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Can I make stories of other peoples races? Like, if I want to have myself an Elf adventurer, can I do it? Do I have to ask permission?

I don't personally mind if you make individual elf adventurers or whatnot, but leave defining the culture and civilization to me.

Peacefully, a family of the Aether elves dwelled in the shade of a huge, broad leafed tree, living in the gentle twilight of the the shimmering lands and beneath the stars. The elder among them had noted one to be unusually bright as of late. They spent their time quietly, the elders reminiscing, the adults gathering plants and berries to make into food, and the children playing with one another or helping their parents. But there were more besides elves in that land.

A child’s scream split the peaceful air. There was the rustling of plants, and a pounding through the sands. A small girl came running, sobbing as she was pursued by the ghostly image of some monstrous beast man. It snarled savagely as it lashed out at the girl in an animalistic rage. The elves there, though they were not warriors and facing this ghost of a beast, snatched up whatever implements they had at hand. Clubs, farming implements, even just branches and rocks. They rushed at the spirit of the feral and struck out at it. The feral’s incorporeal body was hard to strike, and each blow did little harm. But the sheer number of attacks coming at it intimidated the ghostly beast, and it turned to flee with a whimper.

From a distance, Luna watched the brief struggle, shaking her head. It seemed that not all of these feral spirits were peaceful. She needed to do something about them, and soon. Fortunately, two gods of death had arrived, meaning that the soul issue would soon be resolved, which left her open to handle this issue. She reached forth with her power, and sent dreams to all the feral spirits. In the dream, she guided them to gather on the mountains, and promised them peace and guidance should they answer. She knew that many would, and she could help them then. But many would not, and the elves would need a way to defend themselves from them.

Luna reached out, and took a piece of the crystal. She didn’t empower it directly, but showed the elves how to imbue it with energy from Maia. With the stored energy, the weapons crafted from the crystal would be more potent, against the spirits in particular. She hoped that this would allow the elves to defend themselves against the violent apparitions.

She also considered the solution that Aarrook provided to deal with the spirits. The thought of sending 90% of her people’s souls to be destroyed distraught her though. She hoped that the other god of death would provide a more merciful solution, so she wouldn’t be faced with making such a sacrifice.


Act 1: Send dreams to all the feral spirits to guide them to a point on the mountain.

Act 2: Teach the elves how to imbue crystals with starlight energy, making them more effective against hostile spirits and such.

I was thinking the same thing.

Help drag the thing out of the water. Try and carefully remove the exoskeleton for later crafting.

Get some sedative herbs, grind them into powder and fill some thin walled clay vials with them. Heave them at the elephant, where they (hopefully) break open and release a cloud of sedatives around it.

You and me both. Personally, I'll be glad when this death problem is dealt with. Luna means well, but her inexperience in this sphere shows.

Hello. For a school project, we needed to write a paper on some question related to human nature and development. The question I chose was 'does personality affect preferences in music?' To answer this, I created a survey. I'd appreciate it if you could take a minute or two to fill out a copy and post it here. Thanks!

Describe yourself: Below are groups of words in rows. Score each group of words giving yourself (4) for the most like you, (3) for the second, (2) for the third, and (1) for the least like you. Score words across. When you are done, please add up the total values in each column.

__Active             __Parental          __Authentic        __Versatile
   Opportunistic      Traditional          Harmonious          Inventive
   Spontaneous       Responsible         Compassionate    Competent

__Competitive      __Practical         __Unique            __Curious
   Impetuous          Sensible             Empathic            Conceptual
   Impactful           Dependable         Communicative    Knowledgeable

__Realistic           __Loyal              __Devoted         __Theoretical
   Open minded       Conservative       Warm                Seeking
   Adventuresome   Organized           Poetic                Ingenious

__Daring             __Concerned       __Tender            __Determined
   Impulsive           Procedural           Inspirational        Complex
   Fun                  Cooperative         Dramatic             Composed

__Exciting           __Orderly            __Vivacious        __Philosophical
   Courageous         Conventional        Affectionate       Principled
   Skillful                Caring                 Sympathetic       Rational
Totals

Column 1:      Column 2:      Column 3:      Column 4:



How much do you enjoy music in general? Please select one.

Like very much
Like some
Like a little
Neither like or dislike
Dislike a little
Dislike some
Dislike very much      


Now, please list your three favorite kinds of music. Use general categories, such as ‘classical’ or ‘jazz’ rather than specific song or band names. Place your most favorite kind first, followed by your second favorite, and your third favorite third.

1: ________

2: ________

3: ________



This is not necessary to read. It is just provided for your information.

A high score in Column 1 indicates an Orange type of personality. Orange personality people are often flexible, easygoing, playful, clever, open to change, having many interests, courageous, assertive & independent.

A high score in Column 2 indicates a Gold type of personality. Gold personality people are often consistent, goal oriented, traditional, realistic, prepared, dependable, loyal, responsible & having leadership ability.

A high score in Column 3 indicates a Blue type of personality. Blue personality people are often compassionate, idealistic, affectionate, empathetic, caring, nurturing, a communicator & valuing feelings.

A high score in Column 4 indicates a Green type of personality. Green personality people are confident, mentally strong, logical, inventive, having high expectations, knowledgeable & enjoy my own company.

Just for the heck of it, I made a list of everything that has been made so far. If I left anything out, or miscategorized anything let me know. Mind, planets are in the order that I read them, not in any relation to distance from the sun.

And the essays make for good reading Hailfire.

State of the Universe address:

The slave was safe. Or at least safer. Out of the Link's hideaway, and in the hands of the expedition. As is the other prisoner we found in there. I don't know who he is, but I released him as well. Anyway, I'd do well to be out of the city before the Link discovers his prizes missing.

My first stop out of the city was at the empath's quarters. I hastily packed my belongings, meager though they were. My fishing equipment, my satchel with my book of my studies, My clothes, a few other miscellaneous tools, and the money I made hawking off relics. I quickly left there, after telling them the results of the break-in, along with a warning to be on their guard. Next, I stopped at a food vendor, and used up most of my money to buy food and herbs for the road and a fresh waterskin. To be on the safe side, I used my abilities to make the vendor think I was an Arcanist, and to make him think I was leaving by a different gate than I actually was. From there, I made for the city and the rest of the expedition.

I just hope the Link doesn't follow us. But given their tenacity for pursuing slaves, and their lust for vengeance, we'll need to be ready.