Lessa

Red-rimmed eyes went wide as Bahr spoke, then narrowed again. This time, it was Lessa's turn to be confused. "I- what?" Given all of the muddled thoughts splashing about in her brain, that was honestly the best she could come up with. Shaking her head slowly for a few seconds allowed her time to sort her thoughts, but in the end, it didn't do much good. "The confines of the boss' chamber?" Did he really not know what had gone on outside of that boss room? "Uh, hey," she began suddenly, shifting a bit to draw further away from him. "Would you mind if we went inside? We could grab something

"Yup," the blonde responded, motioning in the direction they were already walking. "There's a clearing not too far outside of town. That's where I last heard the quest-giver was camped out. Apparently, she moves around a lot. But if we're lucky, she'll still be there." After only a few minutes of walking, the pair found themselves at the city gate. "This is where the safe zone ends," Lessa explained conversationally, gesturing to the invisible barrier. "I'm not sure how much time you've spent outside the city, considering how little experience you've had. But if you go this way again, make sur

Applying a couple of Bunny Stamps! 1. Stamp acquired from Easter 2020 Event. Item acquired from Vig's Shop. Name: Empress Armor Roll ID: 188108 Item Type: Heavy Armor Tier: 4 Quality: Perfect Enhancements: Heavy Momentum(2), Thorns Description: A pristine set of armor, forged from Star Silver, an empowered variant of Silver that shines like starlight. Its design is powerful yet elegant, with accents of Celtic blue. The wearer will not miss a single attack in vain, and retribution is brought upon all who strike the wearer. After applying the Bunny Stamp, and adding Th

Night fell on the first floor, bringing with it a cool breeze that rolled down the paved streets. While the Town of Beginnings never slept, what with so many people stuck within it's walls, certain areas were more lively than others. Parks swam with people, and cafes and taverns spilled light and sound onto the crowded sidewalks. On the fringes of the city, however, the crowds thinned. For that reason, Lessa was able to move more freely, glancing at each storefront as she passed it. Oscar's hotdog stand stood empty, which didn't bother her any - she didn't look forward to their next interactio

Not a single quest? Roxis certainly wasn't the first she'd ever met who avoided the game for as long as possible, but most had at least attempted the starter quest lines. He had so much to learn, and Lessa was grateful that she'd bumped into him. If nothing else, she could look out for him, and make sure he picked up a level or two before trying anything really dangerous. "It's pretty easy, once you get the hang of it." The woman summoned her HUD with a flick of her wrist, and with a few button-presses, shared the quest with her new companion. "Just hit the little blue button on your pop-

Continuation from exchange here. Though it was silly, Lessa found herself blushing beneath the stranger's praise. "It's really not all that exciting," she told him. "Though I guess if I'm the first crafter you've seen work, this probably looks like sorcery or something." Her smile never wavered, but the woman tilted her head a bit as she studied the young man. How strange it was, that after so many years, someone could appear so completely out of place. Lessa's stomach lurched as she recalled her own fascination with the world, and her wide-eyed awe in the beginning. But that had been so

"I'd heard it moved around," Lessa whispered to no one in particular, "but I guess I didn't realize it actually did." Awestruck, Lessa studied the tidy campsite. Though it looked just the same as the last time she had visited, it was constructed in an entirely different location. A smile bloomed across her lips, and with an appreciative sigh, she said, "That's so cool." As quietly as possible, the swordswoman approached the center of the site. "Hi there," she called out in greeting, though she suspected she would receive no answer. "I'm here for a few more items. I hope that's alright. Th

Arcs ONE Do you understand that we will never be the same again? The future's in our hands and we will never be the same again. TWO Desdemona, won't you liberate me? When I'm haunted by your ancient history. Close these green eyes and watch over as I sleep through my darkest of dreams.

They walked across the tundra together, the Empress and the Gaijin Samurai. Of course, they had known each other far before such titles came into being, and Lessa found that fact oddly comforting. Equally comforting was the gentle, rolling way with which he told his tale. It was far from monotone, but it also avoided being loud overly expressive, either. Somewhere in between, she decided. This was not a parent telling a child a story. Rather, this was a friend confiding in a friend. A mentor teaching a pupil. And once he had concluded sharing his memory, Lessa found herself oddly disappointed

He was there, and the relief that exploded from her lips came on a hard sigh as her body crashed into his. Tremors racked through her, and though her legs went to jell-o, the snowy-haired swordsman supported her. Just as he always does. The hand he pressed to her neck was cool, a welcome relief to the hot sweat that had broken out over her flushed skin. She focused on it, and the force with which he possessively held her against him. She focused on the rapid-fire beat of his racing heart as she screwed her eyes closed. She focused on the familiar smell of him, and the sensation of his cot

The jingle of the bells at her door was something she hadn’t heard in a while. Even as the stranger stepped inside, Lessa stepped away from her forge and behind the counter. In that simple movement, she shifted from blacksmith to saleswoman. As she expected a mere traveler, she was startled when he requested her by name. ”I’m Lessa,” she answered with a grin. “It’s a pleasure to meet you.” When the man explained his vision, Lessa nodded. “Sure, I can do that for you no problem. Just hang on one sec.” A couple minutes later, she returned with his sword. “It’s only a rare, but it shoul

She woke to a tongue on her face. "Stoppp," Lessa murmured groggily, though a small, coy smile curled across her chapped lips. If he wanted to wake her up with sloppy kisses, who was she to refuse? It was only when Bahr began to whimper in a strangely animalistic way that the woman finally blinked open her eyes. Even through the sleep gunk, she managed to make out the hairy face of, not Bahr, but Riker. Eyes like crushed stars bore into her, swirling with an oddly intense concern. With each heavy pant, he blasted her with hot breath and spittle. Disgust and disappointment crashed thr

Name: Black Bastion Your Profession: Blacksmith Your Rank: 6 ID: 188321 Roll: 11 Item Type: 2HSS Tier: 1 Quality: Rare Enhancements: ACC | ACC Description: A long two-handed black bladed sword with carvings in it. Post Link: https://www.sao-rpg.com/topic/4366-wild-rose-forge/page/6/?tab=comments#comment-639225

Lessa slipped into the shop, and closed the door as softly behind her as possible. On more than one occasion, she had barged into a shop while it's keeper and a customer were mid-conversation, and the jarring interruption had been both disruptive and embarrassing. As such, the woman had taken to entering stores a bit more discreetly, even if the shopkeep knew she was coming. This time, however, she found herself alone in the neat, tidy space. "Must have missed him," she whispered, taking a moment to sweep over the displays before venturing to the front desk. There, tucked away on a shelf, was

Rank 6 Lessa used Crafter's Respite (ID: 159187) acquired here. Craft Attempts: ID CD LD Mats Lost EXP Gained Result 188321 11 7 1 5 Rare 188322 11 7 1 5 Rare 188323 8 10 1 3 Uncommon 188324 9 11 1

A soft "oh" escaped Lessa as Baldur tugged her in for an unexpected hug. Why had the gesture surprised her so much? Baldur had been one of the first in Aincrad to embrace her, so it shouldn't startle her now. Still, given the years that had rolled out between them, she found herself endlessly wondering where she stood with him. Based on the hug, nothing had changed. Why did she feel the need to overanalyze where he was concerned? Why did her brain insist on sabotaging something so genuine and simple as their friendship? So the woman simply wrapped her arms around him and returned the hug.

His entrance was a dramatic one, even if he had not intended it that way. Something about Baldur simply commanded attention, and so simply showing up meant "making an entrance." In this instance, his blue and white haori seemed to simply materialize among the ever-shifting curtain of snow. Today, Mother Nature herself had contributed to his flashy arrival. Or, more appropriately, whoever had coded the weather on the fourth floor, had. Aincrad was tricky that way. When his greeting reached her, the blonde broke into a grin. "Ohayo yourself," she responded, expression and words warm enough

Current Level: 65 Current SP: 318 Link to SP Tracking: [link] Item Upgrades: 2.6 | PRE-CONVERSION 3.0 | UPGRADED ITEM #1 Item Name: Jigoku rÅzu [Hell Rose] Item ID: N/A Item Tier: T1 Item Type: 2HSS Item Rarity: Perfect Item Enhancements: DMG | DMG | DMG Description: A two handed Claymore with a razor like edge, it glows a red hue that imbues the wielder extra power. It was modeled after Joan of Arc and her blade except on a larger scale. I

NIGHT | Approved. Total EXP: 654250 Total SP: 210 Current Level: 31 Paragon Level: 57 Unlocked Paragon Rewards: Lv. 5 | Gain additional col equivalent to 10% of EXP earned in that thread. Lv. 10 | +3% EXP Gain. Lv. 25 | Gleaming Scale (3), Equipment Change Ticket (1), Free SP Reset (1) Lv. 50 | Custom Sword Art/Skill Creation. Notes: None

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You wake in your own bed. While it may be a bit hazy at first, the events of the previous evening come rushing back - either you were among those on the Frontlines, or you bore witness to the horror of a vast darkness, an unrelenting storm. In both cases, the last thing you remember is being swallowed up by shadows. Effect on Lore The World Aincrad has reverted back to optimal settings. Any damage caused by the storm's influence (in Storm of Shadows) has been corrected. All NPCs will recall the horrible storm, but they all remember survivin

[3.0] Quest/Floor/Lore FAQ To ease the transition from 2.6 to 3.0, all questions regarding quests, floor, or general lore will be handled here. Post your queries in this thread, and check the below list to see if an answer has already been provided. Q: I have a bunch of threads started before the 3.0 update! How long do I have to finish them? A: The big cut-off date for 2.6 threads is July 1st. All quests, raids, events, sub-dungeons, and grinding threads, must be completed by that date. Anything submitted after will only receive standard thread rewards (EXP and col for length).

Lessa made every effort to close the door quietly behind her. She wasn't entirely sure why, but something about the grand, dignified house required a certain level of respect and reverence. Still, the click of the latch bolt seemed to echo in the foyer. Wincing, the blonde slowly turned around. "Sorry," she whispered automatically, then nearly toppled over with surprise when she saw she was being watched. "I, uh- my bad. About the door, I mean." Thumb extended, she gestured over her shoulder toward the front door, which really hadn't been that loud in hindsight. It was all nerves. Why in