fifty-sixth labyrinth

[lord_wizard]

[It was immediately obvious this morning that all was back to normal when he'd lacked the overwhelming urge to crow at daybreak, even if he did wake up both naked and wearing a necklace made of ribbon.

The biggest annoyance of the whole mess had been his inability to properly keep abreast of what was happening with the expedition and the castle via the journal. Chicken feet were not the best at turning pages. So, the second thing he did, after making himself feel properly human again with a bath and the comforting feeling of clothing on his skin, was to get out his journal and began to make up for lost time.]

Well, that was fun. I can't believe it's been over a year since I had to deal with a loss. I've never felt particularly lucky, so maybe it actually does have some sort of association with the amount of wishing you do.

[Rooster filter]

If you didn't realize it, the rooster you spoke or interacted with was me. I'd like to properly thank those of you who even attempted to be helpful during my loss.

And for those of you that weren't...it might be good to remember that any animals you might encounter here are not always normal animals. Sometimes, they are wizards in disguise, who object very highly be being hung upside down by their ankles.

That is all.

[Outpost wards filter]

Things have gotten a little off course, it would seem. Inevitable really, what with the castle's love of interruptions.

It's time we finished things. I think the weekend after the expedition returns should suffice, unless you have objections.


[Chimera filter]

How many of you do I have left?

[Which reminds, him...]

[Recruitment filter]

For those of you who don't yet know me, my name is Felix Harrowgate. I am a wizard. I have been living in Paradisa for nearly two years, and for a majority of that time, I've devoted myself to learning all I can about magic. To that end I started Chimera - an official name for what is essentially a loose organization magic users. We have three general goals - study and catalog the magic of the residents, learn what we can of the magic of the castle and this world, and lastly, provide our talents to help defend the residents in times of crisis. I can guarantee you such times will happen, if you haven't been here long enough to know.

If one or any of those things interest you, I'd be grateful if you joined us. If it doesn't, I at least ask that you speak to me and let me learn a little of your magic.

Should you have reservations or questions, I am here to answer anything you may want to know. And if that doesn't suffice, I can provide character references.

Comments

[wishmadeinfire]

Aye, I agree, and I do not enjoy the thought of you having to hang upside down. But at least you are back to normal now.

_{[He tilted the man's head back and kissed his lips.]}

Hmm, I'm glad you no longer smell like rooster.

[lord_wizard]

Well thank you...I think.

[wishmadeinfire]

_{[He gave him a little squeeze.]}

What are you going to do today? And please don't say hide away in your tower and research.

[lord_wizard]

I have been a bird for over a week without the ability to do anything as simple as turn a page.

[wishmadeinfire]

So think of something better to do than turn a page.

_{[Fingers stroked his dark hair and he smiled at him, leaning down to rest their foreheads together.]}

And yes, you have been a bird for a week. I am well aware since there was a decidedly smaller body filling your space in our bed all week.

[lord_wizard]

[He smirked] There will be time enough for that, darling, I assure you.

[wishmadeinfire]

_{[He loved that smirk. It was so Felix. He leaned down, kissing that smirk and humming.]}

Well then, think of something. I need to celebrate having you back, safe and whole.

[lord_wizard]

We could go riding? Or maybe a walk through town?

[wishmadeinfire]

I like the idea of riding. Svitana needs the exercise, and we should enjoy the nice weather. The woods should be lovely about now.

[lord_wizard]

Take advantage of the good weather while we can, right?

[wishmadeinfire]

Precisely. Because come winter I am never moving from the fireplace! That or our bed.

[lord_wizard]

[He chuckled softly] We need to get you better winter clothes.

[wishmadeinfire]

Bundle me up all you like, I am a creature of warm days and fires. Besides, I would think you hardly object to that last portion of that.

[lord_wizard]

I never said I did.

[wishmadeinfire]

Well, good to know we agree. Now, dress for riding! We can take something out to eat with us and make a day of it.

[lord_wizard]

As you wish.

[wishmadeinfire]

I do wish.

_{[He smirked, heading off in a swirl of robes to open their dressers and closet to find himself proper riding attire.]}