Estylwen

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Casual 300th post snipe.

Also, the development Thierry and the family, and Nick are going through and planning to go through is intense. I have my tissues ready!

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@Lexisheeps That sounds good to me!

@Days I imagined both were missing, as there is an attack at the pyramid in AC where Cosette/#3 is kidnapped. I was hoping Aurélie would also be taken, as it'll fit very nicely in line with the next DB post. //scheming.

Please check your DMs when you have a moment, Days. :)

@WhiteAngel25 It really is a good post, a lot of character development on Thierry's end. Now that we have all these kids I kinda want them to get back together. Oh, it's so sad!

I'm going to be a bit busy tonight so I will have a new post up tomorrow! :)

Recollections: Under The Sycamore Tree Part. 1

Nice post, @FernStone. @Punished GN, what is the post rotation? Shall I wait for a GM post before posting again?

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I think me missing that 3 = cosette is prob because I’m a lil dum, as Cosette is supposedly 17 and I’m not sure where this was discussed and now I feel dumb.

@Days

Whoops. I was gonna leave that as a surprise. A little plot twist. But no matter! Yes, Cosette is #3, which is why age was super important. She acts very young, due to having no memories and being [redacted] continously. But she is around 17 years of age. I'm just waiting for the moment when Von Galloes drives the nail through Thierry's heart when he realizes both of his daughters have been [redacted] for the past 7 years. //innocent smile

@Estylwen

Not a new character, technically, as I mentioned him before during a phone call Thierry had. He's a Louvre person of power, not an agent. He's more on von's level, but not in complete control of the Louvre. He is on The Council as well. He's an older man, even older than Thierry, but still an archeologist despite everything I just said. But a paper pusher themed one. I'd like him with von, if that's okay with you, since he's not a Tomb Raider.

I hope doing this is okay. I feel like there's tons of background business characters that are just not cs worthy.

And thank you! It was legit hard to write. Had me in tears and shit, lol

@Lexisheeps

That's fine! I feel like a CS to at least explain how he looks miiiiight be in order, so I have an easy referral. But, not necessary. This character is just interesting.

So I take it Von Galloes and Cress are sipping wine in the control room together? What kind of agreement would they have?

@Days
Right? Some of it is legit intense with full-blown arguing, as both characters have a temper.

Ah, some of the tidbits of backstory I'm giving you guys is killing me. Like, I almost feel bad for @Estylwen letting me use my favorite pre-made characters for this. But this was supposed to be more along a Tomb Raider/Indie Jones feel than a true post apocalyptic themed rp. So I had to at least ask about using them, when she initially approached me.

Vonny now, Vonny forever!

@Lexisheeps

Yes! Not to worry, more Tomb Raider shenanigans are in store once we reach chapter 3. More artifacts, more boobytraps, more uncovering secrets. :)

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@Lexisheeps Is this a new character I see? Quick question to clarify, is Cress nearby Von Galloes or remote, hijacking the intercom system? Post was awesome, BTW.

@Days Take your time, Days, no rush. :)

@WhiteAngel25 I can't wait to see Sabrina revealed.

And yes, there are plans involving the girls. Von Galloes will be the perpetrator of both. //evil smirk

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@Days Thank you! :)

@Lexisheeps Yes, that sounds good!

Recollections: Under The Sycamore Tree Part. 1

Alizée Altieri

Location: Flowers and Canvases

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A shimmering blue butterfly, matching the woman's eyes, sat atop pale fingers as she leaned back in her seat. She stared at it curiously, pinpoints of light radiating off its wings. She could hear Auri speaking, but one pressing thought was beckoning her urgently. Her lips parted, exposing teeth.

What did the butterfly taste like?

Could she get away with trying to lick it? Maybe squeezing its pretty form in her phantom hands, and devouring it outright? It would be a right nice snack, a gleaming and glorious little appetizer.

Her eyes shot to Auri at the mention of 'Father Wolf', momentarily forgetting her spiraling, ravenous thoughts.

"Remember, we are not a Coven; we are a family. Are there any problems with that? Suggestions maybe?"

"I... don't think forgiving and forgetting the past will be such an easy task," Alizée said, playing with the butterfly a bit in her hand. She knew exactly who she was talking about. Drake Blackmore was here, just on the other side of the room. Someone she had looked up to before things went south. Someone she was very much certain still harbored ill towards her. Someone who had a sour opinion of night-stalking.

"You called us here, what are you expecting from us?" She added, moving her hand so the butterfly took to the room, fluttering about.

”For some of us it isn’t all in the past. I’m not talking about the petty fights we had, but what Britney did…" said Luca, near her on one of the seats.

Alizée's brow immediately furrowed at the mention of Brittany, one of the only members of the Coven that was on her side 10 years ago when she had her falling out. And now they were talking bad about her best friend in her absence?

"Sacre bleu, would you give Brittany a rest?" Alizée said to Luca, pressing a hand to her forehead briefly. She smoothed out her black satin blouse and skirt, trying to keep in the spark of rage bubbling beneath the surface.

"I'd dare to say the experience of being adjoined is good for you." Her tone dropped a note, eyeing the Void Heart hovering near her shoulder, which was staring hard at Luca. "...Give you some perspective."

A mixture of regret and pain passed over her face. No. Being adjoined was likely the worst thing to happen to a person, Blind or not. It was from her own selfishness that she spoke. She hated being the odd girl out. The one with whispering horrors going on in her head, while everyone else remained sane. Perhaps... she felt a bit of relief that Luca felt pain similar to hers.

"Nah, you're just a sore loser." The Void Heart's cold, deep voice spoke in her mind.

She immediately glared sideways at the Void Heart. To any Blind person, it would appear as if she were making faces to the wall. As if she was really insane.

Well. Maybe she really was losing her marbles.

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@Lexisheeps Whoops! We can if you want, but I feel like it might be too soon for the intro post. Ramses will be there though, so it's something that can be weaved in at any point. Up to you, though!

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@Lexisheeps Maaaybe. You wanna pilot him?

Hm, maybe we'll keep it to the same post rotation. Days, Angel, then Lexi. Easy to remember. :)

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First post is up! How did y'all want to do the post rotation? :)