Nari-Lanreth

Although there was no immediate success in her search, Nari was content just to walk through the brush with Yuki on her shoulder, the small winter fox’s presence somehow calming and comforting her. She chatted with the fox as she went – an entirely one-sided conversation about her work, explaining about how she had begun her craft as a blacksmith and was continuing it in the hopes of one day opening a successful business to provide to the frontliners. Although it provided no response in a verbal manner, Nari felt as though the fox somehow understood her, and that the faces it was giving

Nari glanced in the direction that Astreya had pointed, a sudden serious look coming over her face. She drew the sword that had been sheathed on her hip, letting it swing in her left hand, testing its balance. Her right arm pulled up her shield, and she felt herself naturally take her combative stance – the shield before her with the blade levelled horizontally across its top. Suddenly remembering she wasn’t alone, she felt her eyes redden slightly, the embarrassment thankfully not reaching her face – likely due to the focus on it. Her heart had already calmed itself, settling into a slo

Spending a little while longer working through the forge with Yuki, Nari eventually felt the work beginning to get to her. Determined not to waste more materials than absolutely necessary, she put away her tools and collected the small winter fox. Donning a light cape for warm, as well as her arms and armour, she strode out into the darkness with the fox clutching onto her shoulders, determining that she should head into the areas outside of the city in search of something to continue her craft – for what better activity was there for a blacksmith than finding the materials required to continu

Nari watched as NIGHT strode off into the distance, the ping at the friend request hovering in the air beside her, unnoticed as she tried to figure out exactly what had just occurred. Bismuth’s sudden voice in the air caught her attention, jarring her back to awareness. Seeing the friend request, Nari jabbed the accept button, her finger carrying through beyond it and causing her to lose balance for a split second. Righting herself and glancing around to see who all had noticed, she scurred back to her searching, desperate to be done with this quest – and to put aside everything that had

Nari watched the girl spinning along the path ahead of her, a slight smile coming to her lips – one that seemed to be simple…joy? Her eyes followed the graceful movements of her guide, listening as the girl continued to prattle on – something that would normally cause Nari a headache, but now seemed…enjoyable. She was wondering about the oddness of it all, how this single person was having such a positive effect on her when normally she would be driven away by something like this. It truly made Nari wonder if there was something more to it all… "So like, did you still wanna hang out after

Nari gave Koga a sidelong glance as he turned his attention back to her. She wasn’t sure what to make of all this – first he had explained how this Alkor was nearly impossible to face…then focus on the fight and not whom you were fighting? Then there was Astreya – Iris – whom she had…well, the girl had said that Nari was taking it too seriously, and that she needed to relax a bit. ‘Am I taking it too serious? It is just a fun fight after all…but what’s the point of engaging if you don’t give it everything you’ve got?’ Nari pondered their advice as the two turned to speak with others. It w

Her heart fluttered slightly as Astreya spoke about feeling special to be one of Nari’s friends – something she had a hard time agreeing with. ‘I’m sure I’ve heard-“ The words in her mind came to a sudden halt as Astreya called out from behind her, and Nari felt a tingling sensation in her mind just a split second before the girl wrapped her arms around her in a tight hug. The colour drained from Nari’s face as she felt the warm touch of the younger girl – her knees going weak and the sudden battle to hold up both of their weight. She felt, for a moment, as if she was going to buckle

Nari felt her eyes shifting across the forested area as Astreya led her onwards. The younger girl – who made a show of being comfortable and calm – seemed to be misreading Nari’s nerves, somehow thinking that the walk through the forest, or the quest itself, had Nari in edge. Nari wouldn’t admit it aloud – not yet, at least, but it was something entirely – ‘Did she just say friend?’ Nari’s feet will come to a sudden stop as her mind processes the words the younger girls was spitting out at her. The tip of her nose, and the cheeks on her face turning a soft red colour. “You… cons

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Nari found her forge ready and waiting for her as she shuffled in. She couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride and happiness at it having been tidied up. Although her success the previous day had been… limited, she was ready to give the work another try. With Yuki shuffling off her should to go sit by the forge’s glowing fire, Nari picked up the materials she’d be using today, before grabbing her hammer and settling into position. As the banging rang out through the shop, Nari felt a slight amount of peace wash over her – even if she wasn’t successful, she was learning so much here,

Yuki nudged her arm once more, as if trying to get Nari to raise it again. Uncertain, but willing to experiment – she didn’t really have anything to lose doing so – she lifted her arm again. The fox nudged her again, this time almost seeming to attempt to push her arm sideways slightly. Nari gave in, shifting her arm slightly outwards. The movement seemed to please Yuki, who settled back into her shoulder. Unsure what it all meant, Nari let the hammer fall, bringing it ringing down on the material. Slowly, the piece began to shift and form – taking the form of the image that she had held

Once her meal – if it could be called that – was completed, Nari turned, facing the forge around her. She had begun cleaning up before they had left, and the hammer that she had simply tossed aside suddenly caught her eye. Moving to it, she picked up the hammer, hefting it in her left hand and feeling the weight of it. Glancing towards the anvil, she thought about how much more work still needed to be done around here. ‘But…perhaps I should try crafting a piece or two. I do need some more stock for the store…’ She couldn’t argue with the voice in her head. The argument was sound, she coul

Nari couldn’t believe what was going on. This…this whole thing had…she was never going to recover from this, emotionally. Taking comfort in NIGHT’s touch for the time it lasted, Nari knew that eventually this would have to end. Taking a deep breath, she forced herself from the girl’s grasp. “I – I…realise…another time. This has been…” Her words faltered for a moment as she wondered what this had been. “Can I add you to my…friend’s list?” Perhaps it wasn’t much, but…well, it was a step forward. Even if it came out to nothing – maybe she could find someone like herself someone who she

‘Well, that’s…that’s an interesting development. I wonder if you can learn any specific tricks…’ Nari spent a while playing around with Yuki – attempting to teach the small fox a number of different tricks and games. It didn’t take long for Nari to run out of treats to provide for Yuki – but the small fox didn’t seem overly upset, willing to continue so long as Nari gave her attention for doing so. Nari had lost track of time as she played with Yuki in the park – the everlasting darkness giving no sign of the day slowly passing, and as such it was many hours later that they wandered back

Nari felt her throat stick as the other woman spoke. She couldn’t deny the words – she felt like she was reading more into this than what was actually there. Nari felt herself waiver for a moment, ready to fold in on herself once more. Something within her though, seemed to almost kindle. She knew… “But…what if I want…to be fine together…” The whispered words were out of her mouth before she knew what she was saying, and she felt herself physically reel back as she understood what she had just done. Her grip releasing NIGHT’s, she felt her hands shoot up and cover her mouth, her eyes wide

As the two wandered the floor’s residential area, Nari began pointing out the different types of homes to Yuki – checking the fox’s reaction to what was pointing out, and making a note of what the fox seemed to like or dislike. She wasn’t entirely sure that she was reading the reactions right, but she also had nothing to base off of to say she was wrong either. Eventually, she came to the end of the area, and found herself facing an open garden area. Glancing around, she saw very few others out and about, and decided that relaxing for a while might not be a bad idea. Finding a cozy spot

Nari had begun to spend more and more time within the confines of the forge – not only did it give her a break from the many interactions required beyond the closed door, but it also provided her the opportunity to perfect her craft, and prepare her store. She couldn’t go opening, and not have anything in stock after all. Today, she had something new in mind – something fresh and exciting. She was aware that although she herself strode around in the heaviest of pieces, many others preferred something more manoeuvrable. As such, she had determined that she needed to cater to needs beyond h

Nari will stare at NIGHT’s outstretched hand for a moment, her eyes seeming to waver and water slightly. A range of emotions will play across the woman’s face – still flushed in embarrassment from the entire encounter – before taking on a stoic, reserved expression. Her bottom lip quivering, Nari will speak softly as she raises her hand to grasp NIGHT’s proffered grip. “It’s…it’s nice to meet you…NIGHT. I’m – well, you know me.” Nari’s voice quivering, she’ll pause for a moment before continuing, a sudden expression of shock on her face and in her words. “D-did you say I’m fine? I’m…anyth

Nari’s attention focused on Koga, she’ll barely notice the newcomer arriving to the conversation. Between her original encounter with him – something that would live in her mind forever – and what he had just said about her opponent had driven her awareness of everything going on around her away. “Fight… as those everything depends on it…” Nari mumbled the words as she thought it over. Looking up into Koga’s eyes, Nari – with a determination in her eyes and an emotionless face – will say, “I understand. If that is how he fights, then I will certainly give it everything I have.” Noddi

Not quite ready to jump into the game yet, at least not without seeing how it’s played, Nari will take a position behind Astreya, eyeing the movements of the card game. “Uhm… I may… I may join in next… round?” She was fairly sure these things played in rounds. Watching as the cards were dealt out, Nari had to resist the urge to raise her hand as Astreya suddenly called out “Hit me!”, her confusion answered as she was passed another card. A brown haired girl joining the table caught Nari’s eye, her expression one of slight hesitation and lack of enthusiasm at being there. Nari g

“I'm. I'm really sorry, Nari. Um... Are you... doing okay...?” Night’s voice cut through the haze in Nari’s mind. Slowly, as if with exaggeration, Nari turned to face Night. Nari’s eyes were still wide, but she had managed to shut her mouth. Her hands – the left entangled in her hair as she played with it nervously, the right simply hanging by her side – seemed frozen in place. “You’re… you’re sorry? Wh-why are you sorry? You… you didn’t – if anything – I’m sorry. ” In a flash, Nari lept forward, wrapping her arms around the other woman’s frame, pulling her in close and hugging her tight.

Nari felt her mind stop. The thoughts just…stopped. Everything stopped. She was sure the others were continuing to talk – probably even asking her question. But there was only one that stood in the forefront of her consciousness right now. One that was direct at her. "Then what is your type...?" ‘What is…did she just ask?...did she just…’ Nari’s eyes had gone wide, and her mouth had dropped open, moving up and down ever so slightly as she continued to have the questions circling in her mind. She felt herself whirling inwards, the whole situation causing her to shut down entirely. It

Nari felt her spine tingle slightly as the man – Koga, she reminded herself – approached her. His words cut through her as he pointed a finger at her, his tone a hint of anger that Nari knew she had incited. Turning to face him, she brushed her hands against the front of her armour’s skirt, trying to look as apologetic as she could. "You! The fuck you mean I'm 'not really a good choice'!?" “I – I didn’t mean any offence…it’s just…well…you’re a – a guy.” Nari’s face – already flushed, felt like it had gone a deeper colour. She felt herself shrinking into herself the longer Koga stare

Nari will feel herself start to dig her feet in as she remembered exactly where she had encountered Koga before. His appearance – so similar to that man who had led her around the first floor when she was doing that quest. Nari felt her head snap around as she looked for the other woman who had been there. She didn’t see her, but that wasn’t really saying much… “Oh…uhm…hi Koga. Long…long time. How are you?” Nari’s words stuttered a bit as she tried to avoid eye contact with him. She felt a bit embarrassed seeing him, something that she had never quite gotten over yet. She wasn’t sur

Nari found herself wandering the streets of Ronbaru without any real direction or purpose. Yuki, curled up on her shoulders, seemed content to simply relax and watch the few people they passed, and the reflections found within the windows of the buildings lining the street’s sides. Nari could see the little snow fox’s eyes and nose constantly moving anytime she glanced towards the fox, or reflected in the windows of the buildings around them – constantly watching and alert, yet Nari felt it was more based upon an interest in what was around than anything else. Nari took some time to check