Day 270 - Let me tell you about Skyrim

[wayofvoice]

Who: Paarthurnax
When: 270
Where: All throughout the Bastion
What: So Paarthurnax went shopping...
Format: I'll match


As the sun rises on the Bastion, it becomes increasingly clear to its residents that it is considerably more lively than the previous day had seen set on.

It's perhaps immediately obvious to any who venture near the lake. On the Bastion's side, there are enormous walrus-like creatures that seem to stick close to the water, either submerged in it or lounging on shore. Opposite of them, on the Dragonfield's side of things, are what appear to be rocks at a distance... But did that just move? It seems that Mudcrabs are also inhabiting the area.

Further along, in the trees of Dragonfield, foxes can be seen weaving in and out of trees with coats of brilliant red or eye-catching white. They seem playful enough, and seem to, for some strange reason, congregate near certain trees more than others... Did that branch creak? Did you see something move out of the corner of your eye? Don't worry about it. The Bastion's Spriggans are just shy. At least there are new juniper trees as well, available for harvesting. As for those who go out onto the Skyway and regularly pass the Mammoths, they'll see these massive beasts have newer and much smaller companions: elk which pass between the large legs with apparently little bother.

For any wondering where all these new creatures have come from, well, the answer is probably obvious. Paarthurnax is dwelling about Dragonfield, checking on the root-like plants which are growing over the rocks of the not-mountains and nosing the newest kind of Nirnroot which glows pale pink and sounds just a bit off compared to its greener cousin. Following him as he inspects his most recent purchases are a Dwarven Sphere and a Dwarven Spider, the latter balancing a jar of... Are those teeth?

Regardless. Feel free to speak to the old dragon as he goes about his business, or simply investigate all these fascinating new things.

Comments

[daughterofursa]

Between Paarthurnax's lessons and the turtle ducks, Zuko visits the lake regularly, but today it seems rather more... crowded. The most obvious new animals look sort of like turtle seals, minus the shells. She's not really intimidated in spite of their size, but heads across the bridge to where she sees Paarthurnax.

"You've been busy," she observes. With his new metal pets, she's pretty sure at least most of this is his doing.

[wayofvoice]

"I had much to spend." Paarthurnax's voice is fond as he looks to Zuko from where he's inspecting the latest cropping up of Nirnroot. He had heard of this specimen from Dovahkin, yet it is more fascinating to see it for himself. "With the recent events, I had though it would be best to use it for our own gain. Hopefully, what I have chosen will prove useful in the future."

[daughterofursa]

Zuko nods. "It seems like that's what most people are thinking about right now. I've got the shards to spend myself, but... I don't really know anything about farming."

And let's face it, she's too much of a softy to be able to bring animals into this world so that people can kill and eat them.

[wayofvoice]

"You could ask others. I am sure there are many things, both of nature and manmade, which they could suggest from their worlds that we are not aware of." Colin is the one that immediately springs to mind, of course- he is their most intelligent contributor and is always full of ideas and potential solutions. However, Paarthurnax is more than ready to admit the others know of devices and creatures which could make life easier here.

[daughterofursa]

"I know Colin has a lot of plans he may need help with." Yeah, her mind goes to Colin, too. Other people come from more advanced worlds, too, but none of them seem to be engineers like him.

"After that, I... Well, I was thinking of getting something for myself." She sounds almost embarrassed about it, not sure if it's really okay.

[wayofvoice]

Paarthurnax certainly doesn't seem interested in judging right now. He simply gives an accepting nod at the answer. "What is it that you wish to get?"

[daughterofursa]

She hesitates, but really Paarthurnax is probably the best person to run it by.

"A dragon. From my world. I've been thinking about it, and I figure if I get one young enough, I can raise it not to, well, eat anyone."

She has a few other ideas, but they're not exactly expensive or dangerous. Just... not really useful for anyone either.

[wayofvoice]

It is an interesting idea, and Paarthurnax can't lie and say he isn't intrigued by the idea of meeting others of his kind who are so different.

"It will be a heavy responsibility, to teach one so young. You are certain that you are prepared?"

[daughterofursa]

"No." Of course she's not sure. She only met these kinds of dragons once and they weren't babies, and she'll really have no idea what she's doing. She's going to make mistakes.

"But- I know I'll try my best."

[wayofvoice]

The blunt answer earns a small huff of amused air, and he gives a nod. "A willingness to admit your mistakes and the desire to give all that you possess will get you far. If you ever need assistance, you know I am here."

[daughterofursa]

She relaxes, even smiling a little. "I probably will. Maybe... you can be sort of like an uncle."

[wayofvoice]

The suggestion earns a rumbling low laugh from his throat. "I would be pleased for such a title. It has been some time since I have been allowed to bond with my kin."

[daughterofursa]

"We might not be able to bring them here," --and much like her own kin it might not be the greatest idea-- "but we can bring other dragons."

[wayofvoice]

"It will be a pleasure." He gives a pleased nod that matches his tone. "You will have to think of a name to give this young one."

[daughterofursa]

Zuko blinks. "Oh, yeah. I forgot about that part..."

Shoot. She's never named anything before.

[wayofvoice]

"You have much time to think on it." Another reassuring gust of warm air. "Simply choose what has meaning to you."

[daughterofursa]

"Right. I'll make sure it's a good name." She'll probably spend an inordinate amount of time thinking on it, but better for her to ponder names for baby dragons than waste it on self-doubt like usual.

[wayofvoice]

"I am sure you will choose wisely." Paarthurnax's nod seems quite sure of this. Zuko has not done anything yet that has him inclined to think she would not think long and hard on this.

[daughterofursa]

"Thank you." It's definitely nice to have his confidence in her.