Prepare for the #LodanRespawn2024 Existing characters may choose to be displace from/have memories of different timelines, thereby allowing returning members the option to retcon their whole character. These changes are the result of the "Unnatural Fog" plot device that is running between now and the Respawn. The plot is simple: no matter where your character is, that place is shrouded in a thick fog that suspends time, but not thoughts or memories, so even if they're repeating the same day over and over again, they continue to remember, so each time feels like a new day. For those retconning OCs; this is where new versions of themselves have the opportunity to replace the old versions. Official lore and tree updates will be announced asap
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 7, 2014 19:30:54 GMT
A whole new wooooorld house.
Open to Zona and her approved guests
Stephen taped a sheet of paper to what Zona called her house. Stepping back, he nodded then quickly ran away. He made sure not to have been seen by anyone; well, any humans that is. As he took his leave he thought he spotted the tail of a cat. It could have been either Jay or Tilly, he was not quite sure.
After that was finished he headed over to the merchants district and double checked the surprise was ready. It was not that much but it was the least he could do for her and her cats. After the last survey of the premises, he headed across the street to the café. Taking a seat, he ordered some cheese and crackers along with a cup of tea. All there was left to do now was wait. For some reason, he was actually a little excited to see how this would turn out.
The Note reads:
"Zona,
Please follow the directions given below.
I have faith that you are not so incompetent
to get lost when clear instructions are provided.
Do not let me down. Do try to hurry. Time is
fleeting, do not waste mine.
-S
*very clear instructions that even a 2 year old could understand them*"
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 7, 2014 19:58:28 GMT
Zona had just finished delivering something for Clancy when she came back to the mangled, mess pile, she used to call a house. As she walked up a small cat came to greet her, it was Jay, the then proceeded to jump up on a nearby ledge and jumped over to Zonas shoulder, rubbing his face against her in delight. "Well hey little guy. Ya miss me?" She said as she rubbed the kittens head. Out of the corner of her eye Tilly jumped down from who knows where, and sat down on the sad, old pile of rubble they used to call a home. Zona began to walk over to her, "Good to see you too..." Zona said as she looked at the note next to Tilly, who just stared at her with judging, disapproving eyes. "Hmm..." Zona took the note and read it, "Of course you would think I wouldn't understand."
With Jay on her shoulder and Tilly following Close behind Zona followed the note to a T. The note lead her to a small place in the merchants district, with an envelope on the door. Zona took the envelope from the door and opened it.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 7, 2014 20:23:14 GMT
Stephen spotted Zona as she approached the door. He had brought one of his books with him and lifted it so she could not see him fully. He glanced over the binding to watch her.
Inside the envelope was a key and another note, which read:
"Zona,
Well done! You actually made it here! Hopefully it did not take to long,
but knowing you, it probably did. Now to the main point; here is the
key to your new home. I made sure it was near where you work.
I am sorry but your so called "home" back in the peasants district
is a terrible eye sore and really hasno right to exist in this world.
This is a REAL home, which I am giving toyou. I have already placed
some furniture- you do know what furniture is, correct?- inside this
home for you. It is not fully furbished but it will suffice for now.
Also, there is some food in the kitchen area. Do not let it spoil. Learn how to
cook as well as clean. Do not break anything. Do not disturbed your neighbors.
Just, TRY to be a decent human being, alright?
-S"
The inside of the main living room ((this is a two story house)) had two chairs placed by the window along with a small table between them. On the table was a light source, a few books and some cat toys. On the other side of the room was a small dinning set up: 2 wooden chairs with a already set wooden table. On the table was a hand written pamphlet that read "The Plebeians guide to proper table manners." Propped against the corner was a large cat bed with toys and custom made bowls that had the cat's names painted on them.
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 7, 2014 20:57:52 GMT
Zona read the note, of course he would think stuff like that, though she didn't know how to cook she did want to learn but never had the time nor material to do so. Zona was surprised at what the note read, many about how he had bought her this house, it was most likely more for the cats then her but still. Cautiously she took the key from the envelope and stuck it in the lock of the door, and slowly turned the key. A click sound came from the gears and tumblers in the lock, she then grabbed the door handle, turned it, and pushed the door. It stuck a moment but besides that opened rather easy, Tilly walked in as soon as the door opened and jumped up on the nearby chair that sat next to a window, she then jumped up and sat on the windowsill and looked out the window, Jay jumped down from Zonas shoulder and joined his mother at the window. Zona slowly walked in, mouth open wide, and eyes lit up, she didn't know what to do, she didn't know what to say, except that she was overcome with joy, This was her house now... and it had a real door!
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 8, 2014 3:24:35 GMT
Stephen craned his neck some to get a good look at what was happening. She had not run from the house screaming so that had to be a good sign.
The upstairs was smaller than the main room downstairs. It had a simple Queen bed with a small bed side cabinet. On the back wall was a small dresser that had more books in it. Placed on the dresser was another handwritten note, but the handwriting was different.
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 8, 2014 4:07:02 GMT
Zona was still in shock as she walked around the main floor, it was so much bigger than her old house. She walked over to the kitchen area and looked at all the cabinets, none rotting or full of holes, she always did her best to clean them but that never seemed to help. She opened them and looked to see what was inside, tons of fresh fruit and vegetables, along with some bread and other things, in a cabinet over there were new plates, dishes, cups and bowls, in the draws were silverware to go with all the dishes. Slowly she made her way up stairs, looking at everything as she went along. She still couldn't believe he did all this for her, she wondered why, no one just gave you something for free, especially something like a house! As she made her way up she saw the large bed in the upstairs room. It was a real bed, she had never owned one and only slept in one once, but even that wasn't really a bed. She walked over to the dresser opened the draw and saw the note, as if the house wasn't enough he went and paid for 5 outfits for her, Zona nearly fell over from shock. Stumbling back she sat on the bed, everything was really sinking in, she laid back on the bed, it was so soft, so comfy, so warm.
She stared up at the ceiling for a moment before really realizing what he had done for her, a wave of excitement, joy, happiness, pleasure, and many other things over came her. She continued to look up at the ceiling as she screamed at the top of her lungs, it wasn't a scream of pain or sorrow but a true girly scream of happiness and delight. She quickly jumped off from the bed and quickly, but neatly, shoved the note into her pocket and raced down the stairs. She stopped in front of the two cat who looked up at her in complete shock, gently she picked the small cat up and spun around with hi in a circle. Smiling, and laughing she stopped and rubbed her face on his, he was now purring with delight, "This is our place!" She half screamed, half said, "We can live here! This is our place!!" She stopped a moment an just looked at everything, "This is my place..." She said with a smile as a small tear began to roll down her face, "This is mine."
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 8, 2014 20:19:53 GMT
Faint screaming could be heard from the house. A few people at the edge of the café looked over to the house with concern. Stephen frowned. Either something was trying to kill her or she had lost her mind. The second one seemed more realistic. Just to make sure, he paid for his snack then quickly walked over to the house. Clearing his throat, he knocked on the door, which swung open on it's own. "Is everything alright in here? You are not dying, are you?" he called out, a quizzical frown on his face.
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 9, 2014 1:05:54 GMT
Zona heard a knock on her new front door which swung open and revealed Stephen standing there, quickly she turned around to face him, whipping away the tears that were rolling down her face. A large smile was spread across her face, she gently set the cat down and walked over to Stephen, saying nothing, just smiling. Then on a sudden impulse she reached out, grabbed him by the shoulders, half dragged, half pull him in from the out side, and began hugging him. She stood there a minute not caring if he didn't like her hugging him, this was one of the only was she could show how grateful she was, "Thank you... thank you sooo much..." She said rather quietly, still hugging him for a minute more before pulling away.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 9, 2014 1:23:31 GMT
Stephen was instantly weary at Zona's first reaction. She was smiling far to much for him to be comfortable with. When she grabbed him, he could not help the surprised noise from slipping from his mouth as he was yanked into a hug. For a few second he just awkwardly stood there, not knowing whether to push her away or hug back. In the end he gave her a light pat on the back "Fine, fine, you are overjoyed! I can see that! Stop this indecency now" he huffed, feeling very awkward. When she let go he wiped of his front, a bashful frown on his face. "I do not know what you are so happy about" he mumbled. Deep down, he was glad she liked her gift. It was not easy to obtain. He had to use all the money he had earned from CAEsAL but it was worth it in the end. Now she and her cats had a decent place to live.
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 9, 2014 3:28:19 GMT
"You don't-" Zona began to say as shock hit her, what didn't he understand, he just gave her a HOUSE and now he says he doesn't know why she was soo happy?!?! "I'm so happy about this!" She said as she held her arms up wide and gestured all around her {"you just gestured to all of me" yes. I did that.} "This... This is the greatest, no seconded greatest gift I've ever gotten in my entire life!!! I would have been ecstatic with the food or clothing card alone, but you gave ma a house... a HOUSE!!!! How could I not be happy?!?!" Zona asked with a wide smile on her face.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 10, 2014 1:27:24 GMT
Stephen just blinked incredulously at her for a moment. It was just a house, nothing too monumental. Then again, what if this was the first actual house that she had ever owned. That would make sense then why she was so happy with it all. Finally a small smile broke across his face and he chuckled a little "Well, I am pleased that you appreciate this gift. Stop being so overjoyed, it is indecent. You usually just glare at everyone, it's unnerving seeing you with some positive emotion" he teased with a smirk. "Now, if you wish, we could get your clothing now. I have nothing to do all day so I shall accompany you. I am sorry, but you have terrible taste in clothing. You could at least try to dress like a lady every now and again. If I left the clothing choice up to you, most likely all you would get are overalls."
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 10, 2014 3:34:21 GMT
Zona stood there smirking as she listened to him talk he described her, she thought that was a good thing, but it could also be a bad thing too. Then he went on about her clothing... "Overalls... Really?!? You think my taste in clothing is that bad that I would get overalls?!?!" She knew her taste in clothing was different than normal women, but she was far from that, but she would NEVER buy or even try to make overalls, "My style is unique and my own, and I have the right to like, and wear what I please. But if you really want to go along than I suppose you can, since you did give me the card and all." Zona said as she grabbed the neatly folded paper from her pocket, "After you." She said as she gestured to her new house door.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 10, 2014 3:44:50 GMT
Stephen just raised an eyebrow at her as she went on a little tirade about overalls. With a nod, he walked out the door, flashing Jay and Tally a smile before he exited. "The shop is not very far from her. Just down the street. And really, I doubt overalls are bellow your taste."
Post by Zona K. Noakes on Sept 11, 2014 0:53:41 GMT
"Alright." Zona said as she followed him out the door, "You two be good, And don't break anything!!" Zona said to Tilly, who was still sitting by the window, and Jay who was pawing at a cupboard. "Lead the way." Zona said as she shut and locked the door to her new house.
Badger: The cuss you are. Mr. Fox: The cuss am I? Are you cussing with me? Badger: No, you cussing with me? Mr. Fox: Don't cussing point at me! Badger: If you're gonna cuss with somebody, you're not gonna cuss with me, you little cuss! Mr. Fox: You're not gonna cuss with me! -Fantastic Mr.Fox (2009)
Post by Stephen Leland on Sept 11, 2014 20:28:49 GMT
Stephen waited for her to finish up and nodded once she was done. He headed towards central square "I will not be able to upkeep the house, that much I trust you can do on your own. I might have to ask you a favor in the future. You do not have to answer this future favor, but I would appreciate it if you did" he stated casually, the gears in his head turning.
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