You got it, yo. [ A huff of a laugh, not minding he's the only one on video. ]
Gotta grab some fire cores from the little sprites, and I wanted to test some stuff out on the snowy side. Maybe dig around a little more and see if there's anything hidden around there like there was on the volcanic side.
'You up for it, or you need me to grab someone else?
[Jill really should have messaged Karlach first to see if the other woman was even home at this time of day, but her mind has been in a fog of schoolgirlish happiness these last few days and that fog has her completely forgetting her noble lady training. It shows in all her delicate featuresβthe giddy flush of her pale skin, the way she hops from one foot to another in excitement, the easy smile that reaches her eyes that seemingly has no direct cause. The behavior would have gotten her a good scolding from the Duchy governesses. One should be able to control their emotions with the stiffest of upper lips.
But once in a while, such behavior is forgivable, especially knowing Jill has had little in life to be jubilant about. At least it hasn't ended up with Jill neglecting her one week bear turnaround promise and thus, she's rapping lightly on the large mansion's front door.
Hopefully Karlach is not only at home, but nearby to hear the ever so polite sound in this grand place.]
( as luck would have it, karlach has been staying a little closer to home as of late. or almost entirely at home. the last couple of days hadn't been particularly easy and she didn't imagine they were going to get any easier. not anytime soon.
that and it did her good to take a break every now and again.
or so karlach has been telling herself.
all of that is immediately forgotten at the sound of a gentle hand at the door. much like a pet dog, she perks up instantly, visibly brightening at the notion of a visitor. all other concerns thrown to the wind. by the time she actually opens the door, karlach is already smiling. )
Jill!! What brings you here?
( karlach exclaims, her smile breaking out into a wide grin. )
No, unfortunately not. I've run out of catnip, so don't tell them I'm visiting.
[Bluetooth would be saddened to hear about the catnip and tell all the other cats here how she's been suffering in Jill's care.
The idea of it makes Jill's smile even bigger, but she shakes her head and continues on with her original mission.]
That said, I do have something animal-like for you.
[She holds out a small brown paper wrapped package. It's soft and squishy, tied with red and black ribbon that matches the decoration around the gift's neck.]
( she starts, ready to make a comment about how the cats probably knew that jill had arrived before karlach did. warrior cats didn't exactly have an "off mode", so they were always on duty. regardless of time of day. it's incredibly cute.
but karlach's attention shifts to the offered package as soon as jill brings it out, unable to finish the remark. )
Whoa! Incredible! You got it done so fast!
( she exclaims, reaching out to take the package from jill.
without any ceremony, she's already ripping into the package to excitedly pull out the bear. )
[The return of Winterstide marks an entire year since Gale had first set foot in this house— the mood had been quite different then; Astarion had been its master and Gale had largely been lured to relocate there with the promise of full use of the house's remarkable kitchen. There had been a housewarming party at the time, with Gale himself having spent much of the afternoon and evening at work in that very kitchen, pleased with the opportunity to be able to cook properly rather than over a campfire for the first time in ages. Everyone had been in high spirits, mistlebats flapping about and weaving their way in between guests, and for a short time, it had been easy to forget about the more persistent problems that plagued them all.
A year later and things were quite different, quieter, but despite everything, Gale has refused to allow his spirits to be dampened. He's quite taken a liking to Winterstide and the sentiments behind it, and while he and Karlach certainly have plenty of friends they could invite over to share a meal should they wish it, at the moment he's rather enjoying having the entire house to the two of them— and Tara, of course, though she had made herself scarce earlier this afternoon after Gale had offered her some squid on the condition that she leave him to his own devices while he made use of the kitchen to whip up some seasonal fare.
The aforementioned mistlebats, however, were not quite so accommodating. Perhaps it was that they remembered how welcoming the residents of the house had been the year before, or perhaps they were simply everywhere, but Gale finds himself swatting a brightly-colored bat away from his head for what feels like the hundredth time as it attempts to nip at him while he's trying to roll out pastry, sending flour flying only to settle into his own hair in the process.]
Honestly— how do these keep getting inside?!
[The mistlebats, it would seem, are determined to fulfill their purpose...]
( while gale might be familiar with these flying menaces, karlach isn't. she hadn't been here last year for the festivities or the new pests that apparently crop up during the season, neither had she been present for the housewarming party.
which sucks because karlach thinks that it must have been a great time. astarion had actually picked out a pretty swanky place. and on its own island? that's luxurious in a way that borders on the absurd and she loves it. that party must have been lavish and fun.
more importantly, her lack of experience means that she had been caught completely off guard by the thrill-seeking bat that managed to swoop down and sink its teeth into the tip of her ear. everything seems to happen in an instant. teeth on her ear, a pained shriek, and then a hard thud as the bat's body hit the floor. )
Ugh! What theβ
( quickly, she dumps a glass of water on the foolish beast to extinguish the flames.
karlach doesn't offer it another look before she's setting off in search for gale. if there are creatures in the house willing to bite her, then they're definitely after her housemate too. )
[Well, he doesn't have to have been present to imagine what scene just unfolded a few rooms away— Karlach's response is incredibly telling in itself, and the wizard makes another attempt at swatting an incoming mistlebat away as he starts towards the hallway to meet her, dusting his hands off on the front of his apron as he goes, scowling.]
It's these bloody bats!
[He huffs softly, turning the corner to find Karlach all but thundering towards him.]
They're supposed to be harmless, but they're damn persistent, aren't they? I've locked every window and stopped up every hole I can find, and they still keep getting in somehow!
[Truly, he hated MANTA requests. He wasn't an errand guy, and he had his reasons-- but he hadn't gotten his shit together enough to start anything of his own to bring in a sufficient amount of money, so sometimes he caved.]
[So, one Healing Potion Ingredient List in-hand, he was chewing on the cap of a pen and not focusing on where he was walking, leading him to walk directly into the back of Karlach's leg. He stumbles, nearly inhales the pencap, and drops backward into an unceremonious sit.] Oh-- ass, what th-- [Okay he did just fall over but he swears Karlach gets taller every fucking time he sees her. He gives in and flops flat onto his back to look at her.] Pretty sure y'get your own weather system up there, K.
( on the harsh opposite of the spectrum, karlach enjoyed most manta requests. not only did she get to meet to plenty of new people, but she was also able to get her hands on plenty of interesting items. and money. sometimes she just asked for money. keep the special stuff, just hand over a fat sack of coins instead.
fireproofing objects and herself is an expensive task.
karlach had been in the middle of considering the ingredient list of her latest job when something small comes crashing into the back of her leg. )
Hey, Squirt.
( she greets with a grin, turning around to see the small imp. )
What's got you so distracted that you'd run into me?
[One eyebrow quirks and he snorts, grinning and ambling back to his feet.] I won't say my instinctive response to being called Squirt, [He dusts off his coat, and angles his list at her.]
Trying to figure out what half of this shit is so I can get this lady some fuckin' potion or somethin'.
[It's early afternoon when the overall stillness and peace of Lil Faerun is disturbed by a frantic flapping of wings— those wings belonging to Tara, who is currently diving her way through one of the open windows of the welcome great room and calling out to one of the house's inhabitants.]
Miss Cliffgate! Miss Cliffgate! Please, tell me you're here—!
( as luck would have it, karlach happened to be home at this hour. there is no current job or task to pull her away from the islandβenough so that karlach had thought to take the day to rest.
or at least until she hears tara's frantic calling from the other room. )
Tara!?
( karlach calls out immediately, voice loud and carrying. she is up on her feet in an instant, rushing out into the hallway to find her feline friend. )
[Karlach finds Tara in an absolute state when she arrives, hovering midair with her paws curled in front of her, eyes wild and fur just a bit unkempt from her hurried efforts to return home. If cats could heave sighs of relief, she certainly would have at the sight of Karlach herself; instead, it comes out as something of a strange growl at the back of her throat.]
They've taken him! My Mr. Dekarios— the Paladins have taken him under arrest!
[ The day after Darin's big jail break, Zelda realizes that she should probably let someone know that she's going to be scarce for awhile. But she's not really paying attention to what she's doing as she grabs her shellphone to send a text to her second-in-command... which is why Karlach is receiving the weirdly vague and poorly typed message that was supposed to go to Garrus. Whoops. ]
( the message comes as a shock, but karlach is nothing if not a soldier. if her captain is issuing an order then she's ready to follow. she doesn't need to ask a lot of questions to understand why command may be transferred, not when everything has been chaotic lately.
although....... she is surprised for it to be her. that part seems wrong. )
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had a friend from home show up!!
might not be the best that she's here
but i am glad she is here anyway
things are always better with friendly faces around
know what i mean?
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I'm glad for you!
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you'd dig her
speaking of home
she makes seedcakes that are out of this world
a little taste of faerun right here
do you ever cook anything from home?
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Yo, Red! I got a commission and need a hand, think you can spare one for me? No one better to have my back on this one.
I gotta make a run to Avalechi for some research and sample gathering. It's gonna be a two-part thing.
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A commission? What you got lined up?
In need some strong hands?
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Gotta grab some fire cores from the little sprites, and I wanted to test some stuff out on the snowy side. Maybe dig around a little more and see if there's anything hidden around there like there was on the volcanic side.
'You up for it, or you need me to grab someone else?
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( despite not being visible, she still nods to herself.
then she lets out a loud sigh. )
As much as I'd love to go with you, I think you'll have to ask someone else!
( then she smiles to herself. )
Let's do something when you get back, yeah? Don't you still owe me some drinks? Or a lot of drinks?
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But once in a while, such behavior is forgivable, especially knowing Jill has had little in life to be jubilant about. At least it hasn't ended up with Jill neglecting her one week bear turnaround promise and thus, she's rapping lightly on the large mansion's front door.
Hopefully Karlach is not only at home, but nearby to hear the ever so polite sound in this grand place.]
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that and it did her good to take a break every now and again.
or so karlach has been telling herself.
all of that is immediately forgotten at the sound of a gentle hand at the door. much like a pet dog, she perks up instantly, visibly brightening at the notion of a visitor. all other concerns thrown to the wind. by the time she actually opens the door, karlach is already smiling. )
Jill!! What brings you here?
( karlach exclaims, her smile breaking out into a wide grin. )
Not just here for the cats, are ya?
( joking. )
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[Bluetooth would be saddened to hear about the catnip and tell all the other cats here how she's been suffering in Jill's care.
The idea of it makes Jill's smile even bigger, but she shakes her head and continues on with her original mission.]
That said, I do have something animal-like for you.
[She holds out a small brown paper wrapped package. It's soft and squishy, tied with red and black ribbon that matches the decoration around the gift's neck.]
I promised you a week and a week it has been.
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( she starts, ready to make a comment about how the cats probably knew that jill had arrived before karlach did. warrior cats didn't exactly have an "off mode", so they were always on duty. regardless of time of day. it's incredibly cute.
but karlach's attention shifts to the offered package as soon as jill brings it out, unable to finish the remark. )
Whoa! Incredible! You got it done so fast!
( she exclaims, reaching out to take the package from jill.
without any ceremony, she's already ripping into the package to excitedly pull out the bear. )
And he looks so good!
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Christmas Gift
I hope this gift soothes your sole and brings you joy as you celebrate the festivities!
Happy Holidays,
Santa Claus
[Karlach gets a bottle of spiced wine (yum!) and a new whetstone for her axe!]
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A year later and things were quite different, quieter, but despite everything, Gale has refused to allow his spirits to be dampened. He's quite taken a liking to Winterstide and the sentiments behind it, and while he and Karlach certainly have plenty of friends they could invite over to share a meal should they wish it, at the moment he's rather enjoying having the entire house to the two of them— and Tara, of course, though she had made herself scarce earlier this afternoon after Gale had offered her some squid on the condition that she leave him to his own devices while he made use of the kitchen to whip up some seasonal fare.
The aforementioned mistlebats, however, were not quite so accommodating. Perhaps it was that they remembered how welcoming the residents of the house had been the year before, or perhaps they were simply everywhere, but Gale finds himself swatting a brightly-colored bat away from his head for what feels like the hundredth time as it attempts to nip at him while he's trying to roll out pastry, sending flour flying only to settle into his own hair in the process.]
Honestly— how do these keep getting inside?!
[The mistlebats, it would seem, are determined to fulfill their purpose...]
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which sucks because karlach thinks that it must have been a great time. astarion had actually picked out a pretty swanky place. and on its own island? that's luxurious in a way that borders on the absurd and she loves it. that party must have been lavish and fun.
more importantly, her lack of experience means that she had been caught completely off guard by the thrill-seeking bat that managed to swoop down and sink its teeth into the tip of her ear. everything seems to happen in an instant. teeth on her ear, a pained shriek, and then a hard thud as the bat's body hit the floor. )
Ugh! What theβ
( quickly, she dumps a glass of water on the foolish beast to extinguish the flames.
karlach doesn't offer it another look before she's setting off in search for gale. if there are creatures in the house willing to bite her, then they're definitely after her housemate too. )
Something bit me!
( karlach yells as she walks down the hallway. )
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It's these bloody bats!
[He huffs softly, turning the corner to find Karlach all but thundering towards him.]
They're supposed to be harmless, but they're damn persistent, aren't they? I've locked every window and stopped up every hole I can find, and they still keep getting in somehow!
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january manta shenanigans with some red goblins of varying size
[So, one Healing Potion Ingredient List in-hand, he was chewing on the cap of a pen and not focusing on where he was walking, leading him to walk directly into the back of Karlach's leg. He stumbles, nearly inhales the pencap, and drops backward into an unceremonious sit.] Oh-- ass, what th-- [Okay he did just fall over but he swears Karlach gets taller every fucking time he sees her. He gives in and flops flat onto his back to look at her.] Pretty sure y'get your own weather system up there, K.
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fireproofing objects and herself is an expensive task.
karlach had been in the middle of considering the ingredient list of her latest job when something small comes crashing into the back of her leg. )
Hey, Squirt.
( she greets with a grin, turning around to see the small imp. )
What's got you so distracted that you'd run into me?
( because she's hard to miss. )
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Trying to figure out what half of this shit is so I can get this lady some fuckin' potion or somethin'.
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this tag took me three years bc my phone kept eating it
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Miss Cliffgate! Miss Cliffgate! Please, tell me you're here—!
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or at least until she hears tara's frantic calling from the other room. )
Tara!?
( karlach calls out immediately, voice loud and carrying. she is up on her feet in an instant, rushing out into the hallway to find her feline friend. )
I'm here! What's the trouble?
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They've taken him! My Mr. Dekarios— the Paladins have taken him under arrest!
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laying low for awhile
youre in charge til im back
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although....... she is surprised for it to be her. that part seems wrong. )
got it boss
you alright? safe?
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attracted too much attention getting darin out
all his fault really
[ Darin just couldn't break out quietly. He had to go and blow up part of the prison while he was at it. ]
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