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#Post#: 836--------------------------------------------------
Xefr's Adventures: Existential Crisis
By: guest9 Date: May 21, 2016, 7:43 pm
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In a system far, far away from Shyr, a small group of Ghashyr
explorers under the leadership of Captain Erixen is searching
for a mythic Dragon called Xefr after being given information
regarding his whereabouts by a rather impolite Dragonlord named
Dervis.
The search for this peculiar reptile is of utmost importance to
the Ghashyr crew that hopes to return bringing proof to the
Talmyr that Dragons still exist.
...As the small frigate arrives at Dentibus Hydri, a powerful
force shakes it and draws it out of its course, the captain
slams his hand in the podium "Maximum power to all engines! We
will not let this rift take us in and away from our objective!"
soon the frigate stabilizes and heads for the nearest life
signals. All of the crew awaits in excitement what will appear
as they grow nearer...
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Re: Xefr's Adventures: The grey meatbags
By: guest28 Date: May 21, 2016, 8:12 pm
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The Vortex was a large, sprawling mess of blue psionic energy,
with yet more energy flowing in to join the mass. Its pull was
violent, but weak, and the Ghashyr were easily able to stabilize
themselves.
[spoiler=Dentibus
Hydri]
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The nearest, and only, life signs were in a very large craft
orbiting the vortex. The light of the vortex made the words
across its side possible to read, "The Soul's Eclipse". It was
easily ten times the size of the ship Captain Erixen had met
Dervis upon, but it appeared dormant. The life signs were
clearly active, but the weapons, shields, and even engines
seemed to be offline. Its communications systems however were
online, but no attempt has yet been made to hail the Ghashyr, or
really any sort of reaction.
[spoiler=The
Vessel]
HTML http://www.igorstshirts.com/blog/conceptships/2012/john_liberto/john_07.jpg
Clocking in at about 10 km with a full crew of 15500 aboard,
this vessel seems built for a war, yet wanders without purpose.
It orbits the Vortex, with no apparent problems despite the
violent pull.[/spoiler]
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Re: Xefr's Adventures: The grey meatbags
By: guest9 Date: May 21, 2016, 8:23 pm
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The Ghashyr freeze upon seeing the size of that ship ..it was
about as large as an Azgorlanor-class dreadnaught, perhaps even
larger. The small war frigate seemed miniscule in comparisson.
Soon though many officers started admiring the beautiful
patterns of the void...
Captain Erixen having his eyes stuck on the alien vessels
suddenly makes a hand signal to the communications officer to
open a hailing frequency, he clears his cape a bit and
re-adjusts his hat accordingly "Ehem, Greetings Lord Xefr! We
are hoping we're not mistaken ...I'm Captain Erixen, in service
of her greatness the Talmyr and I wish to speak with you ..we
were told that we could find you here by your friend Lord
Dervis."
Ysylsen starts nervously munching her claws, while all await a
response ...or at least any sign.
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Re: Xefr's Adventures: The grey meatbags
By: guest28 Date: May 21, 2016, 8:41 pm
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There is no clear response. The line has clearly been received,
but the other side is silent. But then, the massive frontal
hanger of Soul's Eclipse opens up, as if inviting the Ghashyr
ship to come in. Besides that, the ship is still eerily quiet
and inactive, though the life signs inside seem to be moving
around a bit more.
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Re: Xefr's Adventures: The grey meatbags
By: guest9 Date: May 21, 2016, 8:49 pm
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Some weird thoughts, about the legend of the Ghost Ship that
eats up spacers, cross Erixen's mind at this sight ...he seems
rather frightened by the imposing silence.
He quickly turns to Ysylsen "You have command of the ship, I and
paladin Myntorel will go in there alone ..Azgor Tal protect
us!" Ysylsen nods and the Captain along with the paladin dress
up in full armour and enter a two-seater fighter. They slowly
navigate the fighter within the seemingly empty behemoth and
land on its hangar. Erixen jumps out of the cockpit and in a
loud, worried voice he shouts "IS ANYONE HOME?"
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Re: Xefr's Adventures: The grey meatbags
By: guest28 Date: May 21, 2016, 9:15 pm
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The Hanger itself is mostly empty, though hundreds of inactive
automated fighter-craft adorn the walls and hang on the ceiling.
But in a sudden flash of blinding light, the Black Dragon
appears in the center of the room.
[spoiler=Xefr
Omegan]
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The Black Dragon Xefr stands about 26 feet tall when on all
fours, as he is now. His golden eyes resemble a calm flame, for
they seem to emit a slight glow. Yet, they are dim, as his mind
does not seem to be focusing on the situation at hand.[/spoiler]
But then, another two flashes of light, and two more dragons
stand on either side behind the first. These two however, are
different. Their bodies are not black or gold, but a transparent
blue, just like the color of the vortex. The left is covered in
full medieval armor, with spikes all along it and a mace at the
tail. The right one wears a set of GD-Champion Power Armor, but
it lacks weapons. The corporeal Dragon looks down upon the
armored Captain. His deep, yet somewhat depressed, voice booms
within the minds of Ghashyr. "I am called Xefr, but I am no
lord. Welcome aboard this vessel. Have you come to gaze upon the
rift, young one?
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Re: Xefr's Adventures: The grey meatbags
By: guest9 Date: May 21, 2016, 9:32 pm
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The two Ghashyr cover their eyes to avoid the strong light, what
appears before their eyes leaves them in a state of admiration
and joy, especially Erixen who nearly drools. The captain shakes
his head a bit after hearing the peculiar-sounding Dragon-voice
and kneels before the majestic reptiles "Anyone old and wise as
you is a Lord in our eyes." he then rises, smiles and
half-jokingly continues "I've not come to gaze upon the rift,
though I admit it is nice to look at, well, from up here at
least! Anyway, I actually was seeking you.. ....I didn't
expect you would be a black-scaled Royal Dragon, this changes a
lot!"
Myntorel backs down a little, he seems to be intimidated by
these creatures he only heard in stories ..his eyes are hooked
upon that one dragon on the left, as he seems to remind him of
something ...he gathers up some courage and speaks silently to
Erixen: "Pardon me my lord, but that one looks like Saint
Itz'Ian the Warrior!"
Erixen looks at him, evidently annoyed "Hush!"
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Re: Xefr's Adventures: The grey meatbags
By: guest28 Date: May 21, 2016, 9:48 pm
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Xefr just sighs, and the sadness in his eyes remains. "I have
been called that before, once, in a far off place whose history
has long been devoured by the destructive winds of time. If only
I was truely royal, it would mean that I would have power, the
ability create change... Alas, that is not me. But, you said you
were seeking for me, why? What could this old dragon possibly do
for you?"
The left dragon snorts, and a another voice booms out. This one,
is far louder than the last, and has a hint of pride. "I am a
Warrior yes, but I am no Saint! I am Xefr, guardian of this
vessel and protector of its crew!" The right dragon sighs and
rolls his eyes. A third voice, calm and sophisticated, speaks
out. "Calm down, you oaf. He merely said there was a
resemblance, no reason to get agitated. Now be quiet and let
them speak." In response, the warrior dragon turns to snarl at
the other, but quickly calms down and returns his attention to
the main conversation.
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Re: Xefr's Adventures: The grey meatbags
By: guest9 Date: May 22, 2016, 4:26 pm
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Paladin Myntorel avoids eye contact with the warrior spirit and
tries not to irritate him any more.
Meanwhile, Erixen's pulse starts beating faster from excitement
as he hears to what this old Dragon says... In a far off place!
Could that perhaps mean an actual connection to the Valxes? He
comes closer to the great black drake and continues talking in
a rather joyful tone.. "You were called a 'royal' before you
said? I'd like to hear more about this far off place, truly
interesting! Anyhow, I seek you, great Xefr, for I'm an explorer
and the realisation that Dragons exist must come along with
proof ...furthermore, I think you could also discuss regarding
Ghashyr-Excave relations with our Talmyr - And may I add, I'd
prefer a civilised Dragon like yourself, over someone like Lord
Dervis - So, I ask of you to come with me in Shyr, as a guest!"
The captain awaits the dragons responses while smiling like a
child about to be given a present and nervously playing with his
hands.
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Re: Xefr's Adventures: The grey meatbags
By: guest28 Date: May 22, 2016, 6:29 pm
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Xefr sighs again, as if the mention of the so called far off
place depressed him. He does again when Dervis's name is brought
up. His voice remains saddened, "Don't blame Dervis for his
attitude... After all, the one you should be blaming stands
before you. If only I wasn't so much a fool... Regardless, I do
not represent Excave, or really any of Iammelon. I am a
wanderer, an explorer like you, but the knowledge I seek is
something very specific. However, if you still wish to bring me
before your Talmyr, as you called it, I suppose I could. This
ship is fully operational, and I suppose some new knowledge
wouldn't be too harmful... Though I'm sure I would be a
disappointment. An old Dragon like me has no such worth, I don't
deserve to be anybody's guest." The Dragon's head looks down a
bit, contemplating the floor.
The two energy dragons remain quiet, though the warrior seems
like he wants to say something is holding himself back.
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