july mingle

[stellafortunamods]

July Mingle
Welcome to Teyvat - a vast magical world of adventure.
It's time. For the sake of its future, Liyue must face unrest and a trial from the divine.

The Rite of Descension goes horribly awry, plunging the bustling harbour city into unrest and apprehension. You, Traveler, already know of the plan - but the people don't, and a good portion of them are unable to envision a world without their god. However, there are also those in Liyue who see this as an opportunity to show mortal strength. Give them your support, and the city will realize that they can move forward into the era of humanity.

While the Liyue Qixing scramble to investigate Rex Lapis' assassination, the funerary rites still have to be prepared. For this purpose Wangsheng Funeral Parlour is seeking the help of Travelers and locals alike - ritual implements, flowers, and peripherals all have to be gathered for the ceremony, and the Lord of Geo would expect only the best materials to be used. As for who's footing the bill... well, it's a good thing that you've got divine backing this time.

For those who mingle with the Fatui, they would find out that the Snezhayan 'diplomats' have begun to make a move on Guyun Stone Forest. The islands are a place where the remains of old gods have come to rest, and they are under the order of the Cryo Archon to unseal a demon god from where it had been pinned beneath the waves. As for how... it's a closely guarded secret, but travelers would be told that it is a blessing from the Tsaritsa that allows them to do so. There's no way for you to prevent it, only to prepare for battle when the inevitable comes. Such is the rules in a chess game that pits gods against each other, and against Celestia.

What will you do?

State of the World

The majority of activities for the first two weeks of July are set in Liyue and surrounding areas to gather rare historic materials for a god's funeral. Each of the special items needed for the Rite of Parting require hard work to be obtained. Characters will also be forewarned that they will need to face the Lord of the Vortex, Osial, very soon. Forneus' intention is for humanity to triumph against the god by joining forces with the Adepti and fighting together. As for what happens to Osial - should it be defeated, Forneus will ensure that it will never rise to menace Liyue again by erasing it from existence.

The success of this operation hinges on you all. Good luck.

Please direct all questions to July's OOC post!

Comments

[nefilim]

[She'll just drag her hands down her face with a groan, now sufficiently embarrassed.]

I can just imagine them being really smug about this.

[Though homesickness is kicking in now that it's settled in that she really is separated from Phanes and her friends, but she tries not to dwell on that. Instead keeping her hands over her cheeks and giving Forneus a wry smile.]

I'll... Need to tell a few select people about it. But thanks.

[stellafortunamods]

No problem.

[ There's a glimmer of amusement in his eyes, but nothing more than that. ]

It's good, yknow. Having someone to keep you company and be there for you. It's especially important for immortals like you. And them.

[nefilim]

[Her expression softens a little now, her hands dropping from where they were hiding her red cheeks - now just absently rubbing at that sigil again.]

Mm, I know. They were alone for so long, so I want to be there for them now... [Wait. She flusters once more, coughing quietly to hide the awkward.]

A-anyway, maybe you'll meet them one day. I think you two would get along.

[Which is a terrifying thought.]

[stellafortunamods]

( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

[ ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) ]

Don't worry. As I've said... I do know everything. I'm too nice to be any sort of judgmental towards you.

[nefilim]

Okay, how are you saying that? How am I even hearing it?!

[The meme power is just that strong.]

But, thanks. I know it's an odd choice considering my previous... attitude.

[Why kill Gods when you can date them, etc etc]

[stellafortunamods]

[ Forneus sighs, though it's a fond sigh. ]

We're too far removed from the run-of-the-mill human to ever truly be able to open our hearts to them. So, I don't blame you. After all, it's hard to find someone who can understand your perspective.

[nefilim]

[He is right, even if she wouldn't say it out loud. What human could really understand them? Understand her?]

It really is, huh? So much would be impossible for a human to fathom...

[Now she heaves a sigh of her own, planting her hands on her hips.]

But I guess that makes it even more worth it. When you can find someone who can understand.

[stellafortunamods]

[ Forneus chuckles, giving her a hearty slap on the shoulder. ]

That's the spirit.

[nefilim]

[Since she's still got a squishy human body, that gets a quiet "oof" from her. But she still chuckles a little as well.]

So I take it I've gotten your blessing? Not too sure how courting a god is meant to go, after all.

[She's kidding. But also who knows how actually courting a god goes, especially one that's Really Fucking Old.]

[stellafortunamods]

Yeah. And if they do anything weird, I'll prob be able to get on their ass.

[ You know, being a multidimensional existence and all. ]

[nefilim]

Aha, so I can count on you to protect my virtue!

[Says the fallen angel.]

But don't worry. They're kind of an ass, but I trust them.

[stellafortunamods]

Alright. I trust you too.

[ ??? ]

Now, is there anything else you'd like to ask me?

[nefilim]

Huh, you didn't trust me already? I'm hurt.

[Says the woman who punches him on a regular basis

... Actually...]

There is one thing I want to know.

[She seems almost serious about this, hands on her hips as she stares straight at him. Because this is clearly a serious topic.]

What is with you letting me punch you? I imagine you could just kick me out or block me, but you don't.

[stellafortunamods]

[ Forneus laughs ]

Because you find it cathartic, no?

[nefilim]

Well, yeah.

[Zero hesitation or denial.]

But you even encouraged it sometimes! Are you like... one of those types?

[Now that she thinks about it, Phanes seemed to never mind her getting mad at them either.......]

[stellafortunamods]

Eh... like an M? Nah. I'm just an employer who takes into consideration their employees' feelings.

[ .｡*ﾟ+.*.｡(❁´◡`❁)｡.｡:+* ]

[nefilim]

Hmm, yeah... See, I was wondering if that's an old god thing.

[Somewhere across dimensions, Phanes gets the feeling Ana is roasting them. Just a little.]

But I appreciate the consideration all the same.

[stellafortunamods]

You know, the 'god' part of me is just my job. I'm not really a god as a species.

[ He's actually serious about this, contrary to his usual playful demeanour. ]

I'm more of a traveler, though the span of my stays tend to be much longer than most.

[nefilim]

Mmm, my bad. I guess it's more of an old person thing, then.

[Since Phanes, while a god, isn't technically one themselves. Not in the more modern usage of the word, anyway.]

Maybe when this is all over, you should try to come visit sometime before you take your rest. Phanes would be happy to meet a fellow old folk.

[stellafortunamods]

When all this is over...

[ Forneus looks into the middle distance. ]

How strange that time seems to slow to a crawl now that I'm actually anticipating something. Well, figuratively speaking. At least I'll be able to enjoy it this time.

[nefilim]

[Anticipating, huh? Now she understands how he feels though, even if only a little more than she did before.]

You... must've been very tired.

[But she won't try to deter him. Phanes only choose otherwise because it's what they wanted, and she would expect the same from Forneus.]

But at least you have our amazing company for now. I doubt the time until then will be anything boring.

[stellafortunamods]

Of course. I'm having a lot of fun as it is.

[ He gives her a smile, and it seems like his usual trickster mask is firmly back on. ]

A good part of it is thanks to you.

[nefilim]

[That gets her brows to raise, before she gives him a wry grin in return.]

Now you're just trying to be flattering. Or was I the only person who actually gave you trouble?

[stellafortunamods]

What if I say yes?

[ He's gonna get punched, is what ]

[nefilim]

[Of course.

It's almost automatic at this point, even with her being "away" for 7 months. The fist is already coming towards his head as she complains.]

You aren't meant to say it! You're supposed to be like - [Cue really bad attempt at copying Forneus' voice.] - "Oh no Ana, you are the highlight of our time here, it would be so boring without you!"