lifeaftr | March Adventure: I Can Move Mountains

NEW ISLAND: CAHYPDO

Who: Everyone!
What: Cahypdo appears!
When: March 10th and onward
Where: Cahypdo
Warnings: Tag as you go!

We Turn the Tide
As of March 10th, the mana pools on Ensō and its islets will now allow for travel to Cahypdo.

There is a mana pool situated on E5, to the island's south.

Most of E5 is overcome by a crooked sprawl of coastal cliffs, rocky bumps and swells that make the area a prime spot for tidepools. If one ventures to the region's eastern areas, they're certain to find all manner of marine creatures dwelling in the miniature ecosystems: crabs, clams, starfish, anemones.

If they go east, they'll be greeted by a soft expanse of warm sand. In the distance, the lumpy presence of buildings might be visible on just the next square over. But the local population are more than a little startled to have visitors, and you're bound to see a few curious members of their village wandering out to say hello. None of them, one will note immediately, are armed; either it doesn't occur to them that visitors might be hostile, or they have perfect confidence that hostile visitors aren't a concern.

You can find more information on the Roaka, the inhabitants of Cahypdo, on the island's OOC information. In the meantime, there will be a top-level below for NPC interaction, for those interested in making first contact!

And May Death Find You Alive
Now, we did mention on the island's introductory info post that Cahypdo's landscape isn't altogether stable. The soft sands and soils are prone to sinkholes and even quicksand in dire instances, and those who scale either of the mountains risk being overtaken by landslides and avalanches.

Which is why, on March 15th, there will be a rather sizable earthquake. Sizable enough to cause both mountains to shed heaping piles of slag and debris which may very well wipe out any brave traveler who was currently scaling either peak...or crush any innocents below who don't get out of the way quickly enough.

The Roaka will, at this point, politely ask for your help in repairing and rebuilding any structural damage that has been done their buildings, as well as the general clearing of debris from the farmland at the island's heart. In return, they will gladly offer you some of their food and shelter, assist you with island exploration, and even extend an invitation to certain upcoming festivities they have in mind. Perhaps a celebration for surviving the earthquake...?

You may also use this log as a catch-all for reactions to the earthquake and what assistance you might offer, if any. Or if you simply end up getting in everyone's way. Not that we'd expect that of anyone here, oh no. Not us.

Welcome to the island of Cahypdo! As the island is now accessible, feel free to create new logs of your own, or use this post as a catch-all for exploration! You may also use this log as a reaction to the events on the [DATE] and subsequent efforts to help, if you wish. For further information in regards to the island, or plotting, the following links may prove handy:

[ ♆ ] OOC info and introductory post
[ ♆ ] Trade post with the Roaka
[ ♆ ] Cahypdo on the Locations page
[ ♆ ] Search Requests page

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Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

[Muffet is a little wary, given their last encounters with native inhabitants, but ultimately curious about these people, too. She waits long enough to get a basic description of the situation from others- tree-like people, unfamiliar, not notably hostile- before venturing forth through the mana pool.]

[She's brought a few extra supplies in her bag, hopefully she can find someone willing to trade with her. She approaches the first of the Roaka she sees, pausing at a polite distance to greet them with her usual curtsy.]

Hello, it's a pleasure to meet you. May I ask your name?

[ The Roaka who she greets is tall and limber, and resembles a camphor tree closely. They lean down to look at her, remaining silent for a moment before speaking.

Their voice is soft and sonorous. ]

I am Valish Camphora. It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance, traveler.

What brings you to our home?

[Oh, what a lovely voice. These people already seem pleasant, although she doesn't want to lower her guard entirely so soon. After all, even if the residents are good company, there still might be other dangers around. As per good manners, she offers her name in turn.]

My name is Muffet. I'd heard from my fellow travelers that your people lived here, and wished to see if you were interested in trading. I'd be happy to show you what I have to offer, if you're interested.

Besides, [She smiles.] I was curious when I heard that there were new people in the area. I wanted to meet you, and see what you were like for myself.

[ They give her a slow nod. ]

We are happy to trade, for whatever you need. The island's bounty is open to all.

What goods do you carry with you, traveler? [ They peer at her, solemnly. ]

I have thread and woven fabrics, the fruits of my garden, some inks and dyes... All of it is made by my own hand, though I have been striving to achieve good quality.

[The fact that they've been seen farming makes her less worried about offering plant-like people plant-based goods, although she's still chosen not to bring any woodcarvings. Just in case.]

We welcome such a talented artisan. [ They give her a respectful nod. The Roaka clearly value being able to work with one's hands, at any rate. ] And what would you desire, from giving us such things?

[She smiles, pleased at the compliment, though perhaps less at the fact that it reflects her skills and more at the fact that they thought to offer it- evidence of good manners is always welcome.]

That would depend on what you would be willing to offer. Ideally, I would prefer to trade for crafts of your own making, or seeds of plants that I don't possess in my garden, but I'd be happy to consider anything else you might think to be suitable.

We have many seeds. Many plants you might not have seen before. We are happy to trade.

[ They chuckle a little, a low, soft rumble. ] But -- you see, our crafts and our plants are one and the same. We cannot separate them.

[ Are they going to explain this at all....it doesn't appear so. ]

Oh? [Muffet looks amused in turn- it seems like they're enjoying being a little mysterious about this, and she can't blame them.] My, what an intriguing concept. I'd love to see an example in person.

[ In response, the Roaka lumbers away, beckoning at her to follow.

There is a small outside table, with several stools scattered around it. As she gets closer though, it's apparent that the floral 'decorations' - visible even at a distance - aren't decorations at all.

The stools themselves are flowers, large and sturdy enough to make seats. The table itself is one large plant, interwoven together. The trellis used to guide its shape can barely be seen under all the greenery, mostly engulfed.

They gesture. ]

You see.

[Muffet looks absolutely delighted.]

Oh my, how lovely- I can see how that might be difficult to trade, yes. Still, it's certainly worth the effort.

[It's a nice change to see something florally-themed that isn't deeply disturbing around here.]

We are happy to give seeds, in trade. Or as gifts.

[ The Roaka seems very pleased with her approval. ]

As long as you care for them, they will grow. It will take some time, but they live long. Like us.

[Later on, she'll look back on this conversation and wonder if these plants also require being exposed to a volcano to maintain their long, healthy life. At the moment, though, she's simply pleased to hear it.]

I would be happy to trade with you for seeds, as well as knowledge of their proper care.

[Most plants tend to have the basics in common, but it never hurts to know more about their little ways- how much water, how much light, etc.]

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