing spell you'd want to be etched onto your skin, I could make it work with your help.

[sageprincess]

[The princess sighs, dissatisfied with this answer - what if he doesn't have the right herbs on hand, what if he doesn't have the time to mix them together, what if what if what if - but... she can't really summon up the energy to argue this much further at the moment. Maybe she is being paranoid. Maybe he "won't get hit" and her worries will be for nothing. She shakes her head.]

My concern is for you, not myself. Unless I find myself in a truly unfortunate position, I believe I can bring myself back into a stable state, if not an entirely healthy one. And I have survived this long on less, so...

[She hums, a contemplative sound as she considers her options. It still doesn't feel entirely right for her to do this, but she has an idea, and if she's truly concerned about survival...]

I suppose my preference would be for something that could enhance my physical capabilities. I believe my endurance and agility are slightly better than average, but some assistance in those respects would not be unwarranted, given the kinds of hazards we have faced here.

[Giant ice salamanders in particular come to mind, but a little extra speed would also probably help end the street brawls that are becoming increasingly common a little earlier.]