Post by Cloverheart ✿ on Feb 28, 2017 7:37:19 GMT -5
Valentine let out a sigh of relief, silently thanking everyone she could. "I-I'm alright, thank you." She had now gained control of herself, thankful that he wasn't paying attention to her stuttering. Val glanced over at the benches when they had arrived, amazed by the serenity of the place. "If you want, you can set me down. I think I'll be okay on one of the benches." She commented, looking up at Ian.
"I wouldn't know. I haven't been on a quest before and I haven't even been at camp for that long." Naomi replied to Sanaa's earlier comment keeping her arms crossed. Naomi rolled her eyes looking annoyed with her girlfriend.
"Of course, I know you well enough that regardless of what you say you still don't trust him" Naomi glanced over at Ian and pointed at him, as if to further express her point. "But fine, whatever. We can continue this later, since we don't have the time to fight over this!" Naomi said, narrowing her eyes and then turning away from Sanaa. Although she didn't move away she was clearly still displeased. Citrine Alethea looked surprised, "...You found the hide out?" she glanced back at her sibling looking almost relieved. "..Thats great, and by that...you mean after tommorow we should be able to stop the disappearances...Right?" Alethea looked up hopeful. If that was true...then, then she had to join in. Of course, Alethea also had to admit she WAS the daughter of Nike..I mean c'mon she's pretty great at winning if she did say so her self. (ALethea tone it down, I know your glad to be back in action but your ego is showing)
"And what makes you think I'm not up to fighting! I've never felt better! What's important is whats the plan? We ARE attacking a goddesses hideout, you better have something amazing planned if you even what the slightest chance for victory." Alethea asked. She ducked into the cabin quickly before returning with a notebook, on the front was the word Battle although messy and barely readable. Citrine
Ian grinned, setting Val down on one of the benches with a shrug. He straightened his neckerchief out a little, giving her a thumbs-up. "Would be a pity if you fainted on us, right?" he asked. Seconds later after saying that, Ian let himself drop onto the bench as well, letting out a small breath. "Maaaan, you guys have exciting lives!" he added as an afterthought.
Sanaa turned her gaze away from Naomi, not about to give in, either. Whatever had gotten into Naomi, Sanaa wasn't going to discuss it now. She knew how dangerous prophecies could be, so it was natural to be suspicious of Ian. Still, she walked over to the other bench, sitting down. "Alright. So, after we've somehow gotten into the place, what do you think will happen? Does anybody actually believe Apollo will just pop out dramatically... on another note that sounds exactly like him if Asher's anything to go by."
Nick smirked a little when she returned wih the notebook. Now they were talking. "Yes, we found it," he said. "The problem is, it seems to be mainly a tunnel system as it's an abandoned giant ants' nest, which in turn makes it impossible to map out before we attack." Of course Nick could've looked into it, but he knew that he was in no condition to shadow travel away from danger in case he was ambushed. "So, we have to be careful with the whole attack."
He glanced at her notebook. "I take it you're often part in planning battles?"
Post by Cloverheart ✿ on Feb 28, 2017 18:05:00 GMT -5
Valentine nodded in thanks as he set her down, returning his thumbs up with a slightly exaggerated wink for effect. "Don't we?" She chuckled, swinging her legs. Although she was less tired than before, she still wished there was a pond she could leap into. Ah, that would be great. Shaking her head, Val looked up at Ian. For a split second, just a moment, she thought of Alex. Was it over? She was constantly tormented by her unrequited love, and could barely talk to him without bringing it up in her mind. But when she thought of him, looking at Ian.. it didn't really matter, just for a moment.
Ian nodded to Val with a grin, then set his attention to Sanaa, watching her curiously. "Who's Asher?" he asked, tilling his head a little. Didn't sound like a god they had run into, so he figured he was at their camp.
Sanaa let out a dramatic sigh. "My half-brother on my father's side, Apollo. He's insufferable for the most part, not to mention egotistical and arrogant." She paused after her rant, frowning a little. "For the most part, that is. I suppose... he has his nice moments." Sanaa looked actually pained saying that. Something like this she would never say to Asher's face, otherwise she would have to punch him seconds later for him replying with some stupid comment.
"Especially," she added. "Especially when it's about my other half-brother on my mother's side. Though, then again they are dating. It sounds weird, but they're not related at all. Honestly, my life is weird, please don't ever bring it up because I question my life when it's brought up." It was weird for her to imagine, but totally fine from any other angle. The whole god stuff made her head hurt at times if she was being honest with herself.
Ian nodded slowly. "Wait, they're dating?" he asked after a second, sounding a little surprised, only to blush a little seconds later. "Sorry, that wasn't meant to sound bad at all...."
"Unfortunately," Sanaa answered, but didn't sound all that serious. "Means I've got to deal with him even outside of the camp. Either way, the point is, I expect my father to be very similar to him." She gave a quick glance Val's way, trying to see if she could do anything to help her strength return, but decided against giving her nectar. If it came to a fight they'd need all of it.
Nathan nodded in agreement, "Ill keep first watch..." he said though he sounded like he wasn't going to give it up that easily as he was the latest of kidnapped campers so he had the most rest out of all them probably and he didn't mind keeping watch for awhile anyway besides the fact his eyes wanted to close shut but that could only be from the stress the illusions had put on him and everyone here.
Henry had been currently heading towards the Nike Cabin to hopefully see his girlfriend who was watching over you hers campers which he understood completely but he did miss the morning runs they did plus just being with her and on his way over did he see Alethea talking with Nick that he of course listened in thanks to his high curiosity plus him being quite nosy, "Need any help with the plan?" He sort of jumped into the conversation when he got closer and he wanted to know if his cabin could help out at all.
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"Hmm...my favorite memory? I have too many to count,but i guess, it would be the memory of meeting all you and making friends here on the forums. :3" ”One day I’m going to sit down and make a list of all the books that I finished reading....” “It's going to be a long list...”
Ok so really short recap: Quest group: sent an Iris message to Nick, now they're resting up and waiting for nightfall to get into the oracle place Kidnapped campers: Got through the rest of the fears, Alex fell down a slope and made his nose bleed and they're now resting up before moving on because they think they'll have to face either goddess or chimera soon. Nathan's taking the first shift to watch for any dangers Camp: Nick got told to check up on Alethea, crossed paths with Serena who wants him to rest up and now they're both at the Nike cabin and talking to Alethea))
Alex felt a little like objecting. Though, he realized seconds later that it'd be dumb to do so. There really wasn't any actual reason why he himself should take the first shift, not to mention, he had been the one to suggest resting up. He bit his lip, but nodded after a few moments. "Alright, fine, but make sure to wake me if anything is suspicious," he said, trying to sound brave about it.
Honestly, the ground around them didn't look all that comfortable, but right now, Alex didn't care. All he wanted to do was sleep a little.
"Sure thing," Nathan said with him trying to not sound tired yet it still sounded in his tone of voice as he leaned more against the wall but he still kept his eye out for anything that didn't seem right in this place yet considering that they were basically running a 'show' for the goddess' amusement or whatever she thought for kidnapping them and putting them in this dark labyrinth full of illusions that made it hard to tell from reality to not.
"Hmm...my favorite memory? I have too many to count,but i guess, it would be the memory of meeting all you and making friends here on the forums. :3" ”One day I’m going to sit down and make a list of all the books that I finished reading....” “It's going to be a long list...”
Althea nodded, staying silent she listened to the apparent dilema.
"So we have to go into this blind. Correct?" Alethea asked him already trying to think of ways to figure out a possible solution to that. "...Well that means we obviously can't all go into this at once, we're going to need some people to go ahead of us. Wait for some sort of signal and then we can enter." Alethea hated not knowing the layout. All her battle plans we're destroyed in an instant with that. They wouldn't have any advantages in this battle, not any she could see at least.
"..Do you have SOME idea of the inner structure?? Any entrances, exit points?? anything??" Alethea asked looking back up again. Citrine (I AM SO SORRY, I AM THE WORST AT REPLYING)
Nick acknowledged Henry with a short nod when he came over. He was from the Hermes cabin, wasn't he? Nick realized that he had been spoken to and smiled. "Well, another opinion never hurts," he told him, then looked back towards Alethea. "That's correct. The inner structure, well, considering it's an abandoned nest, I'd say there will be a big tunnel system with some bigger 'rooms' in between. I've only seen one entrance, but I wouldn't doubt that there may be another entrance point somewhere."
He shrugged a little, tilling his head. "I could always go in first, I can hide in the shadows well thanks to my godly parent. If needed, I could shadow travel away from danger, but... sending an iris message or anything else to show that it's safe wouldn't exactly work. I have a cellphone, but I also doubt that I would be able to call from there, nor that many other demigods have one." Of course having one was dangerous, Nick was well aware of that, but it didn't mean that he couldn't have one as long as he was careful.
However, another idea did come to him. "Perhaps light could be a signal, but I wonder how that would work. Any suggestions?"
Post by Cloverheart ✿ on Mar 5, 2017 0:05:32 GMT -5
(sorry for short absence!))
Valentine glanced over as they began speaking again, but immediately turned away at the mention of Asher. Just the thought of it made her depressed. In a horrible way that she often scolded herself for, Val wished Asher was a bad person so she would have a non-guilty reason to hate him. Alas, she was to sink her own hatred, self-directed or otherwise.
Coughing loudly, she glanced over, sighing. "I wish we knew where Alex and the others were so we could just Iris-message them. I guess Menes-- Msen---whatever. Crazy goddess lady. I guess she thought of that." She was silent for a moment, looking up at the sky. Val was a little miffed now, but she was also very tired. In a way, she would rather not confront Apollo. Out of all the cousins she had, he was the worst.
Username >> Cloverheart ✿ Character's Name >> Lisianthus "Lis" Rutherford Age >> 15 Birthday >> December 7th Height >> 5"3 Physical Appearance >> Lis has wild, wavy, long hair that reaches to the small of her back. It's raven black in color, but she dyed the ends light purple. She's somewhat muscular, with finely toned legs and arms. She has fair skin, and blue-hazel eyes. Lis wears a black tank top with gray booty shorts and purple tennis shoes. Sometimes she wears a flower in her hair, a purple Lisianthus. Godly Parent >> Demeter Other Family >> Cullen R. (Father) Lessa R. (Step-Mother) History >> Lis was brought by her father to CHB at around age 7, since he was in the military and couldn't take care of her as well. They, however, have a wonderful relationship despite being separated constantly. Weapon >> Lisianthus has a bow and arrow. In her spare time, she found a way to light the ends on fire easily so she can fire flaming arrows. She also keeps a dagger with her. Personality >> In a word, stubborn. Has a "I-do-what-I-want" attitude, and usually gets her way, by force or otherwise. She has incredible charm, and can smooth-talk her way out of many situations. Caring, yet brash. She never gives up, and refuses to let others take care of her unless she knows them very well, enough to soften around them. Despite all this, she has a fun sense of humor and gets into trouble constantly. Strengths >> Climbing, gardening, charming, and riding horses or other mountable animals. Weaknesses >> Opening up, romance, holding grudges, and singing. Likes >> Dragons, fantasy, horse-riding, boxing, fighting in general, and did I mention dragons? Dislikes >> Snobs, Aphrodite campers, bugs. Dreams/Goals >> Hopefully one day taming a dragon. Or something like that. Fears >> Bugs and confined spaces. And lightning. Crush >> Open Dating >> Open Preferred Partner >> Not really looking for anyone, but someone who could be a calm reminder to her. Other >> I really need a male character /// I'll get around to it eventually Can she be Demeter Counselor? Citrine
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At first I read the name wrong and thought you were going for a straight up chemistry/physics theme pfft. Accepted))
"I mean... that is true," Sanaa started, putting her hands on her knees. "However, Nick did say that they found the hideout, so I'm not as nervous anymore. Nick may almost kill himself during the battle, but I know that he'll make sure they come out safely." She hadn't known him for long before he had left, but she did know that he always made sure everybody was safe. At least as long as it was possible for him to make sure of it. While Sanaa still wanted to go back and help rescue them, she knew that it wouldn't be helpful. They had a god to punch.
...or maybe talk to him first. It would probably be best if they didn't anger him straight up after arriving.