Nari-Lanreth

Nari was still considering Astreya’s obvious lack of understanding of the basics of game lore, trying to figure out how someone got stuck in a game like this and seemed so…disconnected?...from the standards of game play, when suddenly the sound of arriving individuals drew her attention. She took one look over the individuals – most of the group wielding straight blades of some sort, adorned with armour that signified connections with what she assumed would be some sort of major political party. It made her realise how little she knew about her home floor – something she would rectify aft

Nari stared in pure amazement for a moment as the health bar and threat indicator appeared above the crystal. She had assumed that the pieces would be immortal objects, purely untouchable through conventional means. Shaking her head, she pulled her spear back, slamming it into one of the blue crystals that hadn’t been hit yet, watching as it exploded beneath her sword art strike. Slowly, she turned to look at Cleo, a mixture of annoyance and surprise on her face. “I…can’t believe it’s this simple. This is not like Cardinal at all…usually it’s something far more complex, far more…well, dea

“Did you pack your lunch?” The question was followed by a squeak of laughter, and a thump as Nari threw a pillow across the room – barely missing its mark and dropping to the floor harmlessly. She threw a scowl at the woman, following the missed projectile. “Yes, mother.” Onóra continued to giggle in response, eliciting another scowl from Nari. She checked over her collection of goods once more – realising that where once she would’ve headed out with a simple collection of pre-made goods, usually junk like food. But Onóra had prepared – or bought, she still wasn’t one hundred percent sure

“I’ve been thinking that maybe I would take a break from-“ The incoming alert interrupted her words, and Nari glanced down, realising she had received a message from another NPC – this one named Poseidon – bringing a groan from her. “Trouble in paradise?” Onóra asked from her spot on the counter. She had leaned up against the wall, her one leg hanging over the edge, while her left leg curled inwards. She’d donned a simple black turtleneck, and brown leggings, with emerald green socks – an outfit that Nari wouldn’t herself be caught dead in, but that somehow fit the other woman perfectly.

Nari approached Abdullah, half listening as the NPC spoke about the creature terrorising the area, and the need to defeat it – and how he was graciously not charging them for the information he was providing. ‘How kind of you…’ As soon as the dialogue for the quest appeared, she pawed the accept key, before turning back to the group. “Any final questions for the generous man who’s not charging us to help the town?” Her eyes passed over the three quickly, before realising she probably looked rather imposing, and forcing a smile upon her face. She waited a few moments before turning an

Nari blushed at the older man’s words. She hadn’t considered those words to be filled with wisdom, they had just seemed logical to her – obvious, in a way. Bowing her head slightly, she’ll nudge Yuki, bringing the fox to wakeful attention before nodding towards the open area beyond the front porch. “Ready for this?” She’ll pull another treat out of her pouch, holding it up towards the fox’s nose. Giving her a moment to sniff it, she’ll wait until the fox begins to pull its head forward in an attempt to grab the treat, before tossing it into the grass. Watching as the fox goes to collect i

“I don’t think we’re meant to keep up with them. I think that’s the key, to the familiars. They correspond with our personalities on exact opposites – fitting, in a way. I don’t know that I could ever relax like Yuki does, she sleeps most of her days away – or pretends to. All the while, I’m about doing something, either working in the forge, questing, levelling…anything to keep myself moving.” She’ll reach up and scratch the fox on the top of the head, a squeak of annoyance, followed by a chirp of acceptance the only response from the fox. “But I think that’s why we work so well together…I le

Nari could tell that there was something holding back Koga’s normal politeness – he still gave her a nod, but nothing more. She thought for a few moments, listening as Astreya spoke, taking in the information and placing it aside for review in a few moments – first, she knew there was something she needed to do. As soon as the girl had started moving towards the lake, Nari let herself lag back ever so slightly, waiting until Astreya had begun to call out to the individual on the lake itself. Holding up a hand, she turned to Koga, stepping in his way and blocking his route forward. Immedia

Nari’s gaze roamed over the room in question at Cleo’s question. She had no idea where they were, only how they had come to be here. It took her a moment to catch sight of the alert that appeared above the pylon, but as soon as she saw it, she stood and wandered over to read it. Cocking her head, she’ll turn to Cleo, waiting for the girl to right herself and join Nari. “Any ideas? Clearly, we need to turn off…something. I assume the pylon, or maybe the crystals? I’m guessing mechanism hidden somewhere around here. Hopefully not under that.” She’ll point back towards the collapsed ceiling

Turning to look at Astreya, Nari will nod at her words, a small smile slowly spreading across her face. “All the way, all the time. Together. Yeah, I can do that… it’ll certainly make Onóra happy to know you’re making sure I come home.” Turning her attention back to the garden before her, she’ll dig her fingers into the dirt for a while, falling silent as she considers the last time she had been in the garden. It had been so relaxing, just the two of them… Standing suddenly, she’ll smile over at Astreya, giving a quick wink and adopting an extremely mischievous look as she coughs onc

Nari was already impressed with the progress she had made with Yuki. It wasn’t as quick as she would have liked it to be, but the little fox had already gotten the basics down. She glanced beyond Yuki, and noticed that Oji and Soup had decided to take a break from the rigorous training to relax a bit – or in Soup’s case, run off a ton of energy that had been pent up. Smiling as she rose, she held out her hand for Yuki to leap into, the fox quickly snuggling into her shoulders, settling into its general curled form. Wandering towards the bench Oji was sitting on, she’ll lean against the ho

Nari’s hands resumed their searching, giving her the distraction she needed to organise what Astreya had said, and to figure out what it meant to her. She knew one thing for sure, and as she voiced her response, it was said with conviction. “I do not fear death, for I am the bringer of it. What I fear, is the loss that I will leave for others. If my time in this world – and the one outside of it – has come to an end, then I will meet Death with arms open, as a long lost friend returning home.” Her voice was filled with a tinge of something bordering on despair, but the words were strong

The cold, emotionless visage had dropped from Nari the moment Dustin had backed off. As she glanced a Freyd – now converted to…a woman?...she caught sight of Dustin pulling the treats out, and she had to resist the urge to rush over to grab one. The exchange between Astreya and Dustin went wholly ignored – although she did remember engaging in something similar recently with another. “He doesn’t know for sure, he’s taking a guess, based on the facts that we do have. And likely correlating it with how these games usually work, pulling on lore and ideologies from real life, to integrate in

Nari nodded, remaining silent for a few moments as her hands continued to pull at the dirt before her. The words rang true – similar words to her own, about being on the frontlines for those who couldn’t be there themselves. It had long been a goal for Nari, something she had aspired to. But…recently, things had changed. She had changed. She wasn’t sure how to vocalise it at first, and found herself wordless while she considered the situation – taking in Astreya’s words, and deciphering them, trying to find the meaning behind them, and how it related to what she wanted to say herself. “I

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The creature was lost in a frenzy of rage as it rushed towards her, seeing the calmness of her stance, of her emotionless face, the control of her very breathing. Nari waited as it approached, before pushing the spear forward – catching the creature in the face and watching its expression turn from hatred and rage, to confusion and fear. Nari remained still, staring at the creature intently in its eyes, before whisper to it. “Have you made your peace with Death? For I have, and although I will make them wait, you will find yourself before them now…” Her voice was steady as she spoke, but

As the creature rushed towards her, Nari pushed the spear forward, letting it sail through her hand and leave her grasp. It flew true, slamming into the chest of the creature and causing it to scream in pain and surprise. Not wanting to give it an advantage, Nari rushed forward in an attempt to slam her shield into the creature and finish it off for good. Her rush was halted as her spear returned to her, piercing through her left hip and causing her to stumble. Pulling it out, she spun the spear around, letting herself limp to the side slightly in an attempt to feint the creature towards

The hand slammed into her out of nowhere, driving the breath from her as she felt herself thrown backwards. Tumbling, she came to a stop several paces away from where she had been, her head spinning as she forced herself back to her feet. Her spear had fallen just within reach, and she slowly collected it, trying to focus on the room and bring everything back to bearing. The creature seemed to be laughing at her, from where it had slammed into her, the sound causing the room to spin more for Nari. “Where is your strength now, pitiful creature?! Is that the best you can do?! You’ll never d

The opening had been a feint, and Nari felt herself pushed back as her shield caught the sudden slam of the shadow form’s arm – thankfully managing to deflect the blow off and to the side, causing her little more than surprise. Her own attack, however, had been pulled short, and she found herself quickly being forced backwards. Gritting her teeth, she side stepped again, getting out of the creature’s main line of attack, trying to find a place where it couldn’t reach her. “You may be small and agile, but I will catch you. And when I do, I will show you how weak, how pathetic, how vulnerab

The shadow form let loose a scream as Nari’s blade pierced it, the thorns hidden within exploding outwards and shattering parts of its form. She pulled the spear back, taking a single step back to give herself space as the creature lashed out – missing her by the barest of hairs. She felt the calmness wash over her, as she side stepped to her left, bringing her shield up and ducking another unsuccessful swipe from the creature. “I will not fall to your despair. I will return to those I love, and I will prove to you that I can change. That I can become who I should be. I have chosen my pat

“Not anymore. You…you haven’t changed! Not in the least! You still only care about others!” The creature spat the words with a venomous tone that didn’t match Onóra’s appearance at all. Nari took a step towards it, watching as it retreated in kind, its hands raising as if it was expecting to be attacked. She hardened her gaze, staring the creature in the eyes. “No. I have others whom I must think about now…others, who rely on me to return. I can’t…I can’t let them down. I can’t fail them…it’s no longer just about me.” She stared at the creature wearing Onóra’s skin, before whispering the

The words hit Nari like a slap, the truth behind them so clear to her. Her entire purpose had been to ensure others returned home safely – to ensure that the fight continued for those who were trapped here. But she had never taken that consideration for herself; always fighting for the players around her, willing to give everything to make sure they could escape this hell. “I just…I want…I want to save…” She choked back the words. She was going to say that she wanted to save her, to save everyone…but she knew that the point was her willingness to give up on herself, in order to do that.

She stepped through the portal, and found herself in a place she’d never been before. Around her, was what appeared to be the inside of a cabin – or a cottage. She could see a collection of chairs, a couch – behind her a small kitchenette and a hallway that lead down to a bedroom, barely visible. The walls reminded her of a log cabin, and through the windows she could see snow falling on the trees outside. A slow spin around confirmed for her that this place wasn’t from her memories. “No, you’ve not been here. Yet…” Nari’s entire body frozen in place as she recognised the voice. Her eyes

Nari’s eyes closed as the daemon exploded into shards, leaving her alone once again. She felt the beating of her heart calm, as if a pressure was released from it. She wondered, for a brief moment, if she would be free of the pain and suffering she had put herself through, held on to, since the encounter in the tournament. Opening her eyes, she saw the door before her again, the black void calling out to her. She knew this was far from over, and yet – a small piece of her hoped that she was done with this, that the door would somehow lead her back to the small pond beneath the waterfall.

She held her ground, watching as the thing paced back and forth, eyeing her up. It tried a few feints, falling back before Nari could retaliate in kind. She wasn’t enjoying this stand off, the longer it went on, the more she felt the dread returning. She knew – in her heart – the only way to truly forgive herself was to end this, to do what she had tried to do in the tournament. The sudden memory of it reached her – buried deep within for so long, and she felt her guard drop for the briefest of moments. “I…remember. What I did. I tried to defeat you then – not you, but what you represente