[open] february log

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Who: Daenerys Targaryen + Open Prompts
When: All month, baby.
Where: Aefenglom and outside the walls
What: Open starters for Daenerys for the month. I'm trying to limit certain prompts so no overlap occurs. Please make note of the numbers next to the prompt name.
Warnings: N/A as of now.





FARMLANDS

[ It has been a hard few weeks, it is known. No amount of distance could truly calm her paranoia and anger – but she tries. Gods, does she try. The Rathmore execution gives her a sense of satisfaction, but after that... how else can she process the healing she needs to allow herself? She flees the city, as was her word. Risking the Cwyld infection over the evil of men was a stubborn thing to do, but it helps make her feel safe. The farmlands that were her sanctuary now had quite some work to do, but it was all she had.

This is not her ideal place, there's still an awkwardness of not having high walls or pyramids to retreat to – but she makes the best of it. Daenerys promises its owner payment with her reparations to rebuild and possibly... allows herself to begin to heal.

a. River – 1 Slot **FULL
Daenerys had still nightmares about what had happened to her – still consumed by an anger that feels so... natural. Was it the Targaryen in her or the dragon in her? She isn't sure, sadly.

The farm's elderly owner had suggested many things – medicinal flowers to calm her, hours of stories of the olden days, and also the location of a small river that snakes behind the farm off a beaten path one must cross to find a tree she always goes to for solitude.

Of course, Daenerys' dragon affliction made her sense to wander at an all-time high closer to the full moons. One of those sounded more pleasing than the others. So, as she ventures to the forest path behind the farmlands, she finds the river and begins to cross. It was simple enough – a small footbridge made of old wood seemingly was safe if an elderly woman could traverse to it, is it not? Each foot step careful, it couldn't anticipate the frigid temperature had rotten the wood quicker and – she doesn't realize it until it's too late. In she goes, tumbling into the river with a scream and slosh. Did you know dragons don't fare well in cold like this?

b. Travelers – Open
Days after her little accident, she has been better suited. Any cold she had received from her plunge in the cold waters was gone and instead – she finds herself being of some use. She can be seen feeding chickens and tending to the horses out in eye-sight of travelers. It was odd to find something like this calming, yet here she was – trying to deal with it. Even if Jorah was here to do it for her... she isn't a Queen here, she has to learn to survive somehow.

There was a sudden storm, however that was expected within the next hour or so. If not outside, she is inside reading books about the full moon and old children's tales passed down through the farm owner's family. Travelers who stop by and ask for some shelter until the storm passes will be met with some supplies, good company, and a somewhat light dinner. ]

CITY BUSINESS

[ Daenerys would be a fool if she believed she could survive outside of the city walls without any assistance. She weighed the stubbornness in her heart and the bitterness still fresh in her mind – she would not be deemed as a charity case to the Aefenglom government, but she will work with them. The stipend provided to her for reparations allowed her to help a farm outside of the city garner the means to sustain itself again, after all. So, she comes on a beautiful white mare into town – for business.

a. In Parliament – 2 Slots **FULL
She is left with a sense of being able to speak for the fellow Mirrorbound and Dorcharcht refugees now with the Council, natural instinct to rule alone was pushed aside to ensure she works with those able to feasibly protect their kind. Isn't that what it came down to when things got tense? Us versus them? She hates that it has to be this way, her paranoia still rooted as she makes her first contact with Coven Witches to discuss business. By the time she is done, she is seen visibly having to catch her breath outside of the Parliament building – burying her own trauma of the last time she was here seeing her tormentors beheaded.

b. Market District – Open
The city was as bustling as always, but there was a caution since the Rathmores were seized and executed. Shops closed at sunset, more guards filtered through the market. That pleased her when she first arrived. It was a small change, one that put herself at ease.

Daenerys stops by a horse-keeper who made a deal with Daenerys to fit her newly acquired horse with new reigns, saddles, and horse-shoes. The horse-keeper's children was so fascinated with Drogon that she nearly becomes distracted over how much time had passed since she arrived.

She'll eventually find herself in a potions shop, picking up something for the farm's owner. She is a bit embarrassed once the shop owner proudly announces a hormonal potion used to help attract suitors. Yikes.

Finally, she'll browse through a winery, charmed by the seller's calls to passerbys to try the latest uncorked bottles. Fortunately, she does not feel compelled to drink – the last time such an occasion happened, she was nearly poisoned... So, Dany awkwardly and insistently declines. ]

WILDCARD

[ Dany will be stopping in Aefenglom for business, but will make a special stop at the refugee area in city. She'll be delivering some extra bags of goods from the farm's owner and ensuring they have been treated well. She will also offer jobs to the strong refugees who wish to find coin and housing outside of the city. Please note: for all prompts, Daenerys will be actively wearing attire that covers her missing scales on her neck, arms, waist, and thighs.


UPDATE 2/16: If your character is leaving or returning from the outpost, I'm totally down for threads with the farmlands prompt there!

If you have an idea for another wildcard, please feel free to PM me and we can hash it out! ]

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[ Daenerys has fought well with the cold since her first shift. Her hands cusp at a relatively... odd looking potion shape, wishing she had other options for her quest she's been sent on. Before she could even ask for an alternative, she's interrupted.

Near's question earns the shop keep to scurry to the back to hunt for something, an offended look on Daenerys' features before she looks down. ]

Potions are not your best choice. [ She says with a dull, not entirely friendly tone. ] They do not last long.

[blankpieces]

[Near would be willing to argue that he'd done her a favor, but his own issues are more important right now.]

It wouldn't need to last long. It would just need to be an option.

[This is one more puzzle to solve, and he has to come at it from every possible angle. If there are magical solutions to be had he wants to keep them on hand. Finding alternative heating options is a must and this isn't a situation where he's always going to be able to rely on others to provide for him.

Part of him might also be attracted to the idea of collecting various heat sources, but that's a problem for another time.]

Are you not also cold-blooded? [He asks this as he notes her scales.]

[freeing]

[ She isn't quiet sure what he means by that, but she herself seems less keen on relying on potions and magic in itself. A bracelet — the one that dangles from her wrist — is lifted to show off peppered red runes around it. That is far easier to digest for her, something one can wear and remove. ]

I... do not know what I am. [ But, she catches his eyes lingering and her hand goes to tug up her collar, hiding her scales further. ] I do know, however, that enchantments on garments or jewelry works just as well to keep warmth.

[blankpieces]

Despite how varied all the creatures here are, there are only a certain amount of actual monster types. Given your apparent changes your options are limited.

[He pulls his coat a bit closer to himself.] I'll be a snake. [Things seem to be progressing toward the same changes as the ones in the dream. He has no reason to assume it will be anything different.] Perhaps you'll be something more glamorous.

[His eyes travel to the jewelry on her wrist.] Is an enchantment like that particularly expensive?

[freeing]

[ She's a dragon, but every dragon that has been changed through the mirrors were different. Eren was quite different than she and even from the dragon out in the Wildes. Cold-blooded... she wasn't sure what that entailed. She keeps her thoughts silent, not wishing to bring much attention to herself in that way. It was only recently that she began to accept the dragon she was becoming, but... not with the scales previous ripped from her from the Rathmores. ]

Only time will tell, hm? [ But, the mention of the bracelet does transition nicely. ] I do not believe so. There are others, the ones through the mirror, whom are able to enchant items. This was a gift, but I do not know from whom.

[blankpieces]

[Near is clearly displeased with this reply, and his brows furrow as he continues to stare at the item. Something like that would be incredibly useful, but of course it was an anonymous gift.

That's fine. There are only so many Mirrorbound here, and only so many who would want to send a gift to this particular woman. He'll check the various businesses. It shouldn't be too hard to figure out.]

...I see.

[He straightens, but only slightly. Near's posture isn't the best on a good day.]

I have to apologize for interrupting a few minutes ago. I thought I might be sparing you harassment.

[freeing]

[ It was unfortunate, she knows, but there are plenty of shops for enchanting. She may have been sent on a quest for some questionable goods, but when the shop keeper returns – they come with two large vials with liquid flames swirling around inside.

Our very best! Pricey, but worth it. Lasts up to a week!

He then looks to Daenerys and offers a smaller, more discrete potion with darkened swirls around it.

And for you, although I sincerely doubt you need it, miss! I'm a bit curious how you heard of our Potent Performance, but another satisfied customer is our claim to fame. Hehehe!

Of course, she squints and is respectful to the shopkeep, no matter how odd they seem.

Daenerys shakes her head and whispers back to Near: ]

No, it... I thank you for the concern, but these items were not for me. Our friend here seems to have a dramatic flare... I suppose that's why I was sent here instead.

[ However, she doesn't ignore the bracelet. ]

If you'd like, I can show you the jeweler down the way – perhaps they can help a similar item to this bracelet?

[blankpieces]

[Near looks at the fiery potions with a frown. Everything he needs is expensive, of course, and he's not exactly rolling in cash while he works on getting his shop up and running. But he needs to have multiple options on hand.

Perhaps he can get one for now and return for more later.]

It doesn't have to be jewelry. The enchantment is what's important. But if you know they have enchanters there I wouldn't be opposed to visiting.

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[ There's a bit of guilt here – she was fortunate enough to have some money after the torture she endured by the hands of the Rathmores – she will slide over payment for her order... and the two vials of liquid fire. ]

I trust my own kind most, ser. The ones who came through the Mirror. Until I can speak with one of my associates on his capability of charms – will you accept these vials temporarily? Think nothing of it.

[blankpieces]

[Near doesn't like the idea of owing anyone anything, but this woman does appear to be offering the items freely. Since he still has other avenues he wants to look into as far as protection from the cold goes, he's going to need what many he has. Once his business gets up and running he'll hopefully have a little more cash on hand, but that could take a couple of weeks to a couple of months depending on how well things get off the ground.

He frowns, not happy that he has to resort to this, but nods anyway.]

I appreciate that.

[It's a stiff show of gratitude, but at least it's sincere.]

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I... have a question for you, ser. Have you only just arrived here in the city? Forgive me for pressing the notion.

[ She's not exactly tactful, but she finds little need to be anything but direct. It was nothing to be ashamed of – even if the stiff gratitude was welcomed with a small sympathetic look. ]

sorry for the delay

[blankpieces]

[As much as he's tried to watch the network and study up on how this place is run, it's hard to hide the fact that he hasn't been there long. The fact that his transformation has only just begun doesn't help matters.

He looks mildly annoyed to have been called out, and one finger returns to its usual twist in his hair]

Within the past month, yes.

[He can't be too upset on account of her generosity.]

shhh its totally fine!!

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[ There's a hum past her lips, one that was neither judgmental nor amused. ]

I hope you settle. If there is anything you need, there are plenty of the Mirrorbound who have dedicated their time to welcoming newcomers – both from neighboring cities and from beyond the mirrors.

[blankpieces]

[So he's been finding out. Near is used to working in the shadows with a small trusted team, and having to establish himself among the locals here is very draining. If his predecessor could do it, however, then it shouldn't be beyond him.]

I'm doing my best. Thank you.

I don't suppose you'll ever have need of a toymaker, but if you do I shouldn't be hard to find. [A false profession for a false persona, but at least he can follow through on it.]

[freeing]

[ His offer does make her smile a bit before her brows perk up in interest. ]

There are children in the slums... in the refugee district who have no toys or the coin to purchase them. I may follow-up on such a skill of yours, if only so they may have something simple to bide their time.

[blankpieces]

[So she's a charity worker. There's nothing wrong with that, he supposes. He might have been considered a charity case at one point in time. His earliest years are a bit of a blank to him and he's fine with that.]

I intend to make an announcement when the shop is up and running.

[When and not if, as he does intend to get this project off the ground despite his current lack of funds. At the very least he has some experience finding useful contacts.]

But right now I don't yet have a location picked out.